August 20, 2010 • Volume 8, Issue 44

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IMCOM Korea commander nabs first star

Fox pins on
brigadier general
Friday during
ceremony
By Russell Wicke
IMCOM Korea Public Affairs

YONGSAN GARRISON — The commander

for Installation Management Command Korea
Region pinned on his first star during a promotion
ceremony held Aug. 13 here.
The U.S. Senate approved the promotion
of Brig. Gen. David Fox along with his peers,
retroactive to July 2.
During the ceremony, General Walter
L. Sharp, U.S. Forces Korea commander,
remarked that Fox was “absolutely the perfect
choice” for the Army’s newest general officer.
Fox himself attributes nearly all of his successes
to the NCO corps. He began his Army career
by enlisting to the service in 1980. According
to Fox, it was a platoon sergeant who taught
him the fundamentals of leadership during his
enlisted years. He was commissioned as a second
lieutenant in the Infantry in 1982, and served
in numerous places, such as Haiti, Afghanistan
and Iraq. But throughout his career as an officer,
Fox repeatedly emphasized how the NCO corp
has always been the foundation behind his
accomplishments.
Fox took command of Korea Region June
22, marking his first time to serve in Korea.
His previous assignment was commander of
the Iraqi Assistance Group, Camp Victory Iraq.
Fox has earned numerous prestigious awards
and decorations, to include the Legion of Merit,
Bronze Star and Purple Heart.
As the Region commander, Fox is responsible
for all Army garrison operations support services
in Korea, including support and training
of the fighting force, installation support,
environmental programs, construction, force
IMCOM Korea Region Commander, Brig. Gen. David G. Fox (left), receives congratulations from Maj. Gen. Lawrence L. Wells, Deputy Chief of Staff protection, and morale and welfare - all during
for the United Nations Command and U.S. Forces Korea. Fox began his military career as an enlisted Soldier. After completing Officer Candidate a time of persistent conflict. His background is
School, he was commissioned a 2nd Lt. in the Infantry in 1982.— U.S. Army photos by Sgt. 1st Class Francisco Alejandro Special Operations.

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Eighth Army participates in Ulchi Freedom Guardian
Eighth Army is honing its ability to defend the Republic of Korea from
Aug. 16 - 26 during exercise Ulchi Freedom Guardian, the world’s largest
annual command post exercise. — U.S. Army photo by Cpl. Song Chang-
do, 8th U.S. Army Public Affairs.
U.S. Wants Renewed Military Contacts with China
By Jim Garamone
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON — Resumption of military-
to-military contacts between the United States
and China is in both countries’ best interests,
senior defense officials said yesterday.
The officials, speaking on background about a
new report delivered to Congress yesterday, also
said the Chinese have not been as transparent as
they could be about their military transformation
program, leaving the Sino-U.S. dialogue open to
misunderstanding and miscommunications that
could lead to miscalculations.
The congressionally mandated annual report,
titled “Military and Security Developments
Involving the People’s Republic of China 2010,”
was released on a day when officials announced
China has surpassed Japan as the world’s second-
largest economy. China should have a gross
domestic product of just over $5 trillion this
year. The United States has the world’s largest
economy, with just over $15 trillion.
The booming Chinese economy is a good
thing for the world, the report says, noting that
the Chinese middle class is growing by leaps
and bounds. The economic expansion has given
the Chinese government the money needed to
transform its military.
“We welcome a strong, prosperous and
successful China,” a senior defense official
said, noting that a strong China has played an
increasingly important role on the international
stage.
“At the same time,” the official added, “the
Chinese government has embarked on a mission
to transform its military into a modern force
capable of conducting a growing range of military
missions.”
A decade ago, China’s army issued a new roles
and missions statement that goes beyond the
country’s immediate territorial interests. Some
of the growth is good: China is participating in
humanitarian relief, peacekeeping, search and
rescue and counterpiracy missions. At the same
time, “the lack of transparency around China’s
growing capabilities and its intentions have raised
questions about Chinese investments in the
military and security sphere,” the official said.
This worries planners and strategists in the
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By Walter T. Ham IV
8th U.S. Army Public Affairs
COMMAND POST OSCAR — Eighth (Field) Army is honing
its ability to defend the Republic of Korea from Aug. 16 - 26 during
exercise Ulchi Freedom Guardian, the world’s largest annual command
post exercise.
“The ROK-U.S. Alliance maintains security here in the Republic
of Korea and stability throughout the entire region,” said Maj. Gen.
Michael J. Schweiger, 8th Army Chief of Staff, “and exercises like
UFG keep us ready to deter, and if necessary, defeat any aggression or
provocations against the Republic of Korea.”
Schweiger said 8th Army will train together with its Korean allies and
with U.S. units around the globe during the command post exercise.
“The great prosperity in South Korea was built on the foundation
of security provided by generations of warriors who have served on
freedom’s frontier,” said Schweiger. “We welcome the opportunity to
once again train together with our allies and to maintain our ability
to fight and win.”
Originally called Ulchi Focus Lens, UFG takes place around the
same time every year, and it is the second of two annual peninsula-
wide exercises.
The exercise is named after Ulchi Mundeok, an early Korean
military leader who repelled an invasion by China’s Sui Dynasty in
the 7th century.
People’s Liberation Army Navy sailors stand at attention during a visit by Chief of Naval Operations
(CNO) Adm. Gary Roughead aboard the People’s Liberation Army Navy type 920 hospital ship
Daishandao (AHH 866) in Qingdao, China. Roughead visited China last year to participate in the
60th anniversary of the founding of the PLA Navy and to foster naval and military relationships
between the two nations and explore areas for enhanced cooperation. — U.S. Navy photo by
Mass Communication 1st Class Tiffini M. Jones
Pentagon. The Chinese have not been open about The Chinese ended the military-to-military
anti-access capabilities they are developing, about dialogue with the United States after the United
cyber attacks, or even about the cost of their States sold $6.4 billion in defensive weapons to
military effort, officials said. Taiwan in accordance with the Taiwan Relations
In March, Chinese army leaders announced Act of 1979. It was the second such halt in
a 7.5 percent increase in the country’s military recent years.
budget to about $78.6 billion. “The [Defense Last year — the year covered by the new
Department] estimate of China’s total military- report — Sino-U.S. military-to-military relations
related spending for 2009 stands at some $150 were good. But the on-again, off-again nature
billion,” the senior defense official said. of China’s engagement with the U.S. military
“The complexity of the regional and global ended the period of civility and progress in the
security environment, as well as the advances in military-to-military relationship.
China’s military capabilities and its expanding The stop-and-go cycle limits the areas the
military operations and mission, call for a stable, two militaries can discuss. Even more troubling
reliable and continuous dialogue between the given China’s increasing military capabilities, this
armed forces of the United States and China to cycle increases the risk that miscommunication
expand practical cooperation where our national and misperception could lead to miscalculation,
interests converge and to discuss candidly those the official said.
areas where we have disagreement,” the senior
defense official said. “Such dialogue is especially — See CHINA, Page 4 —
important, we believe, during periods when there
is friction and turbulence.”
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MP Blotter
The following entries were excerpted
from the military police blotters. These
entries may be incomplete and do not
imply guilt or innocence.

USAG Red Cloud:

Simple Assault; Subject #1 and Subject
#2 were involved in a verbal altercation
which turned physical when Subject #1
pushed and struck Subject #2 in the
mouth with a closed fist. Subject #2 then
retaliated by pushing Subject #1 and
Subject #3 joined in and kicked Subject
#2 in the thigh. Subject #1, Subject #2
and Subject #3 were apprehended by
Korean National Police and transported
to Korean National Police station.
Subject #1, Subject #2 and Subject
#3 were charged with (Inflicting Bodily
Injuries to Other). Subject #1 and
Subject #3 who were SOFA members
were processed and released into MP
custody on CJ Form 2. Subject #1
and Subject #3 were later administered
Portable Breath Test with the results
of 0.074% Blood Alcohol Content and
0.122% Blood Alcohol Content. Subjects
# 1 and # 3 were placed on International
Hold, then processed and released to
their unit.

USAG Yongsan:
Larceny of Private Funds; Unknown
person(s), by unknown means, entered
the quarters of Victim and stole the
Victim’s wallet containing $840.00.
Victim was unsure if the door was
secured. A search for possible subject(s)
and/or witness (es) was unsuccessful.

USAG Yongsan:
Shoplifting; Subject was observed via
Close Circuit TV removing a make-up
compact and leaving the PX without
rendering a proper payment. Subject
was detained and transported to the
PMO. Subject was advised of their legal
rights, which Subject invoked. Subject
was processed and released on their
own recognizance. Estimated Cost of
Loss is $25.50.
USAG Humphreys:
Assault Consummated by a Battery;
Provoking Speech/Gestures; Subject
struck Victim in the face with a closed fist
at. Subject and Victim were transported
to the PMO where they were advised
of their legal rights, which they waived
rendering written sworn statements
attesting to the incident. Subject was
processed and released to their unit.
USAG Humphreys:
Larceny of Private Property; Unknown
person(s), by unknown means, removed
Victim’s white gold diamond bridal set
which was left unsecured and unattended
inside of their bag at Soldier’s Field. A
search of the area conducted by Victim
#1 met with negative results. Victim
rendered a written sworn statement
attesting to the incident. Estimated Cost
of Loss is $2,149.00.
USAG Daegu:
Underage Drinking; Subject was
observed unconscious in an off-post
taxi. Subject was transported to the
PMO. Due to their level of intoxication,
Subject lost consciousness and was then
transported to the Troop Medical Clinic.
There the subjects commander was
contacted and gave authorization for a
Legal Blood Alcohol Test to determine
Subject’s Blood Alcohol Content, with
results pending. A check of Subject’s
ID card also revealed he was under the
legal age to consume alcohol. Subject
was processed and released to their
unit.
This “kissing statue” is in Yeoido Park located in Seoul. The park is divided into four zones; Korean traditional garden, green area, cultural plaza,
and natural ecological forest. Yeouido is also home to the Korean National Assembly and the 63 Building. — Courtesy photo by Dave Palmer
SIGHTS AND SOUNDS: Off–post events and activities
Guemsan Ginseng Festival Korea’s Water Parks Ttukseom is now breaking through the
Guemsan, in Southern Chungcheong- The sweltering heat creeps up on us quickly hangover brought upon it by half a century
do Province, will be holding the 30th here in Korea and there is always a need of breakneck urbanization and industrial
Geumsan Ginseng Festival from Sep. to keep cool. Going to a water park in development, and becoming a place to
3-12 to celebrate the health benefits Korea is one of the most fun things to do enjoy clean water and fresh air.
of Ginseng, a product for which the to cool off in the summer. Of course, things
area is well known. Festivities will take like wave pools that replicate an ocean All Aboard!
place in Guemsan Ginseng Square and of rolling waves; slides with a thrill factor Haerang is a train that’s part hotel, part
along the Ginseng and Medicinal Herb on par with roller coasters; and a wide observatory, part entertainment facility, and
Streets in Geumsan-eup Joongdo-ri, selection of swimming pools await visitors. 100% fun. On the outside, the train is a
and will include a number of programs But something special about Korea’s water striking blue with a gold phoenix emblem;
that will allow guests to experience the parks is that many of them also have hot on the inside, it’s full of clean and modern
whole ginseng process from cultivation spring spas including Jjimjilbang (Korean accommodations and conveniences,
to harvest and trade. Last year, the style sauna), allowing you to relax and ensuring visitors a safe and pleasant
‘Ginseng Medicinal Herb Health House’ recharge after a fun-packed day. travel experience. The luxury train takes
was especially popular among visitors passengers to major tourist destinations
and has since been upgraded and Ttukseom in Korea’s southwest, southeast, and
renamed ‘A House Full of Energy,’ Once a sandy spit on the Hangang River eastern regions as part of a one-night,
where visitors can experience the where Korea’s kings went to fire off two-day or two-night, three-day program.
physical benefits of ginseng through the arrows. Now, the peninsula is home to Train fare is inclusive of all services and
five senses. Scheduled events include the sprawling greenness of Seoul Forest, travel fees. Travelers move from one
a Ginseng Fashion Show, Ginseng one of the city’s most important natural destination to another by train or by bus
Cocktail Show and activities using spaces, which, unbelievably, was designed and visit famous local restaurants to feast
Ddukme, a mallet used when making rice in 2003 and opened only in mid- 2005. Its on regional specialties like hanjeongsik,
cakes and ginseng. Visitors will have the southern, western and northern shores are raw fish, and hanu beef. Haerang’s guest
opportunity to enjoy a variety of activities lined with cycle paths, while the southern rooms range from standard rooms and
such as weighing ginseng with traditional shore doubles as the bank of the Hangang family rooms to deluxe rooms and suites.
scales, peeling ginseng, selecting River and forms one of the key sect ions All passenger rooms are equipped with a
ginseng seeds, making ginseng wine and of the Hangang River Park. Once beloved bed, an individual bathroom, a TV and air
chopping medicinal herbs. by Seoulites as a place to relax and play, conditioning.
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Strong Communities
By Col. William P. Huber
Commander, U.S. Army Garrison Yongsan
There is no doubt about it, Korea is a special
place to live and work. What was once considered a
hardship tour is now fast becoming the tour of choice
for Servicemembers and civilians alike. While we
remain vigilant in our very serious mission to preserve
peace on the Korean Peninsula, we are also committed
to making Korea a home away from home for our
community members. As many of you know, being
thousands of miles away from the United States
does present some challenges – a new language, new
culture and big city life. Luckily, our Korean neighbors
have always been willing to partner with our garrisons
to help.
As many of you have already noticed, many of
our Korean neighbors are thankful that we are here.
Whether a group of youths asks to have their photo
taken with you, or an elderly couple on the subway
offers your child candy, the warmth and generosity
of the Korean people is unmistakable. That is why
Garrison Yongsan has made community outreach an
important part of its daily efforts, bringing Koreans
and Americans together to improve our quality of
life.
As Installation Management Command
Commander Lt. Gen. Rick Lynch mentioned earlier
this month, our neighbors are looking for ways to
show their gratitude for our service. Here in Seoul, we
are partnering with organizations like People to People
International New Seoul Chapter for intercultural
events and traditional Korean entertainment at our
major festivals. We have teamed up with Seoul fire
departments to increase catastrophe response to
ensure that you and your family get the best possible
first responder assistance off and on post. The Korean
National Police assist in protecting our perimeter so
CHINA
“Moreover, we believe that it is in our mutual
interests ... that we have a balanced and reciprocal
dialogue allowing us to build mutual trust,
cooperative capacity, institutional understanding,
and develop common views, all of those things
on our normal checklist, and that there is a real
cost to the absence of military-military relations,”
the official said.
The United States has tried to restart the
contacts. It is now up to China to make the next
move and “demonstrate that it is in their interest
to stay in that relationship and that they desire
to sustain these engagements through periods of
turbulence,” the official said.
In the near term, the Chinese are preparing for
a Taiwan contingency. China also is developing
the capability to attack at long range military
forces operating in the Western Pacific. The
capability still is limited, but it can grow in
numbers and accuracy, the official said.
China has the most active ballistic and cruise
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Col. William P. Huber — U.S. Army photo
you can sleep safely at night. Our Korean neighbors
sponsor newcomers’ tours weekly in Seoul. This is
only a small sample of what our Korean neighbors do
to make our tours better.
I am committed to making your tour in Korea a
safe and rewarding one. Whenever possible, we will
work side by side with our Korean friends to augment
the services we have, and introduce new services they
wish to offer when they are available. I encourage
you to give back to the community, too. Consider
volunteering either on or off-post, participating in
a Good Neighbor program, or participating in the
English Summer Camp by adopting a Korean teen
for a few weeks to learn English. Whatever you decide
to do, I hope you make it your priority to get to know
our Korean friends and find a role in our community.
To learn more and get the latest news in the
Yongsan community, click to www.facebook.com/
youryongsan.
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missile development program in the world. The
Chinese are developing new classes of missiles,
upgrading others and working on countering
ballistic missile defenses.
At sea, China’s navy has the largest force of
principal combatant submarines and amphibious
warfare ships in Asia. China continues to invest
heavily in nuclear-powered submarines and diesel
electric boats. It’s also building an aircraft carrier
and other combatant surface ships.
The Chinese are also developing space
and cyber capabilities, pursuing the ability to
dominate across the spectrum of information in
all its dimensions on modern battle space, the
official said.
“China’s investment in advanced electronic
warfare systems, counterspace weapons and
computer network operations reflect the emphasis
and priority China’s leaders place on building
capability in these areas,” the senior defense
official said.
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New commander takes reins of Iron Brigade

