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Evidence continues to mount against dioxin, Agent Orange claims
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YONGSAN GARRISON The Joint Investigation Team established in May to investigate claims that Agent Orange was buried on Camp Carroll in 1978 has made significant progress since its formation last month. Investigation The teams investigative efforts have focused on two primary questions. Was Agent Orange buried on Camp Carroll? And what happened to the drums and soil reportedly removed from Camp Carroll in 1979-80? The U.S. portion of the team, also known as the Camp Carroll Task Force, has conducted interviews with 26 people in the U.S. and South Korea that claim to have direct or indirect knowledge of either burial or recovery of drums of chemicals on Camp Carroll. There are over 30 names currently on the interview list and it continues to grow with the recent inclusion of Korean citizens from Chilgok County that worked on Camp Carroll during the time of the alleged burial. Besides interviews, the Camp Carroll Task Force has also researched documents from around the peninsula and in numerous locations in the United States. These include a land use study from 1992 and an environmental survey from 2004. These two documents show that chemicals were buried at Camp Carroll in the late 1970s and were later removed. The chemicals listed in the two documents do not include Agent Orange. Both these documents were released to the
Spc. Nikeera Chandler from Company B, Division Special Troops Battalion, 2nd Infantry Division at Camp Red Cloud, participates in her first novice triathlon Saturday after swimming 400 meters and cycling 20 kilometers. The final stage was a five kilometer run. Chandler finished second in the womens division in 1:41:49 slightly less than four minutes behind Shannon Syphus, Battery B, 6th battalion, 37th Field Artillery Regiment from Camp Casey. See the full story and results on Page 7 Courtesy photo by Jeffrey Rivers
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Army Combat Readiness/Safety Center website. Many traffic accidents are caused by driver fatigue, excessive speed, poor judgment and the consumption of alcohol. TRiPS is an excellent tool for planning for a safe journey. I expect all commanders, noncommissioned officers, division chiefs and first line supervisors to conduct thorough pre-holiday safety briefings with their personnel prior to the holiday weekend. Maintain valid addresses and telephone numbers for personnel leaving the immediate area, especially if their plans include U.S. travel or other off-peninsula destinations. Discuss the hazards associated with improper on and off-duty conduct, alcohol abuse, sexual assault, suicide prevention, outdoor recreational activities and compliance with off-limit areas and establishments. Leaders must continue to encourage employees to take care of themselves and their personnel. Lets work together to ensure all of our IMCOM Korea Family enjoys an accident-free Fourth of July holiday without the loss of life or serious injury. x
Gen. Walter L. Sharp, commander of United Nations Command, Combined Forces Command and U.S. Forces Korea, said the South Korea-U.S. Alliance is ready to counter any provocations against South Korea. DoD photo by Cherie Cullen
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Eighth Army Commanding General Lt. Gen. John D. Johnson talks about the Joint Investigation Teams probe into claims that Agent Orange was buried on Camp Carroll in 1978. U.S. Army photo by Cpl. Hong Yoon-ki
Testing and Evaluation A cadre of environmental experts from South Korea and the United States has conducted a non-intrusive survey of the area identified by witness Stephen House at the location he claims to have buried barrels of Agent Orange. The survey included the use of ground penetrating radar and magnetometers. They have begun surveying a second site identified by other witnesses and the 1992 and 2004 documents at the other side of the Camp Carroll helipad area. Following this, the experts will survey the remainder of the helipad area. The Joint Investigation Team released water samples taken outside Camp Carroll by the Korean Government on June 16. These samples did not contain any indication of Agent Orange, while containing trace amounts of dioxin at measurements not harmful to humans and below background levels in the surrounding community. Water samples have also been taken from 22 wells on Camp Carroll. The results of those tests will be announced, along with analysis of the GPR and magnetometer surveys. The Way Ahead Interviews and records research will continue until all available pertinent information is recovered. Non-intrusive surveying should be complete by mid-July. The results of the non-intrusive surveys and water testing will refine the plan for follow-on testing. To date, no evidence of Agent Orange has been discovered either on Camp Carroll or in the adjacent community. x
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The following entries were excerpted from the police blotters the previous week. These entries may be incomplete and do not imply guilt or innocence. USAG Red Cloud Wrongful Use of a Controlled Substance (Spice): Subjects 1 and 2 committed the offense of smoking Spice in their barracks room. Both individuals were advised of their legal rights and admitted to the offense. USAG Yongsan Larceny of Exchange funds: Subject was observed via security camera removing the price tag from a pair of pants and then pairing the pants with a shirt to pass it off as a set in the Main Post Exchange. She then exited the building without rendering proper payment for the pants. The Subject was apprehended and transported to the provost marshals office, where they were processed and released. Traffic Accident with Injuries: Subject operating a private vehicle, struck Victim 1s private vehicle, in which Victim 2 was a passenger. Both Victims sustained injuries consisting of chest pain and were transported via ambulance to the Emergency Room for medical attention. Both vehicles were damaged. Both parties reported utilization of their seatbelts. USAG Daegu Assault: Subject and Victim were involved in a verbal altercation which turned physical when the Subject pushed the Victim and struck her in the face with a closed fist. Upon arrival of Korean National Police, the Subject was transported to the KNP Station and processed. Assault: Two Subjects and a Victim were involved in a verbal altercation which turned physical when Subjects 1 and 2 struck the Victim. Both Subjects were apprehended and transported to the Korean National Police Station where they were processed and released into military police custody. They were transported to the provost marshals office. Osan Air Base Underage Drinking: Subject was administered a Portable Breath Test with a result of .023 percent Blood Alcohol Content, during a random check upon entering the installation. The Subject was apprehended, transported to the provost marshals office, then processed. Failure to Obey a Lawful Order: Subject disobeyed a lawful order by returning to International Cultural Ville after being told to leave by security forces. The Subject was apprehended, transported to the provost marshals office, then processed and released to his unit with instructions to report back to the PMO later due to his intoxication.
