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 document discusses the importance of Family Readiness Groups (FRGs) in supporting the families of soldiers in recruiting units. As recruiting stations operate separately from larger military installations, the FRGs take on greater significance in providing community support. The commander encourages volunteers to help make FRGs effective at the battalion, company, and station levels. FRGs are open to all soldiers, families, and civilians to help each other cope with the challenges of military life.
The Secretary of Defense and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff signed a memo opening more military roles and occupations to women that were previously closed. This will allow women to serve in direct combat roles and occupations that were restricted to men. The memo rescinds a 1994 rule that excluded women from combat units below the brigade level. The military services must provide plans to implement the policy changes by May 2013, with full implementation by 2015. The policy change shifts the burden of proof from why a woman should serve in a particular role to why she should not, if she can meet the same standards as men.
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.
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.
This document provides a quarterly report of recruiter misconduct cases in the 3rd Quarter. It lists the rank, offenses, and punishments for 9 cases of misconduct including misuse of government vehicles, inappropriate contact with applicants, adultery, and false official statements. The punishments involved article 15s, reductions in rank, forfeitures of pay, suspensions, and oral/written reprimands. The report emphasizes maintaining proper conduct and avoiding unofficial contact with applicants.
Nearly 50 soldiers from the 438th Medical Detachment (Veterinary Services) returned home from Afghanistan at a redeployment ceremony at Fort Carson. The unit deployed in June 2012 to provide veterinary services including food safety inspections, animal healthcare, and more. Upon their return, many soldiers were surprised and happy to be reunited with friends and family. Their commander spoke proudly of their mission accomplishments.
This article provides a summary of events happening on Fort Meade in the March 15, 2012 issue of the Soundoff! newspaper. The main stories include:
- Methane-generating trash from the Manor View dump site will be excavated and hauled off-post next week for safety reasons. Site preparation has begun.
- USA Staffing will streamline the job application process for Army vacancies beginning in April. Applicants can create accounts and pre-position documents.
- An Army Reserve Soldier was sentenced to six months confinement for wearing unauthorized insignia and making a false official statement about his medical profile.
Pentagon leaders warned that the budget impasse threatens to create a military readiness crisis if mandatory spending cuts take effect on March 1 due to sequestration. Defense Secretary Leon Panetta and Gen. Martin Dempsey said the half-trillion in defense cuts over 10 years would weaken the US and impact readiness, training, and maintenance. The article also discusses the Warrior Ethos being more than just words to some soldiers and how it is a code they strive to live by.
The document discusses the importance of Family Readiness Groups (FRGs) in supporting the families of soldiers in recruiting units. As recruiting stations operate separately from larger military installations, the FRGs take on greater significance in providing community support. The commander encourages volunteers to help make FRGs effective at the battalion, company, and station levels. FRGs are open to all soldiers, families, and civilians to help each other cope with the challenges of military life.
The Secretary of Defense and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff signed a memo opening more military roles and occupations to women that were previously closed. This will allow women to serve in direct combat roles and occupations that were restricted to men. The memo rescinds a 1994 rule that excluded women from combat units below the brigade level. The military services must provide plans to implement the policy changes by May 2013, with full implementation by 2015. The policy change shifts the burden of proof from why a woman should serve in a particular role to why she should not, if she can meet the same standards as men.
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.
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.
This document provides a quarterly report of recruiter misconduct cases in the 3rd Quarter. It lists the rank, offenses, and punishments for 9 cases of misconduct including misuse of government vehicles, inappropriate contact with applicants, adultery, and false official statements. The punishments involved article 15s, reductions in rank, forfeitures of pay, suspensions, and oral/written reprimands. The report emphasizes maintaining proper conduct and avoiding unofficial contact with applicants.
Nearly 50 soldiers from the 438th Medical Detachment (Veterinary Services) returned home from Afghanistan at a redeployment ceremony at Fort Carson. The unit deployed in June 2012 to provide veterinary services including food safety inspections, animal healthcare, and more. Upon their return, many soldiers were surprised and happy to be reunited with friends and family. Their commander spoke proudly of their mission accomplishments.
This article provides a summary of events happening on Fort Meade in the March 15, 2012 issue of the Soundoff! newspaper. The main stories include:
- Methane-generating trash from the Manor View dump site will be excavated and hauled off-post next week for safety reasons. Site preparation has begun.
- USA Staffing will streamline the job application process for Army vacancies beginning in April. Applicants can create accounts and pre-position documents.
- An Army Reserve Soldier was sentenced to six months confinement for wearing unauthorized insignia and making a false official statement about his medical profile.
Pentagon leaders warned that the budget impasse threatens to create a military readiness crisis if mandatory spending cuts take effect on March 1 due to sequestration. Defense Secretary Leon Panetta and Gen. Martin Dempsey said the half-trillion in defense cuts over 10 years would weaken the US and impact readiness, training, and maintenance. The article also discusses the Warrior Ethos being more than just words to some soldiers and how it is a code they strive to live by.
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 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.
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.
This article summarizes a revised jogging route on Fort Meade that replaces the previous trail around the former golf course, which closed on May 1. The new 1.75 mile route begins at the same starting point and includes a portion of the old trail as well as part of the DISA campus trail. Safety concerns led officials to close the old trail, which is now part of an active construction site. The revised route provides an alternative for joggers and runners on post.
