November 10, 2017 Published by U.S. Army IMCOM for those serving in the Republic of Volume 18, lssue 2 Read the latest news from the Army in Korea online at: www.Army.mil

The President of the , Donald J. Trump speaks with Army Sgt. Jerrell Knight during lunch at Nov. 7 as part of a 12-day tour of Southeast Asia. Trump then received a theater briefing from Gen. Vincent K. Brooks, Commander U.S. Forces Korea at Eighth Army Headquarters. — Department of Defense photo by Staff Sgt. Marcus Fichtl, , courtesy of Stars and Stripes

Trump visits Camp Humphreys

The President of the United States, Donald J. Trump and the President of the Republic of Korea, Moon Jae In, dine with United States Forces Korea service members, Korean Augmentees to the and Republic of Korea Forces at the Provider Grill, Camp Humphreys Nov. 7 as part of Trump’s 12-day tour of Southeast Asia. Following lunch Gen. Vincent K. Brooks, commander of USFK gave Trump a theater briefing at the Eighth Army headquarters. Trump will continue his tour where he will participate in a series of bilateral, multilateral and cultural engagements demonstrating continued commitment to the alliances and partnerships of the United States in the region. — U.S. Army photo by Bob McElroy, USAG Humphreys Public Affairs

Inside this Issue: GARRISONS EXTRAS Man on the street Page 08 USAG RED Cloud/Casey Page 04 Air Assault Page 06 Fire prevention Page 10 USAG Yongsan Page 10 Combined Federal Campaign Page 14 Tobacco cessation Page 18 USAG Humphreys Page 18 DMZ tours Page 16 MP NCO of the year Page 26 USAG Page 24 Military Spouse of the Year Page 30 Page 2 MORNING CALM www.army.mil

The Sgt. Luiz Sanchezdenova of 6-52 Air Defense Artillery Battalion Morning Calm listens for signs of breathing and observes the rise and fall of the Published by training mannequin’s chest during the medical lane of the 35th The United States Army Garrison Humphreys Air Defense Artillery Brigade Missile Defender of the Year Public Affairs Office in coordination with USAG competition Oct. 25 at . Each fall, the top air Red Cloud, USAG Yongsan and USAG Daegu defense crews from the Korean Peninsula compete in a Public Affairs Office series of events to claim the title of Missile Defender of USAG RED CLOUD the Year. Commander: Col. Brandon D.Newton Acting Public Affairs Officer: Franklin Fisher Writer/ Editor: Franklin Fisher Public Affairs NCO: Sgt. James M. Griffin Editorial Assistant Cpl. Lee Jin-woo and Pfc. Chae Shin-woo USAG YONGSAN Commander: Col. J. Scott Peterson Public Affairs Officer: Laurri L. Garcia Command Information Officer: Elizabeth A. Pyon Editor: Sgt. Brandon J. Thomas Staff Writers: Sgt. Park Min-je, Cpl. Lee Kyoungyoon, and Pfc. Kim, Hee-cheol USAG HUMPHREYS Commander: Col. Scott W. Mueller Public Affairs Officer: Bob McElroy Command Information Officer: Jim McGee Managing Editor: Clint Stone Staff Writer: Cpl. Kim, Dong Hyun Interns: Kim, Jae Woong and Lee, Ji Min USAG DAEGU Commander: Col. Robert P. Mann Public Affairs Officer: Teresa Kaltenbacher Command Information Officer: Anthony Mayne Staff Writers: Sgt. Soh, Jung-han and Pfc. Kim, Bum-joon Sgt. 1st Class Jarvas Thompson, Headquarters and Headquarters Battery, 35th ADA Brigade, tests Pfc. Luis Rivera’s, 6-52 Air Defense This Army newspaper is an authorized Artillery Battalion, protective mask’s seal during the chemical, publication for members of the Department of biological, radiological and nuclear lane of the 35th ADA Brigade Defense. Contents of The Morning Calm are Missile Defender of the Year competition Oct. 25 at Osan Air Base. not necessarily official views of, or endorsed by, the U.S. Government, Department of Defense, or Department of the Army. The editorial content of this biweekly publication is the responsibility of U.S. Army Garrisons in Korea. Circulation: 9,500 Printed by Culture Newspaper, a private firm in no way connected with the U.S. Government, under exclusive written contract with the Contracting Command. The civilian 35th Air Defense Artillery Brigade printer is responsible for commercial advertising. The appearance of advertising in this publication, including inserts or Missile Defender of the Year competition names supplements, does not constitute endorsement by the U.S. Army or Pyeongtaek Culture Newspaper of the products or service advertised. Everything advertised in this best crews for 2017 publication shall be made available for purchase, use or patronage without regard to race, religion, gender, national origin, age, Story and photos by Capt. Jonathon Daniell The best Battery Command Post crew was Pfc. Austin Sparks marital status, physical handicap, political 35th ADA Public Affairs and Pfc. Hipolito Gonzalez with 6-52 ADA Battalion. The Bat- affiliation, or any other non-merit factor of the tery Command Post crew monitors joint information networks OSAN AIR BASE, – Air Defense Artillery Soldiers purchaser, user or patron. If an violation or to provide early warning detection and relays that information rejection of this equal opportunity policy by an across the Korean Peninsula tested their intellect, endurance to the Engagement Control Station. advertiser is confirmed, the printer shall refuse and strength during the 35th ADA Brigade Missile Defender of to print advertising from that source until the The winning crew for the ECS was 2nd Lt. Connor Camp, Spc. the Year competition here Oct. 23-26. Joseph Cork and Spc. Alex Sanders of 6-52 ADA Battalion. The violation of the equal opportunity policy is Every fall, Soldiers from 6th Battalion, 52nd ADA Regiment, corrected. ECS is the battery’s control center for air battle management at Suwon Air Base, along with 2nd Battalion, 1st ADA Regiment, and the crew responsible for launching interceptors at enemy based at Camp Carroll, compete against each other for a year’s missiles during air battle operations. worth of bragging rights. The top Launcher Station crew went to Spc. Gerald Palmer “The most challenging part of the MDOY competition is the and Pfc. Arturo Del Villar of 2-1 ADA Battalion. Soldiers work- combination of the physical and mental aspects,” said 2nd Lt. ing in this crew execute the loading and reloading of intercep- Connor Camp, 6-52 ADA Battalion. “It really gives us a chance CEO: Chung, JongSoon(Sophia) tors, conduct routine maintenance and maneuver the Patriot Edit planners:Lee, SangBae to demonstrate our ability to show we are well-rounded Sol- launching station between firing locations. Editor: Hong, JeongHee diers.” Sgt. Glayton Gadson, Spc. Aaron Haines, Pfc. Clayton Glaun- Design: Cho, SungNam Sixteen teams competed in a variety of events ranging from a er and Pfc. Carlos Barrientos won the best Sentinel crew. These Head Manager: Chon, SangSong 010-3511-2328 demanding rucksack march with embedded situational train- Commercial Advertsing Soldiers are responsible for employing the mobile AN/MPQ-64 ing exercises throughout the course, to a formal board in front Sentinel radar to alert short range air defense crews of hostile Comm: (031) 651-7211 / Fax: (031) 651-7210 of the brigade command sergeant major, Command Sgt. Maj. Location & Mailing address : 3rd Fl, #522, targets. Gyonggi-daero, Pyongtaek City. Eric McCray. Finally, the number one Avenger crew went to Sgt. Kindal Each participating crew was either nominated or qualified at SUBMISSIONS OR COMMENTS: Holeman and Pfc. Brandi Brown. Avenger crews are part of the the battalion level, and was evaluated on a series of air defense short range air defense team. They use a surface-to-air missile Phone: DSN 754-1096 artillery specific drills and competencies before advancing to Managing Editor: [email protected] system mounted on a Humvee to shoot down enemy targets. the brigade-level competition. The brigade’s headquarters and headquarters battery was in The winning team for the Information and Coordination charge of planning, coordinating and resourcing the competi- Central crew went to Capt. John Hohng, Sgt. Luiz Sanchez and tion. It remains one of the brigade’s most exciting and high pro- Pfc. Lawrence Mabute with 6-52 ADA Battalion. The ICC is the file events of the year. battalion’s control center, it provides tactical supervision while “Overall, I think the event went well,” said Sgt. 1st Class Jona- networking with firing batteries and adjacent units. than Rasberry, 35th ADA Brigade MDOY noncommissioned of- The top Tactical Command System crew was Sgt. Cesar Cas- ficer in charge. “The Soldiers were challenged and each crew taneda, Sgt. Derrick Gordon, Pfc. Trenton Broughton and Pfc. clearly demonstrated they belonged to be here. Now we’re look- Dequawnta Raspberry with 6-52 ADA Battalion. The TCS crew ing forward to the banquet, which is always a great event.” is a battalion asset that directly supports the ICC by providing The winning crews received the Army Commendation Medal, Submitting stories or photos to early warning detection and situational awareness for the com- and will be recognized again in late November during the Mis- The Morning Calm Biweekly mander. sile Defender of the Year banquet. The banquet will also recog- Send your Letters to the Managing Editor, guest Spc. Ian Fletcher and Pfc. Noah Peyman assigned to 2-1 ADA nize the top South Korean Missile Defender of the Year, along Commentaries, story submissions, photos and Battalion won the best Systems Maintenance crew. The System with Air Force and Navy service members, for their contribu- Other items to: [email protected]. All items Maintenance crew conducts scheduled and preventive mainte- tions to ballistic missile defense in support of the ROK-U.S. alli- are subject to editing for content and to Insure nance and services exclusive to the Patriot station to sustain ance. x they conform with DoD guidelines. continuous operations. November 10, 2017 Advertisement Page 3 Page 4 MORNING CALM www.army.mil Area I steals march on flu season

