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Army South DCG-I conducts engagement with Jamaica Defence Force
October 26, 2021 — Brig. Gen. Hernando Garzon, Army South deputy commanding general – interoperability, conducted a virtual key leader engagement Oct. 22 with Brig. Markland A. Lloyd, Jamaica Defence Force, Support Brigade commander. The leaders discussed logistical preparation and planning in a constrained environment, load planning for air, land, and sea transfers, and port opening as a result of a Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief response. Army South is committed to supporting the efforts of partner nations to increase institutional capacity and regional collaboration for humanitarian assistance and disaster relief – one of the greatest challenges facing the region... MORE

Brig. Gen. Hernando Garzon, Army South deputy commanding general – interoperability, conducted a virtual key leader engagement Oct. 22 with Brig. Markland A. Lloyd, Jamaica Defence Force, Support Brigade commander. The leaders discussed logistical preparation and planning in a constrained environment, load planning for air, land, and sea transfers, and port opening as a result of a Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief response.

State Partnership Program: Argentine Ambassador to the U.S. visits Georgia National Guard
October 20, 2021 — U.S. Army Lt. Col. Samuel Roberts, right, commander of the Marietta-based 4th Civil Support Team, 201st Regional Support Group, Georgia Army National Guard, briefs Jorge Martín Arturo Argüello, left, the Argentine ambassador to the U.S., Oct. 19, 2021, at the unit’s headquarters at Clay National Guard Center in Marietta, Ga. Roberts explained unit’s roles and capabilities of the Georgia National Guard as part of the State Partnership Program. The State Partnership Program links a state’s National Guard with a partner nation’s armed forces to participate in engagements that enhance readiness, promote interoperability and strengthen partnerships. The Georgia National Guard and Argentina have shared a partnership since 2016 under the National Guard State Partnership Program, which complements U.S. Army South’s security cooperation efforts by maintaining enduring relationships with partner nation defense and security forces. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Capt. Bryant Wine)... MORE

U.S. Army Lt. Col. Samuel Roberts, right, commander of the Marietta-based 4th Civil Support Team, 201st Regional Support Group, Georgia Army National Guard, briefs Jorge Martín Arturo Argüello, left, the Argentine ambassador to the U.S., Oct. 19, 2021, at the unit’s headquarters at Clay National Guard Center in Marietta, Georgia. Roberts explained unit’s roles and capabilities as part of the Georgia National Guard. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Capt. Bryant Wine)

Chilean Army CG observes display of Strykers
October 19, 2021 — U.S. Army South security cooperation personnel accompany Gen. Ricardo Martínez Menanteau, commander-in-chief of the Chilean Army as he visits with the Pennsylvania National Guard Oct. 15 at Fort Indiantown Gap, Pa. to observe a static display of the Stryker fighting vehicle. Interoperability allows our Soldiers and systems, and those of other countries, to operate in conjunction with each other, which is critical to bolstering an extended network of partnerships capable of decisively meeting shared challenges... MORE

U.S. Army South security cooperation personnel accompany Gen. Ricardo Martínez Menanteau, commander-in-chief of the Chilean Army as he visits with the Pennsylvania National Guard Oct. 15 at Fort Indiantown Gap, Pa. to observe a static display of the Stryker Fighting Vehicle Interoperability allows our Soldiers and systems, and those of other countries, to operate in conjunction with each other, which is critical to bolstering an extended network of partnerships capable of decisively meeting shared challenges.

470th MI BDE member named U.S. Army Soldier of the Year
October 14, 2021 — Former Army specialist, now Sgt. Justin J. Earnhart assigned to the 470th Military Intelligence Brigade was named the U.S. Army Soldier of the Year Oct. 11 during the Association of the United States Army’s annual meeting in Washington for placing as the top Soldier while competing in the U.S. Army’s Best Warrior Competition 2021. MORE

U.S. Army Spc. Justin Earnhart, 470th Military Intelligence Brigade, pulls security while wearing a joint service general purpose mask during an exercise in the Army Futures Command Best Warrior Competition on Fort Sam Houston, Texas, June 9 2021. The Best Warrior Competition evaluates a Soldier’s physical ability, tactical performance and knowledge of Army regulations. (U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Joshua Taeckens) (This photo was edited from its original version)

Border conference promotes security for neighboring countries in South America
October 8, 2021 — The Brazilian Army hosted senior military leaders from U.S. Army South, the armies of Colombia, Ecuador and Peru, and the Panamanian SENAFRONT at the 2nd Multilateral Border Conference in Manaus, Amazonas state, held Sept. 27-29. The focus of the conference was to improve cooperation between participants, and to develop solutions for regional border problems... MORE

Gen. Achilles Furlan Neto, commander of the Brazilian Army Amazon Military Command

U.S. Army South co-hosts second multilateral Border Security Conference in Manaus
October 4, 2021 — Maj. Gen. William L. Thigpen, center, U.S. Army South commanding general, presents remarks during the second multilateral Border Security Conference in Manaus, Brazil, Sept. 28, to improve border security cooperation between Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Panama, Peru and the U.S.A. U.S. Army South co-hosted the Border Security Conference with the Brazilian Army to allow the sharing of good practices and lessons learned in dealing with issues related to border protection, observing the individualities of each country's defense policies and identifying opportunities for exchanges that improve understanding of challenges, opportunities and threats of the border region. The Western Hemisphere is our shared home, and only together will we realize the full potential of a safe and secure neighborhood... MORE

U.S. Army South co-hosted the second multilateral Border Security Conference in Manaus, Brazil, Sept. 28-29 to improve border security cooperation between Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Panama, Peru and the U.S.A. The Border Security Conference allows the sharing of good practices and lessons learned in dealing with issues related to border protection, observing the individualities of each country's defense policies and identifying opportunities for exchanges that improve understanding of challenges, opportunities and threats of the border region. The Western Hemisphere is our shared home, and only together will we realize the full potential of a safe and secure neighborhood.