by Sgt. Ryan Elliott
1st HBCT Public Affairs
CASEY GARRISON – After two years of
commanding the 1st Heavy Brigade Combat
Team, 2nd Infantry Division, Col. Thomas
Graves handed over the reins of the ‘Iron’ Brigade
to incoming commander, Col. Ross Davidson Jr.,
during a change of command ceremony held on
the Camp Casey Indianhead Field, Aug. 3.
Prominent Korean and American leadership
along with friends from around the command
gathered to bid Graves farewell and to welcome
Davidson and his wife, Jodi, to the “Iron
Team.”
“If I have been successful in command, it is
only because I owe thousands of great Soldiers
thanks for making this great brigade successful,”
said Graves in his opening remarks to a field of
Iron Warriors.
“The battalion commanders, brigade staff
members, command sergeants major, and
NCOs of this brigade have inspired me with
their diligent leadership and dedication to duty.
When called upon, they have never failed and I
remain forever inspired by their performance,”
Graves went on to say.
“I have many to thank for the blessings
of command; I’ve been overwhelmed by the
support that the Iron Team has received from
the local community and our ROK allies,” he
continued.
Extending a warm welcome to the incoming
commander, Graves said, “Ross and Jodi
Davidson, welcome to Korea and the Iron
Brigade. I know that you will enjoy your tenure in
command; it is truly the best job in the Army.”
Davidson joins the Iron Team from his most
recent assignment as the operations officer of
the 4th Infantry Division out of Fort Carson,
Colo. He is the former squadron commander
of the 1st Squadron, 73rd Cavalry Regiment,
82nd Airborne Division and Task Force Falcon, a
combined arms maneuver task force specializing
in night air assault and follow on search and
attack operations to destroy terrorist networks in
Iraq. He returns to the Republic of Korea after
a 21 year absence, where he previously served
two tours of duty on the Demilitarized Zone, to
include command of Guard Post Collier.
“It is with great humility that I return to
my roots here in the Warrior Division,” said
Davidson. “The Soldiers standing before you,
both Korean and American, represent the
commitment of our respected nations to ensuring
the unbreakable strength of our alliance.”
In his closing remarks Davidson reaffirmed
his commitment to the Iron Brigade and its
mission of deterrence against aggression.
“As I take command of the Iron Brigade I
affirm to my fellow warriors that I will always
place the mission first; I will never accept defeat;
I will never quit; I will never leave a fallen
comrade. I will insure that we remain at the Maj. Gen. Michael Tucker, commander of 2nd Infantry Division, passes the 1st
peak of combat readiness, and should deterrence Heavy Brigade Combat Team colors to the incoming commander Col. Ross
fail, I will lead you in combat with all the skill I Davidson during the brigade’s Change of Command Ceremony held on the
possess to achieve victory over those who would Casey Garrison’s Indianhead Field, Aug. 3. The outgoing commander is Col.
impose tyranny.” Thomas Graves. — U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Ryan Elliott

Dongducheon welcomes Army spouses to Warrior Country

Local community, Casey team up to offer orientation tour
By Pfc. Jin Choi
USAG Red Cloud Public Affairs
DONGDUCHEON – Dongducheon City
and Casey Garrison’s Community Activity
Center officials are working to take the confusion
out of an assignment to this installation in
Warrior Country for new families who arrive
in the area.
Thirty spouses of Warrior Country
Soldiers were given an opportunity to explore
Dongducheon Aug. 10 as part of a cultural
tour billed as “Together With U.S. Army
Soldiers’ Families” – by the city’s Particular
Operation Region Division. It was the first time
Dongducheon and the CAC have teamed up to
offer an orientation tour.
“This tour will help them learn about and
understand Korean culture, food and location
where they live,” said Suk Harper, a volunteer
for Casey Garrison’s America Red Cross and
the CAC.
“I only have been here for two weeks, so
everything around me is new and interesting,”
said Dawn Mcluckie, Army spouse. “I’m eager
to learn about Korean culture today.”
The tour began in Dongducheon City
Hall with an introductory video about the
municipality’s history and landmarks, followed
by a video greeting from Mayor Oh Se-
chang. Afterwards the spouses were presented a
handkerchief and hand mirror souvenirs from the
city and were asked to complete a survey about
how the city could best enhance the mutual
friendship between Koreans and Americans in
the community.
An employee from the Eudeum Mandu Restaurant at Jungang Market in “Although they are American, we consider
Dongducheon helps an Army spouse make traditional Korean mandu from them our citizens, so we hope they enjoy their life
scratch during a city tour . — U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Jim Choi in Korea,” said Jeon Heung-sik, chief of Particular
Operation Region Division of Dongducheon
City government. “We will do our best to help
them out.”
The tour then moved to Lotte Mart. It is
one the biggest and most popular chain discount
stores in Korea and is similar to a super Walmart
in the United States.
“I saw many different styles of food and
products compared to America,” said Sarah
Nicholson, Army spouse. “The most interesting
thing was a hairy crab. I’ve never seen it before.
It was really ugly.”
For lunch, the spouses dined on traditional
Korean food that included a myriad of side
dishes.
“I was shocked there were so many kinds of
foods,” said Laurie Hoffman, Army spouse. “Do
Koreans really have every meal like this? It must
be hard to cook food and clean up all the food
remains, but vegetable side dishes were lovely for
me since I’m a vegetarian.”
The tour also included natural landmarks
such as the Freedom Protection Peace Museum,
Soyo Mountain – the most famous mountain
in northern Gyeonggi Province – and Jungang
Market – a traditional marketplace in the heart
of the city.
Dongducheon and the CAC are planning to
hold additional programs for new arriving U.S.
Soldiers and their families in the future. Among
those being explored are programs such as a
traditional Korean tea ceremony and instruction
in the Janggu – an hourglass-shaped drum used
in traditional Korean music.
There will be a town hall meeting for
members of the Warrior Country community
from 3:30 to 5 p.m., Aug. 26 in the Casey CAC.
Topics include back-to-school information and
Casey Elementary School tour.
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News & Notes Warrior Country Soldiers take morning stroll

Main Gate Lane Closure
The outbound lane at the main gate on
Red Cloud Garrison will be closed from 7
to 9 a.m., Saturday for the Directorate of
Public Works to trim trees that are creating
a driving hazard and interfering with the
power lines.

Road Blocked
The road by building S-270, 522nd
Signal Company Barracks and S-279,
Headquarters, HHSC Special Troops
Battalion on Red Cloud Garrison will be
blocked from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday for
the Directorate of Public Works to replace
water branch lines. For more information,
call 732-7306.

School Registration
Parents with children entering kindergarten
through eighth grade at Casey Elementary
School can drop off registration packets
at the school, bldg. 2400. For more
information, visit the school Web site at
http://www.Casey-es.pac.dodea.edu or call
730-6444.

Town Hall Meeting

There will be a town hall meeting for the
Warrior Country community from 3:30 to Soldiers from combined U.S. Army Garrison Red Cloud are led by Lt. Col. Richard Fromm, Casey Garrison commander,
5 p.m., Thursday in the Casey Garrison during the battalion’s 4-mile run across Casey Garrison July 30. It was the battalion’s first combined run to include Casey
Community Activity Center. Topics include Garrison and Red Cloud Garrison Soldiers. — U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Jin Choi
back-to-school information, a Casey
Elementary School tour, newcomer

End of light near for incandescent bulbs

information and information about important
upcoming community events and service
support programs. Everyone from Casey
Garrison, Red Cloud Garrison and Camps
Castle, Hovey, Jackson and Stanley are
invited to attend.
Women’s Equality Day
The movie, “Iron Jawed Angels” will play
during the lunch and dinner hours Thursday
at the Kilbourne Dining Facility, the Camp
Hovey Community Activity Center and in the
1st Battalion, 72nd Armor Regiment Dining
Facility in commemoration of Women’s
Equality Day. The Golden Globe-winning
movie highlights the history of women’s
suffrage. For more information, call 732-
6814.
Visa and SOFA Stamp
An A-3 Visa and SOFA stamp is required
for all U.S. citizens (except active
duty servicemembers) and most other
country nationals. Visit the nearest Army
Community Service to complete the
necessary forms. When arriving in Korea,
U.S. citizens receive a 90-day tourist Visa
stamp in their passport if they don’t already
have the A-3 Visa. They must be renewed
for civilian employees and family members
when a Soldier or civilian employee extends
their tour of duty in South Korea. For more
information, call ACS at 730-3107, 732-
7779 or 732-5883.
Feedback Matters
Red Cloud Garrison leaders want to know
what you think about the services on
Warrior Country installations. To provide
feedback, complete the online Customer
Service Assessment between Aug. 30
and Sept.26 at www.mymilitaryvoice.org.
Customer feedback has already led to
changes. For information, call 732-6788.
Labor Day Festival
USAG Red Cloud will host a Labor Day
Open Post Festival from 3 p.m. to 1 a.m.,
Sept. 3 at Casey Garrison. For more
information, pick up the August edition of
In the Zone magazine.
By R. Everett Langford
USAG Red Cloud Directorate of Public
Works
RED CLOUD GARRISON – Ever
since Thomas Alva Edison invented them
in 1878, incandescent light bulbs have
been the most common source of lighting
around the world, but as energy efficiency
becomes more important the venerable old
incandescent bulbs will be retired.
They will be phased out in the United
States beginning in January 2012.
In Brazil, they have already
been outlawed. Over
the span of a few years,
almost all incandescent
bulbs will be removed
from sale in the
United States.
The Energy
Independence and
Security Act of 2007
– Public Law 110-
140 – mandates many
changes in how energy
is used. First introduced
in the House, then, after
amendments and negotiation
between the House and Senate,
a revised bill passed both houses
on Dec. 18, 2007, and President
George W. Bush signed it into law
the next day.
A key provision about lighting
standards requires an efficiency
improvement of roughly 25
percent for light bulbs, phased in
from 2012 through 2014. Under the
law, incandescent bulbs that produce 310 –
2600 lumens of light – roughly, light bulbs
of about 40 watts to 150 watts – will be
banned from sale.
Bulbs outside this range are exempt from
the ban, as are appliance bulbs, “rough
service” bulbs, colored lights, industrial
plant lamps and three-way bulbs. The U.S.
Army in Warrior Country is already in
compliance with the law through the use of
fluorescent lighting in most locations.
However, there are environmental
concerns about these newer bulbs. All
fluorescent lamps contain small amounts
of mercury as vapor inside the glass tubing.
Most bulbs contain 3 to 5 milligrams of
mercury. Because mercury is poisonous and
a reproductive hazard, even these
small amounts are a concern
for landfills and waste
incinerators where the
mercury from lamps
may be released and
contribute to air and
water pollution.
Health and
environmental
concerns about
mercury have
prompted many
jurisdictions to require
spent fluorescent lamps
to be properly disposed of
or recycled rather than being
included in the general waste
stream sent to landfills.
The U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency estimated
that if all 270 million fluorescent
lamps sold in 2007 were sent to
landfill sites it would represent
about .13 metric tons, or .1
percent of all U.S. emissions of
mercury, which was about 104 metric
tons that year. In addition, fluorescent light
bulbs contain phosphors which can also be
hazardous.
Special handling instructions for disposal
and breakage aren’t printed on the packaging
of most household bulbs. The USEPA
recommends that, in the absence of local
guidelines, fluorescent bulbs be double-
bagged in plastic before disposal because
the amount of mercury released by just one
bulb can temporarily exceed U.S. federal
guidelines for chronic airborne exposure.
A 2008 study conducted by the state
of Maine Department of Environmental
Protection noted that it is unclear what the
health risks are from short-term exposure to
low levels of elemental mercury.
The Maine DEP study confirmed that,
despite following USEPA best-practice
clean-up guidelines for broken bulbs,
researchers were unable to remove mercury
from carpet, and agitation of the carpet –
such as by young children playing – created
spikes as high as 25,000 nanograms per
cubic meter in air close to the carpet even
weeks after the initial breakage.
Recent developments have led to the
manufacture of a machine that reduces the
risks from fluorescent light bulbs and the
U.S. Army Garrison has the fluorescent
lamp crusher that is being operated by a
hazardous waste contractor.
The machine is hand fed spent light bulbs
which are sucked into the machine where a
spinning steel wheel crushes them into tiny
fragments and a filter absorbs the mercury.
The glass fragments and filters are then
collected and removed by hazardous waste
companies which then recycle the glass and
properly dispose of the filters.
For your part, do not throw away
fluorescent light bulbs in the general trash.
If they are broken, carefully place them in
a double plastic bag – ensuring no tears in
the plastic – and take them to the hazardous
waste collection point where they can be
processed by the contractor. Call 730-4168
to find out about the nearest hazardous
waste collection point in Warrior Country.
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Sports director offers tips for running performance

