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U.S. conducts airstrike in support of the Federal Government of Somalia

U.S. conducts airstrike in support of the Federal Government of Somalia U.S. conducts airstrike in support of the Federal Government of Somalia
2:33 PM11/4/2018
In coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. forces conducted a collective self-defense airstrike targeting al-Shabaab militants in the vicinity of Araara, Somalia, on Nov. 3, 2018.
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AFRICOM Hosts Conference for Senior Enlisted Leaders; Unveils New Enlisted Development Strategy

AFRICOM Hosts Conference for Senior Enlisted Leaders; Unveils New Enlisted Development Strategy AFRICOM Hosts Conference for Senior Enlisted Leaders; Unveils New Enlisted Development Strategy
2:10 PM10/19/2018
U.S. Africa Command unveiled a new strategy to develop senior enlisted leaders during the 2018 Africa Senior Enlisted Leader Conference held Oct. 16-19 in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany.
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AFRICOM holds Joint Humanitarian Operations Course

AFRICOM holds Joint Humanitarian Operations Course AFRICOM holds Joint Humanitarian Operations Course
1:42 PM10/17/2018
AFRICOM staff members attend a Joint Humanitarian Operations Course Oct. 3-4, 2018, Stuttgart, Germany, on Kelly Barracks.
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U.S. conducts airstrike in support of the Federal Government of Somalia

U.S. conducts airstrike in support of the Federal Government of Somalia U.S. conducts airstrike in support of the Federal Government of Somalia
4:25 PM10/15/2018
In coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. forces conducted a collective self-defense airstrike targeting al-Shabaab militants in the vicinity of Araara, Somalia, on Oct. 14, 2018.
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USARAF benefits from Joint Humanitarian Operations Course

USARAF benefits from Joint Humanitarian Operations Course USARAF benefits from Joint Humanitarian Operations Course
6:38 AM10/10/2018
The JHOC is taught over 100 times a year across every combatant command to ensure networks are built between DOD and humanitarian aid workers, ensuring the first time the two groups cross paths isn’t in a disaster zone.
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11:56 AM10/3/2018
South African local nationals visit the inside of a C- 130 J Super Hercules during the African Aerospace and Defense Exhibition 18, September 22, 2018, Waterkloof Air Force Base, South Africa. The exhibition provides a unique opportunity for the U.S. to showcase military personnel and equipment while promoting strong ties with its African partners. (US Army Photo by SSG Jeffery Sandstrum)
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U.S. conducts airstrike in support of the Federal Government of Somalia

U.S. conducts airstrike in support of the Federal Government of Somalia U.S. conducts airstrike in support of the Federal Government of Somalia
3:30 PM9/12/2018
U.S. forces conducted an airstrike during a Somali partner forces-led operation against al­ Shabaab, an al-Qaeda-affiliated terrorist group, Sept. 11, 2018, in the central Somali village of Mubaraak, approximately 37 miles west of Mogadishu.
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12:08 PM9/11/2018
The EECP can quickly deploy forces into theater and establish initial presence from a forward deployed location, often in support of a lead federal agency such as USAID.
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Mission success for the "early entry command post"

Mission success for the "early entry command post" Mission success for the "early entry command post"
11:59 AM9/11/2018
The EECP can quickly deploy forces into theater and establish initial presence from a forward deployed location, often in support of a lead federal agency such as USAID.
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U.S. conducts precision strike in Libya

U.S. conducts precision strike in Libya U.S. conducts precision strike in Libya
5:15 PM8/28/2018
In coordination with the Libyan Government of National Accord, U.S. Africa Command conducted a precision airstrike near Bani Walid, Libya, on Aug. 28, killing one ISIS-Libya terrorist.
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Every day is Memorial Day at the North Africa American Cemetery in Tunisia

Every day is Memorial Day at the North Africa American Cemetery in Tunisia Every day is Memorial Day at the North Africa American Cemetery in Tunisia
9:45 AM8/16/2018
Honoring America's fallen is the daily mission for the team at the North Africa American Cemetery.
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USARAF welcomes new commanding general

