Guards^^^ a^ouisaama ^ m VOLUME 2, NUMBER 2, MARCH/APRIL 1990

Construction on the New Museum Annex Begins

'

. 1

BULK RATE This newspaper is an Authorized Publication for members of the U. S. POSTAGE National Guard. Contents of the Louisiana Guardsman are PAID not necessarily the official views of, endorsed by, the U.S. Government, Permit No. G 5 Dept of Defense, Dept. of the Army, or the Louisiana National Guard. Arabi, La. Page 2 LOUISIANA GUARDSMAN MARCH/APRIL 1990 Louisiana National Guard Up for Army Communities of Excellence Award By 1LT Maria L. Jonkers The Army Communities of Ex- State PAO cellence program is based on the prin- ciple that communities support people The Louisiana National Guard was best by combining services. Totally in- one of five finalists chosen for the Ar- volved, committed caring communities my Communities of Excellence Award. cause soldiers and their families to feel First prize in the competition is better about themselves, the communi- $250,000. Second prize is $150,000 and ty and the Army. Thus, Army com- Mr. John Carbone (Ret) President of the Washington Artillery's Veterans Associa- third is $100,000. munities have a crucial role in tion and COL Emile J. St. Pierre, Past President present a check to MG Stroud Other states in the running are Ten- recruiting, retention, and overall for the Friends of the Museum organization. The Washington nessee, Arkansas, Pennsylvania and readiness. Artillery's Veteran's Association has pledged to donate $5.000 to the museum yearly. North Carolina. (241st PAD Photo) A four man National Guard Bureau The Louisiana National Guard has Army Communities of Excellence site excelled in that role, evident in its high team visited each state for one day of retention rate, and its high strength observation. percentaga LTC Richard A. Wiegel, LTC Alfred Taylor, and LTC Dennis McKnight The educational benefits, the family represented the National Guard services programed the facilities at Bureau. Mr. Larry Black represented Jackson Barracks and Camp the Department of the Army. Beauregard were just a few of the Central to the Army Communities of many reasons why the Louisiana Ar- Excellence program is an abiding com- my National Guard was singled out for mitment to excellence in services and the nomination. The committee will facilities. make its decision in mid-April.

CRT Ronald M. Edwards (far right) and SGM Larry J. Boudreaux (second from right) of the 769th Engineer present a check for $2500 to MG Ansel Stroud for the Friends of the Jackson Barracks Museum organization. The 769th raised the money for the expansion effort through donations and a raffle. (Far left, MG Ansel M. Stroud; second from left, CSM Harold Cook, State Command Sergeant Major) (State PAO Photo)

Col Kenneth Ross (center) commander and LTC Harry Trosclair (right) Air Guard Executive Support Staff Officer presents The with Air National Guard Headquarters applications for membership in the Friends of the Jackson Barracks Museum organization. The headquarters of the ANG is the first unit to achieve full membership in the Museum organization. (State PAO Photo)

Front Cover: Louisiana National Guard engineers drove the first piling in early April for the con- struction of the museum annex at Jackson Barracks. The foundation will require MSG Jewell White of the 205th Engineer Battalion presents a check for $679 to over one hundred pilings driven to a depth of thirty-five feet. (Photo by 1LT Maria MG Ansel Stroud for the Friends of the Jackson Barracks Museum organization. L. Jonkers, State PAO) The 205th raised the money for the expansion effort through a raffle. Extreme left: LTC James McCall, battalion commander; extreme right, CSM Harold Cook, State Command Sergeant Major. (State PAO Photo)

This newspaper is an authorized publication for members "of the Loui- siana Army and Air National Guard. Contents of the Louisiana Guardsman CHIEF OF S1AFF HOTLINE Louisiana Guardsman are not necessarily the official views, or The Adjutant General, La. Army endorsed by, the U.S. Government, and Air National Guard Department of Defense, Department of Maj. Gen. Ansel M. Stroud. Jr. the Army, or the Louisiana National Guard. Chief of Staff Original articles pertaining to Loui- Col. James K. Corley siana National Guard units or in- Public Affairs Officer dividuals that would be of interest to the 1LT Maria L. Jonkers Guard community may be submitted to: La. National Guard, Office of the AG, 1-800-223-6786 LANG-PAO (2LT Jonkers), Jackson Bar- racks, New Orleans, La. 70146-0330. MARCH/APRIL 1990 LOUISIANA GUARDSMAN Page3 Guardsman Assists Panamanian Rebuild By SSG Angela L. Linsey 126th Public Affairs Detachment BALBOA, Panama — In the aftermath ficials to get civil and government of "Operation Just Cause," Louisiana flights up and running WUPQ DE ENLACE DE LAS Army National Guardsman MAJ Robert The ultimate goal of the Public Forces FUERZAS NORTEAMERICANAS Mock has played a key role in the Liaison Division was to transfer respon- YUFUERZAPUBLICADEPMA rebuilding of Panama. sibilities from U.Si forces to the Panama- Mock, a member of HHC, 204th Area nian government. Support Group began a six-month Mock was selected to assist rebuilding assignment in Panama last October. efforts because of his business He started his active duty short tour background. "My talents were in human, as a logistical operations officer. But days resource management, and organizing after the December 20 military interven- seemingly impossible situations," Mock tion. Mock was assigned to the Panama- said. "I approach military issues from a nian Public Force Liaison Division, U.S. business prospective." Military Support Group, to bridge the This approach has sent Mock on gap between the U.S. and Panamanian several short tours (under six months I governments and re-establish law and each) to military installations around MAJ Robert Mock, HQ, 204th Area Support Group, acts as liaison between US. order. the world. A former truck-line owner and Panamanian governments in the nation building efforts during his tour in 'The Panamanians had no system for from Baton Rouge, he now works Panama. (Photo by SSG Angela Linsey, Michigan National Guard) getting equipment or people organized," primarily with the military through the Mock said. "It was my job to help them short tour program. get set up and become functional." Mock was in Panama one year ago on Among other responsibilities, Mock a short tour assignment as a logistical coordinated training of the Panamanian operations officer. Only two months after Education Benefits to Change National Police, a division of the his return to the States, he was sent Panamanian Public Force. This includ- back to Panama. These two tours gave ed getting needed equipment, such as Mock the opportunity to see Panama By CRT William C. Ratcliff (MGIB) and the Tuition Assistance uniforms, cars, radios and weapons. before, during and after the December Education Services Office (TA) programs. A brochure with all While U-Si Army Reserve soldiers work intervention. these changes will soon be available Members of the Louisiana National with the new police force, Mock ensured "The confusion that follows a war is Guard are seeing many changes in Beginning October 1, 1990, the training was standardized and submit- unbelievable," Mock said."And I was in their educational assistance programs. MGIB will be expanded to replace the ted situation "reports to U.S. military a position to help alleviate that confu- Most of these are positive changes and TA program entirely. Areas of in- officials. sion by being directly involved in the re- in the federal assistance pro- creased MGIB coverage will be: * As approving authority for use of the establishment of a democratic govern- grams like the Montgomery GI Bill Panamanian air service. Mock also ment that was once corrupt and wrong. a. Cooperative Training ($112 p/mo) worked closely with Panamanian of- Not from a distance, but right up front." b. Correspondence Courses (55*^ reimburse me nt) c. Independent Study ($35 p/mo) d. Non-college Degree (same rates as college degree) e. Refresher Training (charge to entitlement) f. On-Job-Training & Apprenticeship ($105 p/mo - 1st 6 mo; $77 p/mo 2nd TODAY. 6 mo; $49 p/mo remainder) g. Flight Training will be available from 30 Sep 90 through 30 Sep 94 at If you need help doing your taxes, call or visit your 607t reimbursement when a pilot loral IRS office. And make your taxes less taxing. Eyes Can Get license and other requirements are "SUNBURNED" met. Make your taxes less taxing. h. A second four-year degree may be Do them today American Forces Information Service pursued if the member has remaining entitlement. However, training above Indoor tanning devices can damage more than the skin. the undergraduate level will not be According to the Atlanta-based Cen- allowed. ters for Disease Control, eye doctors are seeing significant numbers of patients for eye injuries related to tanning de- vices. Many of the eye injuries involve the cornea. Overexposure to ultraviolet rays can damage the retina and burn the Reserve/Guard IDT Course Offered cornea. Repeated exposure over the years can change the structure of the eye By MAJ Chris Laborde Repairman), 71L (Clerk Typist), 73C (Carpentry & Masonry Specialist), 51K lens so that it begins to cloud, forming a C4152d USARF School (Finance Specialist), 76Y (Unit Supp- (Plumber), 62E (Heavy Construction cataract. If left untreated, cataracts re- ly Specialist), 76P (Materials Equipment Operator), 63B (Light sult in blindness. Whether you're a newly assigned Specialist), 88H (Cargo Handler), 88N Wheel Vehicle Mechanic). 63T The Food and Drug Administration re- private to your first unit or an officer (Cargo Specialist), 94B (Food Service (BRADLEY Fighting Vehicle System quires that tanning salons direct all cus- tomers to wear protective eye goggles, be- with many years of experience in the Specialist), Phases one, three, and five Mechanic), 76C (Equipment Records cause closing the eyes, using cotton wads Army Reserve/National Guard, the of the Officer Advance Course, and and Parts Specialist), 76Y (Unit Supp- or wearing ordinary sun glasses doe.s not 4152d USARF School located in New Phases one, three, and five of the Com- ly Specialist), and 88M (Motor provide enough protection from the inten- Orleans probably has a course to fit mand & General Staff College. Transport Operator). sity of ultraviolet radiation in tanning de- your military educational needs. Dur- During the period July 14-28, the Individuals interested in enhancing vices. Although natural sunlight can also ing fiscal (school) year 1990 the school 4152d will return to Camp their military educational re- result in eye damage, people are more quirements should contact their first aware that their eyelids are burning is offering the following IDT courses: Beauregard, Louisiana, to conduct its when they are outside. Skin exposed to BNOC (four classes), PLDC (four third annual "Schoolhouse to the line supervisor. Units interested m the ultraviolet light indoors remains cool, classes), NBC Team training, 51B Soldier" program. The following 4152d's schedule of courses should con and it's possible to be burned without (Carpentry & Masonry Specialist), 54B courses will be taught: 11B (Infan- tact MSG Ronnie Maitin at i504) knowing it. (NBC Specialist), 67N (Helicopter trymrfn). 31K (Combat Signaler), 51B 568-1247. Page 4 LOUISIANA GUARDSMAN MARCH/APRIL 1990 Commands Discuss Common Concerns at Conference

