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Covenant creates Volunteers Family Reading

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Army Family bond make Kimchi Night, beyond

at Casey signing for a cause words

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‘All hands on deck’ for Yongsan Garrison townhall meeting

See page 9
for story
and photos
Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Navy Adm. Michael G. Mullen speaks to more than 800 Servicemembers and Civilian Employees Nov. 7 at Collier Field House on Yongsan Garrison. The
chairman took time to answer questions from the audience during a one-hour televised town hall meeting and outlined his goals while reemphasizing importance of the U.S. – Republic of Korea
Alliance. — U.S. Army Photo By Kenneth Fidler

Thanksgiving-themed
Soldiers
worship service become
schedule honorary
Camps Long/Eagle citizens
Protestant Combined Services
Pyeongtaek City
Nov. 18 at 10 a.m. in the
Mayor Song,
Camp Long Chapel
Myeong-ho presented
Open House and Thanksgiving
Certificates of
Celebration Nov. 18 at 1 p.m. in
Honorary Citizenship
the Camp Long Chapel
to Sgt. First Class
– free lunch provided
Chris A. Fick, Jr.
and his wife Staff
USAG-Humphreys/Area III
Sgt. Pamela K. Fick
Thanksgiving Ecumenical Service
during the official
Nov. 21 in the Freedom Chapel
groundbreaking
– lunch to follow
ceremony for
the USFK Base
USAG-Yongsan/Area II
Relocation to
Thanksgiving Mass Nov. 22 from
Pyeongtaek held
9–10 a.m. at Memorial Chapel
at Humphreys on
Tuesday. The Ficks
Thanksgiving Service Nov. 22
serve in units based at
from 10 – 11 a.m. at the
Humphreys Garrison.
121 Hospital Chapel
— U.S. Army Photo
By Bob McElroy
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Training enhances Soldier driving skills
by Chris Frazier
U.S. Army Combat Readiness/Safety Center
FORT RUCKER, ALA. — The Army is teaching Soldiers
some practical skills with tactical applications in hopes of
reducing on- and off-duty vehicle accidents.
Since its inception in December 2005, Area Support Group-
Kuwait’s Army Safe Driver Training program has given more
than 5,500 Soldiers the tools needed to safely manage the
roadways in and out of CONUS. The Army is now taking steps
to increase those numbers.
The ASDT course takes place in a four-hour block of
instruction and includes hands-on exercises involving controlled
braking, emergency off-road recovery, evasive steering, skid
control and straight-line backing and parking. The training
builds confidence and enables drivers to react quickly and
properly evade danger while behind the wheel, said Lt. Col.
Randall Cheeseborough, U.S. Army Combat Readiness/Safety
Center Ground Task Force chief.
“There’s a skill gap in the Army in driver’s training,”
Cheeseborough said. “This course will help bridge that gap by
creating safer drivers.”
The training translates to all four-wheeled vehicles used by
the Army and allows commanders to ensure their Soldiers can
react properly to road hazards. Since Soldiers spend most of their
driving time behind the wheel of their privately owned vehicles,
these skills are applicable to POV operations, as well.
“There’s nothing we teach you that can’t be used on another
vehicle,” said John Hutchinson, safety director, ASG-Kuwait.
Hutchison was introduced to ASDT by representatives from
the U.S. Army Combat Readiness/Safety Center in 2005. After
participating in a variation of the course in Phoenix, Ariz., he
then sold his command on the training program.
“I knew the statistics on the accidents we were having, and
I was looking for a way to give some skills to Soldiers that have
to drive over here,” Hutchinson said. “Driving here can just be
a nightmare.”
General Motors donated six commercial vehicles to the Army
to help get the program started. Since then, the Army has added
another six vehicles to maximize training.
The course can also support M1114, M1151 and Armored
Security Vehicle training. However, units wishing to take
the course with those vehicles will have to supply their own
equipment.
Another training course Soldiers will soon have the
opportunity to participate in will allow them to experience
the dangers of driving a vehicle while intoxicated. The training
is designated for units redeploying from Iraq, Kuwait or
Afghanistan back to their home stations.
The course uses Fatal Vision® goggles to distort vision and
cause behaviors that are similar to those exhibited by someone
under the influence. Soldiers then take a ride in the Simulated
Impaired DriviNg Experience®, a battery-powered vehicle that
simulates the effects of impairment from alcohol or drugs on a
motorist’s driving skills.
SIDNE® operates in two modes: normal and impaired. In
normal mode, the vehicle’s steering, braking and acceleration
respond appropriately. In impaired mode, the vehicle reacts with
delayed steering, braking and acceleration, simulating the effects
of a vehicle being driven by an impaired driver.
Cheeseborough said all these tools can potentially save
Soldiers’ lives. The Army must first get the word out to
commanders that these programs are available.
“If other units and installations adopt programs similar to
what ASG-Kuwait is doing,” Cheeseborough said, “we’ll see
a reduction in accidents and noted improvement in driving
skills.”

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“Getting together with new friends and “I remember celebrating Thanksgiving “Last year, a couple of the “Thanksgiving after returning
neighbors in Korea and spending the when I was in Kosovo, formerly Yugo- Soldiers in the barracks got home from AIT and Basic Train-
holiday with them. They cooked up a slavia. It was great because I was an together. We all made dif- ing. I was supposed to bake all the
feast with all the food you can imagine.” enlisted Soldier at the time and they had ferent dishes and we came pies and burned them all!”
— Pamela Foe a great dinner with lobster and steak.” together as family.” —Pvt. Sabrina Sepeda
— 2nd Lt. Douglas Purucker — Spc. Monica Garcia
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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.

AREA I: False Official Statement, LID through

Neglect, Investigation determined Subject #1
committed the offense of False Official State-
ment and Loss of Government Property by
Neglect when he provided a sworn statement
in which he reported he and his finance were
robbed at knife point by six unknowns, which
he knew to be false. Subject #1 later admit-
ted he lied in his original statement and he
lost wallet in an off-post taxi. This is a final
report.

AREA II: Purchasing in Excess of Personal

Needs, Subject #1 was observed by MP via
CCTV, purchasing 4 Duel Package Dove
bars, nine different Pantene products, four
Head and Shoulders shampoo, five Aveno
products, eight makeup products, seven con-
sumable items, eight packages of medicine,
12 packages of candy, 15 hygiene items, six
vitamin bottles, four household items, a belt,
and a watch at the Main PX. Subject #1 was
followed out to her vehicle, where Subject #1
was observed by MP to have AAFES bags
located in the vehicle. The bags contained
merchandise previously purchased contain-
ing two cases of beer, four cases of alcohol,
two Whiskey, two containers of wine. Subject
#1 was apprehended and transported to the
USAG-Yongsan PMO where she was advised While touring the DMZ, visitors can experience what life is like on this heavily guarded border. The 155-mile cease fire line streches from the
of her legal rights, which she waived, render- East Sea to the Yellow Sea and has become a haven for plants and animals to inhabit the land, undisturbed. Guards on both sides of the zone
ing a written sworn statement admitting to partol the Joint Security Area. — U.S. Army Photo By Ed Johnson
the offense. Subject #1’s RCP was retained.
Subject #1 was issued an order of show cause
memorandum and released to her supervisor. SIGHTS AND SOUNDS: Off-post events and activities
The merchandise was collected, evaluated as
evidence, and returned to Subject #1. Inves-
tigation continues by MPI.
Battle Reenactment (Nov. 19) DMZ Tour (Panmunjeom)
AREA II: Shoplifting, Subject #1 was ob-
The highlight of Chungmugong Noryang Haejeon Seungcheopjae The fall is an ideal time of year to visit the Korean DMZ.
served by AAFES Security via CCTV, remove
four music compact discs from the display,
Festival is the reenactment of General Lee’s final battle on the Panmunjeom is the site where the Korean War armistice
and concealing them on Subject #1’s person, Namhae’s Sea. The scale of the reenactment is dynamic. This is agreement was signed in 1953. Visiting the Demilitarized
and then exiting the PX without rendering the greatest victory during the war with Japan, vividly recaptured Zone established by that agreement offers a first-hand look at
proper payment for the merchandise. AAFES with 100 ships decorated under the name of Korea’s “Turtle one of the most heavily-fortified borders in the world and a
Security detained Subject #1 and escorted Ship”, Japanese and Chinese ships recreating the famous battle thorough understanding of the history behind the Korean War.
Subject #1 to the AAFES security office scene. The Turtle Ship was designed and created by General Lee Panmunjeom is located in the Joint Security Area at which troops
where Subject #1 surrendered the merchan- just before his final battle, which is the world’s very first ironclad from North and South Korea maintain a presence. Visitors can
dise. Subject #1 was transported by MP to warship with a dragon’s head in the front where cannons are tour the 3rd Tunnel, dug to infiltrate South Korean territory
the USAG-Yongsan PMO where Subject #1
fired from its mouth. Festival highlights include navy guard as well as the Dora Obseravtory, which provides a view of the
was advised of Subject #1’s legal rights, in
the presence of Subject #1’s sponsor, which
demonstrations, a close-up look at a Turtle Ship, and onboard second largest city in North Korea. Those wishing to perticipate
Subject #1 waived, rendering a written sworn ship tours. The festival is help annually on Nov. 19, the day in the tour must adhere to the dress code and present appropriate
statement admitting to the offense. Subject #1 General Lee died in battle. For more information, visit www. ID/passport. For information on tours to the DMZ, contact the
was processed, issued an order show cause tour2korea.com USO or visit www.tour2korea.com
memorandum and released to Subject #1’s
sponsor. The merchandise was returned to B-boyz Performance (Seoul) JUMP (Seoul)
AAFES. The estimated cost of the merchan- The Ballerina Who Loves a B-boy is a unique dance performance JUMP is a comic martial arts performance that started in Korea
dise is unknown. This is a final report. featuring a combination of ballet and street dance. This 90- and is now playing globally. The plotlines revolve around the
minute, nonverbal performance is held weekly at the B-boy misadventures of an unusual family of acrobatic martial artisits.
AREA III: Assault Consummated by a Bat-
tery, Subject #1 and Victim #1 were involved
Theater in Seoul. The show follows the story of a ballerina who There are four mini-episodes to the show. Performances are
in a verbal altercation which turned physical, assimilates into the world of street dance after falling in love with Tuesday – Saturday, 4 p.m. and 8 p.m.; Sundays and holidays,
when Subject #1 struck Victim #1 in the face a B-boy. The performance schedule is: Mondays and Tuesdays 3 p.m. and 6 p.m.; no show on Mondays. Performances are held
with a closed hand. Victim #1 proceeded to at 8 p.m.; Wednesday through Saturday at 4 p.m. and 8 p.m.; at the IBK JUMP Theater in Seoul. For information, visit www.
walk away while spiting blood onto the door Sundays and holidays at 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. For more information, hijump.co.kr or visit www.tour2korea.com
and walls. While Victim #1 was walking away, visit www.sjbboyz.com or call 02-336-5377 for booking.
Subject #1 proceeded to inform Victim #1 to
clean the blood. Victim #1 refused, and Sub- Guard Changing (Seoul) Lotte World
ject #1 then ran up behind Victim #1, grabbed
The Changing of the Palace Guard reenacts a historic ceremony Lotte World is a huge shopping and entertainment complex
him, and struck him one more time in the left
jaw with a closed hand. Victim #1 rendered
that was perofmred daily for more than 400 years, during the featuring a folk village, adventure rides, sports center with a
a written statement attesting to the incident. Joseon Kingdom. Performers dressed in the colorful traditinal skating rink as well as a hotel and department store. Some of the
Subject #1 was apprehended and transported uniforms recreate the scene with swords, shields, armor, and most popular attractions include Atlantic Adventure, Pharoh’s
to the USAG-Humphreys PMO where he was precise movements, making for a great photo oppotunity. Fury, Gyro Drop, World Carnival Parade and a Laser Show. The
advised of his legal rights, which he waived, The 45-minute performace takes place at the Front Gate of parade takes place at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m, and the laser show
rendering a written sworn statement admitting Deoksugung Palace in Seoul at 11 a.m., 2 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. is held in the late evening at 9:30 p.m. For more information,
to the offense. Victim #1 sustained injuries every day except Mondays. For more information, visit www. visit www.tour2korea.com
consisting of a left black eye and lacerated tour2korea.com or www.visitseoul.net
lip, was treated and released. Subject #1 was
processed and released to his unit. Investiga-
tion continues by MPI.
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Garrisons ‘take a shot’ at Flu prevention
Medical technicians from the 18th Medical Command admnister the Flu vaccine to Brig. Gen.
Al Aycock, Commanding General, Installation Management Command Nov. 8. Personnel from
the 18th MEDCOM have been making the rounds on the garrisons, encouraging people to take
advantage of the annual Flu vaccinations. — U.S. Army Photo
Help troops call home
Gift of phone card worth 28,600 words
Special to The Morning Calm Weekly
OKINAWA — If a picture is worth
1,000 words, 550-Minute Military
Exchange Global Prepaid Phone cards sent
through the Army & Air Force Exchange
Service’s (AAFES’) “Help Our Troops Call
Home” program can be worth more than
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of troops spending the holiday season far
from home.
Considering the average person has a
conversation speed of approximately 200
words per minute,
Military Exchange
Global Prepaid
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it possible for
friends and family to squeeze 28,600 words
of affection and encouragement into more
than two hours of available talk time.
“AAFES has been aggressively engaged in
negotiating the best value for troops calling
friends and family from the contingency
theater for more than five years now,” said
AAFES’ Senior Enlisted Advisor Chief
Master Sgt. Bryan Eaton. “The result of our
civilian and military staff’s commitment to
this issue is paying off for military Families
and their advocates as 550-Minute Military
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From there, “Help Our Troops Call Home”
phone cards can be sent to individual service
members (designated by the sender) or even
directed to “any service member” through
the American Red Cross, Air Force Aid
Society, Fisher House Foundation, Navy-
Marine Corps Relief Society, Soldier &
Family Assistance Center and USO.
When the holidays come calling, military
personnel are
generally quick
to answer. In fact,
troops deployed
in support of
Operations Enduring and Iraqi Freedom
scooped up almost 80,000 Military Exchange
Global Prepaid Phone cards in November
and December last year, ultimately spending
some 23 million minutes on the phone
during the last 60 days of 2006.
“At $27.50 it would be easy to say ‘talk
is cheap’ when using a 550-Minute Military
Exchange Global Prepaid Phone card, but
anyone who has spent the holidays far from
friends and family knows better,” said Eaton.
“What I can say is Military Exchange Global
Prepaid Phone cards facilitate affordable
communication between the front lines
and the home front, making it possible for
military Families to share as many words as
they need to feel closer to one another during
this important time of year.”
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Senior leaders of USAG-RC sign the Army Family Covenant in a ceremony to finalize the AFAP conference on USAG-Casey in the Casey Digital Conference Center Nov. 8. First to sign (center)
Brig. Gen. Joe E. Ramirez, assistant division commander for manuver, Col. Larry Jackson, USAG-RC garrison commander, Command Sgt. Maj. Brian Stall, 2nd Infantry Division Command Sgt.
Maj., Command Sgt. Maj. Marshall Downs (3rd from left) USAG-RC garrison Command Sgt. Maj.—U.S. Army Photo By Jim Cunningham

