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By Nathan Pfau “We know that freedoms come at a cost,” Army Flier Staff Writer Chambers continued. “The tremendous acts of courage and sacrifice brave men Fort Rucker honored the service of the and women have to answer the call to go nation’s veterans with a ceremony at the wherever and whenever they are needed – U.S. Army Aviation Museum Nov. 9. as a the service of all of our veterans and their way to say ‘thank you’ to those who have family members is not forgotten.” served. During the ceremony, veterans from ev- Command Sgt. Maj. Gregory M. Cham- ery branch of the U.S. Armed Forces were bers, command sergeant major of the Avia- recognized as the band played their respec- tion Branch, presided over the ceremony to tive songs. A wreath was also laid by Cham- thank not only those who have served, but bers and CW5 Joseph B. Roland, chief war- their families, as well. rant officer of the Aviation Branch, to honor “I just want to personally thank all of our past and present service members. veterans who have served our country – you For Willaim Voth, a veteran who served are what makes our country an absolutely 27 years in the Army, the ceremony was an phenomenal place to live,” he said during opportunity to show proper honor to those the ceremony. “Today we pay tribute to who have sacrificed throughout their lives to PHOTO BY NATHAN PFAU those who have served across all compo- provide the freedoms people enjoy today. CW5 Joseph B. Roland, chief warrant officer of the Aviation Branch, and Command Sgt. Maj. Gregory M. nents of our Army, Navy, Air Force, Ma- Chambers, command sergeant major of the Aviation Branch, lay and wreath and salute during a Veterans Day rines and Coast Guard. SEE SERVICE, PAGE A5 ceremony at the U.S. Army Aviation Museum Nov. 9 in honor of those who have served and sacrificed.

TURKEY TRO T Forum gives community voice, input

By Nathan Pfau Army Flier Staff Writer

Tackling tough issues that face the military commu- nity is something Fort Rucker and Army leadership are committed to do, and one program provides a forum to make those community concerns heard. Fort Rucker held its 2017 Army Family Action Plan Focus Groups Forum at the Wings Chapel Nov. 7 and 8 as a means to improve the quality of life of those on the installation by providing a forum where community issues and concerns can be heard and put into the hands of Army leadership, said Vernon Johnson, Fort Rucker Army Volunteer Corps coordinator. The forum featured four core groups to tackle issues that concern different parts of the community, including community, force support, family support, and medical and dental support. PHOTO BY NATHAN PFAU Teams worked over the course of two days and sub- Runners dash from the starting line of Fort Rucker’s annual Turkey Troy 5K, 10K and 1-mile fun run Nov. 11. Area race enthusiasts will have mitted 36 issues, but of those submitted, five were ele- another chance to lace up Dec. 9 during the Ugly Sweater 5K and 1-mile run fun. For more information, see sports briefs on page D3. vated as the most important and presented to Fort Rucker leadership, including William G. Kidd, U.S. Army Avia- tion Center of Excellence and Fort Rucker deputy to the commanding general, who said it’s because of volun- teers who work out these issues that makes a difference REMAIN VIGILANT in the community. “Your input, the work that you’ve done, the invest- ment of your time and your talent, and your initiative, Post officials urge fire safety for holiday season empathy and care has made a difference,” Kidd said. “You put together three dozen really good concerns and By Nathan Pfau said people should take special care fire prevention inspector, adding that issues, and we briefed a handful of those today as the top Army Flier Staff Writer when setting up for the holiday sea- nearly half of all reported home fires issues, and those are really outstanding issues that will son. were caused by cooking. Unattended touch the lives of our Soldiers, our families and every- As temperatures fall and the holi- With Thanksgiving around the cooking was the leading factor in the one that serves here at Fort Rucker.” day season rolls around, one of the corner, people across the country will fires. This year’s top issues from each group included: dam- last things on people’s minds is fire be cooking up their feasts for friends Although the majority of the fires aged and non-existent sidewalks from the community safety, but installation safety officials and family to enjoy, and with that occurred on ranges or stovetops, group; impact of mandatory uniform change from the want to remind people to stay safe increased cooking comes increased many in recent years are being at- force support group; lack of family fitness area in physi- when getting in the holiday spirit. tributed to turkey fryers, which are opportunities for fire hazards, said cal fitness centers and safety of playgrounds in housing Some of the leading causes of fires Ahern. becoming increasingly popular, said areas from the family support group; and inadequate during the holidays can be attributed Between 2011 and 2015, U.S. fire Ahern. parking at Lyster Army Health Clinic from the medical to decorations, candles, cooking and departments responded to an estimat- “When using (a turkey fryer), peo- and dental support group. Christmas trees, according to John ed 170,000 home structure fires that ple want to make sure to follow the The majority of the issues will be worked out at the Ahern, fire prevention inspector, who involved cooking equipment, said the directions,” he said. “Thaw out the

turkeys completely and make sure SEE FORUM, PAGE A5 not to overfill the fryer with oil. Also, make sure to use them a good dis- tance away from the home.” Many people tend to make the mis- take of using the fryers in too close of a proximity to the home, which can cause devastating damage in the event of a grease fire from the fryer, he said, adding that one of the biggest mistakes people make when a grease fire occurs is adding water. “Never put water on a grease fire – that is the biggest thing,” said the fire prevention inspector. Adding grease to the fire causes the oil to expand and erupt rather than smother the PHOTO BY NATHAN PFAU

PHOTO BY NATHAN PFAU flames. Instead, people should have William G. Kidd, U.S. Army Aviation Center of Excellence and Fort Jordy Fault, Fort Rucker civilian fire fighter, inspects the hose equipment on a fire truck Rucker deputy to the commanding general, speaks with volunteers Tuesday. SEE SAFETY, PAGE A5 during the AFAP Focus Group Forum Nov. 8 at Wings Chapel.

PERSPECTIVE  A2 ARMYWIDE  B1-4 COMMUNITY  C1-6 ON POST  C2 HEALTH  D1-4 A2 ★฀฀NOVEMBER 16, 2017 ฀❘฀฀ARMYFLIER.COM Perspective FACE OF DEFENSE First sergeant leverages first-responder skills By Air Force Senior Master Sgt. Charles Delano 153rd Airlift Wing

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Air Force Senior Master Sgt. Thomas Turner is a firefighter in Cheyenne. During the week, he responds to fire calls and provides emergency medical assistance to the city’s residents. On drill weekends, he responds to the needs of the air- men and families of the Wyoming Air National Guard’s 153rd Airlift Wing as a first sergeant. Turner sits on the back of a firetruck in “When I was growing up, I al- Cheyenne, Wyo., Oct. 16. ways wanted to become a fire- fighter,” Turner said. “I like help- 2010 by Air Force Senior Master ing people, so becoming a first Sgt. Sarah Brewster, 153rd Airlift sergeant was a natural fit.” Wing human resource adviser, who Turner began his career in the was a first sergeant at the time. She Wyoming Air National Guard as encouraged him to apply his first a C-130H engine mechanic. Four responder skills as a first sergeant. years later, he applied to change “You care about people and take careers to become a firefighter. He PHOTOS BY AIR FORCE SENIOR MASTER SGT. CHARLES DELANO pride in helping others,” Brewster Air Force Senior Master Sgt. Thomas Turner, 153rd Airlift Wing first sergeant, takes notes during a first sergeants meeting attended the fire academy at Good- said, “so put a diamond on and let in Cheyenne, Wyo., Oct. 20. Turner is a firefighter with Cheyenne Fire Rescue and has been a member of the Wyoming Air fellow Air Force Base, Texas, be- your Airmen be your priority.” National Guard for 20 years. fore the Sept. 11 terrorist attack. Turner finished the First - Ser Witnessing the selfless acts of first to render aid and drive her to the noted, adding that he worked vari- fundraising projects. geant Academy in 2010 and was responders during the attack and hospital. ous jobs as a server, retail clerk and “Tom supports the department assigned as the first sergeant for its aftermath affirmed his decision “The feeling I had that night and with the railroad before accepting in many ways thanks to his experi- the 153rd Logistics Readiness to pursue his dream job as a fire- watching those first responders on a full-time position with Cheyenne ences in the military,” said Lt. Jar- Squadron. As the needs of the wing fighter, he said. 9/11 really helped solidify my de- Fire Rescue. rett Demello, Cheyenne Fire Res- changed, he became the security Watching the televised images cision to help people and become a After being hired by the city, cue lieutenant of operations. “He is forces squadron’s first sergeant of first responders attending to the firefighter,” he said. Turner attended firefighter train- always reliable and willing to help and finally took the first sergeant injuries of the people in New York ing at the Front Range Fire Con- anyone who needs him.” position for the wing staff. He will and reminded of an injured woman ROAD TO A CIVILIAN sortium Fire Recruit Academy in Although he was a first respond- retire his first sergeant diamond in he helped while he was driving CAREER 2007. Since then, he has performed er with his civilian employer and December after 20 years with the down a dirt road in 2000, Turner Although he became a firefighter duties as acting lieutenant, has tak- with the Wyoming Air National Wyoming Air National Guard, said. She was badly injured from with the Air National Guard, it was en on additional duties as part of Guard, Turner said, he wanted to but he’ll still be responding to the a robbery and was left bleeding in still only one weekend a month CFR’s public relations committee, help airmen more than just as a needs of the residents of Cheyenne her vehicle when Turner stopped and two weeks in the summer, he and has assisted with community firefighter. He was approached in in his civilian career.

Thanksgiving is a time of year “that people come together to share what they are thankful for. What is it you have to be thankful for?”

Michael Janik, Jordan Baskins, Jason Pfau, Jessica Pfau, Katie Pettengill, military family member military family member civilian civilian civilian “I’m thankful for all of my “I’m thankful for the life that “I’m thankful that I have a “I’m thankful for my dog – “I’m thankful that I have a family and friends.” I’ve been given and the people job that I enjoy and family that he’s my whole life.” family that supports me through who are in it.” supports me with whatever I life, and that I have friends who do.” are always there for me when I need them. There is nothing else I need as long as I have them.”

