1 00:00:00,140 --> 00:00:02,084 Southern command change of command 2 00:00:02,084 --> 00:00:04,800 ceremony during which Admiral Craig ? S 3 00:00:04,810 --> 00:00:06,690 Faller . United States Navy will 4 00:00:06,690 --> 00:00:09,050 relinquish command to General laura j . 5 00:00:09,060 --> 00:00:11,640 Richardson , United States Army . The 6 00:00:11,640 --> 00:00:14,000 ceremony will also acknowledge admiral 7 00:00:14,010 --> 00:00:16,370 fallers 38 year career as he retires 8 00:00:16,370 --> 00:00:19,120 from the United States Navy , United 9 00:00:19,120 --> 00:00:21,342 States Southern Command is comprised of 10 00:00:21,342 --> 00:00:23,398 five components and three Joint Task 11 00:00:23,398 --> 00:00:25,342 forces and they are represented at 12 00:00:25,342 --> 00:00:27,398 today's ceremony by their commanders 13 00:00:27,398 --> 00:00:29,342 and senior enlisted advisors . The 14 00:00:29,342 --> 00:00:31,398 service components are United States 15 00:00:31,398 --> 00:00:33,730 Army South headquartered at Fort Sam 16 00:00:33,730 --> 00:00:36,470 Houston texas . United States Marine 17 00:00:36,470 --> 00:00:38,640 Forces in South headquartered in New 18 00:00:38,640 --> 00:00:41,890 Orleans Louisiana . United States Naval 19 00:00:41,890 --> 00:00:44,112 Forces Southern Command , headquartered 20 00:00:44,112 --> 00:00:46,920 at Mayport Naval Base florida . United 21 00:00:46,920 --> 00:00:49,142 States Southern Air Force headquartered 22 00:00:49,142 --> 00:00:51,087 at Davis month . Um Air Force Base 23 00:00:51,087 --> 00:00:53,390 Arizona and United States Special 24 00:00:53,390 --> 00:00:55,557 Operations Command South headquartered 25 00:00:55,557 --> 00:00:58,160 at Homestead Air Reserve Base florida . 26 00:00:59,340 --> 00:01:01,610 The Joint Task Forces are Joint 27 00:01:01,620 --> 00:01:04,200 interagency Task Force South located in 28 00:01:04,200 --> 00:01:06,650 Key West florida . Joint Task Force 29 00:01:06,650 --> 00:01:08,930 Guantanamo located at Naval station 30 00:01:08,940 --> 00:01:12,020 Guantanamo Bay cuBA . And Joint Task 31 00:01:12,020 --> 00:01:14,230 Force bravo located at Soto Cano Air 32 00:01:14,230 --> 00:01:17,310 Base Honduras . We are honored to have 33 00:01:17,310 --> 00:01:19,310 today . Representatives of the many 34 00:01:19,310 --> 00:01:21,254 nations with which we are proud to 35 00:01:21,254 --> 00:01:23,143 partner with in Central and South 36 00:01:23,143 --> 00:01:25,143 America and the caribbean attending 37 00:01:25,143 --> 00:01:27,840 both in person and virtually here with 38 00:01:27,840 --> 00:01:29,729 us today are representatives from 39 00:01:29,729 --> 00:01:33,010 antigua Bahamas . Barbados , Belize 40 00:01:33,020 --> 00:01:36,930 brazil Canada chile Colombia 41 00:01:36,940 --> 00:01:40,300 Costa rica Dominican republic France 42 00:01:40,440 --> 00:01:43,740 Guatemala Guyana Honduras . 43 00:01:44,140 --> 00:01:47,830 Jamaica Mexico . The Netherlands Panama . 44 00:01:47,840 --> 00:01:51,770 Paraguay . Peru Saint Lucia , Suriname 45 00:01:51,780 --> 00:01:54,940 and Trinidad and tobago Also present 46 00:01:54,940 --> 00:01:56,940 are senior representatives from the 47 00:01:56,940 --> 00:01:58,884 Caribbean community implementation 48 00:01:58,884 --> 00:02:00,996 agency for crime and Security and the 49 00:02:00,996 --> 00:02:04,070 inter american Defense Board . A very 50 00:02:04,070 --> 00:02:06,450 special welcome to Senator Joni ernst 51 00:02:07,040 --> 00:02:08,929 and United States representatives 52 00:02:08,929 --> 00:02:11,580 Debbie Wasserman Schultz and steve 53 00:02:11,580 --> 00:02:14,170 Womack . Also in attendance are the 54 00:02:14,170 --> 00:02:16,392 Chief of Staff of the Air Force General 55 00:02:16,392 --> 00:02:18,614 Charles brown and the commandant of the 56 00:02:18,614 --> 00:02:21,340 Coast Guard . Admiral Karl Schultz . We 57 00:02:21,340 --> 00:02:23,451 would also like to welcome members of 58 00:02:23,451 --> 00:02:25,062 the diplomatic corps and our 59 00:02:25,062 --> 00:02:27,229 interagency partners as well as senior 60 00:02:27,229 --> 00:02:29,340 leaders from the federal military and 61 00:02:29,340 --> 00:02:31,610 civilian community . We are especially 62 00:02:31,610 --> 00:02:33,610 honored to welcome the Secretary of 63 00:02:33,610 --> 00:02:35,499 Defense , the honorable Lloyd J . 64 00:02:35,499 --> 00:02:37,499 Austin the third and the chairman , 65 00:02:37,499 --> 00:02:39,570 Joint Chiefs of Staff General Mark A 66 00:02:39,570 --> 00:02:41,626 Milley . United States Army who will 67 00:02:41,626 --> 00:02:43,403 preside over today's ceremony . 68 00:02:46,540 --> 00:02:48,762 Ladies and gentlemen , please stand for 69 00:02:48,762 --> 00:02:50,873 the arrival of the official party and 70 00:02:50,873 --> 00:02:52,707 remain standing for honors . The 71 00:02:52,707 --> 00:02:54,596 presentation of colors , national 72 00:02:54,596 --> 00:02:56,540 anthem and invocation delivered by 73 00:02:56,540 --> 00:02:58,596 Captain Curtis Price , United States 74 00:02:58,596 --> 00:02:59,929 Navy Command chaplain . 75 00:03:29,740 --> 00:03:30,740 Yeah . 76 00:03:41,340 --> 00:03:42,450 Mhm . Mhm . 77 00:03:50,540 --> 00:03:52,250 Yeah . Mhm 78 00:03:58,040 --> 00:03:59,450 mm . Mhm . 79 00:04:08,540 --> 00:04:09,540 Yeah . 80 00:04:13,540 --> 00:04:17,360 Oh right shoulder 81 00:04:23,440 --> 00:04:27,080 colors right forward . 82 00:04:27,300 --> 00:04:28,300 March . 83 00:04:43,640 --> 00:04:45,350 Yeah . Mm . 84 00:04:52,040 --> 00:04:53,660 Mhm . Oh . 85 00:05:00,540 --> 00:05:01,540 Mhm . 86 00:05:04,340 --> 00:05:05,340 Mhm 87 00:05:12,440 --> 00:05:12,760 mm . 88 00:05:18,540 --> 00:05:21,760 Yeah . Yeah . Yeah . 89 00:05:22,240 --> 00:05:23,780 Mhm . Yeah . 90 00:05:28,840 --> 00:05:31,260 Yeah . Yeah . 91 00:05:35,240 --> 00:05:36,240 Yeah . 92 00:05:47,140 --> 00:05:50,040 Yeah . Thank you . 93 00:05:56,440 --> 00:05:58,940 Mm . Yeah . Yeah . 94 00:06:01,140 --> 00:06:04,990 Yeah . Yeah . Mm 95 00:06:04,990 --> 00:06:05,990 hmm . 96 00:06:44,040 --> 00:06:45,040 Yeah 97 00:07:13,740 --> 00:07:15,960 America 98 00:07:16,740 --> 00:07:19,900 land that I 99 00:07:19,910 --> 00:07:23,470 love stand beside 100 00:07:23,470 --> 00:07:27,160 her and guide her 101 00:07:27,170 --> 00:07:30,530 through the night with a light from 102 00:07:30,530 --> 00:07:33,220 above from the 103 00:07:33,220 --> 00:07:36,100 mountains to the 104 00:07:36,100 --> 00:07:39,120 prairies to the 105 00:07:39,120 --> 00:07:42,210 oceans wide with 106 00:07:42,210 --> 00:07:45,690 phone . God 107 00:07:45,690 --> 00:07:49,250 bless America 108 00:07:49,260 --> 00:07:51,530 my home 109 00:07:51,530 --> 00:07:55,060 sweet home 110 00:07:55,540 --> 00:07:59,400 from the mountains to the 111 00:07:59,400 --> 00:08:02,460 prairies to the 112 00:08:02,460 --> 00:08:05,540 oceans wide with 113 00:08:05,540 --> 00:08:08,910 foam . God 114 00:08:08,910 --> 00:08:12,850 bless America 115 00:08:12,860 --> 00:08:16,610 my home . Sweet 116 00:08:16,610 --> 00:08:18,650 home . 117 00:08:19,140 --> 00:08:21,780 God bless 118 00:08:21,780 --> 00:08:25,670 America . My 119 00:08:25,670 --> 00:08:27,270 home 120 00:08:27,420 --> 00:08:29,910 sweet 121 00:08:29,910 --> 00:08:31,760 home . 122 00:08:38,440 --> 00:08:39,440 Okay 123 00:08:46,740 --> 00:08:50,660 yeah , let us pray . 124 00:08:52,140 --> 00:08:54,510 Oh mighty God as we witness the 125 00:08:54,510 --> 00:08:56,880 transfer of authority and the military 126 00:08:56,880 --> 00:08:59,290 might of our great nation From one 127 00:08:59,290 --> 00:09:02,030 military commander to another . Help us 128 00:09:02,030 --> 00:09:04,610 to always keep in mind that such power 129 00:09:04,700 --> 00:09:07,350 is at its greatest when it is used in 130 00:09:07,350 --> 00:09:10,760 the pursuit of peace . May this day be 131 00:09:10,760 --> 00:09:13,470 a testimony of our nation's commitment 132 00:09:13,550 --> 00:09:15,950 to peace and freedom around the world . 133 00:09:16,540 --> 00:09:20,380 May our ideals be on full display 134 00:09:20,380 --> 00:09:24,240 for all to see that we believe in life , 135 00:09:24,250 --> 00:09:26,306 liberty and the pursuit of happiness 136 00:09:26,306 --> 00:09:28,528 and that we are willing to lay down our 137 00:09:28,528 --> 00:09:30,750 lives in the defense of those ideals . 138 00:09:31,740 --> 00:09:34,170 Grant this day your blessing as we 139 00:09:34,170 --> 00:09:36,250 celebrate the peaceful transition of 140 00:09:36,250 --> 00:09:39,160 command from Admiral Faller to General 141 00:09:39,160 --> 00:09:41,730 Richardson . Thank you for the last few 142 00:09:41,730 --> 00:09:44,140 years with Admiral Faller and for 143 00:09:44,140 --> 00:09:47,640 Martha and for teaching us above all 144 00:09:47,650 --> 00:09:51,200 else the transformative and 145 00:09:51,200 --> 00:09:54,060 strategic power of relationships 146 00:09:54,940 --> 00:09:56,996 bless them . Their daughter jess and 147 00:09:56,996 --> 00:09:59,370 her husband Sam . And the grandchildren , 148 00:09:59,380 --> 00:10:01,800 Finn and Henry and bless Their daughter 149 00:10:01,800 --> 00:10:04,130 Abby , her husband brian and 150 00:10:04,140 --> 00:10:07,070 granddaughter Caroline . And as they 151 00:10:07,070 --> 00:10:09,292 set off on new adventures , bless their 152 00:10:09,292 --> 00:10:11,850 constant companions . Hunter and Elvis . 153 00:10:12,740 --> 00:10:15,590 And as we transition to new leadership 154 00:10:15,600 --> 00:10:18,050 bless now Lord our new commander . 155 00:10:18,640 --> 00:10:21,510 General Richardson grant her wisdom and 156 00:10:21,510 --> 00:10:24,150 her every decision as she leads us into 157 00:10:24,150 --> 00:10:26,560 tomorrow . Bless her husband . 158 00:10:26,560 --> 00:10:28,560 Lieutenant General Richardson . Her 159 00:10:28,560 --> 00:10:30,600 daughter Lauren and granddaughter . 160 00:10:30,600 --> 00:10:33,490 Anna extended family and friends . 161 00:10:34,340 --> 00:10:36,800 Help each to feel welcomed by the south 162 00:10:36,800 --> 00:10:40,260 um family blessed now each member of 163 00:10:40,260 --> 00:10:42,480 the um team and the mission you have 164 00:10:42,480 --> 00:10:45,090 entrusted to each of us . When we ask 165 00:10:45,100 --> 00:10:46,960 in your holy name . Amen , 166 00:10:51,340 --> 00:10:53,562 ladies and gentlemen , please be seated 167 00:10:57,940 --> 00:10:59,829 at this time . Please direct your 168 00:10:59,829 --> 00:11:01,996 attention to the screen in the back of 169 00:11:01,996 --> 00:11:04,107 the gymnasium or a brief message from 170 00:11:04,107 --> 00:11:05,884 the Secretary of the Navy , the 171 00:11:05,884 --> 00:11:07,996 honorable Carlos del Toro Craig . I'm 172 00:11:07,996 --> 00:11:09,996 sorry I can't join you today as you 173 00:11:09,996 --> 00:11:12,107 pipe ashore for the last time . Right 174 00:11:12,107 --> 00:11:14,218 now . I'm meeting with our allies and 175 00:11:14,218 --> 00:11:16,218 partners in the indo pacific region 176 00:11:16,218 --> 00:11:16,140 where you served so honorably for so 177 00:11:16,140 --> 00:11:18,140 many years . That's just one of the 178 00:11:18,140 --> 00:11:19,973 many parts of the world that has 179 00:11:19,973 --> 00:11:22,029 benefited from your superior service 180 00:11:22,029 --> 00:11:23,751 throughout the years . When we 181 00:11:23,751 --> 00:11:25,918 commissioned together in 1983 , it was 182 00:11:25,918 --> 00:11:25,800 clear that you have the technical 183 00:11:25,800 --> 00:11:27,967 skills to be a great junior officers . 184 00:11:27,967 --> 00:11:30,189 But it was also clear that you have the 185 00:11:30,189 --> 00:11:32,300 leadership capability and the bedrock 186 00:11:32,300 --> 00:11:34,244 integrity to one day , reached the 187 00:11:34,244 --> 00:11:36,467 highest levels of command through every 188 00:11:36,467 --> 00:11:38,689 challenge . From Cold War to gulf War 9 189 00:11:38,689 --> 00:11:40,911 11 to the tsunami . You've come through 190 00:11:40,911 --> 00:11:43,078 for our fleet , our navy and our world 191 00:11:43,078 --> 00:11:42,870 as Commander of South . Um you've 192 00:11:42,870 --> 00:11:45,092 delivered for our joint forests and our 193 00:11:45,092 --> 00:11:47,259 many great allies and partners in this 194 00:11:47,259 --> 00:11:49,259 hemisphere . The Unitas exercise we 195 00:11:49,259 --> 00:11:51,481 recently completed in Peru is a perfect 196 00:11:51,481 --> 00:11:53,481 example of that over 5000 personnel 197 00:11:53,481 --> 00:11:55,810 from 20 nations operated side by side 198 00:11:55,810 --> 00:11:58,160 on 32 ships . These opportunities to 199 00:11:58,160 --> 00:12:00,382 train and operate together are critical 200 00:12:00,382 --> 00:12:02,604 to the future , security and prosperity 201 00:12:02,604 --> 00:12:04,938 of this region . We all call home craig . 202 00:12:04,938 --> 00:12:06,493 That's just one of the many 203 00:12:06,493 --> 00:12:08,604 achievements at south calm under your 204 00:12:08,604 --> 00:12:10,660 watch , compassion , determination , 205 00:12:10,660 --> 00:12:10,620 lifesaving leadership . You 206 00:12:10,620 --> 00:12:12,398 demonstrated in response to the 207 00:12:12,398 --> 00:12:14,509 earthquake in Haiti is an inspiration 208 00:12:14,509 --> 00:12:16,790 to us all and thanks to you . So um , 209 00:12:16,790 --> 00:12:18,846 is better position to counter threat 210 00:12:18,846 --> 00:12:20,957 networks respond to natural disasters 211 00:12:20,957 --> 00:12:23,179 and work together with our neighbors as 212 00:12:23,179 --> 00:12:24,901 a Cuban immigrant . I know the 213 00:12:24,901 --> 00:12:26,901 importance of freedom , dignity and 214 00:12:26,901 --> 00:12:29,123 security in the region . I know that we 215 00:12:29,123 --> 00:12:28,890 must stand alongside our allies and our 216 00:12:28,890 --> 00:12:31,001 partners to the south . The spirit of 217 00:12:31,001 --> 00:12:33,223 mutual strength and respect . I'm proud 218 00:12:33,223 --> 00:12:35,390 of all that you have done and everyone 219 00:12:35,390 --> 00:12:37,446 at South com has achieved and I know 220 00:12:37,446 --> 00:12:39,612 you leave this command in good hands . 221 00:12:39,612 --> 00:12:41,557 General Richardson , thank you for 222 00:12:41,557 --> 00:12:43,612 taking on this crucial role . I look 223 00:12:43,612 --> 00:12:45,834 forward to working with you as well and 224 00:12:45,834 --> 00:12:47,890 to craig and Martha . Thanks for all 225 00:12:47,890 --> 00:12:50,001 that you've done for our sailors fair 226 00:12:50,001 --> 00:12:52,168 winds and following seas for your well 227 00:12:52,168 --> 00:12:54,334 deserved retirements . Congratulations 228 00:12:54,334 --> 00:12:53,960 Shipmate and classmates . 