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One, in particular, I will be remembering is Dan Whitten. Dan was my aide de camp and, in a subsequent Afghanistan rotation as a Rifle Company Commander, was killed in action while trying to recover some of his Paratroopers wounded in an IED attack. He was a young man in his prime, boiling over with charisma and energy. He left behind a beautiful young wife - Starr. I think about him and many others and their families every day. I hope you will as well." data-elementor-lightbox-description="As you all settle in for the Memorial Day weekend, I hope you will make some quiet time to think about those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country and for whom this holiday exists. One, in particular, I will be remembering is Dan Whitten. Dan was my aide de camp and, in a subsequent Afghanistan rotation as a Rifle Company Commander, was killed in action while trying to recover some of his Paratroopers wounded in an IED attack. He was a young man in his prime, boiling over with charisma and energy. He left behind a beautiful young wife - Starr. I think about him and many others and their families every day. I hope you will as well." data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6NDIxOCwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyNFwvMDZcLzE3MTY1ODA3MTk5MjIuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/1716580719922-212x300.jpg" data-width="212" data-height="300" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/1717190426018.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="I really enjoyed this visit to Army Futures Command with Nick Sinai from Insight Partners. I was super impressed with the Army Software Factory and Army Applications Laboratory — fantastic people and tons of positive energy for our troops. As always, it was great to see my friend General Jim Rainey and his wife Tracy." data-elementor-lightbox-description="I really enjoyed this visit to Army Futures Command with Nick Sinai from Insight Partners. I was super impressed with the Army Software Factory and Army Applications Laboratory — fantastic people and tons of positive energy for our troops. As always, it was great to see my friend General Jim Rainey and his wife Tracy." data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6NDIxNiwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyNFwvMDZcLzE3MTcxOTA0MjYwMTguanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/1717190426018-300x225.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="225" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/1714768807534.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="Excellent visit to Qatar and Bahrain this past week with supporters from the Middle East Institute. We had a wonderful opportunity to not only meet with US Embassy and Host Nation leaders but also with U. S. Central Command (USCENTCOM) Air and Naval components at Al Udeid Air Base and NSA Manama. Very excited to see the truly innovative efforts underway in both locations with TF 99 and TF 59. Very proud of our men and women serving proudly in the diplomatic corps and the military. They represent us so well." data-elementor-lightbox-description="Excellent visit to Qatar and Bahrain this past week with supporters from the Middle East Institute. We had a wonderful opportunity to not only meet with US Embassy and Host Nation leaders but also with U. S. Central Command (USCENTCOM) Air and Naval components at Al Udeid Air Base and NSA Manama. Very excited to see the truly innovative efforts underway in both locations with TF 99 and TF 59. Very proud of our men and women serving proudly in the diplomatic corps and the military. They represent us so well." data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6NDE1OCwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyNFwvMDVcLzE3MTQ3Njg4MDc1MzQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/1714768807534-300x225.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="225" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/1714768803783.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="Excellent visit to Qatar and Bahrain this past week with supporters from the Middle East Institute. We had a wonderful opportunity to not only meet with US Embassy and Host Nation leaders but also with U. S. Central Command (USCENTCOM) Air and Naval components at Al Udeid Air Base and NSA Manama. Very excited to see the truly innovative efforts underway in both locations with TF 99 and TF 59. Very proud of our men and women serving proudly in the diplomatic corps and the military. They represent us so well." data-elementor-lightbox-description="Excellent visit to Qatar and Bahrain this past week with supporters from the Middle East Institute. We had a wonderful opportunity to not only meet with US Embassy and Host Nation leaders but also with U. S. Central Command (USCENTCOM) Air and Naval components at Al Udeid Air Base and NSA Manama. Very excited to see the truly innovative efforts underway in both locations with TF 99 and TF 59. Very proud of our men and women serving proudly in the diplomatic corps and the military. They represent us so well." data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6NDE1NiwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyNFwvMDVcLzE3MTQ3Njg4MDM3ODMuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/1714768803783-300x226.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="226" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/1714768803684.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="Excellent visit to Qatar and Bahrain this past week with supporters from the Middle East Institute. We had a wonderful opportunity to not only meet with US Embassy and Host Nation leaders but also with U. S. Central Command (USCENTCOM) Air and Naval components at Al Udeid Air Base and NSA Manama. Very excited to see the truly innovative efforts underway in both locations with TF 99 and TF 59. Very proud of our men and women serving proudly in the diplomatic corps and the military. They represent us so well." data-elementor-lightbox-description="Excellent visit to Qatar and Bahrain this past week with supporters from the Middle East Institute. We had a wonderful opportunity to not only meet with US Embassy and Host Nation leaders but also with U. S. Central Command (USCENTCOM) Air and Naval components at Al Udeid Air Base and NSA Manama. Very excited to see the truly innovative efforts underway in both locations with TF 99 and TF 59. Very proud of our men and women serving proudly in the diplomatic corps and the military. They represent us so well." data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6NDE1NywidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyNFwvMDVcLzE3MTQ3Njg4MDM2ODQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/1714768803684-300x225.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="225" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/1714768803940.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="Excellent visit to Qatar and Bahrain this past week with supporters from the Middle East Institute. We had a wonderful opportunity to not only meet with US Embassy and Host Nation leaders but also with U. S. Central Command (USCENTCOM) Air and Naval components at Al Udeid Air Base and NSA Manama. Very excited to see the truly innovative efforts underway in both locations with TF 99 and TF 59. Very proud of our men and women serving proudly in the diplomatic corps and the military. They represent us so well." data-elementor-lightbox-description="Excellent visit to Qatar and Bahrain this past week with supporters from the Middle East Institute. We had a wonderful opportunity to not only meet with US Embassy and Host Nation leaders but also with U. S. Central Command (USCENTCOM) Air and Naval components at Al Udeid Air Base and NSA Manama. Very excited to see the truly innovative efforts underway in both locations with TF 99 and TF 59. Very proud of our men and women serving proudly in the diplomatic corps and the military. They represent us so well." data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6NDE1NSwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyNFwvMDVcLzE3MTQ3Njg4MDM5NDAuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/1714768803940-300x226.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="226" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/1714482639095.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="I was proud to join my colleagues from the Combating Terrorism Center at the United States Military Academy at West Point for the Trans-Atlantic Circle of Trust discussions in Colswold, UK, discussing emerging trends and topics on terrorism and extremism. Big shout out to Patrick Bury from the University of Bath for pulling us all together for a few days. Check out the latest edition of the CTC Sentinel for some great insight on CT-related topics." data-elementor-lightbox-description="I was proud to join my colleagues from the Combating Terrorism Center at the United States Military Academy at West Point for the Trans-Atlantic Circle of Trust discussions in Colswold, UK, discussing emerging trends and topics on terrorism and extremism. Big shout out to Patrick Bury from the University of Bath for pulling us all together for a few days. Check out the latest edition of the CTC Sentinel for some great insight on CT-related topics." data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6NDE1OSwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyNFwvMDVcLzE3MTQ0ODI2MzkwOTUuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/1714482639095-225x300.jpg" data-width="225" data-height="300" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/download.png" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="Reflecting on my high school experience, Cretin High School as foundational to everything in my life. At Cretin, I learned the value of deep and lasting relationships, encouraging me to lead a values-based life. I consider being a graduate of Cretin one of the proudest achievements of my life. " data-elementor-lightbox-description="Reflecting on my high school experience, Cretin High School as foundational to everything in my life. At Cretin, I learned the value of deep and lasting relationships, encouraging me to lead a values-based life. I consider being a graduate of Cretin one of the proudest achievements of my life. " data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6NDA2MywidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyNFwvMDRcL2Rvd25sb2FkLnBuZyIsInNsaWRlc2hvdyI6ImY5ZmE1NTkifQ%3D%3D"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/download-300x139.png" data-width="300" data-height="139" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Operation-Healing-Forces-1.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="Really enjoyed joining my friend and classmate Tony Thomas and the rest of the gang at Operation Healing Forces (OHF) for their Spring event in Naples Florida last week. OHF does great work helping build that bonds that heal for our SOF service members, veterans and their families." data-elementor-lightbox-description="Really enjoyed joining my friend and classmate Tony Thomas and the rest of the gang at Operation Healing Forces (OHF) for their Spring event in Naples Florida last week. OHF does great work helping build that bonds that heal for our SOF service members, veterans and their families." data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6Mzk2MiwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyNFwvMDRcL09wZXJhdGlvbi1IZWFsaW5nLUZvcmNlcy0xLmpwZyIsInNsaWRlc2hvdyI6ImY5ZmE1NTkifQ%3D%3D"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Operation-Healing-Forces-1-300x204.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="204" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/OHF-3.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="Was wonderful to see Staff Sergeant Travis Dunn, his wife Kelly and their daughter Sadie." data-elementor-lightbox-description="Was wonderful to see Staff Sergeant Travis Dunn, his wife Kelly and their daughter Sadie." data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6Mzk2MSwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyNFwvMDRcL09IRi0zLmpwZyIsInNsaWRlc2hvdyI6ImY5ZmE1NTkifQ%3D%3D"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/OHF-3-200x300.jpg" data-width="200" data-height="300" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/OHF-2.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="Fantastic panel discussion with my friend and classmate Tony Thomas, expertly moderated by Kerry Irvin, CEO of Operation Healing Forces (OHF). " data-elementor-lightbox-description="Fantastic panel discussion with my friend and classmate Tony Thomas, expertly moderated by Kerry Irvin, CEO of Operation Healing Forces (OHF). " data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6Mzk2MCwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyNFwvMDRcL09IRi0yLmpwZyIsInNsaWRlc2hvdyI6ImY5ZmE1NTkifQ%3D%3D"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/OHF-2-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/1709991881086.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="Spectacular visit to Savannah this week for the 50th Anniversary Ball for the 1st Ranger Battalion. It was wonderful to see so many old friends and colleagues. My friend and classmate Tony Thomas brought the house down with a great speech to our Rangers, focusing on the importance of Abram's Charter, The Ranger Creed, and the challenges of the Future." data-elementor-lightbox-description="Spectacular visit to Savannah this week for the 50th Anniversary Ball for the 1st Ranger Battalion. It was wonderful to see so many old friends and colleagues. My friend and classmate Tony Thomas brought the house down with a great speech to our Rangers, focusing on the importance of Abram's Charter, The Ranger Creed, and the challenges of the Future." data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6Mzg1NywidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyNFwvMDNcLzE3MDk5OTE4ODEwODYuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/1709991881086-300x225.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="225" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/1709991881421.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="Spectacular visit to Savannah this week for the 50th Anniversary Ball for the 1st Ranger Battalion. It was wonderful to see so many old friends and colleagues. My friend and classmate Tony Thomas brought the house down with a great speech to our Rangers, focusing on the importance of Abram's Charter, The Ranger Creed, and the challenges of the Future." data-elementor-lightbox-description="Spectacular visit to Savannah this week for the 50th Anniversary Ball for the 1st Ranger Battalion. It was wonderful to see so many old friends and colleagues. My friend and classmate Tony Thomas brought the house down with a great speech to our Rangers, focusing on the importance of Abram's Charter, The Ranger Creed, and the challenges of the Future." data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6Mzg1NiwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyNFwvMDNcLzE3MDk5OTE4ODE0MjEuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/1709991881421-300x225.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="225" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/1709991881284.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="Spectacular visit to Savannah this week for the 50th Anniversary Ball for the 1st Ranger Battalion. It was wonderful to see so many old friends and colleagues. My friend and classmate Tony Thomas brought the house down with a great speech to our Rangers, focusing on the importance of Abram's Charter, The Ranger Creed, and the challenges of the Future." data-elementor-lightbox-description="Spectacular visit to Savannah this week for the 50th Anniversary Ball for the 1st Ranger Battalion. It was wonderful to see so many old friends and colleagues. My friend and classmate Tony Thomas brought the house down with a great speech to our Rangers, focusing on the importance of Abram's Charter, The Ranger Creed, and the challenges of the Future." data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6Mzg1NSwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyNFwvMDNcLzE3MDk5OTE4ODEyODQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/1709991881284-300x225.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="225" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/UMinn.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title=" University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management yesterday, meeting with Kingshuk Sinha and Sunil Singh to discuss their Supply Chain and Operations program. " data-elementor-lightbox-description=" University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management yesterday, meeting with Kingshuk Sinha and Sunil Singh to discuss their Supply Chain and Operations program. " data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6Mzg1MywidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyNFwvMDNcL1VNaW5uLmpwZyIsInNsaWRlc2hvdyI6ImY5ZmE1NTkifQ%3D%3D"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/UMinn-300x225.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="225" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/1709637890774.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="Visit to the University of Notre Dame Army ROTC Detachment. Excellent opportunity to meet many of the Cadets as well as a lot of parents and most of the great staff and faculty that make this program such a success. " data-elementor-lightbox-description="Visit to the University of Notre Dame Army ROTC Detachment. Excellent opportunity to meet many of the Cadets as well as a lot of parents and most of the great staff and faculty that make this program such a success. " data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MzgzMiwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyNFwvMDNcLzE3MDk2Mzc4OTA3NzQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/1709637890774-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/1709637892210.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="Great to also see my very good friend and Notre Dame graduate Bryan Fenton and his wife Dawn. Visits like this really make me confident in the future of our Country. " data-elementor-lightbox-description="Great to also see my very good friend and Notre Dame graduate Bryan Fenton and his wife Dawn. Visits like this really make me confident in the future of our Country. 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data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTc1NywidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtQXJhYi1Xb3JsZC1MZWFkZXItTWVldGluZy0uanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-Arab-World-Leader-Meeting--300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-7821116-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Marines with Marine Corps Recruiting Station Chicago, 9th Marine Corps District, attend the Armed Forces Day luncheon put on by the Armed Forces Council of Chicago at the Union League Club, Chicago, IL, May 24, 2023. During the luncheon the key note speaker was General Joseph L. Votel, (USA Ret.), he spoke on many topics, most notably, the sacrifices of the men and women of our armed services. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Dalton J. Payne)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Marines with Marine Corps Recruiting Station Chicago, 9th Marine Corps District, attend the Armed Forces Day luncheon put on by the Armed Forces Council of Chicago at the Union League Club, Chicago, IL, May 24, 2023. During the luncheon the key note speaker was General Joseph L. Votel, (USA Ret.), he spoke on many topics, most notably, the sacrifices of the men and women of our armed services. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Dalton J. Payne)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTc1NiwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtNzgyMTExNi1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-7821116-300x169.