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JANUARY 7, 2011 • Volume 9, Issue 12 Published for those serving in the Republic of Korea http://imcom.korea.army.mil
2ID receives new combat vehicles From Eighth Army Public Affairs
An M1A2 Abrams Tank from 2nd
Battalion, 72nd Armor Regiment,
YONGSAN GARRISON — Units of
2nd Infantry Division pull security
the 2nd Infantry Division began ac-
detail in Korea — U.S. Army photo quiring new M1A2 Abrams Tanks and
by Staff Sgt. Keith D. McGrew M2A2 Bradley Fighting Vehicles in
December and will continue to receive
these vehicles through May.
The new vehicles are an upgrade to
the current fleet of 2ID’s combat vehicles
in South Korea. The new vehicles are fit-
ted with improved tracking systems, fire
control systems, and improved armor
that better equips 2ID for the battlefield
of the 21st century.
“While this is not an increase in the
number of U.S. combat vehicles on the
Korean Peninsula, it is a significant in-
crease in combat capability,” said Lt. Gen.
John D. Johnson, 8th Army commander.
“Our Soldiers will be equipped with
the most advanced tank in the world,”
added Johnson. “We owe it to our Sol-
diers to provide them with the best
equipment available.”
This type of operation is a routine
force modernization process for the U.S.
Army. The older vehicles will be shipped
back to the U.S. to be completely refur-
bished.
“This is part of the Army’s moderniza-
tion plan,” said Johnson. “It will keep our
forces at the highest level of readiness.
“It is also a key indicator of the impor-
tance our Army places on troops here in
Korea,” he said. x
KATUSA
By Cpl. Chae Ki-soo, ance since July 1950, when the program Although the two nations are strong
19th ESC Public Affairs was established by an informal agree- allies, there are some innate differenc-
ment between ROK President Syng- es in military customs and culture.
CAMP HENRY, Korea — The man Rhee and Gen. Douglas MacAr- The main difference is the U.S.
U.S. and Republic of Korea form and thur. maintains a voluntary military service,
A Symbol of U.S.- maintain one of the strongest alli-
ances in the world, contributing to
Sixty years later, there are more
than 3,000 KATUSA’s serving on the
providing many different incentives
and privileges to those U.S. citizens
Korea Alliance for the welfare of both nations.
Korean Augmentees to the U.S.
peninsula and the alliance still stands
steady as a rock due to the unwavering
who wish to enlist.
On the other hand, South Korea
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Editor: Russell Wicke
Layout Assistant: Sgt. Park Kab-rock
USAG-RED CLOUD
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Visioning
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CI Officer: Kevin Jackson
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Police Blotter
The following entries were ex-
cerpted from the police blotters
the previous week. These entries
may be incomplete and do not
imply guilt or innocence.
USAG Red Cloud
Assault on Military Police and
Drunk and Disorderly: Subject
struck a fire extinguisher case
causing the glass to break, sus-
taining a laceration to his hand.
Upon arrival of Military Police,
an odor of alcoholic beverage was
detected emitting from the Sub-
ject. A check of his ID card re-
vealed he was under the legal age
to consume alcoholic beverages.
During apprehension, the Sub-
ject became belligerent, resisted
apprehension and head butted
the MP in the face. He was ap-
prehended and transported to
the PMO where he was adminis-
tered a portable breath test, with
a result of 0.159 percent blood
alcohol content. He was released
to his unit with instructions to
report to the PMO at a later time,
when he was advised of his legal
rights, which he waived render-
ing a written sworn statement
admitting to the offense.
USAG Yongsan
Drunk and Disorderly and Sim-
ple Assault on Military Police:
The Ice Village
Subject acted hostile toward Mil- Inside the Namsan Hanoak Villiage, located in Seoul, Korea, it took
itary Police when asked about a more than cold weather and a mere ice sculpture to kick off the
noise complaint. He aggressively start of winter — workers there spent more than five days building
challenged and rushed at the MP and sculpting an entire traditional Korean village from blocks of
several times. Subject was ap- ice Dec. 21-26. The structure stood until Monday. The main image
prehended and transported to above is a high-dynamic range composition with a painterly effect.
the PMO. While in transport, he The smaller image is a standard photo of pillars near the village
screamed vulgarities at the MP entrance. — Photos by Russell Wicke
several times. Due to his level of
intoxication, he was processed
and released to his unit with in-
structions to return to the PMO
at a later time where he was ad-
SIGHTS AND SOUNDS: Off–post events and activities
vised of his legal rights, which he
invoked. Korean Folk Village Hours of Operation — 9 a.m. to measuring 25,000 pyeong (82,650
The Korean Folk Village in Gyeong- 5 p.m. (Saturdays 5:30 p.m.) square meters), keeps visitors dry even
USAG Humphreys gi-do (near Seoul) is found in a wood- Admission — 12,000 won for on rainy days with a glass dome that
Driving Under the Influence: land environment occupying approxi- adults, 8,000 won for children covers the entire space.
