The Morning Calm Korea Weekly - February 20, 2009

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February 20, 2009 • Volume 7, Issue 18



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Published for those serving in the Republic of Korea

Military Police clean up MP Hill at Humphreys

5K celebrates ‘Year of the NCO’ at USAG-Yongsan

Yongsan community honors ACS volunteer

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River Crossing 2-9 Infantry conducts joint training By Spc. Christen Best 1HBCT Public Affairs The Soldiers of C Company, 2nd Battalion, 9th Infantry crossed the icy waters of the Yang Pyong Chon River Feb. 5 in a joint training exercise with the Republic of Korea Army’s 26th Mechanized Infantry Division, in which both militaries combined forces to successfully complete the operation. The ROK Army’s K1 A1 Main Battle Tanks, the M 113 Armored Personnel Carriers and the 2-9’s M1 A1 Abrams Tanks forged the river in correlation with each other, only achievable through good communication and great teamwork. “One of the complications in this exercise was the language barrier,” said 2nd Lt. Robert White, the 2nd Platoon leader for C Co., 2-9. “We utilized our KATUSAs to help with the issue, and some of the ROK officers spoke English, – See RIVER Page 14 –

A ROK soldiers’ armored vehicle rises from the icy waters of the Yang Pyong Chon River, Feb. 5, during a joint forces training exercise with 2nd Battalion, 9th Infantry. To view other photographs from this event or download high resolution copies of this week’s Morning Calm photographs, visit www.flickr.com/imcomkorea — U.S. Army photo by Spc. Christen Best

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Garrisons get heart healthy: Yongsan, Humphreys to host fun walk/run for heart health; Casey, Walker hold screenings By Marianne Campano 65th Medical Brigade To get on the road to fitness or stay on that road, join the 5k fun walk/run on Feb. 28 at Collier Field House, USAG-Yongsan sponsored by 65th Medical Brigade, Force Health Protection and Preventive Medicine and Delta Sigma Theta Sorority and MWR. Registration is from 8:30 - 9:30 a.m., and the fun walk/run begins at 9:30 a.m. USAGHumphreys is also hosting a 5k run and 1 mile walk starting at 9 a.m., with registration starting at 8 a.m. at their Super Gym. Free t-shirts will be given to all participants. Wear red to increase awareness about heart health. Road vest required. USAG-Casey will hold

free blood pressure, fasting cholesterol tests and heart disease risk factor screenings on Feb. 24 at the Food Court from 11a.m.-2 p.m. and Camp Walker will host the same screenings on Feb. 26 at the PX from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Six in ten adults don’t exercise regularly, and another two in ten are barely active. But you don’t have to be part of those groups. If you don’t think you have time to be active, you might be surprised to learn that fitting exercise into your busy schedule is easier than you think. To promote and maintain health the American College of Sports Medicine and the American Heart Association recommend that all healthy adults aged 18

to 65 years need moderate-intensity physical activity for a minimum of thirty minutes on five days each week, or a minimum of twenty minutes on three days each week. So what is moderate physical activity? These are activities that get your heart pumping and your body moving. Examples of this include walking briskly, hiking gardening and yard work, dancing, bicycling and weight training workouts. With just 30 minutes a day, you’ll experience many benefits including a healthier heart, more energy, feeling happier and more confident, less stress, weight control, better sleep, healthier cholesterol, blood pressure and blood sugar levels and stronger bones, muscles and joints.

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How to perfect the Army Physical Fitness Test By Randy Behr USAG-Red Cloud Director-Sports, Fitness and Aquatics For those interested in perfecting the Army Physical Fitness Test, it is fitting to talk about what can be done to see positive fitness results. First, consult a physician if one has a concern about their health. Once this is complete, he or she is now ready to move on to the next step. Second, set a goal for the APFT. More specifically, set a short, medium and long term goal. An example of a short term goal would be ‘what I want to accomplish this week.’ A medium range goal could be approximately a month from the starting date, while the long term would be the actual test. By breaking the goals into smaller increments it will seem more manageable. Also, keep in mind, all goals must be achievable and realistic. It does not do any good to write down an unrealistic goal. When one writes down the final goal he or she must count the days backwards from the test date to the present day. This will allow for the most favorable results. Don’t deviate. For example, if your goal for the push-ups is 100 and initially started at 50 and finished with 90 on test day most likely this could have been foreseen in one’s training much sooner. This training is a a process of breaking up your workout into smaller cycles (micro, meso, etc), varied intensities, volume, frequency, duration, to ‘peak’ for the right time. Once the goals have been written down, (where one can visually see them daily), the next step is to implement the plan. How many days per week to work out: two times per week, three times per week or maybe a split routine of four days per week and so on? Find a schedule that fits your lifestyle and stick to it. be sure not to miss workouts. Resistance training is always beneficial. Lifts for the entire body are recommended with specific attention to the following muscle groups to achieve optimum results for pushups; the chest, rotator cuff, triceps, deltoids,

rhomboids, back, and often neglected, the core. For the average Soldier the core muscles will tire and the back and hips will drop, commonly referred to as the ‘sway’ back. More importantly, in addition to resistance training, push-ups also must be performed. Do not do push-ups daily because this will be counterproductive. On a technical aspect, the fingertips and thumb should be spread wide apart to produce more surface area, which ultimately will allow for more power and produce more push-ups. They must be performed at many different angles and positions to strengthen all of the muscles used during the evolution. Also, different types of push-ups such as wide, close, diamond, polymeric, medicine ball, incline, physioball, decline, isometric, partial, fast, slow, and one of my favorites, the clock push-up. Clock push-ups consist of the person assuming a shoulder width hand position, left hand stationary, while the right hand moves clockwise in an arc motion from one o‘clock, two, three, four, five and a six o’clock position. At each clock position, perform the prescribed amount of repetitions, and then move right hand to next position. Next, move on to the opposite hand and repeat the motion. This exercise works the entire shoulder, chest and back regions. Same thing is true for the curl-ups. Don’t perform a full curl-up every day. In fact, only perform a full curl-up once per week. In my opinion, ‘crunches’ should only be worked two to four times per week if pushed to exhaustion levels. In fact, crunches are not the most effective exercise to improve core strength. Furthermore, stomach muscles need rest too and one should vary the exercises. Use different variations and equipment such as medicine balls, physioballs, upper and lower abs, rotational, cables, etc. In addition, most people do not realize hip flexors on the average individual will

exhaust prior to the abdominal muscles. Therefore, exercises involving strengthening and quickening these muscles are beneficial. Exercises such as high knees, adductor and abductor work and dynamic running drills. The last activity is the run, and many times the most difficult. To achieve optimal results, one must initially create a ‘base,’ which means a general conditioning level. This is true for many reasons. First, to strengthen the connective tissues and second, the ‘base’ will allow the individual to be able to speed train properly at the correct intensities without a high risk of injury. Speed training is essential to improving one’s time in a 2-mile race. Speed training comes in many different forms such as interval, in/outs, Fartlek, Speed Endurance workouts and repeats, to name a few. For a beginner speed training should occur one to two times per week. A more advanced runner may only want to run one per week. As a general rule two consecutive ‘hard’ runs shouldn’t be attempted. One to two per week is probably the optimal. Always follow up a hard intensity day with a lower intensity or a ‘slow over distance’ run. After the plan is set, it is time to get down to business. This will require motivation and sacrifice. In order to achieve the ultimate goal one will have to dedicate himself or herself to the plan. This will undoubtedly cause one to miss out on things others may be doing because they are not as motivated. Accept this and use it as motivation. If anyone needs more information, please call 732-6276 or e-mail randy.behr@korea. army.mil In closing, remember to include adequate warm-ups prior to taking the APFT even though the activities are for brief times. Warm-ups will pay dividends. Remember, in order to achieve a goal one must sacrifice and omit what doesn’t allow you to achieve that goal!

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MP Blotter The following entries were excerpted from the military police blotters. These entries may be incomplete and do not imply guilt or innocence. AREA I: Traffic Accident Without Injury; Damage to Government; Subject #1, operating a GOV with Witness #1 as a passenger, while attempting to make a u-turn, rolled off of the roadway’s shoulder and dropped approximately 5 feet rolling over onto its roof adjacent to FP #180, Rodriguez Range. Damages to Subject #1’s vehicle consisted of a cracked front right fender and wheel well and scrapes to the roof. KNP were not notified due to jurisdiction. MP found Subject #1 at fault and titled him with traffic accident resulting in damage to government property. All parties reported utilization of their seatbelts. ECOD is unknown. AREA I: Traffic Accident Without Injury; Damage to Government; Damage to Property; Subject #1, operating a POV, failed to clear the distance and struck Victim #1’s GOV. Damages to Subject #1’s vehicle consisted of scratches to the right front bumper. Damages to Victim #1’s vehicle consisted of scratches to the right rear quarter panel. KNP were notified and titled Subject #1 with KRTL ART #19, PARA #1 (Failure to Maintain a Safe Distance). MP concurred with KNP. All parties reported utilization of their seatbelts. ECOD is unknown. This is a final report. AREA II: Traffic Accident With Injuries; Failure to Yield the Right of Way to a Pedestrian; Subject #1, operating a GOV with Witness #1 as a passenger, struck Victim #1 at the protected location. Victim #1 was transported by an unknown ambulance to Soon Cheon Hyang Uuniversity Hospital where Victim #1 was treated for a broken right leg. Subject #1 reported to the Yongsan KNP Station where he rendered a written statement admitting to the offenses. Subject #1 was charged by KNP under KRTL ART #48 (Obligation for Safe Driving) and Special Act #3-1 (Traffic Accident Resulting in Injury). Subject #1 was released into MP Custody on a CJ Form 2. Subject #1 was further processed and released to his unit. Subject #1 and Witness #1 reported utilization of their seatbelts and no injuries. ECOD is unknown. This is a final report. AREA III: Disrespect Towards Superior Commissioned Officer; Disrespect Towards to a Non-Commissioned Officer; Failure to Go to Appointed Place of Duty; Disobey; Investigation revealed Subject #1 told Victim #1 that he was not going to report to work or present a military appearance. On 09 FEB 09 and 10 FEB 09, Subject #1 failed to report to the unit’s formations. Subject #1 was apprehended by MP and transported to the USAG-Humphreys PMO where he was advised of his legal rights, which he invoked. Subject #1 was processed and released to his unit. This is a final report. AREA III: Larceny of Private Property; Person(s) unknown, by means unknown, removed Victim #1‘s laptop, which was secured and unattended. Person(s) unknown then fled the scene in an unknown direction. A search of the area for subject(s) and/or witness(es) met with negative results. Victim #1 rendered a written statement attesting to the incident. ECOL is unknown. This is a final report. AREA IV: Traffic Accident without Injuries; Obligation for Safe Operation; Subject #1, operating a GOV, struck a canopy at Gate #4. Damages to Subject #1’s vehicle consisted of a scratch and a dent to the top of the roof. Damages to the canopy consisted of top of the canopy tent being bent and torn. Subject #1 rendered a written Korean statement admitting to the offense. Subject #1 reported utilization of his seatbelt and was released on his own recognizance. ECOD is unknown. This is a final report.

Stoic guards and officials march to the palace gate with colorful robes and traditional flags flowing in the wind. Another day begins for the reenactors of Gyeongbok Palace in central Seoul. To view more photos from this event and others featured in the Morning Calm online, visit the IMCCOM-K Flickr site at www.flickr.com/imcomkorea — U.S. Army Photo by Edward Johnson

SIGHTS AND SOUNDS: Off-post events and activities Jisan Forest Resort Jisan Forest Resort is located in Icheon city, Gyeonggi-do province, near the Incheon Airport. All slopes are available for snowboarders, and the moving staircases will help children and beginners move more easily. In addition, the 6-seat chair lift is equipped with a heating system. Although the slopes are not that big, this resort is loved by many people because of its convenient facilities and close proximity to Seoul. Jisan Resort does not suffer from overcrowding, and so visitors here can enjoy skiing without experiencing long waits at the lifts. Facilities at Jisan Resort are very reasonably priced. In terms of accommodation facilities, condos range from 85,000won to 195,000 won (condo prices differ by the weekend, the weekday and the season), and restaurants and supermarkets are also available. Jisan Resort also operates a free shuttle bus from Seoul. Also available are a Snow park for kids, playground for infants, ski shop, campsite, cycling course, basketball court, soccer field, putting course, and golf practice range. Visit www.jisanresort. co.kr or www.tour2korea.com Hot Springs Bugok Hot Springs, located at the foot of Mt. Deokamsan, Gyeongsangnam-do is one of the best hot springs in South Korea ‘Bugok’ was named according to the iron pot shape of the land. The temperature of the water is 78°c, and contains sulfur and more than 20 kinds of inorganic matters such as silicon, chlorine, calcium and iron. As a multi-complex resort, Bugok Hot Spring Tourist Special Complex covers various facilities other than the large spa, such as the grand performance hall,

outdoor and indoor swimming pools, zoo, botanical garden, five tourist hotels, 23 accommodation and 21 shopping centers. It is a suitable place for short family trips where you can relax your tired body at the hot spring, and rest at the accommodation and recreation facilities in the complex. Visit www. seorakwaterpia.com or www.tour2korea.com for more information. Angel and the Woodcutter (Thru Feb. 22) A heartbreaking Korean theatre show with a powerful message, this performance tells the story of how Koreans believe that a long time ago, angels came down from the heavens to bathe. Cho-In Theatre takes the beloved tale of an angel who falls in love with a woodcutter, and in a striking new version sets it amidst a terrible war, where the angel must sacrifice everything for her family. Cho-In Theatre tells this story entirely without words, using puppets, exquisite choreography and traditional music, to give a unique insight into Korea’s rich history and culture. Performances are scheduled for: Tuesday-Fridays, 7.30 p.m.; Saturdays, 6 p.m. and Sundays, 3 p.m. at Arreum Daun Theater, Daehangno, Seoul (Hyehwa subway station, exit 4, line 4). For more information, visit www.tour2korea.com Goseong Sea Fest (Thru Feb. 22) The Pollack Festival is held each February in to celebrate the local fish specialty of Goseong-gun in Gangwon-do Province to ensure a good haul and community. Visit www.tour2korea.com Ice Skating (Around Seoul) Ice-skating is a special winter activity. Lotte World’s indoor facilities offer year round ice skating fun, but to ice skate in true classic style, head to one of these outdoors facilities and enjoy great views,

great music and great fun. Seoul Plaza Ice Skating Rink, Jung-gu, Seoul, Outside rink, located in front of the Seoul City Hall; Walkerhill Ice Skating Rink, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul; Olympic Park Ice Skating Rink, Songpa-gu, Seoul; Grand Hyatt Ice Skating Rink, Yongsan, Seoul; World Cup Park Ice Skating Rink, Songpa-gu, Seoul, outdoor ice skating rink and snow sledding field; Lotte World Indoor Ice Skating Rink, Songpa-gu, Seoul, located inside the Lotte World Theme Park; Bundang Olympic Ice Skating Rink, Seongnam city, Gyeonggi Province; Korea University Ice Skating Rink, Seongbuk, Seoul, Indoor international ice skating rink located inside the university. Visit www.tour2korea for more information on these venues. Snow Sledding Many sledding facilities have separate slopes for children and adults, some have tube sleds for children and extra-large sized sleds for two or more people, as well as the traditional plastic sleds. Korean Children’s Center Snow Sledding Field, Gwangjin, Seoul, Includes other entertainment facilities, exhibitions, and convenience facilities; Korean Folk Village Snow Sledding Field, Yongin city, Gyeonggi province, enjoy snow sledding and learn about Korean traditional culture at the Korean Folk Village; Seoul Land Snow, Gwacheon city, Gyeonggi; Everland Snow Buster, Yongin city, Gyeonggi province; Taereung Snow Sledding Field, Nowon, Seoul; Yongin Hanwha Snow Sledding Field, Yongin City, Gyeonggi province, located inside the ski resort; Yangpyeong Hanwha Snow Sledding Field, Yangpyeong, Gyeonggi province, located inside the Yangpyeong Resort, skiing also available. Visit www.tour2korea.com for detailed information on these venues.