By Randy Behr
USAG Red Cloud Sports, Fitness and
Aquatics
RED CLOUD GARRISON – Fall is
approaching, which means the weather will
get a little cooler and more people will be
running outside. Here are a few tips easy to
implement:
First, make sure you get an adequate
warm-up. Not a stretch, which is static.
Second, engage in a 3 to 5 minute walk,
elliptical or bicycle – a light activity before
beginning your run. This will elevate your
core temperature before beginning the next
phase.
The warm-up should be functional and
dynamic in nature. What does this mean?
It means perform activities your body would
do within the course of a normal work day
such as twisting, moving or bending. It
also means movements that require multiple
joints and muscles. Examples, of these
activities include Soldier walks, A skips,
B skips, pawing and shuffling to walking
lunges.
Don’t just leave your house or office and
go run. This is not efficient and it’s unsafe.
Warming up using dynamic movements
doesn’t only decrease the chance of injury,
but research shows it actually improves
performance. A couple of ways it does this is
it provides a muscle memory for the activity
that one is participating in. This is very
important when performing any activity. It
also allows the body to provide oxygen to
the body and muscles.
Did you ever wonder why when you
begin your run the first 10 to 30 seconds
seems so difficult? Almost as if you are
tired already? What one experiences is
the first energy source being utilized is the
phosphagen system – the non-oxygen phase.
This feeling doesn’t last very long so there
is no need to worry. Rather, keep it in the
back of your mind as a reminder not to start
off too quickly.
Now we are ready to begin running.
I caution the beginner, intermediate or
advanced runner to not run too quickly as
you will deplete your energy system. Once
the energy system is depleted it will take
some time to replenish and certainly not
before the race or run is complete.
Stand tall, shoulders back and down,
chest out, chin up focused on a point in
the distance with a slight forward lean that
is almost unnoticeable.
Your hands should be relaxed, not
clenched or in a Spiderman position, but
rather where they look like you are holding
a tea cup with your first finger and thumb
touching gently. Next, the arms should be
locked in at 90 degrees and should remain
very close to this position throughout the
movement. Don’t use dolphin flips. The
movement should consist of front arm
thumb going to chin level and back arm
going to glute and alternating on every
swing.
Once you have this done you should
focus on gaining a rhythm where you feel
comfortable. Basically, get into your zone.
One way to get into your zone is to use
tempo. Many runners count to themselves
in an upbeat pace of repeating one-two,
one-two over and over until it becomes
repetitive. The arms and legs should move
at the same speed.
As far as breathing techniques, different
distances and types of runs (incline/decline)
involve different breathing techniques
through the nose and out through the
mouth.
If one encounters an incline in terrain
or head wind drop the chin slightly toward
your chest and the surface area will decrease.
This will lessen your drag, decrease your
resistance and improve your speed.
Another trick for inclines or hills is
to shorten your stride. Make your strides
shorter and quicker in pace. Don’t try to
lengthen or power through or you will drain
your energy and tire out your leg muscles.
Keep these tips in mind and notice the
improvement.
Quick Tips
1. Get an adequate warm-up. Avoid a
static stretch.
2. Prior to dynamic warm ups, engage
in a 3 to 5 minute walk, elliptical or
bicycle activity.
3. Don’t run too quickly and deplete
your energy.
4. While running stand tall, shoulders
back and down, chest out and chin
up. Hands should be relaxed and not
clenched.
5. Focus on gaining a comfortable
rhythm.
6. There are different breathing
techniques for inclines and declines.
Generally, breath in through the nose
and out through the mouth.
7. On an incline or head wind, drop your
chin slightly toward your chest. Make
your strides shorter and quicker.
8. Last but not least, stay hydrated!
Editor’s note: Randy Behr has 30 years
of experience in sports and fitness from
teaching, coaching and participating. He
holds a Master of Arts in physical education
and is a member of the National Strength
and Conditioning Association and other
organizations. He also has been involved
with the NFL, USA Track and Field,
NJCAA, USOC and the Olympic Training
Center. For more information, contact him
at 732-6276 or via e-mail at randy.behr@
korea.army.mil.
Warrior Country sports director Randy
Behr demonstrates proper A skips. —
U.S. Army photo by Robert Haynes

Rookies earn All-Army men’s softball tryout

Warriors catcher Brandon Sonnenburg will attend the All-Army
men’s softball tryout at Fort Benning, Ga. later this month. —
Photo by Jeffrey Rivers
By Kevin Jackson
USAG Red Cloud Public Affairs
CASEY GARRISON – Two Soldiers from Casey Garrison
have been invited to participate in the All-Army men’s softball
tryout from Aug. 25 to Sept. 17 at Fort Benning, Ga.
Powerhitting catcher Brandon Sonnenburg, Charlie
Battery, 6th Battalion, 37th Field Artillery Regiment, and
outfielder Robert Mitcham, Headquarters and Headquarters
Company, Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 1st
Battalion, 72nd Armor Regiment, are vying for spots on the
roster. It is the teammates’ first invitation to try out for the
All-Army squad.
Sonnenburg led his Charlie Battery intramural level
team that finished fourth in the 8th Army Men’s Softball
Championship in batting average and home runs this past
season.
The 32-year-old, Des Moines, Iowa native also played for
the Casey Garrison post team during the 2005 and 2006 and
the Warrior Country team this past season.
He’s eager to test his skills against the other All-Army
candidates.
“I can’t wait to see if I have what it takes to be on the All-
Army team,” he said via e-mail about the invitation.
Robert Hochmuth, who has coached the Casey Garrison
and combined Warrior Country teams for the past 18 years
likes his players’ chances to make the team.
“Sonnenburg has been a great player with exceptional
power,” Hochmuth said. “For a big man – he goes about 250
– he has exceptional speed but his biggest asset is his power.
He hustles on every play. Both guys put a lot of pressure on
the defense.”
This was Mitcham’s first season of organized slow-ptich
softball. The 26-year-old Ludowici, Ga. native, played two
years of baseball for Alabama Southern Community College
in Monroeville, Ala., where he was a catcher.
“I feel good about [the tryout],” Mitcham said. “I’m young
and in decent shape. I feel very comfortable in the outfield.
I’m not as comfortable on offense.”
While Mitcham may be less confident at the plate,
Hochmuth praised his prowess as a hitter.
“[Mitcham is] an exceptional hitter with a lot of power
and speed,” said Hochmuth. “His nickname on the post
team is 50 cal – like a machine gun – because of the power
of his arm.”
Dann Rogers from Daegu is the only other player from
South Korea selected to participate in the tryout.
The three players from South Korea will compete against
22 others for spots on the All-Army team, which will play
in the All-Armed Forces Softball Tournament at Naval Air
Station Pensacola, Fla., Sept. 18-24.
The best players from the All-Armed Forces Softball
Tournament will play in the Amateur Softball Association
tournament in Oklahoma City, Sept. 30 to Oct. 4.
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Yongsan isn’t playing around with safety

By Spc. Rick Canfield
USAG Yongsan Public Affairs

YONGSAN GARRISON — Hanging upside down on monkey

bars and getting blisters on our hands while others were climbing
through concrete pipes is how some remember a playground
to be. Not anymore! The Department of Defense Education
Activity has put in a half million dollar playground at the Seoul
American Elementary School. Tube slides, rope bridges, ladders,
tunnel systems, fireman poles and more.
“I absolutely think the new playground is wonderful. I have
seen playgrounds this big and they are like a wonderland for
kids. This is a gift to the post and it’s a gift to our children,”
said Dr. Cathy Yurica, Principal, Seoul American Elementary
School. “These playgrounds are built for age specific children
and safety is our number one concern, adequate precautions are
being taken so that no child can slip through at this height.”
Looking out the window from the front office of the school,
the playground resembled a castle. Places where kids can climb
up inside and take a look at the world from a different view.
“At this height it kind of makes it exciting and thrilling,” said
Dr. Yurica.
Mike Evans, Yongsan Garrison Safety Manager demonstrated
how the playground would be thoroughly tested before any
students are allowed to play on the structures. Evans simulated
a child’s torso and head using a tool that allowed him to check
for openings that may be too big and cause choking or falling
hazards.
“As a Garrison, we are going to make sure that all our
playgrounds are safe for our children here at Yongsan,” said
Evans. “The playground was built to the exacting standards Got Playground? Seoul American Elementary School does. DoDEA installed a half million dollar playground just in time for the new school
of the American Society for Testing and Materials. There were year. Built big, built safe and just in time! — U.S. Army photo by Spc. Rick Canfield
no areas absent of protective barriers more than five feet and
Commander Col. Bill Huber. “That means looking out for playground to please keep the school yard clean and safe for
our surfacing materials are certified for a critical height of six
family and friends, planning ahead, and developing situational everyone.
feet.”
awareness. That is something we can all accomplish.” School starts August 30. For more information about Seoul
“At Garrison Yongsan, we put safety first,” said Garrison
Dr. Yurica encourages everyone in Yongsan that use the American Elementary School, call 736-4613/5978.

