Chief of the Hellenic Army Visits U.S. Army Europe

Photo By Sgt. 1st Class Dani Debehets | Chief of the Hellenic Army Lt. Gen. Charalambos Lalousis and Commanding General of U.S. Army Europe Lt. Gen. Chris Cavoli exchange gifts July 28, after they spent the day discussing opportunities to continue increasing their bilateral relationship.  

GERMANY

07.31.2020

Story by Sgt. Dani Debehets 

U.S. Army Europe and Africa     

U.S. Army Europe Public Affairs

WIESBADEN, Germany – Chief of the Hellenic Army Lt. Gen. Charalambos
Lalousis traveled to Wiesbaden July 28, to meet with officials at U.S. Army Europe Headquarters.

Lt. Gen. Christopher Cavoli, U.S. Army Europe commanding general, hosted the Greek delegation and lead discussions of increased cooperation. Among the many topics of discussion was the recent Atlantic Resolve operations at the Port of Alexandroupoli. The port was successfully used to bring in the equipment and helicopters of 101st Combat Aviation Brigade, the newest Atlantic Resolve aviation rotation. Greece's anticipated participation in DEFENDER-Europe 21 was also discussed.

"The Hellenic delegation providing an outstanding briefing," said John
Merkel, U.S. Army Europe country desk officer. "Noticeably, they identify
their personnel as their greatest asset, which echoes the U.S. Army's
priorities."

At the conclusion of the visit, the two generals exchanged gifts.

• Date Taken: 07.31.2020
• Date Posted: 07.31.2020 10:03
• Story ID: 374996
• Location: DE