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his month, we all bore not good enough.” This simple witness to the horrific ex- The Meat and moment had the potential to bol- T tremes that some people ster my burgeoning sense of con- Max D. Lederer Jr. will go to in order to avoid losing. fidence, but instead, it reinforced Publisher Although no one wants to fail, Potatoes of Life my insecurities. In my adoles- Lt. Col. Richard E. McClintic the vast majority of us won’t turn cent mind, I had failed. Commander to insurrection, violent assault or As parents, how do we en- Chris Verigan Engagement Director malicious destruction of prop- Lisa Smith Molinari courage our kids to try, to im- Marie Woods erty to win. prove, to practice, to achieve, Publishing and Media Design Director Besides, for most of us, per- without making them feel they Chris Carlson sonal success or failure is not Publishing and Media Design Manager aren’t good enough? Ironically, gauged by national elections, the Eric Lee middle child inherited Francis’ “What is it, Lee Lae?” my fa- experts say that we must teach Advertising and Circulation Manager stock market report or the Super self assuredness, but our young- ther said affectionately, between our kids to fail if we want them Enrique “Rick” W. Villanueva Jr. Bowl. Winning and losing hap- est struggles with confidence at bites of Swiss steak. My older to succeed. Disappointments Korea Area Manager pens in small moments through- times. brother, the family superstar, represent a learning experience, Jinsun Song out our daily lives. We all expe- Operations Manager When Francis and I witnessed was a new plebe at the Naval when children can develop cop- rience failure when we burn the Kentaro Shimura each child’s sense of self emerge Academy, and of course they ing skills, resilience, creative Production Manager toast, are late for a meeting or during adolescence, it was hard were thrilled with his accom- thinking and perseverance. Rie Miyoshi eat too much dessert. We suc- not to panic. Knowing that par- plishments. This was my chance At the same time, parents Engagement Manager ceed when we have a good hair enting contributes to whether a to make them proud of me, too. should help kids build self es- Denisse Rauda day, make it to the gym or have a Publishing and Media Design Editor person feels like a winner or a “I’m my homeroom’s new teem without showering them bonding moment with our teen- Publishing and Media Design Writers loser was daunting. Of course, representative for Student Gov- with so much praise that they ChiHon Kim age daughter. we recognized our children’s ac- ernment Association. They voted become dependent on validation. Shoji Kudaka Hands down, my husband, Takahiro Takiguchi complishments, and told them for me!” I stared at my father, Studies show that “[s]uccess Francis, has the most self-es- Layout Designers they were smart, funny, beau- waiting for his reaction. leads to feeling good about your- Mamoru Inoue teem in our family. He nurtures tiful and talented. But being a He scooped a forkful of po- self, not the other way around.” Yukiyo Oda his iron-clad ego by remaining in Yuko Okazaki self-doubter, I wondered if I was tatoes dotted with peas and And one of the best ways parents Kayoko Shimoda complete denial of his shortcom- making mistakes. chewed, his eyes glued to his can build a child’s self worth? To Multimedia Consultants ings, and celebrating himself When I was in 10th grade, plate ... another bite of steak ... Max Genao Doug Johnson model confidence themselves. daily. I, on the other hand, am Jason Lee Hans Simpson I came home one day with big more chewing. I never did run for SGA Presi- Chae Pang Yi Gianni Youn one of those annoying women news. Throughout middle school, Robert Zuckerman Finally, he raised his eyes and dent, but I survived the gantlet of who can’t accept a compliment, my self image was skewed: Fat, Graphic Designers his fork, and proclaimed, “You adolescence and went on to be- Kenichi Ogasawara Yosuke Tsuji point out my flaws and minimize desperate, goofy, not very good know what you need to do? You come a lawyer, a writer, a Navy Sales Support my accomplishments. at anything in particular. But a need to become President of Stu- wife, and a mother of three resil- Kazumi Hasegawa Hiromi Isa I recognize those tenden- small personal triumph in ninth dent Government. That’s what Ichiro Katayanagi Yoko Noro ient military children. Yusuke Sato Saori Tamanaha cies in our children, too. Our grade (I improved from worst you should do.” Toshie Yoshimizu Un Chong Yu I guess I am a winner after all. son overcame symptoms of au- swimmer on the team to middle My father meant well. He was Read more of Lisa Smith Molinari’s For feedback and inquiries, tism as a child but has a limited of the pack) instilled a twinge of trying to say that he believed in contact [email protected] columns at: sense of social awareness, so he newfound ambition. me, that I had the potential to do themeatandpotatoesoflife.com To place an ad, call DSN 755-2255 is generally secure and oblivious “Dad, guess what?” I an- stripeskorea.com/contact anything. 