Many Estonians have not realized that in the event of a NATO collective defense operation, that is if Article 5 is triggered, the Estonian defense forces would come under the command of US four-star General Christopher Cavoli. The man who took office as Supreme Allied Commander Europe, or SACEUR, in July 2022 was born in Europe and understands the key issues of our continent's defense better than many European generals. Editor Meelis Oidsalu interviewed military personnel and diplomats to learn more about the man who has brought new energy to Europe's military defense.