The Morning Calm Korea Weekly - November 6, 2009

Downloading the paper from home? Try www.pdfcoke.com/imcomkorea

Year of the NCO

Videos featuring local NCO’s now available on flickr: www.flickr.com/imcomkorea

November 6, 2009 • Volume 8, Issue 5

Published for those serving in the Republic of Korea



http://imcom.korea.army.mil

H1N1 vaccination to begin

With his mother (center) looking on, a nurse is in the process of administering an intramuscular vaccination in the left shoulder muscle of this young, pre-teen boy. - CDC photo YONGSAN GARRISON — The 65th Medical Brigade will begin its H1N1 vaccination campaign Sunday, November 8, with a focus on those most at risk of the H1N1 flu virus: pregnant women, children, teenagers, and those with chronic medical conditions. Active-duty Family Members may receive the H1N1 vaccine at Brian Allgood Army Community Hospital/121 (BAACH/121) and medical facilities at Casey, Stanley, Red Cloud, Walker, and Humphreys from 1-6 p.m. this Sunday. Due to vaccine arriving later than expected, immunizations for families planned for Nov. 6 were postponed. Nov. 9–25 (excluding weekends and Veterans Day) active-duty Family Members may receive the H1N1 during extended clinic hours (4-6 p.m.) at the following medical treatment facilities: BAACH/121, Casey, Walker, and Humphreys. The H1N1 Vaccine will be also available at area “Retiree Health Fairs” occurring over the next few weeks. Units should coordinate with their local medical treatment facility for active-duty Servicemember immunizations. “The threat of H1N1 affecting United States Forces Korea (USFK) readiness and the health of our Servicemembers, Families, and DoD Civilians is very real,” said Col. Jeff Clark, 65th Medical Brigade Commander and Command Surgeon, USFK. “Although the vast majority of H1N1cases are mild, all are at risk of severe illness. The H1N1 vaccine is very safe, very effective, the single most effective way to protect against the H1N1 virus, and we will receive plenty of it. By protecting our USFK community, we are also helping to protect our local Republic of Korea communities.” GARRISONS Region News USAG-Red Cloud USAG-Casey USAG-Yongsan USAG-Humphreys USAG-Daegu

FEATURE

OVERVIEW P02 P05 P05 P09 P21 P25

Vaccination Schedule Free Concert China Tattoo Holiday Programs Photo Feature Korean Page

The Department of Defense purchased only the injectable vaccine. Thus, the flu-mist (nasal spray) will not be available. “Per the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), this vaccine was produced to the same high standards as the seasonal vaccine which we have used safely for years. The injectable vaccine does not contain live virus. The downside is everyone will receive the shot rather than the nasal spray many have become accustomed to,” explained Col. Clark. The goal is for all Servicemembers, Family Members and DoD Civilians to be immunized before Thanksgiving. USFK Servicemembers will be required to have the immunization by November 25. In keeping with CDC guidelines, initial focus will be on those most at risk (pregnant women, children, those with chronic disease); then Servicemembers and DoD Civilians. Unlike seasonal flu, younger individuals are at the most risk of severe H1N1 infection. Clark encourages everyone to practice good hygiene to slow the spread of the H1N1 virus. People are encouraged to wash hands frequently with soap and water and to stay home from work or school if you are sick to prevent the spread of the virus. “When coughing or sneezing cover your mouth and nose by using your sleeve and avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth ” Clark said. Additional information can be obtained by visiting the 65th MED BDE website at www.korea. amedd.army.mil; the CDC website at www.cdc.gov/H1N1flu and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Website at www.flu.gov.

P02 P03 P04 P14 P18 P30

Page 16 Haunted House is BOSS

NEWS • PAGE 2 http://imcom.korea.army.mil The Morning Calm

Published by Installation Management Command - Korea Commanding General/Publisher: Brig. Gen. John Uberti Public Affairs Officer/Editor: R. Slade Walters Senior Editor: Dave Palmer USAG-RED CLOUD Commander: Col. Larry A. Jackson Public Affairs Officer: Margaret Banish-Donaldson CI Officer: James F. Cunningham USAG-YONGSAN Commander: Col. David W. Hall Public Affairs Officer: David McNally CI Officer: Dan Thompson Staff Writers: Sgt. Lee Min-hwi, Sgt. Choi Keun-woo, Cpl. Hwang Joon-hyun, Pvt. Kim Hyung-joon USAG-HUMPHREYS Commander: Col. Joseph P. Moore Public Affairs Officer: Bob McElroy CI Officer: Lori Yerdon Designer: Pvt. Baek Joon-woo USAG-DAEGU Commander: Col. Terry Hodges Public Affairs Officer: Philip Molter CI Officer: Mary Grimes Staff Writers: Cpl. Park Kyung-rock, Cpl. Lee Do-dam Interns: Gu You-jin, Kang Hye-jin This Army newspaper is an authorized publication for members of the Department of Defense. Contents of The Morning Calm Weekly are not necessarily official views of, or endorsed by, the U.S. Government, Department of Defense, or Department of the Army. The editorial content of this weekly publication is the responsibility of the IMCOMKorea, Public Affairs, APO AP 96205. Circulation: 9,500 Printed by Oriental Press, a private firm in no way connected with the U.S. Government, under exclusive written contract with the Contracting Command-Korea. The civilian printer is responsible for commercial advertising. The appearance of advertising in this publication, including inserts or supplements, does not constitute endorsement by the U.S. Army or Oriental Press of the products or services advertised. Everything advertised in this publication shall be made available for purchase, use or patronage without regard to race, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital status, physical handicap, political affiliation, or any other non-merit factor of the purchaser, user or patron. If a violation or rejection of this equal opportunity policy by an advertiser is confirmed, the printer shall refuse to print advertising from that source until the violation is corrected. Oriental Press President: Charles Chong Commercial Advertising Telephone: 738-5005 or 723-4253 Fax: (02) 790-5795 E-mail: [email protected] Mail address: PSC 450, Box 758, APO AP 96206-0758 Location: Bldg. 1440, Yongsan, Main Post SUBMISSIONS OR COMMENTS: Phone: DSN 738-4068 E-mail: [email protected]

Visit us online

The Morning Calm imcom.korea.army.mil

NEWS

THE MORNING CALM

This Veterans Day, take the time to say “Thank You!” By Ken Schlueter Volunteer Ambassador, U.S. Army Freedom Team Salute Program Nov. 11 is the one day each year when Americans are asked to pause and honor our Veterans for their service to our great Nation. Veterans Day gives everyone the chance to say “thank you” to the men and women who answered the call to duty and have fought to protect the Freedoms and Liberty we all enjoy today. I have the privilege of thanking Army Veterans for their selfless service through my role as a volunteer Ambassador for the U.S. Army Freedom Team Salute program. The goal of this program is to honor the service of all Army Veterans no matter when or for how long they served. You too, can honor Army Veterans by visiting www. freedomteamsalute.com. Army Veterans will receive an official U.S. Army Freedom Team Salute Commendation Package, which includes a certificate of appreciation and a personalized letter

Veterans Day 2009 Ceremony Veterans Day is an opportunity to publicly commemorate the contributions of living veterans. The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) of the US, Pacific Areas District III (Korea), cordially invites the Yongsan community to a ceremony honoring US veterans on Wednesday, 11 a.m., Nov. 11, at the 8th Army War Memorial, right next to the bridge connecting Yongsan’s Main and South Posts. Highlighting the event is an Honor Guard Ceremony conducted by the United Nations Command Honor Guard and floral tributes by senior military officials and civilian dignitaries. For more information, call the USFK Public Affairs Office at 723-2466 or 723-4685.

U.S. Army photo by David McNally

signed by the Secretary and Chief of Staff of the Army; a customized U.S. Army lapel pin; and U.S. Army decals. Freedom Team Salute has made a difference to me and to those Army Veterans I have recognized. So, as you walk down the street, casually browse in the mall, or enjoy a night out

on the town this Veteran’s Day, remember to say “thank you” to all Veterans you see. And take that extra step and honor any Army Veterans you know by visiting the website or by contacting me at [email protected]. You will be surprised how two simple words, “thank you,” can mean the world to a Veteran.

Survey helps set entitlement YONGSAN GARRISON — The Annual Overseas Housing Allowance (OHA) Utility Survey for Korea will begin on Nov. 15 and will continue through Dec.14. Annually, the Defense Travel Management Office (DTMO) conducts a survey to collect utility and recurring maintenance expense data from Servicemembers who receive OHA. DTMO uses this data to compute OHA Utility and Recurring Maintenance Allowances for Servicemembers worldwide. All Servicemembers in Korea who reside off-post and receive OHA are highly encouraged to take the survey at https://www.defensetravel. dod.mil/oha/survey/novoha.html or via the 175th Financial Management Center (FMC) website. The link to the survey will not work

until the official start day of 15 November 09. The survey may be taken at work or at home. OHA is a valuable entitlement for Service members stationed overseas. By taking the time and effort to complete the survey, Service members enable the Department of Defense to set equitable OHA utility rates. Before answering the survey questions, respondents should review actual bills or records of their utility and maintenance expenses for the last twelve months. A monthly average for the utility and maintenance portion is required. Respondents whose utilities are included in their rent are not required to report the actual monthly average of utility bills because a monthly flat rate utility supplement is already included in their OHA.

H1N1 immunization hours for active-duty Family Members Due to the availability of H1N1 vaccine for active-duty Family Members, the following update is provided: Sunday, Nov. 8, 1 – 6 p.m., active-duty Family Member vaccinations will be available at Brian Allgood Army Community Hospital (BAACH/121) and medical facilities at Casey, Stanley, Red Cloud, Humphreys and Walker. Nov. 9–25, 7:30 a.m.– 6 p.m., active-duty Family Member vaccinations will be available at BAACH/121 and medical facilities at Casey, Humphreys and Walker (excluding weekends and Veterans Day). Units should coordinate with their local medical treatment facility for active-duty Servicemember Immunizations.

Retiree Corner:

Getting Connected at Minimum Expense By Jack Terwiel Military Retiree Assistance Office

Submitting to The Morning Calm Weekly Send Letters to the Editor, guest commentaries, story submissions and other items: [email protected]. For all submitted items include a point of contact name and telephone number. All items are subject to editing for content and to insure they conform with DoD guidelines. IMCOM-K Public Affairs and the Morning Calm Weekly staff are located at IMCOM-K, Yongsan Garrison. For information, call 738-4065.

Much of the world is connected by computer and you may be missing out. It’s not that expensive nowadays, particularly with the appearance on the market of what are called ‘netbooks.’ They’re small, cheap, lightweight and may be your solution to getting on-line. A number of companies are producing these small but powerful wonders. I recently bought a netbook from Acer. I placed the order with Amazon at a cost of $329. Amazon doesn’t ship to APO/ FPO addresses, so I used a service called ShipItAPO (www. shipitapo.com), a company in California that receives your orders and then ships them to your APO address. That service cost about $18 and with free shipping by Amazon, the total was under $350. The model I bought is the Acer Aspire One model with the

10.1” screen and available in Black, Red, White and Blue. It comes with Windows XP, 1 gigabyte (GB) of memory and a 160GB hard disk. It has built-in networking and if your Exchange cafeteria, for example, has free Internet access, you can connect for free. The first task would be to install free anti-virus software available from a service like http:// www.avast.com. You can get free e-mail from Yahoo, Microsoft Hotmail or other service, and with Internet access you can sign up for access to your bank, your credit union, Defense Finance and Accounting Service and other useful web site. The USA Federal Credit Union discontinued free monthly statement by mail. If credit union members want to keep track of their accounts, they would have to pay $2 per month to continue receiving statements by mail. With a computer, you can set up access to your account for free via the Internet. No product endorsement implied.

