The document is a newsletter from the 33rd Infantry Brigade Combat Team discussing the Brigade Special Troops Battalion (BSTB). It provides the following key details:
- The BSTB brings together specialized units such as engineers, signals, and military intelligence into one battalion to better support the brigade. It allows these units to have their own leadership and focus on training.
- The BSTB has over 60 different job specialties and highly trained soldiers. It provides critical combat support functions to ensure the brigade can operate effectively.
- Examples discussed include engineers helping artillery units dig fighting positions faster, signal soldiers setting up communications, and drone operators providing surveillance.
- Working together in training exercises allows these specialized units to
The document summarizes training activities of the 1st Battalion, 178th Infantry Regiment at Camp Ripley, Minnesota as part of the Army National Guard's eXportable Combat Training Capability (XCTC) program. It describes platoon level attacks, patrols, and live-fire exercises conducted by the battalion to improve skills. It also discusses a visit by the Army National Guard Command Sergeant Major who observed motivated soldiers training in intense heat. Sniper training for soldiers from various units using mobile instructors is also outlined.
U.S. forces formally transferred responsibility of Contingency Operating Location McHenry in Kirkuk, Iraq to the Iraqi government during a ceremony on May 15, 2011. COL McHenry had been established in 2003 and was one of the oldest U.S. bases in Iraq. Responsibility was transferred from the U.S. Army's 1st Battalion, 14th Infantry Regiment to the Iraqi Army's 46th Brigade, which will continue operations from the base. The transfer represents a milestone as the U.S. completes its mission in Iraq and Iraqi forces assume full security responsibility.
U.S. advisors at Kirkush Military Training Base in Iraq transitioned control of military training to Iraqi Army instructors. Iraqi instructors led a 25-day training cycle for Iraqi soldiers, with U.S. soldiers providing supervision and guidance. This transition allows the Iraqi Army to become self-sufficient and capable of training their own forces as the U.S. continues its drawdown from Iraq. An Iraqi Army instructor said leading training will help soldiers retain information and bring skills back to their units.
This document is a newsletter from the U.S. Division-North Public Affairs Office dated July 8, 2011. It contains several articles:
1) The lead article discusses how maintenance soldiers from the 4th Infantry Division keep equipment operational in Iraq to support the USD-N mission, despite harsh conditions that cause more wear and tear.
2) Another article profiles a soldier who cleared brush around a base using a flamethrower, improving security.
3) Additional articles discuss a medic who provides medical support behind the lines, soldiers celebrating Independence Day in Iraq, and an Iraqi woman being naturalized as a U.S. citizen in Baghdad while serving in the Army.
The Mobile Training Team from the 25th Infantry Division brought small unit infantry tactics training to Iraqi Army units operating in northern Iraq. The MTT traveled to various Iraqi bases to conduct 11-day courses for commando elements, with the goal of creating a sustainable training program to build the Iraqis' capacity and confidence. During a recent training event, Iraqi soldiers practiced ambush techniques and reactions to indirect fire attacks after classroom instruction on fundamentals. The training aimed to prepare the Iraqi Army to independently lead training and assume responsibility for their security operations.
The document summarizes the history and role of the US Army Rangers. It describes how the Rangers were formed as an elite special forces group capable of operating independently and in small numbers. The Rangers have participated in many major American conflicts throughout history from the Revolutionary War to current operations. Rangers undergo an extremely rigorous training program to develop elite physical abilities and leadership skills. They have carried out some of the most dangerous raids in US military history with precision and minimal casualties. The Rangers have earned a reputation as the toughest fighting force due to their effectiveness, bravery, and success in combat operations over 240 years.
The document summarizes a joint live fire exercise between various agencies of the Iraqi Security Forces at Normandy Range near Kirkush Military Training Base in Iraq. The exercise included soldiers from the 5th Iraqi Army Division, the Diyala provincial police's Emergency Response Force, and Explosive Ordinance Disposal units. It demonstrated increased cooperation and tactical proficiency between Iraqi Security Force entities. Iraqi soldiers showed proficiency with new 120mm mortar and 155mm howitzer weapon systems. The exercise was part of Operation Iron Lion, a series of training events showcasing the ISF's independent operational capabilities.
Iraqi artillery crews conducted dry-fire drills to prepare for an upcoming live-fire exercise. The drills allowed the Iraqi forward observers, fire direction operators, and gun crews to practice synchronizing their actions at full speed. The training is meant to improve the Iraqi army's capabilities and modernize their field artillery skills. U.S. instructors also selected some Iraqi soldiers to become trainers themselves in order to sustain the training for other Iraqi units. Journalists from Iraqi media observed the drills to document and report on the new indirect firing capabilities of the 5th Iraqi Army Division.
The document summarizes training activities of the 1st Battalion, 178th Infantry Regiment at Camp Ripley, Minnesota as part of the Army National Guard's eXportable Combat Training Capability (XCTC) program. It describes platoon level attacks, patrols, and live-fire exercises conducted by the battalion to improve skills. It also discusses a visit by the Army National Guard Command Sergeant Major who observed motivated soldiers training in intense heat. Sniper training for soldiers from various units using mobile instructors is also outlined.
U.S. forces formally transferred responsibility of Contingency Operating Location McHenry in Kirkuk, Iraq to the Iraqi government during a ceremony on May 15, 2011. COL McHenry had been established in 2003 and was one of the oldest U.S. bases in Iraq. Responsibility was transferred from the U.S. Army's 1st Battalion, 14th Infantry Regiment to the Iraqi Army's 46th Brigade, which will continue operations from the base. The transfer represents a milestone as the U.S. completes its mission in Iraq and Iraqi forces assume full security responsibility.