Subject, while operating a private mately 243 acres, where visitors may Website — www.koreanfolk. Magic Island, Korea’s first park
vehicle was stopped for swerving take in the vista of over 260 traditional co.kr/folk/english/index.htm (Eng- built around a lake, is linked to Lotte
erratically adjacent to the Ex- houses reminiscent of the late Joseon lish) Adventure via a monorail system and
change Gas Station. Military Po- period, including various household Address — 107, Bora-dong, Gi- overpass.
lice detected an odor of alcoholic goods from the different regions. All heung-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do Popular rides on Magic Island in-
beverages emitting from his per- these features have been relocated and clude Gyro Drop, where brave souls ex-
son, noticed that he was slurring restored to provide visitors with a gen- Lotte World perience the thrill of Bungee jumping
his speech, and also had difficul- eral view of Korean food, clothing, and The Lotte World complex is a theme while enjoying the beautiful scenery of
ty using basic motor skills. Sub- housing style of a past era. park bonanza that also abounds with Seokchon Lake. Atlantis Adventure is a
ject was administered a Portable About twenty workshops with ex- both shopping and entertainment fa- daring combination of a roller coaster
Breath Test, with a result of 0.132 pert craftsmen can be seen making cilities. and a flume ride, while the recently
percent blood alcohol content. pottery, baskets, windows, bamboo The Folk Museum offers colorful opened Pharaoh’s Fury is a wild safari
Subject was transported to the wares, and embroidery. In the Korean insight into Korea’s 5000-year histo- simulation into the mysteries of An-
Korean National Police station. Folk Village, where the customs and ry, while the indoor grounds of Lotte cient Egypt.
KNP accepted full jurisdiction. lifestyles of past generations have been World is filled with specialty boutiques
faithfully maintained without impair- and toy stores that will delight children Amenities — Changing room
USAG Daegu ment, various lifestyles prevalent dur- of all ages. There’s also a large, repu- (diapers and women’s items avail-
Disorderly Conduct: Subject ing the Joseon period can be experi- table Lotte Department Store on one able), stroller and wheelchair ser-
punched Victim in the chest area enced. end of the mall and a bargain hunter’s vice, first aid office
when he was denied entrance You can visit the Folk Museum Lotte Mart on the other. Lotte World Facilities — Information desk,
into a club. Subject was detained and Art Museum (scheduled to open remains a popular shopping and lei- meeting plaza, lost and found, lock-
and released to Korean National soon) to see and learn about the es- sure destination for parents with small ers, ATM, picnic area
Police. Subject was then trans- sence of Korean culture and folk cus- children. Hours of Operation — Monday
ported to the KNP station where toms which are not normally displayed Lotte World, a colorful recreational to Thursday 9:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.
he was processed and released in the open-air setting. Korean Wave complex offers sightseeing, adventure, Friday to Sunday, Holidays 9:30 a.m
into Military Police custody. Sub- fans would be pleased to know that the mystery, sports activities and cultural to 11 p.m.
ject was transported to the PMO historical movie “Scandal” and the TV events, and is comprised of numerous Address — 40-1, Jamsil-dong,
where he was further processed miniseries “Jewel in the Palace” were indoor and outdoor facilities. Lotte Songpa-gu, Seoul(Subway - Line 2
and released to his unit. filmed here. Adventure, an indoor theme park area Jamsil Station, Exit 4)
Source: http://www.seoulselection.com; www.korea.net, http://english.tour2korea.com, www.visitseoul.net — No endorsement implied.
NEWS • PAGE 4
http://imcom.korea.army.mil NEWS THE MORNING CALM
“I
recipient since the Vietnam War. post to the other and my mom’s motto
“What you see in both of those was ‘Make the best of it.’ That’s no
stories are the trust that you see across kidding. What I found as an Army guy
the Army,” Casey said. “It’s that bond is that we are asking too much of our
and trust that has held this great Army Soldiers and families to just ask them
couldn’t be prouder of what together during the last decade of war to ‘Make the best of it.’”
and what makes us what we are today – The visit to Camp Casey also
we’ve accomplished as an Army for our the best Army in the world.” included stops at Casey Elementary
country..” The general also took comments and School, the American Forces Network
fielded questions from the audience Korea to tape a holiday message to
about the U.S. Forces Korea Command the troops, the Pear Blossom Family
— Gen. George W. Casey, Jr. Sponsorship Program, preschools in Outreach Center and concluded with
Army chief of staff Korea, Army Correspondence Courses lunch with 302nd Brigade Support
and contract employees filling non- Battalion Soldiers. x
USAG-RC • PAGE 6
http://redcloud.korea.army.mil USAG RED CLOUD THE MORNING CALM
News & Notes Red Cloud sponsors magic show for children
By Pfc. Mardicio Barrot to make sure Christmas was enjoyed Domingo said an estimated 140
Employment Opportunity USAG Red Cloud Public Affairs by some of the needy children in the people – including 100 sponsors –
Servco, Inc. is looking for a community,” he said. participated in the event. The sponsors
qualified applicant to provide RED CLOUD GARRISON — An 8-year-old girl sponsored by were grateful for the opportunity to
military personnel service Soldiers from Red Cloud Garrison David Roudybush from the DFMWR bring some Christmas spirit to the
support to Soldiers and family brought a little Christmas magic to Business Operations Division asked children.
