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USFK addresses Avian Influenza outbreak 18th Medical Command Special to The Morning Calm Weekly

The Republic of Korea reported an outbreak of the highly pathogenic H5N1 Avian Influenza, also known as “Bird Flu,” on the Korean peninsula. The H5N1 Avian Influenza outbreak occurred in chickens located at Iksan City and Hwangdeungmyun (3km from Iksan) in the Jeollabuk-do Province in Area IV, approximately 16 miles east of the Kunsan Air Base. Avian Influenza viruses infect wild birds and poultry. The H5N1 virus strain often causes only mild illness in birds, but the highly pathogenic H5N1 virus strains have caused a high mortality in bird populations throughout Asia. This highly pathogenic H5N1 virus remains primarily a disease of

birds, with only infrequent human cases reported. However, when a human does contract the virus, it can cause significant illness and even death. There is no current evidence of efficient human-to-human transmission of the H5N1 virus, and it is unknown when or if the current circulating virus will become capable of efficient human-to-human transmission. As a result of the recent H5N1 Avian Influenza outbreak in chickens on the Korean peninsula, Korean veterinary and public health officials have enacted comprehensive, layered levels of containment around the infected poultry

farms. Korean government officials have also implemented a country-wide H5N1 virus surveillance program in order to quickly detect the “Bird Flu.” The Korean surveillance program has also detected cases of low pathogenic H5N1 Avian Influenza at Yangpyeung, Pyongtaek and Seosan — all in Area III. These H5N1 viruses have caused only mild, temporary illness in birds and are reportedly not contagious or dangerous to humans. This recent outbreak of the H5N1 Avian Influenza at Korean chicken farms poses no immediate risk to U.S. Forces Korea personnel. However, it is

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Army Running Back Chantz Humphreys rushes for two touchdowns and nearly 120 yards Saturday at the 2006 ArmyNavy Flag Football Championship at Yongsan Garrison’s Falcon Field. Army beat Navy 28-0. For related story and photos, see Page 9.

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As of Dec. 1, access to and from Camp Kim was affected by a new city bus lane.

Bus lane alters Camp Kim access By David McNally Area II Public Affairs

YONGSAN GARRISON — Access to Camp Kim will have to be through alternate routes beginning Saturday. Seoul officials informed Area II of the removal of a key U-turn near Camp Kim Dec. 1. Normal access to Camp Kim and the Seoul USO has been through a legal U-turn after leaving Yongsan Garrison Gate 1. The city implementation of a center bus lane will remove the U-turn. Area II Community Relations Officer An Chang-sin recommends two alternative methods to get to Camp Kim. “One possible route is to exit Camp Coiner Gate 20, and take a left at the next intersection and another left at the Hangangno intersection near Sook Myung Women’s University Subway Station,” An said. “But, there could be traffic delays with this route.” An said the second possible route is going through the Samgakji intersection, over the overpass, taking a right turn at the next intersection and traveling to the Namyeong Subway Station and taking another right turn. “This is the route I would recommend,” An said. “Two right turns would be easier in heavy traffic.” The new city bus lane will also affect the U-turn to return to Yongsan Garrison Gate 1 from Camp Kim. There will no longer be a U-turn at the Samgakji intersection. “To get back to Yongsan from Camp Kim, I recommend taking a left at the Samgakji intersection and traveling to either Gate 7 or 8,” An said. The removal of the legal U-turn is not an invitation to make an illegal U-turn, An said. “You will be taking your life into your own hands if you make a U-turn in the bus lane,” he said. (Editor’s Note: For updated information on this and other Area II road closure/road construction projects, visit the Area II Web site at http://area2.korea.army.mil.)

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Make a choice, save a life tonight Special to The Morning Calm Weekly Area IV Army Substance Abuse Program

They have been expecting you. They knew that eventually you’d show up. It won’t be possible for you to know what is happening, so I’m going to take the liberty of filling you in. The beginning for you will be when you stagger to your car. The beginning for them will be when a bulletin goes out on the police radio reporting the location of a serious accident with instructions to “proceed at once.” You won’t hear the sirens. The ambulance and police car will arrive together. They will check you over and pronounce you dead. A few curious motorists who heard the crash will stop their cars and walk back to look at your broken body. Some of them will get sick. The ambulance driver will roll out a leather covered stretcher. The attendant will stuff your hands under your belt and grab you under the arms. The driver will take hold of your legs. You will be placed on a stretcher and covered with a blanket.

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They will drive you to the In an hour or so, they will corner’s office where a deputy come back and move you again. will wheel you over to a big scale. You will be placed behind a large He will remove the blanket, shake glass window so your wife or his head and say “Another one.” your husband or your parents or a Your clothes will be cut off with friend can identify you. You scissors. You will be weighed and won’t see the agony and pain in measured. The Deputy Corner their eyes and it’s just as well. will make a record of your Nor will you hear the screams injuries, cover you up again and and sobbing when they lower the wheel sheet and ask, “Is this your “Don’t drink and drive, husband-wife-son-daughteryou to a the life you save may be your sister-brother-friend?” small own.” As I was saying, they room are waiting for you, the with white tile walls. There are police, the ambulance crews, hoses in that room. Traffic the corners at the morgue and victims are almost always a the morticians. They are bloody mess. expecting you. Remember this You will be cleaned up (as tonight, when you toss down much as possible) and moved to a that last drink and climb behind long hall with several stretchers that steering wheel … It’s lined up against its pale green YOUR choice, call a cab, call a walls. In that hall are 41 crypts. friend, call a tow truck (you If it has been a slow evening you and your car or truck will arrive will have a stretcher and a crypt safely), have a designated all to yourself. But if it’s driver, or remain overnight Christmas, New Years, Memorial where you are at. Day or Fourth of July weekend DON’T drink and drive, the you may have lots of company. life you save may be your own! They will go away and leave you The right choice is obvious, there in the quietest room in town. isn’t it?

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Rape, Robbery, Communicating a Threat – Victim 1 was interviewed and related that Nov. 26, Subject 1 entered a protected location 1 and forced Victim 1 to go to protected location 2, where Subject 1 raped and robbed Victim 1. Victim 1 stated upon returning to protected location 1, Subject 2 obtained a knife from the kitchen area of protected location 1 and proceeded to threaten Victim 1 and other residents. Victim 1 stated Subject 1 then turned the knife on his/herself causing numerous self-inflicted injuries. Subject 1 was advised of his/her legal rights, which Subject 1 waived, and denied raping and robbing Victim 1. Subject 1 stated Victim 1 gave Victim 1’s jewelry to Subject 1 on the evening of Nov. 25, as a guarantee that Subject 1 would buy drinks for Victim 1 in exchange for sexual intercourse. Subject 1 stated he/she engaged in consensual intercourse with Victim 1. Subject 1 admitted to inflicting numerous injuries to his/herself with a knife, but denied threatening anyone. Subject 1 terminated the interview by requesting legal counsel. Investigation continues by Korean National Police and Criminal Investigation Division, with KNP as the lead investigative agency.
Wrongful Use of Methamphetamine — Investigation established probable cause to believe that Subject 1 committed the offense of Wrongful Use of Controlled Substance when he/she submitted urine samples which subsequently tested positive for the presence of methamphetamine. Nov. 27, Subject 1 was advised of his/her legal rights, which he/she invoked. This is an initial/final report. Area 2
T/A/W, D/P, Obligation for Safe Driving — Subject 1, operating a motorcycle, struck Victim 1’s vehicle and struck Victim 2 and Victim 3 while they were attempting to cross the street without using a marked crosswalk. Victim 1 then fled the scene without reporting to KNP. Victim 2 was transported by ambulance to 121st Combat Support Hospital where he/she was treated and released for injuries consisting of abrasions to his/her knees, right elbow and left thigh. Damages to Subject 1’s motorcycle consisted of dents and scratches to the front fender and a cracked front left turn signal. Victim 3, Victim 2 and Subject 1 reported to the Yongsan KNP Station, where Victim 3 and Victim 2 rendered written sworn statements attesting to the incident and Subject 1 rendered a written statement admitting to the offense. Subject 1 was charged by KNP under KRTL ART 48 (Obligation for Safe Driving). Subject 1 was further processed and released by KNP. Subject 1 reported injuries consisting of pain to the left ankle but declined medical attention, stating that he/she would seek medical attention at a later time and date. Subject 3 reported no injuries. This is a final report.

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‘Northern Vigilance’ tests MI Soldiers Online OHA Survey The Annual Overseas Housing Allowance Utility Survey is under way for Korea thru Dec. 22. All Uniformed servicemembers in Korea who reside in privately leased quarters overseas and receive OHA can reach the site at https:// www.perdiem.osd.mil/oha/SURVEY/ NOVOHA.HTML. The Overseas Housing Allowance is a valuable entitlement for members stationed overseas. The time and effort spent answering the questions enables the Department of Defense to set equitable OHA utility rates. Santa’s Mail Bag Parents and children may send letters to Santa at the following address: Santa’s Mail Bag ATTN: 354th OSS/OSW 1215 Flightline Ave. Eielson AFB, Alaska 99702 A stamped envelope complete with a return address should be included inside each mailing. The envelope will be returned with the bright Northpole cancellation stamp and a letter from Santa Claus. AAFES Toy Recall In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, Mattel Inc., of El Segundo, Ca., is voluntarily recalling about 2.4 million Polly Pocket Magnetic Playsets in 8 styles, because the magnets can separate from the toy and could pose an aspiration hazard, intestinal blockage and/or perforation hazard. Consumers should stop using the recalled products immediately. Name of Products: Polly Pocket dolls and accessories with magnets. AAFES sold the following items: 1. Polly Pocket “Quick Click” Boutique, style # G-8605 2. Poly Pocket “Quick Click” City Pretty Playset, style # H1537 3. Poly Pocket “Quick Click” Sporty Playset, style # H1538 4. Poly Pocket Totally Zen Play Set, style # H3211 The model number is printed on the bottom of the largest pieces on some of the play sets. Contact Mattel if you cannot find a model number on your product to determine if it is part of the recall. Children should stop using the recalled sets immediately. Contact Mattel at (888) 597-6597 anytime, or visit their Web site at www.service.mattel.com for instructions to return the recalled sets and receive a voucher for a replacement toy of customer’s choice up to the value of the returned product. Submitting to TMCW Have an item for The Morning Calm Weekly? Send guest commentaries, letters to the editor, stories and photographic submissions to [email protected]. All submissions are subject to editing to insure they conform with Department of Defense and Associated Press guidelines. For information, call 738-3355.

