This document provides a summary of Major General Charles A. Anderson's message to Division West troops for the second quarter of fiscal year 2010. It discusses accomplishments in the first quarter including training over 40,000 troops, many of whom received better training than from their active duty units. It outlines continued efforts to improve training for Afghanistan on areas like counter-IED and language/culture. General Anderson stresses maintaining high standards for pre-deployment tasks and focuses on preparing deploying soldiers. He expresses confidence that Division West will continue to adapt successfully to changing demands and conditions.
The article discusses the 4th Infantry Division celebrating its 95th anniversary at Fort Carson by serving a Thanksgiving meal for Soldiers and their Families. It provides a brief history of the 4th Inf. Div.'s participation in several wars since World War I. It also mentions that the meal served to mark the anniversary and that displays were offered to give diners a glimpse into the division's history. The article includes a photo of Soldiers from the 2nd BCT exiting a football field after a pregame ceremony honoring the military at a Denver Broncos game.
The November newsletter from NAVELSG FWD celebrates 217 years of Supply Corps tradition. It features articles on the command change, Supply Corps ball, top marksmen in alpha company, and a presentation on black history month. The newsletter is intended to share deployment experiences with families and friends of deployed sailors.
The article discusses the change of command ceremony for the Installation Management Command (IMCOM) where Lt. Gen. Michael Ferriter assumed command from Lt. Gen. Rick Lynch. It notes that Ferriter comes to the role with experience in Iraq and previously commanded installations at Fort Benning. The Chief of Staff of the Army Gen. Odierno presided over the ceremony and expressed confidence in Ferriter's experience and ability to lead IMCOM. Ferriter emphasized the importance of caring for soldiers and families.
The document summarizes a visit by Gen. David Rodriguez and Command Sgt. Maj. Darrin Bohn, the commanding general and senior enlisted leader of U.S. Army Forces Command, to Fort Carson April 12-13. During their visit, they met with Fort Carson and 4th Infantry Division leaders, toured training areas and facilities, and participated in an honor rally for a fallen Soldier and his family. The FORSCOM leaders observed training and presented coins to outstanding soldiers. They also met with the family of a soldier killed in Iraq to honor his service and sacrifice.
The 11th Quartermaster Company had a productive month, rigging and dropping over 1 million pounds of supplies to support 15 bases. They improved capabilities by using larger T-10 parachutes, allowing more weight and items to be delivered per drop. SPC Foose, SPC Madera, SPC Sanchez, SPC Pelkey, and SPC Mosqera received recognition for their contributions to this improvement. SGT Jernigan was promoted to squad leader and participated in an induction ceremony along with other NCOs. SPC Madera reenlisted for 3 more years of service. The company experienced changes as some Soldiers returned home and leadership roles shifted.
Soldiers from the 2-138th PA National Guard battalion participated in the annual Longrifle Raid to earn the privilege of wearing the Red Cord on their uniforms. The grueling event tested their physical fitness, military skills, and artillery knowledge over challenging courses and exams. After a day-long series of push-ups, obstacle courses, road marches under heavy loads in the heat, and tests on artillery procedures, 21 soldiers succeeded in completing all tasks to earn the distinction of Longrifle Raider.
This document provides a summary of Major General Charles A. Anderson's message to Division West troops for the second quarter of fiscal year 2010. It discusses accomplishments in the first quarter including training over 40,000 troops, many of whom received better training than from their active duty units. It outlines continued efforts to improve training for Afghanistan on areas like counter-IED and language/culture. General Anderson stresses maintaining high standards for pre-deployment tasks and focuses on preparing deploying soldiers. He expresses confidence that Division West will continue to adapt successfully to changing demands and conditions.
The article discusses the 4th Infantry Division celebrating its 95th anniversary at Fort Carson by serving a Thanksgiving meal for Soldiers and their Families. It provides a brief history of the 4th Inf. Div.'s participation in several wars since World War I. It also mentions that the meal served to mark the anniversary and that displays were offered to give diners a glimpse into the division's history. The article includes a photo of Soldiers from the 2nd BCT exiting a football field after a pregame ceremony honoring the military at a Denver Broncos game.
The November newsletter from NAVELSG FWD celebrates 217 years of Supply Corps tradition. It features articles on the command change, Supply Corps ball, top marksmen in alpha company, and a presentation on black history month. The newsletter is intended to share deployment experiences with families and friends of deployed sailors.
The article discusses the change of command ceremony for the Installation Management Command (IMCOM) where Lt. Gen. Michael Ferriter assumed command from Lt. Gen. Rick Lynch. It notes that Ferriter comes to the role with experience in Iraq and previously commanded installations at Fort Benning. The Chief of Staff of the Army Gen. Odierno presided over the ceremony and expressed confidence in Ferriter's experience and ability to lead IMCOM. Ferriter emphasized the importance of caring for soldiers and families.
The document summarizes a visit by Gen. David Rodriguez and Command Sgt. Maj. Darrin Bohn, the commanding general and senior enlisted leader of U.S. Army Forces Command, to Fort Carson April 12-13. During their visit, they met with Fort Carson and 4th Infantry Division leaders, toured training areas and facilities, and participated in an honor rally for a fallen Soldier and his family. The FORSCOM leaders observed training and presented coins to outstanding soldiers. They also met with the family of a soldier killed in Iraq to honor his service and sacrifice.
The 11th Quartermaster Company had a productive month, rigging and dropping over 1 million pounds of supplies to support 15 bases. They improved capabilities by using larger T-10 parachutes, allowing more weight and items to be delivered per drop. SPC Foose, SPC Madera, SPC Sanchez, SPC Pelkey, and SPC Mosqera received recognition for their contributions to this improvement. SGT Jernigan was promoted to squad leader and participated in an induction ceremony along with other NCOs. SPC Madera reenlisted for 3 more years of service. The company experienced changes as some Soldiers returned home and leadership roles shifted.
Soldiers from the 2-138th PA National Guard battalion participated in the annual Longrifle Raid to earn the privilege of wearing the Red Cord on their uniforms. The grueling event tested their physical fitness, military skills, and artillery knowledge over challenging courses and exams. After a day-long series of push-ups, obstacle courses, road marches under heavy loads in the heat, and tests on artillery procedures, 21 soldiers succeeded in completing all tasks to earn the distinction of Longrifle Raider.
The document summarizes the change of command ceremony where Col. John M. McGrath took over as commander of the Fort Carson Medical Department Activity (MEDDAC) from Col. Jimmie O. Keenan. Later that day, Keenan was promoted to major general. The ceremony highlighted Keenan's accomplishments in establishing behavioral health teams and enhancing soldier readiness. The document also discusses a letter from Army leaders emphasizing that hazing will not be tolerated in any form. Finally, it summarizes an article about the Primary Care Department at Evans Army Community Hospital shifting to a team-based approach centered around patient care.
The Growler newsletter provides updates on various units within Combined Task Force Wolverine in Afghanistan. Bravo Troop hit the ground running upon arrival at bases and have been advising Afghan partners. Charlie Troop has been training with Afghan forces and providing security. Delta Company has been supporting various units despite personnel changes and is preparing for equipment retrograde. Headquarters recognized SGT Gregory for reenlisting while stationed in Afghanistan.
The document provides information about the return of 42 Soldiers from the 749th Ordnance Company after a yearlong deployment to Afghanistan. During their deployment, the Soldiers conducted hundreds of combat missions, destroyed over 415 IEDs, and disposed of over 97,000 pounds of explosives. The article also discusses the expansion of the Army's Enlisted Involuntary Early Separation Program to enhance unit readiness for deployments.
The three sentence summary is:
The document is the June 14, 2012 edition of the Fort Meade community newspaper Soundoff which includes articles about the Sergeant Major of the Army visiting Fort Meade and addressing Soldiers, the upcoming graduation of Meade High School class of 2012, and events happening around the base including an Army birthday cake cutting ceremony and a 5K run.
The document summarizes a White House event honoring Iraq War veterans and their families. President Obama and other leaders expressed gratitude to the veterans for their service and sacrifice. Over 5 dozen veterans were in attendance. Defense Secretary Panetta thanked all servicemembers for their commitment, which allowed Iraq to become a self-governing, self-sufficient nation. Vice President Biden praised the veterans' ability to adapt and succeed in their mission, defeating a tyrant and violent extremists while helping Iraq establish new institutions.
