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U.S. Africa Command Senior Officials Discuss Lessons Learned, Way Ahead in Joint Force Journal Articles

U.S. Africa Command Senior Officials Discuss Lessons Learned, Way Ahead in Joint Force Journal Articles

U.S. Africa Command Senior Officials Discuss Lessons Learned, Way Ahead in Joint Force Journal Articles

12:00 AM8/28/2008

A set of U.S. Africa Command-related articles featured in Issue 51 of the Joint Force Quarterly describes the command's progression from its conception to its transition into unified command status, taking into account lessons learned and its

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U.S. AFRICOM, SOUTHCOM Promote new approach to regional challenges

U.S. AFRICOM, SOUTHCOM Promote new approach to regional challenges

U.S. AFRICOM, SOUTHCOM Promote new approach to regional challenges

12:00 AM8/27/2008

Along with U.S. Africa Command going fully operational Oct. 1, the Defense Department will reach another milestone as U.S. Southern Command officials complete a major reorganization that also promotes joint, interagency and even private- and

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U.S. and China in Dialogue about Africa Relations

U.S. and China in Dialogue about Africa Relations

U.S. and China in Dialogue about Africa Relations

12:00 AM7/31/2008

The United States and China continue to engage in dialogue over relations in Africa, Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for African Affairs Theresa Whelan said in testimony before

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Soccer Balls Awarded to Top-Performing Nigerian Students

Soccer Balls Awarded to Top-Performing Nigerian Students

Soccer Balls Awarded to Top-Performing Nigerian Students

12:00 AM7/21/2008

Top student performers at St. Therese Primary School in Bwari, Nigeria were honored and treated to a surprise during primary and elementary graduation ceremonies, July 18, 2008.

As Sister Tina, the school's principal, called her

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AFRICOM Partners With African Nations to Promote Stability, Security

AFRICOM Partners With African Nations to Promote Stability, Security

AFRICOM Partners With African Nations to Promote Stability, Security

12:00 AM7/16/2008

U.S. Africa Command works in partnership with African nations to help make the continent more secure against terrorism and criminal enterprises and to promote prosperity, a senior defense official said at a hearing before the U.S. House Committee

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Nigeria Poised to Host Security Cooperation Exercise AFRICA ENDEAVOUR

Nigeria Poised to Host Security Cooperation Exercise AFRICA ENDEAVOUR

Nigeria Poised to Host Security Cooperation Exercise AFRICA ENDEAVOUR

12:00 AM7/14/2008

During a press conference on July 11, 2008, General Owoye Azazi, Nigerian Chief of Defence Staff, discussed the role of the Nigerian military in the upcoming AFRICA ENDEAVOR 2008, a two-week, multinational, military exchange exercise.
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Armed Forces of Liberia Strengthens Military Communications with Signal Support System Specialists

Armed Forces of Liberia Strengthens Military Communications with Signal Support System Specialists

Armed Forces of Liberia Strengthens Military Communications with Signal Support System Specialists

12:00 AM7/11/2008

Following a nine-week advanced training course, 24 soldiers with the Armed Forces of Liberia (AFL) are now qualified to serve as Signal Support System Specialists, also known as "signal soldiers". This group of graduates will manage and maintain

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Fourth of July Message from General Kip Ward, Commander of the U.S. Africa Command

Fourth of July Message from General Kip Ward, Commander of the U.S. Africa Command

Fourth of July Message from General Kip Ward, Commander of the U.S. Africa Command

12:00 AM7/4/2008

Today, July 4, 2008, please join me in celebrating our Nation's birthday.

As we observe this 4th of July period with our families and close friends, I hope all of us will take a few moments to reflect on the meaning of this holiday

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Joint Chiefs Chairman Offers Encouragement as New Africa Command Takes Shape

Joint Chiefs Chairman Offers Encouragement as New Africa Command Takes Shape

Joint Chiefs Chairman Offers Encouragement as New Africa Command Takes Shape

12:00 AM6/26/2008

The top U.S. military officer challenged the U.S. Africa Command staff to seize the opportunities presented as they stand up a new, uniquely organized command that brings more focus to a vital part of the world.