U.S. advisors at Kirkush Military Training Base in Iraq transitioned control of military training to Iraqi Army instructors. Iraqi instructors led a 25-day training cycle for Iraqi soldiers, with U.S. soldiers providing supervision and guidance. This transition allows the Iraqi Army to become self-sufficient and capable of training their own forces as the U.S. continues its drawdown from Iraq. An Iraqi Army instructor said leading training will help soldiers retain information and bring skills back to their units.
This document is a newsletter from the U.S. Division-North Public Affairs Office dated July 8, 2011. It contains several articles:
1) The lead article discusses how maintenance soldiers from the 4th Infantry Division keep equipment operational in Iraq to support the USD-N mission, despite harsh conditions that cause more wear and tear.
2) Another article profiles a soldier who cleared brush around a base using a flamethrower, improving security.
3) Additional articles discuss a medic who provides medical support behind the lines, soldiers celebrating Independence Day in Iraq, and an Iraqi woman being naturalized as a U.S. citizen in Baghdad while serving in the Army.
The Mobile Training Team from the 25th Infantry Division brought small unit infantry tactics training to Iraqi Army units operating in northern Iraq. The MTT traveled to various Iraqi bases to conduct 11-day courses for commando elements, with the goal of creating a sustainable training program to build the Iraqis' capacity and confidence. During a recent training event, Iraqi soldiers practiced ambush techniques and reactions to indirect fire attacks after classroom instruction on fundamentals. The training aimed to prepare the Iraqi Army to independently lead training and assume responsibility for their security operations.
The document summarizes the history and role of the US Army Rangers. It describes how the Rangers were formed as an elite special forces group capable of operating independently and in small numbers. The Rangers have participated in many major American conflicts throughout history from the Revolutionary War to current operations. Rangers undergo an extremely rigorous training program to develop elite physical abilities and leadership skills. They have carried out some of the most dangerous raids in US military history with precision and minimal casualties. The Rangers have earned a reputation as the toughest fighting force due to their effectiveness, bravery, and success in combat operations over 240 years.
The document summarizes a joint live fire exercise between various agencies of the Iraqi Security Forces at Normandy Range near Kirkush Military Training Base in Iraq. The exercise included soldiers from the 5th Iraqi Army Division, the Diyala provincial police's Emergency Response Force, and Explosive Ordinance Disposal units. It demonstrated increased cooperation and tactical proficiency between Iraqi Security Force entities. Iraqi soldiers showed proficiency with new 120mm mortar and 155mm howitzer weapon systems. The exercise was part of Operation Iron Lion, a series of training events showcasing the ISF's independent operational capabilities.
Iraqi artillery crews conducted dry-fire drills to prepare for an upcoming live-fire exercise. The drills allowed the Iraqi forward observers, fire direction operators, and gun crews to practice synchronizing their actions at full speed. The training is meant to improve the Iraqi army's capabilities and modernize their field artillery skills. U.S. instructors also selected some Iraqi soldiers to become trainers themselves in order to sustain the training for other Iraqi units. Journalists from Iraqi media observed the drills to document and report on the new indirect firing capabilities of the 5th Iraqi Army Division.
This document provides a summary of activities of the Joint Network Node (JNN) Soldiers who are responsible for maintaining communications networks for U.S. Division-North in Iraq. It describes how the JNN Soldiers travel ahead of command units to set up communications and keep commanders connected to frontline units. It quotes Soldiers discussing the challenges of maintaining systems in harsh conditions but how they work to ensure information flows between all levels of the military.
The document discusses several stories from the U.S. Division-North publication including a Vietnam veteran who recently retired after returning to service as an intelligence pilot, an aircraft mechanic who ensured several aircraft were mission ready, and details the visit of Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Admiral Mike Mullen to troops in Iraq. It provides an overview of these stories and highlights the contributions of service members supporting overseas operations.
Weekly newsletter published by the U.S. Division-North Public Affairs, COB Speicher, in collaboration with subordinate units. Featured stories were written by 109th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment, 1st Assist and Advise Task Force, 1st Infantry Division, 2nd Stryker Brigade, 25th Infantry Division, 4th Advise and Assist, 1st Cavalry Division, and other U.S.D-N personnel.
The document provides information about training conducted by the 2nd Battalion, 122nd Field Artillery Regiment as part of the XCTC program at Camp Ripley, Minnesota. It discusses how the battalion conducted artillery air assaults which involved sling loading Howitzer cannons onto helicopters to rapidly deploy them. It also describes fire missions conducted including different types of ammunition. Maintenance support from the 634th Brigade Support Battalion is highlighted as enabling the training to continue without disruption.
The document summarizes the demonstration of combat readiness by an Iraqi Army battalion during a training exercise at Ghuzlani Warrior Training Center in Iraq on February 24, 2011. The Iraqi soldiers conducted a battalion live-fire exercise to test their skills learned during an Iraqi military training program called Tadreeb al Shamil, facilitated by US soldiers. The exercise involved the battalion moving tactically through objectives and engaging targets. US soldiers observed and ensured the Iraqi soldiers completed the tasks successfully. The training is aimed at increasing the proficiency and capabilities of the Iraqi Army.
