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Asad Air Base, Iraq Marines attach cargo nets filled with water and Meals Ready to Eat to a CH- 53E Super Stallion helicopter April 10. The Marines are assigned to Helicopter Support Team, Combat Logistics Battalion 2. Photo by Cpl. Sheila M. SAN DIEGO, Calif. | Staff Sgt. Jeff Glidewell, 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit, and his Brooks wife spend a few moments together April 10 before his departure for deployment on the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard. Photo by Petty Officer 1st Class Michael Moriatis Okinawa Marine | Opinion & Editorial | April 27, 2007  Web site helps explorers discover sights of Okinawa

Sgt. Christopher Pilgrim caching.com. The Web site convince my wife that the thrill of the hunt or priceless. It’s a great activi- has a database of hidden I needed a handheld the joy of discovery. ty for adults and kids alike, art of the fun of treasures, or caches, all Global Positioning System One of the nice fringe and it’s played worldwide. any video game is over the world, including unit, but my persistence benefits of this hobby is There are themed events Pthe thrill of find- the latitude and longitude paid off. Once I had the discovering new parks. for geocachers, some simi- ing a treasured item. In coordinates of each cache. GPS, the hunt was on. I This island is packed with lar to the TV show “The some games, it’s a unique There are different types found my first cache just recreational areas, scenic Amazing Race” and others weapon; in others, it’s a of caches, but it’s typi- outside of Camp Foster, views and points of inter- just an opportunity to meet priceless artifact. cally an ammo box or a easily within walking est. I have found that many other cachers. I recently had a conver- waterproof container with distance. It was actually a of these caches include at Check out the site. sation with my wife about small, inexpensive trin- little more difficult than least one of these high- There just may be treasure land navigation. She told kets inside like unit coins I thought it would be, but lights, if not a combina- hidden outside your door. me that one of her friends and key chains. when I actually found it, tion of them. The game is Pilgrim is an electronics performed little treasure I was hooked. I was exhilarated. So far, free, registration on the maintenance technician hunts with her husband I went to the site and I have found two caches, geocaching site is free, and with Marine Wing Commu- and two sons using the filled out the free regis- and it’s difficult to say the sights you will take in nications Squadron 18, 1st Web site http://www.geo- tration. It took a while to which is more exciting: playing the game will be Marine Aircraft Wing. DoD policy gives sexual assault victims more reporting options

DoD Sexual Assault and Prevention Response Office DoD policy now address this challenge. Sexual Assault Response Coordinators or In June 2005, the DoD initiated a policy Victim Advocates advise victims on the differ- Editor’s note: This is the final installment of giving victims two different reporting op- ent reporting options available, explaining the a three-part series observing Sexual Assault tions – restricted and unrestricted. Restricted benefits and limitations of each and document- Awareness Month. reporting provides a victim the opportunity to ing the reporting option selected. A victim confidentially disclose the details of a sexual must acknowledge his or her reporting prefer- exual assault continues to be one of the assault to specified individuals and receive ence in a signed Victim Reporting Preference most underreported crimes in America. medical treatment and support services with- Statement and acknowledge that depending on Creating a climate of confidence where out triggering the investigative process. This the reporting option chosen, it may limit the Svictims feel comfortable coming forward to option gives victims additional time to weigh ability of the government to prosecute the of- report sexual assault continues to be a top options and seek guidance regarding a crimi- fender. The preference statement also lists the priority of the Department of Defense. nal investigation. exceptions that apply to restricted reporting. In previous years, a report of sexual assault An unrestricted report initiates an official Increasing a victim’s reporting options and automatically triggered a criminal investiga- investigation of an alleged sexual assault improving access to the services will help the tion. Unfortunately, this did not accommodate using current reporting channels. Victims DoD create a climate of confidence in which victims who felt emotionally unprepared for receive the same medical care given in the service members will trust that the system criminal investigations due to fear, embarrass- restricted option, but this option conversely will respond appropriately when reporting a ment, shame and the sense of violation follow- notifies command authorities immediately, sexual assault and stand behind them during ing an assault. However, significant changes in initialing the investigative process. their recovery. Sempertoons marine corps Created by Gunnery Sgt. Charles Wolf fact check issued gear and civilian attire Q: Can I wear combat boots or a physical training sweatshirt in civilian attire? Yes. According to paragraph 1005 of Marine Corps Order P1020.34, any military footwear, crew neck service sweater, the all-weather coat, tanker jacket, dress A: blue sweater, personally owned extreme cold weather jackets (gortex) without grade insignia, watch caps, and cold weather physical training uniforms may be worn with civilian attire.