Major Glendinning is a tough, unsympathetic man who speaks contemptuously of the Irish men under his command. He is determined to turn them into soldiers as quickly as possible and believes the Irish are overly emotional and unfit to govern themselves. While Major Glendinning maintains a stern demeanor, he also shoulders great responsibility for his men as their commander during war.
Foreign spies are targeting U.S. troops in Korea by attempting to gather even routine information from soldiers. Intelligence authorities warn soldiers to be aware that spies may try to befriend them in bars or other locations to slowly gain intelligence over time. Soldiers are reminded to report any suspicious individuals. The article provides examples of types of routine information spies may seek and tactics they may use, such as offering money or taking compromising photos.
The document is a newspaper from Fort Meade published on February 14, 2013. It contains several news stories, including one about food inspectors on post working to ensure food safety at dining facilities by inspecting for sanitation and safe food sources. It also reports that the garrison commander ordered the Burger King on post to close for a day after fruit flies were discovered in a soda dispenser due to a leak. The commander wanted to ensure the facility had time to thoroughly clean. It was reinspected and approved to reopen. Another story covers the 112th birthday of the Army Nurse Corps and a visit by the deputy chief of the corps to Kimbrough Ambulatory Care Center to recognize their service.
June 2012 1HBCT" Devils Corner" Brigade NewsletterNoel Waterman
The Devil’s Corner 1HBCT Monthly Newsletter is now available and can be found on the 1HBCT webpage on the 1st Infantry Division website at http://www.riley.army.mil/UnitPage.aspx?unit=1bct due to the size, please click on the link to read. We are always up and posting new information on FaceBook! Join us on the Official 1HBCT FaceBook Page at www.facebook.com/1HBCTDEVILBRIGADE?v=wall&ref-sgm.
In this issue you will find:
*We are on the web
*Devil 6 Comments
*Devil 7 Comments
*Chaplains Corner
*FRSA Contact Information
*What makes you?
*Soldier highlights
*Victory Week Results
*Devil Stakes
*Calling all Commander and 1SG Spouse Seminar
*Big Red One Soldiers take part in CLS Training
*Gary Sinise and the Lieutenant Dan Band Free Concert
*Defiant Soldiers, Trained, Ready for next phase of Reset
*Dreadnaught Soldier Receives MOVSM with Silver Star
*Custer Hill Golf Course Summer Events
*Army Family Team Building Training
*2012 Summer Kids Series at the Movies
*Band of Brothers
*The US Army Soldier Show – get your free tickets
*Dining Facility Weekend and holiday Schedule
*K-State Extension offers cooking classes
*Victory Week 2012- One to Remember
*Sundown Salute Information
*1HBCT t-shirt and glass sales
*Crimes and Punishments
* Don’t deal with a problem alone. Reach out a helping hand
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.
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 is the April 5th, 2012 edition of the Fort Meade community newspaper Soundoff.
- The main stories include a Fort Meade firefighter participating in a training exercise to assess suspicious powder in an abandoned building, ongoing utility upgrade work to reduce power outages, and a youth services program excelling in an inspection.
- In his column, the Garrison Commander expresses support for Sexual Assault Awareness Month and Child Abuse Prevention Month, and calls on the community to join in standing against these issues.
The document is a newspaper called Soundoff! that provides news, events, and stories for the Fort Meade community, including an article about the Army's 237th birthday celebration where the oldest and youngest soldiers cut a cake, as well as announcing upcoming leadership changes with the pending transfers of Lt. Col. Edmund Barrett and Command Sgt. Maj. Charles E. Smith at the end of the month. The Commander's Column bids farewell to Col. Barrett and Command Sgt. Maj. Smith and thanks them for their service at Fort Meade.
Maj. Gen. Paul J. LaCamera will take command of the 4th Infantry Division and Fort Carson during a ceremony on March 14. LaCamera is replacing Maj. Gen. Joseph Anderson, who has commanded the 4th Infantry Division since November 2011 and is being reassigned. LaCamera comes from serving as the deputy commanding general of the U.S. Army Special Operations Command at Fort Bragg, North Carolina.
- Four new commanders assumed command of various units at Fort Meade over the past week, including the 902nd Military Intelligence Group, 704th MI Brigade, Fort Meade U.S. Army Dental Activity, and Asymmetric Warfare Group's Baker Squadron.
- The Army Community Service program celebrated its 47th birthday this week. ACS provides services to support military families and maintain readiness.
- A summer youth performance of the Drama Camp will be held at McGill Training Center on July 27th at 3pm and 5:30pm. The Garrison Commander's safety message encourages sun safety to prevent skin cancer.
The document is a newspaper from Fort Meade covering local news, events and commentary from the Command Sergeant Major. It discusses upcoming events celebrating Veterans Day and highlights the Command Sergeant Major's column on the importance of standards and discipline as the foundation of the professional volunteer military. The column emphasizes that adherence to high standards through self-discipline and correcting others contributes to an effective force that can accomplish any mission.
