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"Everyone is an expert in their field." Security Force Assistance Brigades are designed to enhance #USArmy readiness by reducing security assistance demand for existing Brigade Combat Teams. | U.S. Army

#USArmy #Frontline: These new U.S. Army Security Force Assistance Brigades (#SFABS) units are an excellent opportunity for young officers and NCOs to expand their experience, said Brig. Gen. Brian Mennes, director of Force Management with the Army's G-3/5/7. One company commander he met couldn't speak more highly of the experience he gained while training Iraqi troops in Mosul earlier this year. Eventually, the Army will have five active SFABs and one in the National Guard. Initially, two will f