229 00:13:04,440 --> 00:13:06,440 Ladies and gentlemen , it is now my 230 00:13:06,440 --> 00:13:08,496 pleasure to introduce the Chairman , 231 00:13:08,496 --> 00:13:10,551 Joint Chiefs of Staff General Mark A 232 00:13:10,551 --> 00:13:12,218 Milley , United States Army . 233 00:13:19,840 --> 00:13:23,080 I wanna just take a moment and say 234 00:13:23,090 --> 00:13:25,400 thank you to all of you for being here 235 00:13:25,400 --> 00:13:28,830 and participating in this event . It's 236 00:13:28,830 --> 00:13:31,350 an important event for our nation and 237 00:13:31,350 --> 00:13:33,294 most importantly it's an important 238 00:13:33,294 --> 00:13:34,970 event uh , for the Fowler and 239 00:13:34,970 --> 00:13:37,026 Richardson family and for the entire 240 00:13:37,026 --> 00:13:39,248 South com family . So thank you all for 241 00:13:39,248 --> 00:13:41,248 being here . There's the senators , 242 00:13:41,248 --> 00:13:43,192 this congressman as members of the 243 00:13:43,192 --> 00:13:45,303 joint Chiefs . Uh , there's all kinds 244 00:13:45,303 --> 00:13:47,526 of dignitaries . Chiefs of Defense from 245 00:13:47,526 --> 00:13:50,110 47 different nations and partners here . 246 00:13:50,120 --> 00:13:52,342 So many of you have made the trip to be 247 00:13:52,342 --> 00:13:54,564 here to celebrate this day . And I just 248 00:13:54,564 --> 00:13:58,070 want to say thank you to all of you . I 249 00:13:58,070 --> 00:14:00,370 want to say a particular thanks uh , to 250 00:14:00,370 --> 00:14:03,180 the sec def presiding over the ceremony . 251 00:14:03,180 --> 00:14:05,850 I've known sec def . Austin for many , 252 00:14:05,850 --> 00:14:08,220 many years , decades . In fact , this 253 00:14:08,220 --> 00:14:10,460 is a man of enormous integrity , a man 254 00:14:10,460 --> 00:14:13,620 that I have seen personally up close in 255 00:14:13,620 --> 00:14:16,990 combat as we fought the fight on many , 256 00:14:16,990 --> 00:14:19,530 many occasions in the Middle East and 257 00:14:19,530 --> 00:14:22,920 elsewhere . We are incredibly lucky to 258 00:14:22,920 --> 00:14:25,430 have you standing tall as our secretary 259 00:14:25,430 --> 00:14:27,374 defense . Well , thank you sir for 260 00:14:27,374 --> 00:14:29,710 being here . There are many of you who 261 00:14:29,710 --> 00:14:32,120 are here , but perhaps none more 262 00:14:32,120 --> 00:14:34,510 important I think , than the soldiers , 263 00:14:34,510 --> 00:14:37,430 sailors , airmen , marines , space 264 00:14:37,430 --> 00:14:40,270 guardians and coast guardsmen and all 265 00:14:40,270 --> 00:14:43,090 of the many , many civilians assigned 266 00:14:43,100 --> 00:14:45,520 or attached to the United States 267 00:14:45,520 --> 00:14:48,380 Southern Command for 50 years . Uh , 268 00:14:48,390 --> 00:14:50,810 Southern Command has built an 269 00:14:50,810 --> 00:14:54,000 incredible reputation for regional 270 00:14:54,000 --> 00:14:56,850 expertise for inter agency cooperation 271 00:14:56,850 --> 00:14:59,090 and partnership throughout the entire 272 00:14:59,100 --> 00:15:01,044 Western hemisphere . And there are 273 00:15:01,044 --> 00:15:04,730 thousands of you who are doing it , 274 00:15:05,110 --> 00:15:07,650 7365 . uh , risking your life , your 275 00:15:07,650 --> 00:15:10,520 limb uh , separating from your family 276 00:15:10,520 --> 00:15:12,890 and sacrificing on a day to day basis 277 00:15:12,900 --> 00:15:15,290 and many of you who are their assigned 278 00:15:15,290 --> 00:15:17,800 to South um , are not here today . So I 279 00:15:17,800 --> 00:15:20,390 want to extend a warm welcome to them . 280 00:15:20,400 --> 00:15:23,060 Even if they are joining us by zoom or 281 00:15:23,060 --> 00:15:26,150 Vtc or whatever means uh , we have the 282 00:15:26,150 --> 00:15:28,890 integration of the interagency efforts 283 00:15:28,890 --> 00:15:30,779 and military capabilities and the 284 00:15:30,779 --> 00:15:32,723 partners that Southern command has 285 00:15:32,723 --> 00:15:34,946 brought together has really put meat on 286 00:15:34,946 --> 00:15:36,890 the bones of a concept that sector 287 00:15:36,890 --> 00:15:38,850 boston has introduced to us called 288 00:15:38,850 --> 00:15:40,880 integrated deterrence . Uh , and it 289 00:15:40,880 --> 00:15:43,350 means a great deal not only in Asia and 290 00:15:43,350 --> 00:15:45,461 europe and Africa , the Middle East , 291 00:15:45,461 --> 00:15:47,683 but it means a great deal right here in 292 00:15:47,683 --> 00:15:49,517 our own Western hemisphere . The 293 00:15:49,517 --> 00:15:51,572 Southern Command works together with 294 00:15:51,572 --> 00:15:53,220 our partner nations to fight 295 00:15:53,230 --> 00:15:55,800 transnational criminal organizations , 296 00:15:55,810 --> 00:15:58,810 to counter the malign influences of 297 00:15:58,820 --> 00:16:01,070 adversary nations that dare to come 298 00:16:01,070 --> 00:16:03,240 into the Western Hemisphere to respond 299 00:16:03,240 --> 00:16:05,300 to natural disasters and help our 300 00:16:05,300 --> 00:16:08,070 friends in need to meet any challenge 301 00:16:08,070 --> 00:16:10,680 that comes our way . And so um does all 302 00:16:10,680 --> 00:16:13,060 of this with teams that work together 303 00:16:13,060 --> 00:16:15,220 to accomplish big things with a clear 304 00:16:15,220 --> 00:16:17,980 eyed goal of ensuring our hemispheric 305 00:16:17,980 --> 00:16:20,560 stability . Our regional partners are 306 00:16:20,560 --> 00:16:23,680 the bulwark Of security and stability 307 00:16:23,690 --> 00:16:25,900 in this hemisphere . The United States 308 00:16:25,900 --> 00:16:28,067 is a great country , great power , but 309 00:16:28,067 --> 00:16:30,230 we don't do anything alone . We do it 310 00:16:30,230 --> 00:16:32,452 with our friends and partners and there 311 00:16:32,452 --> 00:16:35,320 are 23 I think represented here today 312 00:16:35,330 --> 00:16:37,710 of the 47 allies and partners that 313 00:16:37,710 --> 00:16:39,821 throughout the region and I'd like to 314 00:16:39,821 --> 00:16:41,654 acknowledge them with a round of 315 00:16:41,654 --> 00:16:40,960 applause . 316 00:16:50,940 --> 00:16:53,470 Many of the countries in the region 317 00:16:53,480 --> 00:16:55,591 have fought shoulder to shoulder with 318 00:16:55,591 --> 00:16:57,758 the United States military and various 319 00:16:57,758 --> 00:16:59,940 campaigns from World War Two to Korea 320 00:16:59,950 --> 00:17:02,230 to Vietnam and throughout not only this 321 00:17:02,230 --> 00:17:04,286 region , but elsewhere . Uh and that 322 00:17:04,286 --> 00:17:06,452 has been incredibly significant to our 323 00:17:06,452 --> 00:17:08,210 country . This is in fact a 324 00:17:08,210 --> 00:17:10,432 neighborhood of neighbors , the Western 325 00:17:10,432 --> 00:17:12,488 Hemisphere is and it's all of ours . 326 00:17:12,488 --> 00:17:15,110 This hemisphere belongs to us and to no 327 00:17:15,110 --> 00:17:17,054 one else and we're all shoulder to 328 00:17:17,054 --> 00:17:18,940 shoulder in that common cause to 329 00:17:18,940 --> 00:17:20,780 protect our hemisphere from any 330 00:17:20,780 --> 00:17:23,040 international threats . Economic 331 00:17:23,040 --> 00:17:25,270 competition is welcome . Any country 332 00:17:25,270 --> 00:17:27,530 that ever wants to compete economically 333 00:17:27,530 --> 00:17:29,586 is welcome to do so . But efforts to 334 00:17:29,586 --> 00:17:31,380 undermine the security of this 335 00:17:31,380 --> 00:17:33,700 hemisphere , undermine our collective 336 00:17:33,700 --> 00:17:36,130 security and our cooperation undermine 337 00:17:36,130 --> 00:17:38,290 our prosperity will be met with a 338 00:17:38,290 --> 00:17:40,346 strong partnerships that we have new 339 00:17:40,346 --> 00:17:42,457 together over many , many years under 340 00:17:42,457 --> 00:17:44,346 the leadership , Southern Command 341 00:17:44,346 --> 00:17:46,260 deterrence against our potential 342 00:17:46,260 --> 00:17:48,910 adversaries such as china or Russia or 343 00:17:48,910 --> 00:17:51,650 Iran or terrorists or drug cartels or 344 00:17:51,660 --> 00:17:54,170 human traffickers or any other threat 345 00:17:54,540 --> 00:17:56,540 will be met with a unified level of 346 00:17:56,540 --> 00:17:58,770 resistance by every single country in 347 00:17:58,770 --> 00:18:00,992 this hemisphere . And we have seen that 348 00:18:00,992 --> 00:18:03,048 over many , many years over the last 349 00:18:03,048 --> 00:18:05,130 three years , South com has done 350 00:18:05,130 --> 00:18:06,852 exactly that . Under the great 351 00:18:06,852 --> 00:18:09,660 leadership of Craig , Fowler , Admiral 352 00:18:09,660 --> 00:18:11,716 Fallon has accomplished all of these 353 00:18:11,716 --> 00:18:13,827 tasks to an exceptionally high degree 354 00:18:13,827 --> 00:18:16,290 and for that frag not only me 355 00:18:16,290 --> 00:18:18,290 personally as a friend of yours for 356 00:18:18,290 --> 00:18:20,346 many , many years , but on behalf of 357 00:18:20,346 --> 00:18:22,401 the United States , on behalf of all 358 00:18:22,401 --> 00:18:24,623 the countries in the southern command . 359 00:18:24,623 --> 00:18:26,679 You are , I want to say thank you to 360 00:18:26,679 --> 00:18:25,460 you 361 00:18:34,540 --> 00:18:36,750 And Craig didn't get here by himself . 362 00:18:36,750 --> 00:18:39,990 None of us ever do at these ranks . And 363 00:18:39,990 --> 00:18:42,290 it's really because of Craig's family 364 00:18:42,300 --> 00:18:45,120 that he sits here before you . After 38 365 00:18:45,120 --> 00:18:47,231 consecutive years of faithful service 366 00:18:47,340 --> 00:18:49,700 to our country . Craig's father 367 00:18:49,710 --> 00:18:51,920 couldn't be here with us today , but 368 00:18:51,920 --> 00:18:54,360 he's watching virtually . Craig's 369 00:18:54,360 --> 00:18:57,260 father is an army veteran . So he chose 370 00:18:57,260 --> 00:18:59,920 the correct service craig . And uh , 371 00:18:59,930 --> 00:19:02,520 and I can only imagine why you did not 372 00:19:02,530 --> 00:19:06,490 join the army enough said even if you 373 00:19:06,490 --> 00:19:08,601 were classmates with the Secretary of 374 00:19:08,601 --> 00:19:12,180 the Navy . Craig's mother unfortunately 375 00:19:12,190 --> 00:19:14,412 has passed on and couldn't be with us . 376 00:19:14,420 --> 00:19:17,420 But I am quite certain that she is 377 00:19:17,420 --> 00:19:19,660 looking down upon this ceremony today 378 00:19:19,670 --> 00:19:22,190 with incredible pride in all that you 379 00:19:22,190 --> 00:19:24,290 have accomplished . It's Craig's mom 380 00:19:24,290 --> 00:19:26,900 and dad who molded him and gave him the 381 00:19:26,900 --> 00:19:28,844 values and the character that have 382 00:19:28,844 --> 00:19:31,011 withstood the pressure test of life at 383 00:19:31,011 --> 00:19:33,460 sea and peace and war and understood 384 00:19:33,460 --> 00:19:35,700 the demands of military high command in 385 00:19:35,700 --> 00:19:38,560 multiple theaters to mom and dad . We 386 00:19:38,560 --> 00:19:41,850 also say thank you for loaning us Craig 387 00:19:41,850 --> 00:19:44,340 Fowler Yeah , 388 00:19:46,240 --> 00:19:47,240 yeah . 389 00:19:51,940 --> 00:19:54,540 And I can also say without a doubt that 390 00:19:54,540 --> 00:19:57,080 Craig would not be here if it were not 391 00:19:57,080 --> 00:19:59,920 for Martha . She has been by his side 392 00:19:59,930 --> 00:20:03,450 for 37 of his 38 years of commission 393 00:20:03,450 --> 00:20:06,130 service at every single time . She 394 00:20:06,130 --> 00:20:08,352 sings God bless America or the national 395 00:20:08,352 --> 00:20:11,010 anthem or any other song she inspires 396 00:20:11,010 --> 00:20:14,170 us also . Martha thank you . Mhm . 397 00:20:29,740 --> 00:20:33,220 Okay . You know 398 00:20:33,220 --> 00:20:37,200 mater has managed the Fowler family 399 00:20:37,200 --> 00:20:40,600 through 27 moves . Accomplice 400 00:20:40,600 --> 00:20:42,711 leadership positions over the years . 401 00:20:42,711 --> 00:20:44,878 She's raised to tremendous daughters , 402 00:20:44,878 --> 00:20:47,640 Jessica and Abby while simultaneously 403 00:20:47,640 --> 00:20:49,970 serving the navy sailors and their 404 00:20:49,970 --> 00:20:52,720 families . And now in this joint 405 00:20:52,720 --> 00:20:55,040 command , she's done the same for our 406 00:20:55,040 --> 00:20:57,207 soldiers , some marines , our airmen , 407 00:20:57,207 --> 00:20:59,670 coast Guardsmen with thousands of hours 408 00:20:59,670 --> 00:21:02,250 of volunteer service and service . Also 409 00:21:02,250 --> 00:21:05,360 as an Arlington , lady Martha has 410 00:21:05,370 --> 00:21:07,426 comforted the families of our fallen 411 00:21:07,540 --> 00:21:09,596 who are buried in National Arlington 412 00:21:09,596 --> 00:21:11,780 National Cemetery . She doesn't get 413 00:21:11,780 --> 00:21:14,640 paid a dime for anything she has done 414 00:21:14,650 --> 00:21:16,570 over the years and she's been 415 00:21:16,570 --> 00:21:19,270 absolutely instrumental here at CNN . 416 00:21:20,140 --> 00:21:23,260 Her family heritage is also from brazil 417 00:21:23,840 --> 00:21:26,007 and she demonstrates that the cloth of 418 00:21:26,007 --> 00:21:28,007 the United States is woven into the 419 00:21:28,007 --> 00:21:30,760 multicultural cloth of our nation . 420 00:21:31,840 --> 00:21:34,800 Her father Lynn all Immigrated to the 421 00:21:34,800 --> 00:21:37,760 United States from Brazil in 1947 . He 422 00:21:37,760 --> 00:21:39,871 also contributes and helps craig as a 423 00:21:39,871 --> 00:21:42,590 cultural advisor . Martha is a 424 00:21:42,600 --> 00:21:44,822 professional singer , as you just heard 425 00:21:44,830 --> 00:21:47,290 a classical guitarist and has served as 426 00:21:47,290 --> 00:21:49,457 the executive director for a major U . 427 00:21:49,457 --> 00:21:51,880 S . Company all the while . She has 428 00:21:51,880 --> 00:21:54,100 served those around her and being a 429 00:21:54,100 --> 00:21:56,370 fantastic example of what it means to 430 00:21:56,370 --> 00:21:58,910 be a serving military spouse . So thank 431 00:21:58,910 --> 00:22:01,077 you again , Martha for your leadership 432 00:22:01,077 --> 00:22:03,770 and your support to craig and craig And 433 00:22:04,440 --> 00:22:06,773 Martha is incredibly talented daughters . 434 00:22:06,773 --> 00:22:08,773 Abby and Jessica . They couldn't be 435 00:22:08,773 --> 00:22:10,996 here with us in person today . But they 436 00:22:10,996 --> 00:22:13,218 are watching as well . And I would like 437 00:22:13,218 --> 00:22:15,273 to say just a word or two about them 438 00:22:15,273 --> 00:22:18,040 because it is your unconditional love 439 00:22:18,040 --> 00:22:20,151 of your father . That has allowed him 440 00:22:20,151 --> 00:22:23,600 also to be sitting here today . Jessica 441 00:22:23,600 --> 00:22:25,711 is the mother of two boys , Henry and 442 00:22:25,711 --> 00:22:28,040 Finn and Abby is the mother to their 443 00:22:28,050 --> 00:22:30,920 first granddaughter Caroline . There 444 00:22:30,920 --> 00:22:33,470 are both talented , resilient , smart , 445 00:22:33,480 --> 00:22:35,591 good parents , wonderful adults And I 446 00:22:35,591 --> 00:22:37,800 can tell you they are both the best 447 00:22:37,800 --> 00:22:40,720 friends of Craig and marc . They moved 448 00:22:40,720 --> 00:22:42,609 just about every year in school . 