Postal Patron PRSRT STD ARE YOU READY? US Postage Community PAID As we go into hurricane season, what are some Permit #43 members share Hinesville, GA their thoughts on lessons learned from Hurricane Matthew? Page 2A THE Home of the 3rd Infantry Division Vol. 52, Issue 21 Serving the Fort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield communities • www.stewartfrontline.com June 1, 2017 Memorial Day 2017 Photos by Staff Sgt. Kellen Stuart, 3rd CAB Public Affairs A bugler from the 3rd Infantry Division band plays taps during a Memorial Day ceremony on May 29. The ceremony was held at Bonaventure Cemetery in Thunderbolt, Ga. 3rd Infantry Division remembers the Fallen on Memorial Day Staff Sgt. Kellen Stuart celebrating our American way of life.” still fly and we’re going to present it to everybody 3rd CAB Public Affairs There are several monuments dedicated to the to show our freedom,” said Jerry Emsweller, mem- Fallen Service Members, specifically for the ber of the Chapter 671 Vietnam Veterans of America Every day is a day to remember our Fallen Soldiers in 3rd Infantry Division, with memorials and color guard for the ceremony at Emmett Park. Comrades but Memorial Day is a day set aside located in and around Fort Stewart and Hunter “Presenting the flag is an honor that has been dedicated to them. On Memorial Day weekend, Army Airfield, he explained. bestowed upon each one of us. We do it so that May 27-29, there were several ceremonies dedi- “Warrior’s Walk at Fort Stewart has 468 white nobody is forgotten.” cated to our Fallen Heroes and supported by units crepe myrtle trees planted as a symbol of life and No one can replace Fallen Service Members— throughout the 3rd Infantry Division. From coast- a living tribute to the brave service members who especially in the eyes of their Families, added Noel. al Georgia to South Carolina, dog face Soldiers paid the ultimate price for our freedom,” Noel said. Offerings of a shoulder to cry on and assurance remembered and honored those who paid the “Warrior’s Walk is dedicated to the service mem- that the Fallen Heroes will not be forgotten is given. ultimate sacrifice. bers who have died while assigned to the units of “Children of our Fallen Warriors will be missing “Memorial Day is really about remembering and attached to the 3rd Infantry Division at Fort a parent, spouses will be without their life partners those who made our way of life possible,” said Rich Stewart, Fort Benning and Hunter Army Airfield.” and parents will continue to grieve for their hero- Noel, US Army retired colonel and current Service members have accomplished remark- ic sons and daughters as they died way too early,” Chatham County Georgia Veteran of the Year. able things throughout the history of the US, he said Noel. “It is up to us to remember their sacrifice “Memorial Day is not about picnics and parades, said. long after the battlefield guns have been silenced although there’s nothing wrong with enjoying and “We fought for this country, the flag is going to and the bombs stop exploding.” A firing squad from 2nd Battalion, 3rd Aviation Regiment, 3rd Combat Aviation Brigade waits to fire three rounds in remembrance of Fallen Service Members during a Memorial A ceremony participant lays a white rose on the Vietnam War monument during a Memorial Day Day ceremony at the Bonaventure ceremony at Emmett Park in Savannah, Ga. May 28. There were a total of 106 roses representing Cemetery in Thunderbolt, Ga. May 29. the 106 Fallen Service Members from the Georgia region during the Vietnam War. 2A The Frontline June 1, 2017 3rd Infantry Division Marne Voices Speak Out Marne 7 Sends: Think safety always As we go into hurricane season, what are some lessons learned from Hurricane Matthew? Command Sgt. Maj. These factors are; speed, fatigue, alcohol use, and John K. Johnson the failure to use seatbelts. Your safety and the Acting 3rd ID safety of others depend upon you making appro- “Check your generators, have Command Sgt. Maj. priate risk management decisions before driving, plenty of fuel on hand and a and then using personal self-discipline to adhere Memorial Day week- to established highway speed limits and other way to cook.” end is usually regarded traffic laws while driving. as the start of summer. Never Drink and Drive. While there are pro- Maj. James Hock It also kicks off our "100 grams that offer Soldiers a ride home, or a place HHC, STB, 3IDSB days of Summer Safety" to stay if they have been drinking, there are far Campaign which ends too many POV accidents and incidents where with Labor Day. alcohol is a factor. Don't make that "place you Historically, the Army experiences more fatal acci- stay" the jail, hospital or local morgue! If you plan “Have flashlights and dents during this "100 day" period than any other to drink, also have a plan or designated sober time during the year. Just two weeks