USA pro racquetball players conduct free clinic and demonstration

By Pvt. Hong Moo-sun
USAG Yongsan Public Affairs

YONGSAN GARRISON — USA professional racquetball

players Tim Doyle and Chris Crowther conducted a free clinic
and demonstration at Collier Field House August 4 with nearly a
dozen U.S. Army Garrison Yongsan community members packing
the racquetball court to attend their class.
Doyle and Crowther were in town for the World Racquetball
Championships being held in Korea. They came over to train
the Korean National team and also promote racquetball around
Korea. One of their stops was USAG Yongsan to help develop
passion for racquetball.
Doyle played racquetball for 30 plus years, 20 years as a
professional. He works full time for E-Force Racquetball now,
travelling through the U.S., Central, South America, and Asia
promoting and developing racquetball. Crowther does all the sales
for E-Force Racquetball and also competes on the professional
racquetball tour. He is ranked five in the world right now.
Doyle gave the class about some basics, concentrating on
explaining why and how. He covered topics such as grip, warm-up,
position, and serve. Community members actively engaged in the
class by asking questions they had as they played racquetball.
Following the class, community members had the chance to use
what they learned by playing a game with Crowther. Crowther
offered constructive criticism tailored for each Community
Member to improve their game, after volleying back and forth
with them.
“The class was very informational. Anytime that you can attend USA pro racquetball players conduct a free clinic and demonstration to USAG Yongsan community members at Collier Field House
a class just to learn the basics is really good, because it doesn’t August 4. — U.S. Army photo by Pvt. Hong Moo-sun
matter how long you’ve been playing,” said Internal Relations
Officer Timothy Spann, United States Forces Korea Status of all around the Korea. We don’t have a whole lot of people and I was very fortunate to be able to come out to the base and help
Forces Agreement Secretariat, who is also the president of USA sometimes it is difficult to get people to play because of time. We Soldiers with the game. We appreciate the opportunity to be here,
Rokers. “Crowther was here two years ago to participate in the are open to anybody. All you have to do is go on facebook and develop racquetball, and interact with the military, said Doyle.
Korean Championships. It is good to see him again.” find USA Rokers. We will connect you. Come out and play with World Racquetball Championships will be held at Sudo Electric
USA Rokers is a Korea wide racquetball club. We have players us, he added. Technical High School, Seoul from August 13 to 21.
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News & Notes
8th Army IA Training Workshop
8th Army IA Training Workshop will be held
to provide 8th Army and USFK IA personnel
informational briefings and to provide
training on IA technical and management
requirements within the theater Sep. 14-16
from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. at Main Post Club.
For more information, call 723-2948 or email
8tharmyg6ia@korea.army.mil.
Be a member of the US Ski Patrol – Asia
If you enjoy snow skiing, caring for others
and having fun, then the Ski Patrol is for you.
Join us for our Candidate Orientation session
Sep. 15 at 6:30pm in the 1st Replacement
Center’s Training Room (next to Harvey’s)
on Yongsan. Candidate Schedule begins
Sep. 28 from 1830-2100 hrs on Tuesday &
Thursdays thru December, when we hit the
ski slopes for On-The-Hill Training. See you
on the 15th. Visit www.usskipatrolasia.com
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for more info.
Walker Center Reservations
Reservations are required to stay at the
Walker Center. Please email walkercenter@
korea.army.mil for the required reservation
form.
Become a Facebook Fan
The American Red Cross at USAG Yongsan
now has its own Facebook page. Become a
fan today and learn about upcoming events,
find volunteer opportunities, view photos, and
post your own comments. Just search for
“American Red Cross USAG Yongsan”.
Healthcare Advisory Council
Please join us the 3rd Wednesday of every
month to discuss how we can improve health
care. The meeting is held at Brian Allgood
Army Community Hospital Command
Conference Room. For information, call
737-3045.
Bowling Laser Light Show
The show is on Friday, 9:30 p.m. - midnight
and Saturday, 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. with live DJ on
Saturday at Yongsan Lanes. For information,
call 723-7830.
Free Spinning Bike Classes
The classes are on Tuesday-Thursday, 6 a.m.
and Monday-Thursday, 5:15 p.m. at Collier
Field House. For information, call 738-8608.
Free Yoga Classes
The classes are on Tuesday and Thursday -
8:30 a.m., 5:15 p.m. at Collier Field House/
Hannam Gym, Saturday - 9 a.m. at Collier
Field House, and Monday and Wednesday -
6 p.m. at Hannam Gym. For information, call
736-4588.
Free Pilate Classes
The classes are on every Monday,
Wednesday and Friday at 9:30 a.m. at Trent
Gym. For information, call 724-8466.
Club Beyond
Club Beyond meets every Tuesday night
from 6:30-8 p.m. in the South Post Chapel.
The club is for students in 6th-12th grade. For
information, call 010-5797-0631.
Tricare Online
Beneficiaries living in Korea should verify their
enrollment in TRICARE Overseas Program
Prime. Log onto www.tricareonline.com. For
information, call 736-7236.
For a complete list of community
information news and notes, visit the
USAG Yongsan Facebook page at
http://www.facebook.com/youryongsan
USAG YONGSAN THE MORNING CALM
Exercise named for Korean hero
By Choi Keun-woo
USAG Yongsan Public Affairs
YONGSAN GARRISON — With Ulchi
Freedom Guardian 2010 exercise in full
swing, few people may know what the ‘U’ in
UFG stands for. This may be understandable,
given that there are many abbreviations used
frequently in the community. And so in a
way, one may use the term ‘UFG’ without
giving it much thought.
But Ulchi is a term steeped in Korean
history.
Ulchi Mundeok was the name of Korea’s
ancient Goguryeo kingdom commander-
in-chief who fought the emperor of the Sui
dynasty of China, Yangdi, when in 612 he
sent 1,303,800 men to conquer the Korean
people. Yangdi was expecting a swift sweep
of Goguryeo’s fortresses. General Ulchi Mundeok, from whose name derives the title “Ulchi Freedom Guardian,” is a well respected
The war, however, did not unfold quite as Korean general who defended his country against overwhelming forces. — Courtesy Illustration
Yangdi had planned. Ulchi Mundeok had
concentrated all of his Manchurian forces intimidated by the large Sui army but he faced the Chungchon River, which appeared
behind the fortresses of Liao River where could see that the state of the Sui infantry to be uncharacteristically shallow. And
his Soldiers and citizens put up a fierce fight. was hopeless; they were tired and short what caused the drop in water level? Ulchi
He had trained his men well and Yangdi’s on supplies. Already in the mind of Ulchi Mundeok had built a dam in the upper
million men simply could not breach the Mundeok, he was formulating a strategy to river which had blocked the natural flow
walls of the many fortresses. The war reached annihilate the Sui. of water. Fooled, Wu ordered his troops
a stalemate. Ulchi Mundeok returned to his base to cross the river and when they were half
Frustrated by the embarrassing turn of and sent a letter to Gen. Wu advising him way across, Ulchi Mundeok broke the
events, Yangdi formed a contingent army to leave the Korean peninsula. When he dam. All of the sudden, the shallow waters
of 350,000 men, headed by Gen. Wu refused and resumed the campaign, Ulchi of Chungchon turned into a torrent of
Jung-mu, to bypass the fortresses and head Mundeok retreated seven times in order ferocious whitewater. Of the 350,000 men
straight to Pyongyang (now in present day to lure his enemy deep inside Goguryeo that had come to sack Pyongyang, only
North Korea). territory. Wu took the bait and advanced 2,700 survived and made it back to China,
Ulchi Mundeok responded artfully. to within five miles of Pyongyang when according to historical records.
He rode to the Chinese Sui camp alone, he realized that the supply lines had been Today, Ulchi Mundeok is still very well
appearing to deliver his intent to surrender, stretched too far. The futility of continuing respected among Koreans as a general
but it was actually a ploy to assess the the campaign was obvious and he ordered who served his country selflessly. In facing
strength of Sui’s contingent army moving his troops to turn back.
down to Pyongyang. He pretended to be On their way back, Wu’s contingent army — See ULCHI, Page 12 —
Seoul American Elementary School back to school BBQ
By Sgt. Opal Vaughn
USAG Yongsan Public Affairs
YONGSAN GARRISON — Parents and
students lined up at the doors of Seoul
American Elementary School cafeteria for
a back to school barbeque Aug 13.
“Garrison Yongsan and the Installation
Management Community supports all
Soldiers, Families and Army Civilians with
quality programs and safe communities
that meet their needs,” said Garrison
Commander Col. Bill Huber. “We are
keeping our promise to make Yongsan
a place where community members can
thrive.”
Hot dogs, hamburgers, fresh sushi, chips,
cookies and lots of juice boxes were available
at no cost to families new to the Garrison
with children who will attend SAES this fall, Seoul American Elementary School volunteers grill up hot dogs and hamburgers at no cost to Garrison
starting Aug 30. families with students who will be attending Seoul American Elementary School during SAES back to
“This is for the new students to see school barbeque Aug 13. — U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Opal Vaughn
what activities are available here and in
the community and it kind of orientates we care about them.” (American Forces’ Spouses’ Club) and AWC
them about the grounds of the school,” The idea behind the BBQ was to introduce (American Women’s Club), which will
said Rebecca Hayes, Vice President SAES families to what is available to their young give them a break while the children are at
student, as well as what is available to the school,” smiled Hayes. “There’s also Child
PTO. “They will come back and meet their
teachers at the end of the month when they stay-at-home mom or dad while their and Youth Services here, Red Cross is here
get their class lists. This way they will have student is at school. and then we have some activities where the
time to do a one-on-one but for now, this “They can find out about Cub Scouts, kids are decorating dolphins to decorate the
is just kind of a way to try to get them in Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts. For moms new principal’s office.”
and to let them know that we are here and and dads they can find out about AFSC
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Possible Job Coaching teen sports is always a win

Opportunity
By Cpl. Kim Hyung-joon
USAG Yongsan Public Affairs

Taking into consideration your qualifications, which job on

post would you or your spouse be perfect for, and why? Find
out what more than 3,700 Yongsan community members
are talking about by becoming a USAG Yongsan Facebook
Fan at facebook.com/youryongsan! (Comments are kept in
their original form)

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Facebook Fan

FMWR Marketing! I have a Business Admin degree

with concentrations in Insurance & Risk manage-
ment, management, and marketing and a minor in
marketing. I worked for MWR at Ft. Drum, and Ft.
Riley and loved every minute of being able to give
back to the Soldiers and their families. Being able to
bring smiles to the faces of the people around you Players and coaches from the “Bulls” team pose after the moment of final victory of the season over the “Spurs” August 5. — U.S.
just by offering programs to improve every day life. Army photo by Spc. Rick Canfield

Stacey By Spc. Rick Canfield
USAG Yongsan Public Affairs
Markham-Davis
YONGSAN GARRISON — Coaching a co-ed teen
Facebook Fan basketball team is not about winning. “Coaching is an
experience, not only do you teach them about basketball, but
how to be good sportsmen and how to have teamwork,” said
Staff Sgt. Shavonda Douglas, Garrison Chemical, Biological,
Elementary Teacher! I waited nearly 8 months to get the Radiological and Nuclear NCO. “It’s not always about
job I have a degree in! I know it is hard for very qualified winning; the most important thing is having fun and working
spouses to find employment, but don’t give up hope! with your team. It doesn’t matter if you win or lose, don’t let
that be the standard for what you always look for.”
Coach Douglas was proud of her team the “Spurs” and the
Kory Sato
Facebook Fan
Waterwheel sets an example of Korean beauty
way they played, despite the score board loss. She could not
say enough good things about the Child, Youth and School
Services. “Get your kids out there and sign them up in CYS
Youth Services and it also gives parents a chance to meet
other parents, this is a great community event.”
“Garrison Yongsan and the Installation Management
Community supports all Soldiers, Families and Army
Civilians with quality programs and safe communities that
meet their needs,” said Garrison Commander Col. Bill
Huber. “We are keeping our promise to make Yongsan a
place where community members can thrive.”
— See SPORTS, Page 12 —

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leading staff, and training. I love to help people see
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I ended my 15 year career with a fortune 500 com-