The document discusses an Iraqi Army battalion demonstrating its combat readiness during an exercise at the Ghuzlani Warrior Training Center in Iraq. Iraqi soldiers conducted a live fire exercise and secured objectives using tactics learned during an Iraqi military training program facilitated by U.S. soldiers. The exercise tested the Iraqi unit's skills and aimed to increase their proficiency and warfighting capabilities.
The document summarizes the transfer of control of Contingency Operating Location K1 from U.S. forces to Iraqi Security Forces. U.S. soldiers from various units worked to dismantle equipment and minimize the physical footprint before the official transfer. The transfer is significant as it represents another step in Iraqi forces becoming self-sufficient. It also allows the Iraqi forces to use the center to help with their security mission in Kirkuk province. After years of U.S. presence and months of preparation, the handover was witnessed as control shifted to the Iraqi government.
1) Soldiers from Company B, 2nd Battalion, 12th Cavalry Regiment assisted Iraqi police in recovering weapons during an operation called Lion Claw.
2) The operation aims to restrict enemy movement, disrupt indirect fire locations, collect intelligence, and apprehend suspected violent extremists to better secure Kirkuk.
3) During the raid, suspicious items were found in a resident's home and he was scanned into a biometric database to verify his identity.
This document provides information about celebrating Veterans Day and honoring veterans, including recommending movies about the military or veterans and describing a "Wall of Thanks." It also lists the date and details of the annual Veterans Day ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery, as well as some famous people buried there.
1st Engineer Battalion November Newsletter Noel Waterman
The 1st Engineer Battalion has assumed missions across eastern Afghanistan after deploying from Fort Riley in September. Each company has been busy conducting training and assuming their roles. The 111th Engineer Company is now known as REBEL and is stationed at COP Zormat, conducting route clearance and rebuilding the COP after a VBIED attack. The 41st Engineer Company, known as the Bulldogs, has arrived at FOB Airborne to assume the route clearance mission just as the weather begins to change and snow starts falling on the surrounding mountains.
The document summarizes Sergeant Major of the Army Raymond F. Chandler III's visit to Contingency Operating Sites Marez and Diamondback in Iraq on June 23, 2011. During the visit, Chandler met with US and Iraqi troops, observed their training efforts, and addressed Soldiers in a town hall meeting. He emphasized the importance of junior Soldiers providing feedback to enact positive changes in the Army. The document also highlights how Soldiers at the sites celebrated Father's Day while deployed, staying connected to their families through care packages and cards.
Weekly newsletter published by the U.S. Division-North Public Affairs, COB Speicher, in collaboration with subordinate units. Featured stories were written by 109th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment, 1st Assist and Advise Task Force, 1st Infantry Division, 2nd Stryker Brigade, 25th Infantry Division, 4th Advise and Assist, 1st Cavalry Division, and other U.S.D-N personnel.
U.S. and Iraqi senior enlisted leaders met at the Iraqi Army NCO Academy to discuss developing the Iraqi NCO Corps. They identified selecting the right students and maximizing instructor skills as areas for improvement. The meeting aimed to empower Iraqi NCOs at all levels to better lead soldiers and allow officers to focus on larger operational objectives. Both countries are working to establish strong intermediate leadership through the NCO Corps to build an effective Iraqi Army.
The 48-star flag that accompanied a fallen Marine, Pvt. Joseph J. A'Hearn, from Iwo Jima back to the US in 1948 has become a memorial honoring all who have given their lives in war. The flag was raised during a ceremony at Fort Drum to remember A'Hearn and other fallen soldiers. A guest speaker also highlighted the contributions of African American units including the Tuskegee Airmen and 369th Infantry Regiment.
Wolfhound soldiers from the 1st Battalion, 27th Infantry Regiment supported the Iraqi Salah ad Din Riot Dispersal Unit during Operation Able Magnum IV to target violent extremist networks. The operation was led by the Iraqi Police, who generated intelligence and planned and executed the mission with minimal U.S. involvement. One suspect was detained during the operation. Additionally, the 1st Battalion, 11th Brigade, 3rd Iraqi Army Division became the first unit to graduate from the new Ghuzlani Warrior Training Center, completing a four-week training program to improve the Iraqi Army's capabilities.
Welcome to the Jan. 7, 2011 edition of The Ivy Leaf.
For more stories, videos and photos, be sure to view, "like" and friend us the U.S. Division-North Facebook page, at http://www.facebook.com/4thID?ref=sgm.
The document discusses the upcoming deployment of the 67th Signal Battalion from Fort Gordon, Georgia in support of operations in Southwest Asia and Afghanistan, including their preparations over the past few weeks with block leave and final training. It provides an overview of the battalion's upcoming mission and highlights the important role that family support groups will play for soldiers' families during the deployment.
The document summarizes news from the Naval Construction Battalion Center in Gulfport, Mississippi. It discusses upcoming Halloween activities, a recent event honoring the military that drew over 1,000 people, and an upcoming resident utility meeting. It also provides an update on NMCB 133 which is deployed to Afghanistan providing engineering support.
- American Special Forces soldiers were deployed to Korea beginning in 1953 as individual replacements to work with conventional Army units, performing missions like training and employing anti-Communist guerrilla forces. Two SF soldiers, 2LT Ivan Castro and CPT Douglas Payne, were killed in combat, the first SF deaths in a combat theater.
