Vol. 23 no. 14 Serving Marine Forces Pacific, MCB Hawaii, Ill Marine Expeditionary Forces, Hawaii and 1st Radio Battalion April 13, 1995 Commandant unveils "Leading Marines" packed passages. Each anecdote is fbl- Fred Carr lowed by a provocative 1QMC Information Office.' summary that leads the reader in a search of his or her General Carl E. Mundy, Jr., is own analysis of leadership traits, ulti- bequeathing the Corps of Marines he mately causing one to ask, "How would commanded for the past four years with I have responded to the situation'?" a poignant reminder of what he views Although "Leading Marines" could as the most important responsibility of easily be a one-sitting perusal for fast The Easter Bunny is here. Find everyone who wears the uniform - readers, it should be viewed as a living out what it takes to have one Leadership. reference," always available to re-kin- of your own...See B-1. The Commandant, who is scheduled dle the motivation and inspiration that to retire July 1, has authorized the pub- define the Marine Corps brand of lead- Retired Activities lication of Fleet Marine Force Manual ership in action. 1-0, "Leading Marines," with instruc- "Our actions as Marines every day tions that every Marine, regardless of must embody the legacy of those who A Retired Activities Office has been rank, receive a personal copy. went before us," Mundy continues in established in building 216 aboard try 1)n Winferstet. "If we expect Marines to lead and if we the foreword. "Their memorial to us MCB Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay to pro- - expect Marines to follow, we must pro- their teaching, compassion, courage. Environmental award vide the retired community with a vide the education of the heart and of sacrifices, optimism, humor, humility. Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay was recently recognized for its continued focal point for information and the mind to win on the battlefield and commitment, perseverance, love, guts efforts in protecting the environment with the Department of the Navy Natural retiree business aboard the base. Resources Conservation Award. left to right in the barracks, in war and in peace," and glory - is the pattern for our daily Pictured from are Maj. George The program is in need of retiree vol- Wheeler, MCB Hawaii director of base environmental, Dr. Diane Drigot, base envi- Gen, Mundy says in the foreword. lives. unteers to help meet staffing goals. ronmental, Secretary of the Navy John H. Dalton, BGen. R.F. Vercauteren, com- Printed in a 124-page digest format, "... This manual comes to life through Office hours are 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., manding general MCB Hawaii, and Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Installations "Leading Marines" is a riveting collection the voices, writings, and examples of Monday - Friday. For more informa- and Environment Robert Pirie. See story on the award on page A- 10. of anecdotes illustrating leadership in not one person, but many. Thousands tion on services or to volunteer call action from the early days of the Corps' of Americans who have borne, and still Mae Ooka at 257-3135. - founding to present day operations. bear the title 'Marine' are testimony Readers get their first clue to the that 'Once a Marine, Always a Marine' Power outage book's pace when they review its table and 'Semper Fidelis' are phrases that ComMarForPac congratulates MCB of contents, as succinct and no-non- define our essence. It is those who sense as the Corps' basic philosophy, know, and those who will come to know. Hawaii on a successful 1st anniversary Facilities Department has sched- "Every Marine a Rifleman." The chap- this extraordinary way of life that this uled a power outage on Friday ter titles - and there are only three - hook is dedicated." from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. to modify a leave no doubt that this is meant to be Distribution of FMFM1-0 will be high voltage electrical system in inspirational reading: "Our Ethos," made directly to the field. Additional 1 1 preparation for the demolition of "Foundations," and "Challenges." copies, should they be required, will be building 454. Buildings that will Inside each chapter, true accounts of available from Marine Corps Logistics be affected by the power outage Marines - past and present -- provide Base, Albany, Ga., by referencing PCN 9 9 include buildings in and around readers with much more than action- 139 000001 00. 