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Training Success Pg. 8 Socially Connect Changing Command Pg. 12 with the ESC Pg. 8 ESCtoday The Command Post 2010 JULY Recent announcements from Se- actions both while deployed as well as Commander nior Army leaders indicate that the when serving at home. I encourage

July 2010 143d Sustainment Command Army’s suicide rate continues to grow all of you to I reflect on the meaning (Expeditionary) 143d SUSTAINMENT COMMANd (EXPEdITIONARY) at a rate I’ve not seen in years. As of of our Independence while celebrating Vol. 4, Issue 6 Brig. Gen. Daniel I. Schultz June 18, 2010, the active duty sus- during the summer holidays. Our na- ESCtoday << On the Front Cover Command Executive Officer tained 69 and the Reserve 60 suicides tion’s freedom came at a high cost and Brig. Gen. Daniel I. Schultz greets troops of the 296th 143d ESC since the beginning of the year. The we cannot afford to lose the relevance Transportation Company upon returning to the States Mr. Fred Guzman Coming June 26 after a successful deployment to Iraq. Reserve Component saw an increase of why we celebrate. Be proud of your Home Pg. 4 Photo by Spc. Elisebet Freeburg Command Sergeant Major of 19 more suicides compared to the country and remember all of those 143d ESC same time last year. I urge everyone who served before you to make it free! 4 Command Sgt. Maj. James Weaver in the 143d ESC to take this matter Finally, your commitment to the Unit- personally and pay close attention to ed States, the Army Reserve and your Pg. 8 Socially ConnectPg. 8 Public Affairs Officer/Editor with the ESC Training Success Pg. 12 143d ESC our Soldiers, especially those return- families depends on your ability to re- Changing Command Maj. John Adams ing from mobilizations. I want special main safe and resilient. I challenge you attention to those Soldiers who were to vigilantly follow the driving laws of Brig. Gen. Daniel I. Schultz contributors: cross-leveled into other units and are your state and focus especially on not Commanding General New Just for You >> 143d Sustainment Command Maj. John Adams now back in 143d ESC units. A trag- ‘texting’ while driving. There is news The 143d ESC now has an offical fan page on Face- (Expeditionary) book, “My 143d ESC.” Get the full scoop on how you 143d ESC PAO edy has already impacted our ranks. about accidents involving text messag- can get involved and stay connected to your ESC. We have the tools and resources to ing too often these days. Pull over or to focus is not there. In closing, I en- Master Sgt. Richard Lambert 88th RSC PAO office combat suicide, but we do not have an do not answer your phone, keep your courage all of you to remain vigilant, 8 excuse not to. focus on the road, your surroundings enjoy the summer months ahead and Staff Sgt. Ryan Matson On a lighter note, as we celebrate In- and nothing else. Our mission fails if take care of each other. 210th MPAD dependence Day each of you should you’re injured. The ability to properly Sustaining Victory

Sgt. Eddie Reyes take pride in your military service and drive becomes hindered if your ability Army Strong! Inside This Issue >> 204th PAD Sgt. Jon Soles 210th MPAD Messages from the top...... 3 Spc. Jon Arguello The Bottom Line 204th PAD Retirement ceremony...... 4 On July 4, 1776, the founders of this citizens the ability to celebrate this day. Reserve readiness director visits...... 5 Spc. Elisebet Freeburg great land signed the Declaration of In- Some of you may spend this July 4 on for- Philip Connelly competition...... 5 204th PAD dependence. Those 56 men from 13 colo- eign soil, while deployed in defense of this nies changed world history when they country’s freedom. Many of you will cel- Diamond Saber...... 9 Spc. Darryl L. Montgomery 319th MPAD established a new standard of freedom ebrate with your families here in the States. Casualty officer training...... 12 and democracy. John Adams, one of the While commemorating this day, do not layout & design: documents signees and second Presi- forget to conduct yourselves as Soldiers. Around the ESC...... 6-7 Spc. Elisebet Freeburg dent of the United States, wrote to his Educate those around you in the history of 204th PAD wife, Abigail, “[This day] ought to be this day and what it means to us. Ensure solemnized with Pomp and Parade, with people maintain safe procedures during ESC Today is the monthly command information editorial content of this publication is the respon- web links: Shews [shows], Games, Sports, Guns, celebratory events. Enjoy yourselves. No