449 00:22:42,740 --> 00:22:44,907 Sometimes they didn't want to but they 450 00:22:44,907 --> 00:22:46,962 did anyway and they didn't volunteer 451 00:22:46,962 --> 00:22:49,080 for this life of service . They were 452 00:22:49,080 --> 00:22:51,090 drafted into it . But they did it 453 00:22:51,090 --> 00:22:52,979 nonetheless . And they served and 454 00:22:52,979 --> 00:22:55,950 sacrificed every bit as much as anyone 455 00:22:55,950 --> 00:22:58,290 of us in uniform . So thank you gesture 456 00:22:58,290 --> 00:23:00,960 and Abby for your service and sacrifice . 457 00:23:07,340 --> 00:23:11,070 Mhm . It's one of the which 458 00:23:11,070 --> 00:23:13,070 Hollywood square are they correct ? 459 00:23:13,070 --> 00:23:16,690 Very good . So craig is done some 460 00:23:16,690 --> 00:23:18,801 incredible things here at self common 461 00:23:18,801 --> 00:23:20,912 throughout his career . A career that 462 00:23:20,912 --> 00:23:22,968 started humbly on the deck plates of 463 00:23:22,968 --> 00:23:25,380 the the mighty socar the uss south 464 00:23:25,380 --> 00:23:28,150 Carolina , a nuclear power guided 465 00:23:28,150 --> 00:23:30,720 missile cruiser . Through his command 466 00:23:30,720 --> 00:23:32,776 of the Ali burke destroyer . The USs 467 00:23:32,776 --> 00:23:35,340 stethem a ship that was named after a 468 00:23:35,340 --> 00:23:38,320 sailor who refused to a terrorist on a 469 00:23:38,640 --> 00:23:41,850 flight 847 and paid 470 00:23:42,440 --> 00:23:44,770 for his resistance with his life . 471 00:23:45,940 --> 00:23:48,162 Craig also commanded the Carrier Strike 472 00:23:48,162 --> 00:23:50,280 Group three providing options for the 473 00:23:50,280 --> 00:23:52,700 then centcom commander . An incredible 474 00:23:52,700 --> 00:23:54,700 combat air support to both Iraq and 475 00:23:54,700 --> 00:23:56,756 Afghanistan . Their operation is new 476 00:23:56,756 --> 00:23:59,820 dawn and enduring freedom Craig has 477 00:23:59,820 --> 00:24:01,740 also done all the hard staff jobs 478 00:24:01,880 --> 00:24:05,250 including the Centcom J7 and then later 479 00:24:05,250 --> 00:24:07,920 the senior military assistant to the 480 00:24:07,930 --> 00:24:10,570 Secretary of Defense General Secretary . 481 00:24:10,570 --> 00:24:13,960 Retired Mattis Craig's accomplishments 482 00:24:13,960 --> 00:24:16,280 are numerous and his leadership has 483 00:24:16,280 --> 00:24:18,980 impacted the entire joint force and he 484 00:24:18,980 --> 00:24:21,370 is personally ensured that us 485 00:24:21,370 --> 00:24:23,426 competitive and positional advantage 486 00:24:23,426 --> 00:24:25,592 here in the Western hemisphere through 487 00:24:25,592 --> 00:24:27,703 a results oriented campaign , some of 488 00:24:27,703 --> 00:24:29,926 which you just heard from the Secretary 489 00:24:29,926 --> 00:24:31,920 of the Navy assessing outcomes and 490 00:24:31,920 --> 00:24:34,142 working together with our partners both 491 00:24:34,142 --> 00:24:35,753 in the region and across the 492 00:24:35,753 --> 00:24:37,810 interagency . Craig is tied together 493 00:24:37,900 --> 00:24:40,067 all kinds of activities for the common 494 00:24:40,067 --> 00:24:42,710 good . His champion professionalism 495 00:24:42,710 --> 00:24:44,543 with our partner nations and the 496 00:24:44,543 --> 00:24:46,660 security force business . He has led 497 00:24:46,670 --> 00:24:48,980 senior enlisted development and I want 498 00:24:48,980 --> 00:24:51,091 to highlight he played a crucial role 499 00:24:51,091 --> 00:24:53,550 in the first ever hemispheric why 500 00:24:53,550 --> 00:24:55,710 Defense senior enlisted leader 501 00:24:55,710 --> 00:24:57,910 conference and that he was done , he 502 00:24:57,910 --> 00:25:01,080 did that with his trusted assistant . 503 00:25:01,090 --> 00:25:03,510 His commands are Major Ben jones over 504 00:25:03,510 --> 00:25:05,620 here at his sights are major jones . 505 00:25:05,630 --> 00:25:07,900 Thank you for all you do . And all you 506 00:25:07,900 --> 00:25:10,122 represent as a senior enlisted in South 507 00:25:10,122 --> 00:25:12,750 kona Craig's focus on senior enlisted 508 00:25:12,750 --> 00:25:14,810 development shares with the entire 509 00:25:14,810 --> 00:25:16,866 region . One of the key strengths of 510 00:25:16,866 --> 00:25:19,088 the U . S . Military , the professional 511 00:25:19,088 --> 00:25:21,460 N . C . O . Corps and they are in fact 512 00:25:21,470 --> 00:25:23,414 the standard bearers and the watch 513 00:25:23,414 --> 00:25:25,526 keepers of our entire profession . So 514 00:25:25,526 --> 00:25:26,748 thank you sir . Major 515 00:25:30,840 --> 00:25:31,840 Okay . 516 00:25:34,740 --> 00:25:37,810 And Craig led South com to focus on 517 00:25:37,810 --> 00:25:39,870 threats specifically a transnational 518 00:25:39,870 --> 00:25:41,970 criminal organization and craig 519 00:25:41,970 --> 00:25:44,081 developed an innovative approaches to 520 00:25:44,081 --> 00:25:46,400 combat them in close cooperation with 521 00:25:46,400 --> 00:25:48,510 our interagency partners and self 522 00:25:48,510 --> 00:25:50,732 commons , demonstrating what integrated 523 00:25:50,732 --> 00:25:52,980 deterrence is all about . He championed 524 00:25:52,980 --> 00:25:55,190 the first ever all domain plan to 525 00:25:55,190 --> 00:25:56,912 counter transnational criminal 526 00:25:56,912 --> 00:25:59,134 organizations throughout the hemisphere 527 00:25:59,134 --> 00:26:01,246 with our partner nations and improved 528 00:26:01,246 --> 00:26:03,079 our intelligence sharing through 529 00:26:03,079 --> 00:26:05,620 multinational nontraditional is our and 530 00:26:05,620 --> 00:26:08,740 machine learning all of you Under 531 00:26:08,740 --> 00:26:10,629 craig's leadership , every single 532 00:26:10,629 --> 00:26:12,640 soldier , sailor , airman , Marine 533 00:26:12,640 --> 00:26:15,160 Guardian Coast guardsmen puts it all on 534 00:26:15,160 --> 00:26:17,510 the line for the security and stability 535 00:26:17,510 --> 00:26:19,610 of this region and alongside our 536 00:26:19,610 --> 00:26:21,721 partners , many of whom have made the 537 00:26:21,721 --> 00:26:23,777 trip here today to congratulate Greg 538 00:26:23,777 --> 00:26:25,999 and Martha and to welcome Laura and Jim 539 00:26:25,999 --> 00:26:28,166 Richardson , all of you are what makes 540 00:26:28,166 --> 00:26:31,100 this command so special and I'm 541 00:26:31,100 --> 00:26:33,430 thrilled to see what happens next under 542 00:26:33,430 --> 00:26:35,430 the steady leadership of Laura 543 00:26:35,430 --> 00:26:37,650 Richardson as she assumes command here 544 00:26:37,650 --> 00:26:39,872 in just a few minutes under the hand of 545 00:26:39,872 --> 00:26:42,220 Secretary Defense Austin Laura is 546 00:26:42,220 --> 00:26:44,360 exactly the right person at the right 547 00:26:44,360 --> 00:26:46,471 time to take command at South Coast . 548 00:26:47,140 --> 00:26:49,830 She and her husband Jim or a tremendous 549 00:26:49,830 --> 00:26:51,941 example of what it means to serve and 550 00:26:51,941 --> 00:26:54,090 I'm certain that she will build upon 551 00:26:54,090 --> 00:26:56,312 the work accomplishments that Craig and 552 00:26:56,312 --> 00:26:58,950 the entire team here have done Craig , 553 00:26:59,640 --> 00:27:01,973 Martha , the entire nation . Thanks you . 554 00:27:02,440 --> 00:27:04,920 Thanks you and your entire family for 555 00:27:04,920 --> 00:27:07,330 your service and sacrifice over four 556 00:27:07,330 --> 00:27:09,560 consecutive decades . So right now 557 00:27:09,560 --> 00:27:12,330 we're gonna pin a couple of tokens of 558 00:27:12,330 --> 00:27:15,060 appreciation that have been earned 559 00:27:15,540 --> 00:27:17,890 through your four decades of faithful 560 00:27:17,890 --> 00:27:21,030 service and we in the military and we 561 00:27:21,030 --> 00:27:24,060 in the nation honor you and your entire 562 00:27:24,060 --> 00:27:26,320 family . So now let's go ahead and 563 00:27:26,320 --> 00:27:27,542 present your awards . 564 00:27:36,840 --> 00:27:38,784 Ladies and gentlemen , this time , 565 00:27:38,784 --> 00:27:40,896 General Milley will present awards to 566 00:27:40,896 --> 00:27:43,007 Admiral and mrs Fowler . Mrs Fowler . 567 00:27:43,007 --> 00:27:45,118 Please join Admiral Faller in General 568 00:27:45,118 --> 00:27:44,940 Milley . Ladies and gentlemen , please 569 00:27:44,940 --> 00:27:47,051 remain seated during the presentation 570 00:27:47,340 --> 00:27:48,060 of awards . 571 00:27:58,640 --> 00:28:00,810 The Secretary of Defense has awarded 572 00:28:00,820 --> 00:28:03,042 the Defense Distinguished Service Medal 573 00:28:03,042 --> 00:28:04,987 to Admiral Craig's father , United 574 00:28:04,987 --> 00:28:06,660 States Navy For exceptionally 575 00:28:06,660 --> 00:28:08,827 meritorious service in a duty of great 576 00:28:08,827 --> 00:28:10,882 responsibility as commander , United 577 00:28:10,882 --> 00:28:12,993 States Southern Command from November 578 00:28:12,993 --> 00:28:15,540 2018 to October 2021 , Admiral Faller 579 00:28:15,540 --> 00:28:17,707 strategic vision and served the United 580 00:28:17,707 --> 00:28:19,596 States maintain a competitive and 581 00:28:19,596 --> 00:28:21,596 positional advantage in the Western 582 00:28:21,596 --> 00:28:23,707 Hemisphere by aligning the new United 583 00:28:23,707 --> 00:28:25,762 States Southern Command strategy and 584 00:28:25,762 --> 00:28:25,670 campaign plan with the National 585 00:28:25,670 --> 00:28:27,448 Military , national Defense and 586 00:28:27,448 --> 00:28:29,590 national Security strategies . He 587 00:28:29,590 --> 00:28:32,140 tirelessly led the first ever All 588 00:28:32,140 --> 00:28:34,196 Domain plan to increase targeting of 589 00:28:34,196 --> 00:28:36,251 transnational criminal organizations 590 00:28:36,251 --> 00:28:37,973 and facilitated partner nation 591 00:28:37,973 --> 00:28:39,973 participation and disruptions . The 592 00:28:39,973 --> 00:28:42,140 expeditiously supported partner nation 593 00:28:42,140 --> 00:28:44,196 humanitarian assistance and disaster 594 00:28:44,196 --> 00:28:46,140 relief efforts highlighted by life 595 00:28:46,140 --> 00:28:48,196 saving responses to hurricanes , etA 596 00:28:48,196 --> 00:28:50,418 and iota . And an earthquake in Haiti . 597 00:28:50,540 --> 00:28:52,707 He orchestrated the command's response 598 00:28:52,707 --> 00:28:54,873 to the COVID-19 pandemic and created a 599 00:28:54,873 --> 00:28:57,040 safe work environment with the highest 600 00:28:57,040 --> 00:28:59,318 standards of force , health protection , 601 00:28:59,318 --> 00:29:01,262 the distinctive accomplishments of 602 00:29:01,262 --> 00:29:03,262 Admiral Faller culminate a long and 603 00:29:03,262 --> 00:29:05,429 distinguished career in the service of 604 00:29:05,429 --> 00:29:07,484 his country and reflect great credit 605 00:29:07,484 --> 00:29:09,596 upon himself . The United States Navy 606 00:29:09,596 --> 00:29:11,373 and the Department of Defense . 607 00:29:21,640 --> 00:29:23,950 Okay , mm hmm . Okay . 608 00:29:29,140 --> 00:29:30,140 Mhm . 609 00:29:48,140 --> 00:29:50,140 The Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of 610 00:29:50,140 --> 00:29:52,140 Staff has awarded the Distinguished 611 00:29:52,140 --> 00:29:54,473 Public Service award to Martha P Faller , 612 00:29:54,473 --> 00:29:56,640 who distinguished herself by exemplary 613 00:29:56,640 --> 00:29:58,640 leadership , service and support to 614 00:29:58,640 --> 00:30:00,473 United States Southern Command , 615 00:30:00,473 --> 00:30:02,696 soldiers , sailors , airmen , Marines , 616 00:30:02,696 --> 00:30:04,751 Coast Guardsmen , Guardian civilians 617 00:30:04,751 --> 00:30:06,862 and family members from november 2018 618 00:30:06,862 --> 00:30:09,029 to october 2021 . During this period , 619 00:30:09,029 --> 00:30:10,529 she worked tirelessly as a 620 00:30:10,529 --> 00:30:12,251 representative of goodwill and 621 00:30:12,251 --> 00:30:14,251 selflessly advocated for quality of 622 00:30:14,251 --> 00:30:16,362 life issues for command personnel and 623 00:30:16,362 --> 00:30:18,362 their families throughout the south 624 00:30:18,362 --> 00:30:20,251 calm area of responsibility . Her 625 00:30:20,251 --> 00:30:22,418 extraordinary talent and enthusiasm in 626 00:30:22,418 --> 00:30:24,362 supporting numerous command wine , 627 00:30:24,362 --> 00:30:26,473 special events , supported the United 628 00:30:26,473 --> 00:30:28,640 States Southern Command build our team 629 00:30:28,640 --> 00:30:30,696 line of effort centered on themes of 630 00:30:30,696 --> 00:30:32,862 working together shared best practices 631 00:30:32,862 --> 00:30:34,918 and improving readiness . Mrs Fowler 632 00:30:34,918 --> 00:30:37,084 rapidly recognized the need to support 633 00:30:37,084 --> 00:30:39,251 service members , civilians and family 634 00:30:39,251 --> 00:30:41,473 members . She initiated the creation of 635 00:30:41,473 --> 00:30:43,529 and became an advisor for Team South 636 00:30:43,529 --> 00:30:46,280 com . This United Force multiplier to 637 00:30:46,280 --> 00:30:48,590 build morale and unity , enhanced 638 00:30:48,590 --> 00:30:51,060 member and community quality of life 639 00:30:51,070 --> 00:30:53,292 and provide community resources through 640 00:30:53,292 --> 00:30:55,403 a network of communication and mutual 641 00:30:55,403 --> 00:30:56,848 support . The distinctive 642 00:30:56,848 --> 00:30:58,903 accomplishments of Mrs Fowler are in 643 00:30:58,903 --> 00:31:01,014 keeping with the finest traditions of 644 00:31:01,014 --> 00:31:03,237 public service and reflect great credit 645 00:31:03,237 --> 00:31:05,070 upon herself . The United States 646 00:31:05,070 --> 00:31:07,126 Southern Command , the Department of 647 00:31:07,126 --> 00:31:06,950 Defense and our Nation . 648 00:31:26,340 --> 00:31:28,284 Ladies and gentlemen , Admiral Mrs 649 00:31:28,284 --> 00:31:30,062 fathers daughters , mrs Jessica 650 00:31:30,062 --> 00:31:32,229 alexander and mrs abigail heading here 651 00:31:32,229 --> 00:31:35,170 are joining us virtually Mrs Fowler on 652 00:31:35,170 --> 00:31:37,226 behalf of her daughters will receive 653 00:31:37,226 --> 00:31:39,226 from General Milley certificates of 654 00:31:39,226 --> 00:31:41,448 appreciation signed by the Secretary of 655 00:31:41,448 --> 00:31:43,930 the Navy . The certificate reads on the 656 00:31:43,930 --> 00:31:46,263 occasion of your father , Admiral Craig , 657 00:31:46,263 --> 00:31:48,486 as follows , retirement from the United 658 00:31:48,486 --> 00:31:50,374 States Navy . You have earned the 659 00:31:50,374 --> 00:31:52,597 nation's grateful appreciation for your 660 00:31:52,597 --> 00:31:54,652 own faithful and dedicated service . 