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2, 2005
Volume 3, Issue 44
Iraq honors
heroes of past
By Sgt. Sara Wood
American Forces Press Service
SAN DIEGO – The ideals that were fought for
in World War II are still relevant today in the global
war on terror and are being honored by the
continued commitment of U.S. forces in Iraq,
President Bush said Tuesday.
At a V-J Day ceremony at Naval Air Station North
Island here, Bush spoke to active-duty sailors and
Marines, WWII veterans and military families about
the importance of the American victory over Japan
60 years ago.
“America confirmed the power of freedom to
transform the bitterest enemies into the closest
friends,” he said.
The victory in WWII proved that democracy was
SPC. VAN M. TRAN
the most unconquerable of all forms of society and First Sergeant Michael Barnes, Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 8th Military Police Brigade, is a picture of concentration
that free nations could muster the resolve to defend during an arm wrestling match with one of the young residents of the Sung Ro Won Orphanage. Barnes was one of eight MPs
themselves when attacked, Bush said. The victory to visit the orphanage Aug. 27, as part of the unit’s ongoing sponsorship of the facility. For related story, see Page 3.
also demonstrated the value of the spirit of liberty,
he said, which is the most powerful weapon
democracies have.
“Wherever our troops raised the flag of victory, Commander details reshaping
of Combined Forces in Korea
they would also sew the seeds of liberty, and, as a
result, the world is better off,” he said.
The very ideals proven 60 years ago are again
being tested in the war in Iraq, Bush said. Again, By Jim Garamone for two-thirds of the improvements. These
America was attacked on its own soil, and its American Forces Press Service enhancements signal one large change in the military
resolve is being tested, he explained, but Americans SEOUL – Military transformation on the Korean relationship: tremendous improvements in the 645,000-
can have confidence because of the courage and Peninsula is not just a U. S. program; the South Koreans man South Korean military, LaPorte said.
character of U.S. servicemembers. are also very involved, the top military commander of Efforts to shape the combined force continue. “The
“We will not rest until victory is American and combined forces here said recently. Koreans are changing their force composition, and
our freedom is secure,” he said. Initiatives have allowed military forces to increase they are making adjustments to their organizational
The stakes in Iraq are high, Bush said, but as capabilities even as numbers decrease, Army Gen. Leon structures, and so are we,” LaPorte said.
in the past, the enemies of America will fail and J. LaPorte said during an Aug. 26 interview. The U. S. will reduce its forces in Korea from
democracy will prevail. The best way to honor Driving the combined forces command 37,500 to 25,000 by 2008. “That is in total agreement
the sacrifices of military members past and transformation is the need to confront the threats of with the Republic of Korea,” LaPorte said. “They’re
present is to continue the fight until a free Iraq the future and not the world of the 1950s and 1960s, developing a plan to reduce their forces by (40,000)
is built, he said. LaPorte said. The program is based on enhancing, to 50,000 in the same timeframe. “
“We will honor their sacrifices by completing shaping and aligning the force. North Korea continues to threaten the peace in
the mission and laying the foundation for peace,” In the past three years, American and Korean Northwest Asia. Yet the alliance continues to defend
he said. “We will never let the enemies of a new officials have identified more than 300 enhancements against such a threat even while reducing numbers.
century destroy with cowardice what these to weapon systems, weapon platforms, intelligence “You can do that because we’re getting tremendous
Americans built with courage.” platforms, and command-and-control systems, returns on investment from the capital investments
The future of freedom is in good hands with the LaPorte said. we made in enhancements,” LaPorte said.
men and women serving in America’s armed forces The Republic of Korea has bought fully into the
military changes. Koreans will assume responsibility See Force
Force, Page 4
See Bush, Page 4
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Have a happy
happy,, It’s everyone’s duty
safe Labor Day
Monday, to help tell military story
Americans will celebrate
Labor Day. It is our
By Senior Airman Juanika Glover squadrons across the Air Force have unwritten
annual national tribute to
8th Fighter Wing Public Affairs traditional policies that state their people will face
the contributions
workers have made to A few weeks ago America experienced the some form of “punishment” such as buying beer
the strength, prosperity unfortunate loss of television producer and or bringing in doughnuts for their entire shop, if
and well-being of our anchorman Peter Jennings. their name or picture shows up in the base
country. For years, Jennings spent much of his time newspaper.