Located upstream of Cheonggyecheon, Cheonggye Plaza is the first starting point of the tributaries of the main stream. It is forested by tall buildings in the heart of the city, creating a special effect in harmony with the surrounding nature. The plaza has become one of the cultural center stages, such as Seoul Plaza, where various cultural and arts events and programs are held. Spring by Class Oldenburg from Sweden is one of the prominent art installations displayed in Cheonggye Plaza. Oldenburg transforms trivial objects found in the city into beautiful art works and represents symbolic images of the city, as shown in his work Spring. This towering and magnificent 20 meters high art installation is escorted by the skyscrapers which surround it on all sides. To get there take Line 5 to Gwanghwamun Station, walk 20 meters from Exit 5. U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Jeong Yee-taek
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Rosita, a famous Sesame Street character, gives a hug to excited children at Camp Caseys Carey Fitness Center, June 27. U.S. Army Photo by Sgt. Jin Choi
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Golden Imrie (left), Camp Red Cloud librarian, hands out a t-shirt to a youth who is participating in Camp Caseys A Midsummer Knights READ kick off program at Camp Caseys Gateway Club, June 23. U.S. Army Photo by Sgt. Jin Choi
The U.S. Army Garrison Red Cloud Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation brought in entertainment, including a clown who shaped balloons into flowers, to create a fun filled party atmosphere. Families were also treated to a Samulnori or Korean traditional percussion performance by Bosan Elementary School students from Dongducheon. The troupe enthusiastically beat their child-size drums and gongs in a high-energy 10-minute performance for their American neighbors. It was awesome, said April Miller, spouse of Cpl. Antione Miller, Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 1st Battalion, 72nd Armor Regiment, who brought her 3-year-old daughter, Alivia. My daughter had lots of fun today and made lots of friends, Miller said. She likes reading so, she showed lots of interest when Ms. Thompson read a book for the children. iREAD, which was initiated by the Illinois Library Association in 1981, is celebrating its 30th anniversary of delivering summer reading materials to thousands of families on more than 270 military installations worldwide. x
Son Yong-ho from the Korean Service Corps cleans mold accumulating in a Camp Jackson barracks. Directorate of Public Works crews have been working to control mold on Area I installations. U.S. Army Photo by Robert Haynes
CAMP RED CLOUD Mold is part of the natural environment and it can wreak havoc in buildings in Korea between May and the end of September. It begins growing indoors when mold spores land on surfaces that are wet. The best way to control mold is to eliminate moisture. Below are some tips to assist with mold control. Do keep doors and windows closed during the air-conditioning season, and open window blinds and close doors. Do use the exhaust fan in kitchens and bath/shower rooms. Do report or fix leaky plumbing and leaks as soon as possible. Do watch for condensation and wet spots. Do keep heating, ventilation and air-conditioning drip pans clean, flowing properly and unobstructed. Do remove excessive lint from dryer screens and vent tubes (behind machine). Do report all plumbing leaks and other water problems as soon as possible. Dry all items completely. Do scrub mold off hard surfaces with detergent or any general purpose cleaning agent and dry completely. Use gloves, mask and goggles while cleaning. Do keep you windows closed and the thermostat set to 74 degrees or lower during the air-conditioning season. Never turn off the HVAC system during deployments or prolonged absences. Do wipe off excessive moisture in areas that you can safely reach. Do check to ensure your bathroom ventilation fan is operational. Do close the shower room door and turn on the ventilation fan after use. Do ensure wet clothes and other wet items are promptly cleaned and dried within 24 hours. Do place a work order immediately if the air-conditioning drip pan overflows. Do keep the laundry room door and windows closed when machines are in use; they create moisture. Dont leave outside doors and windows open while the airconditioning is running. Dont block air-conditioning vents to regulate room temperature. Dont mix Clorox and ammonia when cleaning mold. If problems persist, call the Directorate of Public Works at 730-3729 or 732-7714. x
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Ryan Kwok, HHC, 1st Heavy Brigade Combat Team, glides along Casey Boulevard during the Warrior Country Individual Triathlon Championship. Kwok finished first in the mens senior division. Courtesy photo by Jeffrey Rivers
Christopher Tung, a civilian contractor for 8th Army Civil Military Operations at Yongsan Garrison who finished first in the mens junior division, cruises through the rain during the 20-kilometer bicycle event of the Warrior Country Individual Triathlon at Camp Casey, June 25. Tung finished in 1 hour, 8 minutes and 21 seconds - 26 second better than his 8th Army Triathlon time from 2010. Courtesy photo by Jeffrey Rivers
Shannon Syphus from Company B, 6th Battalion, 37th Field Artillery Regiment works to complete the 400-meter swim, the first event in the Warrior Country Individual Triathlon Championship at Camp Caseys Hanson Field House, June 25. In her first triathlon, Syphus took first place in the womens division. Courtesy photo by Jeffrey Rivers
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YONGSAN GARRISON - Two former citizens of the Democratic Peoples Republic of Korea, known to most as North Korea, shared their stories of life inside the country during the Voices from the North exhibit at the Movie Theater June 20. For some, its a life of devotion to the supreme leader, flying around the world to launder money and set up shady sales to enhance his interests. Its stuffing $20 million USD into bags to be sent back to the capital to fuel the continuing search for global power. It is the knowledge that if they fail, youll be the scapegoat. For others, its destitution and survival. Baths and laundry are once-a-year events, as the cost of charcoal to heat the water is extravagant. Food is whatever you could raise, since the revaluation of the national currency and the collapse of the economic model turned your ration slips into meaningless paper. Winters are harsh, and even the residents of Pyongyang have to bundle up, their central heating systems having failed years ago. North Korea, to this day, remains a place of mystery for many of the people outside the land of the Kim Dynasty. Internet is nonexistent, televisions and radios are communal items locked in the