661 00:31:54,652 --> 00:31:56,819 Your steadfast support , understanding 662 00:31:56,819 --> 00:31:58,763 and love helped make possible your 663 00:31:58,763 --> 00:32:00,819 father's lasting contribution to the 664 00:32:00,819 --> 00:32:03,041 United States of America . His 38 years 665 00:32:03,041 --> 00:32:05,263 of service and commitment meant that he 666 00:32:05,263 --> 00:32:07,263 often missed holidays and important 667 00:32:07,263 --> 00:32:09,097 family events and with every new 668 00:32:09,097 --> 00:32:11,263 assignment it meant packing up again , 669 00:32:11,263 --> 00:32:13,430 saying goodbye to friends and starting 670 00:32:13,430 --> 00:32:15,597 a new school through it all you remain 671 00:32:15,597 --> 00:32:17,763 resolute and resilient . Thank you for 672 00:32:17,763 --> 00:32:19,597 always keeping the faith and for 673 00:32:19,597 --> 00:32:21,708 blooming where planted your spirit of 674 00:32:21,708 --> 00:32:23,652 sacrifice and devotion to family , 675 00:32:23,652 --> 00:32:25,819 reflect great credit upon yourself and 676 00:32:25,819 --> 00:32:27,430 the Department of the Navy . 677 00:32:58,340 --> 00:33:00,451 Ladies and gentlemen , at this time , 678 00:33:00,451 --> 00:33:02,507 Master Sergeant Williams represent a 679 00:33:02,507 --> 00:33:04,396 bouquet of roses to mrs Father on 680 00:33:04,396 --> 00:33:06,562 behalf of the men and men and women of 681 00:33:06,562 --> 00:33:08,673 the United States Southern Command it 682 00:33:08,673 --> 00:33:10,618 in accordance with tradition , the 683 00:33:10,618 --> 00:33:12,784 roses are in full bloom , representing 684 00:33:12,784 --> 00:33:14,951 the many contributions she has made to 685 00:33:14,951 --> 00:33:17,062 this command and community throughout 686 00:33:17,062 --> 00:33:19,340 her tenure at U . S . Southern Command . 687 00:33:19,940 --> 00:33:20,940 Okay , 688 00:33:28,840 --> 00:33:31,680 Yeah , ladies and gentlemen , please 689 00:33:31,680 --> 00:33:33,770 remain seated as Admiral Faller and 690 00:33:33,770 --> 00:33:35,960 Command Sergeant . Major jones present 691 00:33:35,960 --> 00:33:38,127 the Joint meritorious Unit , a warrant 692 00:33:38,127 --> 00:33:40,238 and streamer to headquarters , United 693 00:33:40,238 --> 00:33:42,238 States Southern Command . The Joint 694 00:33:42,238 --> 00:33:44,460 meritorious Unit Award recognizes Joint 695 00:33:44,460 --> 00:33:46,516 units and activities for outstanding 696 00:33:46,516 --> 00:33:48,738 heroism or achievement performed during 697 00:33:48,738 --> 00:33:50,904 times of war , international tension , 698 00:33:51,040 --> 00:33:53,330 national emergencies or extraordinary 699 00:33:53,340 --> 00:33:56,070 situations that involve national 700 00:33:56,070 --> 00:33:58,970 interests by direction of the Chairman 701 00:33:58,970 --> 00:34:01,026 of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and the 702 00:34:01,026 --> 00:34:03,290 Secretary of Defense . The Joint 703 00:34:03,290 --> 00:34:05,512 Meritorious Unit Award has been awarded 704 00:34:05,512 --> 00:34:08,170 to United States Southern Command For 705 00:34:08,170 --> 00:34:10,059 exceptionally meritorious service 706 00:34:10,059 --> 00:34:12,700 during the period of one November 2018 707 00:34:12,700 --> 00:34:15,420 - 30 , September 2021 . During this 708 00:34:15,420 --> 00:34:17,420 period , Headquarters United States 709 00:34:17,420 --> 00:34:19,198 Southern Command . Its Security 710 00:34:19,198 --> 00:34:21,364 cooperation , offices , components and 711 00:34:21,364 --> 00:34:23,253 Joint and interagency Task Forces 712 00:34:23,253 --> 00:34:25,364 demonstrated exemplary commitment and 713 00:34:25,364 --> 00:34:27,420 leadership to become a mission ready 714 00:34:27,420 --> 00:34:29,087 and trusted partner . Working 715 00:34:29,087 --> 00:34:31,198 collaboratively with the inter agency 716 00:34:31,198 --> 00:34:33,087 partners and allies to ensure the 717 00:34:33,087 --> 00:34:35,309 Western Hemisphere is secure , free and 718 00:34:35,309 --> 00:34:37,476 prosperous . The Southern Command team 719 00:34:37,476 --> 00:34:39,710 executed over 500 Humanitarian 720 00:34:39,710 --> 00:34:41,910 assistance projects totaling over $100 721 00:34:41,910 --> 00:34:42,910 million 722 00:34:42,910 --> 00:34:50,010 central 723 00:34:50,010 --> 00:34:52,010 and South America and the Caribbean 724 00:34:52,010 --> 00:34:55,080 impacted by COVID-19 powerful storms 725 00:34:55,100 --> 00:34:57,300 and a devastating earthquake . The 726 00:34:57,300 --> 00:34:59,300 Southern Command team pioneered new 727 00:34:59,300 --> 00:35:01,467 initiatives to establish relationships 728 00:35:01,467 --> 00:35:03,689 with key interagency partners , improve 729 00:35:03,689 --> 00:35:05,689 awareness across the enterprise and 730 00:35:05,689 --> 00:35:07,800 enhanced integration and coordination 731 00:35:07,800 --> 00:35:09,633 across the region . The commands 732 00:35:09,633 --> 00:35:11,689 counter threat operations , capacity 733 00:35:11,689 --> 00:35:13,967 building and rapid response activities , 734 00:35:13,967 --> 00:35:17,160 increased interdictions by 55% leverage 735 00:35:17,160 --> 00:35:19,160 public private partnerships to help 736 00:35:19,160 --> 00:35:20,882 promote regional stability and 737 00:35:20,882 --> 00:35:22,493 strengthen relationships and 738 00:35:22,493 --> 00:35:24,716 interoperability throughout the Western 739 00:35:24,716 --> 00:35:26,382 hemisphere by their exemplary 740 00:35:26,382 --> 00:35:28,438 performance of duty . The members of 741 00:35:28,438 --> 00:35:30,660 the United States Southern Command have 742 00:35:30,660 --> 00:35:32,716 brought great credit upon themselves 743 00:35:32,716 --> 00:35:34,382 and the Department of Defense 744 00:35:53,840 --> 00:35:56,007 at this time . The Secretary Defense , 745 00:35:56,440 --> 00:35:58,384 the honorable Lloyd J . Austin the 746 00:35:58,384 --> 00:36:00,218 third will conduct the change of 747 00:36:00,218 --> 00:36:02,440 command ceremony from Admiral Faller to 748 00:36:02,440 --> 00:36:04,384 General Richardson . Please remain 749 00:36:04,384 --> 00:36:03,750 seated . 750 00:36:30,030 --> 00:36:32,270 Warriors since the beginning of history 751 00:36:32,280 --> 00:36:34,280 have traditionally rallied around a 752 00:36:34,280 --> 00:36:36,169 standard as a symbol of unity and 753 00:36:36,169 --> 00:36:38,080 loyalty . Today the United States 754 00:36:38,080 --> 00:36:39,900 Southern Command continues this 755 00:36:39,900 --> 00:36:41,970 tradition . Command Sergeant Major 756 00:36:41,980 --> 00:36:44,000 Benjamin Jones , United States Army 757 00:36:44,010 --> 00:36:45,954 representing the importance of non 758 00:36:45,954 --> 00:36:47,899 commissioned officers to the armed 759 00:36:47,899 --> 00:36:50,066 forces of the United States and within 760 00:36:50,066 --> 00:36:52,121 the United States . Southern Command 761 00:36:52,121 --> 00:36:54,177 will pass the colors to the outgoing 762 00:36:54,177 --> 00:36:55,788 commander . Admiral follow , 763 00:36:55,788 --> 00:36:57,843 relinquishes the colors to Secretary 764 00:36:57,843 --> 00:36:59,732 Defense . The honorable Lloyd J . 765 00:36:59,732 --> 00:37:01,843 Austin the third , thereby signifying 766 00:37:01,843 --> 00:37:04,010 termination of his period in command . 767 00:37:04,010 --> 00:37:05,954 The Secretary Defense presents the 768 00:37:05,954 --> 00:37:08,066 colors to the new commander . General 769 00:37:08,066 --> 00:37:09,899 Richardson charging her with the 770 00:37:09,899 --> 00:37:11,399 responsibility for mission 771 00:37:11,399 --> 00:37:13,510 accomplishment and the welfare of her 772 00:37:13,510 --> 00:37:15,510 forces . General Richardson assumes 773 00:37:15,510 --> 00:37:17,621 command and returns the colors to the 774 00:37:17,621 --> 00:37:19,843 command Sergeant Major , signifying her 775 00:37:19,843 --> 00:37:22,010 acceptance of command responsibilities 776 00:37:22,010 --> 00:37:24,121 and the continuation of the mission . 777 00:37:24,121 --> 00:37:26,232 United States Southern Command Office 778 00:37:26,232 --> 00:37:28,343 of the Commander subject , assumption 779 00:37:28,343 --> 00:37:30,066 of command by authority of the 780 00:37:30,066 --> 00:37:31,954 President of the United States of 781 00:37:31,954 --> 00:37:33,843 America . The undersigned assumes 782 00:37:33,843 --> 00:37:35,954 command of the United States Southern 783 00:37:35,954 --> 00:37:38,600 Command . Miami florida Effective 29 , 784 00:37:38,600 --> 00:37:40,900 October 2021 signed Laura J . 785 00:37:40,910 --> 00:37:42,966 Richardson . General , United States 786 00:37:42,966 --> 00:37:43,966 Army Commanding . 787 00:38:10,620 --> 00:38:11,620 Mhm . 788 00:39:01,420 --> 00:39:02,420 Yeah . 789 00:39:24,520 --> 00:39:26,742 Ladies and gentlemen , the Secretary of 790 00:39:26,742 --> 00:39:28,964 events . The honorable Lloyd J . Austin 791 00:39:28,964 --> 00:39:29,964 the third . 792 00:39:35,520 --> 00:39:38,020 Mhm . Yeah , 793 00:39:46,620 --> 00:39:49,130 good afternoon everyone . It is great 794 00:39:49,140 --> 00:39:52,110 to be here . You know , after my time 795 00:39:52,110 --> 00:39:54,110 at Central Command . Coming back to 796 00:39:54,110 --> 00:39:57,040 florida always feels like coming home 797 00:39:59,120 --> 00:40:00,953 at the outset . Let me thank the 798 00:40:00,953 --> 00:40:03,320 families and friends of Admiral Faller 799 00:40:04,010 --> 00:40:07,170 and General Richardson for joining us . 800 00:40:08,110 --> 00:40:10,221 It's great to see so many of you here 801 00:40:10,221 --> 00:40:13,660 in person and I want to thank everyone 802 00:40:13,660 --> 00:40:15,830 who's joining us virtually as well . 803 00:40:17,310 --> 00:40:19,310 I'm glad to be here with members of 804 00:40:19,310 --> 00:40:21,670 Congress and General Milley and many of 805 00:40:21,670 --> 00:40:23,892 our Department of Defense colleagues as 806 00:40:23,892 --> 00:40:26,470 well as business and community leaders 807 00:40:26,470 --> 00:40:30,240 from south florida . I also want to 808 00:40:30,240 --> 00:40:32,184 welcome our guests from around the 809 00:40:32,184 --> 00:40:35,160 region , including ministers and Chiefs 810 00:40:35,160 --> 00:40:38,240 of Defense diplomats and government 811 00:40:38,250 --> 00:40:41,200 representatives . We are honored to 812 00:40:41,200 --> 00:40:45,110 have you with us . Let me also 813 00:40:45,120 --> 00:40:48,670 offer a word of special thanks to all 814 00:40:48,670 --> 00:40:50,892 those who worked hard to put this event 815 00:40:50,892 --> 00:40:54,640 together . You have taken a gymnasium 816 00:40:55,410 --> 00:40:59,210 and turned it into a very , very 817 00:40:59,210 --> 00:41:02,370 special place . And all of us who are 818 00:41:02,370 --> 00:41:04,520 here recognize that that's no simple 819 00:41:04,520 --> 00:41:07,360 feat . So a round of applause for all 820 00:41:07,360 --> 00:41:08,360 those who work 821 00:41:17,810 --> 00:41:19,921 now , we're here to celebrate some of 822 00:41:19,921 --> 00:41:22,340 Admiral followers proudest achievements . 823 00:41:23,110 --> 00:41:25,500 We're also here to salute dostum's 824 00:41:25,510 --> 00:41:28,330 outstanding new leader . General 825 00:41:28,330 --> 00:41:31,560 Richardson . But before I say more 826 00:41:31,560 --> 00:41:35,330 about these two tremendous leaders . I 827 00:41:35,330 --> 00:41:37,219 want to say a few words about the 828 00:41:37,219 --> 00:41:39,219 important work that you all do here 829 00:41:41,210 --> 00:41:43,432 in mid august the men and women of this 830 00:41:43,432 --> 00:41:45,321 command . We're ready for a quiet 831 00:41:45,321 --> 00:41:48,790 saturday after a busy work week . But 832 00:41:48,790 --> 00:41:52,650 at 8:30 AM , a 7.2 magnitude earthquake 833 00:41:52,660 --> 00:41:55,990 hit Haiti and churches and schools and 834 00:41:55,990 --> 00:41:59,140 homes collapsed boulders block the 835 00:41:59,140 --> 00:42:02,870 roads . one of America's 836 00:42:02,870 --> 00:42:06,750 Neighbours needed help . And so you 837 00:42:06,750 --> 00:42:09,810 raced to respond all of you 838 00:42:10,800 --> 00:42:14,420 from Admiral Faller on down , You sent 839 00:42:14,420 --> 00:42:17,300 aircraft to survey the damage and 840 00:42:17,300 --> 00:42:20,340 helicopters from Joint Task Force bravo 841 00:42:20,340 --> 00:42:22,320 and Puerto rico's National Guard 842 00:42:22,900 --> 00:42:25,880 delivered food and a and working 843 00:42:25,880 --> 00:42:27,991 together with U . S . A . I . D . You 844 00:42:27,991 --> 00:42:31,360 save hundreds of lives . It was a 845 00:42:31,360 --> 00:42:34,620 massive effort . But you know , 846 00:42:35,780 --> 00:42:39,580 that's what South com does time and 847 00:42:39,580 --> 00:42:41,930 again . You step up after disastrous . 848 00:42:43,100 --> 00:42:45,270 You also helped disrupt criminal 849 00:42:45,270 --> 00:42:47,630 organizations and you helped keep 850 00:42:47,640 --> 00:42:50,990 illicit drugs away from our shore's and 851 00:42:50,990 --> 00:42:54,210 you never let up . Even during a global 852 00:42:54,220 --> 00:42:57,580 pandemic . And even across a huge 853 00:42:57,580 --> 00:43:01,230 region with major security challenges . 854 00:43:03,200 --> 00:43:05,650 You know , South Com covers over 16 855 00:43:05,650 --> 00:43:08,940 million square miles . That's more than 856 00:43:08,940 --> 00:43:11,810 five times the size of the contiguous 857 00:43:11,870 --> 00:43:15,210 United States . And some might find 858 00:43:15,210 --> 00:43:19,110 that daunting . But to you , it's just 859 00:43:19,110 --> 00:43:22,500 another day's work and I want you to 860 00:43:22,500 --> 00:43:25,550 know how much we appreciate it . So 861 00:43:25,550 --> 00:43:27,717 let's have a round of applause for all 862 00:43:27,717 --> 00:43:29,717 that you do . You've earned it take 863 00:43:29,717 --> 00:43:30,820 about South . Um , 864 00:43:42,700 --> 00:43:44,922 as you heard the chairman say , when we 865 00:43:44,922 --> 00:43:47,200 talk about this area of responsibility , 866 00:43:47,700 --> 00:43:49,867 we're talking about our neighborhood . 