| Kenneth P. Ekman | |
|---|---|
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| Allegiance | United States |
| Branch | United States Air Force |
| Years of service | 1991–present |
| Rank | Major General |
| Commands | 8th Fighter Wing 79th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron 79th Fighter Squadron |
| Battles / wars | War in Afghanistan Iraq War Operation Inherent Resolve |
| Awards | Defense Superior Service Medal (3) Legion of Merit (2) Distinguished Flying Cross Bronze Star Medal |
Kenneth P. Ekman is a United States Air Force major general who serves as the Department of Defense West Africa Coordination Element Lead. He previously served as the director of strategy, engagement, and programs of the United States Africa Command.
Ekman served as deputy commander for operations of the Combined Joint Task Force – Operation Inherent Resolve. He also served as the vice commander of the First Air Force.
References
- "General Officer Assignments". U.S. DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE.
- "MAJOR GENERAL KENNETH P. EKMAN". www.af.mil.
- "General Officer Announcements". U.S. DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE.
- "Alumni Spotlight: Dagvin Anderson '88". January 4, 2021.
- "New Commanders Nominated for AFCENT, Air National Guard". May 11, 2020.
External links
- [REDACTED] Media related to Kenneth P. Ekman at Wikimedia Commons
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| Military offices | ||
|---|---|---|
| Preceded byS. Clinton Hinote | Commander of the 8th Fighter Wing 2014–2015 |
Succeeded byJeremy T. Sloane |
| Preceded byAndrew A. Croft | Vice Director of Operations of the North American Aerospace Defense Command 2015–2016 | |
| Preceded byDaniel J. Orcutt | Vice Commander of the First Air Force 2018–2020 |
Succeeded byWilliam D. Betts |
| Preceded byAlexus Grynkewich | Deputy Commander for Operations of the Combined Joint Task Force – Operation Inherent Resolve 2020–2021 |
Vacant |
| Preceded byJohn M. Wood | Director of Strategy, Engagement and Programs of the United States Africa Command 2021–present |
Incumbent |
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- Recipients of the Defense Superior Service Medal
- Recipients of the Distinguished Flying Cross (United States)
- Recipients of the Legion of Merit
- United States Air Force generals
- United States Air Force personnel of the Iraq War
- United States Air Force personnel of the War in Afghanistan (2001–2021)
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