Our nation has much bringing Americans the latest news on issues Now while those traditions may have started
to be thankful for and impacting our lives. Each night, he came into our out as fun and games, it prevents public affairs,
most of it could not homes and told us the story of America, our world broadcasters and photographers alike, from doing
have been achieved and sometimes our universe. what the Air Force trained us to do — tell the
without the hard work There were many times he put himself in harm’s story of the world’s greatest Air Force.
and dedication of the American workforce. way to get a story. Some people may have thought As the voice of the Air Force, it’s the duty of
This year’s Labor Day weekend also occurs at it was crazy, but that’s what news reporters do. public affairs, broadcasters and photographers to
the end of our Ulchi Focus Lens exercise, Combined They get out there and talk to people even when give airmen and civilian employees the recognition
Forces Command’s premier training event. Over the people don’t they deserve. It’s also
the past 10 days I have observed outstanding effort want to be “With everyone’s help we can ensure every Air Force
and superb execution in support of this important bothered, they’re member’s responsibility
sick or they’re in
the members of our Air Force team, to help communicate the
exercise. I appreciate the time and energy leaders
at all levels have invested into this event to maximize the middle of national and international audiences Air Force story because
the training opportunity, while ensuring it was fighting a war. understand the powerful air and space we are all recruiters and
conducted safely and to standard. Nevertheless, representatives of the Air
they go to work
capabilities the United States Air Force Force.
Thanks to your efforts, our command is better
trained, better prepared and ready to deter and tell the story brings to the fight.” In the 2005 Air Force
aggression and maintain stability on the peninsula. because someone Strategic Communication
I applaud every member of the USFK team for their has to. Guide, Gen. John Jumper, Air Force chief of staff
contributions to a job well done. Now I’m no Peter Jennings, and neither is the and Dr. James Roche, secretary of the Air Force,
Labor Day has also come to signify the last long rest of the public affairs staff here, but our job is said, “Now more than ever we must clearly
weekend of the summer and the beginning of a new similar to what Jennings devoted his life to communicate the value of air and space power in
school year. It is a time when friends and families promoting, with a little Air Force twist to it. the ‘joint’ effort to defend our nation, while
gather, at picnic grounds and their own backyards, Each week, we tell the Air Force and “Wolf highlighting the priceless efforts of our airmen and
to bid farewell to summer. Pack” story. Other public affairs members and I civilian personnel. With everyone’s help we can
As you gather this weekend, ensure your family make our way around base to talk to ensure the members of our Air Force team, national
and friends celebrate safely. Avoid excesses and servicemembers and civilians to get their views and international audiences understand the powerful
act responsibly. Enjoy your holiday and return to on recent events or things set to happen in the air and space capabilities the United States Air Force
work or to school refreshed, recharged and ready near future. brings to the fight.”
to face new challenges. We often show up at base functions like softball So yes, it is everyone’s job to represent the Air
On this Labor Day weekend, I thank you for games, commander ’s calls, cultural tours, Force no matter the outcome.
your exceptional commitment to our country and concerts and grand openings. Normally, we’re With this in mind, the next time you see
to the Republic of Korea. Everyday, you labor in outfitted with a camera around our neck, a pen someone coming your way with a big camera
selfless service to our nations and their citizens. and pad in one hand and a recorder in the other. around their neck or a pen and pad in hand,
It is a significant responsibility, but is an You may see us out and about on weekends, hopefully you’ll rethink the squadron tradition and
obligation you take freely. Your willingness to early mornings and late evenings because for us, put on a happy face to represent the Air Force and
defend the United States and its allies allows our every hour is a duty hour when there’s a story to the country you swore to protect and serve. I think
fellow Americans to work for continued freedom be told. Peter Jennings would approve.
and prosperity. Your labor keeps us free. Our only hope is that when we come up to you,
Thank you for all you do and enjoy your well- you’ll be nice enough to talk to us and give us the
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parties, on-post fun days and story company who sponsors the Sung
reading. Ro Won Orphanage.”