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NCIS offers $1,000 reward The Naval Criminal Investigative to recognize NMCRS volunteers Service is seeking information regarding the March 31 assault and robbery of a U.S. Lance Cpl. Daniel R. Todd and other assistance to members Marine. The incident occurred between okinawa marine staff of the naval services, eligible 12:30 and 2:30 a.m. in an alley and park- family members, and survivors ing area adjacent to Ocean View night CAMP FOSTER — Maj. Gen. in need. club near the intersection of Gate 2 Street Mary Ann Krusa-Dossin, com- “Volunteers with Navy and Highway 330 in Okinawa City. manding general of Marine Marine Corps Relief Society The victim described three suspects Corps Base Camp Butler and her Okinawa provide an invaluable as dark-skinned males wearing dark-col- service to Marines and sailors ored clothing. NCIS is offering a $1,000 husband Paul Dossin, honorary reward for information leading to the chairman of Navy Marine Corps here. Their time, efforts and ex- arrest and conviction of the persons Relief Society Okinawa, opened pertise are greatly appreciated,” responsible. Caller anonymity will be their Camp Foster home April said Allison Green, director of maintained. If you have any information 18 to host a dinner for local NMCRS Okinawa. concerning this case, call 645-0215. NMCRS volunteers. Volunteers provide service Dossin helped organize the members with budget counsel- event, which coincided with Na- ing, financial assistance, pre-de- Pandemic influenza forums tional Volunteer Week, to thank ployment briefs and many other Pandemic influenza educational forums the volunteers for their hard services, Green said. Yoshiko Diggs (left) receives will be held April 27 at the Camp Foster work, dedication and efforts to “The do it from the goodness a letter of thanks and a Theater and May 10 at the Kadena Air Base support NMCRS in its mission, of their hearts,” she said. certificate of appreciation Theater for medical personnel, key base per- said Andrea Tatayon, chair- “The relief society depends for her volunteer service with sonnel associated with pandemic influenza man of volunteers for NMCRS on all of our volunteers, and Navy Marine Corps Relief response and interested officers and staff non- Society Okinawa from Andrea Okinawa. without their hard work our of- commissioned officers. The forums will run Tatayon during an appreciation from 8-11 a.m. and 1-4 p.m., and will include According to its mission fices wouldn’t be able to serve dinner at Maj. Gen Krusa- briefs from the following organizations: III statement, NMCRS Okinawa the sailors, Marines and their Dossin’s home April 18. Photo Marine Expeditionary Force, Marine Corps provides financial, educational families,” Green said. courtesy of Andrea Tatayon Bases Japan, U.S. Naval Hospital Okinawa and 18th Wing Medical Group. Each forum will also include a question and answer session. For more information, contact Lt. Col. Evan New direct dialing system simplifies Davies at [email protected]. Road tax calls to base phones from off base The Joint Services Vehicle Registration Office has announced the 2007 road tax col- Lance Cpl. Corey A. Blodgett lection schedule. All vehicles must display a okinawa marine staff 2007 road tax sticker before June 1. There are four new Road tax may be paid at the following direct-in dialing prefixes locations: CAMP HANSEN — Calling most on-base phone for existing on-base • Camp Kinser Surfside Club, May 1 and 2, lines on Okinawa Marine installations just got a prefixes: 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. lot easier. • Camp Foster Theater, May 7-11, 9:30 a.m.- Anyone calling on-base phone numbers from 970 for 645 3:30 p.m. an off-base line or from a cell phone now only 954 for 622 • Kadena Keystone Theater, May 14-18, has to dial seven numbers, instead of the 14 to 17 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. numbers previously required. 971 for 646 • Torii Station Gym, May 21, 9:30 a.m.- Direct-in dialing, a new system implemented 969 for 623 3:30 p.m. April 16, is an additional capability designed for • Camp Courtney Theater, May 22-23, simplicity and efficiency, according to Chief War- 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. • Camp Hansen Palms Club, May 24, rant Officer Chad H. LaSuer, the telephone officer prefixes based on the number of phones,” LaSuer 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. for Marine Corps Base. said. “We have less than 40,000, so we have four • Camp Schwab Beachhead Club, May 29, With this new service, callers from off base and prefixes.” 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. those using cell phones need only replace the first LaSuer said the simplified dialing system also three numbers of an on-base phone number with helps reduce charges paid for unanswered calls. Road tax rates vary by license plate its new, equivalent Japanese prefix. For example, “With the old method, you’d call the base access category: to place a call to 645-1111 the new number would number, hear the second dial tone, and from that • 40/400, 50/500, 77/78, ¥7,500 be 970-1111. To call from a cell phone, the number point you’re paying for that phone call whether • 33/300 (4,500 cc and below), ¥19,000 would be (098) 970-1111. the person you’re calling answers or not,” he • 33/300 (above 4,500 cc), ¥22,000 The prefix also works for international calls. To said. “This way, your call will go right through, • 11/100, 88/80, ¥32,000 call from the U.S., for example, the number would Road tax must be paid in Japanese yen. A and there will be no charges if your party doesn’t Community Bank money exchange counter be 011-81-98-970-1111. answer.” will be available at each location. Mini car The new system works for numbers on Camps “These numbers will work for receiving phone and motorcycle taxes must be paid by April Foster, Hansen and Courtney. There are four new calls from the states, from the mainland or any- 31 at local city offices. Bring your receipt to direct-in dialing prefixes for existing on-base where in the world because it is basically a Japa- the JSVRO to receive a 2007 road tax sticker. prefixes: 970 for 645, 954 for 622, 971 for 646 and nese telephone number,” LaSuer explained. For more information, call 645-7481/3963. 969 for 623. Individuals who live in base housing on MCB officials could not provide direct-in dial- camps not covered by the new system who would TO SUBMIT A BRIEF, send an e-mail to ing for every base line here, but the system covers like to have direct-in dialing capability on their [email protected], or fax your the most commonly used numbers, which account home phone can contact the customer service request to 645-3803. The deadline for submitting for more than 70 percent of them. section of the base telephone office at 622-7211 a brief is noon every Friday. The Okinawa Marine “We can’t offer (direct-in dialing) to everyone for changing their number to a direct-dial prefix, reserves the right to edit all submitted material. right now because the Japanese government gives LaSuer said.

