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This newspaper is an Authorized Publication for members of the BULK RATE U. S. POSW5E Louisiana National Guard. Contents of the Louisiana Guardsman are PAID not necessarily the official views of, endorsed by, the U.S. Government, Permit No. G 5 Dept. of Defense, Dept. of the Army, or the Louisiana National Guard. Arabi. La. Page 2 LOUISIANA GUARDSMAN NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 1989 Q. Once I am commissioned, can I Everything You Ever Wanted apply for active duty? A. Yes, provided the Army is accep- Student To Know About OCS (But you ting reserve officers. Q. What effect will OCS attendance Loan didn't know who to ask) have on my educational benefits? A. The only educational benefits af- Repayment By MAJ DAVID STOLTZ Q. How much time is necessary for fected by attendance at OCS are study? the bonus and Student Loan Program Recruiting efforts are undenvay for A. Officer candidates must be Repayment Program. Once you the Louisiana Military Academy, Of- prepared for examinations almost receive your commission, you will The Student Loan Repayment Pro- ficer Candidiate School Class 31 which every weekend training period. not receive any future bonus gram (SLRPt must be selected at the will begin at Camp Beauregard in The academy staff will assist in payments or payments on your stu- time the soldier enlists, reenlists, im- June 1990. Over seventy applications preparing you for these exams by dent loan. If you are attending mediately reenlists, or extern**; in the have been processed, and it is expected conducting study halls, but you OCS, you will receive that pay- Selected Reserve of the Army, and that 120 will be in prior to June. must spend personal time prepar- ment. You will continue to qualif- signs a Selected Reserve contractual Members of the Louisiana Army Na- ing prior to arrival. Many can- ly for participation in the State agreement. tional Guard who are interested in at- didates who have completed OCS Tuition Exemption Program and This incentive is to assist the soldier tending Class 31 should read on to did so while attending college full Montgomery GI Bill. in the repayment of their student answer some questions they may have time and working full or part time. loans. The soldier must understand about the program. You must plan to study. QUALIFICATIONS that it is his responsibility to acquire the student loan. The Government has 0- Why should I consider OCS? Q. How difficult is the course? 1. Age -The minimum age for ap- no part in acquiring the student loan A. This question is asked by many of A. The OCS program is physically plications to OCS is 18. You must for the soldier the OCS prospects contacted by the and mentally demanding. If it was be commissioned prior to age 30. The following loans qualify for repay Officer Procurement Section. easy, everyone would attend. Fifty In some cases a waiver can be ment. However, these loans must have There are many advantages to percent of those accepted into OCS granted to age 32 1/2. been acquired after 1 October 1975: seeking a commission in the Loui- do not complete the program. You siana Army National Guard, but must be prepared both mentally 2. Education - You must have a "Guaranteed Student Loans (GSL) the old familiar answer is dollars and physically for the rigors of the high school diploma or GED and "Federal Insured Student Loans and cents. A SPC with 4 years ser- program. 30 semester college hours for IFISL) vice is paid $136.84 for a weekend enrollment. Additionally, you must "National Direct Student Loans drill. A 2LT would receive $224.60 have 60 college hours prior to (NDSL) or Perkins Loans for the same weekend. As an of- graduation in August 1991. "Auxiliary Loans to Assist Students ficer through promotions you can (ALAS) retire at age 60 with a fine income. Title 10 Tours 3. Aptitude • Applicants must score "Supplemental Loans to Students Add to the pay a nice addition on 110 or higher on the GT portion of your resume which indicates that the ASVAB and 90 or above on the "Parent Loan for Undergraduate you have received training in Officer Selection Test. Students (PLUS* leadership, and many civilian careers can await you. Available 4. Military Education • Applicants Personal loans for educational pur- must have successfully completed poses will NOT be paid b> Uic Q. What will my rank be while atten- Louisiana presently is in need of a BT and AIT Government. ding State OCS? qualified captain or major to fill a posi- The solider must understand that it A. Once you are accepted in OCS you tion as Assistant Professor of Military 5. Citizenship • Applicants must be is his responsibility to make payments are promoted to the grade of E-6 Science at Northeast Louisiana a citizen of the United States. on the student loans if the lender iv for pay purposes. If you are above University in Monroe. Additionally two quests the payments. The Government the grade of E-6 upon acceptance, positions will open next summer at Q. What steps should I take to apply is only assisting the solider in repay- you will be paid at that rate. If you Southeastern in Hammond and for Class 31? ing the loan. The Government is NOT leave OCS you will return to your McNeese in Lake Charles. Officers be- A. First you should conduct a review responsible for the soliders payments. previous grade. ing accepted into the program are plac- of your 201 file to insure that you If any solider enlisted, reenlisted, im- ed on Title 10 Active Duty Tours. The achieved a qualifying score on the mediately reenlisted or extended for Q. Do I have to make drill with my tours are for three years with the GT portion of the ASVAB. If you the SLRP, he must make sure he fur- unit while in OCS? possibility of extension to four years. have not taken the Officer Selec- nishes a clear copy of each promissory A. No. Once you are accepted into Follow on tours are available outside tion test, you should contact MAJ note to the unit. If the soldier does not OCS you attend drill one weekend ROTC channels. Stoltz at (504)278-6393 or 1LT inform the unit that he has a student per month at Camp Beauregard. The National Guard APMS Program Migues at (3181233-3991 or call loan, payments cannot.be made on the Additionally, you are not required was developed to give the Guard in- 1-800442-2751. You should also set loan. to attend Annual Training with volvement in officer production. A up an interview with your For more information about the your unit. You will attend two An- large portion of newly commissioned of commander. SLRP, call your unit. They will be able nual Training periods with OCS. ficers in the Louisiana Army National DONT WAIT. DO IT TODAY!!!! to answer your questions. The first will be 4-18 August 1990 Guard come from the ROTC and hav- and the second in the summer of ing a Guardsman at ih • university 1991. Commissioning will occur in allows the State to coordinate assign- FRONT COVER: August 1991. ment and commission processing The 2223rd Engr Bn and the 935th Engr Det participated in a MOUT LTC C.L. Web, National Guard Ad- Training Exercise in Alexandria. See Story on pages 6 and 7 (2223rd Photo) Q. What type of commission will I visor at 3rd ROTC Region recently receive? visited Louisiana. He stated that the A. Federal law requires that all com NG APMS tours are available at other missions lx' federally recongnized. 3rd Region schools outside Louisiana. This newspaper is an authorized" This means that the commission The 3rd Region covers most of the publication for members of the Ix>ui- you receive at LAARNG OCS is southeast United States and Puerto siana Army and Air National Guard. the same commission awarded KICM. Qualifications for appointment in- Contents of the Louisiana Guardsman through attendance at Federal clude a Baccalaureate Degree from an Louisiana Guardsman are not necessarily the official views, or OCS and ROTC. (some ROTC accredited university with a 2.5 Grade The Adjutant General, La. Army endorsed by, the US. Government, graduates are awarded RA Point Average, captain or major, with and Air National Guard Department of Defense, Department of commission i. advance course completed, good M j| Gen. Anset M Stroud. Jr the Army, or the Louisiana National Guard. physical condition and appearance, four Chief of Staff 0- Do I need a baccalaureate degree years experience in the Guard, and Col. Jjmet K Cortey Original articles pertaining to Loui- to enroll in OCS? more than five years remaining before siana National Guard units or in- A. No. Thirty college hours are re- Public Affairs Officer dividuals that would be of interest to the achieving 20 years active service 1LT Maru I Jonhers quired to start Class 31 and sixty Interested members of the Louisiana Guard community may be submitted to: hours for commissioning. Addi- Army National Guard should contact La. National Guard. Office of the AG, t ionally, you must receive a 4 year MAJ Stoltz at (504) 278-6393 or the LANG-PAO (2LT Jonkers). Jackson baccalaureate degree prior to pro- Director of Manpower Management at Barracks, New Orleans, La. 701464)330. motion to Major (5041 278-6344. LOUISIANA GUARDSMAN NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 1989 Page 3 LAARNG GOALS ARNG Superior Unit 1990 Award Criteria I. COMMAND EMPHASIS AT VIII. SUPPORT PROGRAMS TO EX- 1. MAINTAIN AVERAGE STRENGTH EVERY LEVEL TO REDUCE AC- PAND AND IMPROVE JACK- OF 95 PERCENT OF AUTHOR CIDENT RATE. SON BARRACKS MILITARY IZED. II. ACHIEVE NINETY TWO PER- MUSEUM. 2. NINETY PERCENT OF AS- CENT OF EQUIPMENT READ- IX. ALL PERSONNEL MEET EDU- SIGNED STRENGTH MUST BE INESS CODE (ERC) "A" ITEMS CATIONAL REQUIREMENTS MOSQ. MISSION CAPABLE. FOR PROMOTION. 3. MAINTAIN 95 PERCENT ATTEN- III. CONDUCT, TO SPECIFIC X. MAINTAIN A NON-ETS LOSS DANCE DURING IDT. STANDARDS, 100 PERCENT RATE OF LESS THAN ONE 4. ATTENDANCE BY 95 PERCENT OF REQUIRED PROPERTY PERCENT. A 72 PERCENT EX- STRENGTH AT AT. INVENTORIES. TENSION RATE, AND AN AWOL 5. ATTAIN RATING OF T IN 90 IV. CONDUCT. TO SPECIFIC RATE OF LESS THAN TWO PERCENT OF RATED AREAS STANDARDS, 100 PERCENT PERCENT. DURING AT. MOBEX. XI. ATTAIN A MINIMUM OF 95 6. ACHIEVE "T", "P". OR "N" ON V. ATTAIN A RATING OF C-l IN PERCENT IDT ATTENDANCE. FORSCOM FORM 1R. TRAINING AND PERSONNEL XII. CONDUCT A COMPLETE AND 7. NINETY-FIVE PERCENT OF READINESS ON THE USR. ACCURATE LES REVIEW EACH ASSIGNED PERSONNEL MUST VI. ALL COMPANY LEVEL UNITS MONTH. BE QUALIFIED WITH ASSIGNED MEET PREREQUISITES FOR XIII. MAINTAIN A DRUG FREE WEAPON. THE SUPERIOR UNIT AWARD. LAARNG. 