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Morning Calm Weekly Newspaper - 28 October 2011
Morning Calm Weekly Newspaper - 28 October 2011
Morning Calm Weekly Newspaper - 28 October 2011
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OPSEC stressed
Watch what you throw away
By Walter T. Ham IV Eighth Army Public Affairs
YONGSAN GARRISON U.S. Forces Korea and Eighth Army personnel took a close look at the ways that they can help safeguard important information Oct. 1821 during an Operations Security Analysis and Program Management Course. Service members and civilians learned how to manage an effective OPSEC program using techniques such as checking dumpsters for improperly disposed of documents. The course was taught by Chris Turner Sr. and Tony Maybrier from the Joint OPSEC Support Element at the Joint Information Operations Warfare Center in San Antonio. The Joint OPSEC Support Element traces its roots to the Purple Dragon Team established by the U.S. Pacific Command during the Vietnam War. Both instructors encouraged students to regularly emphasize the importance of operations security to force protection and mission accomplishment. OPSEC saves lives, said Turner, who travels around the world teaching OPSEC courses to Department of Defense personnel. Maybrier said good OPSEC also applies to the military family. x
Eighth Army OPSEC Program Manager Maj. Yokeitha A. Ramey (left) and Sgt. 1st Class Anthony Adkins check the dumpsters on Yongsan for improperly disposed of items. U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Kim Gye-myeong
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USAG-RED CLOUD Commander: Col. Hank Dodge Public Affairs Officer: Kevin Jackson Writer/Editor: Franklin Fisher Staff Writers: Pfc. Mardicio Barrot, Pvt. Yi, Jae-gwang USAG-YONGSAN Commander: Col. William P. Huber Public Affairs Officer: Mark Abueg CI Officer: Jane Lee Layout Editor: Sgt. Hong Moo-sun Staff Writers: Staff Sgt. Cody Harding, Pfc. Choi Sung-il, Pfc. Han Samuel , USAG-HUMPHREYS Commander: Col. Joseph P. Moore Public Affairs Officer: Ed Johnson CI Officer: Steven Hoover Writer/Editor: Wayne Marlow Staff Writer: Pfc. Han Jae-ho USAG-DAEGU Commander: Col. Kathleen A. Gavle Public Affairs Officer: Philip Molter CI Officer: Mary Grimes Staff Writers: Pvt. Bang Bong-joo, Sgt. Kim Min-jae Interns: Park Min-jin, Lee Sae-mi,, Lee Seung-bin, Raven Calloway
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noids. Remember the old saying, You are what you eat? Well, everyone needs to incorporate sugar in their diet. However, the type of sugar that my family and I consume should only come from organic sugar or healthy sweeteners, since refined sugar attracts growth of tumors. This lifestyle change now makes me more aware of what my family and I must eat to stay healthy and for me to stay in remission. Given the current policy of providing information concerning nutritional value and the amount of calories in meals, key questions still remain: how much effort do you put in verifying the nutritional value of chemicals within diverse fruits and vegetables with regard to control of cancer? What can each of you do to further educate yourselves on the disease that continues to increase in numbers amongst us? Educate yourselves. Ensure you are eating a proper healthy diet rich in fruit and vegetables, getting a good nights rest, and exercising at least three times a week for 30 to 45 minutes. Healthy eating and positive life style changes are key to possibly preventing cancer from striking you or a loved one. x Air Force Master Sgt. Aki Summers is the Superintendent of Field Operating Base Korea (FOB-K). This spring, shortly after being diagnosed she started a cancer support page on Face book in hopes of getting and sharing information with others so that it may make a difference in someones life. It can be accessed at http://on.fb.me/ uer1ya
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Police Blotter
The following entries were excerpted from the police blotters the previous week. These entries may be incomplete and do not imply guilt or innocence. Area I AWOL. The subject failed to report to his place of duty at the designated time. The subject was placed on AWOL status by his unit commander, flagged in DBIDS and a Be on the Lookout order was issued for his apprehension. Drunk and Disorderly Conduct. The subject was intoxicated and belligerent at a private location in Seoul. The subject was apprehended and transported to the PMO where he was administered a PBT with a result of 0.306 percent blood alcohol content. The subject was released to his unit and later reported to the PMO where he was advised of his legal rights, which he invoked. Area II Traffic Accident with Injuries; Damage to Property; Driving Under the Influence of an Intoxicant; Driving Wrong Way on One Way Street. The subject, while operating a POV under the influence of an intoxicant, crossed into the incoming lane and struck the victims POV at his residence in Seoul. KNP responded to the scene and tested the subjects BAC with a result of 0.071 percent. The subject sustained injuries consisting of an abrasion and scratches to his head. The victim sustained injuries consisting of abrasions to his back and neck. Damage to the subjects vehicle consisted of disabling damage to the hood, under carriage and entire front portion of the vehicle. Damage to the victims vehicle consisted of disabling damage to the front portion of the vehicle. Area III Wrongful Destruction of Government Property. Unknown person(s), by unknown means, caused damage to the victims truck which was secured and unattended in a parking lot on USAG-Humphreys. Damage to the truck consisted of dents to the right rear door and window shattered. Larceny of Private Property. Unknown person(s) removed the victims sunglasses, which were unsecured and unattended, from the front desk of USAG-Humphreys Lodge. The victim then looked over the security camera footage and stated he saw a man in a yellow short-sleeve shirt that he believed to have taken the sunglasses. The victim rendered a written sworn statement attesting to the incident. Investigation continues by MPI.
