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Vol. 63, No. 148 November 28, 2019 home.army.mil/jbmhh Published For Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall Chaplain Corps NCO makes leadership history By Julia Simpkins JBM-HH Command Information Officer

Changes of responsibility happen throughout the Army on a routine basis. It involves transfers of authority from one enlisted leader to another, most often between first sergeants or sergeants ma- jor. While it’s a big event for the people involved, it doesn’t usually warrant high visibility throughout a corps. However, when Sgt. 1st Class Dustin Hall, a religious affairs specialist, became a first sergeant Friday, he made Army history. That’s because when he assumed the role of first sergeant of Headquarters and Headquarters Company, U.S. Army Garrison, Joint Base Myer-Henderson PHOTO COURTESY OF 1ST SGT. DUSTIN HALL Sgt. 1st Class Dustin Hall, a religious affairs Hall, it marked the first time that the specialist, became a first sergeant Friday, Army recognized a religious affairs spe- he made Army history when he assumed cialist position outside of the U.S. Army the role of first sergeant of Headquarters Chaplain Corps. and Headquarters Company, U.S. Army Garrison, Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall. OFFICIAL WHITE HOUSE PHOTO BY TIA DUFOUR “I am honored to be the first religious President Donald J. Trump participates in the National Medal of Arts and National Human- affairs specialist first sergeant to fill this It marked the first time that the Army recog- nized a religious affairs specialist position ities Medal presentations in the East Room of the White House Nov. 21. new leadership role specifically designat- outside of the U.S. Army Chaplain Corps. ed for our corps by the Army,” he said. “Before, all first sergeant positions, with support why the Army selected them to Knutson receives the exception of the (U.S. Army) Chap- serve at this level, however there can only lain School, were designated for different be one. Sgt. 1st Class Hall during the military occupational specialties. As a interview exhibited an array of qualities National Media of Arts corps we have very few leadership assign- that show that he will be an added bene- ments that prepare us to fill the Army’s fit to the organization. command select roles, this assignment “He is motivated and eager to share for all military musicians will hopefully change that.” his knowledge with Soldiers and leaders. By Master Sgt. Chris Branagan represented more than 6,000 military An arduous process The potential to excel in this position The U.S. Army Band musicians serving in every branch. He “Sgt. 1st Class Hall went through a as a first sergeant and future leadership “Pershing’s Own” sees serving in the military as an op- rigorous interview process with the bri- positions was apparent throughout his portunity to take his passion and tre- gade command sergeant major and came demeanor during the interview. I was For a staff sergeant in The U.S. mendous talent for music and apply it out on top against a competitive field immediately impressed as I noticed he Army Band, it’s unusual to get a to something greater than himself. of numerous senior (noncommissioned came to the interview in Class B uniform phone call directly from a sergeant “I think in the best cases (music) officers),” said Lt. Col. Vance Brunner, just for the purpose of the interview.” major. So, when Staff Sgt. Jan Knut- can be representative of what we value Headquarters Battalion commander and Before the ceremony, Brunner said he son saw a call from his boss, the as a nation,” Knutson said. Hall’s new boss. looked forward to working with Hall. element leader of The U.S. Army Knutson comes from a family of “That was probably the most signifi- “The HQ Command Battalion is very Strings, he answered right away. military musicians. His father, Jeff cant interview of my career,” said Hall. excited to have Sgt. 1st Class Hall as the Sgt. Maj. Tom Fowler was calling to Knutson, is a retired Navy Band “It was nerve wracking for sure but it was Headquarters and Headquarters Com- tell Knutson that he’d been selected trombonist. His mother, Laura Knut- reassuring to see how fair and equitable pany, United States Army Garrison, Joint to receive the National Media of Arts son, retired as a master sergeant in the process was. Command Sergeant Base Myer- Henderson Hall new first on behalf of all military musicians as the U.S. Army Band, the unit where Major (Stephen) Harris, (the command sergeant,” he exclaimed. “I personally the youngest military musician in the Knutson now serves. sergeant major for JBM-HH) made sure think that Sgt. 1st Class Hall is the right National Capital Region. Knutson The historic recognition of military that we all got a fair shake.” NCO at the time, and with the right received the award presented by Pres- musicians, alongside actor Jon Voi- Sgt. Maj. Jamila Smith partnered with attitude for the HHC USAG Co. The ident Donald Trump Nov. 21. ght, singer Allison Krauss, and arts Harris in conducting the interviews. She company is the second largest in the U.S. The 21-year-old guitar player joined leader Sharon Percy Rockefeller, was said Hall was their best candidate for Army and has over 2,500 Soldiers in 28 The U.S. Army Band “Pershing’s announced via press release by the some very specific reasons. agencies in the National Capital Region Own” after winning a national audi- White House Nov. 18. The National “This was a hard decision as all of the and (more than) 300 Soldiers in 64 loca- tion at the age of 19. The soft-spoken Medal of Arts is the highest award candidates were impressive noncommis- tions across 16 states and in five different Knutson has accomplished much in given to artists and arts patrons by sioned officers and experts at their craft,” the early stages of his career and was she said. “All possessed the records to see HISTORY page 4 excited about the opportunity that he see ARTS page 7 IMCOM recognizes 15 of its best with Stalwart Award

By Joshua Ford officer, U.S. Army Garrison Joint Base Myer IMCOM Henderson Hall, Virginia Nelson S. Oliveira, Chief of police, U.S. Maj. Gen. Timothy McGuire, acting com- Army Garrison Fort Detrick, Maryland manding general for U.S. Army Installation Nancy A. Mitchell, Child Youth Services Management Command, and Command Coordinator, U.S. Army Garrison Detroit Sgt. Maj. Joe Ulloth, senior enlisted leader for Arsenal, Michigan IMCOM, presented the command’s most IMCOM Directorate-Training: prestigious award to 15 professionals during a Lisa L. Jacobs, budget officer, U.S. Army luncheon held Nov. 19 in San Antonio. Garrison Fort Huachuca, Arizona “The professionals we’re going to recognize Geoffrey D. Ray, mechanical engineer, U.S. today have demonstrated a passionate com- Army Garrison Fort Benning, Georgia mitment to their role within IMCOM and Brett L. Rosene, transition services manag- the Army,” said McGuire. “They have done er, U.S. Army Garrison Fort Leavenworth, what it takes to get the job done, and they Kansas have set a new, higher standard for service to IMCOM Directorate-Europe: others.” Michael A. Beando, director of human The Stalwart Award is given to employees resources, U.S. Army Garrison Ansbach, who distinguish themselves among their peers Germany and leaders as outstanding IMCOM civilians Stefan F. Alford, chief public affairs offi- and exceed the call of duty to achieve the cer, U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz, Army and IMCOM objectives. The program Germany honored recipients for their work in 2018. IMCOM Directorate-Pacific: The Stalwart Award winners are: Vincent M. Brown, Manpower chief, U.S. IMCOM Directorate-Readiness: Army Garrison, Hawaii Robert J. Coonce, fire chief, U.S. Army Heather M. Ray, director of Family Morale, Garrison Fort Campbell, Kentucky Health and Welfare, U.S. Army Garrison Nathan G. Jernigan, chief of Operations and Camp Humphreys, Korea Maintenance Division, U.S. Army Garrison Kimberly T. Straube, Non-Appropriated Fort Polk, Louisiana Funds Management Support program man- Derrick C. Washington, chief of Plans and ager, IMCOM Directorate-Pacific

PHOTO BY JOSHUA FORD Operations Division, U.S. Army Garrison IMCOM Headquarters / U.S. Army (Left to right) Stefan F. Alford, chief public affairs officer, U.S. Army Garrison Rhein- Fort Bliss, Texas Environmental Command: land-Pfalz, Germany; Scott Malcolm, director of IMCOM public affairs office, Mike IMCOM Directorate-Sustainment: Gregory S. Kuhr, director of facilities and Howard, director of Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall Public Affairs Office. Michael L. Howard, chief public affairs logistics, IMCOM Headquarters

Index Local forecast Chaplain’s Corner ...... page 2 TUSAB Blues ...... page 3 THURS. FRI. SAT. SUN. News Notes ...... page 11 51 | 35 51 | 36 50 | 38 52 | 34

For more weather forecasts and information, visit www.weather.gov. 2 Thursday, November 28, 2019 PENTAGRAM Chaplain’s Corner Don’t quit By Retired Chaplain (Brig. Gen.) Ray Bailey Former Deputy Chief of Chaplains