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All editorial content of the Army Flier is ARMYFLIER.COM ฀❘฀฀NOVEMBER 16, 2017 ★฀฀A3 SECARMY: Modernization turnaround worth the effort By David Vergun with it, and he plans to present his recom- Army News Service mendations to the National Security Coun- cil, via DOD. WASHINGTON — Vast readiness im- The secretary said an end to continuing provements are a challenge worth taking resolutions and passage of a budget with because if they succeed, Soldiers on the “some teeth” would go a long way towards ground will reap the benefits, said acting furthering Army modernization efforts. Secretary of the Army Ryan McCarthy. In the meantime, lawmakers can find That challenge is asking brigade com- savings with another round of base realign- manders – all seasoned combat leaders ment and closure, he said, noting the while eager for command of divisions and corps BRAC may be politically challenging, it is – to defer that dream and instead lead a “absolutely necessary.” cross-functional team that will focus on the Army’s modernization efforts. LOTS OF SOLDIERS, LOTS OF McCarthy, who spoke at an Association MISSIONS of the United States Army breakfast Nov. McCarthy noted that both Congress and 8, said he’s optimistic because he and the the administration have voiced support for vice chief of staff of the Army recently met increasing manning levels in the Army. with prospective leaders for those teams, But he also said they should first take a and he saw within them “energy and ex- hard look at U.S. commitments around the citement” about the new mission. world and determine if the Army might Those team leaders, “the best and bright- be overextended. He said Soldiers are est the Army has,” McCarthy said, will be now deployed in 140 countries and their rated directly by the vice chief of staff. PHOTO BY SGT. JOHN CARKEET IV deployment-to-dwell times are such that it McCarthy, as undersecretary of the Army, Soldiers from the 642nd Regional Support Group prepare to clear a building during an urban operations poses hardships for troops and families. will oversee the entire effort, including de- familiarization event Aug. 22 at Fort McClellan. Soldier lethality is one of the six priorities established McCarthy also said that one of the im- velopment of a new Army command that by the Army Chief of Staff that will be the focus of six new cross-functional teams focused on mod- portant places Soldiers are now stationed is focused on modernization, and which is ernization and readiness. is South Korea. While he didn’t go into expected to stand up by next summer. rapidly integrating and synchronizing ... Army Materiel Command and U.S. Army the classified details, he did say that AMC The purpose of the teams is to improve to deliver new capabilities to the operating Training and Doctrine Command will in- has been involved in getting those Soldiers the quality and speed of delivery of new force” that are aligned to the chief’s six pri- terface with the teams, along with the roles properly equipped, and FORSCOM has materiel and capabilities to the warfighter, orities, McCarthy said. and responsibilities, he said. been involved in establishing the manning which is currently unacceptably slow, he Those priorities, he said, are develop- Another part of the challenge, McCa- and readiness levels needed in the event of noted. ment of improved long-range precision rthy said, is getting buy-in from personnel a contingency operation there. The Army’s McCarthy said most brigade command- fires, a next-generation combat vehicle, across those existing commands. chief of staff has also been closely follow- ers are likely not experienced at acquisition, future vertical lift platforms, a mobile and Funding is another challenge, he said. ing events there and is deeply involved in requirements and other aspects of modern- expeditionary Army network, air and mis- The amount needed is yet to be determined, the process, he said. ization. But what they do know, he said, is sile defense capabilities, and Soldier le- but the costs will most likely be reflected in Lastly, McCarthy said vast improve- what it takes to win the nation’s wars. thality. the fiscal year 2019 budget. ments have been made in furthering the Each team leader will be surrounded by Since there are six priorities, there will Additional authorities may also be re- “One Army” concept, meant to improve experts who are familiar with requirements, be six teams, each assigned to one of the quired to restructure the Army’s modern- communications and the working relation- acquisition, science and technology, test priorities, he added. ization effort -- the biggest such restructur- ship between the Regular Army, the Army and evaluation, resourcing, contracting, Leading the effort to organize the cross- ing in half a century, he said. National Guard, and the Army Reserve. In costing and sustainment, McCarthy said. functional teams and stand up a new Army The authorities and funding would need 2009 and 2010 that wasn’t the case, with He called this approach a “vertical inte- command focused on modernization, is Lt. to be approved by the Department of De- poor communications between the three gration” of effort consisting of subject mat- Gen. Edward C. Cardon, director, Office of fense and lawmakers, he added. components. Now, McCarthy said, there’s ter experts from across the Army, as well as Business Transformation, McCarthy said. McCarthy said he’s already been study- open communication, and Soldiers in all some from industry and academia. Leading the effort means figuring out ing the National Security Strategy to ensure components are treated with respect and as “The end state is an empowered team, how U.S. Army Forces Command, U.S. modernization command efforts dovetail equals. Synthetic training to become prevalent Army-wide By David Vergun will require many training repeti- Soldiers to get good at what they Army News Service tions, some of which cannot be do before they go to the combat replicated in a live environment, training centers, where all of that WASHINGTON — Operating he said, due to high cost or haz- training will be validated. in a synthetic environment, which ardous environments, particularly for Soldiers means combat train- for aviation. OTHER CHANGES ing in a computer-generated, real- Also, conditions at home sta- COMING istic-feeling environment, will in- tion training cannot replicate Going to synthetic training creasingly augment live training those at a Combat Training Cen- isn’t the only change on the way, at home station and combat train- ter, or CTC, where a maneuver Lundy said. ing centers, said the commander force may be training with full or Doctrine and tactics are begin- of the Combined Arms Center. most of its capabilities. ning to catch up to threats from Lt. Gen. Mike Lundy spoke The only way to get that qual- potential peer and near-peer ad- at the Association of the United ity of high repetition training that versaries. States Army Annual Meeting and is scalable from a platoon on up A couple of years ago, Soldiers Exposition in October, where to a brigade or division, he said, were training specifically for the examples of emerging synthetic is through the synthetic environ- fight in Iraq and Afghanistan, PHOTO BY C. TODD LOPEZ training were on display at indus- ment. which was predominately coun- Command Sgt. Maj. James Sims, Army Materiel Command, tries out a scenario in Vir- try booths. Some of the emerg- Besides that, different environ- terinsurgency and mission spe- tual Battle Space using a set of 3D goggles during the 2015 Association of the United States Army Institute of Land Warfare symposium in Huntsville. ing synthetic training ideas were ments, weather conditions, and cific. started through Army science and day and night conditions can all Then, within the past year or so, want to deny Americans access to the local population, adversaries, technology funding. be replicated using simulation, he the CTCs added combined arms the battlefield through long-range U.S. troops and coalition forces, Currently, there are simulators added. training for the maneuver force, precision fires, unmanned aerial each of which is involved in shap- in about 30 locations throughout Lundy said he expects to see with tactics against near-peer systems and electronic warfare ing the fight. the Army that are mainly using affordable synthetic training in threats in all domains, he said. and cyber, he said. “Maintaining the will of the co- 1970s technology that cannot ad- the future to occur at home sta- In October, the Army released And finally, Lundy said pro- alition is just as important as be- equately replicate today’s weap- tion within the battalion and Field Manual 3.0 “Operations,” fessional military education and ing able to achieve a victory and ons and environment, he said. even company level. He added which details the tactics the Army leader development is catching up breaking the will of your enemy,” That will change fairly soon, that synthetic training will even will use for the next three to five to 3.0 and training at the CTCs. he said. he predicted, offering several rea- become prevalent at the brigade, years, he said. For example, the curriculum The changes in PME, doctrine sons. division and corps levels. Those tactics spelled out in 3.0 will soon include topics like un- and tactics like 3.0 are not the Operating in an increasingly Synthetic training isn’t meant include lessons learned over the derstanding and managing the final word, Lundy concluded. It complex environment, where the to replace live training, he em- last 16 years of war, as well as complex airspace, virtual recruit- will evolve and be re-written over contested domains of land, sea, phasized. However, it will pro- dealing with more sophisticated ing and banking by enemy forces, time as gaps and opportunities air, space and cyber converge, vide the practice required for threats from adversaries who will and psychological assessments of emerge. News Briefs

Clinic closures attention control. Weight control tax deductible. Lyster Army Health Clinic will be closed For more information, call 255-3923 or The Lyster Army Health Clinic Fit for For more information, call 255-9595. Nov. 23 for the Thanksgiving Holiday. 255-9218. Performance Weight Control Program consists of six sessions taken over a six- Pay office closure Lunch and learn ATM relocation to 12-week period. The program is avail- The Defense Military Pay Office closes The Fort Rucker Army Wellness Center The Armed Forces Bank ATM located able to all active-duty military, retirees at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesdays. Also, be- will host lunch and learn sessions in col- at the Silver Wings Golf Course will be and family members. Classes are held on ginning Tuesday, DMPO office hours will laboration with the Fort Rucker Ready relocated to the Army and Air Force Ex- Tuesdays from 9-11 a.m. or 1-3 p.m. change to 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Mon- Resilient Training Center. All lunch and change Service Class VI store Dec. 1. For more information, call 255-7986. days-Tuesdays, 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. learn sessions are open to all eligible ben- For more information, call Armed Forces Wednesdays, and 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. eficiaries, including active-duty Soldiers Bank at 334-598-2402. Thrift shop Thursdays and Fridays. and their dependents, retirees and Depart- The Fort Rucker Thrift Shop is open ment of Defense civilian employees. Yoga classes Wednesdays-Fridays from 10 a.m. to 2 Specialty printing requirement All sessions will be located at LAHC in Lyster Army Health Clinic offers free p.m. The thrift shop needs people’s un- Due to a change in printing procedure, V-130 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. the yoga classes Mondays, Wednesdays and wanted items. People can drop off dona- document printing services now requires second Tuesday of the month. Thursdays from 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. tions at any time in the shed behind the that all documents for printing that require The next session is scheduled for in the Lyster Activity Center, Rm. J-100, shop (former Armed Forces Bank build- specialty paper be submitted three weeks Tuesday with the topics of stress of the clinic. Participants are encouraged ing) located in front of the theater next prior to the requested delivery date. management, energy management and to bring their own mat. door to the bowling alley. Donations are For more information, call 255-1363. A4 ★฀฀NOVEMBER 16, 2017 ฀❘฀฀ARMYFLIER.COM HONORING SACRIFICE National Archives pays tribute to Vietnam War veterans By Devon L. Suits Army News Service

WASHINGTON — To coin- cide with Veterans Day 2017, a new exhibit opened Nov. 10 at the National Archives. It is meant to educate visitors of the patrio- tism, service, and sacrifice of the many that served their country during the Vietnam War era. The exhibit, titled “Remem- bering Vietnam: Twelve Critical Episodes in the Vietnam War,” provides visitors an opportunity to understand the decisions that led to war, the events and conse- quences of the war, and its last- ing legacy, according to archive officials. “As a veteran of Vietnam my- self, I was determined to mark the 50th anniversary of the height of the Vietnam War with an exhibi- tion,” said United States archivist David S. Ferriero during a Nov. 8 media day at the archives. “Our records, some recently declassi- PHOTOS BY DEVON L. SUITS fied, continue to yield discoveries Visitors interact with the UH-1 Iroquois in front of the National Archives during a media day event in Washington, D.C., Nov. 8. and provide insight and evidence to people seeking to understand a young baby that he never met. the war.” Tom Jones – I flew instruments The United States commit- with him in flight school – left a ted to the Vietnam conflict more beautiful wife and a young boy. than 50 years ago. Still, archive I reflect on them mostly during officials say, historians continue this time of the [year].” to make discoveries that address Peter Gotch, who was a war- three critical questions, includ- rant officer during Vietnam, ing why the United States got served two tours in that country. involved, why the war lasted as During his time there, he directly long as it did and why it was so supported the 4th Infantry Divi- controversial. sion as an AH-1 and UH-1 pilot. Many have expressed their em- UH-1s played a vital role dur- barrassment about their lack of ing the Vietnam War. As one of knowledge when it comes to the the primary aircraft for MedEvac Vietnam War, said Alice Kamps, operations, they helped provide the curator for the exhibit. “Some medical treatment and transport- even seem haunted by these ques- ed the wounded to safety. The tions. We all need to answer these UH-1 also supported the logisti- [questions] to move on.” cal needs of Soldiers in the field by delivering food, clothes, and VIETNAM PILOTS mail, Gotch said. In support of the exhibit’s Not all the wounded Soldiers grand opening, three Vietnam who were airlifted by the UH-1 War-era aircraft were on display made it home alive, however. Standing in front of an OH-58 Kiowa, former CW2 Jerry Seago briefs some visitors about the aircraft’s capabilities during a outside the National Archives Gotch knew some of them. National Archives’ media day event in Washington, D.C., Nov. 8. building, including a Bell AH-1 During Veterans Day, Gotch Cobra, a UH-1 Iroquois and an said, “you think about all the students had a chance to ask the OH-58 Kiowa. good people that never made it pilots a variety of questions, but A small group of Vietnam back. I have some good close many of them were more inter- veterans were available near the school friends that never made it ested with the internal equipment aircraft to answer questions and back. It’s tough to deal with it.” inside the OH-58 cockpit. discuss their lives before, during Sharve Easterwood, an instruc- and after the war. tor at Bridges Academy, in Wash- THE WALL “It is an honor for us to bring ington, D.C., brought some of the About a mile from the National the helicopters here and allow academy’s students to the exhibit Archives, another event was tak- people to look at some Vietnam’s to learn more about the war, to ing place in advance of Veterans history,” said Phillip Keith, one talk with the veterans there, and Day. of the veterans. to see the helicopters. In commemoration of the 35th Assigned to the 14th Transpor- “History is one of my favor- anniversary of the Vietnam Vet- tation Battalion during Vietnam, ite subjects,” said Easterwood. erans Memorial, a group of vet- Keith flew 157 missions. Some “[When] kids see these places for erans, family members, friends, of those missions provided crash the first time, it is nice to see their volunteers, and service members Former Capt. Phillip Keith briefs a group of students from Bridges Academy about recovery support to Soldiers smiles. I let the kids know that participated in a “reading of the the capabilities of the AH-1 Cobra aircraft. throughout the region. history repeats itself constantly. names” event. “I have lost several friends It’s important to learn as much as The volunteers paid tribute to to everyone that sacrificed during officers had experienced combat that were close to me during possible.” veterans by taking turns read- Vietnam,” said Col. John Dowl- in Vietnam. I learned a lot from the Vietnam War,” said Keith, Along with his fellow instruc- ing aloud each of the more than ing, assigned to the Military what they have told me. when asked about Veterans Day. tors, Easterwood helped lead a 58,000 names inscribed there. Postal Agency in nearby Arling- “We should take a whole “Jimmy Crisp, a great friend of small group of academy students “[The reading of the names] is ton, Virginia. “Some of my first month and recognize all veterans mine, left behind a new bride and through the outdoor exhibit. The an appropriate way to pay tribute noncommissioned officers and for their service,” he said.

