July 9, 2010 • Volume 8, Issue 38

Published for those serving in the Republic of Korea http://imcom.korea.army.mil

Rocket Valley
Families witness live fire event

Soldiers of 6-37th FA held a live-fire demonstration after a three-week field training exercise with Republic of Korea Soldiers from 5000th Battalion, 5th Fires Brigade. What made
this event different than other exercises is that their families were on hand to witness the MLRS launches. See the story on Page 18. — U.S. Army photo by 2nd. Lt. Long Pham

GARRISONS OVERVIEW FEATURE

Region News
USAG Red Cloud
P02
P05
All–Army Basketball
Sights & Sounds
P02
P03 Page 16
USAG Casey
USAG Yongsan
P05
P09
Command Perspective P04
Chaplain Page P15
Hair Raising
USAG Humphreys
USAG Daegu
P21
P25
Photo Feature Page P16
Rocket Valley Family Day P18
FreedomFest
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The Morning Calm

Published by
U.S. Forces Korea bids farewell to ROK JCS chairman
Installation Management Command Korea
Gen. Walter L. Sharp, commander of
Commander/Publisher: Col. David G. Fox United Nations Command, Combined Forces
Public Affairs Officer/Editor: R. Slade Walters
Senior Editor: Dave Palmer Command and U.S. Forces Korea, presented a
USAG-RED CLOUD
“Katchi Kapsida” statue to honor Lee’s leadership
Commander: Col. Larry A. Jackson in maintaining security in Korea and his efforts
Public Affairs Officer: Margaret Banish-Donaldson
CI Officer: James F. Cunningham
to strengthen the ROK-U.S. Alliance.
“Your 36 years of distinguished service has
USAG-YONGSAN
Commander: Col. David W. Hall strengthened the ROK-U.S. Alliance and the
Public Affairs Officer: Dan Thompson ROK military,” said Sharp. “I thank you for a
CI Officer: Jane Lee
Staff Writers: Sgt. Hwang Joon-hyun, Cpl. Kim Hyung- lifetime of contribution to the defense of the
joon, Pfc. Choe Yong-joon great nation of Korea and for all the work you
USAG-HUMPHREYS did on behalf of the alliance.”
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Lee expressed his gratitude to Sharp for
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Staff Writers: PV2 Jang Bong-seok, PV2 Kim Min-jae
Interns: Kim Seeun, Kim Min-yeong
who participated in the ceremony.
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Maj. Tony Reed was selected as head coach
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They will participate in a camp to be held
at Fort Indiantown Gap, Pa. from Jul. 21–Aug.
14. If chosen for the All–Army squad they will
compete in the Armed Forces Women’s Basketball
Championship Aug. 15–23 at Ft. Myer, Va.
All Army Sports directly supports the readiness and well-being of Soldiers. Participants may
In all only 22 Servicemembers will attend the
be selected to represent the Army in Armed Forces Sports Championships, National and
selection camp and only 12 will make the final
International competitions. The All Army Sports Program is designed to allow Soldiers to fulfill
roster. Reed is a two time All–Army Coach, for
individual potential and rise to the highest possible level of performance. — Courtesy graphic
the men, in 2006-07.
Reed says the Women’s All–Army Team has With a very talented squad shaping up, To reach that ultimate prize they will return
dominated CISM play for much of the last 25 many with prior All–Army, collegiate and pro to Korea to compete in the CISM – Conseil
years coming up a bit short in third place the experience, he is very optimistic about the team International du Sport Militaire – Women’s
last two. returning to gold. Basketball Championship Sep. 8–18 in Seoul.
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MP Blotter
The following entries were excerpted
from the military police blotters. These
entries may be incomplete and do not
imply guilt or innocence.

USAG-Red Cloud:
Larceny of Private Property; Larceny
of Government property; Unknown
Subject’s by unknown means, gained
access to locker #21, BLDG #3015,
USAG Casey, and removed Victim #1
book bag which contained one complete
set of ACU’s, military ID card, state
ID card, two bank cards, TMP driver’s
license, a barracks room and a military
office key which were left secured and
unattended. There were no signs of
forced entry. Victim #1’s ID card was
flagged in DBIDS. There have not
been any reports of any unauthorized
transactions made to Victim #1’s bank
cards. Victim #1 cancelled his bank
cards. ECOL is unknown. This is a
final report.

USAG-Yongsan:
Traffic Accident Without Injuries; Damage
to Government Property; Failure to
Judge Proper Clearance; Subject #1,
operating a Government Owned Vehicle,
failed to judge proper clearance and
struck Victim #1’s Government Owned
Vehicle which was illegally parked,
secured and unattended at the parking
lot adjacent to BLDG #1002, USAG
Yongsan. Damage to Subject #1’s
vehicle consisted of scratches on the
right rear door. Damage to Victim
#1’s vehicle consisted of scratches
on the right front bumper. Subject
#1rendered a sworn statement denying
the offense and was released on his own
recognizance. Witness #1 rendered a
written sworn statement attesting to the
incident. Subject #1 reported utilization
of his seat belt. ECOD is unknown. This
is a final report.

USAG-Humphreys:
Larceny of Private Property; Unknown
Subject #1’s by unknown means,
removed Victim #1’s bicycle which was
left unsecured and unattended at BLDG
#1019, USAG-Humphreys. A search of
the area for subject(s) and/or witness(es)
met with negative results. Victim #1 This statue near the Goseong Unification Observatory is about as far north and east as you can go in the Republic of Korea. The observatory was built
rendered a written sworn statement well above the 38th Parallel in 1983 and is the closest place you can view Mt. Geumgangsan in the north. — Photo courtesy of Dave Palmer
attesting to the incident. Victim #1’s
bike was registered on post. ECOL is
unknown. This is a final report. SIGHTS AND SOUNDS: Off-post events and activities
USAG-Daegu:
Traffic Accident Without Injuries; Damage
to Private Property; Obligation for Safe Korea’s Water Parks to be particularly good for the skin.. This cuisine. Two of the main festival events
Operation; Subject #1 operating a The sweltering heat creeps up on us year held from July 17–25. are the cultural performances: ‘Danogut,’
Privately Owned Vehicle, while making quickly here in Korea and there is always a ritual performed to ask spirits for the
an improper lane change, struck Victim
a need to keep cool. Going to a water Haneul Park: Transforming Seoul’s good health and happiness of people; and
#1’s Privately Owned Vehicle on HWY
#11, Daegu. Damage to Subject #1’s park in Korea is one of the most fun World Cup Stadium the ‘Gwanno’ masked dance, a traditional
vehicle consisted of dents and paint things to do to cool off in the summer. When Haneul Park was created, it was masked dance where the ‘nobles’ and
transfer on the left rear bumper and the Of course, things like wave pools that designed with conservation and the ‘commoners’ of society mingle together,
left tail light which was broken. Damage replicate an ocean of rolling waves; preservation of biodiversity in mind. To that their identities hidden by their masks.
to the Victim #1’s vehicle consisted of slides with a thrill factor on par with end, five wind-powered generators produce
the right headlight shattered, dents and
paint transfer on the right front bumper roller coasters; and a wide selection electricity to operate the park’s lamps, while Slather on the Sunscreen
and hood. Both reported utilization of of swimming pools await visitors. But the methane gas produced underground by Korea is surrounded on three sides by
their seatbelts. ECOD is unknown. This something special about Korea’s water the landfill is recycled as fuel for the stadium water and has plenty of great beaches
is a final report. parks is that many of them also have hot and nearby apartments. World Cup Stadium in a variety of shapes and sizes. The
spring spas including Jjimjilbang (Korean Station on Seoul Metro Line 6 (exit #1). months of July and August in particular are
Traffic Accident Without Injuries;
style sauna), allowing you to relax and great times to hit the beach, considering
Damage to Government Property;
Unsafe Movement of Vehicle from a recharge after a fun-packed day. Gangneung Danoje Festival temperatures get as high as 30 degrees
Stopped Position; Subject #1, operating The Gangneung Danoje Festival is an Celsius or more. Since most beaches
a Government Owned Vehicle, while Boryeong Mud Festival international celebration that has been officially open in late June/early July and
making an unsafe movement from a One of Korea’s most famous festivals, designated as an ‘Intangible Cultural Asset’ close toward the end of August, visitors
stopped position, struck a metal pole visitors to the Boryeong Mud Festival by UNESCO. During the festival, visitors have only a few months to splash around
in the parking lot of TMP, USAG-Daegu
slather themselves with mud, which may enjoy traditional folk games played in the water and take part in Korea’s beach
(Henry). Damage to Subject #1’s vehicle
consisted of paint transfer and scratches contains many nutrients that are known on Dano while sampling traditional Dano culture.
on the left front bumper. ECOD is
unknown. This is a final report. Source: www.korea.net, www.seoulselection.com, http://english.tour2korea.com, www.visitseoul.net — No endorsement implied.
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By Col. Terry D. Hodges

Commander, U.S. Army Garrison Daegu

I have said it before and you’ll hear it again, U.S.

Army Garrison Daegu and Area IV continue to grow
as we become one of the strategic and enduring hubs
here in Korea – and with that growth will come an
increase of more than 2500 new family members over
the next decade.
We here at the Garrison are committed to
providing the absolute best services possible to these
and our current Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Marines
and family members. That means the best health care,
childcare, schools and more.
An essential part of this care for our Families,
which we can sum up as the Army Family Covenant,
is the Exceptional Family Member Program, or
EFMP. Managed through the Family and Morale,
Col. Terry D. Hodges — U.S. Army photo
Welfare and Recreation Command, the EFMP is a
comprehensive, coordinated program that provides their career. This is simply not true. This is our way
community support, educational, medical, housing of ensuring that Soldiers and Families know before
and personnel services to Families with special needs. they depart for a new installation that they will be able
Families who have questions or need EFMP support to find the services necessary for the health and well-
are encouraged to go to the USAG Daegu Army being of all their Family members.
Community Service offices on Camp Henry and It is also important for Soldiers and their Families
speak with our EFMP Manager, or give them a call to know that the Army’s EFMP does much more
at 768-8329. than provide information for assignment decisions.
What is an Exceptional Family Member? Any The EFMP is one way we can keep some of the most
family member, child or adult, regardless of age, with important promises articulated in the Army Family
any physical, emotional, developmental or educational Covenant: providing access to high-quality medical
need that requires on-going special treatment, therapy, care, educational opportunities and family programs
education, training or counseling. that foster an environment in which Families can
Soldiers with Family members who have special thrive.
needs are required to enroll in EFMP, so that the There are more than 70,000 registered family
needs can be considered during the military personnel members in the EFMP, from 16 percent of all
assignment process. This is especially true here in Army Families. As some of these Families consider
Korea, particularly in Daegu and Area IV, where a transfer to Daegu and Area IV, I want to reaffirm
we may have to coordinate care with larger facilities our commitment to meeting the challenge of giving
available in Memorandum of Understanding them the very best in available services. As Installation
(MOU) Korean Hospitals or Army facilities in Camp Management Command (IMCOM) Commanding
Humphries or USAG Yongsan. General Lt. Gen. Rick Lynch says, “This is part of
Some Soldiers may be reluctant to identify our promise to Families, for the sacrifices they make,
Family members for this program. They may feel and our commitment to Soldiers, whose strength and
that identifying with the program will adversely affect readiness is rooted in the strength of their Families.”

Counterintelligence Special Agent Recruiting Team

The U.S. Army’s CI Special Agent recruiting team will be conducting an information
briefing on Aug. 3, 1 – 2 p.m. at the USAG Yongsan Multipurpose Training Facility.
This presentation will provide information concerning career field MOS 35L (CI Special
Agent), to include criteria for entry into 35L, how to apply for reclassification, as well as the
missions, assignments, and training opportunities CI Special Agents have.
These presentations are primarily directed at the enlisted force, personnel in grades E4
through E6. Army CI is made up of unique individuals who have a genuine desire to detect,
identify, assess and then neutralize or exploit foreign intelligence and security service activities
against U.S. Forces.
CI Special Agents work against these foreign intelligence and security services through the
conduct of CI investigations and operations, surveillance, evidence processing, analysis, source
operations, and of course the use of computer systems.
If you have an outgoing personality, can effectively organize information, are interested in
collecting information and studying its meaning, and an ability to clearly relay information
verbally and in writing, you should consider applying to become a CI Special Agent.
For more information you can call the recruiting team at 520-533-2320 or 5952.

