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AFRICOM honors Women's Equality Day

AFRICOM honors Women's Equality Day AFRICOM honors Women's Equality Day
12:00 AM9/21/2021
U.S. Africa Command honored Women’s Equality Day Aug 26 by hosting several virtual panels to discuss women's experiences and the improvements towards equality within the military. Army Gen. Stephen J. Townsend, AFRICOM combatant commander, provided opening remarks and explained the important of the panels.
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USS Hershel "Woody" Williams port visit fosters relationship with Namibian Navy

USS Hershel "Woody" Williams port visit fosters relationship with Namibian Navy USS Hershel "Woody" Williams port visit fosters relationship with Namibian Navy
9:36 AM9/20/2021
A crewmember aboard the Expeditionary Sea Base USS Hershel "Woody" Williams (ESB 4) explains ship operations during a tour for Namibian Navy leadership and U.S. embassy personnel Sept. 17, 2021. Hershel "Woody" Williams is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Sixth Fleet area of operations in support of U.S. national interests and security in Europe and Africa.
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USS Hershel "Woody" Williams port visit fosters relationship with Namibian Navy

USS Hershel "Woody" Williams port visit fosters relationship with Namibian Navy USS Hershel "Woody" Williams port visit fosters relationship with Namibian Navy
9:36 AM9/20/2021
A sailor throws a heaving line to the pier during sea and anchor detail aboard the Expeditionary Sea Base USS Hershel "Woody" Williams (ESB 4) as the ship pulls into port in Walvis Bay, Namibia, Sept. 16, 2021. Hershel "Woody" Williams is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Sixth Fleet area of operations in support of U.S. national interests and security in Europe and Africa.
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USS Hershel "Woody" Williams port visit fosters relationship with Namibian Navy

USS Hershel "Woody" Williams port visit fosters relationship with Namibian Navy USS Hershel "Woody" Williams port visit fosters relationship with Namibian Navy
9:36 AM9/20/2021
Namibian Minister of Defense Hon. Frans Kapofi addresses a reception for Namibian Navy leadership and U.S. embassy personnel following a tour aboard the Expeditionary Sea Base USS Hershel "Woody" Williams (ESB 4) on Sept. 17, 2021. Hershel "Woody" Williams is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Sixth Fleet area of operations in support of U.S. national interests and security in Europe and Africa.
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USS Hershel "Woody" Williams port visit fosters relationship with Namibian Navy

USS Hershel "Woody" Williams port visit fosters relationship with Namibian Navy USS Hershel "Woody" Williams port visit fosters relationship with Namibian Navy
9:36 AM9/20/2021
The Expeditionary Sea Base USS Hershel "Woody" Williams (ESB 4) approaches Walvis Bay, Namibia, Sept. 16, 2021. Hershel "Woody" Williams is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Sixth Fleet area of operations in support of U.S. national interests and security in Europe and Africa.
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USS Hershel "Woody" Williams port visit fosters relationship with Namibian Navy

USS Hershel "Woody" Williams port visit fosters relationship with Namibian Navy USS Hershel "Woody" Williams port visit fosters relationship with Namibian Navy
9:08 AM9/20/2021
The event marked the U.S. Navy's first port call in Walvis Bay in nearly 10 years.
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Logistics cooperation with partners ensures moving at the 'speed of relevance'

Logistics cooperation with partners ensures moving at the 'speed of relevance' Logistics cooperation with partners ensures moving at the 'speed of relevance'
9:53 AM9/15/2021
First developed at the Africa Distribution Network Forum in late 2020, the PoP missions sought to leverage airlift capability and available capacity from multiple allies to extend one another’s logistical reach.
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Africa Distribution Network Forum

Africa Distribution Network Forum Africa Distribution Network Forum
9:53 AM9/15/2021
U.S. Air Force Airmen and coalition partners load cargo onto an aircraft as part of the Proof of Principle mission across Europe and Africa's Sahel region. The PoP series of missions enable a multinational, partner-centric distribution network of medical supplies and repair parts to increase logistic capabilities and expand operational reach in the region.
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U.S. Forces at Camp Lemonnier commemorate 20th anniversary of Sept. 11 attacks

U.S. Forces at Camp Lemonnier commemorate 20th anniversary of Sept. 11 attacks U.S. Forces at Camp Lemonnier commemorate 20th anniversary of Sept. 11 attacks
10:05 AM9/14/2021
Two French Dassault Mirage 2000 and a KC-130J Super Hercules with U.S. Marine Air Refuel Transport Squadron 234 perform a flyover during a Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa (CJTF-HOA) Patriot Day ceremony at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Sept. 11, 2021, commemorating the 20th anniversary of the terrorist attacks on the United States on Sept. 11, 2001.
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U.S. Forces at Camp Lemonnier commemorate 20th anniversary of Sept. 11 attacks

U.S. Forces at Camp Lemonnier commemorate 20th anniversary of Sept. 11 attacks U.S. Forces at Camp Lemonnier commemorate 20th anniversary of Sept. 11 attacks
12:00 AM9/11/2021
U.S. forces at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, commemorate the 20th anniversary of the Sept. 11th attacks on America.
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U.S.-made A-29 Super Tucano aircraft officially inducted into Nigerian Air Force