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="169" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-7363235-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="Defense Business Board member Joseph Votel attends a meeting hosted by Deputy Secretary of Defense Kathleen H. Hicks, the Pentagon, Washington, D.C., Aug. 9, 2022. (DoD photo by Lisa Ferdinando)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="Defense Business Board member Joseph Votel attends a meeting hosted by Deputy Secretary of Defense Kathleen H. Hicks, the Pentagon, Washington, D.C., Aug. 9, 2022. (DoD photo by Lisa Ferdinando)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTc1NCwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtNzM2MzIzNS1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-7363235-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-5218309-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="The outgoing commander of U.S. Central Command, U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, is seen at the Centcom change of command, where U.S. Marine Corps Gen. Kenneth F. McKenzie Jr. became the new Centcom commander, Tampa, Florida, March 28, 2019. (DoD photo by Lisa Ferdinando)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="The outgoing commander of U.S. Central Command, U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, is seen at the Centcom change of command, where U.S. Marine Corps Gen. Kenneth F. McKenzie Jr. became the new Centcom commander, Tampa, Florida, March 28, 2019. (DoD photo by Lisa Ferdinando)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTc1MywidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtNTIxODMwOS1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-5218309-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-5218268-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="The outgoing commander of U.S. Central Command, U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, is seen at his retirement ceremony, Tampa, Florida, March 28, 2019. Votel retired after 39 years of military service. U.S. Army Chief of Staff Gen. Mark A. Milley hosted the event; attendees included U.S. Acting Secretary of Defense Patrick M. Shanahan. (DoD photo by Lisa Ferdinando)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="The outgoing commander of U.S. Central Command, U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, is seen at his retirement ceremony, Tampa, Florida, March 28, 2019. Votel retired after 39 years of military service. U.S. Army Chief of Staff Gen. Mark A. Milley hosted the event; attendees included U.S. Acting Secretary of Defense Patrick M. Shanahan. (DoD photo by Lisa Ferdinando)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTc1MiwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtNTIxODI2OC1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-5218268-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-5059110-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Central Command commander, Gen. Joseph Votel, pulls the lanyard on an M777A2 howitzer during a fire mission at Fire Base Saham, Jan. 18, 2019. Gen. Votel visited from the 101st Airborne Division Troopers deployed in support of Combined Joint Task Force - Operation Inherent Resolve, working with partner forces to defeat ISIS in designated areas of Iraq and Syria. (U.S. Army Photo by SPC. Gyasi Thomasson)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Central Command commander, Gen. Joseph Votel, pulls the lanyard on an M777A2 howitzer during a fire mission at Fire Base Saham, Jan. 18, 2019. Gen. Votel visited from the 101st Airborne Division Troopers deployed in support of Combined Joint Task Force - Operation Inherent Resolve, working with partner forces to defeat ISIS in designated areas of Iraq and Syria. (U.S. Army Photo by SPC. Gyasi Thomasson)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTc1MSwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtNTA1OTExMC1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-5059110-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-5059088-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Central Command commander, Gen. Joseph Votel, reviews areas of operation at Fire Base Saham, Jan. 18, 2019. Gen. Votel visited 101st Airborne Division Troopers who are deployed in support of Combined Joint Task Force - Operation Inherent Resolve, working with partner forces to defeat ISIS in designated areas of Iraq and Syria. (Parts of this image have been blurred to protect operational security.) (U.S. Army Photo by SPC. Gyasi Thomasson)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Central Command commander, Gen. Joseph Votel, reviews areas of operation at Fire Base Saham, Jan. 18, 2019. Gen. Votel visited 101st Airborne Division Troopers who are deployed in support of Combined Joint Task Force - Operation Inherent Resolve, working with partner forces to defeat ISIS in designated areas of Iraq and Syria. (Parts of this image have been blurred to protect operational security.) (U.S. Army Photo by SPC. Gyasi Thomasson)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTc1MCwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtNTA1OTA4OC1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-5059088-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-5059084-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Central Command commander, Gen. Joseph Votel speaks with Soldiers of the 101st Airborne Division about operations at Fire Base Saham, Jan. 18, 2019. Gen. Votel visited 101st Airborne Division Troopers, who are deployed in support of Combined Joint Task Force - Operation Inherent Resolve, working with partner forces to defeat ISIS in designated areas of Iraq and Syria. (U.S. Army Photo by SPC. Gyasi Thomasson)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Central Command commander, Gen. Joseph Votel speaks with Soldiers of the 101st Airborne Division about operations at Fire Base Saham, Jan. 18, 2019. Gen. Votel visited 101st Airborne Division Troopers, who are deployed in support of Combined Joint Task Force - Operation Inherent Resolve, working with partner forces to defeat ISIS in designated areas of Iraq and Syria. (U.S. Army Photo by SPC. Gyasi Thomasson)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTc0OSwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtNTA1OTA4NC1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-5059084-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-5059048-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="Soldiers of the 1st Brigade, 101st Airborne Division fire their M777A2 howitzer during a fire mission at Fire Base Saham, Jan. 24, 2019. These Soldiers deployed in support of Combined Joint Task Force - Operation Inherent Resolve, support partner forces as they clear the last remaining pockets of ISIS from the Middle Euphrates River Valley and prevent them from fleeing into Iraq. In conjunction with partner forces, CJTF-OIR defeats ISIS in designated areas and sets conditions for follow-on operations to increase regional stability. (U.S. Army Photo by SPC. Gyasi Thomasson)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="Soldiers of the 1st Brigade, 101st Airborne Division fire their M777A2 howitzer during a fire mission at Fire Base Saham, Jan. 24, 2019. These Soldiers deployed in support of Combined Joint Task Force - Operation Inherent Resolve, support partner forces as they clear the last remaining pockets of ISIS from the Middle Euphrates River Valley and prevent them from fleeing into Iraq. In conjunction with partner forces, CJTF-OIR defeats ISIS in designated areas and sets conditions for follow-on operations to increase regional stability. (U.S. Army Photo by SPC. Gyasi Thomasson)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTc0OCwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtNTA1OTA0OC1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-5059048-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-4805153.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="Arlington, Va.--U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, U.S. Central Command commander, lays a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier during an Armed Forces Full Honor Wreath Laying Ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery, October 8, 2018. Along with laying a wreath Gen. Votel also toured the tomb guard headquarters and the memorial display room. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech Sgt. Dana Flamer)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="Arlington, Va.--U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, U.S. Central Command commander, lays a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier during an Armed Forces Full Honor Wreath Laying Ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery, October 8, 2018. Along with laying a wreath Gen. Votel also toured the tomb guard headquarters and the memorial display room. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech Sgt. Dana Flamer)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTc0NiwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtNDgwNTE1My5qcGciLCJzbGlkZXNob3ciOiJmOWZhNTU5In0%3D"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-4805153-300x214.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="214" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-4723042.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="Kuwait City, Kuwait-- U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander, U.S. Central Command, addresses senior defense leaders from nine countries throughout the region during a conference here Sept. 12. The two-day conference included chiefs of defense from the Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf countries – Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates – as well as Jordan and Egypt. The event was designed to underscore the U.S. commitment to the region, help gain a better understanding of regional concerns, and identify opportunities to strengthen relationships between defense chiefs and senior U.S. military leaders. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech Sgt. Dana Flamer/Released)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="Kuwait City, Kuwait-- U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander, U.S. Central Command, addresses senior defense leaders from nine countries throughout the region during a conference here Sept. 12. The two-day conference included chiefs of defense from the Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf countries – Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates – as well as Jordan and Egypt. The event was designed to underscore the U.S. commitment to the region, help gain a better understanding of regional concerns, and identify opportunities to strengthen relationships between defense chiefs and senior U.S. military leaders. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech Sgt. Dana Flamer/Released)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTc0NSwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtNDcyMzA0Mi5qcGciLCJzbGlkZXNob3ciOiJmOWZhNTU5In0%3D"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-4723042-300x214.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="214" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-4508493-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, Central Command commander, speaks with the media following a tour of Manbij, Syria, June 21, 2018. The tour allowed key leaders from the Coalition and U.S. government to see how safe and prosperous the city has become since ISIS was defeated by the Syrian Democratic Forces. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Timothy R. Koster)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, Central Command commander, speaks with the media following a tour of Manbij, Syria, June 21, 2018. The tour allowed key leaders from the Coalition and U.S. government to see how safe and prosperous the city has become since ISIS was defeated by the Syrian Democratic Forces. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Timothy R. Koster)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTc0NCwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtNDUwODQ5My1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-4508493-300x214.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="214" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-4508491.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Lt. Gen. Paul Funk, Combined Joint Task Force – Operation Inherent Resolve commander, John Rood, undersecretary of defense for policy, and U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, Central Command commander, arrive at an outpost near Manbij, Syria, June 21, 2018. The meeting was an opportunity for leadership to discuss the current state of military efforts and visit troops stationed there. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Timothy R. Koster)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Lt. Gen. Paul Funk, Combined Joint Task Force – Operation Inherent Resolve commander, John Rood, undersecretary of defense for policy, and U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, Central Command commander, arrive at an outpost near Manbij, Syria, June 21, 2018. The meeting was an opportunity for leadership to discuss the current state of military efforts and visit troops stationed there. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Timothy R. Koster)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTc0MCwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtNDUwODQ5MS5qcGciLCJzbGlkZXNob3ciOiJmOWZhNTU5In0%3D"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-4508491-214x300.jpg" data-width="214" data-height="300" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-4507731-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, Central Command commander, speaks with John Rood, Under Secretary of Defense for Policy, and Coalition members during a meeting at an outpost near Manbij, Syria, June 21, 2018. After the meeting, Votel and other senior military leaders toured Manbij before having a meeting with the Manbij Military Council and Manbij Civil Council. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Timothy R. Koster)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, Central Command commander, speaks with John Rood, Under Secretary of Defense for Policy, and Coalition members during a meeting at an outpost near Manbij, Syria, June 21, 2018. After the meeting, Votel and other senior military leaders toured Manbij before having a meeting with the Manbij Military Council and Manbij Civil Council. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Timothy R. Koster)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTczOSwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtNDUwNzczMS1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-4507731-300x214.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="214" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-4507727-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, Central Command commander, and John Rood, Under Secretary of Defense for Policy, listen to a Coalition Advisor speak about the current state of military efforts at an outpost near Manbij, Syria, June 21, 2018. The city of Manbij has become an area of interest to many political entities since the Syrian Democratic Forces liberated the city from ISIS. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Timothy R. Koster)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, Central Command commander, and John Rood, Under Secretary of Defense for Policy, listen to a Coalition Advisor speak about the current state of military efforts at an outpost near Manbij, Syria, June 21, 2018. The city of Manbij has become an area of interest to many political entities since the Syrian Democratic Forces liberated the city from ISIS. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Timothy R. Koster)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTczNywidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtNDUwNzcyNy1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-4507727-300x214.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="214" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-4401695.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Gen Joseph L. Votel, commander, U.S. Central Command, meets with Gen-Col Saken Zhasuzakov, Kazakhstan Minister of Defense May 14, 2018. Votel was in Kazakhstan to meet with senior leaders to discuss topics of common interest that support security and stability in Central Asia. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech Sgt. Dana Flamer/Released)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Gen Joseph L. Votel, commander, U.S. Central Command, meets with Gen-Col Saken Zhasuzakov, Kazakhstan Minister of Defense May 14, 2018. Votel was in Kazakhstan to meet with senior leaders to discuss topics of common interest that support security and stability in Central Asia. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech Sgt. Dana Flamer/Released)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTczNiwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtNDQwMTY5NS5qcGciLCJzbGlkZXNob3ciOiJmOWZhNTU5In0%3D"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-4401695-300x214.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="214" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-4401693.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander, U.S. Central Command, meets with members of the French Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs May 17, 2018. Votel was in France to meet with senior leaders to discuss topics of mutual interest. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech Sgt. Dana Flamer/Released)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander, U.S. Central Command, meets with members of the French Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs May 17, 2018. Votel was in France to meet with senior leaders to discuss topics of mutual interest. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech Sgt. Dana Flamer/Released)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTczNSwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtNDQwMTY5My5qcGciLCJzbGlkZXNob3ciOiJmOWZhNTU5In0%3D"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-4401693-300x214.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="214" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-4365735-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, commander of U.S. Central Command, talks to Gen. Chiya, commander of Syrian Democratic Forces in Syria’s Middle Euphrates River Valley, during a meeting in Dawr Az Zawr Province, April 22, 2018. This meeting allowed the Coalition’s top leaders in the fight against ISIS to gain a better understanding of current operations within Syria’s Middle Euphrates River Valley. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Timothy R. Koster)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, commander of U.S. Central Command, talks to Gen. Chiya, commander of Syrian Democratic Forces in Syria’s Middle Euphrates River Valley, during a meeting in Dawr Az Zawr Province, April 22, 2018. This meeting allowed the Coalition’s top leaders in the fight against ISIS to gain a better understanding of current operations within Syria’s Middle Euphrates River Valley. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Timothy R. Koster)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTczMywidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtNDM2NTczNS1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-4365735-300x214.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="214" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3875398.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="Secretary of Defense James Mattis and U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, the commander of U.S. Central Command (USCENTCOM), talk during his visit to MacDill Air Force Base, Fla., October 12, 2017. (Department of Defense photo by U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Dana Flamer)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="Secretary of Defense James Mattis and U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, the commander of U.S. Central Command (USCENTCOM), talk during his visit to MacDill Air Force Base, Fla., October 12, 2017. (Department of Defense photo by U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Dana Flamer)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTczMSwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMzg3NTM5OC5qcGciLCJzbGlkZXNob3ciOiJmOWZhNTU5In0%3D"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3875398-300x214.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="214" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3809500-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Air Force Capt. Grant Ellison, right, 69th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron weapon system officer, walks with U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, left, U.S. Central Command commander, to a B-52 Stratofortress at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, Sept. 8, 2017. Votel flew on a combat mission aboard a B-52 Stratofortress, and spent time talking with deployed Airmen at the 69th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron here. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Amy M. Lovgren)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Air Force Capt. Grant Ellison, right, 69th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron weapon system officer, walks with U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, left, U.S. Central Command commander, to a B-52 Stratofortress at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, Sept. 8, 2017. Votel flew on a combat mission aboard a B-52 Stratofortress, and spent time talking with deployed Airmen at the 69th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron here. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Amy M. Lovgren)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTczMCwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMzgwOTUwMC1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3809500-300x232.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="232" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3702362.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Gen Joseph L. Votel, commander United States Central Command, meets with Lt Gen Ahmed bin Harith Al Nabhani, Chief of Staff Sultan’s Armed Forces, during his visit to Oman August 22, 2017. While there, Votel met with Oman leaders to discuss topics of mutual interest and the development of the port of Duqm. (Department of Defense photo by U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Dana Flamer)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Gen Joseph L. Votel, commander United States Central Command, meets with Lt Gen Ahmed bin Harith Al Nabhani, Chief of Staff Sultan’s Armed Forces, during his visit to Oman August 22, 2017. While there, Votel met with Oman leaders to discuss topics of mutual interest and the development of the port of Duqm. (Department of Defense photo by U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Dana Flamer)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTcyOSwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMzcwMjM2Mi5qcGciLCJzbGlkZXNob3ciOiJmOWZhNTU5In0%3D"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3702362-300x214.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="214" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3702360.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Gen Joseph L. Votel, commander United States Central Command, meets with Sayyid Badr Al Busaidi, Secretary-General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, during his visit to Oman August 22, 2017. While there, Votel met with Omani leaders to discuss topics of mutual interest and the development of the port of Duqm. (Department of Defense photo by U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Dana Flamer)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Gen Joseph L. Votel, commander United States Central Command, meets with Sayyid Badr Al Busaidi, Secretary-General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, during his visit to Oman August 22, 2017. While there, Votel met with Omani leaders to discuss topics of mutual interest and the development of the port of Duqm. (Department of Defense photo by U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Dana Flamer)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTcyOCwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMzcwMjM2MC5qcGciLCJzbGlkZXNob3ciOiJmOWZhNTU5In0%3D"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3702360-300x214.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="214" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3591034.