Final edition of the durable dispatch compressed versionTricia Verschage
280 soldiers from the Special Troops Battalion returned from a 9 month deployment to Afghanistan. Leaders from the 101st Sustainment Brigade embedded with Task Force Durable to gain understanding of sustainment and retrograde operations in preparation for assuming the mission. The Louisiana National Guard's 1084th Transportation Company assumed convoy security responsibilities from the 396th Transportation Company during a transfer of authority ceremony.
The document provides updates from various units stationed in Afghanistan. It begins with an update from the Special Troops Battalion, 1st Sustainment Brigade which discusses accomplishments over the past month including promotions, awards, and Soldiers reenlisting. It then provides more specific updates from individual companies and units discussing their ongoing missions, training, accomplishments and upcoming transitions. The updates showcase the hard work and dedication of Soldiers as their deployments near an end.
This document provides an update from the commander of Alpha Company to families of soldiers in the company. It introduces the new leadership team and discusses the company's transition to Fort Carson over the summer, including establishing new systems and beginning individual skills training in areas like marksmanship. It also announces upcoming family readiness group meetings and training events to prepare soldiers for an upcoming deployment in 2010.
The document provides an update on training and events from Alpha Company, 1st Battalion 22nd Infantry Regiment in November 2009. It discusses the company's participation in an intensive training competition called Gator Scrimmage that tested soldiers' skills. It also notes promotions in the company and upcoming training plans for collective exercises in January through April 2010 using simulation technologies. The commander expresses pride in the company's performance and preparation for its upcoming deployment to Afghanistan.
The Voice Newsletter
is published quarterly
by the 704th Military
Intelligence Brigade, Fort
George G. Meade, Md.
The Voice is an official
command information
publication authorized
under the provisions of
AR 360-1. The newsletter
serves the members of the
704th Military Intelligence
Brigade, the families and
the warfighter. Circulation
is 500 copies per issue.
Opinions expressed herein
do not necessarily represent
those of Headquarters 704th
Military Intelligence Brigade or
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All photos published in The
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The commander expresses gratitude for serving with the battalion and highlights accomplishments over the past year. He will change command on April 3rd and deploy to Afghanistan. The CSM thanks soldiers and leaders for allowing him to serve and notes the battalion's successful training, including company weapons ranges, demolition training, and a squad competition. The chaplain encourages soldiers to cherish time with family and faith during deployments and transitions, and to find purpose and strength through God.
This newsletter provides information about upcoming events at the flight school in May, including training opportunities, recreational activities, and a change of command ceremony. It also highlights resources for military families and includes an article about ways for flight school students and families to spend quality time together during the demanding training schedule. The change of command ceremony will take place on May 20th at the Aviation Museum to transfer responsibility from the outgoing to incoming commander of Company B, 1st Battalion, 145th Aviation Regiment.
A gathering of key stories and photos that capture some of the action at the U.S. Army's manufacturing center at Watervliet, N.Y., for the month of October 2017. This is a low resolution edition and so, if you wish a higher resolution copy please send a note to: usarmy.watervliet.tacom.list.wvapublicaffairs@mail.mil
The Watervliet Arsenal (pronounced water-vleet) is an Army-owned and -operated manufacturing facility located in Watervliet, New York. The Arsenal is the oldest, continuously active arsenal in the United States having begun operations during the War of 1812.
The document provides updates from various units within the Special Troops Battalion, 1st Sustainment Brigade deployed in Afghanistan. It discusses the battalion's activities over the past month which included Thanksgiving celebrations, promotions, welcoming new units and personnel, and conducting a toy donation march. It highlights the continued hard work and accomplishments of soldiers across the various companies and sections that make up the battalion.
The document provides an update on the various companies of the 1-1 Attack Reconnaissance Battalion over the past few months. It discusses how each company spent the summer conducting individual training and preparation for upcoming events. It previews the battalion's training schedule over the next few months, including helicopter gunnery in September, various company rotations to the National Training Center and other locations for training. The newsletter highlights individual awards and accomplishments across the battalion and encourages volunteerism and family involvement.
The document summarizes news from the U.S. Army Watervliet Arsenal over the course of 2016. Major events included a visit from the New York American Legion commander in January, a $4.6 million contract to produce an improved 81mm mortar bipod in February, approval to use a partner's furnaces for cannon production in March, highlighting the work of the tool room team in April, going live with the Logistics Modernization Program in May after 17 years of preparation, receiving $8.2 million in contracts for Marine Corps mortar barrels and parts in June, a change of command ceremony in July where Col. Joseph R. Morrow took over from Col. Lee H. Schiller Jr., hosting
The Wrangler Magazine is a digital newsletter for the Soldiers, families, and civilians of the 4th Sustainment Brigade. Each edition is released at the end of each quarter during the fiscal year by the Wrangler Public Affairs Office.
Arkansas Minuteman Newspaper August 2009cheathscott
The document provides information about new developments within the Arkansas National Guard. It discusses the unveiling of the UH-72 Lakota helicopter as the new light utility helicopter replacing the aging OH-58 Kiowa. Two Lakotas were delivered initially with more expected to arrive through 2011. The Lakota features improved safety and capabilities over the Kiowa. The document also mentions the Guard focusing on suicide prevention in September and units from the Guard and Reserve training together.
The annual report discusses the accomplishments of the Arkansas National Guard in fiscal year 2008, including deploying over 3,200 soldiers on a second tour in Iraq while also responding to 81 state active duty missions. It highlights the challenges faced and success achieved through the support of families, communities, and employers. The report closes by recognizing the Guard's continued readiness to serve the state and nation at over 10,000 strong.
It is my pleasure to present the Arkansas National Guard\'s annual report for fiscal year 2008. They year\'s success didn\'t come without its challenges, but our Soldiers and Airmen stepped up and answered those challenges with an extremely high level of professionalism.
The document summarizes the change of command ceremony where Col. John M. McGrath took over as commander of the Fort Carson Medical Department Activity (MEDDAC) from Col. Jimmie O. Keenan. Later that day, Keenan was promoted to major general. The ceremony highlighted Keenan's accomplishments in establishing behavioral health teams and enhancing soldier readiness. The document also discusses a letter from Army leaders emphasizing that hazing will not be tolerated in any form. Finally, it summarizes an article about the Primary Care Department at Evans Army Community Hospital shifting to a team-based approach centered around patient care.
The Growler newsletter provides updates on various units within Combined Task Force Wolverine in Afghanistan. Bravo Troop hit the ground running upon arrival at bases and have been advising Afghan partners. Charlie Troop has been training with Afghan forces and providing security. Delta Company has been supporting various units despite personnel changes and is preparing for equipment retrograde. Headquarters recognized SGT Gregory for reenlisting while stationed in Afghanistan.
The document provides information about the return of 42 Soldiers from the 749th Ordnance Company after a yearlong deployment to Afghanistan. During their deployment, the Soldiers conducted hundreds of combat missions, destroyed over 415 IEDs, and disposed of over 97,000 pounds of explosives. The article also discusses the expansion of the Army's Enlisted Involuntary Early Separation Program to enhance unit readiness for deployments.
The three sentence summary is:
The document is the June 14, 2012 edition of the Fort Meade community newspaper Soundoff which includes articles about the Sergeant Major of the Army visiting Fort Meade and addressing Soldiers, the upcoming graduation of Meade High School class of 2012, and events happening around the base including an Army birthday cake cutting ceremony and a 5K run.
The document summarizes a White House event honoring Iraq War veterans and their families. President Obama and other leaders expressed gratitude to the veterans for their service and sacrifice. Over 5 dozen veterans were in attendance. Defense Secretary Panetta thanked all servicemembers for their commitment, which allowed Iraq to become a self-governing, self-sufficient nation. Vice President Biden praised the veterans' ability to adapt and succeed in their mission, defeating a tyrant and violent extremists while helping Iraq establish new institutions.
Final edition of the durable dispatch compressed versionTricia Verschage
280 soldiers from the Special Troops Battalion returned from a 9 month deployment to Afghanistan. Leaders from the 101st Sustainment Brigade embedded with Task Force Durable to gain understanding of sustainment and retrograde operations in preparation for assuming the mission. The Louisiana National Guard's 1084th Transportation Company assumed convoy security responsibilities from the 396th Transportation Company during a transfer of authority ceremony.