magazine of the 143d Sustainment Command (Ex- sibility of the 143d Sustainment Command (Expe- ESC Today Homepage Bells, Bonfires, and Illuminations from one deserves to enjoy this day of freedom peditionary) and is an authorized publication for ditionary) public affairs officer. This publication is one End of this Continent to the other more than you, the defenders of freedom. http://www.usar.army.mil/arweb/ members of the Department of Defense, according written, edited, and published by the public affairs organization/commandstructure/ from this Time forward forever more.” This Independence Day, proudly cele- to provisions in Army Regulation 360-1. The opin- office of the 143d ESC, 9500 Armed Forces Re- USARC/OPS/143ESC/Pages/ No one has contributed more to this na- brate your country’s heritage. Furthermore, default.aspx Command Sgt. Maj. James Weaver ions and views expressed in ESC Today are not nec- serve Dr., Orlando, Fla. 32827. Submit comments tional holiday than you—the American proudly celebrate your legacy as men and Command Sergeant Major essarily official views of, or endorsed by, the U.S. to: [email protected] or call 800-221- 143d ESC Facebook military and your family members. You women in this country’s fine military. 143d Sustainment Command (Expeditionary) Government, Defense Department, Department 9401 ext. 1132. Send editorial and photographic http://www.facebook.com/143dESC have made unfathomable sacrifices in keep- Sustaining Victory of the Army or the headquarters, 143rd ESC. The submissions to: [email protected]. ing this country safe and giving American Army Strong! 2 ESC TODAY JULY 2010 3 296th TC returns safe, successful Reserve readiness director visits troops, seeks input By SPC. ELISEBET FREEBURG have been in effect for 6 or 7 years, By SPC. ELISEBET FREEBURG various types of equipment, said 204th Public Affairs Detachment 204th Public Affairs Detachment Smiley said. “Things change every 1st Lt. Fern Freeman, the 296th TC ORLANDO, Fla.—Robert H. Smi- day, and we need to change with INDIANAPOLIS—The 296th public affairs officer, from Cofield, ley, the principal director for readi- them,” he said. Transportation Company, a down N.C. ness, training, and mobilization, Besides convening with 143d trace unit of the 143d Sustainment “Every little part to a big picture assistant secretary of defense for ESC leaders to review the com- Command (Expeditionary) from is important for it to work,” said reserve affairs, personnel and readi- pleted Afghanistan mission, Smiley Brookhaven, Miss., returned here to Cpl. Bobbi Sneed, a 296th TC truck ness, visited Soldiers of the recently met with enlisted troops at a town the States June 26 after a successful driver from Charlotte, N.C. “I was a returned 143d Sustainment Com- hall meeting to discuss concerns mission supporting the drawdown little piece of a big puzzle.” mand (Expeditionary) June 6 at and answer questions. Topics cov- of troops in Iraq. When the unit arrived in Iraq, the 1st Lt. David R. Wilson Armed ered included job security, post- The 296th TC was tasked to move there was not enough usable equip- Photo by Spc. Elisebet Freeburg 204th PAD Forces Reserve Center here to dis- deployment stress and frequency of Soldiers from the 143d Sustainment Command (Expeditionary) discuss con- assets out of Camp Liberty, accord- ment to support their mission, said cuss law, policy, and regulations for deployments. cerns with Robert H. Smiley, the principal director for readiness, training, and ing to 1st Sgt. Susan Bolton, the Wang. mobilization, assistant secretary of defense for reserve affairs, personnel and Reserve Soldiers. “It’s good to know we have peo- company’s senior enlisted Soldier “The platoons spent countless readiness, during a town hall meeting June 6 at the David R. Wilson Armed The 143d ESC, an Army Reserve ple in such a high place that care Forces Reserve Center. Topics discussed included concerns regarding em- and a Riverside, Calif., native. hours to get the equipment up to ployer support, self-employed troops and education benefits. sustainment command, deployed to about us and have our backs,” said With more than 350 completed perform our duties,” he said. Afghanistan in 2009 on the heels of Staff Sgt. Raymond Lopez, a 143d feedback on the newly-instated Post troop levels, the 143d ESC success- missions, troops traveled approxi- Troops also faced the challenge President Barack Obama’s initial ESC ammunitions specialist who 9/11 GI Bill, an education benefit fully pioneered command-level sus- mately 215, 270 miles, she said. of assimilating into a cohesive ele- decision to send additional troops. attended the question and answer program for Soldiers. tainment operations before return- About 709 pieces of cargo total- ment. “We [Pentagon leaders] want to session. Smiley learned several things ing home this January. ing more than $1 billion were trans- “Only about 62 Soldiers are or- know how we are doing,” Smiley Smiley addressed concerns from during his visit, he said. “This is a Smiley serves as the primary ad- ported to numerous forward oper- ganic to the 296th,” said Bolton. said. Soldiers regarding employer sup- unit who has been there, done that.” visor to the Assistant Secretary of ating bases and military locations The rest of the 170 troops were In a war that has continued for port, self-employed troops and con- Responding to the overwhelming the Army (Manpower and Reserve mostly around the Baghdad area, drawn from approximately 10 dif- more than 8 years, some policies tinuing education. He also received logistic need to support increased Affairs). such as FOB Falcon, FOB Shield, ferent units spanning about 9 other and the Green Zone, said 1st Lt. states and the territory of Puerto Zach Wang, the 296th TC company Rico, she said. commander from Orlando, Fla. Even the company’s commander, Not your average cook-off