The new 902nd Military Intelligence Group headquarters building was dedicated during a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The building is named after Chief Warrant Officer 3 Ann M. McDonough, a pioneer in the counterintelligence field. Speakers at the ceremony discussed McDonough's accomplishments and legacy. The new building will consolidate offices that were previously spread across multiple locations.
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.
This document discusses different forms of government and how political power is distributed in societies. It defines seven main forms of government: monarchy, dictatorship, theocracy, single-party state, direct democracy, parliamentary democracy, and presidential democracy. For each form of government, it provides a brief definition and lists some potential pros and cons in how political power is distributed and exercised in that system.
1) The document summarizes upcoming events and changes for HHT, 1st Squadron 71st Cavalry at Fort Drum. It welcomes new soldiers and leaders to the troop and says farewell to those who are leaving.
2) It announces social events for spouses like a dinner and encourages families to get involved in the FRG.
3) It provides updates on training and competitions for soldiers and congratulates those who were recently promoted, married or had children.
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.
Three Fort Carson 911 dispatchers received honors in 2012 for their work. Kim Perkins was named "Telecommunicator of the Year" for handling over 50,000 calls, including emergencies where lives were saved. Sue Aragon and Dana Carneal also received quarterly awards for going above and beyond the call of duty. The Fort Carson dispatch team works long shifts to provide emergency response around the clock.
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 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.
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.
This article summarizes a revised jogging route on Fort Meade that replaces the previous trail around the former golf course, which closed on May 1. The new 1.75 mile route begins at the same starting point and includes a portion of the old trail as well as part of the DISA campus trail. Safety concerns led officials to close the old trail, which is now part of an active construction site. The revised route provides an alternative for joggers and runners on post.
Major Glendinning is a tough, unsympathetic man who speaks contemptuously of the Irish men under his command. He is determined to turn them into soldiers as quickly as possible and believes the Irish are overly emotional and unfit to govern themselves. While Major Glendinning maintains a stern demeanor, he also shoulders great responsibility for his men as their commander during war.
Foreign spies are targeting U.S. troops in Korea by attempting to gather even routine information from soldiers. Intelligence authorities warn soldiers to be aware that spies may try to befriend them in bars or other locations to slowly gain intelligence over time. Soldiers are reminded to report any suspicious individuals. The article provides examples of types of routine information spies may seek and tactics they may use, such as offering money or taking compromising photos.
The document is a newspaper from Fort Meade published on February 14, 2013. It contains several news stories, including one about food inspectors on post working to ensure food safety at dining facilities by inspecting for sanitation and safe food sources. It also reports that the garrison commander ordered the Burger King on post to close for a day after fruit flies were discovered in a soda dispenser due to a leak. The commander wanted to ensure the facility had time to thoroughly clean. It was reinspected and approved to reopen. Another story covers the 112th birthday of the Army Nurse Corps and a visit by the deputy chief of the corps to Kimbrough Ambulatory Care Center to recognize their service.
June 2012 1HBCT" Devils Corner" Brigade NewsletterNoel Waterman
The Devil’s Corner 1HBCT Monthly Newsletter is now available and can be found on the 1HBCT webpage on the 1st Infantry Division website at http://www.riley.army.mil/UnitPage.aspx?unit=1bct due to the size, please click on the link to read. We are always up and posting new information on FaceBook! Join us on the Official 1HBCT FaceBook Page at www.facebook.com/1HBCTDEVILBRIGADE?v=wall&ref-sgm.
In this issue you will find:
*We are on the web
*Devil 6 Comments
*Devil 7 Comments
*Chaplains Corner
*FRSA Contact Information
*What makes you?
*Soldier highlights
*Victory Week Results
*Devil Stakes
*Calling all Commander and 1SG Spouse Seminar
*Big Red One Soldiers take part in CLS Training
*Gary Sinise and the Lieutenant Dan Band Free Concert
*Defiant Soldiers, Trained, Ready for next phase of Reset
*Dreadnaught Soldier Receives MOVSM with Silver Star
*Custer Hill Golf Course Summer Events
*Army Family Team Building Training
*2012 Summer Kids Series at the Movies
*Band of Brothers
*The US Army Soldier Show – get your free tickets
*Dining Facility Weekend and holiday Schedule
*K-State Extension offers cooking classes
*Victory Week 2012- One to Remember
*Sundown Salute Information
*1HBCT t-shirt and glass sales
*Crimes and Punishments
* Don’t deal with a problem alone. Reach out a helping hand
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.
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 is the April 5th, 2012 edition of the Fort Meade community newspaper Soundoff.
- The main stories include a Fort Meade firefighter participating in a training exercise to assess suspicious powder in an abandoned building, ongoing utility upgrade work to reduce power outages, and a youth services program excelling in an inspection.
- In his column, the Garrison Commander expresses support for Sexual Assault Awareness Month and Child Abuse Prevention Month, and calls on the community to join in standing against these issues.
The document is a newspaper called Soundoff! that provides news, events, and stories for the Fort Meade community, including an article about the Army's 237th birthday celebration where the oldest and youngest soldiers cut a cake, as well as announcing upcoming leadership changes with the pending transfers of Lt. Col. Edmund Barrett and Command Sgt. Maj. Charles E. Smith at the end of the month. The Commander's Column bids farewell to Col. Barrett and Command Sgt. Maj. Smith and thanks them for their service at Fort Meade.
