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friday, january 11, 2008 www.okinawa.usmc.mil Operational pause helps Marines get Sgt. Ethan E. Rocke ‘Back in the Saddle’ 2007 Lance Cpl. David Rogers i n r e v i e w okinawa marine staff CAMP FOSTER — Since World War II, 55 percent of OkiMar takes all U.S. military casualties have been a result of operational accidents, according to a look back at statistics released in 2004 by the U.S. Army Combat Readi- ness/Safety Center. major operations, Marine safety representatives on Okinawa want military members to consider this exercises and fact as they come back from the long holiday break. accomplishments “Statistics show after a long holiday season, people become relaxed toward safety,” said of the commands Shawn Curtis, the occupational safety and health specialist for Camp Foster. “We see an on Okinawa and increase in mishaps during that time.” All Marine Corps Bases features the best Japan and III Marine Expedi- tionary Force personnel are pictures of 2007. required to attend Back in the Saddle training this month. pgs. 9-14 Twenty-five briefs will be held Cpl. Eric D. Arndt Jan. 7-17 at Marine Corps installations across Okinawa. “I’m not teaching them any- thing they don’t know; I just want to retrigger that thought process to manage and eliminate risk to an acceptable level,” Curtis said. Safety officials will hold the first 15 briefs in English. The last two English briefs are scheduled for Jan. 11 at 8:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Safety officials will hold 10 more briefs see saddle pg 6 Cpl. Peter R. Miller Cpl. Warren Peace

Iraq Connections Okinawa-based ‘glorified best sports Sports roundup seeing highlights some Deployed service members video paper pusher’ earns 2 Bronze de double Star Medals for combat action pics of the year’s best i conference with loved ones over sports pictures. holiday season. in Iraq.

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Camp Lejeune, N.C. Cpl. Robert A. Montgomery, a squad leader with 3rd Battalion, 2nd Marine around the Regiment, kisses his wife, Nicole, Feb. 7 after coming home from Iraq. The Marines’ arrival marked the end of a seven- month deployment in Habbaniyah, conducting combat operations under Regimental Combat Team 5. Photo by Cpl. Ray Lewis corpsfor more marine corps stories and photos, visit http://www.marines.mil

CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. | Marines from 2nd Marine Division’s 2nd Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion bow their heads in prayer during a memorial ceremony for their fallen brothers April 17, 2007. The battalion returned from a seven-month deployment to Iraq in the beginning of April. Photo by Lance Cpl. Nathaniel Sapp

COMBAT OUTPOST RAWAH, Iraq | Staff Sgt. Thomas R. Johnson, a platoon commander with Company C, 1st Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. | Marines of 1st Marine Regiment wait at sunrise Regimental Combat Team 2, walks away from a truck rigged with a to trek up Camp Horno’s “Microwave Hill” on Camp Pendleton Nov. 16, 2007. detonation trigger and suspected to have an improvised explosive device The Marines carried a cross up the hill to replace one that had memorialized July 24, 2007. The company used fuel and an incendiary grenade to destroy Marines killed in Iraq. The original cross was destroyed by the 2007 the vehicle and deny its use against coalition forces. Photo by Cpl. Ryan C. Heiser Southern California wildfires. Photo by Cpl. Ray Lewis okinawa marine | OPINION & EDITORIAL | january 11, 2008 Ready or Not? Spiritual readiness is at the core of who we are

Navy Lt. David B. Thames things from different perspectives. One of performance in combat as marksmanship or the questions I often ask Marines or sailors the mechanical status of equipment. But its eadiness has a specific meaning in who come to me for counseling is, “What was scope extends way beyond the battlefield and the military. For some of us, readiness the most recent book you read?” It’s not idle the uniform. Spiritual readiness shows itself Rbrings to mind the phrase – “Death by curiosity on my part – there is direct cor- every day – in a husband’s love for his wife PowerPoint” and conjures up images of slides relation between mental acuity and reading, or a child’s concern for a younger sibling; in with endless data, charts and graphs that and I don’t just mean the FBI Warning at a supervisor’s dedication to her subordinate’s indicate manpower, equipment status, etc. the beginning of a DVD or computer game. success, or an aging vet’s solemn salute to There is a kind of readiness, though, that Mental readiness also has to do with charac- comrades long ago fallen. It shows itself in can’t be quantified on a slide or neatly laid out ter. Character (whether virtuous or vicious) the stubborn determination to take time for on a “smart card,” and it applies to all of us. It is the meeting place in actions and attitudes daily prayer, or when some unforeseen crisis is spiritual readiness. where our mental capacity and our moral calls for great courage and selflessness, most Spirituality can mean a lot of different willpower come together. likely to go unrecognized, but embraced just things to different people, but I have come to Relational readiness refers to our skills, atti- the same. recognize there are some common themes to tudes and disposition about relationships with Jesus Christ, who happens to be my spiritual readiness, regard- others – a spouse and kids, neighbors, cowork- Higher Power, once described a wedding chaplain’s less of the spirituality or faith ers, unit members, whoever. The bottom line procession in which some participants corner tradition involved. I think is we are relational creatures. We live our lives disgraced themselves by not having enough of spiritual readiness as the in the context of relationships with others, and oil for their lamps – a major social no-no extent to which I have peace and confidence in the truth of the matter is none of us has com- then (Matthew 25:1-13). His point then, and my heart about four crucial areas: moral readi- pletely mastered the art. Relational readiness I echo it now, is that spiritual readiness gets ness, mental readiness, relational readiness and means growing in emotional intelligence and right down to the core of who we are, how numinous readiness. the capacity to communicate, resolve conflict, we get on in life and what is to be our ulti- Moral Readiness has to do with knowing and work and live constructively with the mate destiny — ready or not. right and wrong, good and bad, and honing people who are part of our lives. the will to do the right thing, no matter how And finally, that weird one – Numinous tough. But it is not simply the black and readiness. Numinous refers to the divine, white issues that confront us. We must de- the mystery of God or one’s Higher Power, velop a level of moral maturity that allows however He / She / They / It is conceived. Nu- fact check us to wrestle with the complicated matters minous readiness means I know my beliefs, of life, which often set right against right. and I seek to grow in my relationship to the nail polish in utilities These issues – call them moral dilemmas reality that is greater than me. It means that – require of us a capacity for moral reason- I have a reasoned basis for my belief system ing that doesn’t happen accidentally. It takes and a constructive (as opposed to destruc- What are the regulations for work and studied practice. Moral readiness tive) faith that carries on where reason can manicures for female Marines means I have prepared myself to confront go no further into divine mystery. Numinous Q: in utilities? difficult situations, make morally good deci- readiness also means that I know and put sions, and then apply the willpower to carry into practice as best I can the moral tenets According to Marine them out. of my belief system, and I live up to the Administrative Message Mental readiness is the business of keep- demands, disciplines and responsibilities of A: 504/07, colored nail polish is ing our minds sharp and open. It means my faith. In other words, I don’t just talk the not authorized for wear with the utility actively seeking new knowledge and under- talk; I walk the walk. uniform, but manicures that imitate standing, and stretching ourselves to see Spiritual readiness is as crucial to a unit’s the natural nail are authorized for wear with all uniforms. Press-on and acrylic nails are authorized for wear as long as they are maintained within the length Spiritual readiness (is) the extent to which I have peace and con- and style set forth in Marine Corps fidence in my heart about four crucial areas: moral readiness, Uniform Regulations. mental readiness, relational readiness and numinous readiness … to submit an opinion or Spiritual readiness is as crucial to a unit’s performance in combat editorial, e-mail us at as marksmanship or the mechanical status of equipment. okinawamarine.mcbb.fct@ usmc.mil

