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11th MEU spends Valentine's on the range
U.S. Marines with Alpha Company, 1st Battalion, 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), focus downrange during a Combat Marksmanship Program shoot, Feb. 14, 2017, at Arta Beach in Djibouti. Marines worked on engaging a target while moving and under physical stress. A MEU is a forward-deployed, flexible sea-based Marine air-ground task force ready to respond to crisis and conduct limited contingency operations. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Penny Snoozy)
Photo by: SSgt Penny Snoozy, Djibouti
11th MEU spends Valentine's on the range
U.S. Marines with Alpha Company, 1st Battalion, 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), verify scores after a Combat Marksmanship Program shoot, Feb. 14, 2017, at Arta Beach in Djibouti. Marines worked on engaging a target while moving and under physical stress. An MEU is a quick response force, which consists of Sailors and Marines on standby for immediate crisis response across the globe. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Penny Snoozy)
Photo by: SSgt Penny Snoozy, Djibouti
11th MEU spends Valentine's on the range
U.S. Marines with Alpha Company, 1st Battalion, 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), completes a repetition of fire during a Combat Marksmanship Program shoot, Feb. 14, 2017, at Arta Beach in Djibouti. Marines worked on engaging a target while moving and under physical stress. The time on the range allows the 11th MEU to maintain their respective skills and proficiencies. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Penny Snoozy)
Photo by: SSgt Penny Snoozy, Djibouti
11th MEU spends Valentine's on the range
U.S. Marines with Alpha Company, 1st Battalion, 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), stand at the edge of a range waiting for the next repetition of fire, Feb. 14, 2017, at Arta Beach in Djibouti. Marines worked on engaging a target while moving and under physical stress. A MEU is a forward-deployed, flexible sea-based Marine air-ground task force ready to respond to crisis and conduct limited contingency operations. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Penny Snoozy)
Photo by: SSgt Penny Snoozy, Djibouti
Keeping the Faith
U.S. Navy Cmdr. Abuhena Saifulislam, deputy command chaplain for U.S. Africa Command, speaks to Muslim civilian employees during the Friday sermon at Mariama Bin't Imran Mosque in Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Jan. 30, 2017. A native of Bangladesh, Saifulislam became a naturalized U.S. citizen in 1995, was commissioned in 1999 as the first Muslim chaplain for the U.S. Marine Corp, and is currently one of only two Imam Chaplains in the U.S. Navy. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Paul Gorman)
Photo by: Master Sgt. Paul Gorman, Djibouti
Keeping the Faith
U.S. Navy Cmdr. Abuhena Saifulislam, deputy command chaplain for U.S. Africa Command, describes his role as a Muslim American Imam in the U.S. military, during a meeting at the Ministry of Islamic Affairs in downtown Djibouti Jan. 30, 2017. A native of Bangladesh, Saifulislam became a naturalized U.S. citizen in 1995, was commissioned in 1999 as the first Muslim chaplain for the U.S. Marine Corp, and is currently one of only two Imam Chaplains in the U.S. Navy. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Paul Gorman)
Photo by: Master Sgt. Paul Gorman, Djibouti
Keeping the Faith
U.S. Navy Cmdr. Abuhena Saifulislam, deputy command chaplain for U.S. Africa Command, describes Muslim life in America to Abdelkader Mohamed Humad, Sultan of Tadjoura during a visit to Tadjoura, Djibouti Jan. 30, 2017. The meeting was part of a week-long temporary duty assignment to Djibouti for exercise Cutlass Express 2017, during which Saifulislam was able to engage with key Muslim leaders and local practitioners of the Islamic faith. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Paul Gorman)
Photo by: Master Sgt. Paul Gorman, Djibouti
Keeping the Faith
The Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa Religious Affairs staff join U.S. Navy Cmdr. Abuhena Saifulislam, deputy command chaplain for U.S. Africa Command, and U.S. Army Sgt. Maj. Chantel Sena-Diaz, senior enlisted leader of religious affairs for USAFRICOM to meet with members of the Ministry of Islamic Affairs in downtown Djibouti Jan. 30, 2017. The meeting was part of a week-long temporary duty assignment to Djibouti for exercise Cutlass Express 2017, during which Saifulislam and Sena-Diaz were able to engage with key Muslim leaders and local practitioners of the Islamic faith. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Paul Gorman)
Photo by: Master Sgt. Paul Gorman, Djibouti
USAFE-AFAFRICA commander visits Airmen in Djibouti
U.S. Air Force Gen. Tod Wolters, commander of U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa (USAFE-AFAFRICA), walks with Maj. Gen. Kurt Sonntag, commander of Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa, after his arrival at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Feb. 1, 2017. One of the USAFE-AFAFRICA responsibilities is enabling NATO pledged Air Forces and supporting the peace and stability of African states. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Penny Snoozy)
