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” LANDCOM is very fortunate to be based at this strategic location on the Aegean coast . Our soldiers , sailors , airmen , marines , civilians , and families from 25 nations are warmly embraced , and we are extremely appreciative for the incredible and unwavering support ,” said Lieutenant General Thomson . “ Izmir is truly home away from home , and I will never forget your genuine kindness and hospitality .”
“ Peace , in 2020 , is really difficult . We ’ ve got a lot of security challenges in the security environment . We ’ ve got COVID-19 ,” said General Wolters . “ But as long as we have soldiers like the ones in LANDCOM that continue to put one foot in front of the other and focus , with vigilance , on the mission , we ’ ll have the peace that we ’ ve enjoyed for seven decades , and it will continue in perpetuity .”
“ In my previous assignment I focused on building relationships , readiness , and interoperability with our Soldiers , Western Allies , and partners through complex and dynamic training . I look forward to carrying the lessons I learned during my two years there to continue the great work this command has been doing under J . T .’ s leadership .“
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