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Major Gen. James E. Rogers, U.S. Army Aviation and Missile Command commander, shakes hands with Soldiers of the 6th Battalion, 52nd Air Defense Artillery, during a visit to D Batterys motor pool. U.S. Army photo by 1st Lt. Casey Harrell
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Police Blotter
The following entries were excerpted from the police blotters the previous week. These entries may be incomplete and do not imply guilt or innocence. Area I Curfew Violation. Subject was found to be in violation of the USFK-wide curfew in Dongducheon Entertainment District, Dongducheon. Military police identified the subject through his ID card. He was apprehended and transported to provost marshals office at U.S. Army Garrison Casey where he was administered a portable breath test with a result of .29 percent blood-alcohol content. Failure to Pay Just Debt. Investigation by military police revealed at approximately 6 p.m. Oct. 22, two unknown males departed the Bowling Alley at Camp Casey without rendering proper payment. A bowling-alley worker stated the two unknown males told him they would be back from the ATM with proper payment but fled the scene. Estimated cost of loss is 54,000 Won. Area II Curfew Violation. Subjects 1 and 2 were found to be in violation of the USFK-wide Curfew in Itaewon. Military police observed they were consuming alcoholic beverages and identified them through DBIDS after they claimed to be teachers at Seoul University. The DBIDS check also revealed Subject 2 was under the legal age for consuming alcohol. He was searched, apprehended and transported to Brian Allgood Army Community Hospital, where he was administered an blood-alcohol test with results pending. Both were transported to the provost marshals office at U.S. Army Garrison Yongsan where they were advised of their legal rights. Area IV Aggravated Assault With Grievous Bodily Harm. Investigation revealed that Subjects 1 and 2 assaulted Victim 1 from behind after he exited the Old Skool Club with his girlfriend after 2 a.m. Following the assault, the victim was admitted to the Dongsan Medical Center, Daegu, where he was diagnosed with Pneumocephalus (the presence of air within the cranial cavity) and multiple closed fractures to his skull and facial bones. Witness interviews revealed Subject 1 and the Victim were involved in several verbal altercations during the night just prior to the assault, wherein Subject 1 accused the Victim of being a Snitch and threatened to physically assault him. Subject 1 was transported to the U.S. Army Regional Correctional Facility at Camp Humphreys where he was placed in pre-trial confinement. Efforts to fully identify Subject 2 are ongoing. Investigation continues.
This is a High Dynamic Range photo of the interior of one of the palace rooms at Changdeokgung palace in Seoul. The palace is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Its Huwon Garden a pleasure garden for the kings of Joseon is considered one of the finest examples of Korean Garden design. Guided tours are available; English tours are 10:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Admission (not including guided tours) is 3,000 won. U.S. Army photo by R. Slade Walters
Changdeokgung Palace
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CAMP RED CLOUD November is Military Family Appreciation Month and the theme this year is Taking Care of Those Who Care for You. The intent of this observance is to thank military families for their selfless sacrifices and support. As a senior Army officer and Commander with numerous deployments to places like Bosnia, Kosovo, Haiti, Iraq and Afghanistan, I assure you that nothing eases a Soldiers mind more than knowing that his loved ones back home are being well taken care of while he or she is off fighting our nations wars. The strain of numerous deployments on military families since 9/11 is well documented. The 36th Chief of Staff of the Army Gen. George W. Casey, Jr., addressed this issue when he and his wife Sheila visited our Soldiers and their families at Camp Casey last December. Gen. Casey understands the rigors of a military lifestyle better than most. He told a story about how he traveled with his military family across the nation from post to post and that his mothers motto was make the best of it. He said its asking too much for families today to just make the best of it. Other people from small-town USA all the way to the White House agree, and they are rallying around military families like never before in our history. Just last April, First Lady Michelle Obama and Dr. Jill Biden, wife of Vice President Joe Biden, introduced a national initiative called Joining Forces. That effort calls on people of all walks of life across our great nation to join in efforts to support and honor our service members and their families. The First Lady and Dr. Biden brought that message to the first game of the World Series in St. Louis on Oct. 20, where they participated in a special pre-game ceremony honoring veterans and military families. Major League Baseball even dedicated the game between the St. Louis Cardinals
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Participants in the Army Family Action Plan Conference listen to community issues the delegates presented at Camp Casey Oct. 28. U.S. Army photo by Pvt. Lee Jae-gwang
AFAP Issues
Delegates to the Army Family Action Plan conference reviewed nearly 90 issues submitted by community members and selected eight to present to Warrior Country leaders for further review.