Notice of deceased Soldier:

Anyone with a potential claim against the estate of Spc. Charles F. O’Brien, HSC 602nd
ASB, 2nd ID, 2nd CAB APO AP 96271 should contact DSN 753-5865.
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Warrior Country hails new command team

By Kevin Jackson
USAG Red Cloud Public Affairs

RED CLOUD GARRISON – Amidst

threatening overcast skies and high humidity
the Soldiers and civilians of Red Cloud
Garrison and numerous military and Korean
dignitaries gathered to witness a historic first
– a same-day change in leadership of both
the garrison commander and command
sergeant major – June 30 on the Village
Green.
Col. Hank Dodge accepted the mantle of
command from Col. Larry “Pepper” Jackson
who had been in command of the garrison in
Warrior Country since June 2007. Moments
later, Command Sgt. Maj. Nidal Saeed
assumed the top enlisted position from
Command Sgt. Maj. Earlene Lavender.
Dodge arrived in Korea from the
Pentagon where he served as the director
of Special Operations for Headquarters,
Department of the Army Operations
and Training Directorate. While he had
numerous overseas assignments, including
deployments to Haiti, Iraq and Afghanistan,
it is his first duty in South Korea.
Saeed is no stranger to Warrior Country.
He arrived from Casey Garrison, where he
held the top enlisted garrison position since
December 2007.
The outgoing command team was Col. Hank Dodge holds the U.S. Army Garrison Red Cloud colors moments after assuming command of the garrison
lauded by host officer, Col. David G. in Warrior Country from Col. Larry “Pepper” Jackson (center) as Command Sgt. Maj. Nidal Saeed (right) waits for the
Fox, Installation Management Command colors during the ceremony June 30 on Red Cloud Garrison’s Village Green. — U.S. Army photo by Ho Tong-o
Korea Region commander, for their ability
to sustain and support the 2nd Infantry said. “I want to personally thank you and Korean community, and his family for which I accept with great pride and humble
Division, Eighth U.S. Army and U.S. Forces your entire team for everything you have their support. He saved his most poignant resolve to serve each and every one of you,”
Korea, and their numerous force protection accomplished.” remarks for the directors and staff of the he said.
initiative and quality of life projects. Fox, who June 22 assumed the top post at combined Red Cloud and Casey team. “I pledge to build on the remarkable
Fox praised them for a “continuous IMCOM Korea, also took the opportunity “[Command Sgt. Maj. Lavender and accomplishments of Col. Jackson and the
schedule of renovation and construction to welcome the new command team for I] realized years ago all we had to do was Area I team. I plan to focus direction of
projects” that include the one-stop in- and bringing commitment, caring leadership provide opportunities, direction, purpose readiness, sustainability, well-being and
out-processing center, expansion of the and a record of success to the garrison. and motivation, and then sit back and transformation. I will spend my time and
Casey Lodge and construction of a new lodge “They understand caring for Soldiers and watch you all perform flawlessly as you did energy on continuous improvement of the
on Red Cloud Garrison, improved medical families are what are really important, and time and time again,” he said. “You all have quality of life for our Soldiers, civilians and
facilities including the transformation of the they will continue to ensure garrisons Red truly made USAG Red Cloud and Warrior their family members.”
Troop Medical Clinic at Casey Garrison to Cloud and Casey are taken care of – the Country a better place to work, live and Jackson was reassigned to U.S. Forces
a U.S. Army Health Clinic, construction right way.” train. Again, thank you all from the bottom Korea where he will serve as chief of the
of the Casey Elementary School, a child In his final remarks to the community, of my heart.” Capabilities Division, Assistant Chief of Staff
development center, the child and youth Jackson expressed his appreciation to the Dodge, a Special Forces branch officer, for Budget and Resource Management.
center and the Army Community Activities leaders of the 2nd Infantry Division, past who will be joined in Korea by his wife, was Lavender was reassigned as the
Centers. and current IMCOM Korea commanders, honored by the new assignment. command sergeant major for the U.S.
“Col. Jackson and Command Sgt. Maj. fellow commanders and command sergeants “I am enormously proud to be selected Army Environmental Command at Fort
Lavender, you should be very proud,” he major, leaders and organizations from the as your new garrison commander, a job Sam Houston, Texas.

Activities kick off children’s

summer reading club program
By Grace Richardson Children watched in awe as a clown
USAG Red Cloud Public Affairs shaped a balloon into a flower.
Later, families applauded Korean
CASEY GARRISON – School is kindergartners from nearby Bosan
out and the children are restless. So as Elementary School in Dongducheon,
a summertime service to families, the who treated their American neighbors
USAG Casey library kicked off a summer to a sameulnori performance as they
reading club with a party June 24 at the enthusiastically beat their child-size
Gateway Club. traditional Korean drums and gongs.
The “Voyage to Book Island” spotlights “It was awesome,” said Diana Brandlein,
the fun in books with the voices of a Camp Adventure summer hire at Casey
animated readers. Garrison.
USAG Casey librarians came out to “We had a great time. All of the camp
read “The Very Hungry Caterpillar” and children and I got free T-shirts, goodie
“Dirty Joe, the Pirate,” but reading wasn’t bags and the food rocked!”
the only thing happening at this party. The summer-long reading club is
Cho Yun-hee makes a flower out of balloons during the party kicking off the Family and Morale, Welfare and open to anyone from the community and
USAG Casey summer reading club program June 24 at the Gateway Club. — Recreation brought in entertainment will continue at 11 a.m. every Thursday
U.S. Army photo by Grace Richardson to create a fun-filled party atmosphere. through July 29 in the Gateway Club.
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News & Notes Campers experience English immersion

By Pfc. Mardicio Barrot
USAG Red Cloud Public Affairs
CPR, First Aid Class
Casey Garrison’s American Red Cross will CASEY GARRISON — Smiles were the
hold an adult, child and infant CPR and order of the day as volunteers and parents
first aid class from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., watched their children, graduate June 25 from
Saturday in the Army Community Service an English Camp at the Warrior’s Club.
classroom, bldg. 2317. The deadline to Yu I n - s e o n , t h e v i c e - m a y o r o f
register is today and the cost is $40. For Dongducheon and guest speaker for the
more information, call the American Red evening, congratulated the children on their
Cross at 730-3184 and 732-6160. accomplishments and noted how proud he
was of their participation. Shortly after his
Taxi Service remarks, the volunteers and children sang,
The Army and Air Force Exchange Service dance, set-up skits and played guessing games
has initiated an immediate amendment to to entertain the parents who attended the
the taxi service in Area I to provide the ceremony.
community with 24-hour daily service. Sophia Lee, USO Casey and Warrior Middle school students from Dongducheon perform for their parents and Soldiers
Previous hours of operation were 6 a.m. to 1 Country program coordinator, echoed the prior to the USO English Camp graduation ceremony June 25 at Casey Garrison.
a.m., Sunday through Thursday, and 6 a.m. vice-mayor’s remarks about how happy she — U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Mardicio Barrot
to 4 a.m., Saturday and U.S. holidays. The was for the children. It was her ninth English them an opportunity to learn new things Triangle. Each day was capped off with a
dispatch service will not begin operating its program. The USO offers a four- or five-day that can benefit them in their future. They three-hour English class.
24-hour daily service until Aug. 1 to give it camp twice a year for an estimated 30 to 40 also participate in activities like bowling, “The class may seem long but the
sufficient time to hire additional staff. During Korean students from the local community. field trips and sightseeing with American children were very involved and actually
the dispatch service’s first three months of The camp gives the students a rare Soldiers. enjoyed it,” Green said.
service it will collect and analyze customer opportunity to get a glimpse behind the tall Pfc. Jonathan Green, a volunteer from “This program is a good opportunity
calls and operational costs to determine if perimeter walls that surround the installation, the 1st Brigade Special Troops Battalion, for children to learn English and explore a
additional adjustments are necessary to the visit some of the facilities and participate in a 2nd Infantry Division, agreed the program new culture,” he added. “It’s also good for
taxi service hours in Warrior Country. wide array of activities with Soldiers. provides the children a lot of fun activities, Soldiers because it gives us insight on how
“The Soldiers participation is really which helps them learn English. to help out and interact with children while
Civilian Newcomer ’s awesome,” Lee said. “The first day the “The children had a good time learning learning a new culture, as well.”
Orientation Soldiers showed up they didn’t really know English and witnessing a Soldier’s way of Lee said the children really enjoyed the
A Civilian Newcomer’s Orientation is now what was going on, but after we had life,” he said. program and connected with the volunteers
being offered twice a month. Upcoming orientation the Soldiers got really involved Not only did the children get to witness in a very short period of time. She hopes
orientations are scheduled for July 13, July with the children; it seems the Soldiers who a Soldier’s life, they also had the opportunity the students’ enthusiasm carries over to the
27, Aug. 10 and Aug. 24. The orientations participate genuinely love children and I truly to visit the simulation cells for the Bradley volunteers.
will be held from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in appreciate it.” Fighting Vehicle and M1A1 Abrams Main “I hope we can get even more Soldier
Casey Garrison’s Family Readiness Center, Lee said the program provides children Battle Tank. They eat at various restaurants volunteers involved with the program in the
bldg. 2403. To register, call 730-3107, 732- with various fun-filled activities and gives and even experienced Army chow at the Iron future,” she said.
7779 or 732-5883.

ACS Birthday Celebrations VA brief sheds light on post-military service benefits

Army Community Services will celebrate its By Pfc. Mardicio Barrot
45th anniversary of serving the community USAG Red Cloud Public Affairs
Wednesday at the USAG Red Cloud
Bowling Alley, Thursday at the Camp RED CLOUD GARRISON – Service
Stanley Post Exchange and July 16 at the members from Warrior Country learned
USAG Casey Post Exchange. Each of the about a plethora of Veterans Affairs benefits
celebrations will be held from 11:30 a.m. to that they and their families may be eligible to
1 p.m. Come enjoy cake, free giveaways, receive after leaving the military during a VA
the opportunity to win prizes and learn benefits class held June 23 in the Education
about ACS classes and services. Also Center.
Casey Garrison is inviting the community Christopher Colby, veterans’ service
to attend the ground breaking ceremony representative for Veterans Affairs at Yongsan
for its new ACS site at 11:30 a.m., July 16. Garrison, provided the information to the
For more information, call ACS at 730-3107, Soldiers so they will be knowledgeable
732-5883 or 732-7779. about their benefits and how to apply for
them before their discharge from military
Marriage and Immigration Workshop service.
An International Marriage and Immigration “What we have been doing is going out
Workshop will be held from 1 to 4 p.m., to the entire Korean peninsula and giving the
Thursday in the Casey Garrison Family benefits delivery discharge briefing to Soldiers
Readiness Center, bldg. 2403. The who are on their way from a servicemember Christopher Colby, a representative for Veterans Affairs at Yongsan Garrison,
workshop is open to all identification to becoming a veteran and informing them advises servicemembers about their benefits during a class at USAG-Red Cloud
cardholders and it is recommended that of the benefits,” Colby said. Garrison’s Education Center June 23. — U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Mardicio Barrot
both partners attend. For more information, The VA administers a wide range of for service-connected injuries,” Colby said. it,” Colby said. “Also, if a Soldier has a family
call Army Community Services at 732-5883 benefits that includes healthcare, disability “If a Soldier suffers from a military injury, and wants to transfer education benefits to
or Legal Assistance at 730-3660. compensation for service related injuries, the they should immediately inform the VA his or her spouse or child, they can learn how
Montgomery G.I. Bill, the Post 9/11 G.I. before they get out of service, if they do that, to do that in this class.”
Education Center Ribbon Cutting Bill, the Home Loan Guarantee Program then they can get service connection and VA Classes are held at Yongsan Garrison,
The USAG Casey Education Center will and more for which servicemembers may healthcare for the rest of their life.” Casey Garrison, Red Cloud Garrison,
hold a ribbon cutting at 10 a.m., Thursday be entitled and in some instances, simply While the primary intent of the briefings Humphreys Garrison, Osan Air Base,
For more information, call 732-7015. don’t know about. is to inform servicemembers about their Kunsan Air Base, Camp Walker, Camp
Colby made a point of advising Soldiers benefits being leaving the military, Colby Henry, Commander Fleet Activities Chinhae
Camp Castle Fitness Facility Hours to be certain they apply for any service- said the briefings are also open to others. and other military installations throughout
Effective Thursday, normal operating hours related injuries before they are discharged. “I feel all Soldiers definitely want to come Korea. Contact the Army Career and
for the Camp Castle Fitness Facility’s will “I think that all Soldiers who plan to this class so they can be informed about Alumni Program Office at Camp Mobile
be 6 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday through Friday. to transition out of the military should the Post 9/11 G.I. Bill and hear about all the at 730-4033 for more information and the
For more information, call 730-3170. definitely apply for disability compensation benefits and money that comes along with upcoming class schedule.
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Red Cloud Golf Course tests even experienced duffers