Area I steals a march on the flu season Oct. 27, with flu shots made available to all comers inside the food court on Camp Casey in Dong- ducheon. A total of 450 Sol- diers, civilians, members of the Area I fire department and the Korean Service Corps, received the vaccines. On hand to give the flu shots were three nurses from the Army’s Medical Department Activity-Korea, and a medic from the 2nd Infantry Divi- sion/ROK-US Combined Divi- sion, with additional help from two USO volunteers. — U.S. Army photo by Cpl. Lee Jin-woo

Area I holds Mini Fall Festival on Camp Casey

Area I hosts a “2017 Mini Fall Festival” inside the food court on Camp Casey Oct. 31, a fun-filled, children-oriented event that drew more than 300 people, many of them exuberant youngsters from both the Area I military and local Korean communities. The evening’s activities included a children’s costume contest, a magic and bubble show, pumpkin painting, hand painting, a belly dance performance, and a variety of games. Participants were also given tickets that allowed them to order free from the food court’s restaurants. The gathering heard welcoming remarks from Chaplain Lee Yo-sup, U.S. Army Garrison Area I chaplain, and from Command Sgt. Maj. Jason R. Copeland, U.S. Army Garrison Casey’s senior enlisted leader. Also present were other chaplains from around Area I, as well as Steven J. Ryan, USAG Area I’s Deputy to the Garrison Commander. — U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Chae Shin-woo November 10, 2017 Advertisement Page 5 Page 6 MORNING CALM www.army.mil AREA I MAN ON THE STREET

Spc. Luis Quintanilla, truck driver, Spc. Chad Lewis, human resources specialist, Pfc. Sofia Alvarez, communications specialist, Headquarters Support Company, 70th Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 55th Military Police Company, 94th Military Brigade Support Battalion, 210th Field 194th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion, Police Battalion, 19th Expeditionary Artillery Brigade, 2nd Infantry Division/ 2nd Infantry Division/ROK-US Combined Sustainment Command. ROK-US Combined Division. Division.

“I had my first Army Thanksgiving at Fort “The food is always good. I love the “I think the food was the best of any of all Drum. It was a big, big event and the food was meals they cook and prepare for us on the other days. I like how the DFAC staff amazing. The first sergeants, sergeants major Thanksgiving. But, more importantly, the make it feel like home as much as possible by and officers were taking their own time to tradition is what touches home when you’re decorating the DFAC. They make it special. serve Soldiers. That was very thoughtful on away from home. Since we are all together It’s not just another DFAC dinner, it’s a real their part. It is great that the Army provides a in arms anyway, it’s that family bond of the Thanksgiving dinner. little bit of home on that big day.” Army, which honestly means a lot. That’s the bigger part of Thanksgiving, being thankful for who we are.” Our Question: “Each Thanksgiving, the Army makes a special point of serving a traditional Thanksgiving meal and, as here in Korea, it looks to have senior leaders serve the meal to Soldiers. If you’ve had that Thanksgiving meal before, what did you think of the meal and what, if anything, besides the food, do you like about this Army tradition?” U.S. Army photos by Sgt. James M. Griffin

Pvt. Michael Harper, Army paralegal Pvt. Stephon Lofton, information technology Pfc. Erykah Little, transportation manager, specialist, Headquarters Support Company, specialist, Headquarters and Headquarters Headquarters Support Company, 70th Brigade Headquarters and Headquarters Battalion, Company, 201st Expeditionary Military Support Battalion, 210th Field Artillery Brigade, 2nd Infantry Division/ROK-US Combined Intelligence Brigade, 1st Corps. 2nd Infantry Division/ROK-US Combined Division. Division.

“I have not had an Army Thanksgiving “I have had the Army Thanksgiving. I “I have had the Army Thanksgiving traditional yet. This will be my first. I feel like the look forward to the camaraderie. All of meal. I liked that the higherups wanted to be tradition is great. It’s great because the my battle buddies come together and the part of it. That says to me that no matter what Army is my second family. Thanksgiving DFAC looks . Not everyone is blessed rank we wear we are all still Soldiers and a big is all about family.” to have such good food on Thanksgiving. family. The meal – of course I liked the meal. It is nice to have good food and eat with I liked the variety of it. It had all the things the people you are with all the time.” a normal Thanksgiving celebration would have.” November 10, 2017 Advertisement Page 7 Page 8 MORNING CALM www.army.mil 210th Field Artillery Soldiers practice Casualty Removal

During casualty evacuation training on Camp Casey in Oct. 24, Soldiers of the 210th Field Artillery Brigade practice lowering a mock battle casualty from an M1068 command post vehicle. About 100 of the brigade’s Sol- diers, including senior leaders, took part in the training, which drilled them in the proper methods of removing wounded troops from a combat area. The brigade is part of the 2nd Infantry Division/ROK- US Combined Division. — U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Lee Hyeon-mi