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Lessons of the ages

Buffalo Soldiers of the American Southwest By Col. Wes Martin

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ithout proper attention, history becomes the recording of selective memory rather than documentation of complete facts. Such was the fate of the deeds and contributions of the Buffalo Soldiers of the American Southwest. Unfortunately, many generations of all races were denied the opportunity to understand and appreciate these great warrior History is now repairing itself. As if the desert wind is blowing a hundred years of sand off their legacy, the story of the Buffalo Soldiers is finally being unearthed. Following the Civil War, Congress authorized the establishment of two cavalry and four infantry regiments composed of black American enlisted Soldiers. The two

horse Soldier regiments were designated the Ninth and Tenth Cavalry, commanded by Colonels Edward Hatch and Benjamin Grierson respectively. Both officers were extremely capable, and both were also unburdened with the personal trait that was predominant on the western frontier: neither was a racist. The Ninth was initially offered not to Hatch, but to the Army’s most famous cavalry officer. But George Custer refused the position, claiming that black Soldiers were inferior fighters. Because of Custer's attitude, the Soldiers of the Ninth Cavalry were much better off than their counterparts in the Seventh. Unlike Custer, Hatch was not abusive to his Soldiers. Also, unlike Custer, Hatch did not wage war on sleeping – See BUFFALO SOLDIERS, Page 18 –

This Week’s Profile in Service:

2009: Year of the NCO Name: Ronald R.C. Helm Rank: Staff Sgt. Organization: B Company 602D Aviation Support Battalion Brief Job Description: Shops Platoon Sergeant in the only AVIM Company on the Korean Peninsula. Responsible for the health, welfare, morale, and training of 50 Soldiers. Responsible and accountable for more than 22 million dollars of equipment. Time in Service: 13 years, 5 months Recent Accomplishments: Served as a Serial Commander for Operation Polar Tiger, organized a fundraiser and Christmas trip to a local orphanage raising sufficient funds to provide presents for 75 children and seven DVD players, served as the Battalion Staff Sgt. Ronald R.C. Helm Master Rider, and successfully trained 75 Soldiers as the Range NCOIC for a Small Arms Range. What makes an effective NCO? An effective NCO is one who can get Soldiers to work for him because they want to not because they have to. This requires respect from both the Soldier and the NCO. It requires that the Soldier respect the NCO not solely for the position he holds, but also for the person and leader he is. Also, an effective NCO is able to get Soldiers to do the right thing without being told. This involves teaching Soldiers to live by the spirit of the law as opposed to simply the letter of the law. Although there are many leadership styles, the NCO must have a Soldiers-always mentality in order to be an effective leader. To feature an NCO from your organization in the Morning Calm, send a photo, brief description and supervisor endorsement to [email protected] or call 724-3366 for details.

Yongsan resident accepted to West Point Class of 2013 Cadet Conor Wilson of USAG-Yongsan shows off his West Point appointment in front of the historic Chapel at Marion Military Institute. Wilson, son of Daniel and Una Wilson of the USAG-Yongsan community, has been awarded an offer of admission to the U.S. Military Academy at West Point. He currently attends Marion Military Institute as part of the college’s Service Academy Prep program. View this photo and others from the Morning Calm at www.flickr.com/imcomkorea.com — Photo courtesy of Marion Military Institute

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(from left to right) Staff Sgt. Richard Pierce, 17th Ordinance, serves as a safety supervisor for Staff Sgt. Timothy Robinson, 52nd Ordinance, while Sgt. James Walker and Staff Sgt. Kalimah Shabazz, 538th Ordinance, pulls security during HEAT training. Additional photos from this event are available online at www.flickr.com/imcomkorea.— U.S. Army photo by Spc. Jamal Walker

Warrior Country Soldiers go south for HEAT By Pfc. Jamal Walker USAG-RC Public Affairs H U M P H R EY S G A R R I S O N — Noncommissioned officers throughout the peninsula gathered Thursday at USAGHumphreys to conduct training certification on the High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle Egress Assistance Trainer. The HEAT training class was designed for the NCOs to acquire certification on the HEAT device, enabling them to train more Soldiers on the simulator. The simulator is a modified M1114-up armored vehicle with the capabilities of being rotated and spun around on demand using a joystick. The purpose of HEAT is to learn how to react from a rollover and the proper way to get out of a vehicle in the event an uparmored or any vehicle is turned on its side or upside down. A rollover is when a vehicle

is tipped over due to the path of travel or some kind of negligence. The class began with a class where the six NCOs where briefed on what to expect in the HEAT simulator. This was followed by a short test to find how much they retained during the class. The instructors followed the test with a demonstration of the four drills and the jobs each had to do in order to be certified to teach the course. The first of the four run battle drills consisted of a four man crew entering the simulated M1114 up-armored vehicle and being turned over 25 and 30 degrees to get familiar with a rollover. Run battle drill two had the crew turned in a rollover of 180 and 360 degrees, followed by run battle drill three where the crew was turned 180 degrees then forced to get out of the vehicle while upside down. “It was different, we (the crew) were

forced to communicate because we were all fighting to get out of the vehicle,” said Staff Sgt. Lakisha Session, training NCO, 52nd Ordinance, during the after action report following battle run drill four. Battle run drill four had the crew simulating a rollover in water. The uparmored vehicle was turned 90 degrees and the entire crew had to get out through one exit point, the gunners hatch, versus battle run drill three where the NCOs could exit out of their respective doors. Staff Sgt. Paula Nahler, master driver, 25th Ordinance, said the opportunity to have hands on training prepared us for the drill, and the way we turned through each position, helped in case some of us sat in the back or in the driver’s seat. “It is important to know everyone’s position despite your rank and title; every Soldier needs to know what the other is

going to do and be familiar with their job,” added Staff Sgt. Kalimah Shabazz, 538 Ordinance operations NCO in charge. Once the NCOs became qualified, they discussed among themselves how they were going to run the HEAT simulator with their Soldiers and what points they were going to emphasize to the class. “We will train in a classroom to be aware of what could happen in a rollover, on the squad level, and after I feel they are aware of all the safety hazards, and are familiar with the training; in the actual simulator,” said Staff Sgt. Richard Pierce, master driver, 17th Ordinance. The HEAT class was the first such class on the peninsula and was applauded by every NCO. The course can be taken not only on USAG-Humphreys, but Camp Carroll and USAG-Casey. “It was awesome,” Shabazz said

Ceremony honors 46 Area I KATUSA soldiers on Red Cloud Garrison Lt. Col. Park Kwang Chul (center), 2nd Infantry Division Republic of Korea Army Staff Government commander, delivers a congratulatory address to soldiers being honorably discharged in USAG-Red Cloud Chapel Feb. 1. A large number of U.S. Soldiers and ROKA soldiers attended to honor their comrades. — U.S. Army photo by Pvt. Kim, Tae Hoon

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News & Notes New! Mitchell’s Sunday Brunch Mitchell’s will offer Sunday Brunch from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Sunday. No reservations are required. For more information call: 732-8189/8211. 2009 Eighth Army BATAAN Road March Registration for the 2009 BATAAN Road March will be from 7-8:15 a.m. Feb. 21 in the Carey Fitness Center USAG-Casey. Race will begin 8:45 a.m. The event is open to active duty military personnel assigned to the 8th Army with a DEROS no sooner than April 4, 2009. For more information call: 725-5064. New Osan Bus Schedule The bus schedule has changed to reflect the actual ridership. Main changes are: 11:30 p.m. bus routes for Friday, Saturday and U.S. holidays are eleminated. Osan Express will run twice daily from 9 a.m. leaving Casey arriving Red Cloud 9:40 a.m. and Osan at noon, 11 a.m. Casey 11:40 a.m. Red Cloud, 2 p.m. at Osan. Leaves Osan 3:30 p.m. to Red Cloud 4:20 p.m. and Casey 5:10 p.m. Leaves Osan 6:30 p.m. to Red Cloud 7:20 p.m. and Casey 8:10 p.m. For more information call: 738-3380. Suicide Prevention Hotline 2nd Infantry Division Suicide Prevention Hotline is open 24 hours. The DSN is: 7326637. The Military One Source number: 800-342-9647. Ash Wednesday Services Ash Wednesday Services will be held Feb. 25 11:45 a.m. Camp Hovey, 11:45 a.m. Camp Stanley, 11:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. USAG-Red Cloud, 7 p.m. USAG-Casey. For more information call: 732-8854. Spouses Orientation Program Dates The Spouses Orientation Program schedule dates are Feb. 24 for USAG-Casey, Attendace is mandatory. For more information call: 732-7779. Suicide Prevention Class There will be a mandatory Suicide Prevention Class held in the Red Cloud Theater Feb. 25 from 1 to 2 p.m. and Casey Digital Conference Center Feb. 26 from 1 to 2 p.m. All assigned U.S. military and U.S. DA Civilians are required to attend and spouses are encouraged to attend. For more information call: 732-9103. EEO/POSH Training Schedule EEO/POSH refresher training will be held in the FMWR classroom March 9 on USAG-Red Cloud and in the Digital Conference Center on USAG-Casey March 25. These courses are mandatory for all Dept. of the Army employees. For more information call: 732-6273. 2009 Texas Hold’em Championship The 2009 Texas Hold’em Championship tournament will be held March 7 in Mitchell’s Sports Grill on USAG-RC. For more information call: 732-9187. Mardi Gras 2009 Mardi Gras 2009 will be held in USAGCasey’s Gateway Park Feb. 21 beginning at noon. It will feature many events including: Cajun cook-off at the Gateway Club, Mardi Gras Parade on USASG-Casey Main Blvd. at 3 p.m., Children’s Raging Cajun Carnival with children’s games, face painting and a magic show. Evening events for adults begin at 6. p.m. For more information call: 732-7292.

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Gyeong-Gi Province honors Soldier volunteer By Jim Cunningham USAG-RC Public Affairs

UIJEONGBU — Employees of the provincial government of Gyeong-Gi gathered in a conference room in their building in downtown Uijeongbu Feb. 12 to honor and give appreciation to their volunteer English teacher Spc. Dan Merwin. Merwin volunteered to teach more than 20 students every Thursday evening in order to improve their English conversation as well as reading and writing skills. “They are giving me an appreciation plaque for volunteering to teach English,” Merwin said. “Korea is a part of me, though I did not know it at first when I came to this country. All I knew was it was in my blood. My mother is Korean and my father is American.” Merwin believes he has learned as much about Korea as his students have learned about English. “Teaching English is a great opportunity for these folks to learn, not only English conversation, but English customs; in this case, American customs,” Merwin said. “I teach more than just English, American slang and humor as well. The students are from 30 to 50 years of age and appreciate learning.” Because Merwin is a member of the 2nd Infantry Division Band, he promised he would bring his instrument, a snare drum, to class and play for them. This occasion being his last chance to do so, prompted more students to show for class than normally would attend. “The tune I will play for them tonight is

called ‘and the kitchen sink,’ it is called that because it features everything a drummer can do,” Merwin said. “I will play all this on a snare drum, and I will probably improvise the second tune because I forgot my music.” After Merwin leaves, the class will not lose pace. In the words of the employees team leader, “an old English proverb says ‘a rolling stone gathers no moss,’ so we must continue our class without interruption.” Merwin’s replacement is Spc. Elliott Chodkowski, a pianist with the 2ID Band. “I have known Dan for more than a year now,” Chodkowski said. “We trained together and we both came to Korea. We have something in common, both being half Korean.” Chodkowski is no stranger to teaching English. He taught creative writing to community college students. “I have experience teaching adults how to write short stories and poetry, so teaching adults will not be new to me,” Chodkowski said. “I am eager to find those who sit in the back of the class and bring them to the front so they can participate. I want them to take part in skits and short small group projects.” Chodkowski will not throw his new class into the fire at first. He plans to start slowly and have the class introduce themselves in English with ‘getting to know you’ activities. “Each class should have a topic such as going to a restaurant and how to order food,” Chodkowski said. “How to interact with family members is another way to start learning conversation, and I like to have

Spc. Dan Merwin, volunteer honoree and member of the 2ID Band, plays a farewell solo on his field snare drum titled “And the kitchen sink” during his farewell address and ceremony in the offices of the Gyeong-Gi Province Feb. 12. — U.S. Army photo by Jim Cunningham projects where the class writes something, like a simple story.” Chodkowski plans to take the class on monthly excursions: movies in English or a restaurant featuring American dishes. “After all, there are a few Outback restaurants around, and who knows, maybe I can take the class on post for a night,” Chodkowski said.

