Photo By Petty Officer 2nd Class Connor Burns | NEWPORT, R.I.— Gen. Gregory Guillot, commander, North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) and U.S. Northern Command (NORTHCOM), delivers a lecture to students, staff and faculty at the U.S. Naval War College (NWC) onboard Naval Station Newport, Jan. 7, 2026. The lecture discussed the purpose of NORTHCOM and NORAD, as well as U.S. defensive strategies in the North American continent. Established in 1884, NWC informs today’s decision-makers and educates tomorrow’s leaders by providing educational experiences and learning opportunities that develop their ability to anticipate and prepare strategically for the future, strengthen the foundations of peace, and create a decisive warfighting advantage. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Connor Burns) see less
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Commander of North American Aerospace Defense Command and U.S. Northern Command visits U.S. Naval War College
Gen. Gregory Guillot, commander, North American Aerospace Defense Command and U.S. Northern Command, visited the U.S. Naval War College (NWC) in Newport, Rhode Island, on Jan. 7, 2026.
Guillot met with Rear Adm. Darryl Walker, president of the war college, and addressed military and civilian students, faculty and staff. U.S. Northern Command (USNORTHCOM) conducts homeland defense, civil support and security cooperation to defend and secure the United States and its interests. North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) conducts aerospace warning, aerospace control and maritime warning in the defense of North America.
“It was a true pleasure to welcome Gen.Guillotto the U.S. Naval War College,” said Walker. “U.S. Northern Command holds the highest of priority missions in protecting the homeland. The general’s visit – and his keen insight – ensured our institution is armed with the knowledge and guidance to prepare the next wave of warfighters to execute that mission successfully.”
Guillot assumed command of NORAD and USNORTHCOM in February of 2024, following a tour as the deputy commander of U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM). Previously, Guillot served as Combined Force Air Component Commander for CENTCOM, as well as tours as commander of U.S. Air Forces Central Command and USNORTHCOM director of operations, among others.
Founded in 1884, NWC informs today’s decision-makers and educates tomorrow’s leaders by providing educational experiences and learning opportunities that develop their ability to anticipate and prepare strategically for the future, strengthen the foundations of peace, and create a decisive warfighting advantage.
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