2 hours agoWho is Christopher Lane, the general who is expected to become the next chief of the American Army?
Periskopi(a month ago)
(a month ago)Just two years ago, Christopher Lane was commander of the 82nd Air Division and was known for the harsh discipline, the ban on mobile phones during training and insisting that soldiers use only standard military equipment.
Today, he is preparing to take one of the most important positions in the American Army, with full support from President Donald Trump and Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth.
Lanieve, whom many soldiers considered extremely strict and the old-fashioned “”, gained reputation as a commander focused on restoring traditional discipline to the military. Former General Keith Kellogg, an influential figure in Trump's district, said Lanieve “returned the 82nd Air Division to traditional training and values”.
As commander of the 82nd Air Division, Lanieve imposed strong disciplinary rules, including the prevention of alcohol during traditional entity activities and other restrictions that were not well received by many soldiers.
His career took a decisive turn in South Korea, where during a video conference on opening Trump's second mandate, he drew the attention of the American president.
“Welcome back, Mr. President”, said Lanieve during the video connection to Trump, who reacted with humor asking the crowd: “Is this man at the centre of the actors' selection?”
According to American officials, his performance during that presentation, along with the support of Hegseth and Kellogg, opened the way to becoming one of the most trusted people in the Pentagon.
Since taking office, Hegseth has dismissed or set aside some senior generals, changes that have also helped advance Lanive to the American military hierarchy.
General Lane is exactly the kind of leader the American Army needs right now. No politics, no bullshit, and no focus on the forces of the military,”, Hegseth declared.
