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Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa Image
U.S. Navy Sailors of Combined Joint Task Force Horn of Africa (CJTF-HOA) Explosive Ordinance Disposal (EOD) members, detonate an explosive devices during a training exercise at Arta Plage, Djibouti, Jan. 30, 2017. A controlled detonation is a method used to safely disable suspected explosive devices. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Christian Jadot)
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Christian Jadot
Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa Image
U.S. Navy Sailors of Combined Joint Task Force Horn of Africa (CJTF-HOA) Explosive Ordinance Disposal (EOD) members, performs a controlled detonation with an explosive devices during a training exercise at Arta Plage, Djibouti, Jan. 30, 2017. A controlled detonation is a method used to safely disable suspected explosive devices. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Christian Jadot)
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Christian Jadot
Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa Image
A U.S. Airman, Combined Joint Task Force Horn of Africa (CJTF-HOA) ammunitions, presses the detonate button for an explosive device performing a controlled detonation during a training exercise by CJTF-HOA Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team at Arta Plage, Djibouti, Jan. 30, 2017. A controlled detonation is a method used to safely disable suspected explosive devices. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Christian Jadot)
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Christian Jadot
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U.S. Navy Sailors of Combined Joint Task Force Horn of Africa Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) members, construct explosive tools such as fluid blade disruptors and devices for training purposes at Arta Plage, Djibouti, Jan. 30, 2017. EOD teams use fluid blade disruptors to penetrate harden locations with a directed explosion. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Christian Jadot)
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Christian Jadot
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U.S. Navy Sailors of Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa Explosive Ordnance Disposal team, ignite thermite devices on a pile of expired ammunition and other ordnances to incinerate safely at Arta Plage, Djibouti, Jan. 30, 2017. EOD technicians are specially trained to disarm and dispose ofhigh explosive devices and other types of ordnance, including nuclear, biological and chemical weapons. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Christian Jadot)
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Christian Jadot
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U.S. Navy Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technicians working with Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa set thermite devices on a stockpile of expired ammunition and ordnance to incinerate safely at Arta Plage, Djibouti, Jan. 30, 2017. Thermite is a composition of metal powders and fuels that can reach temperatures higher than 4,000 degrees Fahrenheit. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Christian Jadot)
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Christian Jadot
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U.S. Navy Sailors of Combined Joint Task Force Horn of Africa Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) members, pour diesel fuel on a pile of expired ammunition and other ordnances to incinerate them safely at Arta Plage, Djibouti, Jan. 30, 2017. EOD teams disarm and dispose of active explosive devices in deployed areas around the globe. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Christian Jadot)
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Christian Jadot
UK dignitaries visit Camp Lemonnier
British Army Col. Adam Crawley, right, director of plans and policy for Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa escorts dignitaries from the United Kingdom as they arrive at Camp Lemmonier, Djibouti, Jan. 23, 2017. Sir Nicholas Kay, U.K. special envoy to the Horn of Africa, left, joined Her Majesty’s Ambassador Susanna Moorehead, British ambassador to Ethiopia and Djibouti to meet with CJTF-HOA Commanding General Maj. Gen. Kurt Sonntag to gain a greater understanding of CJTF-HOA's mission and execution. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Paul Gorman)
Photo by: Master Sgt. Paul Gorman, Djibouti
UK dignitaries visit Camp Lemonnier
Her Majesty's Ambassador Susanna Moorehead, British ambassador to Ethiopia and Djibouti and Sir Nicholas Kay, U.K. special envoy to the Horn of Africa meet with Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa Commanding General Maj. Gen. Kurt Sonntag at Camp Lemmonier, Djibouti, Jan. 23, 2017. The visit allowed both Moorehead and Kay to gain a greater understanding of CJTF-HOA's mission and execution. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Paul Gorman)
Photo by: Master Sgt. Paul Gorman, Djibouti
State, Defense department officials focus on East Africa security
Peter H. Vrooman, Chargé d'affaires for the U.S. Embassy in Ethiopia addresses attendees of the 2017 East Africa Security Synchronization Conference at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Jan. 24. The two-day event was hosted by Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa under the leadership of Gen. Thomas Waldhauser, commander of U.S. Africa Command, and provided an opportunity to openly discuss the security environment throughout the Horn of Africa. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Paul Gorman)
Photo by: Master Sgt. Paul Gorman, Djibouti
State, Defense department officials focus on East Africa security
Guest speaker Dr. Paul Williams, author of “War and Conflict in Africa,” provides attendees of the 2017 East Africa Security Synchronization Conference with an overview of contemporary armed conflict in East Africa, at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Jan. 24. The two-day event was hosted by Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa under the leadership of Gen. Thomas Waldhauser, commander of U.S. Africa Command, and provided an opportunity to openly discuss the security environment throughout the Horn of Africa. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Paul Gorman)
Photo by: Master Sgt. Paul Gorman, Djibouti
State, Defense department officials focus on East Africa security
Gen. Thomas Waldhauser, commander of U.S. Africa Command, addresses attendees of the 2017 East Africa Security Synchronization Conference at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Jan. 24. The two-day event allowed U.S. Embassy representatives from eight East African nations to engage with AFRICOM leadership, and provided the opportunity for an open dialogue to discuss the security environments of each country. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Paul Gorman)
