Volume 14, Issue 13 Friday, December 14, 2012 ommand orner News from the Bay Reading bingo Capture the Santa A new way to bowl Cc When was the last time you got a prize for Want to liven up your bowling experi- Sgt. Maj. Scott Smith reading a book? Elementary school? The MWR Do you like paintball? How about capture- ence? Come out and enjoy all-new Cosmic Sergeant Major, Joint Task Force Guantanamo Community Library is hosting the Reading the-flag? Ever played both at the same time? Bowling, now playing at Marblehead Lanes Bingo event to promote reading. The contest GTMO’s MWR is hosting Capture the Santa, Bowling Center every Friday and Saturday REE COLLEGE! Sounds like an adver- as molasses in January” is open to adults and teens and runs through Saturday at the Ground Zero paintball course. night from 9 to 11:30 p.m. The scene fea- tisement that you would see in the back internet. So then my fol- March. For more information call 4700 or pick Players will attempt to capture Santa and tures new cosmic lights and sound system, Fof the Army or Navy Times. However, here low up question is, “Have up your reading bingo card at the library today. Frosty figurines. Capture-the-Santa begins at 6 and attendees can request music on four new at GTMO, free college is not a gimmick, but you gone to the Navy Start reading and winning prizes. p.m. and goes to 8 p.m. Players can sign up for big screens. The $13 cost includes two and a it can be a reality if you choose to invest College Office over by this event at the marina. This event is free of half hours of bowling and a shoe rental. some of your off time. So in this week’s the NAVSTA chapel and Reservations charge and open to all ages. FMI call 2345. Command Corner, I would like to take the asked about College Level opportunity and enlighten you on a signifi- Examination Program Preparing for parties and events can be cant fact: It does not take 10 to 15 or even (CLEP) and DANTES very stressful. Wouldn’t it be nice to be able A new way to dance Cooking class 30 years to get your degree. Standardized Subject to not have to worry about the big stuff? The Want to learn salsa? Lessons are held every I started college some 30 years ago while Tests (DSST)?” The nor- Bayview and the MWR have you covered. Saturday at the W.T. Sampson Elementary The MWR Liberty program is offer- I was still in high school. I had the oppor- mal reply to this question They can provide tables, bounce houses, School gymnasium. There is a beginner class ing a free holiday cooking class at the CBQ tunity to attend a summer semester at Penn goes something like this: catering, or DJ equipment. For more infor- from 7 to 8 p.m. and an intermediate class kitchen. The class will be held Thursday, Dec. State between my junior and senior years. “I didn’t know there was mation or to make your reservation, contact from 8 to 9 p.m. For more information, con- 20 and starts at 4:30 p.m. This class is for Had I been able to come up with the money a Navy College Office Ging at 75604 or 84414. tact [email protected] or 84093. unaccompanied service members. back then, I probably would have finished my (Base Education Office), degree before I entered the Marine Corps, and what is CLEP and but I believe everything happens for a reason. DANTES?” This past COMMAND from page 2 is located in Room 11 of the Chapel Hill INDEX Over the following years, I have sporadically week, I went to the Navy College Office and complex. The Wire taken some college courses but was never spoke to Mr. Julio M. Garcia, the director of JTF Guantanamo Being the sole education center on base, Commander December 14, 2012 assigned to a unit or duty station long enough Navy College Office GTMO, andhe relayed Rear Adm. John W. Smith Jr. Once you take the exam, if you get a this office can assist active duty personnel of to finish my degree (or at least that was one some GREAT information along to me: passing score, you could be waived from all service branches explore diverse volun- Deputy Commander Movie review: Here Comes the Boom 4 of my excuses), until my last assignment in College credits can be earned in a non- Army Brig. Gen. James Lettko taking the actual college course. This saves tary education opportunities while stationed Reading Bingo 5 Hawaii. Dec.15, 2011 was a day I will always traditional way, outside the classroom, by Sergeant Major time and money. here. The services offered include academic Marine Sgt. Maj. Scott Smith Army vs. Navy Game 8 remember, as I walked across the stage at the taking advantage of the CLEP (College Office of Public Affairs Director Preparing for a CLEP or DSST exam planning and counseling, career interests General Kelly Visits 10 Blaisdell Arena in Honolulu with a diploma Level Examination Program) and DSST Navy Capt. Robert Durand: 9928 can seem a little intimidating if you’ve and exploration, tuition assistance benefits, Deputy Director Trooper Focus 12 from Hawaii Pacific University in hand, (DANTES Standardized Subject Tests) never experienced earning credit-by-exam testing services and more. Mr. Garcia can be Army Capt. Alvin Phillips: 9927 Holiday Cantata 15 thinking, “Why the heck did this take so exams offered at GTMO. These exams are Senior Enlisted Leader before, but there are a lot of study material reached at 2227. Hanukkah Cooking Class 16 long to accomplish?” The answer was very free of cost to active duty personnel and are Sgt. 1st Class Steven Petibone: 3383 and practice exams available online through The time you spend and sacrifice here at Command Information NCOIC The WIRE is the official news magazine of Joint Task Force easy: because I kept making excuses to put administered every month at the National Army Staff Sgt. Michael Davis Jr.: 3499 the Peterson’s DoD/MWR Libraries for GTMO can end up paying huge dividends Guantanamo. It is produced by the JTF Public Affairs Office to inform and educate the Troopers of JTF Guantanamo through off finishing my degree – deployments, time Testing Center located on Chapel Hill, room service members and study guides that in your quest to obtain your college degree. news, features, command guidance, sports and entertainment. This DoD news magazine is an authorized publication for the with the family, long work hours, any excuse 10. There are 33 CLEP and 38 DSST exam The Wire can be checked out at the MWR GTMO You just have to seize the opportunities that members of the Department of Defense. Contents of The I could come up with that justified me not titles available. With these exams, it would be Community Library. exist. Lastly and as always, continue to take WIRE are not necessarily the official views of, or endorsed Senior Editor by, the U.S. Government, the Department of Defense, or Joint going back to class. As I looked back over possible to fulfill most of the general educa- Education Center information for the care of one another and do the right thing Task Force Guantanamo. It is printed by Defense Logistics Army Sgt. Jonathan Monfiletto Agency Document Services with a circulation of 1,200. the previous two years (the time it took to tion requirements common to an associates Layout Editor Navy College Office at Guantanamo Bay even when no one is looking. buckle down), the sacrifices of those previ- and/or bachelors degree nationwide. These Spc. Raechel Haynes Copy Editor ous two years were well worth the end state. requirements include English, math, natu- Spc. Brian Godette So, as I walk around and talk to Troopers ral sciences, social sciences, humanities and Assistant Editor/Webmaster Only at GTMO by Spc. Brian Godette of the JTF I am amazed that a number of you history. Army Sgt. Trisha Pinczes are already pursuing a degree. However, what There are approximately 3,000 colleges in I find when I ask, “What are you doing here the United States that accept these exams. Contact us at GTMO to work on your degree?” are the Editor’s Desk: 3651 COMMAND on page 3 Commercial: 011-5399-3651 typical answers of work schedules and “slow DSN: 660-3651 E-mail: [email protected] Cover: Marine Gen. John F. Kelly, the new commander of U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM) stand tall on the top Online: www.jtfgtmo.southcom.mil/wire/wire.html of Camp VI at Joint Task Force Guantanamo on Dec. 7 while talking with Army Col. John V. Bogdan, the Joint Detention Group commander, not pictured. During his visit to Naval Station Guantanamo Bay, Kelly toured the detention facilities, housing areas, and other places around both sides of the base. Photo by Army Staff Sgt. Michael Davis Jr. Joint Task Force Safe l Humane l Legal l Transparent Guantanamo