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Camp Humphreys in South Ko- taxing and tiring on the kids to rea. More than 100 students are have to get up that early and then BY ERICA EARL, signed up. have a full school day,” Perdew STARS AND STRIPES If the program succeeds, all said. Published: January 21, 2021 four schools may establish es- A stronger esports presence ports varsity programs, or es- in the Pacific can help eliminate TOKYO – Four Defense De- ports clubs could expand to all 12 that problem, he said. partment high schools in Ja- DODEA Pacific high schools by Esports teams also offer a pan and are in a the 2022-23 school year, Rosen- competitive extracurricular pilot program to create a sanc- berry said. activity for students unable to tioned esports program that, “We are capturing lessons physically participate in sports, like high school athletics, could learned and best practices, look- said Brent Church, a computer create a path for some students ing into equipment and network science teacher and esports club to higher education. requirements and costs,” she director at Kadena High School, The goal is to eventually have said. by phone Jan. 7. schools in the Department of Kyte Mettke, a junior esports “Esports serves a demo- Defense Education Activity-Pa- club member at Kubasaki High graphic of students who might cific competing in videogaming School, said gaming has played get overlooked,” Church said. “It events at a varsity level, with a Members of Matthew C. Perry High School’s esports club meet at Marine Corps Air a significant role in his social life Station Iwakuni. Photos provided by Department of Defense Education Activity-Pacific. DODEA gives these students the oppor- district championship, just like both inside and outside of school. tunity to earn a letterman jack- other school sports, DODEA pro- “I’ve always loved playing million, according to Forbes told Stars and Stripes via Zoom et, belong in a group and have gram manager Tuya Rosenberry games and played them with my magazine in August. on Jan. 5. “I would like to see this something to look forward to at said in a Jan. 13 email to Stars family and friends,” he said. “It’s Colleges and universities have become a competitive sport with school.” and Stripes. how I made some of my friends. their own teams and some, like scholarship opportunities.” “There is a growing interest I think gaming is a good way to New York University, University Two years ago, Perdew en- Parental pushback among our stu- connect with the of California Irvine, Southwest- rolled the Perry esports club in The DODEA Pacific teams dents to partici- EXCLUSIVE NEWS FROM: people you love.” ern College and Kansas-Wesley- the High School Esports League, play strategy games, virtual pate in esports,” Once satirized an offer scholarships ranging an organization for interschool sports, first-person shooter and she said. as an all-consum- from $5,000 to $20,000. competitions at both the club and puzzle games. Popular games The pilot pro- ing pastime for All military branches also varsity levels, so his students among students are League of gram began in Au- slackers, competi- have official esports teams that could cut their teeth at competi- Legends, Super Smash Bros., gust at Kubasaki High School at tive video gaming today at the are often used as recruiting tools. tion. Fortnite and Rocket League, Camp Foster and Kadena High professional level generates are- The difference in time zones Church said. School at Kadena Air Base, both na-sized events and prize money Organizing to compete posed a challenge as the U.S. or- Each school decided to vet on Okinawa; Matthew C. Perry in the millions. The International “I’m a lifelong video game ganizations hold its tournaments a list of games with parents, he High School at Marine Corps Air 10 Dota 2 tournament last year, player, ever since the Atari 600 in on Eastern Standard Time. said. The Kadena club, for ex- Station Iwakuni, also in Japan; for example, offered the largest the ‘80s,” Matthew C. Perry high “Students had to play at 6 ample, won’t play first-per- and Humphreys High School at prize pool up to that time, $34.3 school teacher Jason Perdew a.m. before school, which can be son shooter games like Call FEBRUARY 18 − MARCH 3, 2021 A STARS AND STRIPES COMMUNITY PUBLICATION 75 YEARS IN THE PACIFIC STRIPES KOREA 5