Issue: Limited medical, dental, and mental health services for Area I. Recommendation: Increase military medical, dental and mental health staff and services in Area I; arrange for St. Marys hospital to provide services onpost; make similar arrangements with other off-post facilities. Issue: Lack of a Fisher House in Yongsan area for the those outside Area II requiring emergency or major medical care at Brian Allgood Hospital. Recommendation: Set up a Fisher House in the Yongsan area with free lodging to those from outside Area II.
FORCE SUPPORT 1
Issue: Lack of an Army Air Force Exchange Service (AAFES) auto parts store in Area I. Recommendation: Stock car parts at the gas station with the ability to order parts; set aside space at the Auto Craft Shop with parts and ability to order. Issue: Lack of variety and quantity at Area I commissaries. Recommendation: Provide a wider variety and amount of products in Area I, and assess the communitys commissary needs.
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Issue: Inexplicable fluctuation of off-post utility bills. Recommendation: Evaluate utility usage for whether billings are fair; educate off-post residents on billing and rate fluctuations when they arrive in Area I. Issue: Need for basic Korean language and culture training for Area I newarrivals. Recommendation: Implement mandatory Korean culture and language program.
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Col. Hank Dodge, U.S. Army Garrison Red Cloud and Area I commander, thanks participants at this years Army Family Action Plan Conference Oct. 29 at Camp Casey. U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Lee Jaegwang
Issue: Insufficient square footage at Camp Casey Exchange Recommendation: Increase square footage at Casey Exchange. Issue: Limited jobs for family members in Area I. Recommendations: Create part-time jobs by using current full-time positions.
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At Camp Casey Oct. 28, parents and children turned out for a Trunk or Treat Halloween event. Some decorated the trunks of vehicles in Halloween themes while many others came out in Halloween costumes. Seen in pirate garb is Jaylah Norman, 3. U.S. Army photo by Pvt. Lee Jae-gwang
A scary welcome like this awaited visitors to the BOSS Haunted Barracks Camp Mobile Oct. 28. U.S. Army photo by Pvt. Lee Jae-gwang
I saw bloody monsters in there, said Jung Young-hoon, 12, a fifthgrader at the Ae-shin Orphanage in Dongducheon. It sent a busload of children at the Armys invitation. My friends and I were nervous and screaming, he said. But they gave us candies. Next time, I want it to be scarier. Hes also hoping for more candy, he said. And I want to stay longer. x
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A device attached to a water buffalo releases water that suppresses dust raised by Army convoys heading to and from the field. Pvt. David Bradshaw of Company A, 1st Battalion, 38th Field Artillery Regiment, 2nd Infantry Division, devised the dust-suppression device to save the Army money and bolster neighborly relations. 2nd Infantry Division photo
Bradshaw was awarded the Log Hero award for his skill and efficiency in constructing a watering system in a minimal amount of time that made an immediate impact on the overall success of the live-fire exercise. The implementation of this device ensures continued good relations between the local Korean people and the Soldiers of the 2nd Infantry Division, said Wallace. x
At Camp Caseys Indianhead Golf Course Oct. 29, Paul Rauputu follows the ball during the USOpen Charity Golf Tournament, which is held twice a year. Photo courtesy of Jeffrey Rivers
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U.S. Army Garrison Yongsan Commander Col. William P. Huber and Yongsan-gu District Mayor Sung Jang-hyun proudly show off their traditional Korean hanbok in order to signify their friendship during the 2011 Itaewon Global Village and Cultural Festival, Oct. 29. - U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Han Samuel
(Above) A member of a traditionally dressed Korean marching band twirls a disc on a stick to entertain audience members during the 2011 Itaewon Global Village and Cultural Festival Parade; (Below) Women prepare a stall to sell various Korean dishes to community members. - U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Han Samuel
The Itaewon Global Village and Cultural Festival runs through Nov. 6.x
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Jennifer Aloisi, left, hands out some treats for children of the Yongsan Community from the back of her car at the first Trunk or Treat on Yongsan Garrison, in the parking lot across from Commiskeys, Oct. 29. - U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Cody Harding