By Jim Cunningham
USAG Red Cloud Public Affairs

RED CLOUD GARRISON — Every

day is a special day on the Red Cloud Golf
Course, says Don Durden, Family and
Morale, Welfare and Recreation golf course
manager. It presents challenges for the best
golfers and offers delights for those who are
new to the game.
For those who are not accustomed to
golf and its unique challenges, it may seem
like the quaint Red Cloud course wouldn’t
offer anything special. It’s a slender tract of
land that runs down the middle of the post
with only nine holes, but therein lays the
challenge, Durden said.
“This is a nine-hole golf course but the
way we have it set up, we have a front side
and a back side,” he said. “On the front you
are hitting a different shot than you would
be hitting on the back, say on the first hole
and the 10th. We have two different tee
boxes at each of the nine holes, so the player
is hitting from a different tee box while
playing the back nine holes.”
Playing the same holes from the opposite
sides gives the course an opportunity to pose Sarah Oh, a South Korean native and rising star on the Australian Ladies Professional Golf Association circuit, works
different challenges to the player, Durden to refine her putting skills on the Red Cloud Golf Course. — U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Jin Choi
said. the difficulty of play for the golfer,” he said. shortest hole we have is only 105 yards and to practice on.”
“We have different greens on some of the “Fairways are all very narrow and the greens I have seen a lot of people walk away from Among the courses best features are a
holes,” he said. “We have 18 flags out there are not very big. It will really help the golfer’s that hole with triple bogies and quadruple very good practice chipping green with a
that the player will hit to, so it is going to short game and is one of the reasons people bogies. It’s a tough little golf course.” sand trap and a good putting green, all at no
be a different shot on every hole.” like to play this golf course.” The Red Cloud Golf Course does sport cost to golfers. To add to these attractions is a
One thing that makes the Red Cloud The chipping and putting parts are many of the same advantages as other bigger, well-stocked pro shop, and advanced lessons
Golf Course so unique is the fact it’s a very something most golfers are always polishing and less challenging golf courses. The driving with a semi-professional and beginner’s
small and very short golf course, but it’s a and Durden said the Red Cloud Golf Course range where golfers can practice their long lessons with Durden.
very tough one because there are a lot of will also put those skills to the test. range driving shots is unique. “There are a lot of things available for
“out-of-bounds” on it where the player loses “This golf course differs from larger ones “The driving range is a short one, but you young Soldiers and civilians when it comes
a shot if he hits the ball out-of-bounds. in it has five par threes where larger golf can see what you are doing with your ball,” to golf, all can have a great time playing 18
“The out-of-bounds situation adds to courses may only have three,” he said. “The Durden said. “It has four slots for golfers holes,” he said.

Korean War remembrance tour highlights importance of peace, security

By Jim Cunningham Demilitarized Zone, or DMZ. Korea was founded, and now 60 years later to see the difficult trail traversed in 1950.
USAG Red Cloud Public Affairs In his opening remarks to the tourists, our country is the 10th largest economy in After arriving at the end of the memorial trail,
Choi said he hoped the tour commemorating the world,” he said. Spc. Daniel Estes of the 2nd Inf. Div. Band
GYEONGGI PROVINCE, South the 60th anniversary of the Korean War The spirit of the Korean people following said he couldn’t imagine how refugees could
Korea — In the wake of the South Korean would give the 11 band members and 109 the attack March 26 has been low as the complete the long journey because he found
warship Cheonan sinking and the death of 46 Korean veterans, families, students and nation mourned the dead sailors, but tours it rough without carrying anything.
sailors, the Gyeonggi Province Office of the North Korean defectors an opportunity to such as this will help to lift their spirits, said Tourists were reminded that when North
Vice-Governor Choi Hong-chul gave a group reflect on the importance of national security Kim Chang-hoon, spokesman for the vice Korea wants to get help in time of war, they
of 2nd Infantry Division Band members to South Korea. governor. ally with China. Indeed such alliances exist
and Koreans a tour, June 23, through early “Sixty years has passed since the Korean “USFK Soldiers, especially 2nd ID more than once in Korean history because
and late Korean history that included the War broke out and 60 years since South Soldiers, train and work hard to protect all recall that South Korea and the United
South Korea,” Kim said. “Many American Nations fought China as well during the
Soldiers, Sailors, Marines and Airmen war.
sacrificed for our country during the Korean The final stop of the tour was the Royal
War. It means a lot to the people of Korea and Tomb of King Gyeongsun (r. A.D. 927-
the Vice Governor’s Office to bring Soldiers 935), who was the last monarch of the Silla
to the DMZ area. Because it is a neglected Kingdom (57 B.C. – A.D. 935). He was a
or forgotten area, we, by inviting 2nd ID descendant of King Munseong (r. 839 – 857).
Soldiers will share the message – peace is Gyeongsun became king in 927.
important; the peace and security the 2nd Realizing Silla lacked the strength to fend
ID Soldiers keep means a lot to all of us. We off the ruthless assault of Taejo Wang Geon
want to give them a chance to think about of the Later Baekje Kingdom (892-936) and
why they are here.” to avoid needlessly shedding the blood of
The first stop on the tour was a trail used his people in a prolonged war, Gyeongsun
by North Korean refugees at the beginning peacefully relinquish the throne in 935 to
of the Korean War. Perhaps many who Wang Geon, the founding king of Goryeo
fought for South Korea during the war recall (918-1392). It is the only royal tomb from
images of thousands of refugees trekking the Silla kingdom not located in Gyeongju
south through trails in the bush carrying – home to many of Silla’s most significant
their possessions on their backs as they fled cultural sites.
to escape the attacking North Korean and Kim said peace, security and freedom
Kim Chang-soon of Gyeonggi Province talks to members of the 2nd Infantry Chinese armies. remain the concern the nation’s leaders and
Division Band during a tour to historic sites in the province to commemorate the The young students and Soldiers had to the visit to the royal tomb underscores there
60th anniversary of hte Korean War. — U.S. Army photo by Jim Cunningham make the quarter-mile trek through the brush importance to South Koreans.
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U.S. Army Garrison Yongsan bids farewell to Commander Col. David Hall

Department of Public Works Director Chuck Markham (right) presents outgoing Commander Col. David Hall with a model speed bump with stop sign June 29. — U.S. Army photo by Spc. Rick Canfield

By Jane Lee Many of the men and women who worked for the commander Korean food is kimchi? Well, neither did many of the directors.
USAG Yongsan Public Affairs echoed the praise and respect Hall had for his directors. “He’s Their educated guesses to such random questions as how many
probably one of the smartest leaders I have worked for,” said Diet Cokes Hall drinks daily, his boot size, and number of
YONGSAN GARRISON — “The problem is I’m leaving Resource Management Director Ted Jackson. “The wisest siblings elicited many light-hearted moments, during Hall’s
two families. I’m leaving Korea… you are my family,” said U.S. leader is one who recognizes he doesn’t have a talent, goes and farewell.
Army Garrison Yongsan Commander Col. David Hall. “I go finds that talent and then listens to that person. That’s how Department of Public Works Director Chuck Markham kept
back to the states for a month and then I leave Beth Anne and you build a successful command and operation, and he’s very the laughs going as he recounted Hall’s favorite saying “I’m
Elizabeth for a year. “ That’s how the outgoing commander, good at that. “ not an engineer, but…” Concerned with the safety of youths
heading downrange, summed up his feelings at his farewell Headquarters and Headquarters Company Commander along 8th Army Drive, Hall sought to increase the number
barbeque June 29. Capt. Kevin Jensen spoke of the rapport Hall has with his and size of speed bumps to slow traffic. His foray into traffic
Choking back his emotions, Hall went on to say “It’s been Soldiers. “Because he does so much for his Soldiers, because engineering culminated with stops signs along the avenue,
our honor, my family’s honor to be here in Korea. It’s been our they can see how much he cares, they have a lot more respect which received mixed reviews from the community. Reflecting
finest three years by far in the military. I don’t think we’ve ever for him than they would for an average colonel.” on that period, Markham roused the crowd to laughter when
come close to what we had here.” As a testament to that sense of camaraderie and as a fitting his team presented Hall with a model speed bump with stop
Hall leaves his three-year command of Yongsan with three tribute to his host nation, Hall revealed he did the Manchu sign. Hall remarked that he was happy to see the new stop lights
prestigious Community of Excellence awards and top honors Mile, alongside KATUSAs and U.S. Soldiers, on the 60th on 8th Army Avenue installed under his command.
in Social Media. anniversary of the Korean War. All jokes aside, Hall bid adieu to Yongsan by saying “We’re
“I just genuinely appreciate from the heart, what you all have Did you know that Hall’s favorite sport is ice hockey, favorite always going to be a part of this Garrison. I am indebted to
done, not just for my family, but for this community.” song is Led Zeppelin’s “Stairway to Heaven” and favorite everybody here, thank you.”