Member of the esports club at Matthew C. Perry High School play on computers built and purchased by teacher Jason Perdew.

of Duty. game consoles. “We won’t have any At Perry High, Perdew built games with a mature rating that the computers for the esports has violence or gore,” he said. club himself from parts he al- “We want to keep it wholesome ready had or bought second- and consider the sensitivity of all hand. Kids at all four schools are our students.” encouraged to bring their own For parents still unsure about consoles. their children play- However, a console ing video games rather View video! can be an expensive than engaging in physi- purchase, and not all cal activity, Church said students come from a to consider the hand- home that can afford eye coordination, team a $500 gaming console strategy and communi- or a $1,000 gaming cation skills involved in computer, he said. esports. Perdew said he “Besides, a lot of students play hopes that once esports is official- video games after school, so they ly recognized as a varsity sport might as well get social fulfill- that schools will have equipment ment and maybe even a scholar- to lend to students. Until then, ship out of it,” he said. the clubs get by on fundraising, The student players can’t use donations and teachers’ money. the secure DODEA networks, “I don’t want any child to be so the club supervisors reached excluded because their family DO YOU HAVE A STORY TO SHARE? IF SO, LOG ON TO into their own pockets to pur- can’t afford it,” he said. chase internet access and club [email protected] STRIPESKOREA.COM equipment like PCs, routers and Twitter: @ThisEarlGirl

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T h e! is ir bu is f lgogi recipe STORY AND PHOTOS BY CHIHON KIM, STRIPES KOREA If you’re wanting to bring the taste of Korea to here are a few choice dishes that one might throughout the Peninsula and abroad, you’ll notice your kitchen, give this one a try. I dug deep into my T think of when dreaming of Korean food. Bulgo- there are a few variations on the way it is prepared. memory to when I served in the Korean Navy and gi, Korean barbeque beef, is one of those. For the most part, however, ingredients like soy had to pull kitchen duty aboard ship for this bulgogi Literally translated to “fire meat,” bulgogi is just sauce, minced garlic, sugar, and sesame oil are stan- recipe. that… fire because it’s so delicious! As you travel dard for bulgogi. [email protected]

„PREP TIME: 10 mins Ingredients MARINADE „COOK TIME: 5 mins „1 Tbsp minced garlic „MARINATING TIME: At the least 3 hours or overnight „2 Tbsp minced onion (optional) „TOTAL TIME: 15 -20 mins „1 lb thinly-sliced beef (500g) „2 pieces minced pineapple or kiwi, Asian pear, „DIFFICULTY: Easy „Some thinly sliced mushrooms (shiitake, enoki, red apple (optional) „SERVINGS: 4 or button mushrooms) about 40g (optional) „2 Tbsp brown sugar (or 8 Tbsp pineapple juice) „1 cup thinly sliced onion (150g) „3 Tbsp sesame oil „1 cup sliced scallions (80g) „5 Tbsp dark soy sauce „Sesame seeds (optional) „Black pepper

Instructions 1 3 Cut the meat into 2-3mm- Marinate the meat for at thick and place them in a deep least 3 hours. I sometimes Choose the cut of meat: pan or food container. If you marinate the meat overnight in „ Tender parts of beef such get tough meat such as chuck the fridge like I learned in the as sirloin, blade, tenderloin roll. then cut it into 1-1.5mm- Navy. are commonly used for this thick slices. dish. While ribeye is used 4 often, if you’re comfortable Remove the bowl of with tenderizing meat cuts, 2 marinated bulgogi from the then choose whichever you Gather all the marinade fridge and set it aside. prefer. For my recipe, I chose ingredients into a bowl. Instead a chuck roll, which is a little of brown sugar, I mixed in the tough but less expensive than juice from canned pineapple as 5 other cuts, but it still worked well as a few pieces of minced Slice the veggies thinly, well for my bulgogi. pineapple and a minced half then gently mix them in with onion. the meat. My way to make meat „ more tender: I usually use pre-cut bulgogi from the 6 freezer section of a Korean Over high heat, add the grocery store. If you have a View video mixture into a pan and cook large portion of meat in your to make this until the meat begins to sear. Be careful not to overcook the fridge or prefer to cut meat hot dish! yourself, freeze the meat for meat, so this process should about 2 hours, then slice it. take about 1 to 1.5 minutes per Not every cut of meat is side. melt-in-your-mouth tender, so I usually use pineapple 7 to tenderize it. This is a good Put black peppers and tip that I learned from the sprinkle sesame seeds on it. battleship kitchen. Minced Serve it with a bowl of rice. !׮פKorean pear, red apple, or kiwi Bon appetite orੜݡѷण also work well. (Pronounced: jal meok-ke- sseum-nida)! FEBRUARYFEBRUARYY 1818 − MARCHMARCH 3, 20212021 A STARS AND STRIPES COMMUNITY PUBLICATION 75 YEAYEARSRS IN THE PAPACIFICCIFIC STRIPES KOREA 7