Commanding General Maj. Gen. Mary Ann Krusa-Dossin okinawa marine newspaper H&S Battalion MCB PAO Unit 35002 public affairs Director Lt. Col. Douglas M. Powell FPO AP 96373-5002 Central Bureau chief The Okinawa Marine is published by Marine Corps Community the U.S. Marine Corps, Marine Corps Base Camp Smedley D. Butler or Marine Services under exclusive written contract with Marine Corps Base Camp Corps Community Services of the products and services advertised. Press officer 1st Lt. Adrian J.T. Rankine-Galloway Cpl. Juan D. Alfonso Smedley D. Butler, Okinawa, Japan. Everything advertised in this newspaper shall be made available Camp Foster, DSN 645-7422 The editorial content of this newspaper is edited and approved for purchase, use or patronage without regard to race, color, religion, by the Consolidated Public Affairs Office of Marine Corps Base Camp gender, national origin, age, marital status, physical handicap, political northern Bureau chief Smedley D. 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The appearance of advertising in this newspaper, including inserts of [email protected] or write to us at Public Affairs Office, H&S BN MCB PAO, supplements, does not constitute endorsement by the Department of Defense, Unit 35002, FPO AP 96373-5002. editor Cpl. Warren Peace okinawa marine | NEWS | january 11, 2008 briefs Marine and Family Services helps families religious enrichment retreats Chaplain’s Religious Enrichment connect with loved ones deployed to Iraq Development Operations offer opportunities to take a break from the routine. Upcoming Lance Cpl. Daniel R. Todd Freedom Calls Foundation satellite network, retreats: okinawa marine staff they provided Marines of Combat Logistics Bat- • 1-Day Unit Marine Retreat (E1-E4): Jan. talion 4, 3rd Marine Logistics Group with the 23 & 25 and Feb. 14 CAMP FOSTER — The holidays are usually a capability to connect to their families via video • Multi-Day Unit Marine Retreat: Feb. 6-8. joyous time, but many military families miss conference free of cost from Dec. 21-26. The retreat focuses on core values, leader- the chance to spend them together because of Marine and Family Services have held two ship, team-building and life goals. • Marriage Enrichment Retreat: Feb. 1- deployments. scheduled sessions for the families of CLB-4, 3. The retreat provides couples the tools to The Fishers didn’t get to spend their Christ- and each time there have been a lot of smiles, communicate more effectively and work mas together, but the day after Christmas, Yuki according to Riley Flynn, a librarian who helped as a team to preserve and enhance love, Fisher took her two children Lita and Tyson to set up the calls. This is great technology and it commitment and friendship. Sign-up by the Camp Foster Library for a special surprise. can make a huge difference for a family. Jan. 25. In a small room sat a single computer with a During this session a Marine got to see his • Personal Growth Retreat: Feb. 27 to webcam and microphone. Yuki guided Lita and child for the first time and without this tech- March 1. The retreat will let individuals Tyson over to the computer, sat in a chair and nology he would have had to wait until his unit reflect upon their personal and professional lifted them onto her lap. On the screen looking returned to see his newborn, Flynn said. Giv- lives, consider steps they need to take to back at them was their father, Staff Sgt. Daniel ing families the opportunity for moments like lead progressive lives and set goals for the Fisher, whom they hadn’t seen since he left for this is the whole reason the Marine and Family future. Sign-up by Feb. 20. For details or to sign-up, call 645-3041. Iraq in August. Services team conduct this program. Smiles stretched across their faces and laughter So far the only unit Marine and Family Ser- inFluenza Vaccinations Available filled the room as the family had a virtual face- vices have linked to using the satellite network Flu shots are available to all eligible to-face after five months of only speaking on the is CLB-4, but they are trying to expand the beneficiaries at the U.S. Naval Hospital’s phone, which was not very often, Yuki said. capability to other units, said Bill Linnehan, immunization clinic, the Camp Kinser “It was really exciting for all of us because it the Marine and Family Services chief. He said Family Medicine Clinic, the Bush Family has been so long since we have seen each other,” he believes every service member deployed in Medicine Clinic on Camp Courtney and Yuki said. “This is his second deployment and harms way should have the means to stay in the 18th Medical Group Clinic on Kadena actually having the chance to see him this time close touch with their families back home. Air Base. made a huge difference.” “It is important for the families to stay in Vaccinations will also be offered at the The chance for the Fishers to make their touch during these tough times, and we will do following locations from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.: • Camp Foster Main Exchange — Jan. 12 holidays a little more cheerful was made pos- everything we can do to help them do that and • Camp Kinser Commissary — Jan. 19 sible by Marine and Family Services. Using the have a little more peace of mind,” he said. The USNH clinic is open weekdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and walk-in hours for Bush and Kinser clinics are Monday, Tuesday Wednesday and Friday from 8 to 11 a.m. and 1 to 4 p.m. and Thursdays from 8 to 11 a.m. Shots are available at the 18th Medical Group Clinic’s immunization clinic Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Martin Luther king day observances Locations and times for Martin Luther King observances are as follows: • Camp Hansen Theater, 8:30 a.m. • Butler Officers Club, 11 a.m. • Kinser Surfside, 1:30 p.m. • Camp Foster Chapel, 3:30 p.m. For more information, contact the Marine Corps Base equal opportunity advisor at 645- 3555 or 090-6861-7325.

