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Vol. 64, No. 7 February 20, 2020 home.army.mil/jbmhh Published For Myer-Henderson Hall

PHOTO BY JULIA SIMPKINS At the Kelley Family’s request, Sgt. York an American Standardbred riderless horse that walked behind President ’s casket, was brought out of retirement to PHOTO BY ELIZABETH FRASER participate in funeral honors for Gen. Paul X. The 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) Caisson Platoon; U.S. Marines from the Marine Corps Drum and Bugle Corps; and U.S. Kelley, the 28th commandant of the Marine Marines from the Marine Barracks, Washington, D.C. (8th and I) conduct honors with funeral escort for retired 28th Corps, Feb. 13 on Joint Base Myer-Hender- Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. Paul X. Kelley in Section 34 of Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, , Feb. 13. Barbara son Hall. Kelley receives the flag from current Marine Corps Commandant, Gen. David H. Berger.. Former Marine Corps Commandant Gen. Paul X. Kelley laid to rest By Marine Gunnery Sgt. Bryan regardless of the situation, as he was lieutenant. He transferred to Camp Pendleton, Peterson Headquarters known as a Marine’s Marine. In March 1951, after completing California, in July 1954, where he Marine Corps “His contributions to our Corps and instruction at The Basic School, Quan- served as a battalion executive officer leadership through a tumultuous period tico, Virginia, he served consecutively with 1st Infantry Training Regiment. Marine Gen. Paul Xavier Kelley, 91, ensured that we have been ready when as a platoon leader, assistant battalion He transferred to Japan in February the 28th commandant of the Marine our nation needed us,” said Berger. operations officer and assistant division 1955 and served as the division training Corps, was laid to rest Feb. 13, at “Although his presence will be deeply training officer with 2nd Marine Divi- officer for 3rd Marine Division. From Arlington National Cemetery. Kelley missed, his legacy will serve as an inspi- sion at Camp Lejeune, North Caroli- August 1955 to June 1956 he served as passed away Dec. 29, 2019, in McLean, ration to us all for years to come.” na. He transferred to the cruiser USS the aide-de-camp to the deputy com- Virginia. Kelley was born Nov. 11, 1928, in Salem (CA 139) in September 1952, manding general, and then as assistant Marine Gen. David H. Berger, the Boston. After graduating from Villanova where he served as executive officer and force training officer, Fleet Marine 38th commandant of the Marine University with a Bachelor of Science then commanding officer of the Marine Force Pacific, in Hawaii. Corps, said Kelley’s leadership, passion degree in Economics in June 1950, Kel- Detachment for 20 months. He was and courage drove people to follow him, ley commissioned as a Marine second promoted to captain Dec. 16, 1953. see KELLEY page 3 Commemoration speaker looks at past, explores future possibilities

By Alice Swan and abroad while serving their na- Pentagram Reporter tion in uniform.” Bell noted that 90 African Amer- The rich and centuries-old legacy icans have received the nation’s of serving in the highest military award — the Medal Armed Forces came of Honor. The first black Soldier alive Feb. 13 during the Black His- to receive the award was Sgt. Wil- tory Month commemoration held in liam Carney. Born as a slave, he Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall’s was awarded the Medal of Honor in

PHOTO BY JEFF HEENEY Community Center. 1900 for his gallantry in saving the Brig. Gen. Quander’s wife retired Lt. Col. Melonie Quander and his mother Gail Quander pin In keeping with the event’s theme, regimental colors (American flag) the rank on the one-star general. “Honoring the past, securing the during the Battle of Fort Wagner in future,” guest speaker Sgt. Maj. 1863. Brig. Gen. Quander follows Edward A. Bell, Office of the Dep- “About 5,000 black Soldiers, uty Chief of Staff G-4, shared with mostly from New England, served those in attendance the stories and in the Continental Army,” explained family line of general officers accomplishments of black service Bell. “The 1st Rhode Island Regi- By Compiled by Julia Simpkins Col. Mark Quander was promot- members from the Revolutionary ment was the first all-black unit and JBM-HH Command ed to brigadier general Friday at War to the present day Army. participated in the victory of York- Information Officer Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall’s “The theme honoring the past town in 1781.” Spates Community Center’s ball- and securing the future is not only He pointed out that black Sol- Currently serving as comman- room. Quander came to Fort Myer about our heritage but more impor- diers were also asked to serve in the dant at the Army Engineer school tantly for us to never forget where War of 1812 despite a law that had at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri, see QUANDER page 5 we came from as a nation and to barred people of color from serving continue to work together to en- in the military. sure that the momentum set by so By the end of the Civil War, about many heroes continues to provide 180,000 black men, or 10% of the I believe opportunities to all based on char- , had served Bell said. acter, commitment and competence He recalled the exploits of the fa- regardless of race, creed or color,” mous 54th Massachusetts Infantry I can fly Bell said. Regiment, a unit widely acclaimed Service members from “We all stand here today on the for its valor in the war. across the nation par- shoulders of brave men and wom- “During westward expansion black ticipated in the annual en who sacrificed so much and for troops, nicknamed Buffalo Soldiers, Capital Classic Friday some even their life, solely due to served long, isolated tours of duty through Monday. One of the pigmentation of their skin. I in the southwest,” Bell said. “They the players attempts a want to tell you some of the inspir- fought in over 100 battles in the shot during the game. For story and more photos, ing stories of their service and their Indian Wars. “Second Lt. Henry O. please see Pages 6-7. sacrifices in fighting not only wars PHOTO BY CHRISTIAN LILAKOS but fighting racism here at home see BHM page 4

Index Local forecast Chaplain’s Corner ...... page 2 Gen. Kelly funeral...... page 3 THURS. FRI. SAT. SUN. Capital Classic ...... page 6-7 40 | 21 39 | 24 49 | 26 53 | 39 News Notes ...... page 11