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At the Camp Red Cloud fire station Oct. 21, children from a local Korean elementary school clamor to board a fire engine. Hosting school visits is just one of several ways the Camp Red Cloud fire department keeps ties to the Korean community. It also has mutual-aid pacts with local Korean fire departments. U.S. Army photo by Pvt. Lee Jae-gwang
Kids from an elementary school in Uijeongbu delight in watching Sparky, the Camp Red Cloud fire department mascot, during an Oct. 21 visit to the post firehouse. U.S. Army photo by Pvt. Lee Jae-gwang
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William Alexander, (left), director of the 2nd Infantry Division Museum at Camp Red Cloud, talks with students from the Dongducheon Foreign Language High School during their Oct. 21 tour of the museum. U.S. Army photo by Pvt. Lee Jae-gwang
At Casey Elementary School Oct. 19, children and teachers wore special hats to during Cap on Drugs day, part of the schools participation in Red Ribbon Week, a drug and substance abuse prevention event observed each October against illicit drug use and its consequences. U.S. Army photo by Spc. Mardicio Barrot
New help for troops Fast attack brings taekwondo win learning languages
By Franklin Fisher franklin.s.fisher@us.army.mil By Brian Lamar Defense Language Institute
MONTEREY, Calif. Being stationed overseas can cause a condition called barracks rat syndrome. One symptom is a discomfort with unknown languages and cultures. To combat this, teams of experts at the Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center have come up with a solution. Called the Korean HeadStart2 program, its designed to give troops basic skills with the hostnation culture and language. The HS2 program is available in 16 languages and DLIFLC plans for 10 more to be available to servicemembers in the 2012 fiscal year. The production plan for HeadStart2 is based on requirements that are built from a list called the Strategic Language List and are an agreed-upon schedule of production of language products from DLIs curriculum working group, said Clare Bugary, DLIFLC Deputy Chief of Staff of Operations. Unlike most other commercial language software products, HS2 is geared for servicemembers through vocabulary and in-game exercises oriented toward military scenarios. And Soldiers can earn up to 16 points toward advancement to sergeant or staff sergeant. The format of the HS2 program consists of two main sections; Sound and Script, and Military. The Sound and Script portion introduces the writing system and provides basic information about the languages numbers, colors, grammar, and pronunciation of the target language in 20 separate tasks. The military section focuses on topics like medical emergencies, cordon-and-search, and even basic commands. A sense of importance and immediacy is created through animated military scenarios that force a servicemember to recall vocabulary terms to navigate the situations successfully. Within the program are more than 100 PDFs with writing drills for practice in the target language. Other features include culture notes, grammar notes, an Arabic script writing tool, a sound recorder, and a glossary. The HS2 program exposes users to more than 1,000 key terms and phrases, and provides communication tools of value to Korea-based troops. The HeadStart2 program can be accessed via: AKO / ATRRS, DKO, JKO, JLU, MarineNet and on the Institutes HeadStart2 language resources page at http://hs2.lingnet.org/korean.html. x CAMP STANLEY He had been learning taekwondo for a while but now, on a cloudy Saturday at Camp Stanley recently, Pfc. Brandon Mooreerbe was facing his first tournament. He was one of about two dozen soldiers who signed up for the 2011 Warrior Country Taekwondo Championship held Oct. 22 at the Camp Stanley Fitness Center. Mooreerbe, 21, of Brownsburg, Ind., knew that hed be facing an especially aggressive opponent, Pfc. Christopher Brown, 23, of Chicagos South Side. Both were members of the 2nd Infantry Divisions taekwondo demonstration team, and both were heading into their first tournament, in the red belt 140 159 pound class. Mooreerbe knew Brown would likely come on like a wolverine. I knew I had a run for my money, said Mooreerbe. I knew he was aggressive and he would attack quickly, and a lot. Brown fought three opponents that day. And yes, Brown attacked quickly and a lot. Hed close fast and unleash a storm of blows. The kicks came in flurries and struck his opponents protective padding with quick, sharp thuds. In the match with Mooreerbe, Brown got off a sharp kick to the head, then another. He was droppin his guard and I knew I could hit him with a good-to-go head shot, said Brown. Brown won all three matches and took first place in his red belt weight class. He kidded Mooreerbe. I told him, Im not gonna say nothin today. But tomorrow, when we rewind the tapes, Im gonna have somethin to talk about at work. For Mooreerbe, the first tournament was an important training experience. It was just my first round, he said. I didnt know what to expect. Now I do. The following were declared winners in their respective belt and weight categories:
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During the 2011 Warrior Country Taekwondo Championship at the Camp Stanley Fitness Center Oct. 22, Pfc. Christopher Brown gets advice from his coach, Pak Su-ho. U.S. Army photo by Franklin Fisher
Red belt, 140 159 lbs: Christopher Brown, Headquarters and Headquarters Support Company, Division Special Troops Battalion; Red belt, 160 179 lbs: An Jae-hee, Headquarters and Headquarters Support Company, Division Special Troops Battalion; Blue belt, 160 179 lbs: Kevin Stewart, Company D, 6th Battalion, 37th Field Artillery Regiment; Black belt, 160 179 lbs: Roman Stanfill, Headquarters and Headquarters Support Company, Division Special Troops Battalion. x
New software applications for mobile devices such as this iPad are helping students at the Defense Language Institute in Monterey, Calif. In addition Soldiers worldwide can now earn promotions points by taking the online Headstart2 program developed by DLI. U.S. Army photo
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T-50 aircrafts fly in formation while emitting smoke during the Seoul Air Show above the K-16 Air Base Multi-purpose Field, Oct. 22. - U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Han Samuel
Community enjoys K-16 Family Fun Day and Seoul Air Show
By Pfc. Han Samuel samuel.han2@korea.army.mil
YONGSAN GARRISON - K-16 hosted a Family Fun Day in conjunction with the Seoul International Aerospace and Defense Exhibition better known as the Seoul Air Show Oct. 22. Community members gathered to take pictures of the aerial acrobatics held at the nearby Seoul Air Base, and enjoy the great weather, food and entertainment at K-16. For the entertainment, K-16 invited several groups such as the 2nd Infantry Division Band, a traditional Korean Samulnori team, rock bands, and a disc jockey to provide music and amusement for the day. K-16 also provided transportation to the Seoul Air Base and back, all throughout the day, to accommodate community members who wished to visit the Aerospace and Defense Exhibition, which was a fifteen minute drive from K-16. Although the Seoul Air Base hosted the actual show, the view from the K-16 Multi-purpose Field was spectacular. During the air shows, which were held in the morning and afternoon, spectators could be seen spread out all over the K-16 Multi-purpose Field eagerly tracing the movements of the jets with their cameras and pointed fingers. The air show included remarkable demonstrations such as creating a heart and the Korean flag out of smoke from the aircrafts, as well as other visually stimulating stunts as the jets flew in formation. At the Aerospace and Defense Exhibition, many U.S. and R.O.K aircrafts and vehicles were put on display to the public. In addition, numerous organizations involved in aviation and the production of aviation machinery and equipment, such as Boeing and Lockheed Martin, were featured. These organizations situated themselves in booths to display their products and developments and to provide educational material to interested passersby. Spectators seemed amused as they took pictures, scribbled on notepads and commented on each of the displays set up by the various organizations. At K-16, Army and Air Force Exchange Services catered to the community by selling an assortment of grilled foods. Along with AAFES, 2-2 Aviation Assault Battalion Families held a fundraiser selling various delicious treats and chili con carne, next to the K-16 Fitness Center BBQ area. According to Leah Williams, a spouse of a 2-2 ASLT BTN Servicemember, funds collected from the days sales would be used to support the Family Readiness Group program for the company. Sales seemed to go well, especially due to the instant popularity of the chili among the community members. The various entertaining performances, air show, and air exhibition presented ample sights and leisure for a day of fun at K-16. x
(Above) Spectators search the sky for the F-15 aircraft that demonstrated difficult aerial maneuvers at the Seoul International Aerospace and Defense Exhibition held at Seoul Air Base, Oct. 22; (Below) Servicemembers and families of the 2-2 Aviation Assault Battalion sold delicious treats and chili con carne to raise funds for the Family Readiness Group, during the K-16 Family Fun Day and Air Show held at the K-16 Air Base Fitness Center BBQ Area, Oct. 22. - U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Cho Hyun-gon
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2011 Irregular Warfare Conference Special Operations Command Korea will host the 2011 Irregular Warfare Conference at the Dragon Hill Lodge November 7-9. This years theme, Irregular Warfare during Stability Operations, will include topics such as contemporary irregular warfare and stability operations in practice, irregular warfare and stability operations in Korea, and how irregular warfare impacts stability operations in an unknown environment. The Republic of Koreas Special Warfare Command will also provide an equipment display and martial arts demonstration. For further information about the conference, and to register, go to http://8tharmy.korea.army.mil/ sockor/events.htm, or contact Maj. Cheree Kochen at Cheree. Kochen@korea.army.mil or Capt. David Kim at David.Kim4@korea. army.mil.
