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U.S. Military Security Assistance in Liberia Progresses

U.S. Military Security Assistance in Liberia Progresses U.S. Military Security Assistance in Liberia Progresses
12:00 AM10/27/2010
The U.S. military's security cooperation efforts in Liberia reported progress October 25, 2010, to a U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) delegation led by Ambassador J. Anthony Holmes, AFRICOM's deputy to the commander for civil-military
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First Impressions: U.S. Air Force Meets Djibouti Air Force

First Impressions: U.S. Air Force Meets Djibouti Air Force First Impressions: U.S. Air Force Meets Djibouti Air Force
12:00 AM10/25/2010
Leadership of the 449th Air Expeditionary Group, attached to Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa, met with members of the Djiboutian Air Force for breakfast to exchange ideas on aircraft maintenance September 22, 2010. This is the first
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First Impressions: U.S. Air Force Meets Djibouti Air Force

First Impressions: U.S. Air Force Meets Djibouti Air Force First Impressions: U.S. Air Force Meets Djibouti Air Force
12:00 AM10/25/2010
Leadership of the 449th Air Expeditionary Group, attached to Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa, met with members of the Djiboutian Air Force for breakfast to exchange ideas on aircraft maintenance September 22, 2010. This is the first
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Veterinary Civic Action Programs and Community Health Care Workers Programs in Uganda Prove Successful

Veterinary Civic Action Programs and Community Health Care Workers Programs in Uganda Prove Successful Veterinary Civic Action Programs and Community Health Care Workers Programs in Uganda Prove Successful
12:00 AM10/25/2010
Over the past several months, members of the Moroto District Veterinary Office (DVO), U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), Makerere University, Uganda's Peoples Defence Force - Civil Military Coordination Center (UPDF-CMCC), the
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Veterinary Civic Action Programs and Community Health Care Workers Programs in Uganda Prove Successful

Veterinary Civic Action Programs and Community Health Care Workers Programs in Uganda Prove Successful Veterinary Civic Action Programs and Community Health Care Workers Programs in Uganda Prove Successful
12:00 AM10/25/2010
Over the past several months, members of the Moroto District Veterinary Office (DVO), U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), Makerere University, Uganda's Peoples Defence Force - Civil Military Coordination Center (UPDF-CMCC), the
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AFRICOM Seaman Honored at USO Europe Service Salute

AFRICOM Seaman Honored at USO Europe Service Salute AFRICOM Seaman Honored at USO Europe Service Salute
12:00 AM10/21/2010
Since his arrival to U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) eight months ago, Petty Officer Third Class Kevin Mullins literally 'hit the deck' running. His efforts were recognized for his impact on both the command and local community during the
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Defense Department's Huddleston Says Safeguarding Africa's Waters is Vital for International Trade

Defense Department's Huddleston Says Safeguarding Africa's Waters is Vital for International Trade Defense Department's Huddleston Says Safeguarding Africa's Waters is Vital for International Trade
12:00 AM10/15/2010
Ambassador Vicki Huddleston, deputy assistant secretary of defense for Africa addressed the Maritime Safety and Security: Towards Economic Prosperity Conference October 13, 2010, at the Millennium Hotel in Stuttgart, Germany.

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DONATE to CFC and help Make a Difference

DONATE to CFC and help Make a Difference DONATE to CFC and help Make a Difference
12:00 AM10/13/2010
Gen Ward kicked off the US Africa Command CFC-Overseas Campaign on 4 October 2010. In order to promote CFC-Overseas, for the next 8 weeks we would like to use as many venues and resources as possible to improve our participation in "Making a
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Gen. Ward Shares AFRICOM's Role with Local German Foundation

Gen. Ward Shares AFRICOM's Role with Local German Foundation Gen. Ward Shares AFRICOM's Role with Local German Foundation
12:00 AM10/12/2010
AFRICOM commander General William "Kip" Ward discussed U.S. Africa Command's role in supporting U.S. government efforts for stability and security in Africa with Robert Bosch Foundation members October 7, 2010 at the Robert Bosch house
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AFRICOM General Establishes Legacy as 1st Chief of Staff

AFRICOM General Establishes Legacy as 1st Chief of Staff AFRICOM General Establishes Legacy as 1st Chief of Staff
12:00 AM10/8/2010
U.S. Africa Command staff gathered to honor their first chief of staff during an award ceremony and farewell potluck September 27, 2010.