members at Camp Casey. The indigent children from Uijeongbu for a doll, a winter jacket and food “The children who were here were
position is located in the Military during a program at Mitchell’s Sports because her family didn’t have enough amazing,” said Pfc. Jung Sung-jae,
Personnel Division at Maude Grill Dec. 19. to eat. Roudybush gave her all three. HHC, USAG Red Cloud, who co-
Hall. Qualified applicants The Adopt-a-Needy Child and Entertainment for the event sponsored Yi. “To see them smile and
should have two to five years of Magic Show was sponsored by was provided by a magician from have a good time was a gift in itself.
experience and be familiar with U.S. Army Garrison Red Cloud’s JS Entertainment in Seoul who It felt really good to give back to the
standards concepts, practices Directorate of Family and Morale, performed a myriad of tricks that left children and let them know that we
and procedures within MPD. Welfare and Recreation to give Soldiers the audience awestruck and classic truly care about them.”
Email a resume with contact an opportunity to bring some holiday Christmas carols were performed by Other Soldiers agreed that giving
information to addie.mcduffie@ season joy to local Korean children. the 2nd Infantry Division Band. back to needy children is important
us.army.mil or bring it to Maude DFMWR asked the Census Bureau Each child and sponsor received a not only because of the holidays but
Hall, Bldg. S-2440, Rm. 138. For in Uijeongbu to identify indigent photograph of them with Santa Claus because it has the potential to change
more information, call 730-3828. families with children 13 years old to remember the occasion. The festive their outlook on life.
and under to participate in the holiday spirit – complete with gifts – “You can tell by the children’s
Osan Air Base Express event. DFMWR was then provided a struck a nerve with the children. expressions that they really enjoyed
The express bus that takes biography about each child and their “I really had a lot of fun,” said Yi the event,” March said. “It was good
patrons from Camp Casey and wish list of three affordable gifts that it Sang-hui, a 12-year-old Korean girl to put a smile on their faces and share
Red Cloud Garrison to Osan gave to the sponsor. sponsored by 1st Sgt. Trinette March, some of our blessings as Soldiers with
Air Base on weekends and U.S. To participate, sponsors were Headquarters and Headquarters the Korean kids.”
holidays has changed its hours asked to spend time with their child, Company, USAG Red Cloud, through Spc. Robert McDonough, HHC,
effective Dec. 18. The bus departs purchase traditional Christmas meals a translator. “My favorite part of the USAG Red Cloud, a sponsor of Ui
Casey at 9 a.m. and Red Cloud for both of them and provide one show was when the magician pulled Sang-han, an 11-year-old boy said, “It’s
at 9:40 a.m. It arrives at Osan at or more gifts from the child’s wish the bird out of the hat; I’ve never seen always good to give back around the
11:30 a.m. It departs Osan for the list, according to Marenzo Domingo, anything like that before.” holidays. When you give back to those
return trip to Warrior Country at DFMWR entertainment and special “It was good to have a chance to talk who are less fortunate you really show
3:30 p.m., arrives at Red Cloud at events coordinator. to Soldiers and get gifts. I feel like I have the true meaning of Christmas and
5 p.m. and at Casey at 5:50 p.m. “This was an opportunity for us gained new friends for Christmas.” everyone can appreciate that.” x
Patriot Express
A Soldier who misses a
movement on the Patriot Express
may be subject to punishment
under Article 87 of the Uniform
Code of Military Justice. The
Commercial Travel Office will
not issue a reservation on another
flight without a memo from the
first O-6 in the Soldier’s chain
a command. The Soldier will be
rebooked on the next available
PE flight. If there is an impact to
the mission and the Soldier must
travel on a commercial flight, the
O-6 must authorize this in the
memo and state the reason why
a commercial flight is necessary.
Two transportation charges will
be assessed – one for the missed
flight and a second for the
rebooked flight. Depending on
the circumstances a commander
may direct the Soldier to pay the
cost of the missed movement.
Unregistered Bicycles Orphans from the Isaac Children’s Home in Uijeongbu examine the holiday gift bags they received from U.S. Army Garrison Red
Owners of unregistered bicycles Cloud Directorate of Logistics employees during a visit Dec. 15. — U.S. Army photo by Cpl. Jin Choi
and those that appear to be
News & Notes Army Chief of Staff meets with troops for holiday
CYSS is looking for you Gen. George Casey and his wife visit Yongsan to meet with Soldiers
Want to earn a little extra income tioned the crowd.