The document provides updates from various units stationed in Afghanistan. It begins with an update from the Special Troops Battalion, 1st Sustainment Brigade which discusses accomplishments over the past month including promotions, awards, and Soldiers reenlisting. It then provides more specific updates from individual companies and units discussing their ongoing missions, training, accomplishments and upcoming transitions. The updates showcase the hard work and dedication of Soldiers as their deployments near an end.
This document provides an update from the commander of Alpha Company to families of soldiers in the company. It introduces the new leadership team and discusses the company's transition to Fort Carson over the summer, including establishing new systems and beginning individual skills training in areas like marksmanship. It also announces upcoming family readiness group meetings and training events to prepare soldiers for an upcoming deployment in 2010.
The document provides an update on training and events from Alpha Company, 1st Battalion 22nd Infantry Regiment in November 2009. It discusses the company's participation in an intensive training competition called Gator Scrimmage that tested soldiers' skills. It also notes promotions in the company and upcoming training plans for collective exercises in January through April 2010 using simulation technologies. The commander expresses pride in the company's performance and preparation for its upcoming deployment to Afghanistan.
The Voice Newsletter
is published quarterly
by the 704th Military
Intelligence Brigade, Fort
George G. Meade, Md.
The Voice is an official
command information
publication authorized
under the provisions of
AR 360-1. The newsletter
serves the members of the
704th Military Intelligence
Brigade, the families and
the warfighter. Circulation
is 500 copies per issue.
Opinions expressed herein
do not necessarily represent
those of Headquarters 704th
Military Intelligence Brigade or
the Department of the Army.
All photos published in The
Voice are U.S. Army photos
unless otherwise stated.
The commander expresses gratitude for serving with the battalion and highlights accomplishments over the past year. He will change command on April 3rd and deploy to Afghanistan. The CSM thanks soldiers and leaders for allowing him to serve and notes the battalion's successful training, including company weapons ranges, demolition training, and a squad competition. The chaplain encourages soldiers to cherish time with family and faith during deployments and transitions, and to find purpose and strength through God.
This newsletter provides information about upcoming events at the flight school in May, including training opportunities, recreational activities, and a change of command ceremony. It also highlights resources for military families and includes an article about ways for flight school students and families to spend quality time together during the demanding training schedule. The change of command ceremony will take place on May 20th at the Aviation Museum to transfer responsibility from the outgoing to incoming commander of Company B, 1st Battalion, 145th Aviation Regiment.
A gathering of key stories and photos that capture some of the action at the U.S. Army's manufacturing center at Watervliet, N.Y., for the month of October 2017. This is a low resolution edition and so, if you wish a higher resolution copy please send a note to: usarmy.watervliet.tacom.list.wvapublicaffairs@mail.mil
The Watervliet Arsenal (pronounced water-vleet) is an Army-owned and -operated manufacturing facility located in Watervliet, New York. The Arsenal is the oldest, continuously active arsenal in the United States having begun operations during the War of 1812.
The document provides updates from various units within the Special Troops Battalion, 1st Sustainment Brigade deployed in Afghanistan. It discusses the battalion's activities over the past month which included Thanksgiving celebrations, promotions, welcoming new units and personnel, and conducting a toy donation march. It highlights the continued hard work and accomplishments of soldiers across the various companies and sections that make up the battalion.
The document provides an update on the various companies of the 1-1 Attack Reconnaissance Battalion over the past few months. It discusses how each company spent the summer conducting individual training and preparation for upcoming events. It previews the battalion's training schedule over the next few months, including helicopter gunnery in September, various company rotations to the National Training Center and other locations for training. The newsletter highlights individual awards and accomplishments across the battalion and encourages volunteerism and family involvement.
The document summarizes news from the U.S. Army Watervliet Arsenal over the course of 2016. Major events included a visit from the New York American Legion commander in January, a $4.6 million contract to produce an improved 81mm mortar bipod in February, approval to use a partner's furnaces for cannon production in March, highlighting the work of the tool room team in April, going live with the Logistics Modernization Program in May after 17 years of preparation, receiving $8.2 million in contracts for Marine Corps mortar barrels and parts in June, a change of command ceremony in July where Col. Joseph R. Morrow took over from Col. Lee H. Schiller Jr., hosting
The Wrangler Magazine is a digital newsletter for the Soldiers, families, and civilians of the 4th Sustainment Brigade. Each edition is released at the end of each quarter during the fiscal year by the Wrangler Public Affairs Office.
Arkansas Minuteman Newspaper August 2009cheathscott
The document provides information about new developments within the Arkansas National Guard. It discusses the unveiling of the UH-72 Lakota helicopter as the new light utility helicopter replacing the aging OH-58 Kiowa. Two Lakotas were delivered initially with more expected to arrive through 2011. The Lakota features improved safety and capabilities over the Kiowa. The document also mentions the Guard focusing on suicide prevention in September and units from the Guard and Reserve training together.
The annual report discusses the accomplishments of the Arkansas National Guard in fiscal year 2008, including deploying over 3,200 soldiers on a second tour in Iraq while also responding to 81 state active duty missions. It highlights the challenges faced and success achieved through the support of families, communities, and employers. The report closes by recognizing the Guard's continued readiness to serve the state and nation at over 10,000 strong.
It is my pleasure to present the Arkansas National Guard\'s annual report for fiscal year 2008. They year\'s success didn\'t come without its challenges, but our Soldiers and Airmen stepped up and answered those challenges with an extremely high level of professionalism.
1. This document contains a series of educational worksheets and exercises for students, covering topics like letters, numbers, colors, family, body parts, clothes, food, and activities.
2. Each section has matching, tracing, writing, and other exercises to teach basic concepts.
3. The worksheets progress from very basic skills to more advanced ones, building students' knowledge over multiple sections and units.
An immersive workshop at General Assembly, SF. I typically teach this workshop at General Assembly, San Francisco. To see a list of my upcoming classes, visit https://generalassemb.ly/instructors/seth-familian/4813
I also teach this workshop as a private lunch-and-learn or half-day immersive session for corporate clients. To learn more about pricing and availability, please contact me at http://familian1.com
Study: The Future of VR, AR and Self-Driving CarsLinkedIn
We asked LinkedIn members worldwide about their levels of interest in the latest wave of technology: whether they’re using wearables, and whether they intend to buy self-driving cars and VR headsets as they become available. We asked them too about their attitudes to technology and to the growing role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the devices that they use. The answers were fascinating – and in many cases, surprising.
This SlideShare explores the full results of this study, including detailed market-by-market breakdowns of intention levels for each technology – and how attitudes change with age, location and seniority level. If you’re marketing a tech brand – or planning to use VR and wearables to reach a professional audience – then these are insights you won’t want to miss.
Artificial intelligence (AI) is everywhere, promising self-driving cars, medical breakthroughs, and new ways of working. But how do you separate hype from reality? How can your company apply AI to solve real business problems?
Here’s what AI learnings your business should keep in mind for 2017.
3 Things Every Sales Team Needs to Be Thinking About in 2017Drift
Thinking about your sales team's goals for 2017? Drift's VP of Sales shares 3 things you can do to improve conversion rates and drive more revenue.
Read the full story on the Drift blog here: http://blog.drift.com/sales-team-tips
How to Become a Thought Leader in Your NicheLeslie Samuel
Are bloggers thought leaders? Here are some tips on how you can become one. Provide great value, put awesome content out there on a regular basis, and help others.
The Fort Carson Exchange celebrated the grand reopening of its expanded facility after nearly two years of renovations. The total complex grew from 104,000 square feet to 194,000 square feet and includes new retail shops, food options, and services. The $23.5 million renovation was funded in 2009 and construction began in January 2010 to accommodate the growth of Fort Carson and better meet the needs of service members and their families. Steve McCoy, who has worked at Fort Carson for 40 years rising from an automotive battery servicer to deputy garrison commander, will retire at the end of December after overseeing major changes and improvements to quality of life on the post.