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="Baghdad, Iraq--U.S. Army Gen Joseph L. Votel, commander United States Central Command, and General Al Banyan, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Chairman of Defense, meet with ‎Erfan al-Hiyali, Iraq Minister of Defense, during the Chairman of Defense tri-lateral discussion between Iraq, Saudi Arabia and the United States. Votel met with military leaders of Iraq and Saudi Arabia to discuss security and stability in the region. (Department of Defense photo by U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Dana Flamer)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="Baghdad, Iraq--U.S. Army Gen Joseph L. Votel, commander United States Central Command, and General Al Banyan, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Chairman of Defense, meet with ‎Erfan al-Hiyali, Iraq Minister of Defense, during the Chairman of Defense tri-lateral discussion between Iraq, Saudi Arabia and the United States. Votel met with military leaders of Iraq and Saudi Arabia to discuss security and stability in the region. (Department of Defense photo by U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Dana Flamer)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTcyNywidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMzU5MTAzNC5qcGciLCJzbGlkZXNob3ciOiJmOWZhNTU5In0%3D"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3591034-300x214.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="214" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3461071.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Gen Joseph L. Votel, commander United States Central Command, uses binoculars at the Lebanese Armed Forces 9th Brigade observation positon at Dahr Al Jabl overlook, near the Syrian border during his visit to Lebanon June 7, 2017. On the trip, Votel met with key leaders of the Lebanese government and military to reaffirm a shared commitment of stability and security in the region. (Department of Defense photo by U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Dana Flamer)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Gen Joseph L. Votel, commander United States Central Command, uses binoculars at the Lebanese Armed Forces 9th Brigade observation positon at Dahr Al Jabl overlook, near the Syrian border during his visit to Lebanon June 7, 2017. On the trip, Votel met with key leaders of the Lebanese government and military to reaffirm a shared commitment of stability and security in the region. (Department of Defense photo by U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Dana Flamer)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTcyNiwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMzQ2MTA3MS5qcGciLCJzbGlkZXNob3ciOiJmOWZhNTU5In0%3D"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3461071-300x214.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="214" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3461069.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Gen Joseph L. Votel, commander United States Central Command, receives a mission briefing at the Lebanese Armed Forces 9th brigade observation positon at Dahr Al Jabl overlook, near the Syrian border during his visit to Lebanon June 7, 2017. On the trip, Votel met with key leaders of the Lebanese government and military to reaffirm a shared commitment of stability and security in the region. (Department of Defense photo by U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Dana Flamer)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Gen Joseph L. Votel, commander United States Central Command, receives a mission briefing at the Lebanese Armed Forces 9th brigade observation positon at Dahr Al Jabl overlook, near the Syrian border during his visit to Lebanon June 7, 2017. On the trip, Votel met with key leaders of the Lebanese government and military to reaffirm a shared commitment of stability and security in the region. (Department of Defense photo by U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Dana Flamer)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTcyNSwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMzQ2MTA2OS5qcGciLCJzbGlkZXNob3ciOiJmOWZhNTU5In0%3D"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3461069-300x214.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="214" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3461062.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Gen Joseph L. Votel, commander United States Central Command, shakes hands with Yacoub Sarraf, Lebanese Minister of Defense, during his visit to Lebanon June 7, 2017. On the trip, Votel met with key leaders of the Lebanese government and military to reaffirm a shared commitment of stability and security in the region. Department of Defense photo by U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Dana Flamer)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Gen Joseph L. Votel, commander United States Central Command, shakes hands with Yacoub Sarraf, Lebanese Minister of Defense, during his visit to Lebanon June 7, 2017. On the trip, Votel met with key leaders of the Lebanese government and military to reaffirm a shared commitment of stability and security in the region. Department of Defense photo by U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Dana Flamer)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTcyNCwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMzQ2MTA2Mi5qcGciLCJzbGlkZXNob3ciOiJmOWZhNTU5In0%3D"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3461062-214x300.jpg" data-width="214" data-height="300" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3461059.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Gen Joseph L. Votel, commander United States Central Command, meets with Yacoub Sarraf, Lebanese Minister of Defense, during his visit to Lebanon June 7, 2017. On the trip, Votel met with key leaders of the Lebanese government and military to reaffirm a shared commitment of stability and security in the region. (Department of Defense photo by U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Dana Flamer)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Gen Joseph L. Votel, commander United States Central Command, meets with Yacoub Sarraf, Lebanese Minister of Defense, during his visit to Lebanon June 7, 2017. On the trip, Votel met with key leaders of the Lebanese government and military to reaffirm a shared commitment of stability and security in the region. (Department of Defense photo by U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Dana Flamer)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTcyMywidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMzQ2MTA1OS5qcGciLCJzbGlkZXNob3ciOiJmOWZhNTU5In0%3D"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3461059-300x214.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="214" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3457487.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Gen Joseph L. Votel, commander United States Central Command, meets with President Michel Aoun during his visit to Lebanon June 6, 2017. On the trip, Votel met with key leaders of the Lebanese government and military to reaffirm a shared commitment of stability and security in the region. (Department of Defense photo by U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Dana Flamer)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Gen Joseph L. Votel, commander United States Central Command, meets with President Michel Aoun during his visit to Lebanon June 6, 2017. On the trip, Votel met with key leaders of the Lebanese government and military to reaffirm a shared commitment of stability and security in the region. (Department of Defense photo by U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Dana Flamer)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTcyMiwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMzQ1NzQ4Ny5qcGciLCJzbGlkZXNob3ciOiJmOWZhNTU5In0%3D"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3457487-300x214.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="214" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3457474.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Gen Joseph L. Votel, commander United States Central Command, talks with Nabih Berri, Speaker of the Parliament of Lebanon, during his visit June 6, 2017. On the trip, Votel met with key leaders of the Lebanese government and military to reaffirm a shared commitment of stability and security in the region. (Department of Defense photo by U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Dana Flamer)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Gen Joseph L. Votel, commander United States Central Command, talks with Nabih Berri, Speaker of the Parliament of Lebanon, during his visit June 6, 2017. On the trip, Votel met with key leaders of the Lebanese government and military to reaffirm a shared commitment of stability and security in the region. (Department of Defense photo by U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Dana Flamer)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTcyMSwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMzQ1NzQ3NC5qcGciLCJzbGlkZXNob3ciOiJmOWZhNTU5In0%3D"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3457474-300x214.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="214" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3444791-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="Army Gen. Joseph Votel, the commanding general of U.S. Central Command, speaks with Marines assigned to Task Force Southwest at Camp Shorab, Afghanistan, June 2, 2017. Votel received a first-hand look at the capabilities of the Task Force in regard to their advisory mission in Helmand Province, while also meeting with key leaders from the Afghan National Security Defense Forces. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Lucas Hopkins)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="Army Gen. Joseph Votel, the commanding general of U.S. Central Command, speaks with Marines assigned to Task Force Southwest at Camp Shorab, Afghanistan, June 2, 2017. Votel received a first-hand look at the capabilities of the Task Force in regard to their advisory mission in Helmand Province, while also meeting with key leaders from the Afghan National Security Defense Forces. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Lucas Hopkins)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTcyMCwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMzQ0NDc5MS1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3444791-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3444783-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="Army Gen. Joseph Votel, right, the commanding general of U.S. Central Command, greets Marine Brig. Gen. Roger Turner, left, the commanding general of Task Force Southwest, at Camp Bastion, Afghanistan, June 2, 2017. Votel received a first-hand look at the capabilities of the Task Force in regard to their advisory mission in Helmand Province, while also meeting with key leaders from the Afghan National Security Defense Forces. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Lucas Hopkins)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="Army Gen. Joseph Votel, right, the commanding general of U.S. Central Command, greets Marine Brig. Gen. Roger Turner, left, the commanding general of Task Force Southwest, at Camp Bastion, Afghanistan, June 2, 2017. Votel received a first-hand look at the capabilities of the Task Force in regard to their advisory mission in Helmand Province, while also meeting with key leaders from the Afghan National Security Defense Forces. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Lucas Hopkins)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTcxOSwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMzQ0NDc4My1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3444783-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3398205-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="170514-N-UE100-129 U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF OPERATIONS (May 14, 2017) Commander, U.S. Central Command, General Joseph Votel poses for a group photo with Sailors and Marines during Mother's day celebration on the mess decks aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) as part of a ship tour during exercise Eager Lion 2017. Eager Lion is an annual U.S. Central Command exercise in Jordan designed to strengthen military-to-military relationships between the U.S., Jordan and other international partners. This year's iteration is comprised of about 7,200 military personnel from more than 20 nations that will respond to scenarios involving border security, command and control, cyber defense and battlespace management. The ship and its ready group are deployed in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of maritime security operations designed to reassure allies and partners, and preserve the freedom of navigation and the free flow of commerce in the region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Caleb Strong/Released)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="170514-N-UE100-129 U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF OPERATIONS (May 14, 2017) Commander, U.S. Central Command, General Joseph Votel poses for a group photo with Sailors and Marines during Mother's day celebration on the mess decks aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) as part of a ship tour during exercise Eager Lion 2017. Eager Lion is an annual U.S. Central Command exercise in Jordan designed to strengthen military-to-military relationships between the U.S., Jordan and other international partners. This year's iteration is comprised of about 7,200 military personnel from more than 20 nations that will respond to scenarios involving border security, command and control, cyber defense and battlespace management. The ship and its ready group are deployed in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of maritime security operations designed to reassure allies and partners, and preserve the freedom of navigation and the free flow of commerce in the region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Caleb Strong/Released)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTcxOCwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMzM5ODIwNS1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3398205-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3306917-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="Secretary of Defense Jim Mattis and U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, the commander of U.S. Central Command, brief the press at the Pentagon in Washington, D.C., April 11, 2017. Mattis spoke about recent U.S. military actions in Syria and answered the media's questions. (DOD photo by U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jette Carr)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="Secretary of Defense Jim Mattis and U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, the commander of U.S. Central Command, brief the press at the Pentagon in Washington, D.C., April 11, 2017. Mattis spoke about recent U.S. military actions in Syria and answered the media's questions. (DOD photo by U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jette Carr)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTcxNywidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMzMwNjkxNy1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3306917-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3222771-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="Gen. Joseph Votel, U.S. Central Command commander, speaks at a commander’s call at an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia, Feb. 23, 2017. The general thanked the Airmen and Soldiers for their service and contribution to the CENTCOM mission. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Eboni Reams)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="Gen. Joseph Votel, U.S. Central Command commander, speaks at a commander’s call at an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia, Feb. 23, 2017. The general thanked the Airmen and Soldiers for their service and contribution to the CENTCOM mission. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Eboni Reams)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTcxNiwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMzIyMjc3MS1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3222771-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3192286-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, commanding general of U.S. Central Command, conducts an interview with media during a visit at Hamam al-Alil, Iraq, Feb. 25, 2017. Combined Joint Task Force-Operation Inherent Resolve is the global Coalition to defeat ISIS in Iraq and Syria. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Jason Hull)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, commanding general of U.S. Central Command, conducts an interview with media during a visit at Hamam al-Alil, Iraq, Feb. 25, 2017. Combined Joint Task Force-Operation Inherent Resolve is the global Coalition to defeat ISIS in Iraq and Syria. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Jason Hull)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTcxNSwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMzE5MjI4Ni1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3192286-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3192283-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, commanding general of U.S. Central Command, meets with partner and Coalition leaders during a visit at Hamam al-Alil, Iraq, Feb. 25, 2017. The breadth and diversity of partners supporting the Coalition demonstrate the global and unified nature of the endeavor to defeat ISIS. Combined Joint Task Force-Operation Inherent Resolve is the global Coalition to defeat ISIS in Iraq and Syria. (U.S. Army illustration by Staff Sgt. Jason Hull)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, commanding general of U.S. Central Command, meets with partner and Coalition leaders during a visit at Hamam al-Alil, Iraq, Feb. 25, 2017. The breadth and diversity of partners supporting the Coalition demonstrate the global and unified nature of the endeavor to defeat ISIS. Combined Joint Task Force-Operation Inherent Resolve is the global Coalition to defeat ISIS in Iraq and Syria. (U.S. Army illustration by Staff Sgt. Jason Hull)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTcxNCwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMzE5MjI4My1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3192283-200x300.jpg" data-width="200" data-height="300" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3192280-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, commanding general of U.S. Central Command, (center) greets Lt. Col. John Hawbaker, commander of 1st Squadron, 73rd Cavalry Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division, during a visit at Hamam al-Alil, Iraq, Feb. 25, 2017. The 2nd BCT, 82nd Abn. Div., deployed in support of Combined Joint Task Force-Operation Inherent Resolve, enables their Iraqi security forces partners through the advise and assist mission, contributing planning, intelligence collection and analysis, force protection, and precision fires to achieve the military defeat of ISIS. CJTF-OIR is the global Coalition to defeat ISIS in Iraq and Syria. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Jason Hull)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, commanding general of U.S. Central Command, (center) greets Lt. Col. John Hawbaker, commander of 1st Squadron, 73rd Cavalry Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division, during a visit at Hamam al-Alil, Iraq, Feb. 25, 2017. The 2nd BCT, 82nd Abn. Div., deployed in support of Combined Joint Task Force-Operation Inherent Resolve, enables their Iraqi security forces partners through the advise and assist mission, contributing planning, intelligence collection and analysis, force protection, and precision fires to achieve the military defeat of ISIS. CJTF-OIR is the global Coalition to defeat ISIS in Iraq and Syria. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Jason Hull)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTcxMywidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMzE5MjI4MC1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3192280-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3147335.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="President Donald Trump discusses current military operations with Gen. Joseph Votel, commander of U.S. Central Command Commander, at MacDill, AFB, FL, Feb. 6, 2017. (DoD photo by D. Myles Cullen/Released)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="President Donald Trump discusses current military operations with Gen. Joseph Votel, commander of U.S. Central Command Commander, at MacDill, AFB, FL, Feb. 6, 2017. (DoD photo by D. Myles Cullen/Released)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTcxMSwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMzE0NzMzNS5qcGciLCJzbGlkZXNob3ciOiJmOWZhNTU5In0%3D"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3147335-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3147322.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="(right to left) Gen. Joseph F. Dunford, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Gen. Joseph Votel, commander of U.S. Central Command Commander, and Gen. Raymond A. "Tony" Thomas, U.S. Special Operations Command Commander, salute the President on Air Force One upon his arrival at MacDill, AFB, FL, Feb. 6, 2017. President Trump is visiting with senior military leaders to discuss Central Command and Special Operations Command current operations. (DoD photo by D. Myles Cullen/Released)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="(right to left) Gen. Joseph F. Dunford, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Gen. Joseph Votel, commander of U.S. Central Command Commander, and Gen. Raymond A. "Tony" Thomas, U.S. Special Operations Command Commander, salute the President on Air Force One upon his arrival at MacDill, AFB, FL, Feb. 6, 2017. President Trump is visiting with senior military leaders to discuss Central Command and Special Operations Command current operations. (DoD photo by D. Myles Cullen/Released)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTcxMCwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMzE0NzMyMi5qcGciLCJzbGlkZXNob3ciOiJmOWZhNTU5In0%3D"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3147322-300x100.