Transforming Allied Military Operations through America's Forward Deployed Corps in Europe
Transforming Allied Military Operations through America's Forward Deployed Corps in Europe
DATE
Tuesday, February 25, 2025
TIME
5:30 PM CT
Check in at
5:00 PM CT
EVENT LOCATION
Malek Theatre
George Bush Presidential Library and Museum
1000 George Bush Dr W, College Station, TX 77845
Join us for a captivating discussion with LTG Charles D. Costanza as he shares his experiences as the Commanding General, V Corps US Army. Learn about the critical role V Corps plays in maintaining global security and the unique challenges of a partially deployed force.
As the commander of the only Army Corps with a constant presence in Europe, LTG Costanza has firsthand experience navigating the complexities of a globally integrated force. Learn about the unique challenges and triumphs of leading the only Army Corps with a year-round, partial deployment. Discover how V Corps is strengthening NATO and forging vital relationships with European allies. And gain insights into the obstacles V Corps has faced and the innovative solutions that have led to success
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SPEAKER BIOGRAPHY
Lieutenant General Costanza assumed duties as the Commanding General of V Corps on 08 April 2024. He most recently served as the Deputy Commanding General of United States Army Europe – Africa and prior to that served as the Commanding General of the 3rd Infantry Division.
Lieutenant General Costanza received his commission in the Armor Branch from the United States Military Academy at West Point in 1991. He holds a Masters Degree in Military Studies from American Military University and in Advanced Military Studies from the United States Army Command and General Staff College.
He has commanded units from company to brigade. Command assignments include: M Company, 3d Squadron, and Regimental Headquarters and Headquarters Troop, 3d Armored Cavalry Regiment, Fort Carson, Colorado; 1st Squadron, 7th Cavalry Regiment, 1st Brigade Combat Team, 1st Cavalry Division, Fort Hood, Texas; and 3d Armored Brigade Combat Team, 3d Infantry Division, Fort Benning, Georgia. Other assignments include Deputy Chief of Staff, G-3/5/7, United States Army Forces Command; Plans Officer, Combined Joint Task Force-7, V Corps; Aide-de-Camp to the Commanding General, Multi-National Security Transition Command-Iraq; Deputy G-3 (Rear), 1st Cavalry Division, Fort Hood, Texas; Chief, Armor Branch, Officer Personnel Management Directorate, United States Army Human Resources Command, Fort Knox, Kentucky; Senior Service College Fellow, Texas A&M University; Director, Concepts Development Division, Capabilities Development and Integration Directorate, United States Army Maneuver Center of Excellence, Fort Benning, Georgia; Chief of Staff, 1st Armored Division, Fort Bliss, Texas; Deputy Commanding General (Support), 1st Armored Division, Fort Bliss, Texas and Operation Inherent Resolve; and Director of Training, Office of the Deputy Chief of Staff, G-3/5/7, Headquarters, Department of the Army.
Lieutenant General Costanza’s operational deployments and combat tours include Operation Joint Guard - Bosnia/Herzegovina, Operation Iraqi Freedom, and Operation Inherent Resolve.
His military education includes the Armor Officer Basic Course, the Infantry Officer Advance Course, United States Army Command and Staff College, the School of Advanced Military Studies, and Senior Service College Fellowship at Texas A&M University.
His awards and decorations include the Distinguished Service Medal, Defense Superior Service Medal, Legion of Merit (5 awards), Bronze Star Medal (5 awards), Ranger Tab, Combat Action Badge, and Basic Parachutist Badge. He has two children Claire and Emma.
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Scowcroft Institute of International Affairs
The Bush School of Government and Public Service Texas A&M University
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