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USFK offices begin CAC logon By Kyu D. Han Regional Chief Information Office-Korea

SEOUL — The use of the Common Access Card Cryptographic Logon will become a reality for the Korean peninsula by June 30, 2006. Any user of a government information system will be required to verify. The CAC Cryptographic logon is an aggressive security measure to meet the Homeland Security Presidential Directive-12 requirement. Securing the U.S. Army and Department of Defense workstations is yet another way of protecting confidential information and maintaining the integrity of attached networks. A CAC offers much more than digital signatures and encrypted e-mail. Your Personal Identification Number authenticates you to your CAC. Also, unlike a pass word, your PIN is not transmitted over the network. You are logged on with your identify certificates embedded in the integrated circuit chip. If you were issued a CAC, but have not used your PIN regularly, it’s possible that you’ve forgotten your PIN or if you’ve “locked” your CAC by incorrectly entering your PIN

On the Ball Cpl. Kim Se-hun rushes the ball, as Cpl. Park Joung-gon tries to oppose him in an April 26 soccer match during KATUSA - U.S. Soldier Friendship Week, that ran April 24-28. Troop Command trounced Area II Support Activity in the competition. Since its creation, more than 250,000 Korean citizens have served as Korean Augmentation to the U.S. Army Soldiers. For the special coverage of the week’s activities in Yongsan, see Page 9.

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Enlisted servicemembers receive ‘six star’ treatment

By Rakendra Moore IMA-Korea Region Public Affairs

The USO welcomed an array of servicemembers for the 35th Annual Six Star Salute, as they honored 80 junior enlisted personnel from the armed forces of several countries April 27-28. The USO Six Star Salute was started in 1970 by a group of Korean civic leaders who wanted to express their country’s gratitude to the men and women who help defend their country. Today, that tradition is still carried on. This year, the USO honored 46 Americans, 32 Koreans, one Filipino and one Thai serviceman. As part of the event, servicemembers were treated to tours of many of Seoul’s cultural attractions, banquets and numerous gifts and prizes – including several scholarships. “I feel honored to be invited to the USO to represent both the branch of service that I serve and my squadron

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Airman 1st Class Johnnie Blount III, 7th Air Force, is surrounded by Korean children during the Six Star Salute tour of Kyungbok Palace. in Osan Air Base” said Sr. Airman Lanitra Higgins, 7th Air Force. The United States Forces Korea, United Nations Command and the Republic of Korea armed services

were all represented for this two-day event that recognized the achievements of a selection of their best and brightest. The American Forces Spouses Club

started the day’s celebrations April 27 hosting a luncheon at the Dragon Hill Lodge. The next stop was Kyungbok Palace, where the “six star” servicemembers were treated like Hollywood celebrities as Korean children shouted greetings, waved and crowded around them. The children eagerly rushed to catch a glimpse of the Soldiers or to be photographed for memories. All of the servicemembers responded to their young admirers and seemed humbled by their innocence and affection. Spc. Bryan Lewis, 501st Military Intelligence Brigade, said “Anytime that I get time to spend with other soldiers, especially during KATUSAU.S. Soldier Friendship Week … it just makes the trip over to Korea so much more worth it. Especially being out on a day like today with all the kids makes it even that much better.” The Hyatt Hotel in Seoul hosted the

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measures down to the individual servicemember level in unit training, operations and off-duty activities. Leaders will ensure that every member is aware of and complies with the unit summer safety program. The Summer Safety Campaign focuses on the following areas: Leader Accountability Command involvement is a key factor to a successful safety program. Commanders of units involved in training and mission support operations must conduct risk assessments, set safety conditions and conduct operations and training to standards. Operational risk management is to be integrated into every aspect of the unit’s activities. This applies to both ground and aviation operations. Engaged leadership sets the tone for success. Throughout the Summer Safety Campaign, our most effective approach will be to mitigate the risks associated with the off-duty activities of our young servicemembers. We will do this through a range of engagement strategies, including oneon-one counseling that I refer to as a

The summer season begins in a few weeks and it is time for us to focus our efforts on preventing hot weather related accidents, and mitigating the effects of destructive weather. Whether we are talking about summer military training or recreational activities, the common denominator is that we will all be spending more time outside. The 2006 Summer Safety Campaign began Monday and runs through Sept. 30. The Summer Safety Campaign Memorandum (available on the U.S. Forces Korea homepage) provides more information about the campaign and tasks commanders to develop summer safety programs for their units. The success of this campaign depends on all of us. Leaders at every level must lead this campaign and ensure that their unit summer safety program is fully developed and implemented. These programs must provide a comprehensive, proactive means of identifying risks and implementing risk-mitigating

meeting “under the oak tree.” Heat Injuries The danger of heat injuries is a significant threat to our servicemembers and to mission accomplishment. Training on, recognizing and preventing heat injuries is essential. Water Activities Alcohol use, horseplay, inexperience, lack of supervision and swimming in unauthorized areas are the most common factors involved in water-related incidents. Safety awareness and swimming only in authorized areas are the keys to preventing accidents. Each area must distribute information on authorized swimming areas. Alcohol and Substance Abuse Leaders must be aggressive in preventing alcohol and substance abuse following long deployments and during the summer season. Motor Vehicle Safety The dangers of drinking and driving and the hazards associated with operating vehicles, especially motorcycles, must be emphasized. New arrivals and individuals traveling to CONUS are at higher risk.

Gen. B.B. Bell United Nations Command/Combined Forces Command/U.S. Forces Korea commander Recreational Activities Personnel must be made aware of the hazards associated with activities such as bicycling, camping, hiking, skating and summer outings; and the precautions they should take to avoid injury. Wellness Family separations can be stressful for servicemembers and their families.

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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 the guilt or innocence of any person.

Indecent Assault -- Subect 1 and Subject 2 went into Subject 2’s barracks room and were consuming alcohol when Subject 2 attempted to kiss Subject 1. Subject 1 said he/she toldSubject 2 to stop and then punched Subject 2 in the face when he/she tried to kiss him/her again, at which time Subject 2 stopped and walked away. April 26, Criminal Investigation Division coordinated with Subject 2’s unit commander and briefed him on all aspects of this investigation. Unit commander stated Subject 2 did not commit the offense of indecent assault as no physical contact was made with Subject 1. The commander stated the offense of simple assault did not occur as Subject 1 struck Subject 2 in self defense and to prevent any criminal acts from occurring. The allegation of underage consumption of alcohol was referred to the unit commander for action by CID.

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Investigation continues by CID. ! Assault Consummated by Battery -- Subject 1 and Subject 2 were involved in a verbal altercation which turned physical when Subject 1 tried to punch Subject 2. Subject 2 then punched Subject 1 on his/her facial area and neck. Subjects 1 and 2 were apprehended and transported to the Camp Casey Provost Marshal’s Office, where they were administered series of Field Sobriety Tests, that they failed. Subjects 1 and 2 were transported to the Troop Medical Clinic, where they were administered command-directed blood alcohol tests with results pending. Subject 1 and 2 were released to their units. Saturday, Subject 1 was advised of his/her legal rights, that he/she waived, rendering a sworn statement attesting to the incident. Subject 2 was advised of his/her legal rights, that he/she waived, rendering a sworn statement, attesting to the incident. Investigation continues by MPI. ! Underage Drinking, Failure to ID -- Subject 1 was observed consuming an alcoholic beverage in the Friends Club. When Subject1 was approached by Korean National

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Police, in coordination with MPs, Subject 1 stated he/ she was not a servicemember and refused to produce his/her ID card. KNP searched Subject 1 and discovered his/her ID card revealing Subject 1 was under the legal age to consume alcohol. Subject 1 was transported to the Yongsan PMO where he/she was administered a series of FST that he/she failed. Subject 1 was not advised of his/her legal rights due to his/her suspected level of intoxication. Subject 1 was further processed and released to his/her unit. April 29, Subject 1 returned to the Yongsan PMO where he/ she was advised of his/her legal rights, that he/she invoked, requesting a lawyer. This is a final report. ! Damage to Government Property, Damage to Personal Property -- Subject 1 noticed a burning odor emitting from Bldg. 572, Rm. 212, that was secured and unoccupied. Subject 1 notified the fire department who responded and contained the fire. Fire Department stated the cause of the fire was a lit candle on a table near other combustible items inside the room. Investigation continues.

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Providing aid and comfort Filipino Dancers Sought Volunteers are needed to teach Filipino cultural dances in Yongsan. Anyone with the know-how and the time is asked to pass on their talent and skill to those who would like to learn and showcase dances unique to the Filipino culture. Individuals are also being sought who wish to learn traditional Filipino dances. These dancers will be invited to participate in cultural celebrations as part of Asian-Pacific Month in May. Anyone interested in teaching or learning Filipino dance may contact Dolly Toney by e-mail at [email protected]. Korean Campaign Season The season is coming for Korea nationwide campaigns and elections for mayors, governors and councilmen. Any officials seeking re-election or planning to run for a different office must resign their current position by May 19 (others in the organization will serve in their place during the campaign season). Officials will campaign for two weeks and Voting Day is May 31. Taxi Prices Increase Rising fuel expenses combines with the strength of the Korean won is forcing the Army and Air Force Exchange Service to adjust its taxi cab fares in Korea. The fare adjustment wil not impact calculated distance and time, which will remain at 30-cents-per-unit increments. The only modification daytime riders will notice will be a change to the initial charge -- $2.30 as of Monday. In addition, AAFES taxis are adopting the industry standard throughout Korea of applying a 20 percent late night premium for services between midnight and 4 a.m. “No one likes price increases, but market forces dictated that AAFES had to adjust rates to ensure our troops in Korea and their families receive dependable and safe transportation support,” said AAFES Pacific Commander, Col. Michelle GardnerInce. “Considering AAFES taxi fares are received in U.S. dollars, the combination of a strong won and increased fuel costs made the increase unavoidable.” AAFES Haircut Prices to Increase June 1 Customers will pay a little more for a haircut at AAFES facilities in Korea beginning June 1, when the price will increase 35 cents to $7.60. In an effort to lessen customer impact of an increase, AAFES officials raised the price in two steps. The first increase came in April, when prices rose 50 cents. Prior to this effort, the last price increase took effect June 1, 2004. Since Korean barber shops are off limits to military personnel, AAFES uses the average price of a haircut from 10 CONUS Market Basket Surveyed locations less 30 percent to establish the haircut price at AAFES Korea barber shops.

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Lt. Col. Roscoe Van Camp, 8th Medical Operations Squadron, together with other medical personnel, helps to treat a victim of a simulated vehicle-borne improvised explosive device during an emergency management exercise, or EME, Tuesday. The EME was conducted as part of the 8th Fighter Wing’s 2006 unit compliance inspection.