For the dining facility schedule, visit http://www.okinawa.usmc.mil Okinawa Marine | News | April 27, 2007  3rd Marine Division welcomes new commander Lance Cpl. Bryan A. Peterson wife, Nancy, will sorely miss rine Expeditionary Force deputy okinawa marine staff Okinawa. commanding general, looks for- “Before coming to Okinawa, ward to continuing where Robeson CAMP COURTNEY — Brig. Gen. Nancy and I didn’t think this left off. Mastin M. Robeson passed com- would be the place we wouldn’t “I truly have been amazed at mand of 3rd Marine Division to want to leave,” he said. “I’ve had what this division has done under Brig. Gen. Joseph V. Medina during the best time working with all of (Brig. Gen.) Robeson’s leadership,” a ceremony April 24 attended by Brig. Gen. Robeson Brig. Gen. Medina the officers, staff (noncommis- he said. “I am proud to serve as more than 200 service members, sioned officers) and NCOs here. We the division commander. I have families and friends at Camp Iraq for 12 months where he will will leave Okinawa with the most been with this division before. I Courtney’s Ironworks Gym. serve as the director of strategy, wonderful memories.” served as a company commander Robeson served as the divi- plans and assessment for Multi- Medina, who also serves as 3rd and regimental commander. I am sion’s commanding general for 15 National Force Iraq. Marine Expeditionary Brigade just glad to be here at the twilight months, and will soon deploy to Robeson said he and his commanding general and III Ma- of my tour.” Wing spouses learn Marine basics during Jane Wayne Day Lance Cpl. Juan D. Alfonso Following the demonstration, okinawa marine staff the spouses moved to Combat Lo- gistics Regiment 3’s indoor simu- CAMP FOSTER — To provide lated marksmanship trainer where a little insight into the life of a they received hands-on training Marine, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing with several weapons. hosted a Jane Wayne Day April 18 After the trainer, the wives ate for spouses of group and squadron lunch consisting of Meals, Ready- commanders. To-Eat, the prepackaged standard The Jane Wayne Day, which diet of Marines in the field. put spouses in roles that Marines “This is something everyone encounter during day-to-day train- should see,” said Marcia Neeley, ing and operations, was part of this one of the spouses who attended year’s wing commanders’ confer- the training. “We have a responsi- ence. bility as Marine spouses to have a The concept behind Jane Wayne working knowledge as to how the Day is that when spouses better Corps works.” understand their Marine’s mission, The final event was what many they are better prepared to handle of the wives described as the most exciting and enjoyable experience the challenges of separations and 1st Marine Aircraft Wing spouses fire in the indoor simulated marksmanship deployments. trainer April 18 at Combat Logistics Regiment 3. The demonstration was of the day – riding in 7-ton trucks “Today is about giving the wives part of 1st MAW’s Jane Wayne Day. Photo by Lance Cpl. Juan D. Alfonso and several other vehicles owned a taste of what the wing does,” said by MWSS-172. Lt. Col. Kevin B. Conroy, the execu- The day began with an explosive sential to 1st MAW.” “All I saw today are happy faces,” tive officer for Marine Wing Sup- ordnance disposal demonstration During the demonstration, EOD said 1st Lt. Paul Cervino, the execu- port Group 17, the unit responsible by Marine Wing Support Squadron technicians introduced examples tive officer for MWSS-172’s Motor for organizing the training event. 172’s Explosive Ordnance Disposal of unexploded ordnance that can Transportation Company. “That’s “It’s to provide a little education technicians on Kadena Air Base. be found on Okinawa and how to exactly what we were looking for. and remind them that we keep “There are many support mis- report one if discovered. (Spouses) put up with a lot. We the spouses in mind when making sions throughout the wing that They went on to demonstrate just wanted to make sure they’re decisions.” people aren’t aware of,” Conroy how improvised explosive devices aware that we’re thinking of them. Jane Wayne Day included stops at said. “EOD is one of those missions are used in Iraq as well as methods This is for them, and I hope they Kadena Air Base and Camp Foster. that isn’t very well known but es- for disarming them. enjoyed it.”

