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Transformation continues with SF unit redesignation Sgt. Christopher Fincham 8th U.S. Army Public Affairs

SEONGNAM —The Army’s transformation onthe peninsula continued Oct. 14, as American and Korean military leaders gathered recently to honor and restructure one of the longest serving U.S. Special Forces units in the world. In a brief ceremony, Soldiers of the Special Forces Detachment-Korea looked on as Brig. Gen. Richard Mills, the Special Operations Command-Korea commander, officially redesignated the unit as the 39th Special Forces Detachment. While the change may appear to be minimal and merely a name change, the “official” redesignation marks the culmination of more than 20 years of efforts to return this historic detachment to the ranks of “combat-deployable” units. Since it’s inception in 1958, the unit’s name and makeup have changed repeatedly. In 1974, it was inactivated as a combat-deployable unit and activated as a training unit. Then in 1984, the long process of re-establishing the detachment as a “combat-deployable” unit began. Throughout all the variations, its members have remained steadfast in their mission and commitment to the Republic of Korea Special Forces, to help preserve the sovereignty and freedom of South Korea,

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The commander of Special Forces Detachment-Korea Maj. Robert Burmaster, looks on as Brig. Gen. Richard Mills, the commander of the Special Operations Center-Korea attaches the a new guidon for the newly re-designated unit. The detachment was re-designated as the 39th Special Forces Command during a ceremony Oct. 14. according to Col. Richard Thomas, commander of the 1st Special Forces Group (Airborne). “While its nomenclature has changed at various times,” said Thomas. “What has never changed is this detachment’s commitment to thoroughly professional and combat-ready combined special forces that enables

(Combined Unconventional Warfare Task Force) to stand as Primus Interpares – ‘First Among Equals’ – within the Combined Forces Command.” The 16 Soldiers that make up the unit work with nine South Korean units including a Special Mission Group, the 707th Special Mission Battalion (Counter Terrorist), six brigades and a Special Warfare Training Group. Primarily a training and “combat advisory” unit, they work with each of the nine units to ensure a high level of proficiency in various special forces operations by teaching tactics, techniques and procedures. During war however, their roles change to “coalition support team leaders” where they would assist in executing the units’ combat missions, said Master Sgt. Alfred Garcia, a member of 39th Detachment. These missions - instructor and team leader - are both demanding and essential to the successful execution of the CUWTF’s wartime mission, explained Mills. “(This unit) is comprised of some of the most technically and tactically proficient and professional special operations noncommissioned officers in the U.S. Department of Defense,” said Mills. “(The Soldiers) of Detachment 39 do things every day that no other special operation forces operators are capable of.”

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Squeak Squeakyy Clean Korean Service Corps employees spray simulated decontamination solution Friday during a nuclear, biological and chemical training exercise at Camp Kim. See Page 9 for more photos and the story.

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BAGHDAD — Combined forces throughout Iraq stepped up security efforts during the constitutional referendum vote Oct. 15, resulting in few attacks to disrupt the democratic process. Only nine attacks associated with the 1,300 polling sites in the Baghdad area occurred from 7 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., Task Force Baghdad officials said. The attacks consisted of one improvised explosive device, two mortar/rocket, two rocketpropelled grenade and four small-armsfire attacks. Attack thwarted in Yusufiyah Task Force Baghdad Soldiers detained 11 suspected terrorists at a checkpoint in Yusufiyah in the early afternoon of Oct. 15, heading off a potential attack on voters. After stopping a suspicious blue van at the checkpoint, Soldiers from 108th Cavalry, 48th Brigade Combat Team searched the vehicle and discovered

three 125-millimeter projectiles. Iraqi security forces had the primary responsibility for site security throughout Baghdad. As voters entered the polling stations at local area schools and government buildings surrounded by coils of concertina wire, Iraqi Army Soldiers and Iraqi Police managed security. Task Force Baghdad Soldiers assisted Iraqi forces with backup security operations along outer perimeters by enforcing no-traffic zones around polling sites. More than 250,000 new voters in the Baghdad area turned out to cast their ballot for the constitutional referendum, including some areas in north, south and west Baghdad which did not participate in the January elections. Security Saturday extended to the ballots themselves. No ballots were stolen or otherwise compromised in the Baghdad area during the referendum

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person to change their opinion about someone—but it is better that she admit I came into this hoping to show how her attitude toward him changed than lie off-track Cindy Sheehan is in her quest for about it in the second interview. global awareness of her son’s death. In When she met with MSNBC’s Chris researching of what she’s said and done Matthews in August 2005 for a segment in the last few months, I’ve discovered on his show, “Hardball with Chris she’s done a pretty good job of that herself. Matthews,” Sheehan told him she Let me first say that I’m heartbroken wouldn’t feel any different about her son’s she lost a son. I’m 13 weeks pregnant and death if he died in Afghanistan. am already protective of my child -- even She told Matthews, “(Afghanistan is) though it’s no bigger than an apricot. I almost the same thing” as the Iraq war, couldn’t fathom the grief I’d feel learning and in both cases it was wrong to invade of my child’s death after watching him an entire country to fight an ideology that grow into a successful adult. did not necessarily represent all of the I can understand her motivation: she’s people of that country. a gold-star mom who wants answers about When Matthews countered by telling her son’s death. I agree with her Sheehan Afghanistan was the country constitutional right to protest. It’s her that harbored Taliban and al-Qaida actions I don’t get. terrorists responsible for the 9-11 attacks, She’s crossed the line of a grieving Sheehan replied, “Well then we should mother and is now commercializing her have gone after al-Qaida and maybe not son’s death; she’s turned her respectful after the country of Afghanistan,” adding search for answers into a political that U.S. troops were not having any sideshow where her actions are doing success and should be brought home. everything but honoring her son’s name. The last time I checked, we did not go Time after time, Sheehan has after the entire country of Afghanistan. contradicted herself or made outlandish We did not occupy every city and attack accusations. the general population. After meeting with President Bush at We helped the Northern Alliance Fort Lewis, Wash., in June 2004, she told a complete what they’d been trying to reporter, “(Bush was) ... sincere about accomplish in the years before— to reclaim wanting freedom for the Iraqis ... I know their country from the Taliban. As far as he’s sorry and feels some pain for our loss. not being successful, if you call building And I know he’s a man of faith.” She also schools, women’s centers and medical discussed her concerns in the interview facilities not successful, then what is? about the president’s justifications for war. Sheehan told an audience of World War A year later however, in another II veterans that she planned to tell interview about the same meeting, she said President Bush to, “Quit saying that U.S. it was, troops “One of died for a ‘I couldn’t fathom the grief I’d n o b l e the most disgusting experience learning of my child’s death cause in experiences after watching him grow into a successful Iu nr lae qs s, I ever had and it adult.’ you say, took me almost a year to even talk about ‘well, except for Casey Sheehan.’ Don’t it.” She added that President Bush was you dare spill any more blood in Casey’s detached from humanity and said, “His name. You do not have permission to use mouth kept moving, but there was nothing my son’s name.” in his eyes or anything else about him that Yet it’s OK for her to bring in other showed me he really cared or had any real “sons’ names” when it’s convenient for compassion at all.” her. In a display at Camp Casey, she set How could she say he felt pain for her up white crosses with fallen Soldiers’ loss in the first interview and blast him for names on them to show how many people his callous heart in the second? She died in the war. Just as Sheehan didn’t doesn’t make any sense. It is OK for a want the president including her son’s Fort Bragg Paraglide

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name in his cause, other parents don’t want their child’s name linked to Sheehan. “I went there and had Matthew’s name taken off of there. It’s fine for people to grieve their own way. It aggravates me to see them using other people’s names to further their cause,” said Matt Matula, father of a Texas Marine killed in Iraq. Sheehan’s antics went even further when she told that same group of veterans, “My son was killed in 2004. I am not paying my taxes for 2004. You killed my son, George Bush, and I don’t owe you a penny … you give my son back and I’ll pay my taxes. Come after me (for back taxes) and we’ll put this war on trial.” Cindy, honey, you’re not going to be putting the war on trial. You’ll be put on trial for tax evasion. Big difference. By the way, how does not paying your taxes support your cause to bring Soldiers home? How does it honor your son? I understand that Sheehan is blaming most of society’s problems on the president, but this one has me stumped. She wrote on a Web site, “Well, George and I are leaving Crawford today. George is finished playing golf and telling his fables in San Diego, so he will be heading to Louisiana to see the devastation that his environmental policies and his killing policies have caused.” Hmmmm. No matter how much people disagree with President Bush, I doubt very seriously we can blame hurricanes on him.

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To date, I think the most selfish, callous statement Sheehan made was on a recent web log. She was upset that CNN was giving most of its coverage to Hurricane Rita, instead of to her. She wrote, “I am watching CNN and it’s 100 percent Rita … even though it is a little wind and a little rain … it is bad, but there are other things going on in this country today …and in the world!!!!” When someone pointed out it was much more than that, she apologized, saying, “When I was watching CNN this morning, that’s what it was … I know it was much worse earlier and it was devastating. I didn’t make myself clear and I apologize. I also know that the media will cover anything else besides the war.” An observant blogger pointed out that there were timestamps attached to each comment. Sheehan made her original post at 6:29 a.m. Pacific time. Hurricane Rita made landfall at 3 a.m. Central time— which made it 1 a.m. Pacific time. By the time Sheehan made her first post, the hurricane had already made landfall, thus negating any credibility in her apology. She complained about 100 percent Rita coverage, but 100 percent Iraq war or Cindy Sheehan coverage would make her ecstatic. Once again, it’s OK for a television station to do something when it’s convenient for her, but the second they cover something else—like a natural disaster —it’s not. Cindy, you’ve lost your mind.

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U.S. Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld will conduct a town hall meeting Friday at Yongsan Army Garrison in Seoul. The meeting will include remarks by Rumsfeld and a 50-minute question-answer session. AFN will carry the townhall live from approximately 4:13 - 5 p.m. It will air again at 5 p.m. Saturday on AFN Korea Prime (Channel 12). And again Sunday at a time to be determined on Channel 5 (DTH) (off base) and MWR Cable. Special Duty as Inspector General The Office of the Inspector General for 8th U.S. Army and U.S. Froces Korea is looking for Soldiers in the rank of major (branch immaterial) or captain (with successful completion of company command) to serve as IG. For information, call 725-6739. Marine Corps 230th Birthday Ball The U.S. Marine Corps will hold a Ball celebrating the corps’ 230th birthday at 6 p.m. Nov. 12. The ball will be at the Grand Hyatt Hotel, Seoul. Tickets are $60 each. Those interested in attending must RSVP by Nov. 4. For tickets or information, e-mail [email protected] or call 723-7053. Stars and Stripes Offers Trip Down Under Stars and Stripes, the only daily publication serving the U.S. military, is now offering one lucky winner stationed in Korea the chance to win a trip Down Under. As part of their 2005 fall subscription campaign, Stars and Stripes has started signing up Department of Defense ID cardholders throughout Korea for a chance to win a trip to Australia, according to John Panasiewicz, the newspaper’s Pacific general manager. “As part of this year’s campaign, we wanted to do something special for those stationed in Korea,” said Panasiewicz. “We have been working hard to improve our local coverage in Korea and we want people to take notice of that effort. We have also received, and are grateful, for the strong support we have gotten from the local community, including both the Navy Club and Exchange New Car Sales who helped sponsor this contest and made such a great prize possible.” No purchase is necessary to win and the deadline for entering is Oct. 31. For information on the contest or to subscribe to Stars and Stripes, call 721-7140 from anywhere in Korea, or e-mail [email protected]. TMCW Submissions To submit an item for use in The Morning Calm Weekly, send it to [email protected]. For information, call 738-3355.