Maj. Gen. Paul J. LaCamera will take command of the 4th Infantry Division and Fort Carson during a ceremony on March 14. LaCamera is replacing Maj. Gen. Joseph Anderson, who has commanded the 4th Infantry Division since November 2011 and is being reassigned. LaCamera comes from serving as the deputy commanding general of the U.S. Army Special Operations Command at Fort Bragg, North Carolina.
- Four new commanders assumed command of various units at Fort Meade over the past week, including the 902nd Military Intelligence Group, 704th MI Brigade, Fort Meade U.S. Army Dental Activity, and Asymmetric Warfare Group's Baker Squadron.
- The Army Community Service program celebrated its 47th birthday this week. ACS provides services to support military families and maintain readiness.
- A summer youth performance of the Drama Camp will be held at McGill Training Center on July 27th at 3pm and 5:30pm. The Garrison Commander's safety message encourages sun safety to prevent skin cancer.
The document is a newspaper from Fort Meade covering local news, events and commentary from the Command Sergeant Major. It discusses upcoming events celebrating Veterans Day and highlights the Command Sergeant Major's column on the importance of standards and discipline as the foundation of the professional volunteer military. The column emphasizes that adherence to high standards through self-discipline and correcting others contributes to an effective force that can accomplish any mission.
The new 902nd Military Intelligence Group headquarters building was dedicated during a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The building is named after Chief Warrant Officer 3 Ann M. McDonough, a pioneer in the counterintelligence field. Speakers at the ceremony discussed McDonough's accomplishments and legacy. The new building will consolidate offices that were previously spread across multiple locations.
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.
This document discusses different forms of government and how political power is distributed in societies. It defines seven main forms of government: monarchy, dictatorship, theocracy, single-party state, direct democracy, parliamentary democracy, and presidential democracy. For each form of government, it provides a brief definition and lists some potential pros and cons in how political power is distributed and exercised in that system.
1) The document summarizes upcoming events and changes for HHT, 1st Squadron 71st Cavalry at Fort Drum. It welcomes new soldiers and leaders to the troop and says farewell to those who are leaving.
2) It announces social events for spouses like a dinner and encourages families to get involved in the FRG.
3) It provides updates on training and competitions for soldiers and congratulates those who were recently promoted, married or had children.
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.
Three Fort Carson 911 dispatchers received honors in 2012 for their work. Kim Perkins was named "Telecommunicator of the Year" for handling over 50,000 calls, including emergencies where lives were saved. Sue Aragon and Dana Carneal also received quarterly awards for going above and beyond the call of duty. The Fort Carson dispatch team works long shifts to provide emergency response around the clock.
The document discusses training of Iraqi Army units at the Ghuzlani Warrior Training Center in Iraq. U.S. soldiers are training Iraqi battalions for one month cycles to prepare them for national defense operations independently of U.S. forces. The 1st Battalion, 11th Brigade, 3rd Iraqi Army Division recently completed the first training cycle in support of the Iraqi training initiative called Tadreeb al Shamil, or All-Inclusive Training. Soldiers from the 1st Squadron, 9th Cavalry Regiment are training the 3rd Iraqi Army Division in light infantry tactics and skills.
In this week’s edition of The Ivy Leaf, Volume 1, Issue 24, you will find a unique version of our newsletter loaded with information about Lion's Leap, our Ironhorse Strong Soldier of the week and comments from our New Chief of Staff. We take you to 1-1 Devil Brigade and take an up close and personal look at one of the doc's providing medical care to Soldiers, 2-25 Infantry Division taking matter into their own hands to keep their Soldiers safe and comments from the DSTB Command Sergeant Major. Read about a Task Force ODIN NCO recognized as U.S. Division-North NCO of the Quarter, and Iraqi Soldiers learning radio communication techniques at Ghuzlani Warrior Training Center. All those stories and more in this week’s edition of The Ivy Leaf. Please take the time to share our newsletter with all your family and friends.
The document summarizes a squad challenge competition held by Company D, 1st Battalion, 14th Infantry Regiment at Contingency Operating Site Warrior in Iraq. The challenge tested the physical and tactical abilities of soldiers through events like pushups, situps, shooting, and an infantry tactics quiz while carrying heavy rucksacks on a long march. It also highlights combat medic Spc. Edmund Adjei's recognition as "Ironhorse Strong" Soldier of the Week for his decisive medical treatment of three wounded Iranian tourists after an IED attack that saved their lives.
Crystal Ross high gear, I want to take a moment to thank the Fort Carson Though we will soon depart Fort Carson, our Families
Happenings: Nel Lampe community for the tremendous support provided to our will remain. I ask that you continue to embrace and
Soldiers and Families. support them as you have throughout our time here.
Sports writer: Walt Johnson
They are the backbone of our formations and will play a
Layout/graphics: Jeff Andrews Our Families are the heart and soul of our formations. critical role in our mission success.