867 00:43:51,100 --> 00:43:53,840 So shutouts work is vital to american 868 00:43:53,840 --> 00:43:56,930 security and american interests 869 00:43:57,800 --> 00:44:01,080 and american values and when there's 870 00:44:01,090 --> 00:44:04,460 instability nearby it can echo here at 871 00:44:04,460 --> 00:44:07,940 home Think of the crisis of COVID 872 00:44:07,940 --> 00:44:11,210 19 or the transnational criminal 873 00:44:11,220 --> 00:44:13,720 organizations that thrive on corruption 874 00:44:14,090 --> 00:44:17,850 and he wrote democratic institutions or 875 00:44:17,850 --> 00:44:20,600 the disruption and damage of climate 876 00:44:20,600 --> 00:44:24,280 change . We have to tackle these 877 00:44:24,280 --> 00:44:27,340 challenges together as neighbors and 878 00:44:27,340 --> 00:44:30,990 friends . And self com is building and 879 00:44:30,990 --> 00:44:34,470 strengthening true partnerships rooted 880 00:44:34,470 --> 00:44:38,160 in respect and communication and 881 00:44:38,160 --> 00:44:41,500 candor . And True 882 00:44:41,500 --> 00:44:44,460 partnership means deepening the ways 883 00:44:44,460 --> 00:44:47,460 that we work together . The South . Com 884 00:44:47,460 --> 00:44:49,571 has years of experience of conducting 885 00:44:49,571 --> 00:44:51,738 military exercises with our partners . 886 00:44:52,690 --> 00:44:54,690 And Craig Fowler will tell you that 887 00:44:54,690 --> 00:44:57,430 this is one of the reasons that we had 888 00:44:57,430 --> 00:44:59,541 such a well coordinated international 889 00:44:59,541 --> 00:45:01,590 relief effort after Hades recent 890 00:45:01,600 --> 00:45:04,620 earthquake . We know our military 891 00:45:04,620 --> 00:45:07,810 partners and they know us . 892 00:45:09,090 --> 00:45:12,570 And True Partnership means expanding 893 00:45:12,570 --> 00:45:16,380 security corporation Today . South com 894 00:45:16,380 --> 00:45:18,650 helps our neighbors deter detect and 895 00:45:18,650 --> 00:45:21,100 defend against cyber threats . 896 00:45:22,590 --> 00:45:25,280 This command helps counter drug 897 00:45:25,280 --> 00:45:28,960 trafficking and True Partnership also 898 00:45:28,960 --> 00:45:32,870 means humanitarian assistance and 899 00:45:32,870 --> 00:45:35,730 disaster response , whether it's an 900 00:45:35,730 --> 00:45:38,270 earthquake or a pandemic or a 901 00:45:38,270 --> 00:45:40,920 catastrophe related to climate change . 902 00:45:41,590 --> 00:45:45,060 We're there to help . So when Covid 903 00:45:45,060 --> 00:45:47,670 19 hit , Admiral Filer secured more 904 00:45:47,670 --> 00:45:51,220 than $90 million for medical equipment 905 00:45:51,220 --> 00:45:53,276 and field hospitals and cold storage 906 00:45:53,276 --> 00:45:56,810 containers and more for our partners . 907 00:45:58,590 --> 00:46:00,479 United States government has also 908 00:46:00,479 --> 00:46:03,220 donated nearly 34 million vaccine doses 909 00:46:03,220 --> 00:46:06,930 to this region and we're going to keep 910 00:46:06,930 --> 00:46:09,210 on fighting Covid in the region because 911 00:46:10,680 --> 00:46:14,110 that's what Friends do and because we 912 00:46:14,110 --> 00:46:17,690 understand that a threat to global 913 00:46:17,690 --> 00:46:21,530 health anywhere is a threat to security 914 00:46:21,680 --> 00:46:25,390 everywhere . And finally , True 915 00:46:25,390 --> 00:46:26,946 partnership means that this 916 00:46:26,946 --> 00:46:29,168 administration will continue to make it 917 00:46:29,168 --> 00:46:32,030 a priority to build closer ties across 918 00:46:32,030 --> 00:46:34,640 the hemisphere . You know , back in 919 00:46:34,640 --> 00:46:36,584 june Vice President Harris visited 920 00:46:36,584 --> 00:46:38,418 Guatemala where she talked about 921 00:46:38,480 --> 00:46:41,700 finding hope in the face of crisis . 922 00:46:43,280 --> 00:46:45,420 The Vice president said hope does not 923 00:46:45,420 --> 00:46:48,750 exist by itself . It must be coupled 924 00:46:48,750 --> 00:46:52,360 with relationships of trust and so 925 00:46:52,360 --> 00:46:55,610 um strengthens those relationships of 926 00:46:55,610 --> 00:46:58,300 trust each and every day . 927 00:46:59,680 --> 00:47:01,624 And that gets us all closer to the 928 00:47:01,624 --> 00:47:04,160 bright future that this hemisphere can 929 00:47:04,160 --> 00:47:07,810 share . You see , our partnerships 930 00:47:07,810 --> 00:47:10,500 are based on much more than proximity . 931 00:47:11,780 --> 00:47:13,669 They're based on shared values of 932 00:47:13,669 --> 00:47:17,230 equitable growth and prosperity and 933 00:47:17,230 --> 00:47:19,341 they're based on common commitment to 934 00:47:19,341 --> 00:47:23,210 human rights and human dignity and 935 00:47:23,220 --> 00:47:24,887 they're based on the region's 936 00:47:24,887 --> 00:47:28,050 longstanding consensus in favor of 937 00:47:28,050 --> 00:47:32,010 democracy . Last week , my 938 00:47:32,010 --> 00:47:35,720 friend and colleague Secretary of state 939 00:47:35,730 --> 00:47:39,120 Blinken was in latin America and I want 940 00:47:39,120 --> 00:47:41,231 to reiterate something that he said , 941 00:47:42,280 --> 00:47:44,560 he said a strong democracy works for 942 00:47:44,570 --> 00:47:47,480 all of its people , not just the 943 00:47:47,480 --> 00:47:49,910 wealthy or the well connected and not 944 00:47:49,910 --> 00:47:52,330 just the powerful but for all of its 945 00:47:52,330 --> 00:47:56,000 people . The military's job is to 946 00:47:56,580 --> 00:47:58,720 respect the will of the people , not 947 00:47:58,730 --> 00:48:02,000 politics and to protect democracy . 948 00:48:04,770 --> 00:48:08,210 Now defending these shared values will 949 00:48:08,210 --> 00:48:09,940 rely on what I call integrated 950 00:48:09,940 --> 00:48:13,340 deterrence . It is a 21st century 951 00:48:13,340 --> 00:48:15,562 vision for security that pulls together 952 00:48:15,562 --> 00:48:18,510 technology and operational concepts and 953 00:48:18,510 --> 00:48:21,440 capabilities all woven together and 954 00:48:21,440 --> 00:48:24,180 deeply networked so that we can 955 00:48:24,180 --> 00:48:27,090 continue to deter conflict seamlessly 956 00:48:27,870 --> 00:48:29,814 across every domain and throughout 957 00:48:29,814 --> 00:48:32,090 every theater and from every foe 958 00:48:33,970 --> 00:48:35,859 under integrated deterrence . The 959 00:48:35,859 --> 00:48:37,914 United States military doesn't stand 960 00:48:37,914 --> 00:48:40,150 apart . We're here to support and 961 00:48:40,150 --> 00:48:42,372 strengthen , strengthen the work of our 962 00:48:42,372 --> 00:48:45,050 diplomats and to help advance a foreign 963 00:48:45,050 --> 00:48:49,000 policy that uses all instruments about 964 00:48:49,000 --> 00:48:52,440 power in this region . That means 965 00:48:52,440 --> 00:48:54,740 helping our neighbors strengthen their 966 00:48:54,740 --> 00:48:57,350 capabilities . It means sharing 967 00:48:57,350 --> 00:49:00,930 information and it means working in 968 00:49:00,930 --> 00:49:04,620 lockstep with our partners . These 969 00:49:04,620 --> 00:49:07,780 relationships can help help combat 970 00:49:08,370 --> 00:49:10,370 malign influence in a region that's 971 00:49:10,370 --> 00:49:12,592 vital to the United States of America . 972 00:49:13,370 --> 00:49:15,203 And our network of alliances and 973 00:49:15,203 --> 00:49:17,203 partnerships are a force multiplier 974 00:49:17,203 --> 00:49:20,490 that no competitor can match . No . 975 00:49:21,870 --> 00:49:24,040 Admiral Fowler has been executing this 976 00:49:24,040 --> 00:49:26,280 strategy ever since he arrived at CNN . 977 00:49:27,670 --> 00:49:30,670 He attributes his ability to think big 978 00:49:30,680 --> 00:49:33,400 to its parents actually his mother , 979 00:49:33,400 --> 00:49:36,500 Audrey who I know it's dearly missed 980 00:49:37,770 --> 00:49:39,937 and his father Henry who served in the 981 00:49:39,937 --> 00:49:42,540 army and who is watching virtually with 982 00:49:42,540 --> 00:49:46,480 his wife J . D . And during 983 00:49:46,480 --> 00:49:48,640 craig's time at the Naval Academy he 984 00:49:48,640 --> 00:49:52,250 met Martha Who has been by his side as 985 00:49:52,250 --> 00:49:55,750 you've heard for more than 37 years and 986 00:49:55,750 --> 00:49:59,270 Martha on top of being an outstanding 987 00:49:59,270 --> 00:50:02,740 vocalists and guitarists . You have 988 00:50:02,740 --> 00:50:04,920 demonstrated selfless servants to this 989 00:50:04,920 --> 00:50:07,810 nation on behalf of the whole 990 00:50:07,810 --> 00:50:09,890 department . I want to thank you for 991 00:50:10,360 --> 00:50:14,230 your lifetime of support , your support 992 00:50:14,230 --> 00:50:15,230 for Craig , 993 00:50:23,860 --> 00:50:27,470 your support for our military and your 994 00:50:27,470 --> 00:50:30,360 support for this command . And as you 995 00:50:30,360 --> 00:50:32,416 heard the chairman say the following 996 00:50:32,416 --> 00:50:34,693 followers have two wonderful daughters , 997 00:50:34,693 --> 00:50:36,638 Jessica and Abby who he saw on the 998 00:50:36,638 --> 00:50:40,430 screen there a minute ago . And Jessica 999 00:50:40,430 --> 00:50:42,541 and Abby , as the chairman said , you 1000 00:50:42,541 --> 00:50:44,597 had to move just about every year in 1001 00:50:44,597 --> 00:50:48,240 school . And as young girls , you 1002 00:50:48,240 --> 00:50:50,690 survived the greatest tests of any 1003 00:50:50,690 --> 00:50:54,060 families fortitude . Of course I'm 1004 00:50:54,060 --> 00:50:57,790 talking about camping and your 1005 00:50:57,790 --> 00:51:00,240 parents took camping to a whole new 1006 00:51:00,240 --> 00:51:02,407 level with a cross country trip in one 1007 00:51:02,407 --> 00:51:04,920 of those Coleman pop up campers . So 1008 00:51:04,920 --> 00:51:06,642 you deserve a medal for that . 1009 00:51:08,860 --> 00:51:10,582 But seriously you served right 1010 00:51:10,582 --> 00:51:13,370 alongside your dad and I know that your 1011 00:51:13,370 --> 00:51:15,370 parents could not be prouder of who 1012 00:51:15,370 --> 00:51:17,460 you've become and the career is that 1013 00:51:17,460 --> 00:51:20,570 you are pursuing and the families that 1014 00:51:20,580 --> 00:51:24,560 you are raising now I 1015 00:51:24,560 --> 00:51:26,671 had the chance to work with admiral . 1016 00:51:26,671 --> 00:51:29,010 Follow when he was my J three at 1017 00:51:29,010 --> 00:51:32,490 centcom . We soon discovered 1018 00:51:33,060 --> 00:51:36,600 that we share a love of fishing and 1019 00:51:36,600 --> 00:51:39,020 while craig has flawless operational 1020 00:51:39,020 --> 00:51:42,430 skills during work hours , it turns out 1021 00:51:42,430 --> 00:51:44,763 that he's not much of a map reader when , 1022 00:51:44,763 --> 00:51:46,152 when the fish are biting 1023 00:51:49,260 --> 00:51:51,538 well when it comes to navigating south . 1024 00:51:51,538 --> 00:51:55,120 Tom Admiral Craig Faller leaves 1025 00:51:55,120 --> 00:51:58,040 nothing to chance . He's brought the 1026 00:51:58,040 --> 00:52:00,096 inter agency and our partners closer 1027 00:52:00,096 --> 00:52:03,810 together and he really listens And 1028 00:52:03,810 --> 00:52:05,866 that's pretty refreshing coming from 1029 00:52:05,866 --> 00:52:08,032 Washington because there sometimes you 1030 00:52:08,032 --> 00:52:10,199 can run into people who don't listen . 1031 00:52:10,199 --> 00:52:12,380 They pause but not Admiral Faller . 1032 00:52:13,350 --> 00:52:15,517 You'd be hard pressed to find the name 1033 00:52:15,517 --> 00:52:17,628 a leader in this region who he hasn't 1034 00:52:17,628 --> 00:52:20,460 reached out to . He believes to his 1035 00:52:20,460 --> 00:52:22,571 core that there's no such thing as an 1036 00:52:22,571 --> 00:52:25,810 unimportant partner or an unimportant 1037 00:52:25,810 --> 00:52:29,120 member of the team and from this very 1038 00:52:29,120 --> 00:52:31,640 jim , he's held town hall so that he 1039 00:52:31,640 --> 00:52:33,751 could hear directly from all of you . 1040 00:52:34,450 --> 00:52:36,506 And I hear that often when you had a 1041 00:52:36,506 --> 00:52:38,672 free moment , the admiral might pop by 1042 00:52:38,672 --> 00:52:40,894 your desk and ask how your day is going 1043 00:52:40,894 --> 00:52:44,470 and what you're working on . So 1044 00:52:44,470 --> 00:52:47,770 Admiral , as you signed off today , 1045 00:52:48,950 --> 00:52:51,200 you bring to an end , a tremendous 1046 00:52:51,200 --> 00:52:53,200 career that has spanned nearly four 1047 00:52:53,200 --> 00:52:56,830 decades and craig . I know 1048 00:52:56,830 --> 00:52:58,970 that your last day in uniform may be 1049 00:52:58,970 --> 00:53:02,170 bittersweet , but as you retire , 1050 00:53:03,550 --> 00:53:05,494 I hope you will take deep pride in 1051 00:53:05,494 --> 00:53:07,760 knowing that you have made a large and 1052 00:53:07,760 --> 00:53:09,927 lasting contribution to the defense of 1053 00:53:09,927 --> 00:53:12,160 this nation , A nation that you love 1054 00:53:12,160 --> 00:53:15,680 dearly bravo zulu 1055 00:53:16,550 --> 00:53:17,883 Well done , my friend . 1056 00:53:28,850 --> 00:53:32,600 Mhm Now we've got a tremendous trail 1057 00:53:32,610 --> 00:53:35,870 trail blazing leader to seize the baton 1058 00:53:36,450 --> 00:53:40,120 and that's General Laura Richardson for 1059 00:53:40,120 --> 00:53:42,287 the better part of three decades . The 1060 00:53:42,287 --> 00:53:44,398 United States Army has benefited from 1061 00:53:44,550 --> 00:53:48,270 for professionalism and dedication . So 1062 00:53:48,270 --> 00:53:51,280 I want to thank her parents who always 1063 00:53:51,280 --> 00:53:54,700 told her that you can do anything that 1064 00:53:54,700 --> 00:53:58,310 you want to do . Her father , jan 1065 00:53:58,310 --> 00:54:00,310 served in the army reserves and her 1066 00:54:00,310 --> 00:54:02,560 mother , Suzanne nudge the future 1067 00:54:02,560 --> 00:54:05,660 general towards ROTC ROTC in college 1068 00:54:07,140 --> 00:54:09,140 And we're lucky that two of Laura's 1069 00:54:09,140 --> 00:54:12,040 three siblings , Janice and Darwin also 1070 00:54:12,040 --> 00:54:14,680 joined the army . This is an 1071 00:54:14,680 --> 00:54:18,610 extraordinary military family in flight 1072 00:54:18,610 --> 00:54:21,140 school at fort Rucker , Laura met her 1073 00:54:21,140 --> 00:54:24,780 husband . Jim Lieutenant 1074 00:54:24,790 --> 00:54:27,170 General . Jim Richardson is now the 1075 00:54:27,170 --> 00:54:29,610 deputy commanding general of Army 1076 00:54:29,610 --> 00:54:33,490 futures command , Jim thanks for all 1077 00:54:33,500 --> 00:54:34,500 that you do 1078 00:54:43,040 --> 00:54:45,373 now you don't mess with team Richardson , 1079 00:54:45,940 --> 00:54:48,470 you don't mess with . Early in 1080 00:54:48,470 --> 00:54:50,692 Operation Iraqi Freedom Laura commanded 1081 00:54:50,692 --> 00:54:53,570 an assault helicopter battalion and Jim 1082 00:54:53,570 --> 00:54:56,130 commanded an attack to tight and 1083 00:54:56,130 --> 00:54:58,297 together they flew missions to support 1084 00:54:58,297 --> 00:55:00,630 the same infantry brigade on the ground . 