By Sgt. Opal Vaughn (CSA), the highest ranking officer in
while helping children? Then The Soldiers responded, “Hooah!”
USAG Yongsan Public Affairs the U.S. Army and is a member of the
CYSS is looking for you! We He chuckled to himself, “let the
Joint Chiefs of Staff.
always have continuous entry record reflect that was a moderately
YONGSAN GARRISON - Army “We’re heading around the world
level positions that start at $10 charged hooah! All in favor?”
Chief of Staff Gen. George Casey and just trying to talk to as many Soldiers,
an hour. Lead teachers can make This time the response was a little
his wife Sheila met with Soldiers be- families and civilians as possible just
$13-17 an hour. These positions louder. “Ah, that’s much better!”
fore the Christmas holiday while at to say thank you and wish you a very
require a Child Development No question was tough enough or
Garrison Yongsan, Dec. 22. Merry Christmas and a best 2011,” said
Associate credential or 12 hours of went unanswered as he continued his
“Well Merry Christmas everybody,” Casey. “But what I would also like to
education in early or elementary opening remarks.
Casey smiled. “It’s nice to be out here do is give a short update about where
education. CYSS benefits include “’Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’ I suspect
with you all.” I see us, where we’ve come as an Army
tuition assistance and employee the President will sign that into law
No need for introduction but for and where we are, and then a little bit
discounts of up to 50%. Upper Wednesday DC time and it will be-
formality’s sake Casey is the 36th Chief about what the next three, five years
management positions (School come the law of the land. Now, what
of Staff of the United States Army might be like. All in favor?” he ques-
Liaison Officer and Functional you need to understand is that it will
Technology Specialist) are also not go into effect until 60 days after
available. Applicants must go to the President, the Secretary of Defense
www.cpol.army.mil to apply. and the Chairman Joint Chiefs certify
that we are prepared for implemen-
Girl Scout cookies are coming tation and that implementation will
Sales begin on January 7, 2011 not affect military readiness. Until
Contact a local Girl Scout then, continue to do what we’ve always
leader or come see us at the done and that is to treat all our fel-
following locations on Fridays, low Soldiers with dignity and respect.
Saturdays, and Sundays at And when the time comes Troops we
Yongsan Commissary, South Post are going to execute this in the same
Shoppette, and Yongsan PX. Girl military discipline and manner that
Scouts: Building girls of courage, we have implemented every mission
confidence, and character who that has been given to us in the last
make a world a better place 235 years. So stay steady in the saddle,
it’s all going to be okay. That’s what
AFSC Scholarships makes us the Army that we are today -
The AFSC is proud to support a bond of trust. So thank you for what
hardworking students in our you do, thank you for what your fami-
community! This year we have lies do, God bless you all and have a
expanded eligibility requirements great Christmas and a wonderful 2011.
so that the student or parent does Army Chief of Staff Gen. George Casey and his wife Sheila meet with Soldiers before
the Christmas holiday while at Garrison Yongsan, Dec. 22. - U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Thanks very much.” x
NOT have to be a member of the opal. vaughn@korea.army.mil
AFSC to receive a scholarship! Opal Vaughn
If you are in Area I or an USAG
Yongsan resident and a ration
card holder, or are a dependent of
USCIS: total naturalized surpass one thousand in Seoul
an Area I or USAG Yongsan ration
card holder, you are eligible to
52 Servicemembers and their family become new U.S. citizens
apply! Applications are available By Sgt. Luz Marin
online at www.afsckorea.org and
USAG Yongsan Public Affairs
must be returned to the Chosun
Gift Shop by March 5, 2011
YONGSAN GARRISON - U.S. Citi-
Troy University zenship and Immigration Services
The Drug Wars of mexico seminar held a Naturalization Ceremony at
will be presented at the second the Garrison’s Multiplex Theater on
floor of Education Building, Dec. 22 which marked a record figure.
Friday, January 28th, 2011. The Thirty-eight Servicemembers, eleven
seminar starts at 11:30 a.m. and spouses, and two children brought
speaker will be Dr. Andrew the total number of naturalizations in
Bosworth. Bring a lunch or join in Seoul to exceed one thousand.
ordering pizza together. “Overseas military naturalization
is a special process only authorized
Three Kingdom Inn Closure by the U.S. President during time of
The Three Kingdom Inn dining war. The first time Servicemembers
facility building # 1533, Main were naturalized overseas was during
Post is scheduled to undergo a the Korean War. Later in 2003 due to
major restoration project from the War on Terrorism President Bush
December 1, 2010 through January authorized it solely for Active Duty
Active Duty Servicemembers raise their right hand and recite the 122-word oath to
31, 2011. The 1st Signal Sports Café, Servicemembers. Since then Germany,
Italy, Afghanistan, Japan, and Korea become Citizens of the United States of America, Dec. 22. - U.S. Army photo by Sgt.
building # S-1067, Camp Coiner Luz Marin
will feed diners who normally have carried out the naturalizations,”
subsist in the Three Kingdoms Inn said Francis Leigh, Overseas Adjudica- “My husband came from Bolivia U/C/J-5, UNC, CFC, USFK.