Army signs covenant with Soldiers, Families at Casey

by Jim Cunningham and more, Soldiers are deploying to Korea Army family dependants, according to
USAG-RC Public Affairs and bringing their families with them. They Ramirez.
have been on two or three deployments “We have a significant presence of
CASEY GARRISON—The Army already and come to Korea and want to spend family members here,” Ramirez said.
signed a covenant with Soldiers and their some time with their families. They can still “We have to address their concerns.
families in a ceremony to finalize the annual train and still be a We cannot ignore
Army Family Action Plan conference held productive member “We have a significant presence them. They are
in the Digital Conference Center Nov. 8 at of our Army, still family members of
USAG-Casey. s e r v e , b u t a l s o of family members here,” Ramirez U.S. Army Soldiers.
Present to sign for the 2nd Infantry have their family We owe it to them
Division commander was Brig. Gen. Joe m e m b e r s w i t h said. “We have to address their to take care of them.
E. Ramirez, assistant division commander them even though We will assure them
for maneuver, Col. Larry Jackson, USAG- they are forward concerns. We cannot ignore them. they will get all the
RC garrison commander, Command Sgt. deployed.” benefits due them as
Maj. Brian Stall, 2nd Infantry Division There has been They are family members of U.S. dependants of U.S.
Command Sgt. Maj. and Command Sgt. a change in the way Army Soldiers.”
Maj. Marshall Downs, Command Sgt. Maj., the Army looks Army Soldiers. We owe it to them “I want to thank
USAG-RC at deploying to our sponsors,
“We all know how important it is to be Korea, according to take care of them. We will assure facilitators, and
a family member, or to have a family and to Ramirez. subject matter
be a service member today,” Ramirez said. “What Soldiers them they will get all the benefits experts,” Jackson
“A Soldier in Korea today who is training bring to the table said. “Special thanks
at Rodriguez Range that has problems with today in the Army due them as dependants of U.S. t o o u r So l d i e r s
his family living outside the gates at Camps Family Action Plan and their family
Hovey, Casey, Stanley or Red Cloud is not conference are Army Soldiers.” members. There
going to be a very effective Soldier for us. those kinds of issues were a lot of issues
The Army Family Action Plan was designed we didn’t know we Brig. Gen. Joe E. Ramirez, assistant divi- that came forward
to give Soldiers and family members a voice had visibility on sion commander for manuver about which many
to the senior leaders of our Army. It allows because some of of you are ver y
the Soldier to speak his concerns and give them are unique,” Ramirez said. “Here in passionate. I can assure you no one here has
those concerns visibility.” the Casey/Hovey enclave where I live; we turned a blind eye, no one here is resting on
The work completed by the committees have no command sponsored dependants. their laurels, and no one here thinks we have
of the AFAP conference has gone a long way At the same time we have more than already solved all the issues. There is a lot
to giving Soldiers and their families’ visibility 1,000 family members and they are not of work remaining to be done, and as long Charles Lyons, USAG-RC AFTB/AFAP pro-
for their needs, according to Ramirez. going away.” as we keep working at it and asking for the gram manager, addresses delegates, senior
“Times have changed,” Ramirez said. While the Army is planning to needed resources we will certainly improve leaders, and family members during the clos-
“The Global War on Terror, Operations eventually move south, they still have to the quality of life for everyone here. I thank ing ceremony of the 2007 AFAP conference
Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom has address the fact that in the USAG-RC you for your support and efforts in making Nov. 8. — U.S. Army Photo By Jim Cunning-
changed the paradigm in Korea. Now, more area alone there are more than 1,000 this AFAP conference a great success.” ham
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News & Notes
Army vs. Air Force
Flag Football Game
Warrior Country Sports will host the first
“Warrior Cup” Army vs. Air Force Flag Foot-
ball game tomorrow at 1 p.m. at Soldier
Field USAG-Casey. For more information
call: 730-4681.
Free Korean Language Textbooks
The University of Maryland is very inter-
ested in Servicemembers and other U.S.
personnel in Korea learning to speak Kore-
an. Each person who enrolls in the Korean
101 course at “Camp Stanley in Term II will
receive a free text book. For active-duty
personnel, the Army will pay 100 percent
of the tuition. For more information call:
732-7015.
Gifts from the Home Front
Gifts from the home front can be sent to de-
ployed troops by logging on to www.aafes.
org or callling: 877-770-4438. The gift cer-
tificates are sent to individual Servicemem-
bers or distributed to any Servicemember
through the Air Force Aid Society, American
Red Cross, Coalition to Salute America’s
Heroes, Fisher House, Navy-Marine Corps
Relief Society, Operation Home front, Op-
eration Interdependence or the USO. “Gifts
from the home front certificates can be re-
deemed at exchange facilities worldwide.
Marvel’s Captain America Returns
Marvel Comics Captain America comic
books are available free in the PX in the
Casey and Red Cloud enclave.
HR Supervisors Course
Available Online
The HR for Supervisors Course is man-
datory for all Department of Army civilian
(DAC) and military supervisors who super-
vise appropriated fund DAC employees.
This course covers Human Resources
(HR) management legal and regulatory
requirements, HR processes, HR services
and HR automated tools designed to as-
sist supervisors in requesting and tracking
Request for Personnel Actions (RPAs). The
course is 40-hours long and is intended to
help the supervisor in performing his/her
HR management duties. Completion of
this course can enhance the supervisor’s
confidence and performance. For more
information call: 732-9060
Coming Events PBC Red Cloud
The Pear Blossom Cottage Thanksgiving
luncheon will be held Nov. 21 from noon
to 1 p.m. Cooking class will be held Nov.
30 from 11 a.m. to noon. The Outreach lun-
cheon will be held Dec. 13 from noon to 1
p.m. The Christmas Party will be held Dec.
21 from 3 to 5 p.m. For more information
call: 732-7168.
Camp Stanley Christmas Tree Lighting
Camp Stanley Christmas Tree lighting will
be held Dec. 5 at 5 p.m.
2008 DECA Scholarships
Available Now
Applications for the Defense Commissary Agency’s
2008 Scholarships for Military Children Program
are available now in commissaries worldwide or
online through a link at http://www.commissaries.
com and directly at http://www.militaryscholar.org.
The program kick-off each year in November coin-
cides with “National Military Family Month,” and the
scholarships are a great way for commissaries to
get involved with the community and demonstrate
support and respect for the contributions of military
families.
AREA I
Twelve delegates in three working groups discuss AFAP issues Nov. 8 in USAG-Casey Digital Conference Center. Subject matter experts also
shared in discussions of issues. —U.S. Army Photo By Jim Cunningham
AFAP conference hammers out solutions
by Jim Cunningham
USAG-RC Public Affairs
CASEY GARRISON —Three working
groups of 12 delegates of the Army Family
Action Plan conference hammered out
solutions to 28 identified concerns in three
days of deliberations Nov. 6, 7 and 8 in
USAG-Casey’s Digital Conference Center.
Making sure the AFAP conference is
planned correctly and all the needs of the
delegates are met and all the issues are
considered is a year long process.
“It takes months of clear precise
preparation,” said Charles Lyons, Army
Family Team Building/Army Family Action
Plan program manager for USAG-RC Army
Community Services. “The conference
gives Soldiers an opportunity to voice their
concerns in an Army community forum
setting that actually works.”
Soldiers write their issues on forms
available to them through ACS. The issues
are worked and reasoned through by work
groups at the yearly conference and then
voted on as to its priority level.
“If an issue is one of the top priorities
of a work group, then they brief it to the
commander,” Lyons said. “Just because an
issue is not voted on, does not mean the issue
gets thrown out. The issue then goes to our
steering committee to fix the issue.”
Issues unsolved in USAG-RC local levels
go to the next conference at the Installation
Management Command conference held in
the spring.
If an issue cannot be solved at the
IMCOM level it goes before the general
officers steering committee. Once it has
passed on to the steering committee, it will
go to the Department of the Army.
“The AFAP Conference offers a forum
to assure Soldiers voices are heard by the
senior leaders of the 2nd Infantry Division,
USAG-Red Cloud and of the Army,” said
Brig. Gen. Joe E. Ramirez, assistant division
commander for maneuver. “It gives them
an opportunity to express their views about
what we are doing well and what we are not
doing well. We need to address their needs
and the needs of their families because we
have a lot more families than in the past. It
is important we give them an opportunity to
voice their concerns, and let us know what
we need to do to help them achieve a good
quality of life in Korea.”
In past weeks representatives from Office
of the Secretary of Defense came to USAG-
RC and looked at some of the housing
available off post to Soldiers assigned in
Warrior Country, according to Ramirez.
“Right now the Soldiers just cannot
afford to live off post because the Overseas
Housing Allowance levels are not high
enough,” Ramirez said. “I feel confident
our Soldiers will see OHA increases in the
near future. The exact time lines I cannot
tell because I have no say over the processes
inside Washington D.C., but they left on a
very positive note we would see increases in
the foreseeable future.”
Ramirez finds the issues that arose in
this year’s AFAP conference are important
and viable.
“I live in USAG-Casey and I find these
issues need to be addressed,” Ramirez said.
“When a young Soldier is in Korea with
his family, he or she will be a much more
effective Soldier knowing his family is taken
care of here. I think the fact so much was
done from last year’s AFAP conference until
now and the fact they do have a voice and we
listen to them, especially in regard to their
family, that has a big impact on Soldier’s
morale.”
Top importance to delegates in this year’s
AFAP conference working group one was
given to USAG-RC’s left behind wives and
children. Making USAG-RC a command
sponsored assignment would be a step in the
right direction, according to Ramirez.
“I am not sure we were cognizant of the
impact of left behind families on the Korean
peninsula,” Ramirez said. “I was not here
when the 2nd brigade got deployed off the
peninsula to Iraq. But, I can imagine in a
theater where we are forward deployed with
a de-militarized zone separating North and
South Korea, with a heavy U.S. military
presence that has been here for more than
50 years, then I can imagine taking a unit
off the peninsula and deploying them to
another theater was a tough thing to do. I
am unsure we as an Army thought of the
second and third order effects of all these
families that were here because I am not
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sure they had visibility.”
There are as many as 600 families
and more than 1,000 individual family
members, according to Ramirez.
“We have a large population of young
children under the age of 5,” Ramirez said.
“It is significant when one talks about ‘left
behind or stay behind’ families and the
impact it has on them. We have to do all
we can, just as if we were leaving these folks
in Texas or Missouri, Kansas or Florida; we
have to do the same for them as we would
for any other military family member in
the United States or Germany or any place
else. I think for Korea that was kind of a
foreign thing.
“In the old days when you came to Korea,
that was your deployment. You were here
for a year without your family. You did your
year long tour and you went back to your
family in what ever base you came from.
Times have changed. We have to deal with
a paradigm shift of, ‘hey, we have Soldiers
coming here for two years, three years,
either bringing their families or marrying
here and growing their families here.’ That
is a new paradigm for Korea and we have
to adjust accordingly. I know from General
Bell on down, everybody is committed to
ensuring we are doing right by our military
families.”
Ramirez is well aware of the situations
and challenges that arise when Soldiers
marry third country nationals then move
on within one or two years.
“It is a new issue to me that I have been
made well aware by everyone from garrison
commanders to brigade commanders, to the
legal folks.” Ramirez said. “I know there is
a concerted effort to ensure we do right by
our military families.”
There are rules in effect for those
Soldiers who want to marry local nationals
or third country nationals, according to
Ramirez.
“There are stringent rules in effect to
make sure we do right by our Soldiers as
well,” Ramirez said. “We do not want to
contribute to human trafficking, which is a
big problem. We want to make sure we are
not contributing to that under the guise of a
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(Left to right) Brig. Gen. Joe E. Ramirez, assistant division commander for manuver, Col. Larry Jackson, USAG-RC garrison commander, Maj. Gen. James Coggin, 2nd Infantry Division com-
mander, Command Sgt. Maj. Brian Stall, 2nd ID Division Command Sgt. Maj., and Kim, Mun Ok, master taekwondo instructor, Col. (P) David Teeples, assistant division commander for support,
cut the ribbon to open the new 2nd ID Taekwondo Headquarters Nov. 7 on USAG-Casey.—U.S. Army Photo By Jim Cunningham
Taekwondo Headquarters opens on Casey
by Jim Cunningham
USAG-RC Public Affairs
CASEY GARRISON—A ribbon
cutting ceremony heralded the opening of
the new 2nd Infantry Division Taekwondo
headquarters Nov. 6 on USAG-Casey.
“We dedicate this facility for the Soldiers
who represent us,” said Maj. Gen. James
A. Coggin, commander, 2nd Infantry
Division, “This is not about us. It is about
our Soldiers and they deserve the best we
can give them.”
The 2nd ID Taekwondo Team competed
in Suwon and won second prize recently,
according to Coggin.
On the count of three Coggin cut the
ribbon to open the new headquarters with
Brig. Gen. Joe E. Ramirez, assistant division
AFAP
marriage. I cannot say we are going to solve
everything in a year.”
Another top concern raised during the
AFAP conference was quality of food in
USAG-Casey.
“Just in the Casey-Hovey complex there
are eight dining facilities,” Ramirez said. “I
have dined in three of them already. I am
going to spend my Thanksgiving Day eating
in the various dining facilities. Quality of
food at the dining facilities is excellent. I
shop at the commissary and while I agree it is
probably small and probably does not have all
the items one would like to have, it is good. I
have no complaints with the commissaries.”
The final day of the conference concluded
with the signing of the first ever Army
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commander for maneuver, Col. Larry
Jackson, USAG-RC garrison commander,
Command Sergeant Major Brian Stall, 2nd
ID division command sergeant major, and
Kim, Mun Ok, 2nd ID taekwondo master
instructor.
“Taekwondo has a key mission in terms
of readiness,” Jackson said. “Having a first
class facility for Soldiers to train and operate
is something that will benefit everybody.”
The 2nd ID and USAG-RC Soldiers have
a great relationship with the community and
with grand master instructor Kim, according
to Jackson.
“I am glad we can be a part of this event,”
Jackson said. “This place is first class. It is a
good benefit for our Soldiers who train in
taekwondo and a good benefit in terms of
our relationship among the garrison, 2nd
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Family Covenant signing ceremony.
“The Army Family Covenant is significant
because it shows Soldiers and their families
the Army is committed to addressing our
issues and our needs,” Ramirez said. “When
I came in the Army, about 30 percent of the
Army was married. Now, we are probably
around 60 percent married. The Army cares
and the Army will take care of its own.
The garrison commander, the assistant
commander for support, myself and, of
course, Maj. Gen. Coggin, have all talked
about this, the importance of it and what
it means to our Soldiers and their families.
Now there is a document saying the Army is
committed to addressing the Soldiers issues
and needs.”
Infantry Division and grand master Kim.”
These efforts make the new Taekwondo
Headquarters a reality, which came from
several different directorates in the garrison,
according to Jackson.
“The directorates of logistics and public