The article discusses an agreement between Excelsior College and the Army that will allow 51C noncommissioned officers to receive college credit for completing various military contracting courses. This includes courses from the Army Acquisition Foundation Course to the Army Basic Contracting Course. The agreement will help 51C NCOs earn credits toward bachelor's degrees required for contracting certification. It was facilitated by the U.S. Army Acquisition Support Center and ACC to recognize the business education and experience NCOs gain through their military training and duties in contracting. The ACC Command Sergeant Major supports the agreement as it helps NCOs obtain credits for the contracting education and experience they receive in the military.
The 4th Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division recently returned from a deployment in Afghanistan. Family and friends welcomed the 135 Soldiers home at a ceremony at Fort Carson. Maj. Gen. Joseph Anderson praised the Soldiers for their accomplishments and hard work during the deployment. Community leaders from Westcliffe and Silver Cliff signed an Army Community Covenant to strengthen their partnership and support of Fort Carson Soldiers and their Families.
The article discusses the deaths of two service members, Navy Petty Officer John Larimer and Air Force Staff Sgt. Jesse Childress, who were killed in the mass shooting at a movie theater in Aurora, Colorado on July 20th. Defense Secretary Leon Panetta ordered flags to be flown at half-staff to honor the victims. Childress threw himself in front of a friend to shield her from the gunman, saving her life at the cost of his own. One other sailor was treated for injuries and released from the scene.
The document summarizes events of the 580th Signal Company in Afghanistan. It discusses the company participating in a 5K ruck march/run to honor fallen Navy Hospital Corpsman Aaron Ullom, who was killed in Afghanistan in 2011. Nearly 20 soldiers carried a plaque with Ullom's picture and paid their respects during the event. The 580th will continue to honor Ullom and find ways to thank his family who supports soldiers through care packages. It also provides updates on battalion leadership, a ping pong challenge, NCO/Soldier of the quarter, and a 160th Signal Brigade leadership conference and NCO induction ceremony.
The 4th Infantry Division assumed command of Regional Command South in Afghanistan from the 3rd Infantry Division during a transfer of authority ceremony. Maj. Gen. Robert Abrams of the 3rd Infantry Division handed over command to Maj. Gen. Paul LaCamera of the 4th Infantry Division. Several top U.S. and Afghan military officials attended the ceremony. Maj. Gen. LaCamera pledged to continue building relationships and supporting Afghan security force training.
This issue includes PRNG’s vision for Camp Santiago Joint Maneuver Training Center as THE premier Caribbean training destination, news from KFOR-13 and our troops in Kosovo and one of PRNG’s newest super troopers... The 1600th Explosive Ordnance Disposal Company!
The Soldiers of TF Workhorse were invited to have lunch with the Kandahar Air Wing at their compound, a significant cultural gesture. During the meal, the team bonded with the Afghan soldiers over food and conversation. The lunch helped both parties appreciate each other's efforts to maintain aircraft and the partnership between their forces. It was a positive experience that deepened their relationship and understanding.
The article discusses the casing ceremony for the 569th Mobility Augmentation Company, 4th Engineer Battalion as it prepares to deploy to Afghanistan for a year. Capt. Dustin Centofanti says the Soldiers are excited and ready to deploy. The upcoming deployment marks the second for the "Assassins" in three years. Engineers will be performing route clearance missions. Sgt. 1st Class Oscar Rodriguez notes they have a good mix of experienced NCOs and new Soldiers. Lt. Col. Bryan Green commends the company and notes they trained harder than ever before. The company fired over 40,000 rounds in preparation and is ready to deploy.
Fort Carson was recognized as a Sterling Tree City by the Arbor Day Foundation for its efforts to improve the community's urban forest. This is the 10th consecutive year Fort Carson has met the criteria for the Tree City program. Over 1,100 trees were planted across the installation in recent projects. The Patriot School-Age Services program also received accreditation after completing a rigorous six-month process, validating the quality of programs and services offered. Three Fort Carson service members received awards for outstanding military service from the local community.
The document provides information about the 2012-13 executive council of the North Carolina National Guard Association (NCNGA), including a list of the council members and their units. It also announces that a major convention announcement will be included in the next issue of the Tarheel Guardsman magazine and encourages readers to check the NCNGA website for possible earlier details. Contact information is provided for the NCNGA and instructions for submitting articles to the Tarheel Guardsman.
The 113th Sustainment Brigade hosted a ceremony inducting 63 soldiers as new sergeants. The ceremony was attended by over 200 guests and command sergeants major from across Camp Arifjan, Kuwait. The guest speaker, Command Sgt. Maj. Charles Tobin, spoke about the responsibilities of non-commissioned officers in caring for their soldiers. The new sergeants then recited the NCO Creed after passing through a "Line of Authority" and being welcomed into the NCO corps.
About 300 soldiers from the 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division cased their brigade colors in preparation for their deployment to Afghanistan to support the Security Force Assistance Team mission. Several officers and senior noncommissioned officers will deploy for nine months in eight- to 12-person teams to advise Afghan security forces. The deployment aims to help the transition of security responsibilities from U.S. forces to Afghan forces. The brigade commander said the soldiers have been asked to undertake this important mission during a critical time of transition for Afghan security.
The document summarizes Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel's visit to Fort Carson on June 28, where he spoke to Soldiers from the Joint Task Force Carson. During an open forum, Hagel addressed issues like downsizing the Army, upcoming furloughs due to budget cuts, and sexual harassment in the military. He thanked Soldiers for their work fighting wildfires in Colorado. Hagel then took questions from Soldiers, discussing priorities for training versus equipment and plans to eliminate sexual assault in the military.
The document provides a weekly report from the FORCM (Fleet Reserve Force Command) for 15 October 2010. It discusses various Navy events, priorities, and initiatives including the Navy birthday, Yellow Ribbon conferences, CPO inductions, and reserve health readiness programs. It also provides updates on operational support metrics like end strength, mobilized/deployed reservists, and medical readiness rates for the reserve force.
The weekly report provides updates on Navy events and priorities. It discusses the CNO's attendance at a Yellow Ribbon conference on family readiness programs and the success of the CPO induction season. It also provides the latest information on recalls, boards, and other opportunities for Reserve Sailors. Key metrics on Reserve end strength, operational support, and medical readiness are included at the end.
The article discusses President Obama's remarks on Veterans Day where he thanked all veterans for their service and sacrifice. He noted that over 1 million service members will transition to civilian life in the coming years. The president pledged to maintain education benefits for veterans and acknowledged the toll of service on veterans and their families. The article also previews the Fort Carson commander's Thanksgiving safety message, urging soldiers and families to take precautions while traveling over the holiday weekend.
The Fort Carson network will be unavailable from 4 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Friday for a scheduled outage to support the implementation of the SPIDERS Microgrid project. During Iron Horse Week, Soldiers from various 4th Infantry Division units competed in tug-of-war and other events. Pilots from the 4th Combat Aviation Brigade used their recent Bambi Bucket training to assist in firefighting efforts for the Black Forest fire, making water drops with CH-47 Chinooks and UH-60 Black Hawks. Additional support was also provided from Fort Carson firefighters, bulldozers, and other personnel.
The 10th Combat Support Hospital returned from a yearlong deployment to Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. Over 100 soldiers from the unit returned and were welcomed at Fort Carson in Colorado Springs. The soldiers were addressed by Maj. Gen. Joseph Anderson, who thanked them for their service. The soldiers then reunited with excited family members, many of whom they had not seen in over a year.
Here are the key points about the upcoming deployment to NTC:
- 3-16 will be deploying to the National Training Center (NTC) at Fort Irwin, CA in June for approximately 1 month.
- The purpose is to certify firing sections and test all systems, including the Family Readiness Groups, prior to an upcoming deployment.
- At NTC, Soldiers will face a 14-day field problem called "The Box" which simulates deployment conditions.
- Before entering The Box, Soldiers will draw equipment from NTC and receive training on systems they will use.
- After 14 days in The Box, Soldiers will return equipment and begin the process of returning to Fort Carson.