For more weather forecasts and information, visit www.weather.gov. 2 Thursday, February 20, 2020 PENTAGRAM Chaplain’s Corner A homemade life By Retired Chaplain house. There is nothing like home- old quickly. Soon as I got home, my homemade living. One can get these (Brig. Gen.) Ray Bailey made. wife would prepare her beef roast with needs elsewhere, but it’s not the same. Former Deputy I would be gone to the feld for train- potatoes and carrots. I ate till I could It is in the home where it is expected Chief of Chaplains ing while in the Army for several weeks burst. There is nothing like homemade. and rooted. and they would give us C-rations and It seems homemade starts at home. It There is nothing like homemade I remember sitting at my grand- then MREs to eat every day, washed is there where the foundational good- values and faith. You can get some out mother’s kitchen table as she prepared down with water from my canteen. ness of life begins for many. Sadly, it the can of social media or the plastic the morning biscuits. bag of Hollywood She called them “cat movies and shows, head biscuits” due to but it doesn’t taste the shape they made the same and doesn’t once she squeezed satisfy. It’s an exter- them out before nal experience that putting them in the doesn’t reach the frying pan. deepest part of our When they came spiritual needs. We out of the oven the can’t have a deep smell was so deli- faith that sustains cious, I could have us in hard times if eaten the whole pan. it’s only lived out The butter slowly through others or not melted over them as deeply seated in our I added fresh fgs or soul. We want and jelly, she had made. need homemade. There is nothing like Today, remember homemade. what homemade tast- I remember my ed and feltlike. Think mother who could about what values, make sweet tea like it direction and needs was a golden nec- you wanted and may tar. Still warm and have received. Get poured over some back to the basics ice in a glass, I would and foundational empty the glass in one swallow and Sure, when you are hungry, they tasted is just the opposite for others, but the part of your life that you experienced wanting more. Then she would dish good, but after a long period of time, need and expectations are the same. that has no comparison, not even from up a slice of fresh peach cobbler made it was processed food from a can or It is there where direction and pur- a can or bag. Experience it again. Re- from peaches from the tree beside their plastic bag day end and day out. It got pose are found shared by parents and member the homemade life. Cultivating Patience in our Relationship With God By Chaplain (Maj.) Bryant Casteel right away! JBM-HH Family Life Chaplain However, the Bible is full of admonitions and encouragement toward patience. James Cultivating Patience links patience to steadfastness. It is a fruit In our relationship with God of faith-cultivated patience as we wait on James 5:7-11 the hand of the Lord. Moreover, when Paul is describing the Devotional characteristics of love, patience is the frst We live in a society of instant gratifca- word he uses (1 Cor 13:4). This can make tion. Never before in history has there us very uncomfortable, because patience been so much of a strain placed on our requires us to be vulnerable. It implores us ability to be patient. We have fast food to let down the walls that we have set up services, on-demand TV, and all of the to protect ourselves from being hurt. Yet information known to man in our pockets. we can see how patience is a foundational With so much at our constant disposal, it expression of love. Love requires the ability is not hard to imagine how we have such to endure. a diffcult time cultivating patience in our Cultivate patience in your life, because it relationships and with God. In fact, even will bear the fruit of peace. when we pray for patience, we want it Galatians 5:22 Chapel services Religious services will be Protestant held at Memorial Chapel 7:45 and 10:30 a.m. at the below times. (Sunday) Gospel service Catholic noon (Sunday) Saturday Mass: 5 p.m., Samoan service  Sunday Mass: 9 a.m. 2:30 p.m. (Sunday) ACS Corner All courses below are in the Joint Base My- to take to repair a relationship. er-Henderson Hall Army Community Service Anger management toolkit classroom, 202 Custer Rd. (Bldg.201), Fort Myer, Anger management toolkit is a fve-session train- VA 22211. ing Tuesday through March 24 from 9:30 to 11 a.m. For more information on any course or to regis- This in-depth fve session curriculum was designed ter, please call (703) 696-3512. to help regular people learn coping skills when they Registration is required. Army Community Ser- are beginning to fll overwhelmed and frustration vice is open Monday through Friday 7:30 a.m. to more frequently. Together individuals will explore 4 p.m. the physiology of anger and how to express con- Play morning cerns in an appropriate and respectful way. During Play morning is held Thursday mornings from training individuals will discuss triggers, coping, 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the Henderson Hall Chap- assertive communication and self-care. el, 1555 Southgate Rd., Bldg. 29, Arlington, VA EFMP courses 22211. Every Thursday children will have open Seven principles for making marriage work The Exceptional Family Program will have the play, structured activities, sing along songs with On Thursday and Feb. 27 from 9:30 to 11:30 following course: March 26 parenting class in the instruments and story time for preschool children a.m. the seven principles for making marriage work Pentagon Conference Center B9 from 11:30 a.m. to infant to 5 years old. Registration is not required. based on Dr. John Gottman’s book “The Seven 1 p.m. For questions, please call (703) 696-3512 or (703) Principles for Making Marriage Work,” teaches the For more information, contact Muriel Williams by 614-7204. warning signs of a troubled marriage and the steps email at [email protected].

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PHOTOS BY ELIZABETH FRASER A firing party from the Marine Barracks, Washington, D.C. (8th and I) fire a three-rifle volley during the service for retired 28th Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. Paul X. Kelley in Section 34 of Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Virginia, Feb. 13. KELLEY from page 1

In July 1956, Kelley became the special assistant to the director of personnel at Headquarters Marine Corps, Washington, D.C. He completed Airborne Pathfinder School at Fort Benning, Georgia, in 1957. In February 1958, he was assigned to 2nd Force Re- connaissance Company, Fleet Marine Force, Atlantic, Camp Lejeune, where he served as executive officer and then commanding officer. From September 1960 to May 1961, he was the Marine Corps exchange officer with the British Royal marines. During this tour, he attended the Comman- do Course in England, served as assistant operations officer with 45 Commando in Aden and as command- er, “C” Troop, 42 Commando in Singapore and Bor- neo, an island in Southeast Asia’s Malay Archipelago. On March 1, 1961, he was promoted to major. He was assigned to Marine Corps Schools, in Quantico in July 1961, and served there as a tactics phase chief at The Basic School; and then reconnaissance and sur- veillance officer at the Marine Corps Landing Force Development Center. In June 1964, he assumed duties as commanding officer, Marine Barracks, Newport, Rhode Island. From there, he transferred to Vietnam and reported as the 3rd Marine Amphibious Force combat intelligence The 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) Caisson Platoon; U.S. Marines from the Marine Corps Drum and Bugle officer. Following that assignment, he served as com- Corps; and U.S. Marines from the Marine Barracks, Washington, D.C. (8th and I) conduct military funeral honors with manding officer, 2nd Battalion, 4th Marine Regiment funeral escort for retired 28th Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. Paul X. Kelley in Section 34 of Arlington National in Vietnam. He was promoted to lieutenant Cemetery, Arlington, Virginia, Feb. 13. Jan. 20, 1966. During this tour as battalion command- Development and Education Command, at Quantico. er, he earned the Silver Star, the Legion of Merit with He then assumed duties as director, Education Center combat distinguishing device and two awards of the and was promoted to major general June 29, 1976. Bronze Star with combat distinguishing device. In May 1978, he was ordered to become deputy chief Kelley attended the U.S. Army Infantry School at of staff for Requirements and Programs at Head- Fort Benning, where he served from August 1966 to quarters Marine Corps. On Feb. 4, 1980, Kelley was July 1968 as the senior Marine Corps representative promoted to lieutenant general and appointed by the of the commandant of the Marine Corps. He then president of the United States as the first commander attended the Air War College at Maxwell Air Force of the Rapid Deployment Joint Task Force, which was Base, Alabama, where he graduated as a distinguished renamed in January 1983 as United States Central graduate in May 1969. Command, a four-service force with headquarters at He returned to Headquarters Marine Corps in June MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa, Florida. 1969 as the military assistant to the assistant com- On July 1, 1981, Kelley became the youngest Ma- mandant of the Marine Corps. He was promoted to rine to be promoted to general and assumed duties as colonel April 1, 1970, and was assigned to Vietnam, assistant commandant of the Marine Corps and chief where he commanded 1st Marine Regiment, 1st of staff. Marine Division. Kelley redeployed the regiment, the He became commandant of the Marine Corps on last Marine ground combat unit to leave Vietnam, to July 1, 1983. Within months, Kelley found himself Camp Pendleton, in May 1971. During his second leading the Marine Corps through the devastating af- tour in Vietnam, he was awarded a second Legion of termath of the barracks bombing in Beirut, Lebanon. Merit with combat distinguishing device. Retiring in 1987 after 37 years of distinguished Reassigned to the Washington, D.C., area in July service, Kelley joined the public policy firm Cassidy & 1971, Kelley served as chief, Southeast Asia Branch, Associates as vice chairman. He also became chair- Plans and Policy Directorate, Organization of the Joint man of the American Battle Monuments Commis- Chiefs of Staff, where he remained until November sion. He served under three presidents in this position 1973, when he was assigned as the executive assistant and was responsible for the design and construction to the director, joint staff. of the Korean War Veterans Memorial, as well as the Following Kelley’s promotion to brigadier genera onl legislation, construction and dedication of the World A U.S. Marine from the Marine Barracks, Washington, D.C. (8th and I) plays the bugle during the funeral for retired 28th Aug. 6, 1974, he was assigned as commanding gener- War II Memorial. Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. Paul X. Kelley in al, 4th Marine Division. In June 1975, Kelley served Kelley is survived by his wife of 68 years, Barbara Section 34 of Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Vir- as director for Development Center, Marine Corps Kelley and his daughter, Chris Kelley Cimko. ginia, Feb. 13.