Country singer Hunter Hayes performs Outdoor Concert on Camp Casey

Country music singer-songwriter Hunter Hayes performed in the cold for a cheering crowd of nearly 400 Soldiers and civilians in the parking lot of the Gateway Club on Camp Casey in Dongducheon Oct. 30. During the concert, which be- gan at 7 p.m. and wrapped up shortly before 9 p.m., Hayes per- formed 16 songs, including a cover of Tom Petty’s “Won’t Back Down,” and “Chicken Fried,” originally per- formed by the Zac Brown Band. Hayes took a few moments during the concert to thank the audience for their military service and noted that his father had served in the Army. Hayes said he considered himself “blessed” to be able to perform for the audience. After the concert he signed autographs and posed for photos with his fans. He had performed the day before at Camp Humphreys in Pyeongtaek. — U.S. Army photo by Sgt. James M. Griffin November 10, 2017 Advertisement Page 9 Page 10 MORNING CALM www.army.mil After decades of serving the USAG Yongsan community, the Arts and Crafts Center will be closing its doors Nov. 17. — U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Kim, Hee-cheol

Employees and customers are accelerating their last work at Yongsan Arts and Crafts Center. — U.S. Army photo by Pfc. The staff at the Yongsan Kim, Hee-cheol Arts and Crafts Center are recognized in 2015 and 2016 for Excellence in Army Recreation. — Courtesy photo

A technician is painting a hand-made wooden hanger at the Yongsan Arts and Crafts Center. — U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Kim, Hee-cheol Commiskey’s Community Activities Center, which has provided billiards, game rooms and other recreational activities to service members, will be closing Nov. 17. The facility is still available for private functions through reservations. — U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Kim, Hee-cheol Yongsan bids farewell to the Arts and Crafts and Commiskey’s Community Activities centers

By Pfc. Kim, Hee-cheol USAG Yongsan Korean paper doll making, Korean folk art, Korean come to the CAC to relax. Commiskey’s delivers a Public Affairs patch work, quilt, sewing, digital photography, combination of recreation programs to include matting and framing, wood working safety table tennis, board games, billiards, and tour and USAG YONGSAN – After several decades of orientation, seasonal workshop, art exhibitions travel services. It is also used for space to host serving the military community at USAG Yongsan, and countless others. social events, holiday parties, mission training, the Arts and Crafts Center and Commiskey’s Kim said she hopes the Arts and Crafts Center is and ceremonies. Community Activities Center will close their doors remembered fondly like a hometown where To, Sung-chip, who has been with Commiskey’s Nov. 17, as part of transformation and command Soldiers and Family members could relax, relieve since its opening in 2012, has many fond memories directives to relocate facility assets in support of stress, and meet the needs for their daily lives of the facility and interactions with customers. USAG Humphreys, Directorate of Family and through such activities as repairing broken “One common word our customers say to me Morale, Welfare and Recreation, Area III. furniture. about the closure is, ‘shame’,” he said. It is Customers can still visit the Arts and Crafts She also expressed gratitude to the employees important to have a place where Soldiers and Center at K-16, and Commiskey’s is available for who have worked for her over the years. Those Families can enjoy leisurely and play games is private parties and functions until Dec. 31, said working in the areas of flower arrangement, important. MWR Recreation Division Chief Timothy Higgs. flower ceramic, matting and framing, and “I want to continue to working with these “We have had an outstanding, award-winning woodworking have worked at the Center for more wonderful people, and I am sad to be leaving staff and program for many years, and we are than 30 years. them,” he said. To will most likely move to USAG proud of all of their accomplishments,” said Higgs. Gretchen Escribano, who trained to operate the Humphreys alongside many other Korean The Arts and Crafts Center, in particular, has computerized long-arm stitch machine for almost national employees who work at USAG Yongsan. garnered several awards, including “Awards for six months at the Arts and Crafts Center, Other MWR programs will continue to work Excellence in Army Recreation” in 2016 and 2017. expressed disappointment about the Center’s diligently to serve the community with the Woodshop instructor Hwang, U-yop was USFK closure. “This facility serves Soldiers and Family departure of the Arts and Crafts and CAC Employee of the Year in 2011. members. They should schedule the relocation of programs. The award-winning Better Kim, Un-u, the Arts and Crafts Center program the shop after all Family members and Soldiers Opportunities for Single and Unaccompanied facility manager, is particularly proud of their move to Humphreys,” she said. The Center was a Soldiers Program was also recognized by the Army legacy. ”The awards do not evaluate only one side driving factor behind her family’s decision to in 2015 for excellence among medium-sized of the program, but takes into consideration many return to USAG Yongsan for the third time. garrisons. The program will continue to emphasize other aspects of the service,” she explained. The The new Center at USAG Humphreys is Soldier study sessions, youth bowling, and salsa criteria include improvements in the programs, expected to be larger than the one in Yongsan and lessons. The Yongsan Library, which is the Army’s community projects income, staff help initiatives, provide more services to Soldiers and Family largest general library on the peninsula, provides marketing and media attention throughout the members, Kim said. In particular, Humphreys is various services including military computers, evaluation period. expected to have a 3D printing studio, photo commercial internet, and book/DVD borrowing The Arts and Crafts Center offered a host of studio, engraving shop, and fabric and textile class. capability. The Library also offers special events classes, workshops and exhibitions, including The history of Commiskey’s CAC is not as long such as Thanksgiving Story Hour, Summer flower arranging, painting, pottery, drawing, as the Arts and Crafts Center, but its absence will Reading Program, and the Weekly Toddler Story children art, homeschooler art, flower ceramic, be felt by the many community members who Hour.x November 10, 2017 Advertisement Page 11 Page 12 MORNING CALM www.army.mil Secretary of Defense James Mattis visits Lombardo Field in Yongsan On Oct. 27 at Lombardo Field in Yongsan, Secretary of Defense James Mattis met with select group of service- members from different branches who are stationed within the U.S. Forces Korea’s footprint during his two-day visit. Mattis thanked them for their hard work and dedication, then fielded questions from the group. This is Mattis’ second official trip to South Korea since becoming the 26th defense secretary, the first trip was in February. — U.S. Army photo by Cpl. Jo, Byeong-Wook

U.S. Army Garrison Yongsan and K-16 host a community town hall, Nov. 2, at the K-16 Community Activities Center. The assembly was an opportunity for community members to gather and receive up-to-date information about K-16. The event was livestreamed on USAG Yongsan’s Facebook page. A question and answer session followed. — U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Park, Min-je K-16 hosts Community Town Hall USAG Yongsan celebrates Halloween

U.S. Army Garrison Yongsan celebrated Halloween, Oct. 31, with Trunk or Treat and a haunted house at the American Elementary School parking lot. The Religious Services Office also hosted Hallelujah Night at the picnic area. — U.S. Army photos by Pfc. Tommy Spitzer November 10, 2017 Advertisement Page 13 Page 14 MORNING CALM www.army.mil Have you gotten your Flu Shot yet?