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="100" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2990984-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="TAMPA, Fla. (November 15, 2016) – Army Gen. Joseph Votel, Commander, USCENTCOM engages emerging international media professionals during a briefing and question-and-answer session. The participants of the U.S. State Department sponsored Edward R. Murrow Program for Journalists come to the United States to examine the rights and responsibilities of a free press in a democracy while observing the operational practices, standards, and institutions of the media. (Photo by Tom Gagnier)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="TAMPA, Fla. (November 15, 2016) – Army Gen. Joseph Votel, Commander, USCENTCOM engages emerging international media professionals during a briefing and question-and-answer session. The participants of the U.S. State Department sponsored Edward R. Murrow Program for Journalists come to the United States to examine the rights and responsibilities of a free press in a democracy while observing the operational practices, standards, and institutions of the media. (Photo by Tom Gagnier)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTcwOSwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMjk5MDk4NC1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2990984-300x212.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="212" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2951855-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, Commander of the United States Central Command, discusses battle plans with Iraqi security forces at Qayyarah West, Iraq, Oct. 25, 2016. More than 60 coalition partners have committed themselves to the goals of eliminating the threat posed by the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant and have contributed in various capacities to the effort to combat ISIL in Iraq, the region and beyond. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Christopher Brecht)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, Commander of the United States Central Command, discusses battle plans with Iraqi security forces at Qayyarah West, Iraq, Oct. 25, 2016. More than 60 coalition partners have committed themselves to the goals of eliminating the threat posed by the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant and have contributed in various capacities to the effort to combat ISIL in Iraq, the region and beyond. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Christopher Brecht)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTcwOCwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMjk1MTg1NS1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2951855-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2951849-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, Commander of the United States Central Command, discusses battle plans with Iraqi security forces at Qayyarah West, Iraq, Oct. 25, 2016. More than 60 coalition partners have committed themselves to the goals of eliminating the threat posed by the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant and have contributed in various capacities to the effort to combat ISIL in Iraq, the region and beyond. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Christopher Brecht)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, Commander of the United States Central Command, discusses battle plans with Iraqi security forces at Qayyarah West, Iraq, Oct. 25, 2016. More than 60 coalition partners have committed themselves to the goals of eliminating the threat posed by the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant and have contributed in various capacities to the effort to combat ISIL in Iraq, the region and beyond. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Christopher Brecht)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTcwNywidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMjk1MTg0OS1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2951849-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2951833-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army leaders from the United States Central Command discuss battle plans with Iraqi security forces at Qayyarah West Airfield, Iraq, Oct. 25, 2016. More than 60 coalition partners have committed themselves to the goals of eliminating the threat posed by the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant and have contributed in various capacities to the effort to combat ISIL in Iraq, the region and beyond. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Christopher Brecht)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army leaders from the United States Central Command discuss battle plans with Iraqi security forces at Qayyarah West Airfield, Iraq, Oct. 25, 2016. More than 60 coalition partners have committed themselves to the goals of eliminating the threat posed by the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant and have contributed in various capacities to the effort to combat ISIL in Iraq, the region and beyond. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Christopher Brecht)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTcwNiwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMjk1MTgzMy1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2951833-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2951829-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, Commander of the United States Central Command, thanks U.S and coalition forces at Qayyarah West Airfield, Iraq, Oct. 25, 2016. The United States stands with a coalition of more than 60 international partners to assist and support the Iraqi security forces to degrade and defeat the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Christopher Brecht)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, Commander of the United States Central Command, thanks U.S and coalition forces at Qayyarah West Airfield, Iraq, Oct. 25, 2016. The United States stands with a coalition of more than 60 international partners to assist and support the Iraqi security forces to degrade and defeat the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Christopher Brecht)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTcwNSwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMjk1MTgyOS1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2951829-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2951824-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, Commander of the United States Central Command, thanks U.S. and coalition forces at Qayyarah West Airfield, Iraq, Oct. 25, 2016. The United States stands with a coalition of more than 60 international partners to assist and support the Iraqi security forces to degrade and defeat the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Christopher Brecht)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, Commander of the United States Central Command, thanks U.S. and coalition forces at Qayyarah West Airfield, Iraq, Oct. 25, 2016. The United States stands with a coalition of more than 60 international partners to assist and support the Iraqi security forces to degrade and defeat the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Christopher Brecht)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTcwNCwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMjk1MTgyNC1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2951824-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2826324-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="WASHINGTON (Aug. 3, 2016) Gen. Joseph L. Votel, Commander, United States Central Command, briefs reporters at the Pentagon, Aug. 22. (DoD photo by Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Tim D. Godbee) (Released)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="WASHINGTON (Aug. 3, 2016) Gen. Joseph L. Votel, Commander, United States Central Command, briefs reporters at the Pentagon, Aug. 22. (DoD photo by Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Tim D. Godbee) (Released)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTcwMywidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMjgyNjMyNC1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2826324-300x206.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="206" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2826322-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="WASHINGTON (Aug. 3, 2016) Gen. Joseph L. Votel, Commander, United States Central Command, briefs reporters at the Pentagon, Aug. 22. (DoD photo by Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Tim D. Godbee) (Released)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="WASHINGTON (Aug. 3, 2016) Gen. Joseph L. Votel, Commander, United States Central Command, briefs reporters at the Pentagon, Aug. 22. (DoD photo by Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Tim D. Godbee) (Released)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTcwMiwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMjgyNjMyMi1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2826322-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2604847-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel Commander of U.S. Central Command, meets with members of the media during Exercise Eager Lion 16 near Amman, Jordan on May 22, 2016. Eager Lion 16 is a US military bi-lateral exercise with the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan designed to strengthen relationships and interoperability between partner nations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Lauren Falk 5th MEB COMCAM/Released)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel Commander of U.S. Central Command, meets with members of the media during Exercise Eager Lion 16 near Amman, Jordan on May 22, 2016. Eager Lion 16 is a US military bi-lateral exercise with the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan designed to strengthen relationships and interoperability between partner nations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Lauren Falk 5th MEB COMCAM/Released)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTcwMCwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMjYwNDg0Ny1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2604847-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2558843-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="General Joseph L. Votel, commander, U.S. Central Command, briefs the media in the Pentagon Briefing April 29, 2016. 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First Class Clydell Kinchen)(Released)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTY5OSwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMjU1ODg0My1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2558843-300x191.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="191" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2494220-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="Outgoing commander U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel speaks during the U.S. Special Operations Command change of command ceremony at Macdill Air Force Base in Tampa, Fl., March 30, 2016. U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel relinquished command to U.S. Army Gen. Raymond A. Thomas, III. DoD photo by Army Staff Sgt. Sean K. Harp/Released" data-elementor-lightbox-description="Outgoing commander U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel speaks during the U.S. Special Operations Command change of command ceremony at Macdill Air Force Base in Tampa, Fl., March 30, 2016. U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel relinquished command to U.S. Army Gen. Raymond A. Thomas, III. DoD photo by Army Staff Sgt. Sean K. Harp/Released" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTY5OCwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMjQ5NDIyMC1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2494220-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2494216-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Marine Gen. Joseph F. Dunford Jr., chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff,(right) shakes hands with outgoing commander U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel (left) during the U.S. Special Operations Command change of command ceremony at Macdill Air Force Base in Tampa, Fl., March 30, 2016. U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel relinquished command to U.S. Army Gen. Raymond A. Thomas, III. DoD photo by Army Staff Sgt. Sean K. Harp/Released" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Marine Gen. Joseph F. Dunford Jr., chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff,(right) shakes hands with outgoing commander U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel (left) during the U.S. Special Operations Command change of command ceremony at Macdill Air Force Base in Tampa, Fl., March 30, 2016. U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel relinquished command to U.S. Army Gen. Raymond A. Thomas, III. DoD photo by Army Staff Sgt. Sean K. Harp/Released" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTY5NywidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMjQ5NDIxNi1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2494216-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2460671-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Marine Gen. Joseph F. Dunford Jr., chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander, U.S. Special Operations Command, depart SOCOM Headquarters, March 11, 2016. (DoD Photo by Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Dominique A. Pineiro)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Marine Gen. Joseph F. Dunford Jr., chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander, U.S. Special Operations Command, depart SOCOM Headquarters, March 11, 2016. (DoD Photo by Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Dominique A. Pineiro)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTY5NSwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMjQ2MDY3MS1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2460671-300x187.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="187" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2460665-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander, U.S. Special Operations Command, leads a brief alongside U.S. Marine Gen. Joseph F. Dunford Jr., chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, at SOCOM Headquarters March 11, 2016. (DoD Photo by Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Dominique A. Pineiro)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander, U.S. Special Operations Command, leads a brief alongside U.S. Marine Gen. Joseph F. Dunford Jr., chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, at SOCOM Headquarters March 11, 2016. (DoD Photo by Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Dominique A. Pineiro)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTY5NCwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMjQ2MDY2NS1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2460665-300x196.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="196" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2460662-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Marine Gen. Joseph F. Dunford Jr., chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander, U.S. Special Operations Command, walk down the "commander's corridor" at SOCOM headquarters, March 11, 2016. (DoD Photo by Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Dominique A. Pineiro)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Marine Gen. Joseph F. Dunford Jr., chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander, U.S. Special Operations Command, walk down the "commander's corridor" at SOCOM headquarters, March 11, 2016. (DoD Photo by Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Dominique A. Pineiro)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTY5MywidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMjQ2MDY2Mi1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2460662-300x194.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="194" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2460660-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Marine Gen. Joseph F. Dunford Jr., chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, meets with U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander, U.S. Special Operations Command, and U.S. Army Lt. Gen. Raymond Anthony Thomas III, commander, Joint Special Operations Command, at SOCOM headquarters, March 11, 2016. (DoD Photo by Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Dominique A. Pineiro)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Marine Gen. Joseph F. Dunford Jr., chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, meets with U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander, U.S. Special Operations Command, and U.S. Army Lt. Gen. Raymond Anthony Thomas III, commander, Joint Special Operations Command, at SOCOM headquarters, March 11, 2016. (DoD Photo by Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Dominique A. Pineiro)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTY5MiwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMjQ2MDY2MC1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2460660-300x212.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="212" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2114908-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="General Joseph L. Votel, commander of U.S. Special Operations Command, tests the communications system being added to 1st Marine Raider Battalion's M-RZR 4 all-terrain vehicles to enhance the teams' capabilities, aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Aug. 5, 2015. The communications test was part of Gen. Votel's visit to 1st MRB, including a tour to the unit's medical clinic, the Hall of Heroes, and the language studies building." data-elementor-lightbox-description="General Joseph L. Votel, commander of U.S. Special Operations Command, tests the communications system being added to 1st Marine Raider Battalion's M-RZR 4 all-terrain vehicles to enhance the teams' capabilities, aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Aug. 5, 2015. The communications test was part of Gen. Votel's visit to 1st MRB, including a tour to the unit's medical clinic, the Hall of Heroes, and the language studies building." data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTY5MSwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMjExNDkwOC1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2114908-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2091557-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander of U.S. Special Operations Command, Col. Benjamin Maitre, commander of 27th Special Operations Wing, and members of Votel’s staff walk out to a CV-22 Osprey aircraft July 22, 2015, Melrose Air Force Range, N.M. Votel toured Cannon AFB and Melrose AF Range to experience the 27th Special Operations Wing mission, meet air commandos and discuss common concerns around the special operations community. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Master Sgt. Dennis J. Henry Jr.)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander of U.S. Special Operations Command, Col. Benjamin Maitre, commander of 27th Special Operations Wing, and members of Votel’s staff walk out to a CV-22 Osprey aircraft July 22, 2015, Melrose Air Force Range, N.M. Votel toured Cannon AFB and Melrose AF Range to experience the 27th Special Operations Wing mission, meet air commandos and discuss common concerns around the special operations community. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Master Sgt. Dennis J. Henry Jr.)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTY5MCwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMjA5MTU1Ny1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2091557-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2091554-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="A CV-22 Osprey lands at Melrose Air Force Range, N.M. during a visit from U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander of U.S. Special Operations Command, July 22, 2015. Votel toured Cannon AFB and Melrose AF Range to experience the 27th Special Operations Wing mission, meet air commandos and discuss common concerns around the special operations community. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Master Sgt. Dennis J. Henry Jr.)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="A CV-22 Osprey lands at Melrose Air Force Range, N.M. during a visit from U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander of U.S. Special Operations Command, July 22, 2015. Votel toured Cannon AFB and Melrose AF Range to experience the 27th Special Operations Wing mission, meet air commandos and discuss common concerns around the special operations community. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Master Sgt. Dennis J. Henry Jr.)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTY4OSwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMjA5MTU1NC1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2091554-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2091544-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander of U.S. Special Operations Command, speaks to Special Tactics Airmen, 26th Tactics Squadron, during a training event July 22, 2015, Melrose Air Force Range, N.M. Votel toured Cannon AFB and Melrose AF Range to experience the 27th Special Operations Wing mission, meet Air Commandos and discuss common concerns around the special operations community. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Master Sgt. Dennis J. Henry Jr.)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander of U.S. Special Operations Command, speaks to Special Tactics Airmen, 26th Tactics Squadron, during a training event July 22, 2015, Melrose Air Force Range, N.M. Votel toured Cannon AFB and Melrose AF Range to experience the 27th Special Operations Wing mission, meet Air Commandos and discuss common concerns around the special operations community. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Master Sgt. Dennis J. Henry Jr.)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTY4OCwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMjA5MTU0NC1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2091544-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2091541-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander of U.S. Special Operations Command, speaks to Special Tactics Airmen, 26th Tactics Squadron, during a training event July 22, 2015, Melrose Air Force Range, N.M. Votel toured Cannon AFB and Melrose AF Range to experience the 27th Special Operations Wing mission, meet air commandos and discuss common concerns around the special operations community. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Master Sgt. Dennis J. Henry Jr.)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander of U.S. Special Operations Command, speaks to Special Tactics Airmen, 26th Tactics Squadron, during a training event July 22, 2015, Melrose Air Force Range, N.M. Votel toured Cannon AFB and Melrose AF Range to experience the 27th Special Operations Wing mission, meet air commandos and discuss common concerns around the special operations community. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Master Sgt. Dennis J. Henry Jr.)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTY4NywidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMjA5MTU0MS1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2091541-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2091534-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="Special Tactics Airmen of the 26th Special Tactics Squadron parachute jump during a training event to showcase one of their many special operations air/ground integration capabilities to U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander of U.S. Special Operations Command, July 22, 2015, Melrose Air Force Range, N.M. Votel toured Cannon Air Force Base and Melrose AF Range to experience the 27th Special Operations Wing mission, meet air commandos and discuss common concerns around the special operations community. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Master Sgt. Dennis J. Henry Jr.)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="Special Tactics Airmen of the 26th Special Tactics Squadron parachute jump during a training event to showcase one of their many special operations air/ground integration capabilities to U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander of U.S. Special Operations Command, July 22, 2015, Melrose Air Force Range, N.M. Votel toured Cannon Air Force Base and Melrose AF Range to experience the 27th Special Operations Wing mission, meet air commandos and discuss common concerns around the special operations community. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Master Sgt. Dennis J. Henry Jr.)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTY4NiwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMjA5MTUzNC1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2091534-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2091532-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="Special Tactics Airmen of the 26th Special Tactics Squadron parachute jump during a training event to showcase one of their many special operations air/ground integration capabilities to U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander of U.S. Special Operations Command, July 22, 2015, Melrose Air Force Range, N.M. Votel toured Cannon Air Force Base and Melrose AF Range to experience the 27th Special Operations Wing mission, meet air commandos and discuss common concerns around the special operations community. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Master Sgt. Dennis J. Henry Jr.)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="Special Tactics Airmen of the 26th Special Tactics Squadron parachute jump during a training event to showcase one of their many special operations air/ground integration capabilities to U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander of U.S. Special Operations Command, July 22, 2015, Melrose Air Force Range, N.M. Votel toured Cannon Air Force Base and Melrose AF Range to experience the 27th Special Operations Wing mission, meet air commandos and discuss common concerns around the special operations community. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Master Sgt. Dennis J. Henry Jr.)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTY4NSwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMjA5MTUzMi1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2091532-200x300.jpg" data-width="200" data-height="300" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2091517-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander of U.S. Special Operations Command, receives a Melrose Air Force Range briefing from Maj. Charles Thomas, 27th Special Operations Wing chief of Range Plans, on Melrose AF Range, N.M., July 22, 2015. Votel toured Cannon Air Force Base and Melrose AF Range to experience the 27th Special Operations Wing mission, meet air commandos and discuss common concerns around the special operations community. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Master Sgt. Dennis J. Henry Jr.)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander of U.S. Special Operations Command, receives a Melrose Air Force Range briefing from Maj. Charles Thomas, 27th Special Operations Wing chief of Range Plans, on Melrose AF Range, N.M., July 22, 2015. Votel toured Cannon Air Force Base and Melrose AF Range to experience the 27th Special Operations Wing mission, meet air commandos and discuss common concerns around the special operations community. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Master Sgt. Dennis J. Henry Jr.)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTY4NCwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMjA5MTUxNy1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2091517-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2091506-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander of U.S. Special Operations Command, receives an aerial tour of Melrose Air Force Range, N.M., on a CV-22 Osprey July 22, 2015, Cannon Air Force Base, N.M. Votel toured Cannon Air Force Base and Melrose AF Range to experience the 27th Special Operations Wing mission, meet air commandos and discuss common concerns around the special operations community. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Master Sgt. Dennis J. Henry Jr.)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander of U.S. Special Operations Command, receives an aerial tour of Melrose Air Force Range, N.M., on a CV-22 Osprey July 22, 2015, Cannon Air Force Base, N.M. Votel toured Cannon Air Force Base and Melrose AF Range to experience the 27th Special Operations Wing mission, meet air commandos and discuss common concerns around the special operations community. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Master Sgt. Dennis J. Henry Jr.)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTY4MywidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMjA5MTUwNi1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2091506-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2091503-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander of U.S. Special Operations Command, on board a CV-22 Osprey aircraft on Cannon Air Force Base, N.M., before a tour of Melrose Air Force Range, N.M., July 22, 2015, Cannon Air Force Base, N.M. Votel toured Cannon Air Force Base and Melrose AF Range to experience the 27th Special Operations Wing mission, meet air commandos and discuss common concerns around the special operations community. (U.S. Air Force Photo/Master Sgt. Dennis J. Henry Jr.)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander of U.S. Special Operations Command, on board a CV-22 Osprey aircraft on Cannon Air Force Base, N.M., before a tour of Melrose Air Force Range, N.M., July 22, 2015, Cannon Air Force Base, N.M. Votel toured Cannon Air Force Base and Melrose AF Range to experience the 27th Special Operations Wing mission, meet air commandos and discuss common concerns around the special operations community. (U.S. Air Force Photo/Master Sgt. Dennis J. Henry Jr.)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTY4MiwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMjA5MTUwMy1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2091503-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2073907-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="Gen. Joseph Votel (left), commander of U.S. Special Operations Command, receives a plaque from Guatemalan army Col. Argueta De Leon, Kaibil Brigade commander, during Votel's visit at Fuerzas Comando 2015 in Poptun, Guatemala, July 16, 2015. The special operations skills competition is sponsored by U.S. Southern Command and executed by U.S. Special Operations Command South. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Andrew Kuhn/Released)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="Gen. Joseph Votel (left), commander of U.S. Special Operations Command, receives a plaque from Guatemalan army Col. Argueta De Leon, Kaibil Brigade commander, during Votel's visit at Fuerzas Comando 2015 in Poptun, Guatemala, July 16, 2015. The special operations skills competition is sponsored by U.S. Southern Command and executed by U.S. Special Operations Command South. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Andrew Kuhn/Released)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTY4MSwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMjA3MzkwNy1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2073907-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-1637715-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Gen. 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(U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Christine Griffiths/Released)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTY4MCwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMTYzNzcxNS1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiZjlmYTU1OSJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-1637715-300x180.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="180" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-1610720-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="f9fa559" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Special Operations Command Commander Gen. Joseph L. 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Payne)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTc1NiwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtNzgyMTExNi1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiNzk3ZjU5ZCJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-7821116-300x169.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="169" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-7363235-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="Defense Business Board member Joseph Votel attends a meeting hosted by Deputy Secretary of Defense Kathleen H. Hicks, the Pentagon, Washington, D.C., Aug. 9, 2022. (DoD photo by Lisa Ferdinando)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="Defense Business Board member Joseph Votel attends a meeting hosted by Deputy Secretary of Defense Kathleen H. Hicks, the Pentagon, Washington, D.C., Aug. 9, 2022. (DoD photo by Lisa Ferdinando)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTc1NCwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtNzM2MzIzNS1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiNzk3ZjU5ZCJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-7363235-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-5218309-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="The outgoing commander of U.S. Central Command, U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, is seen at the Centcom change of command, where U.S. Marine Corps Gen. Kenneth F. McKenzie Jr. became the new Centcom commander, Tampa, Florida, March 28, 2019. (DoD photo by Lisa Ferdinando)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="The outgoing commander of U.S. Central Command, U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, is seen at the Centcom change of command, where U.S. Marine Corps Gen. Kenneth F. McKenzie Jr. became the new Centcom commander, Tampa, Florida, March 28, 2019. 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Votel visited from the 101st Airborne Division Troopers deployed in support of Combined Joint Task Force - Operation Inherent Resolve, working with partner forces to defeat ISIS in designated areas of Iraq and Syria. (U.S. Army Photo by SPC. Gyasi Thomasson)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Central Command commander, Gen. Joseph Votel, pulls the lanyard on an M777A2 howitzer during a fire mission at Fire Base Saham, Jan. 18, 2019. Gen. Votel visited from the 101st Airborne Division Troopers deployed in support of Combined Joint Task Force - Operation Inherent Resolve, working with partner forces to defeat ISIS in designated areas of Iraq and Syria. (U.S. Army Photo by SPC. Gyasi Thomasson)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTc1MSwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtNTA1OTExMC1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiNzk3ZjU5ZCJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-5059110-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-5059088-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Central Command commander, Gen. Joseph Votel, reviews areas of operation at Fire Base Saham, Jan. 18, 2019. Gen. Votel visited 101st Airborne Division Troopers who are deployed in support of Combined Joint Task Force - Operation Inherent Resolve, working with partner forces to defeat ISIS in designated areas of Iraq and Syria. (Parts of this image have been blurred to protect operational security.) (U.S. Army Photo by SPC. Gyasi Thomasson)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Central Command commander, Gen. Joseph Votel, reviews areas of operation at Fire Base Saham, Jan. 18, 2019. Gen. Votel visited 101st Airborne Division Troopers who are deployed in support of Combined Joint Task Force - Operation Inherent Resolve, working with partner forces to defeat ISIS in designated areas of Iraq and Syria. (Parts of this image have been blurred to protect operational security.) (U.S. Army Photo by SPC. 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Votel visited 101st Airborne Division Troopers, who are deployed in support of Combined Joint Task Force - Operation Inherent Resolve, working with partner forces to defeat ISIS in designated areas of Iraq and Syria. (U.S. Army Photo by SPC. Gyasi Thomasson)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Central Command commander, Gen. Joseph Votel speaks with Soldiers of the 101st Airborne Division about operations at Fire Base Saham, Jan. 18, 2019. Gen. Votel visited 101st Airborne Division Troopers, who are deployed in support of Combined Joint Task Force - Operation Inherent Resolve, working with partner forces to defeat ISIS in designated areas of Iraq and Syria. (U.S. Army Photo by SPC. Gyasi Thomasson)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTc0OSwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtNTA1OTA4NC1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiNzk3ZjU5ZCJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-5059084-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-5059048-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="Soldiers of the 1st Brigade, 101st Airborne Division fire their M777A2 howitzer during a fire mission at Fire Base Saham, Jan. 24, 2019. These Soldiers deployed in support of Combined Joint Task Force - Operation Inherent Resolve, support partner forces as they clear the last remaining pockets of ISIS from the Middle Euphrates River Valley and prevent them from fleeing into Iraq. In conjunction with partner forces, CJTF-OIR defeats ISIS in designated areas and sets conditions for follow-on operations to increase regional stability. (U.S. Army Photo by SPC. Gyasi Thomasson)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="Soldiers of the 1st Brigade, 101st Airborne Division fire their M777A2 howitzer during a fire mission at Fire Base Saham, Jan. 24, 2019. These Soldiers deployed in support of Combined Joint Task Force - Operation Inherent Resolve, support partner forces as they clear the last remaining pockets of ISIS from the Middle Euphrates River Valley and prevent them from fleeing into Iraq. In conjunction with partner forces, CJTF-OIR defeats ISIS in designated areas and sets conditions for follow-on operations to increase regional stability. (U.S. Army Photo by SPC. Gyasi Thomasson)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTc0OCwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtNTA1OTA0OC1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiNzk3ZjU5ZCJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-5059048-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-4805153.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="Arlington, Va.--U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, U.S. Central Command commander, lays a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier during an Armed Forces Full Honor Wreath Laying Ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery, October 8, 2018. Along with laying a wreath Gen. Votel also toured the tomb guard headquarters and the memorial display room. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech Sgt. Dana Flamer)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="Arlington, Va.--U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, U.S. Central Command commander, lays a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier during an Armed Forces Full Honor Wreath Laying Ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery, October 8, 2018. Along with laying a wreath Gen. Votel also toured the tomb guard headquarters and the memorial display room. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech Sgt. Dana Flamer)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTc0NiwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtNDgwNTE1My5qcGciLCJzbGlkZXNob3ciOiI3OTdmNTlkIn0%3D"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-4805153-300x214.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="214" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-4723042.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="Kuwait City, Kuwait-- U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander, U.S. Central Command, addresses senior defense leaders from nine countries throughout the region during a conference here Sept. 12. The two-day conference included chiefs of defense from the Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf countries – Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates – as well as Jordan and Egypt. The event was designed to underscore the U.S. commitment to the region, help gain a better understanding of regional concerns, and identify opportunities to strengthen relationships between defense chiefs and senior U.S. military leaders. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech Sgt. Dana Flamer/Released)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="Kuwait City, Kuwait-- U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander, U.S. Central Command, addresses senior defense leaders from nine countries throughout the region during a conference here Sept. 12. The two-day conference included chiefs of defense from the Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf countries – Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates – as well as Jordan and Egypt. The event was designed to underscore the U.S. commitment to the region, help gain a better understanding of regional concerns, and identify opportunities to strengthen relationships between defense chiefs and senior U.S. military leaders. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech Sgt. Dana Flamer/Released)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTc0NSwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtNDcyMzA0Mi5qcGciLCJzbGlkZXNob3ciOiI3OTdmNTlkIn0%3D"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-4723042-300x214.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="214" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-4508493-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, Central Command commander, speaks with the media following a tour of Manbij, Syria, June 21, 2018. The tour allowed key leaders from the Coalition and U.S. government to see how safe and prosperous the city has become since ISIS was defeated by the Syrian Democratic Forces. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Timothy R. Koster)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, Central Command commander, speaks with the media following a tour of Manbij, Syria, June 21, 2018. The tour allowed key leaders from the Coalition and U.S. government to see how safe and prosperous the city has become since ISIS was defeated by the Syrian Democratic Forces. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Timothy R. Koster)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTc0NCwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtNDUwODQ5My1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiNzk3ZjU5ZCJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-4508493-300x214.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="214" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-4508491.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Lt. Gen. Paul Funk, Combined Joint Task Force – Operation Inherent Resolve commander, John Rood, undersecretary of defense for policy, and U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, Central Command commander, arrive at an outpost near Manbij, Syria, June 21, 2018. The meeting was an opportunity for leadership to discuss the current state of military efforts and visit troops stationed there. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Timothy R. Koster)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Lt. Gen. Paul Funk, Combined Joint Task Force – Operation Inherent Resolve commander, John Rood, undersecretary of defense for policy, and U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, Central Command commander, arrive at an outpost near Manbij, Syria, June 21, 2018. The meeting was an opportunity for leadership to discuss the current state of military efforts and visit troops stationed there. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Timothy R. Koster)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTc0MCwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtNDUwODQ5MS5qcGciLCJzbGlkZXNob3ciOiI3OTdmNTlkIn0%3D"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-4508491-214x300.jpg" data-width="214" data-height="300" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-4507731-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, Central Command commander, speaks with John Rood, Under Secretary of Defense for Policy, and Coalition members during a meeting at an outpost near Manbij, Syria, June 21, 2018. After the meeting, Votel and other senior military leaders toured Manbij before having a meeting with the Manbij Military Council and Manbij Civil Council. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Timothy R. Koster)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, Central Command commander, speaks with John Rood, Under Secretary of Defense for Policy, and Coalition members during a meeting at an outpost near Manbij, Syria, June 21, 2018. After the meeting, Votel and other senior military leaders toured Manbij before having a meeting with the Manbij Military Council and Manbij Civil Council. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Timothy R. Koster)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTczOSwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtNDUwNzczMS1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiNzk3ZjU5ZCJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-4507731-300x214.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="214" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-4507727-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, Central Command commander, and John Rood, Under Secretary of Defense for Policy, listen to a Coalition Advisor speak about the current state of military efforts at an outpost near Manbij, Syria, June 21, 2018. The city of Manbij has become an area of interest to many political entities since the Syrian Democratic Forces liberated the city from ISIS. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Timothy R. Koster)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, Central Command commander, and John Rood, Under Secretary of Defense for Policy, listen to a Coalition Advisor speak about the current state of military efforts at an outpost near Manbij, Syria, June 21, 2018. The city of Manbij has become an area of interest to many political entities since the Syrian Democratic Forces liberated the city from ISIS. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Timothy R. Koster)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTczNywidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtNDUwNzcyNy1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiNzk3ZjU5ZCJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-4507727-300x214.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="214" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-4401695.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Gen Joseph L. Votel, commander, U.S. Central Command, meets with Gen-Col Saken Zhasuzakov, Kazakhstan Minister of Defense May 14, 2018. Votel was in Kazakhstan to meet with senior leaders to discuss topics of common interest that support security and stability in Central Asia. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech Sgt. Dana Flamer/Released)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Gen Joseph L. Votel, commander, U.S. Central Command, meets with Gen-Col Saken Zhasuzakov, Kazakhstan Minister of Defense May 14, 2018. Votel was in Kazakhstan to meet with senior leaders to discuss topics of common interest that support security and stability in Central Asia. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech Sgt. Dana Flamer/Released)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTczNiwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtNDQwMTY5NS5qcGciLCJzbGlkZXNob3ciOiI3OTdmNTlkIn0%3D"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-4401695-300x214.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="214" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-4401693.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander, U.S. Central Command, meets with members of the French Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs May 17, 2018. Votel was in France to meet with senior leaders to discuss topics of mutual interest. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech Sgt. Dana Flamer/Released)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander, U.S. Central Command, meets with members of the French Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs May 17, 2018. Votel was in France to meet with senior leaders to discuss topics of mutual interest. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech Sgt. Dana Flamer/Released)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTczNSwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtNDQwMTY5My5qcGciLCJzbGlkZXNob3ciOiI3OTdmNTlkIn0%3D"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-4401693-300x214.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="214" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-4365735-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, commander of U.S. Central Command, talks to Gen. Chiya, commander of Syrian Democratic Forces in Syria’s Middle Euphrates River Valley, during a meeting in Dawr Az Zawr Province, April 22, 2018. This meeting allowed the Coalition’s top leaders in the fight against ISIS to gain a better understanding of current operations within Syria’s Middle Euphrates River Valley. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Timothy R. Koster)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, commander of U.S. Central Command, talks to Gen. Chiya, commander of Syrian Democratic Forces in Syria’s Middle Euphrates River Valley, during a meeting in Dawr Az Zawr Province, April 22, 2018. This meeting allowed the Coalition’s top leaders in the fight against ISIS to gain a better understanding of current operations within Syria’s Middle Euphrates River Valley. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Timothy R. Koster)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTczMywidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtNDM2NTczNS1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiNzk3ZjU5ZCJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-4365735-300x214.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="214" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3875398.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="Secretary of Defense James Mattis and U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, the commander of U.S. Central Command (USCENTCOM), talk during his visit to MacDill Air Force Base, Fla., October 12, 2017. (Department of Defense photo by U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Dana Flamer)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="Secretary of Defense James Mattis and U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, the commander of U.S. Central Command (USCENTCOM), talk during his visit to MacDill Air Force Base, Fla., October 12, 2017. (Department of Defense photo by U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Dana Flamer)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTczMSwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMzg3NTM5OC5qcGciLCJzbGlkZXNob3ciOiI3OTdmNTlkIn0%3D"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3875398-300x214.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="214" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3809500-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Air Force Capt. Grant Ellison, right, 69th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron weapon system officer, walks with U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, left, U.S. Central Command commander, to a B-52 Stratofortress at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, Sept. 8, 2017. Votel flew on a combat mission aboard a B-52 Stratofortress, and spent time talking with deployed Airmen at the 69th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron here. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Amy M. Lovgren)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Air Force Capt. Grant Ellison, right, 69th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron weapon system officer, walks with U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, left, U.S. Central Command commander, to a B-52 Stratofortress at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, Sept. 8, 2017. Votel flew on a combat mission aboard a B-52 Stratofortress, and spent time talking with deployed Airmen at the 69th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron here. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Amy M. Lovgren)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTczMCwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMzgwOTUwMC1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiNzk3ZjU5ZCJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3809500-300x232.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="232" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3702362.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Gen Joseph L. Votel, commander United States Central Command, meets with Lt Gen Ahmed bin Harith Al Nabhani, Chief of Staff Sultan’s Armed Forces, during his visit to Oman August 22, 2017. While there, Votel met with Oman leaders to discuss topics of mutual interest and the development of the port of Duqm. (Department of Defense photo by U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Dana Flamer)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Gen Joseph L. Votel, commander United States Central Command, meets with Lt Gen Ahmed bin Harith Al Nabhani, Chief of Staff Sultan’s Armed Forces, during his visit to Oman August 22, 2017. While there, Votel met with Oman leaders to discuss topics of mutual interest and the development of the port of Duqm. (Department of Defense photo by U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Dana Flamer)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTcyOSwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMzcwMjM2Mi5qcGciLCJzbGlkZXNob3ciOiI3OTdmNTlkIn0%3D"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3702362-300x214.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="214" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3702360.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Gen Joseph L. Votel, commander United States Central Command, meets with Sayyid Badr Al Busaidi, Secretary-General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, during his visit to Oman August 22, 2017. While there, Votel met with Omani leaders to discuss topics of mutual interest and the development of the port of Duqm. (Department of Defense photo by U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Dana Flamer)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Gen Joseph L. Votel, commander United States Central Command, meets with Sayyid Badr Al Busaidi, Secretary-General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, during his visit to Oman August 22, 2017. While there, Votel met with Omani leaders to discuss topics of mutual interest and the development of the port of Duqm. (Department of Defense photo by U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Dana Flamer)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTcyOCwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMzcwMjM2MC5qcGciLCJzbGlkZXNob3ciOiI3OTdmNTlkIn0%3D"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3702360-300x214.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="214" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3591034.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="Baghdad, Iraq--U.S. Army Gen Joseph L. Votel, commander United States Central Command, and General Al Banyan, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Chairman of Defense, meet with ‎Erfan al-Hiyali, Iraq Minister of Defense, during the Chairman of Defense tri-lateral discussion between Iraq, Saudi Arabia and the United States. Votel met with military leaders of Iraq and Saudi Arabia to discuss security and stability in the region. (Department of Defense photo by U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Dana Flamer)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="Baghdad, Iraq--U.S. Army Gen Joseph L. Votel, commander United States Central Command, and General Al Banyan, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Chairman of Defense, meet with ‎Erfan al-Hiyali, Iraq Minister of Defense, during the Chairman of Defense tri-lateral discussion between Iraq, Saudi Arabia and the United States. Votel met with military leaders of Iraq and Saudi Arabia to discuss security and stability in the region. (Department of Defense photo by U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Dana Flamer)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTcyNywidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMzU5MTAzNC5qcGciLCJzbGlkZXNob3ciOiI3OTdmNTlkIn0%3D"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3591034-300x214.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="214" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3461071.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Gen Joseph L. Votel, commander United States Central Command, uses binoculars at the Lebanese Armed Forces 9th Brigade observation positon at Dahr Al Jabl overlook, near the Syrian border during his visit to Lebanon June 7, 2017. On the trip, Votel met with key leaders of the Lebanese government and military to reaffirm a shared commitment of stability and security in the region. (Department of Defense photo by U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Dana Flamer)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Gen Joseph L. Votel, commander United States Central Command, uses binoculars at the Lebanese Armed Forces 9th Brigade observation positon at Dahr Al Jabl overlook, near the Syrian border during his visit to Lebanon June 7, 2017. On the trip, Votel met with key leaders of the Lebanese government and military to reaffirm a shared commitment of stability and security in the region. (Department of Defense photo by U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Dana Flamer)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTcyNiwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMzQ2MTA3MS5qcGciLCJzbGlkZXNob3ciOiI3OTdmNTlkIn0%3D"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3461071-300x214.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="214" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3461069.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Gen Joseph L. Votel, commander United States Central Command, receives a mission briefing at the Lebanese Armed Forces 9th brigade observation positon at Dahr Al Jabl overlook, near the Syrian border during his visit to Lebanon June 7, 2017. On the trip, Votel met with key leaders of the Lebanese government and military to reaffirm a shared commitment of stability and security in the region. (Department of Defense photo by U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Dana Flamer)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Gen Joseph L. Votel, commander United States Central Command, receives a mission briefing at the Lebanese Armed Forces 9th brigade observation positon at Dahr Al Jabl overlook, near the Syrian border during his visit to Lebanon June 7, 2017. On the trip, Votel met with key leaders of the Lebanese government and military to reaffirm a shared commitment of stability and security in the region. (Department of Defense photo by U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Dana Flamer)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTcyNSwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMzQ2MTA2OS5qcGciLCJzbGlkZXNob3ciOiI3OTdmNTlkIn0%3D"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3461069-300x214.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="214" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3461062.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Gen Joseph L. Votel, commander United States Central Command, shakes hands with Yacoub Sarraf, Lebanese Minister of Defense, during his visit to Lebanon June 7, 2017. On the trip, Votel met with key leaders of the Lebanese government and military to reaffirm a shared commitment of stability and security in the region. Department of Defense photo by U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Dana Flamer)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Gen Joseph L. Votel, commander United States Central Command, shakes hands with Yacoub Sarraf, Lebanese Minister of Defense, during his visit to Lebanon June 7, 2017. On the trip, Votel met with key leaders of the Lebanese government and military to reaffirm a shared commitment of stability and security in the region. Department of Defense photo by U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Dana Flamer)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTcyNCwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMzQ2MTA2Mi5qcGciLCJzbGlkZXNob3ciOiI3OTdmNTlkIn0%3D"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3461062-214x300.jpg" data-width="214" data-height="300" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3461059.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Gen Joseph L. Votel, commander United States Central Command, meets with Yacoub Sarraf, Lebanese Minister of Defense, during his visit to Lebanon June 7, 2017. On the trip, Votel met with key leaders of the Lebanese government and military to reaffirm a shared commitment of stability and security in the region. (Department of Defense photo by U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Dana Flamer)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Gen Joseph L. Votel, commander United States Central Command, meets with Yacoub Sarraf, Lebanese Minister of Defense, during his visit to Lebanon June 7, 2017. On the trip, Votel met with key leaders of the Lebanese government and military to reaffirm a shared commitment of stability and security in the region. (Department of Defense photo by U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Dana Flamer)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTcyMywidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMzQ2MTA1OS5qcGciLCJzbGlkZXNob3ciOiI3OTdmNTlkIn0%3D"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3461059-300x214.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="214" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3457487.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Gen Joseph L. Votel, commander United States Central Command, meets with President Michel Aoun during his visit to Lebanon June 6, 2017. On the trip, Votel met with key leaders of the Lebanese government and military to reaffirm a shared commitment of stability and security in the region. (Department of Defense photo by U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Dana Flamer)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Gen Joseph L. Votel, commander United States Central Command, meets with President Michel Aoun during his visit to Lebanon June 6, 2017. On the trip, Votel met with key leaders of the Lebanese government and military to reaffirm a shared commitment of stability and security in the region. (Department of Defense photo by U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Dana Flamer)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTcyMiwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMzQ1NzQ4Ny5qcGciLCJzbGlkZXNob3ciOiI3OTdmNTlkIn0%3D"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3457487-300x214.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="214" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3457474.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Gen Joseph L. Votel, commander United States Central Command, talks with Nabih Berri, Speaker of the Parliament of Lebanon, during his visit June 6, 2017. On the trip, Votel met with key leaders of the Lebanese government and military to reaffirm a shared commitment of stability and security in the region. (Department of Defense photo by U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Dana Flamer)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Gen Joseph L. Votel, commander United States Central Command, talks with Nabih Berri, Speaker of the Parliament of Lebanon, during his visit June 6, 2017. On the trip, Votel met with key leaders of the Lebanese government and military to reaffirm a shared commitment of stability and security in the region. (Department of Defense photo by U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Dana Flamer)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTcyMSwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMzQ1NzQ3NC5qcGciLCJzbGlkZXNob3ciOiI3OTdmNTlkIn0%3D"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3457474-300x214.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="214" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3444791-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="Army Gen. Joseph Votel, the commanding general of U.S. Central Command, speaks with Marines assigned to Task Force Southwest at Camp Shorab, Afghanistan, June 2, 2017. Votel received a first-hand look at the capabilities of the Task Force in regard to their advisory mission in Helmand Province, while also meeting with key leaders from the Afghan National Security Defense Forces. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Lucas Hopkins)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="Army Gen. Joseph Votel, the commanding general of U.S. Central Command, speaks with Marines assigned to Task Force Southwest at Camp Shorab, Afghanistan, June 2, 2017. Votel received a first-hand look at the capabilities of the Task Force in regard to their advisory mission in Helmand Province, while also meeting with key leaders from the Afghan National Security Defense Forces. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Lucas Hopkins)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTcyMCwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMzQ0NDc5MS1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiNzk3ZjU5ZCJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3444791-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3444783-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="Army Gen. Joseph Votel, right, the commanding general of U.S. Central Command, greets Marine Brig. Gen. Roger Turner, left, the commanding general of Task Force Southwest, at Camp Bastion, Afghanistan, June 2, 2017. Votel received a first-hand look at the capabilities of the Task Force in regard to their advisory mission in Helmand Province, while also meeting with key leaders from the Afghan National Security Defense Forces. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Lucas Hopkins)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="Army Gen. Joseph Votel, right, the commanding general of U.S. Central Command, greets Marine Brig. Gen. Roger Turner, left, the commanding general of Task Force Southwest, at Camp Bastion, Afghanistan, June 2, 2017. Votel received a first-hand look at the capabilities of the Task Force in regard to their advisory mission in Helmand Province, while also meeting with key leaders from the Afghan National Security Defense Forces. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Lucas Hopkins)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTcxOSwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMzQ0NDc4My1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiNzk3ZjU5ZCJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3444783-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3398205-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="170514-N-UE100-129 U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF OPERATIONS (May 14, 2017) Commander, U.S. Central Command, General Joseph Votel poses for a group photo with Sailors and Marines during Mother's day celebration on the mess decks aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) as part of a ship tour during exercise Eager Lion 2017. Eager Lion is an annual U.S. Central Command exercise in Jordan designed to strengthen military-to-military relationships between the U.S., Jordan and other international partners. This year's iteration is comprised of about 7,200 military personnel from more than 20 nations that will respond to scenarios involving border security, command and control, cyber defense and battlespace management. The ship and its ready group are deployed in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of maritime security operations designed to reassure allies and partners, and preserve the freedom of navigation and the free flow of commerce in the region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Caleb Strong/Released)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="170514-N-UE100-129 U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF OPERATIONS (May 14, 2017) Commander, U.S. Central Command, General Joseph Votel poses for a group photo with Sailors and Marines during Mother's day celebration on the mess decks aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) as part of a ship tour during exercise Eager Lion 2017. Eager Lion is an annual U.S. Central Command exercise in Jordan designed to strengthen military-to-military relationships between the U.S., Jordan and other international partners. This year's iteration is comprised of about 7,200 military personnel from more than 20 nations that will respond to scenarios involving border security, command and control, cyber defense and battlespace management. The ship and its ready group are deployed in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of maritime security operations designed to reassure allies and partners, and preserve the freedom of navigation and the free flow of commerce in the region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Caleb Strong/Released)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTcxOCwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMzM5ODIwNS1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiNzk3ZjU5ZCJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3398205-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3306917-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="Secretary of Defense Jim Mattis and U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, the commander of U.S. Central Command, brief the press at the Pentagon in Washington, D.C., April 11, 2017. Mattis spoke about recent U.S. military actions in Syria and answered the media's questions. (DOD photo by U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jette Carr)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="Secretary of Defense Jim Mattis and U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, the commander of U.S. Central Command, brief the press at the Pentagon in Washington, D.C., April 11, 2017. Mattis spoke about recent U.S. military actions in Syria and answered the media's questions. (DOD photo by U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jette Carr)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTcxNywidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMzMwNjkxNy1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiNzk3ZjU5ZCJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3306917-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3222771-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="Gen. Joseph Votel, U.S. Central Command commander, speaks at a commander’s call at an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia, Feb. 23, 2017. The general thanked the Airmen and Soldiers for their service and contribution to the CENTCOM mission. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Eboni Reams)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="Gen. Joseph Votel, U.S. Central Command commander, speaks at a commander’s call at an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia, Feb. 23, 2017. The general thanked the Airmen and Soldiers for their service and contribution to the CENTCOM mission. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Eboni Reams)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTcxNiwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMzIyMjc3MS1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiNzk3ZjU5ZCJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3222771-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3192286-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, commanding general of U.S. Central Command, conducts an interview with media during a visit at Hamam al-Alil, Iraq, Feb. 25, 2017. Combined Joint Task Force-Operation Inherent Resolve is the global Coalition to defeat ISIS in Iraq and Syria. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Jason Hull)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, commanding general of U.S. Central Command, conducts an interview with media during a visit at Hamam al-Alil, Iraq, Feb. 25, 2017. Combined Joint Task Force-Operation Inherent Resolve is the global Coalition to defeat ISIS in Iraq and Syria. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Jason Hull)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTcxNSwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMzE5MjI4Ni1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiNzk3ZjU5ZCJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3192286-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3192283-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, commanding general of U.S. Central Command, meets with partner and Coalition leaders during a visit at Hamam al-Alil, Iraq, Feb. 25, 2017. The breadth and diversity of partners supporting the Coalition demonstrate the global and unified nature of the endeavor to defeat ISIS. Combined Joint Task Force-Operation Inherent Resolve is the global Coalition to defeat ISIS in Iraq and Syria. (U.S. Army illustration by Staff Sgt. Jason Hull)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, commanding general of U.S. Central Command, meets with partner and Coalition leaders during a visit at Hamam al-Alil, Iraq, Feb. 25, 2017. The breadth and diversity of partners supporting the Coalition demonstrate the global and unified nature of the endeavor to defeat ISIS. Combined Joint Task Force-Operation Inherent Resolve is the global Coalition to defeat ISIS in Iraq and Syria. (U.S. Army illustration by Staff Sgt. Jason Hull)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTcxNCwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMzE5MjI4My1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiNzk3ZjU5ZCJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3192283-200x300.jpg" data-width="200" data-height="300" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3192280-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, commanding general of U.S. Central Command, (center) greets Lt. Col. John Hawbaker, commander of 1st Squadron, 73rd Cavalry Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division, during a visit at Hamam al-Alil, Iraq, Feb. 25, 2017. The 2nd BCT, 82nd Abn. Div., deployed in support of Combined Joint Task Force-Operation Inherent Resolve, enables their Iraqi security forces partners through the advise and assist mission, contributing planning, intelligence collection and analysis, force protection, and precision fires to achieve the military defeat of ISIS. CJTF-OIR is the global Coalition to defeat ISIS in Iraq and Syria. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Jason Hull)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, commanding general of U.S. Central Command, (center) greets Lt. Col. John Hawbaker, commander of 1st Squadron, 73rd Cavalry Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division, during a visit at Hamam al-Alil, Iraq, Feb. 25, 2017. The 2nd BCT, 82nd Abn. Div., deployed in support of Combined Joint Task Force-Operation Inherent Resolve, enables their Iraqi security forces partners through the advise and assist mission, contributing planning, intelligence collection and analysis, force protection, and precision fires to achieve the military defeat of ISIS. CJTF-OIR is the global Coalition to defeat ISIS in Iraq and Syria. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Jason Hull)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTcxMywidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMzE5MjI4MC1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiNzk3ZjU5ZCJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3192280-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3147335.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="President Donald Trump discusses current military operations with Gen. Joseph Votel, commander of U.S. Central Command Commander, at MacDill, AFB, FL, Feb. 6, 2017. (DoD photo by D. Myles Cullen/Released)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="President Donald Trump discusses current military operations with Gen. Joseph Votel, commander of U.S. Central Command Commander, at MacDill, AFB, FL, Feb. 6, 2017. (DoD photo by D. Myles Cullen/Released)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTcxMSwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMzE0NzMzNS5qcGciLCJzbGlkZXNob3ciOiI3OTdmNTlkIn0%3D"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3147335-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3147322.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="(right to left) Gen. Joseph F. Dunford, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Gen. Joseph Votel, commander of U.S. Central Command Commander, and Gen. Raymond A. "Tony" Thomas, U.S. Special Operations Command Commander, salute the President on Air Force One upon his arrival at MacDill, AFB, FL, Feb. 6, 2017. President Trump is visiting with senior military leaders to discuss Central Command and Special Operations Command current operations. (DoD photo by D. Myles Cullen/Released)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="(right to left) Gen. Joseph F. Dunford, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Gen. Joseph Votel, commander of U.S. Central Command Commander, and Gen. Raymond A. "Tony" Thomas, U.S. Special Operations Command Commander, salute the President on Air Force One upon his arrival at MacDill, AFB, FL, Feb. 6, 2017. President Trump is visiting with senior military leaders to discuss Central Command and Special Operations Command current operations. (DoD photo by D. Myles Cullen/Released)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTcxMCwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMzE0NzMyMi5qcGciLCJzbGlkZXNob3ciOiI3OTdmNTlkIn0%3D"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-3147322-300x100.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="100" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2990984-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="TAMPA, Fla. (November 15, 2016) – Army Gen. Joseph Votel, Commander, USCENTCOM engages emerging international media professionals during a briefing and question-and-answer session. The participants of the U.S. State Department sponsored Edward R. Murrow Program for Journalists come to the United States to examine the rights and responsibilities of a free press in a democracy while observing the operational practices, standards, and institutions of the media. (Photo by Tom Gagnier)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="TAMPA, Fla. (November 15, 2016) – Army Gen. Joseph Votel, Commander, USCENTCOM engages emerging international media professionals during a briefing and question-and-answer session. The participants of the U.S. State Department sponsored Edward R. Murrow Program for Journalists come to the United States to examine the rights and responsibilities of a free press in a democracy while observing the operational practices, standards, and institutions of the media. (Photo by Tom Gagnier)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTcwOSwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMjk5MDk4NC1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiNzk3ZjU5ZCJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2990984-300x212.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="212" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2951855-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, Commander of the United States Central Command, discusses battle plans with Iraqi security forces at Qayyarah West, Iraq, Oct. 25, 2016. More than 60 coalition partners have committed themselves to the goals of eliminating the threat posed by the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant and have contributed in various capacities to the effort to combat ISIL in Iraq, the region and beyond. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Christopher Brecht)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, Commander of the United States Central Command, discusses battle plans with Iraqi security forces at Qayyarah West, Iraq, Oct. 25, 2016. More than 60 coalition partners have committed themselves to the goals of eliminating the threat posed by the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant and have contributed in various capacities to the effort to combat ISIL in Iraq, the region and beyond. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Christopher Brecht)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTcwOCwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMjk1MTg1NS1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiNzk3ZjU5ZCJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2951855-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2951849-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, Commander of the United States Central Command, discusses battle plans with Iraqi security forces at Qayyarah West, Iraq, Oct. 25, 2016. More than 60 coalition partners have committed themselves to the goals of eliminating the threat posed by the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant and have contributed in various capacities to the effort to combat ISIL in Iraq, the region and beyond. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Christopher Brecht)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, Commander of the United States Central Command, discusses battle plans with Iraqi security forces at Qayyarah West, Iraq, Oct. 25, 2016. More than 60 coalition partners have committed themselves to the goals of eliminating the threat posed by the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant and have contributed in various capacities to the effort to combat ISIL in Iraq, the region and beyond. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Christopher Brecht)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTcwNywidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMjk1MTg0OS1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiNzk3ZjU5ZCJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2951849-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2951833-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army leaders from the United States Central Command discuss battle plans with Iraqi security forces at Qayyarah West Airfield, Iraq, Oct. 25, 2016. More than 60 coalition partners have committed themselves to the goals of eliminating the threat posed by the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant and have contributed in various capacities to the effort to combat ISIL in Iraq, the region and beyond. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Christopher Brecht)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army leaders from the United States Central Command discuss battle plans with Iraqi security forces at Qayyarah West Airfield, Iraq, Oct. 25, 2016. More than 60 coalition partners have committed themselves to the goals of eliminating the threat posed by the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant and have contributed in various capacities to the effort to combat ISIL in Iraq, the region and beyond. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Christopher Brecht)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTcwNiwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMjk1MTgzMy1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiNzk3ZjU5ZCJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2951833-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2951829-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, Commander of the United States Central Command, thanks U.S and coalition forces at Qayyarah West Airfield, Iraq, Oct. 25, 2016. The United States stands with a coalition of more than 60 international partners to assist and support the Iraqi security forces to degrade and defeat the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Christopher Brecht)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, Commander of the United States Central Command, thanks U.S and coalition forces at Qayyarah West Airfield, Iraq, Oct. 25, 2016. The United States stands with a coalition of more than 60 international partners to assist and support the Iraqi security forces to degrade and defeat the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Christopher Brecht)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTcwNSwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMjk1MTgyOS1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiNzk3ZjU5ZCJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2951829-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2951824-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, Commander of the United States Central Command, thanks U.S. and coalition forces at Qayyarah West Airfield, Iraq, Oct. 25, 2016. The United States stands with a coalition of more than 60 international partners to assist and support the Iraqi security forces to degrade and defeat the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Christopher Brecht)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel, Commander of the United States Central Command, thanks U.S. and coalition forces at Qayyarah West Airfield, Iraq, Oct. 25, 2016. The United States stands with a coalition of more than 60 international partners to assist and support the Iraqi security forces to degrade and defeat the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Christopher Brecht)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTcwNCwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMjk1MTgyNC1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiNzk3ZjU5ZCJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2951824-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2826324-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="WASHINGTON (Aug. 3, 2016) Gen. Joseph L. Votel, Commander, United States Central Command, briefs reporters at the Pentagon, Aug. 22. (DoD photo by Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Tim D. Godbee) (Released)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="WASHINGTON (Aug. 3, 2016) Gen. Joseph L. Votel, Commander, United States Central Command, briefs reporters at the Pentagon, Aug. 22. (DoD photo by Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Tim D. Godbee) (Released)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTcwMywidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMjgyNjMyNC1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiNzk3ZjU5ZCJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2826324-300x206.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="206" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2826322-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="WASHINGTON (Aug. 3, 2016) Gen. Joseph L. Votel, Commander, United States Central Command, briefs reporters at the Pentagon, Aug. 22. (DoD photo by Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Tim D. Godbee) (Released)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="WASHINGTON (Aug. 3, 2016) Gen. Joseph L. Votel, Commander, United States Central Command, briefs reporters at the Pentagon, Aug. 22. (DoD photo by Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Tim D. Godbee) (Released)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTcwMiwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMjgyNjMyMi1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiNzk3ZjU5ZCJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2826322-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2604847-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel Commander of U.S. Central Command, meets with members of the media during Exercise Eager Lion 16 near Amman, Jordan on May 22, 2016. Eager Lion 16 is a US military bi-lateral exercise with the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan designed to strengthen relationships and interoperability between partner nations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Lauren Falk 5th MEB COMCAM/Released)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Votel Commander of U.S. Central Command, meets with members of the media during Exercise Eager Lion 16 near Amman, Jordan on May 22, 2016. Eager Lion 16 is a US military bi-lateral exercise with the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan designed to strengthen relationships and interoperability between partner nations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Lauren Falk 5th MEB COMCAM/Released)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTcwMCwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMjYwNDg0Ny1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiNzk3ZjU5ZCJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2604847-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2558843-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="General Joseph L. Votel, commander, U.S. Central Command, briefs the media in the Pentagon Briefing April 29, 2016. Votel discussed the release of the U.S. Forces-Afghanistan investigation into the U.S. airstrike on the Doctors Without Borders trauma center in Kunduz, Afghanistan, on Oct. 3, 2015. (DoD photo by U.S. Army Sgt. First Class Clydell Kinchen)(Released)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="General Joseph L. Votel, commander, U.S. Central Command, briefs the media in the Pentagon Briefing April 29, 2016. Votel discussed the release of the U.S. Forces-Afghanistan investigation into the U.S. airstrike on the Doctors Without Borders trauma center in Kunduz, Afghanistan, on Oct. 3, 2015. (DoD photo by U.S. Army Sgt. First Class Clydell Kinchen)(Released)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTY5OSwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMjU1ODg0My1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiNzk3ZjU5ZCJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2558843-300x191.