Marines Europe & African Command, 2 star

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I didn't realize the USMC has that big of a plate in the EU & Africa??

Marines to place Europe-Africa command under 2-star in Germany

NAPLES, Italy — Command of Marine forces in Europe and Africa will fall under a two-star general stationed in Germany beginning Wednesday, a milestone in the command’s 35-year history and a reflection of the Corps’ growing role in both theaters.

The incoming commander, Maj. Gen. Niel Nelson, said Tuesday that the streamlined force and his presence overseas will improve the Corps’ ability to work with U.S. commanders and allies alike.

“I think it sends a definite signal that we are serious about our commitment out here to our (combatant commanders) and our partners,” he said.

Nelson replaces two general officers in the U.S. who shared command of Marine Forces Europe-Africa on top of other duties. Lt. Gen. Robert Neller, commander of Marine Corps Forces in Norfolk, Va., and the new Marine commandant, oversaw Marine Forces Europe. Maj. Gen. William Beydler, commander of II Marine Expeditionary Force out of Camp Lejeune, N.C., was responsible for Marine Forces Africa.

The two men shared a common staff in the Stuttgart garrison, which will continue to work with Nelson.

http://www.stripes.com/marines-to-pl...rmany-1.363359

Will SOCAFRICA & SOCEUR follow??

https://www.soceur.eucom.mil/
http://www.socafrica.africom.mil/