NOVEMBER 6, 2009

NEWS

NEWS • PAGE 3 http://imcom.korea.army.mil

MP Blotter The following entries were excerpted from the military police blotters. These entries may be incomplete and do not imply guilt or innocence. Area I: Assault on Law Enforcement Officer; Resisting Apprehension; Drunk and Disorderly; Underage Drinking; Subject #1 confronted MP using profanity. MP detected an odor of an alcoholic beverage emitting from Subject #1’s person. MP noticed Subject #1 was under the legal age to consume alcohol due to Subject #1’s previous case of Underage Drinking. MP ordered Subject #1 to render Subject #1’s ID card, which Subject #1 refused. Subject #1 also attempted to strike MP with a closed fist. Subject #1 was apprehended by MP and transported to the PMO. During apprehension, Subject #1 struck MP in the face with a closed fist and kicked MP’s leg. Subject #1 was processed and released to their unit with instructions to report to the PMO at a later time. On 31 OCT 09, Subject #1 reported to the PMO where Subject #1 was advised of their legal rights, which Subject #1waived rendering a written sworn statement admitting to the offenses. This is a final report. Area I: Larceny of Private Property; Unknown persons, by unknown means, removed Victim #1 and Victim #2’s two fog machines, two skeleton decorations, seventeen bowls, glow sticks, and candy bags, which were secured and attended. Victim #1 and Victim #2 reported unknown persons stated they were from the company BOSS and was supposed to pick up the aforementioned items. Estimated cost of loss is unknown. This is a final report. Area II: Assault and Battery; Underage Drinking; Subject #1 and Victim #1 were involved in a verbal altercation which turned physical, when Subject #1 slapped Victim #1 in the face with an open hand and knocked Victim #1 down. Victim #1 sustained no visible injuries. Subject #1 was apprehended by MP and transported to the PMO where Subject #1 was administered a PBT, with a result of 0.103% BAC. A check of Subject #1’s ID card revealed Subject #1 was under the legal age to consume alcohol. Subject #1 was processed and released to their unit with instructions to report to the USAG-Yongsan PMO at a later time. On 01 NOV 09, Subject #1 reported to the PMO where Subject #1 was advised of Subject #1’s legal rights, which Subject #1 waived rendering a written sworn statement admitting to the offense. This is a final report. Area III: Larceny of Government Property; Unknown person(s), by unknown means, removed Victim #1’s TA-50 gear, which was secured and unattended. A search of the area for subject(s) and/or witness(es) met with negative results. Victim #1 rendered a written sworn statement attesting to the incident. There were no signs of forced entry. Estimated Cost of Loss is unknown. Investigation continues by MPI. Area IV: Traffic Accident; Damage to Government Property; Obligation for Safe Operation; Subject #1, operating a POV, struck Victim #1. Damages to Subject #1’s vehicle consisted of dents and paint transfer to the right rear door, paint transfer to the right rear panel, and scratches to the right rear bumper. Damages to Victim #1’s vehicle consisted of scratches to the left bumper. All parties reported utilization of their seatbelts. Estimated Cost of Damage is unknown. This is a final report.

Changdeokgung Palace and it’s Huwon (secret garden) make for wonderful hiking and with the last of the Fall colors clinging to the trees, now is a great time to visit this expansive compound. The garden was created during the reign of King Taejong, as a place of relaxation for the king and the royal family, King Gojong’s reign brought it’s current name. — Photo courtesy of Dave Palmer at http://www.flickr.com/photos/davekimtravel

SIGHTS AND SOUNDS: Off-post events and activities Free Concert at Seoul American High School The Korea America Friendship Society, in cooperation with the Seoul Metropolitan City Gangnam District Office and Gangnam Foundation for Arts & Culture, is hosting a special presentation of classical music for the USFK Community on Monday, Nov. 9, 7 p.m., at the Seoul American High School Auditorium. This special Korea America Friendship Concert is free and open to the public. No reservations required. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. For more information, call the USFK Public Affairs Office, 723-4685 or 723-7669. Gyeonggi International Travel Mart 2009 The biggest tourism exhibition in Korea, is held at KINTEX, in Ilsan from Nov. 12-15. It is not just a place to share or promote the tourism information, but visitors can actually consult and purchase the overseas travel products on the spot. Discounted winter package products made by the affiliation of tourism department of each county, famous local tour agencies, overseas hotels, airline companies, credit card companies, overseas event organizers, cruise companies and other relevant companies will be on-sale during the event. Visit the KINTEX website http://www.kintex.com/english/location/ incheon.jsp for driving directions or bus and subway options. Jangdan Soybean Festival Nov. 20-22 The theme of this festival is ‘soybeans’, a health food that has long been popular in Korea. In particular, the ‘Jangdan Soybeans’ produced in

the Paju province have always been highly regarded for their taste and outstanding nutritional value and were even served to the king. Furthermore, in the early 20th Century, the “Jangdan Soybeans’ were designated as the most superior soybeans in Korea and were distributed throughout the country. During the festival visitors can taste the soybeans and learn how to make dishes made from soybeans including tteok (rice cakes), tofu, and preserved soybeans. Trip to the Royal Tombs of the Joseon Dynasty The Joseon Dynasty began in 1392 and lasted for 519 years. Rarely have any of the world’s royal dynasties lasted for over half a thousand years, but what is even more surprising is that the tombs of all the kings and queens of the Joseon dynasty have been preserved until the present day. The roads to the royal tombs lead travelers to an auspicious place. The sites of the royal tombs were carefully selected by Feng Shui experts, and the landscape, structures, and architecture surrounding the tombs combined to produce the highest art form of the time. Royal tomb sites are picturesque and places to relax and escape from the bustle of the city. In Korea, a garden without bamboo, is like a day without sunshine Bamboo may be universally associated with sword wielding ninjas, crouching tigers and hidden dragons, but Damyang, the northernmost point on the Korean Peninsula where bamboo grows in abundance, has cornered the market as far as Korea goes. There are plenty of attractions in Damyang, but the bamboo is

inescapable and seems to pervade every aspect of life here. Not to be confused with the similar sounding Danyang in Chungcheongbuk-do, Damyang is a beautifully green county, teeming with nature and history. A short hop from Gwangju, it is a place where the specters of scholars live on in the pavilions and gardens that bear their names. USO Panmunjom Tour The USO Panmunjom tour is one of the best ways to understand the situation, the tensions, and the reality of the North and South Korea division. From the time you start to prepare for the trip until your last view of the barbed wire fence that lines the “Freedom Road” or “Unification Road” (the highway connecting Seoul to Panmunjom), your understanding of the recent history of Korea will take on a new dimension. In preparing for the trip, don’t forget to follow the Dress Code for the Panmunjom tour. You can download the dress code from this site http://affiliates.uso.org/Korea/ or pick one up at the USO. Also, very important, be sure to bring your passport or military ID the day of the tour. The Panmunjom tour is one of the most popular tours the USO offers. Please make sure to make your reservation far in advance to ensure a place. Sources: english.visitkorea.or.kr/enu, www. korea.net, www.seoulselection.com, http:// english.tour2korea.com, www.visitseoul. net — No endorsement implied.

NEWS • PAGE 4 http://imcom.korea.army.mil

NEWS

Eighth U.S. Army Band performs in China Tattoo

The 8th U.S. Army Band marches in a parade through Nanchang in the celebratory event which kicked off the third annual Nanchang Tattoo Oct. 28. – U.S. Army photo by Sgt. 1st Class Tanasha S. Stachelczyk

By Sgt. 1st Class Tanasha S. Stachelczyk 8th U.S. Army Public Affairs NANCHANG, China — Soldiers from the 8th U.S. Army Band performed in China Tattoo, with 53 Soldiers participating in the various shows which were conducted Oct. 24 - 31. Soldiers who went to China had the opportunity to perform music with bands from other countries, such as the Royal Artillery Band of the United Kingdom, Russian Frontier Guard Band, Singapore Armed Forces Central Band and the Military Band of Chinese People’s Liberation Army Navy. “The best part about being in China was the interaction with the Chinese people and all the others from around the world. Actually, the whole foreign experience was great,” said Sgt. 1st Class Leon Baker, operations director. Soldiers participated in the opening ceremony, which included a parade through the city of Nanchang and for many of these Soldiers, it was their first time in China. They were greeted like stars with smiling faces and claps from the local crowd as they lined up to watch the parade. At the end of the parade and every other performance, Soldiers were swarmed by local media. With questions such as, “Are we being treated well?”, “How do we like it there?” and the most infamous one, “Would we make another trip to China on our own?” The most popular show by far was the Military Tattoo in which the 8th U.S. Army Band performed a compilation of Michael Jackson music in his memory. Songs included Thriller, Beat it, Billy Jean and Can you Feel it. Chinese locals were so thrilled and excited, they asked,

“Did you choose to perform Michael Jackson because you wanted to be liked?” Not only did they play instrumentally, they also had five vocalists: Spc. Maurice Jackson, Cpl. Wang Woong-gyu, Spc. Grace Robinson, Pfc. Min Kyung-il, Cpl. Seo Jin-won and Pfc. Seog Ju-seung. When asked, Cpl. Wang Woong-gyu stated that this event was the most memorable not only because he performed in front of a large audience but also because he was in China for the first time. Although all vocalists enjoyed their performance, all did not feel that this was the most memorable just because it was their first trip to China. “The most memorable ... was the Tengwang Palace in Nanchang where the closing ceremony was held. It was beautiful. It was seven stories high and even though the town surrounding the palace has modernized, it still holds a rustic feeling inside,” said Robinson. The closing ceremony included a six-minute concert from the 8th U.S. Army Band who performed Stars and Stripes, Forever and New York, New York. In the end, all bands performed the theme Song of Nanchang Tattoo with an extravagant firework show that lasted about 15 minutes. After the final performance was over, most Soldiers spent the evening interacting with other military band members as it was their last night in China. Although there were language and cultural barriers, the Soldiers were able to break down the barriers and build new relationships and friendships with one another through one thing they all shared. Music.

Defense officials welcome new Army Secretary

By Gerry J. Gilmore American Forces Press Service

WASHINGTON — The new Army secretary received an official welcome from Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates and the Army’s top uniformed officer at a ceremony held in Conmy Hall at Fort Myer, Va., Nov. 2. Gates hailed former New York Congressman John M. McHugh, who became the 21st secretary of the Army on Sept. 21, as a staunch supporter for the military during his 16 years in Congress. “In the Congress, Representative McHugh was a strong advocate for Fort Drum, for the Army, and for the needs of all those who serve,” Gates said. Fort Drum, home of the Army’s 10th Mountain Division, is located in Waterville, N.Y., which is McHugh’s hometown. Fort Drum also is part of McHugh’s former congressional district. McHugh’s late father was an Army Air Corps B-17 bomber crewman during World War II and his mother was an Army nurse. “Now he takes charge of the entire Army family,” Gates said of McHugh’s new role as the Army’s top civilian. Today is a crucial time for the Army, Gates said. As U.S. operations and force levels wind down in Iraq, he said, the campaign in Afghanistan is entering a new phase. And, difficult budget decisions lie ahead, he added.

THE MORNING CALM

NOVEMBER 6, 2009

AREA I

USAG-RC • PAGE 5 http://imcom.korea.army.mil

Red Cloud welcomes new HHC commander By Cpl. Kim, Tae-hoon USAG-RC Public Affairs RED CLOUD GARRISON — Capt. Reyfrancis Mercado took command of Headquarters and Headquarters Company, USAG-Red Cloud during the change of command ceremony Oct. 30 in front of the USAG-RC Headquarters building. Capt. Han, Yun-song, outgoing commander, handed the company flag to Lt. Col. Richard Fromm, USAGCasey commander, who then passed the responsibility of command to Mercado. Mercado was the training and operations officer for the Directorate of Plans, Training, Mobilization and Security, USAG-Red Cloud prior to taking command. He has held a few positions such as squadron chemical officer for the 1st Squadron, 1st US Cavalry Regiment, and brigade chemical officer for the 1st Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division. Mercado joined the Army in July 2002 after he received his bachelor’s degree in

Economics from the University of California at Davis, Calif. His combat experiences include an 11month deployment to Camp Slayer, Baghdad and a 12 month deployment to Forward Operating Base Falcon, Baghdad, as a chemical officer in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. “Good luck, as you embark on the challenges of this command. You will find company command will always be one of the most memorable times of your career. Enjoy it” Fromm said. “Mercado comes to us with great credentials. He has already demonstrated a strong desire to bring the command to new levels.” Mercado took the podium next and expressed his expectations on becoming the new commander. “I am honored to have the privilege to be your company commander” he said. “We will succeed to sustain support seven days a week for the Republic of Korea and United States of America.” Fromm started his compliment to the outgoing commander. Han assumed the

Capt. Reyfrancis Mercado, the new commander of USAG Red Cloud Headquarters and Headquarters Company,(left) passes the company flag to 1st Sgt. Monte Britton, USAG RC HHC first sergeant,(right) during the change of command ceremony which took place Oct. 30 in front of Headquarters USAGRed Coud building. — U.S. Army photo by Cpl. Kim, Tae-hoon command of HHC, USAG-RC in 2008. provide the nation. Nothing could be closer Since then, he successfully prepared his team to the statement than what Soldiers of HHC and conducted operations during a series of have done over the past years under Han,” training events. Fromm said. “Han and his company were “Our mission statement says we provide also deeply involved in strengthening ties the installations that enable Soldiers and with the Uijeongbu citizens.” Han will be Families readiness, and provide quality of going to Hawaii, where he will serve in the life that matches the quality of service they 25th Infantry Division.

Students awarded for best fire safety posters in Area I

USAG-Red Cloud Fire Department presented awards to 12 winners of the Fire Prevention Week Poster contest Oct. 26 at the Indianhead and Oct. 27 at International Christian School. John Cook, Area I fire chief, also gave certificates to the students who attended the fire safety demonstrations at the Fire Station during Fire Prevention Week. Pear Blossom Cottage parents helped choose the winners of the contests. Among 120 posters, which were submitted, they selected the best poster in each grade group. The contest was a part of Fire Prevention Week activities organized by the USAG-Red Cloud Fire Department. Its purpose is to enhance the fire safety awareness of young students and communicate safety messages effectively. To conclude the award ceremony, the students viewed a videotape emphasizing the importance of fire escape plans. The children and teachers expressed appreciation to the firefighters for providing various safety classes. — Army photo by Cpl. Kim, Tae-hoon

USAG-RC • PAGE 6 http://imcom.korea.army.mil

News & Notes Area I Workforce Townhall The next Garrison Area I Workforce Town Hall Meeting is scheduled for Dec. 9, USAG-Casey and USAGRed Cloud Theaters, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Please send in any questions, concerns, or topics that you would like to receive information on to the Plans, Analysis, and Integration Office, NLT Nov. 10. These questions, concerns, or topics must be approved before they can be discussed at the meeting. For more information call: 732-6229.