Materials moved included 189 Wang, was cross-leveled from an- Photo by Spc. Elisebet Freeburg 204th PAD Mine-Resistant, Ambush-Protected other unit, the 196th Transportation Brig. Gen. Daniel I. Schultz, commanding general, 143d Sustainment Com- mand (Expeditionary), greets Soldiers June 26 from the 296th Transporta- By Sgt. jon soles vehicles, and numerous forklifts, Company. and administration duties. tion Company, 143d ESC, as they return from Iraq. The troops landed in 210th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment “What I saw was a lot of organized operations cranes, tanks, Stryker vehicles and See Redeploying, pg. 10 Indianapolis, and demobilized through Camp Atterbury, Ind. FORT BRAGG, N.C. – A weapon is a Soldier’s that produced a very fine meal for the warriors lifeline in battle, but good food in the field, or in the 824th Quartermaster Company,” said Chief downrange, becomes just as essential for a fight- Warrant Officer Marc Morrell of Wichita, Kan., Soldiers retire, 150 yrs combined service ing force to defeat the enemy. a food service warrant officer assigned to U.S. Soldiers of the 824th Quartermaster Company, Army Reserve Command. “There was a lot of By SPC. john arguello awards and multiple certificates of apprecia- commander of U.S. garrison operations at Kan- 362nd Quartermaster Battalion, 143rd Sustain- cooperation between them. When we suggested 204th Public Affairs Detachment tion for long and distinguishable careers. The dahar Airfield, Afghanistan, also mentioned D- ment Command (Expeditionary), showed their something, they improved.” ORLANDO, Fla. — In a ceremony held here at awards were presented by Brig. Gen. Daniel Day and how her father, a WWII veteran, as a culinary battle readiness in a field training ex- A mobile field kitchen was set up at the train- the 1st Lt. David R. Wilson Armed Forces Re- Schultz, 143d ESC commanding general, who lance corporal “made his way across Europe.” ercise at Fort Bragg, here, on June 20th, while ing site, in the woods at Fort Bragg. The 824th serve Center June 6 with hundreds of guests in commented about the achievements and efforts Oettinger, a West Point graduate of 1980, competing in the annual Philip A. Connelly com- Army cooks began the competition by preparing attendance, five Reserve Soldiers of the 143rd of the Soldiers throughout their careers. served eight years as an Infantry officer before petition. The cooks of the 824th Qm. Co. may be a meal of lasagna, garden salad, garlic bread and Sustainment Command (Expeditionary) retired Each of the retirees made a brief speech joining the Reserves in 1991. Oettinger called chosen to compete at the Department of the Army chewy nut bars. The MKT was a flurry of activity with more than 150 years of combined service beginning with Smith who said, “There is no on several special guests in the audience to level. as cooks worked like a well-oiled machine, with Photo by Sgt. Jon Soles 210th MPAD to the Army and the nation. better day to retire than on the anniversary of be honored during the ceremony, including a Pfc. Suehelen Batista of Fayetteville, N.C., The Army cooks were evaluated on key cat- Soldiers fetching food ingredients, water, dispos- Col. Larry Smith, Col. Leigh Coulter, Col. D-Day.” Smith, who began his military career WWII veteran in uniform complete with half a slices a watermelon for Soldiers of the egories including safety, sanitation, proper use of ing of waste and keeping a watch on the stoves 824th Qm. Co. during the Philip A. Connelly Paul Oettinger, Lt. Col. James Horey, and Sgt. with the National Guard in 1980, served as the dozen combat hashes down his sleeve. equipment, following production schedule, food in the MKT. competition at Fort Bragg, here, June 20. Batista 1st Class Michael Seagraves all retired during deputy commander of the 143d ESC (Rear). See Ceremony, pg. 10 is a cook assigned to the 824th Qm. Co., 362nd preparation standards, equipment maintenance See Competition, pg. 11 Quartermaster Battalion, 143rd ESC. the ceremony where they received retirement Coulter, commissioned in 1979 and former 4 ESC TODAY JULY 2010 5 wlal Around the ESC