By 1LT Maria Jonkers "For the first time in history we are representing from the Directorate of State PAO experiencing the demobilization of an " .. stressed that Manpower Management, Personnel Army manned by volunteers. The Ar- commanders be and Administration, and the Judge Ad- my Program calls for the elimination vocate General. A com ma ridel's/staff conference was of 260,000 soldiers - 136,000 from the allowed to command..". Lindsay stressed that this program held at Cp. Beauregard during the se- Army; 60,000 from the Army Reserve; was a command program and could not cond week of March. Battalion com- and 76,000 from the National Guard. He urged those present not to get be delegated to the full-time technician manders, their sergeants major, and The plan is for a balanced reduction - bogged down in their decision making or first sergeant. their staff met for three days. one from the active Army and one from and to use simple common sense when There were break out sessions for Each major command gave a presen- the Reserve Component Forces," he interpreting the intent of a regulation sergeants major, commanders and ex- tation on their efforts in attaining the said. or policy. Several awards were ecutive officers, S-ls, S-2s, S-3s, and LAARNG Goals and Objectives. presented and congratulations were S-4s. Each group received briefings COL Arthur Abercrombie; Special Stroud also stressed that com- given to the 769th Engineer Battalion, from the appropriate directorate. Assistant to the Adjutant General manders be allowed to command. and the 528th Engineer Battalion for spoke to the group about the benefits receiving the US Army Superior Unit A retirement ceremony for MSG of the Community Action Programs "If we're not trusting these com- Award. Jack Moran, Senior Louisiana Military "conducted by each unit. manders to do their jobs then why BG Charles Lindsay, Deputy STARC Academy instructor wqs held during MG A.M. Stroud addressed the possi- aren't we getting rid of them. Other- Commander discussed the Drug and the weekend (see sidebar). Moran ble effects of force reduction for the Na- wise, let them do what they are there Alcohol Abuse Prevention and retired after 37 years of Military tional Guard. to do," he said. Counseling Program with the aid of Service.

CRT Gary Stewart of the 935th Engineer Detachment receives the Fifth U.S. Army CPT Jerry Crook of B, 527th Engineer Battalion (Combat Heavy) receives Outstanding Training Award for 1989 for company/Detach- the Fifth U.S. Army Outstanding Training Award for 1989 for Army National Guard ment authorized Strength under 76 category during the Commanders/Staff Con- Company/Detachment authorized strength over 75 category. ference. (State PAO Photo)

LTC Stafford Landry, LAARNG recruiting and retention manager received the Direc- tors Challenge Bowl from TAG at the Commanders/Staff Conference. The Director 1LT Robert J. Hyver, Jr, Detachment Commander, 773d Maint Bn, was selected of the Army National Guard established a strength management program called the 1989 Fifth US Army Company Level Commander of the Year. He was presented the Directors Challenge. Each state and territory was given a strength requirement with a Dept. of the Army Certificate of Achievement by the Adjutant General dur- and all 54 entitles were competing against that number and the other entitles. ing the Commanders/Staff Conference. (State PAO Photo) Louisiana emerged as the clear winner. (State PAO Photo) MARCH/APRIL 1990 LOUISIANA GUARDSMAN Page 5

CRT Bobby Black, 3671st Maintenance Company commander received a plaque (rom MG A.M. Stroud in recognition of the company's exemplary Annual Training. The following extraction from their Forscom Form 1-R was read to the Com- mander/Staff Conference attendees: Corporal Leonard W. Wiggins, Jr. received the Soldier's Medal for heroism for his The 3671st Maintenance company is a technically proficient, well organized and actions on 23 Sep 1988 while assigned to Company B, 199th Support Battalion. well led unit which justifiably takes pride in its abilities and accomplishments. The Corporal Wiggins, without regard to his own safety, entered a burning automobile units productivity was clearly above the average of other Maintenance units train- through heavy flames and saved an unconscious high school student. He again ing at the equipment maintenance center-Europe. They made a substantial con- entered the flames in a vain attempt to save a second passenger (see story, Sep/Oct tribution to the European theatre maintenance mission and ably represented the 1989 issue, page 3). The award was presented before the attendees of the Com- Army National Guard and the state of Louisiana to both active army and local Ger- manders/Staff Conference and Wiggins family. (State PAO Photo) man national personnel. (State PAO Photo) ^'Commanders Must Emphasize Maintenance