8. BE RECOMMENDED BY NEXT VII. IMPROVE APPEARANCE AND XIV. EACH UNIT IDENTIFY AND HIGHER COMMANDER. ENVIRONMENTAL CONDI- COMPLETE AT LEAST ONE AP- 9. OVERALL RATING OF SATIS- TIONS AND REDUCE ENERGY PROVED VOLUNTEER CIVIC FACTORY ON LAST CRI OR Cl. COSTS AT FACILITIES. PROJECT. 10. VERIFICATION BY STATE MAINTENANCE OFFICER OF EF- A SENSE OF DUTY FECTIVENESS OF UNIT'S MAINTENANCE PROGRAM. New IG Doesn't Play the Sears Receives ESGR Awards By TSGT Holly F. Lanoux Illinois. President of the N A nii-mU.T of tin- ^.Jfith C« initial Association of ihi I MG "I Gotcha" Game Communications Squadron in Ham Charlr< M. Kiefner is IJIH-I. By SPC Lucas Landreneau, Jr. mond presented a local merchant with ing, "Without employer support, it 241st PAD Staff an Kmployer Support of the Guard & would Ix? impossible in mar the Guard '•.'.arrl Mi--< Cindy Lovingood, with the half a million men and "I don't play the 'I gotcha game* with Roebuck & Co. located in women who fill its rank-. Employer the units" he said. Hammond Square Mall received this understanding of the Guard's mission "He". i> t'OL Mickey S Kvans the award. She was nominated by one of ins vital in ii>:uliiir— and to the new Louisiana National Guard Inspec- her emplmct'.-. Mi-.- IVnise W* provisions of sufficient training to pro- tor General. SMSGT Paul Lambert made the duct- combat ready un; presentation on behalf of Denise Wade, Kvans replaced COL James F. War- This Employer Support Award i- ren in August. Warren stepped down a former member of the 236th ( ' Wade was assigned to this unit 'hankiiu: from the Inspector General position Cmd> L^ivmgcxid for their valued sup after a three year term. while employed by Sears, and ha.- since port and understanding. The Inspector General's job includes transferred to another unit in O'Hura. inspecting a unit's training records as well as combat readiness, and then tak- ing the necessary action to correct any NGAUS Honors Louisianians deficiencies found. , at ion of the L'nii* "We don't just tell units they aren't \\t < \n~4'\ Stroud and Col. \ Arthur ArH-rcromhie wen- pre-» complying. Wr show them what their the National Guan 'ion of the Mr Kdwani lenthal. State problem is and how to corivct it", said l.'nited S' languished Service man. La Kmplnver Support of Kvans, a two tour Vietnam Veteran. Medal at the Association'- lllth the Guard and Ke^crvt- \\a- piVM-nieii In addition, the Inspector General ••al Conference recently held in the National Guai> .: ton of the also assists guardsmen who feel they IX-troit Michigan. L'nit, The Patrick Hem;, aren't getting the help they need from The Distinguished Servic< Medal lion during I he conlerence The Cita- their units. COL Mickey S. Evans, Louisiana Na- [mn-ide> it-cognition to individuals tion 'the civilian counterpart to the Evans says that his first year here who. as members of the Armed Forces NGAl'S Distinguished Service Medal' will mostly involve familiarization with tional Guard's New Inspector General (241st PAD Photo) 'Active. Guard. or provides recognition loan individual, how a Guard IG operates as opposed to jx-rformed exceptionally outstanding who. in a position of great responsibili- an active duty Hi. service to the United Stales Govern- ty distinguishes himself with on- which puts inspection requirements He has 23 years military experience ment, to the Armed Koixvs of the ding .service to the National Guard ami which include s three years as IG at the back in the hands of the commanders. t'nited States or to the National Guard to the National Guard A-—ociation. Pentagon and a three-and-a half-year This gives the IG office freedom to con- tour of Germany. Evans is also ex- centrate on special problems and their Caddo Parish Sheriff Receives perienced in aviation and field artillery causes. and was the Deputy Commanding Of- Kvans says he deals with a certain Employer Support Guard/Reserve Award ficer for 3rd Corps Artillery at Fort Sill. number of soldiers who have problems Recently the state and National members of a Guard m He^-i w L'nit. Oklahoma. that cannot be resolved on the unit Kmployer Support of the Guard • •nting the award to Sheriff "My predecessors have contributed a level. "We do our best to keep their -,e committee presented the Cad Hathaway \\.i- l's Congrttunan and great deal in establishing this office", names confidential," he said. du Parish's Department in Shrevejxnl member of the Armed Service commit Kvans stated, "and I would like to build "It's not my business to make policy", an award lor Sheriff Don Hathav.,i\"- tee Jim McCrery of the 4th Congres- on the programs they have started". he said. "The Adjutant General does Support of his Guard and Kt sional Di>trict. One example of such is called that. I just make sure those policies employees. Over HX* of his officers are Organization Inspection Program (OIP» and procedures are followed". Page 4 LOUISIANA GUARDSMAN NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 1989 Expansion Planned in 1991 For Jackson Barracks Military Museum By 1LT Maria L Jonkers State PAO The Louisiana Military History and State Weapons Museum located at Jackson Barracks was established in 1974 to preserve the rich heritage of the Louisiana National Guard. An ex- pansion to the museum is being planned for completion in 1991 to house artifacts from World War II and later The theme of the new museum an- nex will tie in with the 50th an niver- sary of the United State's entrance in- to World War II. The additional 6,000 square feet of the new annex, and the 4,000 square feet of the pentagon shaped theatre will cost approximately $350,000 to build. This money is being raised by the Friends of the Jackson Barracks Museum, a non-profit organization. The present museum was built in 1837 as the powder magazine for Jackson Barracks and the river forts. It appears in the National Register of Historical Buildings. The new museum annex will simulate the Artist's conception of New Museum Annei and Theatre. original red brick building. The theatre will be built to accomodate 80 Thus far the organization has rais- tion can be obtained from COL Fran- tion. It contains approximately 4,125 in dividuals. ed $54,000. There are different levels cis E. Thomas, Museum Curator, artifacts valued at 5 million dollars. The work will be accomplished by of membership available to include Autovon 485-8242, Commercial (504) An additional 200 artifacts are stored engineer units in an IDT status. It is individual, family and life-time 278-6242. in warehouses at Jackson Barracks slated for completion in October 1991, memberships. Information on The Louisiana National Guard and Camp Beauregard uwuitin^ the with a dedication ceremony schedul- membership and the Friends of the Museum is considered to be among completion of the new facility. ed for December 1991. Jackson Barracks Museum organiza- the best military museum in the na- Cp. Beauregard's Role in WWII to be commemorated By 1LT Maria L. Jonkers The celebration will also observe the vice with the placement of historical War II tanks and equipment will be on State PAO first flight in Army aviation history markers on site display. A ceremony will be held to which took place at Camp Beauregard Among the planned activities for the recognize the units which were ac- A World War II observance will be in August of 1940. weekend will be a flyover by the Air tivated or trained at Camp held at Camp Beauregard next October The activation of Camp Livingston National Guard's F-15 jets, and an Beauregard. World War 11 Medal of to commemorate the activation of the and Camp Claiborne will be aerial dogfight by the Confederate Air Honor winners will be invited to sjx-ak 3rd Armored Division and 5th Corps. memorialized by the U.& Forestry Ser- Force Antique cars, aircrails and World about their war exprru-iuvs. M-l Rollover Ceremony Held at Fort Polk By SPC Bernard Chaillot public present witnessed the high 256th Inf Bde PIO speed and manuverability of the bat- The 1st Bn, 156th Armor officially tle tank as it roared down the road and received the M-l Abrams tank from out of sight. The tank also General Dynamics in a roll-out demonstrated the ability of the main ceremony held at the Fort Polk MATES gun to remain on target as the tank in September. manuevers around on the demonstra- Congressmen James McCrery of the tion road. 4th Congressional District spoke at the Remarked LTC Ralph E. Stapleton, ceremony. 1st Battalion, 156th Infantry Com- "We are facing the opportunity to mander. "For a long-time the M-l reach parity with the Soviet Union," he tanks were a dream on the horizon. said. "I just returned from Russia tour- Now they are a reality. The M-60 was ing a military installation. I talked a good tank, a reliable tank-but it with Victor Karpon, their primary doesn't compare with the M-l." arms negotiator. We have won the arms The ceremony was followed by an race They can't afford it with their open house at the MATES facility. economy, and we don't want to continue MG Ansel M. Stroud, Jr. recalled the it. But the USSR knows that we are nation's entry into World War II. "Back more capable than they to do so if then, for tank training, our soliders necessary. We are going to be counting rode around in the back of trucks us- more and more on Army National ing broom sticks and such for guns and (in.ml and REservists as Armed Forces cannons. May that sort of thing never are cut worldwide" he said. happen again. As long as we have An M-1 Abrams Tank thrills the crowd Rollout ceremony held at the National An M-l Tank demonstration conclud state-of-the-art equipment such as the with its high speed and turret Guard MATES at Fort Polk in ed the ceremonies. The media and Abrams. hopefully, it never will." maneuverability during the M-l September. (256th Bde PIO photo) LOUISIANA GUARDSMAN NOVEMBER DECEMBER 1989 Page 5 Reflections on OCS Class No. 29 By Jan G. Washispack is renewed with a stronger resolve to "stand tall, prepare to lead, meet the "The requirements we have placed challenge to succeed". on you in OCS will go with you when Phase II, IDT MUTA's: Primary em- you return to your unit phasis during this period is placed on MG A.M. Stroud, Jr., TAG individual academic