Courtesy Photo Shreve Gould, 143d Sustainment Command (Expeditionary) officer and McKesson employee; Pete Young, director of finance-MTS; Brig. Gen. Thomas L. McCullough (Retired), ESGR North Central Area Chair; Denise McKee, McKesson MPTHR manager; Alan Bond, McKesson SVP MPT; and Mark Fuller, McKesson VP internal audit (corporate), display certificates received for their support as an employer to U.S. Army Reserve Soldiers. McKesson, a Fortune 14 company, has been nominated for the 2009 Free- dom Award.

Photo by Master Sgt. Richard Lambert 88th RSC Public Affairs Office Spc. Deandre Reynolds, 352nd Combat Sustainment Support Battalion, Photo by Spc. Elisebet Freeburg 204th PAD Courtesy Photo 642nd Regional Support Group, 143d Sustainment Command (Expedi- A cake decorated in honor of the U.S. Army’s 235th birthday More than 600 Soldiers from all over the United States have gathered at Fort McCoy, Wis., for 14 days in June to take part in the seventh annual Diamond tionary), from Kathleen, Ga., interviews with ABC channel 8 in front of the sits on display June 12 at the Association of the United States Saber exercise. Diamond Saber is the Army’s premier annual financial management training exercise that provides realistic training for financial management nation’s capitol about being chosen for the National Capitol Reenlistment Army’s annual Army birthday ball in Orlando, Fla. warriors of all components and incorporates lessons learned to enhance readiness and to assist in preparation for deployment to a theater of operations. Ceremony April 22.

