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The Long Haul:A Proof of Principle 8 Vol. 5, Issue 7 143d SUSTAINMENT COMMAND (EXPEDITIONARY) August 2011 ESC TODAY The Long Haul: A Proof of Principle 8 2011 August ESCTODAY Commanding General August 2011 DITIONARY) 143d Sustainment Command 143d SUSTAINMENT COMMAND (EXPE Vol. 5, Issue 7 (Expeditionary) << On the Front Cover TODAY Brig. Gen. Mark W. Palzer ESC A tanker comes down the freeway amidst foggy condi- tions as part of a proof of principle mission June 18. Sol- Command Executive Officer diers of the 414th Trans. Co. and the 257th Trans. Co. jointly 143d ESC transported fuel, food and water products from Fort Hunter Mr. Fred Guzman Liggett to United States Marine Corps Logistics Base Yermo in support of the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, Calif. Photo by Spc. Justin Snyder 354th MPAD Command Sergeant Major 8 143d ESC Command Sgt. Maj. Jeffrey E. Uhlig 8 A Proof of Principle The Long Haul: Public Affairs Officer/Editor 143d ESC Maj. John Adams Inside This Issue >> coNTRIbuTORS: Lt. Col. Brian Ray 143d ESC Chaplain Maj. John Adams Messages from the top.........................................................3 143d ESC PAO 257th Trans Bn. prepares for Afghanistan............................5 Capt. Gabriel Burnette 352nd CSSB 143d ESC is the nerve center of CSTX...............................6 1st Lt. Michael Embrey 655th TC UPAR 143d commander promoted...................................................7 Command Sgt. Maj. Scherr D. Qualls Proof of principle mission is a success ...............................8 375th CSSB Sgt. 1st Class Timothy Lawn 143d welcomes new command sergeant major................10 143d ESC Sgt. Elisebet Freeburg Puero Rico hosts TRANSLOTS 11.......................................11 143d ESC Chaplain candidate program fills needed roles.....................12 Sgt. Joshua Risner 372nd MPAD Around the ESC..............................................................14 Spc. Aaron Ellerman 143d ESC Spc. Justin Snyder 354th MPAD ESC Today is the monthly command information editorial content of this publication is the respon- magazine of the 143d Sustainment Command (Ex- sibility of the 143d Sustainment Command (Expe- peditionary) and is an authorized publication for ditionary) public affairs officer. This publication is WEB LINKS: members of the Department of Defense, according written, edited, and published by the public affairs to provisions in Army Regulation 360-1. The opin- office of the 143d ESC, 9500 Armed Forces Re- http://www.facebook.com/143dESC ions and views expressed in ESC Today are not nec- serve Dr., Orlando, Fla. 32827. Submit comments http://www.dvidshub.net/units/143ESC essarily official views of, or endorsed by, the U.S. to: [email protected] or call 800-221- http://twitter.com/My143dESC Government, Defense Department, Department 9401 ext. 1132. Send editorial and photographic of the Army or the headquarters, 143rd ESC. The submissions to: [email protected]. 2 ESC TODAY • http://www.facebook.com/143dESC The Command Post The Army is once again at the forefront good order and discipline. I expect your of change. On September 20, 2011, the steadfast support to these principles. law commonly known as Don’t Ask, To communicate organizational change, Don’t Tell, will be repealed. The Presi- especially my vision and the way ahead, I dent, Secretary of Defense and Chairman planned an ESC-wide conference to align of the Joint Chiefs of Staff have certified command teams with critical information that the statutory requirements for repeal to meet future missions and support our have been met, and the force is prepared most valuable commodity, the Soldier for repeal. They’ve certified that DoD and their family. Unfortunately, new is ready to make this change consistent DoD policy regarding conferences has with the standards of military readiness, adjusted the original plan. The confer- military effectiveness, unit cohesion, and ence is not cancelled but is postponed to Brig. Gen. Mark W. Palzer recruiting and retention of the Armed the next FY. I will hold a much smaller Commander 143d Sustainment Command Forces. conference with Brigade Commanders, (Expeditionary) As of July 15, the majority of the com- key staff and DoD Civilians later this mand has been trained, and training will month according to the original plan. I Soldiers in today’s Army Reserve receive continue throughout the 60-day period regret any confusion or complications the safety training throughout our careers and through repeal. As we move forward, change has caused you or your families. I without even knowing it, we incorporate DoD will continue to train and finalize trust as leaders within the 143d ESC, you measures to reduce risk in our daily lives additional policies and processes, while will be able to adjust accordingly. Again, much more than your average civilian. remaining engaged with the field to