BY LTC EARL P. SANTOS To increase unit readiness and keep IDT period. command emphasis in maintenance by battalion/MACOM commanders ap- The maintenance supervisor will requesting a courtesy COMET inspec- "Who is responsible for Main- prised of their equipment status, COL review all DA Form 2404 submitted tion in conjunction with his Command tenance?" asked COL William Walter R. Weaver, (Director of Surface and take appropriate corrective action. Inspection, to evaluate the battalion's Thomas, during his presentation to the Maintenance) announced a new Unit By close of business on Sunday of the maintenance program. CPT Marc Battalion Maintenance Officers (BMO). Level Maintenance Monitoring Pro- IDT period, all DA Forms 5504 will be McNeal (MATES) was designated "Is it the commander: Maintenance cedure Program. (See LANG-DMT submitted to the Readiness NCO to be Team Chief and with the assistance of Manager? NCO? First Line Super- Memorandum dated March 9, 1990, delivered to the appropriate supporting seven highly qualified maintenance visor? Or Operator?" COL Thomas Subject: Unit Level Maintenance QMS, by the Tuesday following the IDT personnel, conducted the COMET. Dur- paused and then in his articulate man- Monitoring). Basically, the procedures period. The OMS foreman will review ing the four days, the team inspected ner said, "all of the above!!" The BMOs are as follows: the forms and brief the appropriate everything from kitchen ranges to 109 did not need any further clarification At the beginning of an IDT (Satur- battalion/MACOM commanders as to howitzers (tank). At the conclusion of of who is responsible for maintenance. day) period and prior to the operation the IDT maintenance ac- the COMET inspection, CPT. McNeal "However," said LTC Earl Santos, "let of equipment, the qualified assigned complishments. Maintenance outbriefed MAJ Appe and left him us face a basic fact at the outset: unless operator conducts PMCS (DA Form Managers need to review the copies of the DA Forms 2404, also with there is command emphasis on 2404) which, upon completion, be sign- memorandum for specific details in im- observations in which the battalion can maintenance in your unit, your efforts ed by the operator and his first line plementing this program. Com- improve their maintenance posture. to improve maintenance will be very supervisor. Deficiencies/shortcomings manders should include monitoring of This is another classical example of difficult." These two keys statements that can be corrected will not be listed this program during their Command "Command emphasis starting at the were discussed with the 22 BMOs or on DA Form 2404. The PMCS's will be Inspection Program (CIP). top." But it is important at all levels of their representative at the Com- turned, into the unit's maintenance MAJ Glenn Appe, Battalion Com- command. Company/Battery com- mander's Conference held at Camp section by noon on Saturday on the mander, 17141st FA Bn, showed his manders must show it, leaders Beauregard. must show it, squad leaders must show LTC Santos further stated "Com- it. manders must emphasize Congratulations to MSG Joseph G. maintenance They must show interest King (LANG-DMT) for his outstanding in maintenance and be aware of MAINTENANCE PUBLICATIONS 4. LANG-DMT Memorandum dated efforts in complying with USAMC maintenance status in their unit. RECENTLY DISTRIBUTED TO THE 19 Jan 90, Subject: Monitoring Material Readiness Support Activity's Without this emphasis, there is no real FIELD Material Condition Status of Equip- requirements for instituting the Stan- driving force to make maintenance ment Issued to LAARNG. dard Army Maintenance System happen." Members of the Directorate of 1. LANG-DMT Memorandum dated 5. LANG-DMT Memorandum dated (SAMS). Louisiana Army National Surface Maintenance staff briefed the 9 Nov 89, Subject: Performing 9 Mar 90, Subject: Supply Performance Guard was the first state to implement BMOs in the areas of duties/respon- Maintenance to Standards. Measures Report for Class IX Items. the SAMS program. 2. LANG-DMT Memorandum dated sibilities, TAMMS, COMET/MAIT Pro- 6. LANG-DMT Memorandum dated First Sergeant Philip G. Boyd, grams, supply requisitioning and 18 Dec 89, Subject: Policy on Unit PLL OMS#5 and soldiers of his facility are Stored in Trucks and/or Trailers at the 9 Mar 90, Subject: Unit Level Material Condition Status. Maintenance Monitoring. to be congratulated for being awarded LTC Robert L. Jones closed the OMS, the "NGB Award for Efficiency in weekend session by discussing the 3. LANG-DMT Memorandum dated 7. LANG-DMT Memorandum dated Maintenance, "FY 89." This ajvard is results of his staff visits throughout the 9 Jan 90, Subject: Arms Vault 9 Mar 90, Subject: Class DC Procedures presented annually in recognition of LAARNG units and how we can im- Dehumidifiers. for AT-90. having achieved the highest standards prove upon the maintenance deficien- of maintenance efficiency in the State cies that were noted. of Louisiana. Pages LOUISIANA GUARDSMAN MARCH/APRIL 1990 First Sergeants: 'Where the Rubber Meets the Road1

Twenty-seven Louisiana National Guard soldiers graduates in February from the NCO Academy's First Sergeant Course, with the top two graduates both from the 256th Infan- try (mechanized). Brigade Deputy Commander COL Carrol J. Frederick and CSM John Quebedeaux were on hand for the occasion. During his remarks the State Com- mand Sergeant Major Harold B. Cook thanked the family members for their support. "You make our jobs a damn sight easier," he said. "The first sergeant is the most in- fluential member of the unit," he said to the graduates. "Commanders come and go, but you provide the stability, the continuity and the spirit. It's one of the hardest jobs in the Army, but it's also one of the most enjoyable and rewarding." SFC Roger D. Maxey of Company E, 3rd Battalion, 156th received Award from CMSGT Patrick L. Brady, Association President. "There was still competition" Max- ey said. "This award could have gone Graduates of the 1st Sgt Course from the 256th Infantry Brigade. Front Row, left to right: SFC Jerry L. Ned, HHC, 3rd to any member. It's quite an honor. I Bn, 156th Inf; 1SG William A. Raney, HHC, 3rd Bn, 156th In); SFC Roger D. Maxey, Company E, 3rd Bn, 156th Inf: SFC accept it humbly." Maxey was the first Derrell A. Meyers Jr. Troop E, Cavalry. Back row, left to right: 1SG James C. Robinson, Company A, 199th Spt Bn; SFC NCO out of 13 classes to receive the John H. Whitehead, Company B, 1st Bn, 156th Armor; 1SG Kirby J. Landry, Company A, 2nd Bn, 156th Infantry; SFC Lee Enlisted Association Award. This D.P. Louviere, Company E, 3rd Bn, 156th Inf; 1SG Edward C. Hudson, Company D, 3rd Bn, 156th Inf. (Photo by SPC Bernie award is not given out every cycle. Chaillot, 256th Inf Bde PIO) The First Sergeant Course was designed to develop the First and Physical Readiness and become a first sergeant" continued respect them. Enforce the standards - Sergeant's expertise in those areas Appearance CSM Cook. "We expect you to be tac- do not walk past a mistake; stop and directly within his area of responsibili- Emphasis throughout the course was tically and technically competent. fix it. Read the creed of the NCO if you ty. Major subject areas included on the assigned and inherent duties, Know and trust your subordinate. need to brush up on mission, you are Military Studies, Leadership and responsibilities and authority of the Stress fundamentals. Care for your where the rubber meets the road. Go Human Relations, Enlisted Personnel First Sergeant. soldiers - Don't just feed them and pay back to your units and make us proud, Management, Unit Administration, "We expect more of you once you them, but train them, push them and " he concluded. Best Mess Awarded to 199th Su rt Battalion

