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Ulchi Freedom Shield

Ulchi Freedom Shield – a combined, joint, all-domain, and interagency operating environment. This annual exercise aims to build understanding between Combined Forces Command, United States Forces Korea, the United Nations Command, and ROK Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS), ensuring their ability to fortify the combined defense posture and enhance Alliance response capabilities against a spectrum of security threats. It will feature live, virtual, constructive and field-based training, engaging personnel from the various military services.

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CPT David R. Sablan Jr., plans and exercises officer for U.S. Army G6, shares his role during Yama Sakura 89.
U.S. Army Japan
Aug. 26, 2025 | 0:46
CPT David R. Sablan Jr., plans and exercises officer for U.S. Army G6, shares his role during Yama Sakura 89. As the primary communications planner, he works alongside U.S., Japan, and Australian counterparts to build solutions that enable trilateral interoperability. His efforts ensure commanders can communicate with one unified voice in a coalition environment.
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