pany to relocate to Korea. I would take any job in
Human Resources. I have my Business School in
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CYSS provider profile:
Miok Brady
USAG Yongsan Parent Central Enrollment Registration Office Clerk Miok Brady works at the Army
Community Services building Aug 6. — U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Choe Yong-joon
By Pfc. Choe Yong-joon
USAG Yongsan Public Affairs
YONGSAN GARRISON — Child, Youth
and School Services recognized Miok Brady,
Parent Central Enrollment Registration
Office Clerk, as top employee of the week
thanks to her great eagerness and sincere
dedication to service throughout her 17-year
career at CYSS.
Parent and Outreach Services Director
Melody Francis praised Brady for her
professionalism and vast amount of “on-the-
job” knowledge.
“Ms. Brady has a lot of information. She
serves as an information source here at Parent
Central Office, as well as our customer liaison
with the community. With her consistent
hospitable customer service and knowledge
base, she has many repeat customers who
come back specifically to her.”
ULCHI
such a strong opponent as the Sui army, a
virtual super power in its day, he maintained
composure, united his soldiers, and defeated
his enemy.
So now you know, if not briefly, the
significance of the term ‘Ulchi’ in the present
SPORTS
Watching the teens running back and forth
down the court from hoop to hoop it was
one big blur of red and black uniforms. One
player wearing pink stood out. Katelyn,
daughter of Sgt. 1st Class Jose Soriano
explained why she wore pink shoes for the
game. “I am wearing them because my
mom’s best friend has cancer and I want to
create Cancer Awareness.”
Her team the “Bulls” had just won the final
game of the season and stood undefeated
USAG YONGSAN THE MORNING CALM
“Since 1993, the reason why I have worked
as a CYSS provider is because I am fond of
taking care of children and their parents as
well,” said Miok Brady. “Year after year, the
biggest thing I learned is how I can provide
people service as fast as I can and get to know
what they need.”
I feel my job is most rewarding when I
looked after babies for single parents or dual
military personnel who have less time to
spend with their children, and when they
come back to Korea and try to find help
directly from me again, Brady added.
“Garrison Yongsan’s workforce has helped
make this a Community of Excellence three
years in a row,” said Garrison Commander
Col Bill Huber. “Their dedication and
commitment to excellence makes a positive
impact every day.”
For more information, contact CYSS at
738-2311.
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military exercise title “Ulchi Freedom
Guardian.” It is a term which may lack a
clear definition for those unfamiliar with
Korean history, but still embodies a rich
history of bravery, loyalty, and selfless
service.
from Page 11
through it all. Never once did she mention
the victory over the “Spurs” or how badly
they lost. All she talked about was her
father who was her coach and how proud
she was to wear the pink shoes for a cause.
Apparently, Soriano must be teaching his
team and daughter the same values that
Douglas is teaching her team and daughter -
that what really matters isn’t the score board,
it’s the content of your character.
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AUGUST 20, 2010
AFN, reasons to stay up late
RIVERSIDE, Ca. — Three hours of the
most critically acclaimed, talked about and
watched premium cable TV programming
began airing Saturdays and Sundays at
11 p.m. (CET and Japan/Korea time) as
AFN|spectrum LateNight kicked off on Aug.
7. Saturdays will highlight drama at its finest
including True Blood, Treme and Big Love.
Sunday’s focus will be on mature comedies,
like Curb Your Enthusiasm, Entourage, and
Hung.
All of this programming is rated TV-MA
(for mature audiences) and airs in this special
late night time period just as it does in the
USA: uncut and unedited.
According to Jeff White, Executive
Director of the AFN Broadcast Center,
AFN|spectr um LateNight marks a
milestone for the network. “The launch
of AFN|spectrum LateNight gives us the
opportunity to offer mature AFN viewers
access to many of the same premium cable
TV series available to millions of people
stateside,” said White.
T h e d e c i s i o n t o b r i n g T V- M A
programming into the late-night lineup came
after several successful trial runs. According to
Larry Marotta, AFN Director of Television,
“We’ve presented other programs like The
Pacific and Men of a Certain Age, unedited
during the late-night hours and viewers have
accepted this as a time where we can give
them edgier, more mature programs.”
White emphasized that AFN|spectrum’s
LateNight weekend lineup isn’t designed for
kids. “Because these programs are edgier and
feature adult-oriented themes, they’ll air in
NEWS
time slots when the younger set should be
asleep,” said White.
The change also allows AFN to offer its
audience even more top-rated programming.
“We recognize that our viewers come from all
areas of the USA and have varying tastes in
television programming,” says AFN’s Chief of
Entertainment Program Planning, Karreem
Lowe. “With AFN|spectrum LateNight we
broaden the programming landscape and
offer troops and their adult family members
award winning premium tier television,
including HBO’s True Blood and Entourage,
which between them have been nominated
or received more than fifty industry awards,”
said Lowe.
White agrees, “Series like True Blood,
Entourage, and Big Love represent some of
the most critically acclaimed programming
on television today; we’re confident that
AFN|spectrum LateNight will be a huge hit
with our viewers.”
AFN plans to air all available episodes of
these shows in the order they originally aired
on premium cable. In the coming weeks, the
network also plans to premiere more stateside
cable shows on AFN|spectrum LateNight,
including Showtime’s Emmy nominated
Nurse Jackie and unedited versions of
Dexter.
And, says Larry Marotta, “AFN provides
viewers with a representative sample of
American television. With AFN|spectrum
LateNight, the sample just got a good deal
bigger,” and, as a result, we hope more viewers
will be watching AFN, and thereby also
seeing more of our command information.
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Denial of service attacks
On the Internet, hackers will “flood” a can consume your quota, preventing you from
network server or an Information Service receiving legitimate messages.
Provider network with tons of information Unfortunately, there are no effective ways
or requests. This inaccessibility to Internet to prevent being the victim of a DoS attack,
information is generally referred to as a Denial but there are steps you can take to reduce the
of Service or Distributed Denial of likelihood that you could become
Service attack. a victim. Install and maintain anti-
The server can only process virus software for more information.
a certain number of requests at Install a firewall, and configure it
once, so if an attacker overloads the to restrict traffic coming into and
server with requests, it can’t process leaving your computer.
your request. This is “denial of Follow good security practices
service” because you can’t access that for distributing your e-mail address
site. Attackers can use spam email (Applying e-mail filters may help
messages to launch similar attacks you manage unwanted traffic). If
on your e-mail account. you notice that you cannot access your own files
Whether you have an e-mail account supplied or reach any external web sites from your work
by your employer or a commercial provider, you computer, this may indicate that your computer
are assigned a specific quota, which limits the or your organization’s network is being attacked,
amount of data you can have in your account contact your network administrators or your
at any given time. By sending many, or large, ISP. They might be able to advise you of an
e-mail messages to the account, an attacker appropriate course of action.
Be a member of the US Ski Patrol Asia
If you enjoy snow skiing, caring for others and having fun, then the Ski Patrol
is for you.
Join us for our Candidate Orientation session Sept. 15 at 6:30 p.m. in the 1st
Replacement Center’s Training Room (next to Harvey’s) on Yongsan Garrison.
Candidate Schedule begins Sept. 28 from 6:30-9 p.m. on Tuesday & Thursday
through Dec., when we hit the ski slopes for On-The-Hill Training.
Visit www.usskipatrolasia.com for more information.
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New Parent Support Program, parenting challenges and demands
By Rob McIlvaine
FMWRC Public Affairs
ALEXANDRIA, Va — The New Parent
Support Program addresses the many concerns
and challenges that military Families with
children, ages 0 to 3, face during early childhood
with an emphasis on Family strengths.
“The program is offered to military Families
to enhance parent and infant attachment,
increase knowledge of child development, and
provide connections to the support services that
allow parents to become nurturing and capable
caregivers,” NPSP Program Manager Rich Lopez
said. my husband deployed,” Karinna said.
By integrating prevention education services
and activities, NPSP involves both parents, if
possible, and supports the Family’s adaptation
to military life by enhancing knowledge and
skills needed to promote healthy Family
interaction, form healthy relationships, provide
safe and nurturing environments for children,
and enhance formal and informal support
networks.
“While NPSP’s primary focus is child
advocacy and maltreatment prevention through
parenting education and support, NPSP helps all
Families with young children by providing the
skills necessary to promote healthy parenting,”
Lopez said. visitor, took me aside after the class and told
The NPSP services are provided by
experienced, licensed clinical social workers and
registered nurses who have extensive experience
working with Families with young children and
who are sensitive to the unique challenges facing
military Families.
According to Dr. Lori Worley, NPSP &
Military Child/Family Issues Program Manager.,
one mom’s life was saved through the interaction
with her home visitor who noticed something
was wrong with the pregnancy of one of the
AAFES to reward military pets with
$1,500 in shopping sprees and prizes
AAFES Public Affairs
DALLAS — The Army & Air Force Exchange
Service is “throwing a bone” to military pets and
their owners in the “Patriot Pet Just Say ‘Treat’”
photo contest.
From Aug. 1 through Sept. 30, authorized
exchange shoppers can submit a photo of their
pet along with a short description of their four-
legged friend.
“Based on the success of our last pet photo
contest, with more than 800 entries received,
it’s apparent that pets play a huge role in the
lives of military families,” said AAFES’ Senior
Enlisted Advisor Chief Jeffry Helm. “I expect
this competition to be even more ‘dog eat dog’
than the last.”
Submissions will be judged on creativity,
uniqueness, quality and effectiveness in conveying
the loyalty and companionship of pets belonging
to military members.
The grand prize winner will “fetch” a $1,000
AAFES shopping spree. Additional prizes include
a $500 shopping spree for first place and eight
runners up will receive either an aquarium, pet
Taken the Patriot Express?
Then please take the time to assist the Patriot Express Team in providing the best possible
customer service by completing a survey. Log into the following website;
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/Patriot-Express
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Cpl. Gretchen M. Sweeney (on the right) and NPSP home visitor Elaine Sexton, RN, at Fort Lee,
Va., both enjoy a moment with Emily, born on June 5. Emily was born six weeks premature. –
Photo by Anne Hwang, NPSP home visitor
mothers in a class she was teaching.
“About two months ago, I was participating
in a group of classes called “Mommy and Daddy
Boot Camp” with my husband, Sgt. Sean
Sweeney at Fort Lee, Va. One morning before the
next class was to begin, I woke up more swollen
than normal. Elaine Sexton, RN, and our home
me to call my doctor to schedule an emergency
appointment since I was showing signs of
preeclampsia,” Cpl. Gretchen M. Sweeney said.
Preeclampsia is a condition of pregnancy
marked by high blood pressure and excess
protein in the urine after 20 weeks of pregnancy.
Left untreated, it can lead to serious, even fatal,
complications for both mom and baby. One of
the signs, although not conclusive, is swelling in
the face and hands.
“My doctor diagnosed me with preeclampsia
bed, pet’s view eye cam, pet gate or a portable
pet crate.
To participate in the Patriot Pet contest,
military shoppers can send entries to
PatriotFamily@aafes.com with “Patriot Family
Pet” in the subject line. Entries must include
name, address, phone number, rank/occupation
and pet’s information (name, breed or type of pet)
as well as a brief description. Additional details
are available at www.aafes.com
and told me if I hadn’t gotten to him my baby
and I would have both been in danger. Since
then, Miss Sexton has been very attentive, often
calling to check up on me and has even visited
on numerous occasions to make sure everything
is okay,” Sweeney said.
Spc. James Clark and his wife Kristie at Fort
Campbell, Ky. joined the program because they
had concerns about their son’s medical issues.
“Our son Hunter has umbilicus hernia and
colic and had been crying all the time, plus I
had symptoms of post-partum depression,”
Kristie said.
“Our home visitor, Mary Vozar from NPSP,
was great. She was able to answer all our
questions, and what she couldn’t answer, she was
able to point us in the right direction to get those
answers,” she said.
Sgt. David Brown and his wife, Karinna,
Blogger shares back-to-school tips
By Elaine Wilson
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON — After two months of
summer vacation, the natives are restless. My kids
have been at home at close quarters for weeks at
a time now and the tension is mounting.
It started out innocently enough. Back in
June, my six and eight-year-old were thrilled
to toss off their school shackles and dive right
into summer fun. They swam for hours, visited
amusement parks, built sand castles on the beach
and sweated gallons during outdoor play.
While at first they were best buds, over time
the sibling quarrels began to escalate along with
the temperature. I’ve come to realize there really
is such a thing as too much together time.
While my children won’t admit it out loud,
I think we all are secretly looking forward to
the first day of school. They may grumble and
moan about it, but I know when that first day of
school arrives, they’ll head off excitedly to meet
their friends with new backpacks and school
supplies in tow.
Since that time is almost at hand sooner than
later for some – I wanted to share some helpful
back-to-school tips I found on the Great Schools
website.
• For pain-free adjustments, start school-
time preparations early. For example,
A few weeks before school starts, move
bedtime back to an earlier time.
• Put a positive spin on going back to
school. Talk about the fun things your
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stationed at Fort Bragg, N.C, have known their
home visitor Diana McNamara for 33 months.
“We heard about the New Parent Support
Program while attending the infant care and
parenting classes. At the time I was feeling
overwhelmed and a little depressed. Diana is
always bringing a lot of good information to me
at my home,” Karinna said.
Diana, Karinna said, always knows what’s
needed when she visits and is very “on-target”
with helping.
“It’s made things easier by having her come to
visit and helping me through some difficult times
like when my brother died last year, and when
“She’s also helped us understand my older son’s
developmental delays, and navigating through
educational and developmental intervention
services. Diana goes above and beyond to help
my Family and I can’t express in words what she
means to me,” Karinna said.
While all active Soldiers, National Guard
and Reserve, and their Families within a 50-
mile radius of an installation are eligible to
receive these services, priority is given to first-
time parents, single parents and dual military
Families.
Families can enter the program by referral
from a health professional, the command or by
a civilian agency, or by simply requesting NPSP
services through ACS.
Program activities include screening, play
groups, support groups, deployment briefs,
reunion and reintegration briefs and command
briefs.
Classes offered by NPSP may include prenatal
and infant care, home safety, children and the
deployment cycle, stress management, and infant
safety, to name a few.
For more information, contact the local Army
Community Services or family center.
children will learn, the old friends they’ll
see and the new friends they’ll make.
• If your children are anxious about
starting the next grade, reassure them
that other children have these feelings
too.
• Don’t make plans for big trips right
before the start of school.
• Establish school-day schedules for
homework, TV, baths and bedtime.
• Arrange play dates with friends from
school to re-establish connections that
may have been dropped for the summer,
or to create new ones.
• Hit the books. Find age-appropriate
books about going back to school to
initiate conversations about excitement
and fears.
• Get organized.
• Many schools send out school
information and a packet of forms
to fill out before school starts. If you
can discipline yourself to fill out the
paperwork several days before it’s due,
you’ll avoid a last-minute panic.
• Have the necessary immunization
records available for easy reference.
• Update school emergency contact and
health information for the coming
year.
• Become familiar with your school’s
traffic safety rules, drop-off and pick-up
procedures.
Please visit the Family Matters blog.
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Area I Worship Schedule Area II Worship Schedule Area III Worship Schedule Area IV Worship Schedule

Protestant Services Protestant Services Protestant Services Protestant Services

Collective Liturgical Sunday 8 a.m. Memorial Chapel Collective Collective Protestant
Sunday 10 a.m. Stone Chapel Traditional Sunday 9:30 a.m. Brian Allgood Hospital Sunday 11 a.m. Freedom Chapel Sunday 10 a.m. Camp Carroll
Sunday 10 a.m. Stanley Chapel Contemporary Sunday 9:30 a.m. South Post Chapel 10:30 a.m. Camp Walker
Sunday 10 a.m. West Casey Chapel Sunday 10:30 a.m. K-16 Chapel Gospel 1 p.m. Freedom Chapel Church of Christ 5 p.m. Camp Walker
Sunday 11 a.m. Warrior Chapel Sunday 11 a.m. Hannam Village Chapel Contemporary 5 p.m. Freedom Chapel Gospel 12:15 a.m. Camp Walker
Sunday 11 a.m. Crusader Chapel Nondenominational
Sunday 11 a.m. Hovey Chapel Sunday 11 a.m. South Post Chapel Church of Christ 5 p.m. Freedom Chapel Contemporary
Gospel Sunday 12:30 p.m. South Post Chapel Wednesday 7 p.m. Camp Carroll
Gospel KATUSA Friday 7 p.m. Camp Walker
Sunday 11 a.m. Memorial Chapel, Casey Mision Pentecostal Hispana Tuesday 7 p.m. Freedom Chapel KATUSA
12:30 p.m. Camp Stanley Chapel Sunday 2:30 p.m. South Post Chapel Tuesday 7 p.m. Camp Carroll
Korean Tuesday 6:30 p.m. Camp Walker
COGIC United Pentecostal Wednesday 7:30 p.m. Freedom Chapel
Sunday 12:30 p.m. CRC Warrior Chapel Sunday 1:30 p.m. Memorial Chapel Catholic Services
Catholic Services Mass
KATUSA KATUSA Tuesday 6:30 p.m. Memorial Chapel Mass Sunday 9 a.m. Camp Walker
Sunday 7 p.m. CRC Warrior Chapel M, W, T, F 11:45 a.m. Freedom Chapel 11:45 a.m. Camp Carroll
Tuesday 6:30 p.m. Casey Memorial Chapel Seventh-Day Adventist Sunday 9 a.m. Freedom Chapel
Tuesday 6:30 p.m. Camp Hovey Chapel Saturday 9:30 a.m. Brian Allgood Hospital

Catholic Services/Mass Episcopal Sunday 10 a.m. Memorial Chapel

Sunday 9 a.m. CRC Warrior Chapel Catholic Services

Sunday 12 p.m. West Casey Chapel
Sunday 9:30 a.m. Camp Hovey Chapel
Jewish
Friday 6:30 p.m. West Casey Chapel
Catholic Mass Saturday 5 p.m. Memorial Chapel
Sunday 8 a.m. South Post Chapel
Sunday 11:30 a.m. Memorial Chapel
M, W, T, F 11:45 a.m. Memorial Chapel
1st Sat. 9 a.m. Memorial Chapel
Jewish
Friday 7 p.m. South Post Chapel
The Command Chaplain’s Office is here to perform, provide, or coordinate total
religious support to the United Nations Command, U.S. Forces Korea and Eighth
U.S. Army Servicemembers, their families and authorized civilians across the full
spectrum of operations from armistice to war.
Visit the U.S. Forces Korea Religious Support site at:
http://www.usfk.mil/usfk/fkch.aspx
for helpful links and information

Korea-wide Army chaplain points of contact

USAG Yongsan Chaplains USAG-Humphreys Chaplains USAG-Red Cloud Chaplains USAG Daegu Chaplains

Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Jeffrey D. Hawkins: Chaplain (Maj.) John Chun: Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Suk Jong Lee: Chaplain (Maj.) Milton Johnson:
jeffrey.d.hawkins@us.army.mil, 738-3009 john.chun@us.army.mil, 753-7274 sukjong.lee@us.army.mil, 732-6169 milton.johnson4@us.army.mil, 764-5455

Chaplain (Maj.) Terry E. Jarvis: Chaplain (Maj.) Anthony Flores: Chaplain (Maj.) Alfred Grondski: Chaplain (Capt.) Mike Jones:
terry.e.jarvis@korea.army.mil, 738-4043 anthony.wenceslao.flores@korea.army.mil, 753-7042 alfred.grondski@us.army.mil, 732-6016 michael.jones124@us.army.mil, 765-8991
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Above, a visitor to the Daejanggeum Theme Park in Yangju sits down in front of replica “royal” cuisine called “surasang.” — Photos by Kevin Jackson

Gyeonggi Province:
A trip ‘off the beaten path’

The entrance to the Daejanggeum Theme

Park offers a view of the king’s residence,
or “Daejeon.” The theme park located in
the MBC Culture Valley in Yangju pays
Above, an employee at the World Traditional Musical Instrument Museum in Paju
tribute to the mini-series “Daejanggeum,”
demonstrates the klongput from the central highlands of Vietnam. The museum has
or Jewel in the Palace. Right, a sculpture
more than 2,000 instruments from more than 100 countries. The experience room has a
of Mexican women greets visitors at the
djembe, balaton, anklung, bogong and harp literally putting a world of music in a visitor’s
entrance to the Latin American Cultural
hands. Below, a performer from the Yangju Byeolsandaenori parades around the plaza
Center Museum in Goyang - the only
before the mask dance show. The mask dance features 32 characters and is comprised
one of its kind in Asia. The center that
of eight acts. The more than 200-year-old Yangju Byeolsandaenori is designated as
opened Oct. 6, 1994 has more than 1,500
Important Intangible Cultural Property No. 2. Free performances are every Saturday
Latin American artifacts from Mexico and
and Sunday at 3 p.m.
Meso-America, the Caribbean and South
America.

