Cadets Return from AIAD in Italy

Published on June 7, 2022

Cadets recently returned from a successful Academic Individual Advanced Development (AIAD) trip to Europe, focused on Culture, Narrative, and Civil-Military Operations. During this trip the Cadets learned about civil affairs through immersion in a Civil-Military Cooperation Course (CIMIC) with the host-country, Italy. Cadets further strengthened military relationships with NATO, explored the complex socio-historical landscape of Italy and participated in actual civil-military operations training. Opportunities like these are made possible by donors supporting the Margin of Excellence.

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