Every person has times when he or she is tempt- ed to give up. Although people try to do the right thing, they are met at every turn with disappoint- ment, frustration or failure. The pressures mount. An inner voice says, “Why don’t you just quit?” But that is not the answer, for we are created to be strong and courageous meeting life head on keep- ing faith in ourselves. I read a book recently about the great football coach Vince Lombardi, who was the head football coach of the Green Bay Packers for many years, and produced one NFL champion after another. He motivated his men to play every moment of every game to the best of their ability. No matter what COURTESY PHOTO the circumstances, the Packers were as strong and tough in the last two minutes of the game as they The fundamentals of life are important if we are good basic rule to live by. Forgive ourselves and were at the opening kickoff. They never quit. What to succeed. They just don’t exist without con- forgive others to “declutter” our lives opens up joy was their secret? We’re told that Lombardi began stantly reinforcing them into our lives. We must and contentment in our spirit. Keeping a sense of each practice session by holding up a football and keep on practicing and training ourselves to not the awe keeps us humble and appreciative. Find- saying, “This is a football!” Then he drilled his men forget these basic values and beliefs if we are to ing purpose and wholeness in our spiritual faith in the basics of conditioning, blocking, tackling and have that foundation to deal with life’s questions of the Creator keeps us grounded. Then, when the playmaking. This thorough training in the basics and decisions. Through a good moral and ethical pressures mount, we’ll be tough enough to resist stood them in good stead when the pressure was lifestyle, we keep our life’s game plan on track. the urge to quit. really on. It kept them from giving up. Treating others as we want to be treated is still a Team, this is a life. It is your life. Don’t quit on it. Chapel services Religious services will be held Protestant at Memorial Chapel at the 7:45 and 10:30 a.m. 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 Myer-Hen- derson Hall Army Community Service classroom, 202 Custer Rd. (Bldg.201), Fort Myer, VA 22211. For more information on any course or to register, please call (703) 696-3512. Registration is required. Army Community Service is open Monday through Friday 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. 123 Magic The 1-2-3 Magic Parenting Program is Tuesday and Dec. 10 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. This is the No. 1 selling child discipline program in the United States. The parenting tips and resources help parents raise well-behaved, happy, competent kids. Registration is required. Stress management Stress management is Dec. 5 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Individuals will receive information on emotions management and the impact of unmanaged stress as well as the basics of identifying stressors in their life and how to create their own stress management plan. Registration is required. Five love languages The fve love languages will be held Dec. 17 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Individuals will learn about the fve love languages and discuss ways to keep their partner’s “love tank” full. Each participant will re- ceive a copy of “The Five Love Languages” by Gary Chapman. Registration is required. Happening at Henderson Hall New Parents Support play morning Join the JBM-HH New Parent Support Programs for play morning every Thursday during the school year from 10-11:30 a.m. at the Henderson Hall Chapel (adjacent to Navy Mutual Aid Association). Play morning is open to parents with children ages newborn to 5 years old and includes a period of free play, followed by songs and stories. For more infor- mation, call (703) 614-7204 or (703) 696-3512.

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Sgt. Maj. Kenny Rittenhouse, group leader of The Blues, PHOTOS BY JEFF HEENEY performs Sunday during The The 18 members of The Blues play before a packed crowd Brucker Hall during the band’s New Music Concert Sunday. Blues concert in Brucker Hall. Army Blues new music concert spotlights its own composers, arrangers By Alice Swan Special to the Pentagram

The U.S. Army Blues jazz ensemble is known for bringing classic pieces found in the Library of Congress music archives to audiences around the world. On Sunday, however, their local fans were treated to a concert featuring seven original composi- tions and three new arrangements of well-known tunes by members of The Blues. The afternoon performance filled Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall’s Brucker Hall with the syncopated rhythms of Bourbon Street, Memphis swing and more modern styles all created by the band’s home-grown The original compositions and arrangements of (from left to right) Master Sgt. Graham talent. Breedlove, Sgt. Maj. Kenny Rittenhouse, Staff Sgt. James Collins, Sgt. 1st Class Regan Enlisted musical director of The Staff Sgt. Dustin Mollick performs during Brough and Staff Sgts. Dan Andrews and Micael Kramer were featured in The U.S. Army Blues Sgt. 1st Class Xavier Perez The Blues concert Sunday in Brucker Hall. Blues new music concert Sunday. said, that the ensemble tries to do highlight concerts every year, if with The National Medal of Arts trumpet skills. and Rittenhouse on trumpet. Sgt. 1st scheduling and mission needs allow. Nov. 21. This is the highest award Band guitarist Staff Sgt. Michael Class Regan Brough, a bassist, led “We like to find opportunities to given to artists and arts patrons by Kramer shared three of his compo- The Blues through his arrangement showcase our Soldiers’ work, which the U.S. government, according to a sitions with the audience, “Down,” of the jazz ballad “Never Let Me Go,” is really done on their own time,” he Department of Defense news release. “Spin” and “Sequel to Gangster dedicated to his wife for their 12th explained. The original pieces were inspired by Flick,” inspired by the television wedding anniversary. His update to Chief Warrant Officer 2 James life experience, favorite jazz musi- show “Peaky Blinders.” Sgt. Maj. “Winter Wonderland,” featuring Perez Landrum, The U.S. Blues director, cians and a popular television show. Kenneth Rittenhouse’s piece entitled on saxophone brought the concert to noted that the United States Army Even the newest member of the “Blues for Jacquet” was dedicated a fitting holiday-themed end. Band is full of world-class musicians, band contributed one of his works. to the Texas Tenor styling of the late Jazz fans and all music lovers will many who love to compose and ar- Staff Sgt. Dan Andrews, who’s been saxophonist Illinois Jacquet and be able to hear The U.S. Army Blues range music. with The Blues for six weeks, led included an opportunity for band one more time before the end of the “We try to harness that skill and the group through his composition member Staff Sgt. Clay Pritchard to year. The Blues will host their annual highlight that talent for our audienc- “Midnight Oil,” dedicated to the long show off his own Texas Tenor skill on A Stan Kenton Christmas/Ellington es, who often only expect us to play nights artists may spend creating the sax. Nutcracker concert Dec. 15 at 3 patriotic music,” Landrum said. their pieces. Louisiana native Master Pianist Staff Sgt. James Collins p.m. at Brucker Hall on JBM-HH. He shared that it was only fitting Sgt. Graham Breedlove took the au- contributed a new arrangement of the The concert is free, but individuals the concert came just days after Pres- dience on a musical tour of his home classic “I Can’t Believe That You’re can request tickets through The U.S. ident Donald Trump presented all state with his compositions “Atchafa- In Love With Me,” featuring Sgt. 1st Army Band website at https://www. military musicians, past and present, laya,” and “Vermilion,” featuring his Class Luke Brimhall on trombone usarmyband.com/index.html.

Staff Sgt. Aaron Eckert adds some soulful trombone Staff Sgt. Clay Pritchard does his best Texas Tenor styling Sgt.1st Class Michael Kramer performs during The Blues concert to “Down” composed by Staff Sgt. Michael Kramer for his solo in Sgt. Maj. Kenny Rittenhouse’s “Blues for Jac- Sunday in Brucker Hall. as an homage to those suffering from depression. quet.”

Army Chorus performs preholiday concert in Memorial Chapel

PHOTO BY CATRINA FRANCIS The U.S. Army Chorus performs various songs before the Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall community in Me- morial Chapel Monday. The Army Chorus provided en- tertainment before the Thanksgiving holiday and lunch- time afternoon of thanks meal in the chapel. 4 Thursday, November 28, 2019 PENTAGRAM

