The admiral in charge of U.S. military forces in Latin America, Alvin Holsey, relinquishes command of the U.S. Southern Command to Air Force Lt. Gen. Evan Pettus in Doral, Florida. The change comes amid rising tensions with Venezuela, including the seizure of an oil tanker on December 10 and more than 20 deadly strikes on suspected drug-smuggling boats. #SOUTHCOM #USMilitary #Florida #Military #Venezuela #Live #Reuters #News Keep up with the latest news from around the world: https://www.reuters

Valerie, proud of her U.S. Army service, was confused when a fellow Soldier assaulted her, leading her to blame herself and suppress her emotions. Eventually, Valerie’s husband recognized that she was showing signs of PTSD and encouraged her to seek help. Watch Valerie talk about how, through PTSD treatment and support from a women’s group, she found hope and healing. Follow Make the Connection for more Veteran stories. MakeTheConnection.net/stories/960 | U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs