U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Thomas Arriola, Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa force protection liaison officer, performs physical therapy stretches at Cooperative Security Location, Kismayo, Somalia, May 21, 2025. CJTF-HOA physical therapists are force multipliers, ensuring personnel receive in-theater care, shortening their return to duty time and ultimately maintaining readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Marcus Hardy-Bannerman)
U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Thomas Arriola, Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa force protection liaison officer, receives corrective therapy at Cooperative Security Location, Kismayo, Somalia, May 21, 2025. In-theater physical therapy care maximizes service member’s time by reducing the need to travel for care, returning them to the mission sooner. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Marcus Hardy-Bannerman)
U.S. Army Lt. Col. Harry Jenkins, left, Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa physical therapist, conducts a physical therapy consultation for Sgt. 1st Class Thomas Arriola, CJTF - HOA force protection liaison officer, at Cooperative Security Location, Kismayo, Somalia, May 21, 2025. Members of the Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa surgeon cell make regular visits to forward-deployed troops at outstations to support the mental and physical well-being of service members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Marcus Hardy-Bannerman)
U.S. Army 1st Lt. Austin Eby, Cooperative Security Location Kismayo security forces officer in charge, performs physical therapy stretches at Cooperative Security Location Kismayo, Somalia, May 20, 2025. Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa physical therapists are force multipliers, ensuring personnel receive in-theater care, shortening their return to duty time and ultimately maintaining readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Marcus Hardy-Bannerman)
CJTF-HOA physical therapist takes care of troops in Kismayo, Somalia
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Members of the Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa Surgeon Cell conducted a battlefield circulation visit to Cooperative Security Location, Kismayo, to provide members with physical therapy care, along with other medical resources.
U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Jeffery Fedor, right, 152nd Engineer Support Company squad leader, helps lay concertina wire at Cooperative Security Location, Kismayo, Somalia, May 20, 2025. By strengthening physical defenses, force protection upgrades at CSL Kismayo directly support the safety, morale and operational readiness of deployed service members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Marcus Hardy-Bannerman)
U.S. Army Sgt. Naomi Velez, 152nd Engineer Support Company engineer operator, work on a construction project at Cooperative Security Location, Kismayo, Somalia, May 20, 2025. Projects led by the 152nd ESC directly support CJTF-HOA initiatives by strengthening partner capabilities and contributing to regional stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Marcus Hardy-Bannerman)
U.S. Army Sgt. Gianni Picardo, 152nd Engineer Support Company interior electrician, unloads insulation at Cooperative Security Location, Kismayo, Somalia, May 20, 2025. Engineers from the 152nd ESC progress Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa lines of effort through the support and development provided across the various CJTF-HOA outstations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Marcus Hardy-Bannerman)
U.S. Army Sgt. Angelina Sasso, 152nd Engineer Support Company wheeled vehicle mechanic, cuts wood boards at Cooperative Security Location, Kismayo, Somalia, May 20, 2025. 152nd ESC engineers progress Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa lines of effort through the support and development provided across the various CJTF-HOA outstations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Marcus Hardy-Bannerman)
U.S. Army Spc. Conrod Hugh, 152nd Engineer Support Company horizontal construction engineer, works on a construction project at Cooperative Security Location, Kismayo, Somalia, May 20, 2025. By strengthening physical defenses, force protection upgrades at CSL Kismayo directly support the safety, morale and operational readiness of deployed service members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Marcus Hardy-Bannerman)
Securing the front: CJTF-HOA engineers enhance security in Kismayo, Somalia
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Forward-deployed to Cooperative Security Location (CSL), Kismayo, Somalia, the 152nd Engineer Support Company plays a vital role in supporting Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa operations across East Africa.
U.S. service members participate in a cornhole event at the USO at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, May 1, 2025. The USO hosts events at Camp Lemonnier, providing an environment for entertainment and de-stressing necessary to a resilient fighting force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Marcus Hardy-Bannerman)
U.S. Army Sgt. Joey Delgado, Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa hot crew noncommissioned officer in charge, volunteers at an event with the USO at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, May 1, 2025. Delgado maintains resilience for himself and his team, ensuring they are ready to utilize force protection assets essential to security in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Marcus Hardy-Bannerman)
U.S. Army Sgt. Joey Delgado, Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa hot crew noncommissioned officer in charge, plays cornhole during a USO event at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, May 1, 2025. As a hot crew for force protection assets, Delgado is responsible for maintaining readiness for his team and the resources they oversee. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Marcus Hardy-Bannerman)
U.S. Army Sgt. Joey Delgado, Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa hot crew noncommissioned officer in charge, poses for a photo at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, May 3, 2025. Delgado maintains resilience for himself and his team, ensuring they are ready to utilize force protection assets essential to security in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Marcus Hardy-Bannerman)
U.S. Army Sgt. Joey Delgado, Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa hot crew noncommissioned officer in charge, poses for a photo at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, May 3, 2025. As a hot crew for force protection assets, Delgado is responsible for maintaining readiness for his team and the resources they oversee. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Marcus Hardy-Bannerman)
Humans of HOA: Guarding the front, lifting the spirit
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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.
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)
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)
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)