Area I Personnel learn about post access By Pfc. Jamal A. Walker USAG-RC Public Affairs R E D C LO U D g A R R I S O N — Representatives from Family, Morale, Welfare and Recreation, Directorate of Logistics, Directorate of Emergency Services, the 17th Ordinance Company and G9 employees came to the USAG-RC Education Center Feb. 11 to learn more about the installations access control policies and procedures. The main focus of the class was to instruct personnel how to apply for passes to get on the installation and vehicle decals. The class also notified personnel about the changes made in a few areas for requesting a pass. For example, there will no longer be guest passes because guest passes are now considered as good neighbor passes. The steps one must take to apply for an installation pass are different than in the past, but they can be reviewed in United States Forces Korea Form 82 E, and USFK regulations Form 190-7 and 190-1; revised as of Oct. 1, 2008. The form, which governs the application for registering vehicles decals can be found in USFK Form 195EK-E, published July 31, 2008. Background checks, authorized for some passes, were discussed in the class as well.

There are three types of background checks conducted by the Korean NPA and the United States Embassy-Korea. “We have a new system, which is giving out passes in a timelier manner even if the applicant’s background check is not finished. Because, in some cases, a background check can take as long as 60 days,” said Anthony Iafelice, USAG-RC access control officer. “However,” Iafelice added, “if something negative does come up in the background check, the plan of action is up to the approving command for the pass, and in some cases, the pass can be revoked, restricted, or just ignored depending on the severity of the negative comment.” The approval process will be the same for parties requesting either a vehicle decal or an installation pass. The approving authority is either, Richard Davis, USAG-RC deputy garrison commander, Lt. Col Donald Meisler, USAG-Casey garrison commander, or Col. Larry ‘Pepper’ Jackson, USAG- Red Cloud commander. Before ending the class, Iafelice concluded with some helpful hints on how to speed up the application process for passes and decals while explaining common errors he finds while reviewing the applications. “It really is attention to detail, explain very clearly why you need the pass and make

sure everything is filled out,” said Iafelice. “Most passes are sent back to the requestor because of some simple mistake. These errors can be avoided,”

Anthony Iafelice, USAG-RC access control officer, teaches a classroom full of students from FMWR, DOL, DES, and 17th Ordinance Company along with G9 employees during a class about post access control Feb. 11. — U.S. Army photo by Spc. Jamal Walker

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Families fete Valentine’s Day at Gateway Club By Jim Cunningham USAG-RC Public Affairs CASEY GARRISON — More than 200 Soldiers, Civilians and Family members gathered in the Gateway club on USAGCasey the evening of Feb. 14 to celebrate Valentine’s Day. The party was sponsored by the Casey Community Activities Center and supported by the Gateway Club. The celebration included prize drawings, a karaoke competition, and prizes for the best dressed couple, and giveaways. “We wanted to do a Family oriented event for Valentine’s Day this year,” said Sally Hall, USAG-Casey CAC manager. “All our programs are for Soldiers and since we have more Soldiers with Families now, we wanted a Family Valentine’s Day.” Planning for the event began more than a month ago with a decision to make it a

partnered event with the Gateway Club providing the food and space. “At first we were worried because this event was planned during a long holiday weekend,” Hall said. “We were keeping our fingers crossed because we knew many Soldiers and their Families may have made other plans.” Best dressed couple award winners Cpl. Dustin Grissom and his wife Stormy dressed for success in that category before coming to the Gateway. “We purposefully dressed to win the ‘best dressed couple’ award tonight,” Stormy said. “I had a different dress picked out, but my husband suggested I wear this one and we got lucky.” “Before we came to the party, we knew we were happy with each other,” Grissom said. “This is a wonderful event and were glad to see so many people there.”

Cpl. Dustin Grissom and his wife, Stormy, coo together whispering sweet nothings just before winning the “Best Dressed Couple” awards during the Valentine’s Day celebration in the Gateway Club on USAG-Casey Feb. 14. Additional photos from this event are available online at www.flickr.com/imcomkorea.— U.S. Army photo by Jim Cunningham

Patrick Rautert (left), stares down his opponent, Justin Uno (right), in the championship match of the wrestling tournament held at the USAG-Red Cloud Fitness Center, Feb. 14. Rautert went undefeated during the tournament to win first place followed by Uno and Ryan Wilson in third. — U.S. Army photo by Spc. Jamal Walker

Soldiers wrestle in Valentine’s Day smackdown By Pfc. Jamal Walker USAG-RC Public Affairs

RED CLOUD GARRISON —Soldiers came to watch and participate in a wrestling tournament held at the USAG- Red Cloud Fitness Center Feb. 14. The tournament kicked off at 10 a.m. with a weigh in followed by a safety briefing. The matches began at 1:30 p.m. The tournament consisted of four double-elimination matches, each match consisting of three 2- minute periods. The wrestler with the most points at the end of the period won the period and the wrestler that wins two out of the three periods wins the match.

The first match was Ryan Wilson, against Patrick Rautert, where Rautert continued on and defeated Justin Uno. Rautert, who had clinched a spot in the championship fight, was then able to have a resting period while Uno wrestled against Wilson in the deciding match of who will face Rautert in the final championship match. Wilson came out strong very early during the match, but was unable to defeat Uno, who defeated Wilson during the first two periods. As soon as Stacy Sparks began the match, the two Soldiers went after each other immediately. Rautert won the first period 2-0 but Uno, who weighed in as the lightest wrestler of the event, came back and

defeated Rautert in the second period 3-2. With the Championship on the line and the score even, the final period was the highlight of the event. Uno put Rautert in a commanding hold, yet Rautert managed to escape and receive the first point of the period and score ahead of Uno. “He slipped up a little right there and I capitalized on his mistake,” Rautert said. “I didn’t come here to win a trophy, I just love to wrestle, who has been wrestling since junior high school.” Rautert took the lead and never gave it back as he won the final match 3-0 for first place. “Uno was a tough opponent; he deserved a rematch because he wrestled very well

against Wilson and me,” Rautert said. “I just started pushing a little harder because it really is mostly will power in the end,” Rautert added, explaining what was going in his head during the third period of the championship match. Uno was designated as the runner up and Wilson was rewarded with 3. Michael Gossett, who was in a higher weight class, received 1 as well since no one showed up to wrestle against him. Although he won by technicality, Gossett said he is looking forward to the next tournament in May. For more information about coming wrestling events, read the Morning Calm Weekly Newspaper.

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Yongsan spouses to get preference By David McNally USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs

Yongsan Family Members Haeyong Demcko (left) and Yongah Outten work at the U.S. Army Garrison-Yongsan Civilian Personnel Advisory Center Feb. 13. The Garrison is working to expand employment opportunities for spouses. — U.S. Army photo by David McNally

YONGSAN GARRISON — Military Spouses and Family Members will soon find it easier to get a Yongsan job. The Garrison is going to be part of a pilot program to help military spouses maintain government employment. Ken Stark, U.S. Army Garrison-Yongsan Civilian Personnel Advisory Center director said help is on the way. “Military spouses who are immediately appointable to a competitive service position in the continental United States exercise their preference through registration in the Priority Placement Program,” Stark said. “Until now, the program did not apply to overseas areas. However, we will soon be participating in a pilot program for registering our military spouses in the PPP.” Stark said this will result in an increase in the number of military Family Members getting hired here in Korea. “Spouse preference applies when management wants to fill a position from a competitive list of applicants,” he said.

SAHS students send Valentine’s wishes By Spc. Jason C. Adolphson USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs YONGSAN GARRISON — The Seoul American High School 9th Grade Honors Class presented Valentine’s Day cards and candies to representatives of two Yongsan military units Feb. 13. The students want to show their appreciation for the “outstanding dedication” Servicemembers display on the daily basis, they said. Although the class wanted to share their Valentine’s wishes with all Servicemembers, it was the U.S. Air Force’s 607th Weather Squadron and the United Nations Command Honor Guard that were selected for the presentation. “We’d definitely like to thank you very much,” said Master Sgt. Richard Webber, 607th Weather Squadron. “We also got Christmas cards sent from the states and they we’re very touching. It’s also nice to see the appreciation coming from here too.” The majority of the gifts were in boxes, but some students voiced a personal “thank you” and handed their personally made cards to the troops. Some students were modest about their attributions. One particular card was signed - A student who cares about the cause. “This is touching on behalf of all Servicemembers said Maj. Ryan Samuelson, U.S. Forces Korea. “I remember getting letters from people at organizations when I was in Iraq and sometimes it’s the little things that get us through.” Francine Imrie and Sabrina Benavides, SAHS 9th Grade honors teachers share that sentiment as coordinators of the project. Imrie said the weather is also a factor. “It’s been really crummy, so when you can’t get out much and you feel like there’s not a lot to do you get kind of homesick this time of year,” she said. “I’ve read statistics about young people and Soldiers committing suicide and I wanted to do something here because I know it happens here, too,” Imrie continued, “Plus, I wanted my students to give back to the community and think of others.”

The Seoul American High School 9th Grade Honors Class presents Valentine’s Day cards and candies to Servicemembers Feb. 13. — U.S. Army photos by Spc. Jason C. Adolphson. For more photos online, visit http://flickr.com/usag-yongsan.

“This is touching on behalf of all Servicemembers.” Maj. Ryan Samuelson U.S. Forces Korea

Students personally thanked Servicemembers with gifts and cards Feb. 13.

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Yongsan noncommissioned officers lead the way in 5K fun run

USO Parking Lot Closure The USO Camp Kim parking lot will be closed all day Monday, Feb. 23 due to construction. Any vehicles in the parking lot first thing that morning will be towed at the owner’s expense. For information, call 724-7781.

By Spc. Jason C. Adolphson USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs

USFK FRG Meeting A Family Readiness Group meeting is scheduled for 10:30-11:30 a.m. Feb. 24 at Balboni Theater. Learn about NEO and how to fill out your packet. Listen to a short briefing about suicide prevention and hear from the Special Troops Battalion commander. Families from all services are welcome. For information, call 02-6355-4143. Go Bowling Day Bowl three games and only pay for two games. Get one game free 4-9 p.m. Feb. 25. at Yongsan Lanes. For information, call 723-7830. Appreciation Night The Main Post Club is having Korean employee KATUSA and ROK Soldier Appreciation Night Feb. 26. There will be free snacks and T-shirts while supplies last. For information, call 723-5678.

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USAG-Yongsan Command Sgt. Maj. Ralph Rusch crosses the 5K fun run finish line. — U.S. Army photo by Spc. Jason C. Adolphson

Family Readiness Group Workshop ACS - Mobilization and Deployment Program Do you want to learn how to communicate your FRG message to your Soldiers and Families? Then join us 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Feb. 26 Building 4106, Room 118 for our next FRG Workshop. It is open to everyone, Commanders, Volunteers, FRG Leaders and FRSAs. For information, call 738-7510.

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YONGSAN GARRISON — Hundreds of runners turned out to celebrate the Year of the Noncommissioned Officer at a Yongsan 5K fun run Saturday. USAG-Yongsan Command Sgt. Maj. Ralph Rusch ran with his dogs. “This is a great way to honor the accomplishments of Army NCOs,” he said. “We have many more Yongsan events planned throughout the year to highlight the great work done by NCOs.” Seoul American Middle School student Michael Neaverth Jr. crossed the finish line on his bicycle during the run. He said he rides his bike during on post races to keep up with the crowd and to make sure he beats his dad, Lt. Col. Michael Neaverth. Motivated community members, some running with their babies in strollers, received a free T-shirt for their efforts. The Saturday event was sponsored by the Seoul USO and the Korea Chapter of Noncommissioned Officer’s Association.

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Family Practitioner Position Brain Allgood Army Community Hospital, Yongsan is accepting applications foir a contract position. Qualifications for education: Be a Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Osteopathy (D.O.) who is board-certified or board-eligible in Family Practice. For information on qualifications. Please contact Mr. Kim, Hyon Il at 737-6010. For information, call 737-6010. Veterinary Clinic Renovation The Veterinary Clinic is currently under extensive renovation. During this facility upgrade, the clinic will remain open and provide full service clinic vaccinations and sick call appointments only. No surgery appointments will be available at this time. Renovations are projected to be completed by February 2009. For information, call 738-4257. Spouse Employment Workshop Army Community Services has partnered with Contracting Command Korea to bring you a workshop on Spouse employment readiness. Find out how to apply for contracting jobs in Korea. The workshop is 2-4 p.m. March 19 and 5-6 p.m. March 31 in the Community Services Building, Room 118. Memorial Chapel Worship Services Worship services have been relocated from Feb 9-27. Catholic Mass: South Post Chapel 5 p.m. Saturdays. Protestant (Liturgical): Hospital Chapel 8 a.m. Episcopal/Lutheran: Hospital Chapel 11 a.m. Sundays. Catholic Mass: Suspended Feb. 15 and 22 United Pentecostal: South Post Chapel 3 p.m. For information, call 725-8182/4076. For a complete list of community information news and notes, visit the USAG-Yongsan official web site at http://yongsan.korea.army.mil

Yongsan community members can find answers and help at during the tax season at Moyer Community Activities Center, Room 113.