a new twist with Trunk or Treat, held in the parking lot across the street from Commiskeys. Trunk or Treat, which was coordinated by Jennifer Aloisi, allowed those who live off-post to join in on the fun. My husband and I were in Maryland two duty stations ago when we attended a trunk or treat there, Aloisi said. We had a really good time. We were trying to think of an idea that would more involve the Families off-post in the Halloween events on Yongsan, so he came up with the idea of having a trunk or treat so people could still pass out candy if they lived off-post. Several of the cars in the Trunk or Treat had their own costumes, from a red compact sporting horns to a movie studio out the back of a Family van. Turnout at the Trunk or Treat was also quite large, giving the program a good chance of successfully returning next year. See HALLOWEEN, Page 12
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Hopeful November
By Sgt. Hong Moo-sun moo.s.hong@korea.army.mil
When you think of November 2011, what comes to mind? Find out what more than 8,600 Yongsan community members are talking about by becoming a USAG Yongsan Facebook Fan at facebook.com/youryongsan! (Comments are kept in their original form)
Im very grateful for my husbands, my fathers, my grandfathers, my brothers, & stepsons service in the military. Without our military & their families sacrifices, we wouldnt have much to be thankful for.
Along River Bank the Silver Grass growth in Seoul Courtesy photo by Mike Pauling See yourself in the Morning Calm when you become a USAG Yongsan Facebook Fan. Just post your travel photos to our page with a quick description covering who, what, when, where and why and well see you in the paper. Your Yongsan PAO team
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November is when my Sons birthday is and I swear I spoil him more during this month than any other month of the year. Plus thanksgiving has always been a favorite holiday of mine and I do a lot of reflecting during the month of everything that I am thankful for...and usually the first snow fall comes and I look foward to that white blanket of beauty every year. :)
troduced Col. Terry Austin, the 8th Army command chaplain, for the invocation. After the anthems, the presidential proclamation in support of NDEAM was read aloud by Linda Galimore, the 8th Army Equal Employment Opportunity director. The proclamation, signed by President Barack Obama, urged communities to embrace the abilities of the disabled when considering them for employment. See DISABLED, Page 12
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Michael Loats, the Inspector General team lead for United States Forces Korea, gives his speech during the National Disability Employment Awareness Month program at Yongsan Theatre Oct. 27. Loats, who is diagnosed with a form of retinal dystrophy, must use a guide dog and walking cane to get to and from work, as well as around post. - U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Cody Harding
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busy to attend a class and just want some medication may not be allowing themselves their best chance at quitting tobacco. Studies have shown through support, people are 93% successful in quitting tobacco compared to a 15-30% success rate for those without support. Additionally, support must be on-going as it often takes more than one attempt to successfully quit tobacco. Support does come in many different venues, and that is what the seminar is all about. Not only offering support from others who are going through the same struggles as you, but also from people who have quit and will share their stories of struggle and success. The seminar also incorporates education. This is to help everyone see the keys to quitting tobacco in many different ways; aspects including lifestyle, social routines and diet all play roles in boosting your selfesteem through positive reinforcement and know you kicked an addiction more powerful than a lot of illegal drugs. The seminar helps you make an informed decision; a decision you make why because until you want to quit, until you commit to quit, you really dont stand a chance against one of the most addictive substances readily available to society. Let us help you by supporting you through a tobacco cessation seminar. It is an event that meets on Wednesdays from 1000 until about 1200 for 4 weeks. To sign up or contact us call 736-6693 or 736-6355. You can email us at AreaIIHealthPromotions@amedd. army.mil . Please visit our web-page http://www.korea.amedd.army.mil/ HealthPromotion/index.html to find out more about Health Promotions as well as find links to contact us.x
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Families werent the only ones in on the celebrations, as R & R Bar and Grill and Yongsan Lanes both held events for children and adults alike. Yongsan Lanes hosted the Spook-N-Bowl, with gifts to be won, costumes to be judged and door prizes to be opened. R & R Bar and Grill held its costume party around the same time, offering prizes to the
best, or worst, dressed in the party. Throughout the night, for children and adults alike, the Halloween spirit was in the air. Whether it was the volunteers passing candy from the trunks of their cars, or friends judging their costumes, or the shouting of children knocking on doors, it was a truly Happy Halloween on Yongsan. x
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DISABLED