The competition included the 4th Quarter Skill Sgt. Joseph Rochburg prepares a dish for the Korean Food Competition
See Cuisine
Cuisine, Page 7 Aug. 25 at Camp Casey’s Second to None Club.
Evaluation.
Chefs from the 2nd Infantry Division present their entries at the
Korean Food Competition Aug. 25. Bulgogi, a popular Korean beef dish, sizzles on the grill. Judges from the Republic of Korea Army get food samples.
announcement. Chuncheon hopes to bring in about Dancers perform the traditional Korean fan dance at the World Leisure Congress
Cathy said the main reason Chuncheon 2,000 participants from 50 to 60 member celebrationSaturday in Chuncheon. The city will host the exhibition in 2010.
was chosen is because of its “people.” countries June 26 to Sept. 11, 2010 to celebration at Camp Page. The closed U.S. program tonight,” said Col. Forrest R.
The World Leisure Congress is held participate. Activities will include 44 leisure Army base was the only venue in Newton, Area I commander. “My main
every two years and provides an games: seven in the sky, 25 on land and Chuncheon large enough to hold a crowd concern though, before, during and
international forum for the exchange of 12 on water. of that size; the city will build a new after the event was safety, since the
ideas and the showcasing of innovations Area I officials worked closely with stadium for the Congress.
across the full leisure spectrum, from the local government to host the “This was a great joint good neighbor See Chuncheon
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Religious Retreat By David McNally “They can say, ‘song-sang-nim,’ a respectful word which
The Area I chaplaincy is hosting a Area I Public Affairs loosely means teacher, or say excuse me in Korean, which
religious retreat Sept. 21-23. Buses will CAMP RED CLOUD — The Area I commander is ‘shi-lay-ham-nida,’” Yi said.
provide transportation from camps wants to treat Korean employees with the respect they Newton said he is not trying to impose this as a policy;
Casey and Red Cloud. For information, deserve. however he wants all employees and Soldiers to be treated
contact your local chaplain. Col. Forrest Newton, Area I commander, met with with dignity and respect.
Korean employees earlier this month. He introduced “Our employees are faithful, loyal employees who have
Stars of Tomorrow himself and his command philosophy. been with the U.S. Army for many years,” he said. “They
The Area I Entertainment Office will “We’ve got to find a better are not ‘od-jo-shi’ or ‘ad-ju-ma,’ they
host the Stars of Tomorrow talent show way for people to know who have names.”
7 p.m. Sept. 17 at Camp Casey’s you are and how long you have
“If a Soldier says, ‘od-jo-shi,’ “If you’re out in a Korean shop, and
Gateway Club. Those interested in been working for the U.S. this is not polite, especially if you don’t know the shopkeepers’
participating can sign up at their local
Community Activities Center.
Army,” Newton told the the Soldier is talking with name, it’s okay to use ‘od-jo-shi’ or
employees. someone older than himself.” ‘ad-ju-ma,’” said Sgt. Baek Ki-woon,
a Korean Augmentation to the U.S.
He said if someone has been
Safety Training
working as a loyal employee Army Soldier with Headquarters and
The Safety Certification Class for — Yi Kyu-chol
for 40 or 45 years, he would Headquarters Company, Area I. “But
additional duty unit safety officers and
like to know by looking at a if it is a Korean employee, you could
noncommissioned officers will be at
Building S-1504, Camp Casey at 1 p.m. name tag or something similar. just say ‘sir,’ or ‘ma’am’.”
the second and fourth Friday of each Newton encouraged the employees to come up with Many U.S. Soldiers are unaware the Korean words could
month. For information, call 730-4234. ideas. be considered disrespectful.
“Most Soldiers are polite when they deal with us,” “That’s how we call a taxi driver,” said Spc. Nicholas
Correction said Yi Kyu-chol, Area I Civilian Personnel Advisory Jefferson, HHC, Area I. “Sometimes we even shorten it to
An article about a new service number Center human resources specialist. Yi specializes in just, ‘shi.’ I didn’t know it was disrespectful.”
for appliance repair ran on Page 6 of employee relations. Yi said it made him feel good that the Area I commander
the Aug. 26 edition of The Morning He said he prefers to be called, “Mr. Yi.” wants to be respectful to Korean employees.