ROLLER HOCKEY SIGN-UPS The Okinawa Roller Hockey Association of- fers a fun, competitive roller hockey league on Okinawa for ages 5 and older. Spring registration will be held Jan. 19 and 26 from 10 a.m. to noon at Camp McTureous and Kadena rinks. Registration is $45 for the first player and $35 Shawn Curtis speaks to Marines, sailors and civilians about operational risk management during a “Back for each additional family member. Fee includes in the Saddle” safety brief Jan. 7 at the Camp Foster Theater. All III Marine Expeditionary Force and Marine a jersey. Volunteer coaches are also needed and Corps Bases Japan personnel are required to attend one of the 25 safety briefs after the holiday break. Curtis will receive free registration. For more infor- is an occupational safety and health specialist with Marine Corps Bases Japan. Photo by Lance Cpl. David Rogers mation, visit http://eteamz.active.com/orha, or e-mail [email protected]. saddle from pg 1 already use it in everyday life. tance of going through the five in Japanese for master labor con- “When you turn on the steps before any activity on or off call for actors tractors and indirect hire agree- shower, before you step un- duty to identify and eliminate The Pacific Okinawa Players are holding ment employees Jan. 14-17. derneath the water, what do unnecessary risk. auditions for “Steel Magnolias” Jan 28-29 from Safety representatives are you do?” Curtis said. “Touch “It’s that thinking process 7 to 9 p.m. at the Camp Foster Community using a mixture of PowerPoint Performing Arts Center. it … so we can see how hot it about what’s out there that Auditions are for ages 18 and older. For more classes and entertaining and is. That’s utilizing operational could injure me and prevent information go to http://pops-okinawa.org. educational safety videos to risk management.” the mission from being com- cover operational risk man- Operational risk management pleted,” Curtis said. TO SUBMIT A BRIEF, send an e-mail to agement, sports injuries and employs a five-step process: Anyone interested in more [email protected], or fax your emergency action plans. identify hazards, assess the haz- information about what they request to 645-3803. The deadline for submitting Safety officials help the au- ards, make risk decisions, imple- can do to help prevent mishaps a brief is noon every Friday. The Okinawa Marine dience understand operational ment controls and supervise. in their office can call Curtis at reserves the right to edit all submitted material. risk management and how they Curtis stressed the impor- 645-3806. okinawa marine | NEWS | january 11, 2008 Camp Foster Tax Center opens for business Feb. 1

Lance Cpl. Ryan Wicks tification card holders. return agencies. turn and the current year’s if available; bank routing okinawa marine staff Last year, the center Personnel who seek as- tax package. and account numbers for helped 5,599 patrons pre- sistance from the center Customers also need to direct deposit; total paid CAMP FOSTER — The pare and file their tax need to bring their mili- have all wage and tax state- for day care; and the day Foster Tax Center will of- returns, which resulted in tary identification card, ments Forms W-2, W-2G; care provider’s identifying fer free federal and state about $6.5 million in re- social security cards for Form 1099-R; interest and number. tax return services in funds, a savings of $617,302 themselves and their de- dividend statements from For questions or concerns, Building 437 beginning based on the estimated to- pendents, birth dates for banks; a copy of last year’s contact the Camp Foster Tax Feb. 1 for all military iden- tal cost of using private tax anyone listed on the tax re- federal and state returns, Center at 645-4829. Recon sergeant major awarded Bronze Star Lance Cpl. Richard Blumenstein okinawa marine staff

CAMP COURTNEY — Maj. Gen. Robert B. Neller, 3rd Marine Division commanding general, presented Sgt. Maj. Kenneth C. Pickering with the Bronze Star Medal Dec. 20 at the 3rd Marine Division Headquarters on Camp Courtney. Pickering, the sergeant major of 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, received the award for heroic achievement while serving in Fallujah, Iraq, as sergeant major of 2nd Reconnaissance Battalion, Regimental Combat Team 6, 2nd Marine Division, from Sept. 28, 2006, to April 17, 2007. According to his award citation, with disregard for his personal safety, Pickering remained on a rooftop directing his Marines toward enemy positions while insurgents fired rocket propelled grenades at him. His actions resulted in the capture of four insurgents. Pickering also helped capture hundreds of Sgt. Maj. Kenneth C. Pickering receives the Bronze Star Medal from Maj. Gen. Robert B. Neller Dec. 20 at pieces of enemy ordnance. the 3rd Marine Division Headquarters on Camp Courtney. Photo by Lance Cpl. Richard Blumenstein

