Memorial to Honor the Fallen

AWAII RMY EEKLY Vol. 34 No.H 19 ServingA the U.S. Army community in HawaiiW May 13, 2005

Latest on BRAC Information concerning Memorial to honor the fallen the 2005 Base Realignment and Closure commission is Soldiers proudly wearing its colors Soldier, depicted in the uniform of was recognized for his outstanding sup- 1st Lt. Lindsey Dane currently available for inter- today. today’s GWOT veteran, standing and port in safeguarding coalition forces ested personnel and com- Contributing Writer Significant input was received and paying homage and final honors to a and for the destruction of enemy per- munities at the Under The recent digging in front of the incorporated from many veterans and fallen comrade at the sight of a sonnel during a conflict on Aug. 12, Secretary of Defense for division side of Fernandez Hall on members of the Tropic Lightning Soldier’s cross. 2004. Personnel and Readiness Schofield Barracks is so much more Association (TLA) for the memorial. Rivera was awarded the Purple Web site at www.defense than the average landscaping project. The first part of the memorial is set Heart as a result of his injuries as a link.mil/BRAC. The Tropic Lightning Association is to be unveiled June 10, just in time to The model for the single Soldier machine gunner, which resulted from working hard on a project to honor the be shared with the Division’s Soldiers The model chosen for the statue was an improvised explosive device detona- Division’s fallen comrades from World recently returning from Operation authentic: combat veteran Sgt. James tion that caused a severe leg wound War II to present. Iraqi Freedom and Operation Rivera of Company A, 2nd Battalion, and shrapnel wounds to his face. What’s Commemorating the warrior spirit Enduring Freedom — and just before 35th Infantry Regiment, part of the Rivera, 25, has been a member of the throughout the rich history of the 25th the large transformation of the division Division’s 3rd Brigade. 25th ID (L) since July 2002. He was one Inside Infantry Division (Light), the Tropic and high number of permanent change Rivera served with the Division as a of many who answered the call to duty Lightning Association’s new memorial of station moves typically associated member of Combined Joint Task Force following the 9-11 terrorist attacks. He with the summer months. Commentary ...... A-2 will honor the Division’s heroes of the 76 in OEF. He was awarded the Bronze See “Memorial,” page A-15 past while uniting them with the The memorial will begin as a single News Briefs ...... A-5 Star Medal for valor. As well, Rivera Health ...... A-12 Army News ...... A-15 ‘Click it or MWR ...... B-2 OIF-2 recognition ceremony Sports ...... B-8 Ticket’ to resume

By Staff Sgt. Eric J. Rolshouse Traffic Section NCOIC FORT SHAFTER — The Provost Marshals Office here is conducting a safety campaign on the use of seat belts at Aliamanu Military Reservation, at the Tripler Army Medical Center, and here, from Thursday to May 21. PMO said it wants to Sea Life Park show the community that B-1 installation leadership is concerned for their safety. This campaign, named Military Band SAFE, or Seatbelts Are For Everyone, will be run on the Concert concept of positive reinforce- AT&T will sponsor the ment, and not punishment, annual Combined Military said military officials. Band Concert at the Hawaii Drivers and their passengers Theatre from 7 to 8:30 p.m. who are compliant with the on Saturday. law will be rewarded with Top musicians from the small gifts, consisting of U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force, donations from local estab- Marine Corps, Coast Guard lishments, until MPs run out and Hawaii Army National of gift packages. Guard will combine their tal- The gift packet will con- ents to provide an evening of sist of several small gifts, music ranging from patriotic coupons and a printed note themes to Broadway tunes. card. The note card explains This concert is open to PMO’s safety goals. the public. Free tickets are Two-person military available on a first-come, police patrols will establish first-served basis at the checkpoints at certain stop- Hawaii Theatre and the lights or stop signs, to Chamber of Commerce of enforce seat belt and child Hawaii. restraint seats only. Each established checkpoint will run for approximately 30 minutes. As well, all military Sunset police patrols conducting their regular patrol activi- in the Park ties will enforce seat belt Join Morale, Welfare and usage. Those who are not Recreation, the Wahiawa compliant will receive a Lions Club, and the Wahiawa warning notice — and no community in welcoming Sgt. Sean Kimmons gift. home Hawaii’s Soldiers from Soldiers of 1st Battalion, 27th Infantry Regiment “Wolfhounds” listen to the remarks of Maj. Gen. Eric T. The state-sponsored “Click it or Ticket” campaign noon until 10 p.m. at Wheeler Olson, 25th Inf. Division (Light) and U.S. Army, Hawaii, commander, as he speaks during the Operation Army Air Field, May 21 and traditionally runs from May 22. Iraqi Freedom II recognition ceremony May 3 on Sills Field, Schofield Barracks. For more coverage on 23 to June 5. During this This WAAF Sunset in the the ceremony, turn to page A-3. campaign, drivers receive a Park event will provide great traffic citation for noncompliance with the law. local entertainment, games, Military law enforcement rides, static displays, plentiful officers want to get drivers in vendor and food booths, plus the mindset of seat belt use the feature attractions — two Construction begins with Porter Place demolition before their noncompliance big 30-foot screen movies at starts costing them money. more than 50-year old home dusk over the two-days. Story and Photo by Although the post cam- to make way for the start of Bring the whole family out for Joy Boiselle paign mirrors the state’s a fun-filled day. a new community. Staff Writer campaign — in that the This event is open to the Addressing the military, installation is “cracking public. Check out the MWR Maj. Gen. Eric T. Olson, AHFH and community lead- down” on seat belt non-use Web site as the event nears commander, 25th Infantry ers present, Olson comment- — it is different. The post is for more details at Division (Light) and U.S. ed on the Army Hawaii not issuing tickets for seat www.mwrarmyhawaii.com. Army, Hawaii, donned a Family Housing initiative as belt violations during the hard hat, took the controls of an incentive to keep junior initial campaign; it’s show- a multi-ton excavator and leaders in the Army. ing the community that mili- then demolished an aging “What are we going to tary police are truly avail- AUSA Golf Porter Place home Tuesday offer Soldiers and their fam- able to assist, protect and on Schofield Barracks. ilies as an incentive to stay The Association of the defend. The Army Hawaii Family Army?” he asked, adding, (Editor’s Note: For more United States Army will host Housing ceremony signaled “Here is a visible example of information, contact Staff Sgt. its AUSA Welcome Home the official start of AHFH what we are going to do for Rolshouse at 836-0152. For Golf Tournament at Leilehua construction, a 50-year proj- them – 1.6 billion dollars more details on the state cam- Golf Course, June 3 at 12 ect, aimed at improving the worth of good faith for our Maj. Gen Eric T. Olson, commander, 25th ID (L) and paign, visit the Department of p.m. quality of life of Soldiers and Soldiers and their families.” Transportation’s Web site at For more details, contact families. Cheered on by the “That’s a powerful incen- USARHAW, responds to cheering onlookers after he http://www.state.hi.us/dot/ Sgt. Maj. Baumgarten at crowd, Olson took less than tive to stay Army,” he con- demolishes a home at Porter Place, Tuesday at publicaffairs/ciot/.) 655-4700. five minutes to demolish the cluded. Schofield Barracks. We want to hear from you The Hawaii Army Weekly wel- HAWAII ARMY WEEKLY comes letters and commentaries from readers. To submit call the editor at 655-4816 or e-mail edi- [email protected]. The deadline for articles is the Thursday before the week of publication. Send all articles in PINION OMMENTARY Microsoft Word or text format. O & C Friday A-2 May 13, 2005

Lightning Spirit Forget all your BRAC aims to ‘get it right’ the base realignment and clo- tions. are being looked at to deter- By Jim Garamone sure process will allow the “A primary objective of mine how each property fits troubles, hang on American Forces Press Service Defense Department to BRAC 2005 is to examine and into the new force structure WASHINGTON — The match force structure with implement opportunities for plan. U.S. military fighting the war necessary capabilities. greater jointness,” officials This force structure plan, on terrorism is far different The BRAC process is a said. together with statutory selec- to your dreams from the military forces chance for the department “to The process is meant to tion criteria, will be the basis developed to confront the get it right, right now,” said a allow the secretary and for all decisions. Developed By Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Donald W. Eubank Soviet Union. senior defense official. BRAC commissioners to look by the Joint Staff, the plan is Fort Shafter Community Chaplain Today’s military is smaller Changes in the global mili- across traditional lines to based on the new national than the Cold War force. It is tary posture and the need to examine the potential for security and defense strate- This last week most of us celebrated Mother’s Day in one fash- already more agile and more reduce overhead have com- jointness. In fact, in the gies. It looks out 20 years and ion or another. Now, we’re thinking about next month’s Father’s flexible. bined to offer the military the department, the entire deci- tries to forecast threats; prob- Day on June 18. And experiences in Iraq perfect opportunity to ration- sion-making process is joint able end-strength levels and Today, I’d like to share a good word for all current and future and Afghanistan show that alize the military infrastruc- at every level, said officials. anticipated funding levels. husbands and wives, mothers and fathers. The word from the joint operations enable the ture to the force structure There are more than The selection criteria were ancient Hebrew Scriptures is this: “Forget all your troubles, and military to focus more power, needed for the future. 520,000 DoD-owned facilities published in the Federal hang on to your dreams.” more quickly exactly where it The process will also allow worldwide. Some are small Register in December 2003 These words come from one of the most incredible fathers I’ve is needed. the military to improve its plots of land with radio or and later modified by ever read about. His name is Joseph, and his life story fills almost The impetus to change will efficiency and place emphasis radar towers. Others are a third of the first book of the Bible, Genesis, chapters 37-50. increase in coming years, and on joint training and opera- huge ranges and bases. All See “BRAC,” page A-10 Joseph is unique because he is a man of integrity among a family of murderers, adulterers, liars and thieves. Joseph’s troubles began early in life, when his brothers became very jealous and hateful of his special relationship with their father. In a cruel and deceptive act, Joseph’s 10 older brothers sold him into slavery when he was just 17 years old. The bottle and throttle don’t mix Joseph was purchased by Potiphar, a high-ranking officer in the Egyptian Pharoah’s Army, and Potiphar quickly saw that Joseph was a hard-working and trustworthy servant. He made like a rum and coke drink Joseph the administrator of his entire household. But Potiphar was not the only one who thought highly of Joseph. Mrs. Potiphar …“Wish I didn’t know now what I through the Galaxy, splitting it in had her eyes on this young and handsome Hebrew slave as well. By Jim Wiehe One day, when Potiphar was deployed, Mrs. Potiphar tried to didn’t know then…” half right behind the driver’s seat Army News Service seduce Joseph. When he refused to betray his master and sleep We took off and headed back to the where I’d been sitting just seconds with her, Mrs. Potiphar’s lust for Joseph turned to anger. She FORT BENNING, Ga. — We hear watering hole doing about 80 mph on earlier. accused him of trying to rape her, so Potiphar had Joseph thrown “It happened to me” stories all the a two-lane city street. The driver was- If you can believe it, no one was into prison. time. n’t slowing down for anything. killed. Both of the driver’s legs were Through a series of remarkable events, Joseph moved from the Reflecting on the past and the The front and back seats were full crushed and a couple of us had bro- prison to the palace, and found himself working as the executive things we did (if we’ve been fortunate with two of us sitting on someone ken shoulders, but somehow I came officer for Pharoah, who soon gave his daughter to Joseph in mar- enough to survive and grow old) is an else’s lap. Not one of us was wearing through unscathed! riage. amazing tool. Too bad younger a seat belt. We must all have had our guardian Joseph became the father of twin boys. Joseph’s character Soldiers can’t grasp this concept yet. “…Against the wind, we were run- angels with us that night because the shines through in the naming of his twin sons. He named them Sometime during my late 20s, I nin’ against the wind, we were young pole was in front of the hospital. The “Manesseh” and “Ephraim.” These two names are Hebrew words read that each of us will experience a and strong and we were runnin’, emergency room staff knew some- that mean “forget” and “fruitful.” major automobile crash during our against the wind…” thing had happened because they Yes, Joseph actually named his first two sons “Forget” and lives. This was mine. We were getting deeper and deeper heard (and felt) the impact. “Fruitful.” In Genesis 41, Joseph explains why: “I’m naming my It was April 1972, and I was fresh into trouble as the Galaxy swerved I was 20 years old when this hap- first son Manesseh, “Forget,” because God has enabled me to for- out of the Army and enjoying civilian from side to side and bounced off pened — and I almost didn’t get any get all the pain and sorrow of my life. life again. Some old friends enticed parked cars on both sides of the older. Nearly 33 years have passed “And I’m naming my second son Ephraim, “Fruitful,” because me to go bar-hopping with them, and street. since that night. I’ve seen a lot more God has enabled me to be fruitful even when so many people have we joined some of their old school Ahead was a traffic light at a five- of life and understand what I almost been against me, and even though I’ve suffered so much.” buddies. corner intersection. Suddenly, timing lost. Joseph was living out a principle of faith that we as sons and It was like the words from Bob the green light became critical. “…But those drifter’s days are past daughters, husbands and wives, fathers and mothers can learn Seger’s “Against the Wind” … “I was We made the turn, hit another me now; I’ve got so much more to much from. Joseph knew that he could easily allow his attitude living to run and running to live, parked car and then headed for the think about, deadlines and commit- and life to be overcome with anger and hatred by all the terrible never worried about paying or even tallest, fattest wooden utility pole I ments, what to leave in and what to and unfair things that had happened to him. how much I owed, moving eight miles had ever seen. leave out…” Instead, Joseph chose to have an attitude of forgiveness, and a minute for months at a time, break- I didn’t have much time to think Because I was young and drunk, I decided to put the bad things behind him: “God has enabled me to ing all of the rules that would about what was about to happen. almost left it “all” out. Fortunately, I forget all the pain and sorrow of my life.” bend…” “…I began to find myself search- lived and learned a crucial lesson. Further, Joseph put his efforts into doing whatever good he We got tanked-up and decided to ing, searching for shelter again and There are many things you can could wherever he was, and therefore experienced God’s bless- do more than just bend the rules that again…” safely mix with alcohol, but asphalt ings: “God has enabled me to be fruitful even when so many peo- night. All nine of us — too drunk to I was sitting directly behind the isn’t one of them. ple have been against me.” see or think straight — crammed into driver on another passenger’s lap. As The bottle and the throttle don’t go It’s like the advice my daughter recently shared with me. a car. I grabbed the driver’s seat back, I had together in my life anymore. I’m older “Dad,” she said, “when life is really hard, build and bridge and get And it wasn’t just a “car,” it was a enough time to look for my fourth and wiser now and I’ve stopped “run- over it.” 1969 Ford Galaxy. It was made of point of contact; I figured I’d plant a ning against the wind.” Good advice. steel and weighed a ton, was faster kiss on it just before we hit the pole. (Editor’s Note: Jim Wiehe is a tacti- My prayer for each of us today is that we will be like Joseph, so than a speeding bullet, and could leap When I came to, I found I’d been cal safety specialist with the Ranger that we will forget all our troubles, hang on to our dreams, and tall buildings in a single bound. Or at thrown over a 4-foot-high chain-link Training Brigade at Fort Benning, find ourselves fruitful wherever God has planted us. least we thought so. fence. The pole had torn all the way Ga.)

Voices of Lightning: “What do you do to maintain a healthy lifestyle?”

“I work out on my own and watch “I exercise, eat right and try to main- “I’m a long-distance runner. I just “Besides participating in unit PT, I “I work out, watch what I eat, and what I eat. I also try to eat small por- tain a stress-free life.” completed the Honolulu marathon. I wear sunscreen and take a multi- wear plenty of sunscreen.” tions throughout the day.” eat plenty of fruits and vegetables.” vitamin.”