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BY CHIHON KIM, STRIPES KOREA

ere we are, a year later and still hanging in at home to stop watch on the streaming service, so don’t forget to visit korea.stripes. the spread of COVID-19. You may feel as if you’ve finished com for that list here. H all of Netflix, but I’m here to show you some more great Don’t let these titles intimidate you — they’re easy to follow and Korean hits streaming now. come with English subtitles! Last time, I suggested a couple of dramas and movies you could [email protected] Fun Korean movies

Oasis – Drama, 132 min- Welcome to Dongmakgol JSA (Joint Security Area) utes, score – Drama, War, Comedy, 133 – Drama/Mystery, 110 min- 90%, Audience score 84% minutes, Rotten Tomatoes utes, Rotten Tomatoes me- Released in 2002, “Oasis” score 86%, Audience score ters 77% is a drama directed by my 92% This is one of those favorite director Lee Chang- Though set in the cruelty where the Rotten Toma- dong. The reason why I love of the of 1950, toes meter is a little off, be- his movie is the “realism” “Welcome to Dongmakgol” cause the audience scored that pervades in the most of does not feature any war this a lot higher at 91 per- the movies he has directed. scenes or blood making it cent “fresh.” I have to say When you watch Lee’s films, a good movie to enjoy with I agree with the audience, you are likely to feel as if your family. Before watch- JSA is a good one to watch. you’re watching a documen- ing this movie, I didn’t ex- tary. This film depicts an un- pect much from this film be- This 2000 film elevates usual romance between a so- cause the poster didn’t seem Park Chan-wook from an cial misfit just released from appealing. By the end of the ordinary movie director to prison and a woman with movie, I was glad I didn’t a maestro. Twenty years severe cerebral palsy. judge a movie by its cover! since it’s release, and this is This film was highly ac- The film begins when still considered a theatrical claimed for both its cinemat- Captain Neil Smith, a mem- masterpiece depicting the Oasis Photo courtey of CJ entertainment Welcome to Dongmakgol JSA ic quality and terrific per- ber of the U.S. Navy, is caught Photo courtey of division of Korea through formances, earning prizes in a mysterious storm of but- the precarious friendship at numerous film festivals. Lee won the Special Director’s prize terflies and makes a crash and tragedy between South and Nor at the 2002 Venice Film Festival and Moon So-ri, who gave an in- landing into Dongmakgol Village, located in a pretty remote and spired performance as a disabled person, was given the Emerging mountainous area in Korea. The tension in the movie increases as Actress prize at the same event. Oasis is an art film and despite South Korean, Allied and North Korean troops meet here. Howev- there being no special effects or any explosion, it still manages to er, hilarity ensues as the villagers have no clue there is an ongoing Mother – Horror/Thriller, 121 draw you in. war. Director Jang-Jin’s gift here is to show a little light, laughter minutes, Rotten Tomatoes me- and humanity in the face of a tragic event like war. ters 96% Here, another one of Bong Joon-ho’s films. Despite the in- terpretation of “Mother” being Snowpiercer – Cult Sci- – a complicated story by critics, at Fi & Fantasy, 125 minutes, Thriller/Crime, 132 minutes, its core, this film is a simple story Rotten Tomatoes score 94%, Rotten Tomatoes meters about motherhood and the mean- Audience score 72% 90% ing of maternal love. This sci-fi action flick Directed by four-time Famed Korean actor Kim Hye- is directed by four-time Oscar winner Bong Joon- ja plays a widow with a 27-year- Oscar winner Bong Joon- ho, “Memories of Murder” old son who has developmental ho and is inspired by the is a masterpiece which disabilities. The plot involves a French graphic novel made Bong a household murder in which her son is impli- “Le Transperceneige” by name. Released in 