achievement, with continuing leadership development. OCS Class 29 focused intently on High standards of conduct and per- this graduation address and the impact sonal appearance require more than its message would have on their future some candidates are willing to give. as officers in the Louisiana National Others, who would continue, simply Guard. Collectively and individually, cannot meet the academic require- *they relived experiences leading to this ments. long awaited moment. Graduation The numbers continue to spiral from OCS, the goal of 101 applicants downward and each remaining can- Ito the Louisiana Military Academy didate will again question his/her OCS program in June of 1988, was no dedication to the success of the mission. longer an impossible dream for these "survivnrs". They were the 56 who com- Phase HI, Last Two Week Period: pleted the arduous course and would Reunited with their counterparts at become victorious in their quest for the Camp Mabry in Austin, the final phase gold bar. They were proud to be OCS begins. They will engage in of- Class 29. the largest graduating class fense/defense operations to include air- in LAMA history mobile assault, encounter new levels of OCS Candidates from LAARING OCS OCS Program Phase III The••• utilizKa Phase I. First Two week Period: The field leadership exercises and sharper Class 29 and TXARNG OCS Class 33 tion of the MILES made for a realistic Texa* Military Academy transported critical survival skills. Together they wait for the word to "FOLLOW ME" exercise. Hi students to Camp Beauivgard for will battle man and the elements to ME' during an offensive FTX in the joint AT with their I^ouisiana counter "Survive and Conquer" in the remote pails. This initial training phase is wilderness training areas of Camp National Guard) glides into a textbook respective acquired during the past ivpivsentative of difficulties they will Swift near Bastrnp (affectionately landing at England AFB and the 56 year. Others will mow forward in their encounter in the long year ahead. renamed "Camp Bull Nettle Jacket"'. ivturn triumphant. A job well done, respective units, but nil will exit the Exacting standards of personal ap- Day and night blur into one and still their caiit-r as officers in the Louisiana auditorium proudly with a shiny new pearance, maintaining appearance of the battle rages. Sniper fire interrupts National Guard now looms large on silver dollar ready for that first salute. quarters, development of command much-needed rest breaks, MRE's are the horizon and they are ready to meet "Any man's finest hour, his greatest voice, punctuality, drill and physical hastily consumed, the heat index con- the challenge. Some will return to the fulfillment to all he holds dear, is the training will lake a toll. OCS Class 29 tinues to soar and endurance is sever- Louisiana Military Academy -perhaps moment when he has worked his heart will see its numbers dwindle and only Iv tested. Medical support provided by to Teach, Advise and Counsel (TAO, out in a good cause and lies exhausted will complete this AT period. The fhe 159 MASH (LAARNG) New An opr-irHmiU to pass along to OCS on the field of battle victorious" Vmce thought ot "quilting" has crossed every Orleans is a comforting pix-sence. Class 30 some of the knowledge and mind, but each pci-sonal commitment The giant C130 (198 TAG Arkansas
"I am sorry to say that there is too much point to the wisecrack that life is extinct on other planets because Murphy's Law of their scientists were more advanced than ours." — John F. Kennedy Combat Operations You are not Superman Never share a foxhole with anyone Keep it simple stupid braver than you One Sentence Tells Automatic weapons aix>n't If your attack is going ivally well, it's Recoil less weapons • aren't an ambush The Whole Story Suppress!ve fire - won't No battle plan survives contact with Incoming fire has right of way the enemy BY OC Jon 0 Shannon details on paper, ensuring to dot the I's If the enemy is in range, so are you Your weapon wa- made l>> the li.\\i--i OCS Class #30 and ITOS< the Ts. Don't look conspicious, it draws fire bidder. Finally, it was time for turn-in and If it's stupid and it works, it ain't The enemy diversion you are ignor Effective writing is one of the most the 'lone star' put his pencil to his stupid ing will turn out to U the main attack important communication tools we paper and clearly and concisely inscrib When in doubt, empty your The only (lung more accurate than have If we are unable to clearly and ed a single sentence. Kveryone in rnaga/ine enemy incoming fire is friendly incom- concisely write what we mean, then eluding my step father laughed at the The easy way is always mined ing fire conf'usmn often arises. Question-- can man. and ugly comments were Try to look unimportant, they may When you have sovuivd an aiva. easily be avoided by thinking through w hispeivd loud enough for him to hear. be low on ammo don't foi-get to tell the enemy exactly what we want to write hefoiv He seemed unaffected. Professionals are predictable, it's the Make it tough enough for the enemy putting tin- pen to paper K very I inn- ef- A week went l>\e the priest posted amateurs that ait- dangerou* to get in. and you won't be able to gel fective writing is mentioned. I am (he scoit's. There was only one "A" in Teamwork is essential, it gives them out reminded r.tf an incident my *lep lather I he class. somebody else to shoot at A -ueking chest \\ound i> nature'- experienced during a religion class. The priest -tood at the podium with Never draw fnv, it iritates everyone way of telling you it is time in -lnw A pne-t went into givat detail on the an expivssion of accomplishment and around you down first miracle -li-sus performed, turning said. "Men. you may have noticed we Anything you do can get you shot, in- If you'll1 short on eu-r> thing but the water into wine. Afterward he in- have only one "A" in the class. Your cluding doing nothing enemy, you'iv in a combat /one structed the students to write in their papers wen- wiy well detailed and No combat ready unit ever passed The enemy invariably attack- on on own woi-ds what had happened. All the technical ,iUnit the party and tin- inspection ly two occasion*, when xmi'iv ready students except one weiv busy writing Kings, but we had one outstanding No inspection ready unit ever passed and when voifiv not pages and pages on the miracle, paper, and may 1 add. the In-st analysis combat analyzing it from even- angle they of this story that I have ever read. Kyes could think of. The exception sat quiet weiv darting, palms weiv In-ginning to ly in deep concentration. The general sweat and whispers came until the consensus was that he had writer's priest said. "The sentence w-i>. '(MK! block. The only sound that could he- looked upon the waters, and they heard were pencils scratching the blushed." Page 6 LOUISIANA GUARDSMAN NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 1989 Not All Wars Are Fought In Jungles By SPC Rhonda S. Williams 2223rd Engineer Battalion
One guardsmen was killed and three injured Monday when a terrorist in an unidentified truck broke through the perimeter of the 2223d Engineer Bat- talion of Baton Rouge and the 935th Engineer Detachment of Pineville while on maneuvers in Alexandria... Eight hostile rioters busted through the first gate of the "Sally Port" Nuclear Armed Facility to protest the plant's existence. The 39th Military Police Company of New Orleans forcefully arrested the protestors.. . An unidentified jeep crashed through the entrance of the 2223d Engr. Bn. perimeter killing one guardsman. The two terrorist driving the vehicle were taken hostage by the headquarters detachments. . . Such stories would have flooded the papers if the training events of the 2223d Engineer Battalion and subor- dinate units had been real life situa- tions during their two weeks of annual training last summer. The five units of the battalion were dispersed within a 100-mile radius around the Alexandria, La., area for this year's annual training. Each was Rear Area Protection Teams (RAP) rush to assigned fighting positions to secure the area after an enemy attack during mobilized to at least two separate ur- the MOUT Training Exercise conducted by the 2223rd Engineer Battalion and the 935th Engineer Detachment in Alexandria. ban locations during the two weeks. The troops lived in abandoned schools, churches and other buildings. Sand According to SSG Ardie R. Roberts, dreaded chore rather than a refreshed dalism in flooded vacated homes. But bags reinforced the walls, and windows the ADC leader of the 935th Engineer break in the day's activities. Boards while on duty, Breaux spotted two men. were boarded with only port holes left Detachment, this is the first time the were laid to path a drier trail for the one about 23 years old and the other to view the area. engineer detachment trained with troops to walk on to the drenched tent in his 60s, holding onto small trees in "When most people think of war, special reaction teams. "Now we'd housing their hot meals. \fet as the rain the flooded waters of the river. The they think of jungles and woods," ex- know how to react to a fire, explosion kept pouring, the boards became guardsmen and a local sheriff at plained SSG Stephanie A. March or any hazard that would arise," he floating objects in a pond of misery. tempted to rescue the stranded men, iafava, the battalion Nuclear- said. At first appearing as an obstacle in but the waters were too deep and swift. Biological Chemical Operations Non- Working together, the two teams the training schedule, the harsh Having no rope to reach, Breaux and commissioned Officer. "But not all repelled the attacks and prevented at- weather conditions proved to be a train Henry called for help. Local authorities wars are fought in jungles; Many are tackers from entering the command ing tool. Three of the battalion's units were able to rescue the two men a few fought in cities." According to March- post. Operations continued inside the were activated to help control the hours later. iafava. one of the battalion's wartime TOC (Tactical Operations Center) in flooding around the Alexandria, Winn- "This has been the most informative missions is to conduct operations in an the midst of artillery and NBC attack. field and Oakdale areas. and realistic camp out of the 16 I've at- urban environment. Each morning the soldiers woke to The 2228th Engineer Company (DT) tended," said SSG Adrie R. Roberts, of While at the MOUT (Military Opera- NBC threats, requiring troops to per- assisted the Winnfield Police Jury in the 935th Engineer Detachment. "I tions in Urbanized Terrain) sites, the form daily operations in MOPP (Mis- opening flooded roads of the town by hope we continue this kind of training units selected soldiers for their ADC sion Oriented Protected Posture) suits dumping white rock on washed out throughout the year." < Area Damage Control) and RAP (Rear and protective masks. Some days, the rural roads, said SFC Fortunate P According to ILT Wayne Edelen, the Area Protection) teams. soldiers worked under threats levels Fanara, the unit's acting first sergeant. battalion Intelligence Officer, the bat- Acting as the aggressor force, the that required them to wear the entire Rather than dump rock on the Utlion's ability to communicate was 239th MP Co. of Baton Rouge attack MOPP uniform * including the blouse, streets, the 935th Engr. Det. was almost picture perfect. "We had a ed its sister units unexpectedly and trousers, glows, boots, and hood) for tasked to pump water out of a flooded significant increase in our ability to spontaneously throughout the training several hours, street in Alexandria. According to provide command and control for our exercise. They crashed through their "They're starting to use a little more Roberts, the unit had never done subordinate units in technical exper- "enemies" perimeters with roaring hands-on task now rather than keep- anything like this before. tise and guidance." HMMWV's mounted with M-60 ing us out in the field," said SPC Ed- "The mission ran like clockwork for "This is the first year we've trained machine guns. Simulated fires were ig- die J. Laine, a military policeman of approximately 36 hours after I rebuilt ADC and RAP teams," explained nited and pyrotechnics were exploded. the 39th MP Co. Laine believes this the pumps and got them working," said Edelen. "and we've learned how to Quick to react, the RAP teams rushed hands on training is more effective and Roberts of the 935th Engr. (Det). Dur react to several realistic events. During to the scene, each solider to his practical than reading instructions out ing the entire project, rain continued 1990, special reaction teams will be a assigned fighting position. With M-16s of a book. "I think this kind of train- to fall. Standing all of five feel six major area of training." loaded and ammo pouches packed, the ing will better prepare us for the kind inches, Roberts claimed the water was The battalion operations \CO, SFC teams responded to enemy fire, cap- of situations we may have to face in up U> his knees. James R. Davis, said that NBC is tured prisoners, and secured the unit's war." It seemed as the rain and pressure another training focus for the 1990 area once again. In spite of the surprise attacks and came down, the floods and morale went training year. "Another area that needs At the same time, fires had to be wargames fought between the units, up. "The hard work boosted morale," improvement is our readiness so we quenched. The injured had to be the real battle was against the weather said Roberts, "and everyone wanted to can be mobilized in 72 hours." added evacuated from burning buildings and and the living conditions. After several help each other." Davis. assisted for medical aid. Then damaged days of constant rainfall, the troops Helping others is exactly what SPC To improve in these a*reas, the unit areas had to be hastily reconstructed found themselves wading through David J. Breaux and PFC Charles plans to continue MOUT training so that operations could continue. water and mud reaching the tops of Henry, both MPs with the 239th MP throughout the year emphasizing rear These activities and duties were ac- their boots. For the 935th and the Co., did when activated on a flood con- battle operations, NBC and area complished by soliders training on the headquarters detachment, walking trol mission in Oakdale. The military damage control, said Davis. "That i> ADC teams. out to the food service tent became a policemen were tasked to prevent van- our battle focus," LOUISIANA GUARDSMAN NOVEMBER DECEMBER 1989 Page 7 Soldiers Train With Civilian Firefighters BRwy Kevikouin FDt . Pnui^Cowan ^^ 2223d Engr Bn
The bright red fire-truck came to an abrupt halt at the intersection of the streets that we were occupying. Two firemen leaped from their places on the truck and began to connect their hoses from the truck to the hydrant. Another was unrolling the hoses that were be- ing pulled by the two other firefighters. The hose from the hydrant to the truck swelled as the water rushed towards the fire engine. A nod from the fireman manning the hose signaled for the water to be turned on. As the valve was turned, the water was expelled from the truck through the hose snakeing its way through the curves. The water paused momentarily at a kink until the pressure forced the hose to jump, allow- ing the water to continue its trek towards its destination, blazing thirsty flames ticking a demolished car as if it were a melting ice cream cone on a hot summer day. But the wrecked car wasn't a wreck- ed car, and the fire wasn't a fire. It was all a part of a joint civilian/military liaison team training to combat ter- rorist or enemy actkm> The scenario called for a terrorist to drive his vehicle through the barricad- ed perimeter and set off the car bomb into the side of one of our occupied -s •. -; buildings. Guardsmen and members of the Alex- Alexandria. Nearly 1200 troops and an area near Ptneville (2O4th ASG The initial exercise was done without andria Fire Department battle a mock 450 vehicles were mobilized from photo) preparation to see how our teams blaze during a MOUT exercise held in home station and marshalled through would react. Following the exercise, an (.-valuator pointed out mistakes and injured, and some to estimate damage. one of the hoses. "I was scared to death in a body bag and removed from the explained better ways to approach the The teamwork between the guard- when I was holding that hose I wasn't area. Then the casualty had to be situation. After some instruction and smeii and firefighters helped to control suix- what to da" identified and a casually feeder report planning, we were released to our fatigue. When the firman on the noz- Meanwhile, there were "casualties" had to be filled our with name. rank, regular duties and told we would have zle of the hose got tired, he decreased inside the building. The medical team social security number, military oc- another exercise to use what was learn- the flow of water from the hose to had to be quick and calm to handle the cupational specialty, etc It was then ed from the mistakes that were made maintain control of it. He would then situation. Pulse and breathing were turned in to the administration section previously. signal for the line to move up and the checked on all victims. Those still alive for record purposes and notification of A red smoke grenade was used to next person take the nozzle. He would were attended to first. Injuries had to next of kin. simulate the fire. Once again shouts then coach the guardsman on how to be identified and treated. Bleeding had This type of training had gotten the and screams of "FIRE!" were heard adjust pressure to control the hose. He to be stopped Pressure dressings were soliders more interested and involved throughout the training site. A wailing also coached the second person in line applied. Once under control, the vic- with training, boosted morale, and scream from the fire engine signaled on how to move the hose back and forth tims had to be moved from the imme- caused a better sense of1 working that they were ready. The reaction to help the sprayer maintain control diate vicinity and transported to a together for the units. SSG Joycelyn R. team raced for their positions in the and aim of the water. medical unit. Ward of the 2223d, said "We should overall plan of attack. Some were to ex- That coaching and training ^a* very After the injured had been taken train like this more often. This is more tinguish the fire, some to act as a important. SGT Amy L. Elrod with the care of, the "killed in action" were like what we'd be doing. It's more security defense team, some to aid the 222-'kl ENGR BN was at the nozzle of attended to. The casualty was placed realistic." 769th Engineers Undergo Challenging AT By CPT Ronald M. Edwards site, the entire battalion underwent LTC William R. Hilborn, Com- MAJ Dave Ranney, battalion opera- Info Officer. HQ, 769th Engr Bn evaluation and certification on Phases mander of the 769th Engineer Bat- tions officer, commented that the III and IV of the RCUCH mobilization talion, said, "this annual training period afforded the engineers with the task and standards. This was a require- period was quite a bit different from opportunity to execute all of the plan- Soliders of the 769th Engineer Bat- ment that tied in with the unit's those of past years. For one thing, the ning and training accomplished during talion, Combat Heavy, completed one earlier evaluation and certification in entire annual training period was con- the training year. It provided a very of their most challenging, as well as January on the Phase I and II ducted in a MOUT configuration as op- realistic scenario that closely approx- rewarding Annual Training periods. mobilization task. The second week of posed to half the period in a tactical imated the "CAPSTONE" wartime en- This year's Annual Training was annual training, the HHC and A Com- field environment and half in a MOUT vironment and missions. The train up scheduled with the Headquarters and pany conducted a tactical convoy from garrison environment. In addition, 24 period leading up to annual training Headquarters Company, Companies A. Camp Beauregard to Hot Wells, Loui- hour continuous operations throughout was an extremely ambitious and C and D, during their first week, siana. There they occupied and fortified the annual training period was the demanding one. The battalion's solidei^ located at Camp Beauregard. Company the buildings and grounds of the old standard." The battalion also planned and equipment were taxed uulu- max- B, was split between four separate CAP, state health resort and continued with and executed a very detailed and ag- imum by the number and type of (Community Action Project! sites in their MOUT (Military Operations on gressive Opposing Forces tOPFOR' engineer missions undertaken. This southeast Louisiana. Urban Terrain) operations and program that lent much realism to the Prior to deployment to the training training. training. continued on page 10 Page 8 LOUISIANA GUARDSMAN NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 1989 CHANGES IN THE U Broussard Takes Over Cajun Battalion