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By Jim Garamone 4-YEAR PLAN attempted to mass, he was subjected to U.S. Defense Media Activity The new strategy will help, and it builds airpower and suffered heavy, heavy casual- on the four-year plan from Afghan Presi- ties – much higher than the Afghans,” he WASHINGTON — With an increase in dent Ashraf Ghani. said. troops, the U.S. and NATO strategy in Af- The plan calls for increasing the offen- ghanistan has a good chance of enabling sive capability of the Afghan military – CHANGES AT THE TOP Afghan security forces to do more to se- specifically the commandos and air assets. Leadership played a large role in the suc- cure their country, the Resolute Support Additional trainers will allow them to go cesses, the general said, with Ghani replac- mission commander said during a news on the offensive and provide security over ing five of the six corps commanders at conference in Brussels in early Novem- a greater area of the country, the general the beginning of the fighting season. “This ber. said. PHOTO BY SPC. JACOB KRONE lowered the average age of the core com- Gen. John W. Nicholson told report- “This, coupled with pressure on the ex- Gen. John W. Nicholson, NATO Resolute Support manders by 10 years, and they came into ers that Afghan forces have proven their ternal enablers of the insurgency, as well as commander, greets Afghan Special Operations their duties with more energy, frankly, and mettle in the time of the greatest risk to the social pressure at the ballot box, with the Command School of Excellence leaders at Camp more offensive mindset, and it showed on Command, Kabul, Afghanistan, Oct. 21. Afghan government. elections over the next two years, is all de- the battlefield,” he said. “We fought most of the year … at the signed to bring the Taliban to the table,” he year in ways that they previously haven’t, Nicholson ticked off the areas of suc- lowest level of capability that we’ve ever said. “So this is a fight-and-talk approach.” he noted. All six of the Afghan corps con- cess, including Helmand province, where had in the 16 years [of the Afghan con- Nicholson emphasized that the new strat- ducted offensive operations simultaneously. Afghans working with the Marines of Task flict],” Nicholson said. “It was the lowest egy is conditions-based and not on a set “We saw a decrease in casualties that oc- Force Southwest expanded the secure areas level of capability and the highest level of deadline. The modest increase in NATO, curred in September,” Nicholson said. “So, around Lashkar Gah and retook the Nawa risk we’ve faced in this time.” U.S. and partner forces will enable more even though there was some very tough district. Part of the problem was that the NATO training at lower echelons and focus air sup- fighting, the enemy was unable to accom- In the eastern part of the country, the train and assist mission was not complete- port where it is most needed. plish any of their objectives this year.” 205th Corps was able to expand the secu- ly resourced. “We were only at an 80 per- New capabilities will join a force that con- Last year, there were eight Taliban at- rity environment around Tarin Kot. There cent fill on our combined joint statement tinues to improve, the general said. Afghan tacks on cities around the country. This was also an expansion of security around of requirements,” he said. security forces went on the offensive this year, there was one. “Whenever the enemy Kunduz, the general said. Service

Continued from Page A1 “As a young private in my first duty assignment, I anc should remember to honor veterans not just during the holi- remember one Veterans Day event that stayed with me for day, but every day. “This is a day that our country recognizes veterans for the rest of my career,” said the command sergeant major. “We owe all our veterans so much more, and the best what they did … and a ceremony like this kind of reinforces “I came to work one day before Veterans Day and was in- thing we can do is to just take care of them and thank them your faith in your country,” he said. “There are many sac- formed that we would have to work on (that day).” for their service,” he said. “Our great veterans have given rifices that Soldiers make in addition to risking their lives Chambers said at the time he felt it was no big deal, but us a lasting legacy of service. They have set the example – they’re on call 24/7, they have to leave their families, they a group of his fellow Soldiers were upset at the prospect of and lived out our Army values of loyalty, duty, respect, self- miss a lot of activities that their kids are in and it can be a working on Veterans Day. less service, honor, integrity and personal courage. difficult situation, but I wouldn’t trade my time in the Army “I asked my best friend what the guys were so upset “They show us time and time again what those values for anything.” about and he simply stated if there’s one day throughout the look like, fight like, and how those values ensure ew win Voth flew scout helicopters in Vietnam and retired as a year that we should have the day off, it’s Veterans Day,” he every time There is a proud unbroken line of brothers and lieutenant colonel, and said he was proud of the time he said. “I didn’t really know what Veterans Day really meant sisters in uniform that stretches out across American his- spend in the armed forces, so honoring those who have as a private, but later that day my company first sergeant tory.” He continued. “As we look into the future, we need served is something he said the nation needs more of. explained it to me, and from that day on I understood what to seek out our veterans because we need their mentorship Veterans Day marks the anniversary of the armistice that the day represents.” like never before. We must make sure the baton of wis- ended World War I, said Chambers, but significance fo the Chambers said that although having a day set aside to dom and experiences passes from era of war fighters to the day didn’t hit home for him until his time in service. honor those who have served is well deserved, people next.” Forum

Continued from Page A1 the plan of attack is on some of said. “There is no board of direc- In past years, more than 685 service has allowed us to do some those.” tors that figures these things out different recommendations have things that have really benefitted garrison level, and those that Many of the issues take time to in the Army – how would they gone forward to improve quality family members, Soldiers, retirees can’t be dealt with locally will be work through, said Kidd, so those know? If you’re in the halls of the of life for Soldiers, family mem- and veterans. forwarded up to the Installation who worked on the issues during Pentagon … they don’t get to see bers, civilians and retirees. In “I want to thank you again for Management Command level, the forum shouldn’t get discour- the cracks in the pavements, so 2012, the No. 1 issue at the Army- what you’ve done for us here at said Kidd. aged, but proud of what they were your input really pays off.” level AFAP conference was start- Fort Rucker,” Kidd continued.”For “It takes about a year for AFAP able to accomplish – providing a AFAP is in its 34th year and in ed at Fort Rucker, and it all begins putting all of these concerns to- to go through its process,” said the voice for the community. that time the program has helped with the people in the community, gether, but also for your invest- deputy to the commanding gener- “You can look back with pride implement 135 legislative chang- said Kidd. ment in our Soldiers, our families al. “A lot of those will be worked that you started that here in this es, 185 Army-level changes and “People like you have put to- and in our Army in general, be- here at the installation level and little chapel – but that’s how about 205 programs, said the dep- gether some concerns that have cause it really matters. I encour- you’ll get some feedback on what things are done in the Army,” he uty to the commanding general. changed the Army,” he said. “This age you to keep that up.” Safety

Continued from Page A1 • Have heating equipment and chimneys fire prevention inspector, so people should it that are overloaded, then you could run cleaned and inspected every year by a make sure that candles are out of proximity into a real problem,” he continued. “You an extinguisher handy, he said. qualified professional. of anything flammable, and are blown out should turn the Christmas tree lights off as In addition to cooking fires, heating • Remember to turn portable heaters when not in the room. much as possible, especially if you have a equipment, such as space heaters, has been off when leaving the room or going to Light strands that are used for decora- real tree. You don’t have to leave those lit known to be a leading cause fires, said Ah- bed. tions can also be a fire hazard when used all the time. The best thing to do is unplug ern. Many space heaters utilize exposed • Always use the right kind of fuel, improperly, said Ahern. Each strand has a everything when they’re not in use.” coils to give off heat and if set next to flam- specified by the manufacturer, for fuel recommended number of strands that can Ahern said that people should also in- mable materials, such as a curtain or a tree, burning space heaters. be plugged together, and by overloading spect the lights for frayed wiring if the a fire can occur. • Make sure the fireplace has a sturdy the wiring creates potential for an electri- strands have been reused over the years. Half of home heating equipment fires are screen to stop sparks from flying into cal fire. Coupled with a Christmas tree, the With age, the strands can become frayed reported during the months of December, the room. Ashes should be cool before hazard can be devastating. and cause a fire hazard if the wires are ex- January and February, and Ahern offers up putting them in a metal container. Keep “If you’ve ever had a real Christmas tree posed, he said. some simple steps to prevent most heating- the container a safe distance away from then you know it’s going to get dried out,” Artificial trees are an option people related fires from happening. your home. he said. “The needles falling off the tree is should consider to help curb the threat of • Keep anything that can burn at least • Test smoke alarms at least once a an indication that the tree is drying out. You fires, he said, adding that each artificial tree three feet away from heating equip- month. can keep it watered all you want but it’s not has built in fire resistance, and although ment, like the furnace, fireplace, wood Blazes caused by decorations are another going to be like a root system – it won’t that may degrade over time, is still a better stove or portable space heater. cause of structural fires in homes. Between soak up as much water as it actually needs. option for safety than a real tree. • Have a three-foot “kid-free zone” 2009-2013, fire departments responded to “For those people who are putting their By taking preventative measures, Ahern around open fires and space heaters. an average of 9,300 home structure fires a tree up early and leaving it up past New said that people can ensure a safe holiday • Never use your oven to heat your year that were caused by candles; and be- Years, when you plug in a lot of lights on season. home. tween 2010-2014, an average of 210 fires • Have a qualified professional install per year began with Christmas trees, said stationary space heating equipment, Ahern. water heaters or central heating equip- “With candles, it’s more about the prox- ment according to the local codes and imity to other items that could catch on manufacturer’s instructions. fire, and leaving them unattended,” said the Security Clearance Denied/Revoked? Contact RonSykstus NOW! [email protected] 256-713-0221 Download our App for Android&iPhone for deal alerts, loyalty incentives and much more!

