07/28/2026
Army Lt. Gen. Kevin Admiral is the Pentagon’s pick to replace Gen. Christopher Donahue as the top Army officer for Europe and Africa, officials said in statement Thursday.
Donahue, who drew national attention as the “last soldier out of Afghanistan” in 2021, informed the Army he was stepping down as the head of Army Europe and Africa last month. Admiral currently serves as the head of the III Armored Corps and Fort Hood in Texas.
Admiral was nominated Thursday by President Donald Trump for the position, the Pentagon said in a release. He must still be confirmed by the Senate. If confirmed, Admiral will also serve as the head of NATO’s Allied Land Command.
Donahoe had led the command since late 2024. Donahue was the latest of several top officers who were fired or suddenly announced their retirement over the last year.
Admiral commissioned in 1994 and has led III Corps since 2024. He previously served as the commander of 1st Cavalry Division and Director director, Force Management, Office of the Deputy Chief of Staff, G-3/5/7, U.S. Army. He has deployed to Iraq, Afghanistan and Europe, and his decorations include the Legion of Merit, Bronze Star and Purple Heart.