Volunteers wait on Memorial Avenue to be screened during the 27th National Wreaths Across America Day at Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Virginia, Dec. 15, 2018. On this day, thousands of volunteers place wreaths at every gravesite at Arlington National Cemetery. Wreaths Across America annual event to be held at Arlington National Cemetery Dec. 14 By Arlington National Cemetery entrance for screening and entry to the grounds. For those parking in Pentagon The annual Wreaths Across America North Parking, ANC recommends walk- event will be held at Arlington Na- ing to the cemetery’s main entrance on tional Cemetery and the Soldiers’ and Memorial Avenue by using the Route 27 Airmen’s Home National Cemetery pedestrian walkway. Dec. 14. The gates to these cemeteries There will be additional parking lots will open at 8 a.m. available for volunteers at a reduced $7 Volunteers should anticipate large per day rate, within walking distance to crowds and difficulties with driving the cemetery. These garages are located vehicles in the vicinity of Arlington Na- at: 1616 Fort Myer Dr.; 1300 Wilson tional Cemetery due to road closures. Blvd.; and 1655 North Fort Myers Dr. To ensure the safety and security of Family pass holders/handicapped its visitors, the cemetery has restricted placards: personally owned vehicles from driving Only family pass holders and those with onto cemetery grounds during the du- handicapped placards will be allowed to ration of the event and is encouraging park in the ANC Welcome Center park- visitors to use Metrorail or Metrobus. ing garage. “We encourage volunteers to arrive ear- PHOTOS BY ELIZABETH FRASER Instructions: Family pass holders ly and recommend taking Metro to the Volunteers lay wreaths in Section 59 during the 27th National Wreaths Across America Day and those with handicapped plates/plac- at Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Virginia, Dec. 15, 2018. On this day, thousands Pentagon or Rosslyn stations and walking of volunteers place wreaths at every gravesite at Arlington National Cemetery. ards will need to go to Pentagon North into the cemetery,” said Executive Di- Parking where their pass will be verified. rector Karen Durham-Aguilera. “It’s a struction, the sole entry point to the cem- cemetery entrances. If exiting at Ross- They will then be directed to the ANC short 15-minute walk from these stations etery from Joint Base Myer-Henderson lyn, volunteers must enter the cemetery Welcome Center parking garage. Once and the most seamless way to access our Hall will be the Old Post Chapel Gate. via the Ord and Weitzel gate by walking the parking garage is full, drivers will be hallowed grounds on this special day.” There will be a brief opening ceremony along the North Meade Street sidewalks. directed to other parking options. Event Details: inside the cemetery at the McClellan If exiting at the Pentagon, volunteers Note: This is a change from last year. The Arlington National Cemetery gates Gate at 8:30 a.m. General wreath place- must enter through the cemetery’s South There is no preregistration required for family — main entrance, South Gate and Ord ment will also begin at this time with the Gate entrance. pass holder parking this year. and Weitzel — will open to the public at exception of those trucks in vicinity of the Pentagon parking: Ride share drop-off locations: 8 a.m. All volunteers must pass through opening ceremony. Volunteers will begin Limited general public parking will For those volunteers who plan to arrive the cemetery’s security screening process wreath placements no later than 9 a.m. be available at the Pentagon North and via a ride share (i.e. Uber, Lyft), the drop before entering the cemetery. Use metro to access the cemetery: South parking lots. There will be Wreaths off location is the Hayes lot (599-549 Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall will Due to anticipated congestion at the Across America volunteers and signage Army Navy Drive). From this point, be accessible to DOD ID card holders Arlington Cemetery Station, Metro positioned in the parking lots guiding volunteers will need to walk to the ceme- only; however, parking will be limited to recommends volunteers exit via the visitors to walk to the nearest cemetery tery’s South Gate entrance. the Tri-Services parking lot located across Rosslyn or Pentagon stations and walk entrances. For those parking in Penta- For the latest information and event from the Spates Community Center and to the cemetery. From these locations it gon South Parking, ANC recommends details, please visit www.arlingtonceme- Henderson Hall. Due to ongoing con- is a short 15-minute walk to one of the walking to the cemetery’s South Gate tery.mil.

HISTORY A jewel of the Corps from page 1 The uniqueness of this position, coupled with its historic significance for the Army Chaplain Corps, made the countries. I know Sgt. 1st Class (P) Hall occasion special. is up to the challenge and I can’t wait to “This is a historic first for the U.S. see him in the seat.” Army Chaplain Corps,” said Army chief A daunting task of chaplains, Chaplain (Maj. Gen.) Because Headquarters Battalion is a Thomas Solhjem. “One of our finest re- one-of-a-kind Army unit with assets that ligious affairs specialists will be serving as span the globe, Hall’s role will be even a first sergeant outside the United States further removed from business as usual, Army Chaplain Center and School. This he said. is a perfect role in which to carry on with “A typical first sergeant has platoon the Chaplain Corps mission of caring structure,” Hall said. “We have the same for the soul of the Army. I couldn’t be structure but you would replace those prouder of 1st Sgt. Dustin Hall’s success platoon sergeants or squad leaders with — or more excited for the Soldiers who organizations across the Military District will benefit from his care.” of Washington and the globe. That in- Caring for Soldiers cludes everything from the White House Daunting though the duties may be, communications staff to the National Hall is confident in his ability to fulfill Defense University at Fort McNair and them because of his background. all the Army personnel at the Joint Chiefs “I’m qualified for this job because as of Staff’s office and at the Department of religious affairs specialists we spend our Defense. All-in-all, we have 384 organi- whole career learning how to take care zations that we are responsible for.” of Soldiers,” Hall said. “The job of a first For Hall, as well as for the Chaplain sergeant, outside of the ordinary require- Corps, the position represents more ments, is to be, in many ways, respon- than a promotion of an individual. Five sible for helping Soldiers through the NCOs were nominated to interview for many life issues that he or she faces.” the position, three of them were reli- Vision gious affairs specialists. The process was “My hope is to represent the Chaplain rigorous and nerve-wracking, Hall said, Corps well, so that on a larger scale the because they were nominated by their Army feels safe trusting a religious affairs regimental sergeant major, who, by that specialist with this type of responsibility,” action, entrusted the reputation of the Hall said. “Personally, I hope to grow entire corps to their leadership abilities. and develop as a leader and as a man.” “It’s a big deal for the Chaplain Corps The person who first nominated Hall, that we get this right and that we honor Chaplain Corps regimental sergeant the trust that the Army is putting in us major, Sgt. Maj. Ralph Martinez, looks because this is not only a good oppor- at this position as a way forward for the tunity for us, it’s our legacy,” Hall said. NCO Corps as well as the Chaplain “That’s a lot to live up to.” Corps. In order for the designation to occur, “The company first sergeant is the the Chaplain Corps regimental sergeant primary influencer of unit standards and major had to petition the Installation discipline,” he said. “They do so through Management Command’s command their actions and character. The Chaplain sergeant major for the position, explain- Corps is proud to entrust one of its finest ing the need for his NCOs to get more NCOs with this responsibility. We are leadership positions before they reach the confident that 1st Sgt. Hall will fulfill his rank of sergeant major. duties with honor and excellence.” PENTAGRAM Thursday, November 28, 2019 5

Lt. Gen. Walter E. Piatt, director of the Army Staff, speaks with military leaders from across the National Capital Region during the Joint Force Headquarters — National Capital Region Commander’s Conference at the Jacob E. Smart building on Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, Nov. 20. The conference, hosted by Maj. Gen. Omar J. Jones IV, commanding general, JFHQ-NCR and the U.S. Army Military District of Washington, provided commanders and senior noncommissioned officers with the opportunity to discuss various topics concerning force protection, security and ceremonial support. Always ready: JFHQ-NCR Commander’s Conference By JFHQ-NCR/MDW across the National Capital Communication Office Region,” said Jones. “As a joint team, we exist for homeland Military leaders from across defense in the nation’s capital.” the National Capital Region The semiannual conference participated in the Joint Force afforded commanders and their Headquarters — National Cap- staff the opportunity to discuss ital Region Commander’s Con- inauguration preparation, ele- ference at the Jacob E. Smart ments of force protection, and building on Joint Base Andrews, the overarching Primary, Alter- Maryland, Nov. 20. nate, Contingency, and Emer- The conference, hosted by gency planning methodology for Maj. Gen. Omar J. Jones IV, interagency communication. commanding general, JF- During the conference Jones HQ-NCR and the U.S. Army emphasized his three priorities Military District of Washington, that remain steadfast through- provided commanders and se- out the JFHQ-NCR/MDW nior noncommissioned officers team. with a forum to dialogue various Jones stated that collectively topics concerning force protec- the priorities remain supporting PHOTOS BY SGT. MARYAM TREECE tion, security and ceremonial homeland defense as guardians Maj. Gen. Omar J. Jones IV, commanding general, Joint Force Headquarters — National Capital Region and the U.S. Army Military District of Washington, speaks with military leaders from across the Nation- support. of the nation’s capital, serving al Capital Region during the JFHQ-NCR Commander’s Conference at the Jacob E. Smart building on “Time invested in our relation- as the face of the military and Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, Nov. 20. The conference provided commanders and senior noncom- ships is invaluable so that we maintaining readiness for today missioned officers with the opportunity to discuss various topics concerning force protection, security know and trust our teammates and tomorrow. and ceremonial support. Sensory-friendly screenings of ‘Superpower Dogs’ at National Museum of the Marine Corps By Marine Corps During this special screening, families affected by sensory friends have with their human the Marine Corps Heritage Heritage Foundation the theater will be dimly lit, sensitivities. partners. Audiences will see Foundation’s sensory-friendly the movie will be played at “Superpower Dogs” is an these real-life superheroes screenings, as well as other The Marine Corps Heri- a lower volume and viewers inspiring true story that fol- save lives through rescue mis- movies being shown, visit tage Foundation will host its will be allowed to speak softly lows six remarkable working sions, emotional support and https://www.marineheritage. penultimate sensory-friendly and move around as needed. dogs from around the world sniffing out crime. org/medalofhonortheater.html. screening of the film “Super- Sensory-friendly screenings while exploring their incred- The final sensory-friendly The National Museum of power Dogs” Saturday at 11 are widely used to make the ible abilities, the science screenings will take place the Marine Corps is locat- a.m. at the National Mu- viewing experience more behind those abilities and Dec. 28 at 11 a.m. ed at 18900 Jefferson Davis seum of the Marine Corps. enjoyable for individuals and the powerful bond these K-9 For more information on Highway, Triangle, VA 22172.