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NOVEMBER 16, 2017 HELPING HANDS Mechanics keep Chinooks flying for Puerto Rico relief effort By Army Spc. Samuel D. Keenan thirty minutes.” 65th Press Camp Headquarters When the unit arrived, the maintenance team had to reassemble the Chinooks, SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico — The main- which they had only recently disassembled tenance team from the 2nd Battalion, 501st to fit on C-5 Galaxy transport aircraft for Aviation Regiment has been working non- the trip from Texas, Gonsalves said. stop in Puerto Rico since it flew in from In order for two Chinook helicopters to Fort Bliss, Texas, Oct. 9. fit aboard a C-5, their rotor systems and The crew maintains six CH-47 Chinooks housings must be detached and disassem- that deliver humanitarian supplies daily to bled, he added. some of the hardest-hit and most remote The maintainers had the helicopters areas of Puerto Rico following Hurricanes back together and ready to fly within 48 Irma and Maria. hours, said Pfc. Zachariah Ingram, a CH- Soldiers need to do 90 percent of the 47 helicopter repairer. maintenance work at night to allow full In addition to regularly scheduled main- usage of the helicopters during the day tenance, the crew has to be vigilant for for essential humanitarian missions, said other problems that come with the oper- Lt. Col Chris Chung, the battalion com- ating environment. For example, the salt mander. air and humidity inherent with operating “At first, night shift was running from in tropical environments can lead to corro- 3 p.m. to 1 a.m., sometimes 2 or 3 a.m.,” sion, Gonsalves said. PHOTO BY SPC. SAMUEL D. KEENAN said Sgt. Jason Gonsalves, a CH-47 heli- When not working on the helicopters, CH-47 Chinooks sit on the airfield at Roosevelt Roads, Puerto Rico, Nov. 2. Chinooks are being used copter repairer. “We were working long to deliver aid to the worst-hit and most remote areas of Puerto Rico as part of the ongoing relief and days, only stopping to take a break for SEE CHINOOKS, PAGE B4 recovery efforts after the island territory was hit by Hurricanes Irma and Maria. SHO WING RESO LVE TASK FORCE MARAUDER Soldiers conduct patient load training with Romanians

By Capt. Jessica Donnelly 59th Aviation Troop Command

AFGHANISTAN — Task Force Marauder trained Soldiers with the Romanian armed forces on hot and cold-load procedures for a UH-60 Black Hawk, Nov. 6 in order to know how to safely load a patient in the event of a real-world emergency in Afghanistan where TF Marauder MedEvac responds. Soldiers with Detachment 1, C Company, Medi- cal Evacuation, 2-211th General Support Aviation PHOTO BY PIERRE-ETIENNE COURTEJOIE Battalion with the Iowa National Guard, currently Helicopters assigned to the 1st Air Cavalry Brigade, 1st Cavalry Division prepare to leave Chièvres Air Base, Belgium, for Germany, Latvia, deployed to Afghanistan, trained more than 150 Sol- Romania and Poland, in support of operation Atlantic Resolve Oct. 26. diers with the Romanian land forces over the course of a week on the proper procedures for calling for a MedEvac and loading a casualty. Capt. Erin Doyle, Det. 1, C Co., 2-211th GSAB Cadets explore Army Aviation commander, explained the training came as a result of a recent mass casualty attack where members of the By Capt. Brianna McFarland previous task force’s MedEvac unit responded, and For Army News Service provided medical care and transportation for the Ro- manian soldiers. The event showed the importance of FORT HOOD, Texas — Army the ground troops understanding the procedures for Reserve Officers’ Training Corps calling the MedEvac and how to approach the aircraft cadets enrolled at Baylor Univer- with a casualty. sity received first-hand experience The training covered what information needs to be on Army Aviation when they part- reported in order for the MedEvac to launch, what nered with C Company, 1st Bat- equipment and medical capabilities are available in talion, 244th Regiment, Oklahoma the aircraft, preferences for signaling the aircraft for Army National Guard, Nov. 4 at landing for both day and night, how to prepare and the university. secure a patient before the helicopter arrives, and The 1-244th Assault Helicopter how to approach the aircraft and interact with the Battalion, equipped with UH-60 medic to give a patient report. Black Hawks, provided air move- Overall, the biggest aspect of the training was fo- ment to about 60 ROTC cadets cusing on safety, added Staff Sgt. Justin Meier, Det. from Baylor University to the Fort 1, C Co., 2-211th GSAB platoon sergeant. Hood Leadership Reaction Course. “Anyone can carry a litter up to an aircraft, so they This partnership is built to spark in- need to know the safest way to do it,” said Meier. terest in the ROTC community that Meier explained that in an emergency situation is interested in Aviation assets. PHOTO BY SPC. DEVIN FLEMING where there can be a lot of confusion, it is important Professor of Military Science Lt. Army Reserve Officers Training Corps cadets enrolled at Baylor University partner with C Co., for the ground troops to understand how to safely ap- 1-244th Assault Helicopter Bn., Oklahoma Army National Guard, Nov. 4 to learn more about Col. Steven Tabot spoke about the proach the aircraft so they don’t get injured or further Aviation assets in the Army. importance of training events such injure the patient. For that reason, the Romanian Sol- as this. where they learned how to properly country’s best in the medical field.” diers loaded litters while the aircraft was running to “We are training the future lead- enter and exit the aircraft. Cadet Carra Donaldson shared practice taking directions from the aircrew. ers of the Army. We want them For Cadet Savannah Jacobs, this in those feelings and discussed her “It’s been great to interact with Soldiers and unit to get used to doing Army stuff: was more than a simple training future aspirations. that we are responsible for providing medical ser- working with other units, Aviation event – this was one step to fulfill- “I’m a forensic anthropology pre- vices to,” said Doyle. “Many of them had not been aircraft, getting comfortable fly- ing a family legacy. med major. I’d really like to be a near U.S. aircraft and enjoyed being able to ask ques- ing, leading Soldiers and leading “I’m striving for Aviation be- medical examiner or anesthesiologist tions.” people,” said Tabot. “It gets cadets cause my father was a pilot and for the Army, so the Baylor Univer- TF Marauder is made up of Soldiers from South excited about doing ROTC and that’s just something I’ve always sity ROTC program really provides Carolina National Guard, Illinois National Guard, seeing the bigger picture at the end wanted to do,” stated Jacobs. “I got a great pathway to that,” stated Don- Iowa National Guard, as well as the active-duty com- of the day.” to hang out at Fort Hood a lot and aldson. “They provide great scholar- ponent, and provides Aviation capabilities with AH- Capt. Tyler Sharpe, C Co. com- that’s where I want to be – in the ships and leadership opportunities 64 Apaches, UH-60 Black Hawks, CH-47 Chinooks mander, was the pilot for the Black air. I want to cross this off of my for that path, as well.” and MedEvac assets in Afghanistan under the 3rd Hawk and spoke about how the mis- list, but I want to fly Apaches.” The cadets thanked the Okla- Combat Aviation Brigade while deployed. sion was also important to him. The Baylor University ROTC homa Army National Guard unit “The purpose [of this event] is program is attached to the Texas for exposing them to Aviation. It twofold: one, to replicate some Christian University ROTC, which provided them information on an missions we will be doing in coun- was introduced in 1951. The ROTC Army Branch outside of infantry. try,” said Sharpe. “Secondly, and program shapes and molds the fu- “I really hope that today we have more importantly, we’re expos- ture leaders of the military and a great training event showing these ing these young cadets and future provides great leadership oppor- guys everything about Aviation and leaders of the Army to the Aviation tunities and educational assistance what the Army includes, not just in- Branch, and showing them what to do so. Multiple Army ROTC fantry,” stated Mihalicin. our capabilities are and hopefully cadets at Baylor University have The 1-244th Assault Helicopter springing up an interest in some found the program to be a great Battalion is attached to the 449th of them to become the next set of pathway to enter the Army’s Medi- Combat Aviation Brigade head- Aviation leaders.” cal Department. quartered out of North Carolina. The pilots and ROTC staff were “I joined ROTC simply because The unit is scheduled to deploy committed to safety, ensuring that I’m planning on going to medical later this year in support of Opera- PHOTO BY CAPT. JESSICA DONNELLY all cadets had their personal pro- school,” stated Cadet Joshua Mi- tion Inherent Resolve and Opera- Soldiers with the Romanian armed forces trained with Task tective equipment. Cadets attended halicin. “The best way I feel I can tion Spartan Shield in the Middle Force Marauder on hot and cold-load procedures for a casu- briefings to include a safety briefing serve my country is by serving the East. alty on a UH-60 Black Hawk Nov. 6 in Afghanistan. B4 ★฀฀NOVEMBER 16, 2017 ❘฀฀ARMYFLIER.COM Task Force Wraith trains to respond swiftly to chemical attack

By Capt. Stephen James plexity relies upon having the expertise For Army News Service and experience of a unit who is solely dedicated to this mission,” said Capt. CAMP BUEHRING, Kuwait — Sol- Larry Halvorson, the 29th CAB’s CBRN diers from the 29th Combat Aviation officer. Brigade’s Task Force Wraith completed The exercise also required coordination combined training with the 208th Chemi- and actual training with other emergen- cal, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear cy management organizations at Camp Company and Camp Buehring’s emergen- Buehring, including the fire department. cy services Oct. 24 to increase their capa- “This was a great exercise that brought bility to respond to a chemical attack. a lot of entities together,” said Bush. The training event was a simulated This training was a chance for both chemical attack that required an aero- Soldiers from Task Force Wraith and the medical evacuation of casualties followed 208th CBRN Co. to build solid relation- by the decontamination of Soldiers and ships and further the trust between the Task Force Wraith’s UH-60L Black Hawk two organizations, said Hoh. MedEvac helicopter. PHOTO BY CAPT. STEPHEN JAMES Although the training exercise itself oc- Soldiers from the 208th Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Company decontaminate an UH- “This was the first time that we have curred over the course of one morning, it 60L MedEvac helicopter belonging to Task Force Wraith at Udairi Landing Zone, Kuwait, Oct. 24. ever done any real CBRN training with will have a far-reaching impact on CAB aircraft,” said 2nd Lt. Mitchell Hoh, bat- tise of Soldiers from the 208th CBRN Co. Task Force Wraith. “We can learn a lot elements. talion CBRN officer from Task Force and Camp Buehring’s emergency man- from each other.” “The implications of this training will Wraith’s 1-147th Assault Helicopter Bat- agement personnel. The 208th CBRN Co. taught the air go beyond what is learned on Udairi talion. “Anytime that we work with other or- crew how to decontaminate their air- Landing Zone and will help shape our Furthermore, this training provided an ganizations we build capability,” said Lt. craft, said 208th CBRN Co. 1st Sgt. Billy tactical standard operating procedures as opportunity for Soldiers from Task Force Col. Scott Bush, the commander of the Heatherly. we continue to provide support within our Wraith to learn from the technical exper- 1-147th Assault Helicopter Battalion, “Conducting an operation of this com- area of operations,” said Halvorson. Chinooks Continued from Page B1 to continue to achieve mis- us and to be on standby for said. “It’s not a small task sions that are requested of those that are not,” Chung and it’s not a small feat.” the maintainers volunteer to help with the humanitar- ian airlift. “I’ve gone on a flight to help pass out supplies and talk to the populace,” said Spc. Juan Betancourt, a CH-47 maintainer. Betancourt, a native Spanish speaker, uses his skills to help other Soldiers communicate with the is- land’s residents. Enterprise’s $5.00 “There was a younger 2nd Location Now Open! girl, maybe 12 or 13, who (7 Days aWeek) RX Plan came up and gave me a hug Get a month and said, ‘Thank you,’” 6580 Boll Weevil Circle Supply of certain Betancourt said. “It was heartwarming.” medications! The work of the mainte- nance crews has not gone 2017 RamRebel 4x4 Hem฀ 2017 Ram2500 Laram฀e Mega Cab 2018 Ram3500 Crew 4x4 6.7Cumm฀ns PW/PL Tilt, Alloy Wheels, Key+GoProtectio฀ Group. 4x4, Su฀roof,Leather,Navigatio฀, 6.7Cummi฀s Aisi฀ 6Spd. Tra฀smissio฀. PW/PL, AM/ Nav.Spray i฀ Bedli฀er 5th Wheel Alloy Wheels, TowPkg FM, Chrome Package unnoticed. WAS$56,229 WAS$70,045 WAS$61,150 $ S฀VE $ S฀VE $ S฀VE “Our maintainers have S฀LE 46,723 $9,506 S฀LE 61,626 $8,419 S฀LE 54,658 $6,492 #N2934 #N3036 #N3034 done a phenomenal job keeping the Chinooks ... up and running at the mission- MITCHELL capable status that we need