This commercial enterprise newspaper is an authorized publication for members of the Department of Defense. Contents of the Mountaine
Lt. Gen. Mike Ferriter, commander of the Installation Management Command, visited Fort Carson on Monday and Tuesday. During his visit, he received briefings on Fort Carson's mission and recognized 13 IMCOM employees who helped respond to the recent Waldo Canyon Fire. Ferriter complimented Fort Carson leaders on their focused teamwork and customer service. He also met with Army World Class Athlete Program personnel before sending off 11 Soldiers competing in the Olympics. Additionally, Command Sgt. Maj. Steven Green assumed duties as the new Fort Carson garrison command sergeant major in a change of responsibility ceremony, succeeding Command Sgt. Maj. James Kilpatrick.
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 Fort Carson community raised over $740,000 for the 2011 Combined Federal Campaign (CFC), exceeding the $650,000 goal by 14%. Maj. Gen. Joseph Anderson praised the community's generosity in supporting thousands of nonprofit organizations that provide health and human services. The CFC is an initiative that allows federal employees to donate to charity. The article also advertised an upcoming Facebook town hall meeting with Fort Carson leadership to share information and answer questions from 10-11am.
This article summarizes President Obama's response to the wildfires in Colorado. It discusses how Obama met with impacted families and vowed to marshal all federal resources, including the military, to combat the fires. Thousands of firefighters, hundreds of fire engines and over 100 aircraft from agencies like FEMA and the Forest Service are assisting under the command of Northern Command. The fires have burned nearly 18,000 acres in Colorado and the federal government is bringing all available resources to bear in fighting the fires.
This document contains three unrelated summaries:
1) It announces that Staff Sgt. Ty Michael Carter will receive the Medal of Honor for his actions defending Combat Outpost Keating in Afghanistan in 2009 against over 400 enemy fighters.
2) It provides information about the Fort Carson "G.I. Rides for Life" program that offers free rides home on Fridays and Saturdays for soldiers to promote safety.
3) It expresses concern from a Major that some soldiers' off-duty behaviors, such as reckless driving, crime, and disrespectful conduct in public, are damaging community support and eroding standards at Fort Carson. He urges soldiers to commit to army values and discipline at all
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 document is the February/March 2010 issue of the newsletter for the Harrisburg Recruiting Battalion. It includes sections on leadership, battalion news, education, the Cold Steel family program, company news, and Army news. The commander's article emphasizes living by the Soldier's Creed and Army Values. The command sergeant major discusses how recruiters must understand civilians' perspectives to communicate effectively while maintaining ethical recruiting practices.
In this week’s edition... DEERS receives top notch award, DFMWR helps people get into shape and Children learn a little more about their world with Earth Day activities. Read these stories and more in your Mountaineer.
The 4th Engineer Battalion cased its colors in preparation for an upcoming deployment to Afghanistan. The battalion's colors have flown continuously over Lion's Park for 660 days while units have been deployed. The colors represent streamers earned during campaigns back to the Civil War. Children under 12 will not have to pay pool fees on post due to water restrictions. The last joint town hall meeting between Fort Carson and the Pikes Peak Area Council of Governments highlighted the importance of partnership between the military and local community. Sequestration will impact both Fort Carson and the local community through cuts and loss of personnel.
The document provides information on upcoming events and stories from Fort Carson including:
- A film screening Friday evening about sexual assault awareness month.
- A story and photo about a father-daughter dance event for military families.
- An article about five Fort Carson soldiers who provided first aid to two men who were shot at a local park.
- Background information on the America's Army - Our Profession education and training program.
- Details on National Volunteer Week activities at Fort Carson to recognize and encourage volunteering.
- An overview of planning for potential civilian furloughs resulting from sequestration budget cuts.
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.
President Obama awarded former Army Staff Sgt. Clinton Romesha the Medal of Honor for his courageous actions during a daylong firefight at Combat Outpost Keating in Afghanistan in 2009. Romesha helped defend the outpost and evacuate casualties while it was attacked by over 300 Taliban fighters. Obama praised Romesha and his fellow soldiers for their bravery and selflessness during the intense battle. The ceremony honored Romesha and nine soldiers who died defending the outpost against overwhelming odds.
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 document discusses several topics:
1. The Army Assistant Secretary visited Fort Carson and addressed issues related to the Piñon Canyon Maneuver Site, including potentially rescinding a waiver that allows for expansion.
2. She also discussed Fort Carson's net zero energy, water, and waste goals and praised the installation's efforts to become more resilient and reduce costs through these initiatives.
3. The Secretary said she will investigate the Piñon Canyon waiver issue and report back within several months, and that the Army's reduced deployments may mean expansion is no longer necessary.
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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 document summarizes the groundbreaking ceremony for the new 4th Infantry Division Memorial at Fort Carson. Over 200 veterans attended the ceremony to honor the division's history and sacrifices. A computer graphic shows the planned design of the memorial, which will feature five marble pillars representing the division's major campaigns, and a central plaque highlighting its achievements. The ceremony officially marked the start of construction of the memorial in the Fort Carson Field of Honor.