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3. August 009 arkansasMInUTEMan
arkansasMInUTEMan
Editorial staff
Message froM the state CoMMand sergeant M ajor
Capt. Chris Heathscott
State Public Affairs Officer
Maj. Keith Moore
Air Guard Public Affairs Officer
Staff Sgt. Chris Durney
Adrienne Brietzke
Donna Shelton
Public Affairs Specialist
Capt. Andretta Thomas
Commander, 119th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment
Garrick Feldman
Editor Publisher
Christy Hendricks
Managing Editor
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Arkansas Guard News
Published by Leader Publishing, Inc. 404
Graham Road, Jacksonville, AR 72076, phone
number (501) 982-9421, a private firm in no way Photo by Staff Sgt. Chris Durney
connected with the Arkansas National Guard,
under written contract with the Adjutant Gen- CommAnd sgt. mAj. deBorAH CoLLins visits with the soldiers of the 142nd Fires Brigade just prior to their multiple Launch
eral of the Arkansas National Guard. This civil-
ian enterprise National Guard newspaper is an
rocket system (mLrs) and Paladin live fire during Annual training 2009 at Fort Chaffee.
authorized publication for the members of the
Year of the NCO
U.S. military services, published under the pro-
visions of AR 360-1, AFI 35-101 and the Arkansas
Military Department. Contents of the Arkansas
Minuteman are not necessarily the official views
of, or endorsed by, the U.S. government, the De-
partment of Defense or the National Guard. The
appearance of advertising in this publication, in-
cluding inserts or supplements, does not consti-
tute endorsement by the National Guard or Lead-
“No one is more professional than I. I am
er Publishing Inc. of the products or services a Non commissioned Officer, a leader of Sol-
advertised. Everything advertised in this publica- diers!” These are the first 2 lines of the NCO
tion shall be made available for purchase, use or
patronage without regard to race, color, religion, Creed. The Army has declared 2009 as the
sex, national origin, age, marital status, physical year of the NCO. I have a framed poster in
handicap, political affiliation or any other non-
merit factor of the purchaser, user or patron. Ed-
my office that was printed in 1989 - it was
itorial photos unless otherwise noted. The Ar- also the year of the NCO.
kansas Minuteman reserves the right to edit all That poster pictures a bust of a Sergeant
items. Editorial content is edited, prepared and
provided by the Public Affairs Office of the Ar- wearing a kevlar helmet covered in wood-
kansas National Guard. All photos are Arkansas land camouflage. Compared to what a Sol-
National Guard unless otherwise noted. dier looks like today in full “battle rattle” is
like comparing “Lost in Space” to the sci-
fi movies of today. I truly believe we have
progressed that far as an NCO Corps, as
well. Education, training, and technology
all contributed to that transformation. One
thing that is always constant, and has been
since Baron Von Stuben wrote the blue
book, NCOs carry out the daily business of nCo induCtion. non-Commissioned officers of the 871st troop Command participate in an
our Army and continue to be the backbone nCo induction ceremony during annual training at Fort Chaffee. nCo’s across the nation participat-
of our Army and all other services. Howev- ed in similar ceremonies to highlight the importance of their role as the “backbone of the Army.”
er, we can not just accept this and sit back
and bask in pride. War on Terrorism is untold! it became so much more to me personally
We all must continue to better ourselves Just a short time after the Army an- and to my NCOs. We are going to make this
through education and training in order nounced this would be the “Year of the an annual tradition.”
U.S. Army photo by Staff SGt. Chris A. Durney to remain a viable part of the Army. NCOs NCO,” I asked our four brigade command I tell you that to do this, we must take
National Guard Public Affairs Office must attend their required NCO Education sergeants major for ideas about how to com- and make the time to honor these tradi-
moving ForwArd. soldiers with Schools in order to remain current not only memorate this year. With no input, I later tions and to teach our junior NCOs the lin-
north Little rock’s 1038th Horizon- for combat operations but for non-combat task them with coming up with something eage and honor of our Corps. We must do
tal Construction Company of the 87th operations and day to day business. and making it happen at annual training. I that so they to will carry that knowledge on
troop Command, move onto the convoy One of the purposes of declaring this the wasn’t going to tell them what they had to and share it with others as they replace us.
live fire range at the Chaffee maneuver year of the NCO is to educate the general do, but they had to do something. The NCO Corps in all our services is what
training Center during Annual train- public on the contributions of NCOs. We too Of course the results were outstanding makes the United States military the finest
ing 2009. this was the first At for the must be committed to educating the public and many of you reading this participated in the world. We are what makes the differ-
1038th’s flag since its return from iraq about the contributions and quality of our in those events. One of the brigade CSMs ence and that is one thing I do not want to
in december 2008 with the 39th Bri- NCOs. I truly believe we have the best NCO told me, “Thanks CSM for kicking us in the ever see change!
gade. shown here, the units trained in Corps in our history. What our NCOs have butt and making us do something. I start- “Arkansas First!”
vehicles provided by the 39th, offering a and are doing in the fight against the Global ed out just fulfilling your requirement, but “NCOs Always!”
touch of déjà vu for the soldiers.
4. arkansasMInUTEMan August 009
army national Guard rolls out new light utility helicopter
CAMP JOSEPH T. ROB-
INSON, Ark. – The Arkan- Safety features, abilities make Lakota shine as Kiowa replacement
sas Army National Guard
unveiled its newest work-
horse helicopter July 14 at a
ceremony at the Army Avi-
ation Support Facility on
Camp Robinson in North
Little Rock.
Two shiny new UH-72
Lakota light utility helicop-
ters have been delivered
to the Arkansas Guard
straight off of the EADS
North America manufac-
turing line in Columbus,
Miss.
Two more are slated to
arrive in October and four
more are due in by 2011.
The Lakota is replac-
ing the Guard’s aging OH- Photo by Maj. Keith Moore
58 Kiowa fleet, which has unveiLing A workHorse. maintenance personnel from the 77th theater Aviation
been a part of the Arkansas Brigade of the Arkansas national guard move draping to unveil one of two new uH-72
Army aviation program for Lakota helicopters delivered to the Arkansas guard during a “rollout” ceremony on tues-
over 35 years. day in north Little rock, Arkansas. the Lakota, the Army’s new Light utility Helicopter
The twin engine Lakota produced by eAds north America will replace the aging fleet of oH-58 kiowa helicopters
offers enhanced safety fea- for a variety of homeland security missions. the Arkansas guard is to receive eight of the
new Lakotas by the end of 2011.
tures, as well as advantages
in size, speed, useful load
and range.
The Lakota is joining
the Guard’s fleet of UH-
Photo by Capt. Chris Heathscott
60 Blackhawk helicopters, BirdwAtCHing. one of two new uH-72 Lakota helicop-
and is designed to perform ters delivered to the Arkansas Army national guard hovers
medical and casualty evac- out to begin its first mission following a rollout ceremony
uation missions, provide july 14 at the Arkansas national guard’s Army Aviation
disaster relief flights, aid support Facility on Camp robinson in north Little rock.
in homeland defense and the Lakota, the Army’s new Light utility Helicopter pro-
work counter drug mis- duced by eAds north America will replace the aging fleet
sions in support of civil au- of oH-58 kiowa helicopters for a variety of homeland secu-
thorities. rity missions. the Arkansas guard is to receive eight of the
The Kiowa will be new Lakotas by the end of 2011.
phased out over the next homeland defense rotary aircraft that are American
two years. platform. In the right hands made in Mississippi, our
“The UH-72 is recog- this aircraft will serve the neighbor state, and flown
nized by the Department state of Arkansas in a first by some of the greatest
of Defense as one of their rate fashion,” he said. Americans we’ve got,” said
five best programs,” said “The National Guard Wofford to the large crowd
Col. (Retired) Ted Mick- has transitioned from a gathered in the south hang-
evicius from EADS North standing reserve to an op- er of the Camp Robinson
America. “This aircraft is erational force operating AASF.
being delivered to the Na- all over the globe,” said Following the ceremoni-
tional Guard on schedule, Maj. Gen. William D. Wof- al hand off of the log book
on budget and on perfor- ford, the adjutant general and keys, a large parachute
mance. Long may they fly of Arkansas. “That is why drape was pulled aside to
in support of, and to pro- we’re getting these new air- reveal one of the gleaming
tect, your communities.” craft.” Lakota helicopters.
According to Col. Gar- The last new aircraft The 42 foot aircraft is
rett P. Jensen, chief of the brought into service with capable of carrying eight
Army National Guard Avi- the Arkansas Nation- troops or two stretchers
ation and Safety Division, al Guard was its force of and medical crew.
