U.S. Africa Command Special Operations Forces train alongside partners in Benin

A U.S. Army Green Beret assigned to Special Forces Operational Detachment Alpha 3212, 3rd Special Forces Group (Airborne) discusses contact drills and squad movement techniques with Beninese soldiers from the 1st Commando Parachute Battalion in Ouassa, Benin, on March 8, 2022. U.S. engagement comes with mutual benefit, upholds international norms, and treats partners as equals.



By Tech. Sgt. Jael Laborn Special Operations Command Africa Ouassa, Benin Mar 08, 2022
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