Chaplain Casteel explains art of listening

PHOTOS BY CATRINA FRANCIS Chaplain (Maj.) Bryant Casteel, the Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall Family Life Program chap- lain, listens while Rhonda Angermund explains her feelings from a previous conversation during Chaplain (Maj.) Bryant Casteel explains the importance of active listening during role-playing exercise at the base Renewal event Nov. 20 at Spates Community Center. Casteel used the communication process during the JBM-HH Renewal event at Spates Commu- the event to explain effective listening and responding. nity Center Nov. 20. 6 Thursday, November 28, 2019 PENTAGRAM

PHOTO BY LANCE CPL. ZACHARY BEATTY Recruits with Kilo Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, hold a plank during a physical training session at Marine Corps Recruit Depot, San Diego, Nov. 5. Recruits were pushed to their limits in order to complete each exercise and received continuous motivation from their drill instructors. Noncommissioned officers prepare troops for worst days, Troxell says By Jim Garamone environment, how we prepare defense.gov them mentally and emotional- ly and technically and tactical- In every talk that Army ly, so that they can perform at Command Sgt. Maj. John W. the best of their abilities, on Troxell has with service mem- the worst day of their life.” bers — officer and enlisted This covers the range of the — he emphasizes that core services and does not have to responsibility. If noncommis- be limited to combat roles, sioned officers are not doing he noted. A fire on a ship, a that job, he said, then the malfunctioning rocket on an units “will be sending people aircraft or an accident on the home in body bags.” firing line are among the kinds The SEAC, as he is called, of situations which service spoke about the crucial mis- members must have the exper- sion of NCOs and petty offi- tise and physical capabilities cers in shaping service mem- needed to react appropriately bers who serve with them. and act quickly. This is why “In the profession we’re in good, tough, realistic train- regardless of whether it’s in ing is needed, and it’s the job direct combat, whether it’s of all NCOs to ensure the PHOTO BY AIR FORCE STAFF SGT. CORBAN D. LUNDBORG during a deployment, or what- standards are understood and Air Force pararescuemen deployed in support of Combined Joint Task Force Horn of Africa clear rooms ever it may be, bad things can exceeded, Troxell said. during close-quarter battle drills in East Africa May 10. happen,” he said. “And in our If they are not doing that, member’s paycheck. If non- profession, when bad things he added, “then we are doing commissioned officers and happen they can be brutal and an injustice to these men and petty officers aren’t engaged unforgiving, and people can women in terms of preparing in providing caring leadership die.” them to handle and have the and enforcing high standards It is not enough, in the ser- resilience they’ll need to get of performance — physically, geant major’s opinion, just to after that.” mentally, emotionally, tech- meet a standard — Soldiers, The 55-year-old sergeant nically and tactically – they Sailors, Airmen, Marines major walks the walk too. His are doing a disservice to their and Coast Guardsmen must physical training regimens are troops, he said. exceed it to ensure they are legendary, and he routinely doing what they need to do to smokes much younger person- An NCO of the Year competitor di- prepare for their worst days, nel working out with him. rects his security watch where to Troxell said. Preparing for the worst day go as he treats a wounded Soldiers “That has to be done and inherently means helping during the medical lane portion of can be done on a daily basis,” people through the range of the Joint Readiness Training Cen- he said. “How we physically possible problems, whether ter and Fort Polk NCO and Soldier prepare our men and women it is a car accident or even of the Year Competition held May 29 to June 4. for this brutal and unforgiving “no pay due” in a service PHOTO BY PATRICIA DUBIEL SecArmy looks toward FY21 budget as continuing resolution impacts priorities By Devon L. Suits has already backloaded funding in its Army News Service five-year spending plan, McCarthy said, but added leaders will still need to As Congress passed another con- engage in future “night court” process- tinuing resolution Nov. 21 to keep the es to reshape the Army’s balance sheet federal government open until Dec. 20, to completely fund future projects. Secretary of the Army Ryan D. McCa- “If we’re successful in these next 18 rthy said the lack of long-term fund- months and these prototypes deliver, ing is having a detrimental impact on you are going to need a lot of money to operations, readiness, maintenance and start bringing (in) … hundreds of these modernization. widgets into the formations,” he said. With no approved fiscal year 2020 The future year’s defense plan “helps budget, the Army had to freeze about Congress manage expectations. It $3.5 billion in modernization funds, allows us the time to see if the stuff’s which impacts close to 80 new pro- going to work and then collectively grams, and about 40 production-line come together and make an adjustment increases, McCarthy said during a downstream.” presentation at the American Enterprise NEED FOR TEAMMATES Institute. While people are, and will always be “From a readiness standpoint, we are PHOTO BY SGT. DANA CLARKE the Army’s most precious resource, the very concerned. We need to get (the Secretary of the Army Ryan D. McCarthy speaks at the American Enterprise Institute’s think Army has recently seen an alarming tank in Washington, D.C., Nov. 21. Congress was just passing another continuing resolution budget) turned back on as quickly as to fund the government until Dec. 20 and McCarthy said the lack of long-term funding could increase in reported suicides and sexual possible,” he said. have a detrimental impact on operations, readiness, maintenance and modernization. assaults, McCarthy said. Expenditures in operational mainte- “There are things that are tearing nance had to be reduced by 2%, McCa- people continue to be the Army’s top between the force and the Office of the away the fabric of our institution,” he rthy said. The buying power of battalion priorities for FY21 and the fiscal 2022 Secretary of Defense, Congress, indus- said. “The only way that we can think and brigade commanders is declining, spending plan, he said. try and other key stakeholders. of doing better is just by being better which means fewer spare parts and not “Over half of our balance sheet is “We worked very hard to commu- teammates.” as many training repetitions. focused on people and training,” Mc- nicate … our intent,” said McCarthy, McCarthy and Army Chief of Staff “Time is the variable that you don’t Carthy said. “What you will see over during an engagement Nov. 21. “One of Gen. James McConville are trying to get back,” he said. “Even if you get the the course of this next year is a focus on the greatest things I think we did — we set the example by exhibiting the right (budget after Dec. 20), you just lost 90 strategic readiness … (to include) emer- published a modernization strategy and behaviors that help build a cohesive days. In our business, you got to get gency deployment readiness exercises then we put the money against (that team. The two often eat lunch or work- every repetition before we get on an air- for brigade-sized elements to Europe priority).” out together, McCarthy explained. plane and go do the nation’s business.” and East Asia, and the Defender series Last fiscal year, the Army moved “Teammates look each other in FY21 BUDGET TO CONTINUE (of exercises).” more than $40 billion to help develop the face — teammates invest in each MODERNIZATION The Army is also in the midst of a sig- 31 signature systems across the force’s other,” McCarthy said. “Some of those The lack of an approved fiscal year nificant transformation with the launch six modernization priorities, he said. simple fundamentals of investing time 2020 budget has not stopped Army se- of the modernization enterprise, Mc- The force is slated to receive a wide in each other will help you improve and nior leaders from putting final touches Carthy said. In turn, the Army looks to range of prototypes over the next two … understand who you’re dealing with, on the FY21 budget proposal, McCar- “finish what it started,” all while main- years. so when (a teammate) has challenges, thy said. Readiness, modernization and taining a level of trust and commitment To pay for new technology, the Army you are there for them.” PENTAGRAM Thursday, November 28, 2019 7

PHOTO BY STAFF SGT. VICTORIA CHAMBERLIN, TUSAB PUBLIC AFFAIRS Staff Sgt. Jan Knutson plays the guitar during one of The U.S. Army Band “Pershing’s Own” performance.

ARTS and breathtaking musical talent.” from page 1 Knutson recently performed with his colleagues in The U.S. Army the U.S. government, according to a Strings and members of the Marine, Department of Defense news release. Navy, and Air Force bands at the It is awarded by the president to indi- State Dinner in honor of Australian viduals or groups who “…are deserv- Prime Minister Scott Morrison. For ing of special recognition by reason him, performing for heads of state of their outstanding contributions to and the nation’s most senior leaders the excellence, growth, support and in government is a regular part of his availability of the arts in the United job in the Army’s premier musical States.” unit. Military musicians from all five But he does see this as an exciting branches of service were recognized opportunity to represent all military “for personifying excellence in music music. and service to country. From concert “Well I just hope I do the best I can halls to war zones, these extraordinary to represent what military bands are patriots have inspired and uplifted all about,” Knutson said. “This orga- their fellow Americans over gener- nization is one I’m happy to be a part ations with their incredible courage of, and I want to do my best.”

