FEBRUARY 18, 2011

FEBRUARY 18, 2011 • Volume 9, Issue 17 Published for those serving in the Republic of Korea http://imcom.korea.army.mil

Region’s top
chefs advance
to Army-level
competition
By Russell Wicke
IMCOM Korea Public Affairs
YONGSON GARRISON — Twelve of the Army’s
best chefs in Korea were recognized at a ceremony
Feb. 11 and sent to Fort Lee, Va., Monday to compete
for bragging rights in the Department of the Army’s
Culinary Arts Competition.
Each year installations from across the globe gath-
er to compete for top honors in culinary arts, and
chefs here have an extraordinary track record for win-
ning top Army awards in their profession, according
to 1st Lt. Timothy Peters, Installation Management
Command Korea logistics and supply officer.
The 12 culinary artists that will represent the U.S.
Army in Korea spent the last six weeks practicing
and perfecting their craft at the K-16 Dining Facil-
ity with Master Sgt. Gregory Welch, IMCOM Korea
senior food manager, as their lead. At the ceremony
a luxurious display of their work was set up as a rep-
resentation of their training and hard work. The U.S.
Army Food Program is designed to cultivate the best
culinary artists – and this training is considered a
privilege, said Peters. But through peer interaction,
the training is also designed to indirectly improve
the quality in all the Army’s chefs. Brig. Gen. David

Celebrate the Culture

Fox, IMCOM Korea commanding general, acknowl-
edged this at the ceremony when he said, “Ultimately
the training they receive will be passed on through
them to their peers.”
The Army level annual Culinary Arts Competition
African American History is center stage in February at Fort Lee, Va., was developed 34 years ago to help
motivate Soldiers in the career of food service. Not
Kouame Solange , performer for Korea’s Africa Cultural Center in Pocheon, demonstrates a traditional African only does this competition give Soldiers a chance to
dance called Temate, performed in the We Language. The dance chronicles the story the planting, growing, har- broaden their knowledge and sharpen their skills in
vesting, cooking, eating and celebrating rice. The 18-member group also performs around Korea and on TV. See culinary arts, said Peters, but it also benefits all service
a full feature story on Page 16, and related African American History story on Page 13. — Photo by Kevin Jackson
— See CULINARY ARTISTS, Page 14 —

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President’s Day comes with cold-weather

The Morning Calm
Published by
Installation Management Command Korea

Commanding General/Publisher:
Brig. Gen. David G. Fox
Editor: Russell Wicke
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USAG-RED CLOUD
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Public Affairs Officer: Kevin Jackson
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USAG-YONGSAN
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IMCOM leaders call for
safety mind-set during
long upcoming weekend
By Brig. Gen. David Fox and
Command Sgt. Maj. David Abbott
IMCOM Korea Leadership
YONGSAN GARRISON — Presi-
dent’s Day began with the passage
of Public Law 90-363 in 1968 and is
a celebration of both George Wash-
ington’s and Abraham Lincoln’s
birthdays. The legislation moved the
legal observance of George Wash-
ington’s birthday from Feb. 22 to
the third Monday in February since
Washington’s birthday fell soon after
Abraham Lincoln’s birthday (Feb. 12).
As we celebrate President’s Day
let’s make safety a top priority. Feb-
ruary temperatures will sometimes
fall well below zero. Cold weather
injuries are a high risk this time of
year. Private vehicle, or POV, acci-
dents continue to be the leading cat-
egory of fatalities across the Army.
During fiscal year 2010 the Army ex-
perienced 114 off-duty Class A POV
accidents resulting in 115 fatalities.
Driving conditions during the win-
ter months may change rapidly and
without warning; snow, black ice,
rain and fog are threats during this
time of year. Increased holiday traffic
and extended hours of darkness also
increase driving risks. Ensure that
your POV is “winter-ready” to oper-
ate in extreme cold weather condi-
tions.
Commanders, Division Chiefs,
Noncommissioned Officers, and
first-line Supervisors will emphasize
Composite Risk Management to re-
duce risks and prevent accidents.
Ensure all assigned Soldiers and Ci-
vilians have completed the training
required by the IMCOM-Korea Win-
ter Safety Campaign (OPORD 10- — Brig. Gen. David Fox —
256). Pre-holiday safety briefings will approved child safety seat. Com-
stress the importance of trip plan- manders will ensure Soldiers use the
ning, changing weather conditions, risk assessment tool, called TRiPS,
the risks of speeding and driving too found on the Combat Readiness
fast on hazardous road conditions, Center website, https:/Icrc.army.mil.
alcohol and driving fatigue. Drivers You are truly our most valuable
are responsible to ensure all passen- asset. Safeguard yourself, your Fam-
gers are wearing seat belts and small ily and friends as we celebrate Presi-
children are properly secured in an dent’s Day. x

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host Korean Cadet
By Gen. Walter L. Sharp
U.S. Forces Korea Commander
YONGSAN GARRISON — I want to
invite you to take part in a unique visit by
hosting a dinner at your home for a few
outstanding military cadets from the Ko-
rean Military Academy, known as KMA.
Every year, we participate in a proud
military tradition of hosting KMA cadets
that symbolizes the strong relationship
between USFK and our Republic of Ko-
rea counterparts. We are honored to have
the opportunity to share our own nation-
al and military culture with the best and
the brightest of the future ROK military
leadership.
On Feb. 22, Combined Forces Com-
mand (or CFC) will host the 67th gradu-
ating class of the KMA for a visit to Yong-
san Army Garrison. During this time, 209
cadets and four cadre will receive brief-
ings and interact with our senior leader-
ship – culminating in a family-style din-
ner voluntarily hosted by USFK service
members. We need your help by volun-
teering to host a dinner. The goal is that
our KMA personnel leave Yongsan with a
better understanding of the CFC mission
and the future of the ROK-U.S. Alliance.
A dinner, hosted by you, is a superb
volunteer opportunity for you to recipro-
cate the hospitality of our Korean hosts.
The dinner activity of the KMA visit rep-
resents an extension of the warmth and
generosity exemplified in the Korean
culture, and a command effort to dem-
onstrate our deep respect for the ROK’s
next generation of military leaders.
I encourage you to once again become
ambassadors of this Alliance and the
United States by volunteering to host one
or more of these fine KMA cadets. To vol-
unteer contact Lt. Col. Denis Rehfeld, J33/
GFB, at DSN: 723-6164 or denis.rehfeld@
korea.army.mil and/or OS1 Douglas
Moseley, J33/GFB NCO, at DSN: 723-8122
or douglas.moseley@korea.army.mil. x
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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. For all
subjects masculine pronouns (he,
his, etc.) are used despite gender.

USAG Red Cloud

Assault Consummated by a Bat-
tery, Conduct Unbecoming Of-
ficer: Subject and Victim were
involved in a verbal altercation
which turned physical when the
Subject pushed the Victim. Upon
arrival, military police observed
the drunken behavior and bel-
ligerence of the subject. After re-
sisting, Subject was apprehended
and transported to the PMO.
Subject was administered a por-
table breath test, but did not pro-
vide a sufficient breath sample.
Due to Subject’s level of intoxica-
tion, Subject was released to his
unit with instructions to report
back to the PMO at a later time.
This is a final report.

USAG Yongsan
Larceny of AAFES Property: Sub-
ject was observed concealing a
box of Coricidin on his person
and exiting the Post Exchange
without rendering proper pay-
ment. Subject was detained and
escorted to the Security Office.

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Upon arrival of military police,
Subject was searched, appre-
hended and transported by MP
to the PMO. Subject was pro-
cessed and released to his unit.
All merchandise was returned to
AAFES. This is a final report.
USAG Humphreys
Failure to Obey General Order
(Spice): During a health and
welfare inspection, an unknown
green leafy substance was found
in Subject’s room. Upon arrival
of military police, it was deter-
mined the green leafy substance
was the same color and consisten-
cy of the synthetic drug known
as Spice. The room was searched
by a Military Working Dog with
negative results. MP searched
the room and approximately 10
hand rolled cigars were found on
a desk. Subject was transported
to the PMO, was processed and
released to his unit. Investiga-
tion continues by MPs.
USAG Daegu
Destruction of Private Prop-
erty: Subject destroyed several
items in an off-post store while
attempting to remove two bot-
tles of liqueur. Subject was ap-
prehended and transported to
the Korean National Police Sta-
tion where he was released into
military police custody. Subject
#1 was transported to the PMO
where he was administered a
Portable Breath Test, with a re-
sult of 0.221 percent blood alco-
hol concentration. Subject was
released to his unit. Estimated
cost of damage is unknown. In-
vestigation continues by MP and
KNP.
This is a high dynamic range image taken at Incheon Internaitonal Airport in Seoul, Korea. It is one of the largest and busi-
est airports in the world. Since 2005, it has been consecutively rated as the best airport in the world by the Airports Council
International and received the full 5-star ranking by Skytrax. Soldiers who fly in here get the experience of one of world’s best
airport regarding technology, service and aesthetics. — Photo by Sean Conolly
SIGHTS AND SOUNDS: Off–post events and activities
National Museum of Art Seoul Museum of Art Gwanghwamun Square
Established in 1969, the National Housed in the former Supreme Gwanghwamun Square is divided
Museum of Art was originally housed Court, the Seoul Museum of Art was into six sections. At its center stands
in a small exhibition hall at Gyeong- restored and renovated to meet con- a statue of King Sejong the Great, the
bokgung Palace, moving in 1973 to temporary needs. The original build- fourth and most respected king of
Seokjojeon Hall at Deoksugung Pal- ing was constructed in 1927 but was the Joseon Dynasty, creator of Korea’s
ace. Seokjojeon is divided into east redesigned to meet the standards of a hangeul alphabet, and a statue of Ad-
and west wings and is an important 21st century art museum. Original art- miral Yi Sunshin, a naval commander
early example of modern Korean stone work and special exhibitions are just noted for his victories against the Japa-
architecture. On Feb. 6, 2004 the east some of the highlights of this excellent nese navy during the Japanese inva-
wing was designated as Registered museum. The six main exhibit areas sions of Korea (1592-1598) and a hero
Cultural Heritage No. 80 and the west include the main exhibit hall, sculp- among Koreans. Other attractions
wing as No. 81. The present museum ture exhibit area and special exhibit include the popular 12·23 Fountain,
is a three-story building, consisting of area displaying collections of Korea’s a sculpture of Haechi (the symbol of
four exhibition halls, an art shop and modern art. Highlights of the museum Seoul), a flower carpet, and Yeoksam-
relaxation areas. include the Cheon Kyung-Ja Hall lo- ulgil on either side of the square.
The museum building, Seokjojeon, cated on the second floor. Here visitors Gwanghwamun Square stretches
blends wooden and stone structures can view 93 donated paintings such as out from Gwanghwamun Gate to Se-
from the Korean and Western tradi- portraits and pictures of still life from jongno Sageori Crossroads. Today it is
tions, respectively, with an outdoor 1940 to 1990 by the artist herself. She is home to the Government’s major ad-
garden and fountain designed in the considered the quintessential female ministrative departments. Originally
Western style. The museum’s location Korean painter. the area was a 16-lane roadway but in
inside the palace means that many vis- The address is: 37, Seosomun-dong, 2009, Seoul Metropolitan Government
itors choose to combine their visit with Jung-gu, Seoul decided to create a landmark nation-
a tour of Deoksugung Palace as well. Hours of Operation: al square by transforming 10 lanes of
Both attractions are easily reached Weekdays 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. the roadway into a public space where
from City Hall Subway Station. Weekends/Holidays 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. people could rest and socialize.
The address is: 5-1 Jeong-dong, Weekends, Holidays during winter The address is Sejongno, Jongno-
Jung-gu, Seoul season 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. gu, Seoul
Price: 3,000 Won Open for free Tuesdays - Fridays, To get there take the subway - Line 5
Hours of Operation: Tuesdays - noon to 1 p.m. Closed on Mondays to Gwanghwamun Station and use Exit
Thursdays, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m., Fridays - Price: 700 Won 1, 2 or 8
Sunday, 9 a.m. – 10:30 p.m. Last admis- To get there take the subway Line 2 English website: square.sisul.or.kr/
sion is 30 minutes before closing time. to City Hall Station. Exit 11 or 12 global/square/eng/index.jsp
Source: http://www.seoulselection.com; www.korea.net, http://english.tour2korea.com, www.visitseoul.net — No endorsement implied.
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Be a taxpayer’s friend:
Conserve energy
By Col. William P. Huber
Yongsan Garrison Commander