The Wire | Page 2 Command Corner News from the Bay The Wire | Page 3 Movie Review PG-13 105 min.

By Army Staff Sgt. Michael Davis Jr. faculty will raise the $48,000 needed to save and the kids grows. Story by Army Sgt. Trisha Pinczes to expand their reading horizons.” in the library,” she said. “We have DVDs, the music class and Streb’s job. However, since This is an all around great movie for Many have different levels of reading, which audio books, fiction and non-fiction books, ere Comes the Boom,” brought the Voss came up with that idea, the other faculty everyone to enjoy. A lot of people give little rom now until March 31, 2013, Morale, can discourage many from participating. and a children’s collection so that we have “Hboom! members look to him to come up with the credit to comedies (including myself), but this FWelfare, and Recreation and Amy However, this contest is over an extended something for everyone and every age.” Finally making its way back to the ideas of how to raise the money on his own. comedy deserves all of the credit it deserves. Roumell, the librarian for Naval Station period of time and allows for all to be able While there is no specific way to track how Downtown Lyceum after failing its first pre- The only people who were really on Voss’ side I expected this movie to be funny from see- Guantanamo Bay, are encouraging others to meet their goals. many people are participating in the reading mier due to technical difficulties, this fun-filled were Streb and Bella Flores (Salma Hayek, ing Kevin James act in movies such as “Paul with a reading bingo event. “It gives everyone a chance to participate, bingo, the library does keep track of how sports comedy definitely brought tear-splash- “Savages”), a fellow colleague who Voss has Blart: Mall Cop,” but I didn’t expect to be Anyone wanting to participate can simply whether they are fast readers or not,” many forms they have gone through. ing laughs to the Naval Station Guantanamo a crush on. entertained the way I was. pick up the form at the MWR Community Roumell said. “Some people can read four “We’ve had at least 50 or so people that Bay community. He tries numerous times to win her heart Kevin James, who played a major part in Library and begin reading. books in a month, and others will read four have already picked up the cards,” Roumell This lively comical entertainment not only and fails to do so humorously. producing and writing the film, successfully “At the end of every month, anyone who books out of the whole four month period, said. “Now we will see how many we get made my abdominal muscles contract from all Other hysterical moments and people in helped put this film together. I thought this has brought in their stub for completing and neither is wrong.” back at the end of each month.” of the hysterical crack-ups, but it also brought the film include his brother Eric Voss (Gary film was constructed very well from beginning a bingo will be entered into a drawing for While the library has a summer reading The library is open 365 days a year, includ- childhood education awareness and inspira- Valentine, “Jack and Jill”) and his family of to end and left me with no questions. From an MWR gift certificate,” Roumell said. program for children, many have been look- ing holidays and weekends, in order to be tion through the big screen. many kids with different personalities and his a writing and film production standpoint, I “In March, anyone who has gotten all four ing for something geared towards the adults there for people living here no matter if Scott Voss (Kevin James, “Zookeeper”), wife who he often fights with. Gary Valentine know that it is very difficult to have three or bingos will be entered to win the $100 gift and teens, she said. they are foreign nationals, contractors, civil- former collegiate wrestler and now a 42-year- happens to be Kevin James’ brother in real life four mini stories in one big story and explain certificate.” “It’s a way to get people to read,” Roumell ians, or family members, she said. old high school biology teacher, looks to (if you didn’t already know that). them well enough to keep the focus on the While many people read different genres of said. “Our summer reading program for become a mixed-martial arts (MMA) fighter Another separate story that adds flavor to main objective. I may have had a few disbeliefs books, the contest includes a little some- kids is really popular, but I have a lot of in an effort to raise money to keep the music the film is Voss’ second job as a night instruc- at the end but totally bypassed them because thing for everyone as well as an opportunity adults say to me that they want to win prizes class and other extra-curricular activities from tor for a citizenship class. Voss previously of the way act three made me feel. to continue growing. and have an organized reading program to.” being terminated. taught English to a diverse group such as the “Here Comes the Boom” left me laughing “The bingo categories are so varied with The bingo contest is also a way to spread Scott Voss starts out as a good-for-nothing citizenship class but felt he needed to teach in one scene of the film and had me emotion- categories where you can choose what the word and draw others into the library to teacher who cares more about his vacation it again to help him raise money to save the ally connected with an actor in another scene. you want and other categories to help you find out everything they have to offer. days than his students. He constantly comes school. Sometimes it was the scene right after, allow- explore different genres,” she said. “Even “People don’t know the number of things to work late, has numerous debates with Voss gets the idea about fighting MMA ing the audience to go for a roller coaster ride for those people that do read a lot, it helps that we do have. We have over 22,000 items Principal Betcher (Greg Germann, “I’m Not when he reluctantly offers extra time to help while watching the film – which I think most Dead Yet”) and allows his students to do Niko (Bas Rutten, “Sinners and Saints”), one films should be like, whether it’s a comedy, whatever they want while he takes a nap. of his immigrant students, get his citizenship. drama, action or suspense. However, all of this slowly changes when Rutten happens to be an actual MMA fighter Like I said earlier, this film is really funny he visits the music teacher, Marty Streb (Henry who made a name for himself outside the ring and also inspirational to not only kids but Winkler, “Click”), and experiences the beauti- as an actor. Voss arrives at Niko’s house in the adults as well. One of the lessons I took from ful sounds of a score played by the students midst of him watching an MMA fight, and this film is you always have to go for your and orchestrated by Streb. Voss is flabber- Voss learns that one of the fighters earned dreams, even if you run into a brick wall in gasted and astounded by Streb’s teaching $10,000 just for losing. the process or a punch in the face like Voss methods and techniques of inspiring the kids, Now with the help of Streb and Niko as did. The movie also had a couple of Christian but that still doesn’t stop him from imposing a one of his trainers, Voss has his mind set on values in it that I personally liked. traffic duty job on Streb that was given to him enduring pain and losing fights to help him And last but certainly not least, I have to by Principal Betcher. raise the money. give credit to the director, Frank Coraci, who Streb also shares a life-changing event with Voss’ concern grows even more for has only directed eight films but is widely him, but Voss doesn’t have a sympathetic reac- the kids when Malia (Charice, TV Episode known for directing the classic “Water Boy.” I tion because his sentimental values left him “Glee”), one of his smartest students, comes always say, “There is a thin line between funny when the kids stopped playing. Streb’s family to him crying because her father wants her to and corny,” but with Coraci’s direction and news doesn’t affect him until the faculty has quit music to work with him in his restaurant. help of the actors I thought most of the lines a meeting about budget cutbacks, starting She expresses to Voss that music helps her were authentic. with putting an end to the music program and memorize her schoolwork, and she wouldn’t I enjoyed this film so much I think I will resulting in Streb getting laid off and not being know what to do if she didn’t have music in buy the Blu ray and watch the special features able to support his recently pregnant wife. her life. He now realizes music plays a major to learn more about how Kevin James started Voss sort of feels bad for him, and in role in the intellectual development of a child. physically preparing for the role 14 months an attempt to prove their principal wrong, Voss quickly transforms from a bum to a before filming and losing 70-80 pounds in the he takes a stand for Streb and tells Principal role model – with one punch and body slam process. Betcher that he and the rest of the of the at a time – when his passion for helping Streb I give this great film four banana rats!

