U.S. Africa Command

SGM Garric M. Banfield, U.S. Africa Command incoming Command Senior Enlisted Leader, speaks during his Change of Responsibility ceremony with SgtMaj Michael P. Woods at Kelley Barracks in Stuttgart, Germany, on Nov. 20, 2025. The ceremony is significant because it reinforces AFRICOM’s commitment to strong enlisted leadership and continued stability, readiness, and partnership across the African continent. (U.S. Africa Command Photo by Jason Johnson)



By Jason Johnston U.S. Africa Command Germany Nov 20, 2025
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