PHOTO BY CATRINA FRANCIS (Center) Command Sgt. Maj. Brooks, the command sergeant major of the 3d Infantry Regiment, smiles while serving a Thanksgiving lunch in the JBM-HH DFAC Tuesday. Officers, NCOs service extends beyond leadership, serve Soldiers, Family members, DOD civilians in DFAC

(Left) Joint Base My- er-Henderson Hall Command- er Col. Kimber- ly A. Peeples prepares ham- burger patties Tuesday. Prior to Thanksgiv- ing, officers and noncom- missioned of- ficers serve Soldiers, Family members, re- tirees and DOD civilians in the base dining fa- cility. PHOTO BY CATRINA FRANCIS

An ice sculp- ture sits on display in the Joint Base Myer-Hender- son Hall DFAC Tuesday. PHOTO BY NATE ALLEN 8 Thursday, November 28, 2019 PENTAGRAM

PHOTO ILLUSTRATION COURTESY OF ARMY PUBLIC HEALTH CENTER Finding time to exercise can be challenging during the holiday season. Layering clothes for outdoor activities will help keep individuals warm and dry. Individuals can also consider signing up for an exercise class with a friend to help keep them motivated. Army Public Health experts recommend using Performance Triad strategies to keep holidays healthy By Douglas Holl it can be difficult to keep the “Try an Iron Chef theme https://cookpad.com/us/us- Vincent Capaldi, sleep med- USAPHC right balance of sleep, activi- for the holiday party with the ers/2940124. icine consultant to the U.S. ty and nutrition going,” said twist of incorporating winter Reagan said another P3 Army surgeon general. “Stay With the holiday season Joanna Reagan, Army Public vegetables or fruits in the strategy is consider giving consistent to reinforce your rapidly approaching, many Health Center registered dish,” said Reagan. “Try in- the gift of a new kitchen gad- sleep-wake cycle. If you have individuals have already dietitian. corporating winter vegetables get to promote health. Some an evening holiday party to begun planning their menus Reagan has some creative into different recipes such as ideas might be: attend and you plan to stay and activities. But Army ideas to help. She recom- squash, sweet potatoes, beets, • Vegetable spiralizer to up late, try to keep your Public Health experts said mends trying new recipes. broccoli, Brussels sprouts or turn zucchini into spaghetti wake up time the same, even the goal is to keep the syner- There are many creative cauliflower. Winter fruits in noodles. if you feel tired the next day.” gy of the Performance Triad recipes on the internet and season are grapefruit, kiwi- • Fresh herb saver to pre- Capaldi also suggested (Sleep, Activity and Nutri- in cook books for festive fruit, kumquats, mandarin serve herbs in your refrigera- avoiding alcohol and caffeine tion) in their planning and holiday eating. She said it oranges, oranges, persim- tor for longer time periods. four hours before bedtime. hopefully avoid that seem- is worth a little bit of time mons and pomelos.” • A sparkling water maker “Alcohol is a depressant ingly inevitable New Year’s searching to get some cre- Reagan also recommends may help with drinking more that you may think helps you resolution to revive healthier ative ideas for the holiday trying some of the Per- water with bit of flavor and to fall asleep, but it actually habits. work potluck or the church formance Triad recipes fizz. disrupts the sleep cycle,” said “During the busy holidays, dinner. found on cookpad.com at • A salad spinner can help Capaldi. you make the perfect salad. Capaldi said progressive • Digital food thermome- relaxation techniques and ter with an all-in-one option winding down before bed- good for candy and meats. time can also help decrease • Programmable pressure the stress of the holidays. cooker to help make quick Holiday season means fast meals. holiday parties, and Reagan Reagan said another offered some suggestions for healthy strategy during the drinking responsibly. holidays is individuals should “Alternate water with your weigh themselves every day. alcoholic drink to help to “This will give you a pulse stay hydrated but also drink check of your weight status,” less alcohol,” said Reagan said Reagan. “The goal over “For many social events it the holidays is usually to feels natural to have a bev- maintain your weight and try erage in your hand, so you not to gain weight. If you see can also add extra ice cubes the scale sliding up, then it to your drink to dilute your is time to try getting back on beverage. Practice modera- track.” tion and sip slowly. Alcohol One trick individuals can may increase appetite and use is counting their bites, lead to eating more.” said Reagan. An average Reagan recommended bite is about 60 calories and involving family and friends five bites can be up to 300 with healthy holiday goals. calories, which is about half “Express yourself,” said of the calories of a lunch Reagan “It’s alright to tell meal. Use a small plate and your family of your goals remember to eat slowly. during the holiday season, so Although it may be getting they can help to support you. colder outside, Reagan said You can pass up on cookies it’s important to stay active. or goodies and even some “The holidays are always a activities if they complicate busy time and exercise is the your busy schedule. It is OK first thing to go with the busy to say ‘no’ to events if they schedule,” said Reagan. “As will add stress to your life.” the weather is getting colder, Reagan’s last tip is to use it is hard to get motivated to time-saving technology to go outside.” help reduce stress. A number Reagan recommends in- of grocery stores now offer vesting in warm clothing and pick-up and delivery services layering clothes for outdoor and there are also organiza- activities to help stay warm tions that offer local fruits and dry. A reflective vest will and vegetables for pick-up or also help to be seen in the delivery. dark. As individuals are writing “Sign up for a new exercise out their holiday lists, re- class in your local commu- member to keep the syn- nity,” said Reagan. “The ergy of Performance Triad accountability of your class- during this holiday season. mates will help to keep you The support of family and motivated.” friends can help to make sure Another way to help reduce individuals have the balance holiday stress is to keep a of sleep, activity and nutri- normal sleep schedule, a crit- tion. It is important to make ical part of the Performance the right choices for them Triad. and finish strong for the New “Try to keep to your nor- Year. mal sleep routine as much For more information, visit as possible,” said Lt. Col. https://p3.amedd.army.mil/. PENTAGRAM Thursday, November 28, 2019 9