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three consecutive times. In either case, you can reset your PIN at the nearest CAC PIN Reset workstation at your local Directorate Of Information Management office. Over the next several months, personnel will receive an e-mail directing them to a website. Logon to the website will require the individual CAC, standard username and password, and the PIN. This site will ensure Active Directory has the proper user identity from your CAC. Once completed, an email is sent stating that the verification is complete and the individual’ CAC is correctly configured and ready for CCL. In order to facilitate this transition to CCL, all personnel are asked to prepare their CAC prior its implementation. To prepare for the transition, individuals should: ! Know your PIN ! Validate the three certificates on your CAC (identity, signature and encryption). ! Ensure you have the proper email account bound to your CAC. a. Army Knowledge Online for DA civilians and soldiers. b. Official Korea e-mail of AKO (sponsored account) for all other authorized CAC users. c. Publish your certificates to the Global Address List. ! Register your CAC with AKO and the Defense Online Portal (https:/ /gesnew.dod.mil).

Communications platoon sets certification standard By Sgt. Tony Williams 1-43 Air Defense Artillery Battalion

The Communications Platoon of Headquarters and Headquarters Battery, 1-43 Air Defense Artillery Battalion certified its third Communications Relay Group crew this year April 14. “This is a major accomplishment,” said Staff Sgt. Jamie Skinner, NCOIC of training. “This has never been accomplished before in Korea.” The platoon is now working on certifying a fourth crew. The mission of the Communications Platoon is to support 1-43 ADA Battalion’s ability to communicate with its Battery Fire Units in order to maintain command and control. The platoon uses four main pieces of equipment to accomplish the mission. The Communications Relay Group is a communications van that controls all of the communications equipment. The Antenna Mast Group consists of four antennas used to put in four communications shots with adjacent fire units and higher echelons. The final

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Chief Warrant Officer Phillip Puckett, 1-43 Air Defense Artillery Battalion senior evaluator, briefs a Communication Relay Group crew on a job well done during certification training April 14.

piece of equipment is two generators which power the CRG and AMG. The CRG is an essential communication system for the battalion, since mountainous terrain in Korea can limit communications due to problems with line of site. The CRG can be emplaced to relay information around large communication obstacles, such as hills and mountains. Without the CRG, the fire units would have a much harder time identifying enemy and friendly aircraft. Crews are evaluated in three main areas. First, the crew is assessed on the equipment maintenance. All equipment should be in proper working order and any faults or problems with the equipment should be annotated with a corrective action. “We worked long hours making sure our equipment was prepared for the evaluation,” said Pfc. Keith George, Crew Two team member. “You don’t want to fail your evaluation because you’re missing a few screws or bolts.” After maintenance, the crew is evaluated on how well they can emplace the four pieces of equipment. The crew must follow a procedural checklist to safely emplace the equipment and open an operational communication link with a firing unit. This phase must be accomplished within 45 minutes. Finally, the crew is evaluated on how well they can reverse the cycle by breaking down the equipment and being ready to move to their newly assigned location. Again this must be accomplished in 45 minutes. “We went over the crew drills so many times that I lost count” said Pfc. Michael Nelson, Crew Three team member, “but the confidence gained by passing our evaluation was worth all the work.” All three CRG crews qualified on their first evaluation. Crew Two accomplished a perfect score of 100 percent. “Crew Two was the best CRG crew I have ever seen in 27 years,” said Chief Warrant Officer Phillip Puckett, 1-43 ADA

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Salute event’s main banquet the evening of April 27. Everyone was wearing their finest dress uniform they were joined by a list of distinguished guests including the U.S. Ambassador to Korea Alexander Vershbow and U.S. Forces Korea Commander Gen. B.B. Bell. The night’s keynote speaker was the Honorable Ban Ki-Moon the Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade of the Republic of Korea. The 80 honorees were presented with medals during the course of the evening’s banquet. When interviewed their gratitude was evident. “Being honored like that doesn’t happen very often,” said Pfc. Stephen Parvin, a participant from 2nd Infantry Division. While some relished in the evening’s events, others turned their expectations to what lay ahead. Sgt. Sung W. Choi, Headquarters, Marine Forces Korea, said “Today’s great, but what I am actually looking forward to tomorrow is the Blue House which I’ve never been too …” After breakfast April 28, visiting the presidential residence, or Blue

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from Page 1 House, was one of the main events for the honorees. The day also included a luncheon hosted by the mayor of Seoul at Sejong Cultural Center and a tour of the War Memorial. “The Korean Blue House, to see it, is quite breathtaking and absolutely beautiful”, said Sgt. Dustin Jorrick, 18th Medical Command. He also commented that the War Memorial definitely had a special effect on his heart. “To me, it showed that Korea is not just an ally,” he added. For the Korean participants, the day held special significance. Sgt. Kim Young-Hwan, Republic of Korea Army, said “As a Korean soldier, I have to spend two years at military … but because of this event, I feel that I have gained. I obtained something special during my military duty.” “It was a great honor for me to attend the Six Star Salute, and I will never forget for the rest of my life,” added Eric Invierno, Armed Forces of the Philippines and United Nations Command.

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Sgt. Ricardo Adderly, 1-43 Air Defense Artillery Battalion, (left) monitors an Antenna Mast Group as the crew works to raise the antenna. Bn. senior evaluator. “All three Soldiers have accomplished,” said crews were on top of their game.” Capt. Neil Myers, HHB, 1-43 ADA It took about two weeks of commander. “Their hard work has constant training for each crew to paid off and has improved the make this accomplishment. “I am Battalion’s overall operational extremely proud of what my readiness.”

Safety Leaders must be able to recognize the warning signs of suicide and domestic violence and know whereto get help when needed. The time to start preparing for summer is now. We can make a difference. We must do everything we can to prevent injury and loss of life, and to ensure our servicemembers, civilians, contractors and family members are protected as we execute our mission here in Korea with excellence. There is no greater priority than the safety of the people with whom we are privileged to serve. My greatest desire is

from Page 2 for us all to serve in this wonderful country of Korea safety, with no loss of life. Together and by aggressively executing our individual and leader responsibilities, we can all return to the United States alive, having done our best to assure peace and stability in this wonderful area of the world. We Go Together!

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All games were hotly contested during KATUSA-U.S. Soldier Friendship Week, but the soccer game was perhaps the most evenly played and the favorite among spectators.

Friendship W eek ccelebrates elebrates KATUSA -U.S. par tnership Week TUSA-U.S. partnership By Jim Cunningham Area 1 Public Affairs

CAMP CASEY — KATUSA-U.S. Soldier Friendship Week’s celebration and competition came to a close April 27 with the awarding of more than 20 trophies and other awards. The celebration included the finest of fine arts as well as martial arts. The competition included everything from tug-of-war to soccer. “It’s been a wonderful week of camaraderie and sportsmanship. Today we recognize the best of the best by awarding trophies, but this week is about more than that,” said Maj. Gen. George Higgins, 2nd Infantry Division commander. “It is about friendship ... among Soldiers and between the people of our two great nations.” Korea’s civilians, military and, of course, the KATUSA Soldiers have been America’s friends and allies for 55 years. An estimated 250,000 KATUSAs have served with the 2nd Infantry Division since the program began in 1950. “We are very proud of our KATUSAs, and I am so very pleased to welcome the families of our KATUSA Soldiers here today,” Higgins said. “We genuinely do not know what we would do without our KATUSA Soldiers. On behalf of all the commanders in the division, I congratulate all of you on your dedication and thank you for your outstanding service.”

After his remarks, Higgins introduced Lt. Col. Kim Sung joong, commander of the KATUSA Soldiers. “Thank you for attending this event and enhancing our morale,” Kim said. “This event is a symbol of our alliance, and it helps the KATUSA Soldier and the American Soldier understand each other. “Since its creation, there have been 250,000 KATUSAs served in duty to their country and to preserve freedom. The United States Forces in Korea have been a pillar of democracy and freedom to our country and the very reason for Korea’s success today. We give our deepest thanks to the United States Forces Korea Soldiers for generating freedom and democracy.” The 2nd Infantry Division Band started things off with marches by John Phillip Sousa followed by the presentation of the colors. A very exciting display of martial arts technique followed with a spectacular show of precision. The 9th Army Special Forces Martial Arts Team literally busted bricks with their heads and every other part of their bodies. Not only were they precise, but they performed with the precision of a Barnum and Bailey high-flying act, including jumping through flaming hoops. So much precision was followed with a great showing of pure artistry in dance. Dancers performed everything from the famed dragon dances to

dances depicting women working in and around streams. Although no mention was made as to the subject of these dances, most could be understood by watching the action. One dance featured a sonah (a short double reed conical wind instrument) soloist that reminded one of Dizzy Gillespie’s best nights in Tunisia. The relay race was the first sporting event featured April 27 and the Fires Brigade ran away with first place by taking a very long lead from the sound of the starting gun. Third place went to the Special Troops Battalion and runner up went to the Heavy Brigade Combat Team. The one competition that took no understanding to watch was the Kimajun competition; it reminds one of games kids play in the swimming pool. Three players line up with the middle player supporting a fourth player on his shoulders. The object is for the fourth player to pull the other teams down. First place went to AlphaBattery, HBCT, runner up went to Bravo Btry., HBCT and third place went to 304th Signal Battalion. The soccer championship was a game that had loads of great action and unusual plays. First place went to the Fires Brigade, runner up was STB and third place went to HBCT. Overall champion this year was Fires Brigade with 23 points.

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A Sonah musician plays a solo with the drums and gongs that sounded like Dizzy Gillespie’s best night in Tunisia.

This sprinter finishes far ahead of the competition to bring the win home to the Fires Brigade in the relay race.

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K ATUSA New transportation Costs in Effect Transportation costs from Camp Casey Gate One to New Town, Dongducheon are as follows: AAFES taxi - $3.50 to $5; local taxi - 3,500 to 5,000 won; local bus, 800 to 1,400 won. From Camp Casey Gate One to 2nd Market Dongducheon: AAFES taxi, $2.50 to $3; local taxi, 2,000 to 3,000 won; local bus, 800 to 1,400 won. Taxi costs from Gate One, Camp Casey to 2nd Market Dongducheon will be $1 to $2 less than those for New Town. There are two types of local bus: economy class without seats or business class with seats. Riders are advised to check with the driver if it’s the right bus to go to New Town or 2nd Market, Central Market - Jungang sijang in Korean, to ensure they have selected the right bus.

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Team Alpha and Team Bravo of Heavy Brigade Combat Team play for the championship of Kimajun during KATUSA-U.S. Soldier Friendship Week.