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With the holiday shopping season right around the corner, buyers can find the perfect gift at the right price at one of Fort Rucker’s hidden gems. The Fort Rucker Thrift Shop, located on the corner of Red Cloud Road and Ruf Avenue, offers a wide selection of items from clothing to appliances, and it’s a local way people can save money during the holidays, according to Donna Woodham, Fort Rucker Thrift Shop manager. “The FRTS provides a venue for customers to shop, donate, consign and volunteer,” she said. “We also have fundraising opportunities available.” For more than 40 years the thrift shop has saved people money and provided a way to give back to the post community. The Fort Rucker Thrift Shop is a non- profit 501(c)-3 organization established to generate funds, and those funds are disbursed throughout the community in the form of grants to charitable organizations for the betterment of Soldier and their families, said Terry. “The Thrift shop raises funds for worthy causes through the sale of donated and consigned merchandise,” Woodham said. “Over the years, many organizations have COURTESY PHOTO Fort Rucker Thrift Shop volunteers encourage people to shop and consign items for the holidays to go toward helping their local communities in this file photo. benefited from its financial support. “We also donate items to the house of with a special invitation to Army Flier which is announced on our Facebook. $35,000 has been awarded. Ruth/Christian Charities, animal shelters readers, according to Woodham. In addition to providing customer- 3. Honoring Wiregrass Veterans and missions weekly,” she added. “We “We are opening on [Dec. 2] as our gift funded grants, FRTS gives back to the post — Thousands of dollars have been have awarded over $350,000 in community to our customers,” she said. “We will offer community in additional savings. awarded grants, over $150,000 in scholarships, a special invitation to readers to come in “We provide a service to our military 4. Scholarships — Over $150,000 has over $35,000 to local teachers for projects at 9 a.m. to take advantage of early bird and DOD with consignments allowing been awarded for their classrooms and thousands to our shopping.” them to keep 70 percent of what their items 5. Borrow! Party! Return! — A military local veterans, not to mention thousands Woodham encourages shoppers who sell for in store,” Woodham said. “We also spouse can borrow a gown, party all upon thousands for org days and parties have never visited a thrift store to stop by provide a service to local military spouses night and return the clean dress when for our soldiers and their families.” FRTS and peruse their selection of goods. to sell their crafts and retain 90 percent of finished with it. The thrift shop’s store hours are “Some might think that a [thrift shop] what their items sell for. We also allow 6. Hidden Treasures Shopping normally Wednesdays-Fridays from 10 may be dirty or have dirty items,” she said. our home-based vendors and [Family Showcase and Expo — A venue a.m. to 2 p.m., with consignment hours “However, we take pride in cleaning items Readiness Groups] to set up a table for free where home-based vendors can set Wednesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. the best that we can prior to placement on to sell their items and retain 100 percent of up a table free of charge and sell their to 1 p.m. the floor. what their items sell for.” items. The thrift shop will be closed the week “Everything is priced at 1/4-1/3 of the FRTS supports numerous grants and Shopping at the thrift shop is open to of Thanksgiving and from Dec. 16 to Jan. value, unless it is new with a tag and our programs, including: the public, but guests on Fort Rucker are 2, so people are encouraged to get their consignors price their own items,” she reminded that they will need a gate access holiday shopping done early. added. “Soldiers in uniform receive 50 1. Community Grant Program — Over pass in order to drive onto the installation. However, the shop will open Dec. 2 as a percent off an item every time they come in $350,000 has been awarded. For more information, visit www. way to say “thank you” to the community and we have 50 percent off sales regularly, 2. Teacher Grant Program — Over fortruckerthriftshop.org, or call 255-9595. Fort Rucker provides haunting good time By Nathan Pfau McCall, BOSS advisor and RDS Army Flier Staff Writer program manager. “They were able to put the alarms on silent, and they From insane asylums to a butch- would come out and walk through er’s shop, complete with maimed and inspect to make sure every- corpses and killer clowns, the scene thing was clear.” was set for a night of fright to give Members of the fire department children on Fort Rucker a Hallow- came out each day of the event een they wouldn’t soon forget. to ensure things were running The installation hosted a haunted smoothly, and it’s that community house at the Fort Rucker Youth involvement that enabled them to Center Oct. 28-31 that had more create a successfully spooky ex- than 1,000 attendees make their perience for the children of Fort way through a maze of horrors Rucker, she said. that included up to eight different “It was a true team effort,” said frightening scenes to satiate thrill the BOSS advisor. “We all tag seekers, according to Lynn Avila, teamed and everybody came to- Fort Rucker special events coordi- gether to put this together for a fun nator. event, and everyone was absolutely The maze featured a coffin scene, willing to be silly and get out of clown scene, insane asylum, hall COURTESY PHOTO their comfort zone to try and make of spiders and creatures, a butcher Volunteers pose as haunting creatures while people make their way through the haunted maze at the Fort Rucker Youth a good atmosphere.” scene, exploratory area and more. Center Oct. 31. Although Whitman-McCall said Although the setup was elaborate, “It was pretty amazing, some and Better Opportunities for Single Since the haunted maze featured the setup for the event was difficult the entire production was put to- of the things that we were able to Soldiers, as well as warrant officer a haze of fog, the fire alarms were and even stressful at times, to see gether in just a matter of 10 days, pull together,” said Avila. “We had candidates from the Warrant Officer being triggered as the night went the joy and fright on people’s faces said the special events coordinator. Soldiers dressed as clowns and we Career College, were among those on, which would in turn cause the made all the work worth the effort. “It was a last-minute setup that couldn’t have done it without the who volunteered their time during emergency lights to come on, ruin- “It was stressful making sure we we were able to organize and put support of the (youth) center and the event, providing support by ing the haunting effect of the dark- would meet our goals, but starting up as soon as we got the location (Child and Youth Services). We helping set up or playing as actors ness. the event we had fun,” she said. settled,” she said, adding that it couldn’t have done it without of all to scare attendees. The Fort Rucker “Kudos to the Fort Rucker fire “Once the people were coming up wasn’t something the installation of the volunteers.” Fire Department even played a role department because they were quite and we were laughing with them, it could have taken on without the Soldiers from the NCO Acad- in making sure the event went off instrumental toward the success of was great, and we had a lot of great help of volunteers. emy Senior Leadership Course without a hitch. the event,” said Teresa Whitman- comments coming out.” C2 ★฀฀NOVEMBER 16, 2017 ฀❘฀฀ARMYFLIER.COM On Post

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Fort Rucker Right Arm Night The Landing Zone will host the Fort Rucker Right Arm Night today from 4-6 p.m. Right Arm Night is an Army tradition, promoting a night of camaraderie and es- prit de corps as leaders come together and treat those who help them accomplish the mission. Complimentary appetizers will be served while supplies last. Right Arm Night is held every month, and both mili- tary and civilians are welcome. For more information, call 255-0768.

Ornament Contest The Directorate of Family, and Morale, Welfare and Tuesday. Ornaments may be turned into the youth center, child develop- ment center or to special events in Bldg. 5700, Rm. 390. Prizes will be awarded to first-place entries in the following catego- ries: 3-5 years old, 6-8 years old and 9-11 years old. Awards will be presented at this year’s Christmas tree lighting ceremony. The overall winner will light the tree at the ceremony scheduled for Nov. 30. All hand- made ornament entries will be displayed on the post Christmas tree. Parents need to label children’s entries with the child’s name, age, and guardian’s name and con- PHOTO BY NATHAN PFAU tact information. For more information, call 255-9810. Christmas tree lighting Newcomers welcome The annual Fort Rucker Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony is scheduled for Nov. 30 at 5 p.m. on Howze Field. The event will feature music, hot A newcomers welcome is scheduled for chocolate, the lighting of the post Christmas tree and a visitor from the North Pole. Afterward, people are welcome to enjoy complimentary photos Friday from 8:30-11 a.m. at The Landing. with Santa at The Landing. The event will be free, open to the public and be Exceptional Family Member Program friendly. For more information, call Active-duty military, spouses, foreign stu- 255-1749 or 255-9810. Pictured is a scene from last year’s event. dents, Army civilians and family members are encouraged by post officials to attend the newcomers orientation. A free light will be divided into two sessions: the first breakfast and coffee will be served. For free session will be from 3:30-4:30 p.m. and the childcare, people can register their children second will be from 4:30-5:30 p.m. Each at the child development center by calling session in the free program is open to ages 255-3564. Reservations must be made 24 7-13 and is limited to the first 20 regis- DFMWR hours prior to the newcomers welcome. trants. The event will be pen to authorized For more information, call 255-3161 or patrons and be Exceptional Family Mem- 255-2887. ber Program friendly. For more information or to register, visit Turkey Wobble Skate Night the Center Library or call 255-3885. SPOTLIGHT The Fort Rucker School Age Center will host its Turkey Wobble Skate Night Literature and the Veteran Experience Friday. There will be prizes for the best The Center Library invites all combat Turkey Wobble dance and the best turkey veterans to the Literature and the Veteran call. Safety Skate, which will cost $2, will Experience meeting Dec. 5 at 5:30 p.m. be from 5-6 p.m.; and regular skate, which The program is open to combat veterans, will cost $5, will be from 6-8 p.m. Only retirees and active-duty Soldiers. Registra- cash payments will be accepted for skate tion will be limited to the first 20 partici- night. All participants must have a current pants and a free meal will be provided to pass with child and youth services. those who register by Nov. 30. For more information, call 255-9108. To register or get more information, visit the Center Library or call 255-3885. Book club The Center Library hosts a book club for Breakfast with Santa adults the third Tuesday of each month from The Landing will host its annual Break- 5-6 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. fast with Santa Dec. 9 from 9 a.m. to noon. The club is open to authorized patrons. For Children will be able to meet with Santa more information, call 255-3885. and also have a breakfast that will include favorites like pancakes, eggs, bacon, hash Thanksgiving feast browns, fruit and more. The Military Fam- The Landing will host its annual Thanks- ily Special costs $32.99, which includes giving feast Nov. 23 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. breakfast for two adults and up to 2 chil- The feast will be buffet style, featuring dren, ages 12 and under. Individual pric- Thanksgiving favorites. The menu will in- ing is $12.99 for people ages 13 and older, clude favorites like carved turkey, ham or $6.99 for children ages 3-12, and children beef; breaded boneless pork chops; sweet 2 and younger eat for free. potato casserole; green bean casserole; The Landing officials recommend -peo stuffing and gravy; corn O’ Brien; chicken ple make reservations if they plan to at- rice; Mac ’n’ Cheese Bar; seasoned lima tend. For more information and to make a beans; assorted desserts; and more. reservation, call 255-0769. The Landing will offer a military family special for $45.99 for two adults and up to Employment readiness class two children ages 12 and under. Individual The Fort Rucker Employment Readiness prices will be $19.99 for ages 13 and older, Program hosts orientation sessions monthly $7.99 for ages 6-12, $4.99 for ages 3-5 and in the Soldier Service Center, Bldg. 5700, ages 2 and younger eat for free. in the Army Community Service multipur- The Landing staff highly encourages pose room, with the next session Dec. 7. people to make reservations. For more People who attend will meet in Rm. 350 information or to make a reservation, call at 8:45 a.m. to fill out paperwork before 255-0769. going to the multipurpose room. The class will end at about 11:30 a.m. The sessions Spaghetti Dinner will inform people on the essentials of the Immediately following the Christmas program and provide job search tips, as tree lighting Nov. 30, people are welcome well. Advance registration is required. to take part in the annual spaghetti dinner For more information, call 255-2594. in The Landing ballroom from 6-7:30 p.m. Dinner will include a choice of pasta and Blended Retirement System Seminar registration. Resilience training sauce, garlic bread, assorted cookies, tea The Army Community Service Finan- For more information and to register, Army Community Service will host its and coffee. Cost will be $10 for ages 13 cial Readiness Program will present its call 255-3765 or 255-9631. resilience training Dec. 12 and 14 from 8:30 and older, $5 for ages 3-12 and children 2 Blended Retirement System Seminar Dec. a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in Bldg. 5700, Rm. 350. and younger eat for free. There will also 12 from 6-7 p.m. in the Soldier Service Holiday craft People need to register by Dec. 8. Resil- be a military family special: $25 for two Center, Bldg. 5700, in Rm. 282. The semi- The Center Library will host a holiday ience training is designed to provide family adults and up to two children, ages 12 and nar will be a discussion of the significant craft making session Dec. 12 from 3:30- members and civilians with the tools to bet- younger. changes to the current military retirement 4:30 p.m. for children ages 3-11. Light ter cope and overcome adversity and chal- For dinner details, call 255-0769. system, including how retirement pay will refreshments will be served. Space will be lenges, as well as perform better in stressful be calculated, continuation pay and the limited to the first 40 children to register. situations, according to ACS officials. Mad Scientist Workshop Thrift Savings Plan with matching gov- The event will be open to authorized pa- For more information to attend a resil- The Center Library will host a Mad Sci- ernment contributions. The discussion trons and be Exceptional Family Member ience training workshop or two-day train- entist Workshop – a science, technology, will be facilitated by accredited financial Program friendly. ing, or to schedule resilience training for a engineering, art, and math program – Dec. counselors. Pre-registration is required by For more information or to register, visit family readiness group or staff members, 5. The event, Gingerbread Engineering, Monday. Free childcare is available with the library or call 255-3885. call 255-3161 or 255-3735. FORT RUCKER Movie Schedule for November 16-19

