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CAMP LEMONNIER, Djibouti – U.S. Soldiers assigned to the Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa Surgeon Cell and members of the Japanese Self-Defense Force came together to exchange Tactical Combat Casualty Care techniques at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, May 29.
TCCC training is a Department of Defense training requirement for U.S. service members, which teaches life-saving first-aid skills to keep a casualty alive until they can be transported to a higher level of care.
During the training, U.S. Army and JSDF service members reviewed key TCCC lessons, such as care under fire, tactical field care and tactical evaluation care. They also utilized CJTF-HOA volunteers wearing moulage special effects makeup to create an immersive experience for participants in the training. The U.S. and JSDF forces worked together to triage multiple simulated casualties.
“We went over the three phases of care under fire in a controlled classroom environment,” said U.S. Army Sgt. Brandon Hawk, CJTF-HOA Surgeon Cell medical operations noncommissioned officer in charge. “Then they had their chaotic scenario, where everyone worked together to apply the techniques reviewed in class. Although this was a review of skills, I believe everyone was able to take away something new from this training.”
Sharing TCCC skills with partners, such as the JSDF, is essential to strengthening combined crisis response capabilities and saving lives on and off the battlefield. By training together, U.S. forces and allied partners develop a shared understanding of medical procedures, streamline communication during emergencies and ensure consistency in life-saving care under fire.
“It is important we do this training together, because we standardize the training level to improve our capability as allies to deepen mutual understanding to build and strengthen relationships and interoperability.” said a JSDF foreign liaison officer.
At the end of the training, a bunker scenario was employed, in which course participants had to respond to simulated indirect fire. This immersive exercise provided real-time, hands-on experience, enabling participants to apply their skills under realistic stress conditions.
“The exercise went very well,” said Hawk. “After the controlled classroom portion, we created a chaotic scenario where everyone could apply TCCC techniques in real-time. The goal was to help everyone become more confident in their abilities, as a team.”
This type of bilateral training is critical to enhancing operational readiness across allied forces. By working side-by-side, U.S. and JSDF service members not only sharpen essential combat care skills, but also fosters seamless interoperability in joint mission environments.
“By doing training like this, we continue maintaining a good relationship with the U.S. military,” said the JSDF FLO. “Meeting each other, having face-to-face discussions and training together are essential to establishing and strengthening a good relationship. By knowing each other and trusting in each other, we then know we can stand shoulder to shoulder if and when the time comes.”
Through continued collaboration with allies and partners across the continent, CJTF-HOA remains committed to building mutually beneficial relationships and maximizing joint training opportunities, which enhances multinational readiness and reinforces the collective ability to respond effectively to crises, whenever and wherever they arise.
| Date Taken: | 05.29.2025 |
| Date Posted: | 06.06.2025 06:46 |
| Story ID: | 499815 |
| Location: | CAMP LEMONNIER, DJ |
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