The First Lady of Georgia Sandra Deal, a former school teacher, makes her inaugural visit to Korea and meets with Seoul American Elementary School students, teachers and faculty members Oct. 17. - U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Choi Sung-il
answered every question from students about the state of Georgia and her experience as a teacher, mother, grandmother and volunteer. She and her husband have been interested in education which is really great, SAES Literacy Support Specialist Janie Stewart said after a short discussion with Deal who looked at the programs and materials for every grade in detail. We need that kind of support from the people way up higher than our level and its a great chance to show them what schools in the Military provide. Deal delivered her sincere message to every student and teacher she met. Its very important to learn as much as you can, said Deal. You are going to be future leaders and were getting old. Our leaders need to be smart and have wisdom from experiencing and learning in a lot of different ways. And its important to be kind because if you want people to vote for you, you have to have a kind heart. x
Cost of Living Index The COLA index for Seoul will decrease by 2 points on November 16 and another 2 points on December 16 for a total of 4 points. The link to the survey results can be accessed on the 175th Financial Management Center website at http://175fmc.korea.army.mil/ under Whats New. For more information, call 725-5260.
YONGSAN GARRISON - The Military completes its mission through the combined strength of its Servicemembers and Civilians, working together in bases across the world to provide the warfighter with support both on and off the battlefield. To show appreciation for their hard work to the United States Forces Korea, the USFK chain of command held the Civilian Employee of the Year awards ceremony at Knight Field, Yongsan,
Retiree Appreciation Day U.S. Army Garrison Yongsan is holding the annual Retiree Appreciation Day on Saturday November 19 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at the R & R Bar and Grill. Free to all retiree ID card holders and their Families. Come out for food, information, health screenings and fun. For more information, call Mark Wade at 730-4133.
For a complete list of community information news and notes, visit the USAG Yongsan Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/youryongsan
Gen. James Thurman, the USFK Commanding General, presents the Civilian Employee of the Year Award in the Korean Service Corps to Mr. Won, Chae-yon during a ceremony on Knight Field Oct. 20. - U.S. Army photo by Spc. Amber Smith
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Eighth Army Band plays at the 2011 Asian Gaelic Games in Suwon, South Korea on Oct. 16. Courtesy photo by Jennifer Aloisi See yourself in the Morning Calm when you become a USAG Yongsan Facebook Fan. Just post your travel photos to our page with a quick description covering who, what, when, where and why and well see you in the paper. Your Yongsan PAO team
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The Munsters - a great TV series made for kids just coming home from school, complete with Fred Gwynne and Yvonne De Carlo. Awesome!!! Actually, I think this is one classic that can only be replicated, never improved.