The 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) Caisson Pla- toon; U.S. Marines from the Marine Corps Drum and Bugle Corps; and U.S. Marines from the Marine Barracks, Wash- ington, D.C. (8th and I) conduct military funeral honors with The 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) Caisson Platoon; U.S. Marines from the Marine Corps Drum and Bugle funeral escort for retired 28th Commandant of the Marine Corps; and U.S. Marines from the Marine Barracks, Washington, D.C. (8th and I) conduct military funeral honors with Corps Gen. Paul X. Kelley in Section 34 of Arlington Nation- funeral escort for retired 28th Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. Paul X. Kelley in Section 34 of Arlington National al Cemetery, Arlington, Virginia, Feb. 13. Cemetery, Arlington, Virginia, Feb. 13. 4 Thursday, February 20, 2020 PENTAGRAM

BHM from page 1

Flipper, the first African-American graduate of West Point and the first commissioned officer, commanded Buffalo Soldiers at Fort Sill.” Bell went on to share the story of the Harlem Hellfighters, a part of the 350,000 African Americans who served in World War l in segregated units, primarily as support troops. “Harlem Hellfighters shattered the myth that African Americans couldn’t serve in combat,” he said. “This all-black unit supported the French army for six months on the front lines and received the French Croix de Guerre (Cross of War) for their bravery in combat. During Desert Storm the Hellfighters became the 369th Transportation Battalion and helped liberate Ku- wait. They became the 369th Sus- tainment Brigade. I had the pleasure to serve with them from 2016-17 in support of Operation Spartan Shield. “During World War II more than 1 million African Americans served in uniform. The most famous segre- gated unit was the Tuskegee Airmen or Red Tails. These Airmen are still inspiring us. Col. Charles McGee, now 100 years old, was promoted to brigadier general by President (Donald) Trump last month for his PHOTOS BY ALICE SWAN amazing contributions as a Red Tail. Sgt.1st Class Andre McCrea (left) sings the anthem “Free at Last” with The Army Chorus at the Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall’s Black We owe Brig. Gen. McGee a big History Month program Feb. 13. thanks for paving the way for us all 82d Airborne Division. here today.” “Making history right here at Fort He noted that President Harry S. Myer, Spc. Fred Moore became the Truman’s 1948 Executive Order first African-American member of 9981 desegregating the U.S. Armed the Tomb of the Unknown Soldiers Forces change came slowly due to honor guard in 1961, and 36 years continued racism, “It opened doors later, Sgt. Danyell Wilson became and we grew some giants.” the first African-American woman Among the African American to join the tomb’s honor guard in ground breakers, he featured were: 1997,” Bell said. • Lt. Gen. Arthur Gregg, the first “We are still making history with African-American three-star general Soldiers like 2d Lt. Simone Askew in the U.S. Army, and the first Afri- who was West Point’s first female can-American Army G-4. African-American first captain • Gen. Colin Powell, the first black and is now a Rhodes Scholar. It is Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of leaders like Lt. Askew who will con- Staff and the youngest officer to tinue to honor the past and secure service in that position. In 2001, he the future. It is leaders like you in became the first African-American this room today who must roll your secretary of state. sleeves up and acknowledge that • Brig. Gen. Hazel Johnson-Brown, there is still work to do as we secure Sgt. Maj. Edward Bell, guest speaker during JBM-HH Black History Month’s commemora- the first black female general in the the future for this generation and tion Feb. 13. Bell took the audience on a walk through the long history of African-American and the first the next in the hope they will bene- military service to the nation. black chief of the United States fit from your efforts as we’ve bene- Army Nurse Corps. fited from the sacrifices made by the soloists Sgt. 1st Class Andre Mc- (the rapper) tune “Glory” with the • Gen. Roscoe Robinson was the heroes I’ve spoken about today.” Crea sang “Free at Last” and Sgt. chorus. Army’s first African-American In addition to Bell’s presentation, Maj. Christal Rheams of The U.S. The JBM-HH Equal Opportunity four-star general and the first Af- the event included a performance Army Band Downrange performed Office will hold a Women’s History rican-American commander of the by The U.S. Army Chorus. Featured the John Legend and Common Month commemoration March 12. Visit Us Online www. dcmilitary .com PHOTO BY JEFF HEENEY (Fourth from left) Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall Commander Col. Kimberly A. Peeples and (third from right) JBM-HH Command Sgt. Maj. Stephen Harris cut the ribbon for the opening of the joint base Tax Center Tuesday. Joint base Tax Center opens for season By Jeff Heeney stock transactions. In previous years, clients with a Pentagram Reporter combined gross income of up to $250,000, with the same restrictions, could file a return at the Tax Cen- The Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall Tax Center ter. opened Tuesday during a ribbon cutting ceremony. In 2019, the Tax Center assisted 1,187 clients who After the ceremony, JBM-HH commander, Col. Kim- represented all branches — active duty, retirees and berly A. Peeples provided remarks. She stressed the dependents, which generated more than $3.060 mil- importance of having tax preparers in the community lion in tax refunds for the community that saved tax because they provide a peace of mind and needed payers $388, 135 in filing fees, that would have gone assistance to the joint base community, which allows to tax preparation services. service members to meet their mission requirements. Please be aware that the Tax Center is done by The JBM-HH Tax Center is available for simple appointment only. For ease of service, customers tax returns in Bldg. 205, 101 Bloxon St., Fort Myer, should bring ID cards, orders if mobilized, all income Virginia. The Tax Center, operated by the U.S. Army statements and Social Security cards for all Family Military District of Washington, serves active duty members. Individuals need to bring any supporting service members, authorized dependents and retirees. documents for deductions and credits and employ- The scope of services have reduced from previous ment identification numbers for day care providers to years. Eligible clients are those with a combined in- the appointment. come of less than $100,000, individuals with self-em- For more information, please contact the Tax Cen- ployment income (exceptions are on-post child care ter website at https://www.mdwhome.mdw.army.mil/ and on-demand driving services) and 10 or fewer sja_nav/tax-center/tax-center. PENTAGRAM Thursday, February 20, 2020 5

West Point Class of 2022 cadet Gabby Ingram, Quander’s niece, and his mother-in-law Carolyn Ingram stand during PHOTOS BY JEFF HEENEY the ceremony. Brig. Gen. Mark Quander takes the oath of office Friday during his promotion ceremony. QUANDER generations and I will give you one promise: I oldest documented African-American family from page 1 will carry the legacy and I will absolutely wear it in American history. They are from the Fanti well.” tribe of the Akan peoples. Their origins began in to celebrate with family near his hometown in During his speech, Quander described the pil- Ghana, and now the majority resides in either Washington, D.C. lars of his success. or Virginia/Washington D.C., and He was pinned by his wife, retired Lt. Col “I also stand before you as a product of my more recently parts of . They were Melonie Quander, and his mother Gail Quan- many influence — mostly my faith, my family among the slaves who worked on the grounds of der, using the same general officer’s star worn and my friends ... my faith, which is strong and ’s . In his will, by his famous cousin retired Gen. Vincent important for me, has given me strength and George Washington stated that he wanted his Brooks, who was in attendance. Brooks inher- perseverance to endure the tough times, but also 124 slaves to be released upon the death of his ited that star from his father, retired Brig. Gen. kept me grounded in the good ones. My family, wife, . Washington died Dec. Leo Brooks Sr. both immediate and extended, have allowed me 14, 1799, with Martha signing a deed of manu- “Today is pretty special as I wear and accept to serve my country in ways that have made this mission in December 1800, and the slaves were this family heirloom of a brigadier general,” he day possible,” he said. set free Jan. 1, 1801. This is the third generation said. “It’s been worn in my family for several The Quander family is believed to be the of general officers in the Quander family. Visit Us Online www.dcmilitary.com