by CPT Eric P. Jensen The cooks of HHD 199th Support advisor) knows about sanitation. He There are about 16 people on the team Del 4, HHC 256th Brigade Battalion in Alexandria were recently stresses that all the time You keep the they said. The men stressed that thii named "Best Food Service Section" in cold foods cold and the hot foods hot. was "an evaluation, not an inspection.1 As the battalion S-4 put it, "the the 256th Infantry Brigade (Mech.) There is less chance of bacteria con- Guardsmen of the 199th Support Bat- which includes a lot of food service sec- tamination." The food service section evaluate] talion might complain about the tions. From there, the HHD section Gilmore noted that normally, a food said there is a 600 point scale in detei weather, or the job, or the stress, but went in to compete on the state level. service section will take up the most mining the top food service section the one thing they will not complain As part of the competition, the section square footage of any other section in with some areas carrying more weigh about is the chow." With an award- was evaluated by a state team of food the company - three acres of ground. than others. Among the more impoi winning food service section, it's easy service section personnel during a field "It takes about three to four houre to tant areas evaluated was command ir to see why. exercise check and observe food preparation and terest, he added. the handling of the food," Gilmore As the "Best Food Service Section "We look over the field kitchen layout noted. "Vfe also make sure they use the in the brigade, the HHD section wa and the food storage, preparation, recipe cards and start the food cooking awarded a plaque during Family Da sanitation and safety" said WO2 Paul phase on time; we also check how they ceremonies in December. Food Servic Gilmore, Director of Logistics. "We also serve the food." Sergeant SSG Newman Dupas a check the cook's knowledge of the cepted the plaque on behalf of his se equipment and procedures. We want to "The last soldier in line deserves the tion which included SGT Geral know 'if they know how to operate it?' same quantity of food as the first Smith, first cook; SGT Willie Thoma and 'what they do if something soldier in line," he added. second cook; SPC Deborah Coopt breaks?' We challenge their minds - to In addition to checking food service thii-d cook; and SGT Maurice Jacksc make them think about it." routines, Gilmore's team evaluated the and SGT- Richard Nichols, cook Gilmore seemed pleased with the cooks on basic soldier skills. maintenance. HHD food service section's field opera- "I like to get the younger cooks and Bottrell, who spends a good amou tion, spotting only a few minor inn-ac- test them on their fighting positions of time with the HHD food service st tions. He said the evaluation was moi-e and NBC," he said. "By their answers, tion, said the group prepares food f of a teaching experience than anything I know if the food service NCO is train- about 120 people else ing these people." "For a unit to be selected and to coi Assisting Gilmore in the field evalua- pete (for the Connelly Awaixi) is a gre "I stress personal hygiene and sanita- tions were SSG Lee McDaniel and SSG seal of excellence fo»the unit," Bottii tion practices," Gilmore said. "One George Lovell, both pail of the Food said. "It's the icing on the cake to bullet will kill one soldier. One bad Management Assistance Team. The selected for the competition. It sho meal will kill a whole battalion. group helps in food service section that any mission can be completed Richard Bottrell (Brigade food service paperwork, training and evaluation. there is teamwork involved." MARCH/APRIL 1990 LOUISIANA GUARDSMAN Page 7 FDA Reports Pros And Cons Of Over-The-Counter Drugs

By Evelyn D. Harris in 1987 alone—based primarily on American Forces Information Service less time lost from work and money spent on doctor visits, as well as the The Army and Air Force Exchange greater costs of prescription drugs. Services Support offices report that For all over-the-counter products, sales of over-the-counter medicines Young warned, it is important to read have increased dramatically over the the warnings and follow the instruc- past decade. Their civilian tions on the label. He said the Food counterparts report the same. and Drug Administration requires Americans use over-the-counter non-prescription-drug labels to be remedies for a wide variety of more detailed than prescription ailments—from antihistamines for labels so consumers can properly use hay fever to first-aid sprays for cuts. the products without the advice of a In fact, six out of 10 medications in health professional. our homes were bought without a Non-prescription drugs are required prescription. We treat four times as to warn users about potential pro- many common health problems with blems. Some may warn you not to non-prescription drugs as we take to give the medicine to children or peo- a physician. ple with certain medical conditions; Far from being alarmed by this others may tell about possible Alcohol Poses Risks Before trend, Food and Drug Administration adverse reactions. Here are some of Commissioner Dr. Frank E. Young, the most common warnings: a rear admiral in the Commissioned "Do not drive or operate heavy And After Pregnancy Corps of the U.S. Public Health Ser- machinery while taking this product, vice, sees it as a positive sign of the "Drugs that can cause drowsiness By Evelyn D. Harris may be reduced or missing. American Forces Information Service willingness of Americans to take usually carry this warning or a Studies show that the more responsibility for their health. similar statement on the label. If you drink while you're pregnant, alcoholic beverages the mother But military and public health of- "If you are pregnant or nursing a your unborn child is "bellying up to drinks, the greater the risks to her ficials stress the importance of baby, seek the advice of a health pro- the bar" as well. Just as the baby. While high levels of alcohol con- responsible use of over-the-counter fessional before using this product. nutritious food you eat crosses the sumption are needed to produce all health products. "Because some drugs can reach the placenta to your unborn child, so does the symptoms of fetal alcohol syn- To help consumers use good judge- fetus through the placenta or reach alcohol-and in the same concentration drome, alcohol-related birth defects ment in self-treatment, Young wrote the baby through the mother's breast in the baby's bloodstream as yours. have appeared in babies whose A Doctor's Advice on Self Care, a new milk, it is important to consult a doc- According to Jessica Harding, the mothers drank smaller amounts. consumer brochure published jointly tor about possible effects on the baby civilian at the Naval Military Person- by the Food and Drug Administration before using a drug. nel Command who heads DoD's Drug Thus, for every child born with full- blown fetal alcohol syndrome, there and the Proprietary Association, a "If symptoms persist for more than and Alcohol Abuse Working group, trade association representing non- 10 days, consult a physician. "This drinking during pregnancy is the were several born with only some of the features of the syndrome prescription-drug manufacturers. type of statement warns that overuse third most common cause of birth The difference between prescription of a particular medicine may mask a defects and mental retardation. ("alcohol-related defects"). In- dividuals vary in the amount of and non-prescription drugs is spelled serious condition, so it should not be "Until recently, doctors believed out in the Federal Food, Drug and taken longer than a certain period of that light drinking during pregnan- alcohol they can consume without harming their babies, which is why Cosmetic Act. It says that drugs time without checking with a doctor. cy would not adversely affect fetal most experts recommend that preg- which are habit-forming or unsafe for "Do not drink alcoholic beverages development," said Harding. "Recent nant women refrain from drinking use, except under a doctor's supervi- while taking this product. "It is studies show that, even in moderate altogether. sion, can be dispensed only with a usually not a good idea to mix drugs amounts, alcohol is related to increas- It may be that women aren't the on- prescription. Drugs that are general- and alcohol especially if the drug can ed heart rates and respiratory abnor- ly ones who should be careful. Har- ly considered safe for the consumer to cause drowsiness. malities in newborns and to the ding said recent research indicates use by following the required In addition to reading the warn- newborn's difficulty in adjusting to that the father's pattern of drinking label directions and warnings are ings, the Food and Drug Administra- normal sounds and lights." before conception may also influence available over the counter. tion commissioner said to check the After studying numerous infants offspring. One study found that in- In 1972, the Food and Drug Ad- package for evidence of tampering. born to mothers who drank heavily fants whose fathers were "regular ministration began taking a hard Most non-prescription drugs have (two or more ounces of alcohol per day drinkers"-an average of two drinks look to see which prescription tamper-resistant seals; make sure was considered heavy drinking) dur- daily during the months before medicines could be safely made they aren't broken. Also, check the ing pregnancy, researchers noted a conception-were an average of 6.4 available without prescription and product itself for evidence of specific pattern of abnormalities ounces lighter than those born to oc- which non-prescription drugs were tampering. which they called the "fetal alcohol casional drinkers. This effect was still unsafe. Because non-prescription medicines syndrome." present after controlling for maternal As a result of the review, more than are convenient and can save money, Characteristics of the syndrome drinking, smoking and other factors. 200 products on the market today experts predict American spending are: were available only by prescription in for these products will grow from $8.6 Newborns are shorter and lighter Other studies have indicated the 1976. Some examples include low- billion in 1986 to as much as $23 than average; they don't catch up father's drinking may have adverse dose hydrocortisone creams for it- billion in 1995. However, said Young, even after special postnatal care; effects on offspring-including an in- ching, the pain reliever ibuprofen and "The continued success of this trend Heart defects; creased incidence in psychiatric several antihistamines and nasal will depend on how well you, the con- Central nervous system damage, disorders, hyperactivity and decreas- decongestants. Young said research sumer, exercise judgement about how resulting in mental retardation, poor ed intellectual functioning. In some indicates that the use of these and and when to self-treat and how we in ability to focus attention, delayed of these studies, children born to other non-prescription medicines may the medical profession work with you motor development, hyperactivity heavy drinking fathers were adopted have saved Americans $10.5 billion in your self-care." and irritability; by the other families after the birth, Abnormally small heads, indicating that the problems may be sometimes with bulging or receding genetic. foreheads, and flat cheeks; "Parents make all kinds of Smaller eyes with drooping eyelids; sacrifices for their children once sometimes crossed or nearsighted they're born," said Harding. "But one

m PageS LOUISIANA GUARDSMAN MARCH/APRIL 1990 Soldiers and NCOs of the Year

SPC Johnny D. Lassiter, SPC Peter Denux Company C, 3rd Bn, NGB Academy 156th Inf AGR Soldier of the Year for M-Day Soldier of the Year the Louisiana National for the Louisiana Army Guard National Guard