The Wire | Page 4 Movie Review Feature The Wire | Page 5 Deck the boats: Marina hosts parade

Storyand photos by Army Sgt. Jonathan Monfiletto

ince Naval Station Guantanamo Bay is on an island and bordered by water, whatS better way to celebrate the holiday season, with a little bit of local flavor, than with a boat? With the holiday season in full swing and Christmas fast approaching, GTMO has already seen a traditional parade, tree light- ing and decorating, and a holiday concert, with more to come, so it just seemed fitting to bring some cheer to the water. That is just what the naval station’s Morale, Welfare and Recreation Marina did on Saturday night – hosting its annual boat parade as approximately 15 boats of A festive pontoon decked out in a Christmas tree and white lights is piloted back to the Morale, all kinds cruised around Guantanamo Bay Welfare and Recreation Marina after its passengers participated in Naval Station Guantanamo Bay’s while dressed up in lights, trees and other annual holiday boat parade. About 15 boats took part in the celebration on water. decorations. The parade kicked off shortly after 6 p.m. with a few boats taking off from the marina to meet up with some boats already out on the water. Participants could deco- rate their own boat or rent a boat from the marina to decorate. They brought out pon- toons, speedboats, and even a couple of yachts. The route for the parade was two or three loops around the bay, between the homes of Navy Capt. J.R. Nettleton, naval station commander, and Rear Adm. John Smith, the Joint Task Force Guantanamo commander. The colorful and brightly lit flotilla made its voyage out one end of the bay, turned and went across the water, and then turned around again and crossed in front of the A speedboat decorated wtih strands of lights appears to glow in the dark as it floats past the audience marina. This routine took place a couple of watching from the MWR Marina during the annual holiday boat parade. more times before the boats heading back to their landings. An audience of mostly parents with young children looked on from the patio of the marina or ventured out on the docks, perhaps to take a spot on one of the boats still tied down. They kept watching as a couple of the boats drifted back into the marina at the start of the second loop. During the parade, the on-lookers enjoyed some hot cocoa and cookies, and the enjoyment of refreshments continued with those docking and bringing boats back to the marina. Some of the parade watchers trickled out of the marina area as the boats started trickling in. A tree, lights and decorations are already up on Christmas Tree Hill on Sherman Avenue, and the light poles have been decorated for several weeks now, but the boat parade – unique to Guantanamo Bay – A pontoon covered in wreaths and lights is steered back into the MWR Marina at the end of Naval shows GTMO really is in holiday spirit now. Station Guantanamo Bay’s annual holiday boat parade on Saturday night.