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The 25th annual Capital Classic basketball tournament took place Presidents Day weekend. The Capi- tal Classic is a nationally recognized military basketball tournament and a proving ground for service members for all-armed service teams. This year 16 men’s and five women’s teams battled for the title of Capital Clas- sic champions. Installations hosting games included Forts Myer, McNair, D.C., Henderson Hall, Belvoir, Vir- ginia and National Security Agency, Bethesda, Maryland. Military teams that traveled from around the country for the tourna- ment included Forts Bliss,Texas, Carson, Colorado, Stewart, Georgia, Jackson, South Carolina, and Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Joint Base Charleston,South Carolina, Fort Bragg, North Carolina, Lee, Virginia and Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virgin- ia and Dover Air Force Base, Dela- ware. Local teams included Joint Base My- er-Henderson Hall, Joint Base Ana- costia Bolling, D.C., Joint Base An- drews, , U.S. Coast Guard Headquarters, and NSA Bethesda. The winning men’s team hailed from Forts Bragg, and the winning wom- PHOTOS BY CHRISTIAN LILAKOS en’s team from Belvoir. A tourney player attempts to play “defense” against his son during the Capital Classic basketball tournament. A Fort Bragg player grabs a ball from the ball rack before shooting.

A player attempts a jumpshot during the annual Capital Classic. A player from the Travellers attempts a short jump shot in the lane. A player attempts a jumpshot during the annual Capital Classic.

A tournament employee works the clock during the annual Capital Classic. Marine Lt. Col. Mark Paolicelli and Command Sgt. Maj. Jamila Smith pose with the women’s 3-point shootout champion at the Capital Classic. 8 Thursday, February 20, 2020 PENTAGRAM Army doubles amount for spouse licensure reimbursement By Joe Lacdan Army News Service