YONGSAN GARRISON — If you

have been following the news or keep-
ing in touch with family back home,
you will probably hear a reoccurring
theme: money is tight. Financial stress
has hit Main Street and the Pentagon
alike, but as with many problems, we
have all been forced to reevaluate our
budgets and spend smarter. Garrison
Yongsan is no different. One of the ar-
eas we can spend less and help the en-
vironment is in the energy sector. We
need your help to make this happen,
though.
Garrison Yongsan has begun post-
ing conservation reminders on doors,
washrooms and other official locations
promoting water, electricity and gas
savings. While this is an Army initia-
tive, we also need your help in the of- — Col. William P. Huber —
fice and in your homes as the person
with the hand on the thermostat. All unit or office. Set the example by turn-
of us should think of our thermostats, ing off unnecessary electronics, setting
stove dials, and water spigots as di- the room temperature smartly, being
rectly controlling the flow of taxpayer mindful of wasted resources, and re-
money – yours and mine. That money membering that everything we use in-
is a precious resource, and we have volves a financial cost paid by our great
been entrusted to use that resource Nation.
wisely. Indeed, wise stewardship of our Show them you honor their trust by
financial and natural resources allows being a leader in operating lean and
us to conserve for future generations of clean at home and on the job.
Americans. Call out (if possible).
Join me and the Garrison in pro- All of us should think of our ther-
moting a culture of frugality, whether mostats, stove dials, and water spigots
you are a spouse leading the family or as directly controlling the flow of tax-
a Servicemember or Civilian leading a payer money – yours and mine. x
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Blackfoot recognized, 180 days incident free

By 2nd Lt. Charlie Emmons
4th Squadron, 7th Cavalry Regment

CAMP CASEY – It has been nearly

200 days since B “Blackfoot” Troop
has had an alcohol incident. Those
troopers were individually recognized
by the Division Commander for
their outstanding conduct during a
ceremony on Camp Hovey, Jan. 12.
The troop of 4th Squadron, 7th
Cavalry Regiment, 1st Heavy Brigade
Combat Team was the first unit from
2nd Infantry Division to ever be
awarded the honor.
“It’s all just been on the individual
Soldier’s ability to gel as a unit and keep
each other out of trouble,” said Capt.
Micah Smith, B Troop commander.
Maj. Gen. Michael Tucker, 2nd ID
commanding general, shook each
trooper’s hand after the ceremony.
He said sometimes awarding desired
behavior can have better results than
punishing undesired behavior. The
idea, to award good behavior, stemmed
from the R.E.A.L. Warrior task force, Maj. Gen. Michael Tucker, 2nd Infantry Division commanding general, prepares to place a “Zero Alcohol Incidents” streamer onto
which was formed last year to tackle with B Troop, 4-7th Cav.’s guidon during a ceremony recognizing the troopers for going more than 180 days without an alcohol-
the Division’s alarmingly high alcohol- related incident, Jan. 12. U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Corey Waters, 4-7th Cav.
related incident statistics.
Pvt. Jeffrey Bucurel said he was one of the star to their previous streamer drinking responsibly.” too much, go home.”
of the proud Soldiers to receive the acknowledged that another 90 days His fellow Soldiers cited individual Blackfoot troopers continue to
gesture. passed since their last award. responsibility and leadership support enjoy their streak of positive behavior
“I feel great knowing that I’m here Smith gave the credit to his Soldiers as the main reasons the troop has gone and have their sights set on a 270 day
making history,” he said. for acting like responsible adults. without an alcohol-related incident. incident-free timeline, said Lt. Col.
Blackfoot was awarded a plaque and Pfc. George Welch said Blackfoot “It just has to do with a good support Mike Adams, 4-7th Cav. commander.
a new streamer for their troop guidon, achieved success as a result of system and people being smart,” “If the troopers continue to look out
which reads “Zero Alcohol Incidents” “Soldiers taking care of each other, said Pfc. Corey Mindlin of the medic for one another, there is no reason they
and bears a single star. The addition being responsible for one another, and platoon. “If you know you’re drinking won’t reach that goal.” x

Garrison honors equal opportunity program contributors

By Cpl. Jin Choi
USAG Red Cloud Public Affairs

CAMP RED CLOUD – When U.S.

Army Garrison Red Cloud Equal
Employment Opportunity calls a
group of people together it’s usually
for training or to resolve issues, but
on Jan. 31 it asked the key contributors
to the program in 2010 to attend an
appreciation luncheon in their honor.
The annual luncheon is an
opportunity for the garrison staff
to thank collateral duty counselors,
mediators, Special Emphasis Program
managers and committee members,
and legal and technical advisors
for their contributions to the equal
employment opportunity program.
Those acknowledged during the
luncheon were Dennis Williams, Mike
King and Mike Alexander as counselors;
Mike Turrieta, Hispanic Employment
Program; Robert Cabbagestalk,
Black Employment Program;
Patrick Hannigan, Individuals with
Disabilities Program; Capt. Michael Col. Hank Dodge, U.S. Army Garrison Red Cloud commander, presents a certificate of appreciation to Sgt. 1st Class Bobby Woodruff,
Korte, 2nd Infantry Division Staff 2nd Infantry Division equal opportunity advisor, as Command Sgt. Maj. Nidal Saeed looks on. — U.S. Army photo by Cpl. Jin Choi
Judge Advocate; Jacqui Hicks, Civilian
Personnel Activities Center; and Sgt. Among its six major functions, EEO individuals. When there appears to be Warrior Country.
1st Class Bobby Woodruff, 2ID equal is well known for its advisory role to a disparity, EEO advocates changes to “It’s nice that everybody who is
opportunity advisor for the Special commanders and management and for eliminate identified barriers to equal involved with this EO/EEO process
Emphasis Programs committee. complaint management. employment opportunity. was recognized for their support,”
“We appreciate everybody here, “Commanders spend a lot of time EEO also holds special emphasis Woodruff said.
and the leadership of everybody here trying to fix problems,” Aguigui said. programs that educate the workforce Aguigui, who prepared a potluck
being acknowledged,” said Col. Hank “He fixes what isn’t right. Without him about Asian/Pacific Islanders, African- style meal for the honorees just wanted
Dodge, U.S. Army Garrison Red Cloud and everyone here EEO wouldn’t have Americans, women, Hispanics, to show them how much they mean to
commander. “We really appreciate the best results.” American Indians/Alaska natives and her program.
it, especially when you mitigate legal Garrison EEO also works to ensure individuals with disabilities. Many “They are all valuable assets of
issues. If we can keep the work force equal opportunity is extended in of the honorees helped to bring the EEO staff,” she said. “I greatly
happy it makes for a much more hiring, advancement, training and those programs to Soldiers, civilian appreciate their commitment and
pleasant and work environment.” treatment of targeted groups and employees and family members in selfless dedication to duty.” x
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News & Notes DUI: Know the consequences

Base Access Restricted
U.S. Army Garrison Red
Cloud in conjunction with
the 2nd Infantry Division will
conduct a force protection base
defense exercise Feb. 22-24. Only
Soldiers, Defense Department
civilian employees, family
members with Department of
Defense identification cards
and Korean national employees
with Force Protection Condition
Delta access will be permitted
to enter Camps Casey, Hovey,
Red Cloud and Stanley Feb.
23. All vehicles and people will
be searched, and movement
around the installations
will be very restricted. Most
Family and Morale, Welfare
and Recreation and Army and
Air Force Exchange Service
facilities will be closed Feb. 23.
Casey Elementary School will
remain open. Family members
are encouraged to avoid visiting
the installations Feb. 23 unless
they attend the school or have
a medical appointment or
requirement.
Fitness Center Renovation
The Camp Stanley Fitness
Center will close for renovation
beginning Feb. 15 and will remain
closed for about 6 months. For
more information, call 732-5785.
Game Night
Child, Youth and School
Services will host a free game
night for 6th to 12th grade
students from 5-8 p.m., Feb. 18
in the Camp Casey Community
Activity Center. Pre-registration
and a minimum of 20
participants are required. To sign
up, call 730-3628 or 732-8902.
By Capt. Robyn Schaperjahn for BAC, area commanders will notify
2nd Infantry Division SJA the state motor vehicle agency which
issued the offender’s license.
CAMP RED CLOUD – The Different from U.S. laws, the USFK
consequences stemming from Reg. 190-1 matches Korean Traffic Law
combining alcohol or a controlled Article 41 by lowering the BAC level to
substance with operating a motor .05 percent. Under the ROK laws, if an
vehicle makes the decision to refrain agreement is met between two parties
from driving impaired an easy and involved in an accident, the driver at
obvious choice. However, everyday fault may be relieved from criminal
someone makes the fatal decision punishment. Further, an open-ended
to drive while under the influence. comprehensive insurance policy may
It is important to be aware of these allow for such an agreement. However,
consequences not only for your own if injuries occur in result of a DUI,
knowledge, but also to help educate criminal punishment may ensue
our community and deter this life- regardless of an actual agreement or
threatening behavior. an insurance policy.
Aside from the risks to one’s life Under USFK and ROK law and
and the lives of others, a Soldier who regulation, a driver with a BAC level of
drives under the influence may face .05 percent or greater will automatically
criminal and administrative actions. be charged with a DUI. Under Korean
U.S. Forces Korea regulations require traffic law, the maximum sentencing
an immediate license suspension of is up to three years of confinement
a person suspected of drunk driving and 10 million won. The collateral
until the matter is resolved. If convicted consequences are high in the Korean
for DUI or the Soldier refuses a test to legal system as trial sessions can
determine his blood alcohol content last up to one year, and will result in
level, his license must be revoked for suspension and possible revocation
one year. If found driving while under of the USFK driver’s license. During
suspension of revocation, the Soldier the trial period, the Soldier will be
will lose his license for five years. on international hold and will not be
Further, traffic points will be added to allowed to leave the Republic of Korea.
a Soldier’s record if convicted or made The ROK has primary jurisdiction
to pay a fine under either Korean traffic to prosecute a Soldier for DUIs off
laws or USFK regulations. Once six or post, but may waive this right. If the
more points have accumulated in six ROK chooses to prosecute him, then
months, he will be required to attend regardless of the outcome of the
remedial training. case, it is against U.S. Army policy to
The consequences of a DUI do administer a Uniform Code of Military
not stop with measures taken at your Justice action for the same offense.
installation here in Korea. According However, this does not prevent punitive
to USFK Reg. 190-1, if the Soldier’s actions for additional misconduct that
installation driving privileges are is not being prosecuted by the ROK,
revoked for one year or more, following such as assault or damage to property.
a conviction for DUI or refusal to test There are also administrative
actions that are available regardless of
whether the ROK claims jurisdiction
or if UCMJ action is initiated. For
example, in the case of a DUI or
refusal to test BAC, a general officer
memorandum of reprimand is
mandatory. After reviewing service
records of the offender, commanders
may deem it appropriate to institute an
administrative reduction, a bar to re-
enlistment, and even an administrative
discharge.
If a Soldier is stopped on-post
for DUI, he may face nonjudicial
punishment in the form of an Article
15 or judicial punishment through a
trial by court-martial. Soldiers may
face violations of Article 92, Failure to
Obey Order or Regulation; or Article
111, Drunken or Reckless Operation of
a Vehicle, Aircraft, or Vessel.
Per the USFK regulations,
commanders are required to establish
programs to minimize the contribution
of alcohol and drugs as causal factors
in traffic accidents. Some of the ways
that our commanders emphasize
these countermeasures are by using
special patrols, roadblock programs,
and requiring the referral of DUI
offenders, Soldier or civilian, to the
Army Substance Abuse Program.
ASAP provide services which are
proactive and responsive to the
needs of the Army’s workforce and
emphasize alcohol and drug abuse
deterrence, prevention, education,
and rehabilitation.
Driving while under the influence
is a serious offense that may result in
the loss of your license, your military
career, and the loss of lives. Remember
that while living in Korea, respect
the people and the country’s laws by
driving responsibly and safely. x

School Closed
Casey Elementary School
will be closed Feb. 21 to observe
Presidents’ Day. For more
information, call 730-6444.

Black History Month

Program
A program about African
Americans and the Civil War will
be held from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.,
Feb. 23 in the World Class Café
Dining Facility at Camp Hovey.
The guest speaker is Command
Sgt. Maj. Yolanda Lomax, 70th
Brigade Support Battalion. The
event is sponsored by the 1st
Heavy Brigade Combat Team
equal opportunity team. For
more information, call 730-2727
or 010-5059-0053.