By SPC Bernard Chaillot brigade and the best. I am filled with 256th INF Bde PIO pride to be handing over command of this battalion, so rich in hertiage, to Lt The largest battalion in the 256th In- Col. Broussard," he said. fantry Brigade (M), saw its proud tradi- When Broussard mounted the plat- tional torch pass when Lt Col. Sans C. form, he said, "Just a minute, sir," as Broussard assumed command of 2nd Frederrick prepared to step down. "We Battalion during September. have a bit of unfinished business with He replaced Lt. Col. Carrol J. Freder- you." rick, who became Deputy Brigade Frederrick was presented with a full Commander, and has been promoted to sized battalion flag mounted behind colonel. glass, its sky blue field emblazoned State Adjutant General. Maj. Gen with the battalion crest. Ansel M. Stroud joined. Brig. Gen Gary Frederrick cleared his throat, glanc- J Whipple, state CSM Harold Cook, ed down for a moment to compose his many local digitaries, and contingents thoughts. He adjusted his glasses while from each of the companies in the bat- peering out at the citizensoliders of the talion during the ceremony. 2nd battalion and said, "God bless you, The gathering was welcomed by 1st Cajun warriors." Sgt Carl Hebert. of 2nd Bn HHC. who Broussard then took the microphone cited the unit's proud history after for- "It is with pride that I stand here to- ming in 1861 as volunteers in the Ar- day to take over as your commander. my of the Confederacy. The battalion has benefitted greatly "This unit's colors have flown under from Lt. Col. Fredrrick's leadership. Robert E. Lee in Virginia, went up Now we face major new challenges, (Vmetery Ridge at the Battle of Get- such as fielding the new Bradley tysburg, and was there at Manassas fighting vehicle," he said. —;^>..jS r\. and Appamatox," said Hebert. "We must refine our skills in many Hfbert recounted numerous cam- other areas as well. I do not take this paigns in WWI and WWII before the responsibilty lightly. I wish to thank invocation was given by Maj. Francis Maj. Gen. Stroud and Brig. Gen. Whip- Dixon. pie for showing their faith in me as a Whipple addressed the crowd, and commander. I shall never do less than said it's "always a proud moment when my best," he concluded. a change of command takes place" Stroud then pinned Fredtrrick with I want to wish Lt. Col. Broussard and the Meritorious Service Medal with his wife, Linda, an excellent tour as three Oak leaf Clusters. Commander and First Lady of 2nd bat- Under a bright sun and a sky the col- talion," said Whipple. or of the battalion flag, the guidon then Frederrick at the podium, noted "this passed from Frederrick to Whipple to Then, LTC Carrol J. Fredemck, per- Brou&sard Frederrick has since been is the same platform I stood on two Broussard. forms an open ranks insepection, his promoted to a colonel and is the new years ago to take command of the bat- The torch of the 2nd was passed, and final act as 2nd Battalion commander. Deputy Brigade commander for the talion." continues its bright illumination of During the change of command 256th Infantry Brigade. (Photo by SFC The 2nd (battalion) is more than a leadership in the Louisiana Army Na- ceremony held in Abbeville Frederrick Kirk Barrilteaux) thousand strong, the largest in the tional Guard. was replaced by LTC Sans C. CO A, 2nd Battalion Gets New Commander By SPC Bernard Chaillot ceremony. Frederrick. Doucet as you have supported me* 256th Bde PIO "Company A has a distinguished "And the guidon today is passing You've made me look mighty good, history of service," said Frederrick in from one good man to another," he men. Do the same for him." said The Cajun Warrior battalion got a opening remarks. "It is one of the added. Gaudet. new company commander at the Co, A oldest units in the state, with a fine Gaudet then addressed the forma After glancing around the spot loss 2nd Battalion,156th Inf. (Ml Armory in record each of you can be proud of. I'm tion, noting he watched Alpha Com armory, and at the rows of Alpha Co. Bivaux Bridge. proud to be here to pass the company pany grow from 72 to more then 200 citizen-soldiers, with a look of pride and 1LT Elton E. Doucet Jr., of Kaplan, guidon from someone who came from strong. touch of sentiment evident on his face, took the reins of command from 1LT your ranks," he said. Doucet returned "We've got the highest percentage of Gaudet cleared his throat and address- Richard Gaudet of Baton Rouge to Company A., where he was once ex- MOS-qualified people in the state and ed the men for the last time in his tour Doucet is awaiting his federal ecutive officer, from his most recent the lowest number of AWOLs, " noted as their commander. recognition and will soon be pinned post as battalion S-4. Gaudet. "For four straight years, we've "Goodbye, men. I have been proud to with captains' bara A senior at USL majoring in given more blood than any other unit lead you and to serve alongside you" JTC Carrol J. Frederrick, in his last business, Doucet said he was "glad to in the state," he added. The formal passing of the colors then day as battalion commander, and his be coming home to command my old "Our commitment to the communi- tixik place, with the company guidon successor, LTC Sans C. Broussard. were unit" ty and the state is total." Gaudet is now passing from Gaudet to Fivderrick to on hand to iwiew the troops and par- "The personality of the commander battalion S-3. Doucet in the proudest tradition of the ticipate in the change of command is reflected in the company," said "I want each of you to support LT Louisiana National Guard. LOUISIANA GUARDSMAN NOVEMBER DECEMBER 1989 Page 9 miSIANA BRIGADE Washington Artillery Holds 151st Review By 1LT Maria L. Jonkers State PAO
The 1st Battalion, 141st Field Ar- tillery held its 151st Annual Review at Jackson Barracks during the month of October. The Washington Artillery, which has served in every war since its official organization in 1838, was accepted in- to the Federal Service on June 19, 1916 for the Mexican War, and had virtual- ly a continued record of service from this time until it entered World War I. The battalion, designated as the First Louisiana Fi^ld Artillery, was under the direct command of General E. M. Louis, Commandiint at Llano Grande. The present day leadership also Changed hands during the parade and review. The baton of command passed from LTC Ronald A. Waller to MAJ Glenn M. Appe. Appe comes to the Field Artillery* after serving in Head quarters uHhe 256th Infantry Brigade 'mniTpdt. Waller has gone into in- active >i.itu>. CW4 George O'Dmmel nveived the meritorious service medal after 35 years of service with the 141st FA. Charlie Battery received the Con- tinuous Fire Streamer for Best Firing Battery Service Battery received the Try Us Streamer for outstanding overall Battery. Mr. Joseph Passafume received the Prisoner of War medal from MG Anx'l M. Strand, Adjutant General, during the ceremony. SPC Monte Newman was awarded the Outstanding Solider of the year trophy and SSG Arthur Panday won The 1st Battalion. 141st Field Artillery ing its 151st Annual Artillery Review Maria L. Jonkers, State PAO) the Senior Solider of the war trophy. parades past the reviewing stand dur- at Jackson Barracks. (Photo by 1LT Life's Gavel Replaces Salley in 3rd Bn a Picnic By SPC Bernard Chaillot "I am honored and proud to stand Brigade prior to becoming Executive . with U S. Savings Bonds in your financial plan 256th In! Bde PIO here today," he said during the Officer and then commander of the 3rd Money invested in ceremony. "Under LTC Salley, the 3rd Battalion, 156th Infantry. US Savings Bonds is safe. Command of the 3rd Battalion, Bn established a reputation of leader- "Very few words, if any, can backed by the United States. 156th Infantry changed hands in ship that led the way for the rest of the describe the emotions I feel today," he and flowing at a guaranteed rate November in a ceremony that saw LTC brigade As the new commander, I ask said during the ceremony. "As I look if bonds are held for five yean out over the troops here today, I am Bonds enjoy tai privileges (LA) John A. Gavel, Jr. replace LTC hut three things: loyalty, honesty and and are an easy way to save James O. Salley. a sincere desire to do your very best. reminded of honor, duty and country That's a picnic (or sure The new commander. Gavel, entered We have before us the challenge of of the men and women who have serv- the Army in 1966. Following OCS fielding the new Bradley fighting vehi ed and continue to serve, stand tall. Gavel served in a variety of positions, cle and being the first l.mn-i.m.i bat- First Louisiana I shall miss you." including two years in Vietnam. After talion to train with the Bradley for After the ceremony MG Ansel M. leaving active duty in 1973 he joined NTC." Stroud pinned the Meritorious Serv- the Florida Army National Guard The outgoing commander LTC Salley vice Medal on LTC Salley and MAJ Special Forces Company. began his military career as an Tommy Hancock, 3rd Battalion In 1980 he joined the Louisiana Na- enlisted man in the 20th Special Forces Executive Officer. He presented tional Guard. His last assignment was IX'tachment in 1964. Since his com- Salley with a commemorative sword U.S. SAVINGS BONDS nu>sion in 1976 he has served in the mounted on a plaque in appreciation KM mtivi- Officer of the 2nd Battalion, • 156th Infantry. 