ad- to communicate key subjects critical to I challenge you to continue improv- dress any issues or questions that arise. mission success and keeping our Army ing the safety in and around your daily Repeal will lead to some changes to Reserve family strong, the commander’s life to include that of your unit. We must policies, but many of our policies require conference has been postponed to the continue to look for areas where we can no change – they are sexual orientation next FY. reduce risk, especially if we are respon- neutral. Sometimes we think safety without even sible for the lives of others. Enjoy the It remains the policy of the Department knowing it. For example, do you check rest of the summer and I look forward to of Defense not to ask servicemembers your tires for correct pressure or review seeing many of you in the future in and or applicants about their sexual orienta- the weather in the area you’re headed to? around the 143d ESC’s battle space. tion, to treat all members with dignity If so, these are examples of proper safety Sustaining Victory! and respect, and to ensure maintenance of planning surrounding everyday events. Army Strong! CSTX 91 11-01 FORT HUNTER LIGGETT, Calif., during Combat Sup- Calif.— Spc. Eric Cook, as- port Training Exercise 91 11- signed to the 1015th Main- 01, June 21. Cook is a native tenance Company, attempts of Dallas, Ga. to hold back a tide of dem- onstrators during a mock For more photos of CSTX 91 protest at Fort Hunter Liggett, 11-01, see page six. Photo by Sgt. Joshua Risner 372nd MPAD http://www.facebook.com/143dESC • August 2011 3 The Bottom Line Soldiers of the 143d ESC, am a member of a time honored corps, which As I step into the honored role of your is known as “The Backbone of the Army”. I command sergeant major, I charge noncom- am proud of the Corps of Noncommissioned missioned officers within the command Officers and will at all times conduct myself so to remember the words and, even further, as to bring credit upon the Corps, the Military remember the meaning of the NCO Creed. Service and my country regardless of the situ- Since the American Soldier crossed the battle- ation in which I find myself. I will not use my fields of Lexington and Concord, the Corps grade or position to attain pleasure, profit, or has distinguished itself through professional- personal safety. ism, proficiency, leadership, dedication and Competence is my watchword. My two basic courage. The Army Reserve has become an op- responsibilities will always be uppermost in erational and functional command that requires my mind—accomplishment of my mission and NCOs to step up and meet the requirements on the welfare of my soldiers. I will strive to re- today’s modern battlefield. The concept of the main technically and tactically proficient. I am Command Sgt. Maj. Jeffrey E. Uhlig Command Sergeant Major “weekend warrior” is dead, and I rely on you aware of my role as a Noncommissioned Offi- 143d Sustainment Command to help keep it that way. cer. I will fulfill my responsibilities inherent in (Expeditionary) Within your units is the future of the Army. that role. All soldiers are entitled to outstand- These young Soldiers need guidance and coun- ing leadership; I will provide that leadership. and confidence as well as that of my soldiers. sel from an honest, committed mentor who I know my soldiers and I will always place I will be loyal to those with whom I serve; truly cares about their growth and challenges their needs above my own. I will communicate seniors, peers, and subordinates alike. I will their potential. As you fulfill your duties, consistently with my soldiers and never leave exercise initiative by taking appropriate action never forget to lead with discernment and by them uninformed. I will be fair and impartial in the absence of orders. I will not compromise example. when recommending both rewards and punish- my integrity, nor my moral courage. I will not In parting, remember that: ment. forget, nor will I allow my comrades to forget No one is more professional than I. I am a Officers of my unit will have maximum time that we are professionals, Noncommissioned Noncommissioned Officer, a leader of soldiers. to accomplish their duties; they will not have Officers, leaders! As a Noncommissioned Officer, I realize that I to accomplish mine. I will earn their respect Army Strong! REFLECTIONS BY THE CHAPLAIN: WHAT IT MEANS TO NEVER ACCEPT DEFEAT! Click here to watch Chaplain Ray’s FIRST. words of motivation for the month •I WILL NEVER ACCEPT DEFEAT. Dear Soldiers and families of the 143d ESC, •I WILL NEVER QUIT. I trust that you and your loved ones are hav- •I WILL NEVER LEAVE A FALLEN COM- ing a wonderful summer. In May, I wrote about RADE. the Army Values and how they can serve as a Most of us understand what the phrase “never solid anchor when we are confronted with dif- accept defeat” means.
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