Mission

1 German-Netherlands Corps provides multinational command and control for NATO land forces and is prepared to lead operations across the full spectrum of conflict.

On behalf of NATO, 1GNC is responsible for the command and control of Forward Land Forces in Estonia and Latvia. From its headquarters in Münster, the Corps plans, coordinates and commands assigned national and Allied formations as part of NATO’s deterrence and defence posture.

1GNC must be able to operate in peace, crisis and conflict, rapidly integrating forces from different nations and enabling them to act as one coherent fighting force. This requires readiness, interoperability, resilient command structures and the ability to make timely decisions in a complex operating environment.

Our mission is to deter aggression, defend Allied territory and, when required, lead forces to fight and win.