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Courtesy Photo Courtesy Photo Brig. Gen. Jesse Cross, quartermaster general, U.S. Army, bestows the Distinguished Order of Saint Martin upon Chief Warrant Officer 4 Martin J. Hyde June 16 during a Lt. Gen. Jack C. Stultz, chief, Army Reserve; Brig. Gen. Daniel I. Schultz, commanding general, 143d Quartermaster Association meeting at , Va. Hyde demonstrated the highest stan- Sustainment Command (Expeditionary); Sergeant Maj. Luis Garcia Jr., G3 [operations], 143d ESC; Claude dards of integrity and moral character, displaying an outstanding degree of professional Whitney, safety manager, 143d ESC; and Command Sgt. Maj. Michael D. Schultz, command sergeant major, competence, serving the Quartermaster Corps with selflessness, and Army Reserve, stand together after Stultz presented three safety awards May 18 to units of the 143d ESC contributed to the promotion of the Quartermaster Corps in ways that stand out in the during the Senior Leader’s Conference in Atlanta, Ga. The Chief, Army Reserve Excellence in Safety Award eyes of the recipient’s superiors, subordinates and peers alike. is presented annually to three units in their respective category levels for outstanding achievement in accident prevention and support of the Army Reserve Safety Program. Awards were received by the 143d ESC; the 641st Regional Support Group, 143d ESC; and the 362nd Quartermaster Battalion, 207th RSG, 143d ESC. A new phenomenon: Social media 469th FMC organizes Diamond Saber 2010 By SPC. dARRYL MONTGOMERY 319 Mobile Public Affairs Detachment crease awareness of our mission, educate our defame or defraud any financial, com- publics and inform each other of key events. mercial or non-governmental agency. FORT MCCOY, Wis.—More than 600 Soldiers So, welcome to the 143d ESC, U.S. Army Re- • We do not allow comments that sug- from all over the United States have gathered serve Official fan page on Facebook, where gest or encourage illegal activity. here for 14 days this June to take part in the sev- you will find the most recent news stories, • We don’t allow political comments, enth annual Diamond Saber exercise. videos, and photos that are distributed by or those that are derogatory toward Diamond Saber is the Army’s premier annual the 143d ESC PAO. leadership - civilian or military. financial management training exercise that pro- While this is an open forum, it’s also a fam- • You participate at your own vides realistic training for financial management ily friendly one, so please keep your com- risk, taking personal responsibil- warriors of all components and incorporates les- By Maj. John Adams ments and wall posts clean. In addition to ity for your comments, your user- sons learned to enhance readiness and to assist 143d Sustainment Command (Expeditionary) Public Affairs Officer keeping it family friendly, we ask that you name and any information provided. in preparation for deployment to a theater of op- follow our posting guidelines here. If you • Also, the appearance of external links on erations, according to Maj. Bill Keltner, the op- ORLANDO, Fla.–Welcome to perhaps the don’t comply, your message will be removed: this site does not constitute official en- erations officer for the New Orleans-based 469th greatest shift in information technology since the • We do not allow graphic, obscene, ex- dorsement on behalf of the 143d Sustain- Photo by Spc. Darryl L. Montgomery 319th MPAD Financial Management Center, a down trace unit Spc. Tory Warren, 347th Financial Management Company, Detatchment 4, assists Pvt. 1st Class Clau- industrial revolution. Social Media may be just plicit or racial comments or submissions ment Command (Expeditionary), U.S. of the 143rd Sustainment Command (Expedition- dia Kaleky, 101st FM Co., Charlie Det., during the classroom portion of Diamond Saber 2010, at Fort that. Social media is a phenomenon that explod- nor do we allow comments that are abu- Army Reserve or Department of Defense. ary). McCoy, Wis., June 11. Diamond Saber is the Army’s premier annual financial management training ex- ercise that provides realistic training for financial management warriors of all components. Both Soldiers ed across the global landscape leaving end us- sive, hateful or intended to defame any- In closing, we’ve added social media plat- The first week of the two-week exercise con- are disbursing technicians and serve as cashiers for their respective detachments. Warren is a native of ers with instant access to information otherwise one or any organization. No profanity. forms in conjunction with traditional media (i.e. sists of classroom training designed to get the New Cumberland, Penn., while Kaleky is a native of Divinopolis, Minias Gerais, Brazil. collected by a phone call or e-mail. • We do not allow solicitations or ad- print articles) to expand the reach of our message Soldiers up to speed on the many different skills management operations overseas.” he has deployed twice before to Iraq as a cavalry The 143d Sustainment Command (Expedi- vertisements. This includes promotion and open lines of communication with the pub- they will be required to know during the second “Diamond Saber is the only multi-component officer, this will be his first time to Afghanistan, tionary) uses social media platforms to build or endorsement of any financial, com- lic. So, welcome again to the 143d ESC social week of the exercise. These skills include learn- financial management exercise in the Army that and his first time in a finance position. and expand relationships with our Soldiers, mercial or non-governmental agency. media experience. Come on, join the conversa- ing to cash a check, how to be a cashier in a dis- realistically depicts the structure and up-to-date, Waldoff, a Hattiesburg, Miss., resident said he families, friends and the public. We’ll in- Similarly, we do not allow attempts to tion at http://www.facebook.com/My143dESC bursing center, and how to handle standard mili- theater-based scenarios which provide our fi- credits Diamond Saber for getting him ready to tary pay issues that may arise. nancial management Soldiers a unique training go overseas and operate in a combat zone. He During the second week, the Soldiers will set opportunity prior to their next Operation Iraqi said it has specifically helped his Soldiers gain up a mock finance center and begin operations. Freedom or Enduring Freedom deployment,” said more confidence in their skills and grow stronger No rest for the weary Some challenges the Soldiers will encounter Col. Matthew Sims, the leader of both the 469th as a team. during week two will be assisting role players FMC and Diamond Saber 2010. “Between classroom training and the following coming to them seekingto cash their checks, fund- Sims said it is no easy feat to bring together week of technical scenarios, Diamond Saber has By Maj. John Adams assistance training workshops keep- ing Eagle Cash cards, and resolving pay issues. all the personnel involved in making Diamond afforded me the opportunity to assess my detach- 143d Sustainment Command (Expeditionary) ing the 143d ESC operational force Public Affairs Officer Though this is the seventh year Fort McCoy, Saber 2010 possible, but said it is all worth the ment,” said Capt. Jon Phillips, commander of the mission ready. Wis., has hosted this exercise, Keltner says that effort because of the value it brings to the Army 33rd Financial Management Company, Bravo ORLANDO, Fla. –If you’ve visited Key members from across the it continues to improve each year by adding dif- and the financial management warriors. Accord- Detachment. the 143d ESC headquarters lately command gathered to receive the ferent classes and scenarios for Soldiers to gather ing to Sims, over 25 financial management units “This in turn will allow my sergeants and me you might have noticed a common latest training and tools needed to hands-on experience. comprising of more than 500 participants and 200 the opportunity to utilize our most precious re- “Unique to this year’s exercise will be en- supporters were involved in the exercise this year. source, training time.” occurrence…training. Recently re- keep their units mission ready. hanced training and scenario role play for all One of the financial detachments attending On the second day of the scenario training, turned from deployment to Afghani- “We must keep vigilant in en- resource management and financial management this year’s Diamond Saber is the 24th Financial distinguished visitors had the opportunity to visit stan earlier this year, staff sections at forcing and practicing our Physical support operation participates,” the Mobile, Al., Management Company’s Alpha Detachment. Al- the training site. Col. Michael Mann, deputy com- the 143d ESC wasted no time plan- Security, Plans, SOPs, and Random native said. though most of the Soldiers in this detachment mander of the 143rd ESC, was one of those visi- ning and executing vital training Access Measures, as well as keep- “The objectives of the resource management have attended Diamond Saber in the past, there tors. events for down trace units through- ing our families and loved ones in- and financial management support operation por- is one key Soldier in their detachment who has “Having been to Afghanistan before, I have out the command. More than 150 formed about OPSEC,” said Capt. tions of the training are not only to increase ex- not and says he feels the experience here is in- a real appreciation for what these Soldiers are pertise and skill levels,” he continued, “but also valuable. learning here and what Diamond Saber is doing Photo by Spc. Elisebet Freeburg 204th PAD key leaders from across the com- Damon Duster, 143d ESC, Anti- Troops from across the 143d Sustainment Command (Expeditionary) attend to merge all our finance, resource management, Capt. Paul Waldoff, the commander of the 24th to help prepare them for a deployment down- mand attended physical security, Terrorism/Force Protection (ATFP) a mobilization support workshop at the 1st Lt. David R. Wilson Armed Forces and sustainment team members into a capable FM Co., A Det., will be deploying with his de- range,” Mann, an Arlington, Va., resident said. Reserve Center here June 18. Regular training is vital to Reserve forces to mobilization support and casualty Officer. See Training, pg. 11 keep units operational and mission ready. force ready to deploy for full spectrum financial tachment this year for the first time, and although “It’s a priceless event.”