Army South spouses laugh their way to stronger marriage
October 1, 2021 — U.S. Army South hosted a Strong Bonds marriage retreat for couples at a hotel located along San Antonio’s Riverwalk, Sept. 24-26. MORE

U.S. Army Chaplain, Army South Command Chaplain Col. Lawrence Dabeck, speaks at an Army Strong Bonds retreat in San Antonio, Texas, Sept. 26, 2021. The Strong Bonds program is offered by Army Chaplains with the full support of Commanding Officers with an aim to strengthen the relationship of married couples through a variety of different training seminars.

Army South G2 personnel conduct intelligence working group with Salvadoran military instructors
September 30, 2021 — Stephen Cartwright, U.S. Army South Information Security (INFOSEC) manager, answers questions from El Salvadoran intelligence professionals regarding INFOSEC, at the Escuela Nacional de Inteligencia Militar in San Salvador, El Salvador, Sep. 21, 2021. U.S. Army South G2 personnel conducted a working group with El Salvadoran intelligence instructors Sept. 21-25 to enhance the readiness of El Salvadoran intelligence professionals, increase interoperability between the U.S. and Salvadoran armies and strengthen national partnerships. Defense partnerships with U.S. Army South are vital to security and prosperity in the hemisphere and to our collective ability to meet complex global challenges... MORE

Stephen Cartwright, U.S. Army South Information Security (INFOSEC) manager, answers questions from El Salvadoran intelligence professionals regarding INFOSEC, at the Escuela Nacional de Inteligencia Militar in San Salvador, El Salvador, Sep. 21, 2021. U.S. Army South G2 personnel conducted a working group with El Salvadoran intelligence instructors Sept. 21-25 to enhance the readiness of El Salvadoran intelligence professionals, increase interoperability between the U.S. and Salvadoran armies and strengthen national partnerships. Defense partnerships with U.S. Army South are vital to security and prosperity in the hemisphere and to our collective ability to meet complex global challenges.

Army South bids farewell to partner nation liaison officer
September 24, 2021 — Maj. Gen. William L. Thigpen, left, U.S. Army South commanding general, recognizes Colombian Army Col. Raul Medina Valenzuela, right, the Colombian liaison officer to U.S. Army South, at the U.S. Army South headquarters Sept. 24. During a farewell ceremony, Medina was recognized for many accomplishments, as well as for his leadership skills and mission focus, which greatly strengthened the relationship between the Colombian and U.S. armies. U.S. Army South is home to five partner nation liaison officers to include Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia and Peru, to assist in the coordination of security cooperation activities and increase awareness of our partner nation armies' capabilities and strengths... MORE

Maj. Gen. William L. Thigpen, left, U.S. Army South commanding general, recognizes Colombian Army Col. Raul Medina Valenzuela, right, the Colombian liaison officer to U.S. Army South, at the U.S. Army South headquarters Sept. 24. During a farewell ceremony, Medina was recognized for many accomplishments, as well as for his leadership skills and mission focus, which greatly strengthened the relationship between the Colombian and U.S. armies. U.S. Army South is home to five partner nation liaison officers to include Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia and Peru, to assist in the coordination of security cooperation activities and increase awareness of our partner nation armies' capabilities and strengths.

Army South hosts Brazilian Army leaders at JRTC
September 20, 2021 — Lt. Gen. Gustavo Dutra, Brazil Army chief of Land Force Preparation, and senior Brazilian Army staff officers, receive a brief from Col. Mark Federovich, commander, 3rd Infantry Brigade Combat Team, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) on North Fort Polk ahead of the Rakkasans' air assault into the box. The Brazilian Army delegation visited the Joint Readiness Training Center at Fort Polk, La., Sept. 16-19 to get an overview on training in preparation for bilateral training between the U.S. and Brazilian armies. These partnerships are vital to our security and prosperity in the hemisphere and to our collective ability to meet complex global threats and challenges. ... MORE

Lt. Gen. Gustavo Dutra, Brazil Army Chief of Land Force Preparation, receives a brief from Col. Mark Federovich, commander, 3rd Infantry Brigade Combat Team, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) on North Fort Polk ahead of the Rakkasans' air assault into the box. The Brazilian Army delegation visited the Joint Readiness Training Center at Fort Polk, La., Sept. 16-19 to get an overview on training in preparation for bilateral training between the U.S. and Brazilian armies. These partnerships are vital to our security and prosperity in the hemisphere and to our collective ability to meet complex global threats and challenges.