USAWHC Commander Visits Southern Vanguard 2027 in Tolemaida, Colombia

Official Statements

• 326th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment, November 10: “DORAL, Fla. — Gen. Joseph A. Ryan, U.S. Army Western Hemisphere Command (USAWHC) Commanding General, visited Tolemaida, Colombia, on Nov. 9, 2026, to meet with U.S. and Colombian soldiers participating in Southern Vanguard 2027 (SV27), an annual exercise focused on strengthening interoperability, readiness, and bilateral security cooperation.”

• 326th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment, November 10: “During the visit, Gen. Ryan met with soldiers participating in the exercise and recognized their hard work, dedication, and commitment to joint training. He expressed his support for their efforts and discussed with them the importance of working together to strengthen the military partnership between the United States and Colombia, improve readiness, and enhance their ability to operate in challenging environments.”

• 326th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment, November 10: "It’s got to be practical. It’s got to be beneficial on an individual level, on a unit level, or else it’s really not worth doing," said GEN. Joseph A. Ryan, Commanding General of United States Army Western Hemisphere Command. “The willingness for you all to be here, the willingness for you all to put the effort into it, is something we’re very proud of, and something I hope you all are getting a lot out of.”

• 326th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment, November 10: “Hosted by the Colombian National Army, sponsored by U.S. Southern Command and led by U.S. Army Western Hemisphere Command, SV27 brings together U.S. and Colombian military personnel to strengthen interoperability, enhance combined readiness and reinforce bilateral security cooperation. Building on more than 200 years of diplomatic relations, the exercise supports the continued development of a strong military partnership and contributes to peace, stability, and security throughout the Western Hemisphere.”