Training proves value of interrogation, intel on the battlefield By 2nd Lt. Alexander Pagon 524th Military Intelligence Battalion

CAMP CASEY — Interrogators, counterintelligence agents and all-source intelligence analysts from the 524th Military Intelligence “Silent Vigilance” Battalion, 501st MI Brigade, tested their individual and collective skills against a contingency scenario developed by Operation Iraqi Freedom veterans recently, when they took part in “Northern Vigilance” here, Nov. 15-22. Warrant Officers and NCOs who recently returned from Iraq used their interrogation, screening and liaison experiences to plan and execute a realistic contingency scenario that would test the skills of all participants. Korean-speaking role players from the U.S. and Republic of Korea armies added even greater realism to the exercise for the Battalion’s linguists, while the unit’s officers and Headquarters Soldiers filled the roles of protesters, student activists, hostile forces and local officials. The battalion, along with attachments from the 532nd MI Battalion and multiple Reserve Component units, safely deployed to the exercise from 10 separate locations on peninsula. Building upon the unit’s successes at its summer exercise “Southern Vigilance,” the battalion planners designed the exercise to emphasize the “walk” phase of the training cycle. The training began with two days of classroom instruction to educate Soldiers on the latest doctrine,

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Command Sgt. Maj. William Hedges(left) coaches a team during the 524th Military Intelligence Battalion’s live-fire exercise Nov. 15-22. regulatory guidance, and tactics, information otherwise inaccessible to techniques and procedures for CI and the commander through other human intelligence collection. Prior to intelligence disciplines. “HCTs are four-person teams the actual scenario, Soldiers and analysts were given a “Road to War” intelligence comprised of CI and HUMINT Soldiers summary that included many pieces of equipped with the latest in intelligence the puzzle that they would have to processing tools and a long-range ultimately piece together in order to communications package with which to disseminate combat determine who the key threat rapidly information,” explained Banks. “The personalities were. After the initial training, led by Chief HCT allows the battalion to execute Warrant Officer Carl Banks, a veteran decentralized operations at multiple of HCT operations, the newly assembled points on the battlefield. Teams gather teams were ready to operate information from human sources independently for the remainder of the through personal contact, screening, exercise. They conducted liaison interrogations, and debriefings. CI and meetings with local officials, interviewed HUMINT Soldiers often work walk-in sources and conducted other See Vigilance, Page 13 HUMINT collection operations to obtain

Vaccination is best defense against flu 18th Medical Command Special to The Morning Calm Weekly

YONGSAN GARRISON — The 18th Medical Command is equipped and ready to battle an old nemisis again this winter. Their motto: One shot, One save. The enemy is influenza, or the flu, and it is again flu season. Each year in the United States more than 200,000 people are hospitalized from flu complications and about 36,000 people die from flu. For the military, the flu is a threat to readiness and force effectiveness. Sick servicemembers are not effective servicemembers, so 18th MEDCOM has implemented a vaccination program for all servicemembers in Korea -- as well as civilian employees and family members. “Flu vaccination is a readiness issue here in Korea,” explained Col. Wayne Clark, 18th MEDCOM deputy commander. “We must keep the command’s servicemembers, civilian workforce and family members healthy and ensure [U.S. Forces Korea Commander] Gen. Bell’s command is ready to fight.” Though most think of the flu -- an infection S .1 C M P of the respiratory tract IMCOM-Korea Region Director Col. Al and caused by the Aycock receives his flu vaccine Dec. 5. GT

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influenza virus -- as a nuisance rather than a serious health risk, it has a history of causing disease and non-battle injury rates that reach epidemic proportions. Therefore, getting the influenza vaccine helps to preserve and ensure readiness of the command. Many people think the flu shot can give them the flu. The flu vaccines are made from killed influenza viruses and these viruses cannot give you the flu. Some people get the flu shot and still get the flu, but the flu shot usually protects most people from the flu. People who should not get the flu vaccine include:
People who are ill with a high fever.
People who have had a severe reaction to the flu vaccine in the past.
People who are allergic to eggs. For some of these people, an inhalant is available to provide vaccination. Depending on age, others may be encouraged to take the inhalent rather than the injection. For information on which vaccination method to receive, Clark encourages individuals to discuss the matter with their health care provider. Prevention is primarily a matter of hygiene. The best way to prevent or significantly reduce one’s chance of getting a cold or the flu includes frequent hand washing, covering the nose and mouth when coughing and sneezing, and properly disposing of tissues after use. Another important preventive measure is to get the

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By Capt. Denise M. O’Connell Special to The Morning Calm Weekly

Tax season is just around the corner. Are you ready? This article will help get you ready to file your taxes whether you use your installation’s tax center or file your taxes on your own. If you choose to use your local tax center, the trained personnel will make filing your 2006 tax return easy. They can answer any questions you may have, provide you with necessary forms, prepare your tax return, and in most cases, they can even file your return electronically with the IRS. Best of all, this service is free for all eligible personnel. Do I even have to file a tax return? The answer to this question is almost always, yes. According to the IRS, you must file a tax return if you are a citizen of the United States (or a resident of Puerto Rico) and you are:
Single and have a gross income of $8,450 or more for 2006;
Married filing jointly and have a gross income of $16,900 or more combined;
Married filing separately and have a gross income of $3,300 or more; or
Head of Household and have a gross income of $10,850 or more. There may be different requirements for special circumstance that does not fit within one of the categories above. What documents do I need?
W-2 and all additional documents that show income (i.e. interest, dividends, rental income, etc.);
Social Security cards for all taxpayers, spouses, and dependents on the tax return;
Previous year’s return (this can help determine your entitlements); and
All documents that the IRS sends you. You may need more documents depending on your specific situation. In addition, if you are utilizing your local tax center you will also need picture identification and, for joint filers whose spouse is not present, an IRS Form 2848. What is considered income? The IRS defines gross income to include, “income you receive in the form

Flu annual flu shot. The best time to get the flu shot is October and November. However, a flu shot in December or later will provide protection from the flu. Members of the military, KATUSAs, and Emergency Essential/ Mission Essential civilian personnel are required to undergo influenza immunizations. The flu shot will be

Bird noteworthy to mention, some risks may exist from eating uncooked or undercooked poultry or poultry products on the economy. U.S. Commissaries do not currently stock and carry fresh Korean poultry. So far, cases of human Avian Influenza

of money, goods, property, and services that is not exempt from tax. It also includes income from sources outside the United States (even if you exclude all or part of it).” If you receive a W-2 from the IRS it means that an employer has told the IRS you have been paid wages. To you, that is “income” for IRS purposes and it is imperative that you declare all of your income. The IRS will attempt to match the information it has received from employers, banks and other sources that have reported some sort of payment to you. If what you report does not match what the IRS has received from other sources, at the very least, you will receive a notification stating that some income was unreported and that you owe additional money, possibly including a fine and penalties. There is also a chance that you could be audited. Why do I need Social Security cards? Again, the IRS is looking to match information and it will attempt to match the names of all persons listed on your tax return with the Social Security Administration’s database. The name listed on the tax return MUST match the name on that person’s social security card exactly. If it does not match, the IRS will reject your return and it will be considered “NOT FILED.” In order to accurately prepare your tax return and to have your tax return completed and filed with the IRS, you must make sure all names match. For active-duty, reserve and retired servicemembers, military ID cards will be used to verify names and Social Security numbers. You must still have Social Security cards for your spouse (if a joint return) and all dependents claimed on the tax return. What is the filing deadline? The standard deadline for filing your 2006 tax return is April 15, 2007; however, if you are a United States citizen living overseas or serving in the military and stationed overseas, the IRS

See Taxes, Page 13 from Page 3 available for these personnel throughout Korea upon arrival of the vaccine. Military Treatment Facilities and units will coordinate immunizations of active-duty Soldiers and other essential personnel. All other beneficiaries interested in receiving the flu vaccine should contact their MTF or discuss this vaccine with their health care provider.

from Page 1 infections are the result of direct contact with infected poultry or with surfaces contaminated with their feces. USFK and 18th MEDCOM continue to monitor the situation and are coordinating and collaborating with Korean Public Health officials.

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Workgroup 1 of the Army Family Action Plan conference stage a skit depicting the problems with tracking mail from the U.S. Postal Service and APO. During the skit the Soldier loses an important package which turns up back in the United States.

AFAP conference identifies solutions By Jim Cunningham Area I Public Affairs

CAMP CASEY—When the U.S. Army needs to know the needs and concerns of Army family members it solicits and employs Soldier and Soldier family volunteers to identify these critical issues. “We are conducting this conference today for the Soldiers, civilians, retirees and their families,” said Hee Jung Sackett, Army Family Action Plan coordinator. “They have a voice. Times are changing and their standard of living is different. We have to keep pace with the changing times.” The concept of identifying issues to be resolved through worldwide representation of Army family members grew into the AFAP process. It provides a way for policy to become a tangible reality for Soldiers and their families. “Some of the issues identified today can be resolved locally; however, some of the other issues that were identified from this region this year are Department of the Army issues. For those issues it will take a long time,” Sackett said. “I believe the senior leaders will look at the issues and make the right decisions.” Meetings such as the AFAP meeting presented at Camp Casey take a great effort. “It takes implementing meeting plans about five months prior to the planned function date,” Sackett said. “All delegates are volunteers, and without the volunteer administrative assistance,

I could not have done anything.” The delegates considered all issues brought to them. “All issues are important, no issue was considered frivolous,” Sackett said. “Some of the issues identified this year are already in the process of solving.” For her efforts and unselfish commitment to Army community life, Sackett was awarded the Army Achievement Medal for Civilian Service. The citation presented read: “For sustained superior performance to the Soldiers, civilians, and family members of the 2nd Infantry Division and Area I Support Activity, Army Community Services, South Korea, from July 1, 2006 to Nov. 30, 2006. Sackett’s dedication and commitment to administrative and technical excellence were instrumental in meeting the 2007 Army Family Action Plan conference objectives and in ensuring participants were able to ‘voice’ their opinions on quality of life issues and concerns. Her efforts are in keeping with the finest examples of civilian service and reflect great credit upon herself, the 2nd Infantry Division and Area I Support Activity, United States Forces serving in Korea and the United States Army.” All applauded Sackett for her efforts. Next, four workgroups formed to identify and make recommendations for solutions. The four groups identified the five most valuable services as medical services, commissary, AAFES, adult education and housing. The seven most critical Department

of the Army AFAP issues were identified as running shoe allowance, funding for barracks sustainment, restoration, and mobilization, modification of weight allowance table, inferior shipment of household goods, in-state college tuition, leave accrual, and nonchargeable leave for deployed Soldiers . Workgroup 1 decided to perform a skit depicting the perceived problem with tracking packages from the United States to Korea. “This skit illustrates the postal tracking system from point of origin to point of destination is incomplete,” said Samuel Garret, Workgroup 1 spokesperson. “There is no military tracking system for packages between ports and in OCONUS regions. Packages are being lost.” Workgroup 1 suggested that the military provide a system that tracks packages from ports and in OCONUS regions. Workgroup 1 identified two other issues. The issue of separate rations was the first. “All Soldiers are not given separate rations. Only E-7 and above and selected lower ranking Soldiers are authorized separate rations. Soldiers without separate rations incur out-of-pocket expenses when eating meals outside the dining facility,” Garrett said. “We recommend the current regulation be amended to allow all Soldiers, regardless of rank or position, to qualify for separate rations.” The second issue seemed to hit

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Soldiers of Workgroup 3 lower a stuffed toy spider to illustrate their point about rod e n t s , i n s e c t s a n d pests in the barracks.

Attention to orders! Hee Jung Sackett receives the U.S. Army Achievement Medal for Civilian Service from Col. Forrest Newton, garrison commander Area I, for her outstanding service to Soldiers.

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USFK Flu Advisory The Republic of Korea government has reported an outbreak of the highly pathogenic H5N1 Avian Influenza, also known as “Bird Flu,” on the Korean peninsula. For more information call 7308529. Camp Casey Tree-Lighting Ceremony All are invited to a tree lighting ceremony at Camp Casey in front of the fountain near Gate 1 today. The ceremony will be from 5:30 to 6:15 p.m. A reception and concert will follow at the Camp Casey Warrior’s Club from 6:30 to 7:15 p.m. The concert will begin at 7:30 and continue until 9:30 p.m. at the Hanson Field House. Dress code is: Military personnel - ACU, civilians - coat and tie. For more information call: 730-2585/1413 or e-mail: [email protected]. Camp Stanley TreeLighting Ceremony There will be a tree lighting ceremony at Camp Stanley today beginning at 5:05 p.m. by the chapel. All are invited to attend. For further information call: 7326869. HHC Area I Christmas Party Come help HHC, Area I celebrate Christmas Dec. 15 from 6 to 9 p.m. at Mitchell’s Club Camp Red Cloud. Come share a holiday feast, great entertainment and the joy of the season. Reggie’s Club Christmas Buffet, Carry-Out Reggie’s Club on Camp Stanley will offer an all-you-can-eat buffet Dec. 25 for $10.95. Complete turkey dinners for takeout are $69.95. For more information call: 732-5485.

