Michael Kurilla
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Michael Erik Kurilla (born 16 May 1962)[1] is a United States Army general who serves as the 15th commander of United States Central Command since 1 April 2022.[2][3][4][5] He previously served as the commanding general of XVIII Airborne Corps and before that as the chief of staff of United States Central Command.[6][7]
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Erik Kurilla | |
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Birth name | Michael Erik Kurilla |
Nickname(s) | Gorilla |
Born | (1962-05-16) 16 May 1962 (age 61) California, U.S. |
Allegiance | United States |
Service/ | United States Army |
Years of service | 1988–present |
Rank | General |
Commands held | United States Central Command XVIII Airborne Corps 82nd Airborne Division 75th Ranger Regiment 1st Battalion, 24th Infantry Regiment |
Battles/wars | |
Awards | Army Distinguished Service Medal (2) Defense Superior Service Medal (4) Legion of Merit (2) Bronze Star (5) Purple Heart (2) |
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Kurilla's opening statement at a Senate Armed Services Committee hearing on the FY2024 USCENTCOM posture Recorded 16 March 2023 |
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