Army News Service WASHINGTON — The Army has announced that its Primary Leadership Development Course will be renamed the Warrior Leader Course, beginning Oct. 15, and officials said the new name reflects changes made to PLDC curriculum over the past year. The course has been redesigned to better prepare Soldiers for asymmetrical warfare and now includes lessons learned in Iraq and Afghanistan, said Brig. Gen. James M. Milano, the Army’s director of Training under G3. “The new WLC will not only prepare Soldiers for traditional challenges, but irregular challenges as well,” Milano said after reviewing all the changes made to the curriculum this past year. WLC now emphasizes the skills and knowledge small-unit leaders need to excel in a contemporary operational environment, Milano said. Academy helps revamp course “We are a nation at war. We have taken the lessons learned from our deployments and incorporated them into our revised leadership course,” said Col. David Abramowitz, commandant of the U.S. Army Sergeants Major Academy, which played a major role in redesigning the PLDC curriculum. “These changes add rigor and relevance to the course and improve leadership skills and confidence in our junior leaders,” Abramowitz said. “The course is revolutionary and warrants a name change.” Warrior Leader Course is the right name for the new course, Abromowitz said, because it “espouses the tenets of the Warrior Ethos.” PLDC used an instructor-centered, exposure, and feedback system. Instruction consisted of lecture, classroom-based practical exercises, and a cognitive skills test. A short Field Training Exercise was the practical exercise used to evaluate combat leader skills. The FTX, though, lacked

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PLDC students at the NCO Academy, Fort Campbell, Ky., go over an inspection checklist. standardization throughout the Army, said retired Sgt. Maj. Ron Schexnayder of the G3 Leader Development Division. He said a different approach was needed to produce a competent, innovative, adaptive and agile combat leader required by the current operational environment. Changes stem back to ATLDP The NCO phase of the Army Training and Leader Development Panel, known as ATLDP, was not about “fixing” the NCO Corps; rather, it was an introspection to determine how the Army could make a professional NCO Corps even better, Schexnayder said. He said since ATLDP, the Army has been in the process of transforming the NCO Education System in an effort to design a system that would not dilute the warfighting focus of NCOES.

NCOES must remain focused on NCO core areas of leading, training, maintaining standards, caring for Soldiers, technical competencies and tactical warrior skills, Schexnayder said, while integrating greater conceptual and interpersonal skills. Changes in the modular Army and operational environment now require decentralized leadership skills, Schexnayder said. He said a small unit leader is needed who can employ all warfighting functions rapidly. Modular force needs versatile NCOs The modular force structure and contemporary operational environment relies heavily on small-unit tactics. The demands of today’s battlefield require

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ICE offers cool way to help improve service By Yi U-Nan IMA KORO Plans Division

YONGSAN GARRISON — How many times have you either been extremely delighted or terribly disappointed about the kind of service you received? And, during those times of either joy or frustration, I bet you wished that you could speak directly to the manager to either give a well-deserved complement — or to give the manager a piece of your mind. Well, thanks to the Interactive Customer Evaluation System, you can do just that. Military personnel, civilian employees and family members on installations throughout Korea have the opportunity at their fingertips to let managers know how well their staff is providing goods or services – through the Interactive Customer Evaluation, or ICE, System. ICE has been deployed from the “Z to the Sea.” That is, all the Area Commands in Korea are connected to the ICE system. ICE is a simple-to-use system that can be accessed at conveniently located ICE computer terminals throughout Area II. However a dedicated terminal is not needed to access ICE. Anyone can access ICE on a personal computer by visiting

its Web site at http://ice.disa.mil. Once at the ICE main page, simply point and click. ICE is the Department of Defense’s on-line customer feedback network. This system gives customers the chance to use electronic comment cards to rate – and to voice their opinions – on the services offered on installations. A customer coming into the main ICE page can navigate to specific providers on active ICE sites. The electronic customer evaluation cards are transmitted directly to responsible managers and appropriate command officials. Therefore, ICE provides a customer feedback mechanism that allows managers the opportunity to take immediate actions to improve the delivery of services. Additionally, with ICE, there is no chance of a hard copy comment card getting lost in the process. To assure that the system works, a manager will get in touch with you if you leave contact information (name, phone number and e-mail address).

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Iraq process, TF Baghdad officials said. There were no instances of violence in Tal Afar, an area controlled by paratroopers from the 2nd Battalion, 325th Airborne Infantry Regiment, 82nd Airborne Division. More than 8,000 people voted in the zone’s three polling sites. 10th Mountain helps secure Abu Ghraib In the Abu Ghraib district, Iraqi Soldiers and police had searched more than 4,000 Iraqis by noon Oct. 15 as the citizens headed to the polls. Two Abu Ghraib polling stations ran out of ballots near the end of the day due to high voter turnout and had to be re-supplied to accommodate the local residents waiting to vote. Iraqi Army Soldiers and Iraqi Police secured polling stations in western Abu Ghraib in the days leading up to the Constitutional Referendum vote. As foot traffic streamed toward the voting sites, Iraqi Security Forces remained a visible presence to deter terrorist attacks. U.S. Soldiers from 1st Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division remained in the background to support their Iraqi counterparts with outer perimeter security operations. “The people of Abu Ghraib are

PLDC leaders who can think independently, Schexnayder said. The Warrior Leader Course is designed to provide the Army with NCOs who can visualize, describe, and execute squadlevel operations in varied operational environments, Schexnayder said. “The WLC places the responsibility of training individual Soldier skills back on the junior leader,” said Command Sgt. Maj. James E. Dale of the Sergeants Major Academy. “This course prepares him/her to assume that role.” WLC is battle-focused Graduates of WLC will have experienced standard-based, performance-oriented and battle-focused training, which supports squad-level operations, Schexnayder said. Every specialist (promotable) and sergeant in an all-volunteer Army require training as combat leaders, he said. The WLC is now tailored to the environment in which the Army operates today, Schexnayder said. Every student now receives detailed squad-level combat leader training. This learnercentered and outcome-based approach reinforces all small unit tactics, techniques, and procedures, he said. The WLC incorporates recent lessons learned, Schexnayder said. As such, he said the course constantly adapts to world threats by incorporating the experience from the battlefield. Combat skills are trained and reinforced upon arrival, “Weapon immersion” is emphasized throughout the new course. Training and evaluation as a combat leader now applies to every soldier.

from Page 1 euphoric to participate in the political process,” said Lt. Col. James R. Blackburn, 1st Squadron, 11th Armored Combat Regiment commander. “We are proud to observe this historic event.” 100,000 stream to polls in al Anbar In the al Anbar province, members of 2d Marine Division and Iraqi security forces provided security for 139 polling sites. More voters turned out than during the national elections held last January, with more than 100,000 eligible voters participating in the process. “I am extremely pleased with the role 2d Marine Division and our partners in the Iraqi security forces played in helping to provide a safe and secure environment for the citizens of al Anbar to go to the polls,” said 2d Marine Division Commanding General, Maj. Gen. Richard A. Huck. Part of the success from the Oct. 15 vote can be attributed to recent and ongoing operations conducted by Coalition and Iraqi security forces in the western Euphrates River Valley. Overall, about 15.5 million of Iraq’s 26 million people were registered to vote. (Compiled from news releases by Task Force Baghdad, Task Force White Falcon, Multi-National Force Iraq.)

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from Page 3 Evaluation is centered on the NCO’s ability to demonstrate troop-leading procedures in current threat-based scenarios. New STX is now 96 hours The combat focus of the course culminates in a 96-hour Situational Training Exercise or STX. Nine battle drills and 39 warrior tasks are the framework driving the planning, preparation, rehearsal and execution of all squad operations, This STX is competency-based, battle-focused, grounded in a combat scenario, driven by troop-leadingprocedures, officials said. Instructors must complete certification before leading and evaluating students. The WLC also requires trainers to have squad leader and platoon sergeant experience and to be certified to teach the entire curriculum. NCOES changing since WWII The post-World War II NCO Academies at division level began a great tradition of NCO education that continues today. The concept was later adopted Armywide, but it initially provided education only to Combat Arms Soldiers. PLDC integrated Soldiers from all fields, but instructors were not certified. The Warrior Leader Course is the first course to apply the same combat leaderspecific training standard for all Soldiers, regardless of gender or background, Schexnayder said. (Editor’s note: Information provided by G3 Leader Development Division.)

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Load Planning course comes to Area I By Spc. Stephanie Pearson Area I Public Affairs

CAMP CASEY — Soldiers from across Area I graduated today from the first Air Load Planning Course in Warrior Country. The eight-day class began Oct. 12 and taught Soldiers about equipment preparation and load planning for airlift. Staff Sgt. Jack West, 2nd Infantry Division schools noncommissioned officer, explained that when a unit deploys, the Air Force provides airplanes to move personnel and equipment. “But the Air Force won’t put your load together for you,” he said. “You have to give them a load plan, so they know how many and what type of aircraft to send. Only you know what kind of equipment you have in your unit.”

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That’s where Air Force Staff Sgt. Brian Means and Tech Sgt. Rick Marston, load masters and class instructors from Travis Air Force Base, Calif., come in. “Our job is to teach our affiliates – Army, Navy and Marines – how to deploy quickly,” Means said. “We provide the airlift, but when a unit is tasked to deploy, they need to know how to package their cargo and load plan.” Load planning is not as easy as it may sound, Means warned. “There are a lot of factors involved,” he explained. “It all depends on what you’re bringing – vehicles, food, water, clothing, shelter … it starts getting complicated. Each aircraft has different restrictions, and there is a lot of math

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Sgt. Shannon Lepley tightens a strap around an airlift pallet Oct. 13 at the Air Load Planner’s Course on Camp Casey.

Air Force Staff Sgt. Brian Means, load master and affiliation instructor, inspects a pallet students in the Air Load Planner’s Course put together.

Cavalry regiment tees up after 12-month live fire drought By Spc. Timothy Dinneen 2nd Infantry Division Public Affairs

RODRIGUEZ RANGE — The 4th Squadron, 7th Cavalry Regiment forward observer’s muffled, scratchy voice came over the radio. From his concealment among the trees on a mountainside, the observer provided grid coordinates to the target of opportunity below. Noting the direction of fire, the four-man crew, excited to effectively deliver its lethal 120 mm payload, jumped into action. While the senior noncommissioned officer confirmed the grid coordinates and received a target description, the forward observer pronounced the target area clear of any friendly forces. A Soldier passed a mortar round from the side of the tank to two Soldiers waiting to load the mortar gun, as the NCO entered the target coordinates into the tank’s computer. “Hang-it fire!” yelled the senior NCO, sending a round flying over the mountainside to the unseen target. With a maximum effective range of

7,200 meters, the 120 mm mortar was silent for a few seconds after its deafening launch explosion. A soft “boom” from the other side of the mountain told the crew the round had hit its target. Shrapnel from the mortar spewed up and out, creating a deadly kill radius of 75 meters.

The three-day, live-fire training exercise Oct. 6-8 ended a 12-month firing-maneuver drought for the unit dubbed “High Angle Hell.” Sgt. 1st Class Chad Utz said the motto fits the unit well because they are almost always tucked behind a hill or mountainside and have to fire up

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A senior noncommissioned officer (left) receives grid coordinates while the assistan gunner waits for the command to load a mortar round Oct. 6 during 4th Squadron, 7th Cavalry Regiment’s live-fire exercise at Rodriguez Range.

and over natural cover, rarely seeing their targets explode. Live-fire exercises are a big deal because it gives the command an

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Two 4-7 Cavalry Soldiers clean the mortar tube in between firing 120 mm rounds at Rodriguez Range.

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Warrior Standard Area I and 2nd Infantry Division leaders remind Soldiers that everyone working in or visiting Area I must adhere to the Warrior Standard, even if they are not assigned to the 2nd Infantry Division. Town Hall Meetings U.S. Army Garrison, Camp Red Cloud, will host its Town Hall Meetings 10 a.m. in the CRC theater and 2 p.m. in the Camp Stanley theater Wednesday. U.S. Army Garrison, Camp Casey officials will host Town Hall Meetings at 1 p.m. Nov. 15 in Carey Fitness Center and 3 p.m. Nov. 23 in the Camp Hovey Theater.

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CAMP RED CLOUD - Children from around the area visited the fire department at Camp Red Cloud the week of Oct. 10-14 in observance of Fire Prevention Week. “Each year, we observe Fire Prevention Week to mark the anniversary of the Great Chicago Fire of 1871,” said John Cook, U.S. Army Garrison, Camp Red Cloud fire chief. “It is important we take that time to get the fire safety message out to as many people as possible to help prevent fires and save lives.” Fire officials from the garrison invited local schoolchildren to the base fire station, where they taught children about fire

Family Readiness Symposium Area I Army Community Services is hosting the second Family Readiness Group Symposium 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday at the Camp Casey ACS classroom. The meeting is to provide all unit family readiness group liaisons and leaders with continued training, guidance and support for their FRG groups. Upcoming NEO Exercise Department of Defense family members and civilian employees must register at the Noncombatant Evacuation Operation centers Thursday thru Oct. 28 at the Camp Red Cloud Physical Fitness Center or Camp Casey’s Hanson Field House. During the exercise, NEO centers will be open 24 hours a day. Shuttle buses will run from the Camp Stanley theater to the CRC NEO center 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. both days. Barbarian Dinner Night Camp Red Cloud Mitchell’s Club will host a Barbarian Dinner Night Nov. 18. The menu will be cornish game hen, oven-baked potato, corn on the cob and carrot cake or apple strudel for dessert. With advance reservation, prices are $13.95 with utensils and $11.95 without utensils, or $19.95 at the door. A movie will play during the meal. Call 732-8211 for information. Amerasian Christian Academy Bazaar The Amerasian Christian Academy of Dongducheon will host its 2nd Annual Bazaar 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Saturday at the Shalom House, three blocks south of Camp Casey’s Gate 1. There will be international food and games. For information, call 011-9726-4002. Inspectors General Needed The Office of the Inspector General for 8th U.S. Army and United States Forces, Korea is looking for excellent Soldiers in the rank of major (branch immaterial) to serve as Inspectors General. For information, call Lt. Col. Levern Eady at 725-6739.