Calm Weekly. The article neglected to “If a Soldier says ‘od-jo-shi’ this is not polite,” Yi “Just as I am sort of an ambassador of the Korean people
mention that the repair number service explained, “especially if the Soldier is talking with to Americans I meet, Americans are ambassadors of their
is also available for Department of the someone older than himself.” people to the Koreans,” Yi said. “We have to respect each
Army civilians in Area I.
The Korean word, od-jo-shi, actually means “uncle.” other.”
Yi said it would be more polite to call people by their
name. E-mail david.mcnally@us.army.mil
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the bus stop on time. movie theater parking lot, the Burger King/Popeyes parking lot the way to X Corps Blvd. the speed limit is 25 KPH (15 mph)
! Keep body parts inside the bus. and the Dragon Hill Lodge parking lot. Mon.- Fri. during school hours.
! No horseplay on the bus. TV cameras Parents who drop off children in unauthorized areas may be ! On X Corps Blvd. from the Child Development Center to the
and bus monitors will see. cited for obstructing traffic, said Sgt. Ryan W. Ellis, Area II and elementary school, the speed limit is 25 KPH (15 mph) Mon.-Fri.
! Pay attention to bus monitors and bus Yongsan Traffic Accident Investigations office. during school hours and high traffic times.
transportation officials in yellow vests. “Dropping off a child in an area other than an authorized ! From Collier Field House to Gate 19, the speed limit is 25
area endangers the child’s safety and the safety of everyone KPH (15 mph) at all times.
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PHOTOS BY CPL. SEO KI-CHUL Volcano Kid squeezes Dave Duponte’s head during the
“The Barbarian” and “Krash” knock heads outside the ring as spectators enjoy the rough play. wrestling match.
Venus winces in pain as Allison Danger pulls her against Yongsan kids give “thumbs-up” and “thumbs-down” signs as they cheer Brandi Wine tightens her grip on the champion, Christie
the ropes during the ladies match. for their favorite wrestlers. Ricci, during the ladies title match.
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Labor Day Block Party kicks off Sunday
Area II Public Affairs have something for everyone, including a entire area will be devoted to kid’s games.
YONGSAN — Latin music star Tito Puente Jr. community carnival with food and beverage A “Best Pie” contest will also be held. Judging for
will headline the Yongsan Labor Day Block Party concessions, games and entertainment. appearance, taste and recipe will begin at 4 p.m. in front
Sunday in Seoul. “We had around 2,000 people last year and look of the Main Post Club. Prizes will be awarded on stage
Son of Latin music legend and Latin Grammy for even more this year,” said Farrulla. one at 6:30 p.m. Register at the Moyer Community
Award-winner Tito “El Rey” Puente, who died in Farrulla said two stages will be set up in the Services Center and bring your pie on Sep. 4.
2000, Puente Junior’s music has been described parking lot behind Moyer and in front of the Main
as a fusion of popular Latin jazz and dance, laced Post Club, along with seating and bleachers. An E-mail DavisST@korea.army.mil
with influences of mambo, Cha Cha and Merengue.
He has received a Latin Music Award Best Salsa The block party schedule of events is: 5 p.m. Adult hotdog eating contest
Video of the Year for “Oye Como Va,” has two 10 a.m. Flea Market (under bridge by Moyer CSC) 5:30 p.m. Adult squats contest
Spanish-language albums and several dance hits. Noon Carnival opens / DJ music 6 p.m. Best Pie contest winners announced
Puente will perform at 7 p.m. on a stage behind 12:30 p.m. Child and Youth Service group performance 6:30 p.m. DJ music
the Moyer Community Services Center, Bldg. 1:05 p.m. “Blue Eyze” band 7 p.m. Tito Puente Jr. show
2259, on Yongsan Main Post (SAHS Auditorium 1:50 p.m. Children hoola-hoop contest 8 p.m. Autograph/photo session
in case of inclement weather). 2:15 p.m. “Blue Eyze” band 9:30 p.m. Activities end
Mario Farrulla, Area II chief of community 3:05 p.m. Youth limbo contest For information, call 723-3291 or e-mail
entertainment, said the Labor Day Block Party will 3:35 p.m. MWR band “E-Sharp” Mario.farrulla@korea.army.mil.