grips of state-run media, and the capital is a province in itself, separate from the country to keep any visitors from seeing the true face of the Democratic Peoples Republic of Korea. There are some, however, that choose to leave this devotion behind and find refuge elsewhere. Taking trains to the borders, hiding from roving patrols to cross into China. Laying still for hours to avoid being caught and sent to the prisons. Running from the only home you knew, to find a better life in another country. These were the stories that Kim, Guang-jin, a former banker in North Korea and a senior fellow at the Institute of National Security Strategy and the Committee for Human Rights in North Korea, and Joseph Park, a law student in South Korea who defected ten years ago shared. Their stories are those of people who left one of the most secretive and oppressive countries in the world. Their words hold meaning for those outside the nation as first-hand accounts of the reality on the other side of the Demilitarized Zone. In the movie theater lobby, there were poster boards set up with descriptions of the life suffered by prisoners in North Korea. The boards told a grim story of malnourishment, degradation and hostility to the people held inside those camps. On other boards were stories from defectors on the lives of the people, from the cold winters to the lack of food prevalent in the entire country. Kim, on his first time speaking on Yongsan Garrison, kept the discussion on the current state of the regime. He focused on the hereditary succession going on in North Korea, the end of the rule of Kim Jong-il and the need for international support on enhancing human rights inside North Korea. What is needed above all is firm determination and preparedness from the international community, Kim said. He talked about his time as a banker in North Korea, where he and his partners would use the bank to raise money via international scams before withdrawing it and sending it to Kim Jong-il, who redistributed the money as he saw fit, namely their nuclear program and his closest assistants. He closed his speech by saying that the dangers of the state of North Korea could only be lessened by the international communitys effort. Joseph Parks story shows a completely different image of life in North Korea than from the pictures from Pyongyang. He escaped at the age of 19, making his way through China and Mongolia before heading to South Korea to begin his studies in law. He talked about the daily lives, from their leisure time to their education and brainwashing. When I was 15, my father called me, Park said,
remembering his time in North Korea. He asked me my age, and I said, 15. He told me My generation is done here, my generation cannot escape. But your generation can escape this hell. After that, with support from his family, he left home. He was raised with North Korean propaganda, and how they arent allowed to dream. He remembers his fathers words, and decided to go after his dream after he graduated from high school. At first, he told his father he wouldnt leave. His father then handed him food, money, a map and an address for a family friend in China. His father told him to contact his great-uncle, who was living in Seattle. He talked about the train that he took, devoid of glass, people hanging on to the roof, despite the power cables that electrocuted people with 30,000 volts. Though his wait was only two days, delays could reach up to 15 days. The border town was simple. When nighttime came, he remembered the complete darkness that enveloped the town. He found himself hiding in a field during the winter, the dry leaves under the snow echoing in the nighttime, waiting up to an hour to move. He hid from patrols, taking his chance to run across the frozen river. He saw the North Korean countryside and Chinese city in the distance, startled at the difference in light. When he arrived, he was told that Chinese Police would patrol the towns to return people to North Korea, which kept him on his feet until he reached the train station. After that it was from station to station, hiding in restrooms to avoid train conductors checking tickets as he traveled farther from North Korea. He remembered the skyscrapers in one town, advertisements with models in underwear or coats, experiencing culture shock. It was his first impression of capitalism, the idea of an outside world blocked by the regime. Over 18 hours and ten trips to the restroom, he found himself lost in his destination. After several trips around the train station, a tourist directed him to an area of town with a large Korean population. From there, he was able to contact the family friend. Another first for Joseph, his first ride in a car, was on his way to his destination. A year and a half later, he met his great-uncle in China after his story was sent to a Korean-American radio station in Seattle. From there, he traveled north to Mongolia where he began to work on his citizenship application for South Korea. Six months after he arrived, he was contacted by the embassy. Joseph Park was a South Korean citizen. He then set out for Seoul, enrolling himself in school and work-
This is a graph detailing the number of defectors from North Korea, from 1990 to 2009. From 1953 to 1989, there were 604 defections. In total, 15,569 have defected from North Korea since Sept. 21, 1953, when the Armistice was signed and No Kum-Sok, a North Korean Pilot, flew across the border in a MiG-15 as the first defector. Courtesy of Ministry of Unification, South Korea
ing towards a career in law. Both of their tales shine light on what few people will ever see. The conditions that drive people to leave their homes and their cultures, brought on by oppression and neglect. They give us an insight into what it must be like living in such a culture. After the presentation and the questions asked by the crowd, Kim told a personal story of his defection. In 2003 the economy of Korea was in bad shape, and he knew that if he did not escape, hed be a likely candidate as a scapegoat. What finally made me decide to escape was that if I hadnt, the result would be the same for my family and my parents. So I made the decision to defect. I lived for more than 30 years in North Korea, with the brainwashing and the hostile approach to thinking of South Korea, Kim said. My understanding was that if I escaped North Korea, South Korea would welcome me. So I escaped to Seoul. Speaking about the reunification of North and South Korea, Kim sees it as a foregone conclusion. Though he said there would be challenges in preparing North Korea for the world today after their prolonged isolation, he didnt see it as a matter of politics, only of time. It depends only on when we reunify, Kim said. Reunification, I think, is the fate of the Korean people. So having preparation for that and working on that is my obligation and my duty. To pay back to my family, my brothers and sisters, and I am very happy to do that. Before he left, Kim gave a message to the people of Yongsan Garrison. As a person from North Korea, I want to thank the American Army, the American people, for their contribution and their devotion and dedication to a better life for North Koreans and the reunification of Korea. x