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Assistant Fire Chief Kim Tae-chung teaches Joey Laureano how to use a fire extinguisher Oct. 12 at a fire safety demonstration for local school children.

prevention, smoke alarms and how to react to a fire. Firemen also showed the children a video that taught them what to do when they hear a smoke alarm and how to react if their clothes catch fire. Cook said the most important message for the children is to have a home escape plan and to know how to contact the fire department in an emergency. The local Uijeongbu fire department brought a fire-escape simulation truck for the children. The inside of the truck is dark and filled with smoke, and has four obstacles the children have to negotiate: stairs, a slide, a hidden door and a backdraft simulation. The children had to crawl and use their hands to find the way out, which simulates conditions that might be present in a real fire. “It’s a really good experience for the kids, to give them an idea of how to react to a fire,” said Aura Laureano, a mother who accompanied her son’s class to the Oct. 12 demonstration. “This is the first time learning about fire safety for some of the children, and the equipment and video were great for them.” Assistant Fire Chief Kim Tae-chong said it’s important to teach children about fire safety. “We do this so that as the children grow up, they know about fire safety,” he explained. “We start teaching them young, and try to make it fun for them. We let them explore the fire truck, play with our Dalmatian Sparky, watch a video and we give them coloring books and hats. This keeps them interested and also makes them feel more comfortable with the fire department.” The demonstration was successful for Joey Laureano, a kindergartener with the International Christian School. “It was so cool,” Laureano said. “We learned to stop, drop and roll and to get out if we smell smoke.” E-mail [email protected]

Soldiers celebrate Hispanic heritage By Spc. Timothy W. Dinneen 2nd Infantry Division Public Affairs

CAMP RED CLOUD — Soldiers of the 2nd Infantry Division celebrated the contributions Hispanics have made in the military during a Hispanic Heritage luncheon Oct. 14. The luncheon at the Commanding General’s Mess came at the end of Hispanic Heritage month, Sept. 15 - Oct. 15. Salsa music filled the air, Mexicanstyle blankets and maracas adorned the tables, and a Mexican buffet set the tone to south-of-the-border rather than south of the 38th parallel. Although the food and decorations had a Mexican theme, the slide presentation spotlighted all Hispanic countries and cultures and how they contribute to the military. “I think it’s pretty good to recognize Hispanics in the service and other cultures in the military,” said Sgt. Thomas De La Cruz, a shift leader at the C.G.’s Mess. Sgt. Major Angel L. Maldonado, USAG Camp Casey sergeant major, drew on his 28 years of active duty experience in his remarks as guest speaker. Maldonado discussed how the military has helped him develop his career, the important role Hispanics play in the military, and the valor that Hispanic units in the military have shown throughout history. Maldonado, an American of Puerto

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Soldiers gather Oct. 15 at the Camp Casey USO pavilion for a Hispanic heritage event. Rican decent, said he is proud that the Army helped him become what he is today. He said he started as a high school dropout who spoke very poor English and made it all the way to the rank of sergeant major. “Strong and colorful threads of American fabric,” was how Maldonado described the diversity of cultures in the military and how it makes our service stronger. Maldonado added that all Hispanics share a common heritage, brotherhood and a belief in the American dream. Lt. Col. Mark A. Johnson, Equal Opportunity program manager, said activities such as the luncheon are designed to promote cultural awareness and to showcase the military contributions minority groups have made in the past.

“It helps keep a healthy environment,” Johnson said. Over on Camp Casey, the USO hosted festivities Saturday at their pavilion. Soldiers and civilians sampled 17 homemade Hispanic dishes, listened to live music and participated in raffle drawings. Posters of 18 notable HispanicAmericans decorated the pavilion. In his remarks at the Casey event, Sgt. Maj. Andres Ortiz, 1st Heavy Brigade Combat Team operations sergeant major, lauded the Hispanic heritages celebrations. “Hispanic-Americans have this chance of getting together during events like this to enjoy home-cooked Hispanic dishes, music and dances, and together, honor the great contributions of the Hispanic community to America,” he said.

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‘Las Divas’ spice up W arrior Country Warrior By Spc. Stephanie Pearson Area I Public Affairs

CAMP RED CLOUD — Latin singing ensemble “Las Tres Divas” entertained Soldiers and civilians Oct. 13 at the Camp Red Cloud Physical Fitness Center. The trio comprises singing sensations Shelly Lares, Elida Reyna and Stefani Monteil. The ladies each have successful solo careers, but, to the delight of their fans, teamed up to create Las Tres Divas. The Divas had no problem keeping the audience dancing with their mix of tejano, salsa and reggaton songs. “I was surprised to see them here,” said Pfc. Ramon Carrasco, 552nd Signal Company, a longtime fan. “I

didn’t think the Army would ever bring over someone I was so familiar with. I grew up listening to these ladies.” The Divas pumped up the crowd with high-energy music, backed by an 11-piece ensemble band. Between songs, the women interacted with the audience and even invited some Soldiers to dance with them. Carrasco was one of the lucky chosen ones. “I never thought I would get to see them this close, let alone dance with them,” Carrasco said. “I saw them live once at an awards show, but that was from way back in the crowd. They were really great to get the audience involved here, and they were so friendly and down-to-earth.” Lt. Col. William Huber, U.S. Army Garrison, Camp Red Cloud commander, agreed. “The members are all extremely talented musicians that know how to excite a crowd and maintain the

momentum throughout the show,” he said. “This is a future headline act that will be on the charts in the near future, and CRC was very fortunate to host them.” Armed Forces Entertainment officials said service members have been asking for Latin music entertainment for years, but the Las Tres Divas tour marks the first time a Hispanic act has answered the call to entertain troops overseas. The stop here was part of a 21-day tour of military bases and ships in the Pacific, sponsored by Gibson/ Epiphone Guitars. At the end of each show, the Divas gave away a free Epiphone DR-200 acoustic guitar donated by the company. Pfc. Ryan Sullivan, Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 2nd Infantry Division, held the winning ticket at the CRC show. The ladies invited him onstage to receive the guitar, and asked him to stay and play something for the crowd. “It felt good to win,” Sullivan said, “but even better to play onstage.” Huber said the evening was a huge success. “When I spoke to Soldiers during and after the show, everyone was very impressed with the bands performance, music selection and enjoying three beautiful ladies singing their hearts out,” he explained. “It was another great evening of quality entertainment brought to CRC by Morale, Welfare and Recreation, and Armed Forces Entertainment.” E-mail [email protected]

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Above: Diva Elita Reynes dances with Pfc. Ramon Carrasco at the Camp Red Cloud concert Oct. 13. Left: Stefani Monteil smiles for the crowd during a salsa number.

Load Planning involved as to how much weight you can put in each aircraft, and where, so it can still fly.” Planners also have to consider how to package their equipment. “If you put all of your tents on one airplane and all your food on another, if one of those planes breaks down you’re stuck,” Means said. While all loads are checked by Air Force personnel before airlift, having someone in the unit who knows how to properly plan a load speeds up the process. “We’re trying to teach units how to do this themselves, because it will make them more self-sufficient and increase our capabilities as a combined force,” Means said. “If a unit needs Air Force personnel to come and hold their hands through it, it’s going to take a lot longer.” Sgt. 1st Class Pedro Herrera, Company D, 2nd Battlion, 2nd Aviation Brigade, said he thinks teaching the class on the peninsula is an excellent idea. “There is always the possibility of

from Page 5 future deployments from Korea,” Herrera said. “Knowing how to plan for an airlift makes us a more expeditionary force. The Army is transforming to rapid-deployment units, and this course is in keeping with that transformation.” For Sgt. Shannon Lepley, Company B, 602nd Aviation Support Battalion, taking the course has made her a more well-rounded Soldier. “I’m a supply sergeant, so this is something I might actually use some day,” she said. “If we get deployed, it’s good to know there are certified individuals to take care of the planning.” This is the first time the Air Load Planner’s Course has been taught in Area I, West said. “Traditionally, this class is done down in Osan, but we didn’t get enough slots for Area I personnel,” he explained. “This way, we get to train 40 Soldiers at once.” E-mail [email protected]

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Pfc. Ryan Sullivan plays a few chords on the Epiphone DR-200 guitar he won at the show while Monteil holds a microphone.

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opportunity to see what they do well, how they fit within a fighting force and how to use them better on the battlefield, Utz said. “Our bread-and-butter targets are dismounted infantry, but our rounds could hurt a tank,” he said. Utz explained that mortar fire has become even more important in today’s battlefield because of the tight spots they can target, providing cover and support. Mortar fire has improved because the fighting in Afghanistan has hilly terrain, S .T D and there is a need for cover A Soldier holds a 120 mm round, waiting to pass it to an assistant fire eliminating enemy mortar positions in urban fighting in gunner. driver and a wedge because of the Iraq. “Artillery cannot get into a lot of places distance and the loft. To anyone on the green over the mountainside, 4-7 Cav. that a mortar can get into,” Utz said. Utz joked that compared to golf, firing says, “Fore!” E-mail [email protected] a mortar would be a cross between a PC

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KSC employees hone decontamination skills By David McNally Area II Public Affairs

CAMP KIM — The alarm sounded. Teams of Korean Service Corps workers immediately put on protective masks and chemical gear. “They have eight minutes to go to MOPP 4,” said Kim Chun-hon, KSC Headquarters Nuclear, Biological and Chemical operations manager. “We practice all the time. We’re good at it.” The high-protective posture, level four, includes the maximum protection from a chemical or biological attack boots, mask and suit. It is something these KSC employees are used to as specialists at site decontamination. A 40-hour course Oct. 10-14 taught 19 Area II, III and IV KSC employees the latest in decontamination techniques. The employees are now at their units to train fellow employees on the tasks they learned. “The KSC employees play a very vital role,” said Maj. Chris Fland, KSC Battalion executive officer. “It’s important for them to do their battle task mission of performing ‘decon’ operations.” Friday, the classroom and onsite training culminated in a practical exercise. While in MOPP 4, the employees mounted four Falcon fixedsite decontamination systems otherwise known as Ford 350 pick-up trucks with trailers full of decontaminants. The vehicle can carry about 1,000 gallons of decontamination solution, said Choe Chun-yong, the mobile training team chief instructor. “With that much solution we can decontaminate one mile of a two-lane road, or one four-story building,” Choe said. The system is manned by three KSC employees. One man acts as a deck gunner, spraying the solution from a

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Korean Service Corps Nuclear, Biological and Chemical specialists practice site-decontamination techniques Friday at Camp Kim.

Workers spray down a Camp Kim road to simulate chemical decontamination.

Pae Won-po (right) gives instructions to KSC workers before a practical exercise. Pae is with the 32nd KSC Company Mobile Training Team.

high-powered hose on the back of the truck. One man is a driver and another monitors the system’s decontamination flow. For the exercise, the KSC workers used a soapy water-based solution to

Right: Teams spray simulated decontamination solution on a Camp Kim building as the final exercise in a 40-hour course Friday. The Falcon site-decontamination system is a Ford 350 pick-up truck with a 1,000-gallon tank trailer.

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Army evaluates Yongsan dining facility By David McNally Area II Public Affairs

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Civilian Evaluator George Baggott (left) measures cooking oil temperatures with a Three Kingdoms Dining Facility cook Oct. 12 at Yongsan Garrison.

YONGSAN GARRISON — A team of three Army evaluators gave the “ultimate” inspection to the Three Kingdoms Dining Facility on Yongsan Main Post Oct. 12. The facility is one of seven Army-wide to contend for the Philip A. Connelly best large garrison title. “So far, this facility is number one,” said Sgt. Maj. Paul Cyr, a Department of the Army food service evaluator stationed at Fort Lee, Va. Cyr smiled knowingly; Yongsan is the first stop on a three-month long evaluation of finalist dining facilities from Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, Fort Rucker, Ala., Fort Drum, N.Y., Fort Riley, Kan., Presidio of Monterey, Calif., and Grafenwoehr, Germany. Each year, the Army awards the Connelly Cup to the best dining facilities in a variety of categories.