Lt. Col. Stephen Mefford, the 8th Army Inspector General chief, took to the stage to talk about the Day in my Shoes program held by the 8th Army EEO. The program let Mefford experience what life was like with the vision impairment his co-worker, Michael Loats, went through each day. USAG Yongsan Commander Col. William Huber then spoke about his views on employing the disabled, mentioning members of his family who have disabilities. He reassured community members, letting them know that the Garrison was hard at work at improving handicapped accessibility with new ramps, elevators and other improvements. By my count there are 95 US Army Garrison employees who have identified disabilities, Huber said. Six of those employees have targeted disabilities. That means the individuals suffer from blindness, deafness, missing extremities or something of that nature. And I ask that you honor and recognize these individuals with dis-
abilities as we remain committed in our effort to educate the public on the issues related with disabilities and employment. Huber then introduced Michael Loats, the Inspector General team lead for 8th Army, as the guest speaker for the ceremony. Loats talked about his search for employment, the challenge of interviews and other issues. I think there is one invisible hurdle, and I think that is the position descriptions, Loats said. If you have a chance, if it meets your mission and when youre doing a review of your descriptions, please make sure there arent things in the description that would not qualify some disabilities. When he took the stage again, Huber presented the winners of the Seoul American Middle/High School Essay and Art contests with prizes and certificates. He then asked the crowd to open their programs, offering those who had star stickers inside prizes that were donated to the Garrison. x
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A United States Senate report in 2002, is a model for the nation for providing high-quality affordable child care. Civilian child care facilities charge a flat rate per child, while the Department of the Army subsidizes the cost military families pay. Parents cover less than half of the cost and the Army pays the rest. The militarys systemic approach to child care continues to serve as a model for our nations civilian child care needs. The militarys child care improvements over the past 15 years offer significant lessons for the civilian child care sector, according to a 2004 National Womens Law Center report. The fee increase impacts all services associated with the installation child development center, school age care, part day preschool programs, hourly child care, CYS Services outreach programs, youth sports and Army community child care programs. Wounded Warriors, Warriors in Transition and Families of fallen Soldiers pay the lowest fee category available, and a 20 percent fee reduction is available for qualified Families while a Soldier or Department of the Army civilian parent deployed. x
Acosta and participating brands will distribute 400,000 high-value coupon flyers to commissaries worldwide in support of the Wounded Warrior Project with the Believe in Heroes promotion in commissaries. The Wounded Warrior Project raises awareness and enlists public aid to help severely injured service members. The second annual Tribute to Our Troops Breakfast Bundling Event will celebrate Veterans Day with in-store displays promoting extra savings on participating Quaker and Tropicana products x
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Lieutenant. Gen. Rick Lynch, Commanding General of the Installation Management Command, makes a point during the Armys Survivor Outreach Services Army Family Action Plan Summit pre in Arlington, Va. Also in attendance and delivering remarks was Linda Odierno, wife of Gen. Raymond Odierno, U.S. Army chief of staff. U.S. Army photo by Evan Dyson
ARLINGTON, VA. Survivors outlined their top recommendations to Army leadership this month at the conclusion of the Survivor Outreach Services Army Family Action Plan Summit. Lieutenant Gen. Rick Lynch, commanding general of the U.S. Army Installation Management Command, participated in the Oct. 13 event, along with his wife, Sarah. Also in attendance and delivering remarks was Mrs. Linda Odierno, wife of Chief of Staff of the Army Gen. Raymond Odierno. Weve invested time, energy and resources into the program, Lynch said about Survivor Outreach Services. Youve got to tell us how were doing and thats the purpose of the AFAP Summit. The top five recommendations made to leadership were: Establishing face-to-face training for Soldiers about the importance of a last will and testament Refining the Casualty Assistance Officer selection method to include the Casualty Assistance Centers in the screening process Removing time restrictions for Survivors to contribute to tax free growth accounts Creating a dedicated Survivor resource website Mandating the stabilization of active duty Survivors for a minimum of one year According to Lynch, some topics identified as issues including Web resources may be handled rather quickly by enhancing existing sites and making sure people are aware of them. Im absolutely convinced that the key to all of this is information, Lynch said. You can have the best programs in the world, but if nobody knows about the programs, you might as well not even have the programs.