MWHS-1 welcomes new commander New commander takes HMM-262 helm Lance Cpl. Daniel R. Todd M a r i n e A t- Pfc. Aaron Hostutler officer, weap- okinawa marine staff tack Squadron okinawa marine staff ons and tactics (VMA-211). instructor, and CAMP FOSTER — Lt. Col. Brett W h i l e p a r t CAMP FOSTER — Lt. Col. Michael assistant opera- A. Wadsworth passed command of V M A-211 Farrell passed command of Marine tions officer. of Marine Wing Headquarters he served as Medium Helicopter Squadron 262, In 2001, he Squadron 1, 1st Marine Air- t h e o f f i c e r Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1st Ma- was assigned craft Wing, to Lt. Col. James M. in charge of rine Aircraft Wing, to Lt. Col. Doug- to HMM-266 at Blackburn during a change of a Marine de- Wadsworth las Schueler Jan. 10 during a change Marine Corps Farrell command ceremony on Camp tachment that of command ceremony on Marine Air Station New Foster Jan. 11. served as the Corps Air Station Futenma. R i v e r, N . C ., Wadsworth served as the fixed-wing Farrell took command of HMM- where he served MWHS-1 commanding officer arm of the Air 262 in July 2006. He will now serve as operations of- since May 2006. Combat Ele- as MAG-36’s executive officer. ficer and execu- Blackburn comes to MWHS-1 ment for the Schueler was MAG-36’s executive tive officer. Dur- after serving as the staff sec- 31st Ma rine officer before coming to HMM-262. ing his tour, he retary of 1st Marine Aircraft Expeditionary He earned his Bachelor of Science supported Op- Wing. Unit in from in aeronautical engineering from the eration Endur- He is a graduate of Rose-Hul- December Blackburn U.S. Naval Academy and completed ing Freedom in Schueler man Institute of Technology and 2003 to July 2004. The Basic School in 1988. He also Afghanistan with the 22nd Marine completed flight training school In March 2005, Blackburn de- received a Master of Science in avia- Expeditionary Unit. in 1993. ployed as an individual augment tion systems from the University of In 2004, he returned to the Naval His first assignment was with in support of Operation Iraqi Tennessee in 2002. Air Systems Command at Patuxent Marine Attack Squadron 223 in Freedom, working in the Combat He began his career with Marine River, Md., and was assigned to the Cherry Point, N.C., where he Plans Division of Central Com- Medium Helicopter Squadron 364, V-22 Joint Program Office as assis- served as ground safety officer, mand Air Forces. MAG-36. While assigned to HMM- tant program manager for Training aviation safety officer and flight Blackburn’s personal decora- 364, he completed three deploy- Systems. training officer. tions include the Meritorious ments to the Western Pacific. During Schueler’s personal decorations Upon graduation of the Air Service Medal with Gold Star, Air his tour, he served as a legal officer, include the Bronze Star Medal, the Command and Staff College Medal and Navy Achievement ground training officer, airframes Air Medal, and the Navy Marine in June 2003, he served with Medal with two Gold Stars. division officer, quality assurance Corps Commendation Medal. okinawa marine | FEATURE | january 11, 2008 ‘Glorified paper pusher’ earns 2 bronze stars for Iraq service, combat action