Hooah Fitness Challenge

Warrior Country Sports will
host its 2nd Annual Hooah
Fitness Challenge March 1-May
31. The competition is based
solely on total body fat lost and
total muscle gain vice weight ‘Second to None’ Soldiers train for urban assault
loss. Cash will be given to the top
individual, team duo, civilian RODRIGUEZ LIVE-FIRE RANGE — A “Manchu” Soldier with 2nd Battalion, 9th Infantry Regiment, 1st Heavy Brigade Combat
employee and family member/ Team, conducts Urban Combat Training in his Mission Oriented Protective Posture gear as part of Operation Warrior Forge at
spouse winners. For more Rodriguez Live-Fire Complex, Feb. 13. The exercise which began Feb. 9 will continue on until mid-March. — U.S. Army photo
information, call 730-2322. by Sgt. Ryan Elliott, 1st HBCT Public Affairs
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FMWR crowns 61st ‘best of Warrior Country’

By Pfc. Mardicio Barrot
USAG Red Cloud Public Affairs
CAMP STANLEY — The 61st
Maintenance Company added another
trophy to its overstocked trophy
case, but the 2010 Commander’s Cup
presented by the Directorate of Family
and Morale, Welfare and Recreation
Feb. 11 isn’t just any trophy – it’s
coveted because it’s given to “the best
in Warrior Country.”
Since 1962, the company has
amassed more than 60 trophies from
Warrior Country events. This year
the unit amassed 1,457 points – 390
points more than the runner-up, 2nd
Infantry Division Band, and 442 points
more than the third place finisher,
Headquarters and Headquarters
Troop, 4th Squadron, 7th Calvary
Regiment.
The Commander’s Cup is awarded
to the company that tallies the most
points for first through third place
finishes and participation in DFMWR
events for the calendar year. Not only is
the cup a visible reminder of the unit’s
athletic accomplishments for the year, Larry Butler, U.S. Army Red Cloud sports director, presents Capt. John Norton, 61st Maintenance Company commander, the 2010
it also entitles its Soldiers to Warrior Commander’s Cup during a ceremony at Camp Stanley, Feb. 11. – U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Mardicio Barrot
Country bragging rights for the year.
The 61st Maintenance Co. displayed 61st Maintenance Co. Cloud enclave unit-level softball, “The team events bring out more
a lot of confidence, determination Amazingly, the 61st Maintenance basketball and flag football. people and more competition due to
and sportsmanship by beating out Co. accomplished this fete with just “In doing these events, these the numbers,” said Randy Behr, USAG
69 companies to earn its first ever only 26 Soldiers, of which only 15 who guys showed a lot,” Norton said. Red Cloud sports, fitness and aquatics
Commander’s Cup. helped the unit earn the cup are still in “They proved to be not only physical, director. “To excel in these events takes
“We don’t have a big company, but country. but mentally tough as well, as they a lot of hard work and determination.”
everybody was determined to do great The 61st Maintenance Co. also worked above and beyond to not only For information about participating
things and great things happened,” proved their mettle as a team having participate in events but to be the best in upcoming events, contact Warrior
said Capt. John Norton, commander, taken first place in the Camp Red in them, as well.” Country Sports at 732-6927. x

1-72nd Armor claims basketball title

CAMP CASEY — Kim Seong-hwan from Company B, Division Special Troops Battalion, drives past Yoo Seung-
joon, 1st Battalion, 72nd Armor Battalion, for a lay up during the 2011 Warrior Country KATUSA Basketball
Championship at Camp Casey’s Hanson Fitness Center Jan. 10. 1-72nd Armor behind a game-high 15 points
from Ha Tae-min coasted to a 49-32 win. 1-72nd Armor also won the Warrior Country and 8th Army titles in
2007. Kim Se-hyun paced the losing team with 12 points. Left, Kim Hyun-tae, 1-72nd Armor, hauls down a
rebound during the championship game. Courtesy photos by Jeffrey Rivers
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It’s about honoring our commitment to Soldiers and Families.

Visit ArmyOneSource.com to see what the Army Family Covenant can mean for you or someone you know.
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Yongsan gathers together to enjoy ‘Super’ moment

By Cpl. Choe Yong-joon
USAG Yongsan Public Affairs

YONGSAN GARRISON - Sporting jerseys of

their favorite teams, Yongsan community members
filled the Main Post Club to capacity, filling up both
floors of the Club Feb. 7 to watch the Super Bowl live
on big screens during a party that kicked off at 6 a.m.
The face-off between the Green Bay Packers and
the Pittsburgh Steelers in Super Bowl XLV was grip-
ping for more than 350 viewers including U.S. Army
Garrison Commander Col. William Huber and Com-
mand Sgt. Maj. Ralph Rusch.
Prior to the actual game, the Houston Texans
cheerleaders signed autographs on their posters
while taking pictures with football fans. As the game
began, raucous fans cheered their favorites on with
all eyes glued to the screen.
At first it seemed as though the Packers, who had
benefited from the Steelers’ consecutive turnovers
and stellar touchdown passes by Quarterback Aaron
Rodgers, would take the trophy with ease by leading
the game 21-3 during the second quarter.
The crowd rocked out to the Black Eyed Peas’
halftime performance and prizes for quarterly score
prediction winners were given out that ranged from
video cameras to DVD players. When the third quar-
ter started all eyes were back on the game.
During the third quarter, although the Steelers, Hundreds of Yongsan community members fill the Main Post Club to watch the Super Bowl live on the big screen Feb.
winning two titles out of the last five years, trailed 7. - U.S. Army photo by Cpl. Choe Yong-joon
the game by 4 thanks to its two consecutive touch-
down plays, the Packers punched back with another until a grand prize winner as well as three other final
touchdown off a turnover in the final quarter. score winners were announced. u Scenes from the Super Bowl live!
The Steelers resurrected themselves by complet- “This is where all my friends are coming to watch,”
ing an 8-point play to make a field goal game, but said Sgt. 1st Class Carrie Stewart from 65th Medical
even that herculean effort fell short. The defense Brigade who won the airline ticket. “Soldiers gather-
team of the Packers prevented another scoring run ing to watch the Super Bowl together is a good thing.
of the Steelers to bring the Vince Lombardi Trophy It helps us take our minds off being over here with
back to Wisconsin by a 31-25 victory. families and friends.”
“I came here for cheerleaders and it’s such a big “Garrison Yongsan and the Installation Manage-
area to watch the Super Bowl. I’m a Green Bay fan, of ment Community supports all Soldiers, Families
course,” said Special United States Liaison Activity and Army Civilians with quality programs and safe
Korea Staff Sgt. James Osborn. “All the Packers have communities that meet their needs,” said Garrison
this cheese head but I’m the only one with this here. Commander Col. Bill Huber. “We are keeping our
I think it is a great opportunity for everyone to get promise to make Yongsan a place where community
together through this event.” members can thrive.”
The People to People New Seoul Chapter, Korean Super Bowl XLVI will be held at Lucas Oil Stadi-
Foreigners Friendship Culture Society, and U.S. Air- um in Indianapolis, Indiana. x
line Alliance sponsored party wasn’t officially over yongjoon.choe@korea.army.mil

International Spouses Support Group shares networking ingenuity

By Sgt. Luz Marin
USAG Yongsan Public Affairs

YONGSAN GARRISON - Adults and children

alike showed off their artistic skills by making cards
and writing poems for their valentines at the Inter-
national Spouses Support Group meeting held at the
ACS building on Feb. 14.
Rosa Peralta, Army Community Services Out-
reach Program Coordinator spearheaded the effort
to form the International Spouses Support Group.
“Spouses whose roots originate from a myriad coun-
tries and cultural backgrounds expressed a need to
interact with people who shared similar interests,”
said Peralta. “As an international Military spouse, I
can relate to the various challenges often faced when
living abroad. I believe this volunteer-led support
group can link individuals and promote fundamen-
tal networking.”
Charlene Perea, a volunteer with ACS expressed
her personal thoughts about the program. “It brings
spouses from the community together to share ideas,
a family meal and support for each other,” said Perea.
“Thanks to the group, I have met wonderful people
from all over the world, learned about other cultures
and most importantly I have made friends for a life-
time.”
Diana Adcox has been an International Spouse
Support Group member for over a year. She realized
Spouses and their children get creative making Valentine’s Day cards during the International Spouses Support
— See NETWORKING INGENUITY, Page 12 —
Group meeting held at the ACS building Feb. 14. - U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Luz Marin
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News & Notes
K16 Shuttle Schedule Chnage
Starting February 22, the 5:30 a.m.
bus departing K16 will no longer
run. Instead, a bus will depart
K16 at 7:30 a.m. on weekdays
only (excluding U.S. and training
holidays).
Yongsan Retiree Council
The USAG Yongsan Retiree
Council would like to invite all
Military Retirees, their spouse
and Retired Widow by attending
a monthly meeting on the second
Thursday of the month at the
USAG Yongsan Headquarter
Conference Room in Bldg. 4305.
Let your voice be heard, your ideas
come to life by showing up and
providing input to the Garrison
Commander and his staff, on how
to improve the quality of life for
Military Retirees in Area 2, and
maybe elsewhere in Korea.
CYSS is looking for you
Want to earn a little extra income
while helping children? Then
CYSS is looking for you! We are
currently recruiting for a Lead
Teacher (CYPA CC-1702-02
Level 5). This position pays $13-
17 an hour and requires a Child
Development Associate credential
or 12 hours of education in early
or elementary education. We are
also recruiting for a Functional
Technology Specialist (NF-303-
04), which pays $40-50,000 a year.
Want to work from home? We
are looking for Family Child
Care (FCC) Providers. Earn $26-
40,000 a year while staying at
home and building a long-lasting
and portable career. For more
information, call 738-3406. CYSS
benefits include tuition assistance
and employee discounts of up
to 50%. Applicants must go to
www.cpol.army.mil to apply.
Local or worldwide applicants are
welcome.
AFSC Scholarships
The AFSC is proud to support
hardworking students in our
community! This year we have
expanded eligibility requirements
so that the student or parent does
NOT have to be a member of the
AFSC to receive a scholarship!
If you are in Area I or an USAG
Yongsan resident and a ration
card holder, or are a dependent of
an Area I or USAG Yongsan ration
card holder, you are eligible to
apply! Applications are available
online at www.afsckorea.org and
must be returned to the Chosun
Gift Shop by March 5, 2011
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.
For a complete list of community infor-
mation news and notes, visit the USAG
Yongsan Facebook page at
http://www.facebook.com/youryongsan
USAG YONGSAN THE MORNING CALM
Yongsan holds ultimate fitness challenge, CrossFit
By Sgt. Luz Marin ticipants essentially compete against one and it’s a lot of fun,” said Perkins. It
themselves, they motivate each other doubles as a family affair, Lynne Imam-
USAG Yongsan Public Affairs
as a group and keep on coming back, ura at only 12 years of age regularly par-
there is an average of 20 to 30 consis- ticipates in CrossFit classes with her
YONGSAN GARRISON - Diverse
participants from the Yongsan com- tent attendees per class” said Perkins. mother “You get to work as hard as you
The workouts are designed to be want, you don’t have to be advanced,
munity and Soldiers from Area I joined
CrossFit instructor Maj. Lillian Perkins scaled according to individual fitness and I recommend it to kids because it’s
ability. “It is as intense as you want it cool,” exclaimed Imamura.
at Collier Field House for a challenging
workout on Feb. 8. to be, a scaled workout to your fitness Nickole Diehl, a K-16 Army spouse
level modified to your own pace,” said and mother of three has lost over 50
An optimal blue print for strength
and conditioning, CrossFit is suitable Marlene Afzal, a four year CrossFit lbs in a period of 7 months. “I love
challenger. CrossFit, it’s a really intense workout,
for committed individuals regardless
of experience or fitness level. “Par- “It is a great fitness program for any- we are always learning new things and
I keep on improving. I workout side by
side with athletes, press on to exceed
and do extremely well,” said Diehl.
“Garrison Yongsan and the Instal-
lation Management Community sup-
port all Soldiers, Families and Army
Civilians with quality personal fitness
programs that meet their needs,” said
Garrison Commander Col. Bill Huber.
CrossFit is offered at Collier Field
House on Tuesdays and Thursdays at
5:30 p.m. for beginners and at 6 p.m.
for advanced members. CrossFit class-
es are also held on Saturdays at 9 a.m.
and 9:30 a.m. respectively. Childcare
is offered free of charge. Visit http://
www.crossfit.com/ to learn more
about CrossFit, discover new workouts
posted daily and take a peek at their
CrossFit Journal for details on the the-
ory and techniques of the program. x
A group of over 40 Servicemembers and civilians from various Garrisons attend Cross- luz.marin@us.army.mil
Fit at Collier Field House, Feb. 8. - U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Luz Marin
Yongsan Tax Center now open for business
By Cpl. Choe Yong-joon
USAG Yongsan Public Affairs
YONGSAN GARRISON - In prepa-
ration for the 2010 tax return season,
Yongsan Garrison officials celebrated
the grand opening of the Yongsan Tax
Center Feb. 1 in room 113 of the Moyer
Community Activities Center.
“I would like to thank everyone who
made this year’s Tax Center possible
with their dedication and hard work,”
said Paul Stuart, U.S. Army Garrison
Yongsan Deputy Commander. “The
Tax Center is a stellar example of 8th
Army teaming up with the Garrison to
provide a valuable service to our com-
munity.”
The provision of free, annual tax
services creates an environment in
which Soldiers and their families can
thrive and benefit. It’s a win-win situa-
tion. Servicemembers benefit through
receiving accurate information and
advice that helps them file their taxes;
while the volunteers and staff provid-
ing the service benefit by learning
important and transferrable skills, he
added.
Last year, the Yongsan Tax Center Lt. Col. Newton Hill, Capt. Jacqueline lee, Deputy Garrison Commander Paul Stuart
processed a total of 2,613 returns in- and Sgt. Michael Braddock cut cake during the grand opening ceremony of the Yong-
cluding 1811 federal income tax returns san Tax Center Feb. 1 at the Moyer Community Activities Center. - U.S. Army photo by
and 802 state income tax returns. Cpl. Choe Yong-joon
Thanks to the outstanding efforts of
the Yongsan Tax Center, $5.5 million group of Soldiers and volunteers, some of the changes that you could
in income tax refunds were generated many of whom have had extensive pri- benefit from, so we strongly encourage
and clients saved nearly half a million or experience working in Military tax the Yongsan community to take ad-
dollars in tax preparation fees. centers,” said Lee. “All of our Soldiers vantage of our free services, Lee added.
Following a ribbon cutting ceremo- and volunteers have been rigorously The Yongsan Tax Center is open
ny ushering in the free service to the trained by both Internal Revenue Ser- Monday through Friday until the 29th
community, the officer in charge Capt. vice instructors and tax law professors of April, except for weekends, public
Jacqueline Lee explained how they’d from the Judge Advocate General’s Le- holidays, and training holidays. The
prepared for the tax services, encour- gal Center and School.” operating hours are as follows: ev-
aging people to visit and benefit from Since tax laws change from year to ery weekday, except for Thursday, the
the center. year – no exception for 2010, if you file
on your own, you may not be aware of — See TAX CENTER, Page 12 —
“Our staff is composed of a great
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Memorable
Experience
in Korea
By Sgt. Kim Hyung-joon
USAG Yongsan Public Affairs
We just got back from the DMZ as a team-
building exercise. It was a memorable expe-
rience taking our KATUSAs to witness first-
hand why they serve. What has been your
most memorable moment since being in Ko-
rea? Find out what more than 6,900 Yongsan
community members are talking about by
becoming a USAG Yongsan Facebook Fan at
facebook.com/youryongsan! (Comments are
kept in their original form)