By Jim Cunningham Area I Public Affairs

CAMP CASEY—Being a good neighbor sometimes means going for a visit to say hello and get acquainted. That is exactly what happens when Camp Casey invites university students to tour the camp and meet with Soldiers. “This tour is part of the Good Neighbor Program among Camp Casey and the surrounding communities,” said Master Sgt. Donald Dixon, garrison operations sergeant. “We foster good relationships during peace so that they will know who to talk to when there is a problem, and to show them what we are all about.” The students, 64 in all, came to Camp Casey from Daejin University in Pocheon. They are students from an American studies class. “I came with my students today, I have never been on Camp Casey,” said John Brewer, assistant professor for American studies at Daejin University. “These are all American Studies students and they want to see something about America and Americans. This is very convenient because it is right here in their country.” The visit works well in the American studies curriculum. “Most of what the students study is kind of abstract and academic. This is much more real for them so they can meet real people and see how American people really live, think and act. This is much more useful,” Brewer said. The trip comes at the end of the semester for the students, so the trip was an added bonus for those taking American studies. “There is only one more week in the

2006 Warrior Country Holiday Dinner Project There are holiday food vouchers for 2ID/ Area I Soldiers E-5 and below, with family members living with them in 2ID/Area I. To sign up for the Army Community Service 2006 holiday project, contact your unit commander or first sergeant. For information contact your local ACS. ACS Angel Tree Army Community Services Annual Angel Tree Holiday Gift Program ends today. Be sure if you are a E-5 or civilian equivalent and below with children (ages 1-10) living in Area I, stop by or contact your local ACS and make a wish for your children. For information, call 732-7779 Camp Red Cloud, 732-5883 Camp Stanley, 730-3107 Camp Casey. Santa Claus to Visit CRC Santa Claus will be at Camp Red Cloud Pear Blossom Cottage at 2 p.m. Dec. 22. Christmas Door Decoration Contest Win cash prizes courtesy of AAFES. Decorate your room door and let the judges decide the winners Dec. 22. Deadline for entry is no later than Dec.18. For information, call 732-8854.

Daejin University students line up for chow at Camp Casey USO.

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Daejin University students listen to a description of Carey Fitness Center by Jim Williamson, Carey Fitness Center director, before checking out the equipment in the gym. semester for these students,” Brewer said. “There will be no assignments or exams resulting from our visit today.” Visits to American Army camps are not only beneficial to citizens and young students in Korea, but to the American Soldier as well. “We believe the cultural awareness gained by Soldiers through this program is very important. The Good Neighbor program is a great reflection of what a friendship the United States and the Republic of Korea alliance is built on,” said Command Sgt. Maj. Jeffrey S. Neal, CSM Brigade Special Troops Battalion. “The opportunity for a U.S. Soldier to befriend a local national and possibly develop a long lasting friendship is truly wonderful,” he explained. “Too many of our Soldiers never get the opportunity to interact with the local populace and never really understand what they are missing,” Neal said. Many Soldiers come to Korea for one year and leave only to have memories of the installation and the field. The United Services Organization cultural exchange program will build confidence between Soldiers and the local Korean populace, and ultimately lead to a better relationship and increased understanding of both cultures, explained Neal. Several Soldiers conversing with Daejin students were delighted with the results of the conversation.

“The students asked a lot of questions about what I do on the job, and if I miss my family,” said Spc. Laurita Chan, Headquarters, Headquarters Company 1st Heavy Brigade Combat Team. “Most of them are very articulate, although shy in the beginning of the conversation.” Some Soldiers were glad to meet civilians in a different environment other than a market or in a nightlife spot. “Events like this give Soldiers a chance to feel what it is like in a civilian environment through an interaction with non-military and regular people like these students,” said Spc. Bill Kroll of Alpha Company, 1st BSTB. All those involved in the visit came away with encouragement and a feeling that more of these visits are necessary. “We consider this visit a big opportunity to practice our communication skills in English,” said Kim, Hee Young and An, Jung A, sophomore students. “This is very helpful to our studies.” All those involved in making the visit happen had similar conclusions. “It is nice to see them at the USO in the middle of the week. Korean students and Soldiers exchanging conversations and cultural experiences like this are really becoming regular and easy for us to coordinate,” said Sally Hall, director of Camp Casey USO. E-mail [email protected]

Fire Dept. answers calls for support Area I Public Affairs CAMP RED CLOUD—CRC fire crews assist on a call for support from the Yangju Fire Department. Suwon Trading Company employees found a plastic container factory on fire with large amounts of black smoke rising from the building. They called the Yangju Fire Department who immediately called the Camp Red Cloud Fire Department for extra support. Kwon, Haeng Duk, Uijeongbu City Fire Department dispatcher, called the CRC fire department at 11:30 a.m. When CRC fire fighting crews arrived, the blaze was 30 percent controlled by local firefighters. Camp Red Cloud crews provided 1,000 gallons of water to local vehicles and the fire was controlled by 11:40 a.m. CRC crews were released at noon and returned to CRC at 12:30 p.m. No personnel were injured nor was there any damage to U.S. equipment. The building was 50 percent destroyed. The fire is under investigation by local officials. “Every time we go off post and help with fire fighting, we improve our relationship with the local fire department and with the local people in downtown Uijeongbu,” said John Cook, fire chief for Area I.

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AFAP home for all those Soldiers in the assembly. Workgroup 2 recommended that a change of Soldier to staff ratio be increased and the implementation of a policy that authorizes the chain of command to use disciplinary actions to enforce appointment attendance. Workgroup 3 presented a very entertaining skit about rodents and pests in the barracks. Just at the right time in the skit, they lowered a stuffed toy spider from the ceiling. “Soldiers report hearing and seeing rodents, insects and other pests in the barracks,” said Juan Alverez, Workgroup 3 spokesperson. “These pests carry infectious disease. These diseases are a health risk to the Area I community.” Workgroup 3 suggested DPW provide quarterly briefings to units, and pest control should be provided on a monthly or as-needed basis. Other issues identified by Workgroup 3 regarded the CRC front gate and dual military residence in the Second Infantry Division. “The turnstile at gate one on CRC prohibits people with strollers and large packages from accessing the post, and there is no handicapped access,” said Alverez. “This creates a safety issue, as it forces

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from Page 5 pedestrians to use the vehicle entrance. Pedestrians in the vehicle lane may be exposed to significant safety hazards.” Workgroup 3 suggested that Area I replace the turnstile gate with a handicapped accessible walkway, and install a pedestrian gate large enough to accommodate individuals with strollers and large packages. “Dual military housing in 2ID is not authorized. Because Soldiers are not allowed to live together, couples lack privacy,” said Alverez. “This creates frustration and disharmony in the marriage.” Workgroup 3 suggests that 2ID establish a policy letter authorizing dual military couples to live together and allow married Soldiers to co-habit in their barracks rooms or suites. Workgroup 4 presented a skit that demonstrated how difficult it is for Soldiers to communicate with the many different languages spoken in Area I. “There is a need for English as a Second Language class with a structured curriculum and academically certified instructors available to Soldiers, civilians, and family members,” said Jessica O’Dell, spokesperson for Workgroup 4. “Currently, ESL instructors are not dedicated to

teaching because they are selected on a volunteer basis. They are not academically qualified, and there is no set curriculum. Mission accomplishment and productivity are hindered due to lack of communication within the Army community.” Workgroup 4 suggested that Area I establish an enhanced ESL program with a paid qualified instructor who speaks both English and Korean, and offer classes that accommodate everyone’s work schedule and that are not contingent upon the number of students enrolled. They also suggested Area I allow qualified Soldiers that have teaching credentials be given the opportunity to teach classes if they are within one year of retirement. Two other issues examined by Workgroup 4 are living quarters allowance and information about extra curricular activities. “There are inequalities in the current LQA policy in regard to the eligibility requirements,” said O’Dell. “An employee, GS-9 and above, hired outside of Korea may be authorized LQA. GS-8 and below, hired locally are not authorized LQA despite the high cost of living in Korea. The LQA policy creates financial hardship for

those deemed ineligible.” Workgroup 4 suggested that the Army provide LQA to all members of the civilian work force in Korea. “The command chain is not verbally reinforcing information about extra curricular activities,” O’Dell said. “Soldiers and family members are being deprived of the opportunity to participate in life enhancing extra curricular activities due to a lack of information.” Workgroup 4 suggests that Area I reach all Soldiers by disseminating information about extra curricular activities regularly during weekly unit formations, and designate a unit level social coordinator to attend Family Readiness Group meetings to disseminate information about community events and activities to Soldiers and their families. “We are grateful to the American Forces Spouses Club, the Noncommissioned Officer’s Association and all of you that made today’s conference a great success,” said Col. Forrest Newton, garrison commander of Area I. “I know how difficult it is to put a meeting like this together. Hee Jung Sackett did a tremendous job. It can be as difficult as herding cats.” E-mail [email protected]

Powerman 5000 blasts Hanson Field House By Jim Cunningham Area I Public Affairs

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CAMP CASEY—The rafters and walls of Hanson Field House shuddered and shrugged Nov. 28 when Powerman 5000 rocked Camp Casey. The quartet that consists of a rhythm section, (drums and bass) lead guitar player and a lead singer, opened their show with their most recent money making hits. Destroy What You Enjoy, the bands most recent hit album, was featured from the first set. This concert was brought to Soldiers in Area I by the joint efforts of Morale, Welfare and Recreation and the United Services Organization. Although the style of the band’s performance draws on rock ‘n’ roll from more than 20 years ago, the band showed they can still get the crowd moving. The band cranked up their amplifiers so high that it made the clothing on the audience crawl.

I’d like to know who the fool is that cut a hole in this fence!

Ha! Ha! This is smart! Cut a hole in the fence so I can stay with the drinky girls and sneak back on camp after curfew!

Gotcha! Dooley, you know better than to cut holes in the fence!

Yeah! He can’t get through it now, we fixed it!

Wha! Whut th’ !@*&$#@#$%!

I just cut this hole last week!

Whoa! Where?

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Army shuts out Navy 28-0 in flag football By David McNally Area II Public Affairs

YONGSAN GARRISON — Hundreds of determined fans braved subfreezing temperatures Saturday to watch the 2006 Army-Navy Flag Football Championship at Falcon Field. Army beat Navy 28-0 to take home the Commander’s Cup for the fifth year in a row. Army has now won the cup nine times in 11 years. The Army’s advantage started with the coin toss win and ended with a dynamite offense and dominant defense. “We kept things simple,” said Head Coach Don Riggins. “We agreed that we would go with the team that was hot during the flag football championships.” The offense, led by Chancey Watson, was mostly made up of players from the 595th Maintenance Company. “It was an all-star team,” Riggins said. “We only had about two-and-ahalf weeks to practice together.” Making a 76-yard run for a touchdown, Running Back Chantz Humphreys had a good day. “Humphreys had close to 120 yards rushing,” Riggins said. “There was also outstanding defensive play.” Shutdown Cornerback John Peebles snatched two interceptions. Riggins said his two defensive captains Napolean Thomas and Raynaldo Smalls rallied the players to deny Navy a score. Eighth U.S. Army Commander Lt. Gen. David P. Valcourt presented the trophy to Army coaches Riggins and Rohen Dickerson and Area II Commander Col. Ron Stephens. “The cup will stay at the Collier Field House in the trophy case until next year,” said Area II Sports Director Bennie Jackson. E-mail [email protected]

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Navy defense swarms around Army Running Back Chantz Humphreys, but the effort is in vain. Humphreys scored twice.

