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WARD SENDS: 9-11

WARD SENDS: 9-11 WARD SENDS: 9-11
12:00 AM9/10/2010
The events of September 11th, 2001 forever changed the course of our nation. While the tragic loss of life of Americans and citizens from 70 other countries is etched in our collective memory, there were many heroes who stepped forward and took
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U.S. Africa Command Chaplain Conference Kicks Off in Garmisch

U.S. Africa Command Chaplain Conference Kicks Off in Garmisch U.S. Africa Command Chaplain Conference Kicks Off in Garmisch
12:00 AM9/9/2010
The 2010 U.S. Africa Command Chaplain Conference kicked off September 10 in the Bavarian village of Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany.

The five-day conference brought together 35 chaplains and chaplains assistants from around the world,
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September is Suicide Prevention Month

September is Suicide Prevention Month September is Suicide Prevention Month
12:00 AM9/9/2010
September is Suicide Prevention Month.

"The loss of any American Soldier's life is a great tragedy and a matter of concern, regardless of the cause.

Everyone - Soldiers, families, Army civilians and employers
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Soldier's Fest: September 27

Soldier's Fest: September 27 Soldier's Fest: September 27
12:00 AM9/9/2010
This year's Soldier's Fest will be held 27 Sep, 1300-1700. Participation is free and open to all military members of the Stuttgart, Heidelberg, Mannheim and Ansbach Community.

This fest is in honor of all military personnel
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U.S. Africa Command Welcomes New Military Deputy

U.S. Africa Command Welcomes New Military Deputy U.S. Africa Command Welcomes New Military Deputy
12:00 AM9/8/2010
A former joint staff strategic planner and Naval Forces Africa operations director became the U.S. Africa Command deputy to the commander for military operations (DCMO) August 16, 2010.

As DCMO, Vice Admiral Charles J. "Joe" Leidig
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German-American 1948 Club: Country and Western BBQ and Line Dance

German-American 1948 Club: Country and Western BBQ and Line Dance German-American 1948 Club: Country and Western BBQ and Line Dance
12:00 AM9/8/2010
Country & Western Barbecue with live band "Arizona Fire" and line dancing with the
"Stampede Dancers"

It takes place at the Restaurant "Zum Schützen", Rösseweg 9, 71154 Nufringen, phone: 07032- 916619.
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Photo Exhibit: Twin Towers Photo Twins

Photo Exhibit: Twin Towers Photo Twins Photo Exhibit: Twin Towers Photo Twins
12:00 AM9/8/2010
For many Americans the area around Ground Zero in New York City is sacred. This explains at least partially the uproar over plans to build a Muslim cultural center and a mosque two blocks from Ground Zero.

Stuttgart photographer Tom
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WARD SENDS: Labor Day

WARD SENDS: Labor Day WARD SENDS: Labor Day
12:00 AM9/6/2010
Hello Teammates,

Like Labor Day observances in many other countries, our American holiday has roots in the historic labor movement and its efforts to regulate working conditions to protect the health, welfare, and morale of workers.
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Mullen Meets With EUCOM, AFRICOM Leaders

Mullen Meets With EUCOM, AFRICOM Leaders Mullen Meets With EUCOM, AFRICOM Leaders
12:00 AM9/1/2010
The chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff met today with leaders of U.S. European Command and U.S. Africa Command, both of which have their headquarters in Stuttgart, Germany.

Navy Admiral Mike Mullen visited with Army General William
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Four Patch Students Participating in Youth Concert

Four Patch Students Participating in Youth Concert Four Patch Students Participating in Youth Concert
12:00 AM9/1/2010
HOHENZOLLERN CASTLE MUSICAL
Sunday Sept. 5, 2010 at 12:00
Hohenzollern, Germany (Hechingen)

This is the first year that German and American students are participating in this musical and cultural collaboration with the
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Army Africa Hosts Theater Army Security Cooperation Conference

Army Africa Hosts Theater Army Security Cooperation Conference Army Africa Hosts Theater Army Security Cooperation Conference
12:00 AM8/27/2010
U.S. Army Africa opened a weeklong Theater Army Security Cooperation Conference August 23, 2010 in Vicenza, Italy.