3d Marines Headquarters Area, Commissary, Mokapu Elementary, 9 9 McDonalds, MWR Administration and the 12 BEQs on Craig Ave. Questions concerning the outage 4 5 may be directed to Ken Nakasone at 257-2171, extension 280. Marines and Sailors throughout the Pacific join me in extending congrat- ulations to the men and women of Marine Corps Base Hawaii on your first anniversary, 15 April 1995. Commissary hours The Mokapu Peninsula has been vital to the defense of the Pacific Region for nearly 100 years. During that time the Army, Navy, and the Marine Corps have recognized the value of this strategic location, and have used it Due to the scheduled power out- to support our national security interests. For nearly 50 years, Kaneohe age Friday, the commissary will Marines and civilians have helped ensure peace in the Pacific by providing open its doors at 2 p.m. and will the finest in training and support to the Fleet Marine Force. This tradition remain open until 8 p.m. The of excellence is continued by Marine Corps Base Hawaii today. commissary will also be closed on During your first year as "Marine Corps Base Hawaii," you have made sig- Easter Sunday. nificant accomplishments. Specifically, you have successfully and aggres- sively implemented the MCBH strategic plan. This plan has dramatically improved the quality of life and combat readiness for III MEF Hawaii and TQL icons legend other tenant commands. Much-needed improvements to the base infra- for Hawaii Marine structure and technology have been made. You have greatly expanded ath- letic programs for Marines, and have enhanced opportunities for greater communication and interaction between MCBH and the civilian community. In a rapidly changing world, your commitment to excellence is steadfast and eternal. Happy first anniversary. Semper Fidelis. Deadly Fire! Goal #1 - Enhance NI ilitary Readiness PFC Richard Niznik, Company E 2/3, takes part in laying down a base of fire as part of the security element in a recent raid at Bellows AFS. LtGen. Charles C. Krulak Commander, Marine Forces Pacific Goal #2 - Advance Risk Management and Loss Prevention Intervention could help save a young one's life Norton, Advocacy Program child abuse can be defined as any Anonymous reports can be made in Lou Genzer Family Sgt. manager. behavior directed toward a child by a every state. However, child welfare Goal #3 - Enhance &On "What they should remember is that parent, guardian, care giver, other agencies discourage anonymity, in Quality of Life A 6 month-old infant is brought into what they're doing is for the safety of family member or other adult that case more information is needed or to the emergency room; he has a broken the child," he said. "Those babies can- endangers or impairs a child's physical call the reporter as a crucial evident spine, a concussion and multiple not speak for themselves." or emotional health and development. tiary witness if the case goes to trial. bruises. Ten minutes later, the baby is After sudden infant death syndrome, To report suspected child abuse con- Child Protective Services will let the Goal #4 declared dead. Shockingly, this enor- child abuse is the second leading cause tact the Department of Human base Family Advocacy Program know. Continuously Improve mity was caused by the baby's father. of death amongst infants. Following Services, Public Welfare Division, If the report does not meet the Child a/ Although not always this severe, this accidents child abuse is the second Child Protective Services at 832-5656. Protective Services criteria, often crime occurs hundreds of times daily leading cause of death for children six On base, the Military Police times investigators with the MCB throughout the United States. months to 5 years-old. Department should be called, especial- Hawaii Criminal Investigation However, this crime can be prevented Through involvement and ly if the child is in imminent dan- Division will follow up, Norton through intervention. intervention, these numbers can ger, explained Norton. explained. Inside Intervention can occur by offering be reduced and innocent lives Several events might take place "We want to try to prevent any fur- support to parents who need help, can be saved. before and after the initial complaint ther problems," he said. helping to organize needed community According to the American Humane is filed. The case will be looked at by a case Blotter A-2 services and by reporting suspected Association, reasonable suspicion The person responding to the call review committee that meets every Briefs A-11 child abuse to the proper agencies. based on objective evidence is all that's will ask the reporter several questions two weeks. The committee is made up, Family Service Center B -7 Deciding to report child abuse can be needed to report child abuse. Accurate about what they are reporting. This is of representatives from the branch; Movies B-6 a difficult decision, yet it may be the reporting of the suspected maltreat- done to ensure enough information is medical clinic, legal, MPD, the sub- MWR Offerings B-6 first step in saving a child's life. ment of any child is a moral obliga- available for the investigative team to stance abuse counseling office, the On the HomeFront A-3 In today's society many people feel it tion.