245th Engineer Battalion, and as Asat. of his dedicated leadership. Page 10 LOUISIANA GUARDSMAN NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 1989 205th Engineers to Community By CW2 Louis L. Joseph and an assortment of drawing pens," current one. basis, making the maintenance of a 205th Engr Bn PAO said Bogalusa artist, Rodney McGhee, Several problems arose while work- clean surface difficult. Fumes from ex The phrase, the National Guard who produced the Diamond Jubilee ing on the retainer wall. According to haust emissions on Willis Avenue and Belongs—to the community, was never mural on Willis Avenue A total of 68 McGhee, the scaffolding was so hot one the 205th's heavy equipment became more exemplified than during the Ci- days were spent on the wall, beginning couldn't sit on it without a cushion. At almost unbearable at times. There ty of Bogalusa's Diamond Jubilee on April 19, with somebody working times while leaning forward to paint on were also problems with splinters from celebrations. From January to July of everyday until it was finished on June the wall, the enormous amount of the scaffolding, centipedes, and other this year. Bogalusa, Louisiana is the 26. ' sweat pouring from his brow, would small creatures crawling on the wall. site of Headquarters, 205th Engineer There was more to the project than drip onto the surfacing of the painting. As a result of the hard work of many Battalion. The National Guard has and seemed at first. Rodney McGhee The surface of the wall looked smooth, civic minded people, part of the Na- will always be an integral part of this researched the city's history and but actually it was very rough and very tional Guard has been captured in a community as attested by the fact that sought out early scenes of the city to uneven with dips, sways, cracks and mural and put on display for all the "city planners included the 205th include the 205th Engineer Battalion's crevices. An enormous amount of grit world to see In Bogalusa, the guard Engineer Battalion officials in on the two previous unit crests as well as the and dust would accumulate on a daily really does belong to the community. stevrinn of the 75th birthday party. Asked what role National Guard could play MAJ Clyde P. Drewett, Ad ministrative Officer, responded with a ready answer. He knew that the retrainer wall at the armory needed repairing and would also be an ex- cellent site for a mural depicting the city's history. This in effect is how the fine work of art came into being. "It all began one day in early March, when I walked into a fledgling, and somewhat still unorganized. Diamond Jubilee Headquarters with a 22 foot The 205th Engineer Battalion's in- Bogalusa was memorialized with a ing the city's Diamond Jubilee roll of drawing paper under my arm volvement with the community of mural on the armory retainer wall dur- Celebration. <205th Engr Bn Photo) Patterson New Commander for 527th Hauls Water for Communities Special Reaction Team Echo By MSG Ronald J. Grant ty at Winnfield, LA. The Winnfield M.VI Claude W Patterson, Executive Patterson, a 20 year veteran oi operation was necessary to fill the new- Officer, Headquarters Company 527th Arkansas and Ixmisiana Arnv- The month of August should be ly constructed water storage tower at Engr Bn was appointed as the Com- J Guard graduated from the ARK. designated as Water Haul Month for the facility. manding Officer for the Special Reac- IVotfram. the Airhonif School. the 527th Engr Bn Cbt Hv. The 527th Personnel involved in this mission tion Ttam Echo in September. With Ranger School, Engineer Officer Ad was tasked with supporting three com- were SPC Jesse Paulk, Co B 527th the appointment Patterson and the vii need Course, and the Command and munities with water haul missions. Engr Bn Cbt Hv; SPC Michael McKay, SRT Executive Officer CPT .J. General Staff College. He has served The missions consisted of transporting Co B 527th Engr Bn Cbt Hv; SGT Price were tasked to begin an extensive the Louisiana Anny National Guard as drinkable water for the City of Bien- Westt Coleman, Co C 527th Engr Bn recruiting effort for SRT. the Company Commander; Co B, 528th ville. Village of Clarence, and the new- Cbt Hv; SSG Samuel Thorton, Co C Their efforts resulted in recruiting 42 Engr Bn, I'tilities Engm« • ly completed Winn fi-irish Correctional 527th Engr Bn Cbt Hv; SGT Fred Par- additional team members bringing the turns Officer and SM for the 225th Facility at Winnfield Louisiana. sons, Co C 527th Engr Bn Cbt Hv; and teams total to 69 officers and soliders. Engr GP. By CPT Joe L. !»riir The mission at Bienville, LA began SFC James M. Allen. Co C 527th Engr in August when the water system was Bn Cbt Hv. condemned by the State. While a new The last mission conducted by the Heard New Commander HSC, 527th well is being dug, the 527th has been 527th was a water haul mission to the providing the needed water. Members Village of Clarence. This mission was CIT Dennis (i. Heard assumed com- Engineer OfYi >urse, the of the battalion have hauled in excess made necessary by the failure of the mand of 11 th EngrBnCht Hv. Engineer Officer's Advanced Coarse, of 220,000 gallons of water. The project village's water pumps. It was conducted in September. Heard was formerly the the Armor Motor Officer Course, and is still ongoing. Personnel involved in September by SGT Roy Cope I and of commander of Co A. 527th Engr Bn is currently enrolled in the Command are SGT Fred Parsons, Co C 527th Co C 527th Engr Bn Cbt Hv, and SGT ClM Hv. which was redesi^nated under and General Stuff College. lie replaces Engr Bn, Minden, LA; and SGT Fred Parsons, CO C 527thEngr Bn Cbt the battalions new MTOK Heard had CIT Clifford A. Oliver, who has U-en Willie R. Holmes, HHC 527th Engr Hv. 84,000 gallons of water was haul- also served the .V27th as Platoon igned to the duties of Civil Bn Cbt Hv, Bossier City, LA. ed for Clarence. b-.ider and Communicaiions Elec- Engineer for the 527th Engr B Also in August, 216.000 gallons of The three communities have received tronics Officer. !!•• i- ,i trraduaU' of the Hv. water was delivered to the newly com- in excess of 520,000 gallons of portable Military AcademyV OCS -By SGT Patrick Vogli-r. I'PAK. HSC. pleted Winn Rirish Correctional Facili- water to dute. and has completed the 527th EN<; BN
continued from page 7 sions and annual training evaluation, and recovery operations. of the 769th. stated, "a lot of hard work the battalion was also administered an As was stated, it was a rewarding as and innovative planning and execution external Army Training and Evalua- well as challenging annual training by the soldiers, commanders, and staff tion Program (ARTEP). and the final reward came when the went into this annual training period, 769th Engineers Finally, before the end of the annual results were in. The battalion was and the final results proved this. training period, elements of the bat- rated as trained in all thirteen core However, there is always room for im- held especially true of the talion were recalled from various train- areas evaluated, and received a lOOf provement. With the knowledge and geographically dispersed CAP projects ing sites and deployed to Grosse Tete. GO on all ARTEP task evaluated. In experience we gained during this an- in southeast Louisiana. Command and Louisiana. This was in response to a addition, the battalion and all five nual training period, we now have a Control as well as logistical and ad- call for assistance from Iberville Fairish subordinate units were nominated for road map to even greater successes in ministrative support diffculties were Officials, following the passage of a the "The Adjutant General's Annual the future. We are looking forward with increased by the geographical disper- devasting tornado through the small Training Trophy for attaining 98*# an- great anticipation to an e^ven better an- sion. However, it afforded everyone in- town, which caused deaths, numerous nual training attendance. But most im nual training period next year. Our volved with first hand experience in injuries and wide spread property portantly, it was a safe annual train- soliders, NCOs and Officers will be how "it would really be in a wartime damage and destruction. Soliders of the ing with no serious injuries, accidents ready, willing and able to meet next theater of operations". battalion assisted local authorities and or deaths. year's challenge with pride, profes- In addition to the engineering mis- residents with public safety, cleanup I.TC Hilborn, battalion commander sionalism and the "Spirit to Win." LOUISIANA GUARDSMAN NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 1989 Page 11 Baker Receives Bronze Star 16 Years Later By RFC Michael A. Ritter placed himself at risk of being in the 241st PAD Staff crux of an explosion. "There were firemen there dowsing His peers were probably not surpris- the flames. They offered to let me wear ed. Recently SMSGT Jimmy Baker col- an anti-flame suit. But it was too lected two more prestigious honors, cumbersome, and I couldn't read the making him perhaps the most numbers with it on." decorated enlisted solider in the Loui- "It got me real nervous, I kept on siana Air Guard. looking out to see if the plane would On Dec 3 Baker received the Legion explode The screwdriver kept on slip- of Merit, the fourth highest award that ping" Baker said. can be bestowed on a Guardsman. While the plane's black box and Baker also recently received another classified documents were removed. ;iward, the Air Force Bronze Star, in Baker worked through the obstacles of the mail— 16 years past due. heat and time to remove the engine's Baker was supposed to receive the pant-Is where the numbers were award in 1973, when he was part of the hidden. 