AREA I

THE MORNING CALM

Army Substance Abuse Program promotes Area Red Ribbon Week

The annual Overseas Housing Allowance Utility survey Korea is scheduled for Nov. 15 Dec.14 All service members that reside off-post in Korea and receive OHA should take the survey via the 175th FMC web site at http://175fmc.korea.army.mil. OHA is a valuable entitlement and your commands’ participation is vital to ensure that DoD sets equitable OHA utility rates - this directly impacts your troopers wallets. For more information call: 725-5202. Native American Heritage Month 2ID Warriors, Civilian Employees, Family Members, and our Korean Partners Come join the 2ID CG and his Senior Leadership Team to celebrate the National Native American Heritage Month. Nov. 23, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the Warrior’s Club, USAG - Casey. For more information call: 732-6273. H1N1 Vaccine and Immunizations Immunizations for USFK Families will begin today, which is a training and school holiday, making it a great opportunity for parents to accompany children for their vaccination. Specific times, locations and future dates will be published via command and medical channels. For more information call: 732-8210.

Gloria Prince, Army Substance Abuse Program education coordinator (left) explains what the ASAP is about while Krista Manuel (right) was signing the visitor log. The table was installed Oct. 28 in Mitchell’s Club on USAG Red Cloud to promote Red Ribbon Week, a national campaign to discourage drug abuse, illegal drugs and excessive drinking. The Alcohol and Substance Abuse Prevention staff at the booth handed out brochures about the harmful effects of all kinds of drug use, from illegal drugs like heroin to abuse of painkillers and depressants. The campaign was held from Oct. 23 - 31 throughout Area I. — U.S. Army photo by Cpl. Kim, Tae-Hoon

Korean and American school children celebrate Halloween

BOSS Annual Black and White Ball Better Opportunities for Single and Unaccompanied Soldiers will hold their annual Black and White Ball in Camp Stanley’s Reggies Ball Room Nov. 14. For more information call: 732-5366. Mitchell’s Club Thanksgiving Buffet Mitchell’s Club will offer their Thanksgiving Buffet Nov. 26 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information call: 732-8189. Reggie’ Thanksgiving Buffet Reggie’s Club on Camp Stanley will be offering their Thanksgiving buffet Nov. 26 from 1 - 7 p.m., all-youcan-eat for only $14.95. Menu will feature roast beef, honey glazed ham, roasted turkey, full soup and salad bar, dressing , mashed potatoes, mixed greens, sweet potatoes, cranberry sauce, hot rolls, and assorted desserts with iced tea and lemonade. Take out for familiy of five: $75.00. Order take-out no later than Nov. 20. For more information call: 732-5485.

(left to right) Lee, Seo-yeon, Kim, Min-seo, Lee, Si-yeon and Lee, Do-kyung perform a dance routine for fellow students from the local Dongducheon American School, celebrating Halloween with in-door festivities at the Gateway Club Oct. 29. As part of the Good Neighbor Program, the Casey Garrison’s Library invites the students and their parents normally for story time every Thursday decided to change the theme to a indoor Halloween celebration which included indoor entertainment with singing, dancing and trick or treating for the children sponsored by Family, Morale, Welfare and Recreation activity center, The Gateway club provided a birthday cake and buffet lunch for the families that attended. — U.S. Army photo by Robert Haynes

AREA I

NOVEMBER 6, 2009

USAG-RC • PAGE 7 http://imcom.korea.army.mil

(from left to right) Ruth Graves, an Army Spouse at USAG-Casey, prepares to catch a ball from a Soldier stationed in Area 1 as Randy Behr (second from the right), USAG-RC Family, Morale and Welfare recreation and sports director, looks on at the groups form during Warrior Country’s first ever Halloween Aerobathon Oct. 31 held in the USAG-Casey Carey Fitness Center. — U.S. Army photo by Pvt. Jamal Walker

Warriors celebrate Halloween with Aerobathon By Pvt. Jamal Walker USAG-RC Public Affairs

CASEY GARRISON — Area 1 Family, Morale, Welfare and Recreation Sports team seized the opportunity to incorporate a morning of exercise and family fun for Soldiers and Family members during the first Warrior Country Halloween Aerobathon, Oct. 31 at the USAG-Casey Carey Fitness Center. Instructors from every fitness class offered in Area I came together to incorporate their

techniques in a special circuit style workout. Workouts were organized in a schedule beginning at 9 a.m. and lasting past noon. Workouts lasted for half an hour with water and resting periods. “We are trying to do something fun and different for Soldiers and Family members by holding this event,” said Christi Lee, Warrior Country fitness specialist. “It gives everyone a chance to see what classes and events we have to offer within Area 1.” The Halloween part of the event featured raffle prizes and prizes for the best

Soldier sets record

Halloween costumes. Staff Sgt. Vin Stevens, of the Armed Forces Network detachment command of USAG-Casey, won the overall prize for best Halloween costume imitating an 80’s Rock ‘N’ Roller. Lee said Warrior Country’s first ever Halloween Aerobathon will definitely be an annual event, since it proved to be a great success. After getting a solid work out, Randy Behr, USAG-RC FMWR sports and athletic director, introduced everyone to his “boot camp” class where he taught how to do essential exercises one would need for their

Army physical fitness test as well as other events. Behr demonstrated a variety of upper body workouts with push-ups involving medicine balls and a new style called “clock push-ups” where Behr called out a time and the audience positioned their hands to imitate the time that was called. “Fitness is more than running, sit-ups, and doing crunches,” Lee said. “Hopefully everyone enjoyed the event today, and this is something that we want to keep doing in the future for Soldiers and Family members in Area 1.”

2009 Holiday mailing deadlines for stateside bound mail; Space Available Mail (SAM) Priority Mail Letter/First Class Mail Express Mail (EMMS)

Nov. 30, 2009 Dec. 7, 2009 Dec. 7, 2009 Dec. 14, 2009

All Army Post Offices will operate extended hours from Nov. 30 to Dec. 18. Santa’s Mail Bag; The Weather Station at Eielson AFB is now accepting “Dear Santa” letters! A postage paid self-addressed envelope is required with each child’s letter. The Casey Food Court “Pumpkin Pie” eating contest had 40 customers register for the event, but only 15 slots to fill. The winner with the AAFES Bakery Plant manager, Pak, Chong-min is Pfc. Francisco Gomez Jr. who ate a whole pumpkin pie (crust and all) in 3 minutes and 5 seconds. According to Pak, that is the fastest time he has witnessed in all of the pie eating events conducted in other areas. — U.S. Army photo by Kenneth Limtiaco

Dear Santa Attn: 354 OSS/OSW 1215 Flightline Ave. Eielson AFB, AK 99702

AREA II Yongsan ‘thrilled’ over Halloween NOVEMBER 6, 2009

USAG-Y • PAGE 9 http://yongsan.korea.army.mil

By Pfc. Kim Hyung-joon USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs YONGSAN GARRISON — For many, Halloween is a big deal for all ages - and U.S. Army Garrison-Yongsan is no different. Kids kicked off their candy capers dressed as everything from monsters to mini-me versions of their Soldier parents beginning at 6 p.m. Oct. 31. Hundreds of kids lugged around orange plastic buckets full of goodies. As kids enjoyed trick-or-treat, adults masquerading as characters like Cinderella and pirate crews converged on the Main Post Club’s Halloween Party. A dance tribute to Michael Jackson by Jackson impressionist Popa Dok opened up the festivities at 8 p.m. with a choreographed remake of the ‘Thriller’ dance routine, complete with zombie characters. Atlanta-based Popa Dok, whose real name is Daniyel Willis, said that seeing Jackson’s moves on television shows like Motown 25 and Seoul Train inspired him to imitate some of Jackson’s moves. “I have a lot of respect and love for Michael Jackson. When I was at a candlelight vigil with other supporters in Virginia, you could feel a lot of love and energy for him.” Following Dok’s performance, 4th grader Charles Seaberry Jr. energized the crowds with a dance performance some said was reminiscent of little Michael Jackson on stage back in 1964. Dok was even overwhelmed by Seaberry’s performance. “Jackson’s ‘mini-me’ was just born,” Dok shouted out loud. “He was gliding backwards, forward, and did zipper-pulling motion perfectly. He will be one of the best impersonators in the world in the future,” he added without a hint of exaggeration. Yongsan’s Better Opportunities for Single and Unaccompanied Soldiers representative Sgt. Bryon McGainey said “Little Jackson has already has a lot of fans on Facebook, MySpace, and YouTube. I’m one of them!” Characters from the movie ‘Scream’ and ‘Batman,’ along with others filled the club during the performance. The award for best costume went to two Soldiers dressed as the ‘Dumb and Dumber’ duo from the comedy film. “I am glad to see a lot of people enjoying the Halloween Party sponsored by BOSS and Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation,” McGainey added. “Many costumes were so unique and made us laugh hard, and the ‘Dumb and Dumber’ costume was classic but fresh at the same time.” Before the party ended, USAG-Yongsan Headquarters and Headquarters Sgt. 1st Class Agustin Mendez said he was surprised to see so many Korean guests at the event. “I see not only U.S. Soldiers, but KATUSAs as well as Korean people from off-post celebrating Halloween with great costumes. It is such an outstanding event with all of us interacting with each other and making good memories.”

(top)A Yongsan family enjoys Halloween with costumes and candy baskets; (bottom) Professional Michael Jackson impersonator Popa Dok (center) recreates the 1982 hit ‘Thriller’ before an audience at the Main Post Club Oct. 31. — U.S. Army photos by Pfc. Kim Hyung-joon

USAG-Y • PAGE 10 http://yongsan.korea.army.mil

News & Notes T

AREA II

Korean War veteran recalls service

Retiree Appreciation Day USAG-Yongsan is proud to announce their 3rd Annual Retiree Appreciation Day 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 14. The event will be held at the Yongsan Main Post Club. Doors will open up at 8 a.m. for Retirees and their families. Information booths as well as refreshments will be provided. Dental Exams for Retirees and Their Spouses In conjuction with the upcoming USAG-Y Retiree Appreciation Day the 618th Theater Dental Command is proud to announce free dental exams and cleanings for retirees and their spouses. Retirees can start by calling Dental Clinic #2 at 736-4779 or Dental Clinic #3 at 736-5221 Nov. 2-13 to make an appointment while they last. For information, call 736-4779 or 736-5221. Holiday Bazaar The Holiday Bazaar is coming to Seoul American High School on Nov. 14 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. There will be lots of vendors for shopping, door prizes, silent auction, face painting, food and more. For information, call 736-3279/6355-4072/010-2712/6717. Volunteer at the Yongsan Tax Center For more information and to apply for a volunteer position, go to Army One Source at www.myarmylifetoo.com. Click on “Be A Volunteer” and search for “Yongsan Tax Center” in “Opportunity Locator.” Yongsan Gets New Fitness System The TRX Suspension Training System is coming to Yongsan, and the community is invited for a sneak peak. This system, made popular with the U.S. military on the “Fit for Duty” television workout series, will be demonstrated by TRX instructor Joe Martin Nov. 13, 8-11 a.m. at the Collier Field House. Newcomers Kick Start in Korea Get a Kick Start in Korea 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. every Wednesday at the Dragon Hill Lodge. The ACS Outreach Coordinator will answer questions and provide information about the garrison, the community and Korea! For information, call 738-7123.

Korean War combat veteran and retired Command Sgt. Maj. Alfred Braswell poses for a photo in his Seoul American High School Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps office Oct. 20.— U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Choi Keun-woo By Sgt. Choi Keun-woo USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs YONG SA N G A RRISO N — T h e Korean War is seldom mentioned in history, at least not nearly as frequently as the two great wars that preceded it and certainly not as much as the Vietnam War that followed it. But close to 40,000 U.S. Soldiers and 140,000 Korean Soldiers were killed in action in what is sometimes called ‘the forgotten war.’ And while many of those that have survived the war have already left us, a few still remain to tell

their story. Retired Command Sgt. Maj. Alfred Braswell is one of them. “I came to Korea in January 1951 and was assigned to the 2nd Infantry Division,” Braswell said with an unmistakable Southern accent. “The Chinese had retaken Seoul and our division under General Ridgeway was tasked to retake the capital.” In March 1951, Braswell and his unit were in a mission to take a hilltop just north of Uijeongbu. “I don’t remember the exact name of the hill,” he said. “I think it was hilltop 104 but I’m not sure. But my task was to place markers for air strikes.”

USAG-Yongsan Fitness Groups Do you enjoy working out with a group or do you need the motivation of another to get you up and moving? Currently DFMWR Sponsored Fitness Groups are forming now with 17 different clubs... from walking to water fitness. Contact Tracey L. Briggs at DSN 736-3340 or cell 010-2991-6550 for more information on how to join today!