Representatives from U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM), Army Africa, and an array of Army commands and programs gathered for
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AFRICOM Congratulates Promotion Selectees

AFRICOM Congratulates Promotion Selectees AFRICOM Congratulates Promotion Selectees
12:00 AM8/27/2010
U.S. Africa Command congratulates the following officers selected for promotion:

Lieutenant Colonel:

BRIAN LEIBUNDGUTH (COS)

JONATHAN LESLIE (SOCAF; departed AFRICOM)

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AFRICOM Commander Pays Tribute to Muslim Tradition at Iftar

AFRICOM Commander Pays Tribute to Muslim Tradition at Iftar AFRICOM Commander Pays Tribute to Muslim Tradition at Iftar
12:00 AM8/26/2010
Despite a busy four-day, three-country trip through Africa with engagements day and night, General William "Kip" Ward, commander of U.S. Africa Command, set time aside to attend an important Muslim tradition during Ramadan -- an iftar on Camp
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AFRICOM Commander Pays Tribute to Muslim Tradition at Iftar

AFRICOM Commander Pays Tribute to Muslim Tradition at Iftar AFRICOM Commander Pays Tribute to Muslim Tradition at Iftar
12:00 AM8/26/2010
Despite a busy four-day, three-country trip through Africa with engagements day and night, General William "Kip" Ward, commander of U.S. Africa Command, set time aside to attend an important Muslim tradition during Ramadan -- an iftar on Camp
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AFRICOM's Ward Says al-Shabaab Terror Shows Disregard for Human Life

AFRICOM's Ward Says al-Shabaab Terror Shows Disregard for Human Life AFRICOM's Ward Says al-Shabaab Terror Shows Disregard for Human Life
12:00 AM8/26/2010
General William Ward, commander of U.S. Africa Command, was among senior U.S. officials who spoke out against the al-Shabaab terror bombing August 24, 2010, in Mogadishu, Somalia, that killed more than 30 people, including members of
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Organization Serves Soldiers, Families

Organization Serves Soldiers, Families Organization Serves Soldiers, Families
12:00 AM8/25/2010
Retired Army Lieutenant General Roger G. Thompson, Association of the U.S. Army (AUSA), vice president of membership and meetings, visited U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM), August 24, 2010 to learn about the command, as well as to inform General
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West Point Cadets Take Development Trip to Ghana

West Point Cadets Take Development Trip to Ghana West Point Cadets Take Development Trip to Ghana
12:00 AM8/24/2010
In support of U.S. Africa Command's mission and cadet personal development, Major Crystal M. Hills, assistant professor of English, planned an Advance Individual Academic Development (AIAD) trip to Ghana, West Africa, to enhance West Point
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Purple and Gold Golf Classic September 3

Purple and Gold Golf Classic September 3 Purple and Gold Golf Classic September 3
12:00 AM8/23/2010
THETA RHO Chapter-Omega PSI Phi Fraternity invites U.S. Africa Command members to participate in their inaugural Purple and Gold Golf Classic September 3, 2010, at the Stuttgart Golf Course in Kornwestheim. Proceeds from the event benefit the
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Africa Endeavor 2010 Comes to a Close

Africa Endeavor 2010 Comes to a Close Africa Endeavor 2010 Comes to a Close
12:00 AM8/23/2010
Africa Endeavor (AE) 2010 came to a close August 20, 2010, with a ceremony held at the Ghana Armed Forces Command and Staff College parade grounds in Accra, Ghana.

AE 2010 is a U.S. Africa Command-sponsored initiative intended to
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Former U.S. Africa Command Resources Director Heidi Grant Shares Life, Career Experiences

Former U.S. Africa Command Resources Director Heidi Grant Shares Life, Career Experiences Former U.S. Africa Command Resources Director Heidi Grant Shares Life, Career Experiences
12:00 AM8/20/2010
U.S. Africa Command's resources director, Heidi Grant, has been named to be the next under secretary of the Air Force for International Affairs at the Pentagon.

Interviewed about her career, personal life, and future
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