2003, cated and the widow attempts to Jacques Lob, Benjamin the film’s plot is centered solve. Watch out for the impres- Legrand and Jean-Marc on true events surrounding sive dance scene at the begin- Rochette. Though the film serial rape-murder case in ning reminiscent of Joker’s bath- veers from the plot of the Hwaseong, Gyeonggi Prov- room dance scene in the 2019 book, it does bring forth ince from 1986 to 1991. In blockbuster. I’m still wondering the authors’ world view this thriller, which will have whether this is a coincidence or into the movie plot. Bong is you on the edge of your an homage. Check it out and let also the director of award- seat, Bong takes the view- me know your thoughts! P winning “Parasite,” which er inside Korean society’s like “Snowpiercer” also darker side in the 80s. incorporates his signature Memories of Murder Snowpiercer Photo courtey of CJ entertainment critiques of capitalism and Photo courtey of CJ entertainment the wealth gap between rich and poor. The film portrays a failed attempt to stop global warming which brings on a second Ice Age. The last human survivors – Horror/Thriller, 118 minutes, Rotten Tomatoes meters 93% on earth carry on their lives on a snowpiercer train that never Released in 2016, the “Train to Busan” is a zombie flick directed by Yeon stops. Each character’s life is different based on what train Sang-ho. After its release, this movie was harshly criticized at home, but foreign car they live on. Each compartment car has its own unique critics and audiences loved it. I liked it, too. This film depicts the main charac- symbolic elements, and a series of events take place when the ters’ struggle to survive on the train from to Busan while a zombie virus lower-class tail-section passengers try to break through to breaks out in South Korea. The film mostly takes place on a train and the unpre- the engine at the front of the train. Hop on the train and the dictable situation of every stop at the train station brings tension throughout the young leader Curtis, played by Hollywood star Chris Evans, whole movie. Though its cinematic quality isn’t that great, the plot and movie will make you join in the rebellion against the elite at the front itself is very entertaining. If you’re a zombie movie enthusiast like me, hop on of the train! the train to Busan. Tr a FEBRUARYFEBRRUAU RYY 1818 − MARCHMARCH 3, 20212021 A STARSSTTARS ANDAND STRIPESSTRIPES COMMUNITY PUPUBLICATIONBL 75 YEARS IN THE PACIFIC STRIPES KOREA 9

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For shorter, easier watching – Korean TV

Sweet Home – Fantasy, Horror, Action, (season1, 10 episodes) As demand for Korean con- tent grows in Asia, Netflix con- tinues to make bold investments in the production of Korean TV series. What started with an- other drama “Kingdom” in Dec. 2020, Netflix has nearly matched the production costs with the 30 billion won production “Sweet Home.” This originally started as a digital comic which gar- nered over 1.4 billion views on- Kingdom Photo courtey of Netflix line before being picked up for Kingdom – Horror, 2 seasons its Netflix run. Known for its delicate mixture of dramatized history and oc- The story starts as loner Cha cult fiction, “Kingdom” is the first TV drama produced by Netflix Hyun-soo, who lost his family in in South Korea. This $2-million-per-episode production is gaining a terrible accident, is forced to steam for its incredible visual beauty and zombie theme set during move into a shabby apartment. the Joseon Dynasty.Gen. Adams retweeted Donahoe and added, Life in his new place is quiet un- Sweet Home Photo courtey of Netflix “Not quite legally required. More like ‘strongly encouraged.’ You til a series of horrible incidents will be glad you did.” start to happen in the building. Residents around him begin to convert into monsters designed by their hidden desires and Cha Hyun-soo must fight to survive. If you’re big fan of creature feature movies, then this is one for you.