loved one. The summit, conducted by Survivor Outreach Services, drew from the experience of 50 Survivors. According to Hal Snyder, program manager for SOS, the intent for these types of events is to listen and respond to what actually resonates with the Survivor community. For the participants, the event was also valuable. I have an idea what all these Families are going through, said Roger Verela. On May 17, 2007, Verelas son, Private First Class Alejandro Verela, was killed near Baghdad. I dont know exactly how theyre grieving because we all grieve differently, but were not just friends or acquaintances, were Family. We are Family. Im just pleased and honored to be here, said participant Alma Hart during her briefing to Lynch. I dont like fluff and this meeting has been good hard work and I am proud to have been a part of it. Following the conclusion of the summit, participants laid a wreath in Arlington National Cemetery at the Tomb of the Unknowns. the Army Study Guide, Higgs said. This board was more based on using your retention knowledge to answer scenario questions, questions that Soldiers in the unit would normally ask you. So it wasnt as cut and dry trying to prepare. The winner of the competition was Higgs, who she will represent the 1st Signal Brigade in the NETCOM Career Counselor of the Year competition in Phoenix on Nov.6. The winner of that competition will go on to compete for the title of Department of the Army Career Counselor of the Year in Washington, D.C. I was shocked that I had won, especially because I am the newest Career Counselor, Higgs said. But I do know that is what motivated me to do my best. Im very excited to move forward to represent our team at NETCOM. x
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Worship Services
Liturgical Sunday Traditional Sunday Contemporary Sunday Sunday Sunday Nondenominational Sunday Gospel Sunday Mision Pentecostal Hispana Sunday United Pentecostal Sunday KATUSA Tuesday 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 9 a.m. 10:30 a.m. 11 a.m. 11 a.m. 1 p.m. 3 p.m. 1:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 9:30 a.m. 11 a.m. Memorial Chapel Brian Allgood Hospital South Post Chapel K-16 Chapel Hannam Village Chapel South Post Chapel South Post Chapel South Post Chapel Memorial Chapel Memorial Chapel Brian Allgood Hospital Brian Allgood Hospital
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9:30 a.m. Memorial Chapel 12:30 p.m. Stanley Chapel 12:30 p.m. 7 p.m. 6 p.m. CRC Warrior Chapel CRC Warrior Chapel Stone Chapel
Catholic Mass Sunday 9 a.m. M, W, T, F 11:45 a.m. Saturday 10 a.m. & 5 p.m. Sunday 9 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. (youth) KATUSA Tuesday Korean-American Service Wednesday 6 p.m. 7 p.m.
Catholic Services Catholic Mass Saturday Sunday Sunday M, W, T, F 1st Sat. Jewish Friday 5 p.m. 8 a.m. 11:30 a.m. 11:45 a.m. 9 a.m. 7 p.m. Memorial Chapel Memorial Chapel Memorial Chapel Memorial Chapel Memorial Chapel South Post Chapel
The Command Chaplains Office is here to perform, provide, or coordinate total religious support to the United Nations Command, U.S. Forces Korea and Eighth U.S. Army Servicemembers, their families and authorized civilians across the full spectrum of operations from armistice to war. Visit the U.S. Forces Korea Religious Support site at: http://www.usfk.mil/usfk/fkch.aspx for helpful links and information
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Daegu American Elementrary School students showed what they learned from their fire prevention lessons, taken during Fire Prevention Week, through their very creative artwork. What did your child learn?
