Army command works to engage with African partners

Army Maj. Gen. Todd Wasmund, commander of U.S. Army Southern European Task Force, Africa, and Ghana’s military leadership share a lighthearted moment following the culminating exercise at African Lion 2023 near Daboya, Ghana, June 13, 2023.



By Jim Garamone DOD News ARLINGTON, Va. Jun 13, 2023
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