Photo by: SSgt Penny Snoozy, Djibouti
USAFE-AFAFRICA commander visits Airmen in Djibouti
U.S. Air Force Gen. Tod Wolters, commander of U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa (USAFE-AFAFRICA), speaks with forward deployed Airmen assigned to the installation, and Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa during his visit to Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Feb. 1, 2017. Wolters discussed the three command priorities: trust, teamwork, and training. Camp Lemonnier is one of USAFE-AFAFRICA’s 114 geographically separated locations. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Penny Snoozy)
Photo by: SSgt Penny Snoozy, Djibouti
USAFE-AFAFRICA commander visits Airmen in Djibouti
U.S. Air Force Gen. Tod Wolters, commander of U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa, greets members of the 510th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Feb. 1, 2017. Wolters visited with U.S. Air Force members in Djibouti to gain insight into their integrated missions, and the multiple roles of Airmen in the joint environment. The members assembled nearby their assigned aircraft, an F-16 Fighting Falcon from Aviano Air Base, Italy.
Photo by: SSgt Penny Snoozy, Djibouti
USAFE-AFAFRICA commander visits Airmen in Djibouti
U.S. Air Force Gen. Tod Wolters, commander U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa (USAFE-AFAFRICA), greets members of the 75th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron and U.S. Air Force joint terminal attack controllers at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Feb. 1, 2017. Wolters visited with U.S. Air Force members in Djibouti to gain insight into the integrated missions and hear about the roles of Airmen in the joint environment. The members assembled nearby their respective aircraft, a C-130J Super Hercules during this portion of the USAFE-AFAFRICA commander’s visit.
Photo by: SSgt Penny Snoozy, Djibouti
USAFE-AFAFRICA commander visits Airmen in Djibouti
U.S. Air Force Gen. Tod Wolters, commander of U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa, greets members of the 510th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Feb. 1, 2017. Wolters visited with U.S. Air Force members in Djibouti to gain insight into their integrated missions, and the multiple roles of Airmen in the joint environment. The members assembled nearby their assigned aircraft, an F-16 Fighting Falcon from Aviano Air Base, Italy.
Photo by: SSgt Penny Snoozy, Djibouti
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U.S. Marines, Sailors, Soldiers and Airmen pose for a class photo during the Joint Corporals Course at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Jan. 20, 2017. The course, designed by the Marine Corps University, places significant emphasis on developing leadership to prepare junior enlisted service members for their transition from subordinates to small unit leaders. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Christian Jadot)
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Christian Jadot
Combat lifesaver course teaches lifesaving battlefield skills
U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Michael Schiller and U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Alasdair Stretch participate in the hands on portion of the Combat Lifesavers Course (CLC) at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Jan. 19, 2017. The CLC is a 40-hour course centered on the three different phases of tactical combat casualty care: care under fire, tactical field care and casualty evacuation care.
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Christian Jadot, Camp Lemonnier
Combat lifesaver course teaches lifesaving battlefield skills
U.S. Army Sgt. Ashley Jones, medic, applies a simulated bullet wound on a student for a class exercise during the Combat Lifesavers Course (CLC) at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Jan. 19, 2017. The CLC instructs students on emergency medical procedures that can reduce preventable deaths on the battlefield.
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Christian Jadot, Camp Lemonnier
Combat lifesaver course teaches lifesaving battlefield skills
Students from U.S. partner nations take a written examination during the Combat Lifesavers Course (CLC) at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Jan. 19, 2017. A properly trained combat lifesaver is capable of stabilizing many types of casualties and can slow the deterioration of a wounded service member’s condition until medical personnel arrive.
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Christian Jadot, Camp Lemonnier
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U.S. Navy Sailors of Combined Joint Task Force Horn of Africa Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) members, use C-4 explosives on defective hand-grenades to dispose of them safely and properly at Arta Plage, Djibouti, Jan. 30, 2017. EOD teams disarm active improvised 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
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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
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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
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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