Last summer, Army spouse Kamyar Haghayeghi left his job as an internal medicine physician in Maryland to follow his wife to San Antonio. Haghayeghi needed to relicense to practice medicine at the University of Texas-San Antonio. The licensing costs for an exam and administrative fees totaled more than $1,200. To add to the couple’s stress, Haghayeghi’s wife, Capt. Jenni- fer Loftsgaarden, learned she was pregnant with their first child shortly before the relocation from Bethesda to Brooke Army Medical Center. After beginning the per- manent-change-of-station process in July, she heard about the Army’s Spouse Licensure Reimbursement Program and quickly filed the nec- essary paperwork to receive $500 in reimbursements. “I know a lot of dual professional couples in civilian-military marriag- es that do have to incur some pretty surprising costs for their relicensure during a move,” said Loftsgaarden, a physical medicine rehabilitation physician at Brooke Army Medi- PHOTO BY SGT. INEZ HAMMON cal Center. “And I think that it’s a Col. Eric Edwards (left) commander of Evans Army Community Hospital and Command Sgt. Maj. Art Jason Santos, senior enlisted advi- really awesome benefit to help those sor for EACH, pose with their spouses Dec. 6, 2019, at Fort Carson, Colorado. Army civilian spouses who incur professional re-licensing families and it really shows that the or re-certification costs during permanent change-of-station relocations may receive up to $1,000 in reimbursements. Army really does care about their said Christine Traugott, assistant penses could add up over the course amount. people.” deputy for child and youth school of a career. Soldiers that PCS outside of the Under the National Defense Au- services and education for the assis- The Army has also widened the el- continental United States with thorization Act 2020, civilian spous- tant secretary of the Army for man- igibility options. Spouses who held a spouses relocating to a designated es can now receive up to $1,000 in power and reserve affairs. “You get professional license at a previous duty state are also eligible for the program. reimbursements for relicensing costs moved every couple of years and if station but chose not to renew their In addition, the Army Emergency during permanent change-wof-sta- you have a working spouse and that license at succeeding duty station are Relief program may also be able to tion relocations. Army Secretary spouse requires a license to do his or also eligible now for reimbursement. assist with funding for some licensing Ryan McCarthy signed the new her job, then every time you move, “We are giving commanders and expenses, officials said. Army directive Jan.16, which increas- you frequently have to relicense, members greater flexibility to support The changes coincide with the Ar- es the reimbursable amount from the “You have to get licensed in the these required additional expenses my’s focus on prioritizing its people, $500 Loftsgaarden and Haghayeghi state in which you’re practicing … they incur,” said Larry Lock, military especially its spouses and military received. Those costs can add up over time, compensation chief for the Army. Families. Army Chief of Staff, Gen. The 2018 NDAA required each and they’re a barrier to spouses being Angie Rodriguez-Torres, branch James McConville, implemented that military branch to reimburse spouses able to find quick employment.” chief for pay and allowances, said focus which has been echoed by Sgt. up to $500 for licensure and certi- Civilian military spouses like that couples who have filed for the Maj. of the Army Michael Grinston. fication costs. Congress increased Haghayeghi require a professional program average about $142 in re- “It’s critically important for that number to $1,000 in the 2020 recertification or relicensure when imbursable expenses with fewer than (spouses) to be able to get to work authorization. moving to another state, as each state a dozen who have incurred expenses as quickly as possible after a PCS Before the program’s inception, has different requirements and certi- greater than $500. move,” Grinston said. “The increase Army spouses previously had to fications. The added costs can be an Lock said the program is currently in available funds for reimbursement shoulder licensure costs themselves. additional burden to military families in a two-year pilot and will later de- in this year’s NDAA will go a long “Army life can be kind of tough,” on frequent PCS moves. Those ex- termine the appropriate reimbursable way to help.” Army modernizes its biometric processing capabilities By Douglas Scott to have a database with im- U.S. Army Soldiers pa- proved integrity that will be trolling critical checkpoints easier to use.” overseas will have an im- The architecture will also proved biometrics tool to make future software devel- help identify persons of opment work easier. interest in real time. “Previously, all database Army Futures Command’s relationships were performed Command, Control, Com- by the application,” Dadd- munications, Computers, ario said. “Our new database Cyber and Intelligence, Sur- has all of these relationships veillance and Reconnaissance built in, so when you make a Center (C5ISR) has devel- change in one area, it prop- oped and delivered software agates through the whole that will enable Program database.” Executive Office Intelligence, The C5ISR Center deliv- Electronic Warfare and Sen- ered a data conversion tool sors to modernize the Army’s with the architecture and 20-year-old biometric pro- plans to deliver data migra- cessing capabilities. tion and filter tools in Fiscal The Biometrics Automated Year 2021 before helping Toolset — Army (BAT-A) is the PM migrate the data. a handheld device used by The Center is also slated to deployed Soldiers to collect, support PM DoD Biometrics process and reference bio- throughout the development metric identity information of the Next Generation Bio- — such as iris, fingerprint metric Collection Capability. PHOTOS BY U.S. ARMY and facial images — during The new software will improve the speed, functionality and efficiency of the Biometrics Automated Toolset. “The need for accurate force protection screenings. and timely data is vital to the With the system deployed transmission specifications, tomorrow’s Soldier,” Lik- access better filtered infor- protection of our warfighters to U.S. joint forces around explained Brian D. Likens, ens said. “To do this, they mation, noted Will Daddario, in support of Multi-Domain the world and more than 1 project lead for the Biomet- restructured the data to a software engineer with the Operations,” said Col. Seno- million entries saved in the rics Collection Capability at comply with future standards C5ISR Center. dja “Frank” Sundiata-Walk- DOD’s Automated Biomet- PEO IEW&S’ project man- and modern architecture “In the past, superfluous er, project manager for PM rics Identification System, ager Department of Defense practices.” information had the ability to DOD Biometrics. “This it is important to migrate Biometrics. The new database software make its way up and into the updated database will make BAT-A to a database that “We asked the C5ISR architecture will improve the BAT-A database,” Daddario it more efficient for warfight- will meet the government’s Center to make the database overall speed and functional- said. “That will not happen ers to collect, identify and new electronic biometric more efficient and useful for ity of the tool so Soldiers can anymore. You are now going neutralize the enemy,” Visit Us Online www.dcmilitary.com PENTAGRAM Thursday, February 20, 2020 9 New IMCOM commander addresses Installation Innovation Forum By Scott F. Malcom U.S. Army Installation mobilization and deployment operations, ing a clear and common picture of the Management Command said Gabram. One way to strengthen tactical issues, especially displaced Fam- communities for this future is to work ilies. The AMC commander conducts In his first official event representing now to develop partnerships and build detailed weekly reviews of each displaced U.S. Army Installation Management relationships between military personnel Family’s situation to resolve individual Command to an external audience, and their Families on the installation and problems and return Families promptly Lt. Gen. Douglas Gabram, IMCOM the business and civic leaders in the cities and safely to their homes. commanding general, described actions and towns that surround them. “Let there be no doubt,” Gabram said, the Army is taking to strengthen Soldier, Installation Management Command “senior leaders are engaged.” Family and civilian readiness. is focusing on several important tactical Another main topic of conversation Gabram, who assumed command of issues, Gabram said. Noting that tactical during the conference was intergovern- IMCOM Jan. 22, addressed a group of missteps can have strategic consequenc- mental support agreements, or IGSAs. Army, business and civic leaders Feb. 10 es, he said together we will lead a collec- These are partnerships between instal- at the Association of Defense Commu- tive effort to fix them in order to move lations and their surrounding munici- nities’ “Installation Innovation Forum on and to be in position to attack bigger palities that benefit both parties. These 2020” in San Antonio. problems for the Army. can be situations where either the Army He spoke about actions the Army is The key to success in fixing the tactical or the municipality has a capability that, taking to drastically improve services issues are garrison commanders, who when shared, saves both from having to in four areas identified by Army Chief Gabram called “the center of gravity of maintain separate systems, equipment, PHOTO BY U.S. ARMY of Staff Gen. James C. McConville as the strategic support area.” maintenance or staff. On average, garri- Lt. Gen. Douglas Gabram, IMCOM Com- Quality of Life priorities which fall under “These tactical issues are amazingly son installation support service contracts manding General IMCOM’s portfolio: housing, child care, complex and emotional,” said Gabram, that are converted to IGSAs average a (Installations), and Alex Beehler, assis- spouse employment and permanent “and everybody in our military com- 30% savings to IMCOM, Gabram said. tant secretary of the Army Installations, change of station moves. munities should look for ways to help Several Army garrison commanders Energy and Environment. They joined Gabram praised the mutual alignment their garrison commander be more shared best practices from IGSAs on their U.S. Air Force counterparts on a of Army Materiel Command, IMCOM effective.” their installations. panel discussing best practices from each and the Association of Defense Commu- He also noted the progress the Army “In my view,” Gabram said, “if you service to improve the efficiency and nities. ADC works to advance issues that has made in the past year to improve are looking for an example of what right effectiveness of installation management. build strong communities and support housing as it strives to regain the trust looks like when it comes to IGSAs, look Beehler used several examples of civ- the military, and they also share a focus of Soldiers and their Families. Some no further than Presidio of Monterey, il-military cooperation from the host city, on improving quality of life for Soldiers points of progress in the last year were (California).” San Antonio, to drive home the point and their Families. the investing of $960 million in facili- The Presidio was represented by its that this type of support has been part of “This conference brings the right peo- ty upgrades, hiring additional quality IGSA manager, Jeffrey Post, and George the strength of the nation for decades. ple together to address these issues, and assurance inspectors, new construction, Helms, general services superintendent Evans described how he and oth- this week is a great opportunity to make standing up 24/7 hotlines at all installa- for the city of Monterey. The partners er Army staff are in support of Army the connections and build the relation- tions, distributing several resident sur- have agreements for everything from Materiel Command and IMCOM when ships that will make that happen,” said veys and acting on their feedback, and facilities maintenance to street sweepers, it comes to executing the Army Hous- Gabram. personally engaging residents through and road paving to an arborist who looks ing Campaign. This campaign provides He then described the strategic support multiple means including monthly town after the towering Monterey pines in and a roadmap for the way ahead built on area, the way in which Army installations halls. around the post. leader involvement, sustained focus, and are viewed in the emerging doctrine of Last month, Army Materiel Command Gabram made a special point to note, increased communication. It is designed multidomain operations. hosted a housing summit where every “The fact the two are here together is to restore trust with Soldiers and Fam- The Army recognizes U.S. adversar- garrison commander and their housing testament to their partnership.” ilies through providing housing that is ies will try to harass, interdict or even company partner provided a detailed Other speakers were Lt. Gen. Jason commensurate with the quality of their directly attack installations during status on their housing situation, provid- Evans, Army deputy chief of staff G-9 service. Save the Date: Army’s 245th Birthday Ball By LeAndrea O White check this page for updates. Army G-4 Sponsorship opportunities are avail- able to demonstrate your company’s Please save the date to celebrate commitment to the Army. For spon- the Army’s 245th Birthday with sorship information please visit, www. an evening of dining, dancing and armymwr.com/armybirthdayball entertainment. The Army Birthday The U.S. Army is the oldest of the Ball gathers current and former Army military branches and is one year members from around the world to older than the United States. The honor our proud military history and U.S. Army was founded on June 14, traditions. 1775, when the Continental Con- The Army Birthday Ball will be gress authorized enlistment of expert June 12 at the Hilton Hotel Washing- riflemen to serve the United Colonies ton, D.C., 1919 Connecticut Ave., for one year. This is also the 60th Washington DC 20009. anniversary of the first Army Birth- PHOTO BY U.S. ARMY Ticket information will be provided day Ball, which occurred in 1960 in The Army Birthday Ball will be June 12 at the Hilton Hotel Washington, D.C., 1919 Con- as the date approaches. Continue to Washington, D.C. necticut Ave., Washington DC 20009. 10 Thursday, February 20, 2020 PENTAGRAM

