Darryl A. Williams
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Born | Alexandria, Virginia, United States | 22 June 1961
Allegiance | United States |
Service/ | United States Army |
Years of service | 1983–present |
Rank | General |
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Darryl Anthony Williams[1] (born 22 June 1961) is a United States Army general who serves as the commanding general of United States Army Europe and Africa since 28 June 2022 and commander of Allied Land Command since 4 August 2022. He previously served as the 60th Superintendent of the United States Military Academy, the first African-American to hold the position. He served as commander of Allied Land Command as a lieutenant general from 24 June 2016 to 29 June 2018.
Early life
Williams grew up in
Military career
Williams graduated from the
In 2014, Williams was tapped by President
On 24 June 2016, Williams assumed command of NATO Allied Land Command in Turkey.[7]
Williams's military education includes the Field Artillery Officer Basic and Advanced Courses, United States Army Command and General Staff College, School of Advanced Military Studies, and the United States Naval War College. He holds Masters’ degrees in Leadership Development, Military Art and Science, and National Security and Strategic Studies.[8]
In June 2022, Williams was nominated for promotion to general and appointment as
Awards and decorations
Basic Parachutist Badge |
Army Staff Identification Badge |
Presidential Service Badge |
Distinctive Unit Insignia
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Shoulder Sleeve Insignia
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4 Overseas Service Bars |
Defense Distinguished Service Medal |
Army Distinguished Service Medal with one bronze oak leaf cluster |
Defense Superior Service Medal with oak leaf cluster |
Legion of Merit with three oak leaf clusters |
Bronze Star Medal with oak leaf cluster |
Defense Meritorious Service Medal |
Meritorious Service Medal with silver oak leaf cluster |
Army Commendation Medal with oak leaf cluster
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Army Achievement Medal
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Joint Meritorious Unit Award with oak leaf cluster |
Valorous Unit Award |
Meritorious Unit Commendation |
Superior Unit Award |
National Defense Service Medal with one bronze service star |
Southwest Asia Service Medal with two service stars |
Iraq Campaign Medal with service star |
Global War on Terrorism Service Medal |
Korea Defense Service Medal |
Armed Forces Service Medal |
Humanitarian Service Medal |
Army Service Ribbon |
award numeral 8
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Medal of Honour - Defence General Staff Joint Forces (Italy) |
Kuwait Liberation Medal (Saudi Arabia) |
Kuwait Liberation Medal (Kuwait) |
References
- ^ "Darryl Anthony Williams". West Point Association of Graduates. Retrieved 21 November 2020.
- ^ Creed, Phil (15 July 2018). "Mount Vernon alum takes over as new superintendent of West Point". Covering The Corridor. Alexandria, VA.
- ^ "LTG Darryl A. Williams | Association of the United States Army". ausa.org. Retrieved 29 June 2018.
- ^ "Williams assumes command, becomes 60th USMA Superintendent". Pointer View. Retrieved 13 September 2020.
- ^ "Warrior Transition Command welcomes new commander". US Army. Retrieved 13 September 2020.
- ^ "Darryl A. Williams: The Man Who Will Lead the War on Ebola". nbcnews.com. Retrieved 29 June 2018.
- ^ "Allied Land Command – Lieutenant General Williams Takes Lead of Allied Land Command". lc.nato.int. Retrieved 29 June 2018.
- ^ "Superintendent's Biography". Retrieved 13 September 2020.
- ^ "PN2254 — Lt. Gen. Darryl A. Williams — Army". United States Congress. 8 June 2022.
- ^ McLeary, Paul (3 June 2022). "Williams recommended to be next Army Europe commander". Politico. Retrieved 4 June 2022.
- ^ "Webcast: U.S. Army Europe and Africa Change of Command Ceremony". DVIDS. 24 June 2022. Retrieved 25 June 2022.
- ^ Andries, Brian (4 August 2022). "NATO Allied Land Command Welcomes New Commander". DVIDS. Buca: NATO - Allied Land Command. Retrieved 4 August 2022.