DFAC. Additional DFAC buses tion Officer, DHS/USCIS. when he was 18, he joined the Army “Impressive and truly special today
will be provided. For more details, “In 2008 President Bush expanded exactly one year from tomorrow, this is the path each of you chose to become
call at 738-7211/7214. the naturalization to include spous- is a great Christmas present, I’m so ex- an American to include the spouses
es and children of Active Duty Ser- cited for him,” said April Rivero as she and military dependents who sacrifice
Walker Center Reservations vicemembers. Since 2003 USCIS has waited for the ceremony to begin. so much while we are in the Military.
Reservations are required to stay naturalized over 8,000 individuals “You represent 22 nations, different You have already defended and pro-
at the Walker Center. Please email overseas. Today will mark a significant birth places throughout the world, this moted those principles and ideals of
walkercenter@korea.army.mil for achievement for USCIS Seoul office, is a reflection of the face of America freedom by serving in the armed forc-
the required reservation form. the total number of U.S. Military and itself, a population that is united by es at a time when you were fully aware
family members naturalized surpassed the principles and ideals of freedom that this country was at war. That is a
one thousand,” added Leigh. and principles of democracy rather reflection of your honor, your courage
For a complete list of community infor- The theater housed an audience than united by race, ethnicity, or reli- and your commitment to becoming an
mation news and notes, visit the USAG of friends and family members all set gion,” said Maj. Gen. Mark Gurganus, American; you made and continue to
Yongsan Facebook page at with cameras, flowers, and balloons in Commander, U.S. Marine Corps Forc-
http://www.facebook.com/youryongsan show of support for their loved ones. es Korea and Assistant Chief of Staff, — See NATURALIZATION, Page 12 —
JANUARY 7, 2011 USAG YONGSAN USAG-Y • PAGE 11
http://yongsan.korea.army.mil
New Year’s
Resolution
By Cpl. Choe Yong-joon
USAG Yongsan Public Affairs
What would you like to do in year 2011? What
is your new year’s resolution as well as plan
to achieve them? Find out what more than
6,300 Yongsan community members are
talking about by becoming a USAG Yongsan
Facebook Fan at facebook.com/youryongsan!
(Comments are kept in their original form)
Diana Adcox
Moreno Reich
Facebook Fan
Kim Minseok
Facebook Fan
My daughter and I go inside a snow globe with Christmas lights and decorations in downtown Seoul Dec. 18. —
Courtesy photo by Lori Walton Cady
My New Year’s resolution is to smile all day and to See yourself in the Morning Calm when you become a USAG Yongsan Facebook Fan. Just post your travel photos
make a tentative career plan after my ETS day. I wish to our page with a quick description covering who, what, when, where and why and we’ll see you in the paper. -
all the people have their best year! Your Yongsasn PAO team
USAG-Y • PAGE 12
http://yongsan.korea.army.mil USAG YONGSAN THE MORNING CALM
Headquarters and Headquarters Company, United States Army Garrison Yongsan pre-
pares to hand responsibility from outgoing First Sgt. Michael Odom to incoming First
Sgt. Ronald Nagy during a ceremony at Trent Gym, Dec. 17. - U.S. Army photo by Sgt.
Opal Vaughn
Help the Child, Youth & School Services improve snack menu
Attention all CYSS Patrons: The Installation Management Command’s Family, Morale, Welfare and Recreation department needs
your feedback in an effort to standardize and improve their snack menu throughout Korea. Please take the online survey by going to:
http://cysskorea.com
Click on “Snack Survey” at the center of the page to give your feedback.
IMCOM-K • PAGE 14
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NEWS THE MORNING CALM
Area I Worship Schedule Area II Worship Schedule Area III Worship Schedule Area IV Worship Schedule
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, 754-7274 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, alfred.grondski@us.army.mil, 732-6016 michael.jones124@us.army.mil, 765-8991
754-7042
IMCOM-K • PAGE 16
http://imcom.korea.army.mil FEATURE THE MORNING CALM
Pfc. Kong Byeong-Hun turns the tables and pins Pfc. Stanley Waithima. Both are
Pfc. Stanley Waithima has an edge over Pfc. Kong Byeong-hun while taking part assigned to the 563rd Medical Logistics Company, Camp Carroll, and are taking
in Army Combatives Training at the Camp Carroll Gym. The training, which is part in Army Combatives Training at the Camp Carroll Gym. The training, which is
recognized throughout the Army, involves ground level combative techniques that recognized throughout the Army, involves ground level combative techniques that
can be useful to Soldiers in close combat situations once down range. can be useful to Soldiers in close combat situations once down range.