Sgt. Sherina Ross Staff Sgt. Rob Landers Lt. Col. Bradley Houghton CWO Norm Armstrong 2nd Lt. Chad Fitzgerald HHC, DISCOM 1st Bn., 21st Inf. Rgt. USARPAC Co. A, 1st Bn., 25th Avn. Rgt. 2nd Bn., 11th FA Supply Forward Observer TRADOC Liaison Officer Assistant Supply Officer

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Sgt. Sean Kimmons Editor Following a year of humanitarian and combat operations in the face of several insurgent attacks, roughly 5,000 Soldiers from the 25th Infantry Division (Light) and U.S. Army,Hawaii, stood in formation to receive recognition in an Operation Iraqi Freedom appreciation ceremony May 3 on Sills Field, Schofield Barracks. The ceremony paid tribute to the hard work and sacrifices endured by Soldiers who were in harm’s way. Thirteen Soldiers gave the ultimate sacrifice while hundreds more sustained injuries as part of Operation Iraqi Freedom II. “Soldiers who gave their lives to a cause that is just, a cause that is noble, live in our memory forever,” Maj. Gen. Eric T. Olson, commander of 25th ID (L) and USARHAW, said explaining they were the primary reason to have this ceremony – to honor the ones who did not return home. Wearing their tan and brown desert combat uniforms, Soldiers dominated the green grassy parade field as they listened to their commanding general name comrades killed in Iraq. “Pfc. John D. Amos, CW3 William I. Brennan, Pfc. Stephen A. Castellano … ,” Olson went on as he choked back his tears. Olson continued by saying, the second purpose of this ceremony is to “honor the extraordinary achievements of you Soldiers and the units who served so nobility and ably in Operation Iraqi Freedom over the past year.” He added that these Soldiers fulfilled the challenge of defending not only this nation’s freedom but those of the Iraqi people as well, and helped set the conditions for successful Iraqi elections on Jan. 30. “Perhaps, the centerpiece of this effort were the elections in Iraq that took place in January. Many of these Soldiers were called upon to serve longer than they expected, [and] did so without complaint,” Olson said. Hawaii Gov. Linda Lingle also expressed appreciation to the redeployed Soldiers who served all over Iraq in cities such as Sgt. Sean Kimmons Baghdad, Mosul and Kirkuk. “The men and women in uniform we honor today have completed more than one year of extremely hard duty,” Lingle said. “You put your lives on the line every single day.You remained res- olute under the constant threat of attack by rockets and mortars, snipers and suicide bombers. “The job your country asked you to perform may have been the most daunting task you have faced or will ever face, but you per- severed,” she said. Lingle mentioned that numerous efforts made by these Soldiers to rebuilding Iraq regrettably went unnoticed. “Many of your contributions did not receive the attention they deserved here at home,” Lingle explained, “Violence makes head- lines but compassion rebuilds communities and lays a foundation of a lasting democracy and, to me, that is the biggest story of Operation Iraqi Freedom.” Thousands of Iraqi children were assisted in a humanitarian mission dubbed Operation Crayon, where Soldiers and Iraqi police officers delivered school supplies donated by Americans. These Soldiers also collected the ballots for Iraq’s first demo- cratic elections and helped displaced Kurds rebuild communities Spc. Juan Jimenez that Saddam Hussein’s Army once destroyed back in the 1980s. Spc. William Conner, a carpenter with Company A, 84th Combat Engineer Battalion (Heavy), conducted engineer- 25th ID (L) & USARHAW OIF-2 Highlights type missions and convoy operations while deployed to the Balad 2nd Brigade Combat Team than 5,200 patients and mainte- and Mosul areas. ¥Responsible for the capture of nance personnel completed more “It was a rough experience,” Conner said about the year deploy- eight high value targets, and more than 3,100 job orders. ment. than 100 persons of interest. Conner and fellow 84th Eng. Bn. Soldiers are scheduled to ¥Conducted more than 13,200 1-25 Aviation Regiment return to Iraq next December. Coalition and joint combat patrols. ¥Flew the most combat hours “I think next time we will go, it will go a lot smoother. We’ll (25,100) by any Army unit since know what to expect,” Conner said, while being optimistic about Task Force 1-27 Infantry the Vietnam War, while performing ¥Deployed to the Sunni Arab over 6,200 reconnaissance, securi- the situation. Sgt. Sean Kimmons Above — The U.S. flag waves over a huge formation of region of Northern Iraq, where ty and close combat attack mis- The Soldiers of 1st Battalion, 25th Aviation Regiment, logged they conducted many combat sions. the most combat flight hours by any Army unit since the Vietnam 25th ID (L) and USARHAW Soldiers during the OIF-2 operations, including a major suc- War while over in Iraq. To make this happen, countless hours of ceremony May 3 on Schofield Barracks. cessful operation that killed and 45th Corps Support Group maintenance were required. captured more than 100 enemy (Forward) “We flew more hours than any other unit since Vietnam, so Above right — About 5,000 troops assembled on Sills combatants in the city of Hawija. ¥Had one battalion and three separate companies deployed to three there was a lot of scheduled and unscheduled maintenance. It was Field for the OIF-2 recognition ceremony. a lot of work to keep those birds up in the air,” said Sgt. 1st Class Task Force 1-21 Infantry different locations for OIF-2. David Lane, a maintenance platoon sergeant with Co. B, 1st Bn., ¥Responsible for the security and stability of the city of Kirkuk, Iraq’s 84th Combat Engineer Battalion 25th Avn. Rgt. Top — Guidons from redeployed units were uncased, like 2nd Bde. (pictured), during the ceremony. fourth largest city, with a diverse ¥Directly improved the quality of life Lane said the deployment was a positive experience for the population of more than 850,000 for 15,000 Soldiers by conducting Soldiers who came into it fresh out of Advanced Individual Arab, Kurdish, Turkomen and operations to build a 10-mile Training. 25th ID (L) & USARHAW Assyrian citizens. perimeter road and housing units. “They went to war as new Soldiers and came back as seasoned Soldiers Killed in Action maintainers,” Lane said about his OH-58D Kiowa Warrior heli- Operation Iraqi Freedom II Task Force 1-14 Infantry 40th Quartermaster Company copter maintainers. ¥Was used as a reserve force for ¥Operated a captured weapons The unsung heroes of this long deployment were the family Pfc. Ernest Sutphin Cpl. Joseph C. Thibodeaux III the 1st Infantry Division, and con- holding site and a central issue members, Olson said. Whether it was paying bills, caring for the 2nd Bn., 11th FA Rgt. 1st Bn., 27th Inf. Rgt. ducted combat operations in the facility for outfitting Iraqi Security Mosul area, Samarra, Kirkuk and Forces. children while the spouse was deployed or sending care packages, Pfc. John D. Amos CWO-3 William I. Brennan Najaf. family members made the deployment a less stressful experience Co. C, 1st Bn., 21st Inf. Rgt. 1st Bn, 25th Aviation 540th Quartermaster Company for Soldiers on the battlefield. Task Force 2-11 Field Artillery ¥Drove more than 150,000 miles “I want to say thanks to the family members in the stands Spc. Ramon C. Ojeda Capt. Christopher B. Johnson ¥Conducted infantry maneuvers providing convoy security, and today and the family members at home who stayed true and did 84th Eng. Bn. 1st Bn, 25th Aviation along with artillery operations that operated shower sites, laundry so many things and sacrificed so much while we were away doing fired more than 4,000 rounds in sites and a renovation shop. our duty,” Olson said. Staff Sgt. Oscar D. Vargas- Spc. Daniel James McConnell direct support for ground opera- About 5,200 Soldiers from the 25th ID (L) and USARHAW Medina Co. C, 1st Bn, 27th Inf. Rgt. tions as well as counter fire mis- 25th Transportation Company deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom II. 84th Eng. Bn. sions. ¥Drove more than 990,000 miles Pfc. Jose Ricardo Flores-Mejia providing convoy security for logis- The 2nd Brigade Combat Team who maintained a huge area Staff Sgt. Todd E. Nunes 25th Trans, 524 CSB, 45th CSG 225th Forward Support Battalion tical supplies. of operations from the tip of the Sunni Triangle to the Iran border 1st Bn., 21st Inf. Rgt. ¥Successfully conducted more in Northern Iraq received the Meritorious Unit Citation. Spc. David P. Mahlenbrock than 200 combat logistics patrols, 8th Surgical Medical Team The 1st Bn., 25th Avn. Rgt. has been submitted for the same Spc. Joseph F. Herndon II Co. B, 65th Eng. Bn. drove more than 120,000 miles ¥Treated surgical cases and took award, while Task Force 1-27 Infantry was awarded the Valorous 1st Bn., 27th Inf. Rgt. and provided in excess 675,000 care of numerous injured; saved Unit Award and TF 1-14 Inf. has been recommended for the Pfc. Stephen A. Castellano gallons of fuel. 22 lives through the care they pro- Presidential Unit Citation. 1st Bn., 14th Inf. Regt. ¥225 FSB medics treated more vided in a mass casualty incident. A-4 Hawaii Army Weekly POST NEWS May 13, 2005 ‘Darkest days’ observed in holocaust ceremony

By Spc. Dijon Rolle 17th Public Affairs Detachment Complete destruction by fire is the Greek definition for the word holocaust, but for others who may not be familiar with the origin of the word, the mere mention of it strikes up universal Courtesy Photo images of death and destruction some 60 (From left to right) Vivian Aiona, Jackie Eubank, years after the Nazi’s campaign of terror Sharon Tillman, Lt. Gov. “Duke” Aiona, Chaplain against the Jews. “I speak to you today as an eyewit- (Lt. Col.) Don Eubank, and Col. Johnie Tillman ness to some of the darkest days of his- gather for a photo opportunity after the AMR tory,” said Jack Adler, a Holocaust sur- Chapel prayer service. vivor and the guest speaker for the 25th Infantry Division (Light) and U.S. Army, Hawaii-sponsored Days of Lieutenant governor Remembrance Observance at Schofield Barracks. Adler described his experiences living and working in Nazi concentration leads AMR service camps and the everyday struggle just to stay alive. He was the only member of Fort Shafter area brings military, family and his immediate family to survive the civilians together to pray for the nation Holocaust. Spc. Dijon Rolle He shares his experiences in order to Equal Opportunity advisors Sgt. 1st Class James Young (left) and Sgt. 1st ALIAMANU MILITARY ketplace ministers through end hate in the world and ensure the RESERVATION — the power of prayer. horrors of the Holocaust are never for- Class Damian Miller (right) chat with guest speaker and Holocaust sur- Lieutenant Governor “In this way,” the lieu- gotten. vivor Jack Adler, during the Days of Remembrance Observance and James “Duke” Aiona joined tenant governor continued, “Hate is an equal opportunity dis- luncheon on Schofield Barracks, May 6. the large group of Army, “our churches provide a ease,” said Adler. Navy,Air Force and Marine spiritual home base of “It can be like a cancer that you must everyone needs to see this.” Corps service members, as leadership and discipleship find and get rid of in its infancy, or else “I’m here because I think it’s some- well as retirees and civil- training center for their it will grow and ravage everything in its thing we should all be aware of … no ians, who were offering people.” path,” he added. matter what your race or religion is,” prayers of praise, repen- Aiona invited everyone Equal opportunity advisors through- said Sgt. Ronald Robinson, a welder tance and healing for the to plan on attending the out USARHAW put together the annual from Company B, 725th Main Support United States, during the Transformation Hawaii Days of Remembrance Observance to Battalion. “It’s also something that we National Day of Prayer Training Conference, May pay tribute to the numerous victims and need to remember, especially the young service here, May 5. 20-21 at the Blaisdell survivors of the Holocaust. This year’s people. That’s why I came here today. The Duke’s wife, Vivian Arena. (Registration infor- theme, “From Liberation to the Pursuit And as an NCO, I also wanted to make Aiona, also celebrated the mation is available on the of Justice,” took on an even more signifi- sure my Soldiers also came.” annual event, and she Web at www.transforma- cant meaning as Soldiers filled the seats Equal opportunity advisors use these spoke to the masses first, tionhawaii.org.) of Sergeant Smith Theater. Many had types of programs as a forum for educa- by kindly greeting and National Day of Prayer just returned from yearlong deploy- tion and understanding. challenging all those gath- has been a vital part of our ments to Iraq and Afghanistan, where “We wanted to do this so everyone ered “to pray for God’s American heritage since persecution still exists. could be enlightened on this tragedy,” leading, and to be patient, the first call to prayer in The program also included an invoca- said Sgt. 1st Class Lonnie White, equal knowing that life is some- 1775. The Continental tion from Chaplain (Capt.) Shmuel opportunity advisor for 25th ID (L) times difficult. Congress asked the Felzenberg and a short clip from director Aviation Brigade. “…Though our journeys colonies to pray for wisdom Steven Spielberg’s Holocaust documen- “It’s extremely important we also will not always be easy,” in forming a nation. tary “Broken Silence.” Graphic images of understand that this is still happening she said, “God has prom- Then in 1988, President the concentration camps and countless today throughout the world in places like ised never to leave or for- Ronald Reagan signed victims filled the projection screen and Somalia and the Sudan,” White added. sake us.” Congressional Public Law transported the audience back in time. Adler was freed in 1945 and moved to The lieutenant governor 100-307, which permanent- A group of Soldiers read out loud the the United States the following year followed her remarks with ly settled the National Day individual names and biographies of where he also served a short enlistment a warm and friendly of Prayer on the first men, women and children imprisoned in the Army. demeanor that made all Thursday of every May. and tortured in Nazi concentration Adler now resides in Denver, Colo., those in attendance feel This year, on May 3, camps. As their black and white photos with his wife and travels throughout the like the Duke was one of President George W. Bush flashed across the screen, the audience country speaking to students and vari- their closest friends. issued a Presidential learned of their fate. ous church and civic groups. This occa- He discussed his efforts Proclamation “asking the Pfc. Erin Peters, a U.S. Army sion is his first time speaking to Hawaii- with “Transformation citizens of our Nation to Garrison, Hawaii, chaplain’s assistant, based Soldiers. Spc. Chris Stump Hawaii,” which he give thanks, each accord- was one of the Soldiers responsible for “We have to learn to respect each Sgt. Connie Burt, a Company C, described as “a movement ing to his or her own faith, bringing their stories to life. other as human beings,” said Adler. “You 225th Forward Support Battalion, of church and community for the liberty and bless- “I think that people need to under- don’t have to like or love everyone, but health care sergeant, views a holo- leaders united to bring ings we have received and stand what happened so that it doesn’t you should respect them. This is the glue more of God’s blessings and for God’s continued guid- happen again,” she said. “No matter how that will keep us together.” caust-themed display inside Aloha to Hawaii’s market- ance and protection.” uncomfortable or depressing it may be, Sergeant Smith Theater. place, by mobilizing mar- May 13, 2005 POST NEWS Hawaii Army Weekly A-5 Twilight Tattoo entertains at Waikiki

Photos by Sgt. Sean Kimmons Hundreds of onlookers were present for the 9th annual Twilight Tattoo at the Kuroda Parade Grounds on Fort DeRussy last Saturday. The 25th Infantry Division (Light) band were among the per- formers, along with the Marine Forces Band, Pacific Fleet Band, Air Force Band of the Pacific, Celtic Pipes and Drums of Hawaii, Moanalua High School Drill Teams and the 2nd Canadian Mechanized Brigade Group Pipes and Drums.

Sixteen Soldiers inducted into Sgt. Audie Murphy Club

Story by Spcs. Cheryl Ransford and Dijon Rolle 17th Public Affairs Detachment The Sergeant Audie Murphy Club honors noncommissioned officers throughout the Army who strive to attain the qualities of the club’s namesake — a complete and tire- less dedication to the values of the U.S. Army. Since its inception in 1986, the club con- tinuously adds distinguished leaders to its ranks, while still honoring Murphy, the most-decorated Soldier in the history of the U.S. Army. The induction ceremony at Schofield Barracks’ Nehelani Club, Monday, was no exception. That evening, 11 Hawaii-based Soldiers received the SAMC medallion from Maj. Gen. Eric T. Olson, commander of the 25th Infantry Division (Light) and U.S. Army, Hawaii, marking their induction into the Spc. Dijon Rolle prestigious club. Another five Soldiers, selected as honorary members, were induct- Audie Murphy Club inductees watch Dr. Mary E. Walker recipients receive their ed into the club as well. awards during the ceremony held Monday at the Nehelani Club. “These Soldiers are the best of the best,” skills and decided this is something I SAMC members, a ceremony was held to said SAMC member Sgt. 1st Class Brian deserve,” said honorary inductee Master honor four military spouses with the Dr. Mincey, Headquarters and Headquarters Sgt. John Green, 725th Main Support Mary E. Walker award. Company, 25th ID (L). “These are the stan- Battalion. “Finally, the years I have spent The award, for Army spouses whose dard bearers.” dedicating myself to what the Sergeant achievements and performance merit spe- The NCOs nominated for induction into Audie Murphy Club stands for have paid cial recognition, is a means of recognizing SAMC are chosen based on their knowledge, off.” those who have contributed significantly to skills and leadership abilities, displayed to Some NCOs have desired admission to the quality of life for Soldiers, exemplifying Spc. Cheryl Ransford those around them as well as to the Soldiers the club their entire careers. personal concern for their needs, training Staff Sgt. David Garcia smiles as Maj. they lead every day. “Being a member of the Sergeant Audie development and welfare, and concern for Gen. Eric T. Olson, commander of the They must be highly proficient in basic Murphy Club has been one of my goals since their families. 25th ID (L) and USARHAW, places a soldiering skills such as land navigation and I was a young NCO,” said Staff Sgt. Trenton “Without the hard work these women Sergeant Audie Murphy Club medallion weapons, as well as leadership abilities. Thomas, Headquarters and Headquarters have put into caring for each other, the Once the NCO is nominated, he or she Battery, 1st Battalion, 62nd Air Defense changes and improvements that have been around his neck. must participate in a grueling selection Artillery Regiment. “I have been nominated seen during the past year could not have “It is our corps of NCOs who will see us board, which tests the Soldier and leader- for this honor four times in the past. It feels been possible,” said Olson. “It was the voices through into the future as everyone returns ship skills. Based on performance, the good to finally be able to say I have accom- and actions of these four women that made and during the transformation of our divi- SAMC board members decide if the NCO is plished one of my main goals as a Soldier.” a difference in the successes of the past sion,” Olson added. worthy of induction in the club. Each inductee was awarded a certificate year.” “The NCOs and families here tonight “After dedicating 21 years to the Army of achievement and a commanding general’s The ceremony closed with comments from have done so much to get us to where we are and my fellow Soldiers, someone has looked coin. Olson, who is also an honorary member of today and will continue to take us even fur- at my skills, performance and leadership Following the induction of the newest SAMC. ther.”