SGT David A. Shorey. 256th Engineer Company, M-Day SPC Mack H. McBride, Company D, 1st Battalion. 156th SPC James Juneau. Del 2, 'La. Military Academy' HQ SFC Ray J. Brasseaux, II. Region VI. NCO Academy. NCO of the Year. 256th Infantry Brigade Infantry, AGR Soldier of the Year. 256th Infantry Brigade STARC M-Day Soldier of tht- Year. HQ STARC AGR NCO of the Year. HQ STARC. The four finalists in each category will represent the Louisiana Na- tional Guard at the 5th Army 1990 FORSCOM Soldier and NCO Competition in May. SSG William F. Anderson. HHC. 3rd Battalion, 156th In SPC John H. Crimes, 2226th Transportation Company, SGT Arleatha Simmons, HQ, State Area Command. fantry. AGR NCO of the Year, 256th Infantry Brigade M-Day Soldier of the Year. 204th Area Support Group M Day NCO of the Year. HQ STARC rr

MARCH/APRIL 1990 LOUISIANA GUARDSMAN Page 9 for the Louisiana National Guard

SGT Tanya R. Whitney SGT Michael A. Lee Company D, Company B, 528th Engr Bn 1st Bn, 244th Avn AGR NCO of the Year for M Day NCO of the Year for the Louisiana Army the Louisiana Army National Guard National Guard

SPC Glen T. Tbrtorich. 241st Public Affaire Detachment, SPC John M. Roach. 159th Mobile Army Surgical SPC Robert J. Charpenter, HHC, 769th Engineer Bat SSG Michael Herring, 205th Engineer Battalion, M-Day M Day Soldier of the Year, Troop Command Hospital. AGR Soldier of the Year, Troop Command talion, M Day Soldier of the Year. 225th Engineer Group NCO of the Year, 225th Engineer Group

SFC Daniel W. Stewart. HHC, 1st Battalion, 244th Avn, SSG James E. Dunn, 239th Military Police Company. SSG Charles W. Hartman. Det 1. 1086th Transportation SPC Steven O. Adcox, Company C. 527th Engineer Bat- AGR NCO of the Year, Troop Command M Day NCO of the Year. 204th Area Support Group Company, AGR NCO of the Year. 204th Area Support talion. AGR Soldier of the Year, 225th Engineer Group Group Page 10 LOUISIANA GUARDSMAN MARCH/APRIL 1990 205th Engineers Prepare For Honduran Mission

By CW2 Louis Joseph During the POM itself, there were 205th Engr Bn PAO ten stations set up in the drill hall in Bogalusa. Among these were security "It's the real thing," as the saying clearance and fingerprint cards, health goes. But this time It is the real thing records check, a legal brief, a family for the engineers of the 205th Bat- assistance brief, and a financial record talion, headquartered in Bogalusa. It's check. real because the process for Overseas Movement conducted by the 205th in In addition to the ten stations, there February was to prepare them to was HIV testing, drug testing, Pile deploy to Honduras during the April- Driving School, 51B USAR School, May time frame. Weapons Competition, and Visitor's The mission of the 205th Bn will be Briefing. In all, there were 710 soldiers with a priority to safety and force pro- processed. tection. The 205th Engr Bn will The 205th received a command visit MAJ Jim Kutch gives a legal briefing to troops of the 205th Engineer Battalion mobilize and deploy in two task from COL Giering, 225th Group Com- in preparation of an Overseas Deployment to Honduras for annual training (205th organized company teams, 27 Apr 90 mander. The 51B USAR School was Engr Bn PAO Photo) and 11 May 90. They will conduct two validated by COL Diaz, 4152 USAR, seventeen day combined joint field the ADAPC was validated by COL training exercises in Honduras, con- Evans, the POM inspection (LANG- duct horizontal and vertical construc- MOBE) was done by MAJ Davidson of tion in support of Task Force 420, and Headquarters STARC, the POM ac- State Park Improvement redeploy to home station. creditation, by CPT Mack of the 5th When asked to state his mission Army and also POM accreditation was priorities, LTC James R. McCall, bat- done by SSG Aviar of the 420th Task Grant for Louisiana Guard talion commander, responded, "My Force. mission priorities in this order are: train safely, force protection, troop sup- The 205th received support from the By 1LT Maria L. Jonkers Each hookup will include a concrete port, maintenance, accountability, 31st JAG Detachment of Baton Rouge State PAO pad, a gravel apron, and a gravel pic- engineer construction, and civic action and the JAG Officers of the 225th Engr nic area which will include a picnic activities." Group. The Louisiana National Guard was table, barbecue pit, lantern pole, and one of three National Guard organiza- refuse collection. tions chosen to receive a $100,000 The allocated funds are to cover the allocation by the National Guard cost of the material. The work will be Bureau for construction and impVove- accomplished by guard engineers in ment in state park and recreation annual training status. areas. A company from the 527th Engineer This will be the second time in the Battalion will be the first on site from two year history of this program that 10-22 June. They will be followed by a Louisiana Guard engineers have been company from the 528th Engineers selected to participate. from June 24 through July 6. The work should be completed by the 769th This year's project will see the con- Engineers during the period 8-20 July. struction of a half mile road, a bath house, and 30 campsite hookups at the A formal ground breaking ceremony Indian Creek Recreation area in Wood- at the Indian Creek Site will be held worth, Louisiana. in April.

JV-JTV Guard Soldiers Activated - ' Soldiers of Co A 527th Engr Bn continue their clean-up by removing many piles of tree limbs and debris. Pulpwood trucks could be seen in the middle of the ac- After Destructive Tornadoes tion, assisting homes owners by removing trees from private property. (527th Engr Bn)

By SGT Charles M. Curry front-end loaders, dump trucks, back- "• Co A, 527th Engr Bn hoes, and chain saws. While several homes and businesses received major On the night of 19 January 1990, a damage, Grambling State University tornado touched down in the town of received little damage and there were Grambling, located in Lincoln Parish no serious injuries resulting from the four miles west of Ruston. The tornado storm. created havoc and destruction for a two square mile area in a densely Clean-up was directed by 1SG populated sector of Grambling before Charles F. Lee and SFC James A. leaving the ground and heading North- Barnes, both of A Company. A tactical east. At 4 p.m. the next day, Co A operations center was set up at the 527th Engr Bn, Ruston, LA, received Grambling City Hall. This served as a official notification of State Emergen- communications area for the Guard cy Active Duty. Key Unit personnel and as a central meeting place for went to work notifying unit members other volunteer agencies, such as the and gathering equipment. Local Red Cross. Grambling received many visitors Clean-up operations in Grambling during this time, including MG Ansel Guardsmen are busy cleaning the roadways of Grambling with Front-End Loader. lasted for ten days. 25 guardsmen were M Stroud and CSM Harold B Cook on In the foreground, a tree had fallen during the storm across a Grambling resident's on State Active Duty each day driving 22 January 1990. vehicle. (527th Engr Bn Photo) r

MARCH/APRIL 1990 LOUISIANA GUARDSMAN Page 11 Louisiana Guard Holds Mini-Boot Camp