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USAG Yongsan Garrison Commander Col. William Huber poses for a photo with Judy Kim, a recent 5th grade graduate after the 5th Grade Promotion Ceremony in the Seoul American High School Auditorium June 15. The Promotion Ceremony was meant to help the soon-to-be 6th graders understand the importance of their transition to middle school. - U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Cody Harding
including several students that represented SAES in the National Honor Society. Col. William Huber, commander of U.S. Army Garrison Yongsan, said that the class of 2018 was taking a large step in their progress by moving from elementary to middle school. He told them theyd done a great job on their projects, including science and reading projects assigned by their teachers. Knowledge is power, Huber said. You have acquired this power over many long hours in the classroom, many long hours of homework, and the most important thing about this power is that no one can take it away from you. Once the speeches were done, every 5th grader was called up to the stage, one by one, to get their certificate of graduation from the principal. Every name was called, and every student was recognized for their grand accomplishment. I think its important to recognize what theyve accomplished, Anthony said. And this is a major transition period where they move from childhood to adolescence, and they are moving from elementary school to middle school. I think its important to acknowledge that and mark that moment in time for them.x
todays lunch last night. Its a little stressful and tense with all the higher ranking people looking down over our shoulders. But it shouldnt be hard if you are confident in what you do. I hope to get something rewarding out of this, said Pfc. Iesha Davis from Echo Company, 2-2 Assault. The Phillip A. Connelly Awards Program for Excellence in the Army Food Service is a joint venture of the International Food Service Executives Association and The Department of the Army. The main purpose is to improve food and food service provided to the Soldier, and to recognize food service specialists for their achievements. It was named in honor of Phillip A. Connellys dedication to promote Military food service. The results of todays competition will come out in the middle of July. The DFAC that wins on the Korean peninsula will get a chance to go all Army and compete against other winners from around the globe.
Spc. Maryfrance Diaz and Spc. Isaac Han from Echo Company, 2-2 Assault prepare food before they dish out meals to Soldiers during the Philip A. Connelly Competition held at the K-16 Rotor Wash Cafe June 15. - U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Choi Sung-il
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To my husband and I Independence Day to us celebrates the lives that we have lost during wars but celebrating the freedom that we have as Americans. We will be celebrating Independence Day at Liberty Fest on Osan AB.
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Sparky, the mascot for the Yongsan Garrison fire department, sits down in front of his birthday cake at the Yongsan Fire Station June 15. - U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Cody Harding
their fire safety campaign, is to help train children on how to react in case of an emergency. Theyre told to Call Sparky whenever theres a fire, and Sparky shows them several essential fire-safety tips. Sparky is trained to do stop, drop and roll, and he teaches kids how to do that, Oxendine said. He shows them how to crawl out of the house, stay low to the ground and dont breathe smoke into their lungs. When everyone was assembled, Sparky got to sit up on a chair in front of his cake, wearing his birthday hat as the candle on the cake was lit for him. The Fire Department and guests than sang Happy Birthday. Sparky, now busy chewing on his birthday hat, wasnt available to put out the candle.x
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USAG Yongsan Garrison Commander Col. William Huber and graduates of the Hired! Program cut a cake together during a graduation ceremony at Main Post Club June 16. - U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Choi Sung-il
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Pfc. Asbury of Headquarters Battery, 6-52 ADA Battalion, serving breakfast for a Soldier inside a Mobile Kitchen Trailor (MKT) during the 2011 EUSA Connelly Award Comeptition Field Kitchen Category. 24 June, 2011, Suwon Airbase.
serve not only a delectable but more importantly, a hygienic meal. My team and I are being evaluated this morning on our ability to provide quality food service in a field environment in accordance with all the published standards and procedures, Asbury said. She has been working at the Suwon DFAC since her arrival in Korea last December. And there is more than meets the eyes, or taste buds, when it comes to a field kitchen evaluation. A myriad of tasks are being evaluated this morning, to include even the most miniscule detail on the paper record of the equipment being utilized, the correct temperature of cooking and dish washing, and the proper layout of a food service site, said Staff Sgt. Lindell Smith, the Suwon DFAC competition team NCOIC. For this reason, Smith told his team prior to the competition, Remember the key to success this morning would be attention to detail. To add to the stress of the competition is that fact that part of the evaluation also requires the food service team to react to simulated enemy attacks. Fortunately, judging by the positive reaction from the evaluators, the Su-
won DFAC team has followed Smiths advice and performed well during the evaluation. Chief Warrant Officer Four Don Urie, who is the chief evaluator from 8th Army G4, expressed that he was very pleased and impressed with what he witnessed today. Urie said, I am especially impressed with the junior 92Gs [food service specialist] taking charge and performing above their pay grade this morning. Asbury and her team said they felt even prouder that night when they found out that Suwon DFAC had edged over stiff competitors from around the Peninsula and will be representing 8th Army during this years Department of the Army Phillip Connelly Award Competition Field Kitchen Category. The Department of the Army title is the ultimate prize. Philip Connelly Competition is an annual food service competition that evaluates U.S. Army food service personnel stationed around the world on their ability to prepare food, uphold the standard to taste and nutrition, while maintaining sanitation requirements. According to Urie, one of the biggest benefits of the Connelly Award is that it brings the much-needed attention to a special and dedicated group of Soldiers [Army food preparation specialists] who perhaps have the hardest but least recognized MOS in the U.S. Army today. The 8th Army Phillip Connelly Award Garrison Category Winner will be announced in July. x