200 UH-72s are to be de- Blackhawk helicopters Two pilots fly the nearly
livered to Army units in 47 which arrived in 1995 after 4,000 lb helicopter, which
states, and 50 have been flying several years with has a maximum speed of
fielded so far. active component units. 167 miles per hours and a
“This is the premier “These are brand new range of over 420 miles. Advertisement
5. August 009 arkansasMInUTEMan
Guard, reserves join forces with new facility
Armed Forces Reserve Center opens near Fort Smith said Maj. Gen. William
Wofford, the adjutant gen-
said Wofford. “If any one of
these units wanted to train
By Sgt. 1st Class the 937th Forward Sup- building, they share dining, expansive motor pool. eral of Arkansas. “This fa- out in the field, they can do
Chris A. Durney port Company, from Fort drill hall, class room, fit- “Today across the world cility represents that new it right here.”
Arkansas National Guard State Chaffee, have all been con- ness and personal hygiene you have Army Reserve, working relationship. Future plans for the ar-
Public Affairs Office solidated into the new ar- facilities. The building also National Guard and active “One of the advantages mories in Van Buren, Fort
FORT CHAFFEE MA- mory. boasts secured supply ar- component Soldiers work- of this particular facility is Smith and Charleston have
NEUVER TRAINING The Arkansas Nation- eas, modern offices and an ing shoulder to shoulder,” it’s so close to Fort Chaffee,” not been announced.
CENTER, Ark. – Arkansas al Guard’s West Central
Army National Guard and Recruiting and Retention
U.S. Army Reserve units Command also occupies a
in the Fort Smith area now corner of the building near
share a 102,000 square foot the front entrance.
joint use facility following Arkansas Congressman
a ribbon cutting ceremony John Boozman served as
here July 11, 2009. guest speaker for the event,
The new $19 million and participated in the rib-
Offering Families Award Winning Services
Armed Forces Reserve bon cutting. “Without you
Center is located on High- guys standing there protect-
way 22, just past the main ing us, it would be a much
entrance to the Fort Chaffee different world,” said Booz-
Maneuver Training Center man to the crowd of Sol-
in Barling, Ark. Four units diers and civilians gathered
of the Arkansas Army Na- in the sun outside of the
tional Guard’s 142nd Fires main entrance. “We appre-
Brigade, and the 341st En- ciate everything you do.”
gineer Company of the U.S. According to Lt. Col.
Army Reserve began occu- Troy Galloway, commander
pying the huge building in of the 2nd Battalion,142nd,
March. the center represents a new
Due to the 2005 Base
Realignment and Closure
era in consolidated support.
“It will provide improved SERVICES
Commission’s recommen- administrative and logis-
tical support for our units Largest Arkansas Behavioral Health Facility
dations, the 142nd’s Head-
quarters, Headquarters that will closely match our Specializing in Ages 5-17
Battery, 2nd Battalion, from modernized equipment and Acute and Residential Inpatient Services for
our ever expanding training
Fort Smith; Battery A, 2nd ages 5-17 – Pinnacle Pointe Hospital in Little Rock
needs,” he said.
Battalion, from Van Bu-
Although Reserve and Outpatient services for all ages
ren; Detachment 1, 937th
Forward Support Compa- National Guard Soldiers oc- School-based services in Conway, Mtn. View,
ny from Charleston, and cupy opposite wings of the Stuttgart, North Little Rock, Lakeside
Hot Springs Clinton
Day Treatment Services – Little Rock
Only Tricare-certified residential program in Arkansas
serving children of active duty and retired military personnel.
AWARDS
2007 Residential Facility of the Year
Therapeutic Recreation Facility of the Year
Silver Sponsor of the Children’s Protection
Photo by Sgt. 1st Class Chris Durney Center, a Children’s Advocacy Center
joining ForCes. this 102,000 square foot Armed
11501 Financial Centre Parkway • Little Rock, AR 72211
Forces reserve Center, near Fort smith, serves as the new
home of the u.s. Army reserve’s 341st engineer Compa-
ny along with four units of the Arkansas national guard’s
142nd Fires Brigade. “today across the world you have
Army reserve, national guard and active component sol-
(501) 223-3322 • Toll Free 800-880-3322
diers working shoulder to shoulder,” said maj. gen. william Web: www.pinnaclepointehospital.com
wofford, the adjutant general of Arkansas. “this facility
represents that new working relationship.”
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6. arkansasMInUTEMan August 009
MOVInGA n n u a l Tr a i n
A Look Back at
FOrW
Photo by 1st Lt. Theresa Walker, 119th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment
FirePower. the 1st Battalion, 142nd Fires Brigade launch-
es one of four rockets from their multiple Launch rocket sys-
tem during a firepower demonstration at Fort Chaffee on june
24. the live fire was a joint demonstration with the brigade’s
2nd Battalion firing their 155mm Paladin in front of a crowd
on soldiers and civilians who were traveling with the Arkansas
guard’s employer support for the guard and reserve (esgr)
program. the 1st battalion is headquartered in Harrison with
units in Bentonville, springdale and rogers.
Photo by Sgt. 1st Class Chris Durney
inFAntry ArtiLLery. soldiers with the 1st Battalion,
206th Field Artillery regiment of the 39th infantry Brigade Com-
bat team fire a ceremonial charge during the brigade’s change
of command ceremony on may 31. the battalion conducted a
live fire of the weapon, a 105mm towed Howitzer, the following
weekend. the battalion is headquartered in russellville with units
in morrilton, Perryville, dardanelle, Paris and north Little rock.
g r o u n d
CommAnd in
tHe Air. Brig. gen.
roger mcClellan, fac-
ing, took the oppor-
tunity to experience
the expertise of the
77th theater Avia-
tion Brigade’s 1st
Battalion, 111th Air
Ambulance during
their hoist training at
Fort Chaffee. general
mcClellan serves as
commander of the Ar-
kansas guard’s joint
Force Land Compo-
nent, which includes
the 77th along with
the 39th infantry Bri-
gade Combat team,
87th troop Command
and 142nd Fires Bri-
gade. the medical
evacuation (mede-
vAC) soldiers hoisted
numerous troops dur-
P
ing their annual train-
ing as part of an ef- BACkBone oF tHe Army. soldiers of the 39th infantry Brigade Combat team line up in the symbol of a sergeant’s strip
fort to maintain their Photo by 1st Lt. Theresa Walker, 119th Mobile Public Army – the nCo. the event took place at Fort Chaffee during the 39th’s nCo induction ceremony at annual training. the event
perfected skill. Affairs Detachment missioned officers as part of the year of the nCo.
7. August 009 arkansasMInUTEMan
WarD
AeriAL FirePower. Air-
men with the Fort smith based
188th Fighter wing train over Fort
Chaffee’s razorback range with a
blast of rounds from their aircraft’s
gatlin gun. the unit’s training over
Fort Chaffee on june 18 also offered
ing 2009 a show to the soldiers on the ground
awaiting their turn on the convoy live
fire range. without knowing they had
an attentive audience glaring up in
awe at their A10 thunderbolt ii fight-
ers in action, the pilots conducted
their normal training patterns and
range firing as if it were just another
Photo by Capt. Chris Heathscott
day in the air.
kAAABooom. A cratering
charge strapped with C4 ex-
plosives detonates with a
loud boom on Fort Chaffee’s
demolitions range june 19.
the charge was placed by the
875th engineer Battalion’s
1039th engineer Company
from marked tree. the ex-
ercise was part of the unit’s
normal training plan in their
Photo by Capt. Chris Heathscott
specialty as engineers. this
not your AverAge BAnd. spc. Chris estell with the particular blast left a crater
106th Army Band showed off his talent along with his fellow large enough to hold the en-
soldiers performing with the “Power 106th” concert in the tire platoon responsible for
post theater on Fort Chaffee on june 15. shown here the setting the charge.
Photo by 1st Lt. Theresa Walker, 119th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment
band surprised the crowd and turned out the building with
their rendition of “still diggin’ on james Brown” by tower of
Power. estell was one of the band’s two recent additions to
an already amazingly talented group of performers.
