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On the recordSeptember 12, 2011
the primary role of those forces is not anymore defending the Germans or Italians; it is simply a way that we can be forward-deployed in the areas where our troops are most likely to see combat in the future.
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Adam Smith
Democratic · Washington

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Smith discusses the strategic importance of U.S. forces in Europe beyond just defense.

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