“The fact that this is one of seven dining facilities in the Army to compete for this honor really says something about the quality of service here,” said Chief Warrant Officer Peter Motrynczuk, the Army food advisor. “Normally, it’s very close; the winner and the runner-up try to separate themselves from the rest of the pack.” The team spends one day at each facility. It evaluates everything from the quality and taste of food to inventory methods. “We’re also looking at procedural things ... how they go about food preparation, serving, food safety, sanitation, equipment maintenance, inventory management,” Motrynczuk explained. “There’s a whole lot that goes into it.” The team members said one of the indicators is what Soldiers think.

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Early School Release, Possible Traffic Disruption

Yongsan schools will release students at 11 a.m. Friday in conjunction with the visit of U.S. Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld, who will address an afternoon town hall meeting at Collier Field House. Motorists may encounter traffic disruptions on Yongsan South Post during the visit. Gate Barrier Construction A gate barrier project is scheduled to begin Friday to enhance security at Yongsan and Hannam Village. Traffic will be rerouted at some gates during the three-month project, which may cause occasional detours or temporary gate closures. Signs will be posted at each gate before scheduled construction.

Housing Office Closures The Area II Housing Office will be closed Friday for a Department of Public Works Organization Day. For information, call 738-4069. New Driver Testing Exam Beginning Oct. 31, the Area II Drivers Testing Section will verify completion of the Army Accident Avoidance Course by Soldiers, civilians and contract personnel who operate any government-owned, leased or rented vehicles. Drivers with a valid OF-346 are exempt from this requirement until their next driver’s license renewal. Korean employees are exempt until a Korean course is available. The course is available at the AKO Web site. For information, call 738-5568 or 3235.

Restaurant Closures The Yongsan American Eatery (Townhouse) will close Sunday and the Dragon Hill Lodge Pizza Hut and Subway will close Monday for an AAFES organization day. For information, call 738-7403. Hannam Village Meeting The next Hannam Village Town Hall meeting will be 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at the Hannam Village Chapel. The Area II Support Activity Command Group and subject matter experts will be available to answer questions from residents. Refreshments will be provided. For information, call 7385017.

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YONGSAN GARRISON — Area II officials have announced the Yongsan and Hannam Village communities trickor-treat times are 6-8:30 p.m. Oct.29 and asked parents to make sure children remain safe. “Halloween is a cherished tradition, but the excitement of the night can cause children to forget to be careful,” said Jeff Hyska, Area II Support Activity safety officer. “Major dangers are not from witches or spirits, but rather from falls and car accidents.” Along with trick-or-treating fun, Hyska stressed certain rules to make sure everyone has a safe and fun time. “One of the most important rules is children under 10 must be accompanied by a parent or other designated adult,” he said. “Safety is our primary concern,” said Eskeletha Dorsey, Child and Youth Services school liaison officer. “We

want parents to be involved because it makes children feel safe.” Dorsey said parents should also monitor their children’s sugar intake and make sure none of the candy has been tampered with. “Candy that appears to be questionable should be identified and turned over to the Yongsan and Area II Provost Marshal’s Office,” she said. “We’ve never had a problem here though.” Motorists must also be especially aware of children in the trick-or-treat areas. Hyska said it would help if children’s outfits are made of lightcolored material. Flashlights or strips of reflective tape would help make children more visible, he added. Safety officials said costumes should not restrict movement or vision. “Everybody needs to be especially vigilant on Halloween because we know there are youths out who might

Yongsan teens discuss issues Youth discuss ways to improve community at Yongsan symposium By Pvt. Lee Yang-won Area II Public Affairs

YONGSAN GARRISON — Yongsan teenagers met Oct.14 to discuss well-being issues during the Teen Army Action Family Plan Symposium at the South Post Chapel. Teens ages 12 to 16 used the Teen AFAP to talk about some of the challenges and difficulties they face living in an overseas military community. Some of the main topics teens discussed included area shuttle bus schedules; AAFES taxi fares for students; base construction projects; increasing and expanding Post Exchange entertainment selections; and recreational sports options. “AFAP is a program we want to continually promote, because it affects

the entire military community regarding well-being issues,” said James Greene, Area II AFAP program coordinator. The issues the teenagers brought up will go to the Area II commander and staff for possible resolution. Greene said it was important for the teens because they, like adults, have many issues they want to address. The symposium provided a unique opportunity to frame teen issues for the community leadership. Army and Air Force Exchange Service and 121st General Hospital representatives also attended the symposium to provide information and to answer teens’ issues and questions. Area II officials plan an AFAP meeting for the rest of the Yongsan community Monday and Tuesday at the South Post Chapel. For information, call James Greene 738-3617. E-mail [email protected]

SAHS Cookbook Recipes are being solicited for a Seoul American High School Class of 2008 cookbook. Proceeds will be used for prom and graduation activities. Send your favorite recipe to Barb Martz at [email protected] with “Cookbook” in the subject line. News & Notes Online For more Area II News & Notes, visit the Area II Support Activity Web site at http://ima.korea.army.mil/area2 and look for a link under “Area II Highlights at a Glance.”

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Aja Brown,12, (left) discusses a community issue with Ashley Harper-Stanley, 13, during the Oct. 14 Yongsan Teen Army Family Action Plan symposium.

be difficult to see,” Dorsey said. “Children are very excited about getting to the next house, and we might have very little time to react if one of them darts out across the street. That’s another reason parents need to be involved in trick-or-treating.” For parents who choose not to be involved in traditional festivities, a Hannam Village Harvest Festival will take place at the Hannam Village Chapel during the trick-or-treat hours. “It’s designed to be an alternative to trick-or-treating aimed at the school-age kids who would normally be out,” said Chaplain (Maj.) Earl Vanderhoff. “It’s going to be a carnival-type atmosphere with a number of booths set up where kids can win prizes related to the chapel activities, and there will be a lot of food. For information on the Hannam Village Harvest Festival, call Vanderhoff at 723-4090. E-mail [email protected]

Noncombatant Evacuation Operation Area II Public Affairs YONGSAN GARRISON — The Courageous Channel Noncombatant Evacuation Operation will be held at Yongsan 6 p.m. Oct. 27 thru 6 p.m. Oct. 29. Evacuation Control Centers at Collier Field House and the Hannam Village ACS building will process noncombatants 24 hours a day. Noncombatants should coordinate with their unit NEO warden and report to an Evacuation Control Center with their ID card, passport and NEO packet. According to Area II NEO Coordinator Master Sgt. James Hardin, noncombatants may process through either site any time during that 48-hour window, including night. Processing time is about 45 minutes. “USFK has directed 100 percent participation and we encourage all noncombatants to process,” said Hardin. Taking NEO bags and children to an ECC is encouraged, but not required as long as the adult noncombatant has the children’s original ID card or passport with them when they process, said Hardin. Military and Emergency Essential Civilian sponsors are not permitted to process their family. Sponsors who would not evacuate with their family are invited to accompany their family members to observe the process. Single or dual-military or Emergency Essential Civilians with family members under the age of 18 must designate an escort for those minors as a part of their Family Care Plan (included in the NEO packet).

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Spinning Class challenges Y ongsan riders Yongsan By Capt. Stacy Ouellette 8th U.S. Army Future Plans

YONGSAN GARRISON — Spinning is the workout of choice for many people who enjoy camaraderie and intense physical effort. At Collier Field House, a group of “spinners” take riding a stationary bicycle to a new level. Spin classes are available for those looking to improve their physical fitness and to get a great cardiovascular workout.

“This class always attracts very dynamic, friendly, motivated people who are an absolute pleasure to spend an hour or so with each week,” said Sonya Scholes, spin instructor. “You could otherwise miss them in the hectic schedules of life.” Participants control their own level of resistance and endurance, which makes the class suitable for riders from the beginner to expert levels. Scholes said the point is to raise and to lower

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Maj. Milt Kinslow works out at an afternoon Collier Field House spinning class Sept. 27. Kinslow is assigned to Headquarters, Headquarters Company, 8th U.S. Army.

physical intensity through pedaling and resistance. The exercise program is based on the aerobic curve: !warm-up !attain peak !cool down !stretch The class has two sessions a week. The first focuses on endurance, while the second works on strength training, Scholes said. Scholes has been instructing the Collier Field House class since 2004. Most of her previous experience with riding includes a variety of biking clubs and a bicycle tour across Europe. She also spent 15 years teaching spinning in Germany before arriving in Korea. No matter what level rider participants are, there are no pressures to be the best or to win the Tour de France. The real work comes from what each individual is willing to put into the workout. “I’ve been attending this class for two years,” said Capt. Beatriz MezaValencia, 121st General Hospital. “The class is great because the music keeps you going and you can go at your own pace according to your own level of fitness.” There are many physical and social well-being benefits for each attendee. Maintaining a healthy heart is

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recommended for good health. Scholes said the class is an extremely effective cardio workout and is also an impact-free sport. This makes it good therapy for people recovering from impact injuries. “A spinning class is very good for (people of) all levels,” said Maj. Milt Kinslow, Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 8th U.S. Army. “If you get tired, you can reduce either and don’t have to worry about being left behind as on the road. Additionally, it allows people to talk if they wish.” Kinslow is an avid rider. He has attended the class for about a month with the goal of getting back into racing shape. “I recommend others try it at least once,” he said. “It is a great workout that is low impact. You don’t have to worry about being able to ride a bike because you don’t have to balance it.” The spin class is offered at 8:30 a.m. each Monday and Wednesday, and starting at 5:30 p.m.Tuesday and Thursday at Collier Field House. Scholes recommends a towel, a bottle of water and proper clothing, as well as gaining medical approval from a certified physician before beginning a new exercise program. For information, call 738-6808. E-mail [email protected]

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Decontamination wash down Camp Kim roads and the KSC headquarters. Korean Service Corps employees are different from the other U.S. Forces Korea civilian workers. S i n c e t h e K o r e a n Wa r, K S C employees have stood side-by-side with their military counterparts to accomplish many wartime missions

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as a paramilitary force. “It was difficult,” said O Chiung, 6th KSC Company, of the training. “But, this is what we have practiced before. It is important to experience this for our wartime mission.” E-mail [email protected]

Dining “In all of my discussions with the Soldiers that come here, it’s very positive,” Motrynczuk said. “I have not heard one complaint about choices, quality or atmosphere,” he said. “They all seem to be extremely pleased.” Sgt. Park Jae-yang and Cpl. Kim Dong-hwan work at the 121st General Hospital. Their barracks are next to the Three Kingdoms Dining Facility. Kim said although the dining facility offers a variety of Korean food, he takes the opportunity to try out American-style breakfasts like omelets and toast. “We also eat at the hospital,” Park said. “But, they have limits on how much you can get there. They don’t have limits here.” Staff Sgt. Dan Roman eats at Three Kingdoms often. “It’s a good place,” he said. “It’s better than average as DFACs go and it’s right next to my office.” The Army hopes to accomplish three things with the Connelly competitions: !improve professionalism !provide recognition for excellence !provide added incentive This is early in the evaluation, said Motrynczuk. “This is my sixth time as an evaluator,” he said. “What we usually see is the top two or three will normally walk away from the rest of the pack.”

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Sgt. Park Jae-yang eats breakfast at the Three Kingdoms Dining Facility Oct. 12. Motrynczuk said winning is big. “One benefit is being part of an organization that shows true professionalism in the business,” Motrynczuk said. “Being recognized as one of the best, it’s a ‘Super Bowl’ for these guys.” Three Kingdoms is a contractor-run dining facility. The 41 civilian employees work for Pacific Architect and Engineers-Korea, Ltd. “For a contractor to say he’s won the best in the Army is a pretty significant thing,” Motrynczuk said. The results of the Army evaluation will be announced in December. “The only tough job we have is to make sure we pick the best of the best,” Motrynczuk said. E-mail [email protected]

NEO “In those cases, the escort is required to process through the NEO site, not the military or Emergency Essential Civilian sponsor, and they are required to have the children’s original identification and NEO packet when they arrive,” said Hardin. On South Post, Williams Avenue by Collier Field House will be closed to all but NEO traffic beginning 1 a.m. Oct. 27. Non-NEO traffic will be directed around the ball fields via Vaughn Avenue. Noncombatants should follow traffic signs past the southern traffic barrier

from Page 10 on Williams Avenue into the NEO parking area immediately adjacent to Collier Field House. Once processing is complete, noncombatants may exit the northern traffic barrier. Activities normally conducted at Collier Field House will be reduced. Parking at Hannam Village will be limited to the chapel parking lot. Due to construction at Hannam Village’s Gate 2 (the back vehicle gate), all vehicles must use the Hannam Village main gate. Questions should be directed to unit NEO wardens, said Hardin.