Major General Michael Snodgrass has spent the past three years responsible for AFRICOM staff -
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CFC Begins Overseas

CFC Begins Overseas CFC Begins Overseas
12:00 AM10/6/2010
General William E. "Kip" Ward, commander of U.S. Africa Command, kicked off the 2010 Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) Overseas for the command October 4, 2010, at Kelley Barracks.

CFC, the annual giving drive for the Department
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Uganda Defense Force Soldiers First to Earn Air Load Planner Certification

Uganda Defense Force Soldiers First to Earn Air Load Planner Certification Uganda Defense Force Soldiers First to Earn Air Load Planner Certification
12:00 AM9/27/2010
A U.S. Army Africa (USARAF) organized Africa Deployment Assistance Partnership Team (ADAPT) recently trained, and for the first time ever, certified 25 soldiers of the Uganda People’s Defense Force (UPDF) as C-130 aircraft load planners in Entebbe,
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Helping From the Ground Up: CJTF-HOA Donates Shoes

Helping From the Ground Up: CJTF-HOA Donates Shoes Helping From the Ground Up: CJTF-HOA Donates Shoes
12:00 AM9/27/2010
Men and women of Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa and Camp Lemonnier came together with a surprise of new shoes for the children of the National Center for the Protection of Juvenile Boys September 16, 2010. The idea for the drop came from
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U.S. Air Forces Africa Hosts Kenyan Defence Forces Familiarization Visit

U.S. Air Forces Africa Hosts Kenyan Defence Forces Familiarization Visit U.S. Air Forces Africa Hosts Kenyan Defence Forces Familiarization Visit
12:00 AM9/17/2010
Four Kenyan defence sergeants major from various branches of the Kenyan military were treated to a whirlwind familiarization visit to Ramstein Air Base to gain insight into professional military education programs designed for enlisted service
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U.S. Air Force Trains Congolese Medics

U.S. Air Force Trains Congolese Medics U.S. Air Force Trains Congolese Medics
12:00 AM9/17/2010
When Captain Adam Waggoner arrived in Kisingani, Democratic Republic of the Congo in March 2010 for a six month deployment, his mission was to provide medical support to a 30-person Special Operations Command and Control Element that was working to
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402nd Civil Affairs Battalion Takes Reins in Djibouti

402nd Civil Affairs Battalion Takes Reins in Djibouti 402nd Civil Affairs Battalion Takes Reins in Djibouti
12:00 AM9/16/2010
The U.S. Army 402nd Civil Affairs Battalion took over as the battalion headquarters for the Horn of Africa in a transfer of authority flag unfurling ceremony September 14, 2010, at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti.

The 418th Civil Affairs
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402nd Civil Affairs Battalion Takes Reins in Djibouti

402nd Civil Affairs Battalion Takes Reins in Djibouti 402nd Civil Affairs Battalion Takes Reins in Djibouti
12:00 AM9/16/2010
The U.S. Army 402nd Civil Affairs Battalion took over as the battalion headquarters for the Horn of Africa in a transfer of authority flag unfurling ceremony September 14, 2010, at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti.

The 418th Civil Affairs
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General Officer Announcement

General Officer Announcement General Officer Announcement
12:00 AM9/15/2010
General Officer Announcement:

Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates announced today that the President has nominated Army Gen. Carter F. Ham for re-appointment to the grade of general and assignment as commander, U.S. Africa Command.
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NAVEUR-NAVAF Hosts Final APS 2011 Planning

NAVEUR-NAVAF Hosts Final APS 2011 Planning NAVEUR-NAVAF Hosts Final APS 2011 Planning
12:00 AM9/14/2010
Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa, together with 25 African and European partner countries hosted a week-long final planning conference for Africa Partnership Station (APS) 2011 East and West, starting September 8, 2010.

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AFRICOM Offers Employee Influenza Vaccinations Sept. 20, 30

AFRICOM Offers Employee Influenza Vaccinations Sept. 20, 30 AFRICOM Offers Employee Influenza Vaccinations Sept. 20, 30
12:00 AM9/14/2010
AFRICOM INFLUENZA VACCINATION DAYS
U.S. Africa Command employee influenza vaccinations are scheduled for 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. September 20 and 30, 2010 at the Kelley Barracks Fitness Center.

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