- Guerrilla forces on islands off the coast of Korea provided manpower to UN forces and were trained by American SF advisors in the later stages of the war. Units like LEOPARD Base and WOLFPACK directed the guerrillas and conducted operations behind enemy lines against North Korea.
- As the war progressed, requirements for supporting the guerrillas grew, leading to changes
This document summarizes a presentation given at STARWest 2007 titled "Holistic Test Analysis & Design". The presentation discusses a holistic method for test analysis and design that uses a spreadsheet to document logical and physical test coverage in a flexible and multi-dimensional manner. The method accounts for test items, features, bases, risks, and conditions to provide a comprehensive view of what needs to be tested. Examples are provided to illustrate how the spreadsheet representation can be used to plan testing at different levels from acceptance to component.
This document provides a summary of activities of the Joint Network Node (JNN) Soldiers who are responsible for maintaining communications networks for U.S. Division-North in Iraq. It describes how the JNN Soldiers travel ahead of command units to set up communications and keep commanders connected to frontline units. It quotes Soldiers discussing the challenges of maintaining systems in harsh conditions but how they work to ensure information flows between all levels of the military.
The document discusses several stories from the U.S. Division-North publication including a Vietnam veteran who recently retired after returning to service as an intelligence pilot, an aircraft mechanic who ensured several aircraft were mission ready, and details the visit of Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Admiral Mike Mullen to troops in Iraq. It provides an overview of these stories and highlights the contributions of service members supporting overseas operations.
Weekly newsletter published by the U.S. Division-North Public Affairs, COB Speicher, in collaboration with subordinate units. Featured stories were written by 109th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment, 1st Assist and Advise Task Force, 1st Infantry Division, 2nd Stryker Brigade, 25th Infantry Division, 4th Advise and Assist, 1st Cavalry Division, and other U.S.D-N personnel.
The document provides information about training conducted by the 2nd Battalion, 122nd Field Artillery Regiment as part of the XCTC program at Camp Ripley, Minnesota. It discusses how the battalion conducted artillery air assaults which involved sling loading Howitzer cannons onto helicopters to rapidly deploy them. It also describes fire missions conducted including different types of ammunition. Maintenance support from the 634th Brigade Support Battalion is highlighted as enabling the training to continue without disruption.
The document summarizes the demonstration of combat readiness by an Iraqi Army battalion during a training exercise at Ghuzlani Warrior Training Center in Iraq on February 24, 2011. The Iraqi soldiers conducted a battalion live-fire exercise to test their skills learned during an Iraqi military training program called Tadreeb al Shamil, facilitated by US soldiers. The exercise involved the battalion moving tactically through objectives and engaging targets. US soldiers observed and ensured the Iraqi soldiers completed the tasks successfully. The training is aimed at increasing the proficiency and capabilities of the Iraqi Army.
The document discusses an Iraqi Army battalion demonstrating its combat readiness during an exercise at the Ghuzlani Warrior Training Center in Iraq. Iraqi soldiers conducted a live fire exercise and secured objectives using tactics learned during an Iraqi military training program facilitated by U.S. soldiers. The exercise tested the Iraqi unit's skills and aimed to increase their proficiency and warfighting capabilities.
The document summarizes the transfer of control of Contingency Operating Location K1 from U.S. forces to Iraqi Security Forces. U.S. soldiers from various units worked to dismantle equipment and minimize the physical footprint before the official transfer. The transfer is significant as it represents another step in Iraqi forces becoming self-sufficient. It also allows the Iraqi forces to use the center to help with their security mission in Kirkuk province. After years of U.S. presence and months of preparation, the handover was witnessed as control shifted to the Iraqi government.
1) Soldiers from Company B, 2nd Battalion, 12th Cavalry Regiment assisted Iraqi police in recovering weapons during an operation called Lion Claw.
2) The operation aims to restrict enemy movement, disrupt indirect fire locations, collect intelligence, and apprehend suspected violent extremists to better secure Kirkuk.
3) During the raid, suspicious items were found in a resident's home and he was scanned into a biometric database to verify his identity.
This document provides information about celebrating Veterans Day and honoring veterans, including recommending movies about the military or veterans and describing a "Wall of Thanks." It also lists the date and details of the annual Veterans Day ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery, as well as some famous people buried there.
1st Engineer Battalion November Newsletter Noel Waterman
The 1st Engineer Battalion has assumed missions across eastern Afghanistan after deploying from Fort Riley in September. Each company has been busy conducting training and assuming their roles. The 111th Engineer Company is now known as REBEL and is stationed at COP Zormat, conducting route clearance and rebuilding the COP after a VBIED attack. The 41st Engineer Company, known as the Bulldogs, has arrived at FOB Airborne to assume the route clearance mission just as the weather begins to change and snow starts falling on the surrounding mountains.
The document summarizes Sergeant Major of the Army Raymond F. Chandler III's visit to Contingency Operating Sites Marez and Diamondback in Iraq on June 23, 2011. During the visit, Chandler met with US and Iraqi troops, observed their training efforts, and addressed Soldiers in a town hall meeting. He emphasized the importance of junior Soldiers providing feedback to enact positive changes in the Army. The document also highlights how Soldiers at the sites celebrated Father's Day while deployed, staying connected to their families through care packages and cards.
Weekly newsletter published by the U.S. Division-North Public Affairs, COB Speicher, in collaboration with subordinate units. Featured stories were written by 109th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment, 1st Assist and Advise Task Force, 1st Infantry Division, 2nd Stryker Brigade, 25th Infantry Division, 4th Advise and Assist, 1st Cavalry Division, and other U.S.D-N personnel.