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games and food. Bring your families, NEO Training & Exercise Brief
friends and guests to meet new friends.
For information, logon to www.filam.com The Area II Noncombatant Evacuation COURAGEOUS CHANNEL NEO exercise.
Parking Lot Closure
or call 724-8556. Operation, or NEO, team will conduct a day The exercise, which will be held at the end
The parking lot in front of the Main
of training and briefings Sept. 13 at Theater of October, promises to be unlike any in
Post Club will be closed Saturday until
Middle School Open House 1 in the Multipurpose Training Facility. recent memory, according to NEO officials.
Monday for the annual Labor Day
Seoul-American Middle School will host From 9 a.m.-noon, training will be focused Commanders and supervisors are highly
block party. Any vehicles not moved
an open house at 4 p.m. Thursday. on newly assigned NEO reps and wardens. encouraged to support their NEO
will be subject to tow. For information,
Students and parents are invited to come At 1 p.m., a briefing will be given to all personnel’s attendance at this briefing.
call 724-4275.
view their classrooms and meet the assigned NEO reps, wardens and site Point of contact for the Area II NEO team
teachers. For information, contact the personnel on the upcoming is Master Sgt. Jim Hardin at 738-5013.
Fall Softball League
A preseason tournament will be held middle school.
will host a weekend of music, Sept. 9 – cheryl.featherston@kor.amedd.army.mil
Saturday – Monday. League play will
Job Opportunity 10 at Memorial Chapel. He will host a or fax to 724-6256 no later than two
begin Sept. 10. For information, call 736-
Positions are open for one catholic youth concert at 7 p.m. Friday and at 9 a.m. weeks prior to the course. Attending
7746 or 736-4032.
ministry coordinator and one military Saturday will be conducting a music personnel should have more than six
community youth ministry. These will be workshop. Everyone is invited to months time remaining in country upon
Labor Day Block Party
offered until 8 a.m. Wednesday. For participate either or both days. There completion of the course. For
There will be a Labor Day Block Party
information, call Chong Hyon-suk at 724- is no cost involved. Parking will be information, call 724-6276.
noon – 6 p.m. Sunday, in front of Moyer
4587 or (02)7914-4587, or e-mail limited so carpooling is recommended.
Community Services Center and Main
Chonghs@korea.army.mil. For information, contact Gene Harlem Globetrotters at
Post Club. For information and to register,
Behrends at 319-2683 or e-mail Yongsan
call 738-5254.
Bake Sale parrotdad@hotmail.com. The world-famous Harlem
Headquarters and Headquarters Globetrotters basketball team will be
Labor Day Jam
Company, Area II Support Activity, will Newcomers Orientation at the Yongsan PX lobby noon-1 p.m.
The Brothers of Lambda Xi Chapter,
host a bake sale Sept. 9 and 10 inside The dates for the September Army Sept. 14 for a photo and autograph
Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. will host
the main entrance of the PX. Newcomers Orientation will be session. For information, call 738-5254.
a Labor Day Jam 9 p.m. – 2 a.m.
changed to Sept. 12 - 14 due to the
Saturday in the Naija Ballroom. Tickets
ARC Volunteer Chuseok Holiday. For information, Passport Services
cost $15 in advance and $20 at the
Orientation call 738-7505. The Yongsan Legal Assistance Office
door. Proceeds go toward providing
An orientation for American Red Croos now offers passport services. The total
money for scholarships and other
volunteers will be held 9:30 a.m. - noon Field Sanitation Course cost for a new adult passport is $97, $82
community service projects. For
Sept. 15. The ARC is also offering an The 3 8 t h M e d i c a l D e t a c h m e n t for a minor and there is no charge for a
information, call 010-8697-7836.
Adult CPR class 5:30 - 10 p.m. Sept. 9. (Preventative Medicine) will offer a 40- military passport. First-time applicants
hour Field Sanitation Team Training need two 2” x 2” photos, an original birth
Filipino-American Get For information, call 738-3670.
Course Sept. 26–30. Maximum certificate and a photo ID. Passport
Together
enrollment per company/unit is two renewals require the expired passport
A get together of Filipino-Americans in Concert and Workshop
and seating is limited. Reserve seats instead of the birth certificate. For
Korea will be held 1 – 6 p.m. Saturday at Oregon Catholic Press composer,
by providing a memorandum to information, call 738-6841.