USAG-D • PAGE 26
http://daegu.korea.army.mil USAG DAEGU THE MORNING CALM
t News & Notes Fire officials turn up the heat on space heaters
Martin Luther King Jr. Poetry Night Story and photo by Andrew Allen January and February; this peak how are you staying warm this winter?
Tuesday, Jan. 11 at 6 p.m. at Hilltop USAG Daegu Deputy Fire Chief accounts for 34 percent of fires in In your home, office or out in the field,
Club. Join us in celebrating the life of homes for the entire year! staying warm is a primary issue to us all.
DAEGU GARRISON — Tragedy On average the US has 54,500 P l a n a h e a d ; C e n t ra l h e a t i n g
Dr. King. If you would like to do an
strikes American and Korean homes home fires attributed to heating as systems are the best as long as they
original or published reading, please
and businesses every year because the primary cause of the fire each year. are maintained. If you need a space
email: matthew.seabert@korea.army.
of space heaters! Last week 8 people Within these fires, 190 people died and heater and you live on post, DPW must
mil or brittiane.v.staton@korea.army.
died in New Orleans as they tried to 624 are injured. approve there use first, even in your
mil in advance.
stay warm on a cold winter’s night. Burn barrels to UL listed radiator home! Here are some safety tips for
Be Wise, Winterize Residential heating fires peak in type heaters to central heating systems, buying and using space heaters:
Prepare for a safe winter. Check tire 1. On post, to include military housing
pressure, make sure your vehicle’s four- and barracks, the use of privately
wheel drive system is working properly, owned space heaters is prohibited in all
change the engine oil an adjust the buildings, tents and vehicles. (Ref. 8th
viscosity grade, inspect the wiper fluid, AK PAM 420-1)
check the battery and charging system, 2. Off post residence or when
and check antifreeze mixture. For more approved for use on post: Select or
information call Camp Henry Auto Skills purchase only a space heater with a guard
at 768-8164. around the heating element, and choose
Texas Hold’Em a space heater that has been tested and
Thursday, Jan. 13 at 6 p.m. at the certified by a nationally recognized
Hideaway Club. Buy in is $20 per testing laboratory such as UL. These
person, free meal, and weekly prizes for heaters meet specific safety standards.
first, second, and third place and points 3. Place the heater on a level, hard
awarded toward playing in the final and nonflammable surface, not on rugs,
game for a $1,000 prize. Call 765-8574 carpets or wet surfaces. Keep the heater
for more information at least three feet from bedding, drapes,
furniture, or other flammable materials.
Matting & Framing Class 4. Never leave a space heater on when
Instruction will be provided the Arts & you go to sleep and never place a space
Crafts Center upon request and during heater close to any sleeping person.
normal operation hours. For more 5. Turn the space heater off an unplug
information call 764-5692 it if you leave the area. Keep children
Gosu Cave Tour and pets away from space heaters.
Saturday, Jan. 29 departing from the 6. DO NOT plug a heater into a
Camp Walker Commissary at 8 a.m. transformer – Use heaters that are
and the Camp Carroll CAC at 9 a.m. designed for use with the buildings
Entrance fee is 6,000 won. Call 765-8325 electrical system. On post this means
for more information. you need a 110 volt heater and off post
you need a 220 volt heater. Using a
Financial Counseling Services
transformer doubles your chances of
Financial counseling for soldiers
a fire!
and family members with emphasis This space heater was recently found during a Fire Prevention Visit. How many 7. Never plug a heater into an
on managing personal finances and items do you see within 3 feet of the heater that can burn? What else is wrong extension cord. Heaters must be
tracking spending habits. Development with this picture? Answers: What can burn within 3 feet; the desk, modular plugged into wall outlets only.
of a personal financial plan, retirement furniture wall, trash can, and the pants and legs of the person at the desk. What If you have questions about fire safety,
plan, and college saving plan. For more
information call 768-8127 or 768-7112
else is wrong; the heater is plugged into an extension cord and the safety guard please contact your local Fire Prevention
for ACS, financial readiness program is damaged. Office for assistance. x
manager.