works, along with grand master Kim all
played an important part in making this
facility a reality,” Jackson said. “All of these
people had a part in pulling this together so
we can go and train. This whole thing is part
of readiness, and a big day for all of us.”
“Today, this building is opened as the
new Taekwondo Headquarters, Kim said.
“All of the 2nd Infantry Division Soldiers
will train in this new facility.”
Although the headquarters is now
established at USAG-Casey, the taekwondo
team moves around the peninsula giving
Children earn awards during Fire Prevention Week
John Cook (far left), fire chief, USAG-RC gives awards for best fire prevention week posters
to the children of the International Christian School in Uijeongbu Nov 8.—U.S. Army Photo By
Cpl. Im, Sung Bin
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shows and participating in competitions,
according to Kim.
“The 2 ID has had a team since 2000,”
Kim said. “The current leadership thinks it is
the right thing to provide a building for our
headquarters and training facility.”
Taekwondo gives the Soldiers an
opportunity to expand their physical
training, according to Lt. Col. Chuck
Parker, deputy commander, 2nd brigade
heavy combat team.
“Soldiers are given an opportunity to
learn a martial arts skill, which is in line
with our combative skills and the warrior
ethos,” Parker said. “Since taekwondo is
a sport here on the peninsula, this gives
the Soldiers a chance to integrate into
the cultural activities by participating in
taekwondo events.”
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Chairman: U.S. committed to Korean security
Adm. Mullen hosts
Yongsan town hall
by Kenneth Fidler
USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs
YONGSAN GARRISON — The
U.S. military remains committed to
the Republic of Korea security and the
continued strength of the 54-year-old
Alliance, said the chairman of the Joint
Chiefs of Staff Nov. 7.
This was one of many messages Navy
Adm. Michael G. Mullen, who took over
as chairman Oct. 1, had for the U.S. Army
Garrison-Yongsan community during a
town hall meeting gathering at Collier
Field House.
Speaking to more than 800 community
Service Members and civilian employees,
he said the U.S. presence on the peninsula
directly impacts stability in the region.
“Stability in this part of the world is directly
tied to our national interests, and that’s
why you serve. You really underpin that
stability,” he said.
He highlighted the 54-year Alliance
between the U.S. and South Korea as
a model partnership that has strongly
evolved. “We live in a time of great change,
and there’s no better representation (than
the Korea-U.S. Alliance),” he said.
“You’re serving at a really critical time in
our nation’s history,” Mullen added. “Our
nation is a fortunate nation … borne on
the backs of people like you who raise their
hands to serve the constitution and make
a difference in the world.”
Mullen was in the Republic of Korea
with Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates,
who participated in the 39th Defense
Consultative Meeting between the two
countries and met with South Korea’s
Minister of Defense, Kim Jang-soo.
Since taking over as chairman, Mullen
said one of his priorities is to try to
balance the U.S. military priorities around
the world while managing Iraq and
Afghanistan operations. “We have to
make sure we have our focus right from
the military perspective and develop our
strategy in the Middle East,” he said. “That
Community issues at forefront of tenant unit commander conference
By David McNally
USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs
YONGSAN GARRISON — U.S. Army
Garrison-Yongsan hosted a Tenant Unit
Commander’s Conference for more than
50 senior officers and noncommissioned
officers Nov. 8 at Commiskey’s.
Garrison Commander Col. Dave Hall
said the conference confirmed that tenant
unit commanders are “genuinely concerned
about their community, their people and
their units.”
“Attendance surpassed my expectations,”
Hall said. “Commanders want to know what
is going on. They also want to ensure the
Garrison understands their concerns and
they are adamant about working together
for solutions.”
Hall started the conference by explaining
the latest significant community events.
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(Above) Navy Adm. Michael G. Mullen, chairman of the Joint Chief of Staff, speaks with Yongsan Garrison community members during a town
hall meeting Nov. 7. (Below) Mullen answers a question from a Soldier. — U.S. Army Photos By Kenneth Fidler
is still an incredibly challenging part of
the world. There’s instability there that we
need to stabilize. With that focus on Iraq
and Afghanistan, we cannot lose focus on
challenges we’ve got in other parts of the
world. As we focus heavily in one area,
there’s a tendency to not focus in other
important areas.”
Mullen said deployments are taking a
toll, and he wants to “make sure we reset,
revitalize, and reconstitute our armed
forces,” especially the Army and Marine
Corps.
“The Army and Marine Corps have
borne the burden of this war,” he explained.
“This war has created a great pace for
our ground forces. We have pushed our
ground forces very hard. It’s not that they
can’t continue to do the mission. They’re
hungry to continue to do the mission, from
what I can see. But, what they’re looking
for is a reasonable deployment cycle,
some time home with their families, and
look at basically to be able to get a break
Hall said the Army Family Action Plan
conference (Oct. 25-26) was a fine example
of community involvement in “hot-button
issues.”
The commander listed the top five AFAP
issues, so tenant unit leaders would “know
what’s going on in the community.”
 High school lunch options
 Child Development Center caregiver
shortages
 Commissary operating hours
 Include the safety vest/belt as part of
the Army Physical Fitness Uniform
 Release of teachers/timing of final
report cards
Hall said the Garrison would aggressively
pursue the top three, while the final two have
a chance of going to Army level AFAP.
Hall told the gathering about the official
visit of the Army Communities of Excellence
evaluation team. USAG-Yongsan is one of
when they’re off deployment. We need to
focus on that to be sure that we don’t put
ourselves in a position that we have an
exodus from our armed forces at this really
vital time.”
During his remarks, Mullen thanked the
crowd for serving in the armed forces. “It’s
a noble calling and it’s one that I am very
proud to be in with you,” he said. “Not a
four finalists worldwide in the annual Army
competition. The Garrison is vying for
a $2 million prize and the title of “Army
Communities of Excellence.”
Tenant unit leaders learned about ongoing
construction and renovation projects at
K-16 Air Base and Yongsan Garrison.
Hall explained how the Directorate of
Public Works is maintaining installation
infrastructure despite funding challenges
and the Yongsan Relocation Plan.
“We did a safety assessment, and because
of that, you may have seen additional speed
bumps and stop signs,” Hall said. “These
steps mitigate the risk. Actually what that
has done is to slow down traffic,” he added.
“The safety assessment is that this is a good
thing.”
Hall also told the group about sidewalk
improvements adjacent to the South Post
Burger King.
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day goes by that I don’t think about what
you’re doing out here and the difference
you are making.
“I also want to extend that to your
families. None of us serve well without
tremendous sacrifice, support, and service
on the part of our families, as well. They
make a huge difference. We just couldn’t
do it without them.”
“We’ve made it real safe for our kids,”
Hall said. “This is a huge improvement for
our kids who are crossing the street to eat
at Burger King.”
Tenant unit leaders listened to a
presentation from Alcohol and Substance
Abuse Prevention officials, the 175th
Financial Management Center commander,
the Noncombatant Evacuation Operation
exercise coordinator, among others.
Hall said he plans to hold regular
meetings with the tenant unit leaders.
“This was a good team building event as
it was the first time our tenant leadership
gathered since the summer’s transition,”
Hall said. “I have the utmost confidence in
the ‘Way Ahead for Yongsan’ because the
commanders and senior noncommissioned
officers demonstrated they are concerned
about the community in which they
live.”
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(Right) Spouses from Yongsan Garrison par-
ticipate in the 2007 Charitable Kimchi Making
Event Nov. 12 at the former Sudo Women’s
High School Playground site in Seoul. More
than 800 volunteers – 10 from Yongsan Garri-
son – volunteered at the event. The kimchi will
be distributed to needy families in the Yongsan-
gu district. (Below) Pamela Foe, left, and Mar-
rion Moses make kimchi. (Below right) Hartley
Hall performs a taste test on her kimchi creation.
— U.S. Army photos by Sgt. Kim Sang-wook.
KIMCHI
CUISINE
Garrison
volunteers
stuff cabbage
to help needy
families
By Sgt. Kim Sang-wook
USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs
YONGSAN GARRISON — The Army
gave the art of kimchi-making a literal
helping hand Nov. 12.
Ten Yongsan spouses helped stuff
thousands of cabbages with seasonings at
the biggest kimchi-making kitchen in Seoul
at the 2007 Charitable Kimchi Making
Event near Yongsan’s Gate 20.
They were among hundreds of Seoul
residents who volunteered at this annual
activity, which provides the final products to
needy families in the Yongsan-gu district.
“Kimchi is the most essential part of
our Korean cuisines,” said Kim Hak-jin,
program coordinator. “We really appreciate
their attendance here, mingling and helping
us on a good day.”
In Korean tradition, families gather just
before the onset of winter to pickle vegetables
to prepare for winter, Kim said. “This event
is kind of like the Korean tradition, but a
bigger one for the community.”
Each year, Yongsan district officials
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design kimchi-making events to aid needy
families. Volunteers from local companies,
Republic of Korea Army soldiers, and
veterans spend the day mixing cabbage and
seasonings.
“It is wonderful. It is special to us to
come and experience with Koreans friends
and culture,” said Sue Aycock, one of the
Garrison’s volunteers. “We are honored to be
here also to support Yongsan’s effort, which
will provide kimchi to needy people.”
Korean volunteers carried and loaded the
cabbage and seasonings such as hot pepper,
salt, and garlic. Others donned plastic vests
and rubber gloves to mix the seasonings into
the cabbage to create fresh kimchi.
This event is part of the Good Neighbor
Program, designed to help strengthen the
relationship between local and U.S. military
communities throughout Korea, said An
Chang-sin, U.S. Army Garrison-Yongsan
community relations officer.
“This festival resulted in more than
33,000 heads of kimchi cabbage for needy
people in Seoul,” he said.
Another volunteer, Beth Anne Hall, said,
“We are also having a lot of fun. Making
kimchi was one part of what I wanted to do.
Both my daughter and I had a blast, though
we had to get into a little bit of mess.”
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News & Notes
Power outage in Black Hawk Village
and Embassy Housing
A power outage will occur in Black Hawk
village and Embassy Housing today from
1-3 p.m to allow for power line rerouting.
Single/unaccompanied Soldier
Thanksgiving dinner
The Girl Scouts-Seoul invite 150-200 single
or unaccompanied Soldiers to a Thanksgiv-
ing dinner Nov. 23 at the Army Community
Services building. Those who would like to
attend must RSVP by Nov. 19 by e-mailing
gsoceseoul@yahoo.com. A confirmation e-
mail will be returned with attendance time
and other details.
Free concert for Beethoven lovers
The Korean American Association spon-
sors a special concert for all Yongsan com-
munity members and families Nov. 30 at 8
p.m. at the Seoul Arts Center. The Korean
Senior Symphony Orchestra will perform
Beethoven selections. Reserve free tickets
before Nov. 26 by calling the U.S. Forces
Korea Public Affairs Office at 723-4685
or e-mail paocr@korea.army.mil. Buses
will leave at 6 p.m. and provide round-trip
transportation from Main Post to the con-
cert for $3 per person.
USO News
Sign up for Jeju Island three-day and
two-night tour: The USO offers a tour Nov.
22- 24 that includes round-trip airfare, two-
night accommodation, two days breakfast
and lunch and admission fees. For informa-
tion, call 724-7003.
USO Tour Highlights:
-Nov. 22: Everland Amusement park
-Nov. 23-25: Gyeongju (Two-day and three-
night)
-Nov. 24: Paintball and All Terrain Vehicle
tour
USO Treasure Hunt: There will be two
chances to find the USO treasure and win
a $500 AAFES gift card. The contest starts
Dec. 3. Check USO Korea Web site (http://
www.uso.org/korea) for details.
Discounted Concert Tickets: 8 p.m. Nov.
30 for Linkin Park.
USO monthly calendars are available at
the Main Exchange, Commissary, Dragon
Hill Lodge and the Town House. For infor-
mation, call 724-7003.
Community of Sharing Project
Community members E-6 and below and
GS-7 and below are eligible to receive a
special holiday benefit through the Yong-
san Community of Sharing project. For
information, call 738-7186.
National American Indian and
Alaskan Native Heritage Month
A commeorative cultural event is 11 a.m.-12
p.m. Nov. 19 at the Multipurpose Training
Facility. Performances, poetry, storytelling,
food sampling and other activities highlight
the event. It’s free and open to the commu-
nity. For information, call 723-7743.
Santa’s Mail Bag
The 354th Operational Support Squadron
Weather Flight at Eielson Air Force Base,
Alaska, is now accepting “Dear Santa” let-
ters. Visit the Yongsan Garrison Web site’s
announcements section for details.
Reflective Vests Required
A reflective vest is required on any military
installation when biking, running or jogging
any time of the day. Think Safety!
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Garrison offers
options to enjoy
Thanksgiving meal
YONGSAN GARRISON — U.S. Army
Garrison-Yongsan offers no shortage of
opportunities to enjoy a Thanksgiving meal
Nov. 22, in or out of the house.
Garrison dining facilities
Garrison dining facilities offer a
Thanksgiving meal for $5.90 per person
for officers, military personnel on BAS,
DOD civilians, and guests. Children 6 and
younger dine at no cost, and spouses and
other family members of enlisted members
E-1 through E-4 will be charged $5.
The dining facilities open on Thanksgiving
are Three Kingdoms Inn, Camp Coiner, K-
16 Air Base, Madison Site, and Yongin.
Townhouse Food Court
The American Eastery at the Town
House Food Court has two special offers.
For $59.99, a complete Thanksgiving
meal for 12-15 people is available for take-
out. It includes turkey, mashed potatoes,
vegetables, pumpkin pie, plus trimmings.
Those dining in can enjoy a meal for $7.49
per person.
Main Post Club
The Main Post Club will offer turkey
or ham meals to go from as low as $69.95,
serving up to 10 people. Call in advance to
place an order.
Commiskey’s
A Thanksgiving buffet is from 10:30 a.m.
-3:30 p.m. for $16.95 for adults and $7.95
for children 6-10 years old.
From 4-9 p.m., a dinner plate is $10.95
for adults and $5.95 for children 6-10.
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(Left) Boy and Girl
Scouts carry a
wreath to lay at the
8th Army War Memo-
rial during a Veter-
ans Day ceremony
Nov. 11. (Below left)
Lt. Col. Steve Lee,
representing the
U.S. Embassy in
Korea, lays a wreath
on behalf of the U.S.
ambassador. — U.S.
Army photos by Pfc.
Im Jin-min
Honoring veterans
USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs who have died in battle, and certainly many
of us here, wounded in battle.”
YONGSAN GARRISON — Community He said the United States has had 12
members honored America’s veterans during major wars and many other encounters with
a ceremony at the 8th Army War Memorial one single goal in mind: “set conditions
Nov. 11. for freedom and democracy, ensure those
Gen. B.B. Bell, Commander of U.S. Forces conditions are set, that they last, and
Korea and Combined Forces Command, was protect our citizens so that our children and
the guest speaker for the event. grandchildren can grow and proper in liberty.
“It is a solemn day,” he said in his remarks. That’s why our veterans are so important and
“Because we do indeed recognize not just vital to our constitution. Our veterans have
those of us who are still living, but those of us never let us down.”
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The Army has made the process of
getting you through the door to a degree
fairly simple – you just need to give the
time and effort.
Even though we set aside a week
to provide special recognition of the
importance of education, pursuing higher
education should be embraced year-round.
The cost of time and book money is nominal;
the payoff is absolutely priceless.