Spc. Bryan K. Hoang of Medical Command Korea administers a flu shot to civilian Liz Pyon, U.S. Army Garrison Yongsan Command Information Officer, Oct. 26, at the Main Post Food Court.— U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Kim, Hee-cheol

By Cpl. Lee, Kyoung-yoon the human USAG Yongsan Public Affairs body’s immune response declines USAG YONGSAN - U.S. Army Garrison Yongsan over time, and flu welcomed all active duty, dependents, retirees, viruses constantly TRICARE beneficiaries, Civilians, Korean change. nationals employed by DOD, and KATUSAs to According to the Centers for Disease Control to BAACH staff and mission critical personnel the U.S. Army to join in the fight against the and Prevention, 2017-2018 flu vaccines will who support the daily missions of USAG flu, starting the first week of October. Peak protect against four strains of the influenza Yongsan. Flu shots were then scheduled at influenza virus season starts at the end of virus, including the A/Michigan/45/2015 (H1N1) public venues like the Yongsan Main PX Food December. and we highly recommend that the pdm09-like virus, A/Hong Kong/4801/2014 Court and Yongsan Commissary. influenza vaccine is received from the beginning (H3N2)-like virus, and B/Brisbane/60/2008- Upcoming opportunities for getting a flu of October. and no later than mid-December. like (B/Victoria lineage) virus, and B/ shot include: the Commissary on Nov. 11, the “It was a very quick and easy process,” Phuket/3073/2013-like antigens. Main PX Food Court on Nov. 16, and at the said civilian Ha Kyoung Kim, management The Area II influenza vaccination campaign Dragon Hill Lodge during Retiree Appreciation support assistant for the Directorate of Human started, Oct. 5, vaccinating all new active Day on Nov. 18 for retirees. Vaccines are Resources. “I went to the 121 Brian Allgood duty arrivals to the Korean peninsula. The available Monday through Friday at the BAACH Army Community Hospital, and the person Brian Allgood Army Community Hospital Pharmacy waiting area and PCMH, and will who administered the shot was very helpful.” began providing influenza vaccinations in the continue at 1st Reception Company for all newly Vaccination against the flu is highly Pharmacy waiting area and Patient Centered arriving soldiers. The deadline for DODEA encouraged for all eligible recipients and Medical Home, Oct. 10. The seasonal influenza school students to have their flu shots is Dec. required for active duty military members. The outreach by the local Preventive Medicine and 1, or risk being unenrolled from school. The influenza virus can cause serious complications, BAACH staff kicked off in the third week of deadline for all active duty personnel is Dec. 15. sometimes leading to hospitalization and even October. with BAACH staff and Emergency For more information on flu shots, please death. Particularly for confined installations Essential Civilians/Mission Essential Civilians, contact BAACH at DSN 737-1411 or visit the like USAG Yongsan, the infection rate can administering the flu shot to approximately Centers for Disease Control and Prevention increase as a result of the high density of people 1,300 health care employees and mission website at https://www.cdc.gov/flu/ x in housing areas, barracks, and dining facilities. critical personnel. This event was intended to The reason for the annual flu shot is because allow ease of access of influenza vaccinations Fall cleanup keeps USAG Yongsan Clean and Safe

It is the responsibility of all Area II from between cracks and seams in personnel to keep the garrison clean and sidewalks and curbs. tidy by participating in the Area II fall (7) Rake all gravel areas and flowerbeds in cleanup, scheduled for Nov. 14-22. order to present a clean and neat In particular, Area II tenant units and appearance. residents of Bachelor Officer Quarters, (8) Clear garbage, debris, weeds and Bachelor Enlisted Quarters, and Family brush from all drainage ditches and gutters. Quarters are tasked to do a thorough (9) Remove all abandoned bicycles from cleanup of their designated areas. bicycle racks for disposal. (1) Collect all garbage and trash and place Additional tasks include removing inside trash bins, barrels or receptacles. unauthorized signs, replacing unserviceable (2) Collect all dead grass, leaves, and sand bags used during the monsoon small tree limbs in trash bags and deposit in season, discarding furniture through trash bins. appropriate channels, cleaning windows, (3) Cut tree limbs and branches to three and cleaning oil spots. foot lengths and neatly stack inside the bins. After the cleanup, USAG Yongsan Separate all other items such as rocks, Command Sgt. Maj. Joseph M. James will Pfc. Kim, Hee-cheol of U.S. By Sgt. Park, Min-je lumber and metal into different stacks next conduct an inspection of unit-responsible Army Garrison Yongsan Public USAG Yongsan Public Affairs to the bins. areas Nov. 21-22. Affairs sweeps the area behind (4) Dispose of all hazardous material and “Fall Cleanup is important to ensure the USAG Yongsan Headquarters, USAG YONGSAN - Fall is at its peak in waste in accordance with USAG Yongsan safety as well as cleanliness of our Nov. 3 as part of fall cleanup. November, and the community can feast its and United States Forces Korea Standard community,” said James. “Removing the — U.S. Army photo by Sgt. eyes on the colorful leaves. Operation Procedures. trash, leaves and large debris from our Park, Min-je “One of the prettiest sites in Seoul is the (5) Units requiring special trash pick-up, community not only presents a better changing color of the leaves,” said Alex i.e. large furniture, must coordinate with appearance, it also ensures our safety and Kozlov, a retiree living near the garrison. the Directorate of Public Works at DSN prevents our drainage system from being “Unfortunately, when they fall, they can 724-3503. clogged up and ultimately flood an area.” x cause people to slip.” (6) Remove and trim all weeds and grass November 10, 2017 Advertisement Page 15 Page 16 MORNING CALM www.army.mil Area IV Spotlight Commemoration of the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War U.S. and Korean Vietnam Veterans honored

After the pinning ceremony, Vietnam Veterans from the U.S. and Korea, K-Music Envoy team and USAG Daegu Command Group take a group photo as a respect for the dedicated service and representation of U.S. and Korea Alliance, Nov. 3, at Camp Henry Theater. — U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Kim, Bum-joon