Above: Army Quarterback Chancey Watson leads his offense to a lopsided 28-0 victory over Navy Saturday. Left: Army defense denies Navy a single point.

Above: Army cheerleaders Gloria Fabia (left) and 1st Lt. Holley Thomas sport the new Army slogan on their squad uniforms. “Army Strong” proves to be the victory phrase of the day. Left: Army and Navy players shake hands following the game Saturday at Falcon Field.

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Area II play programs help children develop Tree-Lighting Ceremonies K-16 Air Base will hold a treelighting ceremony 5:30 p.m. Friday at the Community Activity Center parking lot. Hannam Village will hold a tree lighting ceremony 6 p.m. Monday at the Commissary Circle. Holiday Lighting Electrical displays and lighted Christmas trees are permitted to celebrate the holiday in Area II housing. However, lighted displays will be limited to use only between 511 p.m. Early Exchange Closure The Yongsan Main Exchange will close two hours early Dec. 11. Because of an employee Christmas party the hours will shortened to 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Financial Peace University Financial Peace University is a 13week personal and family financial management course covering all aspects of personal financial management. The American Force's Spouse's Club funded course materials. The course is free for individuals, couples and families. Introductory sessions (attend only one) are 6:30-7:30 p.m. Dec. 12, 13 and 14. The class begins 6:30-8:30 p.m. Dec. 21. The class will meet Thursdays through March 15. For information, call 723-3071. Community of Caring Area II Army Community Service will provide a free holiday meal to the first 50 single, unaccompanied soldiers and DoD Civilians who contact Regina Hargrove at 738-7505 or e-mail [email protected]. The meal will be held 7 p.m. Dec. 20 at ACS Room 118. The deadline is Dec. 15. Hannam Story Time Hannam Village Library will present Christmas Pajama Story time 6-7 p.m. Dec. 14. Bring PJs, sleeping bags, blankets, pillows and a favorite stuffed toy. Soccer Players Needed The 8th Army Soccer Team is looking for 25 U.S. Soldiers for a Good Neighbor Program “All-Stars” soccer team. The team will play exhibition games against Republic of Korea counterparts (mil-to-mil), Korean National Police units and other Korean teams to promote the Good Neighbor Program. For information, call 723-4841. Visitor Center Hours The Yongsan Garrison Gate 20 Visitor Center hours are now 6 a.m.-1 a.m. daily. Visitors can also sign in at Gates 5, 10 and 17. Office Closure The U.S. Army Contracting Command Korea will be closed Dec. 15 for unit training and holiday functions. For information, call 724-3370.

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YONGSAN GARRISON — For children and parents, two Area II play programs provide opportunities for social networking. Yongsan “Wee Play” and Hannam Village “Play Works” are designed to offer a place to play for infants from 6 weeks old to children up to 3 years old. “It’s all about the parents having the opportunity and seeing the importance of their child’s social and emotional development,” said Area II Family Advocacy Prevention Specialist Margaret Rice. Fifteen-month-old Patrick Theobald has been attending the program most of his young life. “I’ve been to about 15 of the play sessions,” said Patrick’s mother Josie. “He’s just developed so much.” At first, Patrick was shy, Josie said. “He plays with other kids now and his social skills are improving. I think it’s great.” Patrick’s father, Sgt. Ron Theobald, agreed. The program has been a big help to his son, he said. “Now, when we go somewhere, he goes and does stuff on his own,” he said. “If it wasn’t for this program,

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Children play at Yongsan “Wee Play” Nov. 29 at School Age Services. Family Advocacy Prevention Specialist Margaret Rice plays with 15-month-old Patrick Theobald. Rice runs children’s programs at Yongsan and Hannam Village.

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Seoul USO hosts local elementary students By Pfc. Kim Sang-wook Area II Public Affairs

CAMP KIM — As part of the U.S Forces Korea Good Neighbor Program, the USO invited more than 40 Song Joong Elementary School students Nov. 30 to Camp Kim and Yongsan Garrison. Twelve U.S. servicemembers volunteered to meet with the children. The children were 4th-, 5th- and 6th-grade students. “We organized this program to let Korean children see the bright side of the U.S. Soldiers,” said USO Coordinator Mina Forge. “To have fun is one part of this event, but the main purpose is build positive relationships.” To many Korean students, U.S. Soldiers are foreigners who look scary and do vigorous military work with weapons. To build more positive impressions, the USO organized a program to let U.S. Soldiers get in touch with Korean students. After the students arrived at the Seoul USO at Camp Kim, the U.S. servicemembers introduced themselves. The group had lunch at USO Canteen and went bowling at Yongsan lanes. “First, the kids were kind of shy, but after we talked and played, I think now we are close friends,” said volunteer Sgt. 1st Class Marshell Winters. “Overall, it was a blast.” From his previous teaching experience, getting along with Korean kids was not a big problem for him. He taught English during the program and learned Korean from the children. “At first, they really looked scary,” said student Lee Hyunsoo. “But after talking and playing word games, they are really nice people and fun also.” Lee was in a same group with Winters. He said his kindness made him relieved from negative prejudice and built a good image of U.S. Soldiers. The bowling elevated the relationship, as the Americans helped the Korean children to roll the ball down the lane. “To bowl together was the best part of this event,” said volunteer Gary Mintz. “I think the language barrier was not

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USO Volunteer Sgt. 1st Class Marshell Winters helps Lee Hyun-soo during a Nov. 30 Good Neighbor event at Yongsan Lanes.

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Holiday safety makes season brighter Area II Public Affairs YONGSAN GARRISON — Even during a joyous holiday season, disaster sometimes strikes due to accidents or negligence. “Make your season bright and happy by keeping safety at the top your holiday wish list,” said Jeff Hyska, Area II Support Activity Safety Officer. Hyska said Christmas trees, candles and electrical connections are the most common fire hazards during the holidays. He offers these tips on buying and maintaining a Christmas tree.
Those considering using an artificial tree should look for the “Fire Resistant” label when purchasing. Be aware that even fire-resistant artificial trees can catch fire, especially if they have years of dust buildup on them. Wash the artificial tree each year and store the parts in plastic bags. When decorating, be sure lights are designed for artificial tree use.
If buying a fresh tree, lift the tree and tap the trunk on the ground. Only a few needles should fall, and the trunk should be sticky with sap. Make sure the needles are attached firmly to the twigs and that the needles can be bent without

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Motorcyclists give ‘Toys for Tots’ Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders Join the Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders for a free show 7 p.m. Dec. 14 at Collier Field House. Volunteer of the Quarter Area II Army Community Service will host the Volunteer Recognition Ceremony 3 p.m. Jan. 18 at the Community Services Building. For information, call 738-7510. Area II Ethics Training Ethics Training will be 1-2 p.m. Dec. 13; 1-2 p.m. Dec. 19 at Balboni Theater. For information, call 753-6631. New Bowling League There will be a Thursday Night Mixed Bowling League for all Area II organizations and units made up of four-person teams. The first meeting will be held at 6 p.m. Jan. 11, at Yongsan Lanes. Commissary Idol Audition at the Commissary 2-3 p.m. Saturday and Dec. 16 to see who will be the first “Commissary Idol” Dec. 23. There is a $200 Grand Prize. For information, call 736-7070. DAVID MCNALLY

Yongsan Motorcycle Club members Scott Bronson (center) and Tom Steward (left) line up to present donations to the U.S. Marine Corps “Toys for Tots” program Saturday at the Yongsan Main Exchange parking lot. About 30 riders went on a four-hour ride to Seongnam Golf Course before filling the barrels with toys.

Area II Web site For more community notes, news and information, visit the Area II Web site at http://area2.korea.army.mil.

Dec. 8, 2006 Area 12 http://area2.korea.army.mil Area II offers anger management class By Pfc. Jung Jae-hoon Area II Public Affairs

YONGSAN GARRISON — Area II Family Advocacy Program holds Anger Management Class the last Wednesday of every month at the Army Community Service Building. Any community member, including servicemembers, civilians and contractors, can attend the class. “Our goal is to teach individuals how to handle and manage anger,” said Family Advocacy Program specialist William Morrison. “We view anger as a choice that individuals make. We give them skills during the class in order to care for themselves.” The Anger Management Class explores what causes anger, problems anger can cause, how to deal with uncontrolled anger and how anger can help you. Most of the class members are sent from commander’s referral. If the commander does not see any improvement in the Soldiers, the 121st Combat Support Hospital offers a longer course.

“We try to identify people’s triggers, and what makes them angry,” Morrison said. “Then, we focus on managing it and getting back in control of yourself.” The class uses paradigms to understand anger. Paradigms are ways people see things. Morrison said everyone sees things differently. By teaching this, students learn how different things make different people angry. The students view three videos called “building personal power.” The videos teach how to express anger with “I” statements and also some relaxation methods to cool down anger. Also, class members keep an “anger journal” to see the differences in daily life. Students talk about alcohol and drugs and how they are related to anger. “The bottom line is that we have a choice,” Morrison said. “You can choose to be angry or not.” The class is free. For more information call 738-5151. E-mail [email protected]

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Children Patrick wouldn’t have a chance to play with other children. I don’t want him to miss out on his social development.” For children play is work, Rice said. “This is where they learn and develop,” she said. “It’s also nice to be able to get together with other parents and children.” Rice said each session has a goal, but activities often depend on how many children show up. “I think it’s a great resource and would love for more people to utilize

my services,” Rice said. “I’m excited to be a part of it.” The Hannam Village play session meets at the Army Community Service Outreach Center 10-11:30 a.m. Tuesdays. The Yongsan session meets at School Age Services, Bldg. 4211, 10:30 a.m.noon Wednesdays. Area II Family Advocacy also offers programs for new and expectant parents. For information, call 738-5028. E-mail [email protected]

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USO a problem for us.” Mintz cheered with the students in his group when one of them knocked down the pins. He said the event reminded him of teamwork with fun. “Most of the children have never met U.S. Soldiers,” said Songjoong Elementary School Teacher Yi Euibae. “I was kind of worried because the kids never had this kind of relationship, but the Soldiers were so nice to them and that made them close

enough.” Yi said the program was a success for the kids. He wished there were more Good Neighbor events for other Korean students. “We coordinate this event for all U.S. servicemembers twice a month,” Forge said. “It is open to all U.S. servicemembers and the feedback from the volunteers is good.” E-mail [email protected]

Safety breaking. Once the tree is home, immerse it in a bucket of water until ready to decorate. When ready to put up the tree, cut a one-or two-inch diagonal slice off the bottom of the trunk. The new cut helps the tree absorb water and will preserve freshness. Put the tree in a sturdy stand with widespread legs and keep

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Keep the tree at least three feet away from heat sources such as fireplaces and space heaters. When the holidays are over, take the tree outside as soon as possible. Recycle or discard it according to your local city or county regulations.

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Taxes allows an automatic two month extension to June 15, 2007. This does not mean that you have until June 15, to pay any taxes that you owe; any money owed must still be paid by April 15. This is an important point that many people do not understand: if a taxpayer owes a payment to the IRS, interest (and possibly penalties) will be assessed for all payments postmarked after April 15, 2007, regardless of any extensions. What if I need help? Contact your installation’s tax center. All eligible

personnel can call for an appointment at or just walk in for simple returns (see hours below). Eligible personnel, in accordance with Army Regulation 273, are:
Activity-duty military members and their qualified dependents that have valid military identification.
All DOD Civilians who are stationed in Area II and their qualified dependents who have valid military identification.
Retired military members who have a valid military identification card.




