Naval Striking and Support Forces NATO | |
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Active | 1 July 2004–present |
Allegiance | North Atlantic Treaty Organization |
Location | Oeiras, Portugal |
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Commander | Vice Admiral James G. Foggo III, USN |
Deputy Commander | Rear Admiral Paddy A. Mcalpine, CBE RN |
Naval Striking and Support Forces NATO (STRIKFORNATO) is the principal naval service command of the Allied Command Operations for the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, replacing Naval Striking and Support Forces Southern Europe (STRIKFORSOUTH). STRIKFORNATO is commanded by Commander United States Sixth Fleet, and it is the only command capable of leading an expanded maritime task force.