Incoming Yongsan Garrison Commander no stranger to Korea

By Dan Thompson Guard as an Aerial Cavalry Scout, Huber has both
USAG Yongsan Public Affairs served in combat and as a staff officer, notably as
the Executive Officer to the Deputy Commanding
YONGSAN GARRISON — On July 8, outgoing General of the Installation Management Agency,
U.S. Army Garrison Yongsan Commander Col. among other positions.
David Hall will hand the reins to incoming Before arriving in Korea, Huber said in an
Garrison Commander, Col. William “Bill” Huber. interview last week that he was excited about
Despite his American roots in Helena, Montana, leading Yongsan’s award-winning community –
Huber is no stranger to Korea. and eating kimchi again.
“Korea is and always has been my first choice of “On arrival, one of the first things I plan on
assignment,” the former USAG-Camp Red Cloud doing is eating some kimchi,” he joked. “After
Garrison Commander said. “I am excited to have the kimchi, I look forward to meeting the
another opportunity to serve in Korea, be a part Servicemembers, family members, garrison staff,
of an exciting mission, and work with the best and community members. I want to hear, see,
professionals.” and learn the community in order to best serve
Huber, who returns to Korea after leaving in 2006 the community into the future.”
to serve in Honduras and Washington D.C., said “I look forward to connecting to everyone once
he is glad to be back. again.”
“While away from Korea, I missed the awesome The Change of Command from Col. David
people and great community. There is no other Hall to Col. Bill Huber will take place at 10 a.m.
place like Korea where the community is so tight on Thursday at the Collier Field House. For the
and the host country so welcoming. I missed incoming USAG Yongsan Garrison Commander’s
the people, the great civilians, contractors, and full biography, please visit http://yongsan.korea. Col. William P. Huber assumed command of USAG Yongsan from outgoing commander,
Korean hosts.” army.mil/. Col. David W. Hall on July 8, 2010 — U.S. Army photo
Serving since 1981, first in the Montana National
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News & Notes Yongsan-gu Korean American Friendship Council says good-bye to two friends
Walker Center Reservations
By Pfc. Choe Yong-joon
Reservations are required to stay at the
USAG Yongsan Public Affairs
Walker Center. Please email walkercenter@
korea.army.mil for the required reservation YONGSAN GARRISON — U.S. Army
form. Garrison Yongsan officials met with
Yongsan-gu municipal and civic leaders
Become a Facebook Fan in a Korean American Friendship Council
The American Red Cross at USAG Yongsan meeting at the Capital Hotel June 22.
now has its own Facebook page. Become a The council meeting was the last for two
fan today and learn about upcoming events, co-chairman – Garrison Commander Col.
find volunteer opportunities, view photos, and
David Hall, who is deploying downrange,
post your own comments. Just search for
“American Red Cross USAG Yongsan”. and Yongsan-gu District Mayor Park Jang-
kyu, who is termed out of office.
Healthcare Community Advisory Council Meeting In his opening remarks, Park thanked
Please join us the 3rd Wednesday of every KAFC members, especially singling
month to discuss how we can improve health out Col. Hall, for his dedication and
care. The meeting is held at Brian Allgood cooperation towards the development of
Army Community Hospital Command
the district.
Conference Room. For information, call
737-3045. “With lots of memories, I’m standing
here for the last time. Looking back over
Bowling Laser Light Show the past 10 years, we’ve accomplished great
The show is on Friday, 9:30 p.m. - 12 a.m. progress; not only improving the friendship USAG Yongsan Commander Col. David Hall, who is deploying downrange, and Yongsan-gu District
and Saturday, 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. with live DJ on between our two countries, but also solving Mayor Park Jang-kyu, who is termed out of office, receive a dragon trophy from Yongsan-gu Korean
Saturday at Yongsan Lanes. For information, mutual problems, thanks to the support American Friendship Council at the Capital Hotel June 22. — U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Choe Yong-
call 723-7830. from all our members.” joon
I’ve never forgotten two words, History warm friendship with our members during “These meetings provide an excellent
Free Spinning Bike Classes
and Responsibility; the concepts “History the meetings, and at social functions. I will opportunity to share mutual concerns,”
The classes are on Tuesday-Thursday, 6 a.m.
and Monday-Thursday, 5:15 p.m. at Collier of Korea-U.S. alliance” as well as miss these opportunities with you as I move said Hall. “I know that you all will
Field House. For information, call 738-8608. “Responsibility of Korea-U.S. Friendship” to my new assignment in Afghanistan.” work with Col. Huber, my successor, in
will always remain close to my heart, added Following the remarks, commemorating enhancing and maintaining the friendly
Free Yoga Classes Park. plaques were presented to the two co- relations that exist between our two
The classes are on Tuesday and Thursday - Col. Hall also reminisced about his 3-year chairman and to Medical Department nations. Katchi-Kapshida! (Korean for we
8:30 a.m., 5:15 p.m. at Collier Field House/ tenure as co-chairman. Activity-Korea Commander Col. Ronald go together).”
Hannam Gym, Saturday - 9 a.m. at Collier “The successful development of Yongsan Smith, another member of KAFC, who The council meets quarterly to discuss
Field House, and Monday and Wednesday - is due to the tireless efforts of Mayor Park is also making a Permanent Change of issues and concerns between USAG
6 p.m. at Hannam Gym. For information, call
and all KAFC members. I have enjoyed a Station. Yongsan and the local government.
736-4588.

Free Pilate Classes

The classes are on every Monday, U.S. Soldiers and KATUSAs enjoy sun, surf and sand during BOSS Beach Blast
Wednesday and Friday at 9:30 a.m. at Trent
Gym. For information, call 724-8466. By Spc. Rick Canfield
USAG Yongsan Public Affairs
Sas Open Recreation
Open Recreation for only 1st-5th Graders
YONGSAN GARRISON — KATUSA
will be held the first Saturday of each month
at SAS, Bldg. 4211. For information, call
and U.S. Soldiers from all over South Korea
738-3051. converged on Daecheon Beach June 11-13,
for Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers’
Club Beyond annual Beach Blast. The beachfront town of
Club Beyond meets every Tuesday night Boryeong offers many amenities including
from 6:30-8 p.m. in the South Post Chapel. a water park, mini amphitheater, miles of
The club is for students in 6th-12th grade. stadium lit beachfront and a huge variety
For information, call 010-5797-0631. of dining venues along with numerous
hotels just steps from the ocean. Top that
Live D.J. Night
The live D.J. night with Jazz and Old
off with the town’s hospitality and the
School Music is on every Thursday, 8 p.m. setting was perfect for BOSS’ three-day
- 11 p.m. and Friday, 8 p.m. - 1 a.m. at Main summer getaway.
Post Club. For information, call 723-8785. “Beach Blast is designed to get 600 Soldiers
out of their element and get them to the
Tricare Online beach for three days of camaraderie and
Beneficiaries living in Korea should verify fun,” explained Jim Hogrebe, Recreation
their enrollment in TRICARE Overseas U.S. Soldiers and KATUSAs from all over the peninsula enjoy sun, surf and sand courtesy of BOSS
Branch Manager Area III. “Boryeong has
Program Prime. Log onto www.tricareonline. Beach Blast. — U.S. Army photo by Spc. Rick Canfield
given us a lot of support and they actually
com. For information, call 736-7236.
want us to be part of the Mud Festival July about to choke down a vile meal of who contest sponsored by the Commissary.
Protect Your Teen from Rx Drug Abuse 17 - 25.” knows what. “The Commissary came down and donated
According to an annual survey by the BOSS offered an activity nearly every The contestants started eating the nearly $2,000 in food, Gatorade and
Partnership for a Drug Free America, moment of the day, and well into the disgusting entrees. But in no time, the team watermelons,” said Hogrebe.
one in five teens has abused prescription evenings. Participants were also treated from Area III vomited and started a chain Pfc. Quincy Pimpton, Headquarters
medication, and one in ten has abused to one free day at Daecheon’s Water Park, reaction with Area II and IV following suit. H e a d q u a r t e r s C o m p a n y, 1 1 9 t h
over-the-counter cough medication. Need and dancing and live music from dusk till These were true Soldiers; they were not Expeditionary Sustainment Command
advice about a teen who may already dawn. deterred and kept eating only to pause for at Camp Henry was crowned the winner
be abusing meds? Call the Adolescent
“Fear Factor” BOSS style was a huge hit. a drink of water. The crowd was cheering of the watermelon eating competition. “I
Substance Abuse Counseling Services for
Two members each from Area I through so loud no one could hear the ocean only a came here with my new found family of
confidential advice at 738-4579.
Area IV stood before a plate brimming few feet away. Area II ended up winning the battle buddies and friends from the states,”
with a variety of tummy turning delights “Fear Factor” challenge, making Yongsan said Pimpton. “We are hoping to get into
For a complete list of community doused with hot sauce. If that wasn’t proud. Area I lost with dignity; they could this Volleyball Tournament in a few, HHC
information news and notes, visit the enough, tentacles on one plate were still claim they had cast iron stomachs for they 19th went to 8th Army a few months ago
USAG Yongsan official web site at moving as the crowd laughed, pointed and never lost their cookies once.
— See BEACH, Page 12 —
http://yongsan.korea.army.mil jeered at the faces made by those who were Shortly after that was the watermelon eating
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American students experience Korean culture

Tips for
Col. Huber
By Cpl. Kim Hyung-joon
USAG Yongsan Public Affairs

What advice do you have for Col. Huber who takes com-
mand of USAG Yongsan on July 8? Find out what more
than 3,300 Yongsan community members are talking about
by becoming a USAG Yongsan Facebook Fan at facebook.
com/youryongsan! (Comments are kept in their original
form)

Steve Bright
Facebook Fan

Have a small group assigned to taking suggestions

which would curtail soldier’s time being poorly spent
as well as suggestions on ways to save money. A
small staff of 3 to 4 people is all that is needed to re- USAG Yongsan hosts students from Nashville, Tennessee and gives them an eye-opening tour of the Garrison, complete with
a Korean history lesson. — U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Choe Yong-joon
view those suggestions which could add significant
value, decrease paperwork, and save substantial By Pfc. Choe Yong-joon weeks,” said Fletcher Nightwine, a student from Nashville.
funds to be used elsewhere. I know the Air Force USAG Yongsan Public Affairs “We spent a lot of time with host students going around
has units that do this, why can’t we accomplish like different areas of Korea including the DMZ, museums and
them! YONGSAN GARRISON — Students from Nashville, palaces. And, we are here in Yongsan Garrison now.”
Tennessee found themselves experiencing Korean-American Following lunch at the Town House food court, the group
culture first-hand on U.S. Army Garrison Yongsan June 14. visited all three Seoul American Schools, the outdoor pool
Jennifer Lucia The nine were visiting as part of the Youth Global Experience and the Heritage Center for a Korean history lesson from
Team. Garrison Command Historian Lewis Bernstein.
Facebook Fan USAG Yongsan is partners with Gwangjin-gu, the sister city “We learned that South Korea has been reconstructing
of Nashville. Through the Good Neighbor program, Yongsan successfully after the Korean and Vietnam Wars, creating
hosted the students and gave them an eye-opening tour of relationships with countries around the world,” said
the Garrison, complete with a Korean history lesson. Benjamin Jelsma, a senior who will attend the University
“Since I hosted a Korean student from Gwangjin-gu at my
home in January, he invited me to stay at his house for two — See GWANGJIN-GU, Page 12 —
Help to provide more professional jobs for spouses.
Sure we can work as grocerers and daycare, etc.

4th of July fireworks light up Seoul’s skyline

But what about those who would like to get into up-
per business. Not enough positions and there are
lots of spouses here with degrees and management
experience that is being wasted.

Diana Adcox
Moreno Reich
Facebook Fan

Give the spouses more childcare and take advan-

tage of their workforce to better this small but great
community. So many unused talents.

Becky Candee
Facebook Fan

There are so many folks here that are so excited about

Col. Huber coming here. Many have such high hope for
the job he will do here and the opportunity to work with
someone with fresh ideas. Hopefully many things will be
accomplished while Col. Huber is in command. We are Independence Day fireworks delight Yongsan community members and U.S. Soldiers alike July 4. — Courtesy photo by
hoping he will be a great leader and an example to oth- Dan Wells
ers here. We are all wishing him all the best during his
time here at Yongsan. Hope to see many good changes See yourself in the Morning Calm when you become a USAG Yongsan Facebook Fan. Just post your travel photos to our page with a
during his tour here as we all serve here together. quick description covering who, what, when, where and why and we’ll see you in the paper. - Your Yongsan PAO team
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BEACH from Page 10

and we placed 2nd.” and food, all for the same price some may
“IMCOM-K really subsidizes this trip, spend on one night at the club.
this is a great gig - $99 for what is probably For more information about upcoming
a $400 package,” said Hogrebe. BOSS BOSS events, contact the USAG Yongsan
offered transportation, three days of fun Representative at 738-5254.
and games on the beach, two nights hotel

GWANGJIN-GU from Page 11

of British Columbia this fall. “What I also to a stronger Korean-U.S. friendship.

learned is how a small country can have so “We continue to strengthen our Good
much heart in Seoul.” Neighbor Program through such outreach
Jelsma added that he will never forget efforts,” said USAG Yongsan Community
experiencing World Cup fever at city hall; as Relations Officer An Chang-sin. “It helps
strangers who had never met before hugged the younger generation get to know the
each other every time Korea scored. culture between our two countries and
In addition, he said the tour inspired him understand the importance of the Korean-
to learn Korean so he can actively contribute American alliance.
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Korea America Friendship Society awards