Kimi Kibarian
Fowler
Spouses and Servicemembers participate during a Zumba class held at the Hannam Village Gym Feb. 1. - U.S.
Facebook Fan Army photo by Sgt. Luz Marin

Zumba class is finally at Hannam Village

Driving to the middle of nowhere, somewhere in the
Taebak mountains, making camp by a river, running
out of firewood, knocking on the door of an elderly
man, who turns out to by a North Korean escapee
from 1969. He gave us wood, made us tea. In as best
communication as possible, promised to visit him
again.
June Clark
Lawniczak
Facebook Fan
I remember walking around during the cherry blos-
som festival here in Seoul. When the wind would
blow, it looked like it was snowing pink petals. My
son had the biggest smile on his face.
By Sgt. Luz Marin
USAG Yongsan Public Affairs
YONGSAN GARRISON - Over 60 members of
the Community packed Hannam Village’s first ever
evening Zumba class on Feb. 1. The gym was filled
with kicks, jumps, and smiles as participants moved
simultaneously to the rhythm of Latin beats. The
spectacular involvement from Hannam’s commu-
nity members surpassed anyone’s expectations.
Donna Winzenried, who spearheaded the ef-
fort to bring Zumba to Hannam, expressed opti-
mism about gaining the Garrison’s support to make
classes like Zumba and Cross-Fit available at various
times and multiple locations to keep up with the de-
mand. “It was a success to bring Zumba class to the
residents in Hannam Village, I am aiming to do the
CrossFit fans pack Yongsan Collier Field House, Feb. 8
same for Air Base K-16 next,” stated Winzenried.
Zumba instructor Patricia Nubine thought the
turnout was amazing and was thrilled to see ev-
eryone so excited to be a part of her class. “This is
something that the community really needed,” said
Nubine.
“We are keeping our promise to make Yongsan a
place where community members can thrive,” said
Garrison Commander Col. Bill Huber.
Everyone seemed to be having an awesome work-
out while having fun at the same time. Here is what
some of the Zumba challengers had to say:
Shamika Hester said she liked the class much
more since going to the gym alone can get boring.
“I am a spouse trying to lose some baby weight, I
am glad this class is being offered at Hannam now,”
— See ZUMBA CLASS, Page 12 —

Sheila Gober
Facebook Fan

We got lost on our way to Osan and stopped at a po-

lice station in Suwon for directions and instead of
writing it out, they offered to give us a police escort
all the way to the Osan front gate.

Duchesne
Crawford
Facebook Fan

Panoramic view at the loo (bathroom) in Seoul Tower;

truly unique and what about that baseball game at the
Stadium in Jamsil; the wild cheering with color coded
Team sticks that is beaten rhythmically; inexpensive
tickets; seating is by team (or you will be lost); and
things that will remind me of Korea... blue nail polish,
men wearing shoulder bags, squat toilets, tons of ca-
fes, vendors selling their wares inside the subway, etc.
A group of CrossFit fans mingle after they strongly overcame the ultimate fitness challenge, Feb. 8. — Courtesy
photo by Michael D Perkins
See yourself in the Morning Calm when you become a USAG Yongsan Facebook Fan. Just post your travel photos
to our page with a quick description covering who, what, when, where and why and we’ll see you in the paper. -
Your Yongsasn PAO team
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NETWORKING INGENUITY
other spouses from various parts of the
globe had much in common with her.
“My background is German/Spanish;
therefore Korean culture is new to me.
I love this group. Although from differ-
ent countries, everyone here has made
a big difference for me.”
“Garrison Yongsan and the Installa-
tion Management Command will en-
sure families are supported through-
out their tours here in Korea,” said
Garrison Commander Col. Bill Huber
said. “We are keeping our promise to
make Yongsan a place where commu-
nity members can thrive.”
Donna Winzenried considers this
group a great tool to encourage lo-
cal interaction and communication
among spouses. ”It is a wonderful way
for these young ladies who are from
foreign countries to meet each other
and gather essential community infor-
mation,” said Winzenried.
Mary Soergel was cleverly intro-
duced to the group. “I was approached
TAX CENTER
Center is open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
and on Thursdays it is open from 1 p.m.
to 7 p.m.
“Garrison Yongsan and the Instal-
lation Management Community sup-
ports all Soldiers, Families and Army
Civilians with quality programs that
meet their needs,” said Garrison Com-
ZUMBA CLASS
added Hester.
“I Love Zumba class, but Collier and
Trent don’t offer it at the right time,”
explained Latoya Washington. “This is
the perfect time in the evening when
husbands are off and the kids are being
watched.”
Zumba Instructor, Joy Dyer stated
“we have fought for a long time to get
this class available in Hannam be-
cause it was assumed that not many
people would show up, but this class is
packed!”
“My mom has been teaching Zumba
USAG YONGSAN THE MORNING CALM
from Page 9
by an ACS volunteer in Zumba class
and was asked to participate as a judge
in the card-making contest,” said So-
ergel. “I recently arrived in Korea and
find myself very glad there is a program
like this in the community.”
Contributions by local businesses
and organizations helped make the
Valentine’s Day fun possible. “Prizes
for the contests’ winners where pro-
vided by Reagan Komperud-Merritt,
The Dragon Hill Lodge Guest Coordi-
nator,” said Peralta. “Mr. An Chang Sin,
USAG Yongsan Community Relations
Officer, donated the supplies needed
to carry out the fun arts and crafts ac-
tivities.”
The International Spouses Support
Group meets every 2nd Monday of the
month unless otherwise announced
by ACS. More information can be ob-
tained by calling 738-7123 or emailing
http://yongsan.korea.army.mil/acs.
asp. x
luz.marin@us.army.mil
from Page 10
mander Col. Bill Huber. “That is my
promise to the community.”
For information related to tax ser-
vices, call 723-7887 or stop by the
Yongsan Tax Center in room 113 of the
Moyer Community Activities Center.x
yongjoon.choe@korea.army.mil”
from Page 11
for over two years, she does it every
day for like three hours and doesn’t get
tired of it, she loves it,” said Eddy Nu-
bine.
There is no question about the high
energy and positive vibe encountered
at this event. Zumba is making a strong
presence in the Yongsan community.
The classes are held at the Hannam
Village Gym on Tuesday and Thursday
nights at 7:15. Hurry and get your Salsa
on! x
luz.marin@us.army.mil
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Ceremony Honors African Americans in Korean War

By Terri Moon Cronk
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON — African Ameri-
cans fought against Communism dur-
ing the Korean War of 1950-53 to pro-
tect the rights of individuals, even as
their own civil rights were denied at
home, the Defense Department’s top
equal opportunity official said here
Saturday.
Speaking during a Pentagon cer-
emony to honor African American
veterans of the Korean War, Ronald
M. Joe, acting director of the Office
of Diversity Management and Equal
Opportunity, said America now re-
members the contributions of Afri-
can American veterans during the war
sometimes called “The Forgotten War”
or the “The Forgotten Victory.”
“Yours is a distinguished genera-
tion in the history of African American
military service,” Joe said to a group of
seven Korean War veterans in atten-
dance. “You belong to a legacy older
than the Declaration of Independence,
one that includes the legendary service
of the Massachusetts 54th in our Civil
War, the Buffalo Soldiers in the West,
the 92nd Division and the Tuskegee
Airman of World War II.”
For too long, he said, the service of
African Americans during the Korean
War was forgotten, “but it should be
clear to all of you that you are forgot-
ten no more.”
Joe said the armed forces has played
a pivotal role in the nation’s pursuit
of equity for all Americans, following
President Harry S. Truman’s 1948 Ex-
ecutive Order 9981, which called for
the end of segregation in the military.
The Korean War “interrupted” work
to desegregate all-black units, so many
of those units went into the conflict.
It was when fighting intensified in
Korea that the armed forces realized
they had “a manpower problem,” Joe
said. Increasingly, large numbers of
black American draftees and volun-
teers were in the training pipeline, but
no more room existed in the segregat-
ed units.
Joe said Army studies showed “in-
tegration was a more efficient policy
than segregation.” The result, he said,
was that “Black Americans were in-
dividually assigned to units on an as-
needed basis, and the Army began
working toward true integration.”
The last two years of the Korean
War, after all-black units were dis-
banded and ended segregation in the
U.S. military, African Americans had
served in command positions, in elite
units such as combat aviation, and
served in a variety of technical special-
ties, Joe said.
The military began a social move-
ment, he said, that served as a model
or the nation and as a pattern for other
military organizations. The armed
force has made impressive progress
toward equality, but work is yet to be
completed, because women and mi-
norities are still under-represented,
Joe added.
A number of other speakers made
brief remarks at the ceremony, includ-
ing members of a panel of Korean War
veterans; South Korean Defense Atta-
ché Brig. Gen. General Lee, Seo Young;
and Frank Martin, producer of “For the
Love of Liberty: The story of America’s
Black Patriots.” The audience watched
a 15-minute segment of Martin’s four-
hour documentary.
Today’s Black History Month ob-
servance stems from the Department
of Defense 60th Anniversary of the
Korean War Commemorative Com-
mittee, created by Congress to honor
the service and sacrifice of Korean War
veterans, their families and those who
lost loved ones in the conflict. x

