Jodel Lessage

Jodel Lessage (born February 19, 1954) is a Haitian military officer,^[1] who served as the acting Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Haiti from 17 November 2017 to 20 August 2024.^[2][3][4] He is the first Commander-in-Chief following the re-establishment of the Armed Forces after 22 years and their disbandment in 1995, during the Operation Uphold Democracy.

Preceded by(Armed Forces Disbanned)

Succeeded byLt. Gen. Derby Guerrier

Born (1954-02-19) 19 February 1954 (age 72)

Haiti

Allegiance Haiti

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Jodel Lessage
Lessage in 2023
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Haiti
In office 17 November 2017 – 20 August 2024
Preceded by	(Armed Forces Disbanned)
Succeeded by	Lt. Gen. Derby Guerrier
Personal details
Born	(1954-02-19) 19 February 1954 (age 72) Haiti
Military service
Allegiance	Haiti
Branch/service	Haitian Army
Years of service	1976–1995 2017–2024
Rank	Lieutenant general
Unit	Corps des Léopards (disbanned)

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