Thursday, November 16 Friday, November 17 Saturday, November 18 Sunday, November 19 Daddy’s Home 2 (PG-13) ...... 7 p.m. Thor: Ragnarok (PG-13) ...... 4 p.m. My Little Pony (PG) ...... 4 p.m. My Little Pony (PG) ...... 1 p.m. Daddy’s Home 2 (PG-13) ...... 7 p.m. Blade Runner 2049 (R) ...... 7 p.m. Mountain Between Us (PG-13) ...... 4 p.m. TICKETS ARE $6 FOR ADULTS AND $5 FOR CHILDREN, 12 AND UNDER. MILITARY I.D. CARD HOLDERS AND THEIR GUESTS ARE WELCOME. SCHEDULE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 255-2408. ARMYFLIER.COM ฀❘฀฀NOVEMBER 16, 2017 ★฀฀C3 Cadets get rare access to senior leaders, decades of experience By Sean Kimmons Army News Service

WASHINGTON – When the Army Se- nior Leader Forum began four years ago, Cadet Karriem Davis was a freshman, new to Howard University’s ROTC program. Ever since, the forums have allowed him to learn more about the Army by picking the brains of some of its top leaders. Meant to produce a solid core of second lieutenants to lead the Army into the future, the annual forum has given Davis and other cadets exclusive access to high-ranking leaders they may not get elsewhere. Attending his last forum, the 21-year- old senior, who hopes to commission as a medical service officer, was linked up with acting Army Secretary Ryan D. McCarthy as he escorted and introduced the service’s most senior leader before his speech Tues- day at this year’s event. “A lot of cadets might be hindered ear- lier on in their [military] career because they don’t get to talk to the right people or just feel the presence of a senior leader in the Army,” the cadet said. “I’m lucky that Howard affords me that opportunity.” This year, McCarthy and a dozen Army staff principal officers from an array of ca- reer fields provided mentorship to inquisi- tive cadets from Howard, a historically black university, and many other colleges. PHOTOS BY SEAN KIMMONS At the lectern, the acting secretary spoke Acting Army Secretary Ryan D. McCarthy poses for a selfie with Army ROTC cadets during a Senior Leader Forum at Howard University in Washington, D.C., Nov. 7. of his own experience as a young officer in the 75th Ranger Regiment, where a collec- brought you here today, in our country’s tion of Soldiers from various backgrounds uniform,” he said. “Be that inspiration in worked as a team. your platoons, in your schools, and in your “The Army has proven capable of forg- communities. Be a trailblazer for those who ing the diverse communities of American are following after you.” life together because no matter where they After his speech, a panel of senior lead- come from, Soldiers are all here for the ers, ranging from a colonel to three-star same core reason – we want to make a dif- generals, fielded questions from the cadets. ference,” he said. Lt. Gen. Gwendolyn Bingham, the Ar- Within his unit, he said, there was a Na- my’s assistant chief of staff for installation tive American platoon sergeant from North management, offered some advice on what Carolina, an African American team leader has helped her throughout her 36-year ca- from a tough part of Detroit, and a squad reer. leader from a rural Texas town, among oth- “If you keep a positive attitude, you read er Soldiers from across the country. and learn your craft and be the very best of- Then there was McCarthy, who grew up ficer as you can, you too will find success,” as a kid in a comfortable home on the north she said. side of Chicago. He said back then that he Bingham acknowledged that many cadets never had to step outside his way of life or and Soldiers are hesitant, at least initially, to his view of the world. make a career of the Army. When she first “I had no humility and no appreciation of put on a uniform, for instance, she had only what hard times felt like,” he said. “That all wanted to serve for four years. changed when I joined the Army.” “But something happened along the McCarthy said that as he experienced way,” she said. “I fell in love with this vo- Lt. Gen. Gwendolyn Bingham, the Army’s assistant chief of staff for installation management, offers advice to Cadet Catherine Lynch from Mount St. Mary’s University during a Senior Leader Forum at the joys and arduous times of military life cation called the U.S. Army and I’ve been Howard University in Washington, D.C., Nov. 7. alongside his fellow Soldiers, especially his better for it as a Soldier, wife, mother and NCOs, he learned from them what makes citizen.” this country special. Before the panel, Cadet Catherine Lynch He told the cadets gathered at How- and other future officers had more oppor- ard University that he still uses lessons he tunities to interact with the senior leaders learned from his former platoon sergeant in during a lunch break. his current role to make a positive impact “This is invaluable experience,” said for more than 1 million Soldiers and their Lynch, a 20-year-old junior from Mount families. St. Mary’s University in northern Maryland “No one could have known it at the time, who spoke in-depth with Bingham about but think of what a difference [that ser- her career. geant] made just by taking the time to men- While both of Lynch’s parents are Army tor Lieutenant McCarthy,” he said. “That is officers, she thought the forum gave her a making a personal difference. That is what unique chance to rub shoulders and learn you can do in the Army.” from the service’s top brass. As commissioned officers, he explained, “It is huge to just have that experience the cadets will meet Soldiers who may not and have that face-to-face time. They may think or behave the way they do. But it will not remember us, but I will certainly re- still be their job to change their lives for the member this forever,” said Lynch, who is better as others did for him, he said. trying to be a military intelligence or quar- “Each of you had an inspiration that termaster officer. McCarthy responds to questions from Army ROTC cadets during a Senior Leader Forum.

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ANDALUSIA building is across the street from the Lee Street Baptist reserved vendor spaces. Some 10-foot by 10- foot exhibition Church. For more information call 447-8507. spaces are still available. For more information, call 334- ONGOING — The American Legion Post 80 has 733-0132. regular meetings the second Monday of the month, starting ONGOING – Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6683, John at 6:30 p.m., at the Legion Hall. For more information, call Wiley Brock Post monthly membership meetings for the ONGOING – The Friends of Ozark holds a monthly 222-7131 or visit www.andalusialegionpost80.org. VFW Post 6683 and Auxiliary are on the third Tuesday meeting on the second Tuesday of every month at 6 p.m. at of each month at 7 p.m. at the post headquarters building the Ozark-Dale County Library. For more information, call ONGOING — The American Legion Post 80 hosts a located at 2615 Coffee County Road 537. The post mailing 477-6221 or email [email protected]. dance with live music every Saturday from 7:30-11:30 address is P.O. Box 311752 Enterprise, AL 36330. For more p.m. For more information, call 222-7131 or visit www. information, call 334-464-1171 or the auxiliary at 334-464- ONGOING — Every Wednesday, the Ozark-Dale andalusialegionpost80.org. 2222. The post also has a Facebook site at vfw post 6683. County Public Library hosts free Wii Zumba from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Teens and adults are invited. For more information, DALEVILLE ONGOING – Military Order of Purple Heart meetings call 774-5480. are the third Tuesday of each month at 5:30 p.m. at American Legion Hall on East Lee Street. For more information, call ONGOING — Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6020 PINCKARD 334-347-2727 or 334-447-6954. Franchise J. Ballard Post membership meetings are at the post headquarters on State Road 84 every third Thursday ONGOING — The public is invited to the Cross Country of the month at 7 p.m. Breakfast is served Sundays, and GENEVA Workshop every Sunday at 6 p.m. at the Pinckard United games and TVs are available for entertainment. Meetings Methodist Church. For more information, call 983-3064. are open to all. The post can host parties, weddings, and ONGOING — The Geneva County Relay for Life meets hails and farewells. For more information, call 598-6211, the last Tuesday of the month at 6 p.m. at the Citizens Bank. SAMSON 598-1297, 598-6211 or 379-9187. For more information, call 248-4495. ONGOING — The Samson City Council meets monthly ONGOING — Daleville Chamber of Commerce MIDLAND CITY the first and third Tuesdays at 5:30 p.m. at the Samson meets the second Wednesday of each month at noon at the Community Center. Chamber of Commerce office in the Daleville Cultural and ONGOING — Residents are invited to town hall meet- Convention Center. For more information, call 598-6331. ings on the first Tuesday of each month at 5:30 p.m. at ONGOING — American Legion Post 78 meets monthly Town Hall, 1385 Hinton Waters Ave. on the second Tuesday at 7 p.m. DOTHAN For more information, call 983-3511. TROY DEC. 4-9 — The Southeast Alabama Community Theatre NEW BROCKTON is selling tickets to its production of “A Christmas Story,” ONGOING — Troy Bank and Trust Company sponsors which is scheduled to be performed Dec. 4-9 at the Cultural ONGOING — Tuesdays and Wednesdays, from 9-11 senior dance nights every Saturday night from 7-10 Arts Center. Tickets are available online at www.SEACT. a.m., Disabled American Veterans Chapter 99 maintains p.m. at the J.O. Colley Senior Complex. The complex is com or by contacting the SEACT Office at 334-794-0400. a service office in the New Brockton Town Hall (old transformed into a dance hall and features music from the The SEACT office is open for ticket sales between 10 a.m. armory building) at 706 McKinnon Street. The office 40s, 50s, and 60s with finger foods and refreshments. and 2 p.m. and is located inside the Cultural Arts Center at will assist veterans who were injured or disabled while For more information, call Janet Motes at 808-8500. 909 S. St. Andrews Street. Tickets for “A Christmas Story” in military service. DAV service officers help veterans are $40 with dinner or $20 each for show-only seating. and their spouses with disability compensation claims, WIREGRASS AREA Veterans Affairs pensions, death benefits, VA medical care, ONGOING — Disabled American Veterans Chapter 87 Social Security disability benefits, veterans job programs, NOV. 28 – The Army Aviation Association of America meets the third Thursday of each month at 6 p.m. at the homeless veterans services and other veteran services. All will host its general membership meeting, holiday social Doug Tew Recreation Center. For more information, call veteran services are provided free of charge. For more and Toys for Tots drive from 4:30-7 p.m. at The Landing. 334-86-0217 Ext. 122 or email [email protected]. information, call 334-406-6700. Guest speaker will be retired Col. Mike Barbee. AAAA The chapter maintains office hours at 545 West Main St. members and guests are welcome to attend, and also to (Mixon Business Center, Rm. 122), Mondays, Tuesdays, ONGOING — Adult education classes are offered in bring an unwrapped toy or gift for the Wiregrass Area Wednesdays and Thursday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. to assist, Rm. 12 at New Brockton High School, 210 South Tyler Toys for Tots program. For more information, visit www. free of charge, disabled veterans and their spouses with St., Mondays and Wednesdays from 6-9 p.m. All classes ruckeraaaa.com. disability compensation claims and other benefits. are free for individuals 16 years old or older who are not enrolled in public school. Individuals must take an ONGOING – A German coffee takes place the last ONGOING — The American Legion Post 12 holds assessment test prior to attending class. Call 894-2350 for monthly meetings on the second Thursday of each month Thursday of every month except November at 10 a.m. at more information. The Landing on Fort Rucker. The group has been meeting at 6:30 p.m. Meetings are held at the post’s facility at 3087 for more than 40 years. Hwy. 605, which is Brannon Stand Road at the intersection OZARK of Park Avenue. For more information, call 400-5356. ONGOING – The Marine Corps League, Wiregrass Det. NOV. 19 –The public is invited to a first-ever bridal 752, welcomes all Marines, Navy corpsmen and chaplains, ENTERPRISE fair from 2-5 p.m. at the historic Holman House on Broad and their families, to its monthly meetings. Meetings are Street. The event is free to those interested in touring the held the first Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. Attendees ONGOING – The American Legion Post 73 meets at historic home, which includes a bridal suite. Clothing, are welcome to arrive early for food and camaraderie. The the American Legion building at 200 Gibson Street on the catering, photography, rentals, flowers and event planning next meeting will be at the Golden Corral in Dothan. For fourth Saturday of each month beginning at 9 a.m. The businesses are among the 20 vendors who have already more information, call 718-4168 or 805-7335.

