CARLISLE, Pa. — U.S. Army Gen. Xavier T. Brunson, commander of United Nations Command, Combined Forces Command and U.S. Forces Korea, delivered the keynote address at the U.S. Army War College’s 2026 Strategic Landpower Symposium here May 5, challenging the next generation of strategic leaders to question familiar assumptions and embrace what he called “I-Cubed” leadership.
Speaking to War College students, faculty, and senior military and civilian leaders gathered under this year’s theme, “Peace Through Strength,” Brunson framed the U.S.-Republic of Korea alliance as a permanent, land-based projection platform anchoring American power in the Indo-Pacific.
“Tactical excellence is a prerequisite. Strategic clarity is the...
05.05.2026 | CARLISLE, PENNSYLVANIA, US |
Story by Col. Ryan Donald
U.S. and Republic of Korea service members were recognized during the USO Six Star Service Salute in Seoul, Republic of Korea, highlighting the professionalism, leadership and daily contributions of junior enlisted personnel who strengthen the ROK-U.S. Alliance.