CRC Physical Fitness Center Closes The Camp Red Cloud Physical Fitness Center will be closed from May 17 to 21 for the Courageous Channel exercise. BOSS Seeking New Frontiers There will be a Korea Region Office BOSS Fashion Bash, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. May 12 at Yongsan Moyer Theatre. Prizes will be awarded to top two winners in four categories: Casual/ Sports, Business, Formal and Personality. Registration deadline is today. POC is CAC/BOSS. Compete or just attend and enjoy the professional model training and the 8th Army Band Style Ensemble. There will be deejay entertainment after the party for the competitors. Warrior Sporting Events The Warrior Invitational Boxing Competition will be held at the CRC Fitness Center Saturday. It is open to active-duty military personnel stationed on USFK installations. The weigh-ins and medical exams will be 10 to 11:30 a.m. The competition will begin at 6 p.m. For information, call Warrior Sports at 732-6276/6927. The Casey and Red Cloud Enclave Golf Qualifications will be held May 20 at the Casey and CRC golf courses. It is open to active-duty military personnel stationed in Warrior Country/Area I. The top eight players in the men’s open and men’s seniors, and top four players in the women’s divisions from each of the enclaves qualification tournaments will advance to the Warrior Division Championship May 29 and 30. For information, call Casey Enclave Sports at 730-2322 and CRC Enclave Sports, 732-7757. Quartermaster Laundry Closed The quartermaster laundry will be closed today for Buddha’s Birthday and Children’s Day. They will open Saturday for the piece rate items and Monday for organizational items. For information, call 736-4397.

The ROK 9th SSB Martial Arts Team brought cheers from the crowd with their flaming hoop jump. This team demonstrated defense techniques with firearms as well as knives and swords.

Soldiers Advisory Council meets with AAFES By Jim Cunningham Area I Public Affairs

CAMP CASEY — Soldiers from Camp Casey met with representatives of the Army and Air Force Exchange Service April 20 to discuss problems with the merchandise offered to female Soldiers at the newly formed Soldiers Advisory Council focus group. The main complaint was casual street clothing offered by AAFES does not fit the American female Soldier, and it does not meet the Warrior Standards. “You say you serve diverse cultural backgrounds, but all the Soldiers see in your stores is clothing that’s only suitable for the Asian female, why is that?” asked Master Sgt. James Sibley. Pak Yong min, Camp Casey AAFES retail manager, explained the ordering process does not easily accommodate sudden changes. From the selection of the products to display on the floors of the stores takes a minimum of 300 days. “The first step in the process is for buyers and stores to analyze the previous season’s sales, adjust them for market trends and customer feedback, then lock in commitments for the upcoming season,” Pak said. “It is a team effort. Our headquarters staff values the individual store input they receive worldwide. Many stores hold meetings with customer groups, and we are taking a survey now.” “Does that mean that women warriors will have to wait 300 days to see clothing that will fit them in AAFES stores?” Sibley asked. “Not exactly,” Pak said. “We can order bigger sizes, and have them in the stores in about 60 days.” “Another question I have heard from many Soldiers concerns black marketing,” Sibley said. “Lt. Col. Terry Hodges and I watched a woman load a shopping basket up with cosmetics, virtually cleaning the cosmetic shelf off.

Korean folk dance teams warmed up the crowd before the sporting events.

She then went to the register to buy all of it, but no one asked any questions of the woman or had any problems with her buying all the cosmetics. No one stopped her. That left no cosmetics on the shelf for the female Soldiers. I know that one lady could not use all those cosmetics in a lifetime. What is being done about that?” “We can limit the amount any one person can buy at a single purchase,” Pak said. “We can train the checkers to stop people from making these kinds of purchases.” “Another thing I witnessed is a dependant buying 18 gallons of table wine in one purchase,” Sibley said. “What is being done in this regard?” “Again, we can put a stop to these kinds of purchases by training the checkers to refuse to check them out,” Pak said. E-mail [email protected]

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Eighteen Soldiers from Area I Headquarters and Headquarters Company delivered cases of cereal, sorted candy and boxes of goodies April 27 to 57 children, ages 6 to 18, at Kwangmyong Orphanage. Sgt.1st Class Sabrina Wilson and Staff Sgt. Jon Higgins Jr. help pass out the goodies to the orphans.

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Soldiers from Echo Battery, 1/43 ADA Regiment, fire a Stinger missile from an Avenger at an aerial target flying over the Yellow Sea at Chulmae Range. The battery qualifies every six months.

Air Defense Artillery scores high By Pvt. Dustin Roberts 35th Air Defense Artillery Brigade

CHULMAE RANGE — As the sunlight shimmered across the Yellow Sea a Chulmae Range March 27, Echo Battery, 1st Battalion, 43rd Air Defense Artillery Regiment, and 35th ADA Brigade, had one major objective for their five-day stay: to destroy targets. Echo, an Avenger battery stationed at Camp Casey, traveled to Chulmae in a nine-hour convoy to qualify with the .50caliber machine guns and Stinger missile weapon system, firing at targets in the water and in the air from right off the beach. “Twenty-four Avenger teams competed in a contest among Echo 1-43 called the “Top Gun,” said Staff Sgt. Jason Denen, chief of team Echo-44. “Teams consist of a team chief and a gunner who communicate with each

other when finding targets,” Denen said. “First an aerial target must be acquired by using the optical sight assembly before the gunner fires a stinger missile,” he said. “It’s a team effort to visually identify ground targets, planes and unmanned aerial vehicles.” The “Top Gun” competition kicked off with the judgement of avenger crew drills, an Army Physical Fitness Test, and an Avenger Gunner Skills Test one week prior to the qualification at Chulmae. “The battery commander and first sergeant also evaluated teams on visual aircraft recognition and general knowledge,” Denen said. The top 12 teams who scored the most points at each event got to fire a live Stinger missile at the range qualified target. “We’re preparing for air defense in a time of war. We must stay proficient in

Ar ea I char ts course Area for impr oved safety improved By Margaret Banish-Donaldson Area I Public Affairs

CAMP RED CLOUD – Warrior Country officials want Area I drivers to use common sense and not fall victim to accidents during the “101 Critical Days of Summer.” These 101 days fall between Memorial Day and Labor Day, and it is a period when the Army sees a rise in duty and off-duty vehicle accidents and injuries caused by increased activity and risk taking. “We seem to take for granted if you have all these cars on the Korean roads and all this traffic, you are going to have a certain number of accidents,” said Brian Tarrance, Area I safety manager at the Accident Review Board meeting. “Until you break through that mindset, it alters the way you face the problem.” The safety campaign aims at drawing attention to safety awareness and risk management, especially on the road. Challenges include congested highways, aggressive driving, speeding, narrow roadways, reduced visibility, environmental conditions, human error and mechanical issues. For these reasons, Tarrance and Pak Se hwan, safety surveyor, recently conducted traffic surveys on camps Casey, Stanley and Red Cloud. The purpose of the surveys is to provide the

our skills and that’s why we are here,” said Pfc. Chris Knight, gunner of team Echo-44. “The battery qualifies at Chulmae every six months in order to stay sharp and mission ready,” Knight said. “We are quick and proficient and know exactly what we are doing,” he said. “We’d be able to fight tonight.” The competition was very close and went down to the wire, but Team Echo44 pulled off the victory. The team received two tomahawk hatchets that served as trophies and earned their respected bragging rights as the Unit’s “Top Gun.” “Firing the Stinger was the best part of the qualification,” Denen said. “You’re happy after it’s over because the hard work pays off.” E-mail dustin [email protected]

community with responsive, proactive public safety services. Surveys count the number of vehicles and use that figure to determine an average daily traffic or the average annual daily traffic. The Safety Office looks at the road conditions, construction in the area, pedestrian and auto traffic to include; motorcycle, bicycle and scooter traffic. Also, they survey traffic activity in the bus stations and taxi stands. If necessary, mitigations are implemented to reduce or eliminate accidents. The following mitigations will be implemented in Area I: establishing new crosswalks; repaint existing cross walks; and add traffic lights, signs and speed bumps. “We need to eliminate these potential risks and accidents of our personnel,” said Col. Forrest Newton, Area I commander. “As leaders we need to establish rules and processes to make it as safe as possible for our workers before we put our personnel and vehicles on the road.” To ensure safe driving procedures, leaders and directors will be required to take the accident avoidance, commander’s safety and additional duty safety officers and supervisor’s safety online courses at http://www.army.mil. “However, training and knowledge are not enough, we must take action,” Newton said. “It all comes down to the basic roles and responsibilities of being good leaders.” E-mail [email protected]

Pfc. Kevin Riley of Echo Battery, 1/43 Air Defense Artillery Regiment, loads .50-caliber ammo into an Avenger’s 250-round ammo can. The 12 teams that scored the most points in each event went on to fire a live Stinger missile at the range qualified target.

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Eighth Military Police Brigade Korean Augmentation to the U.S. Army and U.S. Soldiers beat their way to victory in an April 25 talent show at Balboni Theater.

Area II KATUSA, U.S. Soldiers celebrate personal alliance with friendship week By Pfc. Lee Yang-won Area II Public Affairs

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Players from the 501st Corps Support Group and 2nd Battalion, 2nd Aviation Regiment, compete in flag football April 27.

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Sgt. Chadrick George (right) and Pvt. Ryan Marsh wrestle Korean style April 28.

YONGSAN GARRISON — Area II hosted its 30th KATUSA-U.S. Soldier Friendship Week April 24-28 to strengthen the Korea-U.S. alliance and to celebrate its accomplishments. More than 10 Army organizations participated in the festival by competing in sporting events and experiencing different aspects of Korean culture. The friendship week started Monday with field trips for each Area II unit. Destinations included amusement parks, mountains, a traditional folk village and the Korean War Memorial Museum. “This is a great time of year for both U.S. and KATUSA Soldiers to get together and have fun,” said Sgt. Andrew Mayer, 168th Medical Battalion. “People

can make friendships that will last beyond the military service.” Tuesday, eight Area II units showed off their expertise at a talent show in front of more than 500 community members at Balboni Theater. The performances featured songs, dances, drama and a traditional percussion show. “We practiced with the KATUSA Soldiers every day after work,” said Pvt. Rooks Bryant, 8th Military Police Brigade. “I think it was great to get together and I definitely loved it.” The 8th MP Bde. earned first place with their traditional Korean percussion show. Area II leaders officially kicked off the week with a Lombardo Field ceremony April 26. Area II Commander Col. Ron Stephen and Republic of Korea

Commander Col. Lee Yong-il gave opening remarks to promote mutual understanding between KATUSA and U.S. Soldiers. “The KATUSA Soldiers teach us about their culture,” Stephens said. “We teach them about ours. Our cultural exchange is a key ingredient to our success.” Following the ceremony, top Korean pop singers performed for the crowds at Collier Field House. “It was a great experience to actually see famous singers right in front of you,” said Pfc. Lee Sang-jun, Area II Support Activity. “I think it was an opportunity to let U.S. Soldiers know what kind of music we have in Korea.”

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KATUSA: This was my first friendship week By Sgt. Seo Ki-chul Area II Public Affairs

YONGSAN GARRISON — Nearly 1,000 Area II Korean Augmentation to the U.S. Army Soldiers celebrated the April 24-28 friendship week, but for some it was the first time they participated. “Many events like the talent show and various athletic competitions demonstrated the true meaning of the slogan, ‘we go together,’” said Cpl. Kim Sungyong, 18th Medical Command. “They were enough to bring U.S. and KATUSA Soldiers together as an Army of one.”