A staff member at the Youngjip Bow and Arrow Museum in Paju demonstrate the proper
method to hold the weapon. The Youngjip Bow and Arrow Museum is the first of its kind
in Korea dedicated to archery. Bow and arrow making called “gangsi jang” has been
designated as Korean Intangible Cultural Asset No. 47.
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Customer service in Korea builds momentum

By Wayne Clark and Marci Baker
Special to the Morning Calm

YONGSAN GARRISON – “We are the Army’s Home”

and “Korea is Your Assignment of Choice” are two important
motto’s that drive the Installation Management Command
–Korea (IMCOM K) to excel with continual improvement to
Soldier, Family and Civilian services at each of our award winning
Garrisons.
The Korea of the twenty-first century is definitely not the Korea
of the 1980’s or even 90’s. Korea is now one of the most modern,
economically leading countries in the world. For this reason, the
U.S. Forces Command is undergoing vast transformational change
to realign forces through programs of Land Partnership, Yongsan
Relocation and Tour Normalization. Family command sponsored
tours (two- and three-year tours) are now offered in all garrisons.
Likewise, IMCOM K reflects this initiative. The services provided
and expected in the upcoming years far exceed those of previous
years. In fact, USAG Humphreys, the future home of most Army
personnel, is undergoing the greatest modernization effort since
World War II. As more families arrive, we are listening to Your
Voice! We know you expect the best. The Korea Region mission
is to provide the best quality of life the Army has to offer.
To help us meet our goals, IMCOM uses an array of programs
aligned with the overall IMCOM Community Campaign Plan.
One valued example is Customer Management Services, a program
designed through the use of its three-tiered customer feedback
mechanisms. CMS is a process that provides the region commander
and his garrison commanders with the “Voice of the Customer”
– that’s you. CMS assists garrisons in providing the best quality
of services to mission commanders, constituents, and individuals
who live, work, train and play on IMCOM Garrisons.
We hear your constructive customer feedback voice through
three primary feedback means: the ICE program, or Interactive
Customer Evaluation; Community FIRST, which stands for
Feedback, Issues, Resolutions, Solutions, Today; and the annual
Customer Service Assessment survey, known as CSA.
Programs are effective playbooks, but to get us into the end
zone we need “first string” employees. Customer Service Officers
are the garrison commanders’ hard charging running backs
tasked with singularly executing the three tiers of feedback for
a 360-degree view of customer needs across the entire region This image is a snapshot from the Morning Calm May 14 edition, highlighting Yongsan’s Bronze Award in the Army’s
throughout the year. 2010 Community of Excellence ceremony, held at the Pentagon May 4. The event marked the third time that Yongsan
The Korea Region CMS program began in June 2008, with placed as an ACOE finalist. The region commander presented the Yongsan team a check for $250,000.
the appointment of a CMS Korea Regional Program Manager and
a full-time professional CSO at both USAG Daegu and USAG Customer Service Assessment survey. Through effective multi- media outlets to include the Morning Calm Korea-wide community
Humphreys. Knowing the value of the program, the region social media marketing along with the regions commander and newspaper, AFN Korea Television and radio, Facebook, the
commander and the USFK commander energetically sought garrison commanders energizing the senior commanders, we Commander’s Access Channel, garrison community calendars,
additional CSO’s for USAGs Red Cloud and Yongsan to give the dramatically increased fiscal 2008 to fiscal 2009 CSA participation marquees, banners, flyers, community recreational events, and
Korea Region a full starting lineup. Today, the Korea Region is from 1,593 to 3,104. other outlets. Since the deployment of our CMS program in mid
the only IMCOM Region with 100 percent CSO fill. Success stories are abundant in just this short implementation 2008, we have also collectively produced 122 strategic command
As a result, the region sprung into action initiating ICE, the time period. Recently, the USAG Daegu Commercial Travel Office documents in effort to advertise the CMS program and its three-
first tier of the three in the CMS arsenal. ICE is designed to be was able to assist a customer with dependent commercial travel tiered customer feedback mechanisms.
the customer’s direct link to management on a one-to-one level, following an error in airline tickets. The customer identified the Another effective initiative is using FMWRC sponsored
ideally at the point of service. Since the inception, garrison leaders program by submitting an ICE comment using the Web-based community events such as 5K fun runs. Taking it a running step
have put forth considerable efforts to improve marketing of ICE program. USAG Yongsan launched a new pilot program to extend further, we raffled off donated items in exchange for ICE customer
and installing Kiosk’s at high traffic areas. their taxi service hours on the weekends from 11:30 p.m. to 2 comment submissions.
However, the best means to obtain ICE feedback is with our a.m. Friday through Saturday. They also positioned taxis near USAG Humphreys, our fastest growing garrison, is now
employees personally handing out the ICE cards, explaining its installation access points so community members could easily use canvassing the entire community using the “See Something, Say
importance and thanking them for using our services. This also the taxi service when located off-post. This is important because Something” automated customer comment service. This enables
gives them a chance to provide us with valued feedback – the USFK policy prevents junior enlisted members from having beneficiaries the opportunity to submit comments telephonically,
good, bad and ugly. private vehicles. complimenting the Web-based ICE system. In less than one year,
As a result, the CMS program has helped to successfully Region CMS programs are such a success that several Garrisons USAG Humphreys’ monthly overall ICE statistics significantly
improve overall customer satisfaction and use of the ICE program are exceeding 90 percent satisfaction ratings, with many receiving increased from only 59 customer comment submissions in
across the IMCOM Korea region. The chart displays the increase the most ICE comments since the inception of the ICE program. October 2009 with a 47 percent garrison ICE satisfaction rate to
in ICE submissions over the past three years. It shows our overall USAG Daegu ICE satisfaction rating reached an all-time monthly 284 customer comment submissions and a 77 percent garrison
regional customer satisfaction rate increase from 64 percent in high of 96 percent this July. satisfaction rate in July 2010.
fiscal 2008 to 89 percent in fiscal 2010. At USAG Red Cloud, the CMS program efforts have resulted Through the hard work of the CSOs at the installation level,
Through Community FIRST, we have hosted 19 focus group in significantly increased outreach, particularly to the Soldier the CMS program has made each garrison a champion. Positive
sessions over the last 18 months resulting in the collection of 281 community, through the use of Community FIRST focus groups. and effective changes are taking place daily to improve the “Voice
additional community issues that could not be readily resolved The garrison has made positive improvements to the life of Soldiers of the Customer.”
using the ICE feedback mechanism. and their Families in Area I. Examples include offering special Building on the success of CMS three-tiered feedback
For instance, at a Teen Focus Group session, the teens raised AAFES incentives, creating CDC daycare, and building structures, mechanisms, we are look forward to heightening capability
concerns about the lack of variety in clothing offered at the USAG such as an elementary school and a Family Lodge, among other in the upcoming IMCOM Customer Relations Management
Yongsan PX/BX. As a result, AAFES is now adjusting their clothing things. This is especially important in supporting theater Tour program.
styles and sizes to meet that market demand. Good for customers Norm as this is the first year for Area I command sponsorship Korea Region, “We are the Army’s Home” and we want you
– good for business. two-year family tours to begin. to make “Korea Your Assignment of Choice!”
The third and final CMS tier is the annual IMCOM-wide Currently, Korea Region CSOs utilize a wide range of social Katchi Kapsida (we go together).
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2CAB Soldiers execute severe weather plan

By Spc. Timothy N. Oberle
2nd Combat Aviation Brigade Public Affairs

SEOUL AIR BASE — With a monsoon

looming on the horizon, the 2nd Assault
Battalion, 2nd Aviation Regiment, 2nd
Combat Aviation Brigade activated its severe
weather protocol to prevent damage to the
battalion’s UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters,
here, Aug. 10.
Severe weather exercises are commonplace
for the U.S. military in Korea, due to the
destructive nature of the monsoon season
and torrential rains that come with the
country’s naturally recurring phenomena.
Only this time it wasn’t an exercise, because
tropical storm Dianmu was headed straight
for the Korean peninsula and all precautions
had to be taken.
“Generally, severe weather protocols are
initiated when you are going to have winds
stronger than 45 to 50 knots,” said Chief
Warrant Officer 4 Bennie N. Branham,
2-2 Avn. Production Control Officer. “We
are not worried about flooding as much as
we are worried about the hail storms and
strong winds that often accompany it. Due
to the possibility of harm to the aircrafts,
we must bring them into the hangar in
Soldiers from the 2nd Assault Battalion, 2nd Aviation Regiment, 2nd Combat Aviation Brigade move UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters from their
order to mitigate any type of damage. The
hangar at Seoul Air Base, Aug. 11th, during a severe weather exercise in preparation for tropical storm Dianmu. After the weather passed, they
problem here is exasperated by the limited
remove the helicopters from of the hangar and place them in their appropriate spot. – U.S. Army photo by Spc. Timothy N. Oberle
amount of space that we have for storage in
the hangars.” the ‘birds’ into the hangar this time, the well prepared “because we just conducted weather, Branham said it usually takes about
Branham added that in order to prepare weather conditions were deplorable due to one of our exercises about two months ago 30 to 40 minutes to get each helicopter out
for severe weather, you must fold the blades heavy rains, so it took a little longer than and it was still fresh in our minds. They were of the hangar. However, when they have
on each one of the Black Hawks and then usual. However, we still finished in about able to get all of the helicopters in quickly two crews working, it averages out to about
put them inside the hangar. The blades are eight hours. Thankfully we are always and without any issues.” 20 minutes because they are unfolding the
folded so that all of the helicopters can fit. prepared for weather conditions like this Branham said the primary difference blades in better weather conditions.
“Generally it takes about 45 to 60 because we receive regular weather briefs between Korea and other duty stations has “This storm didn’t affect us because
minutes to get the first aircraft in and then well in advance of any storms proximity to to do with the annual monsoon season and we were well prepared and had all of the
after that it takes about 30 minutes for each the airfield.” the limited amount of space. helicopters put away with plenty of time to
additional aircraft,” he said. “When we put He added that the crews were extremely Following the passing of the severe spare,” said Branham.

Humphreys troop finishes second in IMCOM competition

By Steven Hoover
USAG Humphreys Public Affairs
HUMPHREYS GARRISON — It’s
often said, sometimes in jest, “that behind the
success of every man is a good woman.”
For Pfc. Thomas D. Stout, the Installation
Management Command-Korea 2010 Best
Warrior Competition Soldier of the Year
winner, that seems to be the case.
Stout, an air traffic controller assigned to
Headquarters and Headquarters Company,
U.S. Army Garrison Humphreys, credits
his wife of two years, Jessica, with much of
his success.
“She was the person most instrumental in
how well I did here and in the states,” said
Stout, who also finished as the runner-up in
his category at the IMCOM Best Warrior
competition, held at Fort Belvoir, Va., from
July 12 to 16. “She would always quiz me
on things pertaining to the board and let
me ‘perform’ first aid on her. She is where I
draw my motivation.”
Stout, who calls Savannah, Ga., home,
said that he actually thought he had won
the competition before the final results were
announced.
“All indications are that it was extremely
close,” he said, “within a couple points.”
Du r i n g t h e d e t a i l e d t h r e e - d a y
competition, he and more than 20 others,
from IMCOM installations around the
globe, were required to take a written test
with essay, test in combatives, weapons and
land navigation, and more.
“The overall competition, as a whole, was
important to me,” he said, “but, the most
valuable event was probably the Warrior
Tasks and Ruck March.”
They started that day with a timed
confidence course which included flipping
a HEMTT tire, carrying a 50-cal tripod and
a log 75 meters each, in combat gear. Stout
finished second in that event.
Fo l l ow i n g t h a t “w a r m - u p,” t h e
competitors ruck-marched the initial six
miles and then were tested on 12 different
Warrior Tasks. Around 9 p.m., the Soldiers
began the second six miles and 12 more
Warrior Tasks, before calling it a night
around 4 a.m.
“The reason that event was most
important to me is because that is what
a Soldier does,” Stout, who grew up in a
military family, said. “It made me realize
how much further I am actually able to push
myself and I also learned a great deal more
about Soldier tasks.
“It took a lot to muster up the strength to
go back out in 100 degree heat, after doing
that first six miles and have to do it again,” Private 1st Class Thomas D. Stout, assigned to Headquarters and Headquarters Company,
he said. “But, that’s what competitions are U.S. Army Garrison Humphreys, placed second at the Installation Management Command Best
all about.” Warrior Competition, July 12 to 16. – U.S. Army photo by Steven Hoover
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News & Notes
AAFES Fixing Double Charges
Army and Air Force Exchange customers
recently experienced a double whammy no
one saw coming; a processing error resulting
in duplicate charges on credit and debit card
transactions. Shoppers who swiped their
cards between Aug. 7 and Aug. 9 at an AAFES
facility are strongly encouraged to review their
statements to see if they are impacted by this
issue. AAFES officials said that if a customer
finds a billing problem, no action will be
required on their part. If an overdraft fee results
from a duplicate charge, they will fix it. The
processing error that produced the duplicate
charges affected AAFES locations worldwide.
Depending on the type of card used, corrective
action could be visible to the customer anywhere
from 24 hours to a couple of weeks. For more
information, call 753-6870.
OAHS Hosts Information Night
Osan American High School will host a “High
School Information Night,” tonight (Aug. 20),
from 6 to 7 p.m. in the Humphreys American
School cafeteria. Faculty members will be on
hand to help high school students learn more
about classes, sports, extra-curricular activities
and transportation needs. For more information,
call 753-8274.
Zoeckler Gym Closed For Maintenance
The Zoeckler Gym basketball court, aerobics
room and racquetball courts will be closed Aug.
17 to 29 for maintenance. For more information,
call 753-8807.
Father/Son Adventure Day Set
A Father/Son Adventure Day will be held at
Outdoor Recreation (Bldg. 1044) Aug. 28,
from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Participants can enjoy
Laser Tag, Rock Wall climbing, archery, a video
game station, bouncers, water balloon fights,
and other activities. Hamburgers, hotdogs
and drinks will be served. Cost for Fathers is
$10; sons are free. For more information, or to
register by Aug. 25, contact Lisa Hogue at lisa.
hogue.1@korea.army.mil.
Housing Office To Consolidate Services
The main Housing Office, located in Bldg. T-307,
and the satellite Housing Office in the Soldiers
One-Stop, Bldg. S-544, will be closed Sept. 2.
Effective Sept. 3, the satellite office will close.
All housing customers will then need to go to
the Housing Office in Bldg. T-307. The offices
are consolidating in order to provide more
efficient customer service to Soldiers, civilians
and their Families. For more information, call
753-7358.
Primary Voting Information
Military and Overseas Voters, should submit their
ballot request for upcoming state primaries.
The following states will hold Primary Elections
on the date indicated:
Sept. 4: Guam
Sept. 11: Virgin Islands
Sept. 14: District of Columbia, Maryland,
Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Hampshire,
New York, Rhode Island, Vermont and
Wisconsin
All members of the U.S. Uniformed Services,
their Family Members and citizens residing
outside the U.S., who are residents from these
States and have not yet submitted a registration
and ballot request (FPCA) for the 2010 calendar
year, should do so as soon as possible. The
ballot application and instructions are available
at www.fvap.gov/FPCA.
Community Job Fair Set
The Employment Readiness Program at Army
Community Service will host a Community Job
Fair, Sept. 17, in the Super Gym, from 10 a.m.
to 2 p.m. This event is free to both the recruiting
employers and potential hires. For more
information, call 753-8321.
Head Start Program introduces
newcomers to ways of Korea
By Jessica Ryan
USAG Humphreys Public Affairs
HUMPHREYS GARRISON — The
Head Start Program, offered through Army
Community Services, provides garrison
newcomers with a three-day crash course on
Korean history, language, and culture.
The program, which was established in
2005 through a partnership with Pyeongtaek
University, is mandatory for Soldiers, while
Department of the Army civilians and
Family members are encouraged to attend
on a space available basis.
The university provides all trainers and
support materials for the program.
During the first two days, participants
spend part of their mornings watching
video presentations. The Korean War video
is a big hit among newcomers because it
documented the war with colored film
footage and personal narratives.
“I learned a lot about (Korean War) history
from the video,” said Pvt. Ramon Sarmiento,
of Bravo Company, 602nd Aviation Support
Battalion. “Everyone knows why we are in
Iraq and Afghanistan, but not everybody
knows why we are here.”
Lectures, from several Korean history
professors, are also a part of the curriculum.
These lectures cover Korean history, before
and after the Korean War; discuss the
differences between the Korean and U.S.
political systems; talk about Korean culture
and attractions; and the differences between
American and Korean cultures.
Following the morning activities,
newcomers are treated to traditional Korean
cuisine for lunch. For many, this is their
first time in Korea, let alone overseas and
this could be the first time they are using
chopsticks and tasting different Korean
dishes.
During the first two afternoons,
participants attend Korean language classes.
Professor Yu Ho-jun, an assistant professor of Freshmen English and Korean Language
Education at Pyeongtaek University, teaches Humphreys Garrison newcomers basic Hangul
during a recent session of Korean Head Start. – U.S. Army photo by Jessica Ryan
After sitting through two days of lectures and language training during Korean Head Start, students
get the opportunity to put what they’ve learned to practical use by visiting a local Lotte Mart and
the Suwon Folk Village. At the folk village, students are introduced to making tie-dyed scarves,
traditional Korean games and more. – U.S. Army photo by Jessica Ryan
They learn the basics of Hangul, the language
of Korea, by speaking and writing out vowels
and consonants. They also practice saying
basic expressions such as greetings and
common questions.
“In order to know Korean culture,
there needs to be more understanding of
the Korean language,” said Yu Ho-jun,
assistant professor of Freshmen English and
Korean Language Education, at Pyeongtaek
University.
Along with teaching basic words and
pronunciation, Yu instructs her students on
how to write their names in Hangul. She also
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educates them on important places and cities
in South Korea.
“I tell stories about cities and why those
cities are so important,” said Yu. She informs
her students about famous places, such as
Gyeongju and JeJu Island, by showing them
pictures and talking about her own previous
experiences.
On the final day, Pyeongtaek University
students accompany the newcomers to a
local Lotte Mart department store and the
Suwon Folk Village. Lotte Mart, along with
Home Plus and E-mart, are department
stores set up very similar to those in the
U.S. The student tour guides are on hand
to answer questions, and give explanations
on food and different products.
At the folk village, which is compared
to historic towns like Jamestown and
Williamsburg in the states, newcomers can
participate in many activities.
One major hit is the scarf dying station.
Participants dip scarves into various colored
dyes to create unique patterns. Then the
student tour guides teach them how to
play traditional Korean games and provide
explanations on Korean history and cultural
artifacts.
“I thought the interaction with actual
Korean students was great,” said Sgt. Luis
Luciano, also from Bravo Company, 602nd
ASB. “They were extremely helpful and
seemed excited to be part of the program.”
The student tour guides also find the
experience to be rewarding.
“There’s not (too) much (of a) chance
for us meet foreigners,” said Yu Ji-eun, a
Pyeongtaek University student. “When we
do this program, we meet foreigners and
have a good time.”
After a brief summer hiatus, classes begin
again next week and will continue, almost
weekly, through the middle of December.
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DFAC juggles priorities, earns ‘best’ award