U.S. and Iraqi senior enlisted leaders met at the Iraqi Army NCO Academy to discuss developing the Iraqi NCO Corps. They identified selecting the right students and maximizing instructor skills as areas for improvement. The meeting aimed to empower Iraqi NCOs at all levels to better lead soldiers and allow officers to focus on larger operational objectives. Both countries are working to establish strong intermediate leadership through the NCO Corps to build an effective Iraqi Army.
The 48-star flag that accompanied a fallen Marine, Pvt. Joseph J. A'Hearn, from Iwo Jima back to the US in 1948 has become a memorial honoring all who have given their lives in war. The flag was raised during a ceremony at Fort Drum to remember A'Hearn and other fallen soldiers. A guest speaker also highlighted the contributions of African American units including the Tuskegee Airmen and 369th Infantry Regiment.
Wolfhound soldiers from the 1st Battalion, 27th Infantry Regiment supported the Iraqi Salah ad Din Riot Dispersal Unit during Operation Able Magnum IV to target violent extremist networks. The operation was led by the Iraqi Police, who generated intelligence and planned and executed the mission with minimal U.S. involvement. One suspect was detained during the operation. Additionally, the 1st Battalion, 11th Brigade, 3rd Iraqi Army Division became the first unit to graduate from the new Ghuzlani Warrior Training Center, completing a four-week training program to improve the Iraqi Army's capabilities.
Welcome to the Jan. 7, 2011 edition of The Ivy Leaf.
For more stories, videos and photos, be sure to view, "like" and friend us the U.S. Division-North Facebook page, at http://www.facebook.com/4thID?ref=sgm.
The document discusses the upcoming deployment of the 67th Signal Battalion from Fort Gordon, Georgia in support of operations in Southwest Asia and Afghanistan, including their preparations over the past few weeks with block leave and final training. It provides an overview of the battalion's upcoming mission and highlights the important role that family support groups will play for soldiers' families during the deployment.
The document summarizes news from the Naval Construction Battalion Center in Gulfport, Mississippi. It discusses upcoming Halloween activities, a recent event honoring the military that drew over 1,000 people, and an upcoming resident utility meeting. It also provides an update on NMCB 133 which is deployed to Afghanistan providing engineering support.
- American Special Forces soldiers were deployed to Korea beginning in 1953 as individual replacements to work with conventional Army units, performing missions like training and employing anti-Communist guerrilla forces. Two SF soldiers, 2LT Ivan Castro and CPT Douglas Payne, were killed in combat, the first SF deaths in a combat theater.
- Guerrilla forces on islands off the coast of Korea provided manpower to UN forces and were trained by American SF advisors in the later stages of the war. Units like LEOPARD Base and WOLFPACK directed the guerrillas and conducted operations behind enemy lines against North Korea.
- As the war progressed, requirements for supporting the guerrillas grew, leading to changes
This document summarizes a presentation given at STARWest 2007 titled "Holistic Test Analysis & Design". The presentation discusses a holistic method for test analysis and design that uses a spreadsheet to document logical and physical test coverage in a flexible and multi-dimensional manner. The method accounts for test items, features, bases, risks, and conditions to provide a comprehensive view of what needs to be tested. Examples are provided to illustrate how the spreadsheet representation can be used to plan testing at different levels from acceptance to component.
The document discusses silos in organizations and how they hinder communication and coordination. A silo refers to a management system that cannot exchange information with related internal or external systems. The document also introduces the concept of "soft wiring" which refers to connections between people through social and official networks. It notes that organizations still struggle with coordination between different divisions like functions, business units, geographic offices, and job ranks due to lingering silos.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive functioning. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms.
This document discusses a 39-year-old patient's dental health and silver fillings. X-rays showed no decay on the patient's 3 silver fillings, though slight openings were seen at the edges. However, upon removal, decay was found underneath the fillings in all three teeth, with one tooth fractured through the base. The document warns that silver mercury fillings can cause decay underneath and stress fractures over time, compromising tooth structure, and recommends replacing fillings before symptoms occur to maintain long-term dental health.
'Best Practices' & 'Context-Driven' - Building a bridge (2003)Neil Thompson
The document outlines a presentation on bridging the gap between "best practices" and "context-driven" approaches to test management. It discusses learning objectives around understanding each perspective and applying Goldratt's theory of constraints thinking tools. The presentation will cover examples of using these tools to analyze testing practices and determine what is most appropriate based on different project contexts.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive functioning. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help boost feelings of calmness, happiness and focus.
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This document discusses the concept of a personal cloud computer that would act as an intelligent digital assistant. It would be a centralized hub that allows users to access and manage their data, software, and online services from any device. The personal cloud aims to solve problems for users by acting as a digital companion that can analyze information, host applications, and enhance collaboration through conversational bots. It is envisioned as a sandboxed and portable API nexus that users own and control through open standards.
The document summarizes the history of Bristol Bay Red King Crab and Bering Sea Snow Crab fisheries. It describes how the Red King Crab fishery began in the 1930s with Japanese and Russian fleets and expanded with the US trawl fleet in the late 1940s-1980s. It then discusses management changes over time, including the implementation of crab rationalization in 2005. For snow crab, it notes the fishery began as incidental catch in 1977 and increased until peaking in 1991, then decreasing dramatically by 1996 before stabilizing in the late 1990s.