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Savannah Patterson(right), plays a Korean traditional game with Christina Owen April 27.

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Korean group “As One” performs April 27 at Collier Field House.

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Korean Augmentation to the U.S. Army and U.S. Soldiers enjoy an event at the friendship week opening ceremony April 26 at Lombardo Field.

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Evacuation Exercise A noncombatant evacuation exercise will be conducted May 18-20 at Collier Field House. All U.S. Forces Koreaaffiliated noncombatants in Area II are required to process. The field house will be open 24 hours each day beginning 6 p.m. May 18 and remain open until 6 p.m. May 20. NEO packets should be updated. Noncombatants from Hannam Village, Camp Market and K-16 Air Base should also report to Collier Field House. Other than those specifically selected for rehearsal processing, nobody should arrive earlier than 6 p.m. May 18 for processing. For information, contact your unit NEO warden. Ethnic Observance An Asian Pacific Heritage observance will be held 11:30 a.m. Saturday at Moyer CAC and Main Post Club parking lots. There will be traditional dancing, food sampling, educational information, games and a Filipino Band. Tae kwon do, aikido and other martial arts demonstrations will also be presented. For information, call 738-5254. Recognition Celebration Art, poetry, photos and paintings by military spouses are sought for a Spouse Recognition Celebration that will be held 3- 4:30 p.m. Monday at the Community Service Building. Prizes will be awarded for the best artwork. For information, call 738-7510. FRG Training Family Readiness Group training for commanders and leaders will be held 10 a.m. – noon Thursday at the Community Service Building, room 118. For information, call 738-7510. Spouse Recognition Art, poetry, photos and paintings by military spouses are sought for a Spouse Recognition Celebration that will be held 3-4:30 p.m. Monday at the Community Service Building. Prizes will be awarded for the best artwork. For information, call 738-7510. Job Fair Pre-register now for a job fair 10 a.m.-3 p.m. May 19 at the Embassy Club and May 20 at the Main Post Club. Advisors from the Army Career and Alumni Program and the ACS Employment Readiness Program will present information to prepare participants for employment anywhere. Other Area II organizations will also participate. For information, call 738-7334 or 8977 or register online at www.morejobsfairs.com. Seoul Singers The “Seoul Singers,” a group of military, embassy and Korean singers, will present their international chorus debut concert “Captain Noah and his Floating Zoo” 6:30 p.m. May 20 at the South Post Chapel. Admission is free. Selections include classical and folk music. For information, call 02-794-8343. Area II Web site For up-to-date news and information, visit the Area II Web site at http:// area2.korea.army.mil.

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Community responds to ‘Days of Remembrance’ 501st Military Intelligence Brigade hosts observance By David McNally Area II Public Affairs

YONGSAN GARRISON — One by one Area II community members walked to the front of the congregation to dramatically assume theatrical roles as holocaust victims. “I am …” said each participant, as they wove the real-life details of people caught up in the darkest days of Nazi Germany’s “final solution.” Slowly, a tapestry of history filled the minds of about 100 people who came to the 2006 Days of Remembrance observation at the South Post Chapel April 25. The event was sponsored by the 501st Military Intelligence Brigade. “This was very solemn for me,” said participant Staff Sgt. Martin Liu. Liu was one of seven servicemembers to light candles for the victims. He said in his nearly 20 years of Army service, he has never played a role in an observance ceremony like this, until now. “It was really an eye opener for me,” he said. “You learn about what happened in school or by reading documents, but this made me realize how terrible it was.”

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Rabbi David E. Lapp tells an Area II crowd about the events that led to the holocaust. Rabbi David E. Lapp, a retired Army chaplain, came to Korea to speak at the ceremony. Born in Vienna, Austria, in 1931, Lapp was witness to the beginnings of the holocaust. He said his father was forced to work in a Nazi labor camp until miraculously they were allowed to leave Europe in 1940. He said the memories are vivid. In his time as a Jewish Army chaplain, Lapp served in Germany. He said someone once told him, “we must forgive, but never forget.”

More than six million Jews perished in what became known as the “holocaust” during World War II. Millions of gypsies, homosexuals, Poles, Ukrainians and Russians also fell victim to genocide inside death camps across Nazi-controlled Western Europe during the war. Lapp told the crowd about the events that led to the rise of the Third Reich in Germany. “We must learn from history,” he said. E-mail [email protected]

Volunteers make ‘nest’ for expectant mothers By Sgt. Seo Ki-chul Area II Public Affairs

YONGSAN GARRISON — Volunteers made a better environment for expectant mothers at the Family Care Center March 24 - April 23. The renovation project involved Soldiers, civilians and families from different groups, including Area II Support Activity, 602nd Aviation Support Battalion, Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, Navy Spouses Club and many private organizations and demonstrated strong community relations with a month of hard work. “The Family Care Center is primarily for 38-week pregnant women from Areas I, III and IV,” said Chief of Family Support Division Brenda McCall. “The 121st General Hospital is the only American hospital in Korea, and they don’t have enough time to come over to the hospital from their area when they start going into labor.” The facility provides expectant mothers and families with eight bedrooms, kitchens and laundry rooms in two Yongsan buildings free of charge. It helps them stay close to the hospital with familiar surroundings. McCall said she recognized the need to refurbish all the Family Care Center rooms right after they took over the function in March. “After we got the flyer about the ACS looking for organizations that could adopt a room, we decided to join the event,” said Staff Sgt. Charlotte Ford-Cunningham, Area II Support Activity. “Each group took care of one room, but we could adopt two rooms thanks to large contributions from many sponsors.” Volunteers decorated the rooms by painting walls, and adding bedding, pictures, curtains, night stands and ornamental pieces. Some groups made floral decorations, a seating area and purchased new household appliances. Ford-Cunningham said her unit installed DVD players for each room. “There were televisions with only basic channels,” she said. “It may provide more recreation and help them to feel more

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Pfc. Lee Ji-hun (right) and Seo Ho-suk, both from Area II Support Activity, paint a wall in Family Care Center March 24. comfortable before they deliver a baby.” Yongsan ACS held a competition to see which organization could make the best room for expectant mothers. The 602nd Avn. Bn. from Camp Humphreys took first place. The Navy Spouses and Alpha Kappa Alpha followed with second and third place. McCall presented a certificate of appreciation to each group for their commitment and awarded trophies to the three winners at an April 28 ceremony. Relocation Program Manager Gina Mariano said the rooms look much cleaner and cozier, and even “more like a hotel.” “The criteria for judges were comfort, originality and creativity,” Mariano said. “One expectant mother said she thought the Family Care Center was not a good place to stay. But when I showed some photos of the remodeled rooms, she liked it and wanted to stay.” Sgt. Suzanne Samson, 602nd Avn. Bn., said she had a good time volunteering with her colleagues, and added it is a wonderful and necessary service for all. “Many volunteers put in a lot of hours and demonstrated

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YONGSAN GARRISON — For Robin Hood and his band of merry sandwiches, April 10 was a day of reckoning. It marked the day the Sheriff of Nottingham, better known as Army and Air Force Exchange Area Manager Paul Stenseth, decided to close the legendary eatery here. But AAFES officials had a quick transition in mind for a sandwich-starved community. “We are pleased to announce a new Subway sandwich shop at the Yongsan Town House,” Stenseth said. “Town House joins two other Area II locations with a Subway.” K-16 Air Base, Dragon Hill Lodge and Town House now offer the famous Subway sandwich shop. Robin Hood, a proprietary AAFES brand, has a history of more than 20 years, but worldwide, AAFES is making the switch to Subway. “There are a lot of really pleased customers,” Stenseth said. “It’s a name brand that young Soldiers and airmen grew up with.” Stenseth said Subway has a dedicated system with promotions, marketing and a larger menu. The sandwich shop offers six flavors of freshly baked bread, options for toasting and a wider variety of sandwich toppings. “They offer more to the customer,” he said. “What we have now is a system.” The fresh face to the Yongsan food business has

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Exchange officials said they are investing in name brand restaurants to better serve customers.

Above: Subway Manager Kim Mi-chi takes an order during a busy lunchtime. Left: The shop offers a wide variety of menu items.

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K ATUSA Thursday, a cultural festival introduced traditional costumes, food and games to the Soldiers and community members. “This is the first time putting on the empress dress,” said Sgt. Nicolas Wass, 8th U.S. Army Band. “The colors are really beautiful.” Soldiers got a taste of different kimchi, Korean rice cakes, tea, sweets and also played traditional games. For Korean and U.S. Soldiers the week

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is over, but the friendships may last a lifetime. “I had a great time with U.S. Soldiers during the friendship week,” said Cpl. Kim Tae-young, 8th MP Bde. “Now, I think we have a better understanding of each other’s culture.” (Editor’s note: See a slideshow of the week at http://area2.korea.army.mil) E-mail [email protected]

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Korean Augmentation to the U.S. Army Soldier Cpl. Kim Sung-yong, smiles while presenting Korean singer Yi Chae with a medal of appreciation at an April 27 performance . Kim entered the KATUSA program in May 2005. The Incheon native found the week of activites full of meaning. “The most enjoyable time was at the entertainment show,” he said. “It was the most fantastic concert I’ve ever seen in my life.” Kim said he could see Soldiers and also many civilians, families and kids shouting and dancing at the April 27 Collier Field House concert. “We had some U.S. Soldiers who had to stay at work through the week,” Kim

Nest the Army value of selfless service,” Samson said. “Soldiers from my unit named the room, ‘Serenity’.” Samson said she hopes couples can spend some quiet time with each other away from daily distractions for the birth of their child. Ford-Cunningham said she didn’t care about winning or losing even though her

Subway already met with success. Stenseth said that success is measured in repeat customers. “Name brand is what they are looking for,” he said. “We’ve found that this changeover has been very successful.” Area II AAFES invested $96,000 in Subway equipment and construction, to include a kitchen in the back. “This does not include cost related to franchise fees and other approval cost associated with franchise approval,” said AAFES Engineer Russ Contractor. The total project to add a Manchu Wok eatery and a Subway sandwich

said. “I hope to see more American Soldiers coming to have fun with their KATUSA comrades next year.” Kim said sometimes KATUSA and U.S. Soldiers experience many cultural differences while working together. “I think the KATUSA – U.S. friendship week is absolutely important because it gives us a chance to overcome those kinds of cultural barriers and to build up the everlasting friendship,” Kim said. E-mail [email protected]

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from Page 11 shop cost AAFES more than $325,000. Stenseth said Manchu Wok is also a successful brand customers recognize from back home. “The key to the whole thing is the strong name,” he said. “We’re bringing customers the names they grew up with and they know.” Stenseth said some of these restaurants are available in Seoul, but often with a steep increase in price. “What we’re doing is bringing them to an overseas environment in an affordable manner,” he said. E-mail [email protected]