The document is a newspaper called the Mountaineer that serves Fort Carson. It discusses the Army's response to mandatory evacuations from the Black Forest and Royal Gorge wildfires in Colorado, including allowing evacuated soldiers to receive temporary duty pay and reimbursement for lodging and travel expenses. It also describes how Fort Carson units assisted in firefighting efforts, such as the 4th Combat Aviation Brigade providing helicopter water drops and refueling support and the 52nd Engineer Battalion creating firebreaks with bulldozers.
The document discusses budget cuts facing the U.S. Army and their potential impact on readiness. The Undersecretary of the Army, Joseph Westphal, expressed concerns to civic leaders from Lawton, Oklahoma about how the Army will be able to train, equip, and sustain soldiers to be ready if called upon due to sequestration and requested budget cuts. Westphal noted that the Army has already started reducing and modifying training due to fiscal constraints, which could negatively impact soldiers' readiness to deploy quickly if needed. However, he assured the civic leaders that the Army would endure and remain ready to defend the nation despite budget challenges.
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 article summarizes the return of nearly 100 Army Reservists from a year-long deployment in Afghanistan handling detainee operations. The unit commander reported that the soldiers upheld their professionalism while managing thousands of high-risk detainees at the detention facility in Parwan. The article describes an emotional welcome home ceremony where friends and family cheered for the returning soldiers. One soldier said the deployment was mentally challenging but a good learning experience, while another said it feels amazing to be home again with loved ones after being away for so long.
Staff Sgt. Ty Carter was awarded the Medal of Honor by President Barack Obama for his heroic actions during the Battle of Kamdesh in Afghanistan in 2009. During the battle, Carter resupplied an isolated position under enemy fire twice, provided first aid to a wounded soldier, and helped defend and reclaim Combat Outpost Keating after it was breached by over 300 Taliban fighters. Obama praised Carter for his bravery and sacrifice, noting he represents the best of American heroism. Carter feels the award honors the entire unit and their efforts to survive the battle.
This document contains information from the Fort Carson Mountaineer newspaper dated Aug. 16, 2013. It includes announcements about upcoming events at Fort Carson, including a memorial walk/run on Saturday. It describes a joint training exercise with ROTC cadets and Fort Carson units. It provides details about the planned demolition of buildings from the Old Hospital Complex on post, which housed thousands of patients during World War II. The demolition raises issues regarding asbestos and lead removal. The document also discusses Antiterrorism Awareness Month and the importance of vigilance against terrorist threats.
The Defense Secretary reduced the number of unpaid furlough days for approximately 650,000 DoD civilian employees from 11 days to 6 days. This was made possible by Congress approving a large reprogramming request submitted by the DoD. The furlough period will now end on August 17th for most employees. All furloughs have also ended immediately for DoD Education Activity personnel.
The 544th Engineer Company received a division physical fitness excellence award streamer for exceeding the Army physical fitness test standards set by the 4th Infantry Division. To earn the streamer, a unit must score an average of 250 points on the APFT with no failures and an 85% participation rate, which the 544th Engineers achieved with an average score of 279 points and an 87% participation rate. Brig. Gen. Michael Bills presented the streamer to the unit and commended their achievement, noting it was the first time in 10 years that a unit met the commanding general's challenge. The high standards and dedication of the Soldiers in the 544th Engineers allowed them to earn this recognition.
The document summarizes various topics from a military newspaper including: gate closures for vehicle barrier maintenance on post; the 4th Infantry Division color guard participating in the opening ceremony of the Pikes Peak rodeo; Fort Carson receiving an energy award from the federal government for its energy reduction efforts; key details about the Army's Sexual Harassment/Assault Response and Prevention program; and the top contributing units to the Army Emergency Relief fund being recognized.
The 4th Infantry Division cased its colors in preparation for its headquarters and headquarters battalion to deploy to Afghanistan for one year in support of Operation Enduring Freedom; two new generals were also welcomed to Fort Carson, with one assuming duties as senior mission commander. About 500 Soldiers will deploy in the coming weeks to support NATO's International Security Assistance Force Regional-Command South in enabling Afghanistan's National Security Forces.
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.
This document provides information about upcoming events at Fort Carson for Iron Horse Week from May 31 to June 7. Soldiers will compete in various sporting tournaments and competitions including flag football, basketball, softball, volleyball, dodgeball, boxing, marksmanship, archery, orienteering, tug-of-war, and a 10k run. The week aims to build camaraderie between units and team pride. It kicks off with an installation run and concludes with an awards ceremony and Army birthday cake cutting on June 7.
Fort Carson athletes had success at the 2013 Warrior Games, with Spc. Elizabeth Wasil winning three gold medals in wheelchair racing and adding two bronze medals and a sixth place finish. Staff Sgt. Spencer Anderson earned a bronze medal in cycling. The Warrior Games featured competitions in various sports for wounded warriors from different military services. Sgt. Maj. of the Army Raymond Chandler visited Fort Carson units and spoke with Soldiers about challenges such as budget cuts and the importance of resilience and leadership.
In this weeks edition of the Mountaineer, Secretary of Defense announces fewer furlough days, Sky Sox honor Service Members, Warriors make final preperations for the games.
Read these stories and more in your Mountaineer.
The document discusses several topics:
1) It announces upcoming Warrior Games at the U.S. Olympic Training Center and U.S. Air Force Academy from Saturday to Thursday.