Combined PAID ADVERTISING

Federal
Campaign
YONGSAN GARRISON — Garrison officials continue to track
participation in the Combined Federal Campaign-Overseas.
As of Nov. 14, 80.8 percent of USAG-Yongsan had been
contacted, with $284,739.09 donated.
“We’re on target to exceed our expectations,” said Steven Carpenter,
USAG-Yongsan Human Resources director.
The Garrison also held a CFC extravaganza Nov. 15 from 6-9 p.m. at
Seoul American High School to continue educating community members
on the importance of CFC donations.
The annual fund drive ends Nov. 30. Last year, Yongsan’s total donation
was $361,777.60.
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Commissaries remove recalled frozen pizzas from shelves

Consumers advised to check products against list of items identified for recall
USFK Veterinary Food Inspectors and DeCA personnel have identified and recalled Jeno’s and Totino’s Frozen Meat Pizzas produced by General Mills potentially contaminated
with E-Coli O157:H7 in commissaries on the Korean peninsula. Both items have been removed from commissary shelves as a safety precaution. The recalled products found in
commissaries on the peninsula are listed below. Consumers should check for these products at home against this list. These items must be returned to the commissary from which it
was purchased for a refund or should be disposed of immediately.
No cases of Salmonella infections from food have been reported on the peninsula. Veterinary Food Inspectors and DeCA personnel were rapidly notified by the US Army Veteri-
nary Command of these potentially contaminated food items and responded immediately to remove them from commissary shelves. Risk of foodborne Salmonella infection remains
low as long as consumers identify any contaminated food they may have purchased and return it to the commissary or dispose of it.

Recalled Products Found at AAFES and DeCA Commissary

Product Name / Est. # Product Size UPC Code Production Dates/Identifying Codes
Jeno’s Crisp ‘ N Tasty Pizza, Pepperoni 6.8 oz. 35300-00572 “EST. 7750” as well as “best if used by” date on or before “02 APR 08 WS”
Jeno’s Crisp ‘ N Tasty Pizza, Combination Sausage & Pepperoni 7.0 oz. 35300-00576 “EST. 7750” as well as “best if used by” date on or before “02 APR 08 WS”
Totino’s The Original Crisp Crust Party Pizza Pepperoni. 10.2 oz. 42800-11400 “EST. 7750” as well as “best if used by” date on or before “02 APR 08 WS”
Totino’s The Original Crisp Crust Party Pizza, Combination
Sausage & Pepperoni Pizza 10.7 oz. 42800-11600 “EST. 7750” as well as “best if used by” date on or before “02 APR 08 WS”

Available photo of the recalled items: http://www.fsis.usda.gov/News_&_Events/Recall_049_2007_Release/index.asp

Be aware of hazardous identifying the treatment protocol. Snakes

snakes found in Korea
18th MEDCOM
Four species of poisonous snakes exist
in South Korea. Recently a Servicemem-
ber was bitten by a pit-viper snake (also
known as “mamushi” or “sal-mo-sa”) at his
off-post residence while clearing brush. He
was evacuated to an off-post hospital and
the snake was confirmed to be poisonous.
He killed the snake and took it with him to
the emergency room. The hospital treated
the individual with anti-venom. Taking
the snake to the hospital was essential to
are generally afraid of humans and sight-
ings are rarely reported by U.S. Forces per-
sonnel in Korea.
Do: Use caution when turning over rocks
or firewood; Stay out of tall grass and re-
main on hiking paths as much as possible;
Watch where you step and where you sit
when outdoors; When walking in tall grass
and heavy underbrush areas, wear protec-
tive clothing such as high top boots; Seek
medical attention immediately.
All snakebites require immediate medi-
cal attention. Transport a snakebite victim
to a medical treatment facility immediately,
even if only suspected.
Don’t: Don’t handle a snake, even if you
think it is dead. A recently-killed snake
may still bite by reflex; Don’t keep poison-
ous snakes as pets; Don’t put sleeping bag
near piles of brush, tall grass, or trees where
snakes are known to live and nest; Avoid
sleeping on the ground whenever possible;
Don’t panic if a snakebite does occur. Ap-
ply a bandage, but do not restrict circula-
tion.
Antivenin available at the following loca-
tions:
Area I: Ilsan Paik Hospital - western cor-
ridor and Area II St. Marys Uijeongbu -
CRC Jackson, Stanley and Casey.
Area II: Ewha Woman’s University Hos-
pital (Mokdong only, not Dongdaemun);
Severance Hospitals (both Yongdong and
Shinchon);
St. Mary’s Hospital (Kangnam only, not
Yeoido
Area III: Dankook University Hospital -
Camp Humphreys;;Ajou University Hos-
pital - Camp Humphreys, Eagle & Long
plus Osan AB; Wonju Christian Hospital
- Camps Eagle & Long
Area IV: Kwangju Christian Hospital
- Kwangju;Yeungnam University Medi-
cal Center - Daegu; Dongsan Medical
Center - Daegu; Dong-eui Medical Cen-
ter - Busan; Kumi Cha General Hospital
- Camp Carroll
For more information contact 18th
MEDCOM, Preventive Medicine at DSN
736-3025, or (02) 7916-3025
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Servicemembers Civil Relief Act helps Soldiers save