“Thank You” to outgoing board mem- Islander Heritage Observance on a Memorial Day Remembrance Freedom and Operation Noble News bers and installs an incoming board. May 20 at 10 a.m. in the Sergeant Ceremony at the Schofield Barracks Eagle. Maj. Gen. Olson will be present to Smith Theater on Schofield Post Cemetery on May 30 at 11:30 OTF identifies opportunities that Briefs give remarks for members’ support Barracks. a.m. give the American public a chance to and hard work during past and cur- The theme for this year’s obser- The uniform for this observance is salute the individual Soldier and to Olson Farewell — The aloha rent deployments. vance is “Liberty and Freedom for Class B for military personnel, and better understand his or her military farewell for Vicki Olson will be held If you are interested in becoming All” and promises to be both educa- aloha attire for spouses and civil- experience. The Web site provides a Monday at the Helemano Plantation a vendor, call Amy Snyder at 624- tional and enlightening. Various cul- ians. weekly list of feature story and at 6:30 p.m. Cost is $11 per person. 4989. For reservations call Judi tural displays will be featured Call Sgt. Maj. Class Stampley, G- recognition opportunities for Contact your family readiness group Rossi at 778-3704. throughout this event. 3 Operations, at 655-8711 for more Soldiers and members of the Army leader for more details. Limited on-site child care will be The community is invited to rec- information. family. OTF officials coordinate provided. Call central registration at ognize and embrace local diversity. requests or put the interested party Hui O ‘Na Wahine Luncheon 655-3929 or 655-5314 to make a For more information, call the 25th Operation Tribute to in contact with the reporter or event — The next monthly luncheon is reservation. ID Equal Opportunity Office at 655- Freedom — The Operation Tribute coordinator. Either way, Soldiers get Thursday at the Nehelani Club. 0053. to Freedom (OTF) Web site is a a chance to tell their story to a wider, Doors open at 10:30 a.m. for shop- Asian-Pacific Islander Heritage Department of the Army program or even a national, audience. To be ping, and lunch will begin at 11 a.m. Observance — The 25th Infantry Memorial Day Remembrance designed to honor Soldiers, especial- added to the distribution list, send e- Cost is $12. Spouses are invited to Division (Light) and U.S. Army, — The 25th Infantry Division (Light) ly those returning from Operations mail with “Subscribe” in the subject join the Hui O ‘Na Wahine as it says Hawaii, will host an Asian Pacific and U.S. Army, Hawaii, will conduct Iraqi Freedom, Operation Enduring line to http://www.army.mil/otf. A-6 Hawaii Army Weekly POST NEWS May 13, 2005 25th ID (L) & USARHAW changes in command The 25th Infantry Division (Light) and command to Lt. Col. James Barker quish command to Lt. Col. Bryan Battalion U.S. Army, Hawaii, community is invited to Truesdell Lt. Col. Jeffrey Eckstein will relinquish attend the multitude of change of command •June 9, 10 a.m., 2nd Battalion, 27th command to Lt. Col. Richard Toy ceremonies taking place in May and June. Infantry Regiment •July 6, 10 a.m., Fort Shafter, 29th The change of command ceremony is a Lt. Col. Walter Piatt will relinquish Engineer Battalion Inactivation Ceremonies time-honored tradition that formally sym- command to Lt. Col. Drew Meyerowich Lt. Col. Steven Miles will relinquish bolizes the continuity of authority when a command to Lt. Col. Christopher Benson The 25th ID (L) and USARHAW commu- command is passed from one commander to •June 9, 2 p.m., 325th Forward nity is invited to the following inactiva- another. Support Battalion July 7, 10 a.m., 225th Forward tion ceremonies taking place at Sills Local ceremonies will be preceded by an Lt. Col. James Hess will assume Support Battalion Field, Schofield Barracks. awards ceremony, 15 minutes prior to the command Lt. Col. Flem B. Walker, Jr. will relin- change of command ceremony. The follow- quish command to Lt. Col. Charles • May 25, 2 p.m., 1-62 Air Defense ing ceremonies will be held at Sills Field, •June 13, 10 a.m., 25th Aviation Gibson Artillery Inactivation ceremony Schofield Barracks. Brigade Lt. Col. Stephen M. Christian will inacti- Col. B. Shannon Davis will relinquish July 12, 10 a.m., 125th Finance vate the battalion and regimental colors (Editor’s Note: Times listed below are the command to Col. Arthur Ball Battalion start time for each change of command cere- Lt. Col. Domenico Rossi will relinquish •June 15, 10 a.m., Division Artillery, mony. Information listed is subject to •June 14, 10 a.m., 2nd Battalion, command to Lt. Col. Roosevelt Corpening 25th Field Artillery Detachment and change.) 35th Infantry Regiment Battery F, 7th Field Artillery will hold its Lt. Col. Michael McBride will relinquish July 14, 10 a.m., 84th Combat Engineer inactivation ceremony Changes of Command Ceremonies command to Lt. Col. Michael Browder

•Today, 10 a.m., 524th Corps Support •June 14, 2 p.m., 3rd Battalion, 7th Battalion Field Artillery Lt. Col. Brian Haebig will relinquish Lt. Col. Clarence Neason will relinquish command to Lt. Col. James Fly command to Lt. Col. Jack Pritchard

•May 25, 10 a.m., 2nd Brigade •June 15, 2 p.m., 30th Signal Battalion Col. Lloyd Miles will relinquish Lt. Col. Lynne Daley will relinquish command to Col. Stefan Banach command

•June 2, 10 a.m., 1st Battalion, 21st •June 16, 10 a.m., 556th Personnel Infantry Regiment Support Battalion Lt. Col. Mark Dewhurst will relinquish Lt. Col. Patrick M. Rice will relinquish command command to Lt. Col. Bruce Jenkins

•June 3, 9 a.m., 115th Military •June 21, 2 p.m., 125th Military Intelligence Brigade Intelligence Battalion Col. Benjamin Lukefahr will redesignate Lt. Col. James D. Lee will relinquish command command to Lt. Col. Patricia Frost

•June 6, 10 a.m., 125th Signal Battalion •June 22, 10 a.m., 3rd Brigade Lt. Col. Bevan Daley will relinquish Col. Richard Pedersen will relinquish command command to Col. Patrick Stackpole

•June 7, 10 a.m., 1st Battalion, 14th •June 24, 10 a.m., 2nd Battalion, 5th Infantry Regiment Infantry Regiment Lt. Col. David Miller will relinquish Lt. Col. Terry Sellers will relinquish command to Lt. Col. Robert M. Mundell command to Lt. Col. Malcolm Frost

•June 7, 2 p.m., 2nd Battalion, 11th •June 28, 10 a.m., 725th Main Support Field Artillery Battalion Spc. Dijon Rolle Lt. Col. Joseph R. Connell will relinquish Lt. Col. Derek S. Smith will relinquish Soldiers from the U.S. Army Military Police Brigade, Hawaii, stand at attention command to Lt. Col. Stephen Myers command to Lt. Col. Aimee Kominiak during the change of command ceremony Tuesday on Sills Field, Schofield Barracks. •June 8, 10 a.m., 1st Battalion, 25th •June 30, 10 a.m., 65th Engineer Aviation Regiment Battalion Lt. Col. Michael D. Lundy will relinquish Lt. Col. Andrew V. Jasaitis will relin May 13, 2005 POST NEWS Hawaii Army Weekly A-7 Military Police Brigade Mayoral visit changes its leadership

Story by Spcs. Dijon Rolle and Chris Stump 17th Public Affairs Detachment The Military Police Brigade, Hawaii, bid farewell to its outgoing commander and welcomed a new leader during a change of command ceremony at Schofield Barrack’s Sills Field, Tuesday. In the morning ceremony, Col. Roderick G. Demps offi- Capt. Dean Kai cially took command of the Honolulu Mayor Mufi Hannemann (left) met with brigade from Col. Kevin T. Maj. Gen. Eric T. Olson (right), 25th ID (L) and LaMar, who has led the unit USARHAW commander, and Col. Howard Killian, since June 2003. USAG-HI commander, on Schofield Barracks The 25th Infantry Monday to discuss future transformation and Division (Light) and U.S. Army, Hawaii, commander, Stryker plans that will affect Oahu. Maj. Gen. Eric T. Olson, served as the reviewing officer for the change of com- Have a great story you’d like mand ceremony. He welcomed Demps and praised to submit? LaMar for a job well done. “Every Soldier in our Hawaii Army has a critical mission,” said Olson. “MP’s have the Army Weekly very serious business of law and order. [LaMar] always Spc... Dijon Rolle email the editor at put the mission first. The 25th Infantry Division (Light) and U.S. Army, Hawaii, Commanding General ‘Soldiers and families Maj. Gen., Eric T. Olson, passes the brigade colors to incoming brigade com- editor@ always’ is his motto.” mander Col. Roderick Demps, while outgoing Commander Col. Kevin T. LaMar hawaiiarmyweekly. This sentiment was looks on during the brigade’s change of command ceremony on Schofield com echoed by Lt. Col. Sabrina M. Barracks’ Sills Field, Tuesday. Sanfillipo-Webb, MP Bri- gade, Hawaii, executive officer and the ceremony’s commander of troops. “The military itself and this brigade are like a big family, and Soldiers here are some of the best that the Army has to offer,” said Sanfillipo-Webb. “This ceremony today allows us to welcome a new member into our family.” Putting those in his “family” as a high priority left LaMar with a sense of satisfaction from his tenure as commander of the brigade. “So many people have touched my life in the last two years,” said LaMar. “I’m envious of Colonel Demps coming in at the time when he is.” Spc. Dijon Rolle Demps takes command The commander of during a great transition, as troops, Lt. Col. Sabrina the 25th ID (L) and its subor- Sanfillipo-Webb, salutes dinate units participate in the reviewing party dur- the transformation process. ing the Military Police “All of you in the Military Police Brigade, Hawaii, I am Brigade, Hawaii, change proud to call myself your of command ceremony, leader,” said Demps. Tuesday. A-8 Hawaii Army Weekly DEPLOYED FORCES May 13, 2005 Medics treat Afghans at new clinic “Here, you can see anywhere from 100 to 200 Story and Photo by people in a matter of three hours, and [the Staff Sgt. Bradley Rhen medics] can learn their medications and also CTF Thunder Public Affairs Office what’s going on in the local community that could FORWARD OPERATING BASE SALERNO, affect the Soldiers themselves,” he said Afghanistan — Medics from Forward Operating Missions like this also allow the medics to Base Salerno christened a new clinic just outside work side-by-side with more experienced doctors. the base, May 5, by treating 100 local Afghans as One of the two doctors at the May 5 MEDCAP part of a Medical Cooperative Assistance was Dr. Bashir, a general surgeon who has been Program. working with the FOB Salerno hospital for about Medics from Headquarters and Headquarters nine months. Company, 2nd Battalion, 504th Parachute Bashir said missions like this are crucial Infantry Regiment (PIR), and the FOB Salerno because most Afghans can’t afford health care. Hospital, along with two local doctors saw about Additionally, he said, when locals see American 100 patients. Most of the patients had minor prob- Soldiers helping Afghans, it reinforces to them lems and were given medicine and sent on their that the Americans are their friends. way. “If we have this medical treatment free for the This MEDCAP was the first at the clinic, which local people here, I think that will be the main was completed April 25 at a cost of about $20,000. cause in creating love between the American Sgt. Frank Gervascio, a medic from Soldiers and Afghan people,” Bashir said. Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 2-504 In addition to his duties as a doctor, Bashir PIR, was one of the medics treating locals at the said he also teaches personnel at the FOB Salerno MEDCAP. He said missions like this are impor- hospital local languages and customs. tant and should be continued. “I want to familiarize them with the local peo- “Yes, we could just give the supplies to the ple here,” he said. locals, and they could treat them perfectly fine, Bashir said he gets satisfaction from helping but this way they see the Soldiers’ interaction people who might not otherwise be able to afford with the locals and that we’re concerned about health care. Gervascio said he also gets satisfac- them,” he said. tion participating in missions like this, and it The 24-year-old St. Louis native said he and doesn’t matter to him who he treats, be it a fellow Sgt. Frank Gervascio, a medic with Headquarters and Headquarters Company, his fellow medics only see one or two sick call Soldier or a local Afghan. 2nd Battalion, 504th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 82nd Airborne Division, patients a day on base, so missions like this allow “Men, women, children, we’ll treat them all,” hands medicine to an Afghan man, May 5, at Forward Operating Base Salerno, them to practice their skills. Gervascio said. Afghanistan. Leaders gather for ‘Brotherhood Shura’ various leaders showed their Reg., was invited to outline his Story and Photo by united resolve to tackle the vision for the coming year. He Spc. Jon Arguello remaining security issues in noted that with a unified effort Task Force Bronco Public Affairs the province as well as to work among all the people and Governor Arman QALAT, Afghanistan — For jointly to improve schools, clin- organizations now present in introduces the new the first time in the memory of ics and the Zabul economy. Zabul, a permanent and lasting battalion to local locals here, mullahs, district Arman also took the oppor- peace is attainable. leaders throughout tunity to thank Lt. Col. M. Scott The opportunity to gain leaders and police chiefs from Zabul province at a every corner of Zabul Province McBride, the commander of the knowledge and development is came together for a shura held 2nd Battalion, 35th Infantry a critical component for a Brotherhood Shura here, April 10. Regiment, for his support over peaceful Afghan nation to truly recently. The meeting Invited by Governor Arman, the past year. The battalion is prosper, he said. was one of the first more than 350 leaders from being replaced by the 2nd Stammer reminded the gatherings of local every district in the province Battalion, 503rd Infantry group that “the road to the leaders that many local were in attendance at this Regiment (Airborne) from future is an Afghan road,” and citizens can remember. “Brotherhood Shura,” at the Vicenza, Italy. although rough and challeng- Qalat police compound. Lt. Col. Mark Stammer, coming at times, “it is a road that During the discussion, the mander of 2nd Bn., 503rd Inf. is worth traveling.” May 13, 2005 DEPLOYED FORCES Hawaii Army Weekly A-9 Eagle Cash eases If you call them, they will come

Story and Photo by payday hassles Capt. Sonise Lumbaca 1st Corps Support Command Public Affairs Story by Capt. Patrick Sampsell LOGISTICS SUPPORT AREA DIA- 208th Finance Battalion MONDBACK, MOSUL, Iraq — In a country where thousands of military and civil- BAGRAM AIRFIELD, Afghanistan — Soldiers who are ian vehicles are on the road transporting tired of standing in line to receive casual pay so they can pur- everything from fuel to oil, it’s not difficult chase socks and soda at the post exchange, and others who are to imagine the amount of damage that wondering what to do with the cardboard quarters the ven- can be caused to vehicles, by accidents or dors on base hand back to them as change, now have relief. improvised explosive devices and vehicle- Deployed service members supporting Operation Enduring borne IEDs that explode on a daily basis Freedom in the Southwest and Central Asia theater can now throughout Iraq. benefit from a new way of managing their cash. The Eagle In most cases, vehicles cannot leave the Cash Stored Value Card is replacing U.S. dollar transactions scene under their own volition, due to in theater. extensive damage. On initial assessment, The card is very similar to a debit card as the cardholder the vehicle can be eventually fixed. This is deposits money on the card, and as each transaction takes where recovery operations come into play. place, the value on the card is reduced. The 17th Corps Support Battalion, Further, adding money to the card is easy. Service members 917th Corps Support Group, 1st Corps can go to their local finance office and receive casual pay, write Support Command, has the mission to An M1078 Light Medium Tactical Vehicle was involved in a rolling acci- a check, cash a money order or exchange cash. Instead of provide recovery of vehicles for corps receiving dollars, the value is immediately added to their dent in Mosul, Iraq, and the vehicle as a whole is unable to be salvaged. units as well as multinations and contract As a result, parts are being removed by mechanics and maintenance per- Eagle Cash Card. forces operating in the Multi-National An even easier way to add value to a card is through use of Brigade-Northwest area of operation. sonnel to fix other downed vehicles. an Eagle Cash kiosk. The card can be tied directly to a U.S. “It doesn’t matter if the unit is a corps made up of about 20 Soldiers. It has a cer- sions, depending how bad the damage is,” bank account. Doing so allows the service member to use a unit,” said Capt. Andrew H. Warninghoff, tain amount of time upon notification to said Sgt. Steven E. Wentz, shop foreman, standalone kiosk to add value to his or her card, transfer operations officer, Headquarters and be ready to exit the installation and be on 536th Maint. Co. funds between cards, or check card balances. Headquarters Company, 17th Corps its way to the recovery site. Within that Wentz’s biggest repair was repairing a Because of the embedded microchip technology, funds Support Battalion. “If you are just passing time, an initial assessment of the overall vehicle that had serious engine and radi- become available for use the minute the customer adds value through our area to stop somewhere else, situation is conducted. ator damage, three tires lost, and a bust- to the card. and your vehicle is down, if you call us “We treat the recovery as if it were a ed transmission. He and his team were Once value is stored on the Eagle Cash Card, it can be used and tell us where you are, we’ll come get [medical evacuation] for the vehicles, and able to repair this vehicle, but this isn’t at the PX, all post offices and at most vendor locations on base. you.” the people that are involved,” always the case. The service member simply hands the card to the clerk; he or The recovery team has the capability Warninghoff said. “Our teams move with “If we are unable to fix it here, then we she places the card into the Eagle Cash machine, then enters to recover military vehicles, which it calls a sense of urgency.” prep the vehicle and send it off to a loca- the amount that is owed. The service member verifies the “green trucks.” It can also recover nonmil- Once on-site, each Soldier is responsi- tion where it can be fixed,” Wentz said. amount, and it automatically is deducted from the Eagle Cash itary vehicles called “white trucks.” ble for executing his or her role in the In the event vehicles are irreparable, Card. When recovering green trucks, recovery. functional parts are removed and set No fees or interest are charged for using the card. Soldiers operate independently; however, “You have to work quickly in your aside to use on vehicles that require the Another important benefit of the Eagle Cash when recovering “white trucks,” KBR’s assigned task when out on recovery mis- parts, Wentz said. Card is the ability to recover funds that are assistance is required. sions because you never know where the “We are the Triple A of the northwest,” stolen or lost. If a service member loses money, “White trucks are pretty large vehicles, enemy may be,” said Sgt. Rusty D. Warninghoff added. it is gone; with the Eagle Cash Card, however, and we don’t have the equipment to Weaver, inspector and wrecker operator, “I enjoy this job. I know that when a the service member simply has to go to the recover them, so we’ll contact KBR and 536th Maintenance Company. vehicle goes down for whatever reason, finance office in a timely manner and have when they bring in their cranes, our Weaver is responsible for inspecting those drivers are counting on us to get the card turned off. The remaining money recovery teams provides security for green trucks for damages and the type of them out of there,” Weaver said. on the card is then placed on a new card. them,” said Warninghoff. repair required to fix them. He also deter- The 17th CSB is an active duty unit The Eagle Cash Card is available through the To date, more than 100 green and mines whether or not the vehicle can be from Schofield Barracks, deployed in sup- military installation finance office. The service white trucks have been recovered by the fixed. port of Operations Iraqi Freedom. member simply brings a copy of a recent Leave 17th CSB. Weaver and the other inspectors in his (Editor’s Note: Capt. Lumbaca is a and Earnings Statement, or brings his or her “Some of these vehicles have had to be team also have the dual duty of wrecker member of the 1st Corps Support bank account number and routing number to recovered because of IED and [vehicle- operator. Once they determine the sever- Command Public Affairs from Fort Bragg, the finance office. borne explosive devices] attacks, acci- ity of the damage, they haul the vehicle to N.C., and he is deployed to Iraq in support The service member then completes a dents and maintenance problems,” where further assessments can be made. of 1st COSCOM units at LSA Anaconda simple form and enjoys the newfound ease of Warninghoff explained. “I handle the job of fixing the green and various other installations in the- transporting and safeguarding his or her funds. The task-organized recovery team is trucks we pull in from our recovery mis- atre.) A-10 Hawaii Army Weekly DEPLOYED FORCES May 13, 2005 Taking one’s life is not the answer our friend or team member the overall welfare of their ety of options to deal with ment classes and conflict man- Story by Sgt. James-Denton to the right person to help subordinates. their problems that do not agement training. Chaplain Wyllie them find the answer.” “They must recognize the include suicide. visits, doctors, teammates and 20th Public Affairs Detachment Although suicide rates basic symptoms of a serious Suicide has lasting commanders’ open door poli- BAGRAM AIRFIELD, for U.S. military personnel mood disorder such as effects long after a service cies are other resources that Afghanistan — For service are consistently lower than depression or substance member takes his or her service members can use. members in Afghanistan, for civilians, suicide is the abuse. Leaders must be own life. The emotional Access to these classes or spending 24 hours a day in second largest killer of proactive in seeking help for impact on loved ones, as individuals should be made a combat environment — American uniformed servic- their subordinates when well as lasting legal and available to troops at the far from family, friends and es personnel after acciden- they recognize a problem,” financial ramifications, can unit level. Service members loved ones — the pressures tal death. This means that he added. be devastating. should also know that they and stresses of life can build suicide prevention is an Factors that can lead to “It takes great courage to should not be afraid to ask until some troops may feel important part of unit mental health dysfunctions acknowledge that our cur- for help. that they can’t cope. readiness. such as suicide are excessive rent ways of coping may be “Service members must These service members “Supervisors must recog- debt, substance abuse, inadequate,” said Bailey. “A understand that seeking may feel as if there is no one nize the most valuable authority difficulties, inabil- professional counselor, help for problems will not they can talk to, nowhere resource entrusted to their ity to form positive support- chaplain or mental health hurt their careers,” said they can turn. They may care is their Soldiers, air- ive relationships, and exces- provider can help us by Bailey. “Confidential men- feel as if they are not in con- men, seamen or Marines,” sive time demands relative adding tools to your ‘toolbox’ tal health care communica- trol of their own life. said Dr. (Col.) Richard to time management skills, of coping mechanisms.” tions and records shall, For these individuals, Trotta, CJTF-76 command said Trotta. These tools can consist of except as provided by DoD suicide can appear to be an surgeon. “Leaders must Service members must financial management train- regulations, not be dis- attractive way out, a solu- take a sincere interest in Photo by Sgt. Douglas DeMaio realize that there are a vari- ing, stress and anger manage- closed.” tion to all of their problems. They would be wrong. Suicide is not the answer, no matter the location or the time. “What is tragic about suicide is that it can be pre- vented,” said Chaplain (Col.) Charles Bailey, Combined Joint Task Force - 76. “There is no problem or situation that doesn’t have an answer. We need to take