By Spc. Timothy N. Oberle
2nd Combat Aviation Brigade Public Affairs
SEOUL AIR BASE — Working in a
dining facility is perhaps one of the toughest
jobs for a Soldier to undertake. Not only do
they have to work some crazy hours every
day, but they are also required to complete
all of the normal tasks and training required
of other Soldiers.
To make matters worse, food service
workers hardly ever get weekends or holidays
off because they have to be there each day
to serve food to the Soldiers.
For one 2nd Combat Aviation Brigade
dining facility, here, simply punching into
work every day and going home is not
enough. The workers at the K-16 Air Base
Dining Facility come into work every day
with a hunger to perfect their craft and
ensure Soldiers receive no less than the
highest quality of service during their dining
experience.
“We are open 365 days a year, which can
be trying on young Soldiers who work here,
so I try to give them as much time off as
possible,” said Staff Sgt. Alicia Bradley, the
dining facility manager and also assigned
to Echo Company, 2nd Battalion (Assault),
2nd Aviation Regiment. “The main reason
we have so much success is because we all
work as a team and help to make sure that
Avn. and discussed their various issues
and concerns. Following lunch, Thomas
presented the award to Bradley who said the
quality of care that a dining facility provides
is of the utmost importance.
“I have always tried to maintain a high
standard for excellence in this dining facility
and my goal is to keep the atmosphere
and quality similar to that of an up-scale
restaurant,” Bradley said.
In addition to ensuring a luxurious
atmosphere, Bradley likes to make sure that
the Soldiers who frequent the facility have a
variety of choices in meal selection.
“I like to make sure that we have a variety
of foods to choose from and that we have
freshly cooked food from the first Soldier
who walks through the door for each meal
to the last,” said Bradley. “Each day we have
about 12 to 15 workers for the entire facility.
For each meal we have to feed roughly
Brigadier Gen. Kelly J. Thomas, the 2nd Infantry Division assistant division commander for around 250 Soldiers. If you times that by
support, speaks with Soldiers during a brief lunch at the K-16 Dining Facility at Seoul Air Base, three meals during the day we feed roughly
Aug. 11. Following the lunch, Thomas presented the dining facility staff with the 2ID Commanding around 750 people and there are only 15 of
General’s Best Dining Facility, for small DFAC’s, for the third quarter of fiscal year 2010. – U.S. us, making it extremely difficult to maintain
Army photo by Spc. Timothy N. Oberle such high standards.
“This installation is also going through
we all stay motivated.” Dining Facility, for small DFACs, by Brig. a lot of changes and the head count is only
In recognition of this level of success and Gen. Kelly J. Thomas, the 2ID assistant going to continue to rise,” Bradley added,
motivation, the dining facility was presented division commander for support, Aug. 11. “but I think we will be alright because most
with the third quarter 2010 2nd Infantry Prior to presenting the award, Thomas of the workers here are young and eager to
Division Commanding General’s Best had a brief lunch with Soldiers from 2-2 learn as much as possible.”