Picnic Area One and Two on South Post. performer and clinician Tom Kendzia
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Aviation transformation includes new aircraft, upgrades
aircraft,
By Carrie David exhaust infrared suppressor. “This more deployable, more agile and more replace the C-23 Sherpa,” said Gass. “It
Army News Service device suppresses heat from the modular.” will provide tremendous capability in
WASHINGTON — Many changes helicopter so that it is less detectable “The decision to restructure Army getting critical supplies to forward
are in store for Army aviation, beginning by the enemy,” Gass said. Aviation through the termination of deployed forces, because it will be able
with a contract for 368 new Armed “The ARH will replace the current Comanche really permitted us to take to land on a very short runway – about
Reconnaissance Helicopters. Kiowa Warrior, one for one,” said Lt. some of the investment – known and 2,000 feet, which is a better capability
“ARH is the next significant step in Col. Neil Thurgood, program manager tested technologies – and integrate them than anything else we have out there.”
modernizing and transforming Army for ARH, located at Redstone Arsenal, quicker into old and new systems,” “Comanche money provided us the
Aviation,” said Col. Mark Hayes, Ala. Gass said. new buys [aircraft] as well as allowed
TRADOC system manager for “The normal flying hours for the “Reinvesting the gains we made with us to recapitalize the current fleet,” said
reconnaissance and attack, located at Kiowa is 14 a month, but it is flying the Comanche project helped reduce the Gass. “The Apache, The Chinook, UH-
Fort Rucker, Ala. about 70 hours a month per aircraft,” process of acquisition and saved time,” 60, all will receive upgrades.”
The $2.2 billion contract with Bell said Gass. “That is a lot of strain on an said Gass. “We are at war, and we One of the investments is in Aircraft
Helicopter Textron Inc. — awarded aircraft. The ARH can sustain the current wanted to make it happen quicker.” Survivability Equipment. ASE provides
July 29 with a signing ceremony Aug. flying requirements.” “The Army Aviation Center at Fort counter measures to aircraft to defeat
29 — calls for delivery of 38 of the The ARH is one of many initiatives Rucker, Ala. – recently designated the surface-to-air missiles and other threats
new aircraft by fiscal year 2008, with resulting from the cancellation of the Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Center of to aircraft, said Gass.
the remainder delivered by fiscal year Comanche project in 2004, Gass said, Excellence – brings war fighting “We are upgrading ASE and outfitting
2013. which took the Army into a new phase capabilities to the field by developing all rotary-wing aircraft with the common
“The ARH will have a larger, of Army Aviation Transformation. new concepts, programs and training missile warning system – upgraded
enhanced engine,” said Col. Greg for aviation Soldiers missile detection – through an
Gass, deputy director of the Army “Our program is really about worldwide,” Hayes said. accelerated process because of the need
Aviation Task Force in the
Pentagon.
trying to use the current existing areNew concepts and programs
already developed to
and desire to get the best equipment to
the field,” said Gass.
In addition, an upgraded tail state-of-the-art technology and transform Army aviation. “Our program is really about trying
rotor from the Bell 427 provides getting it to the warfighter as “A request for proposals was to use the current existing state-of-the-
greater directional stability and issued in July 2005 on the Light art technology and getting it to the war
control authority and the upgraded
quickly as possible.” Utility Helicopter,” said Gass. fighter as quickly as possible,”
glass cockpit provides greater Col. Neil Thurgood “The first equipment is expected Thurgood said.
accuracy, has better display Armed Reconnaissance Helicopters on the ground in fiscal year 2007.” “We will restructure and transform
ergonomics, and is more user friendly “We wanted to optimize our fleet for The LUH will conduct light general into a modular, capabilities-based,
than the current display, said Gass, the joint fight and reduce logistics,” said support in permissive environments and maneuver force, which will provide
comparing it to the current OH-58 Gass. “We are restructuring our Homeland Defense, and will replace the significant contributions to the War on
Kiowa helicopter. maintenance and sustainability so that it legacy UH-1 Huey. Terrorism and the future of Army
The ARH will also incorporate an won’t be so burdensome – more flexible, “The Future Cargo Aircraft will aviation,” Hayes said.