BRAC From A-2 Congress. The final selection criteria are set out in the BRAC statute, which speci- fies “military value” as the primary consideration in making any closure or realignment decision. Military value is reflected in the first four selection criteria and includes the current and future capabilities needed and the impact on opera- tional readiness of a post, base, range or installation. This includes the impact an installation has on joint warfighting, joint training and joint readiness. In addition, military value includes the availability and condition of land, facilities and associated airspace. Military officials have looked at training areas that will exercise forces in a variety of climates and terrains. Military value also includes a “surge capability” that allows the department to accommodate mobilization. Finally, military value includes the cost of operations and manpower implica- tions. The remaining criteria consider the extent and timing of potential costs and savings; the economic impact on existing communities in the vicinity of military installations; the ability of the infra- structure of communities to support forces, missions and personnel; and finally, the environmental impact, including the impact of costs associated with environmental restoration, waste management and environmental compliance. Defense Secretary Donald H. Rumsfeld’s BRAC recommendations are due to be published not later than Monday. At that point, the BRAC Commission, led by former Veterans Affairs Secretary Anthony Principi, will examine the recommendations. The commission’s findings are due to President Bush not later than Sept. 8. The president must approve or disapprove the whole list; he cannot agree with some recommendations and disagree with others. If he approves the recommendations, the list goes to Congress, where senators and representatives have 45 “leg- islative days” to enact a joint resolution of disapproval. If they do not, then the list has the force of law. Under the BRAC statute, actions to close or realign a base must be initiated within two years of the date the president transmits the BRAC Commission’s recommendations report to Congress, and must be completed within six years of that same date. May 13, 2005 DEPLOYED FORCES Hawaii Army Weekly A-11 Knowledge is key to easy travel

ed items during their routine inspec- “We can only inspect one pallet or Story and Photos by tions. conex container at a time,” said Spc. Tiffany Levesque “It’d be a big help to us if redeploy- Peterson. “Also, we can’t move on to 20th Public Affairs Detachment ing Soldiers or their units would the next pallet or conex container BAGRAM AIRFIELD, Afghan- come by and pick up the list of pro- until the inspected one is secured.” istan — Before redeploying home, it’s hibited items,” said Spc. Patricia important for service members to Peterson, 164th Military Police Top right — Peterson opens a know what items they’re prohibited Company. laptop case during her inspec- from taking with them. Reading the list beforehand would tion. “We help to keep Soldiers who are help to limit the number of confiscat- not aware of customs laws from ed items and the need for explanation Bottom right — Spc. Patricia during the inspection process, transporting anything that could Peterson, who recently arrived cause them to be arrested or fined by Peterson added. from Fort Richardson, Alaska, any government,” said Staff Sgt. “Also, we are not supposed to help Jesus Guzman, a customs inspector pack items into the conex containers looks in a Camelback for any for the 58th Military Police Company. or help re-palletize items,” she said. prohibited items. Peterson is To alleviate the confusion, a list of Service members can help quicken assigned to the 164th MP Co. prohibited items is available in the the process by leaving bags or cases and is one of Bagram’s custom customs office, said Guzman. unlocked until after the inspection, inspectors. “During this last year, I’ve seen and by standing by the bags or cases, Soldiers pack mounted camel spiders being ready to put everything back in Below — Bagram Customs them, Peterson explained. and butterflies, Cuban cigars, and Office personnel have assem- rocket propelled grenades,” said cus- Service members should also start toms inspector Staff Sgt. Albert palletizing or putting their baggage bled a display of confiscated Matel, 58th MP Co. up in the conex containers immedi- items they have found in bag- The inspectors find many prohibit- ately after inspection. gage. A-12 Hawaii Army Weekly HEALTH May 13, 2005 Skin cancer alert issued TAMC to begin phasing in new for the month of May electronic records By Hawaii Pacific University Community tem adopted by DoD in the Health Nursing Students By Public Affairs Office late 1980s. Schofield Barracks Community Health Nursing Tripler Army Medical Center Patients served from May Clinic HONOLULU — Tripler 24 through mid July by the HONOLULU — Melanoma is the Army Medical Center’s Family Practice Clinic, and fastest-growing form of skin cancer. Family Practice Clinic and May 24 through early August According to the Web site Adult Medicine Clinic staff by the Adult Medicine Clinic www.melanoma.org, more than 53,000 will begin training on the mil- at Tripler, can expect fewer new cases are reported each year, killing itary’s new Composite Health appointment times available more than 7,800 people per year. Care System II (CHCS II), during training. As clinic staff The most common age group diagnosed May 24. are rotated through the com- with melanoma ranges from 20 to 30 years CHCS II, once implement- puter classroom and hands-on old, but no one should be fooled. Melanoma ed, will improve health care training in their clinics, about occurs in all age groups, including young records of military members a quarter of health care staff children. and their families. may be unavailable to provide This high incidence rate is attributed to Health care providers will direct patient care. intense intermittent sun exposure influ- Courtesy Photo enter most medical informa- While affected clinics are enced by our societal and lifestyle changes. Sunbathers enjoy the sun rays at a Waikiki beach. In order to prevent skin tion about their patients into phasing in CHCS II, clinic directors are requesting that More leisure time is spent in the sun, cancer caused by sun exposure, one must use proper safety measures. CHCS II’s secure computer- outdoors and at beaches with exposed ized databases. Such medical patients who seek routine and skin. Sun tanning and UV tanning salons The No. 1 prevention from melanoma is concern to your doctor. information, now mostly optional medical care adjust have also gained in popularity in recent protecting oneself from the sun. S – Wear sunglasses that offer 100-per- paper-based, will then be their schedules to allow later decades. But ultraviolet rays, either from Ultraviolet, or UV, rays continue to do cent UV protection, to protect the skin almost instantly available to appointment dates. This will the sun or a tanning salon, are a form of their damage even on cloudy days, around your eyes. authorized military health help assure that patients who invisible radiation that can cause skin can- whether underwater or through car win- care providers worldwide. urgently require care during cer by penetrating the skin and changing dows. What are some other resources? Schofield Barracks Health the estimated eight-week the skin cells. One protection method is to use the Clinic staff are scheduled to transition period continue to The greatest risk factors that are prone acronym “SHADES,” according to Sun For more information, also see the fol- begin CHCS training the last receive priority attention. to melanoma include fair skin with blond Protection Hawaii, Inc. lowing Web sites and publications: week in June. They will A list of when Tripler clin- or red hair, any family history of www.melanoma.org, www.skincancer.org, resume normal operations by ics are scheduled for CHCS II and C.M Porth’s Pathophysiology: melanoma, severe blistering sunburns What is SHADES? the second week of implementation will be posted (more than three times before turning 20 Concepts of Altered Health States (6th September. on the Tripler Web site soon years old), and abnormally shaped, tex- S – A sunscreen of SPF 15 or greater is ed.), published in 2002 by Lippincott CHCS II implementation at www.tamc.amedd. tured or colored moles. With early detec- recommended. The higher the number, the Williams & Wilkins. at Tripler and at the Schofield army.mil. These dates may tion, however, treatment is available with greater protection against skin cancer and (Editor’s Note: For more information Barracks Health Clinic will change as implementation improved survival rates. premature aging through sun exposure. about melanoma, visit the Community advance from clinic to clinic, proceeds, so patients should Children burn easily with prolonged H – Wear hats with a broad rim to cover Health Nursing Clinic in Building 673, on until the entire Army medical check the Web site for current sun exposure; therefore, it is recommended your neck and ears. Props such as an the second floor at Schofield Barracks staff in Hawaii is trained by information. that children under 6 months of age should umbrella can also be very fashionable. Health Clinic, or call 433-8675. The the end of 2005. The other The Tripler Public Affairs not be under direct sunlight. A – Avoid the sun when it is closest to appearance of name-brand products and military services in Hawaii Office will regularly announce Ninety percent of melanoma cases in the earth, between the hours of 10 a.m. to civilian Web sites that reference products or are also beginning to phase in implementation dates before Caucasians occur in sun-exposed areas 4 p.m. services contained in this article does not CHCS II. the affected clinics begin their such as the skin around the eyes, the lips D – Dress with long sleeves and pants constitute endorsement by Tripler Army Hawaii and Pacific Region training phase. Information and the ears. Sixty-seven percent of when outdoors for prolonged hours to pro- Medical Center, the Pacific Regional commands are among the last Management Division is melanoma outbreaks in Asians occur in tect your skin. Medical Command, the Department of the in the Department of Defense scheduled to provide fliers non-sun, exposed areas such as the palms E – Examine your body for any changes Army, the Department of Defense or the to implement CHCS II, which and posters to clinics explain- and area under the feet. in your moles or freckles, and report any U.S. Government.) replaces the first CHCS sys- ing the training process. May 13, 2005 HEALTH Hawaii Army Weekly A-13 New program helps smokers kick the habit

loaded onto a Web site, and a personal Web chart and reduce the number of cigarettes By Nick Stubbs page is set up for the smoker to view and he or she smokes. 6th Air Mobility Wing Public Affairs track his or her smoking habits and Craft said it might be hard for some to MACDILL AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. — progress in the program. give up their SmokeSignals with the inter- For smokers looking to kick the habit, noth- The HACW staff here purchased 50 of action of the program, the camaraderie ing could be more useful than a little the devices and recently began distributing among fellow users and the friendly compe- guardian angel sitting on their shoulder, them to students of the smoking cessation tition that ensues as everyone tries to “beat keeping track each time they reach for a course. the box.” smoke, taking notes and reviewing the Clinical studies show the device is effec- “This is how they win this game: They results with them each week. tive, but MacDill health officials will be quit smoking,” Craft said. “They quit smok- Although not angels, Health and evaluating them to ensure they are a good ing, and the prize is they get to live longer, Wellness Center (HACW) officials here said fit with the local program, said Joan Craft, healthier lives.” they are hoping for some heavenly results HAWC director. If they prove useful, they itself, Ms. Craft said. Craft said that statistics show smoking from a smart cigarette case with an will become an important tool in all future “It’s behavior modification training that is on the rise, particularly among younger Internet link that will use its microproces- smoking cessation courses, she said. creates a direct disconnect from the trig- people. The good news is, with devices like sor brain to track the user’s smoking habit The concept is to change smokers’ behav- gers [that prompt smokers to reach for a this and traditional assistance from HAWC and chart it on a computer. Once the data is ior by being a constant reminder of the cigarette],” said Capt. Diane Klingenberg of officials, smokers have more tools than collected, a smoking cessation plan is for- number of times they smoke and when they the HAWC. ever to kick the habit. mulated, with the ultimate goal to wean smoke, Craft said. The device is pro- Eventually, smokers believe they can “Smoking is the Number One modifiable smokers off tobacco. grammed to allow only a certain number of delay smoking, and then they realize they health risk factor,” Craft said. “It is one The device, called SmokeSignals, is a cigarettes per day and at certain times. can delay smoking indefinitely, she said. thing we can control in our lives if we want plastic box with a digital readout on its lid. While a smoker might be used to light- Each device has to be electronically acti- to.” Any size cigarette box can fit inside the ing up right after lunch, the device might vated for the individual, and a personal The devices cost about $130 each, with box. Each time the lid is opened, the elec- indicate that he or she is not due for a cig- Web page is established where the smok- an additional $50 to activate them for the tronic counter adds one to the tally, offi- arette for another two hours or so. er’s data is stored, charted and used as a user. The cost is covered for active duty and cials said. Eventually, smokers learn they do not measuring stick by the smoker. The process retired military and their eligible family The smoker periodically plugs the box have to be slaves to their own smoking pat- is designed to create a game-like scenario members as well as Department of Defense into a standard phone line, and the data is terns and, ultimately, the smoking habit in which the smoker can strive to beat the employees. Tripler remembers former HAVE A GREAT PHOTO? telemedicine director, doctor Dr. (Col.) Charles By Les Ozawa Callahan, Tripler’s Pediatric Tripler Army Medical Center Department chief, remarked Public Affairs Office that the one word that The late Dr. (Maj.) Francis “Buzz” Malone described Malone was was remembered by about three dozen Tripler integrity. staff members and friends at a ceremony “There was a wholeness April 12. and sameness in him,” Submit it to the Malone had worked at Tripler as chief of Callahan said. “He was the Dr. (Maj.) its telemedicine program until his death Jan. same, no matter how you HAWAII ARMY Francis “Buzz” looked at him. 31, 2005. He was first assigned to Tripler in Malone WEEKLY 1993 and retired as an Army major in 1998, “He is always the man I for consideration for publication. after serving as Tripler’s chief of Ambulatory would hope to be and what I Courtesy Photo Pediatrics. hope my children would grow up to become,” Martha Malone, sister-in-law (left), and Margaret The photo must have Army content. Immediately upon retirement, he headed he remembered fondly. E-mail your photo, a brief Malone, widow of the late Maj. (Dr.) Francis “Buzz” description, name and phone number to Tripler’s telemedicine program, which he was A memorial plaque inscribed with Malone’s [email protected]. instrumental in establishing for the name is located in the Tripler Army Medical Malone, look at the memorial plaque inscribed with Department of Defense in the Pacific region. Center’s Memorial Garden. his name at Tripler’s Memorial Garden. A-14 Hawaii Army Weekly HEALTH May 13, 2005 Do you know Commissary focuses on health where your power “bonus bucks” for best participa- TRICARE’s new “Healthy Choices By Bonnie Powell Mega Case Lot Sale tion and creativity during the for Life” campaign aimed at com- Defense Commissary Agency foods are? Schofield Barracks tours. bating alcoholism, tobacco use and May is Commissary Awareness Commissary Programs also get $100 in com- obesity among military members missary gift certificates to use for and their families. By Hooah 4 Health Month, or CAM, and the emphasis May 21 and 22, prizes and drawings during tour “It’s Your Choice, Make it is on nutrition and savings. Shopping for performance food is get- 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. events. Gift certificates and prizes Healthy” is DeCA’s partnering “Making healthy choices is our ting easier all the time. Commissaries Call 655-5066 for details are donated by the Consumer effort to educate customers about focus this year,” said Patrick B. and grocery stores are stocking more and Awareness Team, an industry out- the advantages of using the com- Nixon, acting director and chief more food choices that fit into a perform- during the month of May, reach committee. missary benefit to shop for executive officer for the Defense ance diet of high carbohydrates, low fat, although a few stores will start in The commissary tour theme for healthy, fresh foods – and at lower Commissary Agency. “Customers moderate protein and a variety of foods. can choose to get healthy and stay late April or extend into June. A 2005 is “It’s Your Choice, Make It prices than can be found any- special Web page on Healthy,” which ties in with where outside the gate. healthy by shopping their com- The Power Foods missary for nutritious, fresh food http://www.commissaries.com is up and running with a list of store Breads and rolls, especially whole at ‘healthy’ savings of 30 percent grain for extra nutrition. or more. That’s it plain and sim- dates and links to each commissary’s spotlighting page where ple.” Pasta Customers can look forward to customers can find details such as store hours and some sale items, if Whatever the shape – spaghetti, maca- a host of popular activities at their roni, ziti or dinosaurs – pasta is a super commissary during CAM celebra- available. Case lot sale savings typically performance food, dense in carbohydrates tions in May. to replenish glycogen stores. “There will be a worldwide case average up to 50 percent or more lot sale, and single service and over regular retail prices on paper goods, canned goods, cleaning sup- Fruits and vegetables young military member tours, as They supply carbohydrates, vitamins well as health and wellness tours,” plies, beverages and more. More than 70 single service and minerals. Fresh are best, but frozen said Nixon. “And it’s National or canned are OK too. Physical Fitness month, too, a member programs worldwide for good time to ‘exercise’ your right the Navy, Army and Marines, as well as the Air Force First Term Milk, low fat yogurt and cheese to save money by shopping every Go with skim or 1 percent — a lot less single aisle of the commissary!” Airmen centers, are signed up for the chance to participate in fun fat, but all the protein and other nutrients Customers near and far can of whole milk. find out when their favorite com- and informative commissary tours and the annual competition to win missary will have its case lot sale Cereal Light on the sugar. Read the label. If the sugar content is more than 8 grams per serving you know it’s sweet. Try high fiber.