meant that it was, Rumsfeld said, the first book made for the information age. Rumsfeld first met with USAG Yongsan Command Sgt. Maj. John Justis, in a small room inside the PX for coffee and pastries. Rumsfeld presented him with a personally signed copy of the book and the two spoke about their various experiences within the Military, Rumsfeld reflecting on his time as both an aviator and an ambassador. See DONALD RUMSFELD, Page 12
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Donald Rumsfeld, the former Secretary of Defense for the Bush Administration, signs a copy of his memoir to Sam, a 5th grade student at Seoul American Elementary School during a book signing at the Yongsan Post Exchange Oct. 13. The proceeds of the book are going to veterans charities, and Rumsfeld publicly stated that he is receiving no profit from the sales. - U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Cody Harding
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Garrison Commander Col. William Huber arrived shortly after with his own copy of the memoir. After a brief talk with both Huber and Justis, Armed Forces Network Korea interviewed Rumsfeld during which the former defense secretary answered questions about his memoir along with his attempts to transform the Military during the Bush Administration. When asked about what he would tell the people of Yongsan, Rumsfeld was clear. The wonderful opportunity for me is to be able to look them in the eye, shake their hand and tell them how much we value their service to the country, Rumsfeld said. To see some of their Families and tell them as well that their service is important. That theyre performing something for our country that is highly valued, and Im grateful to them and I know the American people are grateful. The book signing began as Army Capt. Victor Kareh, a pilot with the 4th Squadron, 2nd Aviation Regt., 2nd
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Combat Aviation Brigade, 2nd Infantry Division, was the first man to get his signed copy from Rumsfeld. Even after noon, the line led from the podium to another section of the PX, with dozens waiting in line to meet with the former secretary of defense. During that time, Rumsfeld refused to sit down, instead wishing to stand to meet the people of Yongsan eye to eye. Keith Urbahn, Rumsfelds chief of staff for five years and a member of the Navy reserve, said that it has been a terrific experience to travel with Rumsfeld on his tour, both on and off base. Everywhere we go, we try to visit a Military post, said Urbahn. Not because it necessarily sells a ton of books or because he doesnt have other meetings, but because he genuinely loves being around the men and women of the U.S. Armed Forces. Hes energized from it, and he appreciates having the chance to get to say thank you to all of the people, many of whom he served alongside during his time as SecDef. x
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Specialist Henrique Magalhaes, a chaplains assistant with the 6th Battalion, 52nd Air Defense Artillery, salutes during a notional memorial ceremony during the units field training exercise. U.S. Army photo by Spc. Karina Law
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Candidates of the 1st Signal Brigade Career Counselor competition, Staff Sgt. Ayla L. Higgs, 36th Signal Battalion, Staff Sgt. William G. Powell, 304th ESB, and Staff Sgt. Brian M. Yee, 41st Signal Battalion, report in at the board portion of the competition at Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 1st Signal Brigade at Camp Coiner. U.S. Army photo by Pvt. Ji, Seung-lee
First Signal Brigade Command Sgt. Maj. Arthur T. Swingler congratulates the winner of the career counselor competition, Staff Sgt. Ayla Higgs. U.S. Army photo by Pvt. Ji, Seung-lee
Candidates do pushups for the Army Physical Fitness Test portion of the competition. U.S. Army photo by Pvt. Ji, Seung-lee
CHAPLAIN
Area II Worship Schedule
Worship Services
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Liturgical Sunday Traditional Sunday Contemporary Sunday Sunday Sunday Nondenominational Sunday Gospel Sunday Mision Pentecostal Hispana Sunday United Pentecostal Sunday KATUSA Tuesday
9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 9 a.m. 10:30 a.m. 11 a.m. 11 a.m. 1 p.m. 3 p.m. 1:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 9:30 a.m. 11 a.m.
Memorial Chapel Brian Allgood Hospital South Post Chapel K-16 Chapel Hannam Village Chapel South Post Chapel South Post Chapel South Post Chapel Memorial Chapel Memorial Chapel Brian Allgood Hospital Brian Allgood Hospital
Freedom Chapel Freedom Chapel Freedom Chapel Freedom Chapel Freedom Chapel Freedom Chapel Freedom Chapel Freedom Chapel Freedom Chapel Freedom Chapel Freedom Chapel
Collective Protestant Sunday Church of Christ Gospel Contemporary Wednesday Friday KATUSA Tuesday Tuesday Catholic Services Mass Sunday
10 a.m. 10:30 a.m. 5 p.m. 12:15 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 6:30 p.m.
Camp Carroll Camp Walker Camp Walker Camp Walker Camp Carroll Camp Walker Camp Carroll Camp Walker
Catholic Mass Sunday 9 a.m. M, W, T, F 11:45 a.m. Saturday 10 a.m. & 5 p.m. Sunday 9 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. (youth) KATUSA Tuesday Korean-American Service Wednesday 6 p.m. 7 p.m.