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CAMP HUMPHREYS Colonel James T. Barker, commander of the 2nd Combat Aviation Brigade, presents a ceremonial $500 check to Col. Joseph P. Moore, U.S. Army Garrison Humphreys commander, on behalf of the Morning Calm Chapter of the Army Aviation Association of America. The funds are to be used for Operation Helping Hands, a program through the garrison chaplains office that provides Commissary gift cards to Families in need during the holidays. There will be a designated offering in all chapel services for the program on Nov. 13. Anyone who would like to contribute, may bring the funds to Freedom Chapel or contact Chaplain (Maj.) Michael L. Frailey, deputy garrison chaplain, at 754-7042. U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Vincent Abril
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Soldiers and Families dressed in various shades of pink walk around the Zoeckler Track to support Breast Cancer Walk to Raise Awareness. U.S. Army photo by Steven Hoover
Soldiers training with the 2nd Assault Battalion, 2nd Aviation Regiment, 2nd Combat Aviation Brigade, decontaminate a simulated casualty during a field training exercise. U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Vincent Abril
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ROK Army hosts their annual Ground Forces Festival
By Staff Sgt. Vincent Abril 2nd CAB Public Affairs
GAE-RYONG, SOUTH KOREA The Republic of Korea army hosted their annual Ground Forces Festival Oct. 4 on Gaeryong airfield, home to the Republic of Koreas army, navy, and air force headquarters. In its 10th anniversary, the weeklong festival was full of surprises and packed with festival tents boasting several attractions for the young and the old. The servicemembers dazzled the visiting civilians with military equipment such as tanks, helicopters, airplanes, artillery, and multiple styles of weapons. It has been 60 years since the Korean War, however, there are still some groups hostile against the Republic of Korea, said Col. Koo Jae Seo, the ROKA Ground Forces Festival officer in charge. Within the young generation of Korea, there are some who are unconcerned about our national security, which can fall at any moment. This festival not only targets them and the local people, but the entire nation. The festival hosted over a million people last year and officials hoped this years festival would bring even greater numbers. Among the many static displays present was an AH- 64D Longbow Apache from company A, 4th Battalion, 2nd Aviation Regiment, 2nd Combat Aviation Brigade, along with its pilot and crew. Chief Warrant Officer Aaron K. Fish, one of the pilots from 4-2nd Avn., expressed his appreciation for being able to participate in the festival and hopes the civilian populace will learn from this unique experience. I hope the most important thing they learn is that we are still here for them with all the capabilities that we bring to the table to help protect their nation, Fish said. Soldiers from the 2nd Infantry Division, 35th Air Defense Artillery Brigade, and the 8th U.S. Army Band, who performed as the musical ambassadors to the festival, also showcased their capabilities and equipment at the event. By participating in these types of events we are showcasing our equip-
ment to show that we are in this together, said 1st Lt Eric Y. Kim of the 8th U.S. Army Civil Affairs Office. By attending this event, we are helping project a positive image to the general public and they will also have a chance to interact with American Soldiers. The military hopes the event promotes their military forces capabilities and boosts the confidence of the Korean civilians that the U.S.-ROK alliance is ready to protect their country. We want to allow people to experience programs such as field training exercises, guerilla training, and airborne demonstrations, Koo said. We want the civilians to see the ROK-U.S. Alliance in a more intimate way than ever before. Adults and children had the opportunity to experience military culture for themselves by holding the military weapons, tasting the military food, and seeing a traditional army barracks display. The ROK air force also made several formation flyovers entertaining the crowds. The Ground Forces Festival truly unites the people of the ROK and the U.S. through a relationship that is embodied in the spirit of Katchi Kapshida, said Kim. x
Korean school children prepare to see an AH-64D Longbow Apache helicopter. This piece of equipment was one of several pieces of equipment brought to the ROKA Ground Forces Festival by U.S. Armed Forces personnel on the peninsula. U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Vincent Abril
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Pyeongtaek Cultural Tour
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hopefully get my overdue orders and hand give my presents to my family....lol
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If you havent sent them out yet. They wont get there by holidays. Or so I thought
CAMP HUMPHREYS Children pound on rice dough to make tteok, a traditional Korean rice cake. U.S. Army photo by Mike Mooney
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The Humphreys Pack n Wrap does a really great job with everything Ive brought to them. I have sent a canvas painting, a celadon bowl, and traditional Korean marriage vases after getting them packaged by Pack n Wrap and they have all made it perfectly.