Camp Adventure summer activities come to a close

By Megan Clancy
F&MWR Marketing

HUMPHREYS GARRISON — Camp

Adventure, an eight-week program that
offers children and counselors opportunities
to learn about Korea and to enjoy a camp-
like environment, ends here today (Aug.
20).
Camp Adventure is designed for first-
through fifth-graders. Throughout the week,
campers participate in fun and educational
activities following a particular theme.
Campers and counselors alike were on
their toes all summer.
Besides taking weekly field trips to some
of Korea’s popular tourist attractions, they
also explored different themes each week
such as “Hip, Hip Hooray! Happy Birthday
USA!,”“Alice in Wonderland,” and “Outer
Space.”
They learned about these themes through
various hands-on activities, such as singing
songs, playing games and doing art projects.
While participating in the “Happy Birthday
USA!” week, campers made an “ABCs of the
USA” book. Each camper was designated a
letter and had to research a topic in relation
to the United States. Then, on Friday, they
presented their project to the group.
The theme songs for Camp Adventure
were “Peace Like a River” and “Hip Hop,
Camp A Rocks,” said Yong-mi Morrill, a
Child Youth program assistant.
Most of the activities took place at School
Age Services, Bldg. 570. Arts and crafts,
dance, cooking, songs, games and talent
shows kept the children occupied.
“I like the games we played and going
on field trips,” said Michael Payne, 7. “I like
playing Marco Polo, cooking and playing
Camp Adventure is designed for children in first through fifth grades. Throughout the week,
campers participate in fun and educational activities following a particular theme and take weekly
field trips to some of Korea’s popular tourist attractions. – U.S. Army photo by Megan Clancy
tag.” The children also went swimming and
bowling each session. They even got to play
Laser Tag.
Field trips were different every week and
took place on Thursdays. The campers visited
Seoul Land, Asan Spavis, Lotte World, Seoul
Grand Park Zoo and the COEX Mall, to
name a few.
“I liked shopping in the big malls,” said
Emma Johnson, 6.
The children weren’t the only ones
enjoying the experience.
“I have really enjoyed going on field trips
with the children and seeing more of Korea,”
said counselor Alex Penno, or Super Junior,
as he was known to the campers. Penno is
a college student, attending the University
of Iowa. He hopes to return to Camp
Camp Adventure counselors, like Joe Knight,
enjoying a snack with his group, are either high
school or college students. – U.S. Army photo
by Megan Clancy
Adventure next year.
“Stop!” “Shh!” “Be quiet!” “Please put
that away.” and “Line up straight please,”
were often heard during the course of the
week. The counselors had to keep up with
the children, keeping them well-behaved and
safe, which could be daunting at times.
At the end of each day campers and
counselors gathering in a friendship circle.
This circle is a way to bring them together
to calm down after a long day. Here, they
sings songs and talk about their favorite
part of the day.
The counselors were mostly high school
and college students. Some became counselors
through the Summer Hire Program, while
others came from stateside universities.
“Although being a counselor was hard
work, I got to travel to Seoul, Busan and
JeJu,” counselor Rob Vance said. Campers
called this Iowa State University student
Big Bang.
Overall, Camp Adventure benefited
both children and counselors by offering
them the opportunity to explore Korea and
understand Korean culture.
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Operation Eagle Strike sets the
standard for future training
Firefighters team up to evacuate simulated casualty PV2 Lovett from the emergency. — U.S. Army Photo by Staff Sgt. George Clay
By Staff Sgt. George Clay and Cadet Kenneth Hunkus
42nd Ohio Volunteer Battalion
DAEGU GARRISON — 293rd Signal
Company has a unique mission in 1ST Signal
Brigade, as it is one of the most geographically
dispersed companies in Korea with several
interlacing missions. One of these is the
operation of Technical Control Facilities.
They provide all communications services to
Area IV through critical hubs. To accomplish
this mission successfully they must train the
personnel manning these hubs to face the
unexpected and to respond to situations
involving crippling communication outages.
In order to test their abilities to handle
these challenges they developed their own
company training. Mission Training Plans
or Army Training and Evaluation Plans do
not typically incorporate Technical Control
Facilities because the facilities are governed
by the Defense Information Systems Agency.
DISA outlines the training and operational
standards needed in order to run the facilities
but does not provide “crew drill” style doctrinal
training guides.
In order to raise the training standards,
the 293rd had to come together to develop
training that would be effective, challenging
and quantifiable. Training of the company’s
USAG DAEGU
junior leadership required the senior leaders to
pull together to make a quantifiable program
of instruction that could be evaluated and then
structured to fit quarterly demands.
Operation Eagle Strike was the first of its
type: a multi-tiered training exercise which
the 293rd developed, produced, tested and
executed successfully to exercise, maintain
and revise standard operating procedures and
emergency action plans for communications
facilities throughout Area IV.
Eagle Strike was comprised of three
parts. The first; planning and development
of the program of instruction was uniquely
challenging since no site or crew level training
had ever been accomplished prior to Eagle
Strike. One of the main aim points of Eagle
Strike was to develop an emotionally strenuous
training environment; training Soldiers in
difficult, “under fire” style scenarios was
meant to develop mental agility and courage,
enabling them to perform better in real events.
To build the necessary stress, they included an
actor simulating a severely injured Soldier. To
better create realism and in an effort to increase
stress on the site leadership, 293rd coordinated
with local emergency rescue personnel. The
USAG Daegu Camp Carroll Fire and
Rescue Team was eager to participate
in Operation Eagle Strike and assist the
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company integration of the Garrison into of the 293rd Signal Company, and future
our emergency response execution. leaders will no doubt turn to Eagle
The exercise took place over the course of Strike as the standard to meet in Defense
two days at four technical controls with the full Communications Services.
speed run-through at Camp Carroll only. With
a single run-through and no resets, Soldiers
were tested on the move and the situation
developed from every action and inaction. The
Fire Department responded within minutes of
placing a call, and Soldiers worked with the
teams to complete the mission and restore
function at Top Site. Observers used “go /
no-go” checklists based on emergency action
plans and standard operating procedures to
note proper execution of the exercise as well
as shortcomings. Checks were conducted
during and after the exercise to ensure that
proper security was maintained during the
movement of sensitive equipment. Evaluation
of the exercise consisted of numerous after
action reviews in order to create feedback and
assist in revision of both the exercise and site
standard operating procedures.
Operation Eagle Strike was the first
of what is likely to be many exercises
used by the 293rd to prepare emergency
response plans and standard operating
procedures. Eagle Strike’s success was Pfc. Holstine stands guard during sensitive
directly based on proper planning and equipment evacuation — U.S. Army Photo
strong leadership, two traits characteristic by Cadet Kenneth Hunkus
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t News & Notes
Walker Speed Limit is 25 KPH
The speed limit for all of Camp Walker
is reduced to 25 KPH from now through
the end of August. Please be careful as
foot traffic increases during UFG-10.
Busan International Market
Shopping
Camp Carroll CAC. Aug. 28, 9 a.m.
(CC) & 10 a.m. (CW). $10 per person
(kids 10 & under: $5).
Han River Cruise
Casino Curise. Sept. 18, 6 p.m. to 10
p.m. Single & Unaccompanied soldiers,
active duty US military personnel. Price
of ticket is $35.00 per person.Best
dressed contest, live DJ/Dance hall
and cash bar. Final day of registration
is on Sept. 15. Sign up at the Cp
Walker CAC. Call 764-4123 for more
information
New Army Suicide Prevention
Program Website
Army Suicide Prevention Program has
adopted the website domain name www.
preventsuicide.army.mil. This initiative
is part of the Army’s continued efforts
to assist anyone seeking information
on suicide prevention training, policy,
strategy, and resources, or to find
links to other agencies that offer
assistance.
Parent’s Night Out
Aug. 28, 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. at Camp
George CDC. Provided for children
6 weeks - 5th grade. First come, first
served. Advance sign up required.
Must be a registered CYS member.
Call 764-5298 for more information.
Club Beyond parent and volunteer
interest meeting
If you are a teen, a parent of one or
are interested in volunteering to help
our teens, come to the Camp Walker
Chapel Fellowship Hall for dessert, 4
p.m., Sunday, Aug. 29. Club Beyond
is a ministry for all teens grades 7
to 12 in the USAG Daegu Area IV
community. For more information call
010-9407-1034.
Say it on ICE
Ever wonder if your voice is heard?
Fill out an on-line comment card today
- our response in guaranteed. http://
ice.disa.mil.
Storage Container for rent at
Camp Carroll
Too much stuff in your house? Need a
place to store all that extra furniture?
Call the Camp Carroll Community
Center at 765-8325
USAG DAEGU
Driver serves a dozen commanders over 40 years
By Pfc. Chae, Ki-soo
19th ESC Public Affairs
DAEGU GARRISON — He’s seen it
all, the ruins of Korea from the Korean War
transformed into a modern day metropolitan
jungle of skyscraping buildings filled with
digital technology. The world around him
has changed a great deal but the way he goes
about his business has not changed much.
Chong Mu-cho, a Korean National, driver
to the 403rd Army Field Support Brigade
commander, has more than 40 years on his job
while serving 12 different commanders.
Chong served in the Korean Air Force in
1960, when Korea was beginning to heal from
the devastation of the Korean War, fulfilling
his duty to the nation as a 20 year old. Once
he completed his service, Chong sold fruits in
the streets of Seoul to provide for his family. He
took tests and submitted applications hoping
to find a stable job on a U.S. base but there was
nothing available for nearly three years.
Chong said life in Korea during the 1960s
and 70s was incomparable to life now. The
Korean War was still a close memory then,
occurring only 10 years previously. He clearly
remembers the tragedy that destroyed the
Korean peninsula. While many Koreans fled
southward escaping the communist invasion,
Chong and his family took refuge in Suwon,
a nearby town of Seoul where many of his
relatives lived. His family was lucky enough to
survive through the communist advance, but
they still witnessed the massacre during the
war. Families separated during refuge, North
and South Koreans brutally killing each other,
but no matter how tragic the war was, Chong
said his love for his family and prospect of
rebuilding life after the war allowed him to
stay strong and remain optimistic for life. He
recalls the situation then, “In the aftermath of
the Korean War, working on a U.S. base was
one of the most preferred jobs because there
weren’t too many jobs available in general.”
Calling all fantasy football players from all branches of U.S. military
By Tim Hipps
FMWRC Public Affairs
ALEXANDRIA, Va — Morale, Welfare
and Recreation patrons from all five
branches of the U.S. military are invited to
play in a free fantasy football league with
$100,000, a trip to Super Bowl XLV, and
championship rings on the line.
Participants can create an account
and begin drafting teams to compete in
the RapidDraft Fantasy Football League
at www.mwrfantasysports.com. Fantasy
football revolves around the statistics of
players in the National Football League.
Registration and all drafts must be
started by Sept. 12 at 8 a.m. EDT. Do
not wait until deadline time because draft
rooms could be full and computer servers
can get overloaded, so draft early.
And draft often. Each player can field
as many as 60 teams, each of which will
draft and play a full season of fantasy
football games against 11 Fantasy Football
Professionals, including Joe Namath, MVP
of Super Bowl III.
Avatars/cartoon characters are used to
represent the pros. Each fantasy pro is a
“robotic general manager,” with a draft
strategy managed by a real person or team
of experienced fantasy professionals. Each
Chong Mu-cho, driver to the 403rd Army Field Support Brigade commander, takes a familiar
seat behind the wheel, a seat he’s held for 12 commanders over a 40-year career. — U.S. Army
Photo by Pfc. Chae, Ki-soo
In September 1968, he started the last job
of his life – one that would last more than 40
years at the Logistics Assistant’s Office of Far
East, Yongsan Garrison. His day mirrored the
commander’s schedule, meaning wherever
and whenever the commander needed to
be, Chong was ready. Han S. Kim, a Korean
American and co-worker of Chong said,
“Chong carries out his duties without any
hesitation or judgment or evasion. He is always
there for his commander.” Of the 12 different
commanders he served during his long tenure,
he remembers a certain commander who
especially enjoyed dwae ji gal-bi, or Korean
pork ribs. Chong said, “After completing the
day’s schedule, the commander would often
pro has defined a unique, professional
draft strategy and will create and submit
a proprietary, subjective player draft
ranking.
The draft rankings or player lists are
updated dynamically – often hourly, daily,
or weekly – based on subjective analysis,
breaking player news and research done
by each pro. After creating an account and
becoming a World Fantasy Games member,
participants may enter the website and
sign-up to draft a fantasy football team
against the fantasy pros. Members may
draft at any time of day or night until the
final draft deadline.
The best place to start is by clicking on
the official rules tab at the bottom right-
hand corner of the page and studying
steadfastly. Wily old fantasy football players
never seem to know the rules well enough
– and even they tend to forget policies
and procedures that help ensure the most
pleasant gaming experiences.
You roster will consist of 20 players and
defenses in any numerical combination.
A starting lineup consists of nine players
(QB, 2 RBs, 3 WRs, TE, Flex – RB, WR
or TE, K) and one defense/special team.
You must submit a lineup each week and
positions left blank will receive zero points.
Be forewarned: successful fantasy football
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invite me out to dinner, you know eat dwae ji
galbi and have some soju. Sometimes he would
even invite my wife out for a couple’s dinner.”
Chong fondly remembers the commander for
being warm-hearted and thanks him till this
day for his generosity and kindness.
In retrospect, looking back on his 33 years
in Yongsan and seven years he spent apart
from his family in Daegu, seeing them only on
weekends, he has no regrets at all. If anything,
he said, he would like to work a couple
years longer to serve one more commander.
Moreover, “I am grateful to have worked
because the job gave me the opportunity to
provide for my family in a country that was
devastated by war,” he said.
playing can be very time consuming.
Somewhat like playing golf, success
depends on the level at which you aspire
to perform.
RapidDraft Fantasy Football is strictly
for entertainment purposes and may not
be used in connection with any form of
gambling. All participants must be 18
years of age or older at the time of their
registration and have public or private
Internet access as of Sept. 15, 2010.
The league is open to all Active Duty
personnel, their Family members, Retirees,
Reservists, National Guard, DoD and
Coast Guard Civilians.
This is a game of skill, although luck often
comes into play. Winners are determined
solely based on the objective RapidDraft
Fantasy Football scoring system outlined
in the official rules.
The overall military winner, based on
the accumulation of points throughout
the season, will win a trip for two to Super
Bowl XLV on Feb. 6, 2011, at Cowboys
Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
The winner from each branch of the
military – Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine
Corps and Coast Guard – will receive a
custom championship ring. All MWR
contestants also will compete for the
national grand prize of $100,000.
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http://daegu.korea.army.mil

Team ends flawless season through emphasis on teamwork, values

By Sgt. Megan Garcia
501st SBDE Public Affairs

DAEGU GARRISON — The 501st

Special Troops Battalion won the Area IV
basketball tournament against the 2-1 Air
Defense Artillery Battalion Saturday at the
Camp Carroll Fitness Center, wrapping up
the 501st STBs’ flawless season during the
summer intramural basketball league.
Capt. Keith W. Brown, the 501st STB,
HHC Company Commander (and the
starting point guard) said the team was
most successful in staying undefeated due
to the tremendous amount of teamwork
the Soldiers displayed.
“We got to play without any weak
moments,” said Brown. “The team gelled
very well and never argued over playing
time. We identified who would do what
and stuck to that strategy.”
Although seven of the 11 teammates
played together in the previous basketball
season, Brown said the four new players were
the biggest contributions to the team.
“They matched the skill level of our
team in certain areas” said Brown. “We
had some scorers and we had some
defenders which was good so that we
didn’t have to rely solely on the starting
five. When we made substitutions, the
level of play did not go down. The new
players were able to sustain the lead, or

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Pfc. Diquaris Richardson charges for the lay-up as Spc. Jamie Mobley prepares for a possible rebound. — U.S. Army Photo by Sgt. Megan Garcia
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Basketball from Page 27
get it back if we had lost it. “
Spc. Jamie Mobley, an Automated
Logistics Specialist with the 501st STB
and one of the new players for the team,
said he enjoyed playing with a team that
exhibited so much teamwork.
“Everybody always gave me advice
on how to improve and work harder if
I would mess up,” said Mobley. “We
were outstanding as a team. I had a lot
of fun.”
Aside from the teams’ emphasis on
teamwork, Brown also highlighted the
teams’ success through everyone’s ability
to maintain good attitudes and values.
“While winning, the team never gave off
USAG DAEGU THE MORNING CALM
a cocky attitude,” said Brown. “Everyone
was very humble. We never went into a
game thinking we were going to win. We
played every game as if our opponents were
as good or better than us.”
For Mobley, it’s more than just winning
a championship with fellow Soldiers.
“It felt pretty good to win, because we
are like a family,” said Mobley.
Spc. Jamie Mobley makes a tough shot over
his opponent, Spc. Davinte Grice, during the
Area IV Championship game.— U.S. Army
Photo by Sgt. Megan Garcia
 Shop, Save and thrive

COMMISSARY BENEFITS are part of the Army

Family Covenant’s commitment to provide a strong,
supportive environment where Soldiers and
Families can thrive.

WhAT IT MEANS:
• Through the ‘Bringing the Benefit to You’ campaign,
Guard and Reserve Soldiers and their Families
have shopped on-site at more than 100 remote
locations and purchased $14 million worth
of commissary products.

• An average of 30% SAVINGS OR MORE on

purchases compared to commercial prices.

• Within the next three years, more than

$200 million will be spent on building
new commissaries and enhancing
existing commissaries to
better serve customers.

Visit to learn more

about the Army Family Covenant.
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http://imcom.korea.army.mil
한반도의 평화를 수호하기 위한 강한 공동체
By 윌리엄 후버 대령
번역 일병 최용준 / USAG Y 공보실
KOREAN PAGE
YONGSAN 기지 사령관
사설
용산기지사령부- 한국이 살기에 특별히 기여 및 봉사활동을 중요한 하루 일과로
좋은 환경인 사실에 대해서는 의심할 만드는데 기여하였으며, 한국인들과
여지가 없습니다. 예전에는 어려움을 미국인들을 함께하게 하여, 우리 생활의
많이 담고 있었던 한국에서의 삶이 이제는 질을 높이는데에도 일조하였습니다.
군인들과 군무원들의 선호 지역으로 기지관리사령부 사령관 중장 릭 린치
빠르게 바뀌어 나가고 잇습니다. 우리가 (Lt. Gen. Rick Lynch) 는 이번 달
한반도의 평화를 수호하기 위하여, 중요한 초에 우리 이웃들이 저희 서비스에
임무를 조금도 방심하지 않고 임하고 있는 대해 감사를 표하는 방법을 찾아보고
동안, 고향에서 떨어져 일하는 우리 공동체 있다고 말했습니다. 여기 서울에서
구성원들이 한국을 또 다른 고향으로 우리는 문화간의 이벤트들을 위해
생각하도록 노력하고 있습니다. 많이 알고 국제피플투피플 새서울지부(People
있으시다시피, 미국에서 수천마일 떨어진 to People International New Seoul
곳에서 사는 것은 언어, 문화, 대도시 Chapter)와 우리 주요 축제들을 위해
생활 같은 어려움을 동반합니다. 하지만 한국 전통 엔터테인먼트 등의 기관과
다행히도 한국 이웃들은 우리 기지를 파트너쉽을 맺고 있습니다. 우리는 서울
돕고, 동반자가 되기를 항상 자원하고 경찰 부서와 협력하여 여러분과 여러분의
있습니다. 가족들을 부대 내외에서 재앙으로부터
또한 많은 한국 이웃들은 우리가 이 안전하게 보호하려고 노력하고 있습니다.
곳에 머무름에 감사를 표하고 있습니다. 여러분들이 밤에 안전하게 주무실
젊은 층들이 함께 사진을 찍자고 권유를 수 있도록 한국 경찰이 우리 영역을
한다던가 지하철에서 나이 지긋하신 보호하는데 도움을 주고 있으며, 한국
분들께서 어린 아이들에게 사탕을 이웃들은 매 주 있는 신입자 서울 관광을
나눠주시는 것처럼, 한국인들의 따뜻하고 후원하고 있습니다. 이는 한국 이웃들이
너그러운 면모는 틀림없는 사실입니다. 우리가 한국에서 생활함에 있어서 더
이러한 것들이 용산 기지로 하여금 공동체 빨리 적응하고, 좋은 시간을 보내도록
THE MORNING CALM
도와주려는 아주 작은 예에 불과합니다.
저는 여러분들이 한국에서 안전하고
보람있는 삶을 보내도록 노력하고
있습니다. 언제든 가능할 때마다, 우리는
한국 친구들과 함께 우리가 하고 있는
서비스를 증가시키고, 사람들이 원하는
새로운 서비스를 바로 개설하려하고
있습니다. 또한 저는 여러분들이 공동체를
위해 다시 환원할 수 있도록 권장하고
싶습니다. 기지 내외에서 봉사활동 하거나,
좋은 이웃 프로그램 (Good Neighbor
program) 에 참여하는 것, 그리고 몇 주간
한국 청소년을 집에 머물게하면서 영어를
가르치게하는 여름 영어 캠프에 참여하는
것들을 고려해보시길 권장합니다.
여러분이 어떤 것들을 결정하던 간에,
저는 여러분들이 우선시 하는 것들을
이루어서 한국 친구들을 잘 알게되고,
공동체 생활에 있어서 역할을 갖기를
희망하고 있습니다.
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