MLK Birthday Seafood Buffet &
Heroes: One could be standing next to you at any time
Line dance Contest By Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Milton Johnson within your reach. More importantly –
Friday, Jan. 14 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. USAG Daegu Garrison Chaplain you are a hero!
at the Hilltop Club. MLK celebration But even the brightest and strongest
line dance (R&B/C&W) starting at 8 DAEGU GARRISON — It’s January. of heroes need inspiration from time to
p.m. Best team will win a cash award The holidays are over and it is time to time. I recently received the following
and trophy plus bragging rights. USAG get back to work. But, it is also time from a friend, and would like to share
Daegu need a team of four or more, to reflect on how we want to order our it with you. This year I shall:
ages 18 years and up. schedules and conduct our lives in the Like Paul, forget those things
next four quarters of the New Year. In that are behind, and press forward;
FMWR Marketing addition, it is time to ask a very sobering like David lift up mine eyes unto
Can’t find your favorite menu at the and serious question – Who will I seek the hills whence cometh my help;
club? Got a party theme your friends to influence or help the most over the like Abraham, trust implicitly in
would love? Have a program idea for next twelve months? Will it be my my God; like Enoch, walk in daily
teens? Tell us what you would do if children, students, best friend, church fellowship with my Heavenly Father;
you could reach out and touch FMWR member, spouse, family member, or like Jehoshaphat, prepare my heart
programs, events and activities and stranger? Besides, who will very likely to seek God; like Moses, choose
you could win $100 in FMWR gift impact my life the most and probably rather to suffer than to enjoy the
certificates. Suggestions can be e-mailed be my role model in 2011? Well, Paul pleasure of sin for a season; like
to laurel.baek@korea.army.mil Simon sang about these questions many Daniel, commune with God at all
years ago in his “Graceland” album. times; like job be patient under all
Those are remarkable questions circumstances; like Caleb and Joshua,
to ask and the answers are just as Martin Luther King – take your pick, refuse to be discouraged because
interesting. The truth is – each of us they are all gone. However, plenty of of superior numbers; like Gideon
will impact somebody’s life during the heroes cross our paths all the time: advance even though my friends are
New Year, and someone will make a single mothers who work hard every few; like Aaron and Hur, uphold the
difference in our lives as well. In my day to keep their families together, hands of my leaders with prayer and
opinion, when you touch a person’s life young soldiers who labor morning and support; like Andrew strive to lead
in a special way, you are a hero. And, afternoon, and go to school at night, my brothers and sisters to God; like
when someone else has a profound as much as they can to further their Stephen, express a forgiving spirit
effect on your life, that individual is education. And, the ordinary people towards all who seek my hurt.
also a hero. in our office, and at religious gatherings Realizing that I cannot hope to
The problem is - there seems to be who take special time to listen and care achieve those objectives from my own
just a handful of heroes left, when in for friends and strangers. These are all strength, I shall rely upon the power of
fact there are many of them all around heroes in one way or another. God, for I can do all things in him who
us. John Kennedy, John Wayne, Dr, Take a look around – heroes are all strengthens me. Happy New Year. x
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EFMP family members share a few moments with Col. Kathleen Gavle, Commander, USAG Daegu, during the 2010 Holiday Meet and Greet festivity held at ACS on Camp Henry,
Dec 22 — U.S. Army photo by Cpl. Jang Bong-seok
Army Emergency Relief (AER) offers college aid for dependent children and spouses
HQ, Army Emergency Relief verify the student’s DEERS status at academic expenses at the attending vocational institutions under contract
1-800-538-9552. University/School and are disbursed at the education office and approved
ALEXANDRIA, VA — The MG
Applications for the 2011-2012 AY equally between the Fall and Spring by the U.S. Department of Education.
James Ursano Scholarship Program
scholarships are now available online semesters/quarters to assist with Spouses are not eligible if they are
is for dependent children of Soldiers
from December 1, 2010 – April 1, 2011 at tuition, books, fees and supplies. visiting outside the command and
(Active Duty, Retired and Deceased).
www.aerhq.org. Online applications Students must maintain a cumulative take correspondence courses online.
AER’s MG James Ursano Scholarship
must be submitted by April 1, 2011. grade point average of at least 2.0 on Attendance under OSEAP need
Program is for full-time students
Other deadlines are in the instructions. a 4.0 grading scale. not be full time. Spouses may
at an undergraduate, technical or
AER will notify applicants about their Applications for the 2011-2012 AY participate in additional programs
vocational institution accredited by
scholarship in June 2011. scholarships are now available online as defined in the Overseas Spouse
the Department of Education and is
The AER Stateside Spouse Education from December 1, 2010 – April 1, 2011 at Education Assistance Program
awarded annually up to four academic
Assistance Program (SSEAP) is for http://www.aerhq.org. Applications (OSEAP) Description, located on
years. Funds may be used for tuition,
spouses of active duty and retired must be submitted by April 1, 2011. the AER web site at www.aerhq.org.
books, fees, supplies or school room
Soldiers, and widow(ers) of Soldiers Other deadlines are in the instructions. Graduate schools and foreign schools
and board. Students may reapply
who died either on active duty or in a AER will notify applicants about their are not eligible.
each year and maintain a cumulative
retired status, and are residing in the scholarship in June 2011. Financial assistance is awarded
grade point average of at least 2.0 on
United States. All spouses must be The AER Overseas Spouse Education up to half the cost of tuition per
a 4.0 grading scale.