In 1945, the Bismarck Sea was the last U.S. Navy aircraft carrier to be sunk in combat during World War II. Feb. 20 invasion of Iwo Jima, when of Buena Vista, Jefferson mission began with a 1,000- capital where some 250 of In 1864, in the largest bat- about 50 kamikazes attacked Davis, became secretary of mile walk through dense the original 800 Marines lost tle fought in Florida during the U.S. Navy Task Groups war under President Frank- jungle, without their lives during the prob- the Civil War, a Confederate 58.2 and 58.3. Fleet carrier lin Pierce in 1853, and support, into Burma. On lem-plagued 18-month mis- force under Gen. Joseph Saratoga was struck by three president of the Confederate Feb. 24, 1944, they began sion. In 1975, a bloody civil Finegan decisively defeat- suicide planes and so badly states of America in 1861. their Burmese campaign, war erupted in Lebanon, ed an army commanded by damaged that the war ended Feb. 23 which, when done, con- with Palestinian and leftist Gen. Truman Seymour. The before it returned to service. In 1900, in the Philip- sisted of five major and 30 Muslim guerrillas battling victory kept the Confeder- At 6:45 p.m., two Mitsubishi pines, Marine Capt. Draper minor engagements with a militias of the Christian Pha- ates in control of Florida’s A6M5 Zeros approached arranged with the gunboat far more numerous Japanese lange Party, the Maronite interior for the rest of the Bismarck Sea, which opened USS Nashville, when it next enemies. They had to carry Christian community and war. Olustee was the cli- fire with its anti-aircraft came by on patrol, to shell their supplies on their backs other groups. During the max to a Union invasion of guns. One Zero was set on the village of Benictican in and on pack mules, and next few years, Syrian, Israe- Florida a few weeks before. fire, but its suicidal pilot retaliation for a raid on a were resupplied only with li and United Nations inter- Gen. Quincy Gilmore, pressed the deck below. Two marine water party six days airdrops in the middle of the ventions failed to resolve the commander of the Union’s minutes later, an internal before that had killed two jungle. Merrill’s Marauders factional fighting, and Aug. Department of the South, explosion devastated the Marines. After the bombard- succeeded in maneuvering 20, 1982, a multinational dispatched Seymour to Jack- ship, and at 7:05 p.m., Capt. ment, he entered the town behind Japanese forces to force including 800 U.S. sonville Feb. 7. Seymour’s J.L. Pratt ordered abandon with a force of 100 men and, cause the disruptions nec- Marines were ordered to troops secured the town ship. Ravaged by further ex- found it abandoned, de- essary to throw the enemy Beirut to help coordinate the and began to send plosions over the next three stroyed it completely. into confusion. They were so Palestinian withdrawal. The raiders inland to Lake City hours, Bismarck Sea sank at Feb. 24 successful, the Marauders Marines left Lebanese terri- and Gainesville. Just behind 10 p.m., the last U.S. Navy In 1944, Maj. Gen. Frank managed even to capture tory Sept. 10 but returned in the troops came John Hay, carrier to go down as a re- Merrill’s guerrilla force, the Myitkyina Airfield in strengthened numbers Sept. private secretary to Pres- sult of enemy action during nicknamed “Merrill’s Ma- northern Burma. When their 29, following the massacre ident . World War II. Of its crew of rauders,” began a campaign mission was completed, all of Palestinian refugees by a Hay issued loyalty oaths 943, 218 officers and men in northern Burma. In Au- surviving Merrill’s Maraud- Christian militia. The next to residents in an effort to lost their lives. gust 1942, President Frank- ers had to be evacuated to day, the first U.S. Marine form a new, republican state Feb. 22 lin D. Roosevelt and Prime hospitals to be treated for died during the mission were government in time to send In 1847, during the Mexi- Minister Winston Churchill everything from exhaus- killed while they defused a delegates to the 1864 par- can-American War, Mexican agreed to create an Ameri- tion and various tropical bomb. Other Marines fell ty convention. Under the Gen. Santa Anna surround- can ground unit whose sole diseases to malnutrition or prey to snipers. On April president’s plan of recon- ed the outnumbered forces purpose was to engage in A.O.E. (“Accumulation of 18, 1983, a suicide bomber struction, a new state gov- of U.S. Gen. Zachary Taylor a “long-range penetration Everything”). They were drove a van and devastated ernment was formed when at the Angostura Pass in mission” in Japanese-occu- awarded the Distinguished the U.S. embassy in Beirut, 10% of the state’s prewar Mexico and demanded an pied Burma. This mission Unit Citation in July 1944, which killed 63 people, that voting population took a immediate surrender. Tay- consisted of cutting Japanese which was re-designated the included 17 Americans. loyalty oath. Seymour moved lor refused, and allegedly communications and supply Presidential Unit Citation Then, on Oct. 23, a Leba- toward Lake City, west of replied, “Tell him to go to lines and otherwise throwing in 1966. Every member of nese terrorist drove a truck Jacksonville, destroyed a hell,” and early the next the enemy’s positions into the commando force also packed with explosives into railroad bridge and secured morning Santa Anna dis- chaos. It was hoped that this received the Bronze Star, a the U.S. Marine barracks in northern Florida. Finegan patched some 15,000 troops commando force could thus very rare distinction for an Beirut, that killed 241 U.S. possessed only 500 men at and moved against the 5,000 prepare the way for Gen. entire unit. Merrill remained military personnel. That Lake City, but reinforce- Americans. The superior Joseph Stillwell’s Chinese in the far east and was made same morning, 58 French ments arrived. By the time U.S. artillery was able to American Force to reopen an aide to Stillwell. soldiers were killed in their the two sides skirmished halt one of the two advanc- the Burma Road, which was Feb. 25 barracks 2 miles away in a near the railroad station of ing Mexican divisions, while closed in April 1942 by the In 1991, the most decisive separate suicide terrorist Olustee, each side had about Jefferson Davis’ Mississippi Japanese invaders, and once actions of the Gulf War, VII attack. The identities of the 5,000 troops. Throughout riflemen led the defense of again allow supplies and war Corps, moved directly east embassy and barracks bomb- the day Feb. 20, a pitched the extreme left flank against material into China through with three heavy divisions ers were not determined, but battle raged. The Confeder- the other Mexican advance. this route. Within the mili- abreast, attacked the elite they were suspected to be ates were close to breaking By five o’clock, the Mex- tary, a type of “help wanted” Iraqi Republican Guard Shiite terrorists associated the Yankee lines when they icans began to withdraw. ad was put up with the pres- units. Late in the after- with Iran. After the barracks ran low on ammunition. The Mexican-American War ident’s authority, an appeal noon on the 26th, the VII bombing, many questioned When more cartridges ar- began with a dispute over for applicants and partici- Corps hit elements of the whether President Ronald rived, the attack continued. the U.S. government’s 1845 pated in a “dangerous and Tawakalna Division in the Reagan had a solid policy By late afternoon, Seymour annexation of Texas. In Jan- hazardous mission.” About battle of 73 Easting. In quick aim in Lebanon. Serious realized the fight was lost uary 1846, President James 3,000 Soldiers volunteered succession, the 2nd ACR, questions also arose over and he retreated. The Yan- K. Polk, a strong advocate of from stateside units to create 1st and 3rd Armored Divi- the quality of security in the kees suffered 1,800 killed, westward expansion, ordered what was officially called sions, and the 1st Infantry American sector of war-torn wounded or captured, while Taylor to occupy disputed the 5307th Composite Unit, Division smashed through Beirut. The U.S. peacekeep- the Confederates lost about territory between the Nueces code named “Galahad.” It the Tawakalna Division. ing force occupied an ex- 900 men. It was one of the and Rio Grande rivers. Mex- would go into history as Overwhelming the enemy posed area near the airport, highest casualty rates of ican troops attacked Taylor’s Merrill’s Marauders, after with accurate tank fire and but for political reasons the the war for the Union. The forces, and in May 1846, Merrill, their commander. assisted by deadly Apache Marine commander had not battle disrupted the flow of Congress approved a decla- Merrill trained his men in helicopter gunships, the VII been allowed to maintain a supplies from Florida to oth- ration of war against Mexico. the art of guerrilla warfare Corps hit the Medina Divi- completely secure perimeter er Confederate armies, but it At Buena Vista in February in the jungles of India, for sion in the early afternoon of before the barracks attack. failed to bring about a new 1847, and at Monterrey in secrecy’s sake. The comman- the 27th. At Medina Ridge, In a national address on the state government. Most of September, Taylor proved a do force was formed into an attempted Iraqi ambush night of Oct. 23, Reagan Florida remained in Confed- brilliant military command- six combat units — Red, of the 1st Armored Division vowed to keep the Marines erate hands until the end of er, earned the nickname White, Blue, Green, Orange ended with the destruction in Lebanon, but just four the war. “Old Rough and Ready” and Khaki — with 400 men of more than 300 enemy months later he announced Feb. 21 while he emerged from the in each (the remaining 600 tanks. the end of the American role In 1945, the Bismarck war a national hero. He won men or so were part of a Feb. 26 in the peacekeeping force. Sea was the last U.S. Navy the Whig presidential nomi- rear-echelon headquarters In 1984, the last U.S. On Feb. 26, 1984, the main aircraft carrier to be sunk in nation in 1848, and defeated that remained in India that Marines sent to Lebanon force of Marines left Leb- combat during World War II. the democratic candidate, coordinated the air drops as part of a multinational anon, and left just a small The escort carrier Bismarck Lewis Cass, in November. of equipment to the men in peacekeeping force left Bei- contingent to guard the U.S. Sea was supporting the The other hero of the Battle the field). The Marauders’ rut, the war-torn Lebanese embassy in Beirut. PENTAGRAM Thursday, February 20, 2020 11 News Notes