to show organizers. The show offers confor- Gem, mineral, jewelry show Beyond Briefs Funksgiving music, food festival mation, obedience and rally competitions. The 47th annual Montgomery Gem, Min- The fourth annual Funksgiving is sched- The only cost is a $5 parking fee. eral and Jewelry Show will be held Dec. 1-3 Artist market uled to return to downtown Montgomery at For more information, visit www.mont- at the Garrett Coliseum. Dealers will have The Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts Lower Dexter Avenue Nov. 24 at 4 p.m. This gomerykennelclub.org/shows.html. beads, crystals, geodes, rough, cabochons, will host its eighth annual Artist Market Nov. year’s musical lineup includes CBDB, Funk gem stones, finished jewelry, tools, supplies, 17 from 5:30-8:30 p.m. and Nov. 18 from 10 You, Soul Mechanic and the Talismen Band. Zoo Christmas lights festival and mineral and fossil specimens, according a.m. to 4 p.m. The event is free and open to The event will feature a wide variety of local The Montgomery Zoo will transform to organizers. Club members will display the public. The event will feature the wares restaurants, craft vendors, artists and activi- into a winter wonderland sparkling with their individual collections, and will give of regional artists. Guests will have the op- ties for children. Tickets may be purchased thousands of lights and festive decorations demonstrations on gem and rock cutting, fa- portunity to buy local and hand-crafted art at https://www.liveandlisten.com/pages/ during its annual Christmas lights festival ceting, cabochon making and knapping. from a variety of artists. tickets. Nov. 30-Dec. 31, according to zoo officials. Show times will be 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Dec. For more information, visit www.mmfa. For more information, call 334- People will be able to take a leisurely stroll, 1, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Dec. 2 and 11 a.m. to org. 657-2804 or visit www.facebook.com/ a brisk train ride or see the lights from atop 5 p.m. Dec. 3. Cost is $2 for adults, $3 for events/479755462396741. the Zoofari Skylift Ride. There will also be a a weekends pass, and admission is free to 2017 Capitol 10 Miler visit bySanta, live nightly entertainment, hot those 18 nd younger with a student ID and The Capitol 10 Miler race course will start ‘A Christmas Carol’ chocolate and fresh-baked cookies. Check paying adult. and finish on the south side of the Capitol The Alabama Shakespeare Festival will out a list of extra activities here. For more information, send an email to Building in downtown Montgomery Nov. put on its production of “A Christmas Regular night time admission is $15 for gemshow@montgomerygemandmineralso- 18. The course will wind through many Carol” by Charles Dickens at various times ages 3 and older. Ticket includes entry and ciety.com or visit montgomerygemandmin- beautiful and historic areas of Montgomery, between Nov. 19-Dec. 24. Tickets may be one train ride. eralsociety.com/mgms/index.php/annual- including downtown, Oak Park, Alabama purchased at http://tickets.asf.net/single/PS- For more information, call 334-240- gem-show. State University and Old Cloverdale, accord- Detail.aspx?psn=11828. 4900 or visit http://montgomeryzoo.com/ ing to organizers. Proceeds from this event For more information, call 334-271-5353 announcements/christmas-lights-festival- Governor’s mansion Christmas tours will benefit Centerpoint Missions, River Re- or visit asf.net/project/the-christmas-carol/. week-1. Alabama Governor’s Mansion Christ- gion Chaplains and Girls on the Run. mas Candlelight Tours will be available The registration fee is $40 until race week- Dog show ‘Great Russian Nutcracker’ Dec. 4, 11 and 18 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. end when it costs $50 – military and first re- The Dixie Jubilee Cluster Dog Show is The Moscow Ballet’s “Great Russian Nut- Admission is free and tickets are avail- sponders receive a 25-percent discount dur- scheduled for Nov. 24-26 from 9 a.m. to 4 cracker” is scheduled for Dec. 1 at 7 p.m. at able at the Governor’s Mansion Gift Shop. ing pre-registration. p.m. at the Garrett Coliseum, 1555 Federal the Marina Civic Center in Panama City, No reservations are required. For more Click here to register online. Drive, Montgomery. The show is an oppor- Florida. Ticket prices start at $28. information, call 334-834-3022 or visit For more information and to register, visit tunity to see the different breeds, and be able For more information and ticket informa- governor.alabama.gov/governor-kay-ivey/ capitol10.com/. to talk to exhibitors and breeders, according tion, visit http://www.nutcracker.com/. governors-mansion. ARMYFLIER.COM ฀❘฀฀NOVEMBER 16, 2017 ★฀฀C5 Army scouts latest drone technology at SOCOM ThunderDrone event

By Nancy Jones-Bonbrest Army Rapid Capabilities Office

YBOR CITY, Fla. – Enter the unassum- ing brick building in historic Ybor City and there’s the buzz of drones in the air and sound of robots on the ground. There’s an autonomous drone that launches from a moving truck or boat to support a convoy on the move, then tracks the vehicle while orbiting around and monitoring nearby threats. There’s a pistol-packing robot that can sneak into buildings, climb stairs, send 360-degree views of the site and then lock on a target and shoot. And there are drones that work together in a swarm to relay information and then autonomously reconfigure their position to reestablish communications if a fellow drone goes down. Welcome to ThunderDrone. The U.S. Special Operations Command- led event, which used prototyping and demonstrations to understand the poten- tial and limitations of drones, robotics and artificial intelligence, began in September and culminated with a rodeo last week at the SOCOM SOFWERX facility in Ybor City. Highlighting 30 experiments from more PHOTOS BY AIR FORCE MASTER SGT. BARRY LOO than 20 companies, the collaborative event underscored the success of uniting free- Brandon Tseng commands an autonomous drone during the ThunderDrone Tech Expo at SOFWERX in Tampa, Fla., in September. The expo provided an opportunity for thinking innovators and the military. The industry, national laboratories and academia to discuss and promote new and innovative drone technology with the special operations community. The event culmi- nated with a rodeo last week highlighting 30 experiments from more than 20 companies. Army joined each of the other military services in sending experts, designing ex- The company Ghost Robotics showed but also to deliver and resupply the rugged we need, what the gaps are in the Army.” periment scenarios and scouting technolo- off a legged robot known as the Minitaur robot. For the Army Rapid Capabilities Office, gies that could support current and future that can climb stairs and scale fences. Fel- The ThunderDrone event, conducted in which is tasked to rapidly bring in prom- operations. low participant Shield AI demonstrated a coordination with the Department of De- ising new technology as prototypes that “This revolutionary explosion of com- quadcopter called Hivemind Nova that can fense’s Strategic Capabilities Office, -in meet strategic gaps identified by Combat- mercial technology is enabling a lot of autonomously explore buildings, tunnels cluded representatives from industry, small ant Commanders, ThunderDrone helped things for the nation, our military, special and caves while live-streaming video and businesses, academia and from all military demonstrate the “realm of the possible” ops, but it is also creating a lot of threats maps to operators. branches, including the Army. This col- for application of drones, robotics and arti- that we need to think about,” said James Josh Wells, founder and CEO of Planck laboration enables the Army to leverage ficial intelligence to aid conventional land “Hondo” Geurts, the acquisition executive Aerosystems, demonstrated his drone that ongoing technical efforts and reduce du- forces in the near term. for SOCOM. “What we found is where we can launch from and land on a moving plication in employing drone and swarm “Many of the technologies displayed are have these really complex issues, the best vehicle autonomously. For him, Thun- technologies. the building blocks to pull together a solu- way to solve them is to get a diverse set of derDrone represented a chance to connect “We want to see what we can bring back tion to support potential needs and wants folks together. That’s what ThunderDrone to a larger audience and show off technol- to support the concept of the future fight,” from the operational conventional forces,” is really meant to do: how do we as a na- ogy that was originally designed to operate said Maj. Johnny Vuong, an acquisition in- said Rob Monto, the RCO’s Emerging tion bring together the best minds, best in the maritime theater, but now is quickly tegration officer for the Science, Technol- Technologies director. “An event like this companies … day in and day out to solve transitioning to the land domain and ground ogy, Research and Accelerated Capabilities highlights the power of collaboration and that very challenging problem?” convoys. Division of the Army Capabilities Integra- the ability to work together and solve hard The prototyping rodeo experiments were “Our guiding mantra initially was ‘A tion Center (ARCIC), part of the Training problems.” based on feedback from military officials drone on every boat,’” Wells said. “But and Doctrine Command. “We want to get a SOCOM and the Strategic Capabilities during a series of rapid prototyping events that translates really well to a drone on feel for what is out there and who’s doing Office expect to hold two addition Rapid that took place in September and October, every Humvee, every tank. Why should what. On the other hand, we also want to Prototyping Events in 2018 at the SOFW- which began with a Tech Expo featuring a Humvee go into a village and not have reach out to these folks and tell them what ERX facility. more than 100 companies and 400 attend- the ability to launch a drone with the push ees. The next step for participants included of a button that can go out and scout? For “Tech Sprints,” which were aggressive, us an event like this is two-pronged: one, short-term periods to conduct experiments we generate excitement and awareness of focused on SOCOM warfighter problems what we are doing by demonstrating it, but and feedback. The experiments ended just we are also getting feedback.” WE prior to the prototyping rodeo, where com- For others, ThunderDrone was also an panies had an opportunity to demonstrate opportunity to meld ideas together. That their results. was the case for Endeavor Robotics, which APPRECIATE “The warfighting community is bring- had a small, throwable and rugged ground ing ideas based on their experiences and in robot called FirstLook; and Asylon, which FORT their environment, and industry is bringing had DroneHome, an automated way of ideas that talk about understanding the art replacing drone batteries. Although the of the technology,” said John Coglianese, companies didn’t know each other prior RUCKER. the ThunderDrone lead at SOFWERX. to ThunderDrone, in less than four weeks “And when those things come together, it’s they partnered to develop a way to not only pretty powerful.” continuously resupply a drone’s batteries