The Wire | Page 6 Feature Story and photos by Spc. Brian Godette to have some fun,” Petty Officer 2nd Class football game was set to kick the evening off. The time now was 8:30 p.m., and the the women’s team right before the start of added to the strong defensive effort during Oliver Cole said. As the ladies from each respective team crowd was full of anticipation to see the next the men’s game, came out the gate fired up. the entire game. Cooper Field was the place to be, as met at center field for the coin toss, roars match-up of the men’s Army versus Navy A level of ferocity and high adrenaline oozed “It’s crunch time. Time to leave it all out he glorious battle of military football GTMO residents and Troopers poured into of “Go Army! Beat Navy!” and “Go Navy! flag football game. Playful trash talk amongst all over the field. A few quick passes that there. If you leave the game with any doubt Trivals is one of the better ways to describe the stands to get a good seat for the show. Beat Army!” rang out from the crowd. With the Army and the Troopers in the stands led to big gains created a steady tempo for you didn’t give it your all, how can you sleep the age-old rivalry of Army and Navy in the Recliner seats on the sideline were set up for a flip of the coin, the game was under way. became louder and funnier as the men’s the Army Black Knights flag football team, at night?” Staff Sgt. Nathaniel Benton Jr., game of football. Saturday afternoon, the lucky raffle winners, and the W.T Sampson The women’s Army and Navy team showed game got started. The level of seriousness who struck blood first with a pass reception Army wide receiver, said during halftime. nation watched as the the power of a on the faces “I feel it’s Army Black Knights strong defense, of the play- pretty even battled the Navy leaving each ers, however, right now. Midshipmen in the other scoreless depicted a level This rivalry Commander in Chief for three quarters of control and is important. tournament, one despite amazing a will to win. A lot of rich of the most antici- highlights from The atmosphere history, and pated college football a solid offensive grew to cham- it’s a tradition. games of the year. lineup. With just pionship caliber Even though For an 11th straight a few minutes as Rear Adm. it’s competi- year, the Navy left in the fourth John Smith, tion, it’s all in Midshipmen pulled quarter, the commander of love and fun.” out a victory over the women’s Navy Joint Task Force The close- Army Black Knights, team found the Guantanamo, ness of the leaving no diminished end zone and put officiated the game cre- attitude towards the six points on the coin toss and ated an even military rivalry. scoreboard. The the game was more tense The respect- women’s Army on! It’s poetry in motion, as the men’s Army flag football team initiates an offensive play and players react during the and rowdy ful military rivalry team had one last West added Army vs. Navy flag football game at Cooper Field Dec 6. crowd feeling. between Army and chance to battle that the win No one knew Navy was shown for a victory but would provide where the here at Naval Station fell short despite great momentum for the upcoming men’s touchdown. game would go, despite their own preference. Petty Officer 2nd Class Gerald Provost, quarteback for the Navy men’s flag football team looks down Guantanamo Bay on field for a reciever as pressure from the Army team rolls his way. a tremendous game. It wasn’t long before the Navy With both teams putting up more points Dec. 6 in no lesser effort. Victory “It’s a Navy pride thing because this is a Midshipmen flag football team struck back in the second half, it wasn’t until the fourth focus a few days Navy. naval station, and it is good to get that win and found their rhythm, getting into the end quarter that the Army broke away and tried prior to the Army “I feel good. going into the new year,” West said. zone on a strong, after-the-catch effort from to hold onto a lead. In a reversal of the versus Navy college football. GTMO’s own school band was geared up to entertain the We got a good month of practice in, and “I feel like the ladies did a great job step- Jeffries. women’s game prior, it was the Navy who Navy and Army Troopers clashed in a double crowd. With lively music being played over our coach was really tough on us,” said Petty ping out here and setting the tone for the The first half saw an assortment of had just one more chance with the time fleet- header flag football game with bragging rights the speakers and the concession stand cater- Officer 2nd Class Dereon West, a member of evening. The main event is now, the heavy- offensive highlights from each team, but ing to make a run for the victory. The Army as the best reward that could’ve won. ing to needs of the crowd, the excitement the winning women’s Navy flag football team. weight bout if you will,” Petty Officer 3rd focused defenses kept the score tied going pulled up a big defensive stop and clinched “I’m very excited. It’s a pretty big deal, began to grow as the 7 p.m. hour approached “It all turned out to be a good game. Defense Class Brian Jeffries said. into the second half. Jeffries, who led Navy the game, splitting the bragging rights. and a lot of people are out here. I’m ready and the women’s Army versus Navy flag wins games.” The Army, who suffered a tough loss with with four sacks, was one of the culprits who Victory Army.

Petty Officer 2nd Class Gerald Provost, the Navy Brig Gen. Lettco handles the coin toss before the start of the Army Staff Sgt. Nathaniel Benton Jr. leaps for a pass Petty Officer 3rd Class Brian Jeffries jukes a defender en quarterback, makes a rushing play with defenders coming. women’s flag football game. Photo by Spc. Jacob Seguin and makes the grab over a defender. route to the end zone for a score.

The Wire | Page 8 Feature Feature The Wire | Page 9 New SOUTHCOM commander Gen. John F. Kelly visits GTMO

Marine Gen. John F. Kelly, the SOUTHCOM commander, talks with Spc. Caleb Velez shows Marine Gen. John F. Kelly, the SOUTHCOM Army Cpl. Amanda V. Rajkumer and Army Cpl. Francis A. Pallone. Both commander, his room at the Camp America housing area as part of the Troopers are with the 525th Military Police Battalion. general’s tour of Joint Task Force Guantanamo.