Fish and Seafood Excellent source of protein. When canned, packed in water is best.

Dried and canned beans Try different kinds. Beans are a good source of protein and fiber.

Graham crackers, pretzels, baked corn chips, animal crackers and fig bars High-carbohydrate, low-fat snack foods.

Spc. Juan Jimenez Spc. Juan Jimenez Fruit juices and sports drinks A shopper looks through the different vegetables available at Julie Harris picks out some of the best bananas that the Can help replace carbohydrates during the Schofield Barracks Commissary. Schofield Barracks Commissary has to offer. and after endurance activity. May 13, 2005 ARMY NEWS Hawaii Army Weekly A-15

Memorial From A-1 transferred from the Air National Guard where wars of the past, women are expected to fight he had been serving for three years in West and lead alongside men in direct combat opera- Virginia. His lifelong dream was to become a tions. Officials emphasized that all Soldiers are Soldier. the same, no matter the gender, no matter “I always wanted to be a Soldier,” he said. “At whether reserve or active duty, and concluded first, I joined the Air Force for the education, but to proceed accordingly. I just really wanted to be in the fight.” The modern-day GWOT Soldier will be cast Rivera served as a life support technician in bronze. The additional figures to be added in before changing his Air Force blues to the Army the September ceremony will be cast in pewter- infantry’s greens. gray metal, similar to the National Korean War From inception, leaders had decided that the Memorial in Washington D.C. representation of the GWOT Soldier would be a The effect of the different colors used will Hispanic/Latino male Soldier. This ethnicity is depict the past. an accurate reflection of the casualties the Once added, the World War II, Korea and Division has suffered during the war. Rivera Vietnam Soldiers will each have a hand on the was one of many Soldiers nominated through shoulder of the GWOT Soldier — as though battalions for consideration as the statue’s comforting the Soldier from a pain they have model. already known too well. Other specifications included that the Soldier All of the statues will be life-sized and have actually been a part of the recent deploy- detailed with great consideration to the uni- ment to either OIF or OEF, and Rivera’s unit form and equipment details for each conflict: provided overwhelming support that he is a The GWOT Soldier will be wearing knee and truly dedicated Soldier with conviction and elbow pads and a flak vest. The Soldier will undying, dedicated spirit befitting an infantry- even have the clip on the Kevlar for night vision man. The choice was easy, said officials. goggles. Rivera had been told he would always walk with a limp after his OEF injuries last August, but recently he has begun running. The location of the memorial “I’m so proud. It’s the least I can do for all the The memorial will face the flagpole on Sills fallen heroes we have,” Rivera said. “It’s really Field, so that the gaze of the statues will carry an honor. beyond the fallen comrade symbols and on to “They call me a hero, but I’m a patriot. The the American Flag. true heroes are the ones that did not make it “It’s great because another detail is that Artist illustration back home.” from the angle you approach the memorial, it’s This is the artist’s sketch of how the Soldier memorial will look like when it is com- The concept for the memorial as though you’re walking up right behind these pleted September 2006. The memorial will honor the Tropic Lightning Division’s Soldiers while they are taking the time to honor accomplishments and its losses in support of World War II, Korea, Vietnam and the The original sketches and ideas for the stat- and reflect on the loss of the comrade,” Global War on Terrorism. ue showed the GWOT Soldier taking a knee explained Maj. Antolin San Nicolas, the deputy before the memorial for his lost comrade. division G-5 who played a major role in the However, after receiving input from many vet- coordination that made this idea a reality at erans and members of the Tropic Lightning Schofield Barracks. Association (TLA), officials decided the Soldier Veterans of the 25th ID (L) who served in should be standing in reflection. combat during the depicted conflict, or family Dropping to one’s knees symbolizes that a members of those who have served in the other Soldier is broken and feels a sense of defeat, three remaining conflicts, who make a consid- said officials. Standing in reflection, they erable donation to the Tropic Lightning explained, represents personal strength and Association’s funding of the memorial project, resilience. can be considered to be immortalized in the The remaining models for the memorial statue. (Editor’s Note: The Tropic Lightning The second part of the memorial, set to Association has announced that donors can unveil in September 2006, will include the addi- contribute to the memorial fund by contacting tion of three Soldier figures to honor Tropic the 25th Infantry Division (Light) Association Lightning Soldiers who made the ultimate sac- at 1-800-953-5812. For more information on rifice in World War II, Korea and Vietnam. the association and its other projects, visit the Sgt. Sean Kimmons Officials discussed whether to show both Tropic Lightning Association’s Web site at Construction workers from Ameron Hawaii Cement Co. and South Pacific Builders male and female GWOT Soldiers, since unlike http://www.25thida.com.) lay down cement around the memorial outside of Fernandez Hall on April 25. A-16 Hawaii Army Weekly ARMY NEWS May 13, 2005

‘Hugs4Smiles USA’ Welcoming Home Warriors supports troops, family members man, was forced to close her By Sgt. 1st Class Doug program after becoming ill. Sample Homefront Hugs started American Forces Press Service shortly after Sept. 11, 2001, WASHINGTON — When and Perry, Smith and Olson Operation Homefront Hugs all were volunteers. USA, a “troop-adoption” pro- When the program ended, however, Perry said it left Photos by Lt. Col. John C. Williams gram that provided care pack- more than 80 service mem- Soldiers of the 411th ages for deployed service bers and families on a waiting Engineer Battalion (Com- members and their families, list in need. bat, Heavy) were welcomed folded earlier this year, like It was then, he said, that home to American Samoa, good Soldiers, three former the group realized there was April 30, by the community volunteers decided to contin- “a big need for programs like and members of the U.S. ue on with the mission. this.” Army, Pacific, and 9th Tim Perry, Candace Smith “We knew we had to keep Regional Readiness com- and Kristi Olson started their the program open,” he added. own program, “Hugs4Smiles “The deployed Soldier has mands. USA,” in March. Though they a lot to be concerned with, changed the name slightly, without having to worry the mission of caring for serv- about whether their family ice members and their fami- has needs back home,” Perry lies remained the same. noted. “So, if we can take part ‘Packages from home’ give comfort Since March, Hugs4- of that burden off of them, Smiles, based out of Perry’s then it’s important to do what home in Aurora, Colo., we can to help them with all items to troops stationed overseas already has helped more than of their support issues.” 85 service members and fam- Now, Hugs4Smiles is hop- little “piece of home,” Lewis said. ages destined for troops in Iraq and ilies, with 105 more Soldiers ing to expand its service by By Steven Donald Smith “Christian was lacking the basics Afghanistan. on a waiting list, Perry said. adding counseling as part of American Forces Press Service “I’ve been completely over- its support network. we take for granted such as laundry The Memorial Day campaign runs whelmed with the response Perry said the group has WASHINGTON — Kathleen Lewis detergent, personal hygiene items, through Sunday. we’ve received in just a made contact with a licensed of Glendale, Ariz., launched sheets and extra food and drink “It’s important to show the troops month’s time,” he said. “I counselor who is willing to “Packages From Home” in March items. Furthermore, there was no that we have not forgotten them,” think it tells us that there is help families resolve more 2004 with the singular goal of send- access to obtain any of these items,” Lewis said. “These personal goodies obviously a need for this serious deployment issues. ing as many helpful items as possible she said. express our appreciation to the mili- organization.” In the meantime, Perry to troops stationed overseas. Lewis received an overwhelming tary for their service and sacrifice, According to Perry, those still has two “adoptions” he’s When Lewis learned that her son response as soon as she put out the while at the same time lifting their who sign up to adopt a service been working on for some Christian, a Soldier serving abroad, clarion call to her community for spirits.” member or family agree to time now. One is a young lacked certain creature comforts, she items to fill the packages, she said. To date, Packages From Home has send at least two care pack- Marine deployed to Iraq and began sending him robust care pack- She did, however, run into one shipped more than 4,000 care packages each month and two cor- his family in San Diego. ages. unforeseen problem: the exorbitant ages to service members from every respondences each month. The Marine is due home She soon learned that her son was cost of shipping. Shipping expenses branch of the military, said David If the service member’s any day now, Perry sharing the contents of these pack- average about $1.25 per pound, so Whitten, Packages From Home direc- family is adopted, they announced happily. ages with members of his unit, many she quickly began accepting mone- tor of media relations. receive at least one care pack- “His wife and I e-mail each of whom never received items from tary donations to cover shipping “We have the greatest military in age and one piece of corre- other about four or five times home. She made up her mind that she costs. the world, not only because they are spondence each month. a week,” Perry said. “This is would adopt Christian’s entire squad Packages From Home is currently the best equipped, but also because Perry explained that just a small token of my and send them all packages, she said. having a Memorial Day “Thank You we have the best men and women,” Hugs4Smiles began when appreciation for people who The contents of the packages run for Your Service” campaign, which Whitten said. “In order to remain the Operation Homefront Hugs’ are willing to lay their lives the gamut from beef jerky to board they estimate will generate more best, they need the continued support founder, Alessandra Keller- on the line daily.” games and are intended to provide a than 2,000 shoe-box-sized care pack- from the citizens of this country.” HAWAII ARMY WEEKLY COMMUNITY &SPORTS Friday May 13, 2005 Mingle with native and nonnative sea creatures bill sea turtle and many tropical fish — Story and Photos by including the 21-letter-named state fish, Sgt. Sean Kimmons the Humuhumunukunukuapuaa. Editor One of the park’s premier interactive WAIMANALU -- Along Oahu’s south- experiences is the Sea Trek program. eastern coast, day-trippers can observe Guests wear a 75-pound breathing sys- marine life in an all-around, interactive tem as they submerge 18 feet into an complex. No, I’m not talking about Marine aquarium with hundreds of sea creatures. Corps Base Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay,but just Sea Life Park is the ultimate sea life south of the installation, at a place called entertainment and educational experi- Sea Life Park. ence for all, said Remato Lenzi, the gener- Sea Life Park sits at the foot of the al manager of the park. Koolau mountain range and overlooks “There is a lot of educational material Rabbit Island, a bird sanctuary off of throughout the park, but on top of that Makapuu Beach. there’s a lot to learn through hands-on There are many unique aspects to this contact,” Lenzi said. “The Dolphin park that will entertain and educate. A Discovery Swim is open to kids of all ages few popular ones are Dolphin Discovery and is really interesting because parents Swim and Dolphin Adventures. and kids can participate together.” As part of Dolphin Discovery Swim, Besides the park’s educational materi- interested guests are brought up close al, its staff is also very knowledgeable and personal to live dolphins. Visitors can about sea life and welcomes any related touch and feed a dolphin and observe how questions. Sea Life Park staff members train the Perhaps, the best part of Sea Life Park mammals to perform jumping, dancing, for service members and their families is singing and splashing tricks. its discount military discount. In Dolphin Adventures, guests get a “We definitely support our troops,” deep-water encounter with a dolphin and Lenzi said. “We have a special rate for just learn about its anatomy, physiology, train- about every program.” ing and conversation. (Editor’s Note: For more information on Sea lions are another well-liked resi- Sea Life Park, go to http://www.seal- dent in the park. At the Kolohe Kai Surf ifeparkhawaii.com/ or call 259-7933.) Club, they amuse guests with their comi- cal behavior. And if guests want to feed a * Sea Life Park Military Rates sea lion, they can go to the Sea Lion community pool on the other side of the park. There, guests can purchase fish for the General Admission sun-basking sea lions and listen to an Adults $13, Kids (4-12) $6.50 educational presentation. The park provides shelter to endan- Dolphin Discovery Swim gered Hawaiian monk seals. Staff mem- Adults $75, Kids $54 bers offer daily presentations, so guests can learn that monk seals did not get Dolphin Adventures their name for being religious, but for Adults $96 their short-haired heads, which resemble a Friar Tuck monk. For many, the word “stingray” brings Sea Trek thoughts of an unapproachable creature. Adults $64 At the Stingray Lagoon, however, stereo- types are dismissed. Guests are encour- Hawaiian Ray Encounter aged to swim in the same water as Adults $25, Kids $18 stingrays and experience how graceful these sea creatures can be. * To purchase discounted Sea Life Park tickets, In the 300,000-gallon Hawaiian Reef visit your local Information, Travel and Aquarium, guests are allowed to interact Reservations office. and feed stingrays, an endangered hocks-

A dolphin leaps out of the water, while participants of the Dolphin Adventures program watch in the background. Sea Life Park offers two interactive programs with dolphins, as well as programs with other live animals that can be purchased at a military rate. To get to Sea Life Park, take H-1 east, which will turn into Kalanianaole Highway. Follow this road and the park will be on the left side.

Above — A young sea turtle floats in a small pool.

Left — A Sea Lion basks in the sun at the Sea Lion community pool.

Top Right — Spc. Mary Simms (right), a broadcast journalist with Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 25th Infantry Division (Light), touches a stingray during the Sea Trek program.

