U.S. Army Garrison Fort Hunter Liggett THE GOLDEN GUIDON AARMYRMY 2243RD43RD BIRBIRTTHDAYHDAY SSummerummer 20182018 BBestest WWarriorarrior CCompetitionompetition www.liggett.army.mil Contents Commander’s Message 3 THE GOLDEN GUIDON Safety First 4 Offi cial Command Publication of U.S. Army Garrison Fort Hunter Liggett News 6 COMMAND TEAM Col. Kerry E. Norman, Garrison Commander New fi tness test, page 27 Lt. Col. Jason McKenzie, Garrison Highlights 7 Deputy Garrison Commander Brian Adkins, Deputy to the Garrison Commander In the Spotlight 10 Command Sgt. Major DeeAnn Dunstan, FHL Fellows Graduate Garrison Command Sergeant Major Range Operations Sgt. Yates Tries Byron Nakagawa, More than 30 years GOLDEN GUIDON STAFF of military and civilian service Amy Phillips, Public Aff airs Offi cer Cindy McIntyre, Public Aff airs Specialist Byron Nakagawa Features 12 The Golden Guidon is an authorized quarterly Michael Weaks, Drill Sergeant to Pastor publication for the U.S. Army Garrison Fort Hunter Liggett community. Content in this Asian Pacifi c Heritage Month, publication is not necessarily the offi cial views Nakagawa Family Internment of, or endorsed by, the U.S. Government or Sgt. Audie Murphy Club Boards at FHL the Dept. of the Army, or Fort Hunter Liggett. Preserving Local History, Nacitone Museum Content is for informational purposes to the garrison community. Mission Highlights 16 SUBMISSIONS L Company, Expeditionary Operations Submit story ideas, photographs, and other Training Group, 13th Marine Expeditionary information of interest to the FHL community Unit, sets up airstrip security for an incoming C-130 refueling aircraft at Fort to the Public Aff airs Offi ce Email: Hunter Liggett, Calif., May 4, 2018. Various usarmy.hunterliggett.imcom-central.list.fhl- rotary-winged aircraft fl ew in from the USS pao Essex off the coast near San Clemente, Calif. during the training. @mail.mil or call 831-386-2690. FEEDBACK WELCOMED Community Engagements 21 Help us create a relevant and meaningful product to meet your information needs. Email or submit ICE comment: Chaplain’s Message 25 https://ice.disa.mil/index.cfm?fa=- card&sp=113492 Soldier & Employee Bulletin 27 COMMAND INFORMATION RESOURCES www.liggett.army.mil www.dvidshub.net/unit/FHL-PAO Community Events 28 www.facebook.com/FortHunterLiggett COVER PHOTO: Army Reserve Soldier with the 422nd Military Police Company, www.fl ickr.com/photos/forthunterliggett Sgt. David Gutierrez bounds to the next position during a training lane at the 200th Military Police Command’s Best Warrior Competition at Fort Hunter Liggett, April 18, 2018. (Photo by Master Sgt. Michel Sauret, 200th Military Police Command Public Aff airs) Commander’s Message Army Celebrates 243rd Birthday Over There! A Celebration of Army Heroes from WWI to Present Day Greetings Team Fort Hunter Liggett Garrison Commander Summer is our busiest season Summer also brings two very Col. Kerry E. Norman both at work and at home, and it just important celebrations for the country so happens that June is National and the Army - Independence Day Safety Month. For the past 10 years, and the Army’s 243rd Birthday. The the Army’s mishap levels remain U.S. Army is America’s fi rst national historically low, however, complacency institution - established on June 14, will have devastating eff ects on mission 1775, more than a year before the readiness. Regardless of grade or rank, Declaration of Independence was bombings. Don’t worry, if you missed DA Civilian or service member, safety signed. Since its establishment, the the presentation and the great food the and loss prevention is everyone’s Army has played a vital role in the Hacienda staff provided; you can learn business. You can make a diff erence growth and development of the Nation. about the story on Pages 10-12. by becoming personally involved and America’s Army has stood ready to In June, we observed Caribbean fostering a positive safety climate at serve our country for 243 years and American Heritage Month to work, home or traveling. today, our Soldiers stand ready to meet recognize the signifi cance of Caribbean As you well know, the Army any challenge. people in the history and culture of the Reserve’s Combat Support Training The Fourth of July celebrates the United States. One we know well in the Exercise (CSTX) and the National birth of our nation, founded on the Army is retired General Colin L. Powell Guard’s Exportable Combat Training principles of liberty and freedom. who was also fi rst African-American to Exercise (XCTX) will bring an On July 4, 1778, George Washington serve as Secretary of State. Gen. Powell increased OPTEMPO and thousands of and the American Army celebrated was born in New York City and the son boots on the ground. I recognize your independence in New Jersey with of two Jamaican immigrants. commitment to support