title: Roger Cloutier
text: # Roger Cloutier
  
  Roger L. Cloutier Jr. (born March 15, 1965) is a retired United States Army lieutenant general who last served as the Commander of Allied Land Command. Previously, he served as the Commander of the United States Army Africa and the Southern European Task Force. Cloutier graduated from the University of San Diego in 1988 with a bachelor's degree in political science and a masters in international relations.
  
  ## Rumors of capture
  
  In April 2022, rumors began circulating that Cloutier had been captured by Russian forces in Mariupol whilst training the Azov Battalion. PolitiFact rated this information as false, also Reuters. Following the rumors Cloutier made an online post via his LinkedIn profile.
  
  ## Military Awards
  
  * Defense Distinguished Medal
  * Defense Superior Service Medal with Oak Leaf Cluster
  * Legion of Merit with Oak Leaf Cluster
  * Bronze Star Medal with two Oak Leaf Clusters
  * Defence Meritorious Service Medal
  * Meritorious Service Medal with three Oak Leaf Clusters
  * Army Commendation Medal with "V" Device
  * Army Commendation Medal with three Oak Leaf Clusters
  * Army Achievement Medal with five Oak Leaf Clusters
  