US Army Gen. Michael Erik Kurilla, the outgoing commander of US Central Command (CENTCOM), relinquished command on Friday to US Navy Adm. Brad Cooper during a change of command ceremony held at the Tampa Convention Center.
Prior to assuming command, Adm. Cooper served as deputy commander of CENTCOM.
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