Photo by: Master Sgt. Paul Gorman, Djibouti
State, Defense department officials focus on East Africa security
Gen. Thomas Waldhauser, commander of U.S. Africa Command and Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa Commanding General Maj. Gen. Kurt Sonntag converse during the 2017 East Africa Security Synchronization Conference at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Jan. 24. The two-day event allowed U.S. Embassy representatives from eight East African nations to engage with AFRICOM leadership, and provided the opportunity for an open dialogue to discuss the security environments of each country. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Paul Gorman)
Photo by: Master Sgt. Paul Gorman, Djibouti
State, Defense department officials focus on East Africa security
Ambassador Mary Beth Leonard, U.S. Ambassador to the African Union, addresses attendees of the 2017 East Africa Security Synchronization Conference at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Jan. 24. The two-day event was hosted by Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa under the leadership of Gen. Thomas Waldhauser, commander of U.S. Africa Command, and provided an opportunity to openly discuss the security environment throughout the Horn of Africa. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Paul Gorman)
Photo by: Master Sgt. Paul Gorman, Djibouti
State, Defense department officials focus on East Africa security
U.S. Defense Attachés and country team personnel from eight East Africa nations joined military leaders from U.S. Africa Command and Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti Jan. 24, for the 2017 East Africa Security Synchronization Conference. The two-day event was hosted by CJTF-HOA under the leadership of AFRICOM Commander Gen. Thomas Waldhauser, and provided the opportunity for an open dialogue to discuss the security environments of each country. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Paul Gorman)
Photo by: Master Sgt. Paul Gorman, Djibouti
Deputy Commander
Brigadier General Phil Purcell is the Deputy Commander, Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa, at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti. In this position, he supports the CJTF-HOA Commander to counter violent extremism in East Africa. General Purcell is also responsible for developing relations with senior military leaders in African partner nations and directing CJTF staff and subordinate commanders’ support to deployed personnel and units of all Services across the Horn of Africa.
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Deputy Commander
Brigadier General Phil Purcell is the Deputy Commander, Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa, at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti. In this position, he supports the CJTF-HOA Commander to counter violent extremism in East Africa. General Purcell is also responsible for developing relations with senior military leaders in African partner nations and directing CJTF staff and subordinate commanders’ support to deployed personnel and units of all Services across the Horn of Africa.
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U.S. Navy Rear Adm. William Wheeler administers the oath of enlistment to Petty Officer 1st Class James Pineda, flag writer for Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa, at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Jan. 19, 2017. Pineda's desire to re-enlist while serving in a deployed environment exemplifies the sense of commitment demonstrated each year, by the thousands of Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Marines who elect to turn their military service into a long-term career. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Paul Gorman)
Photo by: Master Sgt. Paul Gorman, Djibouti
Gen. Daniel Allyn visits Camp Lemoonnier
Vice Chief of Staff of the Army Gen. Daniel B. Allyn dines with deployed junior enlisted Soldiers at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Jan. 16, 2017. Allyn's visit included the opportunity to meet with leadership to discuss on-going operations and challenges in the region, as well as recognize numerous service members for outstanding performance in support of Camp Lemonnier, and Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Paul Gorman)
Photo by: Master Sgt. Paul Gorman, Djibouti
Gen. Daniel Allyn visits Camp Lemoonnier
Vice Chief of Staff of the Army Gen. Daniel B. Allyn engages with deployed Soldiers at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Jan. 16, 2017. Allyn's visit included the opportunity to meet with leadership to discuss on-going operations and challenges in the region, as well as recognize numerous service members for outstanding performance in support of Camp Lemonnier, and Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Paul Gorman)
Photo by: Master Sgt. Paul Gorman, Djibouti
Gen. Daniel Allyn visits Camp Lemoonnier
U.S. service members selected for exceptional mission support prepare to be recognized by Vice Chief of Staff of the Army Gen. Daniel B. Allyn at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Jan. 16, 2017. Allyn's visit to Camp Lemonnier included meeting with leadership to discuss on-going operations and challenges in the region, engaging with enlisted Soldiers and junior Army officers over lunch and dinner, and recognizing numerous deployed service members for their outstanding mission contributions. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Paul Gorman)
Photo by: Master Sgt. Paul Gorman, Djibouti
Gen. Daniel Allyn visits Camp Lemoonnier
Vice Chief of Staff of the Army Gen. Daniel B. Allyn recognizes Air Force Staff Sgt. Alasdair Stretch for outstanding performance as a financial administration noncommissioned officer at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Jan. 16, 2017. Allyn's visit included the opportunity to meet with leadership to discuss on-going operations and challenges in the region, as well as recognize numerous deployed service members for outstanding performance in support of Camp Lemonnier, and Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Paul Gorman)
Photo by: Master Sgt. Paul Gorman, Djibouti
Brig. Gen. Moore visits HOA
Brig. Gen. Kenneth H. Moore, U.S. Army Africa deputy commander, meets with Army Reserve members of the 411th Civil Affairs Battalion during his visit to Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Jan. 16, 2017. Brig. Gen. Moore met with Army Reservists to discuss the specific challenges and objectives associated with their deployment to the Horn of Africa.