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Consequences of Drug Use

What you don’t know about drugs can kill you

By 1st Lt. Michael Evans Yongsan Legal Office

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ore than 34.2 million Americans 12 and older have tried cocaine at least once; a median of 30.1 percent of adult male arrestees and 35.3 percent of female arrestees tested positive for cocaine, and 90 percent of methamphetamine users return to the drug after trying to quit. You still don’t think you or your child is at risk to experiment with drugs? Think again. Parents of teens and pre-teens, as well as young Soldiers, need to know what is out there — primarily when PCSing back to the United States. Be vigilant. Know what your kids do and who they do it with. They will face the challenges of drugs before too long. If you’re in denial, get out, because by the time you have to take notice and do something, it may be too late. Drug use is pervasive in the United States. It is a problem that transcends race, class and gender lines. It is in rural America as well as on the cities’ streets. The most commonly used drugs are cannabis, methamphetamine, MDMA (ecstasy), and cocaine. They are cheap and surprisingly accessible to those of all ages. The use and abuse of these drugs paves the way for all types of related criminal behavior beyond mere possession. Drugs are a road out of the military and in to prison. In case the prospect of prison doesn’t scare you, the use of each of these drugs has dire health consequences including chronic diseases and, other

conditions that can all lead to death. Most drug crimes, and crimes associated with the drug trade, are felonies. A felony is a crime that carries a prison sentence of at least one year. Sentences may be enhanced based on the kind of crime, the background of the defendant, where the crime took place (i.e. a school or a playground), the age or occupation of the victim, whether the defendant was armed with a weapon, and a variety of other factors. Any involvement in the drug business has the potential to put you into a world that you want nothing to do with. From the lowest level misdemeanor to the highest level felony, most criminal activity has some tie to drugs. Junkies will lie, cheat, steal, rob and destroy anything to get drugs. Drug dealers and the gangs that back them will intimidate, subjugate, and kill anyone that gets in the way of their business. The aftermath, as it pertains to both victims and defendants, is predictably tragic. Drugs ravage the user, destroy his or her family, and often victimize innocents and their families. Seemingly regular kids transform into junkies. Many families of those doing drugs go through an initial stage of disbelief and despair, where they fail to believe what their “good” child has become. Eventually, after they have been back and forth to court time after time, they resign themselves to the fact that their family member is dead, dying, or going to prison. The peer pressure on children and young Soldiers can be immense. If they do not have your words, encouragement, and training to rely on, they can fall

victim to this pressure. The “Just Say No” campaign started some 20 years ago. How many people have said “Yes” to drugs since then? A catchy slogan doesn’t replace personal responsibility; it doesn’t take the place of a parent. You can’t let a 10-second sound bite be the only thing between your child and a lifetime of addiction, crime, death, and anguish. Parents and Soldiers, educate yourselves to what is out there, what the risks are and what you’re going to do about it. Talk about this with your kids or your fellow Soldiers; prepare them or yourselves for the situations which will inevitably present themselves. Drill on it like you would anything else. How did they learn to dial 911, to stay away from strangers, to look both ways before crossing? You taught them. Teach them what to do about drugs. I can’t save you; I can’t save your kids. In my profession as a civilian prosecutor, I usually come into the equation after the damage has already been done, after the rimes have been committed, and after the body count. Some people can be helped, some can’t, but those who never start don’t need to be helped. If you, or someone you know, may have a problem, contact one of the following. It may save a life: Alcohol Treatment Center 737-5208, Community Counseling Center 736-5187, Alcoholics Anonymous 99-316-5861, Narcotics Anonymous-99-409-8479. Editor’s Note: First Lt. Michael Evans is a State Prosecutor in Cook County (Chicago), Illinois. He is an Army Reserve Judge Advocate Officer serving in Yongsan during the latest field exercise.

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Learning to deal with loneliness while overseas By Chaplain (Col.) Jim Boelens

He has seven months remaining in the Republic of Korea, and believes the projected pace of operations will The young noncommissioned continue to place undue stress on officer with a promising military his marriage. Though he appears career appears to be on the fast calm under pressure, the sergeant is track to yet another well-deserved starting to rethink his career in the promotion. He is competent in his Army. His keen sense of loneliness profession, and capably balances is starting to lead to depression. technical proficiency with Sadly, this fictional story is not significant tactical experience. Few an uncommon scenario on the Soldiers are as respected within the Korean Peninsula. Humans are social command. Unfortunately, the sergeant masks animals and even the temporary loss of relationships can be a significant an intense loneliness beneath a trigger for loneliness and professional demeanor. He recently read a magazine article that indicated depression. This social orientation, in the words of one counselor, more than 15 percent of the general makes humans “aware of an population does not have a friend absence as a powerful presence.” they can speak with about their For example, following a death in a personal problems. He feels this is a family an empty chair may represent description of his life in Korea. the powerful presence of the tragic While he is surrounded by people at loss experienced by the family. work, he does not feel particularly Unaccompanied Soldiers serving in close to anyone as a friend. Korea also His family is in “Every deployed Soldier must be aware will typically the United that extreme loneliness may lead to have such powerful States, and relationally shallow and self-destructive symbols at this behaviors.” home and unaccompanied work that tour serve to remind them of the relational followed a deployment in Iraq. Despite demonstrated competence in losses they feel, even though the losses may be temporary. The symbol his career, the sergeant is beginning may be a family picture, or a missed to feel like a failure. 19th Sustainment Command (Expeditionary)

holiday celebration. The onset of loneliness occurs when relationships are missing or broken. So what can we do to reduce loneliness and depression, especially when serving on an unaccompanied tour? While there is no one specific solution to this complex question, I want to offer three tips that can assist Soldiers and family members that are caught in this struggle. ! Understand your need for healthy relationships and cultivate positive friendships. We become lonely when we recognize a valued relationship is missing or broken. Feelings of loneliness serve as a marker that an individual is stressed by a profound change. Deployed Soldiers may suffer from low morale and may have difficulty coping with a variety of challenges if loneliness becomes a preoccupation. Remember that social support is important to everybody. It is also critical to enjoy a certain regularity in our relationships. Every deployed Soldier must be aware that extreme loneliness may lead to relationally shallow and self-destructive behaviors. It is important to keep every relationship healthy and positive. ! Maintain a proper perspective

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by focusing on special milestones for your tour. Soldiers that create milestones for themselves are typically able to divide their unaccompanied time into emotionally manageable segments. Use your time to educate yourself, or to develop an interest or a talent. Soldiers that shift their attention to achieving specific, measurable goals that are meaningful to the individual tend to have a positive outlook and are better able to cope with separation. Conversely, Soldiers that focus on negative self-talk tend to amplify problems with self esteem. ! Maintain regular and positive communications with the home front. We are fortunate to have a wide range of communications available to communicate with loved ones. Soldiers, and their family members in the United States, will find that scheduled routine contacts are appreciated and important, and bring a positive sense of the commonplace to relationships. Regular communications imply a commitment to a relationship, and can serve to reduce anxiety related to separations.

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Training the Trainers

Level III Combatives come to Korea

By Susan Barkley Area III Public Affairs

CAMP HUMPHREYS -- The first Army Combatives Level III training to be held in Korea came to a close Friday when 29 students finished a month of training at Camp Humphreys that included training in boxing, kick-boxing, takedowns and weapons. These 29 are now among some of the best-trained hand-to-hand fighters on the peninsula and are qualified to train and certify instructors for Level I. Modern Army Combatives traces its origins to the mid-1990s and was developed first by Army Rangers and then refined to what is taught today. It is based on Japanese Jiu-Jitsu, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Russian SOMBO, wrestling and judo, combined with strikes of Muay Thai and weapons defenses. It is designed to craft the most competent fighters in the shortest possible time in the safest possible manner. Sgt. Albert E. Ciampa, Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 2nd Infantry Division, is the combatives director for the division and also teaches other units. He said they have trained about 1,000 Soldiers in Korea so far. Ciampa said he enjoys instructing individual fighting techniques and seeing how mastering the techniques can improve a Soldier’s warrior ethos and fighting spirit. Soldiers leave with “improved leadership skills, more self confidence and more discipline that spreads to peers and leadership,” he F. N N said. He added that Staff Sgt. Shane Hutchins, 1st they have a goal of Battalion 2nd Aviation Regiment, building a “web of holds an ice pack to his head after trained people to suffering an injury during a match. spread the training.” Sgt. Maria C. Graves, Headquarters and Headquarters Battery, 35th Air Defense Artillery Brigade, normally works with computers and networking, but wanted to learn something new. “I knew I could hold my own,” she said. Standing only a little over 5 feet, Graves is the smallest person in the class. “It makes me train a lot harder,” she “The training is intense and explained. rigorous and ... Soldiers Staff Sgt. have to be in shape.” Jesse A. — Spc. Stephen D. Green Johnson, G3 552nd Signal Company Training, 2nd Inf. Div., said females and smaller males are some of the best students for Combatives training, because they really need to learn the techniques taught in the course to overcome weight and height differences. Pfc. Jerett S. Lacure, Company D, 1st Battalion, 2nd Aviation Regiment, has a background in high school wrestling and said he is enjoying the course. He called it tough, EIL

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Sgt. 1st. Class Lyle Harris, Headquarters and Headquarters Company,2nd Infantry Division, winds up an upper cut to Spc. Stephen Green, 552nd Signal Company, during Army Combatives training. full-contact fighting, but also fun. Staff Sgt. Walter D. Camphouse, a full-time combatives instructor at Fort Benning, Ga., said combatives training gives the Soldier another tool to defeat the enemy so that they [Soldiers] don’t have to depend on weapons only. Camphouse said the Army fields a competitive team that competes in matches across the United States and said the Army team has a record of 300-1. Spc. Stephen D. Green, 552nd Signal Company, called the training “intense and rigorous and that Soldiers have to be in shape.” Master Sgt. Roger D. Lewis, G3 Training Division, Eighth U.S. Army, said Combatives and Ranger school have the highest physical standards and are the most demanding training courses in the Army. At the end of the day, every Soldier who ventured an opinion agreed that the course is challenging, but the words heard most often were “increased self confidence.” Staff Sgt. Peter J. Wersted, A Company, 307th Signal Battalion, summed it up for everyone with one simple word, “Awesome!”

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Staff Sgt. Jose Gonzalez, Company B, 602nd Aviation Support Battalion, lands a high kick to Spc. Gabriel Kenny, 52nd Ordnance Company, during combat sparring practice.

Warrant Officer Robert Brown, (left) Headquarters and Headquarters Battery, 35th Air Defense Artillery Brigade, wrestles Staff Sgt. Andrew Tuner, 2nd Infantry Division, to the ground.

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The Morning Calm Weekly Calling all boxers!