PHOTO BY LANCE CPL. WALTER D. MARINO II Marines with 3rd Battalion, 4th Marine Regiment, conduct combat operations in Now Zad, Afghanistan, during Operation Cobra’s Anger, Dec. 4, 2009. Operation Cobra’s Anger disrupt- ed enemy supply lines and communication in Now Zad, once a safe haven for Taliban forces. Nov. 28 was disbanded in 1963, and career in the United States (AM-110). That night, the and Savannah Railroad and In 1872, the Modoc War of the Native Americans on the Navy. In a prerecorded Fletcher-class destroyers USS encamped, with Baird at 1872-73 began in Siskiyou Quapaw Reservation merged speech, U.S. Secretary of the Waller (DD-466), USS Prin- Thomas’ Station (0.2 mile County, northern Califor- with other tribes. Navy Ray Mabus announced gle (DD-477), USS Renshaw east) and Kilpatrick a mile nia when fighting broke out Nov. 29 that the U.S. Navy’s third (DD-499) and USS Saufley north, both astride the rail between Modoc Chief Capt. In 1948, the 9th Marines Gerald R. Ford-class aircraft (DD-465) under Capt. Rob- and wagon roads. Details Jack and a cavalry detail led went to Shanghai and evacu- carrier, CVN-80, would be ert H. Smith, with a Black from both divisions destroyed by Capt. James Jackson. Bru- ated U. S. nationals. Chinese named Enterprise. USS En- Cat PBY Catalina doing the railroad. The main body, tally harsh conduct charac- Communist forces under terprise (CVN-65), formerly the spotting, steamed into 14th Corps, with the artillery terized white-Indian struggles Mao gained control of almost CVA(N)-65, was the world’s the bay at flank speed. The and trains, camped at Lump- in the Northwest, such as all of mainland China. The first nuclear-powered aircraft destroyers raked the Ormoc kin’s Station, 4 miles south the 1,000-mile saga of the Chinese Nationalist forc- carrier and the eighth United dock area with main battery That night, Confederate Maj. 1877 Nez Percé War and the es were surrounded at all States naval vessel to bear the fire for about an hour when Gen. Joseph “Fighting Joe” Modoc War. Harvesters of major seaports or holed up at name. Like its predecessor suddenly the PBY reported Wheeler’s cavalry attacked fish and waterfowl, game, Chungking, Shanghai, Can- of World War II fame, it was a surfaced sub entering the the work details and shelled seeds and bulbs, the Modoc ton, Tsingtao, Chefoo, etc. nicknamed “Big E.” At 1,123 bay. USS Waller opened fire the camps, but after sharp were a tribe of the I/Utua- They were completely sealed feet (342 meters), it was the and the spunky sub returned skirmishing, the attackers mian Stock. The Modac lived off from the rest of China by longest naval vessel in the the fire while at the same were repulsed by the 92nd on lava plateaus dotted with Communist forces. world, a record which still time fishtailing furiously. As Illinois Mounted Infantry sage and the forested moun- Nov. 30 stands. Its 93,284-long-ton the Waller got into position without delaying the work tains of northern California In 1965, following a visit to (94,781 tons) displacement to ram, the sub suddenly of destruction. The next and southern Oregon. Their South Vietnam, Defense Sec- ranked it as the 11th-heavi- submerged, but for the last morning, supported by two houses, which resembled retary Robert McNamara re- est supercarrier, after the 10 time — stern first. The next of Baird’s infantry brigades, beehives, lined the banks of ported in a memorandum to carriers of the Nimitz class. night, Kauffman ordered four Kilpatrick, moved north an Lost River and the shores President Lyndon B. Johnson Enterprise had a crew of PT boats (PTs 127, 128, 191 accomplished his mission of Tule Lake. White settlers that the South Vietnamese some 4,600 service members. and 331) into Ormoc Bay. and destroyed the bridges began to populate the attrac- government of Nguyen Cao The only ship of its class, En- Visibility was excellent, and over Brier Creek, north and tive area in the 1860s. The Ky “is surviving, but not ac- terprise was the third oldest in the light of a full moon east of Waynesboro. Finding Modoc resisted the encroach- quiring wide support or gen- commissioned vessel in the the PT boats sunk a freighter Wheeler lightly entrenched ment at great cost and by erating actions.” He said that United States Navy after the and a patrol craft. The boats south of the town, Kilpat- 1864 the tribe was reduced Viet Cong recruiting success- wooden-hulled USS Consti- caught the enemy by surprise rick attacked and, after hard to about 250. Subsequently, es coupled with a continuing tution and USS Pueblo. It and the mission was “a piece fighting, forced him to retire they surrendered their lands heavy infiltration of North was originally scheduled for of cake,” in the words of PT beyond Brier Creek. Baird’s to the U.S. government and Vietnamese forces indicated decommissioning in 2014 skipper J.R. Chassee. The third brigade remained at entered the former Klam- that “the enemy can be ex- or 2015, depending on the following day Smith again Thomas’ Station to complete ath reservation in southern pected to enlarge his present life of its reactors and com- took four cans into Ormoc the destruction of 3 miles of Oregon. The Modoc barely strength of 110 battalion pletion of its replacement, Bay — USS Waller (DD- track then, with the division survived on the hardscrabble equivalents to more than 150 USS Gerald R. Ford, but the 466), USS Cony (DD-508), trains, marched to Alexander reservation. In 1870 Chief battalion equivalents by the National Defense Authoriza- USS Renshaw (DD-499) enroute to Jacksonboro (5 Kintpuash, also known as end of 1966.” McNamara tion Act for Fiscal Year 2010 and USS Conner (DD-582). miles north of Sylvania). The Capt. Jack, directed some of said that U.S. policymakers slated the ship’s retirement There was no sign of enemy detached brigades turned his band to California. When faced two options — to seek for 2013, when it would have shipping in the harbor, and southeast from Waynesboro the group subsequently re- a compromise settlement and served for 51 consecutive curiously enough, no enemy that afternoon and marched fused to return to the reser- keep further military com- years, longer than any other fire, so he withdrew. Two days to Alexander, followed later vation, attempts were made mitments to a minimum, or U.S. aircraft carrier. Enter- later, on the night of Dec. by Kilpatrick after he burned to force the Modocs’ return, to continue to press for a mil- prise’s home port was Naval 1, DDs USS Conway (DD- the bridges over Brier Creek. which precipitated the war itary solution, which would Station Norfolk, Virginia as 507), USS Cony (DD-508), Dec. 4 of 1872-1873. U.S. Soldiers require substantial bombing of September 2012. Its final USS Eaton (DD-510) and In 2009, U.S. Marines and pursued the Indians to Tule of North Vietnam. In conclu- deployment, the last before USS Sigourney (DD-643) Afghan troops launched “Op- Lake. There, lava beds and sion, McNamara warned that its inactivation, began March found no shipping in the bay eration Cobra’s Anger” in caves furnished nearly perfect there was no guarantee of 10, 2012 and ended Nov. 4, so they continued northwest northern Helmand province. fortifications for the quarry. U.S. military success and that 2012. Its official decommis- around the San Isidro penin- The main goal of the oper- The small band of about 150 there was a real possibility of sioning took place in 2016 sula. At 2:24 a.m., the ships ation was to disrupt Taliban poorly armed Indians held a strategic stalemate, saying after the completion of an made radar contact with an supply and communications out for six months. Repeated- that “U.S. killed in action can extensive terminal offload incoming transport, brought lines in the strategic Now ly repulsed, the Soldiers en- be expected to reach 1,000 a program currently underway. it under a withering bar- Zad valley. About 300 Ma- larged their ranks to 1,000 by month.” McNamara cau- Dec. 2 rage of shellfire and quickly rines from the 3rd Battalion, March 1873. In the course of tioned Johnson that sending In 1944, a two-day de- dispatched it to the bottom. 4th Marines, and the Marine peace talks, negotiators Gen. additional troops was not stroyer Battle of Ormoc Bay Many days of action followed recon unit Task Force Raider E. R. S. Canby and Eleazer likely to prevent the stale- began. Vice Adm. James L. but involved no capital ships. dropped into the Now Zad Thomas were killed. The Sol- mate. In the end, however, Kauffman reported as com- Dec. 3 valley via CH-53E helicop- diers grimly stepped up their Johnson chose to seek a mili- mander, Philippine Sea Fron- In 1864, Maj. Gen. William ters and V-22 Osprey aircraft. struggle to overpower the tary solution. By 1969, there tier, and was under heavy Tecumseh Sherman met up This was the first time the Modoc. In 1873 Capt. Jack were more than 500,000 U.S. pressure from Gen. Douglas with some resistance from Osprey were used in combat and his whittled-down band troops in Vietnam. MacArthur to do something Confederate troops at Thom- operations in Afghanistan. In of approximately 30 surren- Dec. 1 — anything — to interdict as Station on his march to preparation for the Marine dered; he and three others In 2012, the USS Enter- incoming Japanese reinforce- the sea. Union Brig. Gen. offensive, the Taliban plant- were hanged. A few the re- prise, the world’s first nucle- ments. On Nov. 27, 1944, he Judson Kilpatrick’s cavalry ed thousands of homemade bellious group were returned ar-powered aircraft carrier, did the obvious, and ordered division, supported by Col. bombs and dug in positions to Klamath Reservation, and was officially inactivated in that the Canigao Chan- Absalom Baird’s division, throughout the valley at the the rest were sent to Quapaw ceremonies held at Naval nel be swept of mines by 14th Corps, moved on the foot of the craggy Tangee Reservation in Oklahoma. Station Norfolk, Virginia, minesweepers USS Pursuit extreme left of Sherman’s Mountains. No major resis- The Klamath Reservation which completed a 51-year (AM-108) and USS Revenge army, reached the Augusta tance was encountered. 10 Thursday, November 28, 2019 PENTAGRAM