‘Don’t Ask’ repeal moves forward, training set to begin soon

By Jim Garamone
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON — Training will begin shortly for
experts in certain specialties and leaders as part of
the plan for finalizing repeal of the law that bars gay
men, lesbians and bisexuals from serving openly in
the military, the chief of staff for the Defense Depart-
ment’s repeal implementation team said Monday.
Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Steven A. Hummer out-
lined the process in an interview.
President Barack Obama signed the repeal of the
“Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” law Dec. 22, beginning a pro-
cess that will culminate in full repeal.
The current policy remains in effect until 60 days
after the secretary of defense, the chairman of the
Joint Chiefs of Staff and the president certify the mil-
itary’s readiness to implement the repeal.
Gates has said he wants repeal done expeditiously
and effectively, and that it can happen this year.
Clifford L. Stanley, undersecretary of defense for
personnel and readiness, issued a memo Feb. 10 to
the military secretaries on the implementation plan.
“The memo continues the pre-implementation pro-
cess,” Hummer said. Now, he added, the team is en-
suring all the policies are prepared so that when re-
peal day actually occurs they will go into effect.
The implementation team also is ensuring that
training is in place for all 2.2 million members of the
military.“The services will each put their colors and
their appropriate culture into those [plans],” he said.
Training is broken into three tiers. “Tier 1 and Tier
2 training will start in earnest soon,” the general said.
Tier 1 training is for people who have unique skill sets,
such as chaplains, lawyers, military investigators and
recruiters, he explained. Tier 2 training is for leaders,
and Tier 3 training is for the force at large.
The services will deliver the first of many progress
reports to Stanley on March 1. x
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Suwon regiment conducts missile sling load operation
By 1st Lt. Austin Liu
Battalion S-5 Public Affairs
SUWON AIRBASE – 1st Lt. Steve
Bonner conducted one final inspec-
tion on the sling load as he prepared
for the arrival of the CH-47 helicopter.
His troops waited impatiently for his
answer.
Bonner has conducted countless
numbers of sling load operations in his
19 years of service. But this afternoon,
the cargo is different. This will be his
first time preparing the sling load to
airlift PATRIOT missile canisters.
“Looks good, I cannot find a single
gig this time,” Bonner finally said with
a smile, as his Soldiers breathed a sigh
of relief. They have been training dili-
gently for this event, said Bonner, and
now they are one step closer to execut-
ing one of the most unique operations
they will ever take part in their military
career.
The missile sling load operation is
part of 6th Battalion, 52nd Air Defense
Artillery Regiment’s field training ex-
ercise conducted at Suwon and Osan
Air Base this week.
One of the scenarios simulated the
close down of main supply routes due
to enemy special operation forces ac-
tivities.
“The PATRIOT units are running
low on missiles and they must be re-
supplied immediately,” explained
Bonner, who serves as the Battalion
U.S. Army chefs in Korea enjoy unusual success in top culinary competition
CULINARY ARTISTS
members who eat at dining facilities.
In the past several years, U.S. Army
chefs from Korea have been enjoying
an unusual amount of success at the
competition. In 2005 Team Korea won
at the U.S. Army level and set a world
record by winning the Installation of
the Year Award by a 20-point margin.
Additionally, that year Team Korea
won medals in every category required
for the installation of the year compe-
tition. In 2006, Team Korea won at the
Army level again. In 2007 they won
recognition for having the best buffet
table in the flagship event and took top
honors in the Student Skills competi-
tion. Again in 2008, Team Korea took
first place in the Junior Chef of the Year
competition, the Nutrition Hot Food
Category and the Cold Buffet category,
finishing second place overall in the
Installation of the Year Competition.
Team Korea has enjoyed so much suc-
cess in the U.S. Army competitions,
that several chefs from the group were
Congratulations to the U.S. Army Culinary Art’s Team in Korea
Listed in this sidebar are the 12 Army chefs
who received honors in Korea and will be com-
peting at the 36th Annual Department of the
Army Culinary Arts Competition at Fort Lee, Va.
NEWS
A CH-47 Chinook helicopter lifts PATRIOT Missile canisters with a slingload Tuesday as
part of a training even with the 6th Battalion. — U.S. Army photo by 1st Lt. Austin Liu
Maintenance Officer. “If the roads are
black, then the only way to resupply is
through air by cargo planes or heavy
lift choppers.”
As the unmistakable roar of the
powerful twin engines approached
the flight line, a noticeable excitement
took over Bonner and his Soldiers.
As a former NCO on the elite U.S.
Army combat diver team, Bonner was
an expert at training and motivating
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selected as members of the elite U.S.
Army culinary Arts Team, a team that
competes in both national and inter-
national competitions including the
World Cup in Luxembourg, Germany,
and Hotel Olympia in London.
But at the ceremony Fox said all the
competition represented something
beyond the awards given. “These 12
Soldiers are proud culinary artists,
but they also set the example by serv-
ing others,” said Fox. “In their service
they are doing their part to make the
world’s best Army the powerhouse that
it is today.”
In order to recognize that service,
and for their exceptional skill, the 12
chefs received certificates of achieve-
ment and neck medallions according
to points awarded by judges at the lo-
cal competition in Korea. While they
have proven to be the Army’s best in
Korea, Fox said that “we believe they
will prove to be best in the Army for
2011.” x
Team Manager:
Master Sgt. Gregory Welch,
Team Captain:
Sgt. Jeffrey Matthews,
Team Members:
Soldiers for special missions such as
this afternoon’s sling load operation.
He has trained his sling load ground
team to specialize in three areas:
grounding, hookup, and signaling.
And this afternoon, Pfc. Alberto Ali-
pio, Pfc. Matthew Hall, and Spc. My-
ron Yazzie were fortunate enough to
serve as members of the ground team.
At the signal of the helicopter crew
chief, the team rushed into the strong
Sgt. Jeffrey Matthews (left), 6-52nd Air Missile Defense Regiment 35th Air Defense
Artillery Brigade, receives feedback from a judge during the six-week training event at
the K-16 Dining Facility on U.S. Army Garrison Yongsan. — Courtesy photo
Sgt. Brian Baker
Spc. Delisa Mumpfield
Spc. Jarvis Elliott
Pfc. Christopher Albrecht
Sang Yun-yi
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whirlwind of dust and debris as they
attempted to ground and hook up the
missile canister for air lift.
“We did not expect the wind to be
that strong … it was like walking into a
hurricane,” said Yazzie, referring to the
strong gust of wind underneath the
hovering helicopter, commonly known
as rotor wash.
The crew was able to successfully
attach the sling to the helicopter and
sprinted away just as the cargo began
to lift off.
“I joined the Army to do something
different and what we did today right
here proved that I made the right deci-
sion,” said Alipio, who enlisted in the
Army as soon as he graduated high
school. His team member also shared
the same enthusiasm. “I was the type
of individual always seeking adven-
ture and that is why I volunteered for
today’s training,” Hall said. “One of
my new goals now is to attend the U.S.
Army Air Assault School.”
Bonner congratulated his young
team on the successful accomplish-
ment of the mission.
“Today, we have successfully validat-
ed 6-52nd Air Defense Artillery Battal-
ion’s ability to conduct missile resup-
ply to a forward-deployed PATRIOT
firing battery through helicopter sling
load when the normal avenues of ap-
proach are blocked due to enemy ac-
tivities,” Bonner said. x
Apprentices:
Spc. Micah Wilson
Spc. Branden Harshaw
Pfc. Luis Bernardo
Pfc. Antonio Christian
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Area I Worship Schedule Area II Worship Schedule Area III Worship Schedule Area IV Worship Schedule

Worship Services Worship Services Worship Services Worship Services

Collective Liturgical Sunday 8 a.m. Memorial Chapel Collective Protestant 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 10:30 a.m. K-16 Chapel Gospel 1 p.m. Freedom Chapel
Sunday 10 a.m. West Casey Chapel Church of Christ 5 p.m. Camp Walker
Sunday 11 a.m. Hannam Village Chapel Spanish 3 p.m. Freedom Chapel
Sunday 11 a.m. Warrior Chapel Gospel 12:15 p.m. Camp Walker
Sunday 11 a.m. Crusader Chapel Nondenominational Church of Christ 5 p.m. Freedom Chapel
Sunday 11 a.m. Hovey Chapel Sunday 11 a.m. South Post Chapel Contemporary
Gospel Sunday 12:30 p.m. South Post Chapel ChapelNext 5 p.m. Freedom Chapel Wednesday 7 p.m. Camp Carroll
Gospel Catholic Mass Friday 7 p.m. Camp Walker
Sunday 11 a.m. Memorial Chapel, Mision Pentecostal Hispana Sunday 9 a.m. Freedom Chapel KATUSA
Casey 12:30 p.m. Camp Sunday 2:30 p.m. South Post Chapel M, W, T, F 11:45 a.m. Freedom Chapel Tuesday 7 p.m. Camp Carroll
Stanley Chapel Saturday 10 a.m. & 5 p.m. Freedom Chapel Tuesday 6:30 p.m. Camp Walker
United Pentecostal Sunday 9 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. (youth) Freedom Chapel
COGIC Sunday 1:30 p.m. Memorial Chapel Catholic Services
Sunday 12:30 p.m. CRC Warrior Chapel KATUSA Mass
KATUSA Tuesday 6:30 p.m. Memorial Chapel Tuesday 6 p.m. Freedom Chapel Sunday 9 a.m. Camp Walker
KATUSA 11:45 a.m. Camp Carroll
Sunday 7 p.m. CRC Warrior Chapel Seventh-Day Adventist
Tuesday 6 p.m. Camp Hovey Chapel Saturday 9:30 a.m. Brian Allgood Hospital

Episcopal Sunday 10 a.m. Memorial Chapel

Catholic Services/Mass
Sunday 9 a.m. CRC Warrior Chapel
Sunday 12 p.m. West Casey Chapel
Sunday 9:30 a.m. Camp Hovey Chapel
Latter-day Saints Worship
Sunday 4 p.m. West Casey Chapel
Catholic Services
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, 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
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Aaninka from Cote d’Ivoire perform the Mandingo dance, which is to encourage hard work on the farm. It is danced by both farmers and the women who bring water to them.
Zozo Martial plays the djembe – one of
West Africa’s most popular instruments
that is played with bare hands. Below,
taxidermied lions are among the more
than one dozen animals on display.
Amy from the Aaninka dances the Temate from the Ivory Coast chronicling planting,
growing, harvesting, cooking, eating and celebrating rice.
FEATURE
Africa in Pocheon
Music, dance troupe introduces ‘new vision’
Story and photos by Kevin Jackson
USAG Red Cloud Public Affairs
POCHEON – While a trip to the
Africa may be a stretch for many
budgets, a short drive to the African
Cultural Center here is easily within
reach and an exhilarating experience.
Nestled between the far northeast
side of Uijeongbu and the Korean
National Arboretum in Pocheon, lies
a two-story exhibition hall, an outdoor
sculpture park and live performance
hall – all dedicated to African culture.
The short 100 yard walk from the
entrance to the museum takes visitors
past some unique wood and iron
art. But once inside the museum,
visitors are surrounded by Asia’s
largest collection of African art. More
than 8,500 sculptures, artifacts and
household items are packed into the
facility, some of which are for sale.
It also has taxidermied giraffe
and lions, among more than a dozen
animals that typically roam the African
safari. While it may be offensive to some
visitors, it’s all part of the experience
and only a 30- to 60-minute drive from
any Warrior Country installation.
And that’s just the museum. The
experience gets even better!
Aaninka – an 18-member music and
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dance group from Cote d’Ivoire on the
Ivory Coast – has resided at the center
since 2006 and performs three shows
daily. It also performed for United
Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-
moon, appeared on KBS television’s
“Star King” and entertained world
leaders during the G20 Summit in
Seoul.
“We are here to change the ideas
people have about Africa,” said
Sea Made Yul, founder-director of
Aaninka, which means ‘our view.’
“We want to show people the best
of Africa.”
Yul said people often form
their opinions of Africa from
the strife, poverty, starvation
and AIDS reports they see on the
television. Through the myriad of
traditional dances that celebrate
coming-of-age ceremonies and
weddings, birthdays and funerals, to
hunting and warding off evil spirits,
Yul said his troupe intends to leave
audiences with a “new vision” of
Africa.
“I hope people learn from
(the cultural center and dance
performance) about Africa and
come to know Africa better
because we have many good
things,” he said. x
Whereabouts
Hours: Museum is open 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
(until 7 p.m. in July and August) and
closed on Mondays. Performances are
held at 11:30 a.m., 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.
Admission: Entrance/Performance
fee is 3,000/5,000 Won for elemen-
tary students, 4,000/6,000 Won for
middle/high school students and
5,000/7,000 Won for adults. A 1,000
Won discount is offered for military.
Directions: Take Route 43 from
Uijeongbu toward Pocheon and make
a right turn before the Chookseok Rest
Area and then a left. Drive one mile
and you’ll see the large brown sign.
Turn right into the parking lot.
The opal sculpture titled “Head Man of Address: 41 Murim-ri, Soheul-eup,
Shona” that sits in the outdoors sculpture Pocheon (enter this into your GPS)
park was created by the artist Tandi.
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DOD takes steps to combat childhood obesity