by Cpt. Holly B. Nostrant
USAG–H Consolidated Legal Center
The Servicemembers Civil Relief
Act provides great protections for
Servicemembers. In some cases, spouses
also receive these protections. The 6%
interest cap is one of the most commonly
invoked SCRA protections. If you qualify,
this protection can save you money. Even if
it doesn’t apply, you may be able to help out
someone else by telling them about it. After
reading this article, if you have additional
questions or want to know more about other
SCRA protections, please contact a legal
assistance office.
Who qualifies for the 6% interest cap?
All Servicemembers on active duty. If the
servicemember and spouse are both liable for
the debt, the spouse is protected too.
What types of obligations can receive
the 6% interest cap? Most pre-service
obligations. For example, car loans, private
student loans, personal loans, credit cards,
mortgages and more are eligible.
Are any types of obligations excluded?
Yes. Any obligation incurred after you
enter active-duty is excluded. Also, federally
guaranteed student loans (Perkins, Stafford,
and Parent PLUS Loans) are excluded,
even if you incurred them before going on
active- duty.
How do I request the 6% interest cap?
It’s simple! You only have to send the
creditor two things: (1) written notice and
(2) a copy of your active duty orders.
What does the creditor do when my
request is received? The creditor must
do three things. First, the creditor must
immediately reduce the interest rate to
6%. If the creditor does not believe that
your military Service materially affects
your ability to pay, they have the burden
of proving otherwise. Second, the creditor
must forgive any interest greater than 6%.
Third, the creditor must reduce the amount
of your monthly payment to reflect the
new interest rate. For example, James has
a private student loan with a 10% interest
rate. He joins the Army and invokes the
SCRA. His creditor must forgive the extra
4% interest and lower his monthly payment.
The SCRA strictly prohibits the creditor
from accelerating payment of the principal,
i.e. keeping your monthly payment the same
and using the excess to reduce the amount
you owe on the loan.
When does the 6% interest cap take
effect? On the date you entered active duty!
This is true even if you wait a while to notify
the creditor. For example, Jane entered
active- duty on Feb. 1, 2007. Before she
entered active duty, she took out a personal
loan at 8% interest. From February through
July, Jane attended basic training and AIT.
Jane did not request the 6% interest cap
until July 23, 2007, after she reported to her
first duty station in Korea. Upon which date
does the 6% interest begin – Feb. 1, 2007 or
July 23, 2007? The answer is Feb. 1, 2007.
The extra 2% in interest that Jane paid from
Feb. 1 until July 23 should be credited to
her account and reduce the amount she owes
on the loan.
Why should I care? You will save money!
Even if you are not eligible, you may be
able to help out a friend, co-worker or
subordinate receive assistance. For example,
Joe took out a car loan for $20,000 at 9%
interest for 4 years on April 1, 2007. On
May 1, 2007, Joe entered the Army and
requested the 6% interest cap. As a result,
Joe will save $28 per month in interest.
While this does not sound like a lot, over
the course of the loan Joe will save $1,344
in interest.
How can a legal assistance attorney help?
We can determine if you qualify for the 6%
interest cap. We also can help you write a
letter to the creditor. Additionally, we can
advise and assist you if the creditor refuses
to grant you relief. Therefore, if you believe
that you are eligible for the 6% interest cap,
please schedule an appointment with a legal
assistance office.
What should I bring with me once I have
an appointment? Any documentation that
you have about the obligation. A billing
statement or original loan document is great,
but at a minimum we will need to know the
following: (1) creditor name, (2) creditor
mailing address, and (3) information about
the obligation (type, balance, and current
interest rate).
Like all other SCRA protections, you
must be proactive to receive the 6% interest
cap. Creditors will not magically know
that you entered active-duty and that the
SCRA now applies to you. Therefore, you
should examine all of your obligations to
see if you might be eligible to receive the
6% interest cap.

Overseas Housing Allowance and Move-In Expenses survey needs you!

Special to The Morning Calm Weekly OHA Utility/MIHA Survey in PDF format is available on the 175th FMC website.
OHA is a valuable entitlement for Servicemembers stationed overseas. The time and

T
he Annual Overseas Housing Allowance and Utility and Move-In Expenses Sur-
vey for Korea is underway and will continue through Dec. 7.
Annually, the Per Diem Travel and Transportation Allowance Committee
conducts a survey to collect utility and recurring maintenance expense data from
Servicemembers who receive OHA. PDTATAC uses this data to compute OHA Utility
and Recurring Maintenance Allowances, as well as, Move-In Expenses for Servicemembers
worldwide.
All Servicemembers in Korea who reside off-post and receive OHA should take the
survey via the 175th Financial Management Center website.It may be taken at work or at
home, if you have the necessary security required for use of your home center. A sample
effort spent answering the questions enables the Department of Defense to set equitable
OHA utility and MIHA rates. To complete the survey, respondents should review actual
bills or records of their utility and maintenance expenses for the last twelve months. A
monthly average for the utility and maintenance portion will be required. Respondents
whose utilities are included in their rent are not required to report the actual monthly
average of utility bills because a monthly flat rate utility supplement is already included
in their OHA.
For the MIHA portion of the survey, respondents should identify expenses associated
with making their residence livable. Examples of MIHA items to report are included in
the survey briefings found on the 175th FMC website.

November 16-22

Today Saturday Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday

Casey Mr. Woodcock Halloween Mr. Woodcock Illegal Tender Resident Evil Halloween Mr. Woodcock
730-7354 (PG13) 8:30 p.m. (R) 8:30 p.m. (PG13) 8:30 p.m. (R) 7:30 p.m. (R) 7:30 p.m. (R) 7:30 p.m. (PG13) 7:30 p.m.
Henry Resident Evil Dan in Real Life Dan in Real Life Mr. Woodcock No Show No Show No Show
768-7724 (R) 7 p.m.. (PG13) 7 p.m. (PG13) 7 p.m. (PG13) 7 p.m.
Humphreys Bee Movie Halloween Halloween Mr. Woodcock Mr. Woodcock Resident Evil Resident Evil
753-7716 (PG) 6:30 p.m. (R) 9 p.m. (R) 9 p.m. (PG13) 9 p.m. (PG13) 9 p.m. (R) 9 p.m. (R) 9 p.m.
Hovey Resident Evil Bourne Ultimatum Rescue Dawn Mr. Woodcock Halloween Mr. Woodcock Resident Evil
730-5412 (R) 7 p.m. (PG13) 7 p.m. (PG13) 7 p.m. (PG13) 7 p.m. (R) 7 p.m. (PG13) 7 p.m. (R) 7 p.m.
Kunsan 30 Days of Night 30 Days of Night Resident Evil No Show No Show No Show Resident Evil
782-4987 (R) 8:30 p.m. (R) 8:30 p.m. (R) 8:30 p.m. (R) 6 p.m.
Osan Fred Claus Fred Claus Resident Evil We Own the Night We Own the Night Illegal Tender 3:10 to Yuma
784-4930 (PG) 7 p.m. (PG) 7 p.m. (R) 8:30 p.m.. (R) 7 p.m. (R) 7 p.m. (R) 7 p.m. (R) 7 p.m.
Red Cloud Mr. Woodcock Mr. Woodcock Resident Evil Mr. Woodcock Halloween No Show Fred Claus
732-6620 (PG13) 9 p.m. (PG13) 9 p.m. (R) 7 p.m. (PG13) 7 p.m. (R) 7 p.m. (PG) 7 p.m.
Stanley Halloween Mr. Woodcock Halloween Resident Evil No Show Fred Claus Mr. Woodcock
732-5565 (R) 6 p.m. (PG13) 7 p.m. (R) 7 p.m. (R) 7 p.m. (PG) 7 p.m. (PG13) 7 p.m.
Fred Claus Fred Claus Mr. Woodcock Mr. Woodcock Halloween Halloween Wonder Emporium
Yongsan I
(PG) 8:30 p.m. (PG) 8 p.m. (PG13) 8 p.m. (PG13) 7 p.m. (R) 7 p.m. (R) 7 p.m. (G) 7 p.m.
Evan Almighty Evan Almighty Evan Almighty Resident Evil Resident Evil The Invasion Wonder Emporium
Yongsan II (PG) 6:30 p.m. (PG) 6:30 p.m. (PG) 6:30 p.m. (R) 6 p.m. (R) 6 p.m. (PG13) 6 p.m. (G) 7 p.m.
Yongsan III Stardust Bratz Bratz Illegal Tender Illegal Tender Rush Hour 3 Wonder Emporium
738-7389 (PG13) 6:30 p.m. (PG) 6:30 p.m. (PG) 6:30 p.m. (R) 6 p.m. (R) 6 p.m. (PG13) 6 p.m. (G) 7 p.m.
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Area IV Worship Services Start small, love big: helping our ‘neighbors’
by Chaplain (Capt.) Kim, Eun Soo State House of Representatives in 1993-94, and later
Protestant Services 501st Special Troops Battalion became a State Senator in Olympia, Washington.
Collective Sunday 1000 Camp Carroll Senator Shin was a Korean homeless kid who
Sunday 1030 Camp Walker
“Who is my neighbor?” That is the question posed didn’t even know how to write ABC’s. But because of
Sunday 1030 Camp Henry
Sunday 1245 Camp Walker to Jesus by an unnamed lawyer, which Christ answered the help of the Good Samaritan named Dr. Ray Paull
Sunday 1300 Camp Carroll in the parable of the Good Samaritan. He showed that who brought him out of nowhere, providing loving
our neighbor does not mean merely one of the church home, family and education, Shin was able to become
Church of Christ 1700 Camp Walker or faith to which we belong. It has no reference to race, a U.S. Senator.
Collective Friday 1900 Camp Walker color, or class distinction. Our neighbor is every person Our Battalion has a Good Neighbor Program with a
Korean Tuesday 1900 Camp Carroll who needs our help. local Samsungwon orphanage. The orphanage is located
Korean Wednesday 1830 Camp Walker Recently I read about Paull Shin, an uneducated in Gumi city and currently a home to ninety children,
Korean Thursday 1100 Camp Hialeah kid who used to wander the streets of Seoul, but who aged eighteen months to twenty. Every other month we
later became a State Senator in Olympia, Washington. go to the orphanage. But sometimes I wonder if our visit
Catholic Mass
Saturday 1700 Camp Walker When the Korean War erupted in 1950, Shin was an is really helping them in any way, since what we do is
Sunday 0900 Camp Walker impoverished youth, having no home and no place to just small things, such as delivering donations, holding
Sunday 1130 Camp Carroll go. So he began working as a houseboy for U.S. Army birthday parties, and playing with the kids. But, here is
officers stationed in South Korea and it was there that he the encouragement: Jesus said in Matthew 25, “I was
Additional Programs met Dr. Ray Paull, a U.S. Army dentist, who genuinely hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty
Bible and Bagels cared for him and later adopted him. In 1954 Shin and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger
Tuesday 0630 Camp Walker Chapel Annex was brought to America, and studied for a high school and you invited me in, I needed clothes and you clothed
Protestant Women of the Chapel graduation qualification examination while sleeping me….I tell you the truth, whatever you did for one of
Tuesday 0930 Walker Chapel Sanctuary
only three hours daily. After passing the GED exam, the least of these brothers of mine, you did it for me.”
Korean Bible Study
Tuesday 1030 Walker Chapel Annex he continued in educational pursuits and earned a And Mother Teresa said, “We can do no great things,
Catholic Women of the Chapel bachelor’s and master’s degree, and later a Ph.D. from just small things with great love.
Saturday 1000 Walker Fellowship Hall the University of Washington. Through his diligence he It is not how much you do, but how much love
Church of Christ Bible Study achieved his dream to become a college professor, and you put into doing it” Let us start small in loving our
Wednesday 1900 Walker Fellowship Hall then went into politics and served in the Washington neighbor.
Ladies Prayer Meeting
Monday
Contemporary Bible Study
1400 Camp Carroll Chapel Sanc.
Yes, we ate it all! Bible and spend hours laughing together.
Seventh grade student leaders conducted the activities
Tuesday 1900 Camp Carroll Chapel Annex
Fridays mean food, fun, faith and J.P. Horton, seventh grader at Osan Middle/High
School, was the Bible study leader. Activities started at 5
USAG - Chaplains
Chaplain (Maj.) Edward Martin, Special to The Morning Calm Weekly p.m. and the fun never stopped! Kids Bible Club Korea
Edward.martin@korea.army.mil, DSN 768-5455 is a weekly club sponsored by Cornerstone Freedom
Chaplain (Capt.) Byung Min, Kids from Kids Bible Club Korea gathered Friday Chapel and meets on Fridays after school in the school
Justin.k.min@korea.army.mil, DSN 765-8991 night, Nov. 9, for their monthly activity and tackled building.
two six foot long sandwiches! More than 30 kids met It is not a school-sponsored activity. Contact Dinah
for the night party to play games, sing songs, study the Tague at 010-6696-7343 for more information.
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Gen. (retired) Gordon Sullivan stands with Holly Chavez her children and her husband Lt. Col John Chavez as the family was recognized as the AUSA Rubbermaid-Irwin Volunteer Family of the
Year at the D.C. Convention Center during 2007 Association of the United States Army Annual Convention. The family won the award for its many hours of community service, even 3-year old
Nicholas and 5-year old Sebastian contributed by frequently visiting a senior living facility near Osan Airbase Korea. Lt. Col Chavez was assigned to 1st Battalion, 43rd Artillery when the family
put in the many hours of service to the community. The family has since moved to Fort Bliss, Texas.