2) It covers a change of command ceremony at Fort Carson where Col. (P) John "J.T." Thomson III replaced Brig. Gen. Ryan Gonsalves as deputy commander.
3) It provides information about a motorcycle safety day and ride at Fort Carson on May 30th that will travel from Fort Carson to Pueblo, Cañon City, and back.
Sgt. Andrew Mahoney received the Silver Star Medal for his heroic actions in Afghanistan that saved the lives of 24 people. In August 2012, Mahoney and another soldier disrupted a suicide bomber attack on their patrol by tackling the bomber to the ground, where he detonated his vest. Mahoney was injured but continued to secure the area. The attack killed 4 soldiers and wounded others. At a ceremony, Mahoney was praised for his bravery and humility, though he said he was just doing his job.
Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel will ask Congress to limit the power of military commanders to overturn convictions for major offenses like sexual assault. Currently, commanders have the power under the Uniform Code of Military Justice to set aside convictions or reduce sentences, but Hagel wants to restrict this power for serious crimes. Hagel ordered a review of this issue and his proposed changes have the full support of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and military secretaries. He hopes these reforms will increase accountability and confidence in the military justice system.
Soldiers at the 4th Infantry Division headquarters participated in a mission rehearsal exercise (MRX) designed to prepare them for an upcoming deployment, during which experienced trainers presented scenarios for the staff to solve in order to build skills needed for their mission; the goal was to simulate real-world operational conditions and challenges through communication exercises and scenario-based problem-solving.
Maj. Gen. Paul LaCamera has taken command of the 4th Infantry Division and Fort Carson. He is a 28-year combat veteran who has served around the world. In his first speech to the division, LaCamera expressed that he was upbeat about the opportunity to command in Colorado Springs and said everything he had seen so far was "absolutely magnificent." While happy with what he has seen, LaCamera said he would make changes as needed based on his personality and experience.
The document discusses upcoming furloughs for U.S. Army civilian employees due to mandatory budget cuts. Approximately 251,000 Department of Army civilians expect to be notified if they will be furloughed for up to 22 days starting in April. This could impact around 27,000 employees of the U.S. Army Installation Management Command. Furloughs will result in a pay cut of approximately 8.5% annually or 20% from late April through September. The availability of some programs and services may also be reduced due to furloughs.
Maj. Gen. Paul J. LaCamera will replace Maj. Gen. Joseph Anderson as the commanding general of the 4th Infantry Division and Fort Carson. LaCamera is currently the deputy commanding general of the U.S. Army Special Operations Command at Fort Bragg, N.C. The 4th Infantry Division will also receive new deputy commanding generals, Brig. Gen. Michael A. Bills and Col. John C. Thomson III, who will replace Brig. Gen. Darsie Rogers and Brig. Gen. Ryan Gonsalves in those roles.
1. Vol. 70 No. 38 Sept. 21, 2012
4th BCT
begins
return
Story and photo by Spc. Nathan Thome
4th Infantry Division Public Affairs Office
Family and friends of 4th Brigade Combat
Team, 4th Infantry Division, filled the stands,
waiting for their loved ones to enter the Special
Events Center after the Soldiers’ redeployment
from Afghanistan, Saturday.
The crowd erupted as the 135 Soldiers filed
into the SEC, snapped to attention and rendered
honors to the flag. The Soldiers deployed in support
of Operation Enduring Freedom in March with the
primary mission of enabling the Afghan National
Security Forces and the Islamic Republic of
Afghanistan government to defend and provide for
the Afghan people.
Maj. Gen. Joseph Anderson, commanding
general, 4th Inf. Div. and Fort Carson, addressed
Soldiers and Families at the event, speaking of his
pride in the Soldiers.
“Congratulations to the Soldiers for their work
downrange and their accomplishments; most of all,
congratulations for a job well done,” said Anderson.
“To all the Families here, thanks for your love,
support and sacrifice for your loved ones,” said
Anderson.
“Godspeed, we love you, and welcome home,”
the general concluded.
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Soldiers from 4th Brigade Combat Team,
4th Infantry Division, are greeted by division
leadership at the Colorado Springs Airport after
redeploying from Afghanistan, Saturday. The
Soldiers turned in weapons and sensitive equipment
and received an in-processing and safety brief
prior to reuniting with their Families at Fort Carson.
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2. 2 MOUNTAINEER — Sept. 21, 2012
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Commanding General:
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Every Soldier should have a battle buddy
Commentary by Capt. Anthony T. Hoefler Of course these measures are not groundbreaking
Col. David L. Grosso 4th Infantry Division Public Affairs Office leadership tactics within the Army; however, the battle
Fort Carson Public Affairs Officer: buddy system is still one of many important mechanisms
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Being a battle buddy in the Army is a quick and that allow Soldiers to police themselves. It should be
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The Army has come to embrace the concept of being a Army, everyone should attach themselves to a battle buddy.
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buddy concept is valuable to reinforce cohesion and order. after my best interests.
As a recent company commander, I often referred to While in Afghanistan, my first sergeant would often
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3. Sept. 21, 2012 — MOUNTAINEER 3
Westcliffe, Silver Cliff
Leaders partner with Carson
By Billie Garner
Garrison Public Affairs Office
WESTCLIFFE — Leaders of the commu-
nities of Westcliffe and Silver Cliff hosted Fort
Carson leaders Tuesday to sign a partnership
committed to recognizing the strength of Soldiers
and Families and the support of the public.