By Elaine Wilson
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON — The Defense Department has
joined forces with the nation to combat a childhood
obesity epidemic that not only is a matter of health
or nutrition, but also is a national security issue, a
Pentagon official said.
“When the nation as a whole lacks in this is-
sue, it’s pervasive,” Barbara Thompson, co-chair of
DOD’s working group to combat obesity, told Ameri-
can Forces Press Service, noting obesity’s impact on
everything from recruiting to the nation’s health sys-
tem.
First Lady Michelle Obama marked the one-year
anniversary of her “Let’s Move” campaign Feb. 9, a
nationwide initiative to promote making healthy
food choices and increasing physical activity within
homes, schools and communities. The aim, Obama
has said, is to solve America’s childhood obesity epi-
demic within a generation.
“The physical and emotional health of an entire
generation and the economic health and security of
our nation is at stake,” Obama said at the Let’s Move
launch last year.
America’s childhood obesity rates have tripled in
the past 30 years, according to the Let’s Move website.
Today, nearly one in three American children and
about one in four military children are overweight
or obese. This issue has a tremendous impact on the
health system, and from a military standpoint, it can
affect everything from recruiting and retention to
the force’s ability to fight, said Thompson, who also
serves as the director of the Pentagon’s office of fam-
ily policy, children and youth.
Thompson cited a report called “Too Fat to Fight,”
which states that 75 percent of Americans ages 17 to
24 are unable to join the military for various reasons,
with being overweight or obese the leading medical
cause.
“When you take into account that 50 percent of
military youth enter the military or consider enter-
ing the military, that’s a huge pool we need to be fo-
cused on,” Thompson said.
Spurred on by the first lady’s efforts, the Defense
Department formed a childhood obesity working
group in August, with a committee of nearly 30 help-
ing professionals from a variety of military back-
grounds and expertise, Thompson said.
To tackle a daunting task, the group divided into
four subcommittees: nutrition and health for chil-
dren from birth to age 18, the Military Health Sys-
tem, food and fitness environments and education
and strategic communications. The committee then
set out on a mission to improve the health and nutri-
tion of military families, Thompson said.
“We’re developing a strategic action plan that cuts
across the DOD’s food environment,” she explained.
“We have to look at our food courts, our school
menus, how physically friendly is the installation so
children can walk to school and bike to school to in-
crease their physical activity, for example.
They’ve already made considerable progress,
Thompson noted. With the Army taking the lead,
officials are creating standardized menus for child
development centers to ensure the centers are meet-
ing children’s nutritional needs. They’re also work-
ing with vendors who supply the centers’ food to en-
sure they’re getting the freshest vegetables, lower-fat
cuts of meat and less processed food laden with fats,
salt and sugar.
Since children receive about two-thirds of their
daily nutrition requirement while in military child
care centers, these efforts are poised to have a sig-
nificant impact, Thompson said, also noting that
military youth and child development centers serve
about 700,000 military youth on any given day.
“It’s a wonderful opportunity to impact the way
they think about healthy lifestyles,” she said.
Additionally, the committee is working to develop
community gardens, healthy cooking classes and
classes on the relationship between finances and
food. Eating at home, for example, generally is less
expensive than eating out, Thompson said.
Thompson also cited progress within the civilian
sector that the military can adopt. The first lady is
working with a major “super store” chain to reduce
the number of products high in fat, salt and sugar
and to boost the number of fruits and vegetables it
offers, she explained, and commissary officials are
looking into this. Commissaries already have in-
creased the sales of fresh fruits and vegetables.
Additionally, the department is working to offer
more healthy choices in vending machines, schools,
dining facilities, clubs, bowling centers, food courts,
and any other on-base locale that offers food.
These changes not only will affect children in
the short term with better stamina and well-being,
but also will have a significant impact on their long-
term health, Public Health Service Cmdr. (Dr.) Ai-
leen Buckler, working group co-chair and TRICARE
population health physician, told American Forces
Press Service.
When a child is overweight or obese, particularly
obese, she explained, they’re at a much higher risk of
cardiovascular risk factors such as high blood pres-
sure and elevated cholesterol, as well as increased
blood sugars, which can lead to higher rates of Type
2 diabetes at younger ages than what was seen in the
past.
Weight issues often follow children through the
years, Buckler noted. Studies show that about 85
percent of children ages 10 to 15 who were overweight
became obese by age 25, she said. And children who
are obese before age 8 are likely to have more severe
obesity as an adult, which can lead to greater risks of
cardiovascular disease, stroke, certain types of can-
cer, osteoarthritis and even infertility, she added.
Thompson summed up a healthy family goal with
the aid of a few numbers: five-two-one-zero. People,
she explained, should aim for five servings of fruits
and vegetables a day, two hours or less of screen
time, one hour of physical activity and zero sugary
drinks.
For more information on a healthy lifestyle, visit
a service health and wellness facility, check in with a
base fitness center or visit the Let’s Move campaign
website at http://www.letsmove.gov or Military
OneSource at http://militaryonesource.com. x

Software Patches are important

tools that protect your computer
Updates repair particular vulnerabilities in programs
By Mindi McDowell
Department of Homeland Security
When vendors become aware of
vulnerabilities in their products,
they often issue patches to fix the
problem. Make sure to apply rel-
evant patches to your computer as
soon as possible so that your system
is protected.
What are patches?
Similar to the way fabric patches
are used to repair holes in cloth-
ing, software patches repair holes in
software programs. Patches are up-
dates that fix a particular problem
or vulnerability within a program.
Sometimes, instead of just releas-
ing a patch, vendors will release an
upgraded version of their software,
although they may refer to the up-
grade as a patch.
How do you find out what
patches you need to install?
When patches are available, ven-
dors usually put them on their web-
sites for users to download. It is im-
portant to install a patch as soon as
possible to protect your computer
from attackers who would take ad-
vantage of the vulnerability. Attack-
ers may target vulnerabilities for
months or even years after patches
are available.
Some software will automati-
cally check for updates, and many
vendors offer users the option to
receive automatic notification of
updates through a mailing list. If
these automatic options are avail-
able, we recommend that you take
advantage of them. If they are not
available, check your vendors’ web-
sites periodically for updates.
Make sure that you only down-
load software or patches from web-
sites that you trust. Do not trust a
link in an e-mail message—attack-
ers have used e-mail messages to
direct users to malicious websites
where users install viruses dis-
guised as patches. Also, beware of
email messages that claim that they
have attached the patch to the mes-
sage—these attachments are often
viruses
Note: Both the National Cyber
Security Alliance and US-CERT
have identified this topic as one of
the top tips for home users. x
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Iron Horse, ROK Soldiers team up

PATRIOT missle reload a missile shield, dubbed Korean Air and Missile De-
fense, against the North Korean SCUD missile threat.
military alliance, was alive and well.
“I want to express genuine appreciation on behalf
drill is focus of latest “We are always more than willing to assist our sis-
ter air defense unit standing up here in Korea, under
of my platoon to the Americans for the exchange,”
said Eugene Kim, a ROK PATRIOT launcher pla-
joint training between the appropriate security clearance level, of course,”
Seong Kim said.
toon leader. “We have definitely learned a lot this
afternoon. We will take back what we have learned
6-52 ADA and 553rd The U.S. Army has decades of experience with the
Raytheon-built weapon system, including its use in
today and improve our existing standing operating
procedure.”
Operation Iraq Freedom. Seong Kim noted that the joint training could yield
By 1st Lt. Austin Liu As the Soldiers shook hands and expressed ap- big dividends.
6-52 Air Defense Artillery preciation and encouragement, it became apparent “They will be fighting right next to us in the fox-
that the spirit of “Katchi Kapsida,” Hangul for “We hole if hostilities commence,” he said. “We must
SUWON AIRBASE — Second Lt. Seong Kim Go Together” and the unofficial motto of ROK-U.S. learn to fight together.” x
proudly watched his Soldiers executing the PATRI-
OT missile reload drill.
Through well-rehearsed hand signals and simple
voice commands, the experienced U.S. crew profi-
ciently removed one PATRIOT missile can off the
launcher system and quickly replaced it with anoth-
er, using their guided missile transporter.
Kim turned to his Republic of Korea counterpart,
2nd Lt. Eugene Kim and said, “This is how we do it.”
The two platoon leaders, from the United States
and Republic of Korea, were part of an exchange
program initiated by the 6th Battalion, 52nd Air De-
fense Artillery Regiment, 35th Air Defense Artillery
Brigade, to assist its sister unit, the ROK Air Force
553rd PATRIOT Fire Unit.
The program is usually conducted at the company
level and focuses on sharing air defense tactics, tech-
niques, and procedures.
On this day, ROK platoon members attentively ob-
served and took notes on the U.S. PATRIOT missile
reload drill.
“The drill requires absolute precision and good
communication while operating under time con-
straints,” said Seong Kim, a first-generation immi-
grant to the United States who speaks fluent Han-
gul. “In order to safely and speedily execute the drill,
a crew must spend hours and hours of training and
learning from mistakes. What we want to accom-
plish here is to teach our ROK counterparts some of
the lessons we have learned in the field so they can
save some valuable training time.”
Sergeant 1st Class James Kent, the U.S. launcher
platoon sergeant, agreed.
“I think it is very important to share and learn each
other’s strengths and weaknesses. It will definitely
benefit us in the long run and strengthen the alliance
between the two great nations,” Kent said. Soldiers from the Republic of Korea’s 553rd PATRIOT Fire Unit and their U.S. counterparts from the 6th Battalion,
ROK military began fielding PATRIOT launchers 52nd Air Defense Artillery Regiment go over the specifics of how to conduct a missile reload operation at Suwon Air
across the peninsula in 2008 with the intent to build Base as part of ongoing joint training between the two units. — U.S. Army photo by 1st Lt. Austin Liu

Working in Korea requires the right visa

Knowing law now
could prevent big
headache later
By Capt. Ben Tramposh
USAG Humphreys Legal Center
HUMPHREYS GARRISON — If
working off post, or considering it,
there are legal requirements to keep
in mind.
Anyone working on the Korean
economy without the proper visa
could face prosecution, stiff fines,
and deportation.
Anyone here as a civilian or Family
member has an A-3 Visa governed
by the Status Of Forces Agreement.
This agreement, between the U.S.
and Republic of Korea, allows a per-
son to reside here and details what
privileges and rights the visa holder
has. Employment on the Korean
economy is not one of those rights.
The only type of employment an
A-3 visa holder is automatically
eligible for is volunteer work. Some
people teach English in private to
individuals or small groups for cash
payments, but this is illegal without
a work visa.
There are eight employment cat-
egories. The categories and their re-
quirements are:
E-1, Professor of higher education:
Requirements include education
and experience as a professor at a
university level.
E-2, Foreign language instructor:
Requirements include a bachelor’s
and/or relevant college level edu-
cational and/or work experience.
Individuals applying for this permit
must be natives of a country where
the language they wish to teach is
the official language. Proof must be
provided of relevant qualifications.
E-3, Research: This category in-
cludes those performing research in
the natural sciences or in the devel-
opment of industry and technology.
Requirements include an invitation
from a Korean public or private insti-
tution.
E-4, Technology instruction: A
person possessing professional level
knowledge in the natural sciences or
special technical skills. Requirements
include an invitation of employment
from a Korean public or private insti-
tution.
E-5, Professional occupation: This
category includes foreign attorneys,
accountants, and doctors who are
certified in a foreign country and are
authorized under Korean law to prac-
tice in their field in Korea.
E-6, Arts and performance: This
category includes those engaged in
music, the arts, literature, modeling,
or other performance activities for
profit.
E-7, Special occupations: Employ-
ment specially designated by the
Minister of Justice, including work
in translation, interpretation, cul-
tural research, etc.
E-8, Employed trainee: Temporary
employment for industrial training
purposes.
A-3 visa holders may negotiate
terms for employment with a Ko-
rean company. The employer can
then initiate the paperwork with the
Immigration Bureau to obtain an
employment visa. The next step is
a visit to an immigration bureau of-
fice for an employment visa stamp.
The closest immigration bureau of-
fices to Humphreys Garrison are in
Suwon and Seoul. Those working on
such a visa are subject to the with-
holding of Korean income taxes.
For questions about SOFA compli-
ance and other legal matters, con-
tact the USAG Humphreys Legal
Office at 753-8047 or 753-6245. x
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News & Notes
Pregnancy PT begins
Pregnancy and post partum physi-
cal training is every Monday,
Wednesday, and Friday from 6:30 to
7:30 a.m. in the Super Gym televi-
sion room. On Tuesdays, there is a
pregnancy post partum education
class, also at 6:30 a.m. in the Su-
per Gym television room. All ac-
tive duty Soldiers with a pregnancy
profiile who are medically cleared
to exercise should attend. For more
information, call 753-3253.
Scholarship Deadline Nears
The deadline to apply for a scholar-
ship through the Defense Commis-
sary Agency Scholarships for Mili-
tary Children Program is Feb. 22.
Applications are available at www.
commmissaries.com. Click the
“News and info.” tab, then “Scholar-
ship info.” To be eligible, applicants
must be dependent, unmarried
children of active duty, Reserve, or
Guard members, retirees, or survi-
vors of service members who died
on actide duty or while receiving
military retired pay.
Vet Clinic Open Feb. 22
The Veterinary clinic for Hum-
prheys Garrison will be open Feb.
22, a Tuesday, instead of its usual
Monday date, Feb. 21. The clinic will
be closed Feb. 28 and will resume its
normal schedule on March 7.
Black History Observance
“African Americans and the Civil
War” is the theme for this year’s
Black History Month celebration
on Humphreys Garrison. The ob-
servance is slated for Feb. 23 at 2
p.m. in the Super Gym.
Parenting Group Hiatus
The parenting group that meets Fri-
days from 10:30 a.m. to noon at the
Red Cross (Building 752) will take
a one-month hiatus following the
Feb. 25 meeting. The meetings will
resume on March 25.
Aerobi-Thon Scheduled
An aerobi-thon is set for Feb. 26 at 9
a.m. in the Super Gym. The halfway
point weigh-in for the Biggest Loser
contest will be at 8:30 a.m.
BOSS Sledding Trip
Better Opportunites for Single Sol-
diers is sponsoring a sledding trip
to Everland Theme Park on Feb. 26.
The cost is $32. For more informa-
tion, call 753-8970 or 753-8825.
AER Kickoff Scheduled
The Army Emergency Relief cam-
paign will kick off in the Post Exh-
cange food court on March 1 from
11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The campaign
runs through May 15.
Suicide Crisis Phone Numbers
Help is available if you are having
thoughts of harming yourself. The
Suicide Prevention Hotline number
is 737-4673. Other numbers are: the
oncall duty chaplain at 010-9496-
7445; the USAG Humphreys After
Hours Clinic at 753-8111; the USAG
Humphreys Behavioral Health
Clinic at 753-7657; and the USAG
Yongsan Behavioral Health Clinic at
737-0508.
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Pint-size Zumba offered
By Lori Yerdon that diagnosis, she made a decision to least 30 minutes a day.”
USAG Humphreys Public Affairs change her lifestyle and to lose weight “I’ve gone to Zumba classes before
for the sake of her health. myself and it was so much fun and I
HUMPHREYS GARRISON — The “The reason I started working out is think that Zumba is a way to show kids
Latin-inspired dance-fitness program because my heart was failing me. I had that fitness is fun,” said Karla Burke,
Zumba came to School Age Services knee problems,” Morton said. “After the program director for SAS. “It’s im-
for the first time Feb. 11, and 13 where doctors said I was morbidly obese, I portant to show children at this age
children gave the after school program promised myself that I would work out that they need to be physically fit.”
a shot. and that I would help others.” The official Zumba web site said that
For some of the kids this was their Once Morton made changes in her since its inception in 2001, Zumba Fit-
first attempt at the fitness class with diet and began to exercise regularly, ness has grown to become the world’s
instructor Karen Morton but for oth- she began to inspire and motivate oth- largest and most successful dance-
ers, Zumba is an activity they look ers to live healthier lives as well. fitness program with more than 10
forward to each week at Humphreys She has started fitness clubs at each million people of all shapes, sizes and
American School. of the schools she has taught, and now ages taking Zumba classes in more
Morton, a second grade teacher at her drive and dedication to help oth- than 90,000 locations in more than 110
HAS, offers Zumba classes to students, ers has brought her to School Age Ser- countries.
their parents and fellow teachers twice vices. The Zumba class is offered on Fridays
a week at school and she thought it Zumba is “fun because I get to dance at the SAS building and children in
would be beneficial to offer the class at and exercise,” said David Polaski, 8. grades first through fifth that are regis-
CYSS too. Morton told the kids “Even if you tered with SAS in Building 570 are eli-
“As a teacher, I’m seeing more and don’t come back to this Zumba class, gible to participate. For more informa-
more obese children,” Morton said. get out and be active. Go for a walk or tion on this and other CYSS programs,
“I’ve seen a pattern in all my years of run. Everyone should be active for at call Burke at 753-8507. x
teaching and children are just not ac-
tive anymore. I remember when kids
would go outside and play and climb
trees but kids don’t do that anymore.
That’s why kids have a problem with
obesity today.”
A student of Morton’s, Cailyn
Meswain, age 7, said “The class is fun
and I like to dance.” Meswain has the
opportunity to take Zumba classes
three times a week now that it’s being
offered at SAS.
After the inaugural workout, Morton
talked with the kids and explained the
importance of good nutrition, being
active and why they should get up from
behind their computers and video
games to exercise.
“A lot of children nowadays are doing
nothing,” Morton told the kids. “They
are just playing video games and if kids
don’t work out when they’re young,
they may have problems when they get
older, like heart disease or diabetes.”
“Your bodies aren’t meant for you to
sit; you need to move your bodies,” she
added.
Nine years ago, doctors told Mor- Khalia Burke dances during the inaugural Zumba class at School Age Services on Feb
ton she was morbidly obese and with 11 . — U.S. Army photo by Lori Yerdon
From left, Alex Chang, Mason Hook, and Kayla Spangler follow Karen Morton’s instruction during the first Zumba class offered at
School Age Services. — U.S. Army photo by Lori Yerdon
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USFK cooks prep for competition