VOLUNTEER from pg 1 during the dinner in the Alsop was one of the most organizations and cur- form of a President’s Call senior volunteers. rently helps retirees and to Service Award for his During the recognition their families in Okinawa more than 4,000 hours of ceremony, Krusa-Dossin receive all the benefits volunteer service. presented the President’s they are eligible for, Alsop MC C S le ade r s a l s o Volunteer Service Award said. paid tribute to volunteer to 21 volunteers who each “People say to me ‘why standout retired Master donated more than 100 do you do all this and Gunnery Sgt. William hours of volunteer ser- don’t get paid for it?’” he Killian who passed away vice. She also presented said. “But I do get paid December 7. Killian was certificates of recognition for it, with two words: also the recipient of the to 79 volunteers for their ‘thank you.’ When you get President’s Call to Service efforts. a thank you, you know Award that night. Killian’s “I a m pr iv i leged to you’ve done your job.” wife, Akiko, accepted the stand before all of you Guest spea ker M aj. award on her husband’s who unhesitatingly give Gen. Mary Ann Krusa- behalf. Killian worked so much,” Krusa-Dos- Dossin, commanding gen- alongside Alsop assisting sin said. “Thank you for Retired Navy pilot Lt. Cmdr. Larry Alsop receives the eral of Marine Corps Base retirees and their families your unwavering service President’s Call to Service Award from Maj. Gen. Mary Camp Butler, gave Alsop a with military benefits. to your country, to our Ann Krusa-Dossin during the 9th Annual Marine Corps thank you message from He worked for MCCS for Marine Corps, and … to Community Services Volunteer Appreciation Dinner April 19. President George W. Bush 17 years and along with our family.” Photo by Lance Cpl. David Rogers  Okinawa Marine | NEWS | April 27, 2007 Kids’ Health Fest puts fun in wellness promotion

Lance Cpl. Richard Blumenstein face as he aged taught her about okinawa marine staff the harmful effects of cigarettes. “This display makes me never CAMP FOSTER — Bandages, ce- want to smoke,” Gonzales said. real, bugs, mouthwash, puppies, The kids’ fest also featured fire trucks, yoga, break dancing, a number of performances by balloon-animals and teeth float- children, including one from the ing in tobacco juice are just some Lester Middle School Band and of the things families saw during sanshin players and eisa dancers the 2007 Kids’ Health Fest April from Amelia Earhart Elementary 21 at the Camp Foster Community School. Center. Event organizers decided to The annual Kids’ Health Fest have children be the entertain- presented parents and children ment because it was a children’s with educational material on chil- event, said Navy Lt. Christine dren’s health and related base ser- Davies, the division officer of vices, according to Staci Rosean, the U.S. Naval Hospital pediatric the wellness director with Marine clinic. Corps Community Services Health Other highlights included a Promotion. crayon coloring contest and an ap- Groups from U.S. Naval Hos- Jelly Bean the clown uses his smiley stethoscope on 10-year-old Loren Burke pearance by Jelly Bean the clown, pital Okinawa and MCCS set up during the 2007 Kids’ Health Fest April 21 at the Camp Foster Community who dressed as a doctor and en- 30 booths for the more than 300 Center. Photo by Lance Cpl. Richard Blumenstein tertained children with balloon visitors at the fest. Each booth animals. displayed information covering to educate visitors by making the ferences between a pound of fat Rosean said the added enter- everything from healthy eating to event more entertaining. and a pound of muscle. tainment made the event fun and preventive medicine. Navy Lt. Cmdr. Michael Epper- “I think my wife and I are going helped the children retain the According to Rosean, some of ly, a father of two, said a nutrition to take a closer look at the things important health information. the booths’ unique displays, such booth taught him about the high our children eat and drink now,” “We wanted to make it fun so as teeth floating in tobacco juice sugar content of some common Epperly said. they enjoy learning,” Rosean said. to demonstrate the staining ef- foods and their effects on the body. Twelve-year-old Alexis Gonza- “I think it was a very successful fects of smokeless tobacco helped The booth displayed the size dif- les said a chart showing a smoker’s event.” SMP runners circle Okinawa to raise money for single-mother’s shelter

Lance Cpl. Bryan A. Peterson said, “Let’s do it.” everything for this hands okinawa marine staff After SMP representa- down,” he said. “They went tives passed out fliers to the above and beyond.” CAMP COURTNEY — The Camp Courtney community When the shelter’s direc- Camp Courtney Single and spoke to Marines and tor, Richiko Miyagi, told the Marine Program recently sailors at field day forma- residents about the Marines’ stepped up to make a dif- tions, volunteers filled all intentions, many did not be- ference for the Rainbow the spots within the first lieve the news. Miyagi said Heights Single Mothers’ week, Martin said. many of the shelter’s resi- Shelter by doing something “I guess everyone had the dents did not think Marines that surpassed all expecta- same feeling as we did about were interested in helping tions. the shelter,” she said. the Okinawan community, For 35 straight hours While the Marine volun- much less them. April 18-20, nearly 100 Ma- teers spent the next day and “After today, they will rine volunteers, organized a half running, other SMP know that Marines do care into 12 eight-person groups, members advertised the and want to help out,” he ran 223 miles covering runners’ efforts on donation said. Volunteer runners with the Camp Courtney Single Marine Okinawa’s entire perim- Program near the end of their leg of a 223-mile run around boxes distributed in public When the final group eter, starting and ending on Okinawa to raise donations and awareness for the Rainbow places, such as the com- of Marines approached the Camp Courtney. Single Mothers’ Shelter. Photo by Lance Cpl. Bryan A. Peterson missary and post exchange Camp Courtney Bowl at The purpose of the run where they collected dona- the conclusion of the run, was to raise donations and support the shelter, accord- shelter because they really tions for the shelter. they were greeted with loud awareness for the shelter ing to Ichiro Umehara, the need more outside support,” When the sergeant major cheers from all of the vol- that provides a safe haven Camp Courtney community he said. and Col. James E. Reilly, unteer runners, the camp for local mothers and their relations specialist. Cpl. Meghan L. Martin, the camp commander, first commander and kids from children who are victims of Umehara suggested the the Camp Courtney SMP mentioned the idea to top the shelter who were in domestic violence. shelter to the SMP as a wor- president, said when the commanders on the island, attendance to show their Currently, 22 residents thy charity since Rainbow committee members were they were met with looks support. live at the shelter where Heights rarely gets much planning how to raise do- of amazement. The gener- “This was not a small they share two washers and attention from members nations for the shelter, they als were impressed that a accomplishment,” Reilly dryers, two full bathrooms of the local and military decided to do something group of young Marines said. “There are no words to and one kitchen. Though communities. People are that would definitely catch would go to such lengths express my level of pride in food is readily available, more likely to look toward people’s attention. to help those less fortu- you all. This was a fantastic other essential items such orphanages when looking So when someone blurted nate than themselves. The job. Take a look at the kids; as school supplies for the to help a worthy cause, out the idea of running leaders immediately gave it was well worth it.” children and basic hygiene Umehara said. “While or- around the whole island, a thumbs up, Dougherty People who want to do- products are often in short phanages are equally as Camp Courtney’s sergeant said. nate items to the shelter supply as there are limited important, I felt the need to major and SMP advisor, Sgt. “The young (non com- can still do so by contacting public funds available to get the word out about the Maj. Patrick L. Dougherty missioned officers) deserve Martin at 622-9784. Okinawa Marine | NEWS | April 27, 2007  MEU’s BLT wraps up training on Camp Fuji