ago, we lost driver beforehand, to get yourself home safely. candles at the ready.” one of our own Soldiers in a motorcycle accident Get plenty of rest before starting on a trip. Not right outside our main gate. While last year's cam- unlike alcohol use, fatigue will decrease your Spc. BreAnna Garza paign was a success with no "Class A" fatalities situational awareness and also inhibit your abil- STB, 3IDSB on or off duty, this recent fatality reminds us that ity to react during dangerous situations. we must remain vigilant when it comes to safety. Remember, driving the posted speed limit does We must remain watchful for signs of compla- not always mean you are driving at a safe speed. cency, and quickly make the necessary correc- When driving in limited visibility conditions to “Make sure that you and tions. Our goal of zero fatalities for this year's include, adverse weather and reduced nighttime your Family leave in a timely Summer Safety Campaign remains unchanged. illumination, reduce your driving speed accord- In order to accomplish this goal, every Soldier ingly. Always wear your seatbelt, and DO NOT text manner.” must do his or her part by using good judgment, and drive. planning and personal discipline. Leaders will be Swimming and boating are among other sum- Spc. Nehe Hayes involved with the holiday and vacation travel mer favorite activities for Soldiers. If you plan to HHC, 87th CSSB, 3IDSB plans for each of their Soldiers. Unit leaders will participate in either, know the rules. When swim- conduct weekly end-of-duty day briefings for all ming, never swim alone and only swim in desig- military personnel. This briefing will include, but nated guarded areas. If you plan on boating, take "Always make sure you stock up on not be limited to, alcohol and DUI prevention, a boating safety course. When boating, watch the food, water and fuel for your fatigue, off-limits establishments, safety briefings weather and observe safe boating practices and generators. Seal all of your windows for travel, privately owned weapons, water and laws. Be sure to have adequate personal floatation with plywood and stay indoors during motorcycle safety, distracted driving and other devices for yourself and all passengers, and then the storm." safety issues as deemed appropriate by com- insist on their use. Prior to weighing anchor, manders. These must not be routine safety brief- develop and implement a float plan; give details Spc. Michael Livecche ings - they should be done in a spirit of teaching, of an intended voyage and file with a friend, neigh- 396th CTC, 87th CSSB, 3IDSB coaching and mentoring. bor and/or marina operator. This document When traveling, remember to keep cell phone should describe your vessel, equipment, crew, usage to a minimum, and never text while driving. and itinerary of your planned voyage. Also remem- If planning a trip outside of the local area, use the ber that the same drinking and driving rules apply "My advice to everyone, including planning tool "TRIPs" and take frequent rest to boating. Soldiers in the barracks, have breaks. Highway vehicle accidents, especially Thank you again for your contributions, dedi- renters insurance!" motorcycles, are our biggest threat during this cation and service to our Army and our Country. period. There are four key risk factors that are Think Safety Always! Spc. Destiny Gunter frequently identified in accident investigations HHC, STB, 3IDSB as causal for most Soldier vehicle related deaths. Rock of the Marne! "Have sand bags at the ready Stay tuned for bad weather and plan to travel if you need to evacuate your location." Commentary and the installation’s ADHOC system – which includes email and text messaging. Staff Sgt. William Conner Pat Young 396 CTC, 87th CSSB, 3IDSB Fort Stewart Public Affairs During Hurricane Matthew, the system was used to provide road condition warnings, evacuation Hurricane Matthew, which started as a tropical notices, and recovery assistance. storm in late September 2016, delivered significant Community members can help by being prepared 3RD INFANTRY DIVISION COMMANDER damage along its trek across Haiti, Cuba, and com- for severe weather and other contingencies by mak- ing an Army Ready Kit, and remaining vigilant. SENIOR COMMANDER FS/HAAF munities along the United States East Coast. MAJ. GEN. LEOPOLDO QUINTAS Communication and prior planning helped The installation’s Directorate of Plans, Training, mitigate the threat; but there is always room for Mobilization and Security has prepared a website USAG FORT STEWART-HUNTER ARMY AIRFIELD COMMANDER COL. TOWNLEY R. HEDRICK improvement. This year the National Oceanic and at www.stewart.army.mil/info/?id=396&p=2, with Severe Weather and Hurricane Preparedness infor- Atmospheric Administration, at www.nhc.noaa.gov, HUNTER ARMY AIRFIELD COMMANDER predicts an ‘above normal hurricane season,” which mation.