Military retirees living in Korea number more than 500 with many continuing to serve as civil service employees. — U.S. Army Photo by Dan Thompson By Jack Terwiel Special to USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs

For a complete list of community information news and notes, visit the USAG-Yongsan official web site at http://yongsan.korea.army.mil

Braswell climbed up the hill and placed his marker. North Korean units were positioned north of the marker, an area where the Air Force would release their deadly bombs. “But the planes came in later than we’d expected,” he said. “Instead I saw a Soldier hiding behind a tree, which was a few feet away. He was wearing those brown rags that were the North Korean uniform. He threw something at me. It landed by my feet. And the next thing you know my legs were bleeding.” Shrapnel had cut through Braswell’s shin. He was briefly taken out of action for the wound he had incurred. “When I first came to Korea, I had no idea what war was,” Braswell said. “Of course it didn’t take much time to find out with bullets flying around.” But for most U.S. Soldiers the hardest part of the war was the bitter winter cold. To make matters worse, the winter of 1951 marked one of the coldest winters recorded in Korean history. Thousands suffered from frostbite and cold weather injuries. “Oh, it was just so cold,” Braswell said. “It was so cold that we had to take turns waking each other up at night because if you kept sleeping, you’d freeze to death.” It’s hard to imagine those kinds of living conditions in today’s bustling Seoul. But just 50 years ago, the only thing standing taller than Soldiers’ barracks were mountains. “I’ve seen Seoul burned and left to rubble. Many people do not realize how fast Korea has rebuilt. It’s truly a miracle.” Asked whether he had anything to say to today’s younger generation who do not know war, his response was surprisingly simple. “You never know what’s going to happen to you, so just live everyday like it’s your last.” Braswell is currently a Seoul American High School, Junior ROTC Instructor, a position he has held for the last 29 years.

Community event to recognize area retirees

Driver’s Testing Reservation Reservations for driver’s testing must be made at least 24 hours in advance to obtain both a military and a civilian drivers license. Driver Testing and License Section is currently accepting applications.

Diagnostic Radiologist Position Brian Allgood Army Community Hospital is accepting applications for a contract position. Qualifications: Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Osteopathy (DO) board-certified or board-elegible in Diagnostic Radiology with three references. Call for information on qualifications. For information, call 737-8003.

THE MORNING CALM

YONGSAN GARRISON — The Korea Retiree Appreciation Day will be held on Nov. 14 in the Main Post Club on Yongsan from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Dental

services such as cleaning and exams will be provided. Medical services, including flu shots, H1N1 shots, blood pressure and cholesterol checks will be provided, and the pharmacy will also provide limited over-the-counter medication. The U.S. Embassy will provide

informational support in the areas of passport renewal and application, and Social Security application and verification information. Other agencies such as the Veterans Administration, Red Cross and Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation will also provide a variety of support services. Retirees and annuitants will also have the opportunity to update their data such as change of address, change of banking information, change of Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) beneficiary, or make any other correction to their Defense Finance and Accounting Service records by submitting their supporting documents for processing. The RSO will also be on hand to assist anyone interested in applying for Social Security benefits. We will also recognize the Retiree Icon of the Year at this year’s event. Free lunch will be provided. Gifts and prizes will be provided from Army and Air Force Exchange Service, Defense Commissary Agency, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Noncommissioned Officers Association, and other support agencies. All retirees and their family members are welcome and encouraged to attend the event to take advantage of the valuable services being offered. The Korea Retiree Appreciation Day will be hosted by U.S. Army GarrisonYongsan Commander Col. Dave Hall.

AREA II

NOVEMBER 6, 2009

Yongsan Hot Spots

USAG-Y • PAGE 11 http://yongsan.korea.army.mil

Korean culture: Shamanism through time

By Cpl. Hwang Joon-hyun USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs

If you could have any service on post, what would it be that is not already in Yongsan? USAG-Yongsan Facebook fans have the answers. Find out what more than 1000 Yongsan community members are talking about by becoming a USAG-Yongsan Facebook Fan at facebook.com/youryongsan!

Kate Kaser Facebook Fan

Better organized Korean language class. Some of us really want to learn without paying an arm and a leg for the college class. Korean shamanism is steeped in traditions still observed to this very day. — Courtesy illustration

Melissa Klopfer Facebook Fan

Maybe some chair massages, an option for heathier drive through food, TCBY, and a Turkish doner kepab on base...a tax consultant? Engraving and printing other than business cards...

Tom Schorr Facebook Fan

By Sgt. Choi Keun-woo USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs YONGSAN GARRISON — Korea is a nation with 5,000 years of history. Evidence of this rich history may be seen in the form of fortresses, temples and carvings. However, other traditions are less tangible, like the practice of Shamanism. The history of shamanism in Korea dates back to ancient times. The role of shamans in ancient kingdoms (also known as Moo-dang in Korean) was to oversee rituals including prayers for rain, prophecies and health. Moo-dangs are said to act as bridges between humans and another dimension. Traditionally, that dimension may be gods or spirits of men who have passed away. Through rituals that are known as ‘gut,’ spirits are said to possess the shamans, through whom they can communicate with humans. These rituals involve shamans dancing, sometimes with traditional

Korean masks and sometimes - amazingly - on top of swords with only their bare feet. As noted earlier, the purpose of these rituals can vary. For obvious reasons, praying for rain isn’t as common nowadays as it was once before, but some Koreans still visit shamans to consult them about health and business issues. Ask some of your Korean neighbors about Moo-dangs and a few will probably be able to share with you stories about shamanist prophecies. Believe it or not, some shamans may even be found promoting their services on Korean-language Web sites, making this ancient practice a modern-day, living element of Korean history. If you would like to learn more about Korean shamanism, the Korean Folk Village at Namsan Park holds reenactment ceremonies infrequently for western guests. For information, visit koreanfolk.co.kr.

AFAP conference draws 300 volunteers We need better Korean classes. It’s expensive to learn Korean downtown and colleges want more with less flexibility in missing classes due to our work/travel schedules.

Diana Adcox Moreno Reich Facebook Fan

Daycare at the gym and in general without having to call for an appointment two weeks out. And I would love to actually learn Korean too without paying too much.

Peachy Macauley Facebook Fan

Garrison Commander Col. Dave Hall addresses Army Family Action Plan conference participants Oct. 30 at the South Post Chapel shortly after receiving proposals from the group. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Choi Keun-woo) By Dan Thompson and Sgt. Choi Keun-woo USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs

I’d like a place with some sort of playground AND free WiFi. The only few spots with free Wi-Fi around here have nothing to keep small children busy; that would be amazing for stay-at-home-and-going-to-school moms.

YONGSAN GARRISON — More than 300 community members turned out for the Garrison’s Army Family Action Plan at South Post Chapel Oct. 29-30. Hosted by Yongsan’s Army Community Service, the conference is one of the most important events of the year.

The AFAP conference enables all members of the Army, including Active, Reserve, and National Guard Soldiers, family members, retirees, surviving spouses, DA Civilians, and military technicians have a forum to voice concerns to Army leadership and make recommendations for change. Korean Augmentation to the U.S. Army Soldiers were also included in this year’s event. — See AFAP, Page 12 —

USAG-Y • PAGE 12 http://yongsan.korea.army.mil

AFAP “The conference really gives the community an opportunity to be part of a clear, structured process that can really make a difference in their quality of life,” said Army Volunteer Corps Program Manager Regina Grubbs. “This is a program where you can suggest a solution and see your effort reach the highest levels of government and make a positive impact.” Grubbs recalled a moment while visiting the nation’s capitol that illustrated how influential the AFAP program may be. “One of our issues we presented at AFAP was the G.I. Bill being available for family members,” she recalled. “And while at a congressional breakfast for spouses, we were able to visit the Capitol Building where they were discussing the G.I. Bill transferability to spouses in Congress right in front of us.” This year, the most prominent issues related to employment, safety and renter protection for those living off post. Young adults were also represented at the event. Jessika Bruch, co-facilitator for the teenage group, said that she is participating for a second year in a row after seeing how influential AFAP is. “This year we’re here to propose three ideas with regards to the driver education program, school policies, and the Teen Center.” Bruch was convinced that the AFAP meeting was a good way to let the installation know about what the community members have in mind. Another representative, Rusty Moore, agreed. “This is a very democratic way of getting our ideas across,” Moore said. “We understand that our proposals will take time to materialize but in time we would like to see policies regarding child safety to become stricter.”

AREA II

from Page 11

The power of AFAP is one of the things that drew volunteers like U.S. Special Operations Command Korea’s Caroline Wall to the conference. “I have participated in AFAP since 2007 here in Korea, and I know the process works,” she said. “It gives us all a voice - a powerful voice - that reaches the leaders right here in the community all the way up to higher powers at the top.” Garrison Commander Col. Dave Hall agreed. Several of the working groups presented skits to Hall at the end of the conference in order to demonstrate their issue in an entertaining, but informative way. “I want to thank all of you for volunteering your time to this very important program,” he said. “Volunteers run this Garrison, and I think this is one of the most important ways ensure that we are constantly improving the Army.” Improving the Garrison takes teamwork, and that is why Wall said people should get involved with ACS and sign up early to help facilitate next year’s AFAP conference. “Just stop what you are doing and participate. Once you get in the ring and start contributing, you will find it hard to let go. You are a driver of change, and you will see the group building energy.” She added that being more involved in the community offers more empowerment, too. “Participating in AFAP is a lot like voting,” she said. “You can voice strong opinions because you are part of the process, not just sitting on the sidelines watching. The more voices we have discussing a topic, the more powerful the topic becomes.” For information about the AFAP conference and other volunteer opportunities, call 738-7510.

THE MORNING CALM

NOVEMBER 6, 2009

NEWS

Eighth Army Equal Opportunity Advisor named YONGSAN GARRISON — Sgt. 1st Class Rhonda D. Motley, Equal Opportunity Advisor (EOA) for the 501st Military Intelligence Brigade in Seoul, was recently selected as the 2009 8th Army EOA of the Year. “Her talents and comical personality have made a positive impact during numerous briefings and instructional courses, an array of EO and Sexual Harassment briefings, to Equal Opportunity Leader’s Courses (EOLC) from Area I to Area VI, and Sexual Assault training,” said 8th Army EO Sgt. Maj. Stanley G. Abney. In addition, “she not only performed exceptionally well in her unit duties, she has also shared her knowledge and skills with the Yongsan community. She is well known for her community involvement and her travel throughout the Peninsula visiting and monitoring Soldier’s, Family and Civilian work force morale. Motley’s care and consideration for others has touched many people’s hearts and has helped them understand the human element of conduct and need. She is committed to community wellness and has imaged herself as the icon of what being an EOA is all about,” Abney added. Each year, the Department of the Army solicits nominations for the EOA of the

The Status of Forces Claims Office

By Maribel Mercado Chief, Foreign Claims

Sgt. 1st Class Rhonda D. Motley, 2009 8th Army Equal Opportunity Advisor.

Year award, which recognizes each major command’s Noncommissioned Officers who have demonstrated outstanding leadership skills and have made significant contributions to their command’s human relations and equal opportunity programs. Additionally, the EOA nominees, to the Army wide competition, receive recognition for fostering innovative and harmonic environments between the military and their civilian communities.

2010 Scholarships for Military Children Program

IMCOM-K • PAGE 13 http://imcom.korea.army.mil

YONGSAN GARRISON — When I tell someone that I work at the Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA) Foreign Claims Office, they always think I work in the ACS Building. I have to explain, however, that we are the other claims office. The SOFA Claims Office in the Yongsan Garrison HQ Building is part of the International Law Division of the United States Forces Korea Office of the Judge Advocate (OJA). The Military Claims Office in the ACS Building is part of OJA’s Client Services Division, and it handles household goods claims and other types of claims where the claimant is either a service member or military dependent. The SOFA Claims Office, where I work, has one mission and that is to process and adjudicate claims in accordance with the laws and regulations of the Republic of Korea to compensate those who are harmed by USFK personnel or activities. In our cases, “those” includes anyone who is an actual resident of Korea, regardless of citizenship. Although the claims we adjudicate vary, some cases on which we work include personal property damage, personal injury, and maneuver damage. For example, a helicopter is flying at a low altitude

and the rotor-wash causes damage to the cabbages, beans and other crops in the field right beneath its position. The crops have been either partially or completely lost. The farmers will have a prospective claim for the loss of value of the crop and/or maybe the cost of labor for restoring the field to its former state depending on the case. A number of cases processed at the SOFA Claims Office are traffic accidents and they could include both property damage and personal injury. For example, a Staff Sgt. is driving a command vehicle to Incheon Airport. While on the highway he changes lanes and strikes a vehicle, hitting the right passenger door and causing a large dent to the right side of the vehicle. The passenger and driver both suffered injuries and have to be transferred to the hospital, where they remain hospitalized for two days and require three weeks of physical therapy. In this case, the driver and passenger each have a prospective claim. Both injured parties may recover for medical expenses, loss of income and pain and suffering, while the driver, who happens to be the car’s owner, can also recover for the damage caused to his vehicle. Our office promotes and maintains good relations with our Korean hosts by promptly settling claims. The best course of action, for us all, is preventing these accidents in the first place.