Cpl. Warren Peace greater opportunity to employ many “All the training was designed, Any problems the BLT came okinawa marine staff different weapons systems,” said planned and executed at the pla- across were offset by the Marines’ Capt. Brett T. McGinley, Weapons toon level,” McGinley said. “It gave performance, McGinley said. CAMP FUJI — The 31st Marine Ex- Company commander with the BLT, us a high level of flexibility. It also “I am very impressed with all the peditionary Unit’s Battalion Landing referring to the smaller more restric- ensured the platoons are getting the Marines, especially the NCOs,” he Team finished a weeklong training tive ranges on Okinawa, where the training they need.” said. “They put a lot into this. Each evolution April 24 at Combined unit is based. For many of the service members, platoon made significant strides.” Arms Training Center Camp Fuji. The battalion also conducted land it was their first time to train on The command at the Combined The Marines, from 2nd Battalion, navigation, sniper stalking, live- mainland Japan. Arms Training Center also made an 1st Marine Regiment, took advantage fire squad and fire team movement “It adds a new dimension working impression on the BLT leadership. of Camp Fuji’s range capabilities by courses. in Japan,” said 1st Lt. Lee Shinn, the “I can’t say enough good things conducting live-fire training with The training differed from most 81mm Mortar Platoon commander. about the Camp Fuji command,” artillery, mortars and a variety of in- recent exercises for the BLT due to “Here we had to deal with the rocky McGinley said. “They bent over dividual and crew-served weapons. the fact that the unit was separated terrain, but it didn’t cause too much backwards. The staff has made this “The ranges here afford a much from the rest of the MEU. of a problem.” a very smooth exercise.”

Marines with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit’s 81mm Mortar Platoon fire M-252 81mm mortar systems in the East Fuji Maneuver Area at Combined Arms Training Center Camp Fuji April 20. Photo by Cpl. Warren Peace

RETURN from pg 1 Teresa said. “I’m so glad he’s going to make it knit,” Seely said. “That’s why they made the attitudes and strong beliefs in what they were this time.” journey.” doing. In addition to the family members who gath- Not every Marine in this tight knit unit made “I think they went above and beyond,” Seely ered to witness the return, the Recon Marines it to the homecoming however, and among the said. “They performed with their hearts and were surprised to see a few unexpected faces at smiles and hugs of the celebration, the somber minds. I think they really had an impact in the homecoming. memories of those who gave their life in Iraq improving the circumstances in Fallujah.” Cpl. Josh D. Pappas, Sgt. William Edwards were never far from anyone’s mind. Sgt. David Pennington, a warehouse clerk and Sgt. Samuel W. Meek traveled from the Sgt. Gary S. Johnson, a field radio operator with the battalion, met his 4-month-old son for Brooke Army Medical Center in San Antonio, and 1st Lt. Nathan M. Krissoff, a counter-intel- the first time when he returned. Texas, to greet the Marines. ligence officer, were killed while conducting “I can’t believe I’m a father,” Pennington said. “I didn’t tell any of these guys we were com- operations against enemy forces in Anbar “It’s overwhelming.” ing here,” Pappas said. “I wanted to surprise Province. Krissoff died Dec. 9, and Johnson Staff Sgt. Erik J. Toney, a reconnaissance the boys.” died Jan. 23. man with the battalion, made it home just in The three Marines deployed with the battal- “Those men were exceptional Marines,” Seely time. His wife Teresa, who is expecting their ion, but after receiving wounds from an impro- said. “They’re survived by honor and distinc- child in three weeks, said she was worried her vised explosive device in December, they were tion.” husband would not return in time to see their transported to Brooke Army Medical Center “I just hope they know I’ll never forget them,” second child’s birth. where they were treated for burns. said Staff. Sgt. Francis J. Branden, the Alpha “He was in Iraq when we had our first son,” “Reconnaissance units are always tightly company communications chief.