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Personnel, finance conference focuses on transformation 8th U.S. Army G1/AG YONGSAN GARRISON – Support to Soldiers in Korea continues to improve as a result of events such as the 8th U. S. Army G1 and 175th Finance Command semi-annual conference, held Oct. 3. The conference helps to keep Human Resource Soldiers and civilians up to date on current policies, procedures and business practices affecting support to Soldiers and commanders. The conference kicked off with an icebreaker hosted by the Adjutant General’s Corps Regimental Association with 52 attendees. The event provided an opportunity for HR personnel from across the peninsula to meet informally and to develop personal contacts needed for taking care of Soldier actions. “In our business we constantly rely on sharing information to resolve issues and serve Soldiers,” said Lt. Col. Rich Staley, chief, G1 Plans and Operations. “Events such as this, that allow us to come together and meet people that we have only exchanged e-mail and phone calls with, are invaluable in building a strong team. This will pay great dividends for us not only in our day to day dealings, but also as we take on the challenges of transformation that are coming over the next year.” The conference continued Oct. 4 with

130 personnel in attendance. Col. The theme of this conference focused on the changes that the HR and finance communities are undergoing. Col. Bob Whaley, 8th Army G1, and Col. Jeff Field, commander, 175th FINCOM, began the event by welcoming everyone and thanking them for taking the time to participate in the conference. The briefings throughout the morning focused on providing the G1s and S1s the knowledge to take care of common issues that impact the well-being of Soldiers and their families. Discussion focused on how to better serve Soldiers and what tools exist that enable Soldiers to help themselves. Both leaders challenged the conference attendees to be agents of change and to actively participate in the process. Maj. Sean Anderson, chief, Financial Policy, said the finance community has taken many steps to enable Soldiers to be self sufficient in handling military pay matters. For example, by using MyPay, Soldiers can retrieve an LES from any of the previous 12 months, eliminating the requirement for many of the types of pay inquiries that were once commonly processed through unit PACs and servicing finance offices. The afternoon session covered Personnel Service Delivery Redesign.

PSDR will revamp the way the HR services community will provide essential personnel service support to Soldiers and commanders, the way they manage the strength and distribution of personnel, and the way they provide theater level postal, replacement, and casualty operations. This was an area of great interest to the participants, as it discussed the sweeping transformation the Army and Korea will undergo over the next 12-15 months. “The effectiveness of Personnel Services Delivery Redesign was proven at Fort Campbell,” said Lt. Col. Alan Bernard, commander, 509th PSB. “Its implementation will streamline the way we care for Soldiers and families in Korea and across the Army. That said, it is incumbent upon us to ensure that conditions are set for success — that it is resourced properly — recognizing that some factors affect Korea that were not present during the Fort Campbell test. “The successful transfer of functions will only be accomplished by providing additional training not only in conferences such as this one, but also at brigade and battalion level during Sergeant’s Time.” Sgt. 1st Class Corey Horton, 6-37th Field Artillery, said, “I am surprised at how fast the transformation will be taking place. I am going to start briefing my Soldiers and battalion leadership this week to prepare.”

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ICE offers managers a user-friendly and flexible tool to market their products and services. For example, service provider managers can post their operating hours or special events on the ICE Web site. Managers can also post Frequently Asked Questions. ICE is a tool intended to help make Korea “The Assignment of Choice.” However, ICE has to be used to make worthwhile improvements in the way an organization conducts its business, customer satisfaction, quality of life and well-being. If you have something to say about a service offered – either a pat on the back or pointing out an opportunity for improvement, then submit an ICE comment today. Additionally, recommendations to improve the Korea ICE Web pages, or to include service providers that are not listed, are most welcomed and strongly encouraged. Make recommendations known to specific Area ICE administrators, they are: Area I, Michael Vail, 732-7448 [email protected] Area II, Sam Hillhouse, 738-5284 [email protected] Area III, Irv Taylor, 753-6472 [email protected] Area IV, John Morehouse, 768-8736 [email protected]

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Two for the Money A star college football player at the top of his game blows out his knee, forcing him to choose a new profession. He winds up getting into the sports gambling business and is recruited by a man who runs one of the best sports-booking operations in the country.

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Flightplan -- Flying at 40,000 feet in a cavernous, state-of-the-art E-474 aircraft, Kyle faces every mother’s worst nightmare when her sixyear-old daughter Julia vanishes without a trace midflight from Berlin to New York. Already emotionally devastated by the unexpected death of her husband, Kyle desperately struggles to prove her sanity to the disbelieving flight crew and passengers while facing the very real possibility that she may be losing her mind.

The 40-Y ear-Old 40Year -Old Virgin -- 40-year-old Andy has done quite a few things in his life. He’s got a cushy job stamping invoices at an electronics superstore, a nice apartment with a proud collection of action figures and comic books, good friends, a nice attitude. But there’s just one little thing he hasn’t quite gotten around to doing yet—something most people have done by his age. Andy’s never had sex. His friends consider it their duty to help, but nothing proves effective enough until he meets Trish, a 40-year-old mother of three. Andy’s friends are psyched by the possibility that “it” may finally happen.

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The he Skeleton Key Caroline is a 25-year-old hospice worker who cares for the ailing and the elderly, a job designed to atone for her own mistake for ignoring her dying father in the past. After her latest charge passes away, Caroline takes a job in Louisiana, caring for Ben, a stroke victim who is bedridden and cannot speak. But Caroline becomes suspicious of the house, and Ben’s cold wife Violet only adds to the creepy atmosphere. After acquiring a skeleton key, Caroline makes her way into a secret room within the attic where she discovers long-hidden secrets.

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Into the Blue -- When four young divers discover a shipwreck rumored to contain millions in gold at the bottom of the sea, they believe their dream of buried treasure has come true. But nearby on the ocean floor, a sunken plane full of illegal cargo threatens their find. The friends make a pact to keep quiet about both discoveries so they can excavate the shipwreck before a rival treasure hunter uncovers their secret and beats them to the gold. But their plan goes awry when they realize dangerous smugglers are already closing in on the missing plane.

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Four Brothers -- After their adoptive mother is murdered during a grocery store hold-up, the Mercer brothers—hotheaded Bobby, hard-edged Angel, family man and businessman Jeremiah, and hard rocking Jack— reunite to take the matter of her death into their own hands. As they track down the killer, they quickly realize that their old ways of doing business have new consequences.

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Four steps to defeating discouragement Chaplain (Capt.) Robert C. Gresser 36th Signal Battalion

The dictionary defines discouragement as “the feeling of despair in the face of obstacles.” Breaking the word down, we get two things: “dis” and “courage.” Literally, it means to be “un-couraged,” “to have one’s courage taken away.” One feels like quitting, like giving up. We all have been there at one time or another. Maybe you feel discouraged right now. Your life circumstances may seem insurmountable. You may feel as if you’re climbing a mountain with a 100-lb. rucksack, only to reach the top and fall back down. Sometimes life deals us such cards. Sometimes our plate is

full and we feel like pushing away from the banquet of life. Nevertheless, one need not stay in this state of mind. There are many ways to combat discouragement. I’ll offer four. First: rejoice. God is near. You are not alone. God is close at hand. You may not see God or feel God. Nevertheless, God is near. The idea of God’s closeness is a hallmark of most religions. The fact that God is near should cause us to rejoice. Notice I said “rejoice” not “be happy.” There’s a difference. We don’t have to be happy to rejoice. Sad things should make us sad. That’s normal. Yet through the sadness, God’s presence can give us an underlying joy that transcends the sadness. In other words,

we can have confidence in the future. The second way to combat discouragement is this: Don’t be anxious but pray. How can prayer help? Sometimes, just saying what is bothering us can make us feel better. When it comes to God, we know that our “complaints” never fall on deaf ears. God always hears us. When we truly pray and resist being anxious, we receive “the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding.” A third way to battle discouragement is to think about good things. Count your blessings. Notice I didn’t say ignore the problem. Discouragement has a way of clouding the good things in our life. It makes us forget.

Nevertheless, we need to remember. We need to blow away the clouds that obscure the good things in our life. When we force ourselves to look at the good, the bad will not seem as dreadful. The fourth and final way is to look up to someone. Everyone needs heroes. We need to imitate those who have won the victory. Nobody is perfect. Yet there are those who have gone before us. They have fought similar battles and have prevailed. Find out what they did right and if it works for you, do it. Discouragement is a beast we will have to fight again and again. It is part of the human condition. Nevertheless, we can have victory. We can live a joyful life even under bad situations.

Area IV W orship Services Worship Protestant Collective

Sunday 10 a.m.

Church of Christ

Collective

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7 p.m.

Camp Walker

Mass

7 p.m.

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Mass

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9 a.m.

Camp Hialeah

11:45 a.m. Camp Carroll

10:30 a.m. Camp Henry

Korean

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Mass

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10:30 a.m. Camp Walker

Korean

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Mass

Tuesday-Thursday 11:30 a.m. Camp Walker

10:45 a.m. Camp Hialeah

Korean

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12:45 p.m. Camp Walker

Praise & Worship Sunday 6:30 p.m. Camp Walker

1 p.m.

Camp Carroll

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Camp Walker

Camp Hialeah

Catholic Mass

Sunday 9 a.m.

Camp Walker

5 p.m.

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Area IV Chaplains Chaplain (Maj.) James O’Neal [email protected] or 764-5455 Chaplain (Capt.) Steven Ashbrook [email protected] or 763-7395

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Korean, American officials delve into Yongsan’s past By David McNally

If walls could talk...

Area II Public Affairs

YONGSAN GARRISON — At first glance the buildings seem like many others on the installation. But, the weathered red bricks tell a story; they were once the property of the Japanese Imperial Army. Today, the U.S. military uses the facilities, sometimes unaware of the historical significance. A team of Korean officials assessed the historical and cultural value of many Yongsan Army Garrison facilities Sept. 26-30. “We’re trying to see what is here,” said Lee Sun-ae, Korean Cultural Heritage Administration liaison officer. “During the last century, Korea was eager to develop. We realize we have to protect our historical properties.” Next to the Yongsan Veterinary Clinic, a red brick wall surrounds the 52nd Medical Battalion headquarters. The walls once enclosed a Japanese Army stockade. Many U.S. Soldiers working around the buildings share tales of unexplained noises, which have turned into sort of a local lore. Japan forcibly occupied Korea as a colony during the first half of the 20th century. Yongsan was the location of the Japanese governor-general and Imperial Army headquarters from 1905-1945. The CHA team included many Korean university professors who documented their findings with digital photographs and notes. A 2003 U.S. military-commissioned study also helped document the cultural value of the facilities. Officials said many familiar locations have stories to tell. The Seoul USO was once a Japanese administrative building. An Army and Air Force Exchange Service warehouse on Camp Kim still has a Japanese Imperial Army star near its roof. The Combined Forces Command headquarters building was once a Japanese hospital. “Since the Republic of Korea began,” Lee explained, “we never came into these areas of USFK.” During the team’s visit, the Koreans conducted two site surveys. An architectural survey documented the former Japanese Imperial Army buildings. An archeological survey looked at Korean artifacts, statues and grave sites. The United States accepted the surrender of Japanese forces in Korea at the end of World War II. As early as September 1945, the U.S. 7th Infantry Division established its headquarters at Yongsan. The fledgling Republic of Korea agreed to allow the U.S. Army to occupy the compound officially in 1948. At the time, the area was known as “Camp Sobinggo.” In 1952, the U.S. military changed the named to “Yongsan,” which means dragon hill. “Our regulatory requirements require we take care of the natural, historic and cultural resources on the bases where we have control,” said Jim Hourican, 8th U.S. Army environmental specialist and alternate co-chair for the Cultural Properties Protection Subcommittee. “We have already done surveys of many USFK bases in Korea.” “We need to mutually maintain and preserve the facilities and historical sites,” Lee said.

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Brick walls surround the 52nd Medical Battalion. The walls once contained a Japanese prison.