8 ESC TODAY JULY 2010 9 Redeploying, cont. >> Competition, cont. >> and Pfc. Suehelen Batista. The two nutritional meal on a hot summer “The plate appearance was very They came from different walks of life, units, Sgt. Charles Zentz, who was cooks who call Fayetteville home day in the field. Four Army Reserve well done and the troops’ accep- and experiences, and were trained into a heavy noncommissioned officer in charge are assigned to the 824th Qm. Co. cook units will be selected to com- tance was excellent,” said Mor- equipment team unit without any accidents, said of the cooks, said the 824th’s cooks The two Soldiers carefully washed pete at the Department of the Army rell. “Overall, they have done very Bolton. “These Soldiers did an outstanding job.” got off to a good start. Zentz, who and methodically sliced and diced level. well.” Soldiers from the company also worked on a has served as an Army cook on a green peppers, onions, tomatoes material redistribution team which saved the U.S. remote base in Iraq, said there are and watermelons. military approximately $79 million, she said. As three key elements to a successful A team of evaluators stood by the drawdown increased, equipment was redis- field kitchen. the MKT and the food preparation tributed back to the States or to Afghanistan in “Leadership, teamwork, and station to judge the Soldiers for support of Operation Enduring Freedom. communication are the three the Philip Connelly competition. “Overall, it was a successful mission,” said things,” said Zentz. “As long as Chief Warrant Officer Pedro Lo- Wang, “because everyone came home safe.” you have that, and motivation, ev- pez, a food service warrant officer Troops of the 296th TC were welcomed home erything will go smoothly.” assigned to the 75th Training Divi- upon landing by several Soldiers including Brig. Photo by Spc. Elisebet Freeburg 204th PAD The Army cooks of the 824th sion, said the 824th Qm. Co. cooks Brig. Gen. Daniel I. Schultz, commanding general, 143d Sustainment Command (Expeditionary), greets Gen. Daniel I. Schultz, the 143d ESC command- Soldiers June 26 from the 296th Transportation Company, 143d ESC, as they return from Iraq. Qm. Co. seemed to enjoy the chal- did not show any major deficien- ing general. lenge and thrill of the competition. cies. Spc. David Williams of Raeford, “They’ve got to tighten up on ad- who uses his civilian job as a cook ministration areas, but nothing ma- Ceremony, cont. >> I a good man?”. Horey made the process easy and was away. to help perfect his military cooking jor,” said Lopez, a Houston native. Oettinger said during his speech Horey, who filled the Active successful. Finally, Segreaves, a civilian duties, said he was keenly focused Lopez said Army cooks are that he at one point thought the Guard Reserve Comptroller / Segreaves, the only noncom- detective with the Orange County on sanitation and food tempera- sometimes overlooked until they question of life was “Who am I?” Resource Manager position, de- missioned officer retiring during Sherriff, thanked his wife for her tures. are deployed. He said the skill and He continued by quoting a line ployed with the 143d ESC in Janu- the ceremony, thanked two of his support during his military career. “That’s one thing you always service should be utilized in garri- from the movie “Saving Private ary 2009 to Afghanistan where he battle buddies during the ceremo- The ceremony came to a close have to have on your mind in the son as well. Ryan” by saying that those con- filled the G8/Comptroller position ny for “having his back” during with the Army Song and a recep- field,” said Williams. “You always “A lot of times, company com- tinuing to serve need to ask them- there. Schultz remarked that he the deployment as well as state- tion in the dining facility where want to make sure your food is the manders don’t want to use their selves at the end of their careers, wasn’t looking forward to being side friends who helped “mentor” the retirees had cake and refresh- right temperature, whether it’s hot cooks until they’re in the field,” “Did I lead a good life?” and “Am audited in Afghanistan, but said his children when needed while he ments. food or cold food.” said Lopez. “We recommend they Most of the food preparation use their field kitchen once a quar- work, which included washing ter because when they deploy, this Photo by Sgt. Jon Soles 210th MPAD Spc. Kyle Hetrick of Fayetteville demonstrates the proper, safe and and slicing enough fruits and veg- is what they’re going to do.” sanitary way to slice open a watermelon during the Philip A. Connelly etables for a company-sized garden After the meal was cooked, Sol- competition at Fort Bragg, here, June 20. Hetrick is a cook assigned to salad, fell on Spc. Kyle Hetrick diers lined up to receive a hot and the 824th Qm. Co., 362nd Qm. Bn., 143rd ESC.