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European Gigolo European Gigolo European Gigolo PG-13 PG-13 PG-13 PG-13
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Dukes of War of the Bewitched No Show No Show No Show No Show
Hazzard PG-13 World PG-13 PG-13
Deuce Bigalow: Dark Water Deuce Bigalow:
Rebound PG Rebound PG Dark Water High Tension
European Gigolo PG-13 European Gigolo PG-13 R
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Stealth Stealth Stealth No Show No Show No Show Dark Water
PG-13 PG-13 PG-13 PG-13
Valiant G Valiant G Valiant G Fantastic Four Fantastic Four High Tension High Tension
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Deuce Bigalow:
War of the War of the Bewitched Dark Water No Show Valiant G
European Gigolo
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here is a great book entitled suggestions for sharing:
Chaplain (Maj.) Lee Rodgers
“Everything I Needed to Know ! Let someone else watch what they want
lee.edward.rodgers@korea.army.mil 732-7144
I Learned in Kindergarten.” This on the television
book covers a variety of topics. I believe if ! Let them eat what they want for dinner
Area II
we would just go back and do what our ! Let them talk about what they want
kindergarten teachers taught us, life would ! Give a little extra in the offering plate on
Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Dave Colwell
David.colwell@korea.army.mil or DSN 738-3011
be a better place. Sunday at your place of worship
One of the issues I remember from The paradoxical is true: We only truly Chaplain (Lt. Col.)Daniel Minjares
kindergarten, I was taught to share. In receive as we give. daniel.minjares@korea.army.mil 738-5532
kindergarten, all I had to share were crayons, To be perfectly honest, my wife is the Chaplain (Maj.)Samuel Cabrera
paper and toys. Life now is a little more giving one in the family. A humorous example samuel.cabrera@korea.army.mil 725-2955
complicated. With a wife, three teenage of this is when we have guests at our house;
daughters, two dogs and a horse, sharing is my wife buys enough food for two or three Area III
a little more difficult. parties. Chaplain (Maj.) Ray Robinson
In Corinthians 8, Scripture tells us that When we first got married, I tried to fight raymond.robinsonjr@korea.army.mil
some were sharing beyond their means. her generosity. I finally realized she was never
When we give in this manner, it is a test of going to change. Chaplain’s Assistant (Pvt.) Byong Min
our love and concern for others. Sharing is I learned from my wife that I needed to go MinB@korea.army.mil
simply giving to others and thinking of them above and beyond what is expected in giving
as we go about our lives. and sharing my time, love and energy to others. Area IV
Furthermore, it is my observation that Of course, I need some time for myself on the Chaplain (Maj.) James O’Neal
human beings are not naturally giving. golf course every week or so. Finally, I realized james.e.oneal@korea.army.mil or 764-5455
Generally they look out for themselves. that I find true meaning in giving beyond my Chaplain (Capt.) Steven Ashbrook
As a chaplain, I have seen that in every means.
steven.d.ashbrook@korea.army.mil or 763-7395
aspect of life. Personal dysfunction arises If you ever find yourself wondering
because we are selfish with time, love, where the meaning of life comes from, it Chaplain (Capt.) Robert Marsi
affection and energy for others. comes from beyond yourself. I urge you marsir@korea.army.mil or 765-8991
This is true in married and single life. Most to share yourself and your talents with
of life’s troubles would vanish if people someone today. For information on religious services, contact the area chaplain’s office.
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Refueling Point crew members and aircraft flight crew work together to electrically ground the
Chinook and safely accomplish the refueling.
Painted Door
Thrift Store John Baker, three-and-a-half years old, runs
The Painted Door Thrift Store is the 5K race with his mother Sonia, and sister, The 501st Signal Company runs Saturday’s 10K as a group. They finished first with a time of
open 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Cynthia. Their time was 59:18. 1:00:13.
and support your community. “I’ll become BOSS full time as of Sept. 17,” he said, “and Outgoing Area III Boss Coordinator and Camp Humphreys President,
will be working directly with Area III Command Sgt. Maj. Spc. Christopher Mastromarino (left), is showing the ropes to newly
Chili Peppers Potluck, Robert Frace.” elected Coordinator Spc. Philip Carmichael.