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Lt. Col. Seena Tucker, commander for the 41st Signal Battalion, places a medal around the neck of Da-Hyun Yoon, 4th grade student at Samkwang Elementary School at the conclusion of an English speaking contest held at the school June 22. U.S. Army photo by Alexis R. Ramos
to life and others used some comedy to get their message across. Once each student finished telling their stories, the scores were tallied up and the winners for each grade were chosen. The 41st battalion commander presented medals to the winners along with certificate of appreciation and gifts to each student, while Command Sgt. Maj. Maurice Rambert, 41st Signal Battalion, provided the drum roll as each name was announced. After the announcing of the winners, everyone came together for group photos. The goal of the event today was to provide a friendly competition between the students and see who the best overall English speaker in each grade. The overall goal of the Good Neighbor Program is to help the students with their English and to help the relations between American Soldiers and the Korean community outside of our normal practices, said Smith. I think we met our goal. x
SEOUL Staff Sgt. Bobby McKnight from the 8th Army Civil Affairs unit in South Korea has volunteered at the Namsanwon Orphanage here in Myeongdong for seven years. Im a Christian and part of my belief is that following God requires love in every possible way, said McKnight. Ive always loved kids. The Namsanwon Orphanage has 50 children ranging from a threemonth-old to college age adults. According to Namsanwon officials, the orphanage was started in the 1950s to care for the children of Korean soldiers and policemen killed during the Korean War. Now the children come from parents who cannot take care of them and some of the children are rescued from abusive situations, said Namsanwon officials. McKnight, an Army Reserve Soldier attached to the Eighth Army, said he started helping during Christmas 2004. At Christmas time, we came over to the orphanage with the Military Police unit that I was with, the 94th, said McKnight. I liked it and so I kept coming. McKnight said he started spending more time with the children teaching English and break dancing and also bringing supplies needed to take care of the children. When they have second hand
Volunteer: Staff Sgt. Bobby McKnight from the 8th Army Civil Affairs unit in South Korea is shown with two of the children form Namsanwon Orphanage in the Myeongdong section of Seoul where he has been volunteering his time for seven years. U.S. Army photo by Pvt. Kim Jae-you
markets, he brings things the children can use, stated the Namsanwon officials. McKnight has delivered school supplies, cribs, toiletries, clothing, mosquito nets and tools. Tools are very important, said McKnight. Soldiers from nearly all the 8th Army units at Yongsan Garrison, including KATUSAs and civilians have helped McKnight by donating supplies and volunteering their time. The 8th Army Civil Affairs, 8th Army Public Affairs, the Reserves Advisors Office Forward Support Attachment, Mr. Keith Green, Mr. Rob-
ert Hisel, Sgt. 1st Class Freida Carter, the Civil Military Operations Center and the military police are just a few McKnight named. Immanuel Baptist Church in El Paso, Texas, sent backpacks, notebooks, toys and other items to the children of Namsanwon. McKnight also accepts baby supplies, bibles and religious materials, feminine products and cleaning supplies. McKnight says he is currently trying to gain support to repair the foundation, which is cracking. He is also trying to get volunteers, materials and tools to renovate a storage building into rooms for babies because there is no place to put the cribs people donated. McKnight said the supplies needed are, All things that are required to build a foundation ... Concrete, wood, tools, concrete bars, foundation items, reinforcement bars, labor, everything. Namsanwon officials said they would like to thank 8th Army and the Yongsan Garrison community for their continued kindness and support. After seven years of regularly helping at Namsanwon, McKnight credited his faith as his inspiration, My biggest influence is Jesus Christ. For more information or an opportunity to support, contact Staff Sgt. Bobby McKnight bobby.mcknight@ us.army.mil or namsanwon@hanmail.net. x
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Catholic Mass Sunday 9 a.m. M, W, T, F 11:45 a.m. Saturday 10 a.m. & 5 p.m. Sunday 9 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. (youth) KATUSA Tuesday Korean-American Service Wednesday 6 p.m. 7 p.m.
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Shown here is an image of the Buddhist Bell. The delicate ornamentation on bell was made possible by well-developed metal casting techniques.
Shown here is a figure of a Sarira case. Sarira are small bead-like remains found originally in the ashes from the cremation of Buddha, and also cremations of Buddhist monks.
DAEGU GARRISON HHC, USAG-Daegu Soldiers visited the Daegu National Museum on 23 June. With learning basic knowledge through a class, they started to tour the museum. Inaugurated on 7 December, 1994, the Daegu National Museum houses approximately 30,000 artefacts of art and archaeology. The main collections focus on the material culture form Daegu, and from the western and northern parts of Gyeongsangbouk-do Province. And also, Daegu National Museum organizes and hosts a wide variety of educational programs and cultural events making it a center for public participation and education in culture and history. The mission of the Daegu National Museum is to provide a popular educational and cultural museum of excellence, fully accessible and open to all visitors. The Daegu National Museum wants to inspire peoples hopes and their dreams. Said Gwon-gu, Kim, the Director of Daegu National Museum. x
This is an image of Dragons head flagstaff. This Dragons head once crowned the flagstaff of a Buddhist temple. The head is boldly modeled with hair and scales rendered in fine incised lines.
Sgt. David W. Anderson, USAG Daegu, experiences the rubbing of a stone inscription at the Korean traditional culture learning center.
This is an image of Buddhist sculpture made in Korea. It is characterized by its roundish benign facial feature, and the well-harmonized proportion of its body.