Right — A stingray (bottom) swims inside the Hawaiian Reef Aquarium. B-2 Hawaii Army Weekly COMMUNITY May 13, 2005

ready to duel at the Tropics. DECA and MWR — is open to active Registration will get underway at 1 duty families and spouses. p.m. for this tournament, and the Dogg Tagg Drill winner duel starts at 2 p.m. Cost is $6 and 27 / Friday includes Yu-Gi-Oh merchandise. Hawaiian Luau Lunch Buffet Prizes will be awarded, and all — Taste a traditional Hawaii style ages are welcome. Call 655-0002 for feast from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the more details. Hale Ikena at Fort Shafter, or at the Nehelani on Schofield Barracks. May Plant Clinic — Get your home Cost is $9.95 per person. 13 / Today gardening questions answered at the Call the Nehelani 655-4466 or the Hale Ikena at 438-1974 for reserva- Reserve Picnic Area — If your Aliamanu Library from 1 to 3 p.m. tions or information. unit would like to reserve a 20 x 20 This clinic will be presented by Oahu picnic area at the Sunset in the Park master gardeners, so feel free to event on Wheeler Army Airfield, May bring in samples of problem plants. 28 / Saturday 21 and 22, call 655-0111 or 655-0112. Call 833-4851 for more details. A-Maze-Ing Corn Festival — First priority will be provided to Join the fun by getting lost in the OIF and OEF units until close of Youth Art — Classes will be huge corn maze at Aloun Farms on business today. After today, reserva- offered at the Schofield Arts and May 28. Enjoy pony and hay rides, tions will be on a first-come, first- Crafts Center on May 14 and 21 carnival games, self-pick corn, food served basis. from 10 a.m. to noon, and at the Fort booths and lots more fun. The picnic area will be the only Shafter Arts and Crafts Center on Adults can sign up and enter the area where canopies can be set up May 14 and 28 from 10 a.m. to noon. five-mile GPS scavenger hunt, which and grills used. Cost is $12 per class. Call your uses the latest in technology. This nearest Arts and Crafts Center for hunt is just right for ages 15 and up Spc. Dijon Rolle Salute the Troops Concert — more information. and costs $20 to enter. The winner Pfc. Jonathan Williams of the 13th Military Police Detachment will receive a trip to the Big Island of There’s still time to enjoy live, local receives an Army and Air Force Exchange Service gift certifi- entertainment at the Tropics on 18 / Wednesday Hawaii, plus other consolation prizes Schofield Barracks, Friday nights at Teen Employment Workshop cate from AAFES employees Karin Duncan (left) and Lorna will be awarded. 8:30 p.m., with no cover charge. — Are you a teen looking for a job Cerny. Williams was awarded the certificate as part of the “Dog Then, on May 29, participate in a Listen to “Brown Boys” tonight and this summer? Visit the Tropics from Tagg Drill Call,” an AAFES exclusive game that gives away paintball challenge within the maze. “Contraband” on May 20. 2 to 3 p.m. for great tips in helping prizes from gift cards to cars. He used part of his prize money Don’t miss the special military price Patrons can enjoy free entertain- you find a good job. to get his mother a nice Mother’s Day gift. for this event: $6 for adults and $3 ment, drink specials and food from Topics to be covered include the for children. One dollar from each MacGregor’s Market. Also, guests job application, interview tips and entry will benefit the Better can visit the Tropics and register to job search skills. Call 655-0002 for ful vendor and food booths, and fea- 3 – 3:45 p.m., Da Braddahs and Opportunities for Single Soldiers win a sport utility vehicle sponsored more information. ture attraction movies on a 30-foot UH Rainbow Dancers program. by JN Mazda. Finalists are selected screen at dusk. 4 – 4:45 p.m., The Krush Call 677-9516 or 256-5546 for at each concert event, and the vehi- Mongolian Barbecue — Select All residents of Medonca Park, 5 – 5:45 p.m., Simplisity more information. cle will be given away at the June 10 your favorites from a large variety of Schofield Barracks and Helemano 6:15 – 6:55 p.m., Jake “Right Arm Night” event at the meats and vegetables, and Reggie’s Military Reservation are asked to Shimabukuro Ongoing Nehelani. chefs will grill them to your liking enter through Kunia Gate, and then The movie at dusk will be Visit the Tropics or call 655-0002 from 5 to 8 p.m. to go around the right side of the air- “National Treasure.” Tropic Lightning Lunch for more information. Cost is 65 cents per ounce, reser- field, so as not to flood Kawamura Buffet — Enjoy a fast and hot lunch vations are recommended. Call 655- Gate, which will be open to the gen- Entertainment and times are buffet, Monday through Friday from “The Secret Garden” — This 0660. eral public. subject to change. Check out the 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Reggie’s. Cost is classic children’s story is about a Camp Stover Gate will be open MWR Web site at www.mwrarmy- $8.95 per person. Call 655-4466. grieving family and a secret garden 21 / Saturday from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., only for res- hawaii.com for an up-to-date sched- that is found and restored back to Living History Day — In com- idents, on both days. ule of events. Fort Shafter Library — Regular life. The play will show at the Army memoration of Armed Forces Day, The public and the whole family hours are back at the library. Hours Community Theater on Fort Shafter visit the Fort DeRussy museum from is invited out for this fun-filled day 23 / Monday are as follows: tonight and tomorrow, and on May 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and enjoy static Random vehicle and bag checks Steak Night — Enjoy a sizzling • Mondays through Thursdays, 10 20-21, and 27-28. exhibits of military memorabilia, re- will be conducted at the event and steak cooked to perfection on the a.m. – 7 p.m. Curtain is at 7:30 p.m., and tick- enactors in period uniforms and upon entering the post. grill outside Reggie’s and in front of • Fridays, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. ets for adults are $17 and $14; chil- hands-on displays of military arti- Here’s a brief synopsis of the the Nehelani, which comes complete • Sundays, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. dren under 12 are $10 and $8. Box facts. entertainment: with a tossed salad, baked potato, • Saturdays and holidays, closed Office Hours are 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Call 438-2821 for more informa- rolls and vegetables. Call 438-9521 for more details. Monday through Friday. tion. May 21 This entrée is served from 5 – 8 Call 438-4480 for more informa- Noon – 12:45 p.m., The Royal p.m. Cost is $11.95 for adults. Call Stained Glass Class at tion. 21 / Saturday Hawaiian Band 655-4466 for more details. Schofield — Back by popular Sunset in the Park — Join the 1 – 1:45 p.m., Sonya Mendez demand, learn beginning foil or lead 13 / Friday Wahiawa Lions Club, the Wahiawa 2 – 2:45 p.m., Hawaiian Stars All 26 / Thursday techniques at the Stained Glass Graduation Money Lei — For a community and Morale, Welfare and Stars Commissary Dash N’ Grab — Class. Four sessions will be held on creative way to give a graduation Recreation in welcoming home 3 – 3:45 p.m., Dita Holifield Enter for a chance to win the next Wednesdays beginning June 8, from present this year, attend this class Hawaii’s Soldiers from noon ‘til 10 4 – 4:45 p.m., 7 Simple Pieces Commissary Dash N’ Grab event 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Class size is and make money lei. Classes will be p.m. at Wheeler Army Airfield, May 5 – 5:45 p.m., HAPA scheduled for May 26 at 7:30 a.m. at limited, so register today. held at the Schofield Barracks Arts 21 and 22. Active duty military ID 6 – 6:45 p.m., Ho’onua the Schofield Commissary. Cost is $40 plus supplies. Payment and Crafts Center today and May 27 card holders will receive free ride The movie at dusk will be Entry boxes are located at the is required at the time of registra- from 10 a.m. to noon. bracelets. Visit the information tent “Finding Neverland.” Schofield Barracks Commissary, tion. Call 655-4202 for more details. Plus, take a class at the Fort on the day of the event for your Army Community Service or Shafter Arts and Crafts Center on bracelet. May 22 Tropics, and MWR Blue Star Card Pau Hana Friday at Mulligans May 15 from 1 to 3 p.m. Cost is $10. This WAAF Sunset in the Park Noon – 12:45 p.m., Na Melemanu members are automatically entered — Enjoy cool refreshments and the Call 655-4202 or 438-1315 for more event will provide great local enter- Serenaders for a chance to win. chef’s choice $2 pupu platter every information. tainment, games and rides from 1 – 1:45 p.m., Brass Quintet of Three finalists will be selected Friday beginning at 4:30 p.m. at Xtreme Fun Rentals and E.K. 25th Infantry Division (Light) Band and notified as Dash N’ Grab win- Mulligans, Hale Ikena, on Fort 14 / Saturday Fernandez, antique military vehicle 2 – 2:45 p.m., Native American ners, and this contest — sponsored Shafter. Call 438-1974 for more infor- Yu-Gi-Oh Tournament — Get displays, custom motorcycles, plenti- Dance by Army Hawaii Family Housing, mation.