registered in the Defense Eligibility Assistance Program (OSEAP) is for term based on financial need, as
A student applying for 2011-2012
Enrollment Reporting System (DEERS) spouses of active duty Soldiers assigned evidenced by income, assets, family
Academic Year (AY) must be under the
which can be verified at 1-800-538-9552. and living at Overseas Commands size, special financial obligations and
age of 23 for the entire AY. The applicant
This program does not apply to second only (Alaska, Hawaii, and Puerto circumstances. The academic year
must be an unmarried dependent child
undergraduate or graduate degrees. Rico are considered for the Stateside consists of five terms.
of an active duty or retired Soldier or
Scholarship awards are based Program not OSEAP). The spouse must Applications for the 2010-2011
a dependent child of a Soldier who
on financial need and are awarded physically reside with the Soldier at the AY scholarships are now available
died in either status. All Soldiers
annually for up to four academic assigned command. at www.aerhq.org. Applications
and students must be registered in
years to attend post secondary school Spouses must be enrolled, accepted, must be submitted online by the
the Defense Eligibility Enrollment
full time as undergraduate level or pending acceptance as students for term deadline date, as listed in the
Reporting System (DEERS). You can
students. Funds are to assist with the entire term in post-secondary or OSEAP instructions. x
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대구기지 사령관
사설
나의 계획, 그리고 우리가 하였습니다. 커뮤니티 서비스 시설로
한팀으로서 “군부대”를 유럽에서 근무해봤던 탈바꿈 할것입니다.
군인, 민간인 그리고 가족들을 우리들은 가족친화적이라는게 이 지역들을 좀더 주의
위해 새해에는 어떻게 변화 어떤 의미 인지 알것입니다. 깊게 살펴본다면 미국의
시킬까 하는것입니다. 우리는 지금의 유럽이나 번 화 가 와 닮 아 가 기
19세기 극작가이자 비평가 미국처럼 워리어 컨트리를 시 작 한 다 는 것 을 알 게
그리고 사회 변형가인, 조지 변화 시키는 과정중에 될것입니다.
베르나드 쇼는 “상상은 있습니다. 이는 우연이 아닙니다.
창조의 시작이다. 원하는것을 지난 8월에 서울 이북지역의 우리는 학교주변의 시설을
상상하라. 네가 얻고자 한걸 첫 학교인 케이시 초등학교를 신중히 검토했습니다.
얻게 될것이고 또 얻고자 열었습니다. 이는 우리가 이것은 팀워크의 일종이며
한걸 창조해 낼것이다.”라고 계획 한것들중 하나에 불과 계 획 을 현 실 로 변 화
말했습니다. 합니다. 별개동은 다가오는 시켰으며 군인과 민간인
워리어 컨트리가 2016 2011-2011 년 학기에 그리고 가족들에게 멋진 “
년 혹은 그 이전에 한강이남 개방될것입니다. 군부대”를 만들었습니다.
지역으로 이전할게 될때를 몇 달 안 에 전 세 계 저의 지역사회에 대한
대비한 우리 지역사회를 위한 어디에서나 기대할수 있는 계획은 단지 시설물들에
확실한 계획이 있고 이를 동등한 수준의 새로운 국한되지 않습니다.
위해 최선을 다할것입니다. 시설들이 케이시 개리슨과 지역사회를 향한 우리의
그리고 저는 몇년이 걸리든 레드클라우드 개리슨에 얼굴이자 워리어 컨트리를
[행크 닷지 대령 가족들에게 제한 되었던 제공될것입니다. 살기좋고 일하기 좋은 곳으로
USAG Red Cloud 사령관] 곳들을 가족 친화적인 이 는 케 이 시 와 만들기 위해 밤낮으로
곳 으 로 변 화 시 키 는 데 레드클라우드에 유스클럽을 고생하는 우리의 직원들을
레드 클라우드 위수 사령부- 주력하겠습니다. 포함한 케이시 학교의 위한것들도 있습니다.
미군 시설 사령부 한국 별개동 근처의 새로운 2011년 시작과 함께
사령관인 데이비드 폭스 어린이 발전 센터입니다. 저의 계획을 쇼가 말한것
2011년 새해가 밝았습니다. 장군이 지난 8월24일 그의 케이시의 게이트웨이 처럼 우리 지역사회를 위한
워리어 컨트리의 미래에 첫 케이시 방문중에 “한국의 클럽뒤에 있는 구 지역사회 우리의 계획을 정확하게
대한 나의 생각을 여러분에게 모든 시설들이 5년 뒤에는 활동센터 또한 개보수중에 실현시키기 위해서 함께
알리고자 합니다. 현재의 모습이 아닌 유럽과 있고 이것은 가족 친화적인 노력했으면 합니다.
우 선 , 레 드 클 라 우 드 같은 모습을 갖출것입니다.” 시설을 지향하는 우리의 당신들의 수고와 노력에
사령부와 제 1지역대에 대한 라고 앞으로의 계획을 제시 목 적 에 맞 게 새 로 운 감사드립니다.