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Former Japanese Army Barracks hold U.S. Army Soldiers today. DAVID MCNALLY

Sin An-jun (left) and Choi Byung-ha, both from the Korean Cultural Heritage Administration, review Yongsan’s historical buildings.

“We realize we have to protect our historical properties.” —Lee Sun-ae

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The Japanese Army stationed thousands of soldiers at Yongsan.

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Korean researchers review maps on Yongsan during a weeklong historical survey Sept. 26-30.

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Many Yongsan buildings remain from the Japanese Occupation of Korea, 1905-45. This is a former prison building near the Army and Air Force Exchange Service Filling Station.

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Trick Pony brings honky-tonk to Korea Special to The Morning Calm Weekly Korea Region Office MWR

8th Army Sports Championships The 8th U.S. Army boxing championship will be at Camp Casey’s Hanson Field House Friday and Saturday. The event is open to all active-duty personnel stationed in Korea. Weigh-ins and medical exams begin at 10 a.m. Competition starts at 1:30 p.m. The 8th Army Company-Level Football Championship will be at the Camp Hovey softball field Thursday thru Oct. 29. Contact the Camp Hovey Sports Office for game times. Cold Steel Golf Challenge The Osan Field Artillery Association will host the 4th Annual Cold Steel Golf Challenge Oct. 28 at the Osan Golf Course. The event is open to all military, Department of Defense civilians and Korean Nationals (with players able to register as individuals or as a fourperson team). Korean Nationals must register prior to 4 p.m. Monday. Open registration is 6:30 to 8 a.m. the day of the tournament, with play beginning at 8:30 a.m. The competition is a shotgun start/best ball format. Cost is $20/20,000 won per person, and includes use of a golf cart. To register or for information, call 7849693. MWR Cable Loses E! Channel Beginning Nov. 1, E! TV will be switching to a satellite outside of Korea’s footprint and will no longer be available on the MWR Cable TV system. MWR is currently working to obtain an alternate channel and regrets any inconvenience this loss of service may cause its viewers. For information, call 738-CATV (2288). RAGGS Concerts The four-legged band members from the kids’video, RAGGS, will be touring installations throughout Korea, bringing a mix of high-energy, interactive songs that are both entertaining and engaging. Their music has received numerous awards including “Best Group for Children” and “Best Song for Children” from the Children’s Music Web Awards. The concerts are presented by Armed Forces Entertainment and MWR. All performances are open to ID cardholders and free of charge. For information, contact the local MWR Entertainment Office or call 723-3749. Performances in Korea, include: 3 p.m. Wednesday, Yongsan’s Moyer Community Services Center; 9 a.m. Thursday, Camp George’s T a e g u American School Cafeteria; 10 a.m. Thursday, Camp Goerge Child Development Center; 3 p.m. Thursday,

Camp Walker Youth Gymnasium.

YONGSAN GARRISON – Morale, Welfare and Recreation is bringing one of America’s most popular country bands, Trick Pony, to tour military installations throughout Korea. Their new album “R.I.D.E.” features songs of challenges faced by band members Ira Dean, Keith Burns and Heidi Newfield. Trick Pony began in 1996 when Keith and Ira left full-time, paid gigs to embark on their own. Shortly after, Heidi joined the group. They soon moved their home base to Nashville’s famous Wildhorse Saloon and scored a record deal. Their first album, “On a Night Like This,” quickly went Gold. The Academy of Country Music awarded them “Top New Vocal Group” in 2001 and Trick Pony also won the American Music Award title “Favorite New Country Artist.” A year later, their second album “On a Mission” was released. Montgomery Gentry, Hank Williams Jr, and Kid Rock have been among the artists snatching them up as opening acts. With Grammy nominations, a Country Music Television Flame Worthy Music Video, five Academy of Country Music Award nominations and their ACM nomination for “Top Vocal Group” … Trick Pony is sure to delight country fans in Korea. Trick Pony is presented by MWR. All

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Ira Dean, Heidi Newfield and Keith Burns are Trick Pony. performances are open to ID cardholders 7 p.m. Saturday, Camp Walker Gym; and free of charge. For information, 7 p.m. Sunday, Yongsan Garrison’s contact your local MWR Entertainment Collier Field House; Office or call 723-3749. 7 p.m. Tuesday, Camp Humphreys’ Schedule for performances in Korea: Community Activity Center.

Wrestlers compete for 8th Army titles By Pfc. TTodd odd Pouliot Contributing Writer

CAMP CASEY – Brett Kobes has been in Korea for only a month since graduating from West Point and completing Ranger School and Airborne School this past year. The former Washington State prep star, now a second lieutenant assigned to Company E, 1st Battalion, 43rd Brigade on Camp Casey, continued to excel as he domimated his 213 lb. bracket. The top U.S. Army wrestlers from throughout South Korea converged at the Carey Fitness Center on Camp Casey, Saturday, to vie for the 8th U.S. Army Wrestling Championship title in their respective weight classification.These elite wrestlers, with the skills and knowledge that they had honed in high school, and for some, college, provided exceptional competition. Including Kobes, there were three former high school state placers in the 213 lb. bracket -- perhaps the most competitive class in the tournament. Idris Gant (Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 1/72nd Armor Regiment), placed second at the California State Wrestling Championships in

2003 and third his previous season. He also held a 16-2 record while competing at Rio Hondo Community College. Camp Humphries’Antiwan Tarplay (249th Military Police Company), placed fifth at the 2003 Virginia State Wrestling Championships. But it was Kobes, who placed third at the Washington State Championships in 1999, placed second twice in the Washington State Freestyle Championships and competed for West Point for two years, who earned the 8th Army title by methodically controlling his opponents with superior technique and skill. Tarplay nearly put the champion in trouble a few times in their match, but Kobes was able to prevent his powerful opponent from scoring any points. Other champions were: 128 lbs., 2nd Lt. Geoff Mosley, 501st Military Intelligence Brigade; 139 lbs., Pfc. James Bruner, Co. A, 602nd Aviation Support Battalion; 167 lbs., Pfc. John Alvarez, HHC 2ID; 189 lbs., Rollin Burley, HHC, 2nd Combined Arms Brigade; and 275 lbs., Pvt. Shawn Muhr, 46th Trans. Co. Many of these wrestlers will be competing at the All-Army Championships Feb. 23 thru March 15 at Fort Carson, Colo.

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A free Korea-America Friendship Concert will be presented at 7 p.m. Tuesday in the Seoul American High School Auditorium. Sponsored by the Korea America Friendship Society, the concert features the Gangnam Symphony Orchestra led by Conductor Suh Hyun-suk. The Area II and Yongsan community is invited. For information, call 7387354.

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602nd Supply warehouse in business at Humphreys By Roger Edwards Area III Public Affairs

CAMP HUMPHREYS – The organization that won Best Warehouse 2004, 2nd Infantry Division, and runner up for Best Warehouse 2004, 8th U.S. Army, is now a member of the Area III family. The 602nd Aviation Support Battalion, Alpha Distribution Company has moved here from Camp Stanley. “We provide repair parts and supplies from almost 5,000 authorized stocklist items,” said Staff Sgt. Rima Hicks, NCOIC, “to 122 Aviation customers. We carry everything from office supplies to petroleum products and helicopter engines.” The company is made up of 48 Soldiers

Spc. Cheng Huang-yi, receiving, checks incoming deliveries for correctness.

including two Korean Augmentation to the U.S. Army Soldiers), 11 Korean Service Corps employees, five Korean National employees, a warrant officer and a lieutenant. They work in stock control, issue, storage, receiving, turn-in and shipping. “It’s a complex task,” said Hicks. “Our mission statement reads that we will provide supplies and parts to all customers within the 2nd Inf. Div., MultifuctionalAviation Brigade, within the Republic of Korea. We have to keep a lot of items on hand, ready to go and handle the paperwork on a lot more. “We’re also deployable,” she continued. “A lot of our storage space is built into 18wheel trailers. If we need to get to the field, all we have to do is attach trailers to trucks and go.”

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Staff Sgt. Rima Hicks is NCOIC for 602nd ASB, Alpha Distribution Company.

Sang Myong-kyun (left) and Ko Chan-il, Alpha Distribution Co. employees, perform a final check of parts before issuing them to a customer.

Pfc Ahferom Zerai, Spc. Desmond McClain and Sgt. Anthony Beal (left to right), are customers from the 602 ASB motor pool picking up automotive parts from the warehouse..

KATUSA commander selected for pr omotion promotion By Lee Ki-sub Area III Public Affairs

CAMP HUMPHREYS – Maj. Lee Jeong-hwan commander of Area III Korean Augmentation to the United States Army Soldiers, and Senior Republic of Korea Staff Officer in Area

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Maj. Lee Jeong-hwan

III, has been selected for promotion to the grade of lieutenant colonel. Lee said, “Anyone expecting to be promoted naturally is very nervous until it actually happens. In the Korean Army we have a proverb, ‘If a dead man gets promoted, he wakes up from the grave.’ Getting promoted is hard and I am very happy about it.” Lee assumed command here July 20. He was previously assigned with the 11th Civil Operation Brigade, Republic of Korea Army Unit in Iraq. “Among the Republic Of Korea Army officers only a few can serve at this unique base,” said Lee. “I am very proud to be the commander here. “My goal here is to help [United States] and Korean soldiers understand their cultural differences so that there isn’t any misunderstanding and so that we work as colleagues.” Lee will be going on to a ROK Army unit as a battalion commander next year.

Job W ell Done Well

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Command Sgt. Maj. Robert Frace presents a certificate of Achievement to Command Sgt. Maj. Kim In-hyun in appreciation for the support rendered by the Republic of Korea Army at Yongin ROK Army Base during the 2005 Ulchi Focus Lens exercise. The U.S. Army saved more than $150,000 by using Yongin facilities for the exercise.

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Video Greetings Jewish Services During the High Holy Days, Jewish services are being held in the South Post Chapel at Yongsan 6 to 8 p.m. Friday. Everyone is invited. If you are in the military you can stay for free at the Walker Center, Bldg. 7003, near the chapel. Those arriving by subway should take line 6 (brown) to Noksapyeong (629), go to exit 4 and walk straight down to Gate 10. For information, call 724-3089. United Club Grants In the United Club our goal is to provide financial support to the Area III community through sales from the Painted Door Thrift Shop. Applications for cash grants will be accepted from through Nov. 1. Organizations must request an application in writing at [email protected] or in person at the Painted Door Thrift Shop during regular business hours no later than Nov. 1. Grants are intended to be used to improve the quality of life for the Area III community. Cash grants will be awarded and disbursed by Nov. 15. Units and FRGs are not eligible. Term II College Registration Registration has begun at Area III Learning Center sites and will continue through Oct. 28. Soldiers interested in continuing their educational programs at Camp Humphreys should call the Army Education Services Office at 7538904. Soldiers elsewhere in Area III should contact their local Army Education Services Office for information. Computer Training for Dependents The Area III Information Technical Education Center is offering computer training for all dependents of military, civilian and Korean National employees. Training covers basic computer skills and Microsoft applications. For information or to sign up, call 753-7002. Furniture Issue Customers living off post and awaiting issue of furniture items from housing are in luck. Housing has recently replenished stock and now has the following items for delivery: washer, dryer, sofa, desk, side chair, floor lamp, television armoire and bookcases. Call 7537178/8459 or e-mail [email protected] to schedule an appointment. TMCW Submissions To submit an item to the Area III News & Notes, call 7536132.

Kris Grogan records holiday greetings home from the Gleason family, Oct. 14 at Humphreys Community Activity Center where decorations were up for an early Christmas. Capt. Joel Gleason, his wife Trista and their 14-month-old son Kipp, were sending their best wishes home in a video to be released during the holiday season. Grogan is a member of a video crew traveling the Pacific from the Hometown News Center in San Antonio. “We’ve already been to Alaska, Guam and Okinawa,” he said, “and will be going to Tokyo after this. By the time we finish our TDY and process the greetings, we’ll have close to 5,000 messages in the can for 2,500 television stations and 2,300 radio stations back home.”

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Warrior Pride

Jack Ferguson, prevention coordinator for the Area III Army Substance Abuse Program, talks to Spcs. Jonathan and Andrea Smith, 602nd Aviation Support Battalion, as he passes out cards and cell phone stickers imprinted with emergency telephone numbers at Camp Humphreys’ walk-through gate Saturday. The event opens the Army’s new “Warrior Pride” substance abuse awareness campaign. “We’re going to be talking to Soldiers on their way to town,” said Ferguson, “to encourage responsible behavior as representatives of the United States and the Army. We want to remind each individual that their actions help shape the way we’re seen in Korea.”