Martin emphasized how none of the conversation with Rajkumar. first because they said they had never met a Marines standing tall in the platoon were “He asked us where we’re from, about our four-star general before but thought his visit officers but were mostly lance corporals and living conditions around here, if we like it,” was exciting and were glad their company lower enlisted. she said. “For the most part, he was asking us chose them. Kelly could relate to them even more, about our family.” After Kelly left Rajkumar and Pallone, he Gen. John F. Kelly, the new commander of U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM), exits the airplane before setting foot on Naval Station Guantanamo Bay Friday. Rear Adm. John Smith Jr., Joint Task Force Guantanamo commander, waits to greet him and show him around the base. explaining to them that he was once here as a Rajkumar said she told him that she was went to visit a couple of more Troopers who private first class. from New York City, and Kelly was con- live in the Camp America housing area. “I was here before your first sergeant was cerned about her family’s well being from “He wanted to know how we live in Story and photos by the offensive tactics section, director of the to include Joint Task Force Guantanamo. born,” Kelly said, making the young Marines Hurricane Sandy’s aftermath. Camp America and how our chain of com- Army Staff Sgt. Michael Davis Jr. Infantry Officer Course, commanding officer This man is Marine Gen. John F. Kelly, feel comfortable. When they all reached Pallone’s living mand treats us,” said Spc. Anyermar Zapata, for the 1st Light Armored Reconnaissance and on Friday, he came back to GTMO to Martin said his Marines loved the time quarters, Pallone let him in and Kelly held a military police officer with the 755th Military orty-one years ago, 1971 to be exact, Battalion, commandant’s liaison officer to visit the Troopers and to take an in-depth they spent with Kelly. conversation right in Pallone’s shared kitchen Police Company. a young ‘devil dog’ set foot on Naval the U.S. House of Representatives, special tour guided by JTF’s command element. “It’s not too many times a ‘devil dog’ gets area. Zapata also had a chance to meet Kelly’s StationF Guantanamo Bay. This Marine private assistant to the supreme allied commander, Coming off the airplane, he and his time to talk to a four-star,” Martin said. Kelly was impressed about how neat wife and she said her concerns were similar first class performed his duties here on the assistant chief of staff G-3, commanding wife were first greeted by JTF Guantanamo After Kelly spoke a few words with the Pallone’s room and living area was and joked to the general’s and wanted to know things island and then moved on. general and senior military advisor to the Commander Rear Adm. John Smith Jr. Marines, Martin assumed his previous posi- around with Army Sgt. Maj. Eric J. Geressy, like how often she gets to speak to her family. He was later discharged as a sergeant in Secretary of Defense, just to name a few, all Briefly stopping for group photos with tion in front of the platoon and rendered a SOUTHCOM command senior enlisted Kelly had conversations with another 1972 after serving in an infantry company the while moving up to the rank of general. Kelly’s personal four-star red and white flag salute to the general to take over the forma- advisor, about how their rooms were when Soldier in the 755th as well – Spc. Caleb with the 2nd Marine Division at Camp As of Nov. 19, he assumed command of alongside the American flag in the back- tion again. they were around Pallone’s age. Velez - who is a health care specialist (com- Lejeune, N.C. He was commissioned in U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM), ground, the entourage made its way to the Next, the general was given a bird’s eye “I expected him to be stern,” Pallone said. bat medic). 1976 after graduating from the University relieving Air Force Gen. Douglas M. Fraser. Windward Side. view of Camp X-Ray. Smith, alongside Brig. “He ended up being cool. They were both Lunch was next on the itinerary at the of Massachusetts, and his career continued He is now responsible for commanding Kelly’s wife, Karen, and other GTMO Gen. James C. Lettko, deputy commander of cool.” Seaside Galley, where Kelly and Geressy ate to progress. He returned to the 2nd Marine SOUTHCOM’s five component commands, commander’s wives parted ways, taking their JTF Guantanamo, explained the origins of Both of the corporals were nervous at and talked with Troopers. Division and carried out duties such as a rifle one direct reporting unit and three task forces own tour around the island. the camp and its previous purpose in con- After lunch, the Joint Detention Group and weapons platoon com- The four-star’s first visit nection with the detainees. commander and officers in charge of Camps mander, company executive was set up so he could visit Next stop would be the Tierra Kay (TK) V and VI gave him a tour around the deten- officer, assistant operations his fellow “devil dogs’ at housing area to see how one of the rooms tion facilities, letting him know how the officer, and infantry company Marine Hill. Without hesi- looked and to visit some of the Soldiers in detainees are being treated and what standard commander. tation, Kelly approached the 525th Military Police Battalion. of procedures they follow for their stay. He would continue to take the platoon of Marines and When Kelly approached the TKs, stand- And the hospital corpsmen who work his career higher by complet- Marine 1st. Sgt. Jonathan ing afar at the position of attention was Army for the Joint Medical Group explained to ing military schools such D. Martin, senior enlisted Cpl. Amanda V. Rajkumar, human resource the general how they medically treat the as the U.S. Army’s Infantry leader for Marine Corps specialist, and Army Cpl. Francis A. Pallone, detainees. Officer Advance Course Security Forces Company, information technology specialist. Kelly received a thorough tour around in Fort Benning, Ga., the rendered his salute to The general was supposed to see a vacant both camps and got to see how the two Marine Corps Command the four-star general and room in the housing area, but he wanted to function. and Staff College, the School stepped to the side so Kelly see a room that a Trooper actually stayed in. The rest of his journey consisted of how for Advanced Warfare and could talk to the Troopers. “Sure, why not,” Pallone said after Kelly the rest of GTMO works, to include the the National War College in “The general is a busy asked if he would mind showing his room. Expeditionary Legal Complex. Washington, D.C. man,” Martin said. “So for Pallone said he anticipated the general Kelly spoke with a few Troopers and He took on such positions Rear Adm. John Smith Jr., Joint Task Force Guantanamo commander, talks with him to take the time out to seeing his room so he made sure his room Marine Gen. John F. Kelly, the SOUTHCOM some of the command element wives that as commander of a rifle and Marine Gen. John F. Kelly while Smith and Army Brig. Gen. James Lettko give talk to the Marines says a was clean. commander, gets briefed by the Camp V officer were with Karen before he departed to the weapons company, head of the new SOUTHCOM commander a tour of the JTF during his visit to the base. lot about his character.” On the way there, Kelly held a in charge before entering the detention facility. Leeward Side.

The Wire | Page 10 Feature Feature The Wire | Page 11 Spc. Raymundo Figueroa Trooper Trooper draws Focus

Story by Spc. Raechel Haynes is a martial art that focuses on maintaining and you got your black belt, you took an discipline Photos by Army Sgt. Trisha Pinczes a calm mind during a fight and using your oath that everywhere you go, you would keep opponent’s momentum against him. It bears practicing aikido,” Figueroa said. “So when astering an art or skill can take years of similarity to martial arts like judo and kendo. I came here, I kept practicing and [asked a from passion dedicated learning and practice. In this Most people know of aikido as the martial couple of the people] I work with if they Mday and age, it can be difficult to find some- art practiced by movie star Steven Siegal. want to practice.” one who is truly dedicated to something. Figueroa doesn’t use his skills for quite the Figueroa now teaches a class of about People follow fads and trends, but fads and same thing as the actor does. three people. A small class size makes it trends fade and people can lose interest. This “We teach that martial arts are about dis- easier to focus on the needs of the student. could not be said of Spc. Raymundo Figueroa cipline,” Figueroa said. “Not about being a Figueroa is able to spend more one-on-one of the 125th Military Police Battalion of the superhero or a bully. I have a black belt, but time with students and ensure that they have Puerto Rico National Guard. I’m not Superman. The belt is not a license the kata, or form, down correctly. Another Figueroa knows the meaning of true to hit someone or bully them.” reason for the small class size was the lack dedication and of space available. discipline and It proved to be brings it to his life quite a challenge in Naval Station to find space and Guantanamo Bay. mats for the class. He has a Master’s After checking degree in finance with the various and management, gyms, Figueroa has served in found a space at the Puerto Rico the Denich Gym. National Guard Figueroa said that for 12 years, and if he was offered has a black belt in a bigger space he aikido. All these would teach a big- accomplishments ger class. didn’t just fall into So what drives a his lap. He worked person to lead such very hard to earn a disciplined life- them. style? In Figueroa’s Figueroa case, it is his fam- worked part-time ily. Many people in for Sears and Figueroa’s family Spc. Raymundo Figueroa demonstrates aikido techniques on Army Staff Sgt. Michael Davis. Figueroa is a worked towards member of the 125th Military Police Battalion deployed to Joint Task Force Guantanamo. have served in the his bachelor’s military. His father, degree in account- grandfather, and ing. Once he had earned his degree, he In the military service members learn father-in-law all served in the military. One of started working full-time for Sears, and in about discipline, but sometimes throughout his greatest inspirations is his son, Alexander. two years became a manager at a shipping our military careers forget the methods of “He was born with cerebral palsy and he warehouse. During that time, he worked maintaining self-discipline. Figueroa has used can’t speak very well, but he understands on his Master’s degree. He started learning the discipline he has learned through his cho- everything and he never stops trying,” aikido in July 2005. sen martial art and applied it to his military Figueroa said. “When he was born the doc- “I chose aikido because everybody can career. tor said. ‘I’m doing all I can, but if he wants learn it no matter what age,” Figueroa said. “The discipline gained from his passion to live, he needs to survive the next 24 hours.’ “All the different martial arts don’t always towards martial arts overflows to his com- Now he is 18. I have a Master’s degree but he make it easy to practice because you always mitment and dedication as a citizen-warrior teaches me a lot.” have to be ‘this’ strong, or ‘this’ flexible, but for the past 12 years.” Army Master Sgt. Luis Figueroa will get the opportunity to see not aikido.” Cora of the Joint Detention Group Plans his son in the near future. His wife and son Aikido has several translations, but it is and Force Development shop said. “He pre- will be spending Christmas in GTMO with roughly translated to mean “way of unify- fers not to engage in any risk behavior and him. Figueroa looks forward to their visit and ing life energy” or “way of the harmonious spend his time sharing his martial arts skills.” can’t wait to see how his son has progressed spirit.” Figueroa uses aikido keep himself Now he teaches others a way to hone in learning to walk. Together they both will physically fit, and he also uses it to focus his their self-discipline. continue to dedicate themselves to improve- mind and help him deal with stress. Aikido “When I was in my class in Puerto Rico ment and learning.