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The document summarizes the accomplishments and activities of the 634th Brigade Support Battalion (BSB) during an training exercise called Exportable Combat Training Capability (XCTC) at Camp Ripley, Minnesota. Some key points:
- The 634th BSB provided critical logistical support to maneuver units, including transporting soldiers, supplying fuel/ammunition, and maintaining equipment.
- Statistics are provided on the number of meals served, gallons of fuel supplied, and maintenance tasks completed during the training.
- The medical capabilities of the 634th BSB are highlighted, including two mass casualty exercises conducted.
- Congratulations are given to soldiers who became new parents recently.
dressed before going into a full scale training exercise. (U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Allison Lampe/released)
The document summarizes training activities of the 2nd Squadron, 106th Cavalry Regiment at the XCTC program at Camp Ripley, Minnesota. It discusses how the realistic training environment allows the unit to train as they would fight with all combat arms integrated. Photos show cavalry soldiers conducting patrols, navigating terrain, firing weapons on ranges, and conducting air assaults to strengthen their skills. The training is preparing the unit to be lethal and survivable.
The document provides an overview of the Illinois Army National Guard's 33rd Infantry Brigade Combat Team (IBCT) preparing for and participating in the eXportable Combat Training Capability (XCTC) annual training exercise at Camp Ripley, Minnesota. It discusses the IBCT setting up a Tactical Operations Center and conveying over 2,000 soldiers, vehicles, and equipment from across Illinois to the training site. It also previews distinguished visitors attending and emphasizes that the training will validate the brigade's readiness and identify areas for improvement.
This document is the citation awarding the Distinguished Service Cross to Specialist Craig D. Warfle for his heroic actions while deployed to Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom on August 18, 2010. It describes how Specialist Warfle distinguished himself under heavy enemy fire by providing effective suppressive fire with his squad automatic weapon, which allowed other Rangers to assault enemy positions and get wounded Rangers to safety, resulting in at least 16 enemy fighters killed and the removal of two Taliban provincial commanders.
The 2nd ABCT of the 4th Infantry Division recently completed a month-long training exercise at the National Training Center at Fort Irwin, California. Over 3,500 soldiers participated in offensive, defensive, and other operations to prepare for potential hybrid threats. Brigade leadership praised the soldiers and stated they had never seen a brigade complete training with a better state of readiness. Soldiers said they benefited from the experience and opportunity to conduct live-fire and force-on-force training. The brigade will now feel ready for its upcoming deployment to Kuwait later this year.
This document is a magazine for Marines called Marines that covers various topics relevant to Marines. The front cover features a photo of an Abrams tank in Fallujah, Iraq. The table of contents lists articles about battles with insurgents, Marines' efforts in Africa and supplying bases in Iraq. Other articles discuss special operations training, tanks in Iraq, saving lives in the "Golden Hour" after injury, and a squadron reducing threats. The magazine aims to highlight the efforts and challenges of all Marines around the world.
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The document provides updates on the activities of the 2nd Cavalry Regiment in March 2014, including:
1) The Regiment bolstered its partnership with a German army unit through joint live-fire training and squad exercises.
2) The 1st Squadron hosted a spouse appreciation event and provided support to training exercises.
3) The 2nd Squadron completed its mission in Afghanistan and transferred its area of operations to another unit.
4) The 3rd Squadron conducted end-of-tour award ceremonies and welcomed the replacement unit that will assume its area of operations.
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 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.
Delta Battery, 3rd Battalion, 2nd Air Defense Artillery Regiment published their monthly newsletter "Death Dealer Radar". The newsletter included articles about the unit receiving care packages from home, celebrating the Army's 243rd birthday, a brigade change of command, a visit from the brigade commander to their site, service member highlights and promotions, and a reminder about ordering unit apparel. The command team corner provided an update on the unit balancing their air defense training with other tasks and maintaining morale and focus as they near the mid-point of their deployment.
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1. Crosswire
The
Issue 6 | July 22, 2012 Official Newsletter of the 33rd Infantry Brigade Combat Team
Brigade Special Troops Battalion
brings specialized skills to the fight
By Lt. Col. Jeff Camp, to a battalion, all of these com- cannot maximize its effective-
Commander, 33rd BSTB
manders worked directly for the ness without highly trained and
Over the last decade the Army brigade commander. By form- motivated soldiers.
has transitioned into a more mod- ing a battalion, the burden on The BSTB contains over 60
ular fighting force. One of the the brigade commander of com- different military occupational
major changes occurring during manding four battalions and four specialties (MOS). Soldiers in of these Soldiers attend more
this period was the inception of separate companies was lessened the BSTB span throughout all than one annual training a year.
the Brigade Special Troops Bat- to five battalions. The Soldiers of Illinois; from Machesney Thanks to our highly motivated
talion (BSTB). Many soldiers benefitted because they now had Park near the Wisconsin border and dedicated soldiers, the BSTB
have no idea what the BSTB a battalion that they belonged to to Carbondale near the Missouri provides the highest level of com-
does and why it exists. and a complete headquarters that border. Some of the MOS train- bat multipliers to ensure that the
The BSTB is very similar to could process all administrative ing is so specialized that they take 33D IBCT can fight and win on
the Marine Corps Headquarters requirements for them; freeing over one year to complete. Many any battlefield, at any time. n
Battalion in that we include the them up to focus on their career
Brigade Headquarters and the development and training. The
other units that are too small to brigade commander became able
warrant their own battalion. In to focus on fighting the brigade.