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Area III Kicks off 2005 Combined Federal Campaign By Roger Edwards

the hope was to reach the $100,000 dollar mark with 100 percent informed CAMP HUMPHREYS – Area III donor contact,” he said. “Area III beat kicked off its annual Combined Federal that mark by $56,000. “We can do it again this year,” he Campaign here Oct. 12 with a brief continued, “and the ceremony featuring donations our David Satterfield, Area people make will III CFC project make a ‘World of officer; and Marvin Difference’ to Sanders, CFC people devastated program manager for by hurricane, Korea. The 2005 flood, earthquake campaign runs and disease. We through Dec. 15. can turn a child’s This year ’s life around and campaign theme is provide educational “Make a World of opportunities to Difference” and, R E according to Satter- David Satterfield is the Area III Combined those that might field, the people Federal Campaign Project Officer for 2005. not otherwise have them. We can assigned to Area III can do it. “During last year’s campaign make a ‘World of Difference’ by making Area III Public Affairs

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a difference in the world.” CFC annually gives more than 1,700 charitable organizations the opportunity to solicit donations from America’s military personnel and civilians employed by the government. Charities range from A Better World Fund to the Zigen Fund, Inc. CFC helps support charities working in human services to those working in art, health, sports and education. “Each charity CFC helps support must meet requirements established by the campaign,” said Satterfield. “One of those requirements is that the organization can not use more than 25 percent of donations to administer the charity and do its work. So that donors know their money is being well used, that percentage is included with the description of each charity listed.” For CFC information, go to the CFC Overseas Web site at www.cfcoverseas.org.

USFK slates Courageous Channel 05-02 Area III Public Affairs U.S. Forces Korea will conduct Courageous Channel 05-02, a semi-annual Noncombatant Evacuation Operation (NEO), October 27 – 28. CAMP HUMPHREYS For this exercise the Evacuation Control Center will operate for 36 consecutive hours. Participation is mandatory for all Area III noncombatants. Camp Humphreys Evacuation Control Center is

Building 110, the Community Activities Center. Hours of operation are: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Oct. 28 and 29. CAMP EAGLE The Camp Eagle Evacuation Control Center is Bldg 3204, the Eagles Nest. Hours of operation are: 7 a.m. Oct. 28 until complete. For information call your NEO warden or Dave Hartsfield at 753-6143.

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Annual Symposium considers quality of life issues By Roger Edwards Area III Public Affairs

CAMP HUMPHREYS – Area III Army Family Service sponsored the

2005 Family Action Plan Symposium Friday, Oct. 14. An annual event, the Symposium is designed to identify quality of life issues in need of command

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Dinea Howe (standing center) serves as facilitator for the group of delegates considering issues associated with housing and medical.

attention, and to recommend solutions for those issues. “We had about 80 people involved in doing the work of the Symposium,” said Onica Kitchens, ACS coordinator. “They were all volunteer delegates who devoted their time to discussing ways to make life better for their neighbors.” Symposium workers were divided into four groups who were assigned to identify issues in Consumer Services; Family Support, Youth and Education; Force Support and Entitlements; and Medical and Housing. Additional issues were identified by young men and women in the Teen Group. Teams were made up of delegates, facilitators, recorders, issue support

experts and subject matter experts. Issues identified by the groups ranged from extending operating hours of food service facilities to relocation of a school bus stop to opening a Woman, Infant and Children Services Office on Humphreys to issuing permission for high school students to use writing instruments on school buses to allow commuting students to complete homework assignments in transit. The top five issues identified during the Symposium are: 24 hour-a-day operating hours for the Humphreys Shoppette; late night activities on post; command sponsorship positions; AAFES taxi response time; and hourly child care staff.

Humphreys ACS offers career guidance seminar By LaVita Vincent Area III Army Family Service

CAMP HUMPHREYS – Area III Army Family Service is sponsoring an Employment/Volunteer Awareness Seminar here at Tommy D’s on Nov. 4. The seminar is designed to help those in the job market, those soon to enter the job market, or those who are simply looking for something to do to enrich a resume or make themselves useful. The first step in taking advantage of the “Make Your Move” seminar is to

register for the no cost program by calling 753-8401 or by stopping at Army Family Service. Registration is required for those wishing to attend. Doors open for the event at 8:30 a.m. The seminar begins at 9. Those attending the seminar will work, but they will also have a liberal dose of fun. This is the fourth biannual seminar for Area III. ACS plans to present a program that will enlighten those in attendance about volunteering and its rewards, as well as advice on career and career options. The seminar will address

doubts and fears about career changes, how moving may affect a career and retirement. Some of the questions to be addressed are: What do I need to do to obtain a job in Korea? Where do I start? Can I get assistance in writing a resume? How do I complete the resumix for federal service? What are “KSA’s” and how do I write them? What are the secrets involved in a successful interview? Are Area III jobs available for non-U.S. citizens? What are the legal issues to

working off base? What is a home based business? What volunteer opportunities are available in Area III? Will volunteering help me with my job search? Bring your questions to the seminar, and get the answers. If you are looking for employment in Korea or the states, being prepared is vital. Taking advantage of this seminar and of current and on-going classes is one way to start. All classes offered by ACS are FREE.

HAES PTO book fair tops $6,000 in sales By Roger Edwards Area III Public Affairs

CAMP HUMPHREYS – The three day Scholastic Books bookfair sponsored by Humphreys American Elementary School Parent Teacher

Organization last week resulted in more than $6,000 of books being sold. In addition, the fair’s PTO sponsored spaghetti dinner Thursday evening netted another $525. The fair started at 7:30 a.m. Monday and ended at 3 p.m. Friday. “We kept it going late (until 8 p.m.) Thursday,” said fair coordinator Laura Reid, “to give everyone a chance to get it and check out what was available.” Book titles ranged from simple coloring books for the youngest children, to cookbooks and tomes of interest to adult members of the family.

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Chaplain Emerson Byrd gets ready to buy Abigail, his nine year old daughter, a copy of “The Amazing Days of Abby Hays.” Laura Reid, PTO bookfair coordinator and cashier, mans the money box.

Second-grader Raquel Byrd enjoys her fireman’s helmet and hot dog lunch at the Camp Humphreys Fire Station Friday. More than 250 children from Humphreys American Elementary School and Humphreys Youth Services Center invited to help Area III Fire and Emergency Services crews enjoy the fifth annual Sparky’s Cookout, the official end to Area III’s Fire Prevention Week.

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Area IV residents step up to assist disaster victims ‘Hurricane Heroes’ tak take e initiative in imaginative ways By Galen Putnam Area IV Public Affairs

CAMP HENRY – Following the destruction inflicted upon the United States’ Gulf Coast by hurricanes Katrina and Rita, community members throughout Area IV have bonded together to provide assistance to those in need. School kids and Soldiers, as well as church groups and Korean service organizations, have come up with a number of unique ways to raise funds for hurricane victims. Here are just a few of the ways Area IV residents have contributed to help in the aftermath of one of the greatest natural disasters to ever strike the United States: Taegu American School Good things can result from misfortune – just ask the fifth and sixth graders at Taegu American School. While the hurricanes that have battered the Gulf Coast have cost many lives and wreaked billions of dollars in damage throughout the region, the students at TAS have taken one of life’s hard lessons and turned it into an opportunity to learn, to help others, and to grow as individuals. One of the school’s ambitions is to use real-life events as teaching tools. Hurricane Katrina offered such an opportunity, giving students the opportunity to learn about weather, geography, humanities and – math? Yep, math. Linda Seely, fifth- and sixth-grade math teacher, came up with the idea of holding a “Math-A-Thon” to raise funds to support hurricane victims. Students obtained pledges for the number of multiplication problems they could complete in one minute. “Schools frequently do projects related to humanitarian efforts or community relations like

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Amy Shepherd, a sixth-grader at Taegu American School, and classmates take a one-minute multiplication test Oct. 14 to see if they have retained their speed and accuracy after completing a Math-A-Thon in September to raise funds for hurricane victims. The 125 fifth and sixth graders at TAS raised $5,370.25 that will go to the Red Cross for distribution. collecting school supplies for orphanages or things like that,” Seely said. “This was an opportunity for our fifth and sixth graders to get involved with an important cause. It also gave them a chance to work on their social skills by having to seek pledges then go back to collect the pledges.” The 125 students raised $5,370.25 during the Sept. 13 event, as well as raising their math speed and accuracy. “I had a good time participating in the Math-A-Thon and I thought it would be a good fund-raiser to help the families flooded by Hurricane Katrina,” said sixthgrader Kee’Lia Smith. “I liked it because we got to help people around the world.” Students enjoyed the event for a variety of reasons. “We learned about science, like the different hurricane categories and things like that. It made it

more interesting than just reading it from a textbook,” said Shawn Madison, sixth grade. “It felt good to help the people in Louisiana.” Not only did the students help, they helped in a big way. “I couldn’t believe that a bunch of fifth and sixth graders raised that much money,” said sixth-grader Andrew Soucy. “I thought we could raise over $1,000 but I didn’t think we would raise that much.” Even small donations make an impact. “I saw one tally for 43 cents and I thought ‘it must be a mistake,’” Seely said. “But then I was told that the girl’s little sister had pledged one penny for every question she got right. I thought that was really something.” Boy Scout Troop 81 Boy Scouts are known for their willingness to assist others in times of need. The Scouts from Troop 81 in Daegu are no exception. About 20 Scouts conducted a fund-raiser in conjunction with Association of the United States Army Golf Tournament at the Evergreen Golf Course Sept. 3 – 4. The fund-raiser consisted of placing circles around two of the par three holes on the course. Golfers then had the opportunity to make a donation and those who put the ball within the designated radius were awarded a sleeve of golf balls. A.J. DeLosSantos, Troop 81 assistant senior patrol leader who is working on his Boy Scout Life Project, coordinated the event. He noted that the Republic of Korea had donated $30 million to the hurricane relief effort. Since the Korean government had been thoughtful enough to help Americans in the stricken regions, his idea was to target Korean hurricane victims living in the United States. The more than $1,083 raised by the Scouts was presented to Daegu Metropolitan Mayor Cho Haenyung in a ceremony Oct. 10 at his office. The funds will be forwarded to Korean organizations in hurricane

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CFC Kicks Off

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Cheerleaders from Taegu American School perform a special cheer at the Area IV Support Activity Combined Federal Campaign kickoff event Oct. 12 at Area IV Support Activity headquarters on Camp Henry. Col. Donald J. Hendrix, Area IV Support Activity commander, and Command Sgt. Maj. Patricia Keit, Area IV Support Activity command sergeant major, signed their pledge cards to kick off the campaign. The CFC provides federal employees, including military and civilians serving overseas, an informed opportunity to contribute to the charity or charities of their choice in a convenient and cost-effective manner. This year’s goal is 100 percent contact of Area IV personnel along with an informal goal of raising $123,000 according to Ok-yong West, Area IV CFC coordinator. For information see your unit CFC coordinator or visit www.cfcoverseas.org.

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26 http://ima.korea.army.mil/morningcalmweekly Trick Pony Concert Country band Trick Pony, whose current release “R.I.D.E.” is #4 on the charts, will play live in concert 7 p.m. Saturday at Kelly Fitness Center on Camp Walker. For information, call Luis Rios at 764- 4440. AAFES/DeCA Advisory Council Meeting An AAFES/DeCA Advisory Council meeting will be 3 p.m. Thursday in the Camp Walker Army Lodge Conference Room. All patrons are invited to attend. The New AAFES and Commissary managers will be on hand to meet and answer questions. For information, call DeCA at 764-5310, or AAFES at 7687422. NEO Exercise Courageous Channel 05–2 will be conducted Oct. 27–30. Participation is mandatory for all Department of Defense affiliated noncombatants. Area IV Evacuation Control Centers will be open for 36 continuous hours. Operation hours are: Camp Carroll: Crown Jewel Fitness Center, 9 a.m. Oct. 28 – 9 p.m. Oct. 29 Camp George: Taegu American School, 6 p.m. Oct. 28 – 6 a.m. Oct. 30 Camp Hialeah: Haven Club, 6 a.m. Thursday – 6 p.m. Oct. 28 Commander Fleet Activities Chinhae: Robinson Center, 7 a.m. Thursday – 7 p.m. Oct. 28 For information, call Kenneth Edland at 768-7737. Trick-Or-Treat Hours Trick-or-treating will be 6 – 8 p.m. Oct. 31. Military Police will conduct safety patrols from 5-8 p.m. The Camp Walker Wood Clinic and Camp Hialeah Dispensary Emergency Room will provide candy X-ray service 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. Halloween Carnival A Halloween Carnival will be held 6 – 10 p.m. Oct. 29 at Sweeny Field on Camp Carroll. For information, call William Hall Jr. at 768- 8987. Hallelujah Night The Multicultural Gospel Service will conduct Hallelujah Night as an alternative to Halloween 5 – 7:30 p.m. Oct. 31 at Kelly Gym on Camp Walker. For information, call Lena Allen at 475- 4761. VFW Patriot’s Pen, Voice of Democracy Contest VFW Patriot’s Pen and Voice of Democracy Contest is open to students in grades 6 – 12. The themes are “Who are Today’s Patriots” for Patriot’s Pen and “How I Demonstrate My Freedom” for Voice of Democracy. Rules and submission forms can be downloaded at www.VFW.org. Submissions must be turned into VFW Post 10033 in Daegu no later than Oct. 31. For information, contact Ken Swierzewski at 768-8215.