Filing taxes with a foreign spouse

By Capt. Minna M. Oh Yongsan Tax Center YONGSAN GARRISON — If you are single, you file your income tax returns using your Social Security number. If you are married, you provide your spouse’s SSN as well. How do you file your tax return if you are married to someone who is not eligible for a SSN? Many Servicemembers in Korea find themselves in this situation because they marry foreign nationals while stationed here. If you want to file jointly with your spouse who has no SSN, then you may want to consider applying for an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number, also known as an ITIN, for your spouse. Filing jointly with your spouse potentially qualifies you for greater tax breaks than if you file separately. What is an ITIN? Like a SSN, an ITIN is a nine-digit number that allows the Internal Revenue

Service to identify a taxpayer. An ITIN serves tax purposes only and does not have anything to do with your spouse’s immigration status or your spouse’s eligibility to work in the United States. However, the ITIN does subject your spouse’s worldwide income to U.S. income tax. If your spouse earns a significant amount of income, you may want to reconsider filing jointly with your spouse. How does my spouse apply for an ITIN? Your spouse will need to complete IRS Form W-7, which is available at the Yongsan Tax Center and online at www.irs.gov. You will also need to obtain an authenticated copy of your spouse’s passport. Notaries are available to make an authenticated copy of your spouse’s passport (for the limited purpose of applying for an ITIN) at both the Yongsan Tax Center and the Client Legal Services Division, which is located in the Community Service Building (B-4106) on South Post, U.S. Army Garrison - Yongsan. Staple your completed Form W-7 to the front of your federal tax return. Since you

cannot electronically file your tax return if your spouse is applying for an ITIN, you must file a paper return. Mail the Form W-7, the supporting documentation, and the signed federal tax return to Internal Revenue Service, Austin Service Center, ITIN Operation, P.O. Box 149342, Austin, Texas 78714-9342. You may have to wait up to ten weeks before you receive a response from the IRS. To check on the status of your ITIN application, call the ITIN help desk at 1-215-516-4846. Can I claim my spouse’s children as my dependents? In most cases, you cannot claim a person as a dependent for income tax purposes unless that person is a U.S. citizen, U.S. resident alien, or a resident of Canada or Mexico. An exception is available if you have legally adopted your spouse’s children. For more information, please call 7237887 or stop by the Yongsan Tax Center, which is located in the Moyer Community Activities Center, Room 113.

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Garrison housing decision saves $250K annually By David McNally USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs YONGSAN GARRISON — Garrison officials announced a plan in August 2008 to open some on-post field-grade housing units to captains and senior warrant officers. At the time, 10 government-leased housing units on Yongsan Garrison South Post in the Itaewon Acres neighborhood were vacant. The Army pays about $20,000 annually for each of these quarters regardless of occupancy. “Our plan is saving the Army about a quarter million dollars a year,” said U.S. Army Garrison-Yongsan Commander Col. Dave Hall. “The reason we did this is because of demographics. It was a business decision.” The garrison has more than 150 companygrade officers who live off post with their families. Seoul is the fifth largest city in the world, and housing costs are high. “The majority of those captains and senior warrant officers want quarters,” Hall said. “We only have 58 sets of companygrade quarters in the Garrison. What we may do in the future is make Itaewon Acres a company-grade housing area.” Company-grade family housing at Yongsan is normally at Hannam Village; however, that housing area is at 100 percent occupancy. “If we didn’t open up these vacant quarters to captains and senior warrant officers, we would have had to issue ‘statements of nonavailability’ so they could reside off post,” said USAG-Yongsan Housing Manager Carol Jones. Jo n e s s a i d t h a t t h e c o m m a n d decision to move captains and chief warrant officers 3 into vacant Itaewon

Since August, USAG-Yongsan has assigned 13 captains and one chief warrant officer 3 to Itaewon Acres, formerly a field-grade housing area on Yongsan Garrison. — U.S. Army photo by David McNally. For more photos online, visit http://flickr.com/usag-yongsan.

Acres quarters has been a success. “It makes good business sense,” Jones said. “When you consider we were paying money for vacant quarters at the rate of $20,000 a year and then figure in the cost of a statement of nonavailability at more than $40,000 a year … it just makes sense to keep them occupied.” Since August, USAG-Yongsan has assigned 13 captains and one chief warrant officer 3 to Itaewon Acres. “We currently have one vacancy in Itaewon

Acres, which we expect to assign to a captain next week,” Jones said. “I have not received any negative comments from residents since we initiated this policy change.” Jones said the response from captains and their spouses who now have the option to live on Yongsan Garrison instead of off post is one of “extreme gratitude and happiness.” “It is within the realm of regulatory guidance that garrison commanders have the authority to reallocate family

VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT Raluca Rorrer donated her time volunteering for Army Community Service. She was also nominated for the USAG-Yongsan Volunteer of the Quarter for the 1st quarter. Where did this volunteer work? Army Community Service. Her volunteer work led to permanent employment with USAG-Yongsan. What did she do? Rorrer worked as the volunteer program manager for the tasks that are vital to the volunteer program. She completed large numbers of behind-the-scene tasks vital to the volunteer program both internal to the Army Community Service and external to the Garrison as a whole. She was the organizational point of contact for all of ACS programs, which includes managing the database and information for over 113 volunteers. She managed and updated the internal ACS awards recognition program to ensure the awards tracking sheet was updated for the incentive items associated with their volunteer work with ACS. She was also instrumental in planning and implementing the monthly ACS volunteer

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recognition events, and the quarterly Volunteer of the Quarter ceremonies. Rorrer was also responsible for all the administrative tasks for the Army Volunteer Corps Coordinator’s office. These tasks included copying and preparing lesson material for the four plus monthly classes that the AVCC conducts, updating and managing the volunteer files, updating and managing the volunteer recognition spreadsheet and inventorying and filing volunteer marketing material. How many hours per week? 20+ hours per week. What impact does she have?

Without the behind-the-scene work completed by Ms. Rorrer the USAGYongsan volunteer program would have been unable to make the improvements it did in the past quarter. As a direct result of her hard work in the AVCC office the number of registered volunterers increased from 388 in September to 559 in December. Her efforts directly impacted the number of volunteer contacts, followups and referrals by increasing the number from 144 to 344. This increase is a reflection of the work she did in the AVCC office. Why does she volunteer? She volunteered because she has a love for the Family and has a deep commitment to the military community. She was a steadfast companion to the ACS Volunteer Coordinator and a big help during the 4th quarter. She was always willing to work extra hours and pitch in when necessary. If you would like to learn more about volunteer opportunities at Yongsan, call the U.S. Army Garrison-Yongsan volunteer coordinator at 738-7510.

housing units from one grade category to another when there is a disparity or shortage in another grade,” Jones said. Before housing began assigning field grade quarters to captains and senior warrants, a notice went to all Itaewon Acres residents to explain the policy shift, Jones said. “Now we have more places for these officers and their families to live,” Hall said. “We’re also being good stewards of Army funds, so it’s a big deal.”

Post-9/11 GI Bill to begin Aug. 1 By Samantha L. Quigley American Forces Press Service WASHINGTON, D.C. — A series of educational assistance programs administered by the Department of Veterans Affairs, commonly called the GI Bill, have helped servicemembers pursue post-secondary learning for decades. Soon another program will be added to the mix: The Post-9/11 Veterans Education Bill will be available to qualified individuals Aug. 1. “The new Post-9/11 GI Bill has different eligibility criteria (and) pays for different types of training,” said Keith M. Wilson, VA’s education service director. The new GI Bill provides three separate types of benefit payments to those who entered the military on or after Sept. 10, 2001, and have at least 90 days of active service. For more information the Veterans Affairs GI Bill site at http://gibill.va.gov/ or call (888) GIBILL-1 toll-free. Visitors will find a link that will allow them to receive updates on the new GI Bill via e-mail as they become available.

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hen the U.S. Army GarrisonYongsan signed the Army Family Covenant in December 2007, we made a commitment, a solemn promise to “expand education and employment opportunities for Family Members.” Today, I am pleased to be able to tell you that we are making progress. Family Member employment opportunities are really expanding at USAG-Yongsan. This is a priority for the Garrison. It is our intention to be innovative and lead the way. Each month, USAG-Yongsan features resume training at the Civilian Personnel Advisory Center. These classes teach potential new employees how to fill out a government resume, use the online application procedures and prepare for government employment. In the very near future, the Garrison will be combining resume training with a mini-job fair and interviewing techniques classes for quarterly Family Member Employment Readiness Training. Look, it’s always been difficult for Family Members to get a job. But, managers at all levels are embracing spouse employment because this is an Army Family Covenant priority. Our Combatant Commander, Gen.

EMPLOYMENT A spouse preference eligible applicant who is ranked among the ‘best qualified’ on a competitive list must be selected for the position.” If more than one spouse is determined to be best qualified among the candidates, management may select any one of them, he added. As of Jan. 31, there are 205 appropriated fund Family Members and 119 nonappropriated fund Family Members employed at USAG-Yongsan. “Within the last couple of weeks we have hired a military spouse as a staff historian; a spouse as the USAG-Yongsan administrative officer, DeCA hired three Family Members and CPAC hired a military spouse equivalent to a GS-12,” Stark said. “We have also hired a new family member in CPAC Room 501. CPAC now has a total of three Family Members.” “This is a significant promise in the Army Family Covenant,” said USAGYongsan Commander Col. Dave Hall. “We are expanding education and employment opportunities for Family Members. We take

Walter Sharp has made this clear. This all ties into tour normalization. If Korea is going to attain the quality of life found at other normal overseas tours of duty, we must think outside the box to create opportunities for our Family Members to get work. We believe we are getting much better at doing this. Not everybody is going to get a job right away, but there are a myriad of opportunities to put a spotlight on your abilities. For example, USAG-Yongsan has a vibrant volunteer program. Our volunteers are the best in the Army, bar none. Volunteering is a door to employment. It provides job skills, allow for people to showcase their abilities and serves as a gateway to employment. If you’re interested in finding work, I highly recommend that you learn more about volunteer opportunities at Yongsan, by calling the U.S. Army Garrison-Yongsan volunteer coordinator at 738-7510 or the American Red Cross at 738-3670. As of the end of last month, we have more than 300 Family Members working at USAG-Yongsan. This number is going to grow. Stay tuned for more information on employment seminars. Hooah!

from Page 9 that promise seriously.” Hall said the Garrison is aggressively pursing Family Member employment issues. “We’re developing a Family Employment Seminar through our Army Community Service,” he said. “This seminar will feature classes on how to interview, how to dress, what your opportunities are here at Yongsan, and we’ll even have a ‘job fair’ flavor by inviting local prospective employees.” There is also an executive order recently signed allowing for noncompetitive appointments of certain military spouses. “We’’re waiting for further guidance on how we will implement this,” Stark said. United States Forces-Korea is is currently taking a survey on Spouse/Family Member Employment. “We encourage our community members who are interested in employment on post to visit the Employment Survey and fill it out,” Hall said. There are also additional employment resources at the Garrison and Installation Management Command-Korea Region websites.

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Top 4 Performer of the Month Unit: 607 WS/DOW Duties: Unit Training Monitor Hometown: Pana, Ill. Follow-on: Scott AFB, Ill.

Boy Scouts of America Korea District, Far East Council Feb. 20-22 Klondike Derby, Camp Long (Boy Scouts) Main event Feb. 21, 8 a.m. - 9 p.m. Nine events of Iditarod sled race, winter survival, first aid, “turkey shoot” with hatchet/knife throws, Crazy Horse Stew, etc. Camp fire with skits/songs that night. Awards Feb. 22 from 8:30 - 10 a.m. District Boy Scout competitions. March 7: District Roundtable For additional information visit the Korea District online at http://www.koreabsa.org or http://www.youtube.com/koreabsa

Girl Scouts of America Cookie Sales: Every weekend from through Feb. 28 - Yongsan Main PX, Yongsan Commissary, South Post Shopette

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Why he’s February’s Top 4 Performer of the Month: “Staff Sergeant Endris serves as the 607th Weather Squadron Unit Staff Sgt. Daniel M. Endris Training Monitor and supports 67 assigned personnel. During the month of January, Sergeant Endris focused on the transfer of 90 Master Task List training hours into AF Training Records for the squadron. His superb management of the squadron’s Standardization/Evaluation program ensures the 607 WS is trained and mission ready and directly led to a successful staff assistance visit conducted in January. Sergeant Endris was recently certified as a Self-Aid and Buddy Care instructor and stepped in during a critical manning shortfall to become the unit’s postal clerk responsible for the control and processing of more than 100 accountable correspondences each month. In addition, Sergeant Endris volunteered during a recent USO event and briefed more than 80 visiting Korean elementary students on UTM duties and USAF history. He is a model Airman, a role model to his peers, and a diplomat in the local community.” — MSgt. Patrick Hudson, President, Top 4 Association

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‘Good Neighbor’ medics tour DMZ Eighth Army Public Affairs For a day and a half three Soldiers, stationed with medical units on USAGYongsan, had the opportunity to meet Republic of Korea Army soldiers stationed with medical units not too far from the DMZ during a recent Good Neighbor Program Tour. On the first day, they toured the ROK 5th Infantry Division medical facilities, an outpost on the DMZ and Bengma-Goji, a hill located on the DMZ which is translated to White Horse Hill. These locations might be considered unique for a Good Neighbor Program because most U.S. Soldiers will never have the opportunity to see these places. On the second day of their tour the Soldiers woke up bright and early to enjoy a little bit of kimchi, rice and sweet and sour pork for breakfast with the ROK soldiers at their dining facility. From there, they took a small hike into the cold mountains for a look at one of the oldest Buddhist temples in South Korea called Freedom Temple.

RIVER

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which helped.” The two sides worked closely together so that the complex procedure moved forward without any complications. “The first step of the joint operation was for the Korean Army to cross and take the far side of the river,” said White. “The K1 then successfully completed the underwater crossing. Our support mission was set up before hand, so once we got the word we

“We wanted to bring people from the U.S. medical community and the ROK medical community and learn from each other,” said Lt. Col. Jason Pike, the Force Health Preventive Medicine executive officer for the 65th Medical Brigade. “The ROK community has some capabilities, which are different from ours, one of them being Oriental medicine, which I didn’t know about.” When asked to give a little clarity on what Oriental medicine is, Pike’s good friend and co-founder of the trip, Lt. Col. (retired) Park, Seong-Ha, the Suwon Air Base manager for the 51st Medical Group, said “Oriental medicine combines the use of acupuncture and natural herbal medicine as the most common cure for ailments.” All together, the participating Soldiers not only had a chance to see how their ROK counterparts live, but rather they experienced it. After giving their goodbyes, the U.S. Soldiers invited the ROK soldiers to Yongsan with the hopes of them visiting in the future and experiencing what it’s like to live and work on a U.S. base. went downstream toward the bridge for the main objective. With all the elements in place, we took the bridge.” Much of the professional teamwork and success came from recognition of the similarities between the two militaries.“We have similar techniques and the same doctrine,” said Sgt. Brandon Thom, a tanker for C Co., 2-9. “We’re still doing the same mission of covering each other.” The Soldiers of 2-9 understood and

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Upcoming holiday worship services for USAG-Yongsan Catholic Service

Date/Time

Ash Wednesday

Feb. 25/1205 Allgood Hospital Ch.