Area III Spring Smoker seeks fighters

By Mike Mooney Area III MWR Marketing

Seoul Singers The “Seoul Singers,” a group of military, embassy and Korean singers, will present their international chorus debut concert “Captain Noah and his Floating Zoo” 6:30 p.m. May 20, at the South Post Chapel. Admission is free. Selections include classical and folk music. For information, call 02-794-8343. Win a Trip to the States Participants may win a round-trip ticket to the United States, or an LG laptop computer, simply by registering in MWR’s RecTrac at any sports and fitness, recreation center, arts & crafts center or automotive skills center. The winner will be chosen on American Forces Network - Korea during the last week of June. For information on RecTrac or the drawing, call 723-3730. BOSS Fashion Bash It’s time to pull out those flashy clothes and start prepping for the runway! Better Opportunities for Single and unaccompanied Soldiers will be hosting a peninsula-wide fashion bash. Event will take place at Yongsan Garrison’s Moyer Community Services Center Theater from 7-9 p.m. May 13. Prizes will be awarded to the top two winners in three categories (Casual/Sports Attire, Business Attire and Formal Wear), plus a “Critic’s Choice.” For information or to register, visit the local Morale, Welfare and Recreation office, or call 725-6070. Swim Instructor Sought A Child and Youth Services swim instructor is being sought for the Yongsan area. The job is a NF-03 position with a salary ranging form 26K34K per year. Applicants must submit resume and NAF application DA Forms 3433-1 and 3433-2. Additionally, local applicants in Korea must complete a Local Applicant Questionnaire. Resumes may be sent via e-mail to [email protected]. For information, call 738-2311. TMCW Submissions To have an event featured in The Morning Calm Weekly, e-mail pertinent information to [email protected]. Submissions should include the basic who, what, when and where information regarding the event, and at least one point of contact name and telephone number. Deadline for submission is close of business the Friday prior to the date the item is to be published. All submissions are subject to editing. For information, call 738-3355.

CAMP HUMPHREYS – Military Boxers and BoxerWhatabes from throughout Korea are invited to participate in the Area III Spring Boxing Smoker, planned for Camp Humphreys Friday, May 19. “If things go as usual, we’ll have anything from 15 to 20 bouts, with the majority of them first-time boxers,” said Area III Sports Director Jim Howell. The Area III Boxing Smoker is open to all U.S. and Korean military personnel – to include people with or without boxing experience. Civilian employees and family members are not allowed to participate by Army regulation. “Boxers are matched based on their sex, level of experience and weight,” Howell said, “and there will always be a large number of individuals who have never boxed before. That doesn’t matter. You won’t be matched against a bigger, more experienced opponent. We will endeavor to match people as closely as possible.” Howell pointed out that the competition is for both men and women. “Our Smokers always include a couple of women’s matches, although they don’t include smoke anymore,” Howell said. “Also, we encourage our KATUSAs to get involved. We actually had two KATUSA champions in our last smoker.” Howell added that he “would especially like to invite those boxers from Areas I, II and IV as well as Osan and Kunsan Airbase and Chinhae Naval Base to come join us. Come on up and get a feel for the ring and the environment. Our Boxing Smokers always draw a full house of enthusiastic fans, and your branch of service doesn’t matter.”

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Boxers featured in past smokers have offered spectators plenty of action and entertainment. For those unfamiliar with Army boxing, Howell pointed out that “safety is our number one concern. “That’s why we are careful to match fighters by size and experience. In addition, everyone is required to wear safety gear – including headgear. We provide all the equipment – to include shorts and jerseys. Individuals need to supply their own shoes and enthusiasm.” In addition, all participants are required to pass a physical the morning of the smoker. Army medical personnel check blood pressure and general health before giving the go-ahead for participation. Medical personnel are also at ringside during the entire competition. Individuals who would like to participate in the Smoker should contact the Camp Humphreys Gymnasium at 7538810/11. Leave your name, weight and level of experience.

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A cherr cherryy good time More than 80 booths dotted the annual Kunsan City Cherry Blossom Festival offering everything from games and souvenirs to lunches and desserts April 15. A total of 39 Wolf Pack members attended this year’s airmen support center trip to the festival. Above: Senior Airman Crystal Cole, 8th Medical Operations Squadron, tries her hand at darts at one of the many game booths located outside the Kunsan City stadium April 15 as part of the city’s cherry blossom festival At Left: A Korean vendor serves up corn on the cob during the cherry blossom festival.

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HHC USASA AREA III visits the DMZ By Sgt. Lee Ki Sub Area III Public Affairs

CAMP HUMPHREYS–Seventy Soldiers from Headquarters and Headquarters Company, U.S. Army Area III Support Activity, embarked on a bus to the Demilitarized Zone in Paju for their unit trip and Sergeant’s Time training April 27 to see the reality of the armistice of divided Korea and to learn something from it. The first stop was Unification Park in Munsan-eub, Paju. The park was opened in June 1973 and dedicated to 10 fallen heroes of the Korean War and 18 reporters who sacrificed themselves to send news around the world. A stop at the 3rd Infiltration Tunnel allowed the Soldiers to actually experience what it was like for those seeking to infiltrate the south. The tunnel was excavated by North Koreans as a route to infiltrate the south in 1970s. It is 73 meters below the surface and 1,635 meters in length from the start in North Korea. The tunnel, just four kilometers from the Joint Security Area and 44 kilometers from Seoul, was designed to be able to transfer 30,000 armed soldiers. Before their last stop at the truce village of Panmunjom, the Soldiers stopped at Observation Post Dora, the closest observatory to North Korea. Here they were able to catch sight of the north and were briefed about the

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Headquarters and Headquarters Company, Area III Support Activity Soldiers (far right) toured Camp Bonifas, the Joint Security Area and Panmunjon, where they were able to go into one of the buildings and ‘cross the line’ into North Korea. Military Demarcation Line and the propaganda village. The unit finally toured Camp Bonifas, the Joint Security Area. They were able to go into one of the buildings where meetings are still held today. Most Soldiers took the opportunity to ‘cross the line’ and step into North Korea. Spc. Brian Crum, who works at the chapel, said that having recently arrived here, it was “very educational.” He added that he “learned a lot about the divided Korea and it’s important for

Soldiers who come to Republic of Korea to know about these things.” This trip not only enabled U.S. Soldiers to learn about the history of their host country but also helped Korean Augmentation to the United States Army, known as KATUSA, Soldiers learn more about their own heritage. Sgt. Lee Jun-ho, noncommissioned officer in charge of the Area III Central Issue Facility, said that he was excited to see the place for the first time and learned much more than he expected.

“From the perspective of a Korean, it is sad and pitiful to see that our country is divided into two sides,” he said. “I see North Korea right in front of me but can’t place my foot across the border.” The Joint Security Area is located in Paju, Gyeonggi Province. The JSA is currently guarded by the United Nations and North Korea. It is a distinctive area where both South and North Korea have no administrative jurisdiction.

Food service pros on hot streak in Area III By Susan Barkley Area III Public Affairs

CAMP HUMPHREYS -- Area III Soldiers have been on a winning streak in the Chef of the Quarter competitions for at least the last year. During that time, Area III Soldiers have won six times and were runners-up three times. Also, for the last two quarters, Area III has taken both the noncommissioned officer and Soldier categories each time. Spc. Undra Bibbs set the standard during the fiscal year 2005 third quarter, when she was named Chef of the Quarter in the private to specialist category. Bibbs was with the 557th Military Police Company. Sgt. Jessica A. George, Company B, 532th Military Intelligence Battalion, was the runner-up in the NCO category for the same time period. George went on the win the noncommissioned officer category and was the Chef of the Quarter in the next competition.

Sgt. Jacqueline Y. Atkins, also of Co. B, 532nd MI Bn., was the runner-up in the fourth quarter noncommissioned officer category. The first and second quarters of fiscal year 2006 saw the real emergence of Area III talent when Sgt. Pattie P. Hargrave, Co. B, 532nd MI Bn., and Spc. Avril Shepard, 3rd Military Intelligence Battalion, took top place in the noncommissioned officer and Soldier categories, respectively. Pfc. Michael A. Jemmot, Company E, 1st Battalion, 2nd Aviation Regiment, was the runnerup in the Soldier category for the first quarter as well. Area III made a clean sweep again in the most recent competition with Sgt. Cuthbert George, 3rd MI Bn., and Pfc. Tyquita Jackson, 194th Maintenance Battalion walking away with the honors. Visit the dining facilities in Area III to find some of the best chefs in Korea and to find out what they’ve got cooking up for you.

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Pfc. Tyquita Jackson, 194th Maintenance Battalion, and Sgt. Cuthbert George, 3rd Military Intelligence Battalion, both from Area III, are the second quarter fiscal year 2006 winners in the Soldier and noncommissioned officer categories of the Chef of the Quarter competition.

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Remembering the Holocaust Army Reserve Unit Seeks Members The 343rd Support Detachment, Camp Humphreys, is seeking new members. You must be willing and qualified to join an Army Reserve Troop Program Unit, hold the enlisted rank of E1-E7, be Military Occupational Specialty Qualified as 21B, 74D, 96B, 54B, 31B, 42L, 13F or be willing to become MOS qualified in one of these MOSs. Officers must be in the rank of second lieutenant to major. Military Police, Engineers, Chemical and Fire Support Officers are needed but any branch is welcome. For information, call Richard Scott 7536280 or Reginald Burgesslavelle, 753-6280 / 7242 Scholarships Offered The Alpha Omega Sigma Chapter of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Incorporated is offering over $ 5 ,0 0 0 i n s c h o l a r s h i p s t o graduating high school seniors across the Korean Peninsula. Applications are available at the high school counselor’s office or from any member of the Alpha O m e g a S i g m a C h a p t e r. For information, e-mail Maj. Rex Boone at [email protected].

By Susan Barkley Area III Public Affairs

CAMP HUMPHREYS - Area III remembered the more than 20 million victims of the holocaust in a “Days of Remembrance” observation April 27 at Freedom Chapel. Soldiers lit candles representing love, wisdom, courage, charity, justice, faith and hope. They were followed by a slide presentation showing photographs from the holocaust. Chaplain (Capt.) Avrohom Horovitz lead the participants in a prayer and moment of silence by singing the haunting strains of Ani Maamin (I Believe), called the hymn of the camps. Horovitz said today’s victims of terrorism and genocide are facing a holocaust of their own as they suffer from starvation, disease and neglect. Guest speaker Rabbi David E. Lapp, retired colonel, spoke from personal experience, oral and written history when he described the sufferings of Ukrainians, Russians, Poles, Yugoslavians, gypsies, Jews, and people who the Nazis classed as being racially or socially inferior or who were members of dissident

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groups. “I try to stimulate meaning for people,” Lapp said. He added that he wants his listeners to be able to relate not only to the victims of the

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holocaust but to remember those who today are suffering and being dehumanized. “We a r e a l l o n e p e o p l e , o n e family,” he added.