Held at the Custer County High School
gymnasium, the Army Community Covenant
signing highlights and recognizes the numerous
ties and bonds Fort Carson has with the
Westcliffe and Silver Cliff communities.
“The community covenant was created by
the Secretary of the Army to display support of
the community to come together making a com-
mitment to show their dedication to our military
and their Families,” said Terrance McWilliams, a
former Fort Carson command sergeant major and
current military director for the El Pomar
Foundation, during his introduction remarks.
Photo by Antonio Francis
“The strength of the community comes from
the support of employers, educators, civic and Endorsers of the Custer County Communities of Westcliffe Carson; Lynn Attebery, chairman, Custer County Board of
business leaders and its citizens,” McWilliams said. and Silver Cliff covenant commit to a joint venture of a Commissioners; and Col. David Grosso, Fort Carson
“This is another historic day for the Army united pledge of support for Fort Carson Soldiers and garrison commander. Also signing, but not pictured are
and the Westcliffe community that dates back to their Families Tuesday at the Custer County High School William J. Hybl, civilian aide emeritus to the Secretary of
October of 1959, which was the time of the big gymnasium. Signing the Army Community Covenant, from the Army; Randy Woods, Custer County School Board
snowstorm that left about 10,000 cattle stranded left, are Christina Veltrie, mayor of Westcliffe; Larry L. president; Charles Bogle, signing for Kenton Felty,
See Covenant on Page 4
Weber, mayor of Silver Cliff; Maj. Gen. Joseph Anderson, American Legion Post 170; and Kathy Wampler, signing
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4. 4 MOUNTAINEER — Sept. 21, 2012
Re t u r n Lewis Crump, Troop B, 3rd Squadron,
from Page 1 61st Cavalry Regiment, 4th BCT, 4th
Inf. Div.
Soldiers sang the 4th Inf. Div. and His wife was overcome with joy,
Army songs, before being released to seeing her Soldier safely back home.
reunite with their Families. “Waiting for my husband filled me
As the Soldiers and Families with anticipation,” said Shelby Crump.
rushed to each other, Soldiers held “I was filled with a lot of emotion, but
their children and hugged their I was very proud mostly.”
Families and friends. Spouses cried as “I’m here now, I’m with my wife,
they embraced their Soldiers for the and that’s all that I care about right
first time in months. now,” said Lewis Crump. “I want to
“When we got off the plane, I just spend as much time with her as I can.”
couldn’t wait to get (home) and see my The rest of the 4th BCT Soldiers
wife; nothing else mattered,” said Sgt. will begin returning home soon.
Mayor welcomes
home Soldiers
By Steve Bach important work you carried out
Mayor, City of Colorado Springs in support of Operation Enduring
Freedom. Your bravery, courage
Welcome home Soldiers of the and dedication enabling the Afghan
4th Brigade Combat Team, 4th National Security Forces and the
Infantry Division. government of Afghanistan to
On behalf of Colorado Springs defend and provide for the Afghan
and our grateful citizens, I am people is historic and you have
honored to welcome you home made all of us very proud.
to Fort Carson and the City of We hope you enjoy this
Colorado Springs. If you look up time with your Family and friends. Photo by Spc. Nathan Thome
today, you will be able to see this We value your contributions to Sgt. Lewis Crump, Troop B, 3rd Squadron, 61st Cavalry Regiment, 4th
year’s first snow on Pikes Peak. our community and country. Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, embraces his wife, Shelby
We’ve heard about the very Welcome back. Crump, at the Special Events Center Saturday, after returning home from his
deployment to Afghanistan.
Covenant at Custer County High School and one of about 50 Spc. Joyce Cochran, 10sth CSH, was moved by
from Page 3 high school students who attended the ceremony. the ceremony.
Proud of his family’s military background, Staton “My brother, Marine Lance Cpl. Kenneth
without food. Soldiers came to help, battling waist-deep plans to join the Army after graduation. Cochran, died while we were deployed together in
snow to save the cattle and would gladly help again “This (covenant signing) shows Fort Carson cares January. Being from a small town myself, it makes
if needed, just as they did a couple months ago with about us,” Staton said. me feel good to know that small communities stand
the Waldo Canyon Fire,” said Maj. Gen. Joseph The ceremony began with some light-hearted behind the military,” she said.
Anderson, commanding general, 4th Infantry fun when Anderson tossed a cream puff pastry to Other Fort Carson military representatives
Division and Fort Carson. Lane Byerly, a Custer County High School junior attending the signing include Command Sgt. Maj.
The Westcliffe community, along with Dave and member of the football team. The commanding Brian Stall, senior enlisted leader, 4th Inf. Div.
Roever at Eagles Summit Ranch, hosted an event general later presented the young man with a 4th and Fort Carson; Col. Patrick J. Ahearne, deputy
called “Outdoor Buddies,” that pays tribute to wounded Infantry Division coin. commander for Health Services, Evans Army
warriors and their Families. Soldiers