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="191" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2494220-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="Outgoing commander U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel speaks during the U.S. Special Operations Command change of command ceremony at Macdill Air Force Base in Tampa, Fl., March 30, 2016. U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel relinquished command to U.S. Army Gen. Raymond A. Thomas, III. DoD photo by Army Staff Sgt. Sean K. Harp/Released" data-elementor-lightbox-description="Outgoing commander U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel speaks during the U.S. Special Operations Command change of command ceremony at Macdill Air Force Base in Tampa, Fl., March 30, 2016. U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel relinquished command to U.S. Army Gen. Raymond A. Thomas, III. DoD photo by Army Staff Sgt. Sean K. Harp/Released" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTY5OCwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMjQ5NDIyMC1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiNzk3ZjU5ZCJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2494220-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2494216-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Marine Gen. Joseph F. Dunford Jr., chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff,(right) shakes hands with outgoing commander U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel (left) during the U.S. Special Operations Command change of command ceremony at Macdill Air Force Base in Tampa, Fl., March 30, 2016. U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel relinquished command to U.S. Army Gen. Raymond A. Thomas, III. DoD photo by Army Staff Sgt. Sean K. Harp/Released" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Marine Gen. Joseph F. Dunford Jr., chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff,(right) shakes hands with outgoing commander U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel (left) during the U.S. Special Operations Command change of command ceremony at Macdill Air Force Base in Tampa, Fl., March 30, 2016. U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel relinquished command to U.S. Army Gen. Raymond A. Thomas, III. DoD photo by Army Staff Sgt. Sean K. Harp/Released" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTY5NywidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMjQ5NDIxNi1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiNzk3ZjU5ZCJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2494216-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2460671-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Marine Gen. Joseph F. Dunford Jr., chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander, U.S. Special Operations Command, depart SOCOM Headquarters, March 11, 2016. (DoD Photo by Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Dominique A. Pineiro)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Marine Gen. Joseph F. Dunford Jr., chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander, U.S. Special Operations Command, depart SOCOM Headquarters, March 11, 2016. (DoD Photo by Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Dominique A. Pineiro)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTY5NSwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMjQ2MDY3MS1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiNzk3ZjU5ZCJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2460671-300x187.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="187" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2460665-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander, U.S. Special Operations Command, leads a brief alongside U.S. Marine Gen. Joseph F. Dunford Jr., chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, at SOCOM Headquarters March 11, 2016. (DoD Photo by Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Dominique A. Pineiro)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander, U.S. Special Operations Command, leads a brief alongside U.S. Marine Gen. Joseph F. Dunford Jr., chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, at SOCOM Headquarters March 11, 2016. (DoD Photo by Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Dominique A. Pineiro)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTY5NCwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMjQ2MDY2NS1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiNzk3ZjU5ZCJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2460665-300x196.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="196" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2460662-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Marine Gen. Joseph F. Dunford Jr., chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander, U.S. Special Operations Command, walk down the "commander's corridor" at SOCOM headquarters, March 11, 2016. (DoD Photo by Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Dominique A. Pineiro)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Marine Gen. Joseph F. Dunford Jr., chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander, U.S. Special Operations Command, walk down the "commander's corridor" at SOCOM headquarters, March 11, 2016. (DoD Photo by Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Dominique A. Pineiro)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTY5MywidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMjQ2MDY2Mi1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiNzk3ZjU5ZCJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2460662-300x194.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="194" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2460660-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Marine Gen. Joseph F. Dunford Jr., chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, meets with U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander, U.S. Special Operations Command, and U.S. Army Lt. Gen. Raymond Anthony Thomas III, commander, Joint Special Operations Command, at SOCOM headquarters, March 11, 2016. (DoD Photo by Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Dominique A. Pineiro)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Marine Gen. Joseph F. Dunford Jr., chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, meets with U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander, U.S. Special Operations Command, and U.S. Army Lt. Gen. Raymond Anthony Thomas III, commander, Joint Special Operations Command, at SOCOM headquarters, March 11, 2016. (DoD Photo by Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Dominique A. Pineiro)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTY5MiwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMjQ2MDY2MC1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiNzk3ZjU5ZCJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2460660-300x212.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="212" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2114908-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="General Joseph L. Votel, commander of U.S. Special Operations Command, tests the communications system being added to 1st Marine Raider Battalion's M-RZR 4 all-terrain vehicles to enhance the teams' capabilities, aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Aug. 5, 2015. The communications test was part of Gen. Votel's visit to 1st MRB, including a tour to the unit's medical clinic, the Hall of Heroes, and the language studies building." data-elementor-lightbox-description="General Joseph L. Votel, commander of U.S. Special Operations Command, tests the communications system being added to 1st Marine Raider Battalion's M-RZR 4 all-terrain vehicles to enhance the teams' capabilities, aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Aug. 5, 2015. The communications test was part of Gen. Votel's visit to 1st MRB, including a tour to the unit's medical clinic, the Hall of Heroes, and the language studies building." data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTY5MSwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMjExNDkwOC1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiNzk3ZjU5ZCJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2114908-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2091557-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander of U.S. Special Operations Command, Col. Benjamin Maitre, commander of 27th Special Operations Wing, and members of Votel’s staff walk out to a CV-22 Osprey aircraft July 22, 2015, Melrose Air Force Range, N.M. Votel toured Cannon AFB and Melrose AF Range to experience the 27th Special Operations Wing mission, meet air commandos and discuss common concerns around the special operations community. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Master Sgt. Dennis J. Henry Jr.)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander of U.S. Special Operations Command, Col. Benjamin Maitre, commander of 27th Special Operations Wing, and members of Votel’s staff walk out to a CV-22 Osprey aircraft July 22, 2015, Melrose Air Force Range, N.M. Votel toured Cannon AFB and Melrose AF Range to experience the 27th Special Operations Wing mission, meet air commandos and discuss common concerns around the special operations community. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Master Sgt. Dennis J. Henry Jr.)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTY5MCwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMjA5MTU1Ny1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiNzk3ZjU5ZCJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2091557-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2091554-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="A CV-22 Osprey lands at Melrose Air Force Range, N.M. during a visit from U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander of U.S. Special Operations Command, July 22, 2015. Votel toured Cannon AFB and Melrose AF Range to experience the 27th Special Operations Wing mission, meet air commandos and discuss common concerns around the special operations community. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Master Sgt. Dennis J. Henry Jr.)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="A CV-22 Osprey lands at Melrose Air Force Range, N.M. during a visit from U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander of U.S. Special Operations Command, July 22, 2015. Votel toured Cannon AFB and Melrose AF Range to experience the 27th Special Operations Wing mission, meet air commandos and discuss common concerns around the special operations community. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Master Sgt. Dennis J. Henry Jr.)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTY4OSwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMjA5MTU1NC1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiNzk3ZjU5ZCJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2091554-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2091544-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander of U.S. Special Operations Command, speaks to Special Tactics Airmen, 26th Tactics Squadron, during a training event July 22, 2015, Melrose Air Force Range, N.M. Votel toured Cannon AFB and Melrose AF Range to experience the 27th Special Operations Wing mission, meet Air Commandos and discuss common concerns around the special operations community. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Master Sgt. Dennis J. Henry Jr.)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander of U.S. Special Operations Command, speaks to Special Tactics Airmen, 26th Tactics Squadron, during a training event July 22, 2015, Melrose Air Force Range, N.M. Votel toured Cannon AFB and Melrose AF Range to experience the 27th Special Operations Wing mission, meet Air Commandos and discuss common concerns around the special operations community. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Master Sgt. Dennis J. Henry Jr.)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTY4OCwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMjA5MTU0NC1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiNzk3ZjU5ZCJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2091544-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2091541-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander of U.S. Special Operations Command, speaks to Special Tactics Airmen, 26th Tactics Squadron, during a training event July 22, 2015, Melrose Air Force Range, N.M. Votel toured Cannon AFB and Melrose AF Range to experience the 27th Special Operations Wing mission, meet air commandos and discuss common concerns around the special operations community. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Master Sgt. Dennis J. Henry Jr.)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander of U.S. Special Operations Command, speaks to Special Tactics Airmen, 26th Tactics Squadron, during a training event July 22, 2015, Melrose Air Force Range, N.M. Votel toured Cannon AFB and Melrose AF Range to experience the 27th Special Operations Wing mission, meet air commandos and discuss common concerns around the special operations community. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Master Sgt. Dennis J. Henry Jr.)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTY4NywidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMjA5MTU0MS1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiNzk3ZjU5ZCJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2091541-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2091534-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="Special Tactics Airmen of the 26th Special Tactics Squadron parachute jump during a training event to showcase one of their many special operations air/ground integration capabilities to U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander of U.S. Special Operations Command, July 22, 2015, Melrose Air Force Range, N.M. Votel toured Cannon Air Force Base and Melrose AF Range to experience the 27th Special Operations Wing mission, meet air commandos and discuss common concerns around the special operations community. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Master Sgt. Dennis J. Henry Jr.)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="Special Tactics Airmen of the 26th Special Tactics Squadron parachute jump during a training event to showcase one of their many special operations air/ground integration capabilities to U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander of U.S. Special Operations Command, July 22, 2015, Melrose Air Force Range, N.M. Votel toured Cannon Air Force Base and Melrose AF Range to experience the 27th Special Operations Wing mission, meet air commandos and discuss common concerns around the special operations community. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Master Sgt. Dennis J. Henry Jr.)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTY4NiwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMjA5MTUzNC1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiNzk3ZjU5ZCJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2091534-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2091532-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="Special Tactics Airmen of the 26th Special Tactics Squadron parachute jump during a training event to showcase one of their many special operations air/ground integration capabilities to U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander of U.S. Special Operations Command, July 22, 2015, Melrose Air Force Range, N.M. Votel toured Cannon Air Force Base and Melrose AF Range to experience the 27th Special Operations Wing mission, meet air commandos and discuss common concerns around the special operations community. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Master Sgt. Dennis J. Henry Jr.)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="Special Tactics Airmen of the 26th Special Tactics Squadron parachute jump during a training event to showcase one of their many special operations air/ground integration capabilities to U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander of U.S. Special Operations Command, July 22, 2015, Melrose Air Force Range, N.M. Votel toured Cannon Air Force Base and Melrose AF Range to experience the 27th Special Operations Wing mission, meet air commandos and discuss common concerns around the special operations community. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Master Sgt. Dennis J. Henry Jr.)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTY4NSwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMjA5MTUzMi1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiNzk3ZjU5ZCJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2091532-200x300.jpg" data-width="200" data-height="300" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2091517-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander of U.S. Special Operations Command, receives a Melrose Air Force Range briefing from Maj. Charles Thomas, 27th Special Operations Wing chief of Range Plans, on Melrose AF Range, N.M., July 22, 2015. Votel toured Cannon Air Force Base and Melrose AF Range to experience the 27th Special Operations Wing mission, meet air commandos and discuss common concerns around the special operations community. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Master Sgt. Dennis J. Henry Jr.)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander of U.S. Special Operations Command, receives a Melrose Air Force Range briefing from Maj. Charles Thomas, 27th Special Operations Wing chief of Range Plans, on Melrose AF Range, N.M., July 22, 2015. Votel toured Cannon Air Force Base and Melrose AF Range to experience the 27th Special Operations Wing mission, meet air commandos and discuss common concerns around the special operations community. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Master Sgt. Dennis J. Henry Jr.)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTY4NCwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMjA5MTUxNy1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiNzk3ZjU5ZCJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2091517-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2091506-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander of U.S. Special Operations Command, receives an aerial tour of Melrose Air Force Range, N.M., on a CV-22 Osprey July 22, 2015, Cannon Air Force Base, N.M. Votel toured Cannon Air Force Base and Melrose AF Range to experience the 27th Special Operations Wing mission, meet air commandos and discuss common concerns around the special operations community. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Master Sgt. Dennis J. Henry Jr.)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander of U.S. Special Operations Command, receives an aerial tour of Melrose Air Force Range, N.M., on a CV-22 Osprey July 22, 2015, Cannon Air Force Base, N.M. Votel toured Cannon Air Force Base and Melrose AF Range to experience the 27th Special Operations Wing mission, meet air commandos and discuss common concerns around the special operations community. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Master Sgt. Dennis J. Henry Jr.)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTY4MywidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMjA5MTUwNi1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiNzk3ZjU5ZCJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2091506-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2091503-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander of U.S. Special Operations Command, on board a CV-22 Osprey aircraft on Cannon Air Force Base, N.M., before a tour of Melrose Air Force Range, N.M., July 22, 2015, Cannon Air Force Base, N.M. Votel toured Cannon Air Force Base and Melrose AF Range to experience the 27th Special Operations Wing mission, meet air commandos and discuss common concerns around the special operations community. (U.S. Air Force Photo/Master Sgt. Dennis J. Henry Jr.)" data-elementor-lightbox-description="U.S. Army Gen. Joseph L. Votel, commander of U.S. Special Operations Command, on board a CV-22 Osprey aircraft on Cannon Air Force Base, N.M., before a tour of Melrose Air Force Range, N.M., July 22, 2015, Cannon Air Force Base, N.M. Votel toured Cannon Air Force Base and Melrose AF Range to experience the 27th Special Operations Wing mission, meet air commandos and discuss common concerns around the special operations community. (U.S. Air Force Photo/Master Sgt. Dennis J. Henry Jr.)" data-e-action-hash="#elementor-action%3Aaction%3Dlightbox%26settings%3DeyJpZCI6MTY4MiwidXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6XC9cL2pvZXZvdGVsLmNvbVwvd3AtY29udGVudFwvdXBsb2Fkc1wvMjAyM1wvMTFcL0NvcHktb2YtMjA5MTUwMy1zY2FsZWQuanBnIiwic2xpZGVzaG93IjoiNzk3ZjU5ZCJ9"> <div class="e-gallery-image elementor-gallery-item__image" data-thumbnail="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2091503-300x200.jpg" data-width="300" data-height="200" aria-label="" role="img" ></div> <div class="elementor-gallery-item__overlay"></div> </a> <a class="e-gallery-item elementor-gallery-item elementor-animated-content" href="https://joevotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Copy-of-2073907-scaled.jpg" data-elementor-open-lightbox="yes" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow="797f59d" data-elementor-lightbox-title="Gen. Joseph Votel (left), commander of U.S. Special Operations Command, receives a plaque from Guatemalan army Col. 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