Coronavirus updates Guide icon. to the cemetery must enter through the ANC The Centers for Disease Control and Preven- CIF seeks updated information Visitor’s Center. tion continues to closely monitor an outbreak The Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall Cen- of 2019-nCoV in Wuhan City, China. For the tral Issue Facility requests that unit command- Gospel service keeper of latest information and responses from the ers provide CIF activity with an updated DA community celebration CDC, visit the CDC website at https://www. form 1687 (Notice of Authority Card) with Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall Memorial cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html. appointment orders for 2020 by close of busi- Chapel invites the community to the gospel ness Feb. 28. service keeper of the community award cel- Tickets available at Units are required to reconcile their alpha ebration Feb. 29 at 1 p.m. In honor of Black Community Activity Center rooster with CIF by close of business Feb. 28. History Month, the award is given to individ- Looking for tickets to local attractions in Ceremonial uniforms and alterations pick up uals who have gone above and beyond to make the national capital region? The Community are available upon oral or written notification. a difference in their communities. The event Activity Center has tickets to many of these, FLIPL’s will only be hand carried to CIF by is hosted by JBM-HH Family Life Chaplain including discounted movie tickets for AMC the regimental/battalion S-4 representative. (Maj.) Bryant Casteel. and Regal Cinemas. Soldiers should contact their servicing S-4 for Honorary guests include retired Brig. Gen For more information, customers can call information. Clara L. Adams-Ender, Darren Haynes and (703) 696-3469/70. the JBM-HH Gospel Service Praise team. SOWC tours State Department March 3 This event is free and open to the public. A Love and Light The Signal Officer Wives’ Club will tour the soul food dinner follows the award celebration. The U.S. Army Band will be performing State Department March 3. Those interested For additional information, please contact Saturday at the Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert should arrive at 10 a.m. and have some form Edgar Brookins at (202) 330-0939 or by email Hall and Arts Center in Alexandria, Virginia, of government ID. Those who are late will not at [email protected]. from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. be allowed entry. The tour will last 45 minutes Admission is free and seating is available on and will begin at 10:30 a.m. Lunch will follow. McNair turnstile reset a first-come, first-served basis. At 7:15 p.m. The location will be announced later. Those For security reasons, the timer at the turn- patrons without tickets will be seated in any wishing to attend should contact Barbara at stile at Fort McNair has been reset for entry. available seats. For ticket information, visit (571) 261-2540 and she will assist an individ- The gate is fully operational. Once an individ- www.usarmyband.com. ual in making a reservation. ual has entered his or her PIN number, move Considered one of the most concisely com- forward immediately. If it times out and the posed works for wind ensemble, Paul Hin- AER kickoff March 5 gate won’t move forward, back out of the gate, demith’s “Symphony in B-flat” was composed On March 5, the JBM-HH community is in- press # to clear last entry and try to enter in 1951 at the request of Lt. Col. Hugh Curry, vited to the kickoff of Army Emergency Relief again. For more information, contact physical commander of Pershing’s Own. The only work in the base dining facility’s VIP room, Bldg. security at (703) 606-5213. Hindemith wrote for specifically for wind en- 404 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. semble, the three-movement symphony high- 2020 Mobile DMV lights the composer’s masterful skill with coun- Green to Gold briefing Throughout 2020, the JBM-HH Soldier for terpoint and melodic expression. This classic There are two upcoming Green to Gold Life-Transition Assistance Program will spon- of the wind ensemble repertoire is presented briefings on JBM-HH. Attend the Army Re- sor days with the DMV mobile unit on loca- alongside fresh new works by Mason Bates, serve Officers’ Training Corps Green to Gold tion. The tentative dates for 2020 are March Michael Daugherty, and the world premiere briefing May 13 for more information. The 18, May 6, July 9, Sept. 16 and Nov. 6. The of another piece commissioned by Pershing’s briefings will take place at the Fort Myer Army events run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Spates Own: “Love and Light” by Baltimore-based Education Center, Bldg. 417, room 218 from parking lot off McNair Road. This service at composer Brian Balmages. 2 to 3:35 p.m. For more information, contact Fort Myer will be exclusively for ID card/CAC Army guidance counselor Jennifer Souza at holders including Family members, retirees Civilian leave assist [email protected]. Reserve a seat at and civilians. JBM-HH Directorate of Public Works em- https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/33FQ785. With the latest technology, the wireless office ployee Lisa Barnes has been approved to on wheels offers all DMV services for the state receive leave under the Volunteer Leave Pro- VA education briefing of Virginia. No lines, no appointments needed. gram. Interested in learning more about the GI- Preretirement briefings Department of the Army civilian employees Bill? Attend the VA education briefing March The 2020 preretirement briefing dates at who would like to donate annual leave can 17 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Fort Myer Army JBM-HH have been announced. The dates are fill out form OPM630a, “Request to Donate Education Center, Bldg. 417. The class will be March 17, April 7, May 5, June 2, July 7, Aug. Annual Leave to Leave Recipient Under the held in room 218 from 1 to 2 p.m. For more 4, Sept. 1, Oct. 6, Nov. 3 and Dec. 1. Voluntary Leave Transfer Program (Within information, contact Army guidance counselor The briefings are being held in the Fort Myer Agency),” at www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/op- Jennifer Souza at [email protected]. Community Center (Bldg. 405) from 8 a.m. m630a.pdf. Reserve a seat online at https://www.survey- to noon. Preregistration is not required. While For federal government civilian employees monkey.com/r/L78SWHR. most of the meetings take place on a Tuesday, outside the Department of the Army who please note that the March briefings is not be- would like to donate annual leave, please com- Marriage enrichment retreats ing held on the first Tuesday of the month due plete form OPM 630b, “Request to Donate The Chaplains Religious Enrichment Devel- to unavailability of facilities. Annual Leave to Leave Recipient Under the opment Operation is offering marriage enrich- For more information, contact retirement Voluntary Leave Transfer Program (Outside ment retreats in the National Capital Region. services officer Linda Hocking by email at Agency),” at www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/ Individuals can give their relationship the gift [email protected]. opm630b.pdf. of interpersonal tools to grow a more satisfying For those who wish to donate, please be sure marriage. Capitol Deli hours to populate the form with the recipient’s name Retreat dates for 2020 include March 13 to Capitol Deli has new hours for the new year. specifically. Send completed form to Maribel 15, May 29 to 31 and Aug. 14 to 16. The new hours are Monday through Friday Rodriguez at [email protected]. The training will be held in Rockville, Mary- from 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and Saturdays land. Military and immediate Family depen- from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Personal resiliency retreat dents are welcome. For more information, The Chaplains Religious Enrichment De- contact CREDO NDW at credo.ndw.fcm@ Amazon lockers at MCX velopment Operation is offering a personal navy.mil or call (202) 404-8831. Registration Amazon lockers have arrived at Henderson resiliency retreat April 17-19. The training will is required. Meals, lodging and parking are at Hall. The new Amazon hub lockers are locat- be held in Rockville, Maryland. Military and no cost to the participants. ed at Henderson Hall MCX, 1555 Southgate immediate Family members are welcome. For Rd., Arlington, VA 22214. Look for the “Devil more information, contact CREDO NDW at Old Post Chapel Gate Dog” hub when selecting a locker for delivery. [email protected] or call (202) 404- closes for construction 8831. Registration is required. The Old Post Chapel Gate on the Fort Myer Zembiec Pool open side of the installation is closed until spring. Ready to get started on those New Year’s 2020 guidebook online During this time, all funerals are moved to resolutions? Why not start with getting in more The Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall 2020 Memorial Chapel and will use Memorial Gate swim time? Base Guide is now available online. Visit home. to access Arlington National Cemetery. There The Zembiec Pool facility is now open Mon- army.mil/jbmhh scroll down and click on the is no access, including pedestrian or person- Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall 2020 Base nel, to the cemetery via JBM-HH. All visitors see NOTES page 12 Visit Us Online www. dcmilitary.com