FORT LEE, Va. — The holidays are fast approaching, and they can be a fun family time as children away at college come home, and other students get their holiday break. It’s also a time for students and parents to apply for the 2010 Scholarships for Military Children Program that opens in November.

Scholarship applications are now available in commissaries worldwide and online through a link at https://www.commissaries.com and directly at http://www.militaryscholar.org . Since the program began in 2000, it has awarded $7.3 million in scholarships to almost 5,000 children of service members. The Nov. scholarship kickoff coincides with National Military Family Month, and is an example of commissaries supporting their local communities by helping to improve the quality of life for military Families, said Defense Commissary Agency Director and CEO Philip E. Sakowitz Jr. The scholarships program is administered by Fisher House Foundation, a nonprofit organization that provides assistance to Servicemembers and their Families.

No Endorsement Implied

No Endorsement Implied

By Tammy L. Moody DeCA Marketing

IMCOM-K • PAGE 14 http://imcom.korea.army.mil

NEWS

THE MORNING CALM

Artillerymen unleash rocket’s fury

By Pfc. Robert Young 2ID Public Affairs RED CLOUD GARRISON — A week-long training exercise culminated in a furious Multiple Launch Rocket System live fire as Warriors from 1st Battalion, 38th Field Artillery Regiment, 210th Fires Brigade tested their capabilities near Rodriguez Range. After the smoke cleared Oct. 30, each of the battalion’s 18 crews emerged better trained, more familiar with their teams and their systems, and certified through Table VIII, section live fire. The battalion’s fire crews, spread over some 20 square kilometers in an area called “Rocket Valley” by the artillerymen, fired a series of missiles at targets located in an impact area roughly 15 kilometers away from the line of fire. Leaders and command and control support Soldiers integrated the fires from a tactical operations center established in the training area. Two radar systems kept track of the rockets’ trajectory and made certain that they were on target. “The distance is a bit of a challenge, but integrating forward support and target acquisition companies in support of the crews is part of the challenge of a battalion level exercise,” said Lt. Col. David Lee, the 1-38th commander. “We maintain the command and control, sustainment and general survivability of the entire operation here.” Each crew consists of three members, a driver, a gunner, and a section chief. Table VIII qualification requires that the crew effectively executes three methods of fire control, time on target, fire when ready, and fire at command. Operating over such a large area creates significant challenges. The dust kicked up by the movement of large tracked vehicles aggravated locals, but was remedied by a Republic of Korea Army chemical company that wetted down roadways. Coordinating fire missions through the Korean army was of vital importance and was necessary for completing the training mission. The geography of the Korean countryside played a factor in the training exercise as well. “In the States we usually have larger training areas to operate in, but here we’re limited in the space that we have. It’s not really a bad thing but it forces us to adapt to the area and to be flexible in our operations,” said 1st Lt. Matt Lilley, a platoon leader with B Battery, 1-38th FA.

2009 US Army Garrison-Yongsan/Area II Holiday Religious Services & Programs Catholic

Date/Time

Location

Advent Workshop & Potluck Thanksgiving Mass Feast of the Immaculate Conception Feast of the Immaculate Conception Advent Community Penance Service Christmas Eve Family Mass Christmas Carols & Midnight Mass Christmas Day Mass (One Mass ) New Year’s Day Mass

Nov. 22, 12:30-4 p.m. Nov. 25, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Dec. 8, 11:45 a.m. Dec. 8, 5:30 p.m. Dec. 23, 6-9 p.m. Dec. 24, 4-5:30 p.m. Dec. 24, 9:30-11:30 p.m. Dec. 25, 1130-1230 Jan. 1, 1130-1230

SAES Cafeteria Memorial Chapel Memorial Chapel Memorial Chapel Memorial Chapel Memorial Chapel Memorial Chapel Memorial Chapel Memorial Chapel

Christmas Holy Eucharist Jewish

Dec. 24, 7-8 p.m.

Memorial Chapel

Hanukkah Celebration

Dec. 11, 6:30-8 p.m.

So. Post Chapel

Dec. 12, 5-9 p.m. Dec. 13, 8-9 a.m. Dec. 13, 11-12 p.m. Dec. 24, 6-9 p.m. Dec. 24, 6-7 p.m. Dec. 24, 7-8 p.m. Dec. 24, 7-8 p.m.

So. Post Chapel Memorial Chapel So. Post Chapel Allgood Chapel Hannam Chapel So. Post Chapel K-16 Chapel

Episcopal

2009 Holiday mailing deadlines for stateside bound mail;

Protestant

Space Available Mail (SAM) Priority Mail Letter/First Class Mail Express Mail (EMMS)

Christmas Party (R.O.C.K Service) Christmas Cantata Christmas Cantata Christmas Eve Caroling/Fellowship Christmas Eve Candlelight Service Christmas Eve Candlelight Service Christmas Eve Candlelight Service

Nov. 30, 2009 Dec. 7, 2009 Dec. 7, 2009 Dec. 14, 2009

All Army Post Offices will operate extended hours from Nov. 30 to Dec. 18.

Santa’s Mail Bag; The Weather Station at Eielson AFB is now accepting “Dear Santa” letters! A postage paid self-addressed envelope is required with each child’s letter. Attn: 354 OSS/OSW 1215 Flightline Ave. Eielson AFB, AK 99702

Christmas Day Community Service Dec. 25, 3-4:30 p.m. (AIM-Korea – Busses depart South Post Chapel at 2 p.m.) Joint Watchnight Service Watchnight Service For more information call 738-3011.

YoungNak Church

Dec. 31,10:30-11:30 p.m. Hannam Chapel Dec. 31, 10 p.m. - 12 a.m. So. Post Chapel

CHAPLAIN

NOVEMBER 6, 2009

Area I Worship Schedule Protestant Services 1000 1000 1000 1100 1100 1100

Gospel Sunday

1100 1230

COGIC Sunday



KATUSA Sunday Tuesday Tuesday Tuesday Tuesday

1230





Stone Chapel Stanley Chapel West Casey Chapel Warrior Chapel Crusader Chapel Hovey Chapel Casey Memorial Chapel Camp Stanley Chapel

CRC Warrior Chapel

Collective

CRC Warrior Chapel Camp Stanley Chapel Camp Castle Chapel Casey Memorial Chapel Camp Hovey Chapel

United Pentecostal Sunday

Sunday Sunday Sunday Sunday

1130 0900 1200 0930

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



Jewish

Friday

1830

West Casey Chapel

0930 1030 1100

Brian Allgood Hospital K-16 Chapel Hannam Village Chapel

0800 0930 1100 1230

Memorial Chapel South Post Chapel South Post Chapel South Post Chapel

1430 0910

South Post Chapel Hannam Village Chapel Memorial Chapel

1830

Memorial Chapel

Seventh-Day Adventist Saturday

0930

Brian Allgood Hospital

Early Morning Service (Korean) Mon-Sat

0510

South Post Chapel

Sunday

1000

Memorial Chapel

Tuesday

Catholic Mass Saturday 1700 Sunday 0800 Sunday 1130 Mon/Wed/Thur/Fri 1145 1st Sat. 0900



Friday

1830

Memorial Chapel South Post Chapel Memorial Chapel Memorial Chapel Memorial Chapel

1100 1100

Freedom Chapel Suwon Air Base Chapel

1300

Freedom Chapel

Contemporary

1700

Freedom Chapel

KATUSA Tuesday

1900

Freedom Chapel

Korean Wednesday

1930

Freedom Chapel

Mass Daily Sunday

Every 2nd Friday

Collective Protestant Sunday Church of Christ Gospel Contemporary Wednesday Friday Korean Tuesday Wednesday

1000 1030 1700 1215

Camp Carroll Camp Walker Camp Walker Camp Walker

1900 1900

Camp Carroll Camp Walker

1900 1830

Camp Carroll Camp Walker

0900 1145 1700

Camp Walker Camp Carroll Camp Walker

Catholic Services

Catholic Services

Jewish

Catholic Services

Jewish

Collective Sunday Gospel

Area IV Worship Schedule Protestant Services

Protestant Services

1330

Episcopal

Catholic Services/Mass

Sunday Sunday Sunday

Liturgical Sunday Contemporary Sunday Traditional Sunday Gospel Sunday Mision Pentecostal Hispana Sunday Korean Sunday

KATUSA 1900 1900 1800 1830 1830

Area III Worship Schedule

Area II Worship Schedule Protestant Services

Collective Sunday Sunday Sunday Sunday Sunday Sunday

IMCOM-K • PAGE 15 http://imcom.korea.army.mil

1145 0900 0900

Annex 2 Chapel Freedom Chapel Suwon Air Base Chapel

1830

Annex 2 Chapel

Mass Sunday Saturday

For information, contact Corey Ringer at [email protected], or call 753-3909.

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

South Post Chapel

Korea-wide Army chaplain points of contact USAG-Yongsan Chaplains

USAG-Humphreys Chaplains

USAG-Red Cloud/Casey

USAG-Daegu Chaplains

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

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

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

Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Kwon Pyo: [email protected], 764-5455

Chaplain (Maj.) Terry E. Jarvis: [email protected], 738-3917

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

Red Cloud Chaplain (Lt. Col) David Acuff: [email protected], 732-6169

Chaplain (Capt.) Billy Graham: [email protected], 765-8991

No Endorsement Implied

Chaplain (Maj.) Daniel E. Husak: [email protected], 736-3018

IMCOM-K • PAGE 16 http://imcom.korea.army.mil

FEATURE

THE MORNING CALM

Scream on the Trail: Camp Walker Haunted House

Photos by Daegu Garrison BOSS USAG-Daegu Public Affairs CAMP WALKER — Over 500 people who would like to scream and feel the Halloween came out to Camp Walker Haunted house Oct. 30-31. As part of giving back to the community, Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers has been running the Haunted House every Halloween for many years. This year’s Halloween was not an exception. It was a great way to let people involved have so much fun and feel the Halloween atmosphere here in the American community in Daegu, Korea. There were also a lot of Koreans who ususally do not celebrate Halloween. Several organizations from Area IV volunteered for this event, decorating their assigned rooms as haunted hospital, witches’ room and evil crown room. 169th Sig Bn. won the 1st place for being most scary haunted house. AFN was placed 2nd and 563rd Medlog got 3rd place. With the enormous amount of support from the community, BOSS has every intention of showing the Daegu community a frightfully good time again next year. The BOSS program has been making efforts to fulfill the needs of Single and unaccompanied Soldiers for 19 years on the Korean peninsula. To get involved with BOSS and make a positive difference in the lives of Soldiers and the Daegu community, contact Sgt. Andrew A. Dorsey at 764-4426.

NOVEMBER 6, 2009

FEATURE

IMCOM-K • PAGE 17 http://imcom.korea.army.mil

IMCOM-K • PAGE 18 http://imcom.korea.army.mil

NEWS

THE MORNING CALM

Forgotten war, no more

As we ready ourselves to honor all our Servicemembers on Veterans Day, Nov. 11, 2009, what better group of men and women to feature, than those who served and those they liberated during the Korean War. The photos seen here are featured in a set called “Korean War Historical Images” at www.flickr.com/photos/imcomkorea. The set has nearly 400,000 views, that’s just visitors to the set, the photo in the top left corner has over 40,750 views alone, there are 511 images in the set. “What was really amazing to me was the gratitude shown to us, from not only veterans and families who have found the photos, but from the Korean media that have used this set in their television shows, magazines, web sites and newspaper articles,” said Slade Walters, IMCOM Korea Public Affairs Officer. The total views to the IMCOM Photostream is rapidly approaching 4 million, thanks in a large part to this set, Walters added. Truly a forgotten war, no more. – U.S. Army graphic by Dave Palmer

NOVEMBER 6, 2009

IMCOM-K • PAGE 19 http://imcom.korea.army.mil

NOVEMBER 6, 2009

AREA III

USAG-H • PAGE 21 http://imcom.korea.army.mil

Wildcards use competition to motivate Soldiers, conduct training 2-2 tackles TAA Tom

By Spc. Timothy N. Oberle 2nd Combat Aviation Brigade Public Affairs tactical assembly area tom — On Oct. 25, 2nd Assault Battalion, 2nd Aviation Regiment from K-16 Air Base deployed here to begin Competition Stakes, an annual competition amongst 2nd Battalion 2nd Combat Aviation Brigade companies. The four-day competition consisted of all of the basic tasks the battalion is expected to perform during a combat mission. “The competition is the first opportunity for the new command teams to come out to the field and exercise platoon and company battle drills in a competitive nature,” said Lt. Col. Matthew R. Lewis, the battalion commander for the 2-2 Avn. “It also helps motivate the Soldiers and teams to train hard prior to coming to the field.” Units in South Korea typically have a high turnover rate especially during the summer, Lewis said, and the competition serves as a springboard for the new commanders and Soldiers to get used to how things are done here. During the competition, the battalion is divided into two categories, said Lewis. All flight companies compete in an air assault

Pvt. Matthew R. Breen with Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 2-2 Assault, takes his position after a simulated explosion during a training exercise at K-16 recently. Each company in 2-2 Battalion practiced basic drills during the exercise and were evaluated for a competition between the ground support companies. — U.S. Army photos by Cpl. Ju-ho Ma