Training, cont. >> date information to ease the sometimes hectic Force protection training and readiness is road to deploying. vital to the 143d ESC and in light of recent “During this 2 day event, commanders and events toward military installations, more rel- select staff from 21 units were briefed through evant than ever. the entire mobilization process, representing a The Mobilization and Readiness Cell (MOB- year and a half of training and preparation pri- CELL) here at the 143d ESC recently trained or to mobilization,” said Lt. Col. David Howe, unit representatives identified for upcoming MOBCELL. deployments. This training is a practice used Whether your unit is returning from a de- Photo by Spc. Elisebet Freeburg 204th PAD to ensure nominated units have successful ployment, preparing for one or staying abreast Troops from across the 143d Sustainment Com- understanding of their mission, requirements, of the latest tactics, techniques and procedures mand (Expeditionary) attend a physical security workshop at the 1st Lt. David R. Wilson Armed tools, and available resources from the 143d that affect all reservists, the 143d ESC staff is Forces Reserve Center here June 10. Regular ESC. working hard to ensure the training is avail- Photo by Spc. Jon Arguello 204th PAD training is vital to Reserve forces to keep units Command Sgt. Maj. James Weaver, Lt. Col. James Horey, Sgt. 1st Class Michael Seagraves, Brig. Gen. Daniel Schultz, Col. Paul Oettinger, Col. Larry Smith operational, informed and mission ready. Units depend on the 143d ESC for up-to- able, accurate and mission focused. and Col. Leigh Coulter stand together at a June 6 retirement ceremony held here for Horey, Seagraves, Oettinger, Smith and Coulter. 10 ESC TODAY JULY 2010 11 143d ESC trains Soldiers for casualty officer duty

By Sgt. eddie reyes have learned; in the event that they are called feelings aside,” Master Sgt. Daniel Lopez said, 204th Public Affairs Detachment up to perform these duty. a combat medic for the 143rd ESC. “Some

