Christopher Gerard Cavoli, born in nineteen sixty-four, is a distinguished retired United States Army general whose career has been marked by significant leadership roles. He served as the commander of the United States European Command and as the Supreme Allied Commander Europe from two thousand twenty-two to two thousand twenty-five, showcasing his strategic acumen on an international stage.
Prior to his tenure in Europe, Cavoli held the position of commanding general of United States Army Europe and Africa from two thousand twenty to two thousand twenty-two. His leadership journey began as the commanding general of United States Army Europe from two thousand eighteen to two thousand twenty, where he played a pivotal role in enhancing military readiness and cooperation among allied forces.
Commissioned into the infantry through the Reserve Officers' Training Corps, Cavoli's military experience includes service in the War in Afghanistan. He has commanded various units, including a brigade of the 1st Armored Division, the 7th Army Joint Multinational Training Command, and the 25th Infantry Division, demonstrating his versatility and commitment to excellence in diverse operational environments.