troops and your cannon fi re and a musket salute. Did Most importantly, the point of all dedication to meet workload demands. you know that it wasn’t until after these heritage observances is that we However, please take the time to the War of 1812, did observances recognize our country and Army are conduct safety checks and operate Independence Day become common great because of their diversity. The equipment properly. Be careful around around the nation? As the Chaplain Army has made strides in changing military convoys and help get the safety reminds us in his message on Page 25, policies that excluded people based on message out in the community. pause to remember those that have paid gender and certain personal preferences. While out and about with family the ultimate sacrifi ce for our freedom. These changes are to support one thing and friends, always have safety in Freedom and diversity are things our – military READINESS. Regardless mind, whether it’s indoors or outdoors. country and Army fervently supports. of your personal opinions or beliefs, Make sure children don’t get to things We observed Asian American discrimination, harassment or violence they shouldn’t. Practice caution while Heritage Month in May with is not tolerated in the Army or at Fort grilling outdoors. The Safety Message Mr. Nakagawa, from the Logistics Hunter Liggett. on Page 4 provides many useful Readiness Center. He shared his We are ONE TEAM to Support the summer safety tips. Take care of each family’s experience in internment Fight, Support the Soldier and Support other. camps after the Pearl Harbor the Family. Thank you for all you do. The Golden Guidon |Summer 2018 |Page 3 Safety First SUMMER SAFETY As the temperatures rise every spring, there's a corresponding increase in fatal Army accidents. Soldiers, Army Civilians and their Family members are sometimes a little too eager to get back to the fun only warm weather can bring: motorcycles, road trips, water activities and relaxation with friends that often includes alcohol. Soldiers and Civilians are undoubtedly going to enjoy their off -duty pursuits or time away from the offi ce. It’s incumbent upon leaders at all levels to ensure they're equipped to make smart decisions. Below are a few safety tips and resources for your summer activities. OUTDOOR COOKING WATER ACTIVITIES Check for leaks Supervise children Turn off propane tanks Use swimming aids Check for fi re hazzards Don’t swim alone More tips: https://www.nfpa.org/Public-Education/ More tips: https://www.nsc.org/home-safety/tools- By-topic/Top-causes-of-fi re/Cooking/Grilling/Grilling- resources/seasonal-safety/drowning safety-tips ROAD TRIPS BEING PREPARED IS MORE THAN HAVING A PLAN Check tires before trip Avoid distractions Make sure your personal and family information Use seatbelts is correct and up-to-date in the two emergency More tips: https://www.safewise.com/blog/road-trip- reporting and announcement platforms used at Fort safety-tips/ Hunter Liggett: Army Disaster Personnel Accountability and Assessment System (ADPAAS) WARM WEATHER https://adpaas.army.mil Hydrate AtHoc Crisis Communications Limit time in sun Click on up arrow at bottom right of your work Take breaks computer, then the purple orb. More tips: http://www.redcross.org/news/article/Red- Contact the garrison emergency manager at 386- Cross-How-to-Stay-Safe-in-Hot-Weather 3209 or [email protected] if you have questions, need help to register or edit information. The Golden Guidon |Summer 2018 |Page 4 If you’re thinking about suicide, are worried about a friend or loved one, or would like emotional support, the Lifeline network is available 24/7 across the United States. Should I call the Lifeline? No matter what problems you’re dealing with, whether or not you’re thinking about suicide, if you need someone to lean on for emotional support, call the Lifeline. People call to talk about lots of things: substance abuse, Stories of HOPE & RECOVERY: economic worries, relationships, sexual identity, getting https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/stories/ over abuse, depression, mental and physical illness, and loneliness, to name a few. After 9/11, Michael Liguori joined the Marines to fi ght Talking with someone about your thoughts and feelings for his country. When he returned, he struggled can save your life. with PTSD and attempted suicide. "I want to share this with you because life is complicated, hard and often, You matter. a constant struggle. But that doesn’t mean you have to You are important. do it alone." Read his story. You are not alone. An Army brat, Keris Myrik, lives with schizoaff ective and obsessive-compulsive disorders. She witnessed a suicide at age eight and has always thought life was not worth living. My plan is just to keep busy…I just keep busy and make my work worthwhile." Read her story.