Ceremony honors local family

for community service work
Family logs countless hours of volunteer activities
by Spc. Fay Conroy
October was a big month for the Chavez family. At the annual Association of the United
States Army Convention in Washington D.C. they were recognized for their dedication
to volunteering.
Lt. Col. John Chavez, his wife Amy and their five children, Rosemary, Noelle, John,
Sebastian and Nicholas were named 2007’s AUSA Rubbermaid-Irwin Volunteer Family
of the Year Award.
Chavez was stationed in Suwon with the 1-43 Air Defense Artillery Battalion when
he was nominated.
“Volunteering is an important part of being a member of a community, whether military
or civilian,” said Chavez, “to me and my family there is no better way to become personally
involved with your neighbors than to work side beside them or while helping them.”
While stationed in Korea Chavez also got the Soldiers in his command involved.
“He tried to maximize his Soldiers’ involvement, so that they could experience Korean
life and Korea culture,” said Capt. Mark Mudrinich, assistant current operations with
Eighth Army G9, “he taught English at three different schools in the Suwon and Songtong
area as did his Soldiers.”
Being personally involved with his neighbors is something took on an unique aspect
during his tour here in Korea.
“In Korea in particular we took advantage of the great Good Neighbor programs and
worked with the Korean in their schools, orphanages, and elderly homes while maintaining
our active stance with religious education and Boy Scouts.”
Even the youngest members of the Chavez family did their part. Sebastian and Nicholas
went to nursing homes to visit with the residents.
The Chavez family has since moved to Fort Bliss, Texas.
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IMCOM-Korea BOSS hosts Mount Sorak Bargain Weekend

Special to The Morning Calm Weekly were in for a surprise early when we pulled in to the hotel and they
discovered that they were going to be staying in the beautiful Hotel
This Veteran’s Day Weekend was filled with a once-in-a-lifetime Maremons located on Sokcho Beach with every room having an
trip to the beautiful Mount Sorak National Park located in the far ocean front view. After settling in at the hotel, the Soldiers were
northeastern portion of Korea. Installation Management Command- able to rest their travel weary muscles at Cheoksan Hot Springs
Korea Better Opportunities for Single and Unaccompanied Soldiers located in downtown Sokcho.
—USAG-Y—
hosted the annual Mt. Sorak BOSS Bargain Weekend which took Day two was a mixture of hiking Mount Sorak, visiting the
41 single and unaccompanied soldiers from all over Korea on a Sinheungsa Temple and the largest Buddha Statue in Korea, and USAG-Y Preseason Men’s
weekend long trip to Mt. Sorak and various other scenic, cultural, visiting the Goseong Unification Observatory located within the Basketball Tournament
and historical tours of the area. Not only did the BOSS Soldiers DMZ. Throughout the tours, the Soldiers were also encouraged SAHS 62 Navy 47
hike the beautiful Mount Sorak, but they were also able to tour the to eat the local Korea cuisine. 41st Sig 47 UNC HG 28
Daepohang Port in Sokcho, see the 38th Parallel, tour Buddhist Day three consisted of touring the Naksansa Temple and Naksan SAHS 61 8th Army A 58
Temples to include Sinheungsa Temple and the 1,300 year old Beach and the return trip home. 94th MP 36 8th Army B 17
Naksansa Temple, the Goseong Unification Observatory in the IMCOM-Korea would like to thank all the Single and Navy 48 18th Med 42
DMZ, and partake in the wonderfully relaxing Cheoksan Hot Unaccompanied Soldiers who signed up to go on this trip. It was Kanakas 38 SAHS 32
Springs in Sokcho. an overwhelming success and we look forward to seeing you on 41st Sig 46 94th MP 45
This trip was a true bargain for the Soldiers of Korea. This trip our next BOSS Bargain Weekend which will be the BOSS Winter 8th Army A 57 UNC HG 35
to Mount Sorak and the outlying areas is a $360 plus value offered Games held in February. Check your local Community Activity Navy 44 8th Army B 29
to the Soldiers of Korea for $99. The Mount Sorak participants Centers soon for more information. 8th Army A 49 94th MP 41
SAHS 64 Navy 46
SAHS 65 8th Army A 48
41st Sig 49 Kanakas 43
SAHS 62 Kanakas 46
SAHS 65 41st Sig 63
41st Sig 54 SAHS 45
League play begins Nov. 18
at Collier Field House.

A 5K Fun Run was conducted in

conjunction with Education Week at
9:30 a.m., Nov. 10
with 187 participants.

A 5K Fun Run was conducted for

Seoul American Middle School
11 a.m., Nov. 10 with 92 participants.

Upcoming Events at Yongsan

10K Roadrace 9:30 a.m., Nov. 17 at

Collier Field House

Yoga Classes
Hannam: Mondays and Wednesdays
at 6 p.m.
Collier Field House: Tuesdays and
Thrusdays 8:30 a.m. and 5:15 p.m.;
Saturdays 9 - 10 a.m.

Spinning Class
Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:15-
6:15 p.m.; Wednesdays from 8-9 p.m.
at Collier Field House

Aerobics Class
Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays,
various times at Collier Field House

Indoor Swimming
Adult Swim Class:
Sundays at 4 p.m., Indoor Pool;
Pool Hours: Weekdays, 6 a.m.- 9 p.m.
Weekends/ Holidays: 10 a.m.- 6 p.m.

For additional information on fitness

classes held at Yongsan Garrison, call
736-4588

Combatives (Korea-wide)
All Soldiers, KATUSAs, D.O.D. and
Civilian contractors (No P3 profiles).
Classes are held every week from 8
a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Friday at the
498th CSSB Combatives Gym, Bldg.
S151, Camp Carroll, Area IV. For more
information, contact 498th CSSB, S3
at 765-8637/1026 or 010-4697-1555
or visit the 498th CSSB website at
http://19esc.korea.army.mil/498th_
CSSB/Home.htm
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USFK, ROK officials reaffirm commitment

to Alliance at groundbreaking ceremony
by Bob McElroy
USAG-H Public Affairs Office

HUMPHREYS GARRISON —United

States and Republic of Korea officials
reaffirmed their commitment to the alliance
and continued American military presence
on the Korean peninsula Tuesday during
the official groundbreaking ceremony for
the U.S. Forces Korea base relocation to the
Pyeongtaek area.
Hosted by the Republic of Korea Ministry
of National Defense on land adjacent
to Humphreys Garrison, the ceremony
included traditional Korean performances,
speeches by U.S. and ROK officials,
presentation of awards and fireworks. About
2,000 people attended the ceremony.
The United States ambassador to the
Republic of Korea Alexander Vershbow and
U.S. Forces Korea Commanding General
B.B. Bell led the American contingent at
the ceremony, joining a host of senior ROK
military officers and civilian officials.
Speaker after speaker reaffirmed
the commitment the U.S. and ROK
governments share to their alliance and its
role as a guarantor of peace and stability in
Korea and Northeast Asia.
Korean President Roh, Moo-hyun sent a
congratulatory message, read by Cha, Sung-
soo, Secretary to the President for Civic and U.S. Forces Korea Commanding General B.B. Bell presents Paengsoeng County Mayor Lee, In-jae and Bae, Yeon-seo, Chairman of the Py-
Social Agenda. eongtaek City Council with USFK Scrolls of Appreciation following his remarks at the groundbreaking ceremony. Bell praised both men for their
Roh praised the work done by U.S. and support of USFK personnel who live and work at Humphreys Garrison. Here he applauds Mayor Lee. — U.S. Army Photos By Bob McElroy.
ROK representatives to develop solutions to
the redeployment of U.S. forces, relocation of Korea,” he added. Korean War.
Yongsan Garrison and wartime operational Roh concluded by affirming the Korean The expansion of Humphreys and
control. Government’s commitment to the success relocation of U.S. Forces Korea here will
“Based on these advancements, the of the U.S. base relocation. help the alliance to grow stronger and help
Korea-U.S. alliance will evolve into a more “For its part the Korean government to secure regional and global peace, Kim
efficient and stronger one, contributing will not spare any effort to make sure that said.
to peace and prosperity on the Korean the construction of the new base progresses Vershbow praised the ROK-U.S. alliance,
Peninsula and in Northeast Asia as well,” without discrepancy.” noting that working closely together to keep
Roh wrote. Korean minister of National Defense, the peace has enhanced the natural friendship
The expanded Humphreys Garrison Kim, Jang-soo followed and echoed the between the Korean and American people.
“…will serve as a cornerstone in further themes of Roh’s message, especially the “I can think of no more fitting future
developing the Korea-U.S. alliance. It will strength of the ROK-U.S. alliance which, role for this great Alliance than for it to
guarantee the stability of U.S. Forces in he said, was “secured in blood” during the help secure peace in the region for the next
generation to come. That is why we are
working together. Our Alliance was forged
in war, but our paramount goal is and has
always been to keep peace,” Vershbow said.
“I believe that our shared commitment to U.S. Ambassador to Korea Alexander Versh-
the defense of peace and freedom is as solid bow delivered remarks at the ceremony.
as ever because the bonds between us as commitment to the alliance’s transformation
allies, as partners, and as friends, are truly efforts.
unbreakable,” he concluded. Bell also thanked the government
Bell called the groundbreaking ceremony and citizens of Gyeonggi Province and
“…a moment that will powerfully shape our Pyeongtaek City, saying that they have
Alliance for the future. made U.S. personnel feel like members of
“This historic moment says to all Koreans their family.
and Americans, as well as to our mutual “You have welcomed us with open
friends and potential adversaries, that the arms and we are excited about being Good
Republic of Korea desires a long-term Neighbors and Good Ambassadors on
military alliance with the United States, behalf of the United States of America here
to maintain US military forces on the at the Humphreys Garrison,” Bell said.
peninsula. It also says as a valued and As he concluded his remarks Bell stressed
trusted ally, the United States will continue the commitment to the ROK-US alliance
to sustain and nurture this alliance as long both countries share.
Pyeongtaek City Mayor Song, Myeong-ho presented Certificates of Honorary Citizenship to as we are welcome and wanted in this “From this moment, we will go together
Philip and LaVita Vincent during the official groundbreaking ceremony for the USFK Base land, throughout the 21st Century and into the future. Our motto in Combined
Relocation to Pyeongtaek held in the USAG Humphreys area on Tuesday. The Vincents are beyond,” he said. Bell thanked Minister of Forces Command is “We Go Together --
Department of the Army Civilians who work at Humphreys Garrison. National Defense Kim for his leadership and Katchi Kapshida.”
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USAG Humphreys Army Family

Covenant Signing Ceremony
Postponed
At the request of Senior Army Leaders to
allow for their participation, the Humphreys’
Army Family Covenant Signing Ceremony
is postponed until further notice. An an-
nouncement with the new date and time will
be released to the local community follow-
ing notification from higher headquarters.

Virtues Volunteers Needed

at USO Korea
The Virtues English Program allows ac-
tive-duty service members to volunteer two
Saturdays per month (second and fourth- Everyone loves Seuss. Chaplain Kyle Taylor read a classic Dr. Seuss story with great enthu-
Saturday). Being a volunteer for the Virtues
siasm. Sixth Grader Kayla Pickett and her father as well as many other students and parents
English classes will help to satisfy your
Good Neighbor Program requirement. For
enjoyed hearing it. (right) Joan Islas, Humphreys American Elementary School principal, chose
more information, call Mi-Hwa and Minna a patriotic theme during her read aloud, reading Where is Home?, a book about the transient
at 724-7781. life of Army families and America. — Photos By Diane Hobler.