the pre-911 configuration, each But what does all this really
brigade had three separate com- mean? During the transforma-
panies; these were the Engineer, tion, the BSTB was fielded with
the Signal, and the Military state of the art equipment to in-
Intelligence companies. Each clude tactical unmanned aerial
of these companies were com- systems, joint network nodes,
manded by a captain except the trojan spirit, armored security
brigade headquarters which was vehicles, prophets, and the lat-
commanded by a major. est engineer equipment. Al-
Since each of these sepa- though this listing of equipment
rate companies did not belong is impressive, the equipment
Engineers dig in artillery Spc. Jose L. Cardenas of Bensenville, Company A, 33rd Brigade Spe-
by: Sgt. Jesse Houk, 139th Mobile role in our operations,” said cial Troops Battalion, operates a High Mobility Engineer Excavator
Public Affairs Detachment Capt. Dustin W. Cammack, 1 July 16 as he digs a trench in which a generator for a field artillery
commander, Btry A, 1st. Bn., unit will be placed. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Jesse Houk/released)
Soldiers from Company A, 122nd FA. “It’s the first time
33rd Brigade Special Troops that we’ve used them in this to combine their expertise and
Battalion partnered with Battery kind of capacity. They’ve been to operate at full capacity like in In this issue
A, 2nd Battalion, 122nd Field able to dig our fighting positions a wartime environment.
Artillery Regiment July 18 dur- as well as our battery defense “We are one team with this
ing the Army National Guard’s field artillery unit right now,” Specialized units bring power
and holes for our generators.
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eXportable Combat Training It’s been a really big help.” said Sgt. Willard J. Baker of Pon-
Capability (XCTC) and proved XCTC has allowed many tiac, Ill. with Co. A, 33rd BSTB.
Armored Knight lethality
to be a valuable asset. units who normally have lim- “And that’s paramount because page 4
“They’ve played an integral ited interaction with each other they can do their job better when
continued on page 4
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2. Specialized units multiply combat power
Soldiers with Company B, 33rd Brigade Special Troops Battalion Pfc. John Hartseil of Washington, Ill. with Co. B, 33rd BSTB waits
(BSTB) based in Peoria, Ill. prepare a RQ-7B drone for launch for the OK to launch an RQ-7B Shadow drone July 12 at Camp
July 19 at Camp Ripley, Minn. The drones can fly up to six hours Ripley, Minn. The RQ-7B Shadow can be flown manually or pro-
and send real-time video surveillence back to their operators. grammed to visit a series of pre-determined locations for sur-
(U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Dustin Harlow/released). veillance. (U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Allison Lampe/released)
Pvt. Ryan D. Rodriguez of Rockford and Spc. Joshua J. Goudy
also of Rockford with Headquarters and Headquarters Compa-
ny, 33rd Brigade Special Troops Battalion based in Machesney
Park fix a broken generator July 21 at Camp Ripley, Minn.
(U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Allison Lampe/released)
“Thanks to our highly motivated and
dedicated soldiers, the BSTB provides the
highest level of combat multipliers to en-
sure that the 33D IBCT can fight and win
on any battlefield, at any time.”
Lt. Col. Jeff Camp, Commander,
33rd Brigade Special Troops Battalion
Cadet Harry D. Lanpher of Carbondale, Ill., Sgt. Dustin L. Har-
low of St. Louis, Mo., Spc. Zach L. Jahns of Glencarbon and Spc.
Dennis R. Blevins of Belville, Ill. with Company C, 33rd Brigade Spc. Raymond B. Georg, Satellite Transport Terminals (STT) op-
Special Troops Battalion raise an OE-254 antenna July 21 at erator, Belleville talks with a level one operator to maximize
Camp Ripley, Minn. Company C, a signal company, runs commu- satellite efficiency while Spc. Adam W. Fager, STT operator, Car-
nications for the brigade’s operations on base and in the field. bondale assists with inputting information. Both Soldiers were
(U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Allison Lampe/released) a part of Company C, 33rd Brigade Special Troops Battalion.
(U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Jesse Houk).
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3. Spc. Michael J. Brown of Palatine warns
Spc. Allen R. Simmerman of Chillicothe of
suspicious looking vehicles during a patrol
July 16 at Camp Ripley, Minn. Both Soldiers
are combat engineers in Company A, 33rd
Brigade Special Troops Battalion and, for
the mission, attached to Company A, 1st
battalion, 178th Infantry Regiment partici-
pating in the Army National Guard’s eXport-
able Combat Training Capability program.
(U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Jesse Houk/ released)
Sgt. Willard J. Baker of Pontiac, team leader,
directs Spc. Martin G. Guerrero of Rockford
on July 16 as they dig defensive positions
for Battery A, 2nd Battalion, 122nd Field
Artillery Regiment. Both Soldiers are from
Company A, 33rd Brigade Special Troops
Battalion and participating in the Army Na-
tional Guard’s eXportable Combat Training
Capability program at Camp Ripley, Minn.
(U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Jesse Houk/ released)
Spc. Jose L. Cardenas of Bensenville, a
heavy equipment operator with Company
A, 33rd Brigade Special Troops Battalion
receives directions from Sgt. Willard J.
Baker of Pontiac, a team leader also with
Co. A, 33rd BSTB, on July 16 as they dig a
sound-reducing trench in which they will
place a generator for a field artillery unit.