Bingo Other new officers are: Treasurer -- Pfc. Sean DeGroff, 3rd Military
The United Club invites all ID Camp Humphreys President -- Spc. Michelle Intelligence
cardholders to come out for an Bruner, 58th Avn Secretary -- Pvt. Isabel Martinez, 176th Finance
evening of Red Hot chili Peppers Vice President -- Cpl. Ha Hun-sung, 58th Avn Cultural Liaison -- Pfc. Ji Tae-ho, 602nd ASB
at 6:30 p.m. Sept. 14. The event
will be held in the third floor
meeting room of Army Family
Housing, Bldg. 510. Bring your
favorite Mexican/Hispanic dish for
New Classr ooms
Classrooms
Camp Humphreys American Elementary
potluck and be prepared for Bingo.
School has a new building this year. The
No childcare will be provided.
six new rooms provided by the building
If you have questions contact the
will be used for classrooms, a music/art
United Club by e-mail at
studio and a gifted education/counseling
unitedclubarea3@yahoo.com.
facility. The school’s cafeteria has also
been remodeled and will now seat 60
New & Notes
students at once. “But with all the new
Submissions
students, we’re going to have to serve
To submit items for inclusion in
lunch in four groups,” said HAES
The Morning Calm Weekly’s Area
Principal Donna Kacmarski.
ROGER EDWARDS
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basketball court. Another exterior classroom building Students settle into Taegu American School’s new “instant classroom” Tuesday morning. The structure was renovated over
is located just a bit farther from the gym near Camp the weekend, just in time for the first day of school.
George’s Gate #3. TAS experienced an enrollment increase of nearly Col. Donald J. Hendrix, Area IV Support Activity
“From the outside it looks pretty small but inside it 20 students, from 648 last year to 667 this year. Many commander, suggested DPW look into transporting
is very cozy,” said Harris of the 12-by-38-foot of those new enrollments were first and second- and refurbishing an unused connex shipping container
classroom. “It is a nice learning environment. You can graders, prompting the necessity for an additional
hear the teacher easily. I like it.” elementary school classroom. See Classroom
Classroom, Page 27
GALEN PUTNAM
Taegu American School Principal Helen Bailey (right background) and Ronald Lavelle,
GALEN PUTNAM
elementary school counselor (left background), welcome students back to school Tuesday.
After forming up by classes in the parking lot, eager Taegu American School students
stream into the building for the first day of school Tuesday.
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Sun Silhouette
Speed Limit Change
The speed limit on Pennsylvania
Ave. on Camp Walker has been
reduced from 40 kph to 25 kph until
Wednesday. For information, call
William Cobb at 768-8650.
Tobacco Cessation
Classes
Area IV Health Promotions will
conduct Tobacco Cessation Classes
1:30 p.m. Wednesday at ACS on Camp
Carroll and 3 p.m. Sept. 14 at ACS on
Camp Hialeah. For information, call
Area IV Health Promotions at 764-5213.
Stress Management
Class
Army Community Service will hold a
Stress Management Class 10 a.m. –
noon Thursday at ACS Bldg. 1103 on
Camp Henry. Registration deadline is
Thursday. For information, call Kiya
Reed at 768-7610.
Protestant Sunday
School
The Camp Walker Chapel Protestant
Sunday School will hold an ice cream
NCO duo stresses schedule is. He’s got to know what
mine is, and then we’ve got to make
supervised and what kind of child-
rearing techniques [their parents]
importance of
social 11:30 a.m. Sept. 11 at Kelley a schedule together to make sure our use.”
Field. Sunday School classes begin 9 daughter is taken care of.” She said all of this is important when
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Language Instructor
Minsook Kwon
‘yo-juem’
The phrase of the week
“I am busy these days.”
Yo-juem bah-bbuem-nee-dah.
these days I am busy
Due-roe-gah-doh
dwel-ggal-yo?
Due-roe oh-seh-yo.
Tom
gyeh-sheem-nee-ggah?
Ahn gyeh-sheem-nee-dah.
Oe-dee gah-shyoe-soe-yo?
Hahk-gyo
gah-syoe-soe-yo.