Charles Bradford Cooper II
Admiral Charles Bradford Cooper II is a highly experienced naval officer who recently assumed command of U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), succeeding General Michael Kurilla. Prior to his new role, he served as the Deputy Commander of CENTCOM and commanded U.S. naval forces in the Middle East, where he played a key role in maritime operations against Iran and the Houthis. With a distinguished career that includes leadership positions across various commands, Cooper has been involved in significant military operations in the Persian Gulf, Afghanistan, and the Red Sea, as well as strategic collaborations with Israel. He is recognized for his expertise in joint operations and international relations, having established innovative task forces that integrate unmanned systems and artificial intelligence into naval operations.
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Cooper is a naval warfare officer who has served as the deputy commander of CENTCOM since February and has extensive experience in command and international relations.
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