terrified by the spectacular effects. Those soldiers did a great job and it was really great to see them out here, he said. An insane asylum greeted the guests with a crazed woman giggling to herself then crawling towards the crowd. A torture room followed with an unknown person strapped down, being tortured slowly via electricity. The worst was to come, as they walked through a hallway drenched with blood, they came face to face with an eerie being leading them all as the sound of crashing glass echoed around them. The being led them on and singing began, a mournful melody singing one, two Freddies coming for you. Three, four better lock the door. As they entered the flickering room the signing rose to a feverish pitch as a woman on a bloody bed stood towards the victims. She then crumbled to the floor, rambling and screaming to the victims not to continue. The victims pushed through with the residents of the house still on their tail, wailing, screaming and giggling. The surgery room followed where a team of macabre doctors operated on a wailing victim, a doctor looked at the victims inviting them to be next on the table. As the victims ran out they were followed out with screams of, Seven, eight. No escape! x
Candance Roitt
i just plan on shopping online.. already know what i plan to get for 3 out of my 4 family members im buying for... they are all coffee drinkers so were buying via boca java coffee... love the stuff and its flavors are great... as for the 4th person... who doesnt like tea or coffee... Im still working on... not sure what I plan to get her....
Iron Horse soldiers celebrate Halloween with their family members. U.S. Army photo by Spc. Karina Law
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The Staff Sgt. Then added, I love working with the dogs. I would like to spend my whole life working with my dog. I used to be a people person, but not so much anymore. Ive never hesitated to go outside the wire and take a mission with my dog. Were here to help, and as a team we work hard to ensure people are safe. x
SFC Zeck, Military working dog and Staff Sgt. Charles Graves (right) and Sgt Eugene Tolbert, MWD handler, 188th MP Company, Camp Walker, play a vital role in the safety and security of USAG Daegu. A daily workout is an important part of the physical and mental relationship between both the dog and the handler.
After an exhausting workout, a tummy massage is just what this MWD needs from his handler.
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Retiree Appreciation Day Retirees (and Active Duty with a retirement date) USAG Daegu is hosting a Retiree Appreciation Day at the Evergreen Community Club on Camp Walker, Saturday Nov. 5 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be tons of information geared for you, and you can get free flu and pneumonia immunizations, free vision screenings, free lunch, and a local hospital mobile x-ray van will be there as well. No appointments necessary! Financial Counseling Services Financial counseling for Soldiers and family members with emphasis on managing personal finances and tracking spending habits. Development of a personal financial plan, retirement plan, and college saving plan. Call the ACS financial readiness program office, 768-8127 or 768-7112. Kids Club Register your child for our Jr. Membership Program. Program benefits include quarterly appreciation nights, $5 gift coupon for thier birthday and other great events. Open to kids ages 5-12. For more information, call the Evergreen Community Club, 764-4060. Curfew in effect Effective immediately, A PeninsulaWide curfew is in effect. This curfew occurs between 1 a.m. to 5 a.m. Sunday through Friday morning of a normal work week and 3 a.m. to 5 a.m. on Friday night, Saturday-Sunday mornings. This curfew applies to all USFK military personnel, and is urged as a guideline to follow for all family members and civilians. Camp Carroll Paintball Range Now open on Saturday and Sunday 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. $15 per person and it includes first 500 pellets. No reservations or teams required. Eye Protection, Long Sleeves, Long pants, Sneakers or Boots covering ankles are required. For more information call 765-8325/7062 or 7647484. Help decorate the White House! The First Lady is asking military children from around the globe for some personal contributions to the finishing touches on the White House decorations this holiday season. The request is for military children to submit 5x8 handmade holiday cards with words of appreciation for their military parents, as well as pictures and drawings. The White House will display as many of the cards as possible. Participants are asked to send holiday cards to the following address along with information from where they are sending it by November 16, 2011: Reservation 1 Attn: Social Office PO Box 8070 Washington DC, 20032 This is a way for military children to express love, admiration and appreciation for their military parents this holiday season.
