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VICENZA, Italy – The U.S. Army Southern European Task Force, Africa (SETAF-AF) hosted a change of responsibility ceremony on Hoekstra Field at Caserma Ederle, Vicenza, Italy on Feb. 6, 2024.
U.S. Army Command Sgt. Maj. Chad B. Harness assumed responsibility as the senior enlisted leader of SETAF-AF, succeeding U.S. Army Command Sgt. Maj. Reece W. Teakell. U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Andrew C. Gainey, SETAF-AF commanding general, presided over the ceremony.
During the ceremony Teakell recalled the impact of SETAF-AF, stating, “From enabling our partners in 53 countries across the African continent to answering the call for crisis response, SETAF-AF has demonstrated time again that it is ready to answer our nations call.”
As the new senior enlisted advisor, Harness looks forward to continuing the effort to build strong relationships with partners and urged that SETAF-AF remain ready at all times.
“Together, our ability to build ready forces capable of reacting to any crisis, while solidifying relationships with our partner nations is paramount,” said Harness.
Harness, who was previously stationed in Vicenza, Italy, is committed to continuing a strong partnership with Italy.
“Our continued partnership is extremely important to the success of the United States Army, and I am proud to work alongside you again, it’s good to be home,” said Harness.
SETAF-AF prepares Army forces, executes crisis response, enables strategic competition, and strengthens partners to achieve USAREUR-AF and USAFRICOM campaign objectives
| Date Taken: | 02.06.2025 |
| Date Posted: | 02.06.2025 11:37 |
| Story ID: | 490247 |
| Location: | VICENZA, IT |
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