HOUSING from pg 1 ing habitable. nance expenses for the last dents may take the survey Expenses should be re- one time payment that When taking the survey, twelve months. They will at home with their spouses ported in the currency used reflects average expendi- respondents should have be expected to compute a and are reminded to ensure to pay them. For more infor- tures made by members to bills or records of their util- monthly average for each all expenses are recorded as mation, contact the MCB make their overseas hous- ity expenses and mainte- of these expenses. Respon- accurately as possible. Finance Office at 645-7199. 10 Okinawa Marine | FEATURE | April 27, 2007

A forward observer scout team watches artillery rounds hit their target from Observation Post Fast in the East Fuji Maneuver Area near Combined Arms Training Center Camp Fuji April 18. Forward observers use binoculars, compasses, laser range finders, maps and Global Positioning Systems to determine target locations. Photos by Cpl. Warren Peace

An M-198 Gun 4 155mm section Medium fires a Howitzer High has a Explosive maximum round effective April 19. range of Howitzer more than gun 18 miles sections and is are capable capable of firing of firing a wide four variety of rounds rounds. per A forward observer plots the location of a target April 18 minute. before transmitting the location to the FDC. Okinawa Marine | FEATURE | April 27, 2007 11

Gun 4 section prepares its M-198 155mm Medium Howitzer for firing April 19. Forward observers act as eyes for ‘King of Battle’

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ictionary.com defines indirect fire as “fire delivered on a target that is Dnot itself used as the point of aim for the weapons.” But that definition is not completely accurate. Modern mortarmen and artillerymen always have eyes on their targets. They are called forward observers, and they are the first piece of a complex puzzle that comes together to form the “King of Battle.” A forward observer scout team with 2nd Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment, currently serving as the 31st Marine Expedition- ary Unit’s Battalion Landing Team, found themselves overcoming tall grass and fog as they put eyes on training targets in the East Fuji Maneuver Area near Combined Arms Training Center Camp Fuji April 18-19. Using binoculars, compasses, laser range finders, maps and Global Positioning Systems, the observers identified targets and called in fire missions to a fire direc- Lance Cpl. Jacob Ouren radios a fire mission to tion center near the gun line of four M-198 the Fire Direction Center April 18. Fire missions 155mm Medium Howitzers with the BLT’s consist of a location of a target and the E Battery. quantity and type of rounds to engage with. After the guns fired initial rounds, the FO team, consisting of a forward observer zone 200-meters wide. officer, scout observers and two radio opera- Howitzers can also fire Dual-Purpose Im- A forward observer scout team watches artillery rounds hit their target from Observation Post Fast in the East Fuji Maneuver Area near Combined Arms Training Center Camp Fuji April 18. Forward observers use binoculars, tors, transmitted adjustments back to the proved Conventional Munition rounds that compasses, laser range finders, maps and Global Positioning Systems to determine target locations. Photos by Cpl. Warren Peace FDC. release 88 smaller explosive charges, called “Basically we are the eyes of any sup- bomblets, above a target. Each bomblet is porting arms units like artillery batteries, capable of penetrating two inches of steel. mortar platoons and naval guns,” said Lt. The guns are capable of effectively j.g. Jonathan Long, the naval gun fire liaison engaging targets at distances greater than officer working with the Battalion Landing 18 miles away with up to four rounds per Team. minute. Miles away from the observers, the FDC Once the gun section completed its fire processed the data they provided with other missions, the observers assessed the ef- factors such as weather, terrain, the location fectiveness of the engagement and relayed of the guns and the rotation of the Earth. the information back to the FDC, providing The FDC calculations were then sent to the battle damage assessments and declaring an gun line as firing coordinates. end of mission status. The gun sections, consisting of nine Ma- Throughout the training, the observers, rines, then aimed their howitzers. the FDC and the gun sections, all with dis- “We provide close and continuous fire tinctly different missions, worked together support to ground troops,” said Capt. Rog- in perfect unison and delivered rounds onto elio Oregon, the battery commander. targets with deadly accuracy, said Oregon. Working in perfect symphony, the gun “The forward observers are the eyes of sections fired 16 High Explosive rounds at the battery,” Oregon said. “The (Fire Direc- the targets, sending razor-sharp fragments tion Center) is the brains and the gun line in every direction at speeds of more than is the brawn. We can’t function without all 5,000 meters per second, creating a kill the elements working together.” 12 Okinawa Marine | FEATURE | April 27, 2007

Lance Cpl. Barclay M. Reed prepares to submerge himself April 19 during the Marine Corps’ Modular Amphibious Egress Trainer course at the Camp Hansen House of Pain’s 25-meter pool. Reed is an engineer equipment operator with Combat Logistics Battalion 31, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit. Photos by Lance Cpl. Richard Blumenstein Taking the plunge Helo dunker training keeps Marines’ heads above water