Catholic Services 9 a.m. 11:30 a.m. CRC Warrior Chapel West Casey Chapel Catholic Mass Saturday Sunday Sunday M, W, T, F 1st Sat. Jewish Friday 5 p.m. 8 a.m. 11:30 a.m. 11:45 a.m. 9 a.m. 7 p.m. Memorial Chapel Memorial Chapel Memorial Chapel Memorial Chapel Memorial Chapel South Post Chapel
The Command Chaplains Office is here to perform, provide, or coordinate total religious support to the United Nations Command, U.S. Forces Korea and Eighth U.S. Army Servicemembers, their families and authorized civilians across the full spectrum of operations from armistice to war. Visit the U.S. Forces Korea Religious Support site at: http://www.usfk.mil/usfk/fkch.aspx for helpful links and information
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Above, Anisha Downs is all smiles as she rakes leaves at Deog Dong San Park Park during Make a Difference Day. Below, Kevin Campbell brings a bag of trash to the growing pile. U.S. Army photos by W. Wayne Marlow
Above, Tiana Green opens the bag for her brother, Deante, who deposits a piece of trash. The Greens were two of the approximately 110 volunteers who pitched in to clean Deog Dong San Park on Make a Difference Day Oct. 22. Left, Jeremiah Bundren gets a grip on the situation. Below, bags of trash stand in testament to the difference made by volunteers. U.S. Army photos by W. Wayne Marlow
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Above, the 2nd Infantry Division band entertains the crowd during Area IIs Hispanic Heritage Observance on Yongsan Garrison. Right, instructors from Club American Latina give a demonstration of bachata dancing. U.S. Army photos by Staff Sgt. Alexis Ramos
here in Korea since the war. All with many backgrounds, all with many different stories, all have served here in Korea for one Army spirit. Freedom is not free and we appreciate you and your Families sacrifices as well as the contributions you have given the mission here in Korea. We celebrate you and your heritage and our heritage. I honestly hope and pray that your Army spirit helps you achieve the one American spirit. Thank you. x
Lieutenant Gen. Rick Lynch, commanding general of the U.S. Army Installation Management Command, meets with cadets from the University of Texas during a visit to the campus in Austin. U.S. Army photos by Keith E. Smith
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Right, Sgt. Johnny Hart of the 6th Battalion, 52nd Air Defense Artillery, covers security procedures with Sgt. Nela Swindale during an external evaluation. Below, Sgt. 1st Class Patrick Kilgore reviews a generator maintenance record with Sgt. Thomas Migut. U.S. Army photos by Capt. Jeremy Tennent
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Soldiers with the 6th Battalion, 52nd Air Defense Artillery explain PATRIOT operations to interested passersby at the 2011 Seoul Aerospace and Defense Exhibition. U.S. Army photo by Capt. Jeremy Tennent
air defense, but about all the other aircraft here. The other Soldiers present in support of the display were Staff Sgt. Clyde Gardner, KATUSA Cpl. Lee Sa-ra, Pfc. Jose Cerros, Pfc. Megan Moss, Pfc. Justin Ater, Pvt. Daniel Holldorf, and Pvt. Jonathan Miller. Spending the week at the air show required a great deal of coordination with fellow military units, and Kristy praised the Air Force and the Korean military for their support and oversight of the sprawling defense industry exhibition. x
gained a better understanding of our mission when it comes to Air Defense. During the exercise, each team member and operator was given the chance to brief their portion of the mission, while receiving feedback in relation to their scheme of maneuver and concept of support for the FST-J. The exercise was a great opportunity for operators to work with other services on how they operate, said Sgt. 1st Class Arnall Spann, 35th ADA Air Defense Artillery fire control officer NCOIC. It gave us a chance to work directly in the same environment that we would in the event of war. I also feel that it helped us to excise our wartime capabilities as a cell to stand up our remote locations and still direct our PATRIOT units from anywhere. In addition, the 35th ADA, commanded by Col. Eric Sanchez looks forward in participating in joint exercises that build continuity between 35th and U.S. Navy, Spann said. x
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Dressing Up
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My son is going to be a Monkey. He is 10 months old so we picked it because its his nickname.
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My son is going to be Spider-Man. He is a huge fan of action heroes and Spider-Man happens to be his favorite this month ;) My daughter is going to be a bumblebee... she didnt have much choice :)
CAMP HUMPHREYS Soldiers from Camp Humphreys and Camp Casey participate in a friendly soccer match. U.S. Army photo by Mike Mooney
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My 8-year-old daughter will be Punky Brewster because she dresses and acts a lot like her. My 3-year old son will be Danny from Grease because he loves dancing to Go Grease Lightning.