Reserve component service members who have a valid identification card.
DOD Contractors who have a valid Letter of Accreditation or their contract stating specifically that they are entitled to tax preparation services (contractors who present an accreditation letter that entitles them to “legal services” as part of their logistical support are NOT permitted to use the tax center). For information on installation and area tax assistance centers, contact the nearest military legal assistance office.

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Vigilance independently to complete their Armistice tasks: this exercise emphasized the need to work together to complete the mission.” Teams conducted continuous operations on the Camp Casey simulated “urban battlefield:” interrogations continued past midnight, CI teams met with sources in the predawn darkness and the analysis cell produced a continuous stream of assessments, all the while being stressed by the simulated higher headquarters and the responsibilities of defending themselves against active hostile forces. The scenario planners drove the exercise hard to replicate the challenges of combat. Battalion leaders praise the exercise for providing a second opportunity to assemble and train HUMINT Collection Teams, an essential element in the

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Army’s CI and HUMINT transformation and the backbone of how 524th MI “fights tonight.” The battalion’s interrogators were equally stressed. The scenario drove them to use their skills against simulated enemy prisoners of war in order to exploit detainees for information regarding the activities and plans of threat forces. Chief Warrant Officer Patrick Skora, a veteran of theater and tactical level interrogation operations in Iraq, designed a scenario in which interrogators had to orchestrate the appropriate approach strategy in order to convince the detainees to provide information. Additionally, the exercise demonstrated the important role that allsource intelligence analysts play in this process. In his After Action Review with the battalion’s Soldiers, 524th Commander,

Lt. Col. David Carstens, recognized the outstanding efforts of exercise participants, including Pfc. Ruben Covarrubias and Pfc. Albert Lewis in the HUMINT Analysis Cell. “Their analytical products and insights from the HUMINT Analysis Cell made the interrogators more effective by providing perspective on who the detainees were, who and what they knew, and how to best convince them to provide information,” said Carstens. The 524th’s analysts proved that intelligence provides commanders with an advantage only when it is thoroughly evaluated in an effort to produce predictive analysis. “The battalion’s Southern Vigilance exercise in July demonstrated that motivated analysts provided invaluable contributions to the interrogation process,” said Skora

“The analysts were an ancillary consideration while we planned the scenario for Southern Vigilance, but we made them a central part of the plan for Northern Vigilance.” Recent experiences in Iraq and Afghanistan are testimony to the benefits of timely and accurate HUMINT collection. Further, these same experiences emphasize the fact that commanders must use CI to assess threat vulnerabilities and protect the force. Northern Vigilance did more than just tire Soldiers out in the end. It taught them that CI and HUMINT skills are challenging to execute. Carstens agreed, saying, “Every time we go to the field, the analysts’ work demonstrates that predictive analysis is crucial to the success and relevance of any intelligence mission.”

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The Marine

Employee of the Month PG-13

PG-13

Deck the Halls

Deck the Halls

PG

PG

Jet Li’s Fearless R

DeJa Vu

DeJa Vu

DeJa Vu

PG-13

PG-13

PG-13

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The Departed

Deck the Halls

Deck the Halls

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School for Scoundrels (Billy Bob Thornton, Jon Heder) Roger enrolls in a top-secret confidence-building class taught by the suavely underhanded Dr. P. Aided by his assistant, Lesher, Dr. P uses unorthodox, often dangerous methods, but he guarantees results: Employ his techniques and you will unleash your inner lion. Roger quickly discovers that star students have a way of catapulting Dr. P’s competitive side into high gear.

The Marine PG-13

Jet Li’s Fearless — (Jet Li, Betty Sun) The son of a great fighter who did not wish for his child to follow in his footsteps, the bullied Huo Yuanjia resolves to teach himself how to fight — and win. Years of training enable him to ace match after match in his home region of Tianjin. But as his fame as a martial arts master grows, so does his pride. After an ill-advised fight leads to another master’s death, members of Huo’s family are slain in revenge.

Stranger Than Fiction PG-13

No Show

Running With Scissors PG-13

Running With Scissors PG-13

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Employee of the Month PG-13

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Employee of the Month (Dane Cook, Jessica Simpson) For workers at Super Club, the most coveted honor is the “Employee of the Month” award, and having one’s photo immortalized on the wall of fame in the staff lounge. Enter Zack Bradley and Vince Downey, two ultra competitive Super Club workers whose ten years of employment have resulted in drastically different career paths. The duo’s longtime rivalry comes to a bitter head when Amy—a beautiful new cashier with a reputation of only dating “Employee of the Month” winners—transfers to the store, immediately becoming the object of both Zack and Vince’s affection and often comical gamesmanship.

The Marine PG-13

No Show

PG

No Show

Employee of the Month PG-13

Employee of the Month PG-13

The Marine

No Show

No Show

Deck the Halls (Danny DeVito, Matthew Broderick) Steve, a suburban dad and Christmas enthusiast, leads a wellordered, well-planed, and wellorganized life. His new neighbor, Buddy, is Steve’s polar opposite: a big personality with big dreams, which have yet to materialize. But Buddy’s latest dream -to create the biggest holiday light display in the world, visible from outer space – is turning Steve’s disciplined world into a chaotic

PG-13

The Departed R

DeJa Vu — (Denzel Washington, Val Kilmer) Everyone has experienced the unsettling mystery of déjà vu – that flash of memory when you meet someone new you feel you’ve know all your life or recognize a place even though you’ve never been there before. But what if the feelings were actually warnings sent from the past or clues to the future? It is déjà vu that unexpectedly guides ATF agent Doug Carlin through an investigation into a shattering crime.

Jet Li’s Fearless R

No Show

No Show

Turistas R

Turistas R

No Show

Turistas R

Employee of the Month PG-13

No Show

Employee of the Month PG-13

The Black Dahlia R

Employee of the Month PG-13

Employee of the Month PG-13

No Show The Departed R

The Marine

Gridiron Gang

PG-13

PG-13

Flyboys PG-13

No Show

Turistas R

The Marine

No Show

Turistas R

PG-13

Everybody’s Hero G

The Marine PG-13

Employee of the Month PG-13

Employee of the Month PG-13

Employee of the Month PG-13

The Marine

The Marine

PG-13

PG-13

Open Season

Open Season

Open Season

PG

PG

PG

Snakes on a Plane R

Snakes on a Plane R

Material Girls

Material Girls

Material Girls

The Last Kiss

The Last Kiss

PG

PG

PG

R

R

School for Scoundrels PG-13

School for Scoundrels PG-13

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Making your mark of Grace in the world By Chaplain (Capt.) Lucilus G. Mizerani 1-2 Aviation. Regiment

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ischievous boys kept showing a mentally challenged boy a dime and a nickel, telling him to choose which he wanted. He always chose the nickel. Assuming he chose the nickel because it was larger, a bystander finally asked why he always chose the nickel. His reply — “If I choose the dime, they’d quit doing it.” Pretty smart! Whether you are Colson or Carucchi, if you write, you all use the same 26 letters of the alphabet, but how you put those letters together makes a tremendous difference. The same is true of music. Mozart and Motown use the same 12tone scale, but the result is a world apart. We can draw the same parallel in people. Whether you are Einstein or Eisenhart, you each

have the same 24 hours in every day. What we do with those 24 hours can mean the difference between great success or dismal failure. Today we will each have 24 hours to make our mark on history. We will want that mark to be representative of the love of our Spiritual Father. An old proverb says, “Each one should use whatever gift he has received to serve others, faithfully administering grace in its various forms.” What would you like be remembered for? What are some of the marks you would like to leave with your family, friends and peers? Have you ever considered making your mark with your Spiritual Father? Moment by moment — choice by choice — word by word we all make our marks on people, environment and our life. You have the power to

change your destiny with the way you treat others. Will you choose today to bless people around you, and be more positive to others around you? We know that evil comes softly trying to manipulate our emotions to do what is wrong, until we accept those ideas as the best course of action. Do not let evil conquer your heart and mind. Resist those temptations and make your mark of grace! Mark your spouse, children, workers, bosses and all others with love, acceptance and affirmation. We will never be able to please everyone, but try to be positive and encourage others by using and choosing words carefully. You will see that your words will be like seeds planted in a beautiful garden. They will grow and bloom so that your heart will rejoice.

Area III Worship Services Protestant Collective Sunday

10:30 a.m.

3 p.m.

Zoeckler Station Chapel Freedom Chapel, Camp Long Chapel Suwon Air Base Chapel Camp Eagle Chapel

1 p.m.

Freedom Chapel

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Gospel Sunday

Wednesday 7 p.m. Contemporary Sunday 6 p.m. KATUSA Tuesday 7 p.m. Sunday 8 p.m.

Freedom Chapel Freedom Chapel Freedom Chapel Camp Long Chapel

Catholic Mass

Daily Sunday

11:45 p.m. 9:30 a.m. 4 p.m.

Freedom Chapel Freedom Chapel Camp Long Chapel

5:10 p.m. Camp Eagle Chapel For information on Bible study groups and other religious services and activities, contact the nearest installation chaplain’s office.

Area III Chaplains Chaplain (Maj.) Ray Robinson [email protected] 753-7274 Chaplain (Maj.) James O’Neal [email protected] 753-7276 Chaplain (Capt.) Kyle Taylor [email protected] 721-3356

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Jenelle Little (center) prepares kimchi to help needy people in Seoul.

Good Neighbor event helps needy By David McNally Area II Public Affairs

SEOUL — The strong spicy odor of Korean kimchi could be smelled from blocks around. More than 1,500 volunteers joined forces to turn an abandoned school courtyard into the biggest kimchi kitchen on the peninsula Nov. 21-23. “Kimchi is the Korean people’s favorite dish,” said Area II Community Relations Officer An Chang-sin. “This festival resulted in more than 33,000 heads of kimchi cabbage for needy people in Seoul.” Among the kimchi makers, six American spouses from nearby Yongsan Garrison sat at a table side-byside with Koreans. English-speaking Korean volunteer Song Sang-eun showed the Americans how to put the ingredients together. “I think the Koreans were glad to see American’s making kimchi,” said American volunteer Ann Stephens. “I think they had a few laughs watching us.” As the American women worked in rubber gloves and plastic vests, a Korean woman with a big smile darted around them sticking fresh kimchi in their mouths. “All-in-all we had a wonderful time and in the process helped out those in need,” Stephens said. This was the fifth year Yongsan community members have helped at the annual kimchi event. “The fact that it was going toward a good cause made me feel good,” said American volunteer Jenelle Little. “I did it last year also and was glad to do it again this year.”

Koreans carried load after load of cabbage and ingredients to the tables. The volunteers spread out the cabbages, then smothered them with hot peppers, salt, garlic and radishes. “Having the cultural experience and actually helping in the community is what I enjoyed the most,” said American volunteer Stephanie Cobb. “It was very enlightening to see the experience and to learn the technique of kimchi making.” Kimchi making is a great cultural experience, Stephens said. “I always enjoy learning about other cultures,” she said “Yongsan-gu and Mayor Park do a fantastic job with this charitable event.” The small American contingent received many looks when they arrived. “They immediately jumped to the occasion and wanted to educate us with the technique and the language,” Cobb said. “It was a very warm welcome.” An said kimchi is a very important part of the Korean diet. “If you have rice and kimchi, you feel like you can get by,” An said. “I feel it is a good thing to do,” Little said. “The Korean people have been very nice to me and this is one way I feel I can give back.” “It was a very rewarding experience and during the event many Koreans expressed their gratitude and it was a very positive experience,” Cobb said. “I will do it again.”

