Kenneth P. Ekman is a United States Air Force major general who serves as the Department of Defense West Africa Coordination Element Lead. He previously served as the director of strategy, engagement, and programs of the United States Africa Command.[1]
Kenneth P. Ekman | |
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Allegiance | United States |
Branch | United States Air Force |
Years of service | 1991–present |
Rank | Major General |
Commands | 8th Fighter Wing 79th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron 79th Fighter Squadron |
Battles / wars | War in Afghanistan Iraq War Operation Inherent Resolve |
Awards | Defense Superior Service Medal (3) Legion of Merit (2) Distinguished Flying Cross Bronze Star Medal |
Ekman served as deputy commander for operations of the Combined Joint Task Force – Operation Inherent Resolve. He also served as the vice commander of the First Air Force.[2][3][4][5]
References
edit- ^ "General Officer Assignments". U.S. DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE.
- ^ "MAJOR GENERAL KENNETH P. EKMAN". www.af.mil.
- ^ "General Officer Announcements". U.S. DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE.
- ^ "Alumni Spotlight: Dagvin Anderson '88". January 4, 2021.
- ^ "New Commanders Nominated for AFCENT, Air National Guard". May 11, 2020.
External links
edit- Media related to Kenneth P. Ekman at Wikimedia Commons