1085 00:55:00,640 --> 00:55:02,820 And during one Operation Jim's Apache 1086 00:55:02,820 --> 00:55:05,670 was badly damaged . Now pilots will 1087 00:55:05,670 --> 00:55:07,726 tell you that flying low and slow in 1088 00:55:07,726 --> 00:55:09,892 enemy territory is just about the most 1089 00:55:09,892 --> 00:55:12,003 dangerous thing that you can do . But 1090 00:55:12,003 --> 00:55:15,160 Jim had Laura by sight and she flew her 1091 00:55:15,160 --> 00:55:17,920 Blackhawk alongside Jim to him back to 1092 00:55:17,920 --> 00:55:21,370 safety . So talk about husbands who 1093 00:55:21,370 --> 00:55:22,981 need to ask for directions . 1094 00:55:34,240 --> 00:55:36,296 But the Richardson's always get each 1095 00:55:36,296 --> 00:55:38,890 other home and above all your teamwork 1096 00:55:38,890 --> 00:55:40,890 has shone through . In raising your 1097 00:55:40,890 --> 00:55:43,660 daughter Lauren . She is serving her 1098 00:55:43,660 --> 00:55:45,993 country as well as an analyst for the U . 1099 00:55:45,993 --> 00:55:48,850 S . Coast Guard . Now in Washington . 1100 00:55:50,240 --> 00:55:53,800 Laura headed up the army Senate 1101 00:55:53,800 --> 00:55:55,856 liaison division and she would bring 1102 00:55:55,856 --> 00:55:57,970 congressional delegations into Iraq . 1103 00:55:58,440 --> 00:56:00,496 That's how I first got to know Laura 1104 00:56:00,496 --> 00:56:02,607 and I've been impressed with her ever 1105 00:56:02,607 --> 00:56:04,829 since . Most recently . She led us army 1106 00:56:04,829 --> 00:56:06,900 north doing everything from fighting 1107 00:56:06,900 --> 00:56:08,844 wildfires to helping americans get 1108 00:56:08,844 --> 00:56:11,870 vaccinated . It was an extraordinary 1109 00:56:11,870 --> 00:56:14,550 time and she did an extraordinary job . 1110 00:56:15,630 --> 00:56:17,930 Everyone who has served with her has 1111 00:56:17,930 --> 00:56:21,350 learned two things . First , 1112 00:56:22,230 --> 00:56:24,230 there isn't a crisis that she can't 1113 00:56:24,230 --> 00:56:28,070 handle . And second she loves 1114 00:56:28,070 --> 00:56:31,860 Skittles . So if you don't love skills 1115 00:56:31,860 --> 00:56:34,027 you're gonna see a lot of skittles now 1116 00:56:34,027 --> 00:56:36,138 from now on laura . So it never hurts 1117 00:56:36,138 --> 00:56:38,304 to have a bunch of skittles handy when 1118 00:56:38,304 --> 00:56:40,416 the when the generals around . As the 1119 00:56:40,416 --> 00:56:42,471 president says , she is pushing open 1120 00:56:42,471 --> 00:56:44,638 the doors of opportunity for all women 1121 00:56:44,638 --> 00:56:47,170 in our military . And today General 1122 00:56:47,170 --> 00:56:50,120 Richardson will make history as the 1123 00:56:50,120 --> 00:56:53,550 first woman to ever lead como . But she 1124 00:57:04,430 --> 00:57:06,597 but she will tell you that being first 1125 00:57:06,597 --> 00:57:08,708 doesn't matter when you're focused on 1126 00:57:08,708 --> 00:57:11,900 being the best and that's exactly what 1127 00:57:11,900 --> 00:57:15,010 she is laura , I have complete 1128 00:57:15,020 --> 00:57:17,620 confidence in you and I know that 1129 00:57:17,620 --> 00:57:21,080 you're going to do what it takes to 1130 00:57:21,080 --> 00:57:23,360 ensure that this great command gets 1131 00:57:23,360 --> 00:57:27,110 better and better and better . The 1132 00:57:27,110 --> 00:57:30,610 stakes are high . And in south com saw 1133 00:57:30,620 --> 00:57:32,700 exactly that when hurricanes ETA and 1134 00:57:32,700 --> 00:57:35,550 Iota struck nearly a year ago 1135 00:57:36,430 --> 00:57:38,486 within just two weeks , two category 1136 00:57:38,486 --> 00:57:40,374 four storms that pummeled central 1137 00:57:40,374 --> 00:57:43,080 America in a small community in 1138 00:57:43,080 --> 00:57:44,858 Honduras , the storms destroyed 1139 00:57:44,858 --> 00:57:47,700 people's homes But four buildings stood 1140 00:57:47,700 --> 00:57:50,880 strong . South com special purpose 1141 00:57:50,880 --> 00:57:53,047 marine air ground Task force had built 1142 00:57:53,047 --> 00:57:56,310 these buildings five years earlier and 1143 00:57:56,310 --> 00:57:58,366 that's where neighbors found shelter 1144 00:57:58,366 --> 00:58:00,532 from the storms . And I can't think of 1145 00:58:00,532 --> 00:58:02,699 a better testament to the work of this 1146 00:58:02,699 --> 00:58:05,340 great command . Under Admiral Filers 1147 00:58:05,340 --> 00:58:07,451 leadership , South com helped fortify 1148 00:58:07,451 --> 00:58:09,284 everything that those structures 1149 00:58:09,284 --> 00:58:11,562 represent our commitment to the region , 1150 00:58:11,562 --> 00:58:13,562 Our support for our neighbors , our 1151 00:58:13,562 --> 00:58:17,530 dedication to our shared security and 1152 00:58:17,530 --> 00:58:20,850 those buildings are symbols of the 1153 00:58:20,850 --> 00:58:23,470 mighty foundation upon which General 1154 00:58:23,470 --> 00:58:24,692 Richardson will build 1155 00:58:27,420 --> 00:58:30,130 south . Um you know that the storms may 1156 00:58:30,130 --> 00:58:33,250 come , but the work that you build 1157 00:58:34,120 --> 00:58:38,040 endorse and the trust that you build 1158 00:58:38,620 --> 00:58:41,640 endorse and the hope 1159 00:58:42,620 --> 00:58:45,950 that you build indoors . 1160 00:58:47,020 --> 00:58:48,750 Thank you and godspeed 1161 00:59:14,420 --> 00:59:16,587 ladies and gentlemen Admiral Craig ? S 1162 00:59:16,587 --> 00:59:18,253 Faller , United States Navy . 1163 00:59:24,520 --> 00:59:26,240 But mhm 1164 00:59:30,010 --> 00:59:31,954 I wasn't sure if I'd be smiling or 1165 00:59:31,954 --> 00:59:35,250 crying . Thank you 1166 00:59:36,220 --> 00:59:38,498 two best words in the English language . 1167 00:59:40,720 --> 00:59:42,998 Our thoughts are filled with gratitude . 1168 00:59:43,420 --> 00:59:45,531 That's the way I would describe how I 1169 00:59:45,531 --> 00:59:48,250 feel , how we feel about today . 1170 00:59:50,620 --> 00:59:52,731 We're grateful for the opportunity to 1171 00:59:52,731 --> 00:59:54,398 have served this great nation 1172 00:59:56,820 --> 01:00:00,640 and in this wonderful command , we're 1173 01:00:00,640 --> 01:00:02,640 very thankful for all that are here 1174 01:00:02,640 --> 01:00:04,840 today and for those that are watching 1175 01:00:04,840 --> 01:00:08,820 virtually . We're thankful for the love 1176 01:00:09,210 --> 01:00:12,330 and support of so many for so long 1177 01:00:13,010 --> 01:00:15,820 that allowed us to do this and surf . 1178 01:00:16,210 --> 01:00:18,321 We could not have done it without all 1179 01:00:18,321 --> 01:00:20,530 of you and our family on the screen . 1180 01:00:22,210 --> 01:00:24,154 It's been a rewarding and humbling 1181 01:00:24,154 --> 01:00:28,040 journey . I want to echo what the 1182 01:00:28,040 --> 01:00:30,190 Secretary defense said about the work 1183 01:00:30,190 --> 01:00:33,210 that went into a ceremony like today as 1184 01:00:33,210 --> 01:00:35,432 much as I kept saying , let's only have 1185 01:00:35,432 --> 01:00:37,543 one rehearsal . That was probably not 1186 01:00:37,543 --> 01:00:40,900 realistic the from the audio visual to 1187 01:00:40,900 --> 01:00:43,740 the tech to just put in the match down . 1188 01:00:44,590 --> 01:00:46,730 I'd like to thank our team protocol , 1189 01:00:47,310 --> 01:00:50,000 Joint Visitors Bureau . Everybody else 1190 01:00:50,000 --> 01:00:51,778 has played into the some mighty 1191 01:00:51,778 --> 01:00:53,889 garrison team . Thank you very much . 1192 01:01:01,610 --> 01:01:03,832 We've all worked through the challenges 1193 01:01:03,832 --> 01:01:06,840 of a global pandemic . And were those 1194 01:01:06,840 --> 01:01:08,896 of us that are here are grateful for 1195 01:01:08,896 --> 01:01:10,896 good health . However , at the same 1196 01:01:10,896 --> 01:01:12,896 time we wish more family could have 1197 01:01:12,896 --> 01:01:14,896 been here including our daughters , 1198 01:01:14,896 --> 01:01:18,390 Jessica and Abby because of those last 1199 01:01:18,390 --> 01:01:20,501 minute covid complications that we've 1200 01:01:20,501 --> 01:01:22,612 all had to deal with . Were unable to 1201 01:01:22,612 --> 01:01:23,946 travel here in a tent . 1202 01:01:26,910 --> 01:01:29,132 We're the lucky ones . Our thoughts and 1203 01:01:29,132 --> 01:01:31,354 prayers go to so many who have suffered 1204 01:01:31,354 --> 01:01:34,970 tremendously during this pandemic . The 1205 01:01:34,970 --> 01:01:37,450 secretary , thank you for your 1206 01:01:37,450 --> 01:01:40,530 leadership matter ship humility , 1207 01:01:40,910 --> 01:01:42,910 example of selfless service and for 1208 01:01:42,910 --> 01:01:46,460 your fishing tips Sir . I'm gonna try 1209 01:01:46,460 --> 01:01:49,470 to up my game a little bit here in the 1210 01:01:49,470 --> 01:01:52,640 next few weeks and months . Chairman , 1211 01:01:53,310 --> 01:01:56,240 I appreciate you appreciate your advice . 1212 01:01:56,710 --> 01:02:00,050 You're offering humorous advice as well 1213 01:02:00,050 --> 01:02:02,161 as the a political way you've led the 1214 01:02:02,161 --> 01:02:04,320 Joint force on behalf of all of us . 1215 01:02:04,320 --> 01:02:05,320 Thank you . 1216 01:02:15,300 --> 01:02:17,522 Distinguished guests , friends , family 1217 01:02:17,570 --> 01:02:21,380 team South com mentors And members of 1218 01:02:21,380 --> 01:02:23,900 the last class from the Best Service 1219 01:02:23,900 --> 01:02:26,120 Academy . But the last class to ever 1220 01:02:26,120 --> 01:02:28,009 have a true plea beer . The Naval 1221 01:02:28,009 --> 01:02:30,231 Academy class of 1983 and a few of them 1222 01:02:30,231 --> 01:02:32,120 snuck in over here . Welcome . 1223 01:02:38,700 --> 01:02:40,756 I would like to personally thank the 1224 01:02:40,756 --> 01:02:43,110 volunteer South um advisory group , 1225 01:02:43,120 --> 01:02:45,287 conclude members that are present here 1226 01:02:45,287 --> 01:02:48,430 today . Your experience in context has 1227 01:02:48,430 --> 01:02:50,597 really helped to command and it helped 1228 01:02:50,597 --> 01:02:52,541 me to enable better decisions . So 1229 01:02:52,541 --> 01:02:55,750 thank you . We're blessed here in this 1230 01:02:55,750 --> 01:02:58,880 region , particularly in Miami who many 1231 01:02:58,880 --> 01:03:00,936 call the capital of Latin America at 1232 01:03:00,936 --> 01:03:03,520 least are our family in brazil calls it 1233 01:03:03,520 --> 01:03:05,576 little rio . I'm not sure about that 1234 01:03:05,576 --> 01:03:07,464 but we are blessed here to have a 1235 01:03:07,464 --> 01:03:09,687 patriotic community , a family oriented 1236 01:03:09,687 --> 01:03:11,631 community represented today by our 1237 01:03:11,631 --> 01:03:14,730 hometown mayor Mayor JC Bermudez Mayor , 1238 01:03:14,730 --> 01:03:16,119 thank you for being here 1239 01:03:22,100 --> 01:03:24,230 and Commissioner Pepe Diaz right 1240 01:03:24,230 --> 01:03:26,063 alongside him . Thank you both . 1241 01:03:29,600 --> 01:03:32,550 Mhm . I also really appreciate the 1242 01:03:32,560 --> 01:03:34,671 support from the legislative branch . 1243 01:03:34,671 --> 01:03:36,671 Senator Joni ernst from Iowa combat 1244 01:03:36,671 --> 01:03:38,770 veteran yourself are hometown 1245 01:03:38,770 --> 01:03:41,050 congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz 1246 01:03:41,050 --> 01:03:43,330 and Representative steve Womack from 1247 01:03:43,330 --> 01:03:46,650 Arkansas Colonel . All of you have been 1248 01:03:46,650 --> 01:03:49,050 great supporters of Rcom team , our 1249 01:03:49,050 --> 01:03:51,760 military and our families to get us the 1250 01:03:51,760 --> 01:03:53,927 resources we need to defend this great 1251 01:03:53,927 --> 01:03:55,538 nation . Thank you very much 1252 01:04:03,390 --> 01:04:05,930 to my amigos . Minister of Defense 1253 01:04:06,270 --> 01:04:09,120 Security ministers , Chiefs of Defense 1254 01:04:09,310 --> 01:04:11,580 commissioners , senior enlisted 1255 01:04:11,580 --> 01:04:14,610 advisors and your spouses from this 1256 01:04:14,610 --> 01:04:16,610 great shared neighborhood of ours 1257 01:04:17,090 --> 01:04:19,201 neighborhood of promising freedom the 1258 01:04:19,201 --> 01:04:21,590 Western hemisphere . Thank you for your 1259 01:04:21,590 --> 01:04:25,020 friendship and trust gracias por su um 1260 01:04:25,020 --> 01:04:27,720 assad a country Enza . Mhm . 1261 01:04:33,190 --> 01:04:36,450 Mhm I've come I've come to know all of 1262 01:04:36,450 --> 01:04:38,250 you and I value the trusted 1263 01:04:38,250 --> 01:04:40,340 partnerships and friendships were 1264 01:04:40,340 --> 01:04:43,270 formed this neighborhood is our shared 1265 01:04:43,270 --> 01:04:45,610 home and we must defend it together , 1266 01:04:46,390 --> 01:04:48,890 proximity matters . We must continue to 1267 01:04:48,890 --> 01:04:51,560 value that our people to people 1268 01:04:51,560 --> 01:04:54,780 connections are built to last . We must 1269 01:04:54,780 --> 01:04:56,391 invest in this aspect of our 1270 01:04:56,391 --> 01:04:58,336 relationship through more personal 1271 01:04:58,336 --> 01:05:01,140 exchanges , more education and more 1272 01:05:01,140 --> 01:05:03,990 exercises . We must be on the field 1273 01:05:03,990 --> 01:05:07,110 together to compete and win 1274 01:05:08,390 --> 01:05:10,168 our neighborhood of the western 1275 01:05:10,168 --> 01:05:12,279 hemisphere is the number one economic 1276 01:05:12,279 --> 01:05:14,334 trading region for the United States 1277 01:05:14,334 --> 01:05:16,557 with vital resources such as the global 1278 01:05:16,557 --> 01:05:20,250 lifeblood , freshwater and lithium and 1279 01:05:20,250 --> 01:05:23,290 renewable energy . We must recognize 1280 01:05:23,290 --> 01:05:26,720 that strategic importance key to what 1281 01:05:26,720 --> 01:05:28,776 makes this our shared neighborhood . 1282 01:05:29,490 --> 01:05:32,100 Our our values here is to democratic 1283 01:05:32,100 --> 01:05:34,730 principles abiding by the rule of law 1284 01:05:34,730 --> 01:05:36,841 and respect for personal freedoms and 1285 01:05:36,841 --> 01:05:40,430 rights as professional security forces . 1286 01:05:40,430 --> 01:05:43,880 We swear us to ensure we remain aligned 1287 01:05:43,880 --> 01:05:46,830 to those values and I know we have 1288 01:05:46,830 --> 01:05:50,810 worked tirelessly together to increase 1289 01:05:50,810 --> 01:05:52,920 the professionalism ourself com team 1290 01:05:53,390 --> 01:05:56,340 and our partners . It's the number one 1291 01:05:56,340 --> 01:05:59,550 thing we must do . Professional forces 1292 01:05:59,550 --> 01:06:02,490 win . We do the right thing . 1293 01:06:04,280 --> 01:06:06,210 We earn our legitimacy by staying 1294 01:06:06,210 --> 01:06:08,321 aligned to our constitutional oaths . 