ORLANDO, Fla.-With the release of the “When we are done with this training, we people are going to welcome you, and others movie “The Messenger,” audiences worldwide will go back to our units and train teams to be will place the fault on you for the loss of their were introduced to the difficulties faced by ca- able to perform this important duty,” Sgt. 1st loved one. The unpredictability of the situation sualty notification officers in informing fami- Class Miguel Castillo said, a casualty officer calls for you to maintain your bearing, because lies of the loss of a loved one in the military. for the 641st Regional Support Group, 143rd you have to provide a source of support for the For the 143rd Sustainment Command (Ex- ESC. “When you are called, you have to be family despite what you feel inside.” peditionary), the movie is not too far off from ready to dedicate yourself to these families be- the real world scenarios that come into play cause you might spend up to six months with Plan early for safe summer vacations when a Soldier is lost in combat. the family. It is not just delivering the news In a recent training event, several Soldiers and having the families deal with it on their By Sam Reynolds U.S. Army Combat Readiness/Safety Center from various units were selected to take part in own. It is coordinating with the funeral depart- casualty notification, casualty assistance and ment, assisting them obtain Veteran Affairs Each summer, millions of people take a vacation. Some vacation alone, some with their friends, and many take military funeral honors training May 26. benefits, and helping them cope with their loss their family on vacation. If a summer vacation is in your future, equip yourself with the skills and knowledge that During the instruction, Soldiers learned along the way.” will contribute immensely to an enjoyable vacation and a safe return at vacation’s end. proper burial procedures which included how For some Soldiers, the emotional aspect of to properly drape and fold the flag, how to ini- the job is the hardest to deal with because the Vacation planning When planning a vacation, good preparation is vital to success. It is important that you outline your trip from tiate the 21-gun salute, as well as the various reactions of Soldiers’ families are unpredict- Photo by Sgt. Eddie Reyes 204th PAD ―point a‖ to ―point b.‖ This simply means considering everything from the things that must be accomplished steps in helping families cope with the loss of able. Soldiers observe as instructors demonstrate the proper techniques and protocol for draping and prior to departing for vacation to the potential risks faced during the time you are away. their Soldier. In addition, Soldiers are trained “The hardest thing in becoming a [casualty folding a flag during the training here at the 1st Lt. Lock all doors and windows throughout the house before departing and at the hotel while on the road. how to teach Soldiers in their units what they notification officer] is placing your personal David R. Wilson Armed Forces Reserve Center Unplug most electronic items especially those that are expensive or may have valuable data on them. May 26. Call and suspend your paper and mail delivery while you are gone. Leave a radio or a low watt light on in the house; this can be viewed as an indication that someone is home.

Driving safety A driving vacation can be a lot of fun, but don’t leave safety and common sense behind. Here are the basics for a safe vacation.

Before you go, remember to: Do a TRIPS Report and discuss your travels with your supervisor. Check your car (battery, tires, belts and fluids) or have it serviced if necessary. Have a qualified technician check the air conditioner. Check your oil. If you will be towing a trailer or boat, or driving in the desert, switch to motor oil with higher viscosity. Pack an emergency kit that includes water, jumper cables, flares, a flashlight, equipment to change a tire, and a first aid kit. Fill up your gas tank at night or early in the morning to minimize damage to the ozone layer. Make sure your child safety seats and booster seats are properly installed.

On the road, remember to: 640th changes command Ensure all occupants are buckled up, with children in the back seat. NASHVILLE, Tenn.-The 640th Regional Support Group held a change of command at Obey speed limits and all roadway signs. the Paul B. Huff Army Reserve Center here June 5. Drive calmly and avoid entanglements with aggressive drivers. Col. Linda Wade relinquished command and handed the 640th RSG colors to the Take frequent breaks – at least every two hours – and avoid driving when tired. incoming commander, Col. David Elwell. Elwell, a native of Des Moines, Iowa, comes to the 640th from the 484th Movement Be especially careful around railroad crossings. Control Bn., where he was the commander. Elwell’s awards and decorations include Avoid driving in the "No Zone" around trucks. If you cannot see the truck driver in the truck’s mirror, the the with bronze , Army Commendation Medal with truck driver cannot see you. silver and bronze oak leaf cluster, Army Achievement Medal with bronze oak leaf cluster, Slow down in work zones, obey all signs and flaggers and pay attention to the vehicle in front of you. Humanitarian Service Medal, Iraq Campaign Medal, Afghan Campaign Medal, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, NATO Photos by Staff Sgt. Ryan Matson 210th MPAD 12 ESC TODAY Medal and the Defense of Korea Service Medal. JULY 2010 13 Shoulder to Shoulder No Soldier StaNdS aloNe Prevent suicide. Be willing to help.

It is your responsibility to stand by your fellow Soldier.

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