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Chaplain (Col.) Arthur Pace of 8th Army performs a magic show of faith for audience members at a 2nd Combat Aviation Brigade prayer breakfast June 20 at the Talon Cafe on Camp Humphreys. U.S. Army photo by Cpl. Tim Oberle
SUWON AIR BASE The staccato outburst of anti-aircraft guns rips through the afternoon air as rows of enemy planes dive for their strafing runs on the airfield. United States Soldiers manning the four lonely M-55 gunner positions steadily aim and open fire on the enemy. The men, all assigned to the 507th Air Defense Artillery Battalion, are young and most of them had never been to Korea until a few hours prior. And now, they are fighting for their lives side by side with a contingent of Republic of Korea Soldiers, whose language they cannot understand but whose support they appreciate. The Soldiers know they have an important mission to protect a strategic airstrip surrounded by rice paddies in a small town named Suwon. It was June 29, 1950, only three days after the North Korean Army crossed the 38th Parallel.
Brigadier Gen. Jeon Kwon Cheon, 10th Fighter Wing Commander, took the time to thank both the ROK and U.S. service members who have served before in the defense of the peace and prosperity of the Peninsula. The U.S.-ROK alliance serves as a powerful deterrent against future aggression and must be sustained for years to come. Lieutenant Col. William Darne, commander of 6-52, echoed a similar sentiment. Recent events such as the YP-Do attack and the sinking of Cheonan serve as a sobering reminder that the sacred peace our forefathers securedcan only be sustained with our great alliance and our willingness to carry on their legacy, he said. As I stand in front of this formation of dedicated U.S. and ROK service members, I have no doubt we are up for that task. At the conclusion of the ceremony, ROK officials provided U.S. participants each with a seaweedwrapped rice ball, which was the stable food crop during the Korean War and the same subsistence provided to GIs, to relive the spirit of Gachi-Gabshida or We go together. x
Soldiers from the 6th Battalion, 52nd Air Defense Artillery and Airmen from the Republic of Koreas 10th Fighter Wing solemnly bow their heads during a Korean War Memorial Ceremony on Suwon Air Base. U.S. Army photo by Capt. Austin Liu
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By 2nd. Lt. Susan Mejia 6-52 Air Defense Artillery
CAMP HUMPHREYS Soldiers from the 6th Battalion, 52nd Air Defense Artillery conducted vehicle rollover training here using the HMMWV Egress Assistance Trainer, or HEAT. HEAT helps Soldiers learn how to escape from a rolled-over vehicle. A maximum of five Soldiers are allowed inside the trainer at one time. Each passenger must hold a rubber M16A2 in addition to the usual helmets, body armor, and gloves. The Soldiers occupy one of the following seats: drivers seat, passenger seat, gunner, or rear passenger seats. Before the Soldiers get to experience what a rollover would feel like they must attend a safety class and understand the reasons to why a rollover occurs and what to do in the situation. As the first five Soldiers got in and received their gear, some had a look of uncertainty on their faces. The instructors had cameras inside the HMMWV and turned on the monitors outside the trainer so the observers could see the participants reaction. The instructors explained the participants would experience turnovers of 30, 60, 90, and 180 degrees. They must then get out of the vehicle as fast and safe as possible.
Sergeant Justin Rogers of F Company called the training worthwhile. It is a good experience for all Soldiers to go through because this could happen not only in combat but also during every day missions, and you can never be too prepared, he said. Soldiers, including the gunner, must be properly trained to open safety restraints and learn how to exit the vehicle through doors in a variety of rotated positions. HEAT teaches Soldiers how to stay oriented and ensure their equipment stays secure. It also gives them practice unlocking their seat belts and doors while being completely upside down. The HEAT trainer has become the U.S. Army standard for egress training and has been made part of required training for all Soldiers. x
Soldiers from the 6th Battalion, 52nd Air Defense Artillery practice rollover drills. U.S. Army photo by 2nd Lt. Susan Mejia
license number and estimated arrival time. The taxis will have access onto Camp Humphreys only and not Osan Air Base. A customer using the company to get to Osan would have to get out at the gate at Songtan. Many of the drivers may initially be unfamiliar with Camp Humphreys, so patience is urged as they learn the routes. x
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CAMP HUMPHREYS If he had done it on Osan Air Base, Air Force Capt. David Temple may have gotten a speeding ticket. Temple had to average more than the Osan speed limit of 32 kilometers per hour to post the time he did during the Camp Humphreys Triathlon June 25. So did second-place finisher Master Sgt. Nathan Stahl and the 532nd Military Intelligence team Temple completed the 400-meter swim, 20-kilometer bicycle ride and five-kilometer run with a time of one hour, three minutes and 40 seconds, just 39 seconds slower than the 532nd A+B2 team (1:03.01) and 1:27 faster than Stahl (1:05.07). The womens winner was Tasumi Rie (1:09.52) A total of 57 Soldiers, Civilians and Family members, both U.S. and Korean, participated. Actually, this is great weather for an event like this, said Stahl, whose wife, Sarah, won the womens Under-32 division. The pool water is warmer than the outside air, but it wont take you long to get warm once you get on the bike. In the individual competition, participants started with four laps in the Splish & Splash pool followed by four bicycle loops from the water park to Soldier Field, and finally, a run from the pool to a turnaround near 3rd Military Intelligence headquarters. Individuals did all three events, while teams had a swimmer, a bicyclist, and a runner. x
Jose Gomez, one of 57 entrants in the Camp Humphreys triathlon, tackles the five-kilometer run portion of the event. U.S. Army photo by Mike Mooney
SAMC board that is held quarterly here in Korea. The journey to become a member of the elite group is often a two-way street. Command Sgt. Maj. Timothy Hockenberry, the command sergeant major of 6-52 Air Defense Artillery Battalion, shared that senior NCOs in the command have an inherent responsibility to recognize, coach, teach, and mentor NCOs with the potential to succeed at higher level of responsibility, such as trying out for the SAMC. According to Hockenberry, who previously sat on an SAMC board, It is the job of senior NCOs to push their qualified Soldiers in the direction until they are ultimately inducted into the SAMC and that often entails us to pick them up, dust them off, and tell them to try again. The Area III SAMC holds a monthly steering committee meeting at the Camp Humphreys Super Gym every second Tuesday of the month at 5:30 p.m. The point of contact is Delvalle at area III SAMC@ gmail.com. The USAG Humphreys SAMC study group meets the first and second Wednesdays of the month at noon. The Osan study group meets Thursdays at 4 p.m. in Building 998. x