The Soldiers, Civilians and Family members from USAG Daegu community enjoy the Halloween festivities at Daegu commissary parking lot Oct. 29.
One of the participants Sgt. 1st Class Allen Remon, 19th ESC joined the evening activity along with his wife and two kids. He said, I really enjoyed it. This was our first time doing the Trunk or Treat celebration. Traditionally, we would just make the rounds in our traditional usually do in the houses and neighborhood. But we just got here, and walked around to see whats with all the cars in the parking lot. We were happy and surprised to find people were handing out lots of candy for the kids. It was a great event. The winner of the Trunk of Treat 2011, BOSS president Sgt. Carita Whaley said, I love Halloween. I like to support the community. I want to make sure kids get to enjoy the Halloween celebration as much as I did when I was a kid. x
(Top) CSM Gabriel Arnold, his wife Viviane, and Gabriel Jr. along with Col. Kathleen Gavle, Commander, USAG Daegu, pitch in to help unload some much needed and appreciated blankets for the children at the Love and Hope Orphanage in Daegu. The charitable gift is just one of many community and Good Neighbor efforts hosted by the Camp Walker Chapel. (Left) Chaplain (Capt.) Michael. D. Jones leads members of the Love and Hope Orphanage, along with other USAG Daegu community representatives in prayer. The visit to the Daegu orphanage was an opportunity for caring and sharing. During the visit, Chaplain Jones oversaw the distribution of nearly 200 blankets to the orphanagecompliments of the Camp Walker Chapel and community supporters. US Army photos by Pvt. Jeong Hyuk-soo
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Rosy Martinez
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Hmmmmmm, Im already so blessed with having a wonderful husband, great kids, awesome friends and a job I really enjoy. With that said, I suppose I would like Santa to leave me a box full of good health, love and happiness for the upcoming year. Oh, and an awesome Danielle Steele book. HAPPY HOLIDAYS TO EVERYONE!!!!! (I was dying to say that all year...lol)
This was taken at Haesindang Park, South Korea. It is located in the hills South of Samcheok. The park is by a tiny fishing village with quite a history. It is absolutely beautiful there! This was taken May 2011 while with my family. Courtesy photo by Courtney Schell
Rosie Swanson
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I need 4 iPads under the tree. I know its a lot to ask for Santa, but get those elves working overtime in your S6 shop PLEASE!!! ;)
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and in the Army can be quite a challenge. An even greater challenge is missing my kids, Winstead explained. I really wish I could spend more time with them. I motivate myself by telling myself that I am doing something for them --something that benefits them. They are being cared for medically. They have a home, and I am doing something for my country. Of all the hobbies in the world, collecting stickers might not be what you think the woman behind the voice does, but it just so happens she loves doing just that. My daughter loves stickers and I have to follow up, she said. We get along very well together. Weve created scrap book. I buy stickers for myself, and I also get tons from her. Among other fun things, Winstead also loves taking pictures. I like making memories. When my kids grow up, hopefully they will maintain those memories that I want to share with them. I also like pictures because they give me a chance to see what I have accomplished. So that helps me to know I did and am still doing great thing. Even if I fail, I will still keep trying, the broadcaster said. x
(Above) Staff Sgt. Zila Winstead prepares to pump up the volume as she begins the day at the AFN studio on Camp Walker. (Bottom) The Winstead family strike a pose for the camera.