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Humans of HOA: Guarding the front, lifting the spirit

2:18 PM6/9/2025
U.S. Army Sgt. Joey Delgado, Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa hot crew noncommissioned officer in charge, supports the mission in his free time through his volunteer work with the USO.
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Combined Joint Task Force - Horn

2:13 PM6/9/2025
Vincent Kiluwe, Cooperative Security Location Kismayo contractor, cleans dishes at CSL Kismayo, Somalia, May 21, 2025. Food service operations, which encompass sourcing, preparing, and distributing meals, are a core part of sustainment services, ensuring service members meet the nutritional needs necessary to progress Combined Joint-Task Force Horn of Africa initiatives. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Marcus Hardy-Bannerman)
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Combined Joint Task Force - Horn

2:13 PM6/9/2025
U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Crystal Yazzie, right, Combined Joint-Task Force Horn of Africa Base Operating Support - Integrator contracting officer representative, completes an inspection at Cooperative Security Location, Kismayo, Somalia, May 21, 2025. Food operations fall under sustainment services for Base Operating Support - Integrator, which encompasses key life support services that ensure deployed personnel can maintain good health and perform effectively. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Marcus Hardy-Bannerman)
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Combined Joint Task Force - Horn

2:13 PM6/9/2025
Owino Collins, Cooperative Security Location Kismayo cook, prepares food at CSL Kismayo, Somalia, May 21, 2025. Food operations fall under sustainment services for Base Operating Support - Integrator, which encompasses key life support services that ensure deployed personnel can survive, maintain good health and perform duties effectively. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Marcus Hardy-Bannerman)
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Combined Joint Task Force - Horn

2:13 PM6/9/2025
Members of the Cooperative Security Location Kismayo dining facility team prepare food at CSL Kismayo, Somalia, May 21, 2025. Food service operations, which encompass sourcing, preparing, and distributing meals, are a core part of sustainment services, ensuring service members are provided with the nutritional needs necessary to progress Combined Joint-Task Force Horn of Africa initiatives. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Marcus Hardy-Bannerman)
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Combined Joint Task Force - Horn

2:13 PM6/9/2025
U.S. Army Spc. Julio Gonzalez, Combined Joint Task Force Horn of Africa radar technician, gets food at the dining facility at Cooperative Security Location, Kismayo, Somalia, May 21, 2025. Food operations carried out by the dining facility team ensure mission readiness for service members forward-deployed to CSL Kismayo by providing them the nutritional fuel needed to carry out their missions. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Jaki Stitt)
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Combined Joint Task Force - Horn

2:13 PM6/9/2025
Michael Kariuki, left, Cooperative Security Location Kismayo cook, prepares food at CSL Kismayo, Somalia, May 21, 2025. Food operations carried out by the dining facility team facilitate mission readiness for service members forward-deployed to CSL Kismayo by providing them the nutritional fuel needed to carry out their missions. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Jaki Stitt)
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Serving more than food: DFAC boosts morale at Kismayo

2:13 PM6/9/2025
The dining facility at Cooperative Security Location, Kismayo, Somalia, go above and beyond to serve quality meals to service members and base personnel daily, enabling the Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa mission in the region.
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VMM-161 (REIN) delivers mission-critical support in East Africa

1:34 PM6/9/2025
U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 161 (Reinforced) unload cargo at Cooperative Security Location, Kismayo, Somalia, June 2, 2025. These operations enable timely support to mission-critical CJTF-HOA personnel and logistics across the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek)
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VMM-161 (REIN) delivers mission-critical support in East Africa

1:34 PM6/9/2025
U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 161 (Reinforced) unload cargo at Cooperative Security Location, Kismayo, Somalia, June 2, 2025. Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa seeks continuous improvement in the locations of responsibility, enabling focus on delivering the mission of enhancing regional security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek)
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VMM-161 (REIN) delivers mission-critical support in East Africa

1:34 PM6/9/2025
U.S. Marines, assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 161 (Reinforced), unload cargo at Baledogle Military Airfield, Somalia, June 2, 2025. VMM - 161 (REIN)’s mission is to provide aerial and combat support to Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa, as well as additional support to troops and operations, whether amphibious or ashore. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek)
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VMM-161 (REIN) delivers mission-critical support in East Africa

1:34 PM6/9/2025
U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Hunter Seelye, Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 161 (Reinforced) KC-130J Super Hercules loadmaster, observes an aerial refueling over East Africa, June 2, 2025. VMM-161 (REIN)’s mission is to provide aerial and combat support to Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa, as well as additional support to troops and operations, whether amphibious or ashore. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek)
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VMM-161 (REIN) delivers mission-critical support in East Africa

1:34 PM6/9/2025
U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Jonathan Leon, Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 161 (Reinforced) KC-130J Super Hercules loadmaster, monitors an aerial refueling over East Africa, June 2, 2025. VMM-161 (REIN) plays a vital role in sustaining operational reach throughout East Africa. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek)
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VMM-161 (REIN) delivers mission-critical support in East Africa

1:34 PM6/9/2025
U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 161 (Reinforced) unload cargo at Baledogle Military Airfield, Somalia, June 2, 2025. VMM-161 (REIN)’s mission is to provide aerial and combat support to Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa, as well as additional support to troops and operations, whether amphibious or ashore. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek)
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VMM-161 (REIN) delivers mission-critical support in East Africa

1:34 PM6/9/2025
U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Sion Harrington, KC-130J Super Hercules pilot, oversees the unloading of cargo at Cooperative Security Location, Kismayo, Somalia, June 2, 2025. Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa seeks continuous improvement in the locations of responsibility, enabling focus on delivering the mission of enhancing regional security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek)
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VMM-161 (REIN) delivers mission-critical support in East Africa

1:34 PM6/9/2025
A U.S. Air Force CV-22 Osprey conducts an aerial refueling mission with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 161 (Reinforced) above East Africa, June 2, 2025. Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa stands ready to respond to crises across the continent, protecting and securing U.S. citizens and interests. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek)
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VMM-161 (REIN) delivers mission-critical support in East Africa

1:34 PM6/9/2025
U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Jonathan Leon, Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 161 (Reinforced) KC-130J Super Hercules loadmaster, guides the offloading of a four-wheeler at Baledogle Military Airfield, Somalia, June 2, 2025. VMM-161 (REIN)’s mission is to provide aerial and combat support to Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa, as well as additional support to troops and operations, whether amphibious or ashore. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek)
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VMM-161 (REIN) delivers mission-critical support in East Africa

1:34 PM6/9/2025
U.S. Air Force CV-22 Ospreys conduct a routine aerial refueling mission with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 161 (Reinforced) in East Africa, June 2, 2025. Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa stands ready to respond to crises across the continent, protecting and securing U.S. citizens and interests. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek)
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Chief of National Guard Bureau visits CJTF-HOA, reinforcing Guard’s commitment to East Africa, partnerships

1:33 PM6/6/2025
U.S. Air Force Gen. Steven S. Nordhaus, chief of the National Guard Bureau, tours facilities of Task Force Associator at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, May 30, 2025. The tour showcased the operational abilities of TFAS, reviewing various weapon systems and gear. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Synsere Howard)
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Chief of National Guard Bureau visits CJTF-HOA, reinforcing Guard’s commitment to East Africa, partnerships

1:33 PM6/6/2025
U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Ted Braxton, Command Senior Enlisted Leader left, greets U.S. Air Force Gen. Steven S. Nordhaus, Chief of the National Guard Bureau, upon his arrival to Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, May 30, 2025. His arrival marked a reaffirmation of the National Guard’s enduring support for East African stability and multinational cooperation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Synsere Howard)
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