Navy Admiral Mike

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Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Mullen Addresses Staff of Africa Command

Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Mullen Addresses Staff of Africa Command

Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Mullen Addresses Staff of Africa Command

12:00 AM6/26/2008

During a visit to the headquarters of the U.S. Africa Command in Stuttgart, Germany, on June 26, 2008, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Admiral Mike Mullen expressed high expectations for the command's future and called on staff members to

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Academics Gather to Offer Opinions and Recommendations with U.S. Africa Command

Academics Gather to Offer Opinions and Recommendations with U.S. Africa Command

Academics Gather to Offer Opinions and Recommendations with U.S. Africa Command

12:00 AM6/18/2008

More than 40 recognized academics gathered at the National Conference Center in Landsdowne, Virginia June 9-11 for an Academic Symposium, which introduced the U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) to the broader U.S. academic community and provided a forum

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Cameroonian Marines Engage in Border Patrol Training Course

Cameroonian Marines Engage in Border Patrol Training Course

Cameroonian Marines Engage in Border Patrol Training Course

12:00 AM6/18/2008

More than 40 Cameroonian Marine Corps leaders participated in a five-day event conducted by U.S. Marines and sponsored by the U.S. Africa Command from June 9 - 13, 2008, during which they reviewed tactics, techniques, and procedures for securing

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African Union Communications Capability Strengthened Through AFRICOM Training

African Union Communications Capability Strengthened Through AFRICOM Training

African Union Communications Capability Strengthened Through AFRICOM Training

12:00 AM6/18/2008

Eight African Union technicians and military personnel were awarded certificates on June 13, 2008 for their successful completion of an advanced training class on a communications system called the Very Small Aperture Terminal (VSAT) satellite

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Soldiers with Armed Forces of Liberia to be Honored in Graduation Ceremony

Soldiers with Armed Forces of Liberia to be Honored in Graduation Ceremony

Soldiers with Armed Forces of Liberia to be Honored in Graduation Ceremony

12:00 AM6/16/2008

More than 200 soldiers with the Armed Forces of Liberia successfully completed a month-long training course required for advancement to the rank of sergeant. A graduation ceremony was scheduled for June 20, 2008 to honor their achievements,

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AFRICOM Leader Visits Spain, Portugal; Looks Forward to Future Cooperation

AFRICOM Leader Visits Spain, Portugal; Looks Forward to Future Cooperation

AFRICOM Leader Visits Spain, Portugal; Looks Forward to Future Cooperation

12:00 AM6/13/2008

Army General William E. "Kip" Ward, commander, U.S. Africa Command, met with Spanish and Portuguese leaders during a multi-day visit to both countries June 9-12, 2008.

The visit was the first that Ward had made to either

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Deputy Moeller Speaks on Future of AFRICOM

Deputy Moeller Speaks on Future of AFRICOM

Deputy Moeller Speaks on Future of AFRICOM

12:00 AM6/5/2008

As the U.S. Africa Command continues to develop its organizational structure, a primary focus is to ensure a smooth transition of programs and activities to AFRICOM from the European, Central, and Pacific Commands.

This message was

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AFRICOM's Senior Enlisted Member Visits Armed Forces of Liberia

AFRICOM's Senior Enlisted Member Visits Armed Forces of Liberia

AFRICOM's Senior Enlisted Member Visits Armed Forces of Liberia

12:00 AM6/1/2008

U.S. Africa Command's senior enlisted member, Command Sergeant Major Mark S. Ripka, conducted a weeklong visit to Liberia May21-28, 2008, to work with the international team helping to create the new Armed Forces of Liberia following the West

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Hundreds of Liberian Soldiers Graduate from Military Basic Training

Hundreds of Liberian Soldiers Graduate from Military Basic Training

Hundreds of Liberian Soldiers Graduate from Military Basic Training

12:00 AM5/23/2008

A graduation ceremony was scheduled May 23, 2008 to mark the successful completion of a month-long military training course by Liberian infantryman with the new Armed Forces of Liberia (AFL), according to the U.S. Office of Defense Cooperation in

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Nigerian Air Force Members Participate in Air Transport Handling Seminar

Nigerian Air Force Members Participate in Air Transport Handling Seminar

Nigerian Air Force Members Participate in Air Transport Handling Seminar

12:00 AM5/13/2008

During a four-day training course in Lagos, Nigeria, in April 2008, 20 members of the Nigerian Air Force worked alongside U.S. personnel to share knowlege and experience in working with military transport aircraft.

The program, part of

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U.S. Sailors Visit School In Kenya

U.S. Sailors Visit School In Kenya

U.S. Sailors Visit School In Kenya

12:00 AM5/12/2008

A group of 20 sailors from the U.S. Navy's USS Momsen visited a school in the port city of Mombasa on May 7, 2008, as part of a community relations program called Project Handclasp.

Project Handclasp is a U.S. Navy program that

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