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Senior Leaders Gather for F-35 Air Chief Meeting, Page 2
Volunteers help propel post office mission forward, Page 6
SPACEFOREUR-AF unveils new component patch, Page 12
Christmas cookies delivered to RAB dorm Airmen, Pages 16-17
December 15, 2023 | Volume 47, Number 50
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EUCOM, AFRICOM, Space Force activate new service component command by 2nd Lt. Gabriele Gocso U.S. European Command U.S. European Command, U.S. Africa Command and U.S. Space Force officially activated the U.S. Space Forces Europe and Africa component command at a ceremony in Ramstein, Dec. 8. SPACEFOREUR-AF is the newest service component under EUCOM and AFRICOM with their permanent headquarters at Ramstein Air Base. EUCOM and AFRICOM are the latest combatant commands to establish a space component, following in the footsteps of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command and U.S. Central Command. “For Germany, the U.S. are the most important partner in developing and expanding space capabilities. The activation of the U.S. Space Forces Europe and Africa component at Ramstein Air Base emphasizes both the fast-growing military significance of the space domain and the importance of Germany as a reliable ally and base for the U.S. Armed Forces.” said Boris Pistorius, the German See SPACE FORCES, Page 3
The official party for the U.S. Space Forces Europe & Africa activation ceremony stand at attention during the USSPACEFOREUR-AF activation and assumption of command, at Ramstein Air Base, Dec. 8. USSPACEFOREUR-AF will provide U.S. European Command and U.S. Africa Command a cadre of space experts who collaborate with NATO allies and partners to integrate space efforts into shared operations, activities and investments. Photo by Senior Airman Edgar Grimaldo
Winter camping in Germany: Four great locations You might be asking yourself: Who is crazy enough to go camping in Germany during the winter? After all, nighttime temperatures generally dip to freezing by November. But this can be one of the best adventures of your life. All it takes is proper planning, the right gear, and the right location. Then you can pitch your tent, make a fire and be a happy camper even when the sun rises late and sets early. See NATIONAL PARK, Page 28
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by Ronnie Juhans contributing writer