307th Strategic Wing Command in U "It's a routine job but under those Tapao. Thailand. There, Baker had conditions it took a lot longer— every been cited for a special assignment in second was magnified, "Baker said. which he retrieved serial numbers off Recalling that he had risked his life. nine engines of a crashed and flaming Baker decided to take action. B-52 bomber. "At first I thought that they just In August, while reflecting on an il- forgot about me and that was all," lustrious career. Baker discovered an Baker said. old yellow piece of paper that had But the same diligence that had SMSGT Jimmie B. Baker, receives the Ross (Photo by RFC Rebecca Lloyd. described the reasons why he had been previously made Baker the Top Bronze Star from COL Kenneth L. 241st PAD Staff) selected for the medal. Recruiter in the nation in 1983 paid "My first reaction was—hey I never off. time medal of heroism and valour, and ing that you did something for your received the medal," said Baker. Baker wrote to the Strategic Air there were simply no stars available. country." Baker recalled the day when he was Command historian at Randolph Air Finally, a crack airman in the Air called out to duty. Force Base in San Antonio, Texas, The Force's decoration corps located a The Star is one of many accolades "I saw that there were flames, and inquiry was then forwarded to and ap- Bronze Star at Ellsworth Air Force that has been garnished ~n the Air I hesitated for a second but I guess it proved by the Secretary of the Air Base in South Dakota, and on Guard's Recruiting and Retention was a sense of duty that got me out Force. November 20 Baker received a long- Manager. Alonfc with the Legion of there," Baker said. On November 7 Baker received the overdue token of appreciation. Merit, Baker has received the Air The fuel cells on a B-52 are located Certificate of the Bronze Star but still "There's something about it, "Baker Force Commendation Medal, and the adjacent to the engine on the wings. no medal. said after receiving the Star, "it gives Louisiana Air Guard Airman of the While checking the engines Baker The Air Force Bronze Star is a war- you a sense of accomplishment, a feel- Year, along with a list of others. Simmons New Commander of 214th Engrg Inst Squad By SSG Dean M Arnett lifer for the 182Hth Engineering Istallation Squadron, Wright ftitterson MG A. M. Stnmd passed the 214th AFB, Ohio, and Officer in Charge of Engineering Installation Squadron Quality Assurance for the 1st Mobile guidon from LTC Maxwell J. DessrlU Communications Group, Clark AB, to M.VJ Leon J. Simmons at the Phillipi nes. Change of Command ceremony held in In 1975, Simmons joined the Air Na- Noveml XT. tional Guard at the 251st Combat "I accept the challenge...These are Communications Group in Springfield, trying times due to budget cuts, and we Ohio. In July, 1980, he came to the are going to have to do more with less," 214th as OIC of Quality Assurance, said the new commander. where he served for two years. He spent Though born in Charleston, South the next six years as the 214th's Wire Carolina, MAJ Simmons was raised in Officer and took over as Installation New York City. After graduating fn»m Officer in January, 1989. He served in high school, he returned U> the south this capacity until being selected as and attended Johnson C. Smith Commander. University in Charlotte, North Carolina, where he received his degree MAJ Simmons works as a Super- in Economics in 1968. visor of St;itus. Planning and Control Later the same year, MAJ Simmons with Martin Marietta. He and his wife joined the active duty Air Force. He Linda ivside in New Orleans and have U-gan (Mlicer Training School and two daughters, Courtney, 20 and ivtvived his commission at the end of Leana, 17. the year. He then attended Com- Said Simmons. "We haw a job ahead munications Officer training at Keesler of us to obtain excellence." He added, AFB, Mississippi, and graduated in "I fee) fortunate, the 214th has a lot of April of 1970. He served as Wire Of good people in plate"
"For great aims we must dare great things." The new commander, MAJ Leon J. 214th Engineering Installation —ix.nl von (. l.iuswii / Simmons (center) and the former com- Squadron's change of command Prussian general mander, LTC Maxwell J. Desselle ceremony in November. (214th EIS (right) stand together during the photo) Page 12 LOUISIANA GUARDSMAN NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 1989 527th Engrs Graduate From Airborne School
By Cadet Willard Conley ting ready to jump, how to recover your parachute, how to hookup your combat Cadets Willard Conley and Scott gear, emergency procedures, and of Parks, members of HSC 527th Eng Bn course, more PLF'a. completed U.S Army Airborne school The final week is the week we've all at Fort Benning. GA. in August. They been waiting for • JUMP week. PT. is were students of D company, more- com- not conducted formally, but there is a monly called The Rock. They received two mile jog to the hanger in boots, and their Airborne Slots for the three weeks then the fun begins. After a quick school through the ROTC program at review of all we have learned in the LSU. previous weeks we are now ready to go - "Ground week, the first week, we get thru our new routine of putting on the our first taste of the Airborne life at harness and waiting on the plane 0400 when we are awaken to clean the Though many feel that jumping may barracks. This is followed by another be the most difficult part of the week, Airborne ritual, PT, which is it is the sitting around, in the uncom- highlighted by the morning run, fortable harness, contemplating all the (usually 3 milt-si and followed by chin terrible things that could happen, and ups, push ups, sit ups, and all the other fighting the dreaded Z monster which favorites that the instructors decide we is the worse part of it all. Once in the need to da With the hard part of the plane, we know that we are going day now behind us the training begins. down, unaided by the plane that is. We Ground week training is pretty basic, sit packed like sardines on the C-130 the major focus on good door position, and C-141 planes while circling the good tight body position upon exit, both drop zone waiting for our turn to done with the use of the 34 foot tower, "Stand in the Door". learning about the parachute harness, and the infamous but ever important With panic rising in the pit of our "PLF" (parachute landing fall*. stomachs, we each got our turn to The main highlight of the second jump. wtt'k. Tower week, was when we final- When the parachute opens and the shock of being 1200 foot in the air ly got to face the awesome 250 foot Members of the 214th Engineering In- range height finding radar in tower named "UNGOWA", a sight wears off. there is a rush like no other stallation Squadron dismantle a long Slidell (214th EIS photo) which had been staring at us for a experience known to man, follr «-ed by week. The tower is used to give as the realization that you are about to realistic an experience of falling with land. Depending upon where you land, a parachute as can be had without ac- landing can be an interesting ex- 214th EIS Remove tually jumping. Before we got a chance perience. From landing in the creek, to at the tower though, we had to be the trees, or just on the dirt road away "slam dunked" by the Swing landing from the soft dirt of the field, you are Radar Site in Slidell TVainer, a 12 foot high platform used generally at the mercy of the Air Force to acquaint the students with the riser pilots. Once landed th-?re stands before By SSG Dean M. Arnett members of the Construction section positioning before landing, how to us the dreaded task of recovering the and two all-purpose vehicles, had been prepare to land, and the feeling of gear and jogging anywhere from 1 to Members of the 214th Engineering on the job since October .'li-d and com oscillation and landing. a half mile to the transportation back Installation Squadron's Construction pleted the job in early November. Other instructions given during this to the hanger At the end of the five section removed a long range, height qualifying jumps, we are no longer "We only have the whole team on week include how to mass exit« plane, finding radar in Slidell. drill weekends, so we worked overtime "legs" we are now Airborne," the procedure to go through when get "The radar was one of two that the to get ahead." said Wilson Federal Aviation Administration and Members of the team'arc: Wilson U.& Air Force share at the Slidell Sec- (Team Chief*. CMS Chai le?- NaMa-ia. tor Field Office. MSG -John Matthews SSG Curtis 236th "The radar is no longer needed and Anderson. SOT Michael Sanders, SGT is being dismantled," said team chief (tfor^r huter. SGT Stephen Shmvalu-r. The Outstanding Mission for the job. TSG Clarence Wilson. He A.MN" Kevin Stamp, AMN Tracey Tar- added, that the radar will be -tmvd in den AMX Michael Moosa. AMN* Gerald California, and that the tower will be DeBrow, and AB Lawrence Reaines. Support Award in Detroit used as an observation tower at Hurlburt Field. Florida. Wilson added, "the weather had Wilson, along with ten other given u> a break, so we did fine." BY TSGT HOLLY F. LANOUX enabling them to build realistic scenarios. The 236th Combat Communications During the award period, the unit Squadron received the Outstanding provided communications support to Minion Support Unit Award from the another Guard unit; participated in a National Guard Association of the three-month deployment in Saudi United States at the lllth General Arabia; rotated Air Traffic Control and Conference held in Detroit. Michigan Radar personnel to Alpena. MI; sent in September. personnel to the country of Turkey in This award is designed to recognize support of a Joint Chiefs of Staff exer- outstanding units and personnel who cise; competed in Combat have shown excellence in achievement, Challenge-89; and provided Air Traffic dedication and service to the mission Control services to the Hammond of the National Guard, the National Municipal Airport. Guard Association of the United States, This prestigious award was given to and improved national defense. the five top Air National Guard units Tin 2;Mith was recognized for con throughout the country' this year. The sistently displaying superior ability to 236th CCSQ was the only Combat Communications unit to receive this meet its wartime tasking. This unit "OK Buddy, yov'v* had »nouyh " has supported various flying units. award. LOUISIANA GUARDSMAN NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 1989 Page 13 1st Bn Sweeps Rifle And Pistol Competition By SGT Richard J. Blanchard for 1st, 2nd, 3rd place team winners for both competitions, The 256th Inf Brigade (Mechanized) First place Combat Rifle was award- held their second annual Brigade Com- ed to l-156th Armor Battalion with a bat Rifle and Pistol Match the weekend average team score of 32. Second place of 4-5 November at the U.& Marshal's went to 3-156th Infantry Battalion (Ml, Range at Camp Beauregard. The average score of 24.1. Third place was matches were held to consider the best awarded to 199th Support Battalion, qualified battalion and individuals io average score of 23.6. Fifteen in- represent the brigade at the 1990 Ad- dividuals qualified to participate in the jutant General's Combat Rifle and Adjutant General's Match with an Pistol Matches being held in February average score of 30.7. 1990. Match directors and Chief Range First place Combat Pistol was award- NCOIC (Rifles) was SPC Gary Sonnier, ed again to the l-156th Armor Bat- Safety Range Officer, 2 Lt Harold talion with a average team score of Blood donor technicians, Jenna the 256th Inf Bde armory in Latayvite Molbert; Chief Range NCOIC (Pistol), 233.8. Second place again also went to Malcolm (left) and Mickey Campbell (Photo by SPC Bernard Chaillot 256th SFC John Errington; and Range the 3-156th Infantry Battalion
