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U.S. Air Force

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About 351st Civil Affairs Command

The 351st Civil Affairs Command (351st CACOM) is a United States Army Reserve unit headquartered in Mountain View, California. Activated in 1952, the 351st has provided civil affairs support to military operations by coordinating civilian-military relations, aiding in governance, and assisting with humanitarian efforts. The unit has supported various missions, including operations in the Balkans, Iraq, Afghanistan, and disaster relief efforts at home and abroad. As part of the U.S. Army Civil Affairs and Psychological Operations Command (Airborne), the 351st CACOM continues to play a vital role in bridging military objectives with civilian needs in complex environments.

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Smith Yvonne

U.S. Army

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Christopher Edwards

U.S. Army

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Osan Korea Electronic Warfare Technician

51 Component Repair Squadron • U.S. Air Force • 1979

Boeing 767 Captain

U.S. Air Force • 2017

Towing Gliders

U.S. Air Force • 2000

C-141 Flight Engineer Graduation

708 Military Airlift Squadron • U.S. Air Force • 1982

About 351st Civil Affairs Command

About this Unit

Historical Facts

• World War II Origins: The 351st Civil Affairs Command traces its lineage to World War II, when civil affairs units played a crucial role in stabilizing liberated territories in Europe and Asia. • Activation: The 351st was officially activated on 16 September 1955, making it one of the older civil affairs commands in the U.S. Army Reserve. • Headquarters: The unit is headquartered at Mountain View, California, giving it a significant presence on the West Coast of the United States. • Humanitarian Missions: Soldiers of the 351st have supported humanitarian and disaster relief operations across the Pacific and Latin America, including missions in Haiti and Central America. • Bosnia and Kosovo Deployments: Members of the 351st played a vital role in peacekeeping and nation-building efforts during the Balkan conflicts in the 1990s. • Operation Iraqi Freedom: The command deployed soldiers to Iraq, where they helped rebuild infrastructure, restore essential services, and work with local governments. • Civil-Military Cooperation: The 351st specializes in working with civilian populations, non-governmental organizations, and local governments to foster stability and peace. • Pacific Rim Engagement: The unit regularly participates in joint exercises and civil-military operations with partner nations in the Asia-Pacific region. • Training and Education: The 351st is known for its comprehensive training in language, culture, and negotiation, preparing soldiers for complex environments. • Distinctive Unit Insignia: The unit’s insignia features a gold torch, symbolizing leadership and guidance, and a globe that represents the worldwide scope of its missions.