Photo courtesy of Sgt. Mike Brinson, 142nd Fires Brigade public affairs
PALAdin times tHree. three 155mm Paladins belonging to the 142nd Fires Brigade’s 2nd
Battalion fire rounds in unison during a firepower demonstration at Fort Chaffee on june 24. the live
fire was a joint event with the brigade’s 1st Battalion firing their multiple Launch rocket system
(mLrs) in front of a crowd on soldiers and civilians who were traveling with the Arkansas guard’s
employer support for the guard and reserve (esgr) program. the 2nd battalion is headquartered
in Fort smith with units in van Buren, siloam springs, ozark, Charleston and Fort Chaffee.
Photo by 2nd Lt. Latasha Ketchum, 119th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment
joint trAining. staff sgt. mike williamson, of the
77th theater Aviation Brigade’s 1st Battalion, 111th
Air Ambulance, offers instruction on medical evacuation
(medevAC) operations to soldiers from the 87th troop
Command on june 21 at Fort Chaffee. the 87th troop Com-
Photo courtesy of the 39th Infantry Brigade Combat Team Photo by Maj. Keith Moore
mand soldiers were members of the 296th ground Ambu-
e, representing the backbone of the lance Company, from Hot springs, and the 213th Area sup- Five tons oF CArgo. Airmen with the Arkansas Air national guard’s 189th Airlift wing,
took place in honor of the non-Com- port medical Company, from north Little rock and dumas. from the Little rock Air Force Base, load a vehicle onto one of their C-130 Hercules aircraft in
preparation for returning home at the end of their annual training at gulfport, miss.
8. arkansasMInUTEMan August 009
swiMMing
and Pfd
MWr Celebrates 20 Years of service to soldiers, airmen
By Ms. Donna Shelton
safety Quiz Arkansas National Guard State
Public Affairs Office
1. How many people
CAMP JOSEPH T. ROB-
drown in the U.S. each
INSON, Ark. – On August
year?
19, the Arkansas Nation-
a. 150
al Guard Morale Welfare
b. 600
Recreation (MWR) cel-
c. 400
ebrates its 20th anniversa-
d. 6000
ry of service to our troops.
2. Over half of all The organization is also
drowning victims use celebrating twenty years as
alcohol or drugs. the only strictly state-run
a. True corporation of its type in
b. False the United States. in witH tHe new. the new mwr Complex encompasses
3. How many per- “For most installations 39,725 square feet of space. the vast complex houses the
sonal floatation devic- rock restaurant which can seat 250 patrons in its 4,140
the Post Exchange (PX) square foot dining area. Adjacent to the restaurant is the rock
es (PFDs) is a boat re- stores are entities of the Lounge with a large “Cheers-type” bar and seating for 50 and
quired to have? federal government. How- a large patio for outdoor gatherings during acceptable weath-
a. One for the drive and ever, we operate solely un- er. Additionally, the businesses that were located in the old
two more for passengers der the Arkansas Nation- mwr facility moved to new more spacious quarters in the new
out witH tHe oLd. Camp robinson’s original Canteen complex along with a new addition – the minuteman Pizzeria.
b. one al Guard. We pay salaries, closed its doors in 2007 with the need to expand the mwr op- the facility houses an Arkansas Federal Credit union branch,
c. One for every individ- grow our organization and erations it began in 1989. the once heavily visited building now with two automated teller machines, the sunshine Cleaners
ual in boat. give donations to the units sits silent, watching its replacement facility across the street and dee’s Barbershop. “Having all these services in the same
D. They are not re- solely from the profits we attract large numbers of people who frequent the new Canteen complex has meant that we can serve the guard members
quired. and the variety of services provided in the new mwr complex. more. we have more items available than we have in the past.
make,” said Jackie Scarbor-
And having everything in one building is more convenient and
4. Are personal floa- ough, MWR Director. provides a friendly atmosphere, “ said jackie scarborough, di-
inson and Fort Chaffee. Guard MWR made $55,285
tation devices (PFDs) a The staff is planning on rector of the Arkansas guard mwr.
Camp Robinson’s expan- in donations in 2008 and
substitute for parental celebrating the anniversary sion included the opening of the total of yearly contri-
supervision? with a ceremony in the foy- the Minuteman Pizzaria in butions since 2003 is over organization keeps making giving back to the Soldiers
a. True er of the MWR Complex on March of this year. The op- $358,000. According to a profit, the MWR will con- and Airmen who provide
b. False August 19 starting at 9:00 erating hours of 11:00 a.m. Scarborough, as long as the tinue to fulfill its mission by the ultimate service.
5. What basic lifesav- a.m. There will be food, ca- to 8:30 p.m. daily makes it
ing equipment should maraderie, giveaways and a convenient dining option,
be kept by a swimming special sales on selected especially for students who
pool? merchandise in the MWR’s are in training on post.
a. a pole and rope Canteen. Since the MWR was in-
b. a personal floatation Over the past 20 years corporated, the mission
device the MWR has witnessed has been to provide needed
c. a water bottle some much needed growth, services to Guard members
d. both a. and b. most notably in October and help support the units.
e. both b. and c. 2007 when construction The continued growth of
of the new MWR Complex the organization has al-
----Answers from was completed. This final- lowed the MWR to give
last month’s quiz: 1. ly made it possible to house unit rebates, provide no-
False, 2. False, 3. False, all the services offered by interest loans and sponsor
4. False, 5. b. MWR at Camp Robinson various causes such as the
in one centralized location. Camp Robinson Fire De-
NAME____________ “Having all these servic- partment and the Arkan-
_________________ es in the same complex has sas Employee of the Year
UNIT_____________ meant that we can serve the program.
PHONE___________ Guard members more. We “We wouldn’t be able to
____________ have more items available do what we do without the
than we have in the past. great staff that we have,”
And having everything in said Scarborough. “We
Get a free sport’s bottle!
one building is more conve- started with seven employ-
Complete this quiz and mail
nient and provides a friend- ees in 1989. We now have
or fax to the state Safety Of- ly atmosphere, “ said Scar- ninety-two. Because they
fice, Box 10 Camp Robin- borough. have helped to grow the or-
son, NLR, ar 72199-9600 Services available ganization, we can contin-
or fax 501-212-5099. through the MWR have ue providing what the Sol-
All completed entries continued to grow and in- diers and Airmen need and
will be entered for draw- clude the extension of its op- give back to the units.”
ing. Look for the winner’s erations at both Camp Rob- The Arkansas National
name here next month. Advertisement
9. August 009 arkansasMInUTEMan 9
ProjeCt PAtriot. spc. dominic Alexan-
der, with Company e, 39th Brigade support
Battalion, takes a moment to pose with mem-
bers of “Arkansa” Chapter national society
daughters of the American revolution after a
Freedom salute ceremony in Arkadelphia for
his battalion. Alexander was one of thousands
Arkansas employer is named finalist of Arkansas guardsmen to receive a tiny
pocket flag hand folded by sylvia matthews,
Co-Chair of the organization’s Project Patriot.
for prestigious 2009 Freedom Award Alexander approached the members of Arkan-
sa’s soldier squad to personally thank the
ARLINGTON, VA— our troops. Although Bas- ceremony on June 8 when chapter for the pocket Flag he carried for the
Bassett Law Firm LLP of sett Law Firm LLP did not the firm was presented a duration of the deployment next to his military
Fayetteville, Ark. was se- make the cut for the final Pro Patria Award by Maj. id. After returning home safely from the de-
lected as one of 35 nation- cut, their ranking within Gen. William Wofford, the ployment, Alexander offered the Flag back to
al finalists for the 2009 the top 35 out of 3200 is adjutant general of Arkan- the Chapter in grateful appreciation. Pictured
Secretary of Defense Em- extremely significant and sas. A total of 24 Arkansas from left to right are shirley goff, sue Pilking-
ployer Support Freedom symbolic of the tremen- employers were honored at ton, nell white (behind), susan veal, sheila
Award. The award is the dous support the firm has the ceremony and further Beatty, spc. Alexander and Linda thomas.
