US EditionStratCom's New Commander Promises to Deter U.S. Adversaries at Offutt Ceremony
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Admiral Richar A. Correll takes command of U.S. Strategic Command during ceremony at Offutt Air Force Base
Correll said his priority remains constant as he assumes command, stating, “As I assume command, the number one priority remains the same: strategic deterrence.” He added, “Peace may be our profession… but that peace is achieved through the strength, readiness, and credibility of our strategic capabilities.” By taking up the post, Correll becomes responsible for the stewardship of the United States nuclear arsenal, which includes intercontinenta…
On the morning of December 5th, Eastern Time, at Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska, the handover ceremony of the U.S. Strategic Command was broadcast live online by NTD and The Epoch Times, with real-time Chinese subtitles.
New STRATCOM Commander Correll Takes Over from Cotton
Navy Adm. Richard Correll succeeded Air Force Gen. Anthony J. Cotton as head of U.S. Strategic Command on Dec. 5, focusing his remarks on the strategic deterrence mission. Correll, a career submariner, succeeds Cotton, a career missile officer; he was previously Cotton’s deputy. Air Force Lt. Gen. Michael J. Lutton, another career missileer, takes over as STRATCOM’s No. 2. He was previously deputy commander at Air Force Global Strike Command. …
Wrap up: STRATCOM change in command; Singapore, the Philippines now potentially destinations for nuclear assistance by U.S.; NNSA removes cesium irradiators from another state; more
(Page 1) The Change of Command ceremony for the commander of the U.S. Strategic Command (STRATCOM) will be held Friday, Dec. 5, where Vice. Adm. Richard Correll
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