By Dave Palmer evaluating and hosting learning events.
IMCOM Korea Public Affairs Representing the Air Force is honoree Staff
Sgt. Michael-Rey Serrano who is an active
YONGSAN GARRISON — The Korea member of Peace Love Unity and Respect.
America Friendship Society recognized four PLUR, as they are known, support “Feed Your
U.S. Forces Korea Servicemembers and one Seoul” and “Help Your Seoul” whose primary
Installation Management Command Civilian mission is to feed the homeless and hungry in
at their annual Friendship Award Ceremony the metropolitan area.
June 29. Representing the Marines is honoree
At the event the honorees received a KAFS Staff Sgt. Brian J. Flowers. Flowers started a
Certificate of Appreciation from the group’s conversational English class for Republic of
president, Han Chul-soo and the Friendship Korea Marines and supported the Saint Paul
Medal presented by Gen. Walter L. Sharp, Kindergarten’s language program. His efforts
USFK Commander. expanded the annual “Toys 4 Tots” drive
Representing the Army is honoree 1st. Lt. reaching many more children at orphanages
Travis Propes who since his arrival in Oct. and hospitals.
2009 has held fund raisers and repaired bikes Representing the Civilian workforce is
for orphans and organized food and clothing honoree Christopher Damour from IMCOM
drives for “Feed the Hungry International” Korea. Damour has served in Korea for 22
that supports Seoul’s disadvantaged and months and has used a wide variety of activities
homeless. to bolster friendship with the Korean people.
Representing the Navy is honoree Master- He has hosted Republic of Korea Soldiers in his
at-Arms 2nd Class Rosa Martinez. Martinez home, taught English and given presentations
has volunteered numerous hours at the to various groups on U.S. culture to further The Korea America Friendship Society presented its annual Friendship Award to four outstanding
Chinhae Girl’s High School teaching English understanding. service members and one Department of the Army Civilian from U.S. Forces Korea (USFK) at the
to over 140 students. She is also a member of KAFS has hosted the awards as part of their Seoul Hyatt Hotel June 29. Civilian honoree Christopher Damour (left) is receiving his Certificate
the English Club and English Review Board June Festival for 19 years. of Appreciation from KAFS President, Mr. Han Chul-soo. — Photo courtesy of Dave Palmer

Acquisition, Logistics, and Technology Contracting Recruiting Team

Are you ready to be challenged more than ever? Are you of strong moral and ethical character? Can you be the NCO who strives to provide the best equipment directly to the
war effort, fellow Soldiers, and victims in disaster stricken regions? If so, you may be ready for an exciting and rewarding career in the Acquisition, Logistics, and Technology
Contracting field. You will learn valuable skills in procuring goods, services, and minor construction projects that are vital to our Soldiers. We are, and always will be, the beginning
and the end of every operation. Suit up and sit down, because as mission requirements emerge, contracting support to the War Fighter will take center stage in this ongoing global
front. The 51C Proponent Command Sergeant Major will hold a seminar about the MOS at the USAG Yongsan Multipurpose Training Facility on July 13 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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Nine KATUSA Soldiers earn Expert Infantry Badge

By Cpl. Song Chang-do infantryman.”
8th U.S. Army Public Affairs To prepare, the Soldiers honed their skills
with group training and mastered each EIB tasks
YONGSAN GARRISON — Nine Korean through discussions and feedback.
Augmentation to the U.S. Army Soldiers from “As a senior, it was hard to train all the
the Theater Air, Naval and Ground Operation individuals and collaborate with them at the same
Security Force at K-16 were among the ten time during a task,” said Wi. “The test itself is an
TANGO Security Force Soldiers to earn their individual challenge, but the training was carried
Expert Infantryman Badge. out as a group so we could learn from each other
Among the 10 Soldiers who earned badge, two and correct each other’s mistakes.”
KATUSAs also received “True Blue” honors. Choun said that on top of hard training and
During the annual test, Soldiers strive to earn physical fitness, a strong desire for the EIB and
the EIB, a decoration that symbolizes expertise encouragement from leaders is what fuels the
in infantry skills. The program consisted of three motivation to pass the test.
preliminary courses: a PT test, a 12-mile road “Undoubtedly, all the EIB holders have
march and land navigation. The actual course had their desire for the badge that marks high
contained three lanes with tasks that measured professionalism,” said Choun. “It’s what keeps
infantry skills. them focused.”
This year’s EIB test proved to be more “But the help you get along the way is also a
challenging than the previous ones, due to huge part of the process. The whole effort was
changes in the program that incorporated based on the support from our platoon leaders
training resources and effective scenario-based and our NCO’s. They’d sometimes buy us energy
decision making. protein bars for the road march and some of the
This year, 32 out of 346 Soldiers passed EIB holders would also guide us through the
the demanding EIB test and 10 were from the training or give us useful advice,” said Choun.
TANGO Security Force. Ten candidates from Theater Air, Naval and Ground Operation Security Force earned The successful candidates now plan to move
“The pressure of having to pass all courses their Expert Infantryman Badge this year with nine KATUSAs among them, including on to new challenges and many plan to strive for
without failing was the biggest challenge,” two “True Blue” honorees. — U.S. Army courtesy photo another decoration to pin on their uniform.
said Pvt. Jo Wan-soo, one of the recipients of “This experience will definitely be marked
the EIB from TANGO Security Force. “You physical capability but mental strength is also a Wi and Choun were both awarded an as one of the major accomplishments during
keep thinking of failing even one course and crucial factor here,” Jo added. impact Army Commendation Medal for their my tour,” said Choun. “My next goal will be
it will eventually make you lose concentration, The two “True Blue” honors signfying perfect performance. participating in the Warrior Leader Course.”
which you must not. Believing in yourself and completion of the test with zero “no-gos” went “The sense of accomplishment coming from Most of the Soldiers seek to take on another
determination to complete is the ultimate key to Cpl. Wi Young-jin and Pfc. Choun Myoung- this badge was overwhelming,” said Choun, challenge to achieve their primary goal of
to success.” woo, KATUSAs with the TANGO Security recalling the EIB award ceremony. “EIB is what becoming an accomplished infantryman and a
“It’s a test that depends largely on your Force. I was aiming for even before coming here as an respected leader.

Monsoon damage claims ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’ Surveys

By Cpt. Tessa Marmion By Army Sgt. 1st Class Michael J. Carden servicemembers, and half were sent to the
USAG Red Cloud Legal Center American Forces Press Service reserve components. Troops who received the
surveys were selected based on age, rank, service,
Floods from the monsoon rains are the WASHINGTON - At noon Wednesday, component, military specialties, education,
most frequently occurring natural disaster in Defense Department officials e-mailed surveys marital status and other factors to ensure broad
Korea. The monsoon season runs from June to 400,000 servicemembers as part of a special and thorough feedback on a potential repeal,
to August, during which time you could be a review to prepare the military for a potential Ham said.
victim of property damage from flooding and repeal of the so-called “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” law The working group also plans to continue
electrical short-circuiting. Luckily, you may that bans gays and lesbians from openly serving, meeting with servicemembers and families,
be entitled to recover money through your Pentagon officials announced today. Ham said. He and Johnson have met with troops
local Military Claims Office for any property Army Gen. Carter F. Ham, commander at “a large variety of bases, posts, camps and
damage you suffer that was not due to your own of U.S. Army Europe, and Jeh Johnson, the stations around the country,” the general said,
negligence. In order to maximize the amount Pentagon’s top lawyer, head the review panel adding that they’re planning to meet with troops
U.S. Army courtesy photo
of money you can recover, you should follow that’s assessing the current law. stationed overseas as well.
these basic steps. Protect yourself and your property during “The voice of the servicemembers is still Such sessions have proven invaluable to the
In the immediate aftermath of monsoon monsoon season by following these tips. Do vitally important,” the general said, noting that working group, Ham added.
damage . . . keep all damaged items until not step or walk in standing water because although amendments to the current law were “What these sessions do afford is an
your claim is approved, hang up wet items to standing water will conduct electricity from approved by legislators in May, lawmakers still opportunity for Mr. Johnson and myself to
dry, and take pictures of the damage. Make a any exposed underground electrical lines. Turn require the Pentagon review. speak directly to servicemembers, to hear in
list of damaged or missing items, and have the off and unplug all electronic devices such as “This is draft regulation, it is not yet enacted their own words what their assessment of the
list verified by your Platoon Leader, Platoon televisions, microwaves, computers, and stereos into law, and there are several hurdles yet to impact of repeal of the current law would be
Sergeant, Company Commander, or First during major storms. Be aware that power come,” Ham said. should Congress decide to take that action,”
Sergeant. surges usually occur after power outages once The group has been meeting with troops he said. “Those sessions provide us context.
Your next step is to complete a flood power is restored, so take care when plugging and family members since February. Surveys They provide us substance to what we know we
claims packet at your local Military Claims your electronics back into the outlets. During also were distributed because time and financial will get statistically from the survey and put it
Office. You have two years from the date of power outages, keep refrigerator and freezer constraints precluded meeting with every single in real terms of how real servicemembers feel
damage to make a claim. To make a claim, doors closed to prevent food spoilage. In low- member, Ham explained in a recent Pentagon about this.”
bring any evidence you may have proving (1) lying areas susceptible to flooding, store items Channel interview. An online inbox also is available for military
your ownership of the items (like sales receipts off the floor. Avoid driving or parking in or near The surveys will give the panel a baseline of and civilian members of the Defense Department.
or household goods shipment lists) and (2) drainages and low-lying areas, where flooding is information that best represents the military’s 2.2 Troops can log into http://www.defense.gov/
the damage (like photos or MP reports). Also likely. And finally, take extra precautions when million servicemembers and their families, Ham dadt with their common access card to provide
bring with you a written statement from your driving near water puddles to avoid hidden said, stressing the importance of servicemember their input. This site is not confidential; however,
commander or supervisor verifying the damage potholes or loosened manhole covers. feedback. directions from the site, as well as in the survey,
or loss. If any of the items were insured, bring Claims offices are available to assist you: Engaging the force may be more important are provided for members who wish to continue
proof of insurance. Your local Military Claims USAG Red Cloud at 732-6017, USAG Casey now than before the amendments were passed, a “confidential dialogue” with non-Defense
Office will provide you with the additional at 730-3687, USAG Humphreys at 753-8747 Ham said. Department members of the working group,
documents you will need to fill out. and USAG Daegu at 768-6631. Half of the surveys went to active-duty the general said.
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Area I Worship Schedule Area II Worship Schedule Area III Worship Schedule Area IV Worship Schedule

Protestant Services Protestant Services Protestant Services Protestant Services

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

Nondenominational
Catholic Services/Mass Sunday 11 a.m. South Post Chapel

Catholic Services
Sunday 9 a.m. CRC Warrior Chapel
Sunday 12 p.m. West Casey Chapel Catholic Mass Saturday 5 p.m. Memorial Chapel The Command Chaplain’s Office is here to perform, provide, or coordinate total
Sunday 9:30 a.m. Camp Hovey Chapel Sunday 8 a.m. South Post Chapel religious support to the United Nations Command, U.S. Forces Korea and Eighth
Sunday 11:30 a.m. Memorial Chapel
U.S. Army Servicemembers, their families and authorized civilians across the full
M, W, T, F 11:45 a.m. Memorial Chapel
1st Sat. 9 a.m. Memorial Chapel spectrum of operations from armistice to war.