U.S. Government’s high- provided our Soldiers and nominated for the national
est recognition given to Airmen. Freedom award. More in-
employers for exceptional Bassett was one of 20 formation about the Free-
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10. 10 arkansasMInUTEMan August 009
neverSuicide Awareness, Prevention Month
September is
accept Defeat Knowing your
benefits
By Capt. Chris Heathscott Airmen here in Arkansas, By Ms. Adrienne Brietzke
Arkansas National Guard State Arkansas National Guard State Public Affairs Office
we cannot stand around
Public Affairs Office and allow this trend to The new Post 9/11 GI Bill became effective August 1,
CAMP JOSEPH T. continue,” said Maj. Gen. 2009. It provides education benefits for servicemembers
ROBINSON, Ark. – The William Wofford, the ad- who have served on active duty for 90 or more days since
Arkansas National Guard jutant general of Arkan- Sept. 10, 2001. These benefits are tiered based on the
will join the active com- sas. “We have taken some number of days served on active duty, creating a benefit
ponent in the observance major steps towards in- package that gives current and previously activated Na-
creasing awareness, but tional Guard and Reservist the same benefits as active
of Suicide Awareness and
it takes more than simply duty servicemembers.
Prevention Month in Sep-
tember. awareness. It takes ac- Eligibility
The observance is part tion. We need all of our The Department of Veterans Affairs is currently ac-
of the continued effort to Guardsmen, their Fami- cepting applications for the Post-9/11 GI Bill. Once the
focus on the rise of sui- lies, friends and employ- VA has received your application they issue a Certificate
cides throughout the ers to get involved and of Eligibility if they determine you are indeed entitled to
Army over the past few keep an eye out for those the benefit. Note: Only service under U.S. Code Title 10
years – a problem that is in need of help. Talk to makes one eligible for Post-9/11 GI Bill education benefits.
just as significant in the them, care for them, and You are eligible if you served a minimum of 90 days on ac-
National Guard. assist them in getting the tive duty after September 10, 2001, but the VA must verify
The Army recently re- help they need.” that eligibility.
leased its suicide date for Awareness for the Ar- If you meet the eligibility criteria, you will still want to
2009, covering the period kansas Guard means more compare all your education benefits to see which will bet-
January 1 through June 30 than marking a month on ter meet your own needs. While the Post-9/11 is a great
and reporting 88 active- the calendar. During that advance for military education options, that doesn’t nec-
duty deaths. Fifty-four of time, the force will take essarily mean it’s a better option for you.
those were confirmed sui- on the second phase of It’s important to keep in mind that once you make a
cide with the remaining the three-phase suicide choice, that choice is IRREVOCABLE. You can’t change
34 still under investiga- stand-down and chain your mind later. However, note that Veterans will not be
tion. This is 21 more than teach program. required to make a choice at the August timeline. The VA
was reported for the same “It’s going to consist of will notify veterans when they will be required to choose.
period in 2008. role playing vignettes and There are several different GI Bill benefits available for
To further put it in discussions about stress just for the Soldiers. are on the front lines. By Guard servicemembers so before making that decision,
perspective, the United that Soldiers are actual- “There is a ‘Shoulder the time it gets to my lev- it’s crucial you compare the different benefits to see which
States suffered fewer loss- ly going through and how to Shoulder’ presentation el, it is too late,” said Gen- is best for you. In choosing which benefit you wish to re-
es to combat in Afghan- they can help each other,” for [Family Readiness eral Wofford. “But we ceive, and whether or not to participate in the Active-Duty
istan during that same said Phillips. “We have Groups] as well,” said Phil- need to be there to assist or Reserve GI Bill programs, first consider the following
time period in 2009 with until September 30th to lips noting that the Fami- the Families as necessary factors with each: the type of training you plan on taking;
have every Soldier in the lies will play a key role in while remaining vigilant the amount of benefits you will get under each benefit; ex-
73 Fallen Troops from all
state trained.” reversing this trend. ourselves.” tending benefits by 12 months, and any other factors im-
branches of the service.
At the completion of The training empha- “The most crucial fac- portant to you.
According to Capt. Tan-
this interactive training sizes common causes of tor, however, is to make Guard servicemembers have two other GI Bill op-
ya Phillips, the state sui-
program, which includes suicidal behavior and the all of our Guardsmen tions. The first gives those who serve continuously for 24
cide prevention program
manager for the Arkansas videos and small unit critical role Army leaders, aware that is ok to ask for
leader training, the force see knowing, PAge 10
National Guard, the prob- friends, co-workers and help,” he added. “Remem-
lem isn’t limited to the ac- will move into the third Families play in maintain- ber the Army Creed. We
VETERANS
tive component. phase of the program – ing behavioral health. are asking them to ‘Never
“In the past six months sustained annual suicide “Our Families will defi- Accept Defeat’ while hon-
awareness and prevention
from January 1st to 30
June, the National Guard training for all Soldiers.
nitely play a critical role in
suicide prevention. They
oring our pledge to ‘Never
Leave a Fallen Soldier.’” BENEFITS
But this training is not
has had 17 confirmed sui-
cides and 22 pending in- APPEALS
vestigation,” said Phillips.
“We are making up 18% of
the National Guard’s total
suicides during that six
months.”
Arkansas has suffered
a total of three losses to No Charge
Mike Smith
suicide during that time, Attorney
an increase from one loss
for 425 W Capitol Avenue #3700
to suicide over each of the Consultations Little Rock, AR
previous two years. (501) 375-9151
“As an organization, as msmith@ddh-ar.com
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Continued from Page 10 Post-9/11 GI Bill Montgomery MGIBI reserve rEaP The Department of Defense
or more months on active duty (DoD) is authorized to allow in-
GI Bill (MGIB) dividuals who, on or after Au-
the option to pay into the GI Bill
for active duty (Chapter 30). The active Duty gust 1, 2009, have served at least
second program, called the Re- 6 years in the Armed Forces and
serve Education Assistance Pro- Code 38 USC 33 38 USC 30 10 USC 1606 10 USC 1607 who agree to serve at least anoth-
gram (REAP), provides Guard er 4 years in the Armed Forces to
members up to 80 percent of the transfer unused entitlement to
Qualifying active Fixed adjusted Same as MGIB Same as MGIB their Spouse. Once the member
GI Bill for active duty (Chapter
30). You need to first determine duty service. Tu- annually based has reached their 10 year anni-
your eligibility for each program Benefits ition/Fees, Month- on avg under- versary they may choose to trans-
and then compare them. A help- ly Housing Amt, graduate tuition fer the benefit to any dependent(s)
ful guide for Guard members to (spouse, children). The rules for
Annual $1000 sti- determined by Post-9/11 GI Bill transferability
make comparisons among their
choices can be found at http:// pend for books National Center are in the final stages, but have
www.military.com/money-for- supplies, transfer- for Education Sta- not been signed. For proposed
school/gi-bill/new-gi-bill-over- policy on eligibility, go to: http://
ability. Payments tistics www.military.com/money-for-
view
Also consider that the Post- are not retroactive school/gi-bill/post-911-gi-bill-
9/11 GI Bill can only be used for transferability-fact-sheet which
programs taken at a college or is subject to change.
university. The Montgomery GI pubs/forms/VBA-22-1990-ARE. 4551) or at http://www.gibill. Capt. Kevin C Truslow, the state’s Note: USMilitary.com, recently
Bill offers several other options: pdf - or you can complete and va.gov/ or https://www.gibill2. Education Services Officer, at announced that a complimentary
college (undergraduate, gradu- submit the application on-line at va.gov/vba/vba.cfg/php.exe/en- (kevin.truslow@us.army.mil) or version of its 2009 GI Bill Bene-
ate), certificate programs, on- www.gibill.va.gov . Click “Apply duser/std_alp.php . 501-212-4021. fits Guide is available for down-
the-job training, apprenticeship load online. The online guide out-
training, flight training, and non-
On Line” and select the “Educa- Army Guard members can Transferability of benefits lines brief summaries of benefits
tion” option. The form includes contact the Education Support
college degree courses. the instructions needed to begin Center (ESC), located at the Pro- to spouse/children* offered to veterans in every mili-
Contacts Application the process. fessional Education Center (PEC) The Post-9/11 GI Bill also of- tary service branch. Go to: http://
You can apply for the Post-9/11 GI If you have questions about on Camp Robinson at https://esc. fers a special provision of the www.military.com/money-for-
Bill using the VA Form 22-1990 - your eligibility status, call the VA pec.ngb.army.mil/ and Arkan- program that allows career ser- school/guard/guard-education-
found at: http://www.vba.va.gov/ at 1-888-GIBILL-1 (1-888-442- sas Guard members can contact vice members the opportunity benefits-users-guide
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