Lance Cpl. David Rogers The PJCC became the center for okinawa marine staff coordinating efforts between local police, fire department and s Marine Staff Sgt. Jacob emergency medical services. Jones walked into a room full “First and foremost I was Aof laughing U.S. soldiers in (Small’s) security,” Jones said. Iraq’s Diyala province last year, “The last thing we wanted was for silence immediately descended him to get captured. So I was his over the group. hired gun.” Jones asked what was going on. Jones descended from the “Well, there’s a running bet PJCC’s rooftop on the morning of what your job is and what you May 4, 2007, after checking their do in the Marine Corps. Are you, machine gun posts and headed to like, recon or something?” Small’s office to give him a situa- Jones told them they couldn’t tion report. be further from the truth. “As soon as I sat down in the By his own assessment, he is office and started talking to him, a “glorified paper pusher” — an letting him know everything aviation operations specialist. was secure … we started taking On Jan. 2, Lt. Col. David W. rounds,” Jones said. Bussel, the commanding offi- Bullets impacted the front of cer of Marine Corps Air Station the building. Jones grabbed his Futenma’s Headquarters and M-4A1 carbine and M-9 pistol, Headquarters Squadron, present- threw a bandolier of 5.56 mm am- ed the Woodberry, Conn., native munition over his shoulder and with two Bronze Star Medals at ran to the front of the building. the Futenma Theater — one with “When I got there, there were combat distinguishing device. a bunch of women and children Jones earned one medal for trying to meet with the police, The U.S. Army awarded Staff Sgt. Jacob Jones two Bronze Stars for his service “exemplary leadership, tireless and (the insurgents) were shoot- and combat actions in Iraq last year. One of the medals was awarded with combat distinguishing device for a specific incident in which he put himself in dedication and outstanding per- ing at the women and children harm’s way to protect Iraqi women and children from a sniper attack. Jones formance of duty” while serving that were at the front door, which earned the medals while serving as operations chief of the Iraqi Ground as operations chief of the Iraqi is just cowardly,” Jones recalled Forces Command’s Military Transition Team. Photo illustration by Cpl. Warren Peace Ground Forces Command’s Mili- with disgust. tary Transition Team, according Iraqi Police told Jones there PJCC’s roof and aiming in on the patrol got caught in a major fire- to the award citation. He received was a sniper firing from a nearby insurgents’ building. Before firing fight as well behind the insur- the medal with combat distin- window. Jones peeked out of the rocket, however, an Army gents. Meanwhile, Jones’ patrol guishing device for an incident in a window and identified the captain alerted him to an Army cleared the city block, progress- which he put himself in harm’s attacker’s location. patrol nearby. ing steadily to the top of a build- way to protect Iraqi women and “I moved into a firing position Jones put away the rocket ing only to find trails of blood children from a sniper attack. in the front doorway and … I un- launcher. He would have to find where he had engaged the previ- But what convinces an entire leashed the fury, man. I let loose another solution. ous day’s sniper. group of soldiers a Marine is a with that M-4,” Jones said. “Get your men out of the racks, “After that we really didn’t reconnaissance man? Jones and the insurgent went right now.” Jones told the Army take any fire from (that tower),” Is it the swagger? The attitude? back and forth, popping in and captain. “Mount them up. Get them Jones said. “We made our pres- Whatever it is, it isn’t pushing out of cover while firing at each into a stack next to the building. ence known. That was my biggest paper. other. Eventually, Small met We’re going to raid this block.” thing. Don’t sit inside the base. When he arrived at Camp up with Jones, took a knee and Inspired by Jones’ efforts the Get out there. Show them that Victory in March 2007, Jones’ job joined in. Soon, they ran low on previous day, the Iraqi policemen we’re not afraid.” involved arranging transportation ammunition. stepped up and joined the U.S. As he looks back on his time for MTT members and the team’s “Jones immediately took it service members in the house-to- in Iraq, the most important thing Iraqi advisor officers. upon himself to retrieve ammo house city block raid. that remains on his mind is the After a few weeks, he became from a nearby outpost,” Small “By the example Jones set that hope that his contributions left a the personal security for Army said. “It was only about 50 meters, day, he boosted the morale of the mark. Lt. Col. Timothy Small, the MTT but to get there he had to expose whole headquarters and proved “I’ll look on (my time spent plans officer. himself to enemy fire.” to (Iraqi police) we were ready to there) with pride,” Jones said. “They knew I was a Marine; Jones returned with more am- fight by them,” Small said. “Up “I’m proud of the work the police they knew I knew how to fight,” munition as another insurgent to that point, they hadn’t fought did. I’d like to think that I had a Jones said. “They wanted someone joined the sniper. Regardless of side by side with Americans. All I hand in making Diyala province who could shoot, move and com- the enemy reinforcement, Jones can say is he really turned things and the country of Iraq a stronger municate, and they picked me.” and Small managed to neutralize around.” nation, more able to stand up for Small’s mission was to estab- both enemies. But the insurgents Jones took charge of the patrol, themselves. I just like to think lish a joint operations center in had not had their fill. teaching the Iraqi police the that I made a difference.” Baqubah, a major stronghold of “The next day we started tak- proper way to clear buildings But he remains humble about insurgent activity. ing more fire out of there,” Jones while proceeding down the block his accomplishments. Jones and Small set up the said in a frustrated voice. and continuously receiving fire “I don’t even want to be called Provincial Joint Security Coordi- Jones decided to end the recur- from enemy insurgents. a hero,” Jones said. “I did my job. nation Center in a local Baqubah ring problem by retrieving an AT- Jones’ patrol was not the only Just call me Marine and that’s police department building. 4 rocket launcher, moving to the force in conflict, as the first Army good enough.” okinawa marine | YEAR IN REVIEW | january 11, 2008 III MEF is ‘tip of spear’ in Pacific environmental clean ups, MEF Marines, city beautification projects, and visits to local sailors see orphanages and children’s homes. dozens of Midway through 2007, I I I M E F c onduc te d a change of command. On exercises, June 22, 2007, Lt. Gen. Joseph F. Weber, now the continue commander of U.S. Marine Corps Forces Command, support of commander of U.S. Marine Corps Bases Atlantic, and War on Terror commanding general of Fleet Marine Forces At- Consolidated Public Affairs lantic, relinquished com- Office mand to Lt. Gen. Zilmer. Before taking command, CAMP FOSTER — Ser- Zilmer served as the com- vice members with the manding general of 1st III Marine Expeditionary Marine Expeditionary Bri- Force participated in a gade and as commanding demanding year of events general of Multi-national in 2007. Force-West and I MEF III MEF elements par- (Forward) in Iraq’s Anbar ticipated in dozens of ex- Province. ercises in numerous coun- Most recent ly, M EF tries within personnel provided hu- III MEF the Asia-Pa- manitarian assistance and cific region disaster relief support to while continuing to sup- Bangladesh and delivered port the Global War on donated items to people in Terrorism in Afghanistan, the Philippines. Iraq and the Philippines. MEF units participated in Exercises included Ba- Operation Sea Angel II, deliv- likatan and Talon Vision ering approximately 253,000 in the Philippines; Recep- pounds of food and other tion, Staging, Onward supplies to victims of Cyclone movement, and Integra- Sidr in Bangladesh. Mobile tion (RSO&I) and Ulchi medical teams also provided Focus Lens (UFL) in South assistance to more than 4,700 Korea; Yama Sakura and people during the two-week Keen Edge in mainland mission. Japan; Cobra Gold in Thai- In the Philippines, the land; Talisman Saber in MEF delivered about 18,000 Australia; and Coopera- pounds of food, clothing tion Afloat Readiness and and toys from Dec. 8-10 as Students in the Special Operations Training Group’s Helicopter Rope Suspension Training part of Operation Goodwill Training (CARAT) in the Masters Course conduct Special Patrol Insertion Extraction training Sept. 20 in the Central Asia-Pacific region. Training Area. Photo by Sgt. Ethan E. Rocke 2007. “The Marines and sail- “2007 was a year of great ors of the MEF remained commander of Ma rine In addition to contribut- vice members volunteered accomplishments for the heavily engaged in exer- Corps Bases Japan. “As the ing to missions throughout to help out with more than men and women of III MEF,” cises throughout the year,” ‘Tip of the Spear,’ the MEF the Asia-Pacific region, III 200 community relations Zilmer said. “We will con- said Lt. Gen. Richard C. continues to perform su- MEF has significantly con- projects including edu- tinue to engage our mission Zilmer, the commanding perbly, meeting or exceed- tributed to the local com- cational programs, sports and help our allies with general of III MEF and ing my expectations.” munity. In 2007, MEF ser- and cultural exchanges, zeal, fidelity and honor.”

III MEF Marines safely detonate a charge during the Dynamic Entry Course on Camp Hansen Oct. 26. Photo by Lance Cpl. Kevin M. Knallay

Dental officer Lt. Nick Peterson works in Cambodia to extract a decayed tooth Aug. 17. Photo by Sgt. Ethan E. Rocke 10 okinawa marine | YEAR IN REVIEW | january 11, 2008