Jewish Jewish Visit the U.S. Forces Korea Religious Support site at:
Friday 6:30 p.m. West Casey Chapel Friday 7 p.m. South Post Chapel
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:
[email protected], 738-3009 [email protected], 753-7274 [email protected], 732-7998 [email protected], 764-5455

Chaplain (Maj.) Terry E. Jarvis: Chaplain (Maj.) Anthony Flores: Chaplain (Maj.) Alfred Grondski: Chaplain (Capt.) Mike Jones:
[email protected], 738-4043 [email protected], 753-7042 [email protected], 732-6169 [email protected], 765-8991
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Threatening weather doesn’t stop FreedomFest

HUMPHREYS GARRISON — Despite the threatening weekend weather, July 3 and 4, both Koreans and Americans came to the
aptly named Independence Park, here, to experience the U.S. Independence Day activities and the third Republic of Korea-U.S.
Friendship Music Festival, at FreedomFest. Although the weather and some technical difficulties did prevent headliner, Sevendust,
from performing, there was plenty of traditional Korean entertainment, including the Korean Ministry of National Defense Philharmonic
Orchestra, which played before and after the fireworks. The weekend opened with a 5K Run, along with a One Mile Run/Walk for
the kids in the Soldier Field area. Starting at 3 p.m. each day, there were free blowups and games available. Various units, Family
Readiness Groups and organizations sold a variety of food on the Midway. More photos on Page 22. — U.S. Army photos by
Steven Hoover and Lee Hye-young
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Rocket Valley is a blast for Family Day How to BLOG smartly, safely
Blogging has become a very popular form or your entire blog as available only to those who
of self expression to an audience of possible have the password, or to people whom you’ve
millions. It can be a mixture of what is happening designated as friends. If your blog’s main goal
in a person’s life and what is is to communicate to friends and
happening on the Web. It’s sort of family, and you want to avoid any
a hybrid diary/guide site, although collateral damage to your privacy,
there are as many unique types of consider using such a feature.
blogs as there are people. If you host your own blog, you
He re a re s o m e t i p s t o can also set it up to be password-
BLOG safely and smart.Blog protected, or to be visible only to
anonymously - The best way people looking at it from certain
to blog and still preserve some computers.
privacy is to do it anonymously. Think twice about posting
But being anonymous isn’t as easy photos of yourself and your family
as you might think. members - especially children.
Use a pseudonym and don’t give away any Never advertise personal information beyond
identifying details regarding your residence what can be looked up in public directories. As
or employment. Make sensitive blog posts to with any type password protected account, report
Alexandra Watkins, daughter of a Sgt. Tion Watkins, mans an M-249 SAW atop an MLRS friends-only so that they’re not visible to the compromises immediately. If you suspect your
Launcher during Family Day. — U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Lee Hyun-Bae general public. Your hosted site can guide you account or password has been compromised,
on how to restrict viewers. report the incident to the call the help desk
By Pfc. Lee Hyun-Bae hamburgers and sodas.
Limit Your Audience. Many blogging or appropriate authorities and change your
Indianhead Staff Writer ROK Soldiers invited their Families to this
services allow you to designate individual posts password immediately.
event, too.
ROCKET VALLEY — The 6th Battalion,
37th Field Artillery, 210th Fires Brigade Family
Maj. Jung Ki-Yeon, commander of 2nd
Firing Battery, 5000th Bn., looked around Engineers build Good Neighbors too
Readiness Group hosted an event for Family Rocket Valley with his wife and daughter.
Day at Rocket Valley inside the Rodriguez Live “There are not many chances like this because HUMPHREYS GARRISON — Another developed, the kids walked up the hill to the
Fire Complex in Gangwondo Chulwon where of security concerns,” he said. “I hope more round of ‘Kids in Hard Hats’ visited U.S. overlook where almost all of the expansion site
Soldiers and their Families got a chance to events like this are held in the future. Moreover, Army Garrison-Humphreys June 24 as part of can be seen. The kids were amazed by the vast
watch a Multiple Launch Rocket System show the three weeks training we had with 6-37th FA the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Far East distance stretching out to the horizon.
its capabilities. has been very efficient.” District’s Good Neighbor Program. “We tailored the briefing and event
On June 15, more than 50 wives and Soldiers also displayed MLRS vehicles to Kids from Koon-moon Elementary specifically for elementary school children,”
children gathered in front of USAG Casey’s their Families. Some children got into the School in Pyeongtaek were given the rare said Fontanilla. “For our briefing, we discussed
Carey Gym for their bus to Rocket Valley and vehicles, wore helmets and grabbed the steering opportunity to learn from FED engineers about the various types of construction equipment
received a safety briefing before departing. wheel, as if they were about to drive off. construction at USAG-Humphreys from the engaged in the Korea Relocation Program and a
When Families arrived at Rocket Valley, “It was exciting to watch rockets fly,” said inside. Afterwards, the kids had fun at the simplistic method for filling the new parcels.”
Soldiers of 6-37th FA were preparing for a Juan Carlos Gonzalez Goings who came to climbing wall in the MP Hill gym and lunch After the overview and briefing the fun
live-fire demonstration after a three-week field Rocket Valley with his mother. “I’m proud in the Talon Café dining facility, which FED began. With hard hats on, the kids walked to
training exercise with Republic of Korea Soldiers of my father firing rockets. I want to come designed and constructed. the MP Hill Gym where they got a chance to
from 5000th Battalion, 5th Fires Brigade. here again next year. It was a very interesting As a part of the Good Neighbor Program, experience the climbing wall and interact with
Families took seats and got ready to watch experience.” Col. Gordon Trounson, Military Deputy the engineers.
the fireworks. Fifteen rockets were launched into When lunch time was over, Lt. Col. Dale Director of the Korea Relocation Program “I think the gym visit may have been the
the sky to the delight of the audience. Smith, 6-37th FA commander, called children Office, presented books donated by FED to the icing on the cake for them,” said Holcombe,
“The rockets fly so fast,” said Latoya Dunson, to gather in front of him, to explain to them school’s student representative, Kim Ki-bum. who took the opportunity to play basketball
who was one of wives watching the rockets fire. about the MLRS, and said that one rocket “As the next adult generation to live, work with the kids.
“It was good to see what my husband does at would launch if the kids yelled ‘Fire.’ Nothing and play in the Pyeongtaek area they will have Cpt. Ramon Brigantti, Project Engineer,
work.” happened on the first try because the kids’ voices been exposed to several factors that enhance and helped the kids to strap on their harnesses to
Servicemembers agreed the event was a good weren’t loud enough. Smith gave the children support the U.S. Forces Korea Commander’s prepare for the climb. For Brigantti, the day
showcase of their profession. one more chance. When he signaled to the kids, priority number two: strengthen the alliance,” was a memorable experience.
“This event was a good chance to show my they yelled ‘Fire’ loudly and one rocket was said Trounson. “We do have a great alliance and “I had so much fun that day,” said Brigantti.
family what I do,” said Capt. Douglas Mayes launched, causing them to cheer. these opportunities to reinforce it will make it “I see myself in those kids and I hope that this
of C Battery, 6-37th FA. “It was good to show “We have these kinds of training often, but even stronger and stronger over time.” plants the seed to become engineers in the
rockets and vehicles to my kids. I think they we don’t really have a chance to share it with The elementary school welcomed the books future.”
had a lot of fun.” Families,” Smith said. “This is an annual event donated to help further the kids’ English Fontanilla also agreed that this was a great
After the demonstration, Soldiers and and Families are always welcome. It’s better to education. opportunity to instill an interest in engineering
Families had lunch together of food brought by watch what Soldiers do with their own eyes than “The large amount of books given to our as well as outreaching to the Pyeongtaek
United Service Organizations, such as hotdogs, to watch it on TV or YouTube.” school, which lacked English books, will help community.
the children’s English study and provide a “I hope we influenced them to learn
chance to learn about diverse cultures,” said more about engineering and construction
‘Kids in Hard Hats’ tour Humphreys Chang Suk-gyung, the school’s librarian.
The kids’ tour began with a visit to FED’s
and perhaps one day look at a career in this
field,” said Fontanilla. “When I was a young
Humphreys Area Office where they were boy, I remember playing with Tonka trucks
issued their hard hats. Rich Fontanilla, acting in the sandbox and observing city public
Area Engineer, welcomed the kids to USAG- works perform construction roadway work.
Humphreys and Ha Chae-un, Office Engineer, It was these sorts of activities that inspired
translated. They showed the kids the same me to become an engineer at an early age and
fly-over video highlighting the future garrison hopefully our hosting of the children of Koon-
that every visitor to the office gets to see. The moon Elementary School did the same thing
briefing included some “gee-whiz” facts that the for them.”
kids could visualize such as the amount of truck As for the kids, many of them said that they
miles traveled for placing fill in Parcel 1 will wished they could live at USAG-Humphreys.
equal about 22 round trips to the moon. “When I first visited Humphreys, it was
“By the expressions on the kid’s faces they interesting and surprising to see such a unique
were not bored with the briefing or the fly place and I was thankful for the program that
over video,” said Steve Holcombe, Senior provided this opportunity,” said Kim, the
Cpt. Ramon Brigantti, Project Engineer at Humphreys Area Office, shows students from Construction Representative. student who accepted the books. “I hope the
Koon-moon Elementary School projects currently underway at the U.S. Army Garrison
To allow the kids to see the true expanse construction at Humphreys becomes a success
Humphreys expansion site. — U.S. Army photo by Patrick Bray
of how much land needs to be filled and and buildings are constructed safely.”
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Humphreys to celebrate retirees

By Steven Hoover Commissary Agency; Army and Air Force
USAG-Humphreys Public Affairs Exchange Service; the American Red Cross;
and many others.
HUMPHREYS GARRISON — “Having the support of these organizations
Military retirees, and their family members, is very important to making the Military
from throughout the garrison and Area Retiree Appreciation Day a success,” Esguerra
III, are invited to the Military Retiree said. “And, having the DFAS representative
Appreciation Day activities here, July 17. coming will be a great help because many
Retirees from all areas of Korea have of the questions we get on a weekly basis
been invited, according to Ray Esguerra, the involve pay.”
Area III and Area IV Retirement Services Starting at 8 a.m. at the USAG-
officer. Humphreys Dental Clinic, one the
“This event is designed to demonstrate to second floor of the Health Clinic, the
the retiree community that their service to staff will provide free oral screenings
the country is valued and that they continue and appointments for 30 cleanings. To
to be an important part of the success of register for the screenings, or see if cleaning
Humphreys Garrison,” he said. appointments are still available, contact Sgt.
The primary Military Retiree Appreciation Aleksandria N. Pavlenko at 753-6081 or
Day activities will get started around 10 a.m., 010-2543-5985.
with the opening of registration, information She began taking appointments earlier
and medical booths at the Super Gym. in the week, so for the cleanings, interested
Organizations on hand to provide help retirees may need to call to see if any slots
and information to retirees include: a are still available.
representative from Defense Finance and In addition to all of the activities at the
Accounting Service’s Retired and Annuitant Super Gym, lunch and traditional Korean
Pay section, from Cleveland; Dankook entertainment will be provided from 11:30
University Hospital; the Mortuary Affairs a.m. to 1 p.m.
and Department of Veterans Affairs offices For more information, contact Esguerra
from Yongsan Garrison; TRICARE; Defense at 753-3872 or 010-6349-6012.

6-52 AMD Soldiers receive ‘extra’ training

By 1st Lt. Austin Liu
6-52nd Air Missile Defense Battalion

SUWON AIR BASE — Female Soldiers

from the 6-52nd Air Missile Defense
Battalion kicked off the summer season,
receiving a special bonding opportunity,
with a trip to Everland and Caribbean Bay
Water Park, June 30.
The trip was organized by the battalion’s
Female Mentorship Program, with the goal
of not only to bring a day of fun under the
sun, but also to teach important lessons on
issues unique to female Soldiers.
During the trip, the received the
opportunity to share their thoughts as
well as receive tips on sensitive issues such
as weight control, military parenting,
and stress management. The Soldiers also
got the chance to participate in various
team building exercises that were both
entertaining and challenging.
“My intent was to have the female
Soldiers open up to one another, to discuss
issues they normally would not have the
opportunity too,” said Sgt. Syreea Hughes,
Noncommissioned Officer in Charge of the
Iron Horse Battalion’s Female Mentorship
Program. “And it never hurts to have a
little fun.”
The program has been a tremendous
success since its establishment last year. It
is the only unit-level program in Area III
that focuses primarily on female Soldier
care. The program involves monthly training
sessions for all female Soldiers in the unit,
ranging from lectures from special guest
speakers to, in this instance, swimming in
giant wave pool.
“I had a lot of fun on the river ride
today,” said Sgt. Rosa Meronek, “but even Sergeant Syreea Hughes, left, and Capt. Norreal Lee, of 6-52nd Air Missile Defense Battalion, lead the female Soldiers in a fun, but challenging,
more importantly, I learn a great deal about team building exercise as part of the unit’s Female Mentorship Program. This program involves monthly sessions for all female Soldiers in the
myself.” battalion. — U.S. Army photo by 1st Lt. Austin Liu
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News & Notes

Osan Well-Animal Vet Clinic
The Osan Veterinary Clinic wants to keep your
furry friends healthy and strong so they will be at
the Community Activity Center, July 12 and 26,
from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. They offer micro-chipping,
inoculations, parasite checks and physicals.
Walk-ins are welcome in between appointments,
but appointments are recommended. If your
animal is sick, it cannot receive treatment at this
clinic. Call 784-6614 for more information or to
make an appointment.