When SSG Edwaiti Lamuile, HQs Robert Gaines, SGT John McCarthy STARC Louisiana Army National and SPC Mark Daeumer. Corrections Guard, was approached by JROTC to marching techniques were reinforced students of Pearl River High School for by demonstrating proper procedures realistic military training he contacted and push-ups. The JROTC platoon was SFC Wayne Watkins of Company C then divided into three groups with 205th Engineer Battalion for Group I going to the compass course, assistance A mini-boot camp was Group II going to the obstacle course decided upon and the administrative and Group III attending a radio com- and logistic problems began. Where, munication class using the PRC-77 when, and how turned into; where, radio. Groups were then rotated until Camp Villere barracks, mess hall and everyone attended all classes and training areas, when became 12-14 courses. January, and how became "improvise;" MRE's (Meals Ready to Eat) were volunteers from Company C served as issued for the noon meal. Platoon for- Junior ROTC "boots" attempt the obstacle course during the "mini-boot camp" trainers. Medic and female liaison mation was called and everyone held at Camp Villere by Company C of the 205th Engineer Battalion. (Photo by came from 159th MASH and as every transported to the obstacle course for SFC Watkins, 205th Engr Photo) military unit has a supply sergeant, a last run through for Saturday. Upon SSG Roy Deemes stepped forward. completion of the obstacle course, the platoon was forced marched to the bar- Stalling at 2 p.m, Jan. 12,36 JROTC racks area where SSG Kevin Savoie in- members, five females and 31 males, structed a class on NBC warfare began arriving at Camp Villere, (Nuclear, Biological and Chemical). Slidell, from Pearl River, Northshore Every "boot" then had to put on a pro- and St. Pauls High Schools, The tective mask and MOPP gear (Mission JROTC units were Army, Navy and Oriented Protective Posture). Air Force. SSG Lamuile assigned linen, Following the dinner meal First Aid bunks and a barracks to each in classes conducted by 159th Mash dividual. At 3:30 p.m. physical training Medic, PFC Wende Watkins, instructed followed by a short 1 mile run official- the "boots" on field dressings for ly began the mini-boot camp. The wounds and broken bones. 1SG Lane "boots" as they were now called were Lawson then instructed the JROTC then treated to their first meal cook members how to properly apply face ed, as all were, by Company C's First and arm camouflage with camouflage C(xik, SOT Ronald Jar vis. Following paint sticks. This was truly a hands dinner were instructions on the mak- and face on class where each person ing of bunks, clothing requirements, painted another's face Lights out at 10 and lensatic compass. Lights out at 10 p.m. p.m. Sunday wake-up proved the mini- camp was taxing the JROTC members Wake-up at 5 a.m. Saturday found all when PFC Wende Watkins and SSG "boots" dressed and ready to face their Edward Lamuile had to enter the fii-st full day of mini-boot camp. After respective barracks and announce The raw recruits hold their position in formation as they undergo a "mini boot camp" physical training and a one mile run reveille (wake-up). Physical training at Camp Villere. The 36 boots trained in NBC, KP, and D and C during the weekend they were returned to their barracks in and a one mile run was followed by reveille. (Photo by SFC Watkins, 205th Engr Bn Photo) time to view the space shuttle from a barracks clean up and personal hurriedly called formation at 6:11 a.m. hygiene. After breakfast the platoon uniforms was accomplished by 2 pm. by the trainers; Dave McNish of St. Breakfast, as all meals, required thiw was taken to the "grinder" (drill Field) Final formation at 2 p.m. was held Paul, Margaret Sundameyer of Pearl "boots" to perform KP; washing of pots, for two hours of marching. 10 a.m. to and certificates of training for atten- River and co-winners of Northshore pans, and mopping the mess hall. 12 a.m. was dedicated to the obstacle ding the Louisiana Army National were Joseph Martin and t Heath course for a last attempt. Lunch, turn Guard Mini-Boot Camp were presented Wheeler. Martin and Wheeler ex- Drill and ceremonies (marching) was in of linen, barracks and mess hall to all members. An Outstanding emplified the goal that bought the conducted under the direction of SGT clean up, and change into dress Soldier was selected from each school mini-camp into experience: teamwork. 527th Engineers Under Contruction

By SGT Charles M. Curry structors were required to attend a one Company A, 527th Engineer Battalion week school with the 4158th USARF to become qualified to teach. Assistant Thirty-eight soldiers of Co A, 527th instructors are SGT Archie N. Brown, Engr Bn, in Ruston, and Det 1, Co C Co A, and SPC Kevin P. Legendre, Det 527th Engr Bn in Homer, are current- 1 CoC. ly undergoing MOS training in 51B, The course is divided into two phases, Carpentry and Masonry Specialist. IDT, and ADT. IDT training will con- The seven month course was clude 22 Apr 90, the ADT will conclude developed by the 4158th US Army on 23 Jun 90. At that time, each soldier Reserve Forces in Shreveport, to meet meeting the course standards will SPC Thomas M. Meadows (right) and SGT Fred Parsons, Det 1. Co C, the needs of the Louisiana National receive a completion certificate^and be PV2 Russell T. Matthews (left) repair displays a miniature scale flooring Guard in qualifying soldiers in their awarded the 5 IB MOS. They will then the water line to the maintenance system built by SSG Martin as a visual duty MOS. Instructors are Larry M. be returned to their unit of assignment, building at the Homer armory. (527th aid for his classes. (527th Engr Bn Billberry, Co A, 527th; and SSG Ar- qualified to perform the duties within Engr Bn Photo) Photo) thur D. Martin, Det 1, Co C 527th. In- their MO&

• Page 12 LOUISIANA GUARDSMAN MARCH/APRIL 1990 205th Engineers Earn Awards

Battalion Commander LTC James McCall poses with all of the awards. 100% Authorized Strength Award - SFC Greg Wilson accepts for Headquarters Service Company

iuu% Attendance Trophy - 1SG Ronnie Bergeron accepts for headquarters Ser- 100% Authorized Strength Award - SGT Ernie Lard accepts for Detachment 1, vice Company Company A

100% Authorized Strength Award - SFC Herbert McKensie accepts for 100% Authorized Strength Award - 1SG Lane Lawson accepts for Company C Company B MARCH/APRIL 1990 LOUISIANA GUARDSMAN Page 13

NCO Academy students and instructors pass before the reviewing stand in a retirement ceremony for MSG Jack F. Moran, the senior instructor at the Louisiana Military Academy. Moran retired in March at after 34 years in the National Guard (State PAO Photo) La. Military Academy Retires Senior Instructor By SPC Danny P. Keating During a pass and review of the a three time recipient of the Army vice Ribbon, the Humanitarian Service 241st PAD Staff Academy instructors and students mar- Commendation Medal, has twice Medal, the Noncommissioned Officer ched to the podium where Moran and received the Army Achievement Medal Professional Ribbon (4th level), the the Adjutant General stood. and the Louisiana Emergency Service Louisiana Commendation Medal, the MSG Jack F. Moran retired March Moran is a thirty-four year National Medal, and has received the National Louisiana General Excellence Medal, • 9th in a ceremony at Camp Beau- Guard veteran. Including active duty Defense Service Medal, the Korean and the Louisiana Longevity Medal. regard. and Army Reserve, he has thirty-seven Service Medal, the Republic of Korean A native of Texas, Moran resides at During the ceremony, Moran, Senior total years of service. Presidential Unit Citation, the United Camp Beauregard in Pineville, La. He Instructor at the Louisiana Military In addition to the Louisiana Legion Nations Service Medal, a Meritorious is the father of one daughter, Carolyn Academy since Jan. 1989, received the of Merit Award, Moran is a four time Unit Commendation, the Armed Hilton, and one granddaughter, Megan Louisiana Legion of Merit Award. recipient of the Good Conduct Medal, Forces Reserve Medal, an Army Ser- Hilton. 415th Ml BN Offers Language Program The 415th Military Intelligence Bat- as many of the students' senses as talion (Linguist) Basic Acquisition possible. Language Program (BALP) is an in- The Louisiana National Guard in- novative and cost-effective approach to itiated this program as an alternative solving the requirement to train ap- to the Defense Language Institute proximately 180 linguists in the next (DLI) in Monterey, California. DLI has several years. a limited capability to train Reserve French classes and German classes Component linguists. This has been will be conducted over a 12 week period compounded by the simultaneous ac- (85 days) from 19 May to 11 August 90 tivation of five MI linguist at the new Military Education Center over the next four years within the Na- in Ball, Louisiana. tional Guard. Classes will be held eight hours a In addition, prior service attendance day, five days a week with cultural and at DLI is extremely costly and has an language enhancement activities dur- adverse effect on limited school funds. ing the weekend. Finally, due to the length of the There will be three classes of 10-12 language programs at DLI, many The 415th Military Intelligence Battalion commanded by LTC James Meza held on students each, one in French and two recruits, primarily prior-service, are effective date ceremony in its Baton Rouge armory. Organized nearly a year ago, in German. The instructors will be reluctant to enlist. Because of the the December weekend served as its first official drill. An open house for family from the 300th Military Intelligence aforementioned factors, an alternative members was held in conjunction with the effective date ceremonies. The 415th Brigade, Utah ARNG. All instructors language program was considered ab- Ml Battalion will conduct year round annual training, and holds linguist MOSs in will participate in a facility training solutely essential. the languages of German, French, Spanish, Polish, Czechoslovakia!!, and Russian workshop conducted by DLT. Students The long range plan for the BALP is among others. (State PAO Photo) will be a mix of officers and enlisted. to train Louisiana National Guard The desired results is to produce 10 linguists first. Unoccupied slots are French linguists and 20 German then offered to other states. MGIB (Chapter 106) for the same their unit on the Unit Eligibility linguist who can effectively com- The course offered this year will have period of active duty. Report during the April scheduled drill municate on a one to one level as one California Guardsmen attending. Many of the specific details for par- to ensure that they are correctly listed. measured by the Defense Language There have been some limitations ticipating in these areas of increased Members should always remember to Proficiency Test. placed on the program, however. New coverage are forthcoming from the bring any questions about programs The classes will be conducted in an AGR soldiers entering after November Veterans Administration this summer. administered by the Education Ser- immersion setting expect for grammar 28,1989 cannot use their AGR service We will publish that information as it vices Office to their unit first. Units and technical explanations where time after that date to satisfy MGIB becomes available. can now call the Education Services English will be used. Instruction will obligation criteria. Additionally, after On the State Tuition Exemption Pro- Office. develop skills in speaking, listening, December 18, 1989, AGR soldiers may gram (STEP), members planning to at- •iting and reading comprehension U£- not earn entitlement under VEAP tend the Summer 90 academic period »g a combined approach to appeal to (Chapter 32, GI Bill program) and should check their eligibility status at Toll Free 1-800-545-3736 Page 14 LOUISIANA GUARDSMAN MARCH/APRIL 1990 205th Engineers Hit The Target