American volunteer Wendy Mora shows the “fruits” of her labor during a kimchi-making event Nov. 22 in Seoul.

This festival resulted in more than 33,000 heads of kimchi cabbage for needy people in Seoul. —An Chang-sin

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Above: Korean volunteer Song Sang-eun explains to the Americans how to prepare kimchi. Left: American volunteer Ann Stephens gets a mouthful of fresh kimchi during the event.

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Deployment video helps children cope By Chris Rasmussen

they are away. In turn the child gives their parent something to hold on to,” she said. FORT JACKSON, S.C. - Children of deployed Soldiers The DVD also portrays a Soldier telling his child that now have a fuzzy, familiar friend to help them understand whenever they miss them to look up at the moon, why their parent must leave them for a while. because no matter where they are, they will be looking The new Sesame Street DVD “Talk, Listen, Connect: up at the same moon. Children are also told to mark the Helping Families Cope with Military Deployment,” is available days off a calendar until the parent comes back home. at no cost to military members and their families at Parents and children are encouraged to connect with www.sesameworkshop.org/tlc. each other through e-mail and Elmo and his father star in the videos. Another technique is for 24-minute DVD, which teaches the spouse to read a child’s young military children and their favorite book that the Soldiercaregivers how best to handle a parent used to read to them parent’s deployment. Available in before deploying. English and Spanish, the program “They did a really great job of covers all phases of deployment doing research on this and being from pre-deployment to able to put together lots of homecoming and the unique elements that give examples of challenges of each phase. true issues within a family that is Norma Colwell, a counselor facing deployment,” Colwell said. at Hood Street and Pierce “The DVD does not stop at Terrace elementary schools, helping children deal with C who wrote a book for children The Sesame Street DVD is available at deployment, it also helps them on how to deal with www.sesameworkshop.or/tlc. learn to reconnect with their deployments, said she plans to parents when they get back use the DVD with her students. home.” “Since all of our students at Fort Jackson are the children Colwell, who wrote, “While You are Away - Coping of Soldiers, I plan to use it with all of my students,” she with a Parent’s Absence” during Operation Desert Storm, said. “It is very supportive of the family and really guides said the DVD fills a gap in previous materials that were children well through the transition of learning about the aimed toward an older audience. deployment to the time dad or mom comes home.” “I wish I had this DVD 20 years ago because there The DVD offers alternative techniques to help children were not a lot of materials available for young children,” feel secure. she said. “Rather than saying ‘be a big man’ and ‘take care of the For a free copy of the DVD, call Military One Source family,’ the Soldier in the DVD gives the child something at 1-800-342-9647 or download it online at important to take care of - such as a piece of jewelry - while www.sesameworkshop.org/tlc. Fort Jackson Leader

Decoder price reduction The Army and Air Force Exchange Service and the Navy Exchange Service Command will reduce monthly rental price for AFRTS decoders from $25 to $13 effective today. Contact AAFES stores for more information. VFW hosts Children’s Christmas Party VFW Post 10033 of Daegu will hold its annual Children’s Christmas Party Dec. 16 from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. The event will feature a showing of two Christmas classics, lunch and a magic show with a special appearance by “you know who.” RSVP by Wednesday. For more information, call Ralph Connor at 7643773. Casting Call Nominations for vocalists, dancers, musicians, specialty acts, technicians, and stage managers are being accepted for the 2007 Army Soldier Show. Packets should include name, rank, SSN, unit address, duty phone, e-mail address, and area of specialty. Performers must include a DVD/video and technician nominees should include resume. Nominations should reach the following address no later than Dec. 29. The U.S. Army Soldier Show, Attn: 2007 Selection

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Partygoers score big prizes at Super Bowl Bash By Rakendra Moore IMCOM Public Affairs

DallasCowboy Cheerleaders tour Korea The Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders will “bring some cheer” to troops stationed throughout Korea Dec. 14 through 19. They will perform five full shows at major venues as well as mini-shows and autograph sessions at Post Exchanges and dining facilities. Best known for their trendsetting dance routines, the NFL cheerleading squad from Texas is one of the most famous cheerleading organizations in the world. This will be their 62nd visit to the Republic of Korea. The event is sponsored by the USO and MWR. Shows are free of charge and open to military ID card holders. Please call DSN 723-3749 for more information. Schedule is as follows: Dec.14: Yongsan, Collier Field House, 7 p.m. Dec.15: Camp Walker, Kelly Gym, 7 p.m. Dec.16: Kunsan AB, Hangar, 7 p.m. TMCW Submissions To have an event featured in The Morning Calm Weekly’s News & Notes, e-mail information to [email protected]. All submissions should include detailed information about the event and a contact name and telephone number. For information, call 738-3355.

The Main Post Club hosted the Miller Lite Super Bowl Bash to Las Vegas Dec. 1.Entries were submitted from all 4 Areas beginning Oct. 1 and ending Nov. 27 in MWR clubs, bowling centers, and golf facilities. The sponsor, Miller Brewing Company, selected one grand prize while free food, games, and additional prizes completed the night. The lottery drawing was off to a good start, as Thomas Bruce from

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A contestant in the “Heisman Posing Contest” shows off his best football stare – and wins!

Morale, Welfare and Recreation kicked off the evening’s event. The night began with Walter Cade, Main Post Club Manager, and Thomas Bruce, MWR Marketing Chief, giving general announcements, contest rules and introduction of Miller Brewing Company representative, Gregory Harkness. Once the grand prize was awarded, those on-site enjoyed fun competitions and free food. A premium leather football was awarded to the winner of the Heisman Posing Contest while musical chairs and a dance contest had the audience laughing. There was a field of prizes ranging from hats, sweat shirts and t-shirts, to a hundred thousand won gift certificate from Lotte Department Store. Sergeant Jorge Campos won the 100,000 won gift certificate. “I want to come back here,” Campos exclaimed. The main focus of the night though, was the Super Party Vegas Contest. Alan Zomchek, a civilian employee from Area IV, was the lucky winner of the night, winning the Miller Lite $10,000 give away. His winnings included a round-trip ticket for two, transportation and meals, and a fourday, three-night stay at Bally’s Hotel and Casino. In addition, Zomchek will receive a $500 spending spree and admission to the Miller Super Bowl Party. “I could not believe it,” exclaimed

Greg Harkness, a Miller Rep, selects the grand-prize winner. Zomchek. Zomchek was caught off guard when he received his winning phone call from Diana Merson, MWR Commercial Sponsorship Manager. Zomchek really didn’t know what was going on. He said he received the call while driving to work. “I had to ask twice if she was sure, and I still was thinking someone was playing a joke,” he explained. “I think it’s great,” said Greg Harkness, who organized the event for Miller. “But the great thing about it is that one winner is going to be from somewhere in Korea .” Tom Bruce of MWR added, “The night was really fun. I look forward to developing more MWR promotions like the Super Party Vegas and Shopping Spree. We at MWR try very hard to offer more ‘fun’ to the Soldiers, family members, and civilians stationed in Korea. It felt great awarding a trip to the States with Miller and look forward to doing more in the future.”

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Humphreys Operations Center ‘Not your father ’s CHOC’ father’s By Harry Parent Area III DPTMS

CAMP HUMPHREYS - The Camp Humphreys Operations Center is the primary means the installation uses to send and receive important information. It serves as a platform for communications and surveillance and is vital to the Command’s ability to maintain situational awareness. During emergencies impacting Area III, the CHOC is the Emergency Operations Center until the Installation Operations Center is opened. Until May 2006, if you “pulled CHOC duty” during the last 30 years, chances are you did so in Building T-251, the old Area III Headquarters building. If you happened to have duty on a slow night, you might have passed the time trying to plug in a personal radio without shorting out the aging electrical system; or you may have counted the different varieties of mold spore colonies thriving in the Vietnam-era prefabricated building. If you happened to have a busy shift during a civil disturbance at the front gate or there’s when a typhoon bearing down on Camp Humphreys, you probably wished for a sounder building, some additional phone lines, a reliable connection to the Internet Service Provider, and some closed circuit television cameras to view the events taking place outside. That all changed in June 2006 when the CHOC found a new home in Building S-1280, The new CHOC is state of the art, unrivaled on the peninsula for its capabilities, including: realtime surveillance and weather alerts, redundant communications, and automated alert systems. The CHOC is staffed 24/7 by tenant unit Soldiers with oversight by the Directorate of Plans, Training, Mobilization and Security. From this fighting position, Soldiers serve as the primary link between the community, the Area III Support Activity and the world. They are able to quickly send and receive emergency information and play a vital role in maintaining the Command’s situational awareness in any contingency. First Lt. Matthew Garvin, Company E, 4-2 Aviation Regiment, said that this is the most technologically advanced detail that he’s ever worked on.

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1st Lt. Matthew Garvin, (left) and Staff Sgt. Kevin Pardy, both with E Company, 4-2 Aviation Regiment, pull CHOC duty Dec. 4.

HARRY PARENT

A view of the old Area III HQ, taken in April of this year, just prior to it’s demolition. The facilities there were primitive comparted to the new CHOC.

No taxi service on Humphreys Monday By F. Neil Neeley Area III Public Affairs

F. NEIL NEELEY

Taxis wait for customers at the taxi stand near the Camp Humphreys walk in gate. There will be no taxi service Monday, Dec. 11.

CAMP HUMPHREYS – There will be no taxi service here from midnight Sunday until midnight Monday. In addition, no taxies from Osan Air Base will be allowed on post. This is a safety stand down day in response to continued unsafe driving practices by AAFES taxi drivers. According to Randy Turnage, Area III safety manager, All AAFES taxi drivers will attend training given by the Area III Provost Marshall’s Office, the Pyeongtaek Korean Traffic Association and the Area III Safety office. The PMO will review traffic infractions from the past year. The

Pyeongtaek Korean Traffic Association will review Korean traffic laws and the safety office will review road conditions and their meaning, and winter driving hazards. According to Area III Commander, Col. Michael J. Taliento Jr., taxi drivers who continue to drive unsafely will be dealt with. “I will coordinate appropriate action with AAFES management,” Taliento said. Individuals should make plans to car pool and work together to coordinate alternate transportation Monday. The post shuttle bus will run as usual from 5:30 a.m. until midnight, leaving every 15 to 30 minutes, making frequent stops around the post.

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Area III Mandatory Ethics Training The Area III Legal Center conducts required annual Ethics Training every Thursday for the rest of the calendar year. Training focuses on the Joint Ethics Regulation and particularly on proper uses of government property, private organizations, gift giving, informal funds, and fundraising. Area III Ethics Training will take place starting at 1 p.m. each Thursday, at the Camp Humphreys Post Theatre. Contact Capt. Graham Smith at 7533756 for information regarding the training. Holiday Food Vouchers Available A limited number of Holiday food vouchers will be available for those in need this holiday season. For information contact individual unit first sergeants, or the chapel at 7537274. Tax Center Volunteers Needed The Area III Tax Assistance Center is looking for motivated volunteers to assist with tax return preparation for Soldiers and family members in the coming tax year. Training will be provided. Hours are flexible. Interested persons should call 7536245 and leave their contact information for Capt. Tomasovic. IG Positions Available in Areas II, III The United States Forces Korea and Eighth U.S. Army Inspector General’s Office is looking for officers and NCOs who desire to become Inspector Generals in Areas II and III. You should be in the rank of major (branch immaterial) and sergeant first class (MOS 42A/42L and 92Y) to serve as Inspectors General. There is also an opening for an Inspector General position in the rank of captain (Career Course graduate and successful Companylevel command) at Camp Humphreys. For additional information, call 7256739. Newcomers Briefing Learn about Area III at the monthly Newcomer’s Brief held Tuesday at the CAC from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. For information, call 753-8401. AAFES Lowers Decoder Price The Satellite Decoder monthly rental price has been reduced from $25 to $13. Although outright purchases of the AFN decoders is not possible in Korea, Army and Air Force Exchange Service officials call the change “a significant drop in price.” No Taxi Service Monday There will be no taxi service on Camp Humphreys Monday.