By Cpl. Tim Oberle
2nd Combat Aviation Brigade
Public Affairs

HUMPHREYS GARRISON — Many

servicemembers may believe that mil-
itary food service specialists only pos-
sess the skills to make a limited num-
ber of dishes. What most people don’t
realize is that they possess a wealth of
knowledge to make a wide variety of
culinary creations.
With the ability to sauté, grill and
flambé some of the world’s finest cui-
sines, food service specialists can pre-
pare many of the same dishes featured
on TV.
In response to the limited oppor-
tunities that military cooks have to
display their talents, the Department
of Defense provides an annual outlet
for these remarkably talented service-
members to showcase some of their
creative delicacies during the annual
culinary contest at Fort Lee, Va.
This year’s meeting will be the 36th
Annual Culinary Arts Competition
and United States Force Korea will be
represented by the finest chefs from
the Korean Peninsula. This year’s team
captain, Sgt. Jeffrey Mathews, a food
service specialist from the 6-52 Air De-
fense Artillery from Suwon Air Base,
thinks that many of the chefs compet-
ing have an excellent chance of bring-
ing back some medals.
“Even though we got a late start, this
team is really coming together, and I
think a lot of these chefs stand a really
good chance of winning,” Mathews
said. “They have been preparing ex-
tremely hard to perfect their craft.”
During the competition from March
3 to 10, the USFK team will compete
against servicemembers from every
branch of the military and all over the
world.
“Some of the categories during the
competition are the junior and senior
chef competition, hot food competi-
tion, student skills competition and
the mystery basket competition,”
Mathews said. “The mystery compe-
tition is pretty cool because you don’t
know what ingredients you’ll have and
you have to prepare a four-course meal Pfc. Antonio Duran Christian, 1st Replacement Company Yongsan, practices a culinary technique called plate presentation, at the
with what you are given. It forces you
Rotorwash Café on Seoul Air Base, to get ready for the 36th Annual Culinary Arts Competition at Fort Lee, Va., in March. The com-
to think creatively right there on the
spot.” petition features some of the military’s best chefs. — U.S. Army photo by Cpl. Tim Oberle
For some of the younger chefs on come fully prepared. There are going helped his team members. and I think my experience will really
the team, this will be the first time for to be a lot of good cooks there and I “I have been describing to some of make a difference.”
them in a competition of this mag- can’t afford to be afraid. You just need the new chefs about the conditions No matter what happens, getting the
nitude. “I am really excited to get the to be confident in the product that you that they will face during the competi- chance to compete gives them the op-
opportunity to compete,” said Pfc. An- make.” tion,” Elliot said. “My first time at the portunity to be recognized. And while
tonio Duran Christian from the 1st Re- For Spc. Jarvis James Elliot, a silver competition, the noise levels and ner- none of this year’s competitors will
placement Company at Yongsan. medalist in last year’s competition vousness of not knowing what to ex- probably ever end up cooking next to
“I haven’t decided what I am going to from United States Army Garrison pect really kept me from taking home Emeril Lagasse, perhaps coming home
prepare yet, but I know that in order Daegu, his experience has not only the gold. This time around, I am com- with a medal will at least provide them
to win a medal I am going to have to been beneficial to him, but has also peting for the junior chef of the year with their just desserts. x

Spit Out takes aim at smokeless tobacco

By W. Wayne Marlow
USAG Humphreys Public Affairs
HUMPHREYS GARRISON —
About 19 percent of 18- to 24-year-old
men in the armed forces use smoke-
less tobacco, more than double the
national rate.
In response, the Department of De-
fense is highlighting the Great Ameri-
can Spit Out on Feb. 24. The DOD
web site is currently hosting a special
Great American Spit Out page at www.
ucanquit2.org/facts/gaspo/, where
servicemembers can pledge to quit.
Dave Elger, Area III health promo-
tions coordinator, acknowledges it
takes more than a trip to a web site to
get off of smokeless tobacco, but that
any start is welcome.
“It’s not easy and the relapse rate is
high,” he said. “But it can be done.”
Part of Elger’s duties are to work with
those who want to quit.
“We develop a plan and strategy, and
identify situations where they are more
apt to dip. Then we practice working
on those situtions,” he said.
Next comes an attempt to gradually
get the dipper off smokeless tobacco.
“We work on a schedule to reduce
the time it is in their mouth every day.
For instance, they can delay the time of
their first dip of the day by an hour or
two,” Elger said.
Then, a target date is set to give up
the dip. There are also medical options
for more pronounced cases.
Elger said smoking Soldiers may find
themselves in situations where they
are unable to light up as often as they
had before, “so they go to dip.” x
(Editor’s note: The Tricare News Service
contributed to this article).
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Soldier Board requires proper planning, lots of confidence

Story and photo by Cpl. Jang Bong-seok
USAG Daegu Public Affairs
DAEGU GARRISON — A lot goes
into preparing for a board, as any Soldier
who’s had that experience will tell you.
Studying, practicing, and getting the
uniform ribbons and insignias lined up
correctly and the uniform properly fitted
are just a few of the things that go into
that unforgettable experience. However,
before any of this can really happen, there
are a few conditions that first must be met.
According to Sgt. 1st Class Monyette
L. Alexander, HHC USAG Daegu, there
are some standards that individuals must
first meet.
“All Soldiers and KATUSAs who have
exemplified outstanding performance,
and set an example for all to emulate, have
a chance of being selected to go before a
board. There are some basic requirements
they must meet, such as passing the Army
Physical Fitness Test, and qualifying with
their assigned weapon,” she said.
“The board gives the leadership a
chance to see who’s out there doing
well—exceeding the standard, and
representing the Army in a very positive Pfc. Park Tae-jun, who participated in the February Soldier Board at HHC USAG Daegu, renders a hand salute to the board members
way,” said Alexander. “Once before the before undergoing a series of military questions on a variety of military-related topics.
board, the Soldiers are queried on a
number of military subjects. Those the Army.
topics may include, but are not limited “I studied for two months, and
to the NCO Support Channel, Chain sometimes it was very difficult,” said
of Command, and current events Park. “However, I knew this was necessary
categories. Many of the things the if I was to become a better Soldier. I think
soldiers do on a frequent basis. To the biggest challenge for me was the
help them prepare, they have at their language. As you know, most KATUSAs
disposal, the Army Study Guide.” are not perfect with their English speaking
As should be expected, board skills, and being nervous made it hard for
members are selected with care. me to concentrate on what the panel was
“Here at HHC, as the Company asking. I used to think that the biggest
1st Sgt., I make the board selection,” prize from winning the board was the
said 1st Sgt. Marvin Jones. “Those 3-day pass. However, I now realize that the
selected members come from HHC experience I gained from going before the
USAG Daegu, and once they have been board really is the biggest prize.”
identified, they are assigned a category Having participated in a number of
of material that comes from the Best boards, Alexander knows the ins and outs
Warrior of the Year Competition. We of a successful board experience.
do this so that the Soldier who will “As a board member I can share with
eventually appear before the board, will you that we expect our soldiers to appear
be more comfortable appearing in front before the board well prepared, and with
of a Cmd. Sgt. Maj., and a Sgt. Maj.,” an attitude of confidence. We realize they
Pfc. Park Tae-jun , HHC, NBC Operations will come in and be a bit nervous, but they
Specialist, just experienced his first should come in expecting to win because
board earlier this month.. It was a great they know they have done their best, and
opportunity to understand more about we can’t ask for any more than that.” x Pfc. Park Tae-jun is an NBC Operations Specialist assigned to HHC USAG Daegu.