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NOVEMBER 16, 2017 GOLD STANDARD Group fitness class focuses on senior retirees By Nathan Pfau Army Flier Staff Writer

When it comes to fitness, there is no age limit on when to start the journey to well- ness, and one fitness class is helping people get on the right track regardless of their age. The Rucker Gold Fitness program takes place Dec. 9 at the Fortenberry-Colton Physical Fitness Center at 11 a.m., and is designed for people of ages 50 and older by meeting the unique needs of seniors in terms of health, according to Stephanie Kraczkowski, fitness specialist. “Rucker Gold seeks to meet the mind, body and spirit needs,” she said. “As we age and approach retirement, life slows down. Many times people become isolated, home- bound and generally their health begins to fail. “Multiple studies indicate that exercise and fitness are the miracle cure, if you will, for all that ails us, and senior fitness is not any different,” she said. “Exercise and fit- ness can slow the aging process and im- prove quality of life.” The class is a comprehensive program that includes Fit for Life, Yoga Gold and Posture Clinic, all of which are meant to ca- PHOTO BY NATHAN PFAU ter to those 50 and older. Participants take part in an exercise class while utilizing resistance bands during their Strong Bodies workout at Fortenberry-Colton Physical Fitness Center Fit for Life includes many aspects of in previous years. training, such as cardiovascular training and but so is mental centeredness, stress man- imbalances spread throughout the body to endurance, strength training and muscular agement, emotional balance and health,” cause widespread chronic pain and disor- endurance, and flexibility and balance. she said. ders,” said the fitness specialist. “We will “Since seniors can do everything that It’s an experience that is Yoga Gold is modified to not include cover alignment for each part of the body younger people can, and this class takes par- more than just showing up floor exercises, but rather have all- move and balance, and the class is only 30 min- ticipants to their ultimate fitness level,” said to a fitness class — it is a ments done in a chair or standing position to utes long because the exercises are specific Kraczkowski. “The exercises are simply cater to the needs of participants and reduce and prescriptive, so the focus is intense.” modified. The exercises in this class do not network of people who are stress. In addition to the fitness benefits people include lowering the head below the heart, “ The Posture Clinic is another class that’s will build while taking the classes, the pro- in this together.” hyperextension of any joint or the wring- intended to improve the wellness and health gram is a great way for people to make con- ing of the wrists. The key is motivation and — STEPHANIE KRACZKOWSKI, by correcting alignment issues that affect nections with others with similar interests, modification. FORT RUCKER FITNESS PROGRAM the entire body, said Kraczkowski. which can be just as important for health SPECIALIST “I have been working with seniors since “Posture can be thought of as the foun- and wellness, said Kraczkowski. 2013 and I am amazed all the time. Many ual, whether they be physical, emotional or dation of fitness,” she said. “Weight gain, “The motto of the program is, ‘Spend times, (seniors) are unaware of what they spiritual. inflammatory conditions, autoimmune - ill your golden years with your golden peers,’” can accomplish and they are surprised at The Yoga Gold portion is based on the ness and pain can cause a deterioration of she said. “All of the classes in the program what they can do,” she said. “Whatever same principle as Fit for Life, but the goal posture. When posture is out of alignment, are subject to team building and social ac- your fitness level is, ambulatory or not, this of this class is to nurture the health and well- the rest of the body falls out of balance. tivities and the classes can become deeply class is for you.” ness of joints and connective tissue, said the “A chronic knee pain is just enough to personal. It’s an experience that is more than Kraczkowski said that the class is ca- fitness specialist. throw off the back, neck, hips, ankles and just showing up to a fitness class – it is a net- tered to the unique needs of each individ- “Flexibility is addressed with Yoga Gold feet, so poor posture becomes a habit and work of people who are in this together.” TAKE Gift of a kidney bolsters COMMAND bond between classmates People can enroll now for Military Health Systems Communication Office Staff Report

2018 TRICARE coverage SILVER SPRING, Md. – Air Force Col. Dave Ashley’s sched- By Jenny Stripling ule since May included climbing a Lyster Public Affairs Officer mountain, completing a 40-mile trail On Jan. 1, there are a number of changes coming to run, competing in a multiday athletic event that included bicycling and people’s TRICARE benefit. This includes a change to the current TRICARE kayaking, and achieving a perfect regions. The current three regions – North, South and score on his military physical fitness West – will become two regions – East and West. test – his seventh in a row. There will be new regional contractors for the new Ashley accomplished all of these East and West regions. Humana Military will man- feats after donating a kidney. And age the East Region and Health Net Federal Services, what began as an impulse to help LLC, will manage the West Region. In preparation for a desperately ill former classmate this change, enrollments in TRICARE health plans has turned into a campaign to make sure other service members know will be delayed while beneficiary files are transferred to the incoming regional contractors. the Military Health System supports The delay period, or an enrollment freeze, will be- those who want to become living or- gin Dec. 1 and last about three weeks, or until the data gan donors. transfer is complete. “I worried I might get pushback “You’ll still have access to care during the enroll- because I’m an active-duty, senior officer,” Ashley said. “But I received ment freeze. However, if you wish to make changes COURTESY PHOTO to your TRICARE coverage, I encourage you to do outstanding help from my flight doc and the entire medical chain of West Point classmates Chris Connelly and Air Force Col. Dave Ashley pose for a photo the so as soon as possible,” said Capt. Alyssa Schle- command as I went through the pro- day after Ashley donated a kidney to Connelly. SEE TRICARE, PAGE D3 cess.” “I couldn’t figure out why because I went into a seizure and was taken by According to the National Kidney ate healthy and exercised regularly. ambulance to the hospital. Foundation, more than 100,000 peo- I’d had a physical six months earlier, “That’s when I found out I had This is Your Benefit! ple in the United States are on the and everything was fine.” complete and total kidney failure,” waiting list for a kidney donation. During a weekend at West Point Connelly said. Are You Ready? For many, time runs out. On average, with his wife and young son, a walk Discharged a week later, he be- 13 people die each day while waiting on a campus trail left him struggling gan dialysis, the process of remov- Take command of your health care and pre- for a kidney transplant, according to for breath and nauseated. After re- ing toxins and excess water from the pare for the upcoming changes to TRICARE: U.S. Department of Health and Hu- turning home, he went to his phy- blood by machine. It was a grueling • Update your personal information in man Services data. sician’s office. Blood tests showed schedule: five hours a day, three days DEERS; Chris Connelly was close to be- high creatine levels. Creatine is a a week. Make sure you have a current DS Logon; • coming part of that statistic. The U.S. chemical waste byproduct of nor- Connelly was a candidate for a Sign up for eCorrespondence in milCon- • Military Academy graduate and five- mal muscle function, and usually is kidney transplant, but his parents nect; and year veteran of the 101st Airborne filtered by the kidneys and -elimi and two sisters weren’t medically • Sign up for TRICARE benefit updates. Division was in seemingly excellent nated through urine. High levels in eligible to donate. The wait for a For more information, visit www.tricare.mil/ health until the fall of 2015. the blood indicate kidney damage or deceased donor kidney was seven changes, and follow TRICARE on Facebook “I’d been gradually gaining weight disease. years. and Twitter. and my legs were swollen,” said Connelly’s doctor recommend- By March, Connelly was back in Connelly, who works in the finan- ed he make an appointment with a cial services industry in New York. kidney specialist. But that night, he SEE GIFT, PAGE D3 D2 ★฀฀NOVEMBER 16, 2017 ฀❘฀฀ARMYFLIER.COM Down Time

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Continued from Page D1 Agency at Defense Health Headquarters. few who branch Air Force.” “I did the first test, and then a second one, and then an- The transplant surgery took place in January. “I felt the hospital for two weeks with a life-threatening blood other one,” Ashley said. “It got to the point where I finally pretty rough afterward,” Ashley said. “It took about six infection. After recovering, “I decided I needed to prepare asked how many people were still involved in the testing weeks before I was able to go into work and stay most of my family for a future without me.” process and they said, just me. That’s when I thought, oh, the day and focus.” He moved with his wife and son to his hometown of boy, I’d better talk with my wife.” After several months, Ashley began easing back into Plymouth, Mass., continuing dialysis while teleworking He also needed official permission from the military. his fitness routine as well. for his New York firm when he felt well enough. Mean- Service members who want to become living organ do- “Sure, there’s a short-term impact to you physically,” time, two West Point friends suggested posting a notice nors must submit a package of documents for approval said Ashley, senior materiel leader for the Air Force’s Ad- about living organ donation on the Class of 1997’s closed after they’ve been matched with a recipient. Army and vanced Extremely High Frequency satellite program of- group Facebook page. Navy service members’ requests go to the Army Surgeon fice at Los Angeles Air Force Base. “But I feel completely “I said absolutely not,” Connelly said. “Our class had General’s Office. Ashley’s request package was coordi- recovered now. I’m doing all the things I was doing be- already been through so much. Too many had died in nated through the Air Force Medical Operations Agency fore the surgery.” battle in Iraq or Afghanistan or come home with missing for review and approval. Oh notes that when someone donates a kidney, the limbs, or had suffered other significant hardships. I didn’t The request package must include a letter from the po- overall kidney function doesn’t drop by half. Instead, the want to be out there asking for something like this.” tential donor’s commander granting permission, and a let- remaining organ compensates for the loss. “Your body His friends did it anyway. ter from the donor’s primary care physician asserting the adapts,” he said. “I knew who Chris was, but we hadn’t kept in touch potential donor is in excellent health and has been advised As for Connelly, “I’m doing great, and I feel outstand- after graduation,” said Ashley, then a staff officer in the of any risks. Those risks include complications after the ing,” he said. He’s resumed swimming, running, and Office of the Secretary of Defense, who learned about surgery that might limit or even end military service. working, and has returned to New York with his wife and Connelly’s condition from the Facebook post. “Still, “I thought he’d be a really good candidate because he son. the brotherly bond coming from a service academy is was in excellent health,” Oh said. “And I wrote that I was “Being a living donor genuinely saves lives,” Connelly strong.” honored to do this for him.” said. “Dave effectively saved my life – and also made a “I thought the odds of me being a match were probably Connelly didn’t know he was getting a transplant until really positive difference for my wife and my child.” pretty slim,” Ashley said. “But getting tested seemed like early December 2016, when the transplant coordinator “In the Air Force we talk about our core values: Integ- the right thing to do.” called to say not only had a match been found, but the do- rity first, service before self, and excellence in all we do,” Transplant coordinators at Brigham and Women’s Hos- nor was a former classmate. Did Connelly want to know Oh said. “I think someone who donates a kidney is per- pital in Boston sent Ashley a testing kit. Ashley asked Col. who the donor was? Of course he did. sonifying those core values.” John Oh, his physician at the Pentagon Flight Medicine “I immediately recognized the name ‘Dave Ashley,’ “I would encourage folks that if becoming a living do- Clinic, to help him complete and return it. Oh is also chief and I could even put a face to it,” Connelly said. “West nor is something you want to do, don’t think of military of preventive medicine for the Air Force Medical Support Point cadets remember their classmates – especially those service as a reason why you couldn’t do it.” Fort RUcker Sports Briefs

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