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Austin, Milley Speak at Africom Ceremony

  • War.gov
  • Aug. 9, 2022 | 01:21:34

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III and Army Gen. Mark A. Milley, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, speak at the change of command ceremony for U.S. Africa Command. During the ceremony, U.S. Marine Corps Gen. Michael E. Langley assumes command from Army Gen. Stephen J. Townsend.