6525. 287). The Bowfin is located Baby Expo will have every- should include the name, Cross at the Schofield Barracks Community next to the USS Arizona thing you need to take you address and contact person of Service Center will hold a class Military Channel — Memorial Visitors Center and from the first stages of preg- their organization. for Standard First Aid/Adult Calendar Insiders look at the capture of is open to the public from 8 nancy to that exciting first Completed application CPR Plus Child and Infant Saddam Hussein when “Ace in a.m. to 5 p.m., daily. birthday and beyond. forms should be submitted to CPR. The class will be on May the Hole” airs on the Military the HHLA Honolulu office by 21 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Channel, today at 12 and 3 19 / Friday Funds for Charities — 4 p.m. on May 31. cost is $39 and includes the May p.m. and Sunday at 6 p.m. Outdoor Circle — Any Applications are now avail- To request an application book. Call 655-4927 to register. According to the Discovery Thursday in May is the time able for charities that are on Oahu, write Tina Garcia, 13 / Today Home Channel network, view- to get involved with the interested in receiving funds Hawaii Hotel and Lodging Hawaii Army Report – ers will meet the U.S. Soldiers Outdoor Circle and your local from the upcoming May 21 Association, 2250 Kalakaua Tune in to the Hawaii Army and intelligence officers who community. Participate in a Hawaii Hotel and Lodging Ave., Suite 404-4, Honolulu, Cable Network, TV-2, for the actually captured Saddam weekly, one-hour litter pick-up Association Visitor Industry HI 96815. Send faxes to 924- Hawaii Army Report, which is Hussein. The broadcast is a session along Moanalua Road Charity Walk. Charities may 3843. first-hand account of the strat- (fronting Pearl Ridge request applications from the a biweekly television newscast egy and tactics that went into Elementary School) on May 19 association by mail or fax and CPR — The American Red hosted by Spec. Mary Simms, capturing the former Iraqi dic- and/or 26 from 9 to 10 a.m. covering the Army team in tator. The network says the Call 488-0268 for more Hawaii. program will show interviews information. This program is produced with more than a dozen U.S. by the 25th Infantry Division Soldiers who carried out the 20 / Saturday (Light) and U.S. Army, Hawaii, dramatic capture, as well as New Baby Expo — It’s May 13 - May 20 Sgt. Smith Theater Public Affairs Office and TV-2. footage of the intense skir- spring and the Neal Blaisdell Today Check the TV-2 schedule for mish Exhibition Hall will be the Morning Evening dates and times. (See page B-2 location to celebrate babies at 6:00 Sign On 6:00 Community Focus Guess Who of the Hawaii Army Weekly.) 18 / Wednesday the 8th Annual New Baby 6:26 NSPS What to Expect in 6:12 Welcome Home 7 p.m. (PG-13) Bowfin Park — Return to Expo. Dozens of new vendors Hawaii Redeployment Montage “Grease” at Wheeler — Iwo Jima on the lanai at are joining the expo this year, 7:38 After the Storm 6:17 Arm Values Respect The Wheeler Middle School is Bowfin Park when historian so when you can stroll through 8:00 Army News Watch 6:24 Safety Video Saturday proud to present two perform- Daniel Martinez takes you the aisles May 21 and 22, 8:30 Pentagon Channel 6:30 NSPS What to Expect in 9:00 Pentagon Channel Hawaii Miss Congeniality 2: ances of “Grease,” one on May along on a May 18 journey. See you’ll find more than 150 10:00 Welcome Home 7:44 What’s Down the Drain Armed and Fabulous 13 and the second on May 14, the visual presentation of exciting booths showcasing Redeployment Montage 4 7:52 Welcome Home MG Olson 7 p.m. (PG-13) both showing at 7 p.m. what it was like in World War everything for new parents 10:06 Safety Video 7:56 Safety Video Students have worked very II Iwo Jima, and what it is like and babies. 10:10 Bulletin Board 8:00 NFL-100 Greatest TDs hard during the past two now. Remember the historic “Nanny On the Net” will be 10:56 Welcome Home 9:04 Antiterrorism FP Sunday months, according to adminis- battlefield alongside veterans able to assist you in finding Redeployment Montage 3 9:21 Safety Video trators and faculty, to bring as they retrace their footprints the perfect live-in, full-time or 11:02 Dash & Grab 9:25 Dash and Grab Guess Who this production together for in the sands of Iwo Jima. part-time nanny for your 11:11 Hawaii: Hidden Beauty, 9:35 Welcome Home 7 p.m. (PG-13) everyone’s enjoyment. Light refreshments will be child. Or, if you want to know Hidden Danger Redeployment Montage 2 11:30 What’s Down the Drain 9:40 Bulletin Board Admission to the play is served at 6:30 p.m. followed by how to communicate with 11:38 Welcome Home 10:26 NSPS What to Expect in Wednesday free; however, donations are Martinez’s program at 7 p.m. your child before he or she Redeployment Montage 2 Hawaii Miss Congeniality 2: welcome to support the drama This program is free and open speaks, “Baby Signs with 11:42 Safety Video 11:38 What’s Down the Drain program. The performance to the public. For more infor- Aloha” will dazzle you with 12:00 Pentagon Channel 11:46 Youth Protection Armed and Fabulous will be staged in the auditori- mation, contact Bowfin Park simple sign-language tech- 7 p.m. (PG-13) um at Wheeler Middle School, at 423-1341. niques that your baby can Afternoon Overnight complete with dancing, The USS Bowfin understand and use. 2:00 After the Storm Pentagon Channel singing and a whole lot of Submarine Museum and Park Whether it’s maternity 2:23 Bulletin Board Thursday 2:54 NSPS What to Expect in laughing. is a nonprofit organization clothes, questions about nurs- Hawaii Guess Who If you have any questions, whose mission is to restore ing, clothing for children, baby 4:00 Pentagon Channel 7 p.m. (PG-13) contact Cheryl Messina, and preserve the World War II products or finding a photog- drama coordinator, at 622- submarine USS Bowfin (SS- rapher, vendors at the New The theater is closed Monday & Tuesday. May 13, 2005 COMMUNITY Hawaii Army Weekly B-3 Do American juries get it right? Part Two of Two Story by Celebrating Maj. Craig E. Merutka Office of the Staff Judge Advocate Freedom of Religion 25th Infantry Division (Light) The American people believe that the jury sys- Allison Carr, 8th Grade Celebrating tem works. In a recent study, a sampling of the Wheeler Middle School When my mother American public agreed by a 78 to 17 percent mar- was growing up, her Equality gin that “the jury system is the most fair way to family was of the Alexis Hernandez, 8th Grade determine the guilt or innocence of a person accused Catholic religion. Wheeler Middle School of a crime.” She met several peo- A recent survey of federal judges concurs. Ninety- ple of different reli- Equality means a lot seven percent of the 594 federal judges surveyed said gions throughout her to me. It means free- they agree with jury verdicts most or all of the time. years, and my moth- dom, happiness, and respect. I don’t think By an 8-1 ratio, federal judges say that if they were on er was lucky because we can have a success- trial, they would prefer to have their dispute decided she had a brother ful nation without giv- by a jury rather than a judge. that studied religion ing everyone equal In the military justice system, juries are formed into and was able to treatment. Our nation court martial panels, and jurors are referred to as teach her about all of was built on the con- panel members. The senior ranking member of a panel the different ways cept that all men are is titled the president of the court martial. arr people believed in Allison C created equal. God. You can’t be free if Do juries have to be representative of the peo- you are treated differ- ple? She learned to respect all other religions and ently. Not treating peo- chooses to claim no religion, and believe in God, ple equally has led our A series of Supreme Court cases has held that the and in God only. country to so much hardship. SoAlexis Hernandez requirement of an impartial jury means that jurors Through this belief she has encountered several many American lives could have been spared must be chosen from a representative cross section of See “Religion,” page B-6 the community, with no persons excluded on the basis of race, sex or other impermissible factors. In the military justice system, court martial panel Celebrating Your See “Equality,” page B-6 members are selected by the Court Martial Convening Authority, and are those best qualified for the duty by Freedom reason of their age, education, training, experience, length of service and judicial temperament. Brea Matthews, 8th Grade Wheeler Middle School How many people constitute a jury? Traditionally,juries consist of 12 members who must We hold in our reach a unanimous verdict. However, Supreme Court hands, the most pre- cases have held that the number 12 is not essential and cious gift of all: that juries can consist of fewer members. In one case, Freedom. The freedom approving of a six-person jury,the Court concluded that to express our art. Our a six-person jury was “large enough to promote group love. The freedom to be deliberation, free from outside attempts at intimida- who we want to be. We Law Day tion, to provide a fair possibility of obtaining a repre- are not going to give sentative cross-section of the community.” that freedom away and no one shall take it To celebrate Law Day 2005, the Office of the Many states have set numbers under 12 for particu- Staff Judge Advocate and Wheeler lar types of cases. from us! In the military justice system, there must be at least —Diane Frolov and Elementary and Middle Schools conducted an three members for a Special Court Martial and at least Andrew Schneider, essay and poster contest. Students were Northern Exposure, allowed to pick the topic for their essays, five members for a General Court Martial. Brea Matthews Cicely, 1992 highlighting an aspect of our American government or laws that they most appreciate. Do juries have to be unanimous? To me, the phrase “Celebrate Your Freedom” The poster contest emphasized this year’s means to appreciate the rights that have been Traditionally, juries are unanimous, but the theme, “The American Jury: We the People in given to me. Knowing that years ago my ancestors Supreme Court has upheld verdicts of 11-1, 10-2, and 9- Action.” From the many creative submissions, 3. were unable to attain such liberty, shows just how blessed and fortunate I am to be an African- the top three in each contest category will be In the military justice system, at least two-thirds of recognized at the next school assembly. the panel members must vote to convict before an indi- American Prizes will be awarded to those students in vidual is found guilty.The vote must be unanimous if a See “Freedom,” page B-6 possible penalty includes death. recognition of their submissions. B-4 Hawaii Army Weekly COMMUNITY May 13, 2005 Wheeler Army Airfield to host May 21-22 Sunset in the Park WAHIAWA – The Wahiawa For keiki, there will be a Lions Club; the City and children’s area with Xtreme County of Honolulu; the U.S Fun, E.K. Fernandez rides and Army, Hawaii; and a grateful games, keiki ID and other team of businesses and com- activities such as face paint- munity organizations have ing, tattooing and pony rides. come together to host Sunset Additionally, there will be a in the Park, May 21-22, at display featuring the collection Wheeler Army Airfield. of restored military vehicles by Themed “Homecoming for the Hawaii Military Vehicles Heroes,” this event will be the Preservation Association. first joint military and civilian Street Bikers United homecoming celebration for Hawaii will provide a classic Hawaii troops since their and custom motorcycle display deployment in January 2004. featuring “hot bikes” from The two-day event will be start Hawaii and the mainland. each day at 12 noon and run until 10 p.m. Movies Photo Courtesy of the USS Missouri Memorial Association The celebration will be a At sunset, movies will be Members of the Wheeler Army Airfield-based Company C, 25th Aviation Regiment, who are assisted by welcome home for more than shown on a 30-foot screen for Company G, 58th Aviation Regiment, and Headquarters and Headquarters Company, Aviation Brigade, help 10,000 Soldiers. The special family viewing. out a fellow “American Hero” last fall. After 1st Sgt. Dean Walker visited the Battleship Missouri Memorial, he welcoming will honor the On Saturday evening, the Soldiers of the 25th Infantry suggested that his unit’s routine physical training, or PT, regimen be adjusted to fit a mission aboard the feature presentation will be Division (Light), the Hawaii Mighty Mo. Hence, the Soldiers tightened the ship’s lines that moor her to Pier Foxtrot-5. the academy award-nominat- National Guard, and the Army ed film “Finding Neverland,” Reserve who were deployed to starring Johnny Depp and Iraq and Afghanistan during Kate Winslet. On Sunday the past year. evening, the blockbuster movie Mighty Mo offers May discount Entertainment will be “National Treasure” starring Nicholas Cage. All military personnel to and safeguarding our freedom,” said Deck” for visitors from around the Star attractions will high- Don Hess, president and chief operat- world to see when they visit the light the two-day event. On Food receive special admission ing officer of the association. “We are Battleship Missouri Memorial, located Saturday, the entertainment truly grateful for the many sacrifices in Pearl Harbor. Popular restaurants from PEARL HARBOR — As part of schedule includes Carole Kai the military and their families make The USS Missouri Memorial the surrounding communities Hawaii Military Appreciation Month and Kimo Kahoano, and per- on our behalf.” Association, Inc., is a private Hawaii- have agreed to participate and in May, the USS Missouri Memorial formances by Sonya Mendez, Regular admission to the based nonprofit organization desig- will be providing great food at Association is proud to announce that Frank DeLima, Brickwood Battleship Missouri Memorial is $16 nated by the U.S. Navy as caretaker of affordable prices. it will be offering 50-percent off Galuteria and HAPA. per adult and $8 per child, ages 4-12. the battleship Missouri. The associa- Eateries include admission at the Battleship Missouri On Sunday, the 25th Regular military and kamaaina rates tion operates the Battleship Missouri Time2Grind, Paradise Water Memorial to all active duty, reserve Infantry Division (Light) Band are $10 per adult and $5 per child. Memorial. Ice, Ono Kettle Korn, Pizza and retired U.S. military personnel Brass Quintet will perform in Guided tours of the Missouri are addi- President George Herbert Walker Hut, Slush Puppies, State and their immediate family members. the early afternoon, with tional. Bush is the memorial’s honorary Street Beef Co., Dong Yang Military personnel and their imme- Simplicity, the Krush and Jake Affectionately referred to as the chairman of the board. The memorial Inn, Jimmy’s Lakeside Bakery diate family will also receive 10-per- Shimabukuro on stage in the “Mighty Mo,” the USS Missouri (BB- is supported by admissions, retail and and Cafe, Giovanni’s White cent off retail purchases at the Victory evening, leading up to the 63) first captured worldwide attention concession sales, donations, grants Shrimp Truck, Dot’s of Store. To take advantage of this offer, movie feature. on Sept. 2, 1945, as the site of the end and the work of volunteers. It is not Wahiawa, Café Kaya/North qualified visitors must present their of Japan’s unconditional surrender, supported with government funding. Shore Farms, Leo’s Taverna military ID at the Battleship Missouri Attractions ending World War II. A plaque now The association was formed in 1994 Greek Restaurant, Billy’s Food Memorial. marks the exact location of the sur- and includes a cross-section of leaders Wheeler’s Sunset in the Spot, Three Star Restaurant, “We are very proud to be able to render, and copies of the original docu- from Hawaii’s business, civic, political, Park will feature the work of Hawaiian Roasted Corn, extend this special offer to the brave ments are displayed on the “Surrender and retired military communities. talented crafters and artists, Grilled Hawaiian Steaks, men and women serving our country as well as businesses promot- Nano’s Filipino Food, L&L of ing their products and services Wahiawa and E.K. Fernandez at a community Market Place. Cotton Candy. May 13, 2005 COMMUNITY Hawaii Army Weekly B-5 Dogs look to Vaccination changes owners as their sought for dogs, cats pack leaders By Capt. Emily C. Gocke- Smith By Nadia Gassert-Depape Schofield Barracks Veterinary Treatment Facility Contributing Writer There are only two positions in the dog social world, leader For many years, veterinari- and follower, according to Cesar Millan, a popular dog behav- ans have recommended annual ior expert who also hosts his own cable television program. vaccinations for dogs and cats. If you are not establishing yourself as the “pack leader” in However, in the last five years, your household, he often says, you are relegating yourself to veterinarians have been look- being merely a roommate to your canine companion. ing critically at these require- With no motivation to follow, dogs develop behavior issues, ments and asking, “Are we vac- experts agree. cinating individual patients too Millan teaches, “In the wild, a dog’s survival depends upon often and with too many vac- a strong, stable and organized pack where every member cines?” knows its place and follows the rules established by the pack Concerns raised with over- leader. The pack instinct,” he continues, “is perhaps the vaccinating include feline vac- strongest natural motivator for a dog. cine-induced fibrosarcomas and “To be an effective owner, you need to become your canine’s canine autoimmune disease. calm, assertive pack leader.” Autoimmune disease occurs Research shows that a dog that doesn’t trust its human to when the body begins to view be a good pack leader becomes unbalanced and often exhibits itself as foreign and starts a unwanted or antisocial behaviors like excessive barking, process of self-destruction. aggression or destruction of property. However, many well- Vaccine-induced fibrosarcomas meaning, but misguided, owners make the mistake of treat- are certain types of tumors that ing their beloved pet like a human child. can develop in response to vac- Many pet owners want their dogs to have fun and be free, cination. and they often coddle them or offer them a treat when they It is a proven fact that are feeling anxious or being naughty. However, by offering administration of vaccines will Spc Juan F. Jimenez affection or food while the dog’s mind is unbalanced, anxious cause, in some cats, the devel- or over-stimulated, owners are actually rewarding that opment of a fibrosarcoma. The On Monday at the clinic, Pfc. Martha Parker (left), an assistant veterinarian at the unbalanced state of mind and encouraging unwanted behav- true incidence of vaccine- Schofield Barracks vet clinic, performed an annual check up on Czar, while Corey iors, the experts say. induced fibrosarcomas in cats is Castleberry held him. “In nature, a dog that is a follower in the pack has calm, between 1 in 10,000, and 1 in submissive energy,” Millan emphasizes, “[which] is the ideal 1,000. Pet Fair energy for a dog to project at home. Because these tumors are In celebration of National “Signs of calm, submissive energy include a relaxed pos- aggressive, have a high rate of Pet Week, the Schofield ture, ears back and a nearly instinctual response to the pack recurrence, and can spread to leader’s commands,” he explains. “This is what you need to other parts of the body, they Barracks Veterinary Clinic project to show your dog that you are the pack leader. remain a concern to both vet- will host a Pet Fair the week “Note that ‘assertive’ does not mean angry or aggressive,” erinarians and pet owners of May 23-27, complete with he continues. “Calm, assertive means always compassionate, alike. contests, prizes, information but quietly in control.” booths and mega fun. Millan also gives advice about what makes your dog a Could we be doing more good follower. harm than good? we have adopted new vaccina- “Exercise, discipline, and affection — in that order,” he tion protocols that are tailored says. “These are the three ingredients needed to make a Several recent publications to the individual patient. We happy, balanced dog. have suggested that the con- specifically look at the realistic “[However,] most dog owners either only give affection, or ventional practice of adminis- risk of exposure, which is influ- don’t provide these three necessities in the correct order,” tering vaccines annually has enced by the pet’s age and envi- Millan explains. “Exercise means walking a dog a minimum failed to address the duration of ronment. of once a day and in the correct way. Discipline means giving immunity that is induced by We have chosen core vac- the dog rules, boundaries and limitations in a non-abusive these vaccinations. In fact, most cines which are determined by manner. animals have a protective 1) the severity of the disease “Affection means a reward given to our dogs, but only after immunity that lasts for several caused by the agent, 2) the risk they’ve achieved calm submission in our pack,” he adds. years after the vaccination. of spread of the agent to sus- Millan reminds that the walk is an extremely important For some vaccinations, the ceptible animals, and 3) poten- ritual for a dog that needs to take place a minimum of once a duration of immunity is less tial for an infection to spread day, for at least 30 to 45 minutes at a time, so that both the than a year. Examples include from an animal to a human. dog’s mind and body are provided a workout. It is also crucial, Leptospirosis and kennel We also carry non-core vacci- he believes, to act as the dog’s leader during a walk. nations, which may be needed cough. Spc. Juan F. Jimenez “That means the dog walks either next to or behind its Administering annual vacci- where a known or likely risk of exposure is anticipated, or Capt. William Mills (right), makes sure that Blue is owner, not pulling ahead,” he says. nations may not be accurately when the animal’s lifestyle rep- The dog behaviorist believes that if a dog is walking his or addressing the needs of our ready for a trip back home to the mainland with her resents a reasonable risk of her owner, then the dog perceives itself as the pack leader. patients. In 2000, the American owner Crystal Leisure. infection. The owner then cedes control to the dog. Association of Feline Practi- (kennel cough): Get the first • Feline Immunodeficiency If a dog doesn’t trust its owner to be in control, Millan Our typical vaccination tioners published a report that intranasal vaccine at 3 weeks of Virus, FIV: Cats should be test- says, it becomes unclear on its correct role within the pack. schedule include the following. recommended that adult cats age, subsequent boosters every ed for FIV before starting the “A dog that is confused about who is in charge is actually be vaccinated every three 6-12 months. concerned about the ability of the pack to survive. It tries to vaccine series. Get the first vac- years, rather than annually, For dogs cine at 9 weeks of age, first fill in the missing leadership elements, often erratically,” against feline panleukopenia, For cats Millan explains. “This can cause aggression, anxiety, fear, •Rabies: Get the first vac- booster in 2-3 weeks, second feline herpesvirus-1, and feline booster in 2-3 weeks, subse- obsessions or phobias.” calicivirus. cine at 12 weeks of age, first • Rabies: Get the first vac- quent boosters every year. Perhaps the most difficult concept for folks to grasp is In 2003, the American booster in one year, subsequent cine at 12 weeks of age, first that dogs are not just furry children. Treating them as our boosters every three years. booster in one year, subsequent Animal Hospital Association How do I make the best children may be good for us, but this treatment is not good Canine Vaccine Task Force •Canine Distemper, Ade- boosters every three years. for our dogs, as it confuses them. released its guidelines on novirus, Parvovirus, Parain- •Feline Herpesvirus, Cali- decision? Dogs require leadership to feel relaxed and that all is fluenza (DA2PP): Get the first civirus, Panleukopenia (FV- canine vaccination that also Together with your veteri- well in their universe. Pet owners must, therefore, become recommended a shift to the less vaccine at 6-8 weeks of age, first RCP): Get the first vaccine at 6- pack leaders to ensure an obedient, happy canine in the booster in 3-4 weeks, second 8 weeks of age, first booster in narian, you can decide on the frequent three-year booster most advantageous vaccination family. interval for adult dogs against booster in 3-4 weeks, third 3-4 weeks, second booster in 3-4 Dogs do not follow the friend, the buddy or the mommy, booster in one year, subsequent weeks, third booster in one scheme for your pet to maxi- distemper, parvovirus, aden- mize protection and minimize Millan says. They follow the strong. ovirus-2, and parainfluenza. boosters every three years. year, subsequent boosters every “Regular exercise, a strong, stable pack leader and • Leptospirosis: Get the first three years. risks. earned affection will result in a calm, balanced dog,” Millan So what does my cat or vaccine at 8 weeks of age, first • Feline Leukemia Virus, (Editor’s Note: For more adds. information, contact the dog need? booster in 3-4 weeks, subse- FeLV: Get the first vaccine at 9 (Editor’s Note: Cesar Millan’s television show “The Dog quent boosters every 6-12 weeks of age, first booster in 3- Schofield Barracks VTF at 433- Whisperer” is telecast Monday through Friday at 9 p.m. on At the Schofield Barracks months. 4 weeks, subsequent boosters 8531 or 433-8532. Call the Fort the National Geographic Channel.) Veterinary Treatment Facility, • Bordetella bronchiseptica every year. Shafter VTF at 433-2271.) Hawaii Military Appreciation month continues Today & Saturday Pearl Harbor and other military admission on May 27, and military hands-on exhibits of military Afghanistan. The Polynesian Cultural Center units. will be extended a low $5 rate for weapons, equipment and insignia This two-day event will be held will feature its “Military Days” pro- The keynote speaker will be Maj. the popular “ARTafterDARK” used in different periods in histo- on Wheeler Army Airfield and will gram on May 13 and 14. Military Gen. Eric Olson, commanding gen- event. ry, from the U.S. Civil War to the include mega games and enter- families will be treated to a fun- eral of the 25th Infantry Division This month’s show is themed present. tainment and ono food. filled day at Hawaii’s premier cul- (Light), redeploying back from Iraq “Turkish Delights” and will feature Visitors will see displays of tural center featuring its island and Afghanistan. Outstanding live entertainment, zip-tours of restored, vintage military vehicles May 30 shows, IMAX theater, buffet dinner Community Service awards and the selected galleries, and food and bev- and field artillery pieces. Also, the Mayor Mufi Hannemann will and evening show. Chamber’s Aloha Spirit Award will erage purchases from 6 to 9 p.m. Gallery of Heroes and the special preside over Memorial Day servic- Discounted tickets are available be presented. exhibit on the life of Hawaii’s own es at the National Memorial only at military ticket offices. Chamber members and the pub- Thursday Gen. Eric Shinseki — the first Cemetery of the Pacific in lic are invited to purchase tickets The Hale Koa Hotel will pres- American of Asian ancestry to be Punchbowl at 9 a.m. Wednesday now for this very special occasion ent the annual “Salute to the appointed as the Chief of Staff of Governor Linda Lingle will pre- First Hawaiian Bank and honoring the men and women Military Luau” with a discounted the U.S. Army — will be on display. side over services at the Memorial Alexander and Baldwin, Inc., spon- returning from the war on terror- ticket price will follow on Plaza of the Hawaii State sor the annual Military Recognition ism. Call Brenda at 545-4300, ext. Thursday at the Luau Garden at 5 May 21-22 Veterans Cemetery in Kaneohe Luncheon at the Hilton Hawaiian 317, or e-mail bwatson@coc p.m. This event will feature spe- The Wahiawa Lions Club will starting at 1 p.m. Village Hotel from noon to 1:30 p.m. hawaii.org for ticket and table cial door prizes and giveaways for team with U.S. Army Garrison, Grave sites will be adorned State government and business information. military. Hawaii, and government, busi- with lei gathered by the school leaders, veterans and other resi- ness and civic leaders to host a children of Hawaii. dents are invited to join with the Monday & May 27 May 21 “Sunset in the Park” that wel- Chamber in welcoming home troops The Honolulu Academy of Arts The Hawaii Army Museum will comes home Soldiers, Marines and (Editor’s Note: Events are open from Schofield Barracks, Wheeler will be providing several opportuni- host its annual “Living History other service men and women who to the public. See the MWR Web Army Airfield, Marine Corps Base ties for service members and their Day” at Fort DeRussy from 10 a.m. recently returned after completing site as the event nears for details at Hawaii, Hickam Air Force Base, families. Military will enjoy free to 3 p.m. This event features combat tours in Iraq and www.mwrarmyhawaii.com.) B-6 Hawaii Army Weekly COMMUNITY May 13, 2005

Tubman, Sojourner Truth, and many others, Equality From B-3 Freedom From B-3 Abolition of Slavery not only risked their safety, but also the safety of their families. in the Civil War if we had in today’s society. Neither slavery nor involuntary servi- I appreciate and celebrate the courage and treated each other equally. I don’t have to be ashamed of what I do, or tude, except as a punishment for crime patience of these honorable role models, and The mental scars our country what I believe, because I am free to express whereof the party shall have been duly con- thank them for the sacrifices they made, in carries are worse than the who I am. I am allowed to contribute my opin- victed, shall exist within the United States, order to achieve the greater goal — freedom. physical scars. ions and ideas to the government by voting and or any place subject to their jurisdiction. The freedom of speech, the freedom of religion, It’s hard to be happy when serving on a jury, which at one time women — 13th Amendment, U.S. Constitution, the freedom to be considered an equal people are judging you. could not do. 1865 American, and the freedom to no longer live in Especially when you’re being I am grateful for those who stood up to the the same fear that my ancestors did. judged for something you can’t law and challenged the moral flaws in our The Right to Vote It is because of my gratitude to my prede- change. You can’t change how nation; it is because of this that I now have The right of citizens of the United States cessors and admiration of their fighting for you were born, or the circum- freedom. to vote shall not be denied or abridged by their beliefs, that I am proud to be an stances you were born into. If In the years 1619 through 1865, African- the United States or by any state on account American. people would stop judging Americans were continually brought to of race, color, or previous condition of servi- This is what I feel “Celebrating Your each other and started treat- America to be traded into slavery and to work tude. Freedom” means. It’s appreciating your free- ing each other equally, our on plantations all around the country. They —15th Amendment, U.S. Constitution, dom and rejoicing about it. nation would be much happi- were treated cruelly and had no freedoms 1870 Like Franklin Roosevelt once said, “In the er. whatsoever. They were banned from reading truest sense, freedom cannot be bestowed; it When you respect someone books, writing, and any type of education. Their The right of citizens of the United States must be achieved.” you treat them as your equal. voices were muffled in fear of the punishment to vote shall not be denied or abridged by You expect them to have the that would occur if they did otherwise. the United States or by any state on account same choices. When they pay Some slaves attempted to escape the unjust of sex. the same bus fare, they should laws of the slave states. While a few were suc- —19th Amendment, U.S. Constitution, be able to choose their own cessful, most were not. Those that failed had to 1920 seat. You can’t have one with- suffer severe consequences. out the other. Although much blood was shed and many We have a great nation. If lives lost, there were very few recorded They represent the struggles and determina- we could treat each other with achievements in a former slave’s life. They had tion of abolitionists, heroes and heroines who more equality we would have no real liberty and they believed that their knew the importance of freedom and were will- more freedom, happiness, and color would prohibit them from ever being ing to fight for it. respect. When we start treat- truly free. Heroes and Heroines such as Malcolm ing each other equally, the sky Today and tomorrow are days of triumph. X, Martin Luther King Jr., Harriet is the limit.

I am Mexican-Puerto Rican and tion, Due Process and Religion From B-3 proud of what I am. I also think others should be proud of what but I Equal Protection miracles in her life, and with that they are. have one Freedom of Religion suggestion. I under the law information, I wish to follow in her I have heard stories Congress shall make no law footprints. of racism and dis- think we should respecting an establishment of All persons born or nat- I was taught never to disrespect crimination explain to all of the chil- religion. uralized in the United any religion or race and have met but have dren that everyone is the States … are citizens of the many people of different religions. I never been a same, no matter what race or —1st Amendment, U.S. United States. …No state have learned all of this in only 13 part of that, religion. Constitution, 1791 shall make or enforce any years of my life spent on earth. and I wish to We are all equal. There is no rea- law which shall abridge I am appalled by the ignorance of never be a part son to be evil and discriminate. Freedom from Hate the privileges or immuni- others who have been in this world for of it. If everyone would have some- ties of citizens of the 20 or more years and still don’t under- I am happy to say I am proud of thing greater to believe in, the Title 18, Section 245, of the United States; nor shall stand, nor do they want to be at peace the way my family is and the way word racial or prejudice would not United States Code, makes it any state deprive any per- and respect each other regardless of they are teaching me to be. I see be used as often as it is now. unlawful to willfully injure, Discrimination and racism son of life, liberty, or prop- their race or religion. how all of my family members near intimidate or interfere with comes from anger and hate. erty, without due process of I know it’s wrong to discriminate or far do not discriminate upon oth- another person’s lawful exer- law; nor deny to any person against race, and I know it’s wrong to ers, no matter what they are or Everyone should be happy that we have all been given the greatest cise of the benefits of citizen- within its jurisdiction the discriminate against religion. With what they believe in. ship on account of that per- I never have any problems with opportunity, and that is life. equal protection of the what my mother has told me and what son’s race, color, religion or laws. I have learned is that religion is a big race or religion at my school, but I There is the amazing world national origin. — 14th Amendment, part of the world, and I have come to have heard of it at other schools. around us and much to see and do U.S. Constitution, 1868 respect and believe in God, and only in I don’t have all the answers to in this world. There is no reason to God, till the end of my years. stop racial or religious discrimina- hate. B-8 Hawaii Army Weekly SPORTS & FITNESS May 13, 2005

June 1 to Aug. 12. Call 655-0856 for be from 1 to 4 p.m. Participants may enter in various categories MWR more details. only sign up for one local competition. Local and compete for various Parents of players eligible to Sports prizes. Sports 14 / Saturday advance will be responsible for expens- Individual entry fee and Pitch, Hit and Run — This free es. Call 438-9336 for more information. May finisher T-shirt is $60, May program will allow children ages 7 to 28 / Saturday teams $100. Entries must 13 / Today 14 to showcase their pitching, hitting Fitness Expo — Visit the Health North Shore be postmarked by tomor- Sports Night — Every Monday and running abilities. Boys and girls and Fitness Center on Schofield Triathlon — In honor of row. evening from 4 to 9 p.m., watch satellite can compete in four different age Barracks for a morning of fun on May Soldier and Capt. Mike For more details, contact sports, ESPN and more, while enjoying groups. 14 from 8 a.m. till noon. The schedule Tarlavsky, who was killed Chris Gardner at 372-8885 a special sports bar menu at Reggie’s. In each age group, the all-around for the day will be as follows: in action on Aug. 12, 2004, or surf www.hawaii Call 655-4466 for more information. pitching, hitting and running champi- • 8 a.m., Hatha Yoga. in An Najaf, Iraq, the Bike swim.com. ons from local competitions will get the • 9 a.m., Step and Core Class. Factory will present Intramural Volleyball — opportunity to advance in further com- • 10 a.m. – noon, Body Composition “Tarlavsky’s North Shore 28 / Saturday Participate in this season’s Intramural petitions. Testing with a question and answer Triathlon 2005” at Surfing Mele — “The Volleyball. Applications are due to the On-site sign ups will be held at the session with personal trainers. Mokuleia Beach Park, May opening of Da’ FlowRider Sports Office by today. Aliamanu Military Reservation base- • 10:30 a.m., New Balance shoe and 28 beginning at 6 a.m. at the Hawaiian Waters The volleyball season will run from ball fields tomorrow. Both sign-ups will foot clinic. Tarlavsky was involved Adventure Park is in many All events are free and all partici- in all things sports, from ways a gift back to our pants will have a chance to enter to win scuba diving and kayaking youth who are passionate fitness door prizes. Call 655-8007 for to rock climbing and sky- about board sports,” said Mighty Five run more information. diving. His beloved and General Manager Jerry athletic wife Tricia joins Pupillo regarding the 15 / Sunday the Bike Factory in invit- upcoming Blue Hawaii 5 Game No Tap Tourney — Win ing you to participate by Surf/Ezekiel Midnight cash prizes every first and third swimming 400 meters, bik- Mele. “This is really their Sunday at the Schofield Bowling ing 10 miles and running park, and we are excited to Center, beginning at 1 p.m. Cost is $20 three miles in individual or heighten their adventur- per bowler. team relays. ous experience by offering Call 655-0573 for more details. Men and women can the perfect million-dollar wave in the home of surf- 21 / Saturday ing.” Teen Dodgeball — Bring your Blue Hawaii Surf / friends, beginning at 5 p.m., and enjoy Ezekiel Midnight Mele is a great game of teen dodgeball at the the first of several antici- Tropic’s outside courts. Call 655-0002 pated “flowboarding” com- for more information. petitions at the park, which will feature the Ongoing skills of some of the top Summer Camp — If you’re inter- board sport professionals. ested in meeting new people, going on For more information on field trips and loads of fun, then the Da’ FlowRider, visit www. Spc. Juan Jimenez Middle School Teen Summer Camp is daflowrider.com. Soldiers of the 65th Engineer Battalion take part in a four-mile Mighty just what you’re looking for. For information on Five Run, May 6, to show support for upcoming inactivations of five Registration is currently being admission prices, group separate battalions on Schofield Barracks in May and June. accepted at Resource and Referral for discounts and special the June 13 through July 8 camp. Tarlavsky events, call 674-9283. May 13, 2005 SPORTS & FITNESS Hawaii Army Weekly B-9 Army wrestlers qualify for World team trials Staff Sgt. Dremiel Byers and Sgt. Iris Story and Photo by Tim Hipps Smith led the All-Army team by winning Army News Service their respective weight classes, as did Sgt. LAS VEGAS — Twelve All-Army Tina George, a member of the U.S. Army wrestlers earned berths in the U.S. World World Class Athlete Program (WCAP) who Team Trials by finishing among the top competed here for New York Athletic Club seven in their respective weight classes in because her WCAP paperwork was not com- the 2005 U.S. National Wrestling pleted in time for the tournament. Championships, April 29 and 30. Byers, one of only four Americans to win Those who won national championships a Greco-Roman world championship, defeat- at the Las Vegas Convention Center earned ed New York Athletic Club’s Russ Davie in top seeds and will advance directly to the the Greco heavyweight final. championship series finals in the world “Getting back [to the world team trials] team trials scheduled for June 18 and 19 in gives me an opportunity to measure myself Ames, Iowa. against some of the top wrestlers in the world,” said Byers, who won a world championship in 2002. Byers flashed five fingers Let’s play ball! after being awarded a plaque for winning the title, signify- ing his fifth national championship. “I won’t dwell on what happened here today,” he said. “I just want to hit the ground running and get ready for the [world team] trials.” Smith won her fourth national crown by defeating defending champion Ali Bernard of New Ulm, Minn., Sgt. Iris Smith (top) defeats Ali Bernard of New Ulm, Minn., in the women’s 72- in the women’s 158.5-pound kilogram/158.5-pound finale of the 2005 U.S. National Wrestling freestyle finale. Championships, April 30 at Las Vegas Convention Center. “She can go out there and score points — that’s never men’s Greco-Roman 145.5-pound final, los- tory in the Western Regional Qualifier in been a problem for her,” said ing to Gator Wrestling Club’s Harry Lester, March at Laramie, Wyo., he’s qualified in Staff Sgt. Shon Lewis, WCAP who upset top-seeded Sgt. Oscar Wood in both disciplines for the world team trials. wrestling coach. “Tonight she the semifinals. Staff Sgt. Duaine Martin, Sgt. Jess stuck with the game plan and Wood, a 2004 Olympian, also lost to Sgt. Hargrave, Pfc. Keith Ahearn, and Capt. finished the match.” Glenn Garrison who finished third in the Neal Rodak also earned berths in the world George won her third weight class. team trials by finishing among the top national championship by Wood, who finished fifth here, took a seven in their respective weight classes. defeating Sunkist Kids’ break from wrestling after the Olympic Pfc. Jermaine Hodge and Pvt. Everette Marcie Van Dusen in the Games in Athens, Greece, and is still work- McDaniel just missed the cutoff by finishing women’s freestyle 121-pound ing his way back to top form. eighth. Five other All-Army wrestlers failed weight class. “The world team trials are still six weeks to place. Two-time U.S. Olympic away,” Lewis said. “He’s going to be ready to All told, Lewis said the All-Army team Trials winner and four-time go.” earned a grade of C+ or B-. Spc. Juan Jimenez national champion Staff Sgt. Cooper, a former member of the All- “We weren’t able to bring home the team A batter with 725th Main Support Battalion hits a Keith Sieracki moved up to Marine wrestling team and a national title, but we had a good presence,” he said. ball deep into the outfield during a game against the 185-pound Greco-Roman champion in 2001, battled a stomach virus It’s only a matter of time, Byers said, 225th Forward Support Battalion at Gimlet Field, weight class and lost in the throughout the tourney. until the Soldiers regain their form that Schofield Barracks, Tuesday. Men’s and women’s finals to New York Athletic Capt. Eric Albarracin, normally a captured four national Greco-Roman team Club’s Brad Vering, a 2004 freestyle wrestler (competing in Greco- titles in the previous five years. intramural softball seasons began this week and Olympian. Roman for the first time in the national (Editor’s note: Tim Hipps writes for the will conclude in August. Staff Sgt. Marcel Cooper championships), finished third in the 121- U.S. Army Community and Family Support represented the Army in the pound division. Coupled with a freestyle vic- Center in Alexandria, Va.) B-10 Hawaii Army Weekly SPORTS & FITNESS May 13, 2005 Tripler places first in K-Bay Swamp Romp

MARINE CORPS BASE headlong into muck along a HAWAII — The “Living nearly five-mile course com- Aloha” team, with members prised of a mud pit, a log mostly from Tripler Army wall, another hundred-foot Medical Center, took first strip of mud and a quarter- place in the mixed division in mile of waist-deep muck that the 11th Annual Swamp is part of the Nuupia Ponds Romp at Kaneohe Bay, April Wildlife Management Area 23. bordering Kaneohe Bay. “The team wanted to have The six-member teams some fun, and most of us com- were required to finish pleted the run in a previous together. For each teammate year,” said Capt. Trang not crossing the finish line Nguyen of Tripler Army with the rest of the team, the Medical Center’s Troop team was penalized one Command. “We are all run- minute. Needless to say, the ners and thought it would be Tripler team was all for one a strong team,” and one for all on that mud- Fun for these six Soldiers, dragging day. and some 1,200 other partic- “It was fun to work ipants, was competing in together as a team and finish what has been called Oahu’s the race,” said Nguyen. “We dirtiest footrace. The Swamp never expected to win. Romp includes running, “We finished just under crawling, slogging, swim- one hour and are very happy ming and, for some, diving with that accomplishment.” A few hardened Swamp Romp veterans take the knee-deep mud in stride during the Swamp Romp. ‘Oahu’s dirtiest footrace’ travels a five-mile mud pit According to Marine Corps Community exciting part of the race for sure,” said Joe Story and Photos by Services, the Swamp Romp boasts a course Au, intramural sports coordinator for Sgt. Joseph A. Lee that gets even the grunts grueling every MCCS. “People were just diving into the Hawaii Marine Sports Editor year. The event is open to the daring, and mud head first. It was awesome!” CSSG-3 and JN Chevrolet invite everyone According to Au, there was a huge Waist-deep muck, then and anyone who thinks they can hack it, to crowd gathered at the first portion of the race. race, booing and heckling those who chose water bursting from a fire The teams of six were required to finish to take the dry route to avoid getting house awaited athletes together, and teams that finished without a muddy. Cheers of excitement came from Photo Courtesy of Maj. Melanie Sloan teammate were penalized 60 seconds from the crowd after every face-first nosedive. Muddied but unbloodied, “Living Aloha” took first their total race time. Runners circled back along the only place in the mixed division at the annual Swamp MARINE CORPS BASE HAWAII, Leaving the Boondocker Landing Zone paved portion of the route until they came Romp at MCB Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay, April 23. Team Kaneohe Bay — Military members, civil- area, runners continued past the rappel to a slight decline into the waste-deep members (front row, from left) Capt. Marc ians and adventure seekers from around tower into a thick mud pit and over a hill creek. Oahu joined Combat Service Support “It stunk to high heaven,” said Nathan Bustamante of Pacific Regional Medical Command and a log wall, before continuing along Group 3, April 23, for their 11th Annual JN DeWeerd of the Provost Marshals Office. Contracting Office; Capt. Nathan Swartz and 1st Lt. another treacherous 100-foot strip of mud Chevrolet Swamp Romp. that led to the back of LZ Boondocker to “The mud under the water was up to your Jason Constantino, both of Headquarters and “Oahu’s dirtiest footrace” began at the the street. Company A, 225th Forward Support Battalion; Boondocker building here at 7 a.m. The “That first part there was the most See “Romp,” page B-11 (back row, from left) Capt. Trang Nguyen of Tripler starting gun gave the eclectic Army Medical Center’s Troop Command; and Capt. group of runners their first Holly Swartz and Maj. Melanie Sloan, both of TAMC’s chance to get into the combat Pathology Department triumphed over more than training mood, as the nearly 1,200 other military and civilian competitors. 1,200 runners commenced to get dirty. May 13, 2005 SPORTS & FITNESS Hawaii Army Weekly B-11

Romp From B-10 waist, and I could swear that something was eating my skin, but who knows.” The race trail entered into the Nuupia Ponds Wildlife Management Area, and it was there that participants met up with the most daunting portion of the run — almost a quarter-mile stretch of waist-deep mud, where even the most fit of the 1,200 participants was slowed to sluggish pace. The trail continued through a pathway used primarily for armored, tracked vehicles, where the runners encountered a simulated combat environment. Sounds of machine guns blazing filled the Nuupia Ponds as the runners passed over, under and around a series of log obstacles. Just when they thought the tor- ture had ceased, runners crossed Mokapu Road and were hit with a fire hose before commencing the beach- One teammate hitches a ride using every method available to get through the muddy creek. run portion and turning around in the ocean at Fort Hase Beach. cess. Somewhat relieved of the stinky “Everything has gone extremely mud, the runners continued their run well this year,” he said. “We had more along the beach, low-crawling their participants this year than the last, way back to Mokapu Road, where and we hope to continue to help this they crossed again for the final leg of thing grow by offering an even better the near five-mile run. Swamp Romp next year.” As the teams looped around LZ After the event, runners showered Boondocker, it was painfully obvious and enjoyed complimentary refresh- what they had all just experienced, as ments while they awaited the some teams hobbled, hopped, then announcement of the winners. were carried and crawled across the The overall first place winners finish line. were the “G-Men,” who could be iden- “It’s been tremendous,” said coordi- tified by the words “Federal Agent” nator, Regina Reiche of MCCS. “There on the back of their T-shirts. The were absolutely no hitches whatsoev- women’s masters winners were Kelly er, and everyone got completely cov- Noonan’s “Wicked Cool.” For the ered in mud, which is exactly what we young men, Gary Harbison’s team wanted, so it was a huge success. captured first, while the men’s mas- “People said that it was a great ters first place winners were Tim course this year, and they were happy Noonan’s “Why us?” Above Ð Eager racers are slowed down and one hops a ride across because they got what they wanted — The womens’ open winners were the much of the swamp long course. to be completely covered in mud,” she “T&A,” or “Tactically Disadvantaged,” added. led by Maureen Manufeka. In the According to Reiche, the 197 teams warriors category, Rob Adams’ team, Left Ð Marine Cpl. John W. McJunkin (left) lets out a blast of motiva- of six that registered for the run was “Steel Rain” captured gold, and the tion as he participates in the Swamp Romp with Honolulu lifeguard just three shy of their goal of 200 overall military team was “3rd Lt. Dwight Perkins. teams, far more than last year’s Marine Nokadi,” led by Jason Kut. approximately 150 teams. The mixed-team winners from Col. Brian Hearnsberger, com- Tripler Army Medical Center were manding officer of CSSG-3, agreed Mark Bustamante’s team, called that the event was a spectacular suc- “Living Aloha.”