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DAEGU GARRISON Every Soldier requires weapons, food, supplies and vehicles, but what many probably dont realize is that one organization is responsible for just about everything a Soldier needs to get the job done. The USAG Daegu Directorate of Logistics (DOL) provides training and readiness support to active duty and reserve component units, state and federal agencies, and a number of other equally important customers ensuring they are able to accomplish their mission. To accomplish that mission requires among other things, a team that is committed and fit. Realizing the importance of both, DOL employees took the bull by the horns and began a physical fitness program that required a lot of determination. Their outcome speaks to that determination. Between Nov.15, 2010, and May 25, 2011, 112 logistics employees have logged a total of 19,031 miles in over a 6,920-hour period, reporting a collective loss of 532 pounds. According to Randy B. Cheniault, Director of logistics, USAG Daegu, the fitness program was organized to support DOLs Strategic Action Plan, and to encourage teambuilding while creating a sustainable and healthy workforce. He said, The staff put this together. We organized a small discussion group and came up with an objective that would first ensure that our employees were fit physically. I then presented the idea to the staff. From that point we worked together to come up with our current program. It was a joint venture. All the planning and coordinating seems to have been well worthwhile. The DOL director is more than proud to report the stats to date. The program has been a great success. I feel very good about it because this has not only been about losing weight, but improving your mental and physical health as well. The outcome has been great for the 112 employees who participated voluntarily. DOL supply specialist Chong, Yong sun, a participant in the fitness program said, I often felt if my physical condition is not good, then my mental condition would not be good. So I participated in this fitness program to improve my overall health. I work better when I feel better. Cheniault further explained that the DOL fitness program is based on what the participants like to do. Whether
Participants in DOLs physical fitness program make good use of their lunch time as they jog around Victory Field, Camp Henry. From left to right are Randy Davis, Mun Hye-chin, Kim Kwang-chol, Seo Gil-sung, Randy Cheniault and Chong Yong-sun.
they like walking, biking, swimming or running whatever they choose, they do that and they keep a record. The record contains how many miles, hours and pounds they lost. Periodically the group adds up the amount of weight lost, so as to monitor their success. Thus far, Randy Davis, Chief of DOLs Transportation Division, leads the fitness effort. He now holds the title of the biggest loser among the participants, losing 36 pounds in just seven months. Davis said, Keeping the commitment to exercise everyday and keeping the commitment to eat the right foods was the most challenging part of losing my weight. Its not easy to resist the temptation of junk foods like a piece of cake but I endure. The compliments like Mr. Davis, you lost a lot of weight! You look good that builds up my self esteem and makes feel good inside. So I try harder and harder. The program has thus far really helped Kim, Kwang chol who stopped smoking and drinking losing 20 pounds as a result. He said, Since the program started How many pounds did you lose or have you lost has become the conversation topic in the DOL office. We are always encouraging and motivating each other. My focus is constantly on exercising. As amazing as the DOL fitness program sounds it could not succeed without the supervisors support. According to Mun, Hye chin, Mr. Cheniault has been a big help. Employees can focus on exercising because he is such a great supporter of this fitness program. He frequently checks to see if were exercising or not. Therefore we can comfortably go and take part in that activity. Davis said, Mr. Cheniault is a great supervisor. He put the challenge out for everybody. He knew it was good for the whole DOL. Yet, he did not push anyone. There are some people up in years, and we had to take into consideration their welfare because we dont want anyone to get hurt. So, the challenge went out for people to participate willingly, if theyd like. Mr. Cheniault motivated others employees as well. There are a lot of employees in DOL. We are all nonsmokers. However, there are quite a number of other employees who go down and take a smoke break, maybe five to six times a day. They lose over an hour a day just on smoke break. If they would take that hour and go exercise, you would see how different their life could change. For example Mr. Kim, instead of running down to take a smoke break every hour like some people often do in a daytime, he turned that over to exercise time and gets more out of it. Wrapping up Cheniault said, I believe that physical fitness is very important and so I think people should work on themselves. There are at least five areas that people should work on spiritually, physically, mentally, emotionally and socially. Those areas give us balance. That is my whole theme. I would say that physical fitness is just one part of a balanced individual. This is an ongoing process. For that reason, this DOL fitness program is not likely to end any time soon. Anyone desiring to challenge their limitations can participate in the USAG Daegu DOL Physical Fitness Program. x
rivers, ocean beach areas or other natural bodies of water for activities such as wading, swimming, bathing, diving, boating, skin/scuba diving or ice skating are off limits unless specifically approved for use by the area or installation commander. These areas may be used for fishing, sunbathing, or other activities in which contact with the water is minimal. As an exception to these restrictions, personnel participating in group tours sponsored by various organizations within the ROK may participate fully in tour activities. d. Heat Injury Prevention Encourage personnel to stay within their limits while engaging in recreational activities and to drink plenty of water. 2. As we enjoy this most celebrated holiday, always keep an eye out for potential safety hazards and please look after one another. I need your support in making this 4th of July celebration incident free. Have a safe and enjoyable holiday! x
Camp Henry Auto Skills Free inspection: we will provide free inspection, before your long trips in Korea to ensure your car is running properly. Its time for summer maintenance: Maintain and inspect your AC system. Its important to get your air conditioner checked for leaks and rechardged to ensure optimal performance during the hot summer months. For more information please call 768-8164 Financial Counseling Services Financial counseling for Soldiers and family members with emphasis on managing personal finances and tracking spending habits. Development of a personal financial plan, retirement plan, and college saving plan. Call the ACS financial readiness program office, 768-8127 or 768-7112. Kids Club Register your child for our Jr. Membership Program. Program benefits include quarterly appreciation nights, $5 gift coupon for thier birthday and other great events. Open to kids ages 5-12. For more information, call the Evergreen Community Club, 764-4060. Camp Carroll Paintball Range Now open on Saturday and Sunday 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. $15 per person and it includes first 500 pellets. No reservations or teams required. Eye Protection, Long Sleeves, Long pants, Sneakers or Boots covering ankles are required. For more information call 765-8325/7062 or 7647484. Camp Walker AAFES Extended Operating Hours. 4th of July 2011 (1 day). Camp Walker Main PX 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Camp Walker Food Court 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Camp Walker Filling Station 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Camp Walker Burger King 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. For more information call 764-5171/5188 Overnight Tour to Bo-ryeong Mud Festival Theme: Find the essence to wellbeing (mud) in nature. Mud experience pool, childrens mud pool, mud slides, mud prison, mud wrestling contest, mud hurdles, beach massage and more. Bus departs from the Walker Commissary at 8 a.m. and Carroll CAC at 9:00 a.m in July 16. Operation Rising Star Starts Sept. 9th at the Hilltop Club. One talented singer will win an all expenses paid, three-day professional recording studio experience in Hollywood, California. Singers must be Active Duty, Reserve, National guard, or their Family Members. 18 and older with a valid DoD ID card. Visit OpRisingStar.com for more information.
