Task Force (TF) Ashland is a purpose-built Marine Task Force sourced from I Marine Expeditionary Force. TF Ashland will execute a deployment to the Indo-Pacific region aboard the USS Ashland (LSD-48). The deployment demonstrates a flexible and scalable model of naval integration, providing a persistent, tailored presence in the region. By deploying a purpose-built task force aboard a single...
Task Force Ellis, comprised of U.S. Marines and Sailors from I Marine Expeditionary Force, is deployed aboard the USS Comstock (LSD 45) to the Indo-Pacific to conduct theater security cooperation activities.
Task Force Iron, led by the 1st Armored Division, works alongside NATO allies and regional security partners to provide combat-credible forces throughout eight countries in support of V Corps, America’s forward deployed corps in Europe. TF Iron plays a pivotal role in enhancing cooperation and interoperability through multinational exercises with NATO Allies and partners, fostering readiness...
Task Force Koa Moana 21 will strengthen military and defense capabilities with designated nations through the conduct of specific Theater Security Cooperation (TSC) Operations, Activities, and Investments (OAI) and Compact of Free Association (COFA) Defense agreements in accordance with USINDOPACOM security-cooperation objectives throughout the Indo-Pacific.
Task Force Koa Moana 22 will strengthen military and defense capabilities with designated nations through the conduct of specific Theater Security Cooperation (TSC) Operations, Activities, and Investments (OAI) and Compact of Free Association (COFA) Defense agreements in accordance with USINDOPACOM security-cooperation objectives throughout the Indo-Pacific.
The U.S. Army Hawaii and the 25th Infantry Division are providing support to the local residents of AMR and Red Hill housing due to the affected water supplies and concerns with fresh water being distributed, moving residents to alternate lodging, and providing medical screening services.
Hawaii National Guard Joint Force Headquarters activated Army and Air National Guardsmen in support of the Hawaii County Civil Defense authorities in response to the Puna Lava flow. In addition to setting up and operating a command and control center, the Guardsman patrolled neighborhoods and monitored blocked roads as the lava advanced.
At the request of U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) and U.S. Forces-Afghanistan (USFOR-A), approximately 300 Marines will deploy to Helmand Province Afghanistan in Spring 2017 in support of the NATO-led Resolute Support mission. Task Force South West, made up of Marines from II Marine Expeditionary Force and led by Brig. Gen. Roger Turner, Jr., will train and advise key leaders within the Afghan...