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High School Registration Osan American High School registration for the 2006 – 2007 school year is 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Monday thru Wednesday at the high school auditorium and 9 a.m.– 3:30 p.m. Thursday and May 12 at Humphreys American Elementary School. For information, call 7538274. ACS Events Scheduled English as a second language meets from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Tuesday and May 12, Personal Financial Management Training Part II, meets 8 a.m. – noon Tuesday. Wednesday events include: Korean Language Class meets from noon – 1 p.m., Korean Cultural Language Class meets from 5:30-6:30 p.m., Sponsorship Training is at 6 p.m. and The Stress /Anger Management Class meets from 2-3 p.m. The Wee Play meets from 1–2:30 p.m. at the Child Care Center, Building 1243. Thursday there will be an Orphan Escort Brief from 5:30–6 p.m. and an EFMP Support Group from 1–2 p.m. The Playgroup meets from 10 a.m.– noon May 12 at Building 1243. The next shopping tour meets at 8:30 a.m. May 12 at the walk-thru gate.

Rabbi David E. Lapp shows his passport from the Nazi era.

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Area III Players batter-up at the Camp Eagle tournament.

Local softball teams warm up with tournament The Camp Humphreys men’s post softball team walked off with the first place trophy during last weekend’s warm-up tournament held at Camp Eagle, but, more importantly, Humphreys, Wonju and Suwon AB walked off with something more important – game experience. “We put the Area III preseason together last year to give our area postlevel softball teams the opportunity to play actual games before the start of the post-level season,” said Jim Howell, Area III community recreation division chief. Lonnie Herring, Wonju sports director, said the tourney gave teams a

chance to see where they have holes so they can recruit and train to improve weak areas.

Area III volleyball Company B, 602nd Aviation Support Battalion, continued its hot hand in Area III volleyball Sunday, rolling into this weekend’s Eighth U.S. Army/KORO company-level tournament along with Company E, 1st Battalion, 2nd Aviation Regiment. Humphreys is hosting three Eighth Army/KORO volleyball championships over the next two weeks – company level and women’s this weekend and the CoEd finals next week. Check out all the Area III sports action by calling the gym at 753-8810/11

Boy Scouts hit fast track at Pinewood Derby Area III Public Affairs CAMP HUMPHREYS -- The local Cub Scout Pack, Pack 203, held their inaugural Pinewood Derby April 21 at the Commander’s Community Center with 10 Cub Scouts entering derby cars to race. Eric Anderson and his “corvette” derby car won first place. The Scouts want to thank all those who volunteered to support the event: Kim Huber decorated; Jim Huber called the races; Russ Hays was the starter; Col. Michael J. Taliento Jr. was the finisher (Judge); Tami Taliento judged the special categories; Jen Rose (Tiger Leader) manned the results board; and, Terry Anderson built the derby track and the pit crew.

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Members of Boy Scout Pack 203 display their handmade racers at the Pinewood Derby, held at the Commander’s Community Center April 21.

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1. What is this Sergeant’s Time thing and why is everything -- post office, retail fuel point and in- and out-processing -- closed Thursday mornings? Sergeant’s Time Training is a fivehour block of battle-focused Soldier training time designed to enhance proficiency in basic Soldier tasks supporting a unit’s mission. For most units in Area III, Sergeant’s Time is conducted Thursday mornings. For many offices in Area III, Sergeant’s Time is also used to train civilian personnel. Here are some examples: Retail Fuel Point: Opening the retail fuel point to DoD ID cardholders is a secondary mission for the Directorate of Logistics. Limited DOL manpower means DOL cannot operate retail fuel points for extended hours. To address previous customer suggestions, the fuel point closes Thursday mornings and those hours are reallocated to Saturday mornings. The point of

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contact for the fuel point is Rick Slawson, acting director of logistics. In- and out-processing: Personnel Services Detachment closes on Thursdays because the section’s Soldiers conduct Sergeant’s Time Training in the morning and command maintenance in the afternoon. They remain closed Thursday afternoons because our civilians cross train on different responsibilities in the military personnel operations. This time also affords employees the opportunity to process customer paperwork. Furthermore, on Friday afternoons our detachment trains on technical proficiencies to better serve our community. This training is also open to all interested unit S1s. PSD is always open for emergencies to include emergency leave, DD Form 93 and SGLV (claim for death benefits) updates. The phone number for after-hour emergencies is 753-7299. The point of contact for the PSD is Capt. Robert Shadowens, commander, Detachment B, 516th Personnel Services.

Post Office: Sergeant’s Training Time applies to the post office Soldiers too. While the mail section has three civilian employees, Area III Postal Officer 2nd Lt. Yolanda Ramirez at Camp Humphreys notes DOD 4525.6M requires a U.S. Citizen with a secret clearance or eligible to possess a secret clearance to supervise those duties. Since Korean civilian workers do not meet the criteria to work without Soldier supervision, the post office operating hours are adjusted. 2. I wanna chat online, but I’m locked out. What now? There is an approved chat engine in the Army Knowledge Online domain. A soldier can sponsor a guest with an AKO account to give them access to the chat service. To chat with other AKO users, a Soldier must first log on to AKO Instant Messenger. AKO IM link is above the AKO chat link on the AKO homepage. After logging into AKO IM you may begin AKO chat.

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Chatting on AKO reduces the potential of inadvertently downloading a virus or some of the other potential dangers that come with commercial chat services. Free computer access is available in AKO labs, the library and the USO. The point of contact is Javier Lopez, chief of information management. 3. Keep those kudos coming! Since bowling can make a person hungry or thirsty, Yang Yun-chong is well-known to Humphreys Strike Zone customers as the following comment shows: “I want to recognize an outstanding employee at the bowling alley snack bar, Ms. Yang. “She always displays a positive attitude, a big smile and provides efficient service to everyone. She deserves a big pat on the back from management. A true hard worker.” Another one for Humphreys Lodge: “I stay at this facility often and always enjoy my stay. The staff [at the lodge] is excellent and caring.”

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Scouts clear new campsite By Susan Barkley Area III Public Affairs

CAMP HUMPHREYS - Boy Scouts camping out in the Camp Humphreys CPX training area was a familiar sight for the last several years. However, it was feared that the boys would lose their campsite in the wake of Army transformation in Korea. “The Scout community came in and said that they needed an area to camp,” said Command Sgt. Maj. Robert R. Frace, U.S. Army Area III Support Activity command sergeant major. “The off-base training areas were going away. We had to pull them back inside.” Together with Area III Commander, Col. Michael J. Taliento Jr., and Joe Brown, scoutmaster for Troop 203, Frace searched and found a spot near Essayons

Park and Pappy’s Paintball Range. “Joe agreed that this would be a good facility for them,” Frace said. “We’ve named it Liberty Park.” Saturday 45 Scouts from across the peninsula began clearing their new oneacre campsite. “Three hours ago it was total brush, and now it’s all cleared, chopped and cut,” said Maj. James Tripp, Eighth U.S. Army Staff Judge Advocate executive officer and Troop 87 scoutmaster. “It was fun,” said William Sampel, 13-year-old Scout from Camp Humphreys. “We got to chop down trees with axes and saws.” “They loved doing the work,” said Brown. “All we had to do was give them an axe or sharp object and they make quick work of it.”

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Scouts clear brush and trees from their new camping area in Camp Humphreys’ Liberty Park.

HAES students learn about envir onmental impact of everyday life environmental By Susan Barkley Area III Public Affairs

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Ross Park tells the students how untreated water flows through the treatment plant and becomes safe to drink.

CAMP HUMPHREYS -- Ninety-eight Humphreys American Elementary School students in grades three to six learned a lot about the environmental impacts of everyday life during field trips to the Camp Humphreys water treatment plant, the hazardous materials issue and disposal area, and the sewage treatment plant Friday. Pak Kwang-hyun told the students how untreated water flows through the treatment plant and becomes safe to drink. During the tour, the students learned that simply turning the water off while brushing your teeth can save up to five gallons of water. At the hazardous materials area, Anthony Warrior, chief of Hazmart, showed the students how they

crush cans from quart to five-gallon size and compact fluorescent light bulbs. The children also saw where these materials are stored until they are picked up for further recycling. The trip to the sewage treatment plant showed the students where everything that is flushed from the bathroom ends up. They saw the treatment process from beginning to end and also saw where microbes are grown that are used in the treatment process. Dave Johnson, chief of the environmental division, Directorate of Public Works, and Bobbi Kubish, also from the environmental division, planned the field trips as part of the Area III Earth Week observances. They accompanied the students. At each stop they were met by the experts who have the day-to-day responsibility to keep the water safe, to keep hazardous materials out of the waste stream and to treat waste water.

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Carroll couple now more than just ‘Good Neighbors’ By Galen Putnam Area IV Public Affairs

CAMP CARROLL – Holy matrimony! The Good Neighbor Program was designed to foster understanding between Koreans and Americans and bring them closer, but was never intended to lead to, well, holy matrimony. That is exactly what happened, however, after a Camp Carroll Soldier volunteered to serve as an escort for a group of 45 students from the Kyungbuk College of Science Department of International Tourism during a visit to the installation Sept. 22, 2004. Spc. David Lee Pelton, Headquarters and Headquarters Detachment, 16th Medical Logistics Battalion, was one of the Better Opportunities for Single and unaccompanied Soldiers representatives who served as tour guides that fortuitous day. Kim You-jin, then a 28-year-old tourism student at KCS was one of the guests. Although the two did not take particular note of one another during the tour itself, You-jin’s desire to improve her English language capabilities led to their auspicious meeting. “I can’t even remember if she was in my group or not – I think she was,” said Pelton who hails from Charleston, S.C. “At the end of the tour she came up to our senior KATUSA and asked him who could help her learn English and I was pretty good friends with him so he told her ‘Spc. Pelton is a pretty good guy and he can help you out,’ and that’s how we met.” After that, the two started meeting with

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David and You-jin Pelton share a private moment following their wedding ceremony April 23. Pelton helping You-jin with her English skills time so we became a couple,” said You-jin, and homework. The platonic relationship, who is originally from Seoul. “When I first which also involved going to movies together, started dating him I didn’t expect the things evolved to dating. that happened to happen. After six months “New Year’s Eve 2004 was when we hit of dating I started considering him as my it off as far as dating. That’s when we future husband because our relationship was decided we were together,” said the 27-year- getting deeper.” old Pelton. Holy matrimony! What do Korean parents “After three months of getting to know think when their daughter is contemplating each other David asked me out for the first getting married to an American Soldier?

“When I introduced him to my parents the first time they said to me ‘there are a lot of fish out there but why does your fish have to be an American rather than a Korean,” You-jin said. “Since then they have sincerely accepted him and blessed our relationship.” The happy couple was married April 23 at the Carnival Wedding Hall in DaeguChilgok with about 60 family members and friends in attendance. “I am so happy being an Army wife but I am a little afraid of leaving Korea and going to the United States because I know there are a lot of challenges out there,” You-jin said. One never knows what the future might bring. Coincidentally, Pelton was quoted in an article about the tour in the Oct. 8, 2004 edition of “The Morning Calm Weekly.” “I think it was a good experience for everyone who was involved,” he said at the time. “It was a good time to get to know each other and have some fun together.” Little did he know! “Obviously, we did not anticipate this happening but when I heard about their marriage from Professor Seong [Myungsoon, chair of the Kyungbuk College of Science Department of International Tourism] I thought ‘why not,” said Pak Chong-ku, Camp Carroll’s community relations officer. “This is an outstanding result from a community relations activity. Hopefully, this will encourage more Soldiers to participate in the future.”