U.S.-made A-29 Super Tucano aircraft officially inducted into Nigerian Air Force U.S.-made A-29 Super Tucano aircraft officially inducted into Nigerian Air Force
2:59 PM8/31/2021
U.S. Department of Defense leaders attended the A-29 Super Tucano induction ceremony, hosted by Nigerian Minister of Defence Bashir Salihi Magashi and the Nigerian Air Force, here Aug. 31. The aircraft will assist the Nigerian Air Force in their fight against violent extremist organizations including the Islamic State West Africa Province.
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U.S.-made A-29 Super Tucano aircraft officially inducted into Nigerian Air Force

U.S.-made A-29 Super Tucano aircraft officially inducted into Nigerian Air Force U.S.-made A-29 Super Tucano aircraft officially inducted into Nigerian Air Force
2:55 PM8/31/2021
U.S. Department of Defense leaders attended the A-29 Super Tucano induction ceremony, hosted by Nigerian Minister of Defence Bashir Salihi Magashi and the Nigerian Air Force, here Aug. 31. The aircraft will assist the Nigerian Air Force in their fight against violent extremist organizations including the Islamic State West Africa Province.
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U.S.-made A-29 Super Tucano aircraft officially inducted into Nigerian Air Force

U.S.-made A-29 Super Tucano aircraft officially inducted into Nigerian Air Force U.S.-made A-29 Super Tucano aircraft officially inducted into Nigerian Air Force
2:53 PM8/31/2021
U.S. Department of Defense leaders attended the A-29 Super Tucano induction ceremony, hosted by Nigerian Minister of Defence Bashir Salihi Magashi and the Nigerian Air Force, here Aug. 31. The aircraft will assist the Nigerian Air Force in their fight against violent extremist organizations including the Islamic State West Africa Province.
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U.S.-made A-29 Super Tucano aircraft officially inducted into Nigerian Air Force

U.S.-made A-29 Super Tucano aircraft officially inducted into Nigerian Air Force U.S.-made A-29 Super Tucano aircraft officially inducted into Nigerian Air Force
2:51 PM8/31/2021
U.S. Department of Defense leaders attended the A-29 Super Tucano induction ceremony, hosted by Nigerian Minister of Defence Bashir Salihi Magashi and the Nigerian Air Force, here Aug. 31. The aircraft will assist the Nigerian Air Force in their fight against violent extremist organizations including the Islamic State West Africa Province.
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U.S.-made A-29 Super Tucano aircraft inducted into Nigerian Air Force

U.S.-made A-29 Super Tucano aircraft inducted into Nigerian Air Force U.S.-made A-29 Super Tucano aircraft inducted into Nigerian Air Force
2:44 PM8/31/2021
The aircraft, inducted into the Nigerian Air Force Aug. 31, 2021, will help improve capabilities and increase training and integration opportunities between Nigerian and U.S. service members.
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Defense official visit focuses on strategy to accomplish goals in Africa (Pt. II – evolution)

Defense official visit focuses on strategy to accomplish goals in Africa (Pt. II – evolution) Defense official visit focuses on strategy to accomplish goals in Africa (Pt. II – evolution)
2:24 PM8/31/2021
Chidi Blyden, deputy assistant secretary of defense for african affairs, visited U.S. Africa Command leadership at Kelley Barracks in Stuttgart, Germany, from Aug. 2-5. Blyden’s visit was intended to enhance understanding of the command and share policy and strategy objectives her office is working on. During her time she took a few moments to share her thoughts on U.S. Africa Command has evolved to meet the problem sets and challenges in Africa through shifts in thinking, resourcing and whole-of-government approach.
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Defense official visit focuses on strategy to accomplish goals (Pt. IV – women, peace, security)

Defense official visit focuses on strategy to accomplish goals (Pt. IV – women, peace, security) Defense official visit focuses on strategy to accomplish goals (Pt. IV – women, peace, security)
12:00 AM8/30/2021
Chidi Blyden, deputy assistant secretary of defense for african affairs, visited U.S. Africa Command leadership at Kelley Barracks in Stuttgart, Germany, from Aug. 2-5. Blyden’s visit was intended to enhance understanding of the command and share policy and strategy objectives her office is working on. During her time she took a few moments to share her thoughts on what leadership from a different gender perspective means.
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Hershel “Woody” Williams crew joins Brazilian Navy for inaugural Operation Guinex

Hershel “Woody” Williams crew joins Brazilian Navy for inaugural Operation Guinex Hershel “Woody” Williams crew joins Brazilian Navy for inaugural Operation Guinex
9:45 AM8/25/2021
Brazilian Navy frigate Independencia (F-44) executes a maneuver on the port side of the Expeditionary Sea Base USS Hershel "Woody" Williams (ESB 4) during maneuvering drills in the Atlantic Ocean Aug. 22, 2021. Hershel "Woody" Williams is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Sixth Fleet area of operations in support of U.S. national interests and security in Europe and Africa.
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Hershel “Woody” Williams crew joins Brazilian Navy for inaugural Operation Guinex

Hershel “Woody” Williams crew joins Brazilian Navy for inaugural Operation Guinex Hershel “Woody” Williams crew joins Brazilian Navy for inaugural Operation Guinex
9:38 AM8/25/2021
The engagement highlights the U.S. and Brazil’s shared interest in maritime safety and freedom of commerce in the southern Atlantic.
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U.S. Africa Command conducts strike against al-Shabaab

U.S. Africa Command conducts strike against al-Shabaab U.S. Africa Command conducts strike against al-Shabaab
7:54 PM8/24/2021
In coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. Africa Command conducted a collective self-defense strike against al-Shabaab fighters engaged in active combat with our Somali partners in the vicinity of Cammaara, Somalia, on Aug. 24, 2021.
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