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Town Hall for JBM-HH residents Dec. 5 Brunch with Santa All seating is general admission, which means Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall Joint Base Brunch with Santa at Patton Hall will be held that seating is not assigned. Patrons with tickets Commander Col. Kimberly Peeples will host a Dec. 8 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. For details, please are seated on a first-come, first-served basis one quarterly town hall for joint base residents Dec. call (703) 524-0200. hour prior to show time. While tickets online are 5 at 7 p.m. in the Patton Hall Koran Room. The Ugly Sweater 5K race sold out, no tickets are required at 15 minutes town hall will help the joint base leadership gain The Operation Santa Ugly Sweater 5K race is prior to advertised start times. perspective on the progress of housing improve- Dec. 6 at the Fort Myer Fitness Center. On-site Army, Navy blood donor challenge ments and allow residents the opportunity to voice registration at the fitness center is from 5:30 to The ASBP National Capital Region is host- their needs. The command’s No. 1 priority is to 6:30 a.m., with the race starting at 6:45 a.m. ing its annual Army versus Navy Blood Donor provide healthy and safe living conditions for its JBM-HH annual tree lighting Wednesday Challenge. The challenge runs for 30 days. Who Soldiers and their Families. JBM-HH community members are cordially in- will win? Individuals can donate and vote at the As a reminder, JBM-HH residents are encour- vited to celebrate the return of Santa at this year’s ASBBC-Bethesda or Pentagon Blood Donor Cen- aged to fill out the 2019 Army Resident Satisfac- annual holiday tree lighting. The event takes place ter through Dec 4. or attend one of several blood tion Survey. The survey, which seeks to provide at Fort Myer Wednesday on the courtyard next to drives: Army leadership perspective on what Army Bldg. 59. Families, children and friends of JBM- Monday: Marine Corps Base Quantico Head- housing is doing well and where improvement is HH are encouraged to begin arriving at 4:30 p.m. quarters and Service Battalion — Yale Hall/Bldg. needed, was launched Nov. 12. Residents should Festive activities begin at 4:40 p.m. with music 2006, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. have received an email with the link to the survey and carols from The United States Army Band, Tuesday: Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, from CEL & Associates, Inc. The survey is for all “Pershing’s Own” and the Child and Youth Ser- Myer Fitness Center, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. residents living in Army-owned and Army-leased vices French Club. Santa will make an appearance Wednesday: Naval Service Warfare Center Family housing. The deadline for completing the on his horse drawn carriage and the tree lighting Carderock — Bldg. 60/Annapolis Room, 7:30 a.m. survey is Dec. 13. ceremony will begin at 5 p.m. Following the cere- to 11:30 a.m. For questions, please contact Yvonne Brabham mony, join Santa and his elves in Brucker Hall for For more information about any of the challenge at [email protected]. refreshments. Families will have the opportunity blood drives, contact Donna Onwona, ASBP UFC fighters to visit JBM-HH meet Santa and his elves individually. The USO blood donor recruiter, at (202) 294-6674, or don- Representatives from Ultimate Fighting Cham- will be on hand in Brucker Hall with family fun [email protected]. pionship will visit JBM-HH to meet and speak holiday craft projects. 395 Express Lanes project traffic with service members. UFC event reporter Megan HOHOpalooza to impact Pentagon parking Olivi will moderate audience questions for ath- On Tuesday, Joint Base Myer Henderson Hall The 395 Express Lanes are open from where the letes Justin Gaethje, Liz Carmouche, Neil Magny Family and MWR presents hot cocoa and dough- 95 Express Lanes leave off around Edsall Road and Stipe Miocic. The hour and a half UFC meet nuts free for the community. Starting at 7:30 and run up to the 14th Street Bridge in D.C. The and greet takes place at 1 p.m. in the Rosenthal a.m. and going until supplies run out, MWR will new reversible 395 Express Lanes will replace the Theater Dec. 5. Following the Q&A session, UFC hand out a cup of hot chocolate and a doughnut existing HOV lanes. Tolling will commence except athletes will be available for photos. The event is to everyone who stops by the Family and MWR for vehicles with three or more occupants with an open to all ID cardholders. holiday tent located at the Fort Myer Memorial E-ZPass® Flex. Please note the following changes Flu clinics are back Chapel parking lot. There will be holiday music, to the traffic configuration at Eads Street and S. Rader Clinic has announced that they have doughnuts, hot chocolate and a giant inflatable Rotary Road intersection, as well as the 395 Ex- received new shipments of the flu shot. The clinic Santa. press Lanes entrance and exit ramps to/from the has the adult and pediatric influenza vaccine. The Operation Santa basketball tournament Pentagon: clinic, however, will not be offering the 65 and The Operation Santa basketball tournament Eads Street: There are four new traffic signals older dose or flu mist this season. will be held Dec. 9 through 12. The tournament on Eads Street near the 395 Express Lanes inter- The clinics are for service members, retir- is open to the first six men’s basketball teams to change to control traffic flow. ees, beneficiaries and DOD civilians. For more register and pay. The registration deadline is Tues- AM traffic patterns: To access the Pentagon information, call the Rader Clinic Flu Hotline at day. Cost is $260 per team and each participant is from the northbound 395 Express Lanes, drivers (703) 696-2994. required to bring an unwrapped toy to donate to should stay left to access the Pentagon-only exit Those veterans in need of the 65 and older dose the Army Community Services Holiday Toy Drive. ramp on the left. Follow the signal at the end of are welcomed by the VA. The flu shot clinic in the New from JBM-HH the exit ramp to turn left onto Eads Street to go to D.C. VA Medical Center Atrium, 50 Irving St., Community Activity Center the Pentagon. NW Washington, D.C., is open Monday through Looking for tickets to local attractions in D.C.? To access Pentagon City/Crystal City from the Friday from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. Veterans will The JBM-HH Community Activity Center has northbound 395 Express Lanes, drivers should need to bring their VA identification card. Mili- tickets to many of these and invites individuals to stay right to access the Pentagon City-only exit tary personnel can bring their DOD ID and just compare prices. Included are tickets for the Kings ramp on the right. Take a right turn onto Eads let their team know that they are with Joint Base Dominion Winterfest celebration through Jan. 1. Street and proceed to Army Navy Drive. Myer-Henderson Hall. Individuals should let the Individuals can avoid the long lines at the movie PM traffic patterns: From Pentagon South clinic know if they require paper documentation theater and purchase their discounted movie tick- Parking, drivers will either travel eastbound on of those military personnel who receive the vacci- ets for AMC and Regal Cinemas. S. Rotary Road (two right lanes) to access south- nation. With the holidays just around the corner, the bound 395 Express Lanes or travel southbound As part of VA’s Community Care program, JBM-HH Community Activity Center will be on Eads Street to access southbound 395 Express veterans who are enrolled in VA health care can taking its annual trip to New York City Saturday. Lanes. receive a free flu shot at any Walgreens. No ap- A charter bus will fill up fast, so individuals should Drivers coming from Pentagon City/Crystal City pointment is necessary, but veterans will need to get their tickets early. can now access southbound 395 Express Lanes show their VA identification card and one other Fort Myer Thrift Shop holiday schedule via Army Navy Drive and Eads Street and taking a form of photo identification. More information The Fort Myer Thrift Shop hours of operation are left on the entrance ramp. can be obtained at https://www.va.gov/COMMU- Tuesday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 2:30 Parking: There is no change in parking lot ac- NITYCARE/programs/veterans/immunization. p.m. During the 2019 holiday season the shop will cess in Pentagon South Parking. asp?fbclid=IwAR0GOzS3DGIIKHr-BUtO7e- also open Dec. 7 and 14. The shop will be closed Slug stations: Normal slug operations will vD7mF2pttvjvgOvsSuXTCJTz0-g8LU5zqND- Thanksgiving week. For the December holiday continue. Vehicles will continue to use the current gU. season, the store will close Dec. 18 through Jan. 2, entrance at Eads Street and North Rotary Road to Fort McNair, Henderson Hall gate impacts reopening under normal hours Jan 4. enter and exit the Pork Chop. Henderson Hall’s Gate 1 will close for securi- ‘President’s Own’ performing Dec. 14 For more information on the 395 Express Lanes ty improvements Tuesday and Dec. 6. On these The Marine Corps Heritage Foundation will Project, please visit https://www.expresslanes. days, drivers may enter and exit Henderson Hall present a special, after-hours, free concert Dec. com/395. through Gate 3. This change may cause some 14, at the National Museum of the Marine Corps, For information about transportation options traffic-related delays. Please plan accordingly. 18900 Jefferson Davis Highway, Triangle, Virginia, at the Pentagon, please contact the WHS TMPO Any weather-related updates to the scheduled featuring “The Presidents Own” United States at whs.pentagon.fsd.mbx.dod-shuttle-bus@mail. construction will be posted on the Joint Base Marine Band as they fill the Leatherneck Gal- mil or call (571) 372-7124. To sign up for the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/jb- lery with the sounds of the season. The holiday WHS TMPO alerts and advisories distribution mhh/ and Twitter at https://twitter.com/JBMHH. concert will also feature a carol sing along. “The list, please send an email request to whs.pentagon. Thanksgiving feast buffet President’s Own” was founded in 1798, and is [email protected]. WHS TMPO at Patton Hall Koran Room America’s oldest continuously active professional will also post updates on their Facebook page at On Thursday, Patton Hall will be hosting the musical organization, performing for high profile www.facebook.com/WHSTransportation, Twitter annual Thanksgiving feast buffet. Seating times for events, ceremonies and receptions of national page at www.twitter.com/WHS_Transport and the the Koran Room are 11 a.m., 1 and 3 p.m. The significance. WHS Transportation website at https://my.whs. pricing for adults is $33 (member), $38 (non- American holiday festival mil/services/transportation-management-program. member), children (6-12) $16, children under 5 The annual kickoff concert for the Washington, For parking questions, please contact the WHS dine for free. D.C., holiday season begins with performances by Parking Management Office at whs.pentagon.fsd. Fife and Drum Room the musicians of The U.S. Army Band “Pershing’s [email protected] or call (703) 614- On Thursday a Thanksgiving buffet will be Own,” will be presented at DAR Constitution Hall 7271. served from noon to 3 p.m. The pricing for adults Dec. 6 through 8. An annual tradition, the concert Middle, high school information nights is $28 (member), $33 (nonmember), children (6- features The U.S. Army Orchestra, Herald Trum- Families who missed the middle and high school 12) $14, children under 5 dine for free. Walk ins pets, and Army Band vocalists. The concert will information nights hosted by Arlington Public are most welcome on a space available basis. be held the following dates and times: Dec. 6 at 8 Schools at Washington-Liberty High School can For more information about the Thanksgiving p.m.; Dec. 7 at 3 p.m.; Dec. 7 at 8 p.m. and Dec. 8 Feast at Patton Hall, call (703) 524-3037. at 3 p.m. see NEWS NOTES page 12