1295 01:06:08,321 --> 01:06:10,700 Even in the face of intense challenges 1296 01:06:11,280 --> 01:06:14,320 and existential threats , Professional 1297 01:06:14,320 --> 01:06:16,990 forces embrace an ethical North Star 1298 01:06:17,450 --> 01:06:19,940 that points towards human rights rule 1299 01:06:19,940 --> 01:06:21,950 of law , respect for differences , 1300 01:06:23,380 --> 01:06:25,547 respect for women , peace and security 1301 01:06:25,547 --> 01:06:27,602 and the key role of non commissioned 1302 01:06:27,602 --> 01:06:30,200 officers . We build trust . 1303 01:06:31,780 --> 01:06:34,002 Professional Fortnite have a relentless 1304 01:06:34,002 --> 01:06:35,891 drive to be the best we call that 1305 01:06:35,891 --> 01:06:38,860 combat readiness . And this is the 1306 01:06:38,860 --> 01:06:40,680 ultimate element of integrated 1307 01:06:40,680 --> 01:06:43,990 deterrence . Over the past three years , 1308 01:06:44,000 --> 01:06:46,222 the democracies of our shared neighbors 1309 01:06:46,222 --> 01:06:48,389 have been under assault from a vicious 1310 01:06:48,389 --> 01:06:50,570 circle of threats . Cross cutting 1311 01:06:50,570 --> 01:06:52,910 threats that include corruption , 1312 01:06:53,280 --> 01:06:56,690 climate change , COVID , 19 major 1313 01:06:56,690 --> 01:06:59,090 hurricanes , earthquakes , volcanoes , 1314 01:06:59,780 --> 01:07:01,836 transnational criminal organizations 1315 01:07:02,380 --> 01:07:04,547 and the corrosive and malign influence 1316 01:07:04,547 --> 01:07:06,547 of the people's republic of china . 1317 01:07:07,680 --> 01:07:10,520 Under this assault threats when there 1318 01:07:10,520 --> 01:07:12,520 was every reason to stray from that 1319 01:07:12,520 --> 01:07:15,660 ethical north star security forces , 1320 01:07:16,880 --> 01:07:19,430 mi amigos represented by the leaders 1321 01:07:19,430 --> 01:07:20,710 you see here today 1322 01:07:22,780 --> 01:07:26,080 remained professional . We remain 1323 01:07:26,080 --> 01:07:27,080 professional . 1324 01:07:36,180 --> 01:07:39,060 Professional , a political combat 1325 01:07:39,070 --> 01:07:41,810 ethical forces . That's the foundation 1326 01:07:41,810 --> 01:07:43,800 of winning and that's what we have 1327 01:07:43,800 --> 01:07:46,440 focused on building . So thank you . 1328 01:07:46,450 --> 01:07:49,210 Which is gracias Obrigado , Merci 1329 01:07:49,210 --> 01:07:50,988 Beaucoup for your commitment to 1330 01:07:50,988 --> 01:07:52,821 professionalism as ever inspired 1331 01:07:52,821 --> 01:07:55,700 attendance today , Laura 1332 01:07:56,380 --> 01:08:00,000 Jim , welcome aboard . Congratulations . 1333 01:08:00,770 --> 01:08:02,714 You are commanding a great team of 1334 01:08:02,714 --> 01:08:04,590 professionals in a wonderful 1335 01:08:04,590 --> 01:08:07,320 neighborhood . We appreciate your 1336 01:08:07,320 --> 01:08:09,590 enthusiasm and family orientation 1337 01:08:09,590 --> 01:08:12,190 during turnover and we know you're 1338 01:08:12,190 --> 01:08:15,560 excited and ready . Congratulations two 1339 01:08:15,560 --> 01:08:15,790 up 1340 01:08:23,270 --> 01:08:25,350 to our self com team . Military 1341 01:08:25,540 --> 01:08:28,580 civilians , contractors , components , 1342 01:08:28,580 --> 01:08:31,290 the Big eight Garrison and families 1343 01:08:31,870 --> 01:08:33,759 Arthur and I were humbled by your 1344 01:08:33,759 --> 01:08:36,600 selfless service and sacrifice . We 1345 01:08:36,600 --> 01:08:39,580 pledged you to serve you with our 1346 01:08:39,590 --> 01:08:43,290 utmost energy and passion and we 1347 01:08:43,290 --> 01:08:47,020 did . We left nothing on the field . We 1348 01:08:47,020 --> 01:08:49,600 gave it our all thanks for all you do 1349 01:08:49,600 --> 01:08:51,767 to defend our nation and build trust . 1350 01:08:52,280 --> 01:08:54,880 I'll miss walking around and hearing 1351 01:08:54,880 --> 01:08:57,680 your stories . We will miss you . Thank 1352 01:08:57,680 --> 01:08:58,680 you . 1353 01:09:06,070 --> 01:09:08,292 But finally , I would like to recognize 1354 01:09:08,292 --> 01:09:12,100 the most important part of my own 1355 01:09:12,100 --> 01:09:14,267 professional and personal journey . My 1356 01:09:14,267 --> 01:09:18,070 family Since July 6 , 1979 when I 1357 01:09:18,070 --> 01:09:20,460 swore an oath to support and defend the 1358 01:09:20,460 --> 01:09:22,516 constitution of the United States of 1359 01:09:22,516 --> 01:09:25,780 America . My family has stood with me , 1360 01:09:26,970 --> 01:09:29,192 my dad , Henry and his wife JD watching 1361 01:09:29,192 --> 01:09:31,081 from our future hometown at state 1362 01:09:31,081 --> 01:09:33,770 College pennsylvania Dad , you've 1363 01:09:33,770 --> 01:09:37,750 always been there for me . Thanks for 1364 01:09:37,750 --> 01:09:39,750 being my breast friend . Thanks for 1365 01:09:39,750 --> 01:09:41,490 inspiring me and I love you 1366 01:09:51,770 --> 01:09:54,060 to my late mother Audrey she always had 1367 01:09:54,060 --> 01:09:56,282 the Keenest interest in others . You're 1368 01:09:56,282 --> 01:09:58,320 going to get 1000 questions mom . I 1369 01:09:58,320 --> 01:10:01,400 know you're watching with pride . I 1370 01:10:01,400 --> 01:10:04,070 love you . Mhm . 1371 01:10:09,760 --> 01:10:12,050 To my sister's Jody and Lynn and 1372 01:10:12,050 --> 01:10:14,272 brother Neil see you up on the screen . 1373 01:10:14,560 --> 01:10:17,280 Thanks for being there and supporting 1374 01:10:17,280 --> 01:10:19,410 me . I know I'm not always the best 1375 01:10:19,410 --> 01:10:21,880 about calling and remembering events 1376 01:10:21,880 --> 01:10:23,880 and dates but but you never stopped 1377 01:10:23,880 --> 01:10:26,102 calling . You never stopped loving me . 1378 01:10:26,360 --> 01:10:27,360 Thank you 1379 01:10:34,820 --> 01:10:36,970 to Martha's dad , Leanne Ellen and 1380 01:10:36,980 --> 01:10:39,091 brothers and sisters who are watching 1381 01:10:39,091 --> 01:10:41,258 today . Thanks for your support Leonel 1382 01:10:41,258 --> 01:10:43,880 dad bobo . You came to United States 1383 01:10:43,880 --> 01:10:46,170 from Brazil in 1947 and to me who 1384 01:10:46,170 --> 01:10:48,226 represents the promise of our shared 1385 01:10:48,226 --> 01:10:50,780 neighborhood where people can have hope 1386 01:10:50,780 --> 01:10:53,002 and work hard to fulfill their dreams . 1387 01:10:53,760 --> 01:10:55,780 Thanks and to mark this late mother 1388 01:10:55,780 --> 01:10:57,947 judy who was always cheering us on and 1389 01:10:57,947 --> 01:11:00,130 so supportive of our service . Thank 1390 01:11:00,130 --> 01:11:03,360 you Yeah . 1391 01:11:08,260 --> 01:11:11,170 To our daughters Jessica and Abby and 1392 01:11:11,170 --> 01:11:14,370 your beautiful families . Thank you . I 1393 01:11:14,370 --> 01:11:17,070 volunteered to serve your mom and I 1394 01:11:17,660 --> 01:11:19,660 volunteer together when we swore an 1395 01:11:19,660 --> 01:11:22,000 oath in our marriage valves . But 1396 01:11:22,000 --> 01:11:23,722 military Children don't get to 1397 01:11:23,722 --> 01:11:26,870 volunteer . You're born into this life 1398 01:11:26,870 --> 01:11:30,490 of service . It was never easy but your 1399 01:11:30,490 --> 01:11:32,280 courage and resilience made a 1400 01:11:32,280 --> 01:11:35,380 difference and we're proud of you . 1401 01:11:36,160 --> 01:11:37,690 Thank you and we love you 1402 01:11:45,960 --> 01:11:49,280 Yeah . To my wife Martha . 1403 01:11:50,260 --> 01:11:53,190 Everyone needs a Martha . I have mine 1404 01:11:55,560 --> 01:11:59,190 37 years plus we swore an oath 1405 01:11:59,640 --> 01:12:01,807 and we faithfully and lovingly carried 1406 01:12:01,807 --> 01:12:04,290 that promise forward every day every 1407 01:12:04,290 --> 01:12:07,940 step every move . We constantly said 1408 01:12:07,940 --> 01:12:10,080 this won't last forever . But we will 1409 01:12:10,450 --> 01:12:14,080 we did we will and I do I love you . 1410 01:12:21,750 --> 01:12:21,980 Mhm 1411 01:12:26,150 --> 01:12:28,760 My final point is this it's about love 1412 01:12:29,650 --> 01:12:32,450 In the Great Book The Bible John 15 13 1413 01:12:32,450 --> 01:12:35,290 States Greater love has no one than 1414 01:12:35,290 --> 01:12:38,080 this to lay down one's life for one's 1415 01:12:38,080 --> 01:12:41,070 friends loves of great force multiplier . 1416 01:12:43,820 --> 01:12:46,580 It's the glue that builds trust . Mhm 1417 01:12:47,950 --> 01:12:50,670 And so ultimately why I serve in state 1418 01:12:51,550 --> 01:12:53,330 love of country , love of the 1419 01:12:53,330 --> 01:12:55,663 constitution . United States of America . 1420 01:12:56,050 --> 01:12:59,440 Love of our military family , love of 1421 01:12:59,440 --> 01:13:03,370 our family . We are 1422 01:13:03,370 --> 01:13:06,260 filled with gratitude and love thank 1423 01:13:06,260 --> 01:13:08,780 you Muchas gracias obrigado merci 1424 01:13:08,780 --> 01:13:10,980 beaucoup . Mhm Yeah . 1425 01:13:14,150 --> 01:13:15,150 Yeah . 1426 01:13:19,650 --> 01:13:20,650 Yeah . 1427 01:13:24,250 --> 01:13:27,480 Yeah . Mhm . Yeah . 1428 01:13:34,250 --> 01:13:37,480 Yeah . Yeah . Yeah . Mhm . 1429 01:13:38,450 --> 01:13:41,260 Yeah . Mhm . 1430 01:13:47,250 --> 01:13:48,480 Yeah . Mhm . 1431 01:13:55,850 --> 01:13:58,017 Ladies and gentlemen , the Commander , 1432 01:13:58,017 --> 01:14:00,183 United States Southern Command General 1433 01:14:00,183 --> 01:14:02,517 Laura J Richardson , United States Army . 1434 01:14:04,050 --> 01:14:04,520 Well 1435 01:14:10,440 --> 01:14:12,162 well good afternoon ladies and 1436 01:14:12,162 --> 01:14:15,900 gentlemen Dama si caballero's moy 1437 01:14:15,900 --> 01:14:19,630 buenas tardes , boa tarde j Jonah 1438 01:14:19,630 --> 01:14:22,730 prima di thank you so much for 1439 01:14:22,730 --> 01:14:25,270 attending Today's very special ceremony 1440 01:14:25,740 --> 01:14:27,970 here at United States Southern Command 1441 01:14:27,970 --> 01:14:31,200 headquarters . Both Admiral Fowler and 1442 01:14:31,200 --> 01:14:33,530 I appreciate the tremendous turnout 1443 01:14:33,530 --> 01:14:36,960 today and I appreciate the 1444 01:14:36,970 --> 01:14:39,110 strong relationships which are a 1445 01:14:39,110 --> 01:14:42,460 testament to our great partnerships 1446 01:14:42,460 --> 01:14:44,610 with our central american South 1447 01:14:44,610 --> 01:14:47,860 american and caribbean partner nations 1448 01:14:47,870 --> 01:14:51,460 in our shared neighborhood . I would 1449 01:14:51,460 --> 01:14:53,404 like to give a warm welcome to our 1450 01:14:53,404 --> 01:14:55,870 distinguished visitors . Members of our 1451 01:14:55,870 --> 01:14:59,670 United States Congress ambassadors , 1452 01:15:00,040 --> 01:15:03,500 Ministers of Defense Chiefs of Defense , 1453 01:15:04,740 --> 01:15:08,460 their spouses . United States 1454 01:15:08,940 --> 01:15:11,760 Chief of Staff of our Air Force comment 1455 01:15:11,760 --> 01:15:13,760 on in the United States Coast Guard 1456 01:15:14,810 --> 01:15:16,990 special guests . Community guests from 1457 01:15:16,990 --> 01:15:20,810 Doral and Miami Family . 1458 01:15:21,020 --> 01:15:23,360 Friends who have traveled from texas 1459 01:15:24,840 --> 01:15:28,350 and the South com team . It is really a 1460 01:15:28,350 --> 01:15:30,406 special day and we are so honored to 1461 01:15:30,406 --> 01:15:33,030 have you with us in person . Your 1462 01:15:33,030 --> 01:15:35,830 presence here reinforces our shared 1463 01:15:35,830 --> 01:15:38,950 commitment to a secure , free and 1464 01:15:38,950 --> 01:15:41,670 prosperous Western hemisphere . 1465 01:15:43,240 --> 01:15:45,462 I would like to thank President Biden , 1466 01:15:45,462 --> 01:15:48,400 Secretary Austin and General Milley for 1467 01:15:48,400 --> 01:15:50,456 their trust and confidence in me for 1468 01:15:50,456 --> 01:15:53,870 this very important position . I am 1469 01:15:53,870 --> 01:15:55,870 following behind my fellow shipmate 1470 01:15:56,100 --> 01:15:58,280 Admiral Faller who has been an 1471 01:15:58,280 --> 01:16:00,250 incredible combatant Commander , 1472 01:16:01,710 --> 01:16:03,877 Secretary Austin and Chairman Milley , 1473 01:16:04,330 --> 01:16:07,130 Thank you for the kind words . Thank 1474 01:16:07,130 --> 01:16:09,460 you for officiating officiating today's 1475 01:16:09,460 --> 01:16:12,100 ceremony . Your guidance and your 1476 01:16:12,100 --> 01:16:15,900 invaluable words of wisdom , craig 1477 01:16:15,910 --> 01:16:19,020 Martha . Thank you so much for the warm 1478 01:16:19,020 --> 01:16:22,220 welcome to South com . You have been 1479 01:16:22,220 --> 01:16:24,750 the best sponsors I could ever ask for . 1480 01:16:25,830 --> 01:16:28,052 But more importantly , I would , I want 1481 01:16:28,052 --> 01:16:31,070 to thank you for your 38 years of loyal 1482 01:16:31,080 --> 01:16:34,640 and dedicated service to our nation . I 1483 01:16:34,640 --> 01:16:36,584 wish you both the best of luck and 1484 01:16:36,584 --> 01:16:38,950 retirement and enjoy the time you spend 1485 01:16:38,950 --> 01:16:41,061 with your daughter's grandkids , your 1486 01:16:41,061 --> 01:16:43,640 father and most importantly fishing 1487 01:16:45,230 --> 01:16:47,680 as all of us know our military families 1488 01:16:47,680 --> 01:16:50,830 are our strength and foundation and I 1489 01:16:50,830 --> 01:16:53,240 am here today because of my family 1490 01:16:55,430 --> 01:16:57,720 and I want to thank my husband Jim a 1491 01:16:57,720 --> 01:16:59,998 Lieutenant General in the army as well . 1492 01:16:59,998 --> 01:17:02,280 We have been a dual military family for 1493 01:17:02,280 --> 01:17:05,800 3.5 decades . My daughter Lauren who 1494 01:17:05,800 --> 01:17:07,633 works at the U . S . Coast Guard 1495 01:17:07,633 --> 01:17:09,689 headquarters in Washington , D . C . 1496 01:17:09,730 --> 01:17:12,040 And my granddaughter . My granddaughter 1497 01:17:12,050 --> 01:17:15,730 Ana who is four years old are also here 1498 01:17:15,730 --> 01:17:16,350 today . 1499 01:17:22,830 --> 01:17:26,660 Yeah . And I 1500 01:17:26,660 --> 01:17:28,660 want to thank all three of them for 1501 01:17:28,660 --> 01:17:30,882 their support , encourage encouragement 1502 01:17:30,882 --> 01:17:32,938 and patients over my 35 years in the 1503 01:17:32,938 --> 01:17:35,390 army . Without that support , we would 1504 01:17:35,390 --> 01:17:37,560 not have been able to sustain a dual 1505 01:17:37,560 --> 01:17:40,260 military family and I am very grateful 1506 01:17:40,270 --> 01:17:43,560 and I love you . Mhm . 1507 01:17:48,230 --> 01:17:50,397 Also my parents are watching virtually 1508 01:17:50,397 --> 01:17:53,150 from colorado Dr Jan and Sue Strickland 1509 01:17:53,730 --> 01:17:56,610 as well as my sisters Elaine and Janice 1510 01:17:56,610 --> 01:17:59,060 my brother Darwin and their families . 