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It can also vet temperature is set at 80 degrees. the month. Doors open at 6 p.m., with music and register visitors at designated lanes at the and dancing from 7 to 11 p.m. An a la carte gate. The installation of the AIE upgrade is Mentors needed menu and cash bar will be available. ongoing and will go live early May. The fielding Marines and civilians are needed to serve as does not affect normal traffic flow, but drivers education mentors to elementary school stu- Seafood dinner buffet should be aware that personnel will be at the dents. Volunteers help provide mentorship and The seafood dinner buffet is the last Friday of entrance gates. academic support while building a relationship the month in the Fife and Drum Dining Room. that will shape a child’s life and strengthen our Doors open at 6 p.m. Cost is $30.95 for mem- Housing assistance, environmental community relations. As a mentor, individuals ber and $35.95 for nonmembers. health registry information will serve as a trusted advisor who serves to If individuals are residents at Joint Base My- enhance a child’s academic success and confi- Karaoke night er-Henderson Hall, there are two numbers they dence. Join the 3 million mentors in the coun- Karaoke night is every first Friday of the can call for 24/7 housing assistance. One is a try who help make a difference in a child’s life. month in the Old Guard Lounge, located on 24/7 work order call center and the other is a The mentorship program is a reading pro- the lower level of Patton Hall. Karaoke hap- housing 24/7 hotline. gram where students read to the mentors and pens from 6 to 10 p.m. If individuals live in Army Family Housing on mentors provide positive feedback to assure Forts McNair or Myer and have work orders their efforts. A child who receives more assur- All-you-can-eat buffet lunch for their housing, please call the Joint Base ance (from a mentor) is more likely to believe An all-you-can-eat buffet is served Tuesday Myer-Henderson Hall Army Family Housing and trust in themselves. As a result, their through Friday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the contractor 24/7 call center at (703) 696-2923. grades can increase as well as their likelihood Fife and Drum Room. Cost for members is $11 If individuals have any unresolved housing of success. and $15 for nonmembers. issues to bring to the attention of the JBM- Registration is required. For more informa- HH command leadership and the Army Family tion and to register, please contact Amy Fish- Sunday brunch Housing Office, please call the housing 24/7 man at (703) 693-8378 or by email at Amy. Sunday brunch is served every Sunday from hotline at (703) 965-6050. [email protected]. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Fife and Drum Dining Additionally, The U.S. Army Medical Com- Room. mand is establishing a Housing Environmental Functional academic skills Cost for members is $23, $28 for nonmem- Health Response Registry to address health training for Soldiers bers, $10.95 for children (6-12) and children 6 or safety concerns of current or former Army The Basic Skills Education Program provides years old and younger dine free. housing residents. The 24-hour registry will Soldiers with on-duty instruction in read- allow the Army Public Health Center to pro- ing, math and language skills. The goal of the Join retiree council vide current or former residents information course is to improve job performance, prepare Retirees are welcome to become JBM-HH’s on environmental health hazards, assist them Soldiers for more advanced schooling, increase Retiree Council members. The executive com- in seeking medical care for any housing related reenlistment options and enhance trainability. mittee of the retiree council meets quarterly illnesses or concerns and serve as a two-way The FY20 schedule is now available. For more the first Thursday in the months of February, exchange of information. Call the registry at information, call the education center at (703) May, August and November. General member- (800) 984-8523 to enroll. 696-3178. ship meetings occur quarterly on the second Thursday of the above months. The council Toastmasters improves listening, thinking Fooda at Exchange is an opportunity for individuals to have their Toastmasters is available for individuals who Fooda is now open at the Fort Myer food voice heard and to improve the retired mili- want to improve their public speaking, think- court. The new food service provider is open tary community. For more information, call or ing, listening and leading. Helmsmen Toast- Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 1:30 email Linda Hocking at (703) 696-5948, Lin- masters holds weekly meetings every Thursday p.m. Food selection will vary daily. Check out [email protected] or at usarmy.jbmhh. at 7:30 a.m. at , PLC2, just out- the menu daily at fooda.com/aafes-jbmyer. [email protected]. side north parking entrance. For more information, contact Carl Sabath Car wash closed until further notice Automated installation entry changes at (703) 695-2804 or by email at carl.e.sabath. The Henderson Hall car wash has announced The newest iteration of the automated instal- [email protected]. that it will not be reopening in the foreseeable lation entry system is currently being installed future. The infrastructure was found to need at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall. AIE is Employee Assistance Program adjustments that must happen before the car the Army’s electronic physical access control at Fort Belvoir wash can be opened. Updates will be posted as system that increases security for Soldiers, Employee Assistance Program services for they become available. Family members, Department of Defense JBM-HH are currently being provided by Fort civilian workforce, military retirees, contractor Belvoir. For EAP services, please contact Dr. Made-to-order-pasta employees and visitors by electronically vet- Jorge Grandela at (703) 805-5588 or Doryan Individuals can enjoy lunch made by the ting and validating an individual at JBM-HH Dixon (alternate) at (703) 805-1083.