The Wire | Page 12 Trooper Focus Trooper Focus The Wire | Page 13 The Army The National The Air Song Guard Song Force Song

March along, sing our song, I was a minuteman Off we go into the wild blue yonder, with the Army of the free. at Concord Bridge Climbing high into the sun; Count the brave, count the true, The shot heard ‘round the world Here they come zooming who have fought to victory. and I was there on Bunker Hill to meet our thunder, We’re the Army and proud of our name! When “Old Glory” was unfurled At ‘em boys, Give ‘er the gun! We’re the Army and proudly proclaim: And when my country called me (Give ‘er the gun now!) First to fight for the right, From within or from afar Down we dive, spouting And to build the Nation’s might, I’ll be first to answer our flame from under, And The Army Goes Rolling Along. Proud to be the Guard Off with one helluva roar! Proud of all we have done, Defending freedom We live in fame or go down in flame. Fighting till the battle’s won, protecting dreams Hey! And the Army Goes Rolling Along. This is the spirit of what Nothing’ll stop the U.S. Air Force! Cantata spreads cheer with songs Then it’s hi! hi! hey! it means to me Minds of men fashioned The Army’s on its way. For my God and my home that I love a crate of thunder, The 1300 Gospel Choir performs “Emmanuel” during the 2012 Holiday Cantata, which featured a variety of groups performing Christmas songs and was Count off the cadence loud and strong; I GUARD AMERICA Sent it high into the blue; held at the Naval Station Guantanamo Bay chapel on Dec. 6. From left are Navy Lt. Fagwenlanida Walker, Spc. Juan Serrano, Spc. Heida Diaz, Army Sgt. For where’er we go, And in the eyes of my enemies Hands of men blasted Paula Felda and Army Sgt. LaKensha Wilson, and in the back are Army 2nd Lt. Dugan Turnbow on guitar and Spc. Ardell Henderson on piano. You will always know Or the eye of a storm the world asunder; That The Army Goes Rolling Along. I face the dangers as they come How they lived God only knew! Story and photos by Army Sgt. Jonathan Monfiletto that as well as playing at events such as the Valley Forge, Custer’s ranks, In any shape or form (God only knew then!) Holiday Cantata. San Juan Hill and Patton’s tanks, I am your sons, your friends, Souls of men dreaming variety of cultures and denominations “It was fun,” he said. “This is a really And the Army went rolling along. your fathers snd your daughters of skies to conquer came together at the Naval Station good event to try some different things. It Minute men, from the start, working hard Gave us wings, ever to soar! GuantanamoA Bay Chapel on Dec. 6 to cel- gets me back to what I’m used to. I really am Always fighting from the heart, To be the best and keep us strong With scouts before ebrate the meaning of Christmas through a having fun.” And the Army keeps rolling along. Proud to be the Guard And bombers galore. Hey! number of songs and performances. Lord Reigns International followed with a Then it’s hi! hi! hey! Defending freedom Nothing’ll stop the U.S. Air Force! It was the 2012 Holiday Cantata hosted rousing interpretive dance to the song “You, The Army’s on its way. protecting dreams Here’s a toast to the host by the naval station Command Religious You are God,” and then Pentecostal Gospel Count off the cadence loud and strong; This is the spirit of what Of those who love the vastness of the sky, Program, and it featured groups from the Temple performed the hymn “Long Time different services hosted by the chapel Ago in Bethlehem” with accompaniment For where’er we go, it means to me To a friend we send a message of his spreading the holiday spirit by presenting a from guitar and drums. Next, Our Lady of You will always know For my God and my home that I love brother men who fly. night of holiday songs. Cobre Choir sang “Holy Darkness.” That The Army Goes Rolling Along. I GUARD AMERICA We drink to those who Navy Lt. Tung Tran, a naval station After that, Tran once again led the audi- Men in rags, men who froze, Defending freedom gave their all of old, chaplain, started the night off by welcom- ence in a song, this time “Silent Night.” Then Still that Army met its foes, protecting dreams Then down we roar to score the rain- ing the audience, which included Troopers Hospitalman Melody Smith sang a solo to And the Army went rolling along. This is the spirit of what bow’s pot of gold. from the naval station and Joint Task Force “Salvation is Born” with a guitar player back- Faith in God, then we’re right, it means to me A toast to the host of men we boast, the Guantanamo, civilians, and other community ing her up. And we’ll fight with all our might, For my God and my home that I love U.S. Air Force! members. Next up was Guantanamo Bay Christian “We wish you an enjoyable evening,” he Navy Lt. Tung Tran, a naval station chaplain, Fellowship singing “Born that We May Have As the Army keeps rolling along. I GUARD AMERICA Zoom! leads the audience in singing “O Come All Ye Then it’s hi! hi! hey! Guarding AMERICA Off we go into the wild sky yonder, said, before Cmdr. John Dickens, the naval Faithful” during the 2012 Holiday Cantata. Life,” and then United Jamaican Fellowship The Army’s on its way. AMERICA Keep the wings level and true; station command chaplain, delivered the performing “Christ Came to Earth Born in a opening prayer. Manger” with members putting a spin on the Count off the cadence loud and strong; If you’d live to be a grey-haired wonder First up for performances was the chil- Fagwenlanida Walker, Spc. Juan Serrano, rhythm taken from their own culture. For where’er we go, Keep the nose out of the blue! dren’s chapel services choir singing “Friendly Spc. Heida Diaz, Army Sgt. Paula Felder, The Seventh Day Adventists delivered You will always know (Out of the blue, boy!) Beasts” and “Look Up” and recalling the first and Army Sgt. LeKensha Wilson providing another cultural touch by performing the That The Army Goes Rolling Along. Flying men, guarding the nation’s border, Christmas night, with some of the young vocals. African-American spiritual “Go Tell It on Then it’s hi! hi! hey! We’ll be there, followed by more! members wearing angel wings and halos Henderson said he enjoyed seeing the the Mountain.” Tran closed out the evening The Army’s on its way. In echelon we carry on. Hey! and others wearing masks to look like barn Holiday Cantata and also enjoyed being a by leading the audience in “Joy to the World.” Count off the cadence loud and strong; Nothing’ll stop the U.S. Air Force! animals. part of the musical night. Before he delivered the benediction, Tran (two! three!) Next, Tran led the audience in singing the “It was awesome. It was great to see reminded the audience that the songs they For where’er we go, traditional Christmas song “O Come All Ye everybody come together. It was a great per- just heard represent the true meaning of You will always know Faithful.” formance,” he said, adding that his group had Christmas and the holiday season. That THE ARMY GOES ROLLING Then, the 1300 Gospel Choir, which been rehearsing for only the past two weeks. “And those are the reasons for the sea- included some JTF Troopers, performed “Everybody came together. We’ve got a great son,” he said. “Those are the reasons for our ALONG! an upbeat number called “Emmanuel.” group of people.” joy.” (keep it rolling!) The group included Army 2nd Lt. Dugan Turnbow said he is new to playing at the Following the Holiday Cantata, audience And THE ARMY GOES ROLLING Turnbow on guitar and Spc. Ardell GTMO worship services, something he does members and performers were invited to the ALONG! Henderson on piano, with Navy Lt. when he is at home, and said he enjoys doing chapel’s fellowship hall for refreshments. 376th National Guard Birthday Extravaganza Feature The Wire | Page 15 Liberty class adds a pinch of Hanukkah Making a Budget

