Damerjog Peace Tree Planting - Jan. 7, 2022

by Virginia Guard Public Affairs

Service members from Italy and the U.S. worked alongside Djiboutian nationals to plant trees in the village of Damerjog, Djibouti, Jan. 7, 2022. The planting of “peace trees” brings together the host nation and multinational forces, including those from the Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa, in providing beautification and community relations. CJTF-HOA, operating from Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, regularly trains with and works alongside allied and partner nations, coalition forces, and interagency/intergovernmental organizations to achieve a unified effort in East Africa.

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