Lance Cpl. Richard Blumenstein of the amphibious egress training okinawa marine staff unit. The course starts with a lec- ot long after seven ture teaching Marines about the Marines perished in a many dangers involved with a helicopter crash into crash including chemicals in the the Pacific Ocean in water and the effects of air pres- NDecember 1999, the Marine Corps sure on the body. issued an order making water During the practical appli- survival and aircraft emergency cation portion of the course, training mandatory for Marines Marines go through a series of ex- flying in helicopters over water ercises in the pool including the for extended periods. use of underwater breathing de- Since then, the Marine Corps vices, aircraft escape procedures Modular Amphibious Egress and water survival methods. Trainer course on Camp Hansen They train using the modular amphibious egress trainer, which has helped train more than 6,000 Brian Crocker teaches Marines how to use breathing devices underwater Marines and sailors on how to April 19. In the event of a helicopter crash in water, the breathing devices can can simulate the interior of either react to and survive a helicopter provide 30 seconds to two minutes of air depending on the depth of the water. a CH-46 or CH-53 rotary-wing crash in open water. aircraft. The trainer, also known Instructors with Survival Sys- proper techniques and proce- to be in a (helicopter) crash that to many Marines as the “helo tems USA conduct two courses dures to escape a submerged their muscle memory will kick in dunker,” lowers into the pool per week at the Camp Hansen helicopter. and they can escape a crash with- with Marines inside and rotates House of Pain 25-meter pool, “What we try to do is get them out even thinking about it,” said upside-down. teaching service members the so familiarized with what it’s like Kurt Reese, the chief instructor Inside the dunker, Marines Okinawa Marine | FEATURE | April 27, 2007 13

The modular amphibious egress trainer, commonly called the “helo dunker,” A raft formation decreases the energy Marines must exert can simulate the interior of a CH-46 or CH-53 helicopter. to remain afloat.

Marines make a chain formation during the water survival portion of the course April 20. Group formations can increase survival time in the water and make stranded Marines more visible from the air. conduct escape procedures. The in this particular case, speed ing in formations that provide Marines first use breathing devic- will kill you,” said Robert L. support for injured Marines and es to increase the amount of time Smith, the site manager of the allow rescue aircraft to easily they have to get out of the simu- Survival Systems USA training locate them. lator. The devices can supply 30 unit. “If they unbuckle their seat “The purpose behind the seconds to two minutes of breath- belt too early, they’ll float to the training is to provide them with able air depending on the depth top of the dunker and have a an escape route should they of the submerged helicopter. much harder time escaping the crash,” Smith said. “Without “It can be difficult to use aircraft.” this training, if you crash in the the breather underwater if you The training is not limited to water, the odds are your mission panic,” said Lance Cpl. Barclay the dunker, however. The course is dead.” M. Reed, an engineer equipment also includes the Shallow Wa- Smith said that is why the operator with Combat Logistics ter Egress Trainer, a chair that training is mandated, and he Battalion 31. “If you panic when rotates upside-down in water, as urged unit leaders to ensure their you taste the water, it feels like a way to prepare course partici- Marines get the training before Cpl. William C. Heimerdinger you’re not breathing — like you’re pants for the dunker. they participate in any missions submerges himself during just swallowing water.” According to Smith, helicop- that involve flying in a helicopter the course April 19. Marines After putting the breathing ters turn upside-down in water over water. practiced using breathing devices into use, the Marines because the aircraft are top “Whether he’s a private in devices upside-down in water. must locate and open the emer- heavy. He added the dunker helps the Marine Corps or a general, gency exits before unstrapping give a more genuine experience it doesn’t make a difference. If a their seat belts and escaping the by mirroring that motion. Marine wants to fly in a helicop- dunker. Toward the end of the course, ter over open water, they have to “Most people want to get out Marines train on water survival go through this training,” Smith as fast as they possibly can, and methods. They practice float- said. 14 Okinawa Marine | FEATURE | April 27, 2007 Southern rap artist draws crowd on Foster

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he floors and walls of the Globe and Anchor trembled as hundreds of Tfans shook fists in the air and screamed in unison “We some head bustas.” More than 800 hip-hop fans crowded into the Camp Foster club April 23 for a performance by Southern rap artist Sean P, formerly known as Sean Paul of YoungBloodz. The show drew the biggest crowd the Globe has seen in years, according to Jack Harnat- kiewicz, the club’s manager. Sean P came to Okinawa as part of a Morale, Welfare and Recreation world tour sponsored by Navy Entertainment. The tour also made stops in Iraq, Korea and aboard the USS Iwo Jima. Sean P said he performs for service members overseas to remind them they are not forgot- ten. Sean P performs for more than 800 fans at the Globe and Anchor April 23. Sean P came to Okinawa as part of a “We tell them to keep their Morale, Welfare and Recreation world tour sponsored by Navy Entertainment. Photo by Lance Cpl. David Rogers heads up, and when they get back home we’re waiting on and rapper K.I. the troops because everybody’s troops. them,” Sean P said. The Atlanta rap group, the from different places and differ- “I’m trying to get some of the Disc jockeys Rukiss and Tre Hevyweights, helped Sean P close ent cultures,” Sean P said. other artists in the states to come opened up the night and were the show with a performance that The Atlanta native said he out here and follow my footsteps, followed by performances from lasted more than an hour. hopes that other performers will to come out here and perform,” the Okinawa dance group T-Da “The best place to be is with take his lead by entertaining the he said. Mission accomplished: Young Marines take Torii Beach