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in his book, “From Pusan to Brig. Gen. Timothy P. McHale, 19th TSC Panmunjom,” an account of his commanding general, also recounted this DABU-DONG — Anyone visiting the experiences during the Korean War. story as he read the following excerpt from “I learned in this first combined ROK- Paik’s book during his opening remarks: stretch of the Naktong River that flows through Daegu might never guess that this U.S. operation that success depended on “I found the 11th Regiment troops quiet, peaceful setting was once the mutual trust. If the men of each Army retreating in a state of utter exhaustion northern boundary of a bloody series of did not trust each other, neither would have down a hill west of the road leading to battles. Nor would they be likely to guess the confidence to fight,” he wrote. Chinmok-dong. The NKPA unit that had The tour’s first stop was at the seized the ridge was already beginning to that the lush green valley surrounding Dabu-dong, a small town near Camp Naktong River. lay scattered flanking There, Paik Carroll, was once a barren wasteland fire onto the American “I shall be at the front. positions. I found the pockmarked by mortar and artillery shells. described the forces But members of company command and tactics used to If I turn back, shoot commander. ‘What teams from throughout the 19th Theater defend the 30-mile happened here Major me.” Support Command were shown this view front line from the Kim?’ – Gen. Paik Sun-yup of the Naktong and Dabu-dong when their advancing North “‘We’re exhausted Sept. 29 staff ride became a trip through Korean forces. He from fighting day and time, guided by one of the most revered also described the river’s role in Korea’s night, sir,’ he answered. ‘And that’s not military figures in the history of the defense, not only against North Korean all. The ridge is completely cut off, so the aggression, but against the Japanese and supply people can’t get food or water up Republic of Korea Army. As part of the Company Command the Chinese centuries ago. to us. The men haven’t had a drop to drink The tour’s second and final stop was in two days.’ Team Seminar, which took place Sept. 2830 at Camp Walker, company commanders at the Dabu-dong War Memorial. The “I ran to the front of the retreating and first sergeants took a staff ride guided memorial features a small museum and troops. ‘Let’s everybody sit down here several outdoor displays featuring Korean and listen up,’ I began. ‘I want to thank by retired General Paik Sun-yup. Paik, the Republic of Korea’s first four- War era equipment. While at the memorial, you for fighting like you have, but we star general, spent the morning not only Paik continued to describe the fighting in just don’t have room to retreat anymore. relating facts pertaining to the defense of the early days of the Korean War. The only place left for us to go is into the It was in Dabu-dong, in a valley known ocean. If we run now, Korea is done for. the Pusan Perimeter, a historically significant line of defense stretching from to combatants as “the bowling alley,” Look at those American troops over there. the Naktong to the Pacific Ocean, but because of the terrain and the tactics the They’re fighting because they trust the explaining the importance of cooperation enemy employed, that Paik recounted how ROK Army, and if we retreat, we bring and mutual trust in a joint forces he halted a ROK Army retreat and helped shame upon the entire ROK Army. We turn the tide of what would have been a are men of Korea; let us fight for this land. environment. It was the same message he delivered losing battle. We’re going to turn around and kick the enemy off our ridge, and I shall be at the front. If I turn back, shoot me.” “In what seemed like moments, the battalion had retaken the hill. So different was the morale of the unit as it attacked the hill that the NKPA force must have thought the assault came from a totally different outfit altogether.” McHale also reiterated Paik’s message of joint cooperation during his closing remarks. “It’s about teamwork,” McHale said. “Many times because we’re all wearing this uniform we get kind of Army centric, and we get kind of American centric. But in this theater, we have to be a truly joint force.” Members of the command teams who attended the staff ride said they enjoyed the tour and appreciated hearing Paik’s first-hand account of his experiences. “I enjoyed it,” said 1st Sgt. Dwight Hill, Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 19th TSC. “To have among us a living example in terms of General Paik is priceless.” “It was definitely a great opportunity for company-level leaders to actually visualize what happened and put that in context,” said Capt. Jibraun Emerson, company commander, Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 19th TSC. “It really goes back to the basics, and that’s leadership. It took leadership then, and it takes leadership now. Techniques and equipment change, but S .J N Retired Republic of Korea Army Gen. Paik Sun-yup uses a map to discuss events along the leadership stays the same.” Naktong River during the early portion of the Korean War . 19th Theater Support Command Public Affairs

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Area IV 27 Club Beyond: Fun for teens in the name of God Oct. 21, 2005

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Area IV organization offers comfortable atmosphere for teens to socialize, worship By Pfc. Park Kwang-mo Area IV Public Affairs

CAMP HENRY – The journey from adolescence to adulthood has never been easy and things are no different here in Korea. Teenagers always have struggled to determine the importance of their lives to find the meaning and to life in general. Among the nation’s youth, about 300,000 American “military brats” are scattered around installations inside the United States and throughout the world. However, less than two percent of military teens are “involved with God,” according to an estimate by Military Community Youth Ministries. Club Beyond for military teens in Area IV is a new ministry program recently launched by Area IV Military Community Youth Ministries. The program is an opportunity for military teens to get involved in the ministry, according to Julie Coy, Area IV youth ministry program director. “The unique part of this ministry is that it is an outreach and an outside of church program,” Coy said. “The program is targeted toward teens who feel hesitant to come to church due to the formal setting inside the church.” Club Beyond also meets the spiritual needs of military youth by listening to their concerns, what they think and how they pray.

“The environment is so welcoming that we can discuss and share our ideas freely,” said Kyle Hendrix, a Taegu American School junior. He said gathering with others from a similar age group helps to create a comfortable atmosphere. The concerns and struggles of military teens are similar to those of other teens, yet unique due to their situation. Frequent moves can be disconcerting and deployments can separate families for long periods. Military teens also frequently face unfamiliar environments and challenging situations that other teens usually don’t. Coy has counseled military teens for more than 10 years and said what most of them really need is someone to just listen to their concerns and problems. “They want to be recognized as individuals with respect,” Coy said. Many indoor and outdoor activities including after school bible study, praying, worship dance contest, Christian poetry, retreats and so on are planned.

Club Beyond kicked-off with “See You at the Pole.” The event, a student-led, student-initiated moment of prayer involving students praying together at their school’s flagpole, was held Sept. 21 at Taegu American School. The event is held annually on the third Wednesday in September. This year, more than 30 individuals participated, a significant increase from last year according to Coy. “We prayed for the school year and for each other,” said Hendrix, See You at the Pole organizer, who delivered his testimony to other participants during the event. An After Hours Teen Fun Nite is scheduled Oct. 28 at Kelly Fitness Center on Camp Walker for 7thto 12th-grade students. Activities include a freestyle break dance contest, three-on-three basketball, volleyball and more. Admission is free. Military Community Youth Ministries was formed initially as a joint effort between Young Life and Youth for Christ. Since then, Military Community Youth Ministries has expanded its focus to incorporate the efforts of other like-minded youth organizations and churches to reach military adolescents with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Military Community Youth Ministries minister annually to more than 14,000 teenagers in more than 40 major locations, including more than 40 military communities. “Hopefully, we will reach every young person around here to build meaningful relationships between them and to touch in the love of Jesus,” Coy said. For information about Club Beyond, call Julie Coy at 010-8695-4416 or 764-4192.

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stricken areas. “I’m really proud of him. He’s thinking how a Scout should be thinking – about helping other folks without expecting anything in return,” said A.J.’s father Lt. Col. Arturo DeLosSantos, deputy G3, 19th Theater Support Command, who is also assistant scoutmaster with Troop 81. “As Scout leaders we provide guidance and mentorship but the Scouts are the ones who take the initiative and responsibility for their own projects. We are very happy about how well this turned out.” VFW Post Hill 303 Memorial Post #10033 Many members of VFW Post Hill 303 Memorial Post #10033 in Daegu have been through the trials and tribulations of the battlefield. Even those who have not served on the front lines understand the importance of supporting those at the “tip of the spear.” In peacetime, facing yet another foe – Mother Nature – local VFW members bonded together in support of those in need on a different, distant battlefield. VFW Post #10033 conducted a number of events, raising $1,834 to help those affected by Hurricane Katrina. Throughout the month of September a special donation jar was placed in the Post Home and a raffle was held at the post’s monthly meeting to raise funds. Members also held a car wash at the Camp Walker Commissary and put together a special evening of live music to further the cause. “We felt we should help out in some way,” said Jimmy Hudson, post commander. “Normally, our fund-raisers go to our general fund which we use to support community organizations like the Boy

and Girl Scouts, the Taegu American School cheerleaders, units on post and other groups. In this case we thought it would be appropriate to support the hurricane relief effort.” Among other donations, the post provided more than $1,600 to VFW state headquarters in Louisiana and Mississippi. “Our members really put out an outstanding effort, particularly at the car wash,” Hudson said. “That was a lot of work for a bunch of old guys.” Area IV Chapels Army Chief of Chaplains Maj. Gen. David Hicks encouraged Army chapels worldwide to come together in support of Hurricane Katrina victims. In response, the chapels in Area IV responded in a big way – by collecting more than $11,000 as designated offerings Sept. 17–18. Area IV chapels, comprised of seven congregations, are located at camps Walker, Carroll and Hialeah. The Camp Henry Gospel Service that conducts its services at the Camp Henry Theater also contributed to the designated offering. Wo r s h i p e r s n u m b e r i n g o n l y a b o u t 8 0 0 generated the $11,000 tally. The funds will be forwarded to the Army Chief of Chaplains Office for distribution to hurricane victims. “It turned out great. It is the most we’ve ever collected for a designated offering,” said Sgt. 1st Class Daniel L. Kang, Area IV Support Activity senior chaplain assistant. “People really felt the need to help. They wanted to reach out all the way from here in Korea to support those who were affected by the hurricane.” People To People Daegu Chapter People To People International is a global organization known for its efforts to enhance

international goodwill and understanding. The Daegu Chapter showed its willingness to reach out across borders by making a $3,000 donation to the American Red Cross Oct. 14 during a ceremony held at the 19th Theater Support Command headquarters on Camp Henry. The funds were turned over to Jimmy Finch, station manager of the American Red Cross office at Camp Henry. “All PTP members express deep sorrow for New Orleans, where there was extensive damage and many victims due to the hurricane d i s a s t e r, ” s a i d H a n Ta e - d o n g , P T P D a e g u Chapter president. “Please accept our sincerity and use this little bit of assistance to help rebuild the city and help the victims.” HHD, 16th Medical Logistics Battalion The Soldiers of Headquarters and Headquarters Detachment, 16th Medical Logistics Battalion on Camp Carroll, showed they truly know how to take care of others by taking up a collection within the unit that raised $1,005. “One of our Soldiers came up with the idea so we decided to take up a collection within the unit,” said Sgt. 1st Class Joaquin E. Ipina, detachment first sergeant. “It is great to know our Soldiers are willing to contribute to not only the military community but the community at large in an effort to help others. I was pleasantly surprised by the amount that was collected.” The funds were turned over to the American Red Cross Office on Camp Henry for dispensation. Anyone wishing to make a contribution to support the victims of hurricanes Katrina and Rita, may call Finch, Camp Henry American Red Cross, 768-7993.

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Word of the week

‘guen-moo’ The phrase of the week

“ Let’s finish working. working.””

. Guen-moo gguen-nehp-see-dah. working

Conversation of the week Tweh-guen shee-gahn eem-nee-dah.

Boeh-soe-yo?

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Moen-joe tweh-guen-hah-seh-yo.

Weh-yo?

Joe-nuen yah-guen eem-nee-dah.

Let’s finish