Community Good Friday Service April 10/1900 Onnuri Church

Location

1205/1730

Seventh Day Adventist

April 11/0900 Allgood Hospital Chapel

South Post Chapel

Stations of the Cross

Feb. 27/1730 South Post Chapel

Easter Sunrise Services

April 12/0600 South Post (Collective)

Lenten Community Meal

Feb. 27/1800 South Post Chapel



April 12/0730 K-16 CAC Parking Lot

Stations of the Cross



March 6 – April 3 (Fridays)/1730



Memorial Chapel

Easter Sunday Services

April 12/0800 Memorial Ch. (Liturgical)

March 6 – April 3 (Fridays)/1800



0910 Hannam Village Chapel (Korean)



Memorial Chapel



0930 South Post Ch. (Contemporary)

Lenten Penance Service

Memorial Post Ch.



0930 Allgood Hospital (Collective)

Holy Thursday (Morning Prayer) April 9/0900

Memorial Chapel



1100 South Post Chapel (Traditional)

Holy Thursday (Lord’s Supper) April 9/1830

Memorial Chapel



1030 K-16 Community Chapel

Holy Thursday (Night Prayer)

April 9/2100

Memorial Chapel



1100 Hannam Village Chapel

Good Friday (Morning Prayer)

April 10/0900 Memorial Chapel



1230 South Post Chapel (Gospel)



1330 Memorial Chapel (UPCI)

Lenten Community Meal

April 7/1730

Good Friday (Stations of Cross) April 10/1200-1500

Memorial Chapel

Good Friday (Passion of the Lord) April 10/1830 Memorial Chapel

Episcopal

Holy Saturday (Morning Prayer) April 11/0900 Memorial Chapel

Imposition of Ashes and Holy Eucharist Feb. 25/1730 Religious Retreat

Holy Saturday (Easter Vigil Mass) April 11/2115 Memorial Chapel

Center, Seoul

Welcome Reception (Newly Baptized Catholics)

Liturgy of the Palms & Holy Eucharist

April 5/1000

Memorial Chapel



April 11/2300 Memorial Chapel

Maundy Thursday Holy Eucharist

April 9/1200

Memorial Chapel

Easter Sunday Mass

April 12/0800 South Post Chapel

Good Friday Liturgy

April 10/1730 Memorial Chapel



1130

Easter Holy Eucharist

April 12/1000 Memorial Chapel

Memorial Chapel

Please direct all questions to Mr. Pagano, 725-5211 Jewish Protestant

First Seder of Passover

April 8/1930 Religious Retreat Center

Lent Special 40 Days Morning Prayer

Second Seder

April 9/1930 Religious Retreat Center



Feb. 25 – April 12/0510

Passover Shabbos



South Post Chapel (Mon-Sat) (Korean)



Hannam Chapel (Sun) (Korean)

appreciated the close partnership the two units shared in the days leading up to the event. “I’m new to Korea, and it was nice to have the opportunity to work with the ROK Army,” said Pfc. Richard Mallon, a tanker for C Co., 2-9. “We stayed in their barracks, spent time with them, and saw their day-to-day life. For me, it was a great experience to perform this training with the ROK Army.”



April 10/1900 South Post Chapel

For more information call USAG-Yongsan Religious Support Office, 738-3011

Zumba Fitness location change Zumba Fitness will temporily change location from trent Gym to Bldg. 2609 from Feb. 23-March 25 due to UFG. Classes will continue Mon., Wed. and Fri. at 8:30 a.m. and Tues. and Thurs. 5:30 p.m. For information, contact Shelton Coonfield at 010-2041-7546 or [email protected] Trent Gym

Feb. 20 - 26

LOCATION

Today

Saturday

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

CASEY 730-7354

Yes Man (PG13) 6:30 p.m. He’s Just Not That Into You (PG13) 8:30 p.m.

Seven Pounds (PG13) 6:30 p.m. He’s Just Not That Into You (PG13) 8:30 p.m.

Bedtime Stories (PG) 6:30 p.m. Yes Man (PG13) 8:30 p.m.

He’s Just Not That Into You (PG13) 7:30 p.m.

No Show

Seven Pounds (PG13 ) 7:30 p.m.

No Show

HENRY 768-7724

Taken (PG13) 7 p.m.

Delgo (PG) 1 p.m. Taken (PG13) 7 p.m.

Delgo (PG) 1 p.m. Yes Man (PG13) 7 p.m.

Seven Pounds (PG13) 7 p.m.

No Show

No Show

No Show

HUMPHREYS 753-7716

He’s Just Not That Into You (PG13) 6:30 / 9 p.m.

Igor (PG) 3:30 p.m. He’s Just Not That Into You (PG13) 6:30 / 9 p.m.

Igor (PG) 3:30 p.m. He’s Just Not That Into You (PG13) 6:30 / 9 p.m.

Seven Pounds (PG13) 6:30 / 9 p.m.

Seven Pounds (PG13) 6:30 / 9 p.m.

Yes Man (PG13) 6:30 / 9 p.m.

Yes Man (PG13) 6:30 / 9 p.m.

Yes Man (PG13) 7 p.m.

He’s Just Not That Into You (PG13) 7p.m.

No Show

Yes Man (PG13) 7 p.m.

No Show

Friday the 13th (PG13) 7 p.m.

HOVEY 730-5412

Cadillac Records (R) 7 p.m.

Thursday

KUNSAN 782-4987

Friday the 13th (NR) 6 / 8:30 p.m.

Friday the 13th (NR) 6 / 8:30 p.m.

Mall Cop (PG13) 6 / 8:30 p.m.

No Show

No Show

No Show

Bedtime Stories (PG) 6 p.m.

OSAN 784-4930

He’s Just Not That Into You (PG13) 7 / 9 p.m.

Tale of Desperaeux (PG) 1 p.m. He’s Just Not That Into You (PG13) 3:30 / 9:30 p.m.

Tale of Desperaeux (PG) 3:30 p.m. He’s Just Not That Into You (PG13) 6 / 8:30 p.m.

Tale of Desperaeux (PG) 3:30 p.m. Notorious (R) 6 / 8:30 p.m.

Seven Pounds (PG13) 7 p.m.

Soul Men (R) 7 p.m.

Soul Men (R) 7 p.m.

RED CLOUD 732-6620

Taken (PG13) 7 p.m. Title (PG13) 9 p.m.

Soul Men (R) 7 p.m.

Yes Man (PG13) 7 p.m.

Delgo (PG) 7 p.m.

Four Christmases (PG13) 7 p.m.

No Show

He’s Just Not That Into You (PG13) 7 p.m.

STANLEY 732-5565

Nothing LIke the Holidays (PG13) 9 p.m. Cadillac Records (R) 7 p.m.

Taken (PG13) 7 p.m. Bedtime Stories (PG13) 9 p.m.

Taken (PG13) 7 p.m.

Yes Man (PG13) 7 p.m.

No Show

Friday the 13th (NR) 7 / 9 p.m.

Seven Pounds (PG13) 7 p.m.

YONGSAN 738-7389

Friday the 13th (NR) 5:30 / 8:30 p.m. Nothing LIke the Holidays (PG13) 6:30 p.m.

Friday the 13th (NR) 2 / 5 / 8 p.m. Bolt (PG) 3:30 / 6:30 p.m. Delgo (PG) 3:30 / 6:30 p.m.

Bedtime Stories (PG) 2 / 5 / 8 p.m. Bolt (PG) 3:30 / 6:30 p.m. Delgo (PG) 3:30 / 6:30 p.m.

Sex Drive (R) 6 p.m. Punisher: War Zone (R) 6 p.m. Yes Man (PG13) 7 p.m.

Sex Drive (R) 6 p.m. Punisher: War Zone (R) 6 p.m. Yes Man (PG13) 7 p.m.

Seven Pounds (PG13) 7 p.m. Twilight (PG13) 7 p.m. Cadillac Records (R) 6 p.m.

Seven Pounds (PG13) 7 p.m. Twilight (PG13) 7 p.m. Cadillac Records (R) 6 p.m.

U.S. ID card holders enjoy free movies courtesy of Army MWR at U.S. Army installations in Korea.

CHAPLAIN

FEBRUARY 20, 2009

Area II Worship Schedule

Area III Worship Schedule

Memorial Chapel Worship Services are relocating through Feb. 29. For more information, call Memorial Chapel at 725-8182/4076 or the Religious Support Office, 738-3011.

NOTE: Services will be held in the Super Gym until further notice.

Area I Worship Schedule NOTE:

Protestant Services Collective Sunday 1000 Sunday 1000 Sunday 1030 Sunday 1100 Sunday 1100 Sunday 1100 Sunday 1100 Wednesday 1130 Gospel Sunday 1100 1230 Wednesday 1800 Thurday 1900 COGIC Sunday 1230 KATUSA Sunday 1930 Sunday 1300 Tuesday 1900 Tuesday 1840 Tuesday 1800 Tuesday 1830 Tuesday 1830 Thursday 1830

Catholic Mass Sunday 1130 Sunday 0900 Sunday 1215 Sunday 0930 Orthodox Service 1st and 2nd Sundays 1000 Later Day Saints Sunday 1400 Jewish

Friday

1830

Stone Chapel Stanley Chapel West Casey Chapel Protestant Sunday School-Coffee House Warrior Chapel Crusader Chapel Hovey Chapel Bible Study-Coffee House Casey Memorial Chapel Camp Stanley Chapel Gospel Bible Study Stanley Chapel Gospel Practice Stanley Chapel CRC Warrior Chapel CRC Warrior Chapel Jackson Auditorium Camp Stanley Chapel Casey Stone Chapel Camp Castle Chapel Casey Memorial Chapel Camp Hovey Chapel West Casey Chapel

Camp Stanley Chapel CRC Warrior Chapel West Casey Chapel Camp Hovey Chapel Old Hovey Chapel West Casey Chapel

West Casey Chapel

Collective Sunday Contemporary Sunday

0800 0930 0930 1100 1030 1100

Hospital Chapel (Liturgical) Brian Allgood Hospital Chapel (Korean) Hannam Chapel Hospital Chapel (Episcopal/Luthern) K-16 Chapel Hannam Village Chapel

1000

Multi Purpose Training Facility

Gospel 1200 Seventh-Day Adventist Saturday 0930

South Post Chapel Brian Allgood Hospital Chapel

United Pentecostal (UPCI) Sunday 1500

South Post Chapel

KATUSA Thursday

1830

Memorial Chapel

Episcopal Sunday

1000

Memorial Chapel

Catholic Services

Mass Sunday 0800 1130 Saturday 1700 Mon/Thur/Fri 1205 Tues/Wed 1205 1st Sat. 0900

Jewish Services

Friday

1900

South Post Chapel Mass suspended for two Sundays South Post Chapel Memorial Chapel Brian Allgood Hospital Chapel Memorial Chapel

Collective Protestant Sunday 1100 1100 1100 Gospel 1300 Contemporary 1800 KATUSA Tuesday 1900 Korean Wednesday 1730 Wednesday 1900

Catholic Services Mass Daily Sunday

Jewish

1145 0930 1700 1700

Freedom Chapel Suwon Air Base Chapel Camp Eagle Chapel Freedom Chapel Freedom Chapel Freedom Chapel Freedom Chapel Freedom Chapel (Bible Study) Freedom Chapel Freedom Chapel Camp Eagle Chapel Suwaon Air Base Chapel

Area IV Worship Schedule Protestant Services Collective Protestant Sunday Church of Christ Gospel Contemporary Friday Korean Tuesday Wednesday

1000 1030 1700 1215 1300

Camp Carroll Camp Walker Camp Walker Camp Walker Camp Carroll

1900

Camp Walker

1900 1830

Camp Carroll Camp Walker

0900 1130 1700

Camp Walker Camp Carroll Camp Walker

Catholic Services Mass Sunday Saturday

Jewish

For information, contact Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Avi Weiss, avi.weiss@korea. army.mil, 723-6707

For information, contact Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Avi Weiss, avi.weiss@korea. army.mil, 723-6707

The Command Chaplain’s Office is here to perform, provide, or coordinate total religious support to the United Nations Command, U.S. Forces Korea and Eighth U.S. Army Servicemembers, their families and authorized civilians across the full spectrum of operations from armistice to war. Visit the U.S. Forces Korea Religious Support site at: www.usfk.mil/org/FKCH/Index.html?/org/FKCH/Contents/mission.htm for helpful links and information.

South Post Chapel

Korea-wide Army chaplain points of contact

USAG-Yongsan Chaplains

USAG-Humphreys Chaplains

USAG-Red Cloud/Casey

USAG-Daegu Chaplains

Chaplain (Lt. Col.) David B. Crary: [email protected], 738-3009

Chaplain (Maj.) Klon K. Kitchen, Jr.: [email protected], 753-7274

2ID Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Richard Spencer: [email protected], 732-7998

Chaplain (Maj.) Eddie Kinley: [email protected], 764-5455

Chaplain (Maj.) Adolph G. DuBose: [email protected], 738-4043

Chaplain (Maj.) James E. O’Neal: [email protected] , 753-7276

Red Cloud Chaplain (Maj.) Fredrick Garcia: [email protected], 732-6169

Chaplain (Maj.) Edward Martin: [email protected], 765-8004

Chaplain (Maj.) Leo Mora Jr.: [email protected], 736-3018

Chaplain (Capt.) Anthony Flores: [email protected], 753-7042

Red Cloud Chaplain (Capt.) Mario Rosario: [email protected],

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Protestant Services

Protestant Services

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FEATURE

THE MORNING CALM

The Buddha statues, Korean National Treasure No. 93, look out from the mountain side. The statues were sculpted in the 11th century. — U.S. Army photos by David McNally

Giant granite statues guard Korean temple By David McNally USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs

YONGMIRI, Republic of Korea — On the side of a mountain sits a Buddhist temple. In Korea, there are hundreds of temples so at face value this is nothing special. But, this temple is special because it is being watched over by two huge granite statues. Out in the countryside, close to the Korean Demilitarized Zone, Yongam Temple is home to the “Yongmiri Stone Standing Buddhas.” The 17.5 meter stone couple has stood silently for almost a millennia. On the left is Miruk Buddha, the statue is a depiction of a Korean man. On the right is Miruk Bosal, a Korean woman with a square hat. The South Korean government lists them as a national treasure. According to a government census from 1995, 42.6 percent of South Koreans claim to follow an organized religion. About 20

percent of Koreans, or about 10 million people, are Buddhists. The religion first came to the peninsula through Chinese missionaries in the fifth century. Korean architecture, attitudes and culture were strongly influenced by Buddhism. The Paju statues were carved out of Jangji Mountain 900 years ago. The legend says King Sunjong of the Koryo Dynasty was trying to have a son. He ruled in the 11th century. The king found a woman, but was unsuccessful at producing an heir. One day, the woman dreamed of two monks who lived as beggars at foot of Jangji Mountain. She told the king about her dream. King Sunjong sent his servants to the mountain, and found out about two big rocks next to each other. He ordered sculptures to be made in the rock face, and a temple to be constructed nearby. As the story goes, the king and his chosen one had a son the same year.