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Elementary School Dancers from the International Youth Fellowship of Wonju entertain the Camp Long community at the Winter Wonderland Garden Lighting Ceremony held Nov 29 .

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Santa is surrounded by eager children at Camp Humphreys Transformation Park Dec. 4. After the Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony.

A life in music brings teacher to Korea By F. Neil Neely & Bob McElroy Area III Public Affairs

CAMP HUMPHREYS – The halls are alive with the sound of music. The halls of Humphreys Elementary School, that is, and the music is there courtesy of new music teacher Angela Shoff. Shoff has had the gift of music her entire life and now she’s bringing it to grades Kindergarten through six here, and leading an Honor Choir composed of students from grades four through six. Growing up in Rialto, Calif. Shoff was influenced by her father who played bass and sang and her mother who played piano. It was only natural then F. N . N that Shoff developed a life-long Angela Shoff leads an Honor Choir composed of students from grades four through six at the love of music. Camp Humphreys Christmas Tree-lighting ceremony Monday. “I’ve had musical experience toward a larger goal: getting kids since birth,” Shoff said. “My dad woodwind instruments. involved in something which they Shoff also uses a new music was a music pastor; I grew up curriculum that uses video clips can do throughout their lives and singing in church and in music.” and software as teaching which will help them to stay on This is her first tools. the straight and narrow. year as a full-time “I think music really motivates The software and clips music teacher. Last kids, it can do things for kids allow students to see the year she taught fifthinstrument being played. that other things can’t do,” Shoff grade music in the asserted. “Kids need to get In some cases, she said, States. In college she students can play some involved in extracurricular minored in music. activities, sports, clubs, and of the instruments they As the HAES music music. It helps them to keep out see on the computer. teacher, Shoff tries to Members of the Camp of trouble and off the streets.” impart that passion to Shoff is walking proof that Humphreys community her students. In one music can be more than just a had a chance to see the of her recent classes Angela Shoff hobby; As her example shows, it fruit of Shoff ’s teaching she’s been teaching can be a lifelong passion to be at Monday’s Christmas Tree students about the family of shared with others; it can even instruments in an orchestra. She’s lighting ceremony when the HAES student choir performed a take you to a distant land. aided by diagrams that show the “Music is my life, I love it,” number of holiday songs. similarities as well as the All of this, she noted goes she said. differences between brass and EIL

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First time supervisors learn how to LEAD properly

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Julie Sharp, Army Community Services, leads a brainstorming session with the “Balloon Inflators” during a break-out session. By Bob McElroy Area III Public Affairs

CAMP HUMPHREYS – There may be some who are natural-born leaders, but for the rest training is essential, especially in today’s Army that blends Soldiers and civilians into one workforce. To that end, several new supervisors recently completed the five-day Leadership Education and Development training course here. The Army requires that all first-time supervisors of Army civilians must complete the Supervisor Development Course and then LEAD. The SDC is Phase I of the Army’s Civilian Leadership Training core curriculum and LEAD is Phase II. SDC and LEAD are also open to team leaders be they GS or WG, and supervisors who have been in a leadership position for greater than 12 months. Supervisors can also send employees who have demonstrated leadership potential. According to the Army Civilian Personnel On Line Web site, “LEAD teaches supervisors how to assess their own effectiveness; assess employee and team effectiveness; motivate and influence employees; communicate effectively; conduct counseling; resolve conflicts; develop strategies to create fully functioning teams; make effective decisions; and explain the effect of values on individual and team effectiveness.”

Bill Knight, Department of Logistics, presents his groups suggestions to the class for saving the “Balloon Factory.” The class played differnt roles over a five-day period and had to solve management problems.

Joseph Barnes, one of the LEAD training facilitators said that the goal of LEAD is to help supervisors to become more confident and proficient in their job. “We teach them what leadership is. We go through situational leadership and have them discover themselves,” Barnes said. The next task, Barnes continued, is to teach teambuilding techniques through a series of exercises and situations. One Camp Humphreys supervisor who recently completed LEAD is Shawn Shaffell of the Directorate of Plans, Training, Mobilization and Security. Shaffell said he plans to use the skills he learned in LEAD when he returns to his office. “I’ll apply what I learned here in the day-to-day application of leadership in my organization and hopefully make myself and the organization better in the long run,” Shaffell said. Another Humphreys supervisor who attended, Allison McAllister, said she learned valuable lessons that will help her be a better supervisor and team builder. “This class taught me to be a better supervisor. I’m going to try to make my employees become more cohesive to the team,” McAllister said. “We’re going to do more brainstorming instead of me making all of the decisions on my own.”

(Counter clockwise from top) Bill Knight, Department of Logistics, checks in on the “Balloon Inflators,” as Michael Stevenson, DPW; Brent Stedry, Area III Lan/Wan chief; and Julie Sharp, Army Community Services, look on.

Michael Stevenson, Department of Public Works, Environmental Division, makes his point during a break-out session with his fellow “Balloon Inflators.”

Instructor Joseph Barnes, Training and Support Area, Korea, teaches the LEAD class.

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Namhae ceremony honors WWII airmen Event marks end of era By Steven Hoover Area IV Public Affairs

NAMHAE-DO – The 61st Namhae Memorial Ceremony, commemorating the deaths of 11 U.S. Army Air Corps crew members killed during World War II, was held Nov. 29 at Namhae Island, about 75 miles west of Busan. Approximately 40 people attended the event. Aug. 7, 1945, Japanese anti-aircraft fire sent the B-24 Liberator Bomber “Lady Luck II” and its crew to a fiery death near the summit of Mangwoon Mountain, located on Namhae Island. The crash shook the island and awoke the then 31-year-old Kim Duk-hyung from his sleep. The next day, Kim and a group of island residents were ordered to accompany the Japanese Military Police to the crash site. Kim watched as Japanese soldiers gathered up items from the plane that they considered useful, leaving the bodies of the dead airmen. Later, he returned, dug shallow graves and formed crosses from pine branches. When the Japanese discovered the burial, Kim was tortured and imprisoned. Once American forces arrived on Namhae, Kim gave them the dead crews’ dog tags and helped recover the bodies. After WWII, he began annual

Kim Duk-hyung, Namhae War Memorial Activities Association director, stands for the playing of the Republic of Korea’s and the United States’ national anthems during the 61st Namhae Memorial Ceremony in Namhae Nov. 29. memorial services at the site in honor of those who perished in the crash. In 1948, he founded the War Memorial Activities Association. He also resolved to build a monument, finishing it in 1956. Each year since, U.S. Army commanders have participated in the memorial ceremony held at Namhae Island. Kim, 92, has served as director to this day and said that he knows this is a story that has been told many times, but

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Lt. Col. Roger R. Dansereau, Pusan Storage Facility commander, presents a wreath of flowers sent by United States Forces Korea during the 61st Namhae Memorial Ceremony Wednesday. The ceremony commemorates the deaths of 11 U.S. Army Air Corps crew members killed near the end of World War II. Dansereau, representing Gen. B.B. Bell, USFK commander, delivered the keynote address during the ceremony. it is one that is just as important today as it was 61 years ago. He cited several reasons why he has kept the ceremony going all these years. “When I was a young child, Hansen’s Disease (leprosy) was very serious,” Kim said. “As you know, that

Crew members of the “Lady Luck II” pose in front of their B-24 Liberator bomber prior to their ill-fated mission that ended on Namhae Island.

disease was so bad that even the patients’ families didn’t want to stay with them. At that time, only the American people took lepers and cared for them. “Moreover, they (America) asserted that Japan had to stop invading Korea when we were suffering. I still remember the time when everybody, except America, ignored our pain. Many Koreans today don’t know or already have forgotten how much we owe to America. Without the help they have given us in the past, we couldn’t develop as much as now. “This event (his being involved with the recovery) was accidental, but I thought it was a chance to give their kindness back. I strongly believe that we shouldn’t lose our gratitude. By honoring these Soldiers, we pray for the repose of their souls and we wish for peace all over the world.” As part of the ceremony, Lt. Col. Roger R. Dansereau, Pusan Storage Facility commander and representing Gen. B.B. Bell, United States Forces Korea commander, presented a certificate to Yi Sang-hwan, a member of the War Memorial Activities Association, and then spoke to the group. “The recovery of these valiant airmen could well have been lost had it not been for the selfless efforts and humanity of

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26 http://ima.korea.army.mil/areaiv/sites/local/ Burger King Closed The Camp Walker Burger King will be closed for maintenance Monday – Dec. 15. During that time, the new Subway at the Post Exchange Food Court will offer breakfast selections 6:30 - 10 a.m. For information, call Kurt Brunen at 768-7355. Fine Arts Exhibit Daegu Child and Youth Services is hosting the annual Boys and Girls Clubs of America National Fine Arts Exhibition and Contest 5:30 – 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Evergreen Community Club on Camp Walker. The exhibition is open to the community and artwork will be on display through Dec. 16. Prizes will be awarded to winners and participants will receive B&GCA certificates. For information, call CYS at 764-5721/5702. 8th U.S. Army Band Concert The 8th United States Army will perform a Christmas concert 6:30 p.m. Thursday at the Chilgok County Education, Culture Welfare Hall Auditorium (near Camp Carroll Gate #1) in Waegwan. Everyone is invited to attend. For information, call Pak To-yong, Camp Carroll Community Relations officer, at 765-8772. Team Daegu Family Holiday Ball 19th Sustainment Command (Expeditionary) is hosting a “Team Daegu” Family Holiday Ball 6:30 p.m. Dec. 16 at the Inter-Burgo Hotel in Daegu. Social hour begins at 5 p.m. with the receiving line starting at 5:45 p.m. Dress is black tie formal, tuxedos, gowns, Army blue uniform, Army blue mess, or class A uniform with white shirt and bow tie. Cost for this event is 45,000 won or $50 per person. Buses will be available for departure and return. For information or to purchase tickets, call Sgt. Maj. Louis Velez at 768-6322 or Master Sgt. Sheila Nelson at 768-7457. VFW Christmas Party For Kids Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 10033 of Daegu will host its annual Children’s Christmas Party 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Dec. 16 at the VFW Post Home, which is located about six blocks from Camp Walker’s Gate #4. The party will feature two Christmas movie classics, lunch, and a magic show plus a special appearance by Santa. For information or to RSVP, call Ralph Connor at 764-3773 no later than Wednesday. Retiree Council Meeting An Area IV Military Retiree Council meeting will be held 11 a.m. – noon Saturday at the Area IV Support Activity Conference Room, Bldg. 1211, on Camp Henry. For information, call Wilfred J. Plumley at 768-8969.

Area IV New, returning mayors begin terms

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Area IV Public Affairs CAMP HENRY – One new, and one returning mayor started their terms Dec. 1, a month earlier than in the past. Command Sgt. Maj. Rudy DelValle is the new Camp Walker mayor and Camp George’s returning mayor is Sgt. First Class Craig Jones. Both mayors, who serve as volunteers, represent the residents of

the housing areas in which they live. A primary function is to represent residents to the command and serve as a liaison between residents and Area IV officials. Mayors serve in a variety of other capacities such as providing command information to residents and acting as mediators to help resolve community issues. In the past, nominations for mayor were accepted in November and elections were held in December.