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SoMD Classifieds House & Apartment Finder SoMD Classifieds CALL 1-301-645-0900 List it or Find it 12 Thursday, November 28, 2019 PENTAGRAM News Notes NOTES 30, another change is added on the half hour and Automated installation entry changes from page 11 the cemetery closing time moves from 5 to 7 p.m. The newest iteration of the automated installa- Fooda at Exchange tion entry system is currently being installed at Fooda is now open at the Fort Myer food court. Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall. AIE is the Ar- view the recording of the events at www.apsva.us/ The new food service provider is open Monday my’s electronic physical access control system that post/join-us-for-middle-high-school-information- through Friday from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Food increases security for Soldiers, Family members, nights/. Tune in to find out about programs, op- selection will vary daily. Check out the menu daily Department of Defense civilian workforce, mili- tion and transfer application deadlines and more. at fooda.com/aafes-jbmyer. tary retirees, contractor employees and visitors by The Options and Transfers Policy (J-5.3.31), Car wash closed until further notice electronically vetting and validating an individual states, “Every student is guaranteed admission to The Henderson Hall car wash has announced at JBM-HH gates. The latest AIE brings capabili- the elementary, middle, and high school serving that it will not be reopening in the foreseeable fu- ties to ease visitor access. The website for the new the attendance area in which the student reside.” ture. The infrastructure was found to need adjust- passes is https://pass.aie.army.mil/jbmhh/.The new The boundaries for students who live on Fort ments that must happen before the car wash can capabilities will allow for visitors to obtain instal- Myer continue to include Fleet Elementary be opened. Updates will be posted as they become lation access via a web-registration or at a kiosk School, Jefferson Middle School and Washing- available. in the JBM-HH Visitor Center. It can also vet and ton-Liberty High School. Families using the child Made-to-order-pasta register visitors at designated lanes at the gate. The development center should explore their options Individuals can enjoy lunch made by the chef installation of the AIE upgrade is ongoing and will at the information nights. and featuring a person’s favorite toppings. Served go live early May. The fielding does not affect nor- Federal benefits open season every Monday in the Old Guard Lounge from 11 mal traffic flow, but drivers should be aware that The 2019 federal benefits open season for the a.m. to 2 p.m. personnel will be at the entrance gates. Federal Employees Health Benefits Program, the Rock ‘n’ roll night Housing assistance, environmental health Federal Flexible Spending Account Program, Rock ‘n’ roll night is every first Saturday of the registry information and the Federal Employees Dental and Vision month. Doors open at 6 p.m., with music and If individuals are residents at Joint Base My- Insurance Program through Dec. 9. The Federal dancing from 7 to 11 p.m. An a la carte menu and er-Henderson Hall, there are two numbers they Employees’ Group Life Insurance Program and cash bar will be available. can call for 24/7 housing assistance. One is a 24/7 the Federal Long Term Care Insurance Program Seafood dinner buffet work order call center and the other is a housing do not participate in the annual federal benefits The seafood dinner buffet is the last Friday of 24/7 hotline. open season. To review the listing of significant the month in the Fife and Drum Dining Room. If individuals live in Army Family Housing on plan changes on the ABC-C Website visit https:// Doors open at 6 p.m. Cost is $30.95 for member Forts McNair or Myer and have work orders portal.chra.army.mil/abc?id=kb_article&kb_num- and $35.95 for nonmembers. for their housing, please call the Joint Base My- ber=KB0010717. Karaoke night er-Henderson Hall Army Family Housing contrac- 2019 Holiday Toy Program Karaoke night is every first Friday of the month tor 24/7 call center at (703) 696-2923. The JBM-HH Army Community Service Volun- in the Old Guard Lounge, located on the lower If individuals have any unresolved housing issues teer Association, a command-sanctioned non-Fed- level of Patton Hall. Karaoke happens from 6 to to bring to the attention of the JBM-HH com- eral entity, will sponsor its 2019 Holiday Toy Pro- 10 p.m. mand leadership and the Army Family Housing gram in conjunction with the Fort Myer Chapel All-you-can-eat buffet lunch Office, please call the housing 24/7 hotline at Holiday Commissary gift card program. An all-you-can-eat buffet is served Tuesday (703) 965-6050. Those who wish to donate to the toy program through Friday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Fife Additionally, The U.S. Army Medical Command are encouraged to bring new unwrapped toys and Drum Room. Cost for members is $11 and is establishing a Housing Environmental Health and/or $25 store gift cards to Fort Myer Army $15 for nonmembers. Response Registry to address health or safety Community Services, 202 Custer Rd, Bldg. 201, Sunday brunch concerns of current or former Army housing res- Fort Myer, VA 22211, through Dec. 6, from 7:30 Sunday brunch is served every Sunday from idents. The 24-hour registry will allow the Army a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday to Friday except holidays. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Fife and Drum Dining Public Health Center to provide current or former During toy distribution week, command referred Room. residents information on environmental health service members, or their spouses will select toys Cost for members is $23, $28 for nonmembers, hazards, assist them in seeking medical care for for their children, newborn to 12 years and $25 $10.95 for children (6-12) and children 6 years any housing related illnesses or concerns and serve gift cards for children 14-17 years. old and younger dine free. as a two-way exchange of information. Call the For additional information, contact Marcia Leisure Travel Service Office hours registry at (800) 984-8523 to enroll. O’Connor, ACS Volunteer Association vice-presi- The Leisure Travel Service Office hours of oper- Toastmasters improves listening, thinking dent, by email at [email protected] or ACS ation are as follows: Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. Toastmasters is available for individuals who Central Intake, (703) 696-3510. to 5 p.m. Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and want to improve their public speaking, thinking, Jump Mentor program closed Sundays and holidays. listening and leading. Helmsmen Toastmasters Service members are invited to become a men- Join retiree council holds weekly meetings every Thursday at 7:30 tor to an elementary or middle school student. Retirees are welcome to become JBM-HH’s a.m. at the Pentagon, PLC2, just outside north Volunteers are needed two to four hours per Retiree Council members. The executive com- parking entrance. month from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Opportunities are mittee of the retiree council meets quarterly the For more information, contact Carl Sabath at available at Leckie Education Campus and Hart first Thursday in the months of February, May, (703) 695-2804 or by email at carl.e.sabath.civ@ Middle School, each located within five minutes of August and November. General membership mail.mil. Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling. meetings occur quarterly on the second Thurs- Employee Assistance Program For more information, contact JBM-HH school day of the above months. The council is an at Fort Belvoir liaison officer Amy Fishman at (703) 693-8378 or opportunity for individuals to have their voice Employee Assistance Program services for JBM- by email at amy.fishman.usmc-mccs.org. heard and to improve the retired military com- HH are currently being provided by Fort Belvoir. Arlington National Cemetery munity. For more information, call or email Lin- For EAP services, please contact Dr. Jorge Gran- hours of operation change da Hocking at (703) 696-5948, Linda.r.hocking. dela at (703) 805-5588 or Doryan Dixon (alter- Arlington National Cemetery hours of operation [email protected] or at usarmy.jbmhh.asa.mbx. nate) at (703) 805-1083 until further notice. have changed to close two hours earlier each day. [email protected]. Auto shop hours The cemetery will be open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Capitol Deli The JBM-HH Auto Skills Shop will be open through the end of March. Changing of the Guard Capitol Deli, in the MCCS on Henderson Hall, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 4 to 8 p.m., Fri- ceremonies will be held on the hour, every hour. now sells deli meats and cheeses by the pound. days from 1 to 8 p.m. and weekends from 10 a.m. The guard is changed every hour on the hour Hours are Mondays through Fridays from 7:30 to 5 p.m. The shop is closed Mondays, Tuesdays through March 31. From April 1 through Sept. a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and holidays.