Soldiers with A Company, 2-2 Assault, hook a fuel container to a Black Hawk after Soldiers board the helicopter at K-16 during a recent training exercise. As part of the exercise, each air assault company paired up with a ground support company and practiced ground and air assault skills.

section and all support companies are put into a support category. The air assault competition includes Alpha Company, Bravo Company and Charlie Company. The support category features Delta Company, Echo Company, Foxtrot Company and Headquarters and Headquarters Company. The air assault companies are graded on a four-ship air assault, sling load operations and command and control operations, said Capt. Jonathan M. Schloicka, Bravo Company commander, 2-2 Avn. Each company rotates with the other companies as to what operation they are to perform. “One company does its air assault on a particular night, another company provides aid for the air assault with sling load operations to fuel the helicopters and the last company provides command and control assistance during the fueling operation,” said Schloicka. Despite the fact that it is a competition, it allows all of the companies to work as a battalion, Lewis said. “The competition is also part of a combined training effort with the Republic of Korea Army as part of a bigger plan to hand over leadership to the ROK army in 2012. The next segment of the combined training will take place later this year and will directly involve the ROK units,” he said. The support category includes a garrison portion where each company is graded on administrative functions such as a barracks inspection, office organization, an arms room inspection, review of Non-Combatant Evacuation Operation packets and each company’s virtual family readiness group program, said Schloicka. “The support companies are also graded on a field portion consisting of various warrior skills such as react to contact, NBC attacks, combat life saving skills and radio

operations,” Schloicka said. Lewis said there are incentives to win the competition. “The competition for the support companies creates a motivating force for the Soldiers other than my wrath,” said Lewis. “The winner of the assault portion also gets to park their birds in the closest parking spaces and last place has to park in the cheap seats. I haven’t decided yet, but the winning support company may get a command-sponsored party,” said Lewis. “No matter what, all of the Soldiers have a good time and are able to get training that they wouldn’t find on a deployment,” Lewis said. “The get to practice full spectrum operations and basic field craft like setting up lodgment that they wouldn’t do in the desert because it is already set up.” After a heated competition during an unusually warm autumn week the Renegades of Bravo Company won the air assault category and Echo Company won the support category of the competition for the battalion.

Chief Warrant Officers 2 David Jankowski, Paul Crandall and Brent Warner conduct a terrain walk before an air assault exercise.

USAG-H • PAGE 22 http://imcom.korea.army.mil

News & Notes Humphreys road construction update Nov. 1 - 22, the Directorate of Public Works is replacing the barriers on Freedom Road. The section affected is near the main gate, in front of the Gateway Club. There will only be one lane open during this timeframe. Expect delays as we make improvements to our roadways please plan accordingly. Overseas Housing Allowance Utility survey All servicemembers in Korea who reside off post and receive Overseas Housing Allowance are encouraged to take the OHA utility survey. OHA is a valuable entitlement for servicemembers stationed overseas. The time spent answering the survey questions enable the Department of Defense to set equitable OHA utility rates. Participation in this year’s OHA Utility Survey is critical to Families receiving equitable OHA utility allowance. All servicemembers in Korea who reside off post and receive OHA may access the survey Nov. 15 through Dec. 14 at http://175fmc.korea.army.mil. American Gladiators coming to Humphreys The American Gladiators Tour presented by Pro Sports MVP will be at the Super Gym Nov. 10 at 7 p.m. This goodwill military tour features Gladiators “Panther”, “Wolf”, “Venom”, “Titan”, and “Phoenix” and promises interactive events with the troops such as Tug-o-war, Joust and Dodgeball. If you would like more information please call Michele Clayton at 753-8031. Family Block Party USO and FMWR are hosting a Family Block party Nov. 14. Humphreys’ community members are invited to participate in a Family 5k run at 10 a.m., a car show at 11 a.m. and a chili cookoff at starts at noon. This is a community event with something for everyone, even the kids. For more information, call 753-6281. Youth Basketball registration Registration for the Youth basketball season is ongoing through Nov. 16. Children ages 4-19 are eligible to participate. Players need to be registered with Child and Youth Services. To register, contact Yeji Smith at the Central Enrollment office in the Child Development Center, building 693 or call Brad Ficek at 7545051 for more information. Newcomers and Spouses Orientation The combined Newcomers and Spouses Orientation will be at the Community Activity Center Nov. 17 starting at 8 a.m. For more information, call 753-8401. Anti-terrorism/Force Protection Exercise On Nov. 20, USAG-Humphreys is conducting an Anti-terrorism/Force Protection Exercise from 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. vicinity Humphreys American School. Students will be evacuated during the exercise to the Super gym. Some garrison services and vehicle traffic in and around the exercise area may be disrupted during the event. Call 754-6192 for more information. Combined Federal Campaign update As of week four, the Area III Combined Federal Campaign has collected $62,096 from donors. $1885.00 of the donations went directly back to Humphreys through the Family Services Youth Program. If interested in contributing or for more information on the Combined Federal Campaign, call 753-7327. The CFC season ends Dec. 4. We want your stories! We want to publish your stories and photos in the Morning Calm Weekly and on the USAGHumphreys Command Channel. Please send any information or products to Lori Yerdon. Call 754-6132 for more information or e-mail lori. [email protected].

AREA III

THE MORNING CALM

Post office staff works hard for Holiday mail deadlines By Allexthea I. Carter USAG-Humphreys Public Affairs HUMPHREYS GARRISON — The holidays are fast approaching and the 8th Postal Operations Division here urges everyone to mail presents and cards early so loved ones can get them on time. The post office door has a list of the deadlines for mailing that should guarantee on-time arrival of presents. Starting on Nov. 30 to Dec. 18 the post office will extend their hours to accommodate customers. For the kids overseas, there is an opportunity to write to Santa Claus and there’s even a chance to get a response from the man who drives the sleigh. “That’s the biggest morale booster. The kids here won’t get left out. Some kids here feel since they’re in Korea they won’t get the same benefits that they would get in the states,” said 2nd Lt. Christina Alford, Platoon Leader 19th Adjutant General Postal Company. “It’s a way of saying no one has forgotten about you.” To ensure Soldiers who work in the post office are remembered, the post office is also running an Adopt a Soldier Campaign. The campaign provides community members the opportunity to donate food,

Post Office Holiday mail deadlines Space Available Mail Nov. 30 Priority Mail Dec. 7 Letter/First Class Mail Dec. 7 Express Mail Dec. 14 The Post Office is extending its hours of operation Nov. 30 to Dec. 18. Monday – Friday: 9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Saturday and Training holidays: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. For more information, call 753-6563. Pfc. Robert Yharbrough (left) helps Pfc. Jonathan Wright (right) at the post office, here recently. Hand outs with the dates for Holiday presents can be found in the post office. — U.S. Army photo by Allexthea I. Carter

phone or gift cards or anything to lift the spirits of the post office staff that’s working hard during the holiday season. “Normally, when all the other units are off on holidays and four day weekends, my Soldiers are still at work. On Christmas

Eve they’re here all day; we’re the last ones here,” said Alford. “They don’t get a chance to spend time with their families.” To make sure packages arrive on time, follow the 2009 Christmas mailing deadline for stateside-bound mail.

USAG-Humphreys leaders enhance their skills through AFTB By Crystal Christian USAG-Humphreys Public Affairs

HUMPHREYS GARRISON — Six members of the Humphreys community met Oct. 27 and 28 to participate in Army Family Team Building Level III “Lead” Others at the Family Readiness Center here. Army Community Service provided the training to Allexthea Carter, Ignacio Garcia, Xiomara Martinez, Toyee Tinsley, Shareen Whitehead and Ameyo Yoplo. Leadership is at the core of Army Family Team Building. AFTB instructors— volunteers all—pull from their own experience in communication, motivation, leadership, team building, group conflict and mentoring to pass their knowledge on to fellow leaders in the Army Family. Level III courses build on the skills students learn in Levels I and II of the program when Soldiers, Family members and Civilians gain the knowledge, skills and behaviors to support the total Army effort. The courses Level III offers include: Coaching and Mentoring, Delegation for Leaders and Managing Group Conflict. By educating and training members of the Army community to be self-sufficient leaders within their community, AFTB contributes to the Army mission. Tinsley has completed all three levels of the program and enjoyed Level III the most. “I learned a better concept of time management and different ideas of how to delegate,” Toyee said. Martinez is a volunteer with ACS and has attended Concept Blocks and the other levels of the program. Martinez agreed with Tinsley that this was her favorite level of the program. According to Martinez, Level III gave her more structure toward her leadership style.

AFTB Level III leaders (left to right) Toyee Tinsley, Ignacio Garcia, AFTB Program Manager Clarence Figgs, Xiomara Martinez, and Allexthea Carter. — U.S. Army photo by Crystal Christian “It taught me a specific guideline to leadership. Instead of an ‘I’m in charge mentality,’ it gave me more structure,” she said. Students also reap the reward of team building, in the course Building Cohesive Teams; all of the courses work together to keep team members communicating effectively. Allexthea Carter enjoyed this part of the instruction. “A benefit of Level III is learning how to diffuse issues like hidden agendas and making a team come together,” Carter said after receiving her certificate of completion. Tinsley recommended Level III to other members of the community saying it was “…beneficial for everybody because if you are the smartest person on the team, then you need to remove yourself.”

“To be a good leader, you have to be a good follower,” Martinez added. All of the courses offered in Level III are geared toward preparing community members for leadership roles, but are great classes for anyone interested. Soldiers staff sergeant and below who complete all three levels of AFTB in a classroom setting receive four promotion points. AFTB classes do not have to be taken in order. Upcoming classes include the Concept Block “Team Building” Friday, Nov. 20 from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. and Level I “Army 101” Dec. 1 and 2 from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. Both classes will be at the Family Readiness Center. For information or to register call ACS at 753-8401 or e-mail humphreysaftb@ live.com. Classes are also available online at www.myarmyonesource.com.

AREA III

NOVEMBER 6, 2009

USAG-H • PAGE 23 http://imcom.korea.army.mil

In their own words…Area III community members reflect on Veterans Day Veterans Day is a celebration honoring America’s veterans for their patriotism, love of country and sacrifice for the common good. For many years, Americans have paid homage to service men and women. When asked what Veterans Day means to them, USAG-Humphreys Soldiers and Civilians reflect upon the holiday in their own way.

Spc. Andrew Wellborn Headquarters and Headquarters Battery 35 Air Defense Artillery Brigade

Staff Sgt. Antoinette Andrews Headquarters and Headquarters Company 4-2 AVN Regiment

Sgt. Lora Kelly Headquarters and Headquarters Company U.S. Army Garrison Humphreys

“Veterans Day is a time to remember those you served in the wars before us, as well as the POWs and MIAs from those wars. It’s important to me because my grandfather was on the USS Forrestal when it exploded. Even though he survived, he’s no longer with us, so Veterans Day serves as a time to remember him.”

“I think Veterans Day means the commemoration of all the hard work of Soldiers before us, who had worked hard for the freedom. And it’s our job to follow their footsteps.”

“The men and women in uniform make sacrifices every day, especially during a time of war. I think Veterans Day serves as a reminder of those who sacrifice.”

Sergeant First Class Mark A. Rosser Headquarters and Headquarters Battery 6-52 Air and Missile Defense Battalion

Mr. Chong K. Yim 2nd Combat Aviation Brigade Liaison Officer

Mr. Mike Mooney Marketing Chief U.S. Army Garrison Humphreys Family & MWR

“I feel honored to serve in these times. During my 22 years of service, I have observed and experienced a great deal of transitions. However, although uniforms have changed, leaders and fellow members have changed, and even the way we do a PT test has changed, the one thing that hasn’t changed are veterans. Veterans Day is very dear to me and close to my heart as it reminds me of the selfless service that my brothers and sisters in arms share with me every day, as we have for countless number of years.”

“Almost every Korean male should go through the military service, so it’s easy for Korean society to forget how meaningful job Soldiers are doing. That’s why American Veterans Day reminds me again of the importance of the Army in this society, and things that Soldiers of both countries have done so far.”

“If it wasn’t for the men and women who served in uniform, who were willing to put their lives on the line, we wouldn’t be able to enjoy the freedoms and the quality of life we enjoy today. So it is very important to have one day, to take a few mintues of our time to be grateful for the work they’ve done for us.”

Humphreys Transportation Motor Pool staff helps local students By Bob McElroy USAG-Humphreys Public Affairs

Eight students at Buyeong Elementary School in Anjung-ri will have school lunches for the rest of the year thanks to the generosity of the employees at the Humphreys Transportation Motor Pool. The students are shown here with Humphreys Director of Logistics Clarence Slawson (back row, left), Deputy to the Garrison Commander David W. Frodsham (next to Slawson), TMP officer in charge Chief Warrant Officer 5 Charles Kim, the school’s principal and local leaders. — U.S. Army photo by Bob McElroy

HUMPHREYS GARRISON — The staff at the Humphreys Transportation Motor Pool made a difference in the lives of eight local elementary school students recently when they raised enough money to pay for their school lunches for the year. Each of the students is from a family of limited means and, in some cases, from a family that has lost at least one parent. The students range from grade one through six. Led by TMP officer in charge Chief Warrant Officer 5 Charles Kim, the staff raised $1,900 at a recent lunch buffet to pay for the students’ lunches. On Oct. 24, Deputy to the Garrison Commander David W. Frodsham presented each student with 285,000 won at Buyeong Elementary School in Anjong-ri. Frodsham was joined by DOL director Clarence Slawson and Kim. Kim began the TMP fund-raising efforts in September 2007 to help promote the garrison’s Good Neighbor Program and help local families in need. He said his employees are proud that they can participate in this endeavor and want to continue raising funds for the local students.