Volunteers recognized
By Steven Hoover steve.hoover@korea.army.mil
CAMP HUMPHREYS Volunteer awards recognition and various organizational updates were among the highlights at the Humphreys Garrison Community Town Hall meeting Oct. 18 in the Community Activity Center here. Humphreys Garrison Commander, Col. Joseph P. Moore, hosted the quarterly meeting, which is conducted in a presentation and question-answer forum. It is an opportunity for community members to find out what is happening throughout the garrison and to ask questions about things that concern them. And, for the first time, the Town Hall could be viewed on Facebook through the video program USTREAM. Viewers could also submit questions on Facebook and receive real-time answers from the garrison commander. Although some who tuned in said they had a problem hearing the festivities, for the most part the effort was received well. To begin the evening, Moore and Denise Chappell, the Army Community Service Volunteer Corps coordinator, presented the Volunteers of the Quarter for the fourth quarter of 2011. They were: 1st Sgt. Kevin Campbell, (Active Duty Soldier), assigned to Headquarters and Headquarters Company, U.S. Army Garrison Humphreys, for volunteer hours completed with Humphreys American School, the English program at Cheongdam Middle School and the Paengsong Welfare Center Program; Jessica Dunn (Family Member), for her work with the Painted Door Thrift Store and the Girl Scouts; Tekedra Bryant (Youth), for her work as the Camp Humphreys Army Family Action Plan conference reporter; and the unit honoree was 3-2 General Support Aviation Battalion, for providing more than 1,100 volunteer hours in various endeavors. There was no nominee in the KATUSA Soldier or Retiree categories for this quarter. Also, Outstanding Community Support awards were presented to: Humphreys Garrison Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation and Army Community Service; the Camp Humphreys United Service Organization (USO); and the Area III Retirement Services Office. The next Town Hall meeting is scheduled for Jan. 10, 2012, at 6 p.m., in the CAC. As with previous meetings, presenters slides and answers to all submitted questions are posted on the garrison website, http:// humphreys.korea.army.mil/Townhall. x
Both of my daughters are going to be light-up stick people. They saw them once a long time ago and thought they were cool. Both are too mature to choose cartoon characters, etc. LOL.
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DAEGU GARRISON Family, fellow Soldiers and friends from throughout Area IV gathered at the Evergreen Club on Camp Walker Oct. 21 to welcome 13 new American citizens. The first ceremony of its kind to be held on a U.S. Army Garrison Daegu installation. Brig. Gen. Paul C. Hurley, Commanding General, 19th ESC was also among those attending. Hosted by USAG Daegu A r my Com m u n i t y S e r v i ce s, t h e ceremony consisted of personnel representing 11 countriessome as far away as Colombia, and as close as the Philippines. Explaining the importance of the event, Francis W. Leigh, a representative from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services from the U.S. Embassy in Seoul said, The importance of the naturalization ceremony is that it is in that moment that an individual becomes a U.S. citizen. After they have taken the oath, they then have the rights and privileges someone born in the United States would have. As might be expected, the naturalization process is not an overnight effort. According to Leigh, there are specific guidelines that applicants must adhere to. Before an individual can apply for naturalization, he or she must meet a few requirements. First, it is necessary to file a Form N-400, an application for naturalization. That form is processed through the Nebraska service center, and is eventually forwarded to Seoul. The entire process usually takes two to three months. Once we receive the file, we contact all service members or spouses, and then schedule an inter view two weeks out, Leigh continued. During
family members. They can always contact the U.S. Embassy for guidance. I would encourage them to ask any question they might have. We will be happy to answer questions regarding immigration issues or concerns. Service members and their spouse are defending our country, and some of them do not have citizenship yet. So, we are here to assist them because they deserve it. x
Brig. Gen. Paul C. Hurley, Commanding General, 19th ESC explains the importance of the Oath of Allegiance to Soldiers who took part in a Naturalization Ceremony held Oct. 21 at Camp Walkers Evergreen Club.
get sick by transmitting germs to our nose, mouth and even eyes. Lastly, always practice good health habits --get plenty of sleep, drink plenty of fluids, manage your stress, eat healthy, nutritious foods -- especially fruits and veggies. x
Sgt. Anne Sparks administers a flu shot to a member of the 32nd KSC Company, Camp Henry.