U.S. Army Reservists

Wanted
The 343rd Support Center, USAG Hum-
phreys, is seeking Soldiers interested in
continuing to serve in the U.S. Army Re-
serves. Train one weekend a month and
14 days in the summer and continue to re-
ceive many of the benefits of serving on ac-
tive duty. Contact Richard Scott, 753-8634,
ScottRW@korea.army.mil for additional
information.
Please send us Stories and Photos
To submit info for publishing in The Morn-
ing Calm Weekly, USAG Humphreys com-
mon pages, call 754-6132, 8847 or 8598.
Or e-mail andre.butler@korea.army.mil.
Humphreys and
Area III
Thanksgiving
Meal Hours
USAG Humphreys
2nd CAB
Breakfast - 6 - 7 a.m.
Lunch - 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Dinner - 4 - 5:30 p.m.
194th CSSB
Breakfast - 6 - 7 a.m.
Lunch - 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Dinner - 3:30 - 5 p.m.
Parents, teachers initiate Family Fun
Night for area children to enjoy
by Diane Hobler
HAES Librarian
HUMPHREYS GARRISON —The
HAES Parent Teacher Organization initiated
their new Family Fun Night program with
Family Reading Night during the first
quarter of the school year.
They invited community leaders to come
to school and read stories to families.
Students were pleased to have people
they recognized from outside the school
share their love of reading.
The PTO also kept both the book fair
and the HAES School Library open until 8
p.m. for students and their parents to enjoy
together. The reading night was one of the
many ways the HAES PTO supports and
encourages reading at the school.
They plan to organize activities at least
one night each quarter to provide some
extra fun for families and encourage a
strong school community. Thanks PTO for USAG Humphreys Fire Chief Anthony Marra encouraged students to participate in a discussion
everything you do for HAES. of the Froggy book he read during Family Reading Night.

527th MI Bn.
Breakfast - 6 - 7 a.m.
Lunch - 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Dinner - 4 - 5:30 p.m.

249th MP Det.
Breakfast - 7 - 8 a.m.
Lunch - Noon - 1:30 p.m.
Dinner - 5 - 6 p.m.

Wonju
Camp Long
Breakfast - 7 - 8 a.m.
Lunch - 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Dinner - 3:30 - 5 p.m.

Camp Eagle
1-2nd Aviation
Breakfast - 6 - 7 a.m.
Lunch - 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Dinner - 4 - 5:30 p.m.

Suwon Air Base

1-7th Air Defense Artillery
Breakfast - 7 - 8 a.m.
Lunch - 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Dinner - 4 - 5:30 p.m.
Fifth Grader Alex Meyer assisted Second Grader Michael Reyn-
After listening to some stories from the guest readers, Michael and Robert olds in searching for books on the library computer system. Both
Sherrod and their parents browsed the library together and checked out boys, along with many other children, visited the library during
some books to take home. Family Reading Night.
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Air Defense Artillery conducts live-fire exercise

by Andre Butler
USAG-H Public Affairs Office

CHLOMAE — The 2nd Infantry Division newest air

defenders received hands on training with the Avenger Air
Defense Missile System during “Sea Strike 2007” Nov. 8 at
Cholmae, Daecheon Beach.
Echo Battery, 1st Battalion 43rd Air Defense Artillery,
deployed 104 warfighters to Cholmae range site to validate
their weapons system.
“We are here certifying our crews,” said Capt. Anthony
E. Douglas, Battery E, commander.
“This live-fire exercise gives us the opportunity to validate
our wartime capabilities of engaging and destroying aerial
enemy targets,” Douglas said.
The unit’s primary mission is to provide surface to air
defense for the Division during battlefield operations.
“We provide early warning and air defense to 2ID assets,”
said Sgt. Larry D. Goodman, an Avenger team member and
team chief for 1-43rd.
“We enable them to do their jobs on the ground without
worrying about air strikes from opposing forces,” Goodman This Avenger takes a shot at an aerial target Nov. 8 at Cholmae, Daecheon Beach. The 1-43rd ADA took part Sea Strike 2007 in
said. order to certify 18 Avenger Air Defense Missile System crews. — U.S. Army Photo By Kim, Youn-chan.
“This gives them the freedom to maneuver.” 1-43rd, is not Goodman’s gunner, but this is Lopez‘s first situations.”
This mission for the battery is important and unit time experiencing what his unit is capable of during war. “Training is very important and I take it very seriously,”
members take pride in their operations – considering they “This is good training,” said Lopez. he said.
are the only warfighters on the peninsula who can perform “This is my first exercise and it has been great seeing how Even though Sanchez may come across as a little tough,
their duties. “We are the only short-range air defense unit our systems fire,” he said. the rewards of such training far outweigh his meticulous
in the United States Army in Korea,” Douglas said. Another of 1-43rd’s noncommissioned officers said his leadership type style.
“And we are the only ones who can do our job,” he overall mission is to train warfighters such as Lopez. “It’s nothing like watching gunners fire for the first time.
said. “I’m all about training Soldiers,” said Staff Sgt. Marcus It’s something great,” Sanchez said.
For some of the Soldiers in the 1-43rd, this is the Sanchez, an Avenger section sergeant for 1-43rd. “During exercises like these, we are showing our young
first exercise they’ve had the chance to see how the unit’s “I like molding new Soldiers into the crew members I gunners our actual capabilities.”
equipment works as well as operate the systems themselves. know they have the potential of being.” Sanchez said. Sanchez also said he enjoys seeing Soldiers getting
“This gives my Soldiers a realistic view of what we do on the “I double check everything my Soldiers do. I’m hard fulfillment out of the job they chose in the Army.
battlefield – especially the new guys,” said Goodman. during training but it’s for a reason.” Sanchez ended Sea Strike 2007 as the “Top Gunner” for
Avenger crew teams consist of two Soldiers – a gunner “This is the equipment we have, and these are our Soldiers 1-43rd. Goodman finished second.
and team chief. Goodman’s gunner has been in the Army if a war was to break out,” Sanchez said. The battery is part of the 210th FIRES Brigade in 2ID.
for a year. “And I teach them that if they don’t take care of these They finished the eight day live fire exercise with 18 crews
Private First Class Henry Lopez, an Avenger crewman for systems – they won’t take care of them during wartime certified.

Humphreys takes more steps toward transformation

Roadways get face-lift, pave way
for future projects
by Stacy A. Ouellette
USAG-H Public Affairs Office

HUMPHREYS GARRISON — The United States

Army Garrison Humphreys Directorate of Public Works
is paving the way for a better future with an ongoing road
repair campaign to keep the installation running as it
transforms.
This campaign is scheduled to conclude in December
2007.
“Even though the installation is now going through a
transformation process it is still imperative that we continue
to maintain the facilities and infrastructure of the existing
installation,” said Mark Cunningham, USAG Humphreys
USAG Humphreys is undergoing road construction through December. — U.S. Army Photo By Stacy A. Ouellette.
Directorate of Public Works construction and inspection
section chief. Road paving projects here are a challenge due allow traffic flow adding some challenges for commuters. Road repairs are an important step for the overall
to the current road system. The majority of the installations Cunningham understands the frustrations of drivers and transformation to improve the current standing here and
1,200 plus acreage is Desiderio Army Airfield, which is need for the projects. prepare for the future.
encircled by Perimeter and Freedom Roads. Additionally, “I do understand your frustrations about the detours The work will improve the safety of the driving
weather and asphalt availability also dictate the window of and closures of the roads for the upgrading of the surfaces. conditions and create less wear and tear on the community’s
opportunity for repairs. All I can ask is for the Humphreys Community is to bear and military vehicles by providing a smooth driving surface,
“Due to the late, year end release of funds for the projects, with us as we try to make the installation a better place to Cunningham said. Planners do their best to arrange repaving
we are trying to complete as may of the roadway sections as be,” said Cunningham. and other needed maintenance projects are times when they
possible before the weather changes. Korean Asphalt plants The DPW team also goes to great measures to keep the will cause the least negative impact.
close after the first freeze making it impossible to continue,” community informed and aware of upcoming projects to Recently, DPW completed another road paving project
said Cunningham. ensure drivers are able to avoid high volume construction after duty hours and during the long, holiday weekend since
These roads must be repaired one section at a time to areas through the command channel and press releases. traffic volumes would be lower.

Daegu community shows appreciation for
military retirees’ contributions Nov. 10
by Ronald Inman
USAG Daegu Public Affairs
CAMP WALKER — United States Army
Garrison Daegu got a jump on Veterans Day
with its own tribute to those who have
served our nation, hosting a Military Retiree
Appreciation Day event Nov. 10.
Over 250 retirees and their families
received the gratitude of a grateful
community in a variety of forms, from free
medical and dental exams for retirees at
Camp Walker’s Wood and Bodine clinics
to on-site services at Kelly Gym for retirees
and family members such as blood pressure,
cholesterol and vision checks, flu shots,
legal services and information booths for
a variety of organizations, ranging from
the Directorate of Emergency services (fire
safety pamphlets and smoke detectors) to the
Association of the U.S Army (membership
and benefits information).
Attendees enjoyed a delicious buffet
lunch of barbecued chicken and ribs with
all the trimmings and a selection of pies,
thanks to generous donations by a host of
private organizations which paid for the
meal prepared by Daegu’s Morale, Welfare
and Recreation directorate.
“Without the generous support of
private organizations, the events would
not have been such a success,” said Steve
Davis, USAG Daegu’s Human Resources
and Community Activities manager, the
even’ts action officer and a U.S. Army retiree.
Veterans in attendance ranged from 38 to 80
years of age, with military service spanning
from the Second World War to Operations
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Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom.
The day truly was a cooperative effort
as many command and community
organizations directly contributed to its
success. Plans, Training Mobilization
and Support, Human Resources, Morale,
Welfare and Recreation, Logistics,
Emergency Ser vices, USAG Daegu
Headquarters Company, Civilian Personnel
Advisory Center, 168th Medical Battalion,
618th Dental Company, AAFES and
the Commissary all donated services or
materials.
Throughout the day, raffles were held for
a variety of prizes. Those in attendance had a
chance to win digital cameras, DVD players,
sound systems, camcorders or digital picture
frames - if they had the right ticket number.
In addition, numerous coupons were given
away for free brunch, lunch or dinner at
MWR dining facilities at USAG Daegu.
Each retiree received a commemorative
bag containing a hat, coffee cup and pin as a
way of thanking them for their service.
Appropriately enough for an event
recognizing military veterans, planning
and conduct for the event began several
months before, with garrison organizations
working cooperatively to ensure mission
success. The vets would have expected
nothing less, and the community did not
let them down.
“I come every year,” said Robert
Hattendorf. “It’s just a fun thing with me,
and I can get my flu shot and different little
things that you don’t quite get all year long.
I joined the U.S. Air Force in 1952. I retired
in 1972. My first time in Korea was 1961
Military retirees register with Soldiers of USAG Daegu’s Headquarters Company upon entering
Kelly Gym for Military Retiree Appreciation Day 2007. — U.S. Army Photo By Ronald Inman
at Osan Air Base. It’s a fun day and I’m
enjoying myself.”
Some of the organizational representatives
present were veterans helping their fellow
veterans.
Sharon Quigley, nurse practitioner at
the Wood Clinic and a military retiree,
was one of them. “This is exciting to see,”
she said of Military Retiree Appreciation
Day. “It’s a nice place for them to get
their shots, to get their blood pressure
and cholesterol screened, so I think this
is really good for them. I think it’s a great
opportunity.”
Burke Stankiewicz, 80, also assisted his
fellow veterans at the event as an AAFES
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representative - and was the oldest retiree
present.
“I was in the Army in 1945, until they
formed the Air Force,” he said. “I went in
the Air Force in 1947. In the Army I was
an infantryman. In the Air Force I was with
B-29s, and later in the supply field. I went
over to the European theater, and ended up
in the Azores, working with the 95th port
platoon. My infantry platoon was mostly
basic [training]. I retired March 1, 1976,
and I’ve been working with AAFES since
then.”
“It makes me feel proud,” Stankiewicz
said, “not only for myself but for all the other
guys who people are recognizing.”
Human rights
supported by
U.S. Soldiers
at Ulsan
(From left) Capt. Joseph Borg, Sgt. Mi-
chael Wells, Sgt. Edward Broadnax,
Staff Sgt. Jeremy Logan, Capt. Audrey
Smith and Sgt. Kiyoko Allen pose with
their medals before the finish line. Some
Soldiers from Camp Carroll participated
in the Ulsan Marathon held Nov. 4. All
the Soldiers who raced in the Ulsan
Marathon have run several prior. Each
member contributed greatly to the explo-
sive energy felt during and after the race.
Everyone was excited to finish and be
part of a Korean race to support human
rights. It was a good cause to go out and
support the community but to put a face
to positive activities by Soldiers. Not only
was it a race that took them on a journey
of at least 10K, it was a cultural experi-
ence as well. — U.S. Army Photo By Pfc.
Ko Dong-hyun
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A+ Class
There will be an A+ Class Nov. 26 – 30 at the
United States Army Garrison Daegu Infor-
mation Center. This course is open to Army
Personnel, DA and KGS Civilians working in
the IT/IA field. For information or registration,
call Mr. Leo Kelley at 764-5069.