Photo courtey of CJ entertainment Strangers from Hell (Hell Is Other People) – Horror, Crime, Mystery (season1, 10 episodes) rth’s young soldiers. Before watching this horror drama, I read the comic book se- ries behind it. The illustrations were alluring and the story was so captivating that I finished the series in one sitting. The show, like the comic book, is worth a watch and, as I’ve said before, Koreans really know how to make a great horror show and movie. The main character, Yoon Jong-woo, is a young guy who moves to Seoul from the coun- Mr.Sunshine Photo courtesy of TVN tryside. While looking for a place to live, he runs across old Gosi- Mr. Sunshine – Romance, 1 season won, a cheap hostel with a shared The TV drama series is about a Korean man becoming a U.S. Ma- kitchen and bathroom. Unpleas- Strangers from Hell (Hell Is Other People) Photo courtey of OCN rine Corps officer and being embroiled in the national resistance ant events start to disturb his life movement against Japanese colonialists after returning to Joseon. once he settles in this building. Let me first begin by clarifying — this is not my recommendation. The character really wants to leave Gosiwon, but he has to stick to his I have included this pick as it was one publicly endorsed earlier this 6-month-plan while he saves enough money to move out. Can Yoon can year by some leaders of USFK. So, instead of my commentary I will survive until then? briefly summarize a series tweets by Maj. Gen. Patrick Donahoe, the Eighth Army deputy commading general, and Gen. Robert Abrams, Crash Landing on You – Com- the top U.S. commander in South Korea, on this romance drama. edy, Romance, (16 episodes + 3 It all started when Maj. Gen. Donahoe tweeted: “Fair warning. If Mother you are coming to Korea, you are legally required to watch Mr. Sun- Photo courtesy of CJ entertainmnet special episodes) Honestly, I’m not a big fan shine before you arrive. It’s on Netflix. That is all.” of this romance drama, but GeGen.n. AAdamsdams rretweetedetweeted DonahoeDonahoe andand added,added, “NotNot quitequite legallyleggallyy re-re- this one is worth mentioning. ququired.iredd. MoreMMore likelike ‘strongly‘sstrongly encouraged.’eencourragedd.’ YYououou willwilll be gladglad youyoy u did.”did dd.” Crash Landing on You has en- joyed a good run in the trend- ing lists on Netflix, not just in Korea but other Asian coun- tries since its release in 2019. The story follows a rich South Korean heiress who, while paragliding in Seoul, ends up crashlanding on the North Korean side of the DMZ. A North Korean guard finds her, they form a special rela- tionship and romance ensues. in to Busan Photo courtesy of NEW Crash Landing on You Photo courtey of TVN File photo 10 STRIPES KOREA A STARS AND STRIPES COMMUNITY PUBLICATION 75 YEARS IN THE PACIFIC FEBRUARY 18 − MARCH 3, 2021

Cyclists should know this when riding around ROK

STORY AND PHOTO BY CHIHON KIM, crosswalk. According to traffic law, when a STRIPES KOREA vehicle hits a bicycle, it is considered a two- vehicle incident. To avoid this, cyclists are etting exercise and maintaining so- required to dismount and walk their bicycle cial distancing these days may also mean that for many of you, riding across the crosswalk. There is an exception G to this rule when riding through a designat- a bike is an option. In South Korea, traffic laws also include cyclists on the roadways. ed red lane protected for cyclists, so you can One important rule to be aware of as you ride freely across this lane. hop on for a refreshing bike ride around your Remember when riding a bike, if there is neighborhood is that cyclists are required to no designated bike lane, to keep to the right walk their bikes through the crosswalk. on the general roadway. Stay safe and happy This applies to situations when you’re on pedaling! a designated bike path that leads through a [email protected] FEBRUARY 18 − MARCH 3, 2021 A STARS AND STRIPES COMMUNITY PUBLICATION 75 YEARS IN THE PACIFIC STRIPES KOREA 11

On May 14, 1945, Stars and Stripes published its first newspaper in the Pacific. To commemorate 75 years serving the military community in the theater, we’re taking a look back at Stripes history through the writing and photography of a dedicated staff spanning generations. Stars and Stripes has proudly supported the Pacific military community since the beginning and will continue to serve the troops and families at the heart of our work. There’s ‘no sweat’ riding (outside) copter