Story and photo by Spc. Raechel Haynes

n your mind’s eye, what do you see when and Checking it Twice you think of a cooking class? Do you seeI a professional kitchen with a couple of tables and chairs and a live band, like Emeril By Lara M. Tur, Education Services Facilitator, Fleet and Family Support Center online, shop wisely. Be sure Lagasse? Or do you see a stainless steel class- you are purchasing from a secure site and review room kitchen and aprons? Here at Naval he holiday season is here! Military Saves emailed Station Guantanamo Bay, things are done a Twould like to offer helpful ways to keep statements for accuracy as you receive them. little differently. everyone this holiday season financially healthy If you were to walk into the Liberty and avoid the overindulging when it comes to our 4. Make time your ally: The reason to start sooner Program’s Hanukkah cooking class, you wallets: rather than later is that when you delay, you pay. At might think you are in your grandmother’s last minute, you have to settle for something, and kitchen watching your family prepare a meal 1. Make a budget and a list: Right now, decide it might cost more than you wanted or planned to together. While it may not be your grand- how much you can afford to spend and stay pay. After Christmas is a good time to shop for mother’s kitchen, it is your extended military within that budget. Staying within budget will be next year’s presents. family preparing a meal together. much easier if you make a price list of all gifts and You can find some great bargains right after The GTMO Morale, Welfare, and Liberty Progam Manager Katie Stanley, far right, shows participants in Tuesday’s Hanukkah cooking other holiday items you plan to purchase. Even the holidays. Then tuck those gifts away until next class how to make potato latkes. The class is the first of a couple of holiday-themed cooking classes the Recreation Liberty Program hosted a Liberty Program is offering to unaccompanied Troopers during the holiday season. if it’s a more general rather than detailed list, season (just don’t forget about them!). Another Hanukkah cooking class Tuesday evening at it will still help you avoid overspending and benefit to starting early: It gives you more time the Marine Hill Liberty Center. The class was impulse buys. to find the “right” gift and avoid impulsive deci- taught by MWR Liberty Program Manager time. cooking class geared towards Christmas. Why sions, which too often leave you less happy with Katie Stanley. “It was a good experience,” Army 1st Lt. not do one geared towards Hanukkah?’” 2. Check it twice: Make sure your list your purchase. Stanley taught participants how to make David Tu said. “It was my first time making Hanukkah is one of the more well includes not only gift or gift recipients, potato latkes and homemade applesauce. latkes. It was interesting to learn about the known Jewish holidays and latkes are popu- but also all the projects and activities that 5. Pay off debts quickly: You’re less likely to Participants peeled and cut apples, peeled and culture. Everything tastes better when you lar Hanukkah fare. The oil in which they make up your holiday. It’s easy to overlook overdo it if you pay in cash. If you must make grated potatoes, chopped onions and fried make it yourself.” are cooked is symbolic of the oil that lit the extra expenses for holiday foods, party holiday purchases using credit, use a lower-inter- their own latkes. This isn’t the first cooking class the Liberty Second Temple of Israel for eight days. clothes, holiday décor and postage. est card (you’ll often find lower rates on credit Latkes are somewhere between a potato Program has hosted. Stanley said that their GTMO as a whole may not celebrate Examine each item and ask your- union cards) and pay off this debt as soon as pos- pancake and hashbrowns. They can be served Puerto Rican cooking class was nearly full. Hanukkah for the full eight days, but the self, “Does it earn its place in our sible early next year. Don’t borrow more than with sour cream, applesauce or whatever top- Next Tuesday, they will host another holiday Liberty Program provided Troopers a peek celebration?” You might discover you can repay in several months. Remember pings seem appropriate to the dinner. cooking class where participants will learn into the culture of Hanukkah and a chance how much you’re doing just out of that credit card debt is relativelyexpensive, “I happen to know how to make potato how to make a buche de Noel or a Yule log to enjoy a family-like atmosphere. habit or perceived expectation. and if you only make the required minimum latkes,” Stanley said. “I learned from my as its commonly called. The Liberty Program as a whole is geared monthly payment, you may never pay off the mother. She loved making them because we “We are focused on the 12 days of towards giving unaccompanied service mem- 3. Comparison shop: You can debt. all got to help and it became a family event.” Christmas and didn’t want to skip those who bers opportunities to enjoy their time in easily save more than 10 percent The family-like atmosphere became celebrate other holidays,” Stanley said. “We GTMO. on most items, sometimes con- Additional tools and resources slightly competitive as the participants tried try to bring in awareness of all cultures. We “I got to meet some cool people,” Army siderably more, by comparing regarding these ideas to make the best latkes. In the end, it didn’t were looking at our calendar, and we had Capt. David Plotke said. “I can’t wait for the prices at different stores. The (and other finan- matter who won as everyone just had a good the space to fill. I thought, ‘Well we have a next holiday cooking class.” Internet and smart phones have cial tools) can be made comparison shopping that found at www. much easier. militarysaves.org. But when shopping

From left, Army Capt. David Plotke and Army 1st Lt. David Tu wring the moisture out of the Participants show off their finished latkes at the end of Tuesday night’s Hanukkah cooking class hosted latke mix during Tuesday’s cooking class. by the Liberty Program. All the leftovers were sent home with the participants.