By Pfc. Kim, Bum-joon from the U.S. and Korea were “I hope that today becomes the day Jesse Rookard, Vietnam War veteran, USAG Daegu Public Affairs recognized in a Pinning Ceremony, that makes the veterans here ease their once a Combat Production Specialist, Nov. 3, at the Camp Henry Theater, sufferings and mental difficulties from who attended the ceremony. “I wasn’t USAG DAEGU, South Korea - and lastly, the garrison hosted a Retiree the past and take pride for their great looking forward to it at all, but with all Commemoration is a crucial element Appreciation Day event, Nov. 4, at the service,” added Jung. the work they put into it, especially the of Army life and in the case of the 50th Camp Walker Evergreen Club. Following the remarks, Veterans and musical performance, it was excellent. Anniversary of the Vietnam War, The Vietnam Veterans Pinning attendees watched a short commemo- I am really honored.” United States Army Garrison Daegu Ceremony, the main event of the ration video made by the Garrison Vi- Following the performance, all 12 and the Area IV Republic of Korea Vietnam War Commemoration Week, sual Information Center. The video U.S. and eight Korean veterans re- Army Support Group rallied to kicked off with an entrance of U.S. and spotlighted the forgotten Soldiers who ceived a certificate of recognition and a recognize, honor and thank the U.S. Korean veterans at the Camp Henry received little recognition for their ser- commemoration pin for their service and Korean veterans who fought to Theater, greeted by cheers from Soldiers vice following the war. Times have to the Armed Forces of the United defend their countries and freedoms and civilians attending the ceremony. changed and Vietnam veterans are fi- States during the Vietnam War. Veter- against the communist threat. It was a “I know for myself as a 34-year nally getting the respect they should ans were then invited to the Camp tribute to those lost and an open show veteran of the United States Army that have received long ago. Henry Sustainer Grill for a special meal of respect for the survivors and families veterans like those who are here today “My father was a Vietnam War and participated in a cake cutting cere- whose contributions cannot be brought Soldier values to me at an Veteran who served as an infantryman mony with the leadership. They en- forgotten. The Vietnam War was a early age,” said retired U.S. Army Col. in the ROK Army Tiger Division,” said joyed lunch with the enlisted Soldiers conflict in which many young William C. Butcher, USAG Daegu An, Yong Taek, USAG Daegu Safety and shared their experiences in the American Soldiers and their allies Deputy to the Garrison Commander. Specialist. “I remember in the video military and life afterwards, building a fought, many making the ultimate “Men like my father, a veteran of World when a Soldier is giving his last true bond between the old and new sacrifice while others returned home War II, the , and Vietnam, farewell to his family before riding the members of the Army. to face challenges unseen and as well as countless noncommissioned train. This is the exact same story like “The connection was real,” said Spc. unrecognized. The Republic of Korea officers and officers I encountered in my father’s. It really made me misty- Deandre Parker, HHC, USAG Daegu. was by far the most committed foreign my early career in the Army, and whom eyed and I thank the garrison for “Not only did they give words of ally, sending more than 300,000 troops are in front of me, I can never say organizing such a meaningful event.” wisdom learned by experience, but we and giving abundant support in their thank you enough for teaching me the ‘K-Music Envoy’, a Korean traditional as junior Soldiers had a chance to really alliance with the U.S. value of being a Soldier.” music performance coordinated by the show our utmost respect, which was This year marks the official “Vietnam War veterans here are Garrison and ROK Army Support quite meaningful.” observance of the 50th Anniversary of heroes who fought for freedom in a Group, took place during the pinning According to the Department of the Vietnam War. During the Vietnam faraway country without any hesitation event out of respect for the veterans. Veterans Affairs, nine million War Commemoration Week, USAG when they were called by their nations,” This short concert highlighted the Americans served on Active Duty in Daegu prepared several events to said Area IV ROK Army Support Group essence of Korea’s unique traditional the U.S. Armed Forces during the recognize the service, valor, and Commander Lt. Col. Jung, Hyeon- colors and artistic beauty by performing Vietnam War, and the Republic of sacrifices of Vietnam veterans. As a woong. “The U.S. and Republic of World Intangible Cultural Heritage Korea sent more than 300,000 troops homage to the Vietnam Veterans Korea fought together as a blood traditional arts, including Bunari, Jindo to Vietnam from the Army, Marine Memorial Wall, the Camp Henry ‘Fit- alliance during the Korean War and the drum dance, Pansori, and Arirang. Corps, Navy, and Air Force which was To-Win’ fitness center was renamed Vietnam War, and I never doubt that “It was overall a well-put-together the second largest in size only to the ‘The Wall’, Nov. 2. Vietnam veterans this will continue as well in the future.” event that really surprised me,” said U.S. military force. x November 10, 2017 MORNING CALM Page 17

Camp Henry dedicates “The Wall” to pay tribute to Vietnam Veterans

By Intern Lee, Dong-hae USAG Daegu Public Affairs

USAG DAEGU, South Korea – United The name of the Fitness Center, “The States Army Garrison Daegu held a Wall” symbolizes the wall of the Facility Renaming Ceremony, Nov. 2 in Vietnam Veterans Memorial, the two- front of the Camp Henry fitness center acre U.S. national memorial in formerly known as the Fit To Win. To Washington, D.C. It honors service honor all who served and sacrificed members of the U.S. armed forces who during the Vietnam War, USAG Daegu fought in the Vietnam War, service Family and Morale, Welfare and members who died in service in Recreation renamed the fitness center Vietnam and South East Asia and those “The Wall” in reference to the Vietnam service members who were unaccounted Veterans Memorial. William C. Butcher, for missing in action during the war. USAG Daegu Deputy to the Garrison Cpl. Yang Sung-soo, Headquarters Commander, was the guest speaker and and Headquarters Company, USAG local Vietnam veterans attended as Daegu, and Courtney S. Cameron, guests of honor. supervisory sports specialist unveiled Courtney S. Cameron (left), supervisory sports specialist and Cpl. “Thank you for attending today’s the new facility sign and Maj. Patrick W. Yang, Sung-soo (right), Headquarters and Headquarters Company, renaming ceremony,” said Butcher. “We Caukin, Directorate of Public Works USAG Daegu unveil the new facility— U.S. sign, ArmyNov. 2 photoin front by of Intern the Camp Lee, all know how important this is to us. It’s Operations Officer, unveiled a Henry The Wall fitness center. important that we remember our commemorative plaque at the entrance. Dong-hae history. It’s important that we remember Then, Vietnam veterans and garrison those who came before us, who served, staff conducted the official ribbon who sacrificed and who committed. cutting. This is a small price that we can pay as “More than 50 years have passed since an organization to demonstrate our the United States and our allies became admiration for the nine million men involved in the Vietnam conflict in and women who served during the which over nine million service Vietnam era. So thank you for joining us members stood together to face the today.” communist threat. However, unlike “Today, I also want to honor some today's political environment, there others in our organization, particularly were few patriotic parades, adoring Family and MWR and their staff who crowds or sympathetic bystanders lining run this facility and who also were the streets to welcome service members instrumental in developing this idea,” home,” said Butcher. “While we're added Butcher. unable to right those wrongs, what we can and will do today and tomorrow and this week and hopefully for years to come, is appropriately recognize the contributions of our Vietnam veterans to our great nation and say thank you Five Vietnam veterans and USAG Daegu personnel stand in front ot over and over again.” x the The Wall Fitness Center for the facility renaming ceremony, Nov. 2 on Camp Henry. — U.S. Army photo by Intern Lee, Dong-hae

Watson Mckibben receives a commemoration pin for his dedicated service to the Jindo drum dance players from the K-Music Envoy play Korean traditional Armed Forces of the United States during the Vietnam War by the Area IV ROK percussion music. The K-Music Envoy aims to spread their unique traditional Army Support Group Commander Lt. Col. Jung, Hyeon-woong. — U.S. Army culture and art both locally and internationally. — U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Kim, photo by Pfc. Kim, Bum-joon Bum-joon Page 18 MORNING CALM www.army.mil

Andrew and Abigail Staley enjoy a costume parade in Insadong — U.S. Army photo by Lee Ji Min, USAG Humphreys Public Affairs

40 members of the Humphreys community pose for a group photo in front of the Changdeokgung Palace Oct. 28 — U.S. Army photo by Kim Jae Woong, USAG Humphreys Public Affairs