Lance Cpl. Tyler J. Hlavac informed instead it was time for a little okinawa marine staff physical training. “We need to train so we can beat Kinser,” he invasion was reminiscent of White said to his troops, referring to the the many great Marine Corps upcoming field meet where Young Marines assaults of the past: it was quick, from all over Okinawa will compete against effective, and the enemy had no each other in several physical activities. idea what hit them. The Young Marines commenced their The Young Marines massed on Torii physical training with crunches and runs TBeach the morning of April 21 and formed while instructors urged them on. It wasn’t up to receive their orders. all serious, though, as the instructors joined Like most junior Marines, they were anx- in on the fireman-style carries. ious to get to the mission at hand so they “I really liked the fireman’s carry,” said could move onto some chow and liberty. Young Marine Cody Roberts with a wide grin. The Young Marines commanding officer The weary warriors finished their train- gave them their marching orders — clean ing and sat down to a hearty meal of steak, the beach. hamburgers, hotdogs, and beans while look- They got on line and policed up trash in ing forward to some football and swimming. the area. They stuck to the task and man- “With these kids, we deal with our fu- aged to only occasionally get distracted ture,” White said. “We do activities like this — particularly by hermit crabs and the to prepare them for the future and to have temptation of skipping rocks. fun. We plan for a better today and a suc- Luckily, or perhaps unluckily, for the cessful future.” Young Marines, their Marine instructors Young Marines Cody Roberts (left) and Joseph The Young Marines Program is a youth were on hand to make sure the job was Digiovanni participate in a beach clean-up on education service program that promotes completed and to “snatch up” any Young Torii Beach April 21. Photo by Lance Cpl. Tyler J. Hlavac mental, moral and physical development. Marines who got distracted. The youngsters The program is open to military or civilian quickly completed their mission, adhering like this every couple of months,” said Ma- children ages 8 through 18. to the Marine Corps’ unofficial policy of rine Sgt. Dexter L. White, the Camp Foster Anyone wishing to enroll their child or leaving an area cleaner than the way it was Young Marines commanding officer. sign up to be an instructor can contact the found. After the police call, the Young Marines Young Marines at 645-1323 or by e-mail at “We try to do community service events were ready for chow and liberty but were [email protected]. Okinawa Marine | Sports | April 27, 2007 17

Katie Henderson, a forward for the Lions, looks for an opening in Ryoma the Speed Kinjo, a defense defensive April 21 fielder for during the the Bears, 6th Annual warms MCCS- up with Tomigusuku teammates Friendship prior to Soccer Day. Photos by Lance squaring Cpl. Robert C. off against Frenke Speed. Soccer squads mix it up Okinawan, American teams shuffle players for friendship game

Lance Cpl. Robert C. Frenke The following year MCCS par- okinawa marine staff ticipated in the first friendship day in Tomigusuku City, and the occer fans worldwide share two communities have continued a passion, and the sport’s the tradition since, trading host- Suniversal language recently ing duties each year. united American and Okinawan “Parents and their children youths as they teamed up for the from Tomigusuku have been com- first time at the 6th Annual Ma- ing since 2000 because it’s a good rine Corps Community Services- time for everyone,” said Christine Tomigusuku Friendship Soccer Brown, a recreation assistant Day April 21 on Camp Foster. with MCCS Semper Fit Youth Organizers from MCCS Semper Sports. Fit Youth Sports and Tomigusuku Brown said the event helps City in southern Okinawa fused boost the curiosity of American the participating teams with and Okinawan children to learn equal amounts of American and about each other’s cultures. Okinawan youths. “I met a lot of tomodachi here,” “MCCS did a great thing by said 10-year-old Sakiyama Daiki, combining the teams,” said Jerry Mariah Watkins, goal keeper for the All Stars, prepares to put the ball in play using the Japanese word for Devries, the coach of the Lions after thwarting the Typhoons’ scoring attempt. friends. soccer team. “Initially the kids Kozerski and his team worked were shy with each other, but “American kids play soccer ance in 2000 when Tomigusuku over the last two months with they opened up to each other a lot seasonally,” Devries said. “Most officials invited the Americans Tomigusuku officials to organize quicker this year and had a great American children jump from to participate in the city’s John the event. time.” soccer to basketball and then to Mung Goodwill Baseball Games, “It took a lot of planning and Organizers thought mixing the baseball. The Okinawans, how- according to Glen C. Polito, the coordinating on both sides,” teams would be an interesting ever, pick a sport and stick with assistant director of MCCS Sem- Kozerski said. “But it was worth change because of the different that sport and that sport only. per Fit Sports. it because all the kids had a soccer styles of the American and Most of them have been on the Semper Fit Youth Sports ac- great time. The point was to Okinawan children, said Jason same team for years.” cepted the invitation and formed bring everyone together and Kozerski, the MCCS Semper Fit MCCS and Tomigusuku first an all-star baseball team of U.S. have fun, which makes today a Youth Sports director. formed their youth sports alli- players aged 11-12. success.” 18 Okinawa Marine | Marketplace | April 27, 2007

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