Marines compete in the 2007 Far Staff Sgt. Brian East Division M. Ableman, Matches. The with the MCB MCB Butler team Butler Provost won both the Marshal’s Office, rifle and pistol demonstrates a competitions for reload drill with the second year the M-4 carbine to in a row. Photo by Nepalese soldiers Lance Cpl. Richard C. Aug. 13. Photo by Blumenstein Staff Sgt. C. Nuntavong Supporting the warfighter MCB Butler expands support, readiness programs in 2007 Consolidated Public Affairs Office ized terrain facility and completed the Prelimi- augments for their sacrifice and service. MCCS nary Master Plan for the Futenma Replacement also won numerous awards for excellence, includ- CAMP FOSTER — Over the past year, Marine Facilities and the Master Plan for Iwakuni. ing the prestigious Library of Congress Award Corps Base Camp Smedley D. Butler remained fo- In addition to strengthening the bond between for Federal Library of the Year and awards for cused on its mission: supporting warfighters and MCB, JGSDF and local governments, MCB com- publishing and creative excellence for the staff their families. Throughout 2007, MCB provided munity relations specialists conducted hundreds of Okinawa Living, Okinawa Outdoors and The training, mobilization and deployment support of events in 2007. Source. MCCS also took home seven Armed and installation services to other commands, “We have worked hard at fostering and con- Forces Recreation Society Awards. service members and their family members. tinuing the good relationships we have with “As MCB pushes ahead into 2008, it will con- “Marine Corps Base provides stability and sup- the Okinawan and Japanese people and the tinue to work on Okinawa consolidation issues, port to III MEF, both operationally and politically,” agencies that we work and interact with,” Krusa- provide and support individual augments abroad, said Maj. Gen. Mary Ann Krusa-Dos- Dossin said. “We are neighbors and part of the and fulfill our operational commitments here at MCB sin, MCB commanding general. “We community. All of these activities provide us home,” Krusa-Dossin said. “We are going to be provide facilities and training areas to the opportunity to learn from each other and busy in 2008, but I feel good about it because of maintain military readiness while coordinating strengthen our bond and understanding. The the team we have put together.” with the local government to minimize the impact camp commanders have played an integral role Throughout 2007’s high-operational tempo on local communities.” in these events outside their gates. Whether and numerous commitments, the MCB team 2007 was filled with significant accomplish- it’s playing softball, teaching English or other and their families did a superb job, according ments for MCB. MCB established civilian Anti- cultural exchanges, they are great at getting to the commanding general. Terrorism Officers for Camps Kinser, Foster, Marines motivated and involved. They really “I cannot express enough my appreciation Courtney and MCAS Futenma and procured have done an outstanding job.” for all their hard work,” Krusa-Dossin said. $7.2 million for range improvement projects, In 2007, Marine Corps Community Services “They all help enormously, and we could not Krusa-Dossin said. MCB also formalized an Okinawa launched the Individual Augmentee do it without them. It is a pure joy for me to be agreement to use the new Japanese Ground Self Welcome Home Program, which includes a book- here and be able to work alongside the quality Defense Force’s military operations in urban- let of promotional certificates to thank individual folks we have.”

Cpl. Tyler Barrie presents his Noncommissioned Officer’s Sword during the final drill portion of Corporals A simulated rioter tries to break through a wall of Marines during Auxiliary Security Force training on Camp Foster Course May 31. Photo by Cpl. Warren Peace Aug. 2. Photo by Lance Cpl. Corey A. Blodgett okinawa marine | YEAR IN REVIEW | january 11, 2008 11

Non-lethal weapons instructor Lance Cpl. Christopher M. Mills is shocked by a Taser in a demonstration during a Non- lethal Weapons Course for more than 100 Marines with 12th Marine Regiment, 3rd Marine Division, 3rd Marine Division reconnaissance Marines prepare on Camp Hansen to enter a courtyard during Military Operations in Urbanized Terrain training at the Combined Arms July 23. Photo by Lance Cpl. Richard Collective Training Facility in the Republic of Korea Blumenstein March 9. Photo by Cpl. Eric D. Arndt 3rd MarDiv ‘heavily engaged’ in ‘07 Security Advisory Command, War on Terror, which trains and fights alongside Afghan forces against Al Qaeda training, operations and Taliban forces. The division balanced OIF and in Pacific make OEF commitments with operations and exercises that contributed to regional security in the Asia-Pacific ‘Fighting 3rd’ one region. “The division is unique in that of Corps’ most our units deploy to the fight and return to Okinawa to support re- active units gional theater security cooperation exercises,” said Neller. “We are Consolidated Public Affairs Office always on the go, even during our OIF/OEF dwell time.” CAMP COURTNEY — The Marines Detachments from 12th Marines and sailors of “The Fighting Third” deployed to Joint Special Opera- finished 2007 as one of the most tions Task Force-Philippines in its heavily engaged units in the Ma- continuing mission of support to rine Corps, the Armed Forces of the Philip- 3rd MARDIV w it h de- pines, fighting terrorism through- ployments out Mindanao. in support of the Global War on Ter- The division’s regional exercises ror, training exercises throughout included Reception, Staging, On- the