Mayors started their one-year terms beginning in January. Beginning this year, the process was pushed forward by a month in order to avoid conflict with the holiday season, according to Bonnie McCarthy, Area IV Support Activity volunteer coordinator. For information about the mayor program or other volunteer opportunities, call McCarthy at 7688126.

Name: Rudy R. DelValle

Name: Craig S. Jones Rank: Sergeant first class Office Phone: 768-8401 Cell Phone: 010-8698-6286 e-mail address: [email protected], or, [email protected] Housing Area: Camp George Why did you want to be mayor: I want to help people Jones out, get questions from the residents and find answers. I want to stand up and be a voice for our community. I want to make a difference in the way we live at Camp George, to make it a better housing area for everyone, from the little children to the grownups. Overall, I believe that I could have a positive impact being the Camp George Mayor. I was re-elected this year for a second term, so I must be doing something right. What are some of the ideas/initiatives you would like to implement: 1) Conduct monthly meetings with the building coordinators to discuss any issues or concerns that may be going on in their building that need to be addressed. 2) I really would like to establish a Fall/ Spring Clean-up Day. The emphasis is for ONE day. Most housing areas have this in the states and some overseas areas as well. I believe this is a good way to get out and work and talk with your neighbors and get to know them as we clean Camp George for a day. 3) I would like to try to have a block party or potluck perhaps at Camp George. It would be a great thing to do, again, to communicate with each other and get to know one another. 4) Continue to send out a bi-weekly or monthly newsletter. I do this at least once a month, but sometimes I send information out more often.

Rank: Command Sergeant Major Office Phone: 765-8365 Cell Phone: 011-9232-8802 e-mail address: [email protected], or, [email protected] Housing Area: Camp Walker Why did you want to be mayor: To make a positive DelValle impact on the community and make a difference to assist in any way. I am all about customer service! What are some of the ideas/initiatives you would like to implement: To be there for the great community we already have and to make Camp Walker a user friendly environment for all personnel who utilize its assets. I would like to get rid of the toll during the week for Soldiers commuting from Camp Walker to Camp Carroll. They should be exempt Monday thru Friday but would have to pay on the weekends. I hear there is an alternate route (route 4) but that is not the right answer. I also hear about the “home to work” bus but it is not user friendly either. What is your personal philosophy/outlook: Treat others how you would like to be treated and remember that we are not born into this world with an Army uniform. Live your life to the fullest every day and enjoy what you have while you have it. Be fair, hard and have compassion. What would you like to add or say to the community: It is an honor and privilege to live and work with so many great people and I am here to serve you. What is the best part of your job: Taking care of Soldiers. What is the best thing about being stationed here: The people, food and culture.

Area IV commissaries offer scholarships By Bonnie Powell Defense Commissary Agency

FORT LEE, Va. – Gas prices are biting into family budgets, interest rates are rising, and college tuition is outpacing inflation. Fortunately, some relief is in sight for military families as the Defense Commissary Agency Scholarships for Military Children program opens for 2007. Applications for the 2007 program are now available at the Taegu Commissary on Camp Walker and Area IV’s other commissaries at Camp Carroll and Fleet Activities Chinhae, according to Area IV Commissary director Lito Miraflor. The $1,500 scholarships are available for children of military active-duty, retired, and Guard and Reserve service members. A significant number of scholarships,

about 10 percent every year, go to high school students at DoD schools overseas. “Every cent that community organizations can mobilize to support college-bound students is an investment in the future,” said Joseph Tafoya, director of the Department of Defense Education Activity Applications for 2007, which include an essay on “how and why” the applicant would change a historical event, must be turned in at a commissary by close of business Feb. 21, 2007. At least one $1,500 scholarship will be awarded at every commissary location with qualified applicants. The program is open to unmarried children under the age of 21 (23 if enrolled in school) of military activeduty, Reserve, Guard and retired

personnel. Eligibility will be determined using the Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System database. Applicants should ensure that they, as well as their sponsor, are enrolled in the DEERS database and have a current ID card. The applicant must be planning to attend, or already attending, an accredited college or university fulltime in the fall term of 2007, or enrolled in a program of studies designed to transfer directly into a four-year program. Applications are available at Area IV commissaries, or at http:// www.commissaries.com, http:// www.militaryscholar.org, or http:// www.dodea.edu.

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WAEGWAN – Soldiers of the 501st Sustainment Brigade and students from Seok Jeon Middle School here affirmed their special relationship through the establishment of a friendship agreement, during a ceremony at the school Nov. 22. “Our school first opened its doors in March, 2003 and in September of this year, we formed a partnership with the 23rd Chemical Battalion and then the 20th Area Support Group. Today, we are proud to form a partnership with the 501st Special Troops Battalion,” said Kim Jin-hui, headmaster of Seokjeon Middle School, to teachers and representatives from 501st SBDE. Kim attributed the success of the English program to efforts of U.S. Soldiers and KATUSA Soldiers from 501st SBDE. “Thanks to your support and variety of programs, our school’s effective English education system has been reported to the Gyeongsangbuk-Do Office of Education as well as the Ministry of Education,” Kim said. “I really enjoy having the opportunity to come out and be with your students and help them learn English and help them learn our culture,” said Lt. Col. James D. Gregory, commander of the 501st SBDE. “It also exposes our Soldiers to your culture.” After the ceremony, participants had the opportunity to join the English classes presented by the Soldiers. Students were divided into groups that each included American and Korean

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(from left) Kim Si-ra, 15, and Kim Song-yi, 15, learn English from Pfc. Candice M, Coles, Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 501st Sustainment Brigade. Augmentation to the United States Army Soldiers who served as instructors. “I’m really flattered to come out and help these students out in English with American Soldiers from our unit,” said Cpl. Kim Ki-yeob, Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 501st SBDE. “I can remember my English class when I used to be a student and it would have been much more fun if I had so many native instructors.” Students were taught how to order food from a fast food restaurant and other useful conversational expressions. “I learned that these Korean students know English very well. I can remember the first time I came here and I knew then I would want to continue coming,” said Spc. Anthony J. Webb, a

mechanic with HHC, 501st SBDE. He also said it was a good opportunity for Soldiers to experience a new culture and a good morale boost for the instructors. The students said they were very enthusiastic about the class. “It’s very fun because we get the chance to speak with a foreigner. I learned a lot of expressions that can be used in real life and I’m no longer afraid to speak English with a foreigner,” said Kim Sung-yi, age 15. The English teachers of Seokjeon Middle school served as observers during the special English class, a change from their normal duties as primary instructors. “Students tell me English classes are much more interesting and fun than in the past and they are very friendly toward the instructors. The involvement of KATUSA Soldiers is very beneficial too because when our students don’t know the meaning of some vocabularies or expressions, the KATUSA Soldiers are able to help our students. It is very efficient,” said Cho Bo-ok, an English teacher at Seokjeon Middle School. Following the class, Soldiers rewarded their students with goodies prepared for this occasion. “This partnership will allow our Soldiers to understand the country they’re serving (in),” said 2nd Lt. Michael R. Pinter, company executive officer and Good Neighbor Program officer, HHC, 501st SBDE. “It’ll give them a chance to see people, to see how they live, and to get an appreciation for their country and their culture.”

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Korean American Partnership Assn. inaugurates Busan chapter at bash Sgt. Jimmy Norris 19th ESC Public Affairs

CAMP HENRY – Servicemembers from U.S. Forces Korea and community leaders from Busan gathered at the Busan Lotte Hotel Nov. 30 to celebrate the establishment of the Busan Chapter of the Korean American Partnership Association, an organization dedicated to maintaining and furthering the ROK/U.S. alliance through community exchange programs. The founding of the Busan chapter marked the first time KAPA, known for sponsoring programs such as the Korean/American Friendship Circle, Korean Home Visitation Program and the annual 8th U.S. Army Band concert in Daegu, has expanded since its foundation in 1973. More than 800 people attended the inaugural ceremony of the Busan KAPA Chapter, which featured dinner, entertainment and door prizes. The evening’s entertainment included a performance by the Busan Metropolitan Police Band, a tae kwon do demonstration and a magic show. Among the attendees were dignitaries such as Busan Metropolitan City Mayor Hur Nam-sik, Brig. Gen. Raymond V. Mason, 19th Sustainment Command (Expeditionary) commanding general and Area IV Support Activity Commander Col. John E. Dumoulin Jr. Mason praised the assembled KAPA membership during his remarks. “You have initiated open discussion, identified key participants and stated your firm desire for the sustainment of Korean/American and international

relations. You have established a KAPA Busan chapter, a fantastic organization filled with strong citizens and leaders of vision and resources. We look forward to working with you, the fine leaders of Busan as we collectively develop these programs and build upon our strong foundation of friendship,” Mason said. “Now you have the opportunity to develop new ideas for partnership and adapt existing programs from implementation here in Busan.” Following his remarks, Mason presented certificates of appreciation on behalf of the 19th ESC to KAPA Busan Chapter members President Bae Song-jin, Vice President Kim Jyong-pyo and Secretary General Roh In-sook. Bae spoke about the importance of maintaining good relations between the Republic of Korea and the United States and how KAPA can help bolster the relationship. “KAPA will promote a dynamic relationship which will reinforce the Korean-American alliance by promoting cultural understanding between the two countries. Through our dialogue, many young Koreans will be encouraged to participate in activities such as teaching Korean language and cuisine, tae kwon do, traditional dancing, visiting Korean historical sites, social outreach, Girl Scout and Boy Scout English camps and volunteer programs.” he said. “Korea and the U.S.A. have traditionally maintained close ties. However, we cannot expect it will last forever due to changes in international circumstances. At this point, we need to eagerly make continuous efforts to secure it.”

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“The recovery of these valiant airmen could well have been lost had it not been for the selfless efforts and humanity of Mr. Kim and his fellow neighbors,” Dansereau said. “With the help of several others, he climbed the mountain and retrieved the remains of our fallen comrades. For his actions, he was tortured by his Japanese captors. But he persevered and when the Americans arrived, he helped repatriate their remains bringing closure to family members who might otherwise never have known the fate of their loved ones.” “It is for this reason that I take this opportunity to extend my sincere gratitude to him, his family members and members of the War Memorial Association for their patient, consistent concern and diligent efforts.” Dansereau went on to say, “This memorial service not only salutes the gallantry of these 11 men. It salutes the gallantry of those around the world who have paid the ultimate sacrifice for freedom and for peace. The central thought I have for you today is the necessity to rededicate ourselves to the spirit of victory and the willingness to sacrifice in order to preserve freedom. Let us not forget the sacrifices of these heroes and the sacrifices of so many others like them.” Dansereau then placed and saluted a wreath sent by USFK for the occasion. This was followed by those in attendance placing single flowers on a table in front of the photographs of the 11 crew members who died. Before the ceremony, it was announced that this would be the final event hosted by Kim, who earlier this year received the USFK Good Neighbor Program’s Lifetime Achievement Award. Kim said, “it is time for the younger generation to accept the role as host,” and that the Namhae Rotary Club, which he founded, will continue the ceremony into the future.

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The Phrase of the W eek : Week

“Do you like swimming?”

Suyung joahamnikka? swimming Vocabulary

do you like

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‘chilbun’

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‘palbun’

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‘gubun’

Situation of the W eek : Swimming Week Is the water cold? Muri Ch’amnikka?

Is it safe for children? Aedurege

anjonhamnikka?

Are there lifeguards on duty? Gujowni issumnikka?

Is it a public swimming pool? Gugi gonggong suyongjang immnikka?

How much is the charge? Yogumun olmamnikka?

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USO invites Korean Students

Gunch’oe suyungjang-i issuminkka?

Is there a swimming pool nearby?

Korean Expression of the W eek Week

Hangange dol dunjigi

Throwing a stone into the Han River.

It won’t make any difference.