During the Korean War, Jangji Mountain was the site of a fierce battle between North and South Korean soldiers. “Look closely as the faces of the statues, and you will see bullet holes from the fighting,” Yi said. “North Korean soldiers were hiding behind the statues during the battle.” About 2,000 Korean soldiers were killed on the mountain during the battle according to Yi. To travel to the site, drive on Highway 1 toward Munsan. Before arriving in Paju, take a right at Goyangsi. At the fork in the road, there is a brown sign, which says the statues are another 2.5 kilometers. Soon, the statues can be seen sprouting out of the trees on Jangji Mountain on the left. The monks said many foreigners visit the landmark because of the close distance to Seoul. “We welcome visitors anytime,” Yi said.

Yongam Temple is watched over by ancient stone Buddhas carved into a Korean mountainside like Mount Rushmore.

The temple is filled with intricate wood carvings and religious symbols.

For a map to Yongmiri, visit Google Maps online at http://tinyurl.com/arov79

Yi Sung-hyun, a Buddhist monk, shows off the inside of the temple.

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NEWS

IMCOM-K • PAGE 18 http://imcom.korea.army.mil BUFFALO SOLDIERS on sleeping villages and never led his men to slaughter in a glory-seeking endeavor. The respect Hatch and Grierson had for their Soldiers was soon to be shared by Comanche and Southern Cheyenne warriors. At first, the presence of black Soldiers in blue uniforms was an oddity for Native Americans. Through the sting of battle, the warriors came to realize that they were fighting a determined and skilled force such as they had ever met. First, as a means of identification, then as a statement of respect, the Comanche and Southern Cheyenne braves applied the term “Buffalo Soldiers” to this force. Rather than take offense, the Soldiers embraced the name, applying the term to themselves. After serving in the mid-west, the two regiments were transferred. Hatch's Ninth assumed responsibility of various posts in New Mexico. Grierson's Tenth first

civilization. If hostility among the population wasn't bad enough, the environment added to the situation. In their new assignment, the Buffalo Soldiers had left behind the tall grass and trees of the western plains for sand and cactus. They now had to survive in blazing heat and bitter cold, patrolling desert floors and mountain ranges, suffering in dust storms and ice storms, experiencing drought and flash floods, and living among scorpions and rattlesnakes. The Buffalo Soldiers had left behind a much more hospitable natural environment. The one thing they were not able to leave behind was the racial hatred borne out of an environment of ignorance, bigotry, and hate. Their presence in New Mexico was recognized by a Las Cruces editor who recommended that the Ninth Cavalry be disbanded and its soldiers used to “contribute to the nation’s wealth as pickers of cotton and hoers of corn, or to its amuse-

African A merican

took up positions in western Texas and eventually moved to Arizona. Their area of operation consisted of American territory, populated by three cultures and races stacked upon each other. On both sides of the Mexican border, the original residents were members of the Apache nation. Not since the Mohawks had the United States seen such independent and fierce fighters as the Apaches. Because of their ferocious independence, Apaches were never able to band themselves together in great numbers like the Sioux and Cheyenne. This was very fortunate for the settlers who came into the area.

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ror. However, the territory was also too big among the Comanches, Cheyennes, and for one command to protect. Apaches. Solving this problem, Grierson moved Yet, despite how great the feats and how his Tenth into New Mexico to support well they served, the Buffalo Soldiers were Hatch. To avoid certain capture, Victorio condemned by many of the same people once again escaped into Mexico with the in- they protected. It was during the campaign tent to return through Texas. Victorio was against Victorio that one of the most blanow at war with the most skilled adversary tant acts of discrimination and disrespect he would ever experience, Grierson. Writ- occurred. ing his own rules of While on patrol, engagement, Grier- “No professional force of Soldiers has Corporal James Betson stationed ten- ever endured the never-ending difficulties ters died. His body man detachments faced by the Buffalo Soldiers. They stood was returned to Fort of Buffalo Soldiers against the elements of nature and the Bayard for burial. at every west Texas When his troops hostility of mankind.” watering hole. With returned to the fort a pursuit force ready they learned their to ride, he waited for Victorio. Grierson comrade had been hauled to the cemetery knew his risk. By assigning small detach- in a cart used for garbage and driven by ments to stand between water and a three- a convict. Betters’ commander, Captain hundred member Apache war party until Beyer, demanded an investigation. The dehe could arrive with the main body, Grier- mand was fulfilled, but no action was taken son was basically asking the same thing that against those responsible. Travis had forty years earlier at the Alamo. Many years after leaving the southwest, Yet, when the series of conflicts was over, Buffalo Soldiers were summoned to battle the Buffalo Soldiers did not suffer a single at Wounded Knee. The legendary 7th Cavdesertion, nor lose a single watering hole. alry was once again surrounded and on the With Grierson’s main body always on his verge of suffering a defeat greater than that heels, Victorio finally fled Custer led them into twenty years earlier. for the In a twist of fate, the very command that Custer once refused to lead would deliver the com-

History M onth pro

ment as a traveling minstrel troupe.” As unjustified as this statement was, its timing was even worse. The Ninth, soon to be supported by the Tenth, was engaged in defending New Mexico settlers against Victorio. Next to Cochise, Victorio was the most powerful and skilled warlord of the Apache Nation. Victorio had been forced into a devil's alternative. Indian agent John Clum, who would later as mayor of Tombstone give political support to the Earp brothers, decided to move the Apaches to a barren Arizona reservation. Victorio was left with two choices: his people could either starve to death on government reservations, or he could lead them away. While the former offered no hope, the second offered the chance Sergeant John Hill riding on Jumping Dan Ware, the finest jumping to hunt. Victorio chose the latter horse in the Infantry Stables. Ft. Benning, Georgia (July 25, 1941). and led 300 fol— U.S. Army archive photo by the 161st Signal Photo Co. lowers off the Ojo Onto the lands claimed by the Apaches, Caliente Reservation. Had Victorio simfirst came Hispanics. With the exception ply left, he would not have been aggresof a dozen years following the Pueblo Re- sively pursued. He and his followers went volt, their presence had been growing since on a warpath, continually slashing trails of the 1600s. Two hundred years later came death across southern New Mexico. Victhe Anglos. With the Pueblo Revolt and torio, like many great warlords of the ages, Taos Rebellion serving as grim reminders, understood the concepts of mobility and conflict between any two of the three could personal leadership. result in heavy bloodshed. Just as native His knowledge of the country and American tribes were subject to warring his ability to move back and forth across among themselves, range wars among the the U.S./Mexican border allowed him to Anglos were not uncommon. Three races, elude the armies of both nations. At first, three separate cultures, coming from three Victorio was pursued only by members of parts of the world - all in one land. It is the Ninth, lead by the very capable Major ironic that the task of bringing peace to Albert Morrow. this land was given to a fourth race, the one Numerous skirmishes kept Victorio on which had suffered the most from western the run and prevented a total reign of ter-

file in he

safety of Mexico. Victorio’s feeling of safety having crossed the Rio Grande was short lived. Making a decision that would one day be copied in John Wayne’s cavalry classic “Rio Grande,” Grierson risked court-martial and followed Victorio into Mexico. Grierson and his Buffalo Soldiers were tired of the slaughter. To Grierson and his Soldiers, enough was enough. They risked their lives every day in pursuit of Victorio. They made the decision that risking their careers was a comparatively small price to pay to bring peace to the western frontier. Joining forces with the local Mexican Army commander, Grierson was finally able to pin Victorio down. While both armies prepared for the final fight, Grierson was instructed to return his forces to the United States. As the Buffalo Soldiers returned across the Rio Grande and back into the United States, Victorio crossed the great divide that separates life and death. Although denied the opportunity to participate in the final destruction of Victorio’s band, it was the Buffalo Soldiers who had chased them into the jaws of death. The deeds of the Buffalo Soldiers were not limited to battles against Victorio and his successor, Nana. Buffalo Soldiers were directly or indirectly involved in the Lincoln and Catron County Wars, provided exploration and mapping of the southwestern frontier, protected wagon trails and railroad crews, removed unlawful settlers from reservation lands, and fulfilled every other detail expected of American Soldiers. Their efforts in the southwest earned them several Congressional Medals of Honor. Despite Sherman's comments before Congress, the Buffalo Soldiers proved themselves to be far more than a quiet, kindly, peaceful race of men. They proved themselves fine warriors, equal to the reputation they had earned

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mand he did accept from certain annihilation. For heroic service in this action, the Buffalo Soldiers earned yet another Congressional Medal of Honor. At a time when the western frontier was like a series of powder kegs spread over a vast region with fuses that were often ignited, it was the Buffalo Soldiers who prevented the explosion. For a generation of the west's most turbulent years, these Americans provided stability. Sometimes in this effort, they paid the ultimate sacrifice. Finally, when their mission was successfully completed, they were denied the legacy they had earned. The last of the western frontier Buffalo Soldiers have long since passed from our ranks. Each has been returned to the earth, from which they came, and which they patrolled. No professional force of Soldiers has ever endured the never-ending difficulties faced by the Buffalo Soldiers. They stood against the elements of nature and the hostility of mankind. Most had been born into slavery, only to be freed in a land that offered them little. As a chance to better themselves, they accepted the uniform of the American soldier. In wearing that uniform, they served to protect the lives of others -- many of whom accepted the protection while still harboring hate over the shade of a man's skin. Yet, the Buffalo Soldiers continued to serve. It is most appropriate that they are now receiving the recognition they have always deserved. They have a right to be remembered for their worthy contribution to the development of our country. To learn more about the Buffalo Soldiers, or view additional photographs, visit www.army.mil

FEBRUARY 20, 2009

Year of the NCO

AREA III

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‘You’ve got to be patient, listen to your Soldiers’

By Ken Hall USAG-Humphreys Public Affairs

HUMPHREYS GARRISON — In recent years, the U.S. Army has increased the maximum age for initial entry into active duty, National Guard, and Reserve service. This allows thousands of applicants up to 41 years old to pursue potential Army careers, and reap the education incentives the Army has to offer. Sgt. William Hoy, a medic with the 568th Medical Company, enlisted into Army active duty at the age of 33. A single father of two when he enlisted, Hoy says the hardest challenge he faced during his early years in the Army was adjusting to the dayto-day pace Soldiers interact. “I had no patience when I first enlisted in the Army eight years ago and since I became a Noncommissioned officer, I’ve developed patience,” he said. “I know that patience will be among the best traits that I’ve gained while serving in the Army.” Hoy said there were times in the beginning of his career when he didn’t know how he was going to get through morning physical fitness training, but accepting defeat was not part of his success plan. “I refused to give up, and it’s important that all new Soldiers – no matter what their age – always strive to learn, and never give up on themselves,” he said. “I succeeded in reaching the NCO ranks because I refused to quit.” Hoy said patience is critical while mentoring young Soldiers to become better adults, and a quality needed to help Soldiers work through and complete their

educational goals. “I believe the best Army opportunity there is for NCO’s and all Soldiers is education,” said Hoy. “They don’t have to have a degree when they enter active duty service, but they should try to start one and if they completed a few college courses before they were Soldiers, they should finish their degree, and also pursue advance-level degrees when they can.” Hoy said continuous learning is important for everybody because a college education helps them improve their chances for Army career progression and life after active Army service. “For NCO’s, if we want to strive to be officers, a college degree will help us qualify for the officer corps, but it will also prepare us for getting a job in the civilian world because a degree, combined with all the Army leadership training we receive will make us competitive with the rest of the applicants that are out there,” he said. Hoy credits early mentors in his Army career and a deployment to Operation Iraqi Freedom for inspiring him to serve a 20-year career in the Army. “As an NCO, I’ve learned you’ve got to be patient and listen to your Soldiers,” said Hoy. “Building up their knowledge within their jobs, and teaching them how to manage their finances is also important.” “As NCO’s we must teach young Soldiers how to deal with different personalities and people, and also teach them how to learn about themselves,” he said. “Once you learn how much stress you can take, and how to talk with people, you’ll be better at every-day life.”