In only their second attempt, the David Parker, Company A; and PV2 205th Engr Bn Combat Rifle Team Rick Dreiling, Company C. captured the Adjutant General's Championship trophy in February. The The pistol match at Group level was team also won the honor of represen- led by the 205th with the 527th, 528th, ting Louisiana in the Wilson Matches and the 769th Engineer Battalions fall- at Cp, Robinson, Arkansas, in late ing into second through fourth places, August of this year. SPC Sandy Ussery, respectively. 205th team member 1LT 205th team captain, tied for high in- Steve Buck, Det I/Company A, led all dividual rifle honors with a score of 41. pistol shooters with a score of 284 at The 205th's Pistol Team placed second the January match. He was followed by in the competition at Camp team members SGT David Parker, Beauregard on the same day. Company A; 279; SSG Dudley Mixon, Det 1 HSC, 276; and CPT Gary To get to the match at Cp. Starkey, HSC, 269. Also firing for the LAARNG M16 Rifle Championship (L to R) 1LT Steven A. Buck (A/205), Beauregard was no easy feat. The 205th was SPC Chris Gagnon, Com- SPC Chris M. Gagnon (A/205), COL. Edmund J. Giering III (HQ/225), winning rifle team had to defeat four pany A, 267; SPC Michael Matran, SFC Jack Whaley (B/205), SPC Susan A. Spiller (B/205th), SGT David other teams from within the 225th HSC, 259; and 1LT Paul Tbney, HSC, W. Parker (A/205), SFC Sanford R. Ussery (A/205)t PV2 Rick Dreiling Engineer Group. The Group competi- 248. (C/205), SGT Charles WHIo (Det 1 HSC/ 205E), SFC Barney L. Crosby tion was held during January, and the (HSC/205) 205th reigned supreme in both rifle The success of the 205th's teams this and pistol events for the second year in year can be attributed to a number of a row. factors. Command emphasis was evi- In the Group rifle competition, the dent at every level of the team selec- 205th was followed by the 769th, tion process and contributed greatly to 528th, and the 527th Engineer Bat- the outcome Team selection was bas- talions in second through fourth place, ed on a number of factors including respectively. 1LT Steve Buck, Company military appearance, annual weapon A; set the pace with a score of 37. He qualification scores, and the results of was trailed by team members SFC a final selection match. Special thanks Barney Crosby, HSC; SPC Susan to MSG Jewell White, who made Spiller, Company B; and SPC Chris things happen, and to SGT David Gagnon, with 35s. Rounding out the Parker, who served as the team team was SFC Jack Whaley, SGT armorer.

"Today the Army does not require radical change Instead, it needs to focus its efforts on those areas that result in readiness to maintain the current momentum and build LAARNG State .45 Cal Pistol Competition - 2d Place L to R (Front) the Army of the future." 1LT Steven A. Buck (A/205); SPC Michael J. Matran (HSC/205); SFC General Carl E. Vuono Sanford R. Ussery (A/205); SSG Dudley J. Mixon (B/205); SGT David W. Parker (HSC); CPT Gary B. Starkley (205th Engr Bn Photo)

BEFORE HE CAN FOLLOW Sheriffs Association Recognized HIS DREAMS, HE'S GOT TO The Louisiana Sheriffs Association vices. It came upon the recommenda- and its 7,200 employees recently tion of the State Committee and the FOLLOW THE RULES. received the prestigious PRO PATRIA nomination itself was made by Madro •-J—— ~ • AWARD from the Department of Banditries, District Manager of the Defense for its outstanding support of Bureau of Census. It is a national the Guard and Reserve forces in Department of Defense honor given to Louisiana. very few employers. With more than 1.7 million men and women in the The Sheriffs Association has 15 per- Army/Air National Guard and the cent of its employees that participate Reserve Forces of the Army, Marine in Guard/Reserve activities and have Corp, Navy, Air Force, and Coast served above and beyond normal duties Guard, support by employers it vital to Men who don't register with Selective Service aren't eligible for in their support and liaison with the maintaining well trained and ready federal student aid, job training, and most federal employment. Guard and Reserve Forces stationed in forces on the state level. So if you know a man about to turn 18, tell him to register at the Louisiana. This support has not been post office. It only takes five minutes to fill out a simple card. .limited to normal Guard/Reserve ac- The Department of Defense is proud tivities such as joint cooperation in to recognize the Louisiana Sheriffs Selective Service Registration. drug interdiction. Association for its outstanding It's Quick. It's Easy. And It's The Law. The award is one of three that was assistance to the defense of this coun- presented to employers for 1989 ser- try and our American way of life MARCH/APRIL 1990 LOUISIANA GUARDSMAN Page 15 Guardsmen to Study in London