Emergency Placement Care Provider

The USAG Daegu community is in need of
EPC Providers, previously known as Fos-
ter Care families. Get more information on
becoming certified by contacting the Family
Advocacy EPC Program. For information,
call Tiana Marratta at 768-8090.

Holiday Gift Wrapping Fundraiser

Taegu Spouses’ Association sponsors
the Holiday Gift Wrapping Fundraiser 11
a.m. – PX closing Nov. 23 – 25, Dec. 1
– 2 and Dec. 8 – 24. Applications are avail-
able at the Apple Tree Gift shop or Kelly. International Christian School Pyeongtaek players and coaches make strategy to defeat Yongsan International School Nov. 8 at Kelly Gym. U.S.
gemin@us.army.mil until Nov. 20. Time Army Photo By Cpl. Na Kyung-chul
slots will be filled once all applications are

Far East Girls compete for

received. Come earn money for your orga-
nization. For information, contact at kelly.
gemin@us.army.mil or at 010-8671-7042.

USA Girl Scouts Overseas Program
If you are interested in registering your
daughter in the USA Girl Scouts Overseas
Program, please contact in Daegu Ms.
LaTondra Anderson at 011-9857-6638 or
email at Imanderson0515@yahoo.com, in
Seoul Mrs. Shelly Matautia at 011-9883-
6239 or email at matautia@kornet.com;
and in Pyeongtaek and Osan Mrs. Caro-
line Schultz at 010-8694-4166 or email at
pyeongtaekgirlscouts@gmail.com.
Maximum Speed Limit Reduction
Effective Nov. 5, the maximum speed
limit will change on designated roads at
Camp Henry and Camp Walker during
physical fitness training, which is nor-
mally conducted from 5:30 – 7:30 a.m.,
Monday – Friday, the maximum speed
limit will be 25KPH. Signs are currently
being posted to alert all drivers to the
speed reduction. The speed reduction
is being made in the interest of safety
for the Soldiers who use the roadway to
conduct daily fitness training. Drivers are
reminded that the speed limit must be
reduced further to 15KPH, when passing
troop formations on the roadway. Viola-
tors will be stopped and cited by military
police as necessary. For information, call
Mr. Lowe at 764-4167.
Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
Area IV Chaplain Unit Ministry Team
sponsors the Christmas tree lighting cer-
emony 6 p.m. Nov. 27 in front of Camp
Walker Chapel. Come out and celebrate
in the spirit joyfulness.
Thanksgiving Ecumenical
Prayers Service
There will be Thanksgiving Ecumenical
Prayers Service 7 p.m. Nov. 21 at Camp
Walker Memorial Chapel. For informa-
tion, call Sgt. Midine Beauvais at 764-
5534.
volleyball championship
by Cpl. Na Kyung-chul
USAG Daegu Public Affairs
CAMP WALKER – Daegu American
School and the Daegu community hosted
the 2007 Class “A” Far East Girls’ Volleyball
Tournament Nov. 5 - 9. Camp Walker’s Kelly
Gym and Camp George’s Daegu American
School Gym were full of enthusiastic
volleyball players and cheering onlookers
during the competition to decided the top
squad in the region.
“It gives me great pleasure to welcome
each one of the 2007 Class “A” Far East
Girls’ Volleyball Tournament players,” said
Col. Michael P. Saulnier, United States Army
Garrison Daegu commander. “It is our
privilege not only to host this great event but
to participate as spectators, watching some
of the best female high school volleyball
players in the Far East.”
“It is my hope that this year’s tournament
will continue in the spirit of the past
tournament,” said Keith Henson, principal of
Daegu Elementary School and High School.
“The Class “A” Girls’ Volleyball tournament
provides an excellent opportunity for
students to build self-esteem, character and
pride while experiencing team success.”
12 teams including the Daegu American
School Warriors, Osan American School
Cougars, Korea International School
Phoenix, Yongsan International School,
Global Vision Christian School, and
International Christian School Pyeongtaek
from the Republic of Korea, the E.J. King
Cobras, M.C. Perry Samurai, International
School of the Sacred Heart, Kyoto
International University Academy from
Japan, the Faith Academy Vanguards from
the Republic of the Philippines and the
Morrison Mustangs from Taiwan competed
for the honor of the championship title.
The tournament began with an opening
ceremony and welcome dinner Nov. 4 at
the Evergreen Community Club on Camp
Walker.
In the end, the Osan American School
Cougars jubilantly celebrated their victory.
Osan defeated Morrison in three out of
four matches and Celine Baldevia, Osan
American School 11th grader, was honored
as this year’s Most Valuable Player.
“This was the first year for Daegu to
host the Girls’ Volleyball tournament since
2001,” said Michelle Chandler, Daegu
Elementary School and High School
Athletic/Activities Director, “and it was
a great week of volleyball for the girls. Christine Pak, Yongsan International School
The community was very supportive and 9th grader, spikes the ball with avoiding
thanks to the Command for making this a blocker’s hands. — U.S. Army Photo By Park
memorable week for all involved.” Hye-ji

American Red Cross

The American Red Cross holds a class
about CPR, and First Aid for the work-
place 5 - 8 p.m. Dec. 4, 5, and 6 at the
American Red Cross office on Camp
Henry. For information and signing up
call Jimmy Finch at 768-7993.

One of Yongsan International School spikers (right) tries to spike the ball to International Christian School Pyeongtaek’s area Nov. 8 at the Kelly
Gym. At this game, Yongsan International School defeated ICSS. U.S. Army Photo By Cpl. Na Kyung-chul

Thanksgiving day, a feast of bountiful harvest
USAG Daegu Public Affairs
The Pilgrims who sailed to this country
aboard the Mayflower were originally
members of the English Separatist Church
(a Puritan sect). They had earlier fled their
home in England and sailed to Holland (The
Netherlands) to escape religious persecution.
There, they enjoyed more religious tolerance,
but they eventually became disenchanted
with the Dutch way of life, thinking it
ungodly. Seeking a better life, the Separatists
negotiated with a London stock company
to finance a pilgrimage to America. Most of
those making the trip aboard the Mayflower
were non-Separatists, but were hired to
protect the company’s interests. Only about
one-third of the original colonists were
Separatists.
The Pilgrims set ground at Plymouth
Rock on December 11, 1620. Their first
winter was devastating. At the beginning
of the following fall, they had lost 46 of the
original 102 who sailed on the Mayflower.
But the harvest of 1621 was a bountiful one.
The remaining colonists decided to celebrate
with a feast -- including 91 Indians who
had helped the Pilgrims survive their first
year. It is believed that the Pilgrims would
not have made it through the year without
the help of the natives. The feast was more
of a traditional English harvest festival than
a true “thanksgiving” observance. It lasted
three days.
Governor William Bradford sent “four
men fowling” after wild ducks and geese.
It is not certain that wild turkey was part
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of their feast. However, it is certain that
they had venison. The term “turkey” was
used by the Pilgrims to mean any sort of
wild fowl.
Another modern staple at almost every
Thanksgiving table is pumpkin pie. But
it is unlikely that the first feast included
that treat. The supply of flour had been
long diminished, so there was no bread or
pastries of any kind. However, they did eat
boiled pumpkin, and they produced a type
of fried bread from their corn crop. There
was also no milk, cider, potatoes, or butter.
There was no domestic cattle for dairy
products, and the newly-discovered potato
was still considered by many Europeans
to be poisonous. But the feast did include
fish, berries, watercress, lobster, dried fruit,
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clams, venison, and plums.
This “thanksgiving” feast was not repeated
the following year. But in 1623, during a
severe drought, the pilgrims gathered in
a prayer service, praying for rain. When
a long, steady rain followed the very next
day, Governor Bradford proclaimed another
day of Thanksgiving, again inviting their
Indian friends. It wasn’t until June of 1676
that another Day of Thanksgiving was
proclaimed.
On June 20, 1676, the governing council
of Charlestown, Massachusetts, held a
meeting to determine how best to express
thanks for the good fortune that had seen
their community securely established. By
unanimous vote they instructed Edward
Rawson, the clerk, to proclaim June 29 as
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a day of thanksgiving. October of 1777
marked the first time that all 13 colonies
joined in a thanksgiving celebration. It also
commemorated the patriotic victory over
the British at Saratoga.
George Washington proclaimed a
National Day of Thanksgiving in 1789,
although some were opposed to it. There
was discord among the colonies, many
feeling the hardships of a few Pilgrims did
not warrant a national holiday. And later,
President Thomas Jefferson scoffed at the
idea of having a day of thanksgiving.
It was Sarah Josepha Hale, a magazine
editor, whose efforts eventually led to what
we recognize as Thanksgiving. Hale wrote
many editorials championing her cause in
her Boston Ladies’ Magazine, and later, in
Godey’s Lady’s Book. Finally, after a 40-
year campaign of writing editorials and
letters to governors and presidents, Hale’s
obsession became a reality when, in 1863,
President Lincoln proclaimed the last
Thursday in November as a national day
of Thanksgiving.
Thanksgiving was proclaimed by every
president after Lincoln. The date was
changed a couple of times, most recently by
Franklin Roosevelt, who set it up one week
to the next-to-last Thursday in order to
create a longer Christmas shopping season.
Public uproar against this decision caused
the president to move Thanksgiving back
to its original date two years later. And in
1941, Thanksgiving was finally sanctioned
by Congress as a legal holiday, as the fourth
Thursday in November.
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Korean students learn about Halloween holiday
by Cpl. Jang Won-il
USAG Daegu Public Affairs
CAMP CARROLL – Korean/American
friendship activities are always encouraged
and one way to achieve favorable relationships
with the local community is through
English education. U.S. Soldiers of 16th
Medical Logistics Battalion, and Korean
Augmentation to the United States Army
Soldiers of United States Army Garrison
Daegu have been deeply involved in
teaching children from 3rd to 6th grades
English conversational skills at Waegwan
Joongang Elementary School.
Every week on Wednesday and Friday
afternoons, three U.S. and three KATUSA
Soldiers pair up and visit Waegwan Joongang
Elementary School, located in Seokjeon-Ri,
Waegwan-Eup. There are three classes—
third and fourth grade, fifth grade and
sixth grade, each consisting of 10 to 15
students.
The school has been involved in
numerous friendship activities with the 16th
MEDLOG Battalion. Voluntary English
Education program is one such program,
and for Waegwan Elementary school and
Camp Carroll it is far more than mere
English teaching.
The school had invited Soldiers to many
school events such as field trips, sporting
events, annual student concerts, luncheons,
farewell parties and national holiday
ceremonies. Soldiers in return, provide
teachers and students chances to experience
American culture, the fun way.
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On Oct 31, Soldiers held a Halloween provided support to 16th MEDLOG since to foreigners in English. We wouldn’t have
costume party during class with the students 2006, after the USAG Daegu Camp Carroll been able to have this much fun if it weren’t
who were mostly unfamiliar with the ROKA Staff Office decided to assist the for KATUSAs.”
holiday. program in order to foster a more friendly The teaching experiences that Soldiers
“I have only heard of Halloween,” said a ROK-US community relationship. here have received are not only fostering
sixth grade student. “But now that I know, During the one-and-a-half-hour classes, positive relationships in the classrooms but
I think I understand the culture more fully. KATUSA teachers assist the Soldiers and also building positive friendships that will
Also it was very interesting to wear costumes provide interpretation whenever necessary. last a lifetime. A small initiative has made
and masks.” “They help us a lot when we learn from US Soldiers into teachers and given a positive
A week before, Soldiers taught Soldiers,” said a fifth grade student. “It is not influence to the students’ lives and to the
Thanksgiving day to the students by easy to ask questions or express our thoughts local community of Waegwan.
introducing them to numerous Thanksgiving
traditions and showing them illustrations,
while school teachers surprised them with
boxes of apples for a Thanksgiving present.
16th MEDLOG also invited Waegwan
Elementary students on post July 6, for a
tour of Camp Carroll. Students were given
a taste of American food culture, went
around base to see what a Soldier’s life is
like, and played games at the Community
Activities Center.
Although student’s interests are mainly
focused on American Soldiers, KATUSAs
play a vital role in the English Education
program.
“I’ve realized how hard it is to teach
kids a new language, but most of all I think
the most important thing is that everyone
is having fun and I am proud that we
are playing a significant role in building
friendships that will last for a long time in
this community,” said Cpl. Oh, Ki-woong,
Senior KATUSA, USAG Daegu after a Spc. Janet Taylor, 16th Medical Logistics Battalion, and Cpl. Nam, Joo-suk, USAG Daegu ex-
field trip to Gumo Land ice-skating rink, plain to students of Waegwan Joongang Elementary School about Halloween Day and prepare
Nov 7. masks which they wore on the English class held on Oct. 31. — U.S. Army Photo By Cpl. Jang
KATUSA teachers of USAG Daegu have Won-il
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