Gas Station Pumping Up the Savings for MILITARY STAR Card Users Army & Air Force Exchange Service Public Affairs HUMPHREYS GARRISON — With the busy, and expensive, holiday shopping season just around the corner, The Army & Air Force Exchange Service gas station at USAG-Humphreys is helping to make sure that the fill up doesn’t empty the wallet. In addition to the five cents a gallon discount that MILITARY STAR Card holders already enjoy every time they fuel up, steeper discounts are being offered three times before the New Year. On Veterans Day, Nov. 11, military shoppers using their MILITARY STAR Card can take advantage of 11 cents off per gallon of fuel. From Nov. 30 – Dec. 4 as well as Dec. 28 – Jan. 1, the savings soar to 20 cents per gallon for those purchasing with their MILITARY STAR Card. “These discounts couldn’t come at a better time,” said the exchange’s General Manager Rick Fair. “Because the MILITARY STAR Card is an exchange product, it provides unique opportunities to deliver unprecedented savings opportunities like these to authorized drivers at USAG Humphreys.” Exchange shoppers can learn more about the MILITARY STAR Card by visiting the Post Exchange or logging on to www.aafes.com and clicking the MILITARY STAR Card icon.

NOVEMBER 6, 2009

AREA IV

USAG-D • PAGE 25 http://daegu.korea.army.mil

Deployments Render Tough Challenges for Local Soldier By Mary Grimes USAG-Daegu Public Affairs CAMP HENRY — For Sgt. 1st Class Jason D. Gibbons of Cameron, Texas, time is something he vows never again to take for granted. Deployed five times, and to as many areas of conflict, the father of four says he realizes what’s really important in life, and that his service makes up only a tiny part of the whole. As with other soldiers like him, Gibbons said he is well aware of the heavy cost and personal sacrifices often associated with military service. “I’m doing what a soldier does. You train hard and you train well, and when the time comes for all of that training to be put into play, you step up to the plate and perform as best you can—regardless of what you have to sacrifice,” he stated. Reflecting on his active duty experiences in the past year, Gibbons explained just what those duties entailed. Commented the soldier, “It was just a year ago I was deployed to Afghanistan, and I was assigned to a unit that was positioned just eight miles from the Pakistan border. Our mission involved going out and clearing routes of IEDs or, improvised explosive devices. In short, our task force, along with the engineers and ordnance battalion, handled anything that had to do with counter-IED explosives.” Unfaltering in his recollection of dayto-day activities in Afghanistan, the former Fort Benning, Georgia Platoon Sergeant vividly described the challenges and threats encountered by him and his unit during their deployment. “What stands out most in my mind is the level of combat fighting of the enemy we were facing. They (the enemy) don’t run. They stay and fight until they die, or they will disappear into caves. In Afghanistan they have a lot of cave networks. The Afghan enemy always fights from high ground. They never fight in an even space. “When they initiate an ambush, they always follow it up with some type of small

Wearing an expression of deep contemplation, Sgt. 1st Class Jason D. Gibbons, USAG Daegu, appears oblivious to the presence of “The Stone Grandfather” or “Guardian God,” South Korea’s symbol of the southern island of Cheju.. — U.S. Army photo by Mary Grimes arms fire and rocket-propelled grenades. They always mass…never one or two people out there, but usually they operated in a platoon-sized format--with always about 30 or 40 people. Whenever we went out to fight, we could count on these types of numbers waiting for us,” Gibbons said. There were always incoming rounds. Being so close to the Pakistan border, incoming

artillery was a constant for us. After a couple of weeks, your sleep seems to go away. You’re always running in and out of a bunker… especially if you’re not in a concrete roofed area. Sleeping in a bunker was not at all unusual. Although you might get only a couple of hours of sleep, the fact that you were continuously hit by artillery definitely kept you alert.”

Gibbons described Afghanistan as different from deployments to Bosnia, Desert Storm, Cuba, and Iraq. Describing the terrain he said, “Afghanistan was different in several regards. For one thing, the terrain is different from what you might find in Iraq. The elevation is different and there’s not as much infrastructure. The roads are mostly stream beds. You have to maneuver unimproved roads or mountain passes that produce nothing but very, very tough terrain.” Understanding the odds and the risks involved in combat, the seasoned soldier said that it’s always the training and the unit cohesiveness that you fall back on. Expressed Gibbons, “The training I received before being deployed left me feeling very competent and capable of handling whatever our mission. Yet, there’s a harsh reality that every soldier comes to know and understand. When I first arrived in Afghanistan, we lost two soldiers in our unit. That was hard, and it’s not the type of thing you get used to. Since I had just arrived at the unit I didn’t know the soldiers by name, but the bottom line is it was a loss of lives and you had to feel something. You felt a sadness and you felt a closeness because these were fellow Americans. These were fallen comrades.” Having volunteered for deployment to Afghanistan, Gibbons said that he has no regrets for having done so. “I volunteered because I felt that it was the right thing to do. The Army needed me. I was single and there were some married guys in my unit. I felt that I should be the one to go and so I did. That was the sacrifice I was willing to make. Besides, I’d deployed before and I had a better idea of what was ahead,” he said. While the past year seems to have moved by quickly, Gibbons said that it’s during those quiet, private moments when he realizes both life and time are fleeting. “ I’m no different from any other soldier. I think about home. I think about family. I know that that my

— See SFC. GIBBONS on Page 26—

Leaders sign AFC, promise improvements to family resources By Cpl. Lee, Jae Won 19th ESC Public Affairs Office KYONG-JU — Leaders of the 8th U.S. Army across the peninsula signed the Army Family Covenant (AFC) Oct. 23 at the KyongJu Hilton Hotel. The purpose of the ceremony is to reinforce the Army’s commitment to improving the quality of life for Soldiers and their Families. Lt. Gen. Joseph Fil, Commanding General, 8th U.S. Army, Command Sgt. Maj. Robert Winzenried, 8th U.S. Army, Maj. Gen. Michael S. Tucker, Commanding General, 2nd Infantry Division, Command Sgt. Maj. Peter Burrowes, 2nd ID, Brig. Gen. Thomas A. Harvey, Commanding General, 19th Expeditionary Sustainment Command, Command Sgt. Maj. Brian S. Connie, 19th ESC, and other significant leaders signed the covenant as other leaders and staffs looked on. “This is a tremendous time and opportunity for 8th Army Commanders and Command Sergeants Major to move one step forward to make our community a better place to live, a better place to work,” said Lt. Gen. Joseph Fil, Commanding General, 8th Army, “this is truly a moment for us to rededicate ourselves to pursue

the excellence of Army family life.” The covenant signing was accompanied by a presentation that explained what improvements are in store for the 8th Army and 2nd ID and AFC program. Some of these included providing families a strong and supportive environment, building a partnership with Army Families and improving Family readiness by funding Family programs and services, increasing health care and improving housing, ensuring youth services and child care and expanding education and employment opportunities in order to provide outstanding quality of life for Servicemembers. “If you look at the strength of a nation, you see is defined by Soldiers. What we have found out over many years is that this strength cannot be sustained without Families. This is an affirmation of a new way of thinking towards the future,” said Brig. Gen. Thomas A. Harvey, Commanding General, 19th ESC, “when you have a Soldier, you have a family. They are together, they are unit and they are strength because the Army’s centerpiece is its Soldiers and Families.” The AFC program was initially signed on Oct. 8, 2007, and institutionalized the Secretary of the Army and Chief of Staff of the Army’s

Lt. Gen. Joseph Fil, Eighth U.S. Army Commanding General, and Command Sgt. Maj. Robert Winzenried, Eighth U.S. Army, is signing on the Army Family Covenant during the Eighth Army Commander’s Off-Site Conference at Gyeong-Ju Hilton Hotel, Oct. 23. — U.S. Army photo by Cpl. Lee, Jae-won determination to provide Soldiers and their Families with a level of support commensurate with their level of Service. “Signing of the Covenant, like we are doing

here today, and has been done in Korea in the past, is a visible sign of support of our leadership for the Army Family Covenant.” Said Col. Steve Shappell, G-1, 8th Army.

USAG-D • PAGE 26 http://daegu.korea.army.mil t

News & Notes

AREA IV

Daegu Orphanage Participates in Ghoulish Activities

Holiday Mail Deadline

Below is the 2009 Christmas mailing deadline for stateside bound mail. Mail early and beat the last minute rush. Space Available Mail Nov. 30 09 Priority Mail Dec. 7 09 Letter/First Class Mail Dec. 7 09 Express Mail (EMMS) Dec. 14 09 DSA Upcoming Events

Daegu Spouse Association holds various events until end of the year. Make it-fakeit-bake-it-auction, Nov. 17. Moreover tour of homes and cookie bake off will occur in December. Not only that, but Holiday Gift wrapping fund-raiser Nov. 27-Dec. 24 at the Camp Walker PX foyer way come earn money for your organization. Sign up deadline is Nov. 15. For more information please contact Juliet Davidson at [email protected] or call 010-8408-0512. Key Caller Training

This course provides the information and training needed to be an effective and resourceful Key Caller to All Family Readiness Groups Nov. 29, 9 a.m. -12 p.m. Pre-registration is required. DSN: 768-7112 Commercial: 0505-768-7112 Camp Henry ACS. Childcare available. Call 0505-764-5298 to register and reserve your space. Coffee House

Come to Camp Carroll Chapel Annex building #904. Food and drinks will be served along with coffee, tea. Video, board games, movies and music. A great place just to relax! Every Friday it opens at 6 p.m. For more information please contact Chaplain Graham at 765-8581/8606. Wreath Laying Ceremony

19th expeditionary sustainment command Veterans Day wreath Laying Ceremony at the Hill 303 Memorial 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov.11 at U.S Army Materiel Support Center-Korea building S-388 Camp Carroll for 90 Years of honoring those who serve. Palgong Mountain Hiking

BOSS & Interns are invited by the Korean Foreigner Tourist Facility Association to a Palgong Mountain hiking tour, Nov. 11. Two hours hiking up to Gotbawi (Hat Rock) on the eastern side of Palgong mountain, and two hours of tour of Brass museum, General Shin’s shrine. Free Korean lunch and transportation will be provided. Depart 10 a.m., Commissary parking lot, Camp Walker. Return by 5 p.m. For information, contact Chong Yong-kon at 768-6907 or chongy2@ korea.army.mil by Nov.6. We Want Your Stories

If you want to advertise any events or information for the Area IV community in the Morning Calm Weekly, please send an e-mail to Cpl. Park Kyungrock, [email protected] or 768-8070 for Camp Walker, Henry and George and contact Cpl. Lee Dodam, [email protected] for Camp Carroll.

THE MORNING CALM

Children from Daegu’s Hodongwon Orphanage are all smiles as they receive a dose of sweets and treats from Area IV volunteers at the Camp Walker military installation during Halloween activities. — U.S. Army photo by Gu, You-jin By Gu, You-jin USAG-Daegu Public Affairs Intern CAMP WALKER — Children from Daegu’s Hodongwon Orphanage were given lots of sweets and treats during Halloween

activities on Camp Walker. On hand to welcome the Korean youth and the Hodongwon Orphanage leadership was Capt. Sylvia D. Johnson, HHC, USAGDaegu Commander. “Having the children present to participate in our Halloween

activities was as much a treat for us as it was for them. The Area IV community is always pleased to be a part of any activity that reaches out to our local community and strengthens U.S. and Korea partnerships,” she said. U.S. soldiers and KATUSAs helped lift the spirits of more than 40 orphans— bringing smiles and expressions of gratitude to both American and Korean visitors. According to Cpl. Jin Ho Hyun, USAGDAEGU, “I spent a rewarding day, escorting children and playing with them. I had a really good time. I am very proud of volunteering on Halloween Day instead of wasting my time.” Divided into several teams, U.S. soldiers and KATUSAs escorted the jubilant children from door to door throughout the Camp Walker housing area. For 10 year old Jae Min Im, the ghoulish event was unforgettable. “I’m so happy. It is so interesting to see people in these disguises. It is like I’m in another world,” he said. The night did not end with the collection of candy and jellies. Adding to the children’s once-in-a lifetime Halloween experience, the U.S. army Good Neighbor program treated the bright-eyed youth to pizza.