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Christian Jadot, Camp Lemonnier
Brig. Gen. Moore visits HOA
U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Kenneth H. Moore, U.S. Army Africa deputy commander, takes a question at a “town hall” style meeting during his visit to Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Jan. 16, 2017. Brig. Gen. Moore met with Army Reservists to present an overview of the Army’s mission in Africa and drive home the ‘Total Army’ concept.
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Christian Jadot, Camp Lemonnier
Brig. Gen. Moore visits HOA
Brig. Gen. Kenneth H. Moore, U.S. Army Africa deputy commander checks into the galley to dine with Army Reserve members during his visit to Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Jan. 16, 2017. Brig. Gen. Moore met with Army Reservists to discuss the Army’s overall mission objective on the continent of Africa.
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Christian Jadot, Camp Lemonnier
Brig. Gen. Moore visits HOA
U.S. Navy Rear Adm. William Wheeler III, outgoing Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa deputy commander, introduces Brig. Gen. Kenneth H. Moore, U.S. Army Africa deputy commander, to Air Force Brig. Gen. Howard P. Purcell, incoming CJTF-HOA deputy commanding general during an office call at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Jan. 16, 2017. Brig. Gen. Moore met with the CJTF-HOA senior leaders to discuss capabilities of the Army, and how the Army Reserve can better support future mission of CJTF-HOA.
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Christian Jadot, Camp Lemonnier
Gen. Daniel Allyn visits Camp Lemoonnier
Vice Chief of Staff of the Army Gen. Daniel B. Allyn recognizes Army Staff Sgt. Kendra Langsford for outstanding performance as an intelligence noncommissioned officer at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Jan. 16, 2017. Allen's visit included the opportunity to meet with leadership to discuss on-going operations and challenges in the region, as well as recognize numerous deployed service members for outstanding performance in support of Camp Lemonnier, and Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Paul Gorman)
Photo by: Master Sgt. Paul Gorman, Djibouti
Gen. Daniel Allyn visits Camp Lemoonnier
Maj. Gen. Kurt Sonntag, commanding general of Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa, right, accompanies Vice Chief of Staff of the Army Gen. Daniel Allyn during his visit to Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Jan. 16, 2017. Allyn took the opportunity to meet with leadership to discuss on-going operations and challenges in the region, meet with enlisted Soldiers and junior Army officers over lunch and dinner, and recognize numerous deployed service members for outstanding mission contributions. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Paul Gorman)
Photo by: Master Sgt. Paul Gorman, Djibouti
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The South Carolina National Guard Adjutant General, Maj. General Robert E. Livingston, Jr. and South Carolina Army National Guard Command Sergeant Major Russell Vickery join deployed Soldiers recognized for outstanding performance with the 151st Signal Battalion during their visit to Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Jan. 15, 2017. Maj. Gen. Livingston and Vickery travelled to Camp Lemonnier to engage with deployed South Carolina National Guard members and to learn more about their role in supporting the mission of U.S. Africa Command. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by: SSgt Christian Jadot)
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Christian Jadot
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The South Carolina National Guard Adjutant General Maj. General Robert E. Livingston, Jr. responds to questions during an “all call” with deployed Soldiers from the from the 151st Signal Battalion during his visit to Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Jan. 15, 2017. South Carolina Army National Guard Command Sergeant Major Russell Vickery joined Maj. Gen. Livingston as he visited Camp Lemonnier to engage with deployed South Carolina National Guard members, and learn more about their role in supporting the mission of U.S. Africa Command. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by: SSgt Christian Jadot)
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Christian Jadot
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The South Carolina National Guard Adjutant General Maj. General Robert E. Livingston, Jr. has brunch with troops from the 151st Signal Battalion during his visit to Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Jan. 15, 2017. Maj. Gen. Livingston travelled to Camp Lemonnier to engage with deployed South Carolina National Guard members, and learn more about their role in supporting the mission of U.S. Africa Command. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by: SSgt Christian Jadot)
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Christian Jadot
Paving the road to a more secure Somalia
Somali National Army Chief of Defense Forces Maj. Gen. Mohammed Adan Ahmed, right, and Chief of Staff Col. Ahmed Mohammed, left, converse with African Union Mission in Somalia Force Commander Lt. Gen. Osman Noor Soubagleh during the SNA Symposium in downtown Mogadishu, Jan. 12, 2017. The symposium is part of an ongoing international effort to aid security conditions throughout Somalia by fostering the growth and revitalization of the national military defense force, which disbanded following the collapse of the country’s central government in 1991.