Sgt. William Hoy, 568th Medical Company. — U.S. Army photo by Ken Hall

557th MPs pitch in, help clean up around Family housing

Soldiers with 557th Military Police Company conduct a community service trash clean-up around USAG-Humphreys Family housing Feb. 12. The clean-up is among several community relations activities by 557th Soldiers. Other activities include joining Humphreys American School students during trips to the Strike Zone bowling alley and sharing lunch with students at HAS. — U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. David Feyen

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Soldiers learn importance of security during exercise

Tobacco Cessation Program Area III Health Promotion is offering monthly tobacco cessation classes Wednesdays from 10 until 11:30 a.m. This program is free to participants. To register contact Jean Dumoulin at 753-7657 or [email protected]. February is American Heart Month Humphreys American School Parent Teacher Student Organization, USAG-Humphreys School Liaison Services and the 65th Medical Brigade Area III Health Promotions are hosting Walk 1 Mile for Heart Health. The event will be held at the Super Gym Feb. 28. Registration begins 8 a.m. and the walk begins at 9 a.m. Participants are asked to wear red for heart health awareness. Aviation Birthday Ball The Morning Calm Chapter of the Army Aviation Association of America will sponsor the Aviation Birthday Ball Friday, Apr. 17 at the Grand Hyatt Hotel in Seoul. Social begins at 5:15 p.m. and dinner begins at 6:15 p.m. The attire is mess dress, dress blues or Class A’s, or formal civilian dress. Tickets are $45 each. The event is open to all 2nd Combat Aviation Brigade Servicemembers, Civilian employees, and Families. For more information, contact Capt. Laura McKenna at 753-5863. EDIS Well Baby Clinic The Educational and Developmental Intervention Services is offering a clinic on raising your baby. Clinic is held every third Friday of the month from 2 to 4 p.m. by individual appointment only. To sign up, call EDIS at 738-4422. Stress Management Classes ACS offers weekly stress management classes Thursdays from 1:30 until 2:30 p.m. at Bldg. 311. Sessions are designed to help individuals learn more effective ways for handling stress in everyday life. All ID Card holders are eligible for the course. Contact ACS at 753-8401 for more information. Change in Sick Call Hours 75th Medical Company Area Support, U.S. Army Health Clinic - USAG-Humphreys announces a change in sick call hours. Sick call hours are 4:30 - 5:15 p.m. Monday through Wednesday and Fridays. There will be no sick call Thursdays. In the event of an emergency, dial 119 if living off post, 911 if living on post or call the After Hours Clinic at 0505-753-8111. New Humphreys Flickr Website Want to get copies of photos of a community event? It’s easy now that USAG-Humphreys has its own Flickr photo-sharing webpage. To view or download your own high-resolution images of community events go to: www. flickr.com/usaghumphreys. USAG-Humphreys Public Affairs Office will post images weekly. Call 754-8598 for more information. Adult, Infant and Child First Aid Class The American Red Cross will have a CPR/AED and First Aid class Saturday, Feb. 21 from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. in building 262. Call the Red Cross at 753-7172 for more information. First Term PCS “Money and Moving” Class For personnel who have never PCS’d before, knowledge is power for a successful move! Classes are offered February 26 and March 26, 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. at Army Community Service Family Readiness Center Bldg. 1127

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Command Sgt. Maj. Scott Campbell, 3-2 General Support Aviation Battalion, 2nd Combat Aviation Brigade, rallies D Company Soldiers as notional rioters threaten to breach the training scenario entry control point during the battalion’s exercise evaluation conducted at Tactical Training Area Tom Feb. 8. — U.S. Army photo by Pvt. Ma, Ju-ho By Sgt. M. Benjamin Gable 2nd Combat Aviation Brigade Public Affairs HUMPHREYS GARRISON — A training exercise, pitting Soldiers from 3-2 General Support Aviation Battalion and the 602nd Aviation Support Battalion against a real-world scenario took place at Chung Ju, Feb. 8. Soldiers honed critical tasks and tactical movement skills as battalion commanders evaluated their war-fighting and battle command capabilities. According to Capt. Kenneth Ferguson, Delta Company 3-2 GSAB commander, the three dimensional training helps Soldiers attain a level of proficiency to better defend the U.S. and its allies. “It’s important to train in a tactical environment during peacetime to prepare

Soldiers for events during war time,” he said. “Soldiers must act decisively on the battlefield and react quickly to every situation they face.” During the exercise scenario, a local youth was allegedly shot and killed by a Soldier during demonstrations days prior. As the training scenario continued, concerned citizens gathered at the gate and waited for a mediator who would speak and address their concerns. But before the mediator could arrive, the once peaceful crowd turned hostile, notionally throwing rocks, knocking over signs and advanced on a military vehicle. The Soldiers banded together in small groups to attempt to calm the situation. Sgt. Lee, S. D. a senior Korean augmentee to the U.S. Army with Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 2nd Combat

Aviation Brigade, played the role of an instigator from the civilian population. “The Soldiers were a little rough with us at times, but they used escalation of force properly and kept the rioting to a minimum,” said Lee. As the training scenario neared completion, 1st Sgt. Casey Jones was notionally shot from an unknown sniper. As Jones lay on the ground, Soldiers called for medics. Jones was quickly recovered from the battlefield and taken to an aide station and treated for his injuries. Exercise participants eventually regained control during the training scenario and brought the rioting to an end. Two notional rioters were detained and the others were congregated into a safe area where they spoke with a mediator and their concerns were addressed.

New $450 million contract awarded for Humphreys infrastructure By Doug Young and Tom Kwiat USAG-Humphreys Master Planning and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Far East District HUMPHREYS GARRISON — A $450 million Land Development, Utilities and Infrastructure Design-Build contract for USAG-Humphreys was awarded to Sun Kyong Engineering and Construction Company, LTD, recently. This contract will replace, upgrade and/ or realign substantial segments of water and wastewater systems, new natural gas lines, sidewalks, bike lanes, jogging trails, lighting, and road corridors, including replacing all the old, fragile asbestos-cement water pipe with new polyvinal chloride pipe throughout the existing installation. This effort will substantially reduce the frequency of water breaks, which impair daily operations here. Eight new water wells will be drilled and connected to the installation’s

water treatment plant, providing up to an additional 240,000 gallons per day to meet near-term demand growth. The contract includes repairs and upgrades of selected portions of the installation’s electrical power distribution system. It also includes an expansion of the electrical switching station at Beacon Hill. Combined with new connection lines to be provided by the Korea Electrical Power Corporation, the installation will benefit from an increase in electrical capacity critical for new facilities coming online within the next several years. Directorate of Public Works Master Planning Division, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Far East District and SK hosted a project kickoff meeting at the Humphreys Community Activity Center Feb. 10 to provide planning information to staff sections and key stakeholders about potential impacts to utility outages

(electrical and water), road closures, and facility demolitions. Participants included members of a biweekly working group who develope strategies and measures to reduce disruptions to the garrison community, and the garrison’s mission and operations. Once construction begins in summer 2009, field crews will work simultaneously in the expansion land, as well as the existing installation. FED and DPW have begun coordinating efforts to ensure lines of communication will be in place before physical work actually begins. Construction is expected to continue through fall 2013. The contract, the single largest contract ever awarded by FED, will provide for 570 acres of land development, and placement of new utilities, roads and drainage in the new land adjacent to Humphreys as an ongoing part of the Humphreys transformation and Yongsan Relocation Program.

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Camp Long legacy recognized during ceremony

Brent Abare, executive assistant for base operations in Wonju presents Gen. Paik, Sup Yup former First Republic of Korea Army commander and revered Korean War hero an album of recently discovered Korean War-era photos as Col. John Dumoulin Jr., USAG-Humphreys commander and Anthony Marra, Area III chief of fire emergency services look on. Photos in the album included images of Paik - nearly 54 years ago - during Camp Long’s dedication ceremony. Download this picture online at www.flickr.com/imcomkorea. — U.S. Army photo by Lori Yerdon By Lori Yerdon USAG-Humphreys Public Affairs HUMPHREYS GARRISON — More than 40 Area III Soldiers, Civilians, retirees and Republic of Korea Soldiers paid homage

to Sgt. Charles R. Long – the namesake of Camp Long – at a memorial ceremony near Wonju Feb. 12 The recognition ceremony is thought to be the first held since the dedication of Camp Long in 1955.

“The ceremony really brought the community together,” said Brent Abare, executive assistant for base operations in Wonju. “There was a lot of good energy surrounding this event.” Sgt. Long received the Medal of Honor

posthumously for heroic deeds preformed near Wonju on Feb. 12, 1951. “While serving in Company M, Sgt. Long stood his ground during a fierce battle, without regard to his own person safety,” said Col. John Dumoulin Jr., USAG-Humphreys commander. “Sgt. Long’s actions during the Korean War were that of a hero.” Gen. Paik, Sup Yup former First Republic of Korea Army commander and revered Korean War hero spoke during the ceremony and expressed his admiration for Sgt. Long. “I greatly admire Sgt. Charles Long and his contributions as a war hero,” said Paik. During the ceremony, Abare presented Paik with an album of recently discovered Korean War-era photos. Photos in the album included images of Paik during Camp Long’s dedication ceremony – 54 years ago. “It doesn’t seem to have happened that long ago,” said Paik. “I have many memories coming back.” Abare praised guest speaker Maj. Gen. Lee, Yong Seok, 36th Infantry Division commander Republic of Korea Army for the safety and security of not only Camp Long, but for the city of Wonju as well. “As I look around today, it’s heartwarming to be surrounded by such history, espirit de corps and camaraderie,” said Dumoulin. “For over 50 years the United States and Republic of Korea have been staunch allies. I feel very fortunate to have been serving in the Republic of Korea, side-by-side with true professionals.” Abare’s goal is to continue hosting the memorial ceremony each year to recognize and honor Sgt. Long’s ultimate sacrifice.

Medical clinic renovations expanding space for patient care

By Ken Hall USAG-Humphreys Public Affairs

H U M P H R EY S G A R R I S O N — Medical services continued as Korean construction workers recently combined an adjacent facility with the existing medical clinic here. Renovations of the clinic began two months ago, proceeding in stages to allow patients access to healthcare. “We’re doing the clinic in four phases so people can still be treated,” said Jordon Shoop, Project Manager Johnny and James Worldwide Services. “We’ve been isolating areas of the clinic and blocking them off as we renovate them. We didn’t have a choice as this is the only clinic Humphreys Garrison has. We’ve utilized as much space as existed, including expanding into the ambulance bay for after-hours care.” Shoop said J and J has been supporting military facilities throughout the peninsula for more than 30 years and noted that one of the best parts of the company’s success has been in the way J and J construction projects are supported. “We specialize in medical facilities and our Korean contractor, Yi and Qwon is well-prepared and ready to go,” he said. Shoop attributes Y&K’s experienced workers as crucial for successful completion of the projects. “The way we get things done together is one of the things I love about

Perspective view of the completed Humphreys Garrison medical and dental clinic. Illustration courtesy Jordan Shoop. our partnerships in Korea,” he said. A key aspect of American and Korean cooperation during the USAG-Humphreys multi-billion dollar transformation is the positive attitudes of the Soldiers and contractors who work together on what has been highly regarded as the peninsula’s installation of choice to serve. “We’ve been coordinating well together during the construction,” said 1st Lt. Ashley Miller, executive officer, USAGHumphreys medical clinic. “The progress has been excellent and the workers have always showed up and have done a great job.

We’ve received many compliments about our renovation and expansion from Soldiers and Family Members. One of the benefits of the expansion has been the addition of a physical therapist and therapy room, which we didn’t have before.” Miller said before the renovation and expansion of the clinic, Soldiers requiring physical therapy had to travel to Yongsan for their appointments and as Humphreys expands its population it will now be more practical for treatment here. “ When troops star t arriving at Humphreys, we’ll have more exam rooms

to treat them, and this will enable the clinic to hire more health care providers,” said Lt. Col. William McCarthy, Director of Facilities, U.S. Army Medical Department Activity-Korea. “I’m very impressed with how the contractors are performing the work and following all the building codes. All eyes are on USAG-Humphreys as reconstruction moves forward, but I won’t sacrifice a quality outcome for the sake of a faster renovation completion time.” McCarthy said he anticipates the Humphreys Medical Clinic renovations will be complete during summer, 2009.

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USAG-Daegu conducts Emergeny First Responder Exercise at Camp Carroll By Pfc. Lee, Dodam USAG-Daegu Public Affairs CAMP CARROLL — USAG-Daegu conducted an installation-wide Emergency First Responder Exercise at Camp Carroll Feb. 13. The exercise included multiple events and stressors which are intended to task the command’s ability to provide coordinated command and control, coordinated Force Protection Condition actions and respond to a terrorist threat or incident. Soldiers, civilians, fire fighters, medical personnel and military police forces all participated in this comprehensive exercise. Participants and trainees learned how to respond to each different situation quickly. They also got to determine their ability to deter, detect, defend, respond to and then recover from a variety of simulated activities and situations. USAG-Daegu Supervisory Operation Plans Mark S. Faivre explained this day’s exercise scenario. “This exercise today was simulated vehicle accident with two vehicles that has number of injured personnel. A call was made initially to the MP station reporting vehicle accident then the first responders, military police, arrived at the scene. They access the situation and call the fire department. The medical personnel was called at TMC. They dispatched ambulances to help evacuated wounded.” Participants tried to simulate every situation as realistically as possible so that they can be fully ready for the actual incidents. They used ‘moulage’ method which is applying mock injuries for the purpose of training. Moulage is used to dress up role players with a variety of simulated injuries for medical providers to practice appropriate treatment.

Soldiers, civilians, fire fighter, medical personnel and military police forces participated in Emergency First Responder Exercise. They try to figure out what reaction to take with casualties. — U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Lee, Dodam The exercise was planned systematically to make this event successful. The training was divided into four phases. Initially, a rapid shield tabletop exercise was conducted on Jan. 23 which was to educate participants on the basics of the exercise. The second phase was ROC-drill which is to get ready for the actual training, Feb. 6. The third phase was an actual full-scale exercise. Lastly, after action review was

performed to see how the exercise was well planned and organized and how it could be improved for next time. As the exercise was fully organized prior to the actual event, Soldiers and civilian personnel could help each other by playing their roles out effectively. Each member knew what their appropriate reaction should be and how to handle the situations. Even though the rainy weather

With cooperation among all participants including Soldiers, fire fighters and military personnel, they can safely treat a casualty and carry him or her to an ambulance. Download this photo at www.flickr.com/imcomkorea. — U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Lee, Dodam

was not helpful, the exercise went smoothly. Soldiers took charge of military police and medical role in the meanwhile civilian personnel contributed as fire department and medical staff. Cooperation between Soldiers and civilian personnel is essential in case when there is a terrorist attack or any other incident occur. By helping each other, the problem can be solved more quickly and effectively which in the end can save more lives. Working together as an integrated response force, they ensured that resources were focused on getting each incident under control. According to Faivre, “Calls were made to civilian Korean facilities off post that we have an agreement with like hospital, police and fire unit in Waegwan and Gumi community in case we have situation we need additional help.” It is not the first time when this kind of exercise was conducted. Rapid Shield Training was held last September with similar concepts. It is important to perform emergency exercise occasionally to get ready for any probable incident. It is similar to Soldiers get trained for war. The purpose of the training is to save lives and get adverse situations under control as soon as possible. From the huge success of the exercise with a lot of effort from every participant, the Daegu community can assure that its emergency first responders are fully trained and can handle any probable situations. “There were many people who were present to observe and record to see if things went well, and things we need to improve. From this comprehensive exercise, we learned many valuable things,” said Faivre.