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Story and photo by Lee Sae-mi saemi.lee@korea.army.mil
DAEGU GARRISON Army lodging is an important part of any military installations quality of life initiative. Thats why Meejeom Green, General Manager of Area IV lodges, is committed to providing every authorized Soldier, Family member, Retiree, and DoD Civilian the best possible comfort during their brief stay at the very modern, and award winning U.S. Army Garrison Daegu facilities. The lodge, according to Green, is a temporary place for incoming personnel to USAG Daegu Army Garrison. Making their way from various military and government installations from around the world, the Camp Walker and Camp Carroll lodges offer comfort and a sense of home away from home to hundreds of personnel annually. To make the stay of these sometimes weary travelers a positive experience, Green turns to her dedicated staff for support. Every day is an exciting
CYS Services We will be offering twice monthly (most months) classes designed for families to spend time together learning something new and fun. Activities will be for registered members only-will take place at the School Age Center (Walker bldg # 257) Parents MUST attend and participate. Parents can call Parent Central Services at 764-5298 or stop into sign up prior to class. Must be signed up to attend. All ages are welcome. Financial Counseling Services Financial counseling for Soldiers and family members with emphasis on managing personal finances and tracking spending habits. Development of a personal financial plan, retirement plan, and college saving plan. Call the ACS financial readiness program office, 768-8127 or 768-7112.
Kids Club Register your child for our Jr. Membership Program. Program benefits include quarterly appreciation nights, $5 gift coupon for thier birthday and other great events. Open to kids ages 5-12. For more information, call the Evergreen Community Club, 764-4060. Curfew in effect Effective immediately, A PeninsulaWide curfew is in effect. This curfew occurs between 1 a.m. to 5 a.m. Sunday through Friday morning of a normal work week and 3 a.m. to 5 a.m. on Friday night, Saturday-Sunday mornings. This curfew applies to all USFK military personnel, and is urged as a guideline to follow for all family members and civilians. Tobacco Cessation Class Area IV Tobacco Cessation Class every Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. in the Optometry Conference Room of Wood Medical Clinic, Camp Walker. For more information call 764.5497
The Camp Walker Lodge is a temporary home away from home for many U.S. Soldiers and Family members arriving or departing or just visiting USAG Daegu and the Southeast Hub.
New Speed Limit In order to keep the area safe for the students and staff near Daegu High School on Camp Walker, the speed limit on Rhode Island St. will remain at 25 KPH. Please observe the new speed limit, as MP patrols will be out in force observing you - both on Camp Walker and Camp George - as the new school year begins. Lets all keep it in low gear and make their job boring - and keep our children safe.
Table Tennis Championship T h e U S AG D a e g u p re l i m i n a r y Tournament will be held at the Camp Carroll Community Center November 12 at 2 p.m. Winnners will advance to play in the IMCOM Tournament from November 18 to 19. Monetary prizes and trophies will be awarded. For more information call 764-4123 or 765-8325
The rain could dampen the spirits of the USAG Daegu community, or keep them from lining the streets to support Daegu High Schools homecoming parade before their football re-match with Seoul American High School, Oct. 21. The parade helped boost the fighting spirit of the DHS Warriors who traversed Camp Walker singing, shouting, and step-dancing toward victory. U.S. Army photo by Park Min-jin
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JooRahm Kim
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I think USAG Daegu is doing a great job. I havent felt inconvenience staying in Garrison as enlisted. I want to encourage USAG Daegu and all worker for their hard work.
The more things change the more they stay the same. A horse and buggy ride along Main Street was a common sight to see during the 2011 Gyeongju World Culture Expo recently held in Gyeongju, South Korea. Courtesy photo by Mary Grimes See yourself in the Morning Calm when you become a USAG Daegu Facebook Fan. Just post your photos to our page with a quick description covering the five Ws: who, what, when, where and why, and well see you in the paper. Your USAG Daegu PAO team
Amanda Dwyer
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Having a youth center or community center at George would be great for the kids.
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Can we please have DPW workers give face/ face status of issue before leaving the local work site? Even for problems at DAS/DHS, they often come & go without anyone knowing that they worked on something and if it got fixed or not. So you have to call to find out the status (if its not obvious). They should 1st check in with local authority 2 make sure they understand the issue, then give updated status before leaving, rather than leave us in the dark.
Jun Ho Lee
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In Here, I continued to improve the quality of life in Daegu, reading and exercise to try to parallel. So, I would like to regain lost patience and gain a lot of knowledge through reading books.
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Sgt. 1st Class Russell Morris rides through the Korean countryside during a 1000km race that took him over 74 hours to complete. the Randonneur must finish in. Its not about the order you finish in, said Morris, its more about the personal challenge of qualifying or achieving a personal goal. Although Randonneuring does not place its participants in direct completion with each other, the events a still challenging. Of the 32 who started the event, only eight finished under the qualifying time of 75 hours, and only 16 finished at all. Morris completed the event despite having only a few hour of sleep and getting lost along the way costing him about four hours. Morris enjoys riding while stationed in Korea because it allows him to tour his host nation. Its a great way to see places most foreigners never get to see, said Morris. x