Missoula Children’s Theater to perform Jungle Book on Camp Walker

By Mary Grimes
USAG Daegu Public Affairs
DAEGU GARRISON — If
you’re not familiar with the Missoula
Children’s Theatre, here’s your chance
to correct that because an upcoming
production of “Jungle Book” is heading
to Camp Walker March 19, and your
help is needed to make it a success.
Angie Hart with US Army Garrison
Daegu Child and Youth Services, offers
a little bit of background details on the
theatre activity, to hopefully stir up your
interest.
“Missoula Children’s Theatre began
in Missoula, Montana in 1970 when two
men, Jim Caron and Don Collins, starred
together in the play Man of La Mancha,”
she said. “Soon after that production, the
two gentlemen began a company that
focused on performing live theatre for
children, and shortly thereafter began
casting children in roles. In February
1972, a performance of Snow White
was booked in a Montana community
over 500 miles away from Missoula.
“Caron and Collins were not comfortable
traveling with the seven children that had
been cast as the seven dwarfs, through
the bad weather. So, they made the
radical decision to cast the children’s
roles from children residing in the town
in which the play was to take place. The
directors traveled to the town a week
before the performance to cast the
children’s roles and to rehearse. Four
hundred and fifty children showed up
at the audition for the seven roles. The
success of that week opened the eyes
of the company to the major interest
among children, parents, teachers, and
set the stage for today’s International
Tour, Performing Arts Camps, and the
local children’s theater season held at the
MCT, which is now the home-base facility.
It officially opened its doors in 1998.”
Hart further explained that
the Missoula Children’s Theatre
International Tour project sends two
actors and directors to a site. The team of
two then cast the roles and crew, rehearses,
and performs two shows --all beginning
on Monday and ending on Saturday.
“This year’s production will be Jungle
Book, and will require 50 to 60 cast
members in order to be successful.
It’s amazing at what these children
accomplish in only a week’s time. The
productions are excellent, and the children
gain life skills through participation in the
performing arts –which is the mission
of MCT. This year the production will
be held at the Youth Center on Camp
Walker on Saturday March 19, with two
shows at 5 and 5:30 p.m. The children will
audition then begin rehearsals on March
14, beginning at 2:30 p.m. through 7 p.m.
The same rehearsal schedule will be kept
Monday thru Friday. Saturday will be a
rehearsal day too, before the performances.
“The set and costumes will all be
provided,” Hart said. “This year’s
production is sponsored by Child Youth
and School Services here in USAG Daegu.
However, the one thing we are missing,
and in great need of, if the show is to go
on, is a pianist. A pianist is needed to
provide the music for the production, and
that individual will need to begin practice
Wednesday, March 16. It is important that
that individual is available for all rehearsals
and the two performances to follow.”
Anyone interested in this volunteer
opportunity can contact Angiemarie Hart
at 764-5467/5298. The music is available
now, if the interested party would like to
begin practicing. x
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t News & Notes
Chess Tournament
Saturday, Feb. 26 at the Camp Walker
CAC. Open to all adult DOD personnel,
18 years and older, stationed on Army
installations in Korea who are authorized
to use FMWR facilities. Waivers for
younger players will be reviewed on a
case-by-case basis. Top 3 players will be
eligible for advancement to the USAG
Daegu level of competition on March
19. Call 764-4123 for more information.
Indoor Soccer League
Camp Carroll Daegu Area Indoor Soccer
League begins on February 28. Register
Now. Call Camp Carroll Daegu Area
Sports & Fitness Center at 765-8287 for
more information.
Women’s Health, Nutrition and
Fitness Forum
All are invited to attend the 19TH ESC
Area IV Women’s Health, Nutrition and
Fitness Forum Feb. 22, starting at 8 : 30
a.m at the Evergreen Community Club.
The point of contact and coordinator
for this event is SFC Thornhill,
nikisha.v.thornhill@korea.army.mil.
Financial Counseling Services
Financial counseling for soldiers
and family members with emphasis
on managing personal finances and
tracking spending habits. Development
of a personal financial plan, retirement
plan, and college saving plan. Call the
ACS financial readiness program office,
768-8127 or 768-7112.
Attention Readers
The inaugural meeting of the Daegu
Book Club will be Feb. 22, 7 p.m. at
Starbucks on Camp Walker. Our first
book will be The Immortal Life of
Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot.
Questions or suggestions, contact Meri
Healey, 764-5910 meri.d. healey@us.
army. mil.
FMWR Marketing
Can’t find your favorite menu at the
club? Got a party theme your friends
would love? Have a program idea for
teens? Tell us what you would do if
you could reach out and touch FMWR
programs, events and activities and
you could win $100 in FMWR gift
certificates. Suggestions can be e-mailed
to laurel.baek@korea.army.mil
Say it on ICE
Ever wonder if your voice is heard. Say it
on ICE, we’re listening. Fill out an online
comment card today our response is
guaranteed. http://ice.disa mil
Texas Hold’em
Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. at Camp Carroll
Hideaway Club. Weekly prizes for the
top 3 players. $20 per person. Free meal
for players. Points awarded for every 8
weeks of play toward the final game and
a $1,000 prize. Calll 765-8574 for more
information
USAG DAEGU
Military Saves Campaign 2011 comes to USAG DAEGU
By Jeannie Y. Relaford
USAG Daegu Financial Readiness Program
Coordinator
DA EG U G A R R I S O N — Yo u
might be asking yourself “What is
Military Saves? Well, it’s a social
marketing campaign developed to
persuade, motivate, and encourage
military families to save money every
month, and to convince leaders and
organizations to be aggressive in
promoting automatic savings. The
campaign itself is a growing network
Respite Care: Getting the break you need
By Mirian Houston
USAG Daegu ACS
DAEGU GARRISON — Do you have
a family member with special needs or a
disability? Could you use an occasional
break to get away, even if it is to shop in
peace or take a nap?
Teach by Example: Be parents who measure up to their roles
By Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Milton Johnson
USAG Daegu Garrison Chaplain
DAEGU GARRISON — Many a
young person has left home because
more than enough religion had been
forced on them by parents who did
not measure up to their professions
of faith.
No father ever gets away with
dropping his children off at church
school while he goes home to mow
the lawn or wash the car.
The children will allow themselves
to be dropped, and they will go in and
sit throughout the classes, but they will
wait patiently for the day when they can
make their own decisions. Then they
too, will choose to skip church school
and worship and do really something
profitable like mow grass or washing
cars, or they may just go to the dogs.
Then there is the other sort of
Christian parent who would never miss
any of the services of the church, but
the children know that living with the
parents is like rooming with the devil.
Anybody can keep up a pious front in
public, but no one has enough patience
to maintain the fraud 24 hours a day
at home. If it isn’t real, it will show up
under the tensions of family life.
of organizations and individuals
committed to both helping and
supporting military members and
their loved ones build personal
savings arsenals to provide for their
immediate, long term financial needs
and debt reduction.
In USAG Daegu, the annual Military
Saves week runs February 20-27, 2011.
During that time there will be a variety
of events and workshops up and
running at the Camp Walker PX and
Commissary. We are offering a “Piggy
Bank Beauty “contest that will consist
If so, you may be interested in this.
The US Army Garrison Daegu
Exceptional Family Member Program
offers respite care to anyone who is
enrolled in the EFMP and meets the
criteria. They will provide the funds
for you to be able to leave that family
member with a caregiver, utilizing the
Children who are reared in an
atmosphere of hypocrisy soon catch
on, and as surely as they come of age,
they will want to leave that kind of
home. When they do, they will also
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of different age groups that compete to
design the best piggy bank and a prize
will be given to the winners. There will
also be investment workshops held
Feb. 24, beginning at 7 p.m., in the ACS
building on Camp Henry.
The overall goal of the “Military
Saves” program is to promote debt
reduction, savings and investing
in the military community, with
the help of financial awareness. For
more information please contact the
ACS Financial Readiness program
representative at DSN: 768-8127. x
Child Development Center for hourly
care.
For more information, call 053-
470-8329/768-8329 or e-mail mirian.
houston@us.army.mil
Interested in becoming a provider?
Call the above number to begin your
training. x
say goodbye to its church and its God.
It is better for us to live much and
teach little, than to teach much and live
little. It is better still to live much and
teach much. There may still be problems,
but at least we have eliminated one of
them. We know that the light of our
lives should be kept shining before the
world. Perhaps it is more important that
we keep it shining before our children.
The Apostle Paul wanted the
Phillipians to live Godly lives - he said
to them: “That ye may be blameless
and harmless, the sons of God without
rebuke, in the midst of a crooked and
perverse nation, among whom ye
shine as lights in the world. (Phil 2:15)
Could that verse be paraphrased
and modernized?
“That we may be blameless and live
clean and innocent lives as children of
God in front of our families.”
In all things showing thyself a
pattern of good works: In doctrine
showing incorruptness, gravity,
sincerity. (Titus 2:7)
Sometimes our children turn out
well in spite of the fact that we do not
live for God at home, but surely they
have a much better chance if they see
demonstrated at home what their
parents preach at church. x
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Leadership in fighting fires: Preventing fires before they ignite

By Andrew Allen
USAG Daegu Deputy Fire Chief
DAEGU GARRISON — Fire rips
through home in base housing; two
seriously injured jumping from the
third floor, two children perish and
two are saved by firefighters. Gets your
attention doesn’t it?
Fighting Fires through Fire
Prevention does not have the same
news punch as death, destruction and
heroism.
Here is an e-mail head line our
commander loves seeing every morning:
Fire Department Morning Brief: No
emergency responses yesterday.
Leadership is fighting fire before
ignition occurs. Learn about fire safety
and prevention and then pass on this
information to your Soldiers and family
members. This will save lives before
they are even in peril, and this is what
leadership is all about. Be a leader in fire
prevention at home and at work.
Smokey the Bear says, “Only You Can
Prevent Forrest Fires.” This also true for
fires in the home, office and the field.
Fires are nearly 100 percent preventable
in all areas of our community. Simple, Make sure your cigarrette is completely out before you walk away, or you could end up running from the result. Use the proper cigarrette
consistent measures taken by you can disposal receptical. — U.S. Army photo by Cpl. Jang Bong-seok
achieve this. from barracks and offices on military before disposing of them properly. only minutes or seconds for you to
• Pay attention to cooking, it will taste installations. • Give space heaters space and check escape. That is why working smoke
so much better! Distraction from the • That cigarette butt you just threw electric cords regularly can help fight alarms can play such a huge role in
cooking operation is like falling asleep out does not magically disappear when fire without a firefighter having to get saving lives.
while driving you probably won’t wake it leaves your finger tips. It is trash with a all hot, dirty, and smoky. Fighting fire early, before ignition
up in time. Never leave food cooking red hot tip just looking for a place to cause Across America, Korea and the Army, occurs, can make all the difference in
without your undivided attention. more destruction. Tired, been drinking, fire fatalities occur mostly at home. In our community and across the world.
• Candles are a f lame begging to that cigarette you just lit up may light America, 66 percent occur in homes Teaching fire safety and prevention
become a monster the second it has up your life more than you think as you without a working smoke alarm. In and saving lives before they are even
a chance. Leave it unattended and it drift off to sleep. Don’t light up if tired or Korea, this percentage is much higher as in peril, this is what leadership is all
will dance with joy as it consumes your been drinking. When you do smoke, use most homes do not have smoke alarms. about. Be a leader in Fire Prevention
home. This is why DoD bans them the ash tray; ensure all the ends are cold Fire spreads quickly and there are at home and at work. x

Daegu and Area IV get Valentine’s Day gift not soon forgotten

USAG Daegu DHR Director Marleen Rosalie gets her car cleared - sort of!

Pfc. Chung Ji-man (right) does his best to keep the sidewalk clear after 4 to 6 inches of
snow fell Feb. 14, a 30-year high for Daegu. — U.S. Army photos by Cpl. Jang Bong-seok
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 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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용산 기지 사령관
사설
납세자의 친구가 되십시오: 에너지를 절약합시다
마찬가지입니다. 우리가 적게 직접적으로 조절한다고 생각해야

용산기지사령관 윌리엄 P.휴버 소비하고 환경을 도울 수 있는 부분 합니다.

(William P. Huber) 대령
중 하나는 바로 에너지 부분입니다. 그 예산은 소중한 자원이며

이를 위해서 여러분의 도움이 우리는 그 자원을 현명하게

여러분이 뉴스를 보거나 집에 필요하지만 말입니다. 사용해야 합니다. 우리의 재원과

있는 가족들과 연락을 유지하고 용산기지는 물, 전기, 그리고 천연 자원의 현명한 관리는 우리가

있다면 반복되는 주제에 대해서 가스 절약을 촉진시키기 위해 다음 세대를 위해 이를 보존할 수

들을 수 있을 것입니다. 예산이 에너지 절약 관련 메모를 문, 화장실 있게 합니다.

빠듯하다고 말입니다. 금융 그리고 다른 공공장소에 부착하기 여러분이 가족을 이끄는 사용하는 모든 것에는 우리 위대한

스트레스는 미국 중산층과 미국 시작했습니다. 이 것은 하나의 배우자이든 부대나 사무실을 국민이 지불한 비용을 포함한다는

국방부 모두에게 타격을 주었고 계획일 뿐이고 우리는 사무실에서 이끄는 군인이나 민간인이든 절약 것을 기억하는 등 모범을 보이십쇼.

많은 문제들과 마찬가지로 우리들 그리고 집에서 여러분의 도움이 문화를 홍보하는데 저와 기지에 집에서나 직장에서나 군살 없이

또한 우리의 예산을 재평가하여 필요합니다. 우리 모두는 온도 동참하십쇼. 필요없는 전기를 깨끗하게 운용하는 리더가 되어

현명하게 소비하는 것이 조절 장치, 스토브 다이얼, 그리고 끄고 방 온도를 현명하게 결정하고 다른 사람들의 믿음을 존중한다는

불가피하게 되었습니다. 용산기지도 수도꼭지가 우리 세금의 흐름을 낭비되는 자원에 주의하며 우리가 것을 보여주십쇼.