Housing, ACS Change Office Hours

The new office hours of operation for the USAG-
Humphreys Housing office, located in Bldg.
307, are Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
The office is closed for lunch, from 11:30 a.m.
to 12:30 p.m., daily. Army Community Service,
located in Bldg. 311, operating hours are now 8
a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Retiree Appreciation Day Set

USAG-Humphreys is hosting a Retiree
Appreciation Day, July 17, from 10 a.m. to 3
p.m., in the Super Gym. Representatives from
the Defense Finance and Accounting Service,
the Yongsan Veterans Administration and
others, will be on hand to answer questions.
There will be information tables, a free meal,
door prizes, entertainment and more. For more
information, call 753-3872 or 753-5786.

More scenes from FreedomFest

Fire Extinguisher Maintenance Update
Operating hours for the Fire Extinguisher
Maintenance shop are Monday, Wednesday
and Friday, from 1 to 4 p.m. The shop is
located behind the main fire station. Unit-owned
extinguishers are the unit’s responsibility for HUMPHREYS GARRISON — Although the July 4th rain, and some technical difficulties, prevented Sevendust from performing, it didn’t prevent
servicing. However, the USAG-Humphreys them, including lead singer Lajon Witherspoon, left, from greeting and speaking with those who turned out. And, once the weather cleared,
Fire Department will inspect and seal unit- children and adults alike, had opportunities to enjoy the free games, food and entertainment. — U.S. Army photos by Jessica Ryan and
owned extinguishers at no charge. For more Steven Hoover
information, call 753-6175.

Pediatric Care Limited During Summer

Please be advised that there will be limited
access to pediatric care at the Humphreys
Health Clinic throughout the summer. If
community members experience difficulty in
scheduling pediatric appointments, they are
encouraged to contact either the Osan Pediatric
Clinic or Yongsan Pediatric Clinic. To make an
appointment at Osan, call 784-DOCS (3627).
For the Yongsan clinic, call 737-CARE (2273) or
call the clinic direct at 737-3157 or 737-3158.

Suicide Crisis Numbers

The following are Suicide Crisis telephone
numbers available to the community: USAG-
Humphreys Behavioral Health, 753-7657; Brian
Allgood Army Community Hospital Behavioral
Health, 737-5508; and USAG-Humphreys Duty
Chaplain, 011-9496-7445.

FCC Providers Needed

Humphreys Garrison is looking for child
care providers that want to work from home.
Becoming a Family Child Care provider can be
very beneficial. The training and experience is
transferable to other installations, and it allows
opportunity for professional growth by attaining
credentials that are recognized world-wide.
For more information on requirements and
regulations, call Joon Auci at 753-8284.

FRC Has Coupons Available

The Family Readiness Center, located in Bldg.
1127, has bags of money saving coupons
available for use at either the Post Exchange or
the Commissary. Coupons are good overseas
up to six months past the expiration date. For
more information, call 753-6522.

We Want Your Stories!

We want to publish your stories and photos
in The Morning Calm Weekly. Call 754-8847
for more information or e-mail steve.hoover@
korea.army.mil.
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Intern provides ‘breath of fresh air’ at Youth Sports

By Lee Hye-young learn right and wrong in their attitude while
USAG-Humphreys Public Affairs playing sports.”
“He is a friendly, hardworking, intelligent
H U M P H R EY S G A R R I S O N — man with a great work ethic and sense of
“American children learn real life through responsibility,” Bradley Ficek, Youth Sports
sports,” said Seo Min-woo, a Youth Sports director, said. “I want to teach him customer
intern. service, how to learn and manage the Youth
Seo, who goes by the English name Sports program and practical English
Joey, is a Sports Management major at speaking and comprehension.”
Namseoul University. He is currently The atmosphere of Youth Sports has
one of seven interns participating in the changed since Seo arrived.
internship program here, which is part of “Joey provides a breath of fresh air, spark
the U.S. Forces Korea Good Neighbor and of energy and willingness to do whatever
Community Relations programs. it takes for our program to be successful,”
As a Youth Sports assistant, he mainly said Ficek.
promotes various Youth Sports programs, “He is an outstanding asset to our Start
manages the Youth Gym and sets up Smart program at the Child Development
classes for baseball, soccer, swimming and Center,” Ficek added.
basketball. “When the Youth Sports staff taught
“I applied for Youth Sports because I classes at the CDC, the children loved and
enjoy playing various sports with children,” took to him,” said Kim Ho-yeon, a fellow
he said. “I have had some difficulty in intern who works at the CDC.
understanding what children want, but I After the internship program, Seo will
have been able to work through that and spend his next semester teaching English to
help them.” children in Chungcheong-do. He has great
Seo has noticed differences between expectations for the rest of his internship.
Korean and American children. “This internship has been a great
“A lot of American parents encourage opportunity for me. It has given me Seo Min-woo, who goes by the English name Joey, is a Sports Management major at Namseoul
their children to play sports,” he said. “If unforgettable memories because I was able University. He is currently one of seven interns participating in the internship program here, which
young children ever play foul, they will to communicate with American children,” is part of the U.S. Forces Korea Good Neighbor and Community Relations programs. — U.S.
get a penalty and leave the field. They can he said. Army photo by Lee Hye-young

Humphreys youth committed to running, developing good habits

By Jessica Ryan themselves by playing games like tag and
USAG-Humphreys Public Affairs Duck Duck Goose.
“It gives you a goal to push for,” said
HUMPHREYS GARRISON — If you Faisaun Pharr, an incoming seventh grader
passed by Zoeckler Station on a Tuesday or at Humphreys American School. “You
Thursday afternoon recently, you might can sprint, you can run fast, and you can
ask yourself why a group of children are run in 5Ks.”
running on the outdoor track. Several club members, such as Stahl
About 25 children, ranging from ages and Mashelya Brown, a third grader at
5 to 14, meet twice a week at the track to HAS, even participated in the Firecracker
be part of Humphreys’ first Youth Running 5K Run during the Independence Day
Club. Coaches Dave Elger, Sarah Stahl weekend.
and Molly Moore educate young runners The Youth Running Club fosters
about the importance of fitness, wellness, a supportive environment for young
and nutrition. runners.
“We do a combination of different The coaches also want to teach members
types of workouts,” Elger, the Area III about developing good lifestyle choices in
Health Promotions Coordinator, said. areas such as nutrition.
“Some days we take them on the road “It’s not complicated to eat healthy,”
and practice long, slow distance running. Members of the Youth Running Club, which meets each Tuesday and Thursday, from 2:30 to said Elger. “Kids should eat fruits and
Sometimes we stay on the track, play games 4 p.m., at Zoeckler Station track, take off on one their various conditioning activities. — U.S. vegetables and limit foods that come from
and do relays.” Army photo by Jessica Ryan packages.”
At one meeting, the runners stretched The Youth Running Club meets every
out and began their workout with a one- cheer for runners in the other group. They also ran in a single file behind their Tuesday and Thursday at Zoeckler Station
mile relay. The coaches divided the runners They practiced short distance running coaches to improve their coordination. from 2:30 to 4 p.m. For more information,
in two groups and encouraged them to exercises by sprinting forward and backwards. After a long workout, the runners rewarded call 753-5601/5602.

New requirement in Puerto Rico fights identity theft

USAG-Humphreys Public Affairs the Department of Homeland Security and birth certificate is generally $5. The fee will Go to the Puerto Rican Federal Affairs
the U.S. Department of State to address the be waived for all veterans and people over Administration website at www.prfaa.com/
HUMPHREYS GARRISON — The growing problem of identity theft. 60 years old. birthcertificates
government of Puerto Rico recently enacted a The new law is intended to stop criminals, New and more secure birth certificates Click on “Birth Certificate Application.”
new law, aimed at strengthening the issuance who have been using Puerto Rican birth should be available starting July 1. Government Print and fill out the application.
and usage of birth certificates to combat certificates to illegally obtain federal services, officials said that there is no need to rush out Include a photocopy of your military ID
fraud, which will affect nearly everyone who such as passports. and get a new birth certificate unless there is (if applicable).
was born there. Affected Soldiers, civilian employees a specific need for official purposes, such as Mail the application to the address on
Law 191, of 2009, invalidates all birth and Family Members, will need to request getting a new identification card or registering the form.
certificates issued by Puerto Rico before July issue of a new birth certificate. Those Puerto in DEERS. For more information, contact Jon
1, 2010. This new law has come about as the Rican-born living abroad can request a new To obtain a new Puerto Rican birth Grayson, USAG-Humphreys Directorate of
Puerto Rican government has worked with birth certificate by mail. The fee for the new certificate: Human Resources director, at 753-6736.
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New principal on board at Daegu American School

Department of Defense Dependents Schools
Korea District

DAEGU GARRISON — Dr. Irby Miller, DoDDS Korea District Superintendent, From there she moved to her current position in Europe. As the chief of curriculum and
is pleased to announce the selection of Laurel Eisinger as the new Principal of the Daegu instruction she has developed goals and standards for continuous school improvement,
American School. Eisinger is a skilled professional who has a long career as an educational integrated data from system wide testing programs and provided related information to
leader. Eisinger’s most recent assignment was as chief of curriculum and instruction within the area director, education division and district superintendents.
DoDDS Europe. Eisinger holds a certificate as a School Improvement Specialist from the University
Eisinger’s career with DoDEA began as a teacher in the Philippines. From there her of Nebraska. She has a Bachelors of Education degree from the University of Alaska and
time with DoDDS has taken her to Europe, Okinawa and Japan. In 1998 Eisinger was the a Masters of Science degree in Curriculum and Instruction from the National Louis
curriculum coordinator for English and language arts in the Japan District Office. From University in Heidelberg, Germany.
there she became the curriculum coordinator for ESL at the Pacific Area Office in Okinawa. Please join us in welcoming Eisinger again to DoDDS Pacific, the Korea District,
Her next assignment was assistant principal at Yokota East Elementary School in Japan. and to Daegu American School.