KATUSA Snack Bar owner welcomes one and all The meeting with the owner of Camp Henry KATUSA Snack Bar since 1999 By Kang, Hey-jin USAG-Daegu Public Affairs Intern CAMP HENRY — If you have ever visited Camp Henry, then you are likely familiar with the ‘KATUSA snack bar’. On this tiny military compound, none can boast a menu that has a variety of popular Korean food. The owner of the KATUSA snack bar, Dong-hyang Choi has worked at that same location since 1999. Proud of her profession, the smiling Choi said, “Ten years prior to the opening of the KATUSA Snack Bar, the officers of MWR expressed an appreciation for the food I made. They enjoyed the meals so much that they suggested that I set up a cafeteria. This suggestion resulted in the establishment of the KATUSA Snack Bar that is such a hit on Camp Henry.” At first, basic communication was a struggle. “When I first started out, everything was so unfamiliar. I had to try to communicate with Americans and understand them. As time went by I slowly began to better understand or comprehend American customs and culture. I recall thinking that here is small America. For that reason, I began to truly understand the importance of getting to know and understand them.” Preparing meals at the KATUSA snack bar isn’t without its perks. Stated Choi, “ I have fond memories of so many people

The owner of KATUSA snack bar at Camp Henry, Dong-hyang Choi has worked there since 1999. — U.S. Army photo by Kang, Hyejin coming in and out of the snack bar. I’m not sure of who the general was, but he attended my daughter’s wedding ceremony. I deeply appreciated that act of kindness.

from Page 25

SFC. GIBBONS family understands what it is I have to do, and their support gets me through the difficult and challenging moments every soldier experiences.” It would be during his second deployment to Iraq, that Gibbons would have to draw from that support, when he learned of the passing of his mother. Speaking almost reverently the soldier said, “Talk about handling a challenge.

“You won’t find a single KATUSA that doesn’t appreciate the snack bar. “Quite often I give special rice soup for the KATUSA who is suffering from an illness. I think of the KATUSA as being like my sons,” said Choi. When asked about the menu available at the KATUSA snack Bar, Choi said, “Jeyuk bokkeum, a kind of stir-fried pork’ is the most popular menu among the Korean and ‘Dol-sot bibimbap’ and ‘Bulgogi-dupbab, a set of a bowl of boiled beef and rice’ is the most popular food among the Americans. Surprisingly, most of the Americans like traditional Korean food, and they are always welcomed at the snack bar.” According to Choi, close to 100 patrons have their meals at the KATUSA snack bar Monday through Saturday. “Whenever we prepare meals, we always take cleanliness, freshness of prepared foods, and customer service into consideration. We do so because, we put everything--our mind, our heart and our focus into preparing the best possible meals for our customer,” stated the owner. Committed to providing the best possible food and service to every individual who enters the Camp Henry KATUSA snack bar, Choi said, “I encourage any and everyone to visit our facility. Every customer is welcomed, and that goes for old and new patrons to our snack bar facility.”

I don’t know of anything that is as difficult as hearing that your mother has passed. I miss her. I especially felt bad because I was away when it happened. The one thing I enjoyed doing was sending her flowers on her birthday. I did that for years and even today, I miss doing that. If I’ve not learned anything else, I’ve learned never to take anything…not time…not people…not even the sun rising,

for granted.” With less than a handful of years remaining on active duty, Gibbons said that he’s had an extraordinary military career. “I’m currently assigned to DPW (Directorate of Public Works) on Camp Henry, and most likely I’ll turn in my boots when this tour is up. I have served my country to the best of my ability, which makes me very proud,” he said.

NOVEMBER 6, 2009

AREA IV

USAG-D • PAGE 27 http://daegu.korea.army.mil

25th Trans. Battalion Cooperates With 2nd USAG Daegu Weekly Photo Army Physical Fitness Test ROKA on Convoy Exercise at Sintanjin

2nd Lt. David V. Melichar, Operations Officer, 25th Trans. Bn., instates the mission of the convoy team to the participants at Camp Henry, Oct. 27 — U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Lee, Jun Ho By Pfc. Lee, Jun Ho 19th ESC Public Affairs SINTANJIN — A ROK Army jeep vehicle and two U.S. Army HMMVWs departed Camp Henry, Daegu, enroute to Sintanjin, Chungnam province on Oct. 27. 25th Transportation Battalion hosted a convoy exercise with 32nd Movement Control Center of the 2nd ROK Army as a counterpart. The goal of the exercise was to test the communication system between the vehicles of the two armies while they are on highway. Capt. Kim, Hyunsuk, 32nd MCC, 2nd ROK Army, and his vehicle were met by the day’s convoy team of 25th Trans Battalion at Camp Henry, 7:30 a.m.. The convoy team officer in charge, 2nd

Lt. David V. Melichar, 517th MCT, 25th Trans BN, 19th Expeditionary Sustainment Command, instated the mission to the team before departing.” “As you know, Daegu city is the place that needs most caution, because of the high traffic, with lots of cars and aggressive drivers.” The team of ten, including drivers, interpreters, and telegraphers were split into three vehicles and departed for the long trip. The communications between the vehicles and signal teams at check points were made through the radio, Movement Tracking System and satellite-assisted global positioning system. Sending and receiving the messages, while checking the radio contact was the reason for the driving mission. The team went through Chilgok and to Sintanjin, where the signal teams were

HHC, USAG Daegu Soldiers had a Army Physical Fitness Test (APFT) for an hour, Oct 29. The APFT composed of Push-up, Sit-up and 2-mile run is held to check Soldiers’ physical strength every 6 months. — U.S. Army photo by Kang, Hye-jin waiting for the feedback, and repeated the process while traveling back to Daegu. After the six-hour round trip, the team leaders gathered for after-action review. Though the problem in communication regarding the radio frequency and the satellite signal was the main issue between the participants, most of the leaders agreed that they will be able to improve their communication for the next exercise. The exercise posed great opportunity for the two armies to collaborate and work together on communication systems. “It was a good chance to experience the up to date technologies of the U.S. Army. We have a lot learn about them,” said Kim.

Maj. George S. Crockatt, S-3, 25th Trans BN, emphasized the value of the exercise. “We want this exercise to be a quarterly event, to integrate the 2nd ROK Army in the convoy exercise,” said Crockatt. In contingency, taking the highways of Korea is crucial for convoy missions. That is the reason why planning the use of the highways by setting combined highway regulation points that are shared between the two states is important. “We are still in the crawl phase, and have long way to go yet. But we are working on getting access to all the roads at anytime with the Department of Transportation of Korea,” said Crockatt with positive outlook.

USAG-D • PAGE 28 http://daegu.korea.army.mil

AREA IV

THE MORNING CALM

Self sacrifice brings positive impact to our community By Cpl. Lee, Jae Won 19th ESC Public Affairs Office CAMP HENRY — A n e n l i s t e d Soldier who dedicated time and effort as a Unit Victim Advocate (UVA) to help victims of sexual assaults was awarded with a Certificate of Appreciation by the Eighth United States Army Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program (SAPRP). Staff Sgt. Kellie A. Means, 501st Special Troops Battalion, is the recipient of the award for selfless dedication, commitment and self sacrifice in providing 24/7 on-call

availability and passionate responses to victims of sexual assault. “It is a great honor to receive this award, and I have learned precious lessons throughout my past three and half years,” said Means, “I would like to give thanks to my co-workers who combat this issue every day and night.” Unit Victim Advocates (UVA) is one of two Soldiers who is appointed on orders by each Battalion level commander and trained to perform collateral duties in support of victims of sexual assault. UVAs are supervised in the performance of their duties by the Sexual Assault Response

Coordinator (SARC). Ms. Dana A. Owens, SARC Program Director, Eighth United States Army, applauded the dedication and the effort of Means and acknowledged her invisible sacrifice that drove our community better place to live and work. “Over 450 hours of unbelievable dedication, Staff Sgt. Means brought amazing impact to our communities, units, and to individuals,” said Owens, “UVA is a very demanding job and a position that requires tremendous pressure, but frankly, Means carried the load single handedly over three and half years and her achievement is

simply magnificent.” The Army launched I. A.M. Strong program in Sept. 2008 for sexual assault prevention program. The Army plans to change its culture through the influence of committed Army leadership and Soldiers, peer-to-peer accountability, and education and training to ensure Soldiers understand the responsibility to intervene and how to do so safely. The resulting product is a sustained, incident-free Army culture. As Means is scheduled to Permanent Change of Station (PCS) to Fort Riley, she promised to continue to be an UVA in order to contribute to the Army community.

AREA IV Job Opportunities ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER APF US CITIZEN POSITIONS KOEZ09862605 KOEZ09850450 KOEZ09868069 KOEZ09821366 KOEZ09862622 KOEZ09821433 CONTRACTOR POSITIONS N/A N/A 30914 N/A

VACANCY Camps Henry, Walker, George Automation Integration Specialist Supv IT Specialist (NETWORK) Administrative Support Assistant Camps Carroll Supv General Supply Spec IT Spec (INFOSEC/CUSTSPT) General Engineer Camps Henry, Walker, George F/T Human Resources P/T Human Resources P/T ACAP Counselor English Instructor

GRADE

LOCATION

YA-2 YC-2 YB-1/2

Civ Human Res Agency 6th Sig Center TNOSC Civ Human Res Agcy

Nov. 9 Nov. 10 Nov. 12

GS-12 GS-11 GS-12

498th CSB, SP 60 2-1 ADA Bn USAG, DPW

Nov. 6 Nov. 17 Nov. 24

N/A N/A N/A N/A

SERCO, MPD SERCO, MPD SERCO, ACAP Cen Tex Coll

Until Filled Until Filled Until Filled Until Filled

For more information, contact Employment Readiness Program Manager, Steven Wegley at 768-7951

CLOSE DATE

NOVEMBER 6, 2009

KOREAN PAGE

용산기지의 가을 축제가 많은 군중을 끌다 이병 김형준 용산기지사령부 공보실

용산기지, 대한민국 – 천명이 넘는 용산기지사령부의 지역사회인들과 한인 방문객들이 10 월 10일에 콜리어필드에서 이번 해의 가장 큰 용산기지 행사, 2009 용산 가을 축제, 에 참 가했다. 2,500명 이상의 미국 지역사회인들이 행사에 참가했고 대략 3,500개의 당일 통행증이 한 인 방문객들에게 주어졌다. 커미스키에서부터 X단 볼리버드까지의 행렬이 오전 11시에 이 행사의 막을 열었다. 행진 악대를 포함한 한인과 미군 단체들이 복장을 입고 행진했으며 아이들을 위해 사탕을 던져 주었다. “이번 해의 가장 중요한 행사입니다,” 용산기지사령부 주임원사 롤프 루시가 말했다. “행진 이 매우 성공적이였고 한국과 미국 지역사회인들이 함께 뭉치고 많은 활기를 볼 수 있어 매우 좋습니다.” 행진에 이어서, 다양한 가설 오두막들, 천막들, 축제무대, 그리고 소풍 탁자들이 놓여진 이 번 축제는 콜리어필드 하우스와 축구 필드 사이에 있는 윌리엄스 대로에서 열렸다. (위) 전통복장을 차려입은 무용수들이 10월 10일 열린 용산 가을 축제 중 콜리어필드 주차장에 마련된 무대 위에서 부채춤을 추고 있다; (좌측 하단) 용산기지 주민들이 행사의 시작을 자축하

아이들은 축구필드 안에 있는 공기로 만들어진 성들과 라펠 벽들에 줄을 섰다. 주 무대는 매운 고추 먹기 대회, 춤 대회, 그리고 유명한 한국 연예인들의 무료 콘서트와 같은 행사로

며 콜리어필드로 행진하고 있다; (우측 하단) 이번 용산 가을 축제에 참가한 많은 연예인들 중 한명인 홍진영씨가 랄프 루쉬 주한미군 용산기지 주임원사와 카투사 자원봉사자들에게서 감사

이루어 졌다.

패를 받고 있다.

나이츠 오브 콜롬버스, 아웃백 스테이크 하우스, AAFES 음식점, 그리고 한과가 음식 매점 들에서 인기가 많았다.

사진제공: 이병 김형준 지역 시민 단체인 피플-투-피플 뉴 서울 챕터 그리고 한과 협회에서 2009 용산 가을 축제 를 도와 주었다. 마이티 마우스, 베이지, 엘피쥐, 아이 더 트리 탑스, 이파니, 에스쥐 워너비, 홍진영, 그리고 나오미와 같은 유명한 한국 가수들이 용산기지 군중을 압도했다. “용산기지에 처음으로 방문했습니다,” 가수 마이티 마우스가 말했다. “저희에게는 미국인 들 앞에서 공연을 할 수 있어서 매우 좋은 기회였습니다.” 용산기지를 방문한 가수들 중에 ‘사랑의 배터리’ 라는 곡으로 유명한 한국 트로트 가수 홍 진영이 있었다. “오늘 열정적인 관중들에 놀랐습니다,” 가수 홍진영이 말했다. “저는 진심으 로 우리나라를 지켜주기 위한 미군들의 헌신과 근면에 감사 드립니다.” “저희는 현재 사랑받고 있는 한국 가수들의 도움을 받을 수 있어서 매우 행운이였습니다,” 용산기지사령부 안창식 민사관이 말했다. “용산기지를 위해 무료 공연을 해준 그들에게 감 사를 표하고 싶습니다.” 15분동안 용산기지의 하늘을 밝힌 불꽃놀이가 행사의 막을 장식했다.