BY PAULA BERNSTEIN, STARS AND STRIPES Published:November 27, 1955

WITH U.S. 24TH DIV., Korea (S&S) — Sometimes a soldier balks at flying on his back out- side a helicopter, 700 feet in the air. EXCLUSIVE NEWS FROM: “I just tell him ‘no sweat’. The ride will last 15 or 20 minutes, and if he will keep still, he’ll enjoy it a heck of a lot more,” says 1st. Lt. Paul 75.stripes.com Blomquist, who pilots the air ambulancss of the 54th Medical Detachment. or ropes,” he says. Blomquist is one of five Army Besides the five helicopters, fliers ready to take off in the two ambulances stand ready to “bubble” choppers within five deliver the 24th Division’s sick minutes after getting a call to and wounded to the hospital ad- evacuate a soldier suffering joining the chopper field. gunshot wounds, skull fractures, “A few soldiers are nervous broken bones, hepatitis or hem- after flying outside the chop- orrhagic fever. pers, but most of them are so “If the doctor says they have sick they don’t care whether to go by helicopter, they have to they’re in the air or not,” reports go,” Blomquist adds. Capt. Virginia Brown, chief “Often people with brain con- nurse at the hospital. cussions are scared.” Blomquist The quonset hut hospital here “comforts them a little,” and November, 1955: 1st Lt. Paul Blomquist, who pilots the air ambulances of the 54th Medical Detachment, secures a patient to the outside of his Bell H-13 Sioux helicopter. The aircraft is equipped with external stretchers — one on each side of the is equipped with an X-ray lab, wraps the patients in sleep- aircraft — to transport wounded soldiers quickly from battlefield to hospital. When only one patient is flown, sandbags are pharmacy, surgery room, dental ing bags before fastening them strapped to the other side to balance the weight. Photo courtesy of Al Ternes, Stars and Stripes clinic, library, hobby shop and down with safety belts. When a patients’ mess which opened only one patient la flown, sand- that Blomquist says his hands a brain injury manages to un- to preserve its delicate balance Thursday. bags are strapped to the empty on the control stick can feel a fasten his safety belt, unzip his and save the. life of his patient Essential equipment and sup- litter on the other side to balance patient’s “slightest movement sleeping bag and thrash around as well as himself. plies remain packed and ready the weight. Once in the air, the outside.” in mid-air, Blomquist must set “Then I tie down with any- to move in a few hours in case of plane’s balance is so “critical” If a delirious soldier with the chopper down immediately thing I can find, telephone wires any emergency. Rough withdrawal

BY WALTER CORD, home on October 29, 1954, one hundred thirty- STARS AND STRIPES one of its servicemembers had died in combat, ten Published: July 16, 1952 in wartime accidents, two of natural causes and more than 400 were wounded. But the Colombians en of the Colombian Battalion - most also received twenty-five Bronze Stars with Valor, probably 3rd Platoon, Company A of the nine Bronze Stars, eighteen Silver Stars, and two 1st Colombian Infantry Battalion - and M Presidential Unit Citations (one from the United their South Korean Army counterparts carry one States and one from South Korea). of their wounded men down Hill 400 after the Colombia was the only Latin American country conclusion of a successful raid on the hill. Last- to dispatch troops to Korea during the Korean War ing only an hour and 30 minutes the Colombians - the 1st Colombian Infantry Battalion, which be- killed 28 enemy soldiers, destroyed its artillery came known as the Colombian Battalion, arrived positions and took the hill. in country June 15, 1951 and during their deploy- A wounded “buddy” is carefully carried down the ragged hill on his way to the rear The platoon suffered 2 KIA and 15 wounded. ment were attached to several U.S. Army Infantry for medical care. Photo courtesy of ©1952, Stars and Stripes By the time the Colombian Battalion returned Regiments.

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Most people know him for throwing no-look passes, winning MVP, and a Super Bowl title, but did you know Patrick Mahomes’ dad played in the MLB? A right-handed starting pitcher, Mahomes played for 6 Major League teams with a brief gig playing for the Yokohama BayStars in the middle. Which

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