From Left: Isabella Guida, Kerry, Sophie Trip to Seoul a wonderful experience for and Tommaso Metcalfe try honey hair candy from a vendor in Insadong — U.S. Army photo by Lee Ji Min, USAG Humphreys Soldiers and families Humphreys Public Affairs By Lee Ji Min and Kim Jae Woong htm, Changdeok Palace is a UNESCO fish, Bulgogi (grilled seasoned beef) Isabella Guida said the tour was a won- USAG Humphreys Public Affairs World Heritage Site and one of the most and Doenjang Stew which is made from derful experience for her family. well-preserved royal palaces from the fermented bean paste with vegetables “It was so nice for us with two little CAMP HUMPHREYS, South Korea - Joseon Dynasty (founded in 1392 and and tofu. kids to be driven right in front of the Forty U.S. Soldiers, families and lasted until 1910). This is where kings Although most of the participants sites, and listening to the history of it. members of the learned about Korean and their ministers discussed state af- weren’t very familiar with Korean food We loved watching the Insa-dong pa- culture, history and traditions on Oct. fairs to effectively reign over the people, before they ate they enjoyed eating deli- rades, especially the girl drummer: it 28 when they visited sites in Seoul and where the royal family resided. cious meals very much. was so strong and empowering for our courtesy of the Korean American Inside the palace there is a secret gar- When lunch was finished, they had daughter to see,” Guida said. “And the Forum. den which was for the private use of the free time to tour Insa-dong an area in food was delicious. We were so happy After arriving at Changdeok Palace, king, the royal family and palace wom- Seoul that features stores that sell tradi- to discover honey hair candy. And one of the five grand palaces built by the en. The beauty of the garden provided a tional Korean crafts—pottery, Hanbok, thank you so much for the chestnuts, kings of the Joseon Dynasty, the group perfect backdrop for the tour members traditional paper, teas and folk crafts. towels, honey candy and the doll.” was immediately impressed by the huge to take photos of themselves and their According to the Visit Korea website, Choi Chang-mook, chairman of the main gate and the palace’s majestic ap- friends. There were many people wear- http://english.visitkorea.or.kr/enu/SH/ KORAM Forum, which hosted the pearance. Their guide told the group ing Hanbok, Korean traditional clothes SH_EN_7_2_2_1.jsp, Insa-Dong has tour, offered his thoughts. about the history of the palace as they on the palace grounds and they took been a center for the arts and traditional “This tour was intended to promote walked through the grounds on the pictures with those who went on the crafts for hundreds of years. Visitors can mutual understanding and enhance pleasant Saturday. tour. buy earthenware, antique furniture and the relationship between the residents According to the Changdeokgung After the tour, the group went to a tra- souvenirs there. There are also numer- of Pyeongtaek and Americans. I am Palace World Cultural Heritage website, ditional Korean restaurant in Insa-dong ous restaurants, cafes and galleries. glad I made a good time for them,” he https://eng.cdg.go.kr/info/info_about. to have lunch. They food such as grilled One of those who went on the tour, said. x November 10, 2017 Advertisement Page 19 Page 20 MORNING CALM www.army.mil

Teachers take turns dropping student team’s designs from a second floor balcony to test how they protect their pumpkins. — U.S. Army photo by Lee Ji Min, USAG Humphreys Public Affairs

Students used recycled materials in an attempt to save their pumpkins from damage. — U.S. Army photo by Kim Jae Woong, USAG Humphreys Public Affairs

By Jim McGee, U.S. Army Garrison Humphreys Public Affairs team to design something that would keep the pumpkin from exploding. “It’s really hands on learning to where these are real world problems,” said Rippeth. CAMP HUMPHREYS, South Korea - Humphreys Central Elementary students “They can start thinking about their future as far as possible careers and conducted their latest Science, Technology, Engineering and Math experiment interests.” under the mentorship of fifth grade teacher Tim Rippeth. The challenge of this The several hundred students all responded enthusiastically counting down to STEAM project was to design a protective casing for a pumpkin to survive each drop and cheering extra loud when a pumpkin survived its landing. The unscathed from a two story drop. According to Rippeth there was lots of physics final drop of the afternoon was perhaps the most anxiously anticipated one. Two happening as well as the fight against gravity. pumpkins were launched from the second story to show just how important the Students were allowed to use recycled materials from home and work as a student’s protective designs were. As expected, they smashed upon impact. x November 10, 2017 Advertisement Page 21 Page 22 MORNING CALM www.army.mil

The 2017 Humphreys High School Blackhawks celebrate their 39-0 victory over Matthew C. Perry High School for the Far East Division II Football championship.

On defense he was a tackling machine, leading the way as his team mates repeatedly shut down Perry’s offense. Humpheys Blackhawks Football Elliottteam had special praise for his offensive and defensive lines. “These kind of games are won in the trenches; if you captures Far East Championship own the line of scrimmage you dominate the game,” he ry) were the only team in two seasons that’s beaten us.” Elliott said the team practiced hard the week before said. “The big guys up front put the game on their Story and photos by Bob McElroy the game and the effort showed throughout the contest. shoulders and the result is a 39-0 championship. It’s an USAG Humphreys Public Affairs “They executed perfectly, the kids performed the way amazing group.” Several days after the game Elliott reflected on the they could and the result was what they had in mind,” CAMP HUMPHREYS, South Korea – The Humphreys Elliott said. “The team mentality is ‘Never Quit,’ that’s win. High School Blackhawks football team rode a potent, “What a great year,” he said. “This was a storybook our motto. Their ‘Never Quit’ attitude got them the win.”- swarming defense and a multi-faceted offense to a 39-0 Running backs Key and Weaver offered different ending to an amazing season. I’m very proud of these victory over visiting Matthew C. Perry High School of - guys. They’ve earned every bit of recognition they’re styles of play but achieved the same results—touch x , Japan and captured the Far East Division II downs. Key ran hard and with power, often carrying sev getting.” Football Championship on Oct. 28 here. eral Samurai tacklers with him as he plowed forward. The Blackhawks dominated Perry on both sides of the One of his two touchdowns exemplified that drive— ball from the start. The Samurai had no answer for the Key drove headfirst into the end zone with two Samurai arm and legs of Blackhawks quarterback Miles Brice, the desperately trying to keep him out and failing. He scored power of running back David Key or the quicksilver his second touchdown on a short pass from Brice. moves of running back Josh Weaver. Weaver had the quickness to slip tackles and the The Blackhawk defense set the tone early and often, breakaway speed to leave them behind. His long stopping the M.C. Perry offense cold with tremendous touchdown run came after he sprinted around the end hits and gang tackling. Whenever the Samurai tried to and into the clear with at least three M.C. Perry move the ball Humphreys players quickly swarmed the defenders chasing him. They got no closer than about ball carrier and brought him down for little gain. - five yards and could only watch as he high stepped Blackhawks head coach Steven Elliott said his players into the end zone for the score. had ample motivation to play hard given the recent his- Blackhawk two-way player Owen Williams tory between the teams. - contributed two receiving touchdowns, the second a Humphreys and Perry squared off in the champion leaping grab between Samurai tacklers where he ship last year but the Blackhawks fell 44-6. Perry also de- came down hard but held the ball for the score. feated Humphreys earlier this season 20-10. “The motivation was there,” he said. “They (M.C. Per

- Humphreys Blackhawk running back Josh Weaver (#20) swept around end and sprinted down the side Humphreys Blackhawk running back David Key (center line more than 50 yards for a touchdown. No Matthew with ball) ran with power throughout the game, often Humphreys Blackhawk player Owen Wilson (right) C. Perry defenders touched him during his run. dragging tacklers behind him as he drove forward. Here he and his teammates celebrate their 39-0 victory over scored the first of two touchdowns. His second was on a Matthew C. Perry High School for the Far East Division II short pass. Football championship. November 10, 2017 Advertisement Page 23 Page 24 MORNING CALM www.army.mil