By SPC Kristi L. Moon, is working towards an alternative goal, 241st PAD becoming an English teacher. Peterson feels that one's own personal education College is a dream to many young "makes a difference in how seriously people. It seems that tuition increases the students take you and the degree Civilian Employers Become every year while job opportunities to which they want to learn," decrease. The Army National Guard This summer, Peterson has been provides numerous educational options chosen to take part in the LSU Sum- Guardsmen For A Day for those who have the drive to succeed. mer Studies Program in London. The The majority of today's new Guard- program consists of spending the entire By SPC Kristi L. Moon training. Flight mission briefings in- smen are taking advantage of the Na- summer semester at the University of 241st PAD Staff tional Guard's educational benefits. London studying English and Theatre, cluded tactical airlifts and weather reconnaissance. SPC Matthew W. Peterson, an air- seeing 2-3 plays per day, and tours of BOSSLIFT- Lakefront Airport was craft mechanic with Co D (-) l/244th Stratford and surrounding areas. The the take-off point for about 25 civilian For lunch, the employers dined the AVN BN at Lakefront Airport in New main attraction of the program to employers of part-time Guardsmen military way, at the mess hall. Much Orleans and an English education ma- Peterson is being able "to track the Saturday, March 3, for a "Bosslift" to their surprise, the food was excellent. jor at Louisiana State University is one birthplace of the true fathers of modern sponsored by the local Committee for After lunch, they toured the Air Force young person who possesses the drive English and to study the emergence of Employer Support of the Guard and facility and prepared for their return to succeed. Peterson joined the Guard time as we know it." To Peterson, this Reserves (ESGR). flight. with the intention of going to flight opportunity is the "chance of a At 7 a.m. hours the employers ar- school. While waiting for that slot, he After "an impressive formation lifetime!" rived at the Army Aviation Support flight" back to the facility at Lakefront Facility for a pre-flight safety briefing Airport, the employers met one last prior to boarding the UH-lH time before their dismissal from train- helicopters that would transport them ing. This day was training since they to Keesler AFB in Biloxi, MS. Four all gained a better perspective as to 204th Holds Capstone Hueys, commanded by members of the what their full-time employees do in 812th Med Det (AA), departed the National Guard. All participants Lakefront in formation flight shortly received framed certificates honoring Conference after 8 a.m. hours. them as "Guardsmen For A Day" sign- At Keesler, the employers got to see ed by Col Urban B. Martinez, Direc- By CPT Donna Lajoie LTC Brach briefed on the role of the first hand how hurricanes are tracked, torate of Personnel and Administrative Training Officer German Territorial Army and the im- as they flew aboard the C-130 Hercules at Jackson Barracks. pact of the NATO alliance in insuring Hurricane Tracker plane to Mobile, It is the intention of the Employer The 204th Area Support Group and freedom throughout Europe. Baton Rouge, and back to Keesler. Dur- Support of the Guard and Reserve its CAPSTONE trace units conducted In the event of mobilization, the ing the flight, each employer went in- Committee, through activities such as an annual conference at Jackson Bar- 204th ASG will be a major logistical to the cockpit to talk with the pilots this, to increase and enhance the rel^- racks in March. Nearly 100 Guard, supplier to combat units advancing to and see what many of their employees tionship,between service members ana Reserve and Active Component the Forward Combat Zone. The 204th's do during drill weekends and annual their full-time employers. representatives gathered to discuss the new Director of Security, Plans and dramatic changes occurring in Europe Operations, LTC Philip Arthur (recent- and the effects on the "total force". ly transferred from the 528th Engr Bn) The proposed changes in the size and acknowledged this conference gave him structure of the Active Army will have a better perspective on the importance a direct impact on the reserve com- of the 204th ASG in the European ponents. Increased emphasis will be on theatre of operations and the enormous Reserve components to rapidly role the 204th ASG has in the defense mobilize, deploy and become mission of Europe. capable with little or no warning. Remarked COL Simpson, the 204th The 204th conference provided the ASG commander, "the change in the opportunity for direct coordination European arena is no reason to with unit commanders at all levels of backdown the excellent strides made in the CAPSTONE alignment. This in- the CAPSTONE program. Instead its cluded a briefing by a German com- a reason to strengthen our overall mander, LTC Kari-Friedrich Brach. training and preparedness." 812th MED DET (Air Ambulance Conducts Remobe 2

By SPC Kristi L. Moon According to CPT Brian L. Mayard, 241st PAD Staff operations officer, the 812th has im- proved 1101 since their last mobiliza- The weekend of March 3 and 4 tion in July of 1989. "This time the proved to be a reactionai-y test for the unit knew more about what to expect 812th MED DET (Air Ambulance), as and how to react. The unit was in the EMPLOYER SUPPORT OF they were notified less than 24 hours right mind-frame to perform REMOBE THE GUARD A RESERVE prior to their regularly scheduled drill 2 at this drill," said Mayard. that the unit was being mobilized. The MAJ Mort Kelly, the chief evaluator 812th MED DET (AA), based at for the exercise, said, "Since I began The National Committee for Employer Lakefront Airport and commanded by evaluating troops in 1986, this unit is CPT D.J. Favaloro, participated in its the most improved of any unit I have Support of the Guard and Reserve second immobilization (REMOBE 2) ex- evaluated. The 812th MED DET (AA) ercise in the last year. A REMOBE 2 displayed the ability to adjust, make P.O. Box 9660 exercise is used as a tool in aiding the spot corrections, and a can-do attitude Arlington, VA 22209-0660 unit with updating all personnel, that was just phenomenal!" MAJ Kel- financial, and immunizational records, ly recognized CPT Mayard as the "the (800) 336-4690 training schedules, necessary weapon driving force for demonstrating such a (202) 696-5307 (AV) 226-5307 and equipment preparation. tremendous improvement." Page 16 LOUISIANA GUARDSMAN MARCH/APRIL 1990

MILITARY CITIZEN AWARD NOMINATION i ORM Military Citizen NOTE: To be considered, nomination must be re- eived by April 23rd . Award

Nominee's Militarv Rank and Orpani?ation (if known) Nominations Your Name — Now Open Are you making this nomination on behalf of an organization? The Chamber's Military Liaison Task Force will present its 4th Annual Your Mailinp Address and Telephone N»"ibpr Military Citizen Awards at the 1990 Armed Forces Day Luncheon, to be Briefly describe basis for nomination (attach additional sheets, letters or other items such as photo, clippings, etc.) held in May this year. The awards will be presented to both an active duty and a reserve finalist, and will recognize military men and women of the River Region for their outstanding communi- ty service aside from their military duties. Anyone in the River Region may nominate a service person for the award. The military employs more than 18,000 people (active, reserve, civilian! in New Orleans and the River Region with an annual economic impact ex- ceeding $1 billion. In addition to a handsome plaque, the winners will receive exceptional awards from the business community. What constitutes significant com- munity service? Demonstrating leadership through participation in such local organiza- Signed Date tions as the Little League, Scouts, parent -teacher associations, church and others. THE MILITARY CITIZEN Who is eligible? BELONGS PARTICIPATES Any active duty or National Guard/Reserve member of the U.S. Church Chamber of Commerce American Red Cross armed forces in the River Region. Scouting Junior Chamber United Fund Any person may nominate a can- Little League Toastmasters Local community projects didate he believes is eligible. Contact :**- Recreational Centers Rotary ,• *m>* • 4- H Clubs ,**v<. Chris Laborde, manager of the Military Youth Fellowships Lions Future Farmers of America Liaison Task Force, at 527-6936, to ob- Big Brother or Big Sister Program Optimist Volunteer Firemen tain a nomination form. Return the Police Athletic League Kiwanis National Grange completed nomination form by April 23 Bovs Club Civitan Parent-Teacher Association to: Military Citizen Awards, The Girls Club Chamber, PO. 30240, New Orleans, LA 70190. For further information, contact NOTE: This is only a sampling of the many varied activities in which the Military Citizen may participate. Laborde at 527-6936. MAIL TO: Military Citizen Awards Committee The Chamber/ New Orleans and the River Region P.O. Box 30240 Annual Armed New Orleans, LA 70190 Forces Day Luncheon Held The Chamber of Commerce for New Orleans and the River Region will be hosting its 41st Annual Forces Day Luncheon on May 8, in the Acadia Room of the Marriot Hotel, 555 Canal Street. In addition to celebrating the U.S. Coast Guard's 200 years of distin- guished service to the nation, this pro- gram marks the 4th year presenting the Military Citizen Awards, acknow- ledging the significant community ser- vice contributions provided by the military men and women in our region. (See related story.) This year's Armed Forces Day Chair- man will be Edward L. Diefenthal, Chairman of the Louisiana Employer's Support of the Guard and Reserve com- mittee. This luncheon is open to all military and public citizens in the parishes of Jefferson, Orleans, St. Ber- nard, St. Charles, St. Jumea, and St. John The Baptist. For more information contact 1LT Maria L. Jonkers at (504)278-6281 at the State Public Affairs Office.