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Camp Carroll Lunch Buffet Camp Carroll Bowling Center provides All-you-can-eat daily international lunch buffet. The menu varies daily. Monday is Italian, Tuesday is Mexican, Wednesday is oriental, Thursday is all American and Friday is fish fry. It opens from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. It costs $7.95. For more information call 765-4470. 2009 DSA Tuition Scholarship Applications for five tuition-only scholarships totaling $10,000 are now available to qualifying Daegu Spouse Association members and their dependents. The application with applicable rules is available online at www.taeguspouses.org. Submission deadline is March 31, 2009. Contact Laurie Slade at [email protected] or 010-8671-6061 for more information. Daegu Spouses Association. DSA is accepting application for 2009-2010 board positions. Positions available are president, first and second vice president and secretary. DSA will accept application from Feb until Apr 10. If interested please contact Kelly Gemin at geminkl@ yahoo.com, 010-8671-7042 or you can pick one from the Apple Tree. Mardi Gras Come and celebrate Mardi Gras at Hiltop Club, Feb. 20 and at Hideway Club, Feb. 21 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. on both days. There will be food, special drinks, games and door prizes. Do not miss the prize for best costume! For more information call 764-4985 or 765-8574. Camp Carroll Worship Service Every Tuesday there will be an 11:40 a.m. worship service at the Camp Carroll Chapel. Everyone is invited. Lunch will be provided after the service. For more information, contact the Camp Carroll Chapel staff at 765-8343.

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Military Parents Join Ranks of Heroes at Home for the Children of Warriors By Rob, Mcllvaine FMWRC Public Affairs “Heroes at Home,” a military partnership with the Parents as Teachers National Center, will be expanded this year to serve Families at 24 more garrisons. It has been serving military Families at 12 garrisons since 2006. This expansion includes additional parent educators, training, technical support and outreach to states heavily impacted by National Guard and Army Reserve deployments. It also includes the development of Parents as Teachers-Heroes at Home programs in new locations across the country. “Our mission is caring and it’s a mission we take very seriously,” said Shirley A. Young, Child and Youth Specialist with the U.S. Army Child, Youth and School Services Center of Expertise who oversees staff training. “Supporting military Families, particularly those with very young children, strengthens our Army Families, our service members and our nation.” The mission is more important than ever because of the frequent deployments which have turned some garrisons into “revolving doors” for Soldiers, according to Young. Almost half of all active service members have children, with nearly 40% of these children under the age of five. Because more than a third of first-time military parents are 21 or younger, the pressure to recognize the child’s needs and where to go for help while serving our country becomes intensified. “As a military Family, we lose our support network because of deployments and changes of station. As a result, we do not have the immediate assistance of Family and friends,” said Melinda Thayer, a mom of three at Fort Bragg, N.C. “HAH provides a support network, teaches us activities so we can interact with our children, and helps keep

us balanced through the extreme changes we experience as a military Family,” Melinda and her husband, Capt. Peter Thayer, Delta Company, 90th Civil Affairs, first joined PAT-HAH at Fort Lewis, Wash., two years prior to being transferred to Fort Bragg. The were thrilled to discover the program in place at their new duty station. Integral to the success of PAT-HAH are the Parent Educators, many of whom are military Family members themselves and step up to help their fellow parents. Kajsa Blansett has been a PE for two years. She previously worked as a preschool teacher at the Child Development Center in Vilseck, Germany when she was stationed there with her husband, 1st Sgt. Chad Blansett. “When I got to Fort Bragg,” recalled Blansett, “I started looking for a job and saw an ad about the Parent Educator program, so I called up and spoke with Dr. Janet Crow. She filled me in on what the program was all about, and I became inspired.” Dr. Crow, PhD, CFLE, recently joined Baylor University as a faculty member in the Child and Family Studies program. She was the PAT National Center project manager for “Heroes at Home” working with DoD and the Army to implement the pilot programs at the original 12 military installations. Currently, the project manager coordinating with Shirley Young at the national center is Kate DeKoning. Crow’s 20-year career in childhood development, education and Family support (with 11 years specifically serving military Families,) in addition to being a military spouse, has given her inside expertise into the U.S. military, military Families, deployments and how the military lifestyle affects young children. “Heroes at Home was her baby,” Blansett said. “Her vision was to have the program at all military installations so that when

military Families move from one garrison to another, the program would already be in place and could pick you up where you left off.” “I went to the week-long training in St. Louis and learned how to work with Families and give them emotional support by building on each Family’s strengths through home visits,” Blansett said. “For me, this job is so rewarding. You see the difference you can make in their lives, immediately.” Deployed parents enrolled in the program (Blansett visits 38 Families per month) receive updates about their child’s development monthly. They also receive handouts on topics such as preparing for deployment, staying connected during the deployment, and preparation for reuniting after a deployment is complete. Information is provided through email or through regular mail to a parent’s deployment location as well as to the home. “At many sites, we have been able to keep fathers or mothers who are currently stationed in Iraq or Afghanistan connected with what’s going on at home through webcams and video conferencing,” Young said. For two years now, PAT-HAH has served hundreds of military Families at Fort Leonard Wood, Mo.; Fort Riley, Kan.; Fort Leavenworth, Kan.; Fort Hood, Texas; Fort Bragg, N.C.; Fort Stewart, Ga.; Fort Campbell, Ky.; Fort Lewis, Wash.; Fort Wainwright, Ala.; Camp LeJeune, N.C.; Whiteman AFB, Mo.; and Norfolk Naval Station, Va. Under the new contract, these 12 programs will continue with 24 additional sites added in the first year. By the end of the first quarter, 2009, the following ten sites will be implemented: Fort Richardson, Ala.; Fort Huachuca, Ariz.; Fort Carson, Colo.; Fort Benning, Ga.; – See HEROES Page 28 –

USAG-Daegu Spotlight: UFC members visit AREA IV

DAS Leadership Conference Daegu American School holds third annual leadership conference Feb 27-28 from Friday 5 p.m. until Saturday 7 p.m. It is at DAS annex building. The conference is for DAS students interested in leadership training and community members willing to train the students. If interested contact Thelberstine Buford at [email protected]. Apple Tree Gift Shop Come visit the apple tree gift shop. It is located next to the Evergreen Golf Club parking lot. Ask about group shopping dates, 60 days layaway Korean Furniture, Souvenirs, Celadon, Jewelry and much, much more! It opens on Wednesday and Saturday from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. Visit www.flickr.com/imcomkorea to download high-resolution versions of the photos featured in the USAGDaegu section of the Morning Calm.

Ultimate Fighting Championship members visit Camp Carroll Feb. 10 and conduct a combative clinic teaching fighting skills to Soldiers and the community. Download this photo at www.flickr.com/imcomkorea. — U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Lee, Dodam

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Space Heaters – Give Em’ space! By Andrew M. Allen USAG-Daegu Fire & Emergency Services Space heaters are one of the most common causes of fires during the colder winter months. Last year alone, portable space heaters accounted for 21,800 fires and 300 deaths in the United States. Here are some safety tips for buying and using space heaters: 1. On post, to include military housing, the use of privately owned space heaters is prohibited in all buildings, tents and vehicles. (Ref. 8th AK PAM 420-1) 2. Off post residence: Select or purchase only a space heater with a guard around the heating element, and choose a space heater that has been tested and certified by a nationally recognized testing laboratory such as UL. These heaters meet specific safety standards. 3. Place the heater on a level, hard and nonflammable surface, not on rugs, carpets or wet surfaces. Keep the heater at least three feet from bedding, drapes, furniture, or other flammable materials. 4. Never leave a space heater on when you go to sleep and never place a space heater close to any sleeping person. 5. Turn the space heater off if you leave the area. Keep children and pets away from space heaters.

If you have any questions about Fire Safety, please contact your local Fire Prevention Office. For Camp Walker, Henry & George call Mr. Sin at 768-7867, for Camp Carroll and Apo call Mr. Yon at 765-7190 and for BSF call Mr. Kim at 763-7209.

Schofield Barracks, Hawaii; Fort Polk, La.; Fort Drum, N.Y.; Fort Bliss, Texas; and Fort Eustis and Fort Story in Virginia. Fourteen more sites will follow later in the year. PAT-HAH is based on the premise that parents are the first and best teachers. Following an intense certification process at the PAT National Center where PEs take the “Born to Learn” course, these parent educators will be able to help other military parents mitigate risk factors of military lifestyle, repeated deployments, separation and geographic single parenting. “Before we enrolled with PAT-HAH, I was getting parenting advice by phone and struggling with being away from my friends and Family and the help they could provide,” Capt. Thayer said. “No amount of talking about parenting can teach as much as the advice our Parent Educator can give on effective ways to speak to a child so she will listen.” Heroes at Home Parent Educators are also trained in ways to facilitate continued connections between parents and their children during separations; improve parenting practices, enhanced parentchild interactions, and increased parent competence and confidence. PE’s help with early detection of developmental delays and other health issues, help prevent child abuse and neglect and increase school readiness and academic success by facilitating strong parent/school partnerships. “We initially contacted PAT because our daughter was fighting us to get her way,” Melinda Thayer said. “Our PAT educator taught us by example how to interact with our daughter. I miss not being able to raise

USAG-D • PAGE 27 http://imcom.korea.army.mil from Page 26 my children surrounded by my parents, relatives, and friends. PAT has helped our Family gain access to social activities for our children, demonstrated wonderful ways to teach our children through play, and has referred us on to other programs when our son needed extra assistance.” The expansion of the program will not only provide additional support for military Families with infants and toddlers, it will allow Families to consistently receive Parents as Teachers services as they relocate around the country. Stationed at Fort Campbell in Kentucky are Jessica Bryan and her son, Adrian. Her husband, Spc. Dave Bryan is currently deployed to Afghanistan. “I know that our Parent Educator Angie Enlow and Parents as Teachers will never replace Family, but they are a close second,” Jessica said. “Dave and I, and our son, Adrian, are truly happier people to be part of a program made for military Families like us.” Parents as Teachers National Center is the resource base and backbone of Parents as Teachers, based in St. Louis. It is a parent education and early childhood development program serving parents from pregnancy until their child enters kindergarten, usually age five. The nonprofit National Center oversees approximately 3,000 programs offering Parents as Teachers services nationwide as well as in several other countries. Heroes at Home program is customized to address the needs of military Families, and is just one of the programs offered by PAT. For more information about Parents as Teachers, visit www.parentsasteachers.org.

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This week’s USAG-Daegu job profile: How do you help USAG-Daegu to accomplish its mission? In general, I am in charge of managing three different Army and Air Force Exchange Service locations: Camp Henry food court, Camp Henry theater snack-stand and Daegu American School cafeteria. I mostly educate AAFES employees to provide better customer services in order to make customers feel at home, a comfort zone for U.S Soldiers and civilians living away from home. The parts of customer services include sanitation, kindness and fresh food.

Ms. Yi, Hye-kyong AAFES Camp Henry food court Manager

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Camp Henry food court Manager What qualities does your job require? As a manager, it is essential to set a good example to other employees to create a better team spirit. Also, Eventually, good team spirit causes good customer service. Trying not to over-exercise authority on employees helps in building a team spirit. Also, No matter if I am in good mood or not, it is important to give warm hospitality to customers all the time. What do you like most about your job? I have worked for 15 years in Camp Henry and I’ve never got customers complaining about our services. As a manager in charge

of customer service, receiving no complaints is very meaningful, indicating superior customer service. When costumers are appreciative of my management and customer service and when my employees get promoted by their great working attitude, I feel proud. What is one thing about your job that most people don’t know? We, as a team, always work hard to provide the best service to customers. I want people to understand we actually care about customers from the bottom of our heart.

AREA IV Job Opportunities ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER

VACANCY

APF US CITIZEN POSITIONS KOEZ09228526 Telecommunications Specialist KOEZ08783038R-1 Marine Cargo Specialist KOEZ0889914R-1 Range Operations Specialist KOEZ09255761 Lead Human Resources Assistant KOEZ09293557 Mail and File Clerk KOEZ09297592 IT Specialist (Network/Sysadmin) KOEZ08877082R Supv Financial Administrator KOEZ09293433 Supv Logistics Management Specialist KOEZ09228585 Supervisory Industrial Engineering KOEZ09228588 Civil Engineer NAF US CITIZEN POSITION KRNAFEZ090005WW CYS Facility Director KN NAF POSITIONS(Open to KN & 3rd Country Family Members) SN-09-0095T Electronics Worker SN-09-0102T Recreation Aid(Lifeguard) SN-0900103T Waiter/Waitress For more information, contact Employment Readiness Program Manager, Steven Wegley at 768-7951

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CLOSE DATE

GS-12 GS-9 GS-11 GS-5/6/7 GS-5 GS-11 YC-2 YC-2 YC-2 GS-11

36th Sig Bn, Cp. Walker 837th Trans Bn, Busan TSAK, Cp. Carroll CPOC, Cp. Henry USAG-D DHR, Cp. Carroll 6th Sig Cent. Cp. Walker MSC-K, Cp. Carroll 19th SC(E), Cp. Henry USAG-D DPW, Cp. Henry USAG-D DPW, Cp. Henry

Feb. 20 Feb. 21 Feb. 23 Feb. 23 Feb. 25 Feb. 25 Feb. 27 Mar. 3 Mar. 11 Mar. 11

NF-4

CYS2, Cp. Walker

Feb. 20

KWB-5 MWR, Cp. Walker KGS-3 MWR, Cp. Carroll KWB-2 MWR, Cp. Walker

Feb. 23 Feb. 26 Feb. 26

FEBRUARY 20, 2009

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