Fuel For The Force Darlene L. Trahan was recently pro- moted to sergeant major and is the first female in the Louisiana Army Na- tional Guard promoted to that rank. She has served for sixteen years and presently works as the Personnel Sergeant for the 209th Personnel Ser vice Company at Jackson Barracks. She began her Guard career in 1973 as a unit clerk with Company C of the 199th Support Battalion in Houma. Her husband Carroll Trahan is also a sergeant major in the Louisiana Army Guard and works as the Chief Opera tions Sergeant with HQ STARC LOUISIANA GUARDSMAN NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 1989 Page 15 TSG Lanoux Airmen In The News Serving In Ervin Celebrates 2O Years Maryland By LTC Michael A. Cushman By SGT Lance C. Osborne been stationed in such countries as Commander, 236th CCSQ 236th CCSQ PAO Greenland, Thailand and Germany. In MSG Bob Ervin, an Air Force ad- the t'.S he was sta'.ioned in Hawaii, Recently a member of the Louisiana visor for the 236th Combat Com- California, Georgia and numerous Air National Guard assigned to the munications Squadron, Louisiana Air other states. 236th Combat Communications National Guard, celebrated his 20th MSG Ervin's technical job descrip- Squadron in Hammond was selected anniversary with the United States Air tion is Communications Computer for an extended active duty tour at An- Force on August 22, 1989. Most men System Supervisor, but for the last four drews AFR Md. TSgt Holly F. Lanoux when they reach their 20th year in the years he has been a Technical Advisor will sei-ve as the Command Radio Fre- Air Force retire, but not MSG Ervin. for the 236th CCSQ. LAARNG, Ham- quency Manager at the National On the very day of his 20th anniver- mond, and assigned to the 1816 Guard Bureau. This is a three—year sary, he re-enlisted for an additional six Reserve Advisor Squadron/Detachment tour of duty assignment. years, 6. As the Command Radio Frequency MSG Ervin has had a colorful career MSG Ervin presently lives in Pbn- Manager, Lanoux will be the single in the Air Force. He enlisted in August chatoula. La., with his wife Dale, and point of contact for all electromagnetic 1969 in Shreveport. Louisiana. He has their two children, Tracey and Robert. spectrum matters. She will coordinate radio, radar, and other electromagnetic radiating and By Debra A. Hebert receiving equipment with the Air Force Frequency Management Center and 159 TFG Softball Team The Coonass Militia, the 159th TFG will oversee other spectrum activities. softball team, competed in the ANG's Lanoux was the 17th Air National National Softball Championships in Guardsman from the Interservice Competed In South Dakota August at Sioux Falls, &D. After win Radio Frequency Management Course ning two of the three games in the first offered at Keesler AFB, Ms. Other day of play, they were eliminated on military training includes: the Ground the second day. Radio Operators Course, Ground Air- The first two victories were over the borne International Morse Code Train- Washington. D.C. ANG and the New ing, the Electronic Combat Trainers York ANG, by scores of 11 5 and 17-7. Course, and the Command N"( '< > The Mississippi ANG outlasted our Academy. Lanoux earned her home boys in a tough battle of en- associates degree in Information durance. 54. to end the day. The next System." Technology from ihe Com day, the South Carolina ANG munity College of the Air Force She eliminated the coonass militia by 18-3. ha> heen attending the College of "We all had a good time and Business at Southeastern Louisiana everyone knew that the coonass team University in Hammond. LA., and was there," beamed team captain, CPT plans to transfer to a university near Scott A. Jones. "Next year the tourna Andrews to continue her education ment will be held in York, Penn- upon her reassignment. sylvania and we hope to be there and come out on top." To get to this year's tournament, the 159th team had won the NAS Captains Cup Tournament at Belle Chasse. "This trip to the Nationals has renewed our spirit in softball and has taught us a lot. We are going to try to ihe Coonass Militia Softball Team: Ted Parker, Jim Grove. Mike Barthel. field teams in most of the other divi- Kneeling, left to right, Jim Gates. Paul Shulz Chuck Dormer. Donnie sions, and try to bring extra players as Mark Blanco, Mike Muth. Bobby Fried, Moore. (159TFG Photo) needed for substitution due to injuries". Jr, Scott Jones: standing, left to right. said team member. MSGT. Mike Muth. TSG Willie Gibbons Airman of the Year
By SGT Lance C. Osborne Ix-en a guai-dsmjm for 15 year>. 236th CCSQ PAO Besides being actively involved in tin- Air National Guard, (libU-ns \> a The Louisiana Air National Guard is member of the Boys Scouts, where he proud to announce that TSGT Willie has been honored as an outstanding Gibbens of the 236th Combat Com- den leader. He has been an assistant munications Squadron, was recently coach in the Dixie Youth Baseball honored with an award of Airman of League, a member of the Greenfield the Year in the category of Sergeant Baptist Church and a past Sunday SRA Debbie A. Heheit. l">9th Tactical thru Technical Sergeant. TSG Gibbens School teacher. Fighter (irnup. placed 9th in the (iu.mi will now advance further to the State Female categmy .it the Fourteenth An- level competition, where he will com He is also currently pursuing an nual Mamie Corp- Marathon held in pete with award winners from other air Associates' Degree at Southeastern Washington D.C. in NovemU-r Thirty guard units within the state. The win- Louisiana I'mversity in Criminal three of the National (iuardVjop men ner for the state will advance to na- •Justice. TS(i (libbens resides in and women marathon runner- 1'roin tional competition. Springfield with his wife Barbara and am>s> the Tinted Si.ite> and Puerto TSGT Willie Gibbens, Airman of the Gibbens is a full time technician at three children Angela. Christopher, Rico participated (his year Year (236th CCSQ Photo) 236th CCSQ in Hammond. He has and Court nev. Page 16 LOUISIANA GUARDSMAN NOVEMBER DECEMBER 1989 9th Annual NG 5k Road Race By SPC Kristit Moon 241st PAD Staff Freezing winds, barricaded streets, and awaiting police escorts set the scenario as hundreds of bundled run- ners anticipated the cannon blast that would set them off. The Louisiana National Guard's 9th Annual 5K Road Race to benefit Children's Hospital was held in December at Jackson Barracks. The 1 2 mile fun run starting line was packed with children, young and old. Overall winners in the children's catergory were Timmy Ursin with a time of 2:15 and Wendy Duplessis,3:32. Many runners used the 1/2 mile to release tensions prior to the 5K run. The top winner of the 5K in the female category. Debbie Hebert, is a ii-turning champ, Hebert, of the 159th Tactical Fighters Group in Belle Chasse, took the overall spot in last year's race with a time of 21:39. She beat that with a time of 20:40. This is her third year. Niall Dugan, the overall male win- ner with a time of 15:41 is a student at the University of New Orleans. At the finish line Niall felt, "unbelieva- ble," after fighting the tough winds. Other categories in the 5K included the platoon division. Patients of the Chalmette Medical Center Cardiac Rehabilitation, a major co-sponsor for the event, participated in the I '2 mile fun run. The 214th Engineering In- stallation Squadron took honors over the second place About Face Boot Camp platoon ia local parish prison program). The returning 2222nd Medical Com- The runners await the start of the race like musicians awaiting the start of a concert from the maestro. (Photo by PFC pany came in third, and the OCS pla- Michael Ritter, 241st PAD) toon came in fourth. R LJ
Male 6 and Under 5K Open Male 5K Open Female 5K NG Male 1. Johnathan Scott N/T Overall Winner Niall Duggan 15:41 Overall winner Debbie Hebert 20:40 17-29 2. Trey Blair 4:25 13 and under 13 and under 1. Marc Sartele 18:4« 3. None 1. Steven Albert 33:34 1. Valerie Minerva 27:03 2. Michael Deville 19:40 Female 6 and Under 2. Matthew Hebert 36:18 2. Wendy Duplessis 31:31 3. Pat Simon 20.46 1. Alica Ursin 4:38 14-18 3. Nykicta Carr 31:32 30-39 2. Prisicillu Hutchinson 4:45 1. Gene Cavalier 16:21 14-18 1. Lou Stevens 19:93 3. Julie Frazier 5:35 2. Doug Fisher 20:05 1. Jennifer Gioia Not Listed 2. Robert Jeanfreau 21:49 Male 7-8 3. James Cavalier 20:42 2. Shelia Frey 35:00 3. Arthur Dupre 22:11 1. Eric Giovengo 4:23 19-29 3. Sheridan Burns 41:33 40-49 2. Andren Rich 4:34 1. Troy Lucia 16:06 19-29 1. Gene Lipscomb 21:49 3. Benjamin Gerard 5:01 2. Ian Wilkinson 16:12 1. Janel Mumme 23:21 2. Charles Kucera 22:10 Female 7-8 3. Thomas Kopfier 18:23 2. Debbie LeGros 24:10 3. MAJOR Leblanc 22:46 1. Tracy Robinson 3:47 30-39 3. Mary Pal 24:27 50 and over 2. Shawn Blair 4:08 1. Darrell Baldwin 15:48 30-39 1. I.fi- Simpson 23:14 3. Jayne Hutchinson 4:40 2. Junis Nixon 16:21 1. Sue Bourgeois 22:00 2. Albert Silva 24.38 Male 9-10 3. Walter Ballard 17:16 2. Shannon Elder 25:58 3. Frank Appel 25:03 1. Talton Ballard 3:26 40-49 3. Marietta Johnson 26;44 5K NG Female 2. Matthew Hebert 3:31 1. Shady Schadwell 19:20 40-49 17-29 3. Wayne Gagliano 3:38 2. Ben Franklin 20:00 1. Linda Mason 24:00 1. Ranier Woods 24:30 Female 9-10 3. Bret Grayson 20:55 2. Kay Murphy 27:52 2. Romie Galloway 30:20 1. Sonja Hric 4:58 50 and over 3. Gloria Ribar 29:35 3. Lucy Schiro 31:51 2. Melissa Hebert 5:10 1. Eddie LeRouge 20:15 50 and over 30-39 3. Alica Lacoste 5:19 2. Paul Hebert 21:40 1. Dorothy Troeclair 33:58 1. Robin Girard 33:10 Male 11-12 3. Gerald Larousse 21:42 2. Marion Montz 41:07 2. Sharlene Alexis 33:15 1. Clint Miller 3:10 3. Loretta Simon 41:48 3. Joyce Smith 33:16 2. John Krin 3:15 40-49 3. Ken Frazier 3:44 1. Kathie Hric 48:40 * 1/2 Mile Fun Run Overall Winner 2. Susan Hatch 49:33 Male -Timmy Ursin 2:15 Female Wendy Duplesis 3:32