Photo by: Master Sgt. Paul Gorman, Djibouti
Paving the road to a more secure Somalia
Leaders of the Somali National Army meet with international military and civilian officials to discuss the future of Somalia’s security at the SNA Symposium in downtown Mogadishu, Jan. 11, 2017. More than 60 participants attended the two-day event, including representatives from Denmark, Germany, Italy, Somalia, Turkey, Uganda, the United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom and the United States of America. Also in attendance, were representatives from international organizations such as the United Nations, European Union Training Mission, and the African Union Mission in Somalia.
Photo by: Master Sgt. Paul Gorman, Djibouti
Paving the road to a more secure Somalia
Maj. Gen. Kurt Sonntag, commanding general of the Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa, right, recognizes members of the Ugandan military responsible for defeating a vehicle borne IED attack while serving with the African Union Mission in Somalia during the SNA Symposium in downtown Mogadishu, Jan. 11, 2017. AMISOM is an active, regional peacekeeping mission operated by the African Union with the approval of the United Nations in Somalia.
Photo by: Master Sgt. Paul Gorman, Djibouti
Paving the road to a more secure Somalia
Leaders of the Somali National Army gather with international military and civilian officials for the SNA Symposium in downtown Mogadishu, Jan. 11, 2017. More than 60 participants attended the two-day event, including representatives from Denmark, Germany, Italy, Somalia, Turkey, Uganda, the United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom and the United States of America. Also in attendance, were representatives from international organizations such as the United Nations, European Union Training Mission, and the African Union Mission in Somalia.
Photo by: Master Sgt. Paul Gorman, Djibouti
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A French C-160 Transall transport aircraft takes off in front of a crowd of onlookers during the French live fire demonstration near Grand Bara, Djibouti, Jan. 14, 2017. The C-160 Transall is a tactical transport aircraft capable of carrying up to 93 troops with the ability to take off on an airstrip as short as 700 meters. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by: Staff Sgt. Christian Jadot)
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Christian Jadot
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A French SA 330 Puma transport helicopter escorted by an SA 342 Gazelle utility helicopter approach a designed landing site to make a low aerial pass during the French live fire demonstration near Grand Bara, Djibouti, Jan. 14, 2017. The SA 330 Puma is a medium lift all-weather helicopter capable of transporting up to 16 people in and out of a battlefield. The SA 342 Gazelle is a light, five-seat helicopter often used by various militaries for reconnaissance and light attack duties. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by: Staff Sgt. Christian Jadot)
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Christian Jadot
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A French military member keeps onlookers at a safe distance from the landing area as a French C-160 Transall transport aircraft touches down on the rough terrain during the French live fire demonstration near Grand Bara, Djibouti, Jan. 14, 2017. The C-160 Transall is a tactical transport aircraft capable of carrying up to 93 troops with the ability to land on an airstrip as short as 400 meters. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by: Staff Sgt. Christian Jadot)
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Christian Jadot
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French military members repel out of two SA 330 Puma transport helicopters to secure a landing site during the French live fire demonstration near Grand Bara, Djibouti, Jan. 14, 2017. The SA 330 Puma is a medium lift, all-weather helicopter capable of transporting up to 16 people in and out of a battlefield. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by: Staff Sgt. Christian Jadot)
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Christian Jadot
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A French AMX-10RCR wheeled armored reconnaissance vehicle keeps its barrel locked in on a simulated target while traversing the terrain during the French live fire demonstration near Arta Plage, Djibouti, Jan. 14, 2017. The AMX-10RCR was developed for light reconnaissance and troop fire support and is capable of engaging other armored vehicles. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by: Staff Sgt. Christian Jadot)
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Christian Jadot