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Swinging For The Fence

Area IV Public Affairs

STEVEN HOOVER

Aaliyah Smith, a student in Rhonda Williams’ first-grade class at Taegu American School, gets ready to smack the ball during a field day celebrating The Month of the Military Child at Camp Henry’s Victory Field April 27. The students played baseball, soccer and other games during the daylong event, which included a potluck lunch.

CAMP HENRY – U.S. Forces Korea will conduct Courageous Channel 06-01, a semi-annual noncombatant evacuation operations exercise, May 18 – 21. It is mandatory for all DoD affiliated noncombatants to participate. All Area IV sponsors must ensure their NEO packets are reviewed by their designated unit NEO warden by Tuesday to ensure readiness for the exercise. In addition, exercise participants are requested to process through their local Evacuation Control Center as early as possible. Area IV Evacuation Control Center operating hours are: ! Camp Carroll – Crown Jewel Fitness Center, Bldg. S135, 9 a.m. May 19 to 6 p.m. May 20 ! Camp George – Taegu American School, 6 p.m. May 19 to 6 a.m. May 21 ! Camp Hialeah – Gymnasium, Bldg. 803, 6 a.m. May 19 to 6 p.m. May 20 ! Chinhae Naval Base – Robinson Center, 7 a.m. May 19 to 7 a.m. May 21 For information, contact your designated unit NEO warden or the 19th Sustainment Command (Expeditionary) NEO representative Master Sgt. Orville Lyttle at 768-7171 or, 011-9680-5846.

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Sunday Matinees Starting Sunday, the Camp Henry Theater will begin offering Sunday matinees, at 3 p.m. Sunday’s matinee is “Hoodwinked,” which will be followed May 14 by “The Chronicles of Narnia.” “Glory Road” will play May 21, and “Nanny McPhee” May 28. For information, call Yi Hye-kyong at 768-8670. Daegu Anti-Terrorism Exercise Starts Monday A week-long anti-terrorism exercise, featuring a variety of scenarios, will be held Monday –May 12 to test the Daegu enclave’s defense and emergency response procedures. The exercise will take place in and around Daegu installations and some people may be delayed or temporarily inconvenienced getting on or off post during parts of the exercise. Every attempt will be made to minimize the impact of the exercise on normal installation routine. For information, call Frank King at 768-8960. Asian Pacific Heritage The Area IV Asian Pacific American Heritage Month Celebration will be held at Camp Walker’s Kelly Fitness Center 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Wednesday. The event will feature a guest speaker, musical and cultural entertainment, educational programs and food sampling. For information, call Master Sgt. Sandra Gaston at 768-8972.

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Teens from Sang-Mo High School in Gumi offer a Korean snack as an ice-breaking gesture to Pfc. Scott Denney, Company C, 307th Integrated Theater Signal Battalion at Camp Carroll. KATUSAs and U.S. Soldiers visited Gum-Oh Mountain April 26 as part of KATUSA-U.S. Soldier Friendship Week. The week was celebrated throughout Area IV with a variety of events and activities.

KATUSAs, U.S. Soldiers celebrate camaraderie

Camp Walker Yard Sale Planned A Camp Walker Community Yard Sale will be 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. May 13. Families interested in participating may set up sale items in their yard. They are also responsible for cleanup afterwards. For information, call Maj. Victoria Snow at 768-8401. Job Fair Slated The Area IV Army Career and Alumni Program and Army Community Service’s Employment Readiness Program will host a Job Fair, noon – 3 p.m. May 17 at the Evergreen Community Club on Camp Walker. Transitioning military personnel, family members and civilians are encouraged to attend. Register online at www.morejobfairs.com. For more information, call ACAP at 768-7571 or ACS ERP at 768-7951. Motorcycle Safety Courses The Camp Carroll Transportation Motor Pool will conduct a Motorcycle Safety Foundation courses from May 23 – 26 at Bldg. S934. A Basic Rider class will be May 23 – 24. An Experienced Rider class is set for May 25. Motorcycles are available to the first six people who sign up. May 26, a Moped Class is scheduled. All mopeds will be provided by the TMP. For information, call Wilfredo Santiago at 765-7717.

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Command Sgt. Maj. Jason Kim from 20th Area Support Group (foreground), and another Soldier go airborne as they jump rope April 24 at Camp Carroll’s Sweeny Field.

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Tug-of-war participants strain their muscles as amused spectators look on April 24 at Camp Carroll’s Sweeny Field during KATUSA-U.S. Soldier Friendship Week.

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Chilgok Culture Center members strike up a tune with KATUSA and U.S. Soldiers during a Korean traditional Samulnori performance April 25 at Camp Carroll’s Crown Jewel Fitness Center.

Contestants kneel in the ready position with their hands clenching a two-foot-long cloth, called “Satba” as they prepare for a traditional Korean wrestling match April 25 at Camp Walker’s Kelly Field.

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By Steven Hoover Area IV Public Affairs

CAMP HIALEAH – With the impending closure of Camp Hialeah on the horizon, officials here joined with their Korean counterparts to conduct a final Republic of Korea/U.S. Alliance Week, April 24–28. This event, much like the KATUSA – U.S. Soldier Friendship Week events held at Camps Carroll and Walker, was a weeklong series of traditional events recognizing the bond between Korean and U.S. Soldiers. U.S. and Korean Augmentation to the U.S. Army Soldiers joined Soldiers from the Republic of Korea’s 53rd Infantry Division, members of the Korean National Police and the Korean Friendship League, for unit activities such as cultural sightseeing tours and events, including a tug-of-war competition and talent show. “This is an excellent time to say thanks to the ROK military, Korean National Police and the Busan Chapter of the Korea Friendship League,” said Victor Reese, executive assistant for base operations, Area IV Support Activity – Hialeah. “But most importantly, we wish to thank the people of Busan for allowing U.S. Forces Korea and Camp Hialeah to operate and live here peacefully for six decades.”

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Sgt. Nofotolu Saoifaunua and Sgt. 1st Class Sherry Clark, both of Area IV Support Activity – Busan, do their best to follow instructions while participating in the Republic of Korea 53rd Infantry Division’s Task Force Martial Arts Team demonstration April 24. “This program symbolizes the mutual Korean and English. This was followed friendship and support between our two by a tae kwon do demonstration by the great nations,” said Lt. Col. Roger R. 53rd ID Task Force Martial Arts Team. Dansereau, Pusan Storage Facility and During some portions of the Camp Hialeah installation commander. demonstration, members of the other “This is an enormous opportunity for participating groups were asked to join. us to jointly participate in Korean cultural Later in the week, the participants visited exchanges that will certainly help foster the 53rd ID installation, the Korean cohesion, camaraderie and promoting Maritime University and Taejongdae the alliance between our two people.” Park. After the opening ceremony, “At the maritime university, we saw members of the 53rd Infantry Division a film of what opportunities it offers and Marching Band performed songs in both we also got the opportunity to drive a

boat in the Simulator Room,” said Sgt. Nofotolu Saoifaunua, who works in the Directorate of Logistics for Area IV Support Activity – Busan. “We also got the opportunity to see how the cadets live onboard a ship and some of the rigorous training they go through.” Saoifaunua said that the best part of the trip was traveling by boat to Taejongdae, eating lunch with and spending time with the KATUSA Soldiers outside of the military environment. Event results were: Talent Show – first place, Area IV SA-Busan; second place, 53rd ID; Tug-of-War – first place, 53rd ID; second place, KNP; Kick Volleyball – first place, 53rd ID; second place, Area IV SA-Busan; Basketball – first place, Area IV SA-Busan; second place, 14th Signal/ 168th Medical; Soccer – first place, 53rd ID; second place, KNP. At the closing ceremony, Dansereau said, “…whether your team actually won an event or not, all of you are winners. You have sought to learn from and about each other while participating in cultural and recreational activities. Through all of these activities, you have improved friendships, camaraderie and cross-cultural understanding, which further strengthens the ROK-U.S. alliance.” Camp Hialeah is scheduled to close this summer.

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TAS, PAS softball teams wrap-up successful seasons By Steven Hoover Area IV Public Affairs

CAMP WALKER – Taegu American School’s women’s athletics program continued its year of dominance, with the softball team claiming its first DoDDS-Korea title by defeating Seoul American School 10-4 Saturday at Yongsan Garrison’s Lombardo Field. It was the third major title of the school year for TAS that won Far East Class A titles in volleyball in November and basketball in February. Brittani Ferguson and Olivia Buford led the Warrior attack in the league-clinching victory. Ferguson contributed three hits, including a grand slam home run, while Buford added a double and a single. Courtney

Taegu American School senior center fielder Lynette Grant waits for a pitch during fastpitch action against Pusan American School April 26.

Hallenbeck also contributed two singles. Pitcher Kelli Cox recorded the win, while striking out five and walking one. The win was the 10th of the season, clinching the league title. This allowed Coach Tim McDaniel to use Saturday’s other two games to play his lessexperienced players, getting an early start on next year. McDaniel said that having senior leadership who had proven themselves in other sports gave the team a good chance at winning the softball title. Seniors Lynette Grant, Tammara “Tank” Hancock and Cox were members of the volleyball and basketball teams as well. If Taegu’s winning the league title this year isn’t the biggest story of the softball season, the team that finished as runner-up, Pusan American School, is. Despite dropping two games to TAS April 26, Pusan finished the regular season 8-7, holding a tie-breaker over Seoul American, which also finished 8-7. Pusan, a team made up primarily of freshmen, played the entire season with only eight players. To field a complete team, they had to borrow a player from the opposition at each game. “All season, the other teams have been very gracious about supplying us with a player,” said Dana Cottrell, who co-coaches the team with her husband Michael. “Plus, the players we get have been great because it is giving them a chance to play that they might not get otherwise.” Freshman pitcher Ashley Smith, who batted .323 (10 for 31) and was credited with seven of the teams’ wins, led PAS throughout the season. Sister Jeni Smith, a senior, led the Panthers at the plate, finishing the season hitting .400 (14 for 35).

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Pusan American School freshman Ashley Smith gets set to fire a pitch during fastpitch action against Taegu American School at Camp Walker’s Kelly Field April 26. TAS won both games, 8-1 and 10-5. With the closure of Camp Hialeah in the near future, about half of the team will be playing at TAS next season, according to Cottrell.

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Chook-hah-heh-ju-syo-soe gahm-sah-hahm-nee-dah. for your congratulations

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