USA Federal Credit Union committed to providing services you can bank on
By Kim Min-yeong
USAG Daegu Public Affairs

DAEGU GARRISON — The staff

at the USA Federal Credit Union on
Camp Henry prides themselves on their
customer service skills. Their warm and
friendly greetings are matched only by the
efficient service they offer to those who
enter this popular financial institution.
For those who may not know it, USA
Federal Credit Union offers a variety of
useful services to its customers. Among
them are savings and checking account
options, money markets, and just about
anything you want to know about loans.
Also available is online banking and debit
card services. The list could go on, and
if what you want is the best in financial
services, USA Federal Credit Union might
be the place for you.
According to George Gabrich, Branch
Manager, USA Federal Credit Union,
USA Fed hopes to be the community’s
financial institution of choice. He said,
“Military members and anyone who has a
USA Federal Credit Union provides customers with an array of financial services. Each teller is highly trained to assist customers with their
valid Social Security number and I.D. can
financial needs. — U.S. Army Photo by Kim Min-yeong
become a member of our credit union.”
If you’re like many, knowing the union is not for profit. Unlike a bank, Simply put, the members own the credit “As the manager of this credit union,
difference between a bank and a credit the credit union does not try to make union. We’re like shareholders.” I am here to basically ensure everything
union may not be clearly obvious. Seeking money. The money that comes into the To ensure the customer keeps coming runs smoothly. If there is an issue that the
to clarify that difference, Gabrich said, credit union is paid back to its members, back, Gabrich said it requires ensuring tellers can’t handle, then I am responsible
“The most obvious difference between a and we do that by lowering the rates or the needs of the customer are always put for taking care of that or coming up with
bank and a credit union is that the credit we offer higher rates on a savings account. first. By all appearances, it looks like USA an answer,” he said.
Federal is doing their best in keeping the Also doing giving their best are the
customer happy. Said Gabrich, “Overall, I tellers that are there to greet every
think the community is very satisfied with customer. Said Gabrich,“Our tellers are
what we offer here at the credit union. The smart and very efficient. Yi Yu-chong
customers are friendly, and the tellers have and Kang Myong-ok have been with us
a great relationship with our public. for some time. They’re probably the most
“To understand what the customer recognizable of the tellers. They have
wants means we must first be able to help huge responsibilities, and their duties
determine their needs. Once we’ve done may range from helping the customer
this we will be better able to successfully with filling out an application, to the
meet their expectations. I think we’re delicate matter of handling sometimes
doing that. To give you an example, if cumbersome financial transactions.
they come into the credit union and are “I have to applaud their high standards
interested in investing in stock or bonds, of performance. They make my work a lot
we will have a representative available easier because of the skills they bring to
to put them in touch with our stateside the table. Overall, I think USAG Daegu
office. We don’t actually do the investing and Area IV benefit tremendously from
part, but we work closely with our their commitment. I think I speak for all
company to help the customer.” of the USA Federal Credit Union when
Working hard to ensure the customer I say that our staff is not going to let up
receives the best possible service is a on doing our best for the customer and
continuous goal of Gabrich’s. He’s got his the community. We’re here to provide the
Yi Yu-chong, a USA Federal Credit Union teller on Camp Henry, handles a transaction for a hands full, but it’s something he enjoys and best possible service for them, and that’s
credit union member. — U.S. Army Photo by Kim Min-yeong puts his heart and soul into. something we’re committed to.”
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News & Notes Focus groups give Area IV community

Camp Henry’s Gate 1 open again
Camp Henry’s gate 1 opened July 5.
direct input of issues to commander
It will be open from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.,
Monday-Friday, and closed weekends By Kim See-un
and holidays. Note that the Victory USAG Daegu Public Affairs
Field temporary gate is now closed.
DAEGU GARRISON — Having
your voice heard by the commander
doesn’t come along often enough in some
circles, but for the U.S. Army Garrison
Daegu and Area IV community, thanks
to quarterly Focus Groups conducted
Swimming Meet by Customer Management Services, it’s
Camp Carroll holds a short course not so rare.
swimming meet July 24, beginning One such meeting was held June 25, at the
at 10 a.m. Competition takes place Camp Henry Arny Community Services
at the Camp Carroll Outdoor Pool in office for single and unaccompanied
building 146. Soldiers. According to Deidric Cave,
Registration Deadline is July 23. For customer management services consultant,
more details contact the Sports Office who led the event, it was a great success.
at 765-8287/8118 to find out more. “Today’s session focuses on the interests
of single and unaccompanied Soldiers,
as well as constituent groups that include
married Soldiers, junior enlisted personnel,
senior NCO’s and officers, DoD Civilian USAG Daegu soldiers participate in the quarterly Focus Group held June 25 to discuss a
Pre/Postnatal Yoga Class employees, and Retirees. variety of topics — some unique to their tour in Korea. — U.S. Army Photo by Kim See-un
Learn to use yoga to be more “The purpose of the focus group is to
comfortable during pregnancy, stabilize allow the participants an opportunity to lot of the issues have to do with those web page located on the USAG Daegu
and maintain strength for the physical come together and brainstorm a variety things that may be unique to living website, as well as on the USAG Daegu
demands of labor/delivery, and help of issues,” said Cave. “Each group is in Korea. Whatever the issue, big or CMS Facebook page. Completed issues
build coping skills crucial to the given an issue that has a title, scope small, it’s important to the individual will then be published using AFN, the
transition to new motherhood. June and recommendation. Once they’ve that raises the question or concern, and Commander’s Access Channel, and the
29 - July 16, Tuesday & Thursday, 9 collectively developed their issues, the therefore it’s important to us.” Morning Calm. When the next Well-
- 10:15 a.m. 2nd floor aerobics room, group’s spokesperson will then brief Cave said the input received from Being Council meets, those issues that
Camp Carroll Fitness Center. For more them to the Garrison Commander, Col. the focus group participants never goes have been resolved will be presented.
information please call the Sports and Terry D. Hodges.” ignored. “Not all of the issues put on What is important to remember is that
Fitness Center at 765-8287/8118 Cave said that an important part of the table can be readily resolved. It’s you have a voice in making a difference,
the process is understanding that there important however, for everyone to and the focus group is just one way of
are no common problems or simple know that resolutions to every issue will providing the community a means of
answers. “The command leadership be handled in three ways. doing so,” said Cave.
wants to hear what’s on the mind of “First all issues will be published on
Henry’s Place
Soldiers and Family members and other the customer management services’
Henry’s Place has completed the first
members of the community,” he said. “A
phase of renovation (installment of new
water pipes), and will reopen Thursday
at 11 a.m.!

Voter registration online begins during Armed

New House Band
Forces and Overseas Citizens’ Voters’ Week
“High Ground” Department of Defense
Coming In July Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense
Watch for times and locations on the
USAG Daegu Facebook and July Department of Defense (DoD) application process and help prevent voters have to start the voting process
editions of the weekly Morale Update announced today the launch of a new incomplete forms.” earlier than their stateside counterparts,
To be added to the MWR Update list, online voter registration assistant. they are allowed fewer mistakes at the
email: [email protected] The new assistant was developed to outset of the process,” said Carey. “The
help military voters, their voting-age military and overseas voter must fill out
dependents, and overseas civilians their form correctly the first time to
register and request absentee ballots for ensure they are received and returned
the 2010 mid-term election. The online in time.”
assistant will be available at http:// During the Armed Forces and Overseas
Storage Container for rent at
www.fvap.gov and be introduced on Citizens’ Voters’ Week, the Defense and
Camp Carroll
military installations, embassies, and State Departments will introduce the
Too much stuff in your house? Need a
consulates during the Armed Forces online assistant to military and overseas
place to store all that extra furniture?
and Overseas Citizens’ Voters’ Week voters. Voters are encouraged to register
Call the Camp Carroll Community
beginning today. now and to visit http://www.fvap.gov for
Center at 765-8325
“The new online assistant will make all voting materials.
the registration and absentee ballot “You may be absent on Election
application process quick, easy, and Day, but you can be accounted for,”
seamless,” said Bob Carey, Federal said Carey. “I encourage voters to
Camp George Cable TV Outage Voting Assistance Program director. In 2008, the Defense Department asked visit http://www.fvap.gov, fill out your
Camp George housing will have a “The old process of wading through local election officials why registration online registration and absentee ballot
cable TV outage from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. printed instructions to figure out what and absentee ballots were rejected. The application, and send it back in July so
on July 16 due to construction. each state requires for each block on responses indicated that many registration that your election official has time to
the voter registration form is alleviated. forms were inadequate, incomplete or process it and send back your absentee
The new assistant will now streamline mailed to the wrong jurisdiction. ballot in time for the November general
the registration and absentee ballot “Since uniformed services and overseas election.”
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ROK Meritorious Service Medalists visit USAG Daegu

USAG Daegu Commander Col. Terry D. Hodges stands in front of the Garrison Headquarters, surrounded by Republic of Korea Meritorious Service Medal recipients. As part of a Good
Neighbor effort, the group toured Headquarters & Headquarters Co., USAG Daegu, barracks, the Community Activities Center, and the Camp Walker Commissary. Hyun Do-kim, ROK MSM
Daegu Chapter President and his staff, along with sub-chapter presidents and several spouses of the deceased members, were among those participating in the command briefing and
windshield tour. The group wrapped up their tour with lunch at the DFAC. — U.S. Army Photo by Rick Cave
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Independence Day at Daegu Garrison

celebrated with Hoobastank, fireworks

Photos By USAG Daegu Public Affairs

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DEAGU 기지 사령관
사설

대구기지 관리 사령부 사령관 테리 디 하지스 대령

이상의 새로운 가족 구성원의 증가를 상관없이 정서적, 신체적 발달이나 우리의 방법입니다.
불러올 것 입니다. 교육이 필요합니다. 필요한 특별 또한 할당 결정을 위한 정보를
우리는 이 기지에서 절대적인 치료, 교육, 훈련 또는 상담이 진행 제공하는것보다 EFMP가 훨씬 더
최고의 서비스를 통해 현재 군인, 중입니다. 많은 것을 제공하는 것을 군인들과 그
선원, 제군 및 해병대와 가족에게 특별한 도움이 필요한 군인과 가족들이 아는 것 또한 중요합니다.
가능한 많은 서비스를 제공하기 위해 가족들은 EFMP에 등록을 하면 그 EFMP는 우리가 유지할수 있는 육군
노력하고 있습니다. 그것은 최고의 도움이 군대 인사 할당 과정에서 가족 규약을 지킬 수 있습니다:
의료 서비스, 보육, 학교와 더 많은 고려될 것 입니다. 이것은 이 곳 고품질의 의료서비스, 교육 기회
것을 의미합니다. 한국, 특히 대구와 제 4 지역은 그리고 가족들이 성공할 수 있도록
우리의 가족들을 돌보는 필수적인 캠프 험프리나 용산기지관리 내의 장려하는 환경에 대한 것들을
부분은 육군 가족 규약 즉, EFMP 군 시설이나 MOU를 체결을 통해 제공하고 있습니다.
입니다. 가족과 사기, 복지 및 진료협정을 맺은 한국 대형병원과 EFMP에 등록된 가족 멤버들은
레크리에이션 사령부, EFMP를 통해 협력해야합니다. 70.000이 넘고 그 중 16%는 군인
관리되는 특별한 도움이 필요한 일부 병사들은 이 프로그램에 가족 가족들입니다.일부 대구 혹은 제
가정에 지역 사회 지원, 교육, 의료, 구성원을 확인하는데 꺼리고 있을 4지역으로 옮기려는 가족들에게
주택 및 인사 서비스를 제공하는 수 있습니다. 그들은 그 프로그램을 저는가능한 최상의 서비스를
종합, 조정하는 프로그램입니다. 확인하는 것이 그들의 경력에 제공하려는 우리의 도전을 위한
Terry D. Hodges 대령 질문이 있거나 EFMP지원이 필요한 부정적인 영향을 미친다고 느낄 수도 헌신을 재확인 시킬것입니다.
가족은 캠프 헨리 내 대구기지관리 있습니다 . 이것은 사실이 아닙니다. IMCOM 사령관 중장 릭 린치가
예전에도 여러분께 알려드렸다시피, 사령부 커뮤니티 서비스 사무소에 이것은 군인들이나 가족들이 그들의 말합니다. “이것은 희생을 감수한
미 육군 대구기지 관리 사령부 및 가서768-8329로EFMP관리자 또는 모든 가족구성원들이 건강하고 잘 가족들과 그들의 가족에 힘의 뿌리를
제 4지역은 한국의 전략과 더불어 그들에게 통화하시면 됩니다. 살 수있는데 필요한 서비스를 찾을 두고 열심히 헌신한 장병들에게 하는
지속적인 허브가 되어 점점 더 커지고 무엇이 뛰어난 가족회원입니까? 수 있는 새로운 설치를 위해 그들이 우리의 약속 중 일부입니다.”
그 성장은 향후 10년간 약2,500 모든 가족, 어린이 또는 성인, 연령에 출발하기 전에 알도록 하는 것이

7월 4일, 미국 독립기념일과 함께하는 즐거운 행사들

Photos by Dale Sciria and Kim See-un