1511 01:17:59,430 --> 01:18:01,620 Thank you for everything . I love you 1512 01:18:01,620 --> 01:18:04,420 guys . Yeah , yeah . 1513 01:18:10,920 --> 01:18:13,142 To our south com team . I'm honored and 1514 01:18:13,142 --> 01:18:16,980 excited to serve alongside you and lead 1515 01:18:16,980 --> 01:18:19,650 this team in an era of great change . 1516 01:18:20,120 --> 01:18:21,787 We're seeing rapid events and 1517 01:18:21,787 --> 01:18:23,580 technology that requires us to 1518 01:18:23,580 --> 01:18:26,900 understand decide and act faster in all 1519 01:18:26,910 --> 01:18:30,040 five domains for potential conflict , 1520 01:18:30,040 --> 01:18:33,350 land , sea , air , space and cyberspace . 1521 01:18:34,120 --> 01:18:35,953 We're dealing with cross cutting 1522 01:18:35,953 --> 01:18:37,787 threats that know , no borders , 1523 01:18:38,120 --> 01:18:41,050 pandemics , corruption , transnational 1524 01:18:41,050 --> 01:18:43,570 criminal organizations , irregular 1525 01:18:43,570 --> 01:18:46,260 migration and climate change . We're 1526 01:18:46,260 --> 01:18:49,010 now in an era of long term strategic 1527 01:18:49,010 --> 01:18:51,360 competition and it's a competition 1528 01:18:51,370 --> 01:18:54,640 between democracy and authoritarianism . 1529 01:18:55,220 --> 01:18:57,580 These challenges are unfolding right 1530 01:18:57,580 --> 01:19:01,550 here in our shared neighborhood . I 1531 01:19:01,550 --> 01:19:03,272 grew up in a small town called 1532 01:19:03,272 --> 01:19:05,620 Northglenn colorado where everyone knew 1533 01:19:05,620 --> 01:19:08,440 respected and trusted each other . Our 1534 01:19:08,440 --> 01:19:10,670 region is also a neighborhood where we 1535 01:19:10,670 --> 01:19:13,440 respect trust and support each other . 1536 01:19:14,420 --> 01:19:16,560 We have so many mutual bonds . 1537 01:19:16,680 --> 01:19:20,340 Geographic , historical , cultural and 1538 01:19:20,340 --> 01:19:23,450 economic and this is why we want to see 1539 01:19:23,450 --> 01:19:26,260 each other succeed . The security of 1540 01:19:26,260 --> 01:19:29,080 this region is inextricably linked to 1541 01:19:29,080 --> 01:19:32,730 our own national security . Today many 1542 01:19:32,730 --> 01:19:34,619 of our closest partners are still 1543 01:19:34,619 --> 01:19:37,740 fighting bravely against COVID-19 and 1544 01:19:37,740 --> 01:19:39,573 we are all too familiar with the 1545 01:19:39,573 --> 01:19:41,480 devastation caused by this deadly 1546 01:19:41,480 --> 01:19:44,220 pandemic and I empathize with those who 1547 01:19:44,220 --> 01:19:47,500 have felt its horrific impacts . We 1548 01:19:47,500 --> 01:19:49,333 will continue to fulfill our our 1549 01:19:49,333 --> 01:19:52,210 enduring promise to be a trusted 1550 01:19:52,210 --> 01:19:54,760 partner . We will keep supporting whole 1551 01:19:54,760 --> 01:19:57,200 of government efforts To help our 1552 01:19:57,200 --> 01:20:00,630 partner nations recover from COVID-19 . 1553 01:20:01,310 --> 01:20:03,720 We will focus on rebuilding regional 1554 01:20:03,720 --> 01:20:05,810 resilience , expanding our security 1555 01:20:05,810 --> 01:20:09,080 cooperation and multilateral exercises 1556 01:20:09,440 --> 01:20:12,240 and increasing training and education . 1557 01:20:13,110 --> 01:20:15,277 We will synchronize our efforts across 1558 01:20:15,277 --> 01:20:17,650 all combatant commands to narrow the 1559 01:20:17,650 --> 01:20:20,030 seams are competitors are trying to 1560 01:20:20,030 --> 01:20:22,590 exploit . We will draw upon the 1561 01:20:22,590 --> 01:20:25,660 strength in our neighborhood from 1562 01:20:25,660 --> 01:20:29,130 partners who share our values 1563 01:20:29,610 --> 01:20:33,090 of freedom , democracy , respect for 1564 01:20:33,090 --> 01:20:36,060 human rights , the rule of law and 1565 01:20:36,060 --> 01:20:39,090 gender equality . We must pick up the 1566 01:20:39,090 --> 01:20:41,510 pieces left by the pandemic and 1567 01:20:41,510 --> 01:20:44,310 transform our relationships To meet 1568 01:20:44,310 --> 01:20:48,140 21st century security challenges . But 1569 01:20:48,140 --> 01:20:50,410 simply we've all got to be on the field 1570 01:20:50,410 --> 01:20:53,950 together wearing the same Jersey South . 1571 01:20:53,950 --> 01:20:56,760 Com D . O . D . The interagency , our 1572 01:20:56,760 --> 01:20:59,230 partner nations , the private sector 1573 01:20:59,230 --> 01:21:02,670 and Ngos . If we do that , I have no 1574 01:21:02,670 --> 01:21:05,890 doubt we will win . But only if we work 1575 01:21:05,890 --> 01:21:09,330 together . Good toss . I look forward 1576 01:21:09,330 --> 01:21:11,330 to continuing to serve the american 1577 01:21:11,330 --> 01:21:13,608 people by leading this great team at U . 1578 01:21:13,608 --> 01:21:16,240 S . Southern command . Vamonos . Thank 1579 01:21:16,240 --> 01:21:20,040 you . Muchas gracias Obrigado Merci . 1580 01:21:27,910 --> 01:21:28,910 Mhm . 1581 01:21:42,110 --> 01:21:44,166 Ladies and gentlemen , please remain 1582 01:21:44,166 --> 01:21:46,110 standing for the retirement of the 1583 01:21:46,110 --> 01:21:48,440 colors . Mhm . 1584 01:21:57,310 --> 01:22:00,830 All right . Fire the color 1585 01:22:02,200 --> 01:22:05,500 entire color . Yeah . 1586 01:22:09,200 --> 01:22:10,360 Four . Whoa . 1587 01:22:16,900 --> 01:22:17,320 Here . 1588 01:22:22,700 --> 01:22:25,330 Hey Mark . Yeah , 1589 01:22:36,000 --> 01:22:37,000 yeah . 1590 01:22:50,300 --> 01:22:52,356 Ladies and gentlemen , please remain 1591 01:22:52,356 --> 01:22:54,467 standing for the playing of the armed 1592 01:22:54,467 --> 01:22:54,230 forces medley . 1593 01:23:01,600 --> 01:23:04,620 Mhm . Mhm . 1594 01:23:08,100 --> 01:23:09,620 Mhm , mm hmm . 1595 01:23:12,600 --> 01:23:13,730 Mhm . Yeah . 1596 01:23:18,700 --> 01:23:22,330 Yeah . Right . Mhm . Yeah . 1597 01:23:30,800 --> 01:23:34,230 Yeah . Yeah . 1598 01:23:36,800 --> 01:23:37,800 Mhm . 1599 01:23:40,800 --> 01:23:41,800 Okay . 1600 01:23:45,200 --> 01:23:49,110 Yeah . Mhm . Mhm . 1601 01:23:54,600 --> 01:23:58,330 Yeah . Yeah . Mhm . 1602 01:23:58,900 --> 01:23:59,900 Mhm . 1603 01:24:13,590 --> 01:24:14,590 Mhm . 1604 01:24:17,890 --> 01:24:19,120 Mhm . Yeah . 1605 01:24:35,290 --> 01:24:37,700 Mhm . Mhm . 1606 01:24:43,290 --> 01:24:45,620 Yeah . Yeah . Mhm . 1607 01:24:51,590 --> 01:24:52,590 Mhm . 1608 01:24:56,090 --> 01:24:59,120 Mhm mm hmm . 1609 01:25:11,490 --> 01:25:14,710 Yeah . Mhm . 1610 01:25:22,690 --> 01:25:23,690 Yeah . 1611 01:25:26,690 --> 01:25:27,690 Mhm . 1612 01:25:30,490 --> 01:25:31,490 Okay . 1613 01:25:39,890 --> 01:25:41,290 Yeah . Yeah . 1614 01:25:45,790 --> 01:25:48,520 Mm . Mhm . 1615 01:25:50,090 --> 01:25:51,090 Yeah . 1616 01:26:08,980 --> 01:26:10,036 Don't know . Mhm . 1617 01:26:20,180 --> 01:26:21,390 No . Mhm . 1618 01:26:27,780 --> 01:26:30,710 Yeah . Mhm . 1619 01:26:34,380 --> 01:26:36,713 Ladies and gentlemen , please be seated . 1620 01:26:40,580 --> 01:26:42,830 It is customary at Davey retirements to 1621 01:26:42,830 --> 01:26:45,120 read the watch symbolic of the 1622 01:26:45,120 --> 01:26:47,330 transition of duty from one sailor to 1623 01:26:47,330 --> 01:26:49,497 another . At this time Chief Carlton , 1624 01:26:49,497 --> 01:26:51,480 Anthony , United States Navy will 1625 01:26:51,480 --> 01:26:53,700 recite the watch for Admiral Faller 1626 01:27:01,880 --> 01:27:05,860 For over 38 years . This sailor stood 1627 01:27:05,870 --> 01:27:09,640 the watch while some of us were in our 1628 01:27:09,640 --> 01:27:13,140 bunks at night . This sailor stood the 1629 01:27:13,140 --> 01:27:16,400 watch while some of us were in 1630 01:27:16,400 --> 01:27:19,810 school learning our trade . This sailor 1631 01:27:20,180 --> 01:27:21,500 stood the watch . 1632 01:27:23,480 --> 01:27:25,860 Yes . Even before some of us were born 1633 01:27:25,860 --> 01:27:29,150 into this world . This sailor stood the 1634 01:27:29,150 --> 01:27:32,870 watch in those years when the storm 1635 01:27:32,870 --> 01:27:35,037 clouds of war were seen brewing on the 1636 01:27:35,037 --> 01:27:38,040 horizon of history . This sailor stood 1637 01:27:38,040 --> 01:27:41,750 the watch many times . He would cast an 1638 01:27:41,750 --> 01:27:44,680 eye ashore to see his family , Martha , 1639 01:27:44,690 --> 01:27:47,230 Jessica and abby standing there needing 1640 01:27:47,230 --> 01:27:49,530 his guidance and help needing that hand 1641 01:27:49,530 --> 01:27:51,800 to hold during hard times . But he 1642 01:27:51,800 --> 01:27:55,590 still stood the watch . He 1643 01:27:55,590 --> 01:27:58,760 stood to watch for over 38 years . He 1644 01:27:58,760 --> 01:28:01,820 stood the watch so that we our families , 1645 01:28:01,820 --> 01:28:03,820 our fellow countrymen because he is 1646 01:28:03,820 --> 01:28:06,880 style and safety knowing a sailor had 1647 01:28:06,890 --> 01:28:10,170 to watch . Mhm . Today we're here to 1648 01:28:10,170 --> 01:28:13,210 say . Shipmate the watch stands , 1649 01:28:13,210 --> 01:28:16,060 relieved , relieved by those who lead 1650 01:28:16,060 --> 01:28:18,790 got it and train . Shipmate 1651 01:28:20,470 --> 01:28:23,450 you stand relieved the men and women of 1652 01:28:23,450 --> 01:28:25,980 the United States Southern Command have 1653 01:28:25,990 --> 01:28:26,780 the watch 1654 01:28:30,470 --> 01:28:31,790 terrible Who 1655 01:28:34,070 --> 01:28:36,237 Today's side . Boy detail is comprised 1656 01:28:36,237 --> 01:28:38,680 of members from the Army , Marine Corps , 1657 01:28:38,690 --> 01:28:40,790 Navy Air Force and Coast Guard who 1658 01:28:40,790 --> 01:28:42,846 represent the more than 2000 service 1659 01:28:42,846 --> 01:28:44,957 members located throughout the United 1660 01:28:44,957 --> 01:28:46,734 States Southern Command area of 1661 01:28:46,734 --> 01:28:48,901 responsibility . The Bosnians wait for 1662 01:28:48,901 --> 01:28:50,957 today's ceremony is Mr Steven Howard 1663 01:28:50,957 --> 01:28:53,179 representing the United States Southern 1664 01:28:53,179 --> 01:28:55,401 Command civilian workforce comprised of 1665 01:28:55,401 --> 01:28:56,846 more than 600 personnel . 1666 01:29:03,470 --> 01:29:05,692 Chief Anthony will present our national 1667 01:29:05,692 --> 01:29:08,190 insulin to Admiral Faller . Ladies and 1668 01:29:08,190 --> 01:29:10,246 gentlemen , you are about to witness 1669 01:29:10,246 --> 01:29:12,079 the passing of our nation's most 1670 01:29:12,079 --> 01:29:14,301 cherished symbol of freedom , the stars 1671 01:29:14,301 --> 01:29:16,246 and stripes on behalf of your many 1672 01:29:16,246 --> 01:29:18,301 shipmates , including those who have 1673 01:29:18,301 --> 01:29:20,523 made the supreme sacrifice . We wish to 1674 01:29:20,523 --> 01:29:22,579 present you the sailors most honored 1675 01:29:22,579 --> 01:29:24,690 and cherished possession . The United 1676 01:29:24,690 --> 01:29:26,840 States national incident , the flag 1677 01:29:26,850 --> 01:29:29,290 which you have so proudly served and so 1678 01:29:29,290 --> 01:29:31,710 honorably defended , accept it . And 1679 01:29:31,710 --> 01:29:34,170 remember that the young men and women 1680 01:29:34,180 --> 01:29:36,290 that you have trained , guided and 1681 01:29:36,290 --> 01:29:38,750 inspired will follow in your footsteps 1682 01:29:38,970 --> 01:29:42,930 and defend it with equal pride in 1683 01:29:42,930 --> 01:29:45,152 recognition of Admiral Father's time at 1684 01:29:45,152 --> 01:29:47,319 sea . The flag has been flown over the 1685 01:29:47,319 --> 01:29:49,810 USs john c Stennis in recognition of 1686 01:29:49,810 --> 01:29:52,320 Admiral Father's time ashore . The flag 1687 01:29:52,320 --> 01:29:54,431 has been flown over the United States 1688 01:29:54,431 --> 01:29:56,376 Naval Academy where he started his 1689 01:29:56,376 --> 01:29:58,487 military career and over the pentagon 1690 01:29:58,487 --> 01:30:00,653 signifying his time and service to the 1691 01:30:00,653 --> 01:30:03,400 Department of Defense And today over 1692 01:30:03,400 --> 01:30:05,122 United States Southern Command 1693 01:30:05,122 --> 01:30:07,344 headquarters and recognition of admiral 1694 01:30:07,344 --> 01:30:09,567 followers , remarkable naval career and 1695 01:30:09,567 --> 01:30:12,320 a tribute to his 38 years of honorable 1696 01:30:12,510 --> 01:30:14,690 and dedicated service to our nation . 1697 01:30:37,160 --> 01:30:38,160 Yeah , 1698 01:30:53,950 --> 01:30:55,950 ladies and gentlemen , please stand 1699 01:31:00,960 --> 01:31:02,904 at this time . Admiral Father will 1700 01:31:02,904 --> 01:31:05,016 request permission from the Secretary 1701 01:31:05,016 --> 01:31:07,680 Defense to go ashore for the final time . 1702 01:31:18,460 --> 01:31:20,404 In keeping with time honored naval 1703 01:31:20,404 --> 01:31:22,571 tradition , we will be piping ashore . 1704 01:31:22,571 --> 01:31:24,349 Admiral Faller and his family . 1705 01:31:38,760 --> 01:31:39,760 Yeah . 1706 01:31:43,360 --> 01:31:46,250 Admiral United States Navy retired and 1707 01:31:46,250 --> 01:31:47,880 family departed 1708 01:32:00,750 --> 01:32:04,750 the South say yes . Yeah . 1709 01:32:11,050 --> 01:32:14,860 As the water is on my sky . It's 1710 01:32:14,860 --> 01:32:18,380 not yes if I . 1711 01:32:19,050 --> 01:32:22,760 Mhm . So see thanks 1712 01:32:23,550 --> 01:32:26,580 do . Mhm . 1713 01:32:28,350 --> 01:32:31,190 There's found me what this 1714 01:32:32,450 --> 01:32:35,700 Thanks . This is with the lower . 1715 01:32:35,700 --> 01:32:39,670 That's my plan . Yeah . Yeah . Mom , 1716 01:32:45,550 --> 01:32:49,550 ladies and gentlemen , please 1717 01:32:49,550 --> 01:32:51,606 remain standing for the departure of 1718 01:32:51,606 --> 01:32:52,772 the official party . 1719 01:33:17,050 --> 01:33:19,161 Ladies and gentlemen , this concludes 1720 01:33:19,161 --> 01:33:21,217 today's change of command ceremony . 1721 01:33:21,217 --> 01:33:23,383 The men and women of the United States 1722 01:33:23,383 --> 01:33:23,150 Southern Command . Thank you for 1723 01:33:23,150 --> 01:33:25,261 attending for those guests wanting to 1724 01:33:25,261 --> 01:33:27,580 farewell Admiral Mrs Fowler . There 1725 01:33:27,580 --> 01:33:29,636 will be a receiving line here in the 1726 01:33:29,636 --> 01:33:31,747 fitness center momentarily , we asked 1727 01:33:31,747 --> 01:33:33,913 our invited guests . Please join us at 1728 01:33:33,913 --> 01:33:36,136 a welcoming reception at the conference 1729 01:33:36,136 --> 01:33:38,191 center of the Americas . A receiving 1730 01:33:38,191 --> 01:33:40,358 line for the commander . United States 1731 01:33:40,358 --> 01:33:39,870 Southern Command and Lieutenant General 1732 01:33:39,870 --> 01:33:41,981 Richardson will be located inside the 1733 01:33:41,981 --> 01:33:42,870 center . Thank you .