USARAF welcomes new commanding general USARAF welcomes new commanding general
5:05 PM8/7/2018
Maj. Gen. Roger L. Cloutier Jr. assumed command of U.S. Army Africa from Brig. Gen. Eugene J. LeBoeuf in a change of command ceremony held Aug. 2, 2018, at Hoekstra Field on Caserma Ederle in Vicenza, Italy.
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11:35 AM8/1/2018
U.S. Army Staff Sgt. David Marcet, with the 404th Civil Affairs Battalion, assigned to Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa, provides guidance during a practical exercise in ground reconnaissance for Tanzania Wildlife Management Authority (TAWA) patrol game wardens during a Counter Illicit Trafficking course, in Ngwala, Tanzania, July 24, 2018. The course provided by the 404th Civil Affairs Battalion is a month-long course to enhance TAWA's anti-poaching capabilities in Tanzania. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Timothy M. Ahearn)
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11:35 AM8/1/2018
U.S. Army Staff Sgt. David Marcet, with the 404th Civil Affairs Battalion, assigned to Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa, provides guidance during a ground surveillance practical exercise for Tanzania Wildlife Management Authority (TAWA) patrol game wardens during a Counter Illicit Trafficking course, in Ngwala, Tanzania, July 24, 2018. The course provided by with the 404th Civil Affairs Battalion is a month-long course to enhance TAWA's anti-poaching capabilities in Tanzania. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Timothy M. Ahearn)
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AFRICOM commander meets with Cabo Verdean officials

AFRICOM commander meets with Cabo Verdean officials AFRICOM commander meets with Cabo Verdean officials
4:33 PM7/30/2018
U.S. Marine Corps Gen. Thomas D. Waldhauser met with Dr. Ulisses Correia e Silva, Cabo Verde Prime Minister and Maj. Gen. Anildo Emanuel da Graça Morais, Chief of Staff of the Cabo Verdean Armed Forces July 30, 2018 during a visit to Cabo Verde. Waldhauser also participated in the opening ceremony of Africa Endeavor 2018.
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AFRICOM J6 holds annual Women’s Communication Symposium

AFRICOM J6 holds annual Women’s Communication Symposium AFRICOM J6 holds annual Women’s Communication Symposium
12:43 PM7/6/2018
STUTTGART, Germany – African and U.S. partner attendees of the U.S. Africa Command Women’s Communication Symposium – 2018, pose for a photo with Air Force Lt. Gen. James Vechery, Deputy to the Commander for Military Operations, U.S. Africa Command, at AFRICOM Headquarters, Kelly Barracks, June 24, 2018. The event hosted delegation of 14 women military signal communicators from African partner nations, under the command’s Women’s Military-to-Military Engagement Program. (Photo by Army Staff Sgt. Grady Jones, AFRICOM Public Affairs)
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AFRICOM J6 holds annual Women’s Communication Symposium

AFRICOM J6 holds annual Women’s Communication Symposium AFRICOM J6 holds annual Women’s Communication Symposium
12:42 PM7/6/2018
STUTTGART, Germany – Lt. Nametsegang Ramadila, a signal officer in the Botswana Defense Force, speaks with Air Force Lt. Gen. James Vechery, deputy to the commander for military operations, U.S. Africa Command, June 24, 2018, during AFRICOM’s annual Women’s Communication Symposium – 2018, at AFRICOM Headquarters, Kelly Barracks. The event hosted delegation of 14 women military signal communicators from African partner nations, under the command’s Women’s Military-to-Military Engagement Program. (Photo by Army Staff Sgt. Grady Jones, AFRICOM Public Affairs)
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USIP President Visits AFRICOM; discussed conflict resolution in Africa

USIP President Visits AFRICOM; discussed conflict resolution in Africa USIP President Visits AFRICOM; discussed conflict resolution in Africa
4:58 PM7/3/2018
STUTTGART, Germany – Chief Master Sgt. Ramon Colon-Lopez, Senior Enlisted Leader, U.S. Africa Command, briefs Nancy Lindborg, President of the United States Institute of Peace, during a roundtable discussion during her visit to the command’s headquarters, Stuttgart, Germany. (Photo by Army Staff Sgt. Grady Jones, AFRICOM Public Affairs)
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Conference brings together Lake Chad Basin Military Intelligence Directors

Conference brings together Lake Chad Basin Military Intelligence Directors Conference brings together Lake Chad Basin Military Intelligence Directors
11:38 AM7/2/2018
ABUJA, Nigeria – Attendees pose for a group photo during the Lake Chad Basin Directors of Military Intelligence Conference June 19, 2018 in Abuja, Nigeria.
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Conference brings together Lake Chad Basin Military Intelligence Directors

Conference brings together Lake Chad Basin Military Intelligence Directors Conference brings together Lake Chad Basin Military Intelligence Directors
11:38 AM7/2/2018
ABUJA, Nigeria – Attendees pose for a group photo during the Lake Chad Basin Directors of Military Intelligence Conference June 19, 2018 in Abuja, Nigeria.
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