Pacific, and rigorous training in ward movement and Integration; Okinawa, Hawaii, and California. Foal Eagle; and Ulchi Focus Lens “We are the only permanently in the Republic of Korea; Cobra forward-deployed division in the Gold in Thailand; Yama Sakura Corps and the commitment of our in Japan; and Marine Air-Ground Marines, sailors and their families Task Force Tactical Warfare Simu- to support our mission has been lations in Singapore, Thailand and incredible,” said Maj. Gen. Robert the Philippines. B. Neller, 3rd Marine Division com- Here in Okinawa, the 4th Marine manding general. Regiment’s Regimental Schools Neller, who served previously prepared Marine Corps units from as 1st Marine Division’s assistant across the island for the rigors of commander, took charge June 11, combat operations by conducting replacing Brig. Gen. Joseph V. Me- Marines from 3rd Marine Division watch as Royal Thai reconnaissance tough, realistic training tailored dina as the division’s commanding Marines show them how to catch a cobra during jungle survival training at to the unique geographical and Thailand’s Ban Chan Krem Training Area May 14. The Marines got a crash general. Neller assumed command cultural challenges Marines will course in jungle survival from their Thai counterparts during Cobra Gold’s of a division whose units were face when deployed. nine-day field training exercise. Photo by Sgt. Ethan E. Rocke deployed throughout the Asia-Pa- As the division’s Marines and cific region and the Middle East province to combat Al Qaeda and soldiers to assume responsibility sailors deployed to operations supporting regional security and bolster security in the region. Also, for their country’s security. Ad- and exercises around the world, combating terrorism. Marines and sailors from 1st Bn., ditionally, counter-battery radar the Key Volunteer Network kept Like the 1st and 2nd Marine 12th Marines and augments from detachments from 12th Marine family members informed and Divisions based in the continental Okinawa manned Task Force MP, Regiment; Truck Company, Head- prepared. United States, 3rd Marine Division conducting a variety of missions quarters Battalion; and numerous “It is only with the support of our units deploy regularly in support ranging from convoy escorts to individual Marine augments also families that the division can main- of Operation Iraqi Freedom and vehicle checkpoint operations. deployed to Iraq in 2007. tain its high operational tempo,” Operation Enduring Freedom. Marines and sailors from As the lead Marine Corps unit Neller said. “And it is because of our This year alone, the 1st, 2nd, and throughout the division also responsible for training Afghan se- families that deployed units from 3rd Battalions of the 3rd Marine deployed four Military Transi- curity forces, the division deployed ‘The Fighting Third’ will always be Regiment deployed to Iraq’s Anbar tion Teams that trained Iraqi five training teams to the Regional successful.” 12 okinawa marine | YEAR IN REVIEW | january 11, 2008 1st MAW maintains high operational tempo in 2007 Consolidated Public Affairs Office area of responsibility. The efforts of 1st MAW Marines and sailors This mix of unilateral, joint, and combined were recognized by the Marine Corps Avia- CAMP FOSTER — The 1st Marine Aircraft training exercises ensured the Wing maintained tion Association. HMH-363 received the Com- Wing spent much of 2007 conducting opera- warfighting readiness and prepared its major mandant’s Aviation Trophy, while HMM-262 tions across the spectrum of conflict, providing subordinate elements to execute operational received the Edward C. Dyer Marine Medium responsive and effective Marine aviation capa- and contingency plans. Helicopter Squadron of the Year Award. Mean- bilities to III Marine Expeditionary Force. The Wing also provided U.S. Central Com- while, 1st Stinger Battery received the Edward Subordinate units within the Wing partici- mand a continuous presence of one Marine S. Fris Outstanding Marine Command and pated in a variety of joint-service and coalition Heavy Helicopter squadron. During the past Control Squadron of the Year Award. exercises and theater security initiatives. year HMH-363 and HMH-362 completed Iraq The Wing also bid farewell to Marine Air “These exercises were focused on supporting rotations. Control Group 18’s 1st Stinger Battery in Sep- efforts in the Global War on Terrorism,” said Additionally, Marine Medium Helicopter tember. The unit, established in 1982, was Maj. Gen. Robert E. Schmidle squadron 262 and 1st Stinger Battery returned deactivated as part of a Corps-wide initiative 1st MAW Jr., who assumed command of in September after completing seven-month to transform and restructure air defense units. 1st MAW in June. “They also deployments in Iraq. Prior to its deactivation, the battery served as served to develop the capabilities of coalition 1st MAW also contributed other units to the the only ground-based, air defense unit within and partner nations.” Operation Iraqi Freedom mission, deploying III MEF. Despite a high operational tempo, 1st MAW a Motor Transport platoon and an Explosive Schmidle said he is confident that as the remained focused on its major theater warfight- Ordnance Team. Marines and sailors of 1st MAW look forward ing capabilities. 1st MAW units were heavily Finally, the Wing continued to provide to 2008, they will continue their outstanding involved in Marine air ground task force train- numerous individual augments in support of dedication to duty and selfless service that led ing and joint-service exercises throughout the Operations Iraqi and Enduring Freedom. to mission success in 2007.