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DAEGU GARRISON A few good men and women from HHC USAG Daegu, and the Dept. of Logistics, did something profoundly neighborly on Jun. 17. The tiny group of individuals piled into a vehicle and delivered their bi-annual gift donations drive to a randomly selected Daegu charity. Supporting the effort, Sgt. 1st Class Ward William Ward teamed up with his colleagues to make a difference. Their Good Neighbor project consisted of donations that included clothes, shoes, refurbished bicycles, snacks and drinks to an orphanage all in hopes of keeping smiles on some tiny faces, while in some small way lessening the financial burden of the facility. According to Ward, We dont want to just donate something and run. We also like to stay and visit with the children. We enjoy reading to them and teaching them English, especially if time permits. We like doing this because we want the children to know they are not forgotten and they are not alone. It is truly a worthwhile Good Neighbor effort. Sgt. 1st Class Ward has nearly completed his tour in Korea. He said he will miss participating in these types of projects. He added, If other units or individuals get involved in this type of community effort just in donating a little bit of their time, I think it will do a lot in strengthening and building a greater and deeper bond between the U.S. and Korea. It is the kind of team building that ensures everybody comes out on top. x
Sgt. 1st William Ward has the attention of a young boy as they peruse the pages of childrens book. Sgt. 1st Class Ward was among a tiny group of individuals visiting a local orphanage during their annual gift donations project.
feedback from those close to us and people who work very near to us. The truth is, whether we admit it or not it feels good when we get compliments. The problem is - each of us do not always give or get compliments as often as we could or should get them. Some of us live in the shadows of those who appear to do better what we do best. And sometimes it looks like everybody else gets recognized and complimented when we do all the work. For some of us it feels like we do okay but we dont excel at anything. And we start to think that we are extremely common. When compared to others were not as pretty, not as smart, not as talented, not as well dressed, and not as successful. Yet we have a hunger for praise, a strong need
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Camp Walker Lodge employee takes aim and wins skeet shooting competition
said that the opportunity for a new hobby came after the Daegu shooting range, built by the Daegu Infrastructure Management Corporation opened its doors to everyone. He visited the facility, and from that experience, he found himself hooked. Since then he has been visiting there whenever he has free time. After about a year and a half of time devoted to skeet shooting, Kim decided to display his skills by participating in the city-wide skeet shooting event. His efforts paid off. The Camp Walker Lodge employee won the individual division challenge, as well as the team competition-- hitting 70 clay targets out of 75. It all depended on mentality. I c a l m ly fo c u s e d o n t h e t a rge t and did not concentrate on how many targets I was hitting, because thinking about my score only added pressure on me. This is an astonishing accomplishmentespecially since most other competitors on average have been doing skeet shooting for at least eight years. Kim said he has always had interest in weapons. I was in the Republic
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DAEGU GARRISON All too often we are surprised to find that standing right next to us, is someone that has an amazing talent. In some instances, that talent is so great that winning a big competition almost seems like a given. One such person f itting that description is Kim Kon-u, an employee at the Camp Walker Lodge who recently distinguished himself as the best skeet shooting player in the city of Daegu. Kim has been working on the U.S. Army installation for three years now. Prior to that, he was a lifeguard at the Camp Walker swimming pool. A true people person, his current job at the front desk of the Camp Walker Lodge, allows him to do what he loveswhile doing something he enjoysskeet shooting. It wasnt until soon after working at the Camp Walker Lodge that Kims interest turned to skeet shooting. He
of Korea Marines as a sniper. While I was in the Marines, my unit held a shooting competition and I came in as a second place winner. I also liked to play with BB-guns when I was little, and so handling weapons always interested me, he said. Kim encourages everyone to try skeet shooting. He has taken a few colleagues with him to the range. The Camp Walker employee said, Skeet shooting is a good activity for anybody. You can go to the range with your family, and at the same time you can enjoy an amazing view. x
Kim Kon-u takes aim as he gets ready to fire at a group of clay targets. The targets move quickly from one place to another at random starting points.
Kim Kon-u focuses on the clay target moving in the far distance. -U.S. Army photo by Cpl. Jang Bong-seok.
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