(U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Jesse Houk/ released)
Stay Informed.
Stay Connected.
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4. Armored Knight provides lethality and security
by: Sgt. 1st Class Mike Chrisman,
139th Mobile Public Affairs Det. also ford through 60 inches of
water and muddy terrain without
“It makes me the most lethal guy getting stuck.
on the battlefield,” said Staff Sgt. “It’s fun to drive,” said Pfc. Jake
Kurt Russell of Peoria, Ill., with Johnson of Mason City, Ill. with
Headquarters and Headquarters HHT, 2nd Sqd., 106th Cavalry in
Troop, 2nd Squadron, 106th Cav- Kewanee. “We are pushing the
alry in Kewanee, Ill., as he talked limits and testing the capabilities
about the new M1200 Armored of the vehicle. There is so much
Knight vehicle that his unit began armor, it would take a lot to tear
using at Camp Ripley, Minn. one of these apart.”
The M1200 Armored Knight is Russell deployed to Iraq with
an improved version of the M1117 the 1744th Transportation Com-
Armored Security Vehicle (ASV) pany in Streator in 2006-2007
that has been used overseas and where he drove the M1117 ASV The M1200 Armored Knight is an improved version of the M1117
recently acquired by Illinois Army and up-armored humvees. Rus- Armored Security Vehicle (ASV) that has been used overseas. The
National Guard military police sell said he is thrilled to be able to sole purpose of the M1200 Armored Knight is to provide a forward
companies. The sole purpose of train for a future deployment with observer team the best communications, protection, and target-
the M1200 Armored Knight is to such great vehicles. ing technology available to quickly and accurately bring fires onto
provide a forward observer team “There is no comparison,” Rus- an enemy. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. 1st Class Mike Chrisman/ released)
the best communications, pro- sell said. “It can take a direct im-
tection and targeting technology pact and keep going. With the run- Brigade Combat Team in Urbana out first and scout the enemy,”
available to quickly and accurately flat tires, you can pop a tire and received four of the vehicles. Russell said. “We have to get
bring fire onto an enemy. still get back to base. If given the “It’s a great vehicle that is capa- a good lay of the land so the in-
“It’s very similar at a glance,” choice between an MRAP (Mine ble of driving on any terrain,” said fantry elements don’t come into
said Russell. “They have changed Resistant Ambush Protected vehi- Pvt. Mark Gibson of Pekin, Ill. a surprise. This vehicle allows
the turret, improved the equip- cle), up-armored humvee and the with HHT, 2nd Sqd., 106th Cav- us to take fire and lay down sup-
ment technology on the inside Armored Knight, I would take the alry in Kewanee. “I feel lucky to pressive fire while targeting both
and improved the armor to bet- Armored Knight every single day be one of the nine guys assigned hard and soft targets for sup-
ter protect us.” and twice on Sunday.” to these trucks.” porting elements and continue
The new Knight vehicle weighs The Kewanee National Guard Russell said it’s important for to move through the area. We
approximately 16 tons and can unit received three of the $1.7 mil- the cavalry unit to be equipped have the communication assets
travel about 400 miles on one tank lion dollar vehicles while at Camp with high tech equipment like the to warn other elements about the
of fuel, with a maximum highway Ripley. Headquarters and Head- Armored Knight. enemy’s position, make-up and
speed of 63 miles per hour. It can quarters Company, 33rd Infantry “The cavalry’s mission is to go other information critical to the
battlefield.”
Engineers dig in artillery While the technology helps
continued from page 1 make the missions a success, most
we’re here and we can do our Although the field artillery “It’s always great to see peo- of the Soldiers talk about the pro-
job better when we’re here with unit benefits greatly from this ple doing their jobs,” said Spc. tection the vehicle provides.
them. They can give us eyes and exchange, the engineers also see Juaquin Bandera of Melrose “I feel pretty secure and com-
guidance; what works best and it as adding value to their train- Park, Co. A, 33rd BSTB. “We fortable,” said Gibson. “The armor
what doesn’t work best.” ing as well. get to see them provide field ar- provided a lot of protection. From
The engineers of Co. A, 33rd “My guys are learning things tillery support and they get to see the thick armor on the sides to the
BSTB used their specialization they never fathomed they would us do what we do.” deflecting shield on the bottom for
to save the field artillery Sol- be able to do,” said Baker. “So Although the mutual respect IEDs, it’s a solid vehicle.”
diers time and sweat so they can it’s fantastic. It’s a good learning and appreciation are created Russell said the new sense of
focus on getting set up to start experience. They now know the through the combined training security makes his team more
providing fire support as quickly difference between a hasty and a environment, the focus is ulti- confident they will be prepared
as possible. regular construction project. It’s mately on preparation for real- for combat when called upon.
“We can roll into a position a whole different mindset when time scenarios. “In a mobile battlefield, these
and the engineers already have it you’re trying to protect troops “Their work helps in the fact trucks lead the way,” Russell said.
prepped for us,” said Cammack. and get them in a secure position that we are trying to do com- “This is just one more piece on the
“It really reduces the time that versus trying to build a finished bined arms in this exercise and brigade’s chess board of pieces to
we have to spend on position paved road.” so having engineer assets like we bring absolute and immediate le-
improvement. All we have to do A mutual appreciation has been would in the real world really just thality to the enemy.” n
is set up, throw up the nets, and built as a result of the two units facilitates in having that realism
we’re ready to roll.” training together. in training” said Cammack. n
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