An F/A-18C Hornet from Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 212, Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, connects with a refueling hose from a KC-130 Hercules from Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron 152 from MCAS Futenma, 180 miles off the coast of Okinawa, during aerial refueling training Aug. 16. Photo by Lance Cpl. Corey A. Blodgett

A Cambodian boy helps Lance Cpl. Rudy Olivares, a combat engineer with Marine Wing Support Maj. Daniel Dimicco embraces his children Aug. 16 during a post-deployment celebration at the Squadron 172, carry sand during an engineering Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 262 hangar at Marine Corps Air Station Futenma. Friends and civil assistance project in Kampong Som Province, families of HMM-262 Marines and sailors welcomed them home outside the hangar after the unit Cambodia Aug. 15. Photo by Sgt. Ethan E. Rocke returned from a seven-month deployment to Anbar, Iraq. Photo by Cpl. Eric D. Arndt okinawa marine | YEAR IN REVIEW | january 11, 2008 13

Tactical Applications Group instructor Don Zarnes Jr. checks configurations on Modular Tactical Vests issued to 3rd Marine Logistics Group Marines March 29 on Camp Foster. Photo by Sgt. Ethan E. Rocke 3rd MLG focuses on tomorrow’s fight today Consolidated Public Affairs Office the past year, taken this organization into the rently deployed and doing a great job and 9th modern era of battlefield logistics, and as a Marine (Engineer Support Battalion) will be next in CAMP KINSER — When it comes to moving Logistics Group, we can support the entire gamut future operations,” Talleri said. “It’s about the people, supplies and equipment and provid- of logistics operations, from major operational people who are getting the job done.” ing the full range of medical care, 3rd Marine plans, to distributive operations, to humanitarian Whether supporting combat operations in Iraq Logistics Group gets the job done. In 2007, 3rd assistance and disaster relief efforts within our or training exercises in the Philippines, Marines MLG supported more than 20 exercises in the area of responsibility and worldwide.” and sailors from 3rd MLG have performed. Asia-Pacific region, participated in two humani- The MLG has acted as the pioneer of a new “Without a doubt, the junior Marines and sail- tarian assistance operations and deployed more command and control strategy. The Marines ors of 3rd MLG who have been operating in our than 1,000 Marines and sailors to Operations and sailors of the MLG have enhanced Battle area of responsibility and in OIF and OEF have Iraqi and Enduring Freedom. Cabin tactics, techniques, and procedures us- done a superb job and will continue to do so,” Tal- “In each exercise and operation, the MLG pro- ing a number of command and control enablers, leri said. “They are who I am most proud of.” vided responsive, quality logistics support to the including satellite tracking technology and III Marine Expeditionary Force Web-based portal technology. 3rd MLG and its major subordinate com- “What we do that no other MLG does is ex- mands,” said Brig. Gen. Peter ploit the logistics modernization and bridging J. Talleri, 3rd MLG commanding general. “Our technologies,” said Col. Peter T. McClenahan, biggest challenge is balancing exercise commit- the Chief of Staff for 3rd MLG. “We have actu- ments with supporting our number one prior- ally employed them.” ity—(the missions in Iraq and Afghanistan).” Aside from employing advanced technology, Talleri added that 3rd MLG accomplished MLG members also take pride in teamwork. their missions while implementing major “The Navy is an intricate part of the overall changes in their battle rhythm. success of the MLG. Our role is to sustain com- “I am confident that this logistics force is the bat operations and ensure everyone gets the sup- best in the Marine Corps,” he said. “We have, over plies and healthcare they deserve,” said Master Chief Petty Officer Kevin T. Burg, 3rd MLG’s Command Master Chief. “We complement the Marine Corps’ warfighting capabilities well.” According to Burg, the MLG has more Naval personnel than any other major subordinate command in III MEF. “Marines and sailors work shoulder-to- shoulder and hand-in-hand to accomplish the missions of 3rd MLG, III MEF, the Corps and the nation,” said Sgt Maj. Clinton Carter, 3rd MLG Sergeant Major. “Within 3rd MLG, teamwork is not a buzz word; it is our way of life.” Of all that 3rd MLG accomplished in 2007, Marines with 9th ESB prepare to clear a room Landing support specialists with Combat Logistics during Military Operations in Urbanized Terrain Talleri holds the Group’s accomplishments in Battalion 4 prepare to connect supplies to a CH- training July 19 at the Central Training Area’s the War on Terror in highest regard. 53D Sea Stallion helicopter at Asad, Iraq Oct. 18. Combat Town. Photo by Sgt. Ethan E. Rocke “We have (Combat Logistics Brigade) 4 cur- Photo by Sgt. Wayne Edmiston 14 okinawa marine | YEAR IN REVIEW | january 11, 2008 Training, deployments keep 31st MEU active in 2007 31st MEU Public Affairs Office dental civic action projects that benefited more than 5,000 patients CAMP HANSEN — Throughout and provided donations of medical 2007, the Marines and sailors of supplies, dental examinations and the 31st Marine Expeditionary tooth extractions, and also con- Unit forged lasting memories as ducted several civic action projects they patrolled the Asia-Pacific that helped strengthen local infra- region while embarked aboard the structure. The projects included Essex Amphibious Ready Group repairs to school classrooms, bridge comprised of the USS Essex, USS reconstruction, and culvert system Tortuga, and USS Juneau. installation. The MEU consisted of a ground In addition to its goodwill combat element from Battalion efforts, the MEU focused on Landing Team 2nd Battalion, 1st military training, participating Marine Regiment and a combat ser- in Amphibious Landing Exercise vice support element from Combat 2008 in the Philippines. The Logistics Bat- exercises during PHIBLEX ’08 31st MEU talion 31. The included a company-sized am- MEU’s aviation phibious landing, combined arms combat element came from Marine live-fire exercises, an exchange Medium Helicopter Squadron 265 of martial arts techniques, and (Reinforced) and Marine Attack convoy operations. Squadron 214. In Korea, the MEU executed the After several weeks of pre-de- Korean Interoperability Training ployment training and exercises, Program, which primarily focused the MEU departed to the Republic on a combined amphibious landing of Korea in March, to participate and sustained operations ashore in Exercise Foal Eagle 2007. Dur- in the vicinity of Pohang. KITP ing the bilateral training exercise involved more than 8,000 ROK between the U.S. and Korean and U.S. military members and Armed Forces, MEU personnel was the largest combined exercise got a taste of the Korean winter as conducted in over a decade. they trained and operated on land Midway during the fall deploy- for nearly a month. The culminat- ment, the 31st MEU was called ing event was a combined U.S.– upon to send a Humanitarian As- ROK Armed Forces amphibious sessment Survey Team to Bangla- assault, which took place along desh to assess the damage caused the Republic of Korea’s western by Cyclone Sidr. The HAST mem- coastline. bers provided detailed analysis In May, the 31st MEU sailed to Marines and sailors with the 31st MEU’s Battalion Landing Team and that was used to determine fea- Australian soldiers with 2nd Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment disembark Australia, to participate in Exercise sible courses of action to support a landing craft June 22 at the Shoalwater Bay Training Area in Queensland, Talisman Saber 2007, a joint exer- Australia, during Exercise Talisman Saber 2007, a joint bilateral exercise future ongoing relief efforts in cise between U.S. and Australian between Australian and U.S. armed forces. Photo by Cpl. Eric D. Arndt Bangladesh. forces. The exercise allowed the Training with the Royal Cam- MEU to enhance interoperability Australian forces and pushed an environment that allowed the bodian Armed Forces capped with the Australians while improv- several miles inland to combat MEU to hone its capabilities in air the MEU’s military training. The ing regional security as part of the a simulated enemy. The assault and ground offense. MEU’s efforts with the RCAF Global War on Terror. employed every MEU asset to in- In the fall, the MEU deployed to included participation in profes- At the Shoalwater Bay Train- clude, logistics support, light and the Philippines, Hong Kong, Cam- sional military exchange activities ing Area in Queensland, Austra- mechanized infantry forces, deep bodia and Korea. that promoted martial arts tech- lia, the MEU conducted a com- and amphibious reconnaissance In the Philippines and Cambo- niques classes, live-fire exercises bined amphibious landing with units and valuable air support in dia, the MEU executed medical and and combat first-aid classes.

31st MEU Marines attempt to dry their soaked boots at the Shoalwater Bay Training Area in Queensland, Australia June 23, while awaiting transport further inland during Talisman Saber. Photo by Cpl. Eric D. Arndt

Lance Cpl. Patrick Martino (top) and Sgt. Michael Saldana, with Weapons Company, Battalion Landing Team 2nd Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, grapple during Marine Corps Martial Arts training on Camp Hansen Sept. 22. Photo by Cpl. Kamran Sadaghiani okinawa marine | SPORTS | january 11, 2008 17

John Brown Caution running catches Yuma back Ronny Frank Uehara with surges past a an uppercut Knights defender during a during the kickboxing fight championship at Tenkaichi- game of the Stadium Sept. Gunners Open 16. Brown Flag Football defeated Uehara Tournament on by decision Camp Foster after four April 1. Caution rounds in the defeated the middleweight Knights in division fight. overtime 20-13. Photos by Lance Cpl. Photo by Lance Cpl. Daniel R. Todd Daniel R. Todd 2007sports roundup Traditionally, Marines are highly competitive and instinctively refuse to accept defeat. On Marine installations in Japan, that tradition carries on and is nurtured throughout the

Shannon Thomas was the women’s year with help from the many diverse sports Sgt. Ryan Frazier slams Pfc. Joshua overall winner in the 12th Annual Cardona during the back-hold Far East Bodybuilding Competition programs and competitions available to wrestling event at Camp Fuji’s 2nd at the Foster Theater July 15. Photo by Annual Highland Games May 13. Photo Lance Cpl. Daniel R. Todd service members here. by Cpl. Warren Peace

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