The Wire | Page 16 Feature Feature The Wire | Page 17 14 FRI 15 SAT 16 SUN 17 MON 18 TUE 19 WED 20 THU The Hobbit: An Rise of the Cloud Atlas Argo Here Comes the Sinister Wreck It Ralph Trooper to Trooper Unexpected Journey Guardians (R) 7 p.m. (Last showing) Boom (Last showing) (PG) 7 p.m. (NEW) (PG) 7 p.m. (R) 7 p.m. (PG) 7 p.m. (R) 7 p.m. (PG-13) 7 p.m. Flight Paranormal Activity 4 (NEW) Lyceum Taking the next steps Lyceum (R) 10 p.m. (R) 9 p.m. Downtown Downtown Chief Boatswain’s Mate Michael Tredo part of being patient is humility. A humble Port Security Unit 311 leader knows when he does not have the eing in the military, we constantly hear answer but is resolved No movies. Check Facebook for Lyceum updates. Camp Camp about leadership and what it means to to find it. This may Camp Bulkeley Bour organizations. We also hear a lot about also mean relying on Bulkeley what it takes to be a leader. Often, we are the council of sub- challenged to emulate positive leadership ordinates. These are Call the movie hotline at 4880 or visit the MWR Facebook page for more information. qualities that we see in those we work with or the instances that build to identify less desirable traits and make con- trust in teamwork. scious efforts to stamp them out. Stamina and sac- Now, a lot of time, this advice comes to rifice. This is where us as encouragement from our senior leader- devotion to duty comes GTMO Religious Services ship, mostly in the form of a pass-down. It is into play. We have all For more information, contact the NAVSTA Chaplain’s Office at 2323 hard, especially for junior members, to know had to sacrifice per- or the JTF Chaplain’s Office at 2309 how to integrate these ideals when there exists sonal time and energy, NAVSTA MAIN CHAPEL CHAPEL ANNEXES a deficit of experience to develop their own sometimes by direc- Daily Catholic Mass Protestant Communion effective leadership. tion of our superiors, Tues.-Fri. 5:30 p.m. Sunday 9:30 a.m. Room B Experience helps, but leadership does but real leaders don’t not simply mean “being in charge.” Rather, have to be asked. Real Vigil Mass Pentecostal Gospel it means being accountable. For instance, if leaders don’t shy away Saturday 5 p.m. Sunday 8 a.m. & 5 p.m. Room D you’ve ever been part of a boat crew, fire team, from the challenge or Mass LDS Service office pool, etc., it should be apparent that we responsibility, and they Sunday 9 a.m. Sunday 10 a.m. Room A all have our particular strengths, and on the do it repeatedly. Spanish-language Mass Islamic Service flip side, we all have our weaknesses. How For instance, a Sunday 4:35 p.m. Friday 1 p.m. Room 2 we come to rely on each other is what sets us Trooper might strug- General Protestant apart, particularly during times of duress. gle with mastering Sunday 11 a.m. JTF TROOPER CHAPEL Good leadership doesn’t begin with the advancement materials, Gospel Service Protestant Worship non-commissioned officer, nor does it flow members. going through a divorce, fitness goals, depres- Sunday 1 p.m. Sunday 9 a.m. from supervisor to subordinate. We also Active listening. This is one of the ways we sion, injury, etc. A good leader might direct a Christian Fellowship Bible Study know that rank is no guarantee of leadership. engage our fellow Troopers, but where many Trooper to a base resource. Great leaders will So what does good leadership accomplish? fall short is asking the question. Personal dif- engage, listen, discuss, and patiently see the Sunday 6 p.m. Wednesday 6 p.m. That’s simple enough – getting the mission ferences aside, it is a leader’s job to be involved thing through to resolution with their fellow done the right way. in the lives of those we work with and to ask Trooper. The harder question to ask is how do we questions so we can hear the answers. By doing this, one not only sets the exam- do it, and that means engaging each other. Patience. We don’t always have the ple for those he helps but also others around Guantanamo Bay Bus Schedule This requires stamina, patience and under- answers, and many problems or situations him. When we are there for others, they will All buses run on the hour, 7 days/week, from 5 a.m. to 1 a.m. standing because what follows will require can’t be resolved overnight. Most issues we be there for us. This is what keeps us mission Camp America :00 :20 :40 West Iguana :18 :38 :58 TK 2 :43 :03 :23 extra effort on your part at some point in face aren’t “to do” items to be crossed off ready, sets the standard, and sets us apart. I Gazebo :02 :22 :42 Windjammer/Gym :21 :41 :01 TK 3 :45 :05 :25 your career. Good leaders go the extra step, a list. Instead, the completion of one task is challenge you to take the next steps and see and great leaders take the next steps with their just the beginning of another. Subsequently, things through for your fellow Troopers. NEX Trailer :03 :23 :43 Gold Hill Galley :24 :44 :04 TK 4 :47 :07 :27 Camp Delta 2 :06 :26 :46 NEX :26 :46 :16 KB 373 :50 :10 :30 KB 373 :10 :30 :50 96 Man Camp :31 :51 :11 Camp Delta 1 :52 :12 :32 Protect Your Info! TK 4 :12 :32 :52 NEX :33 :53 :13 IOF :54 :14 :34 JAS :13 :33 :53 Gold Hill Galley :37 :57 :17 NEX Trailer :57 :17 :37 Casual conversation can cause chaos! ALERT TK 3 :14 :34 :54 Windjammer/Gym :36 :56 :16 Gazebo :58 :18 :38 Have you ever told someone that information was “off the record?” While you are here at Joint Task TK 2 :15 :35 :55 West Iguana :39 :59 :19 Camp America :00 :20 :40 Force Guantanamo, there is no such thing as “off the record.” You are a JTF Trooper 100 percent of TK 1 :16 :36 :56 TK 1 :40 :00 :20 the time, in or out of uniform, around family, friends, media or other base visitors. Perhaps you said, “You didn’t hear this from me…” and then gave out information that you were told not to share. This type of casual conversation is a serious violation of OPSEC and can compromise an operation. If you divulge sensitive information, you can be held responsible for your actions and will certainly put your career in serious jeopardy. Ensure sensitive information that you’ve been entrusted with STAYS off PSEC the record. Practice rock solid OPSEC!

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