1st Sgt. Scott Tate, the first sergeant with the 55th Military Police Company on Camp Casey is presented with the 2017 Sergeant Major Larry L. Strickland Educational Award, as he was named the winner for Fiscal Year 2017 in the E-8 to E-9 category. The award presentation took place in Washington D.C., Oct. 11, during the Association of the United States Army annual meeting. — U. S. Army courtesy photo

Sgt. Maj. Larry L. Strickland Educational Leadership Award, presented to 19th ESC First Sergeant

By Sgt. 1st Class Norman Llamas thing similar, are they influential enough to be get- find a way to get it done,” he said. “I have always 19th ESC Public Affairs ting tangible results? tried to stress that to my Soldiers. You have to take “Over the course of Fiscal Year 2017, I had all the advantage of the educational opportunities while USAG DAEGU, South Korea – Leadership! What Soldiers assigned to my company sign up for col- you can because, you never know how long you’re does that word mean? We hear it, all the time, but lege,” Tate said. “They didn’t have to complete any going to be in the Army. A college education will do we ever stop and really think about its meaning? courses if they didn’t want to, but my point was to help you both in and out of the Army.” Well, 1st Sgt. Scott Tate, the first sergeant for the show them how easy it was to get started.” Every year, each major installation across the 55th Military Police Company, on Camp Casey “During that period of time and going back into Army, submits nominees for the Sgt. Maj. Larry L. knows what that word really means. FY16, Soldiers from my company who did signed Strickland Educational Leadership Award. There During his more than 15 years in the U.S. Army, up for college classes logged in over 2,000 college are two categories to the award, Sergeant to Sgt. 1st Tate has learned that leadership doesn’t come in credit hours,” he said. Class and Master Sergeant to Sergeant Major. the form of wearing a rank that might identify one What he did for his Soldiers wasn’t something he Tate was nominated by the command at his for- as a leader just by virtue of wearing such rank. emulated from someone, he did it because he mer unit at Fort Polk, Louisiana. The reason for his Leadership to him means much more than that. It knows how hard it was for him to attend college. nomination was his tremendous influence of his means taking action and being proactive in helping Tate was able to complete his bachelor’s degree in Soldiers to pursue a higher education during FY17. others by showing them the way. about six years. He didn’t begin going to college un- “All the submitted packets get reviewed by a pan- “At my last unit, I turned my company conference til he had been in the Army for two and a half years. el of retired Sergeant Majors and retired officers room into a makeshift education center,” said Tate. Having a full-time job in the military and making with the Association of the United States Army and “During Fiscal Year 2016, I had four computers in- sure that he spends time with his five children and eventually, they pick a winner,” said Tate. stalled in there with internet access so that any Sol- wife, makes going to college, rather challenging. In the E-8 to E-9 category for FY17, that winner is dier who wanted to or needed to get college work or “I have been very fortunate to have been able to Tate. military education done, could. It was open get all my college work done on my off-duty time, “My future goals are to finish my master’s degree 24-hours a day and that made it very convenient for while at work,” said Tate. “I would bring lunch to by April of 2018 and hopefully, in the future, get se- them. It also made it very difficult for them to come work and during lunch, I would close my door and lected to serve in the Army as a sergeant major,” he up with excuses for not signing up for higher edu- do college work. Then I would stay after work, for said. “However, my ultimate goal is to always do cation course work.” an hour or so, working on college courses before right by my family.” Although some might say, that’s what he’s sup- heading home. That allowed me to focus on my Tate is only four classes away from completing a posed to do as a 1st Sgt. but how many leaders actu- family, when I was home.” Master of Arts degree in teaching. x ally do it? And those who might be doing some- “If something is really important to you, you will November 10, 2017 Advertisement Page 25 Page 26 MORNING CALM www.army.mil USAG Daegu welcomes new interns at the 2017 Fall session Orientation

By Intern Bok, So-jeong wouldn’t be a short period at all, so I USAG Daegu Public Affairs hope that interns improve their abili- ties in every way during this 2017 Fall USAG Daegu, South Korea – To wel- session, and me as well,” said Choi. come new interns in the fall session In November 2013, seven universi- and provide an introduction about ties, including Kyungpook National the Intern Program, United States University, Yeungnam University, Army Garrison Daegu held an Intern Keimyung University and Daegu Program 2017 fall session orientation, University, signed a Memorandum of Sept. 29 at the USAG Daegu Head- Understanding with USAG Daegu, quarters on Camp Henry. Nearly 45 and began operating an internship people attended the orientation, in- program. Students who are chosen to cluding interns and their supervisors. be interns work on U.S. Army installa- Ingrid Walsh-Brown, former Di- tions for six months, earn credits and rector of Human Resources, Choi receive a small scholarship from their Jeong-A, Intern Program Coordinator universities. and Gerri Withers, Acting Director of Intern Kim, Minkyeong, assigned Army Community Service began the to the Human Resources office said, “I Intern Coordinator Choi, Jeong-a briefs a group of 30 fall-session interns on the orientation with greetings and gave a just started doing the internship a few guidelines and expectations of internship at U.S. Army Garrison Daegu. — U.S. Army photo by Intern Bok, So-jeong warm welcome to participants. After weeks ago and I’m working pretty well the initial greetings, interns and su- with nice staff in my office. I didn’t pervisors had time to introduce them- meet all interns today, but I realized broke out into separate groups to dis- However, I’ve already improved a lot selves by going around the table. that there are many interns working at cuss their respective areas in regard to and would be more different in six “This internship program is a very different positions. I’m really grateful guidelines, supervision, expectations, months.” Choi added. good opportunity for students to learn to every supervisor for taking care of mentoring, paperwork and other im- The intern program is highly pop- things such as developing a sense their interns a lot.” portant topics before reconvening. A ular among students because they of responsibility and building social Following the opening and in- final presentation was given by Steve are able to develop foreign language relationships. I believe six months troduction, interns and supervisors McQuerry, physical security supervi- skills and experience foreign culture sor for the Directorate of Emergency while working with U.S. Soldiers and Services, who explained safeguarding civilians. To date, there are 50 to 70 passes and reporting procedures. students per session, working in 30 Choi said that she was really worried different departments at USAG Dae- about organizing the Intern Orienta- gu. There are 30 interns in the fall ses- tion. “It was a bit of pressure when sion which is due to end on February I heard that I’ll be in charge as 28. x Intern Coordinator at first, because I still had a lot to learn.

Cadets from Korea Army Academy at Yeongcheon visit Camps Henry and Walker

Cadets from the Korea Army Academy at Yeongcheon and U.S. Soldiers who work at Daegu stand in front of AFN Daegu for a group photo, Nov. 1. Sgt. Pierre M. Burts, Headquarters and During their installation tour, they visited the USAG Daegu Headquarters Company, USAG Daegu and Consolidated Barracks, Commissary, Camp Walker Food Cadets from the Korea Army Academy at Court and AFN Daegu. — U.S. Army photo by Intern Yeongcheon hold a Question and Answer Bok, So-jeong session during their visit to Camp Henry, Nov. 1. — U.S. Army photo by Intern Lee, Dong-hae November 10, 2017 Advertisement Page 27

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Korea Less Travelled Program By Pfc. Kong, Il-woong chosen as the 19th ESC Public Affairs Brings Soldiers winners and the ceremony finished USAG DAEGU, South Korea – Kyung- with group photos. pook National University and the 19th and Students “It was pretty nice, Expeditionary Sustainment Com- KNU was a lot bigger mand hosted the 9th iteration of the than we expected,” Korea Less Traveled Program Open- said Pfc. David Bar- ing ceremony, Oct. 23 at KNU Global Together field, a with HHC, 19th Plaza in Daegu. ESC. “The most difficult part The ceremony started with opening was trying to figure out what was remarks from Jong-hwa, Park, Dean priority because all the challenges of International Affairs, KNU and Col. the most of your time and I ask you to ters and Headquarters company com- were worth five points each. We had Michael B. Siegl, Deputy Command- develop friendships.” mander, 19th ESC. “I expect Soldiers to come up with a strategy to conduct ing Officer, 19th ESC. KLT is a five week program de- to connect with KNU students and try all the challenges efficiently.” “In Oriental Philosophy, we believe signed to connect U.S. Soldiers and to create those relationships to experi- “It was difficult to explain our cam- that we need to draw dots on a line, KNU students. During the program ence the culture here in Korea.” pus in English,” said Eun-jeong, Lee, lines on a field to be successful in hu- period, Soldier and student will be- “This program should get the Sol- a KNU Senior from the Department man relationships and our life itself,” come a team and conduct various diers out of their barracks rooms, out of History. “I participated in Korea said Park. “By connecting the dots, challenges. KLT Challenges are divid- of their comfort zone, and try to expe- America Friendship Circle before, but we can make a line. By aggregating ed into eight categories: KNU Cam- rience new things,” continued King. “It I couldn’t take the initiative in it be- the lines, we can make a field. KLT ex- pus, US Military, Korean Movie, Dae- should give them a feel of the culture cause I was participating in a support- periences could be the dots for you to gu City, Korean National, Creative, X, here. It should get them out and see ing role. This time, I want to partici- be developed into a line, a field in the Double-Dare Challenges. those things that are definitely benefi- pate a lot more. Also, whether in this future,” said Park during his opening After conducting the challenges, cial to them.” program or not, my partner told me remarks. teams must send evidence photos, During the opening ceremony, 17 that she wants to go to and so, I “This Korea Less Traveled Program including the name of the challenge. U.S. Soldiers and 14 KNU students want to prepare a traveling project for is a program where you can all develop The deadline for final photos is Nov. met their partners for the first time. her.” x relationships,” said Siegl. “You all have 27. All challenges are worth five points After the presentation and explana- a choice, you have the choice today to each and the points will be accumu- tion of the challenges, participants develop friendships with your part- lated and recorded throughout the started their first challenge, which ners. You have a choice to make this program period. The total score will lasted an hour at KNU. The challeng- Participants pose for a group relationship something meaningful win and become the standard for the es at the university campus included, photo as part of the 9th Korea and enriching. Awards. taking a picture with the KNU flag, Less Traveled Program’s opening “I believe that in the next six weeks, “It is beneficial for Soldiers to get finding a KNU student cafeteria, find- ceremony held at Kyungpook you all will be changed no matter how out, see places and visit not only ing a KNU library sanitizer, and many National University’s Global Plaza small your view of Korean culture, or tourist attractions but things that are others. in Daegu, Oct. 23. — U.S Army American culture is right now,” con- unique to the Korean culture,” said After mission time expired, three Photo by Pfc. Kong, Il-woong tinued Siegl. “So, I ask you to make Capt. Michael C. King, the Headquar- teams, with the highest scores, were November 10, 2017 Advertisement Page 29 Page 30 MORNING CALM www.army.mil

Alcohol or items sold at U.S. post Exchanges and Commissaries in the Republic of Korea are subject to ration control due to the U.S and ROK’s Status of Forces Agreement. U.S. Armed Forces and family members must be cognizant on the amount money or units purchased. Services members can check their rations at https://pimsk.korea.army. mil with their Common Access Card. — U.S. Army photo by American Forces Network Daegu

Counseling, Corrective Training, Uniform Code of Military Justice, etc. Second time offenders must re- port to the Directorate of Emergency Service Direc- tor to receive notification of suspension alcohol pur- chasing privileges for one week. Third time offender must report to the Commanding General to receive notification of suspension alcohol purchasing privi- Story by American Forces Network Daegu many units of alcohol and the amount of money leges for one to three months depending on severity spent at the Commissary. or reason for violation,” Abreu said. USAG DAEGU, South Korea - While serving in “The United States Forces Korea Human Resource USFK Regulation 60-1 prescribes policy to control South Korea, U.S. Armed Forces are required to fol- Department has a based system knows as PIMS-K use of both Appropriated Fund and Non-Appropri- low many rules and regulations that normally isn't that is linked directly to the Defense Biometric Iden- ated Fund facilities of the U.S. Armed Forces in the the norm throughout military service. This is be- tification System. Personnel authorized to shop in Republic of Korea that supply duty-free goods to au- cause of the Status of Forces Agreement while sta- duty free establishments, have their ID card scanned thorized patrons. This includes restriction on the tioned overseas. at the register and it is captured in the PIMS-K sys- purchase of liquor, alcoholic beverages, purchases The importance of these restrictions is to limit the tem This system has been digital for over 10 years,” made at the installation's Commissary which applies consumption and resale of goods purchased through said U.S. Army Garrison Daegu Command Sgt. Maj. to personnel of the US armed forces on active duty the installation's exchange or Commissary. U.S. Juan Abreu . in Korea and their dependents are covered by the Ration Violations at the Exchange or Commissary

armed forces need to stand ready in the event of One unit of alcohol for one unaccompanied ser- U.S.-ROK SOFA. U.S. civilians employed by, serving North Korean aggression to its southern neighbor of vice member constitutes as one 750 milliliters of 80 with or accompanying U.S. armed forces and their South Korea. Over consumption of alcohol reduces proof liquor bottle. Two 350ml of 80 proof liquor dependents are also covered by the US-ROK SOFA. a unit's readiness level in being able to properly and bottles. Twelve 50ml of 80 proof liquor bottles. As Service members that violate the ration control punctually respond to Republic of Korea’s national well as three cases of beer, six 12 packs, twelve six- limit multiple times are subject to UCMJ from their security threats from North Korea. packs, or 24 tall cans of beer. Whether it be liquor or unit, referral to substance abuse program and pro- A single U.S. service member is limited to three beer, it adds up over time and requires service mem- bationary period where purchases can begin an in- units of alcohol from the Exchange and $800 of pur- bers to be cognizant of their consumption. Also any vestigation. chases made at the Commissary per month. The amount over $800 spent at the Commissary is also a The U.S. has a SOFA or similar agreement with amount of alcohol that can be purchased with the ad- violation for unaccompanied service members. countries around the world where U.S. Armed Forc- dition per adult in the household of the age 21 or older “The first time a member exceeds his or her alco- es are stationed. The U.S.-ROK SOFA is an interna- increases the limit by 2. The $800 limit is increased to hol rations their immediate Chain of Command and tional agreement designed to serve the mutual in- $200 per family member at the Commissary. Chain of Responsibility command level at Brigade, terests of the U.S. and the ROK and to protect the Service members can use their Common Access Battalion and Company are empowered to take the basic rights of U.S. citizens who are subject to its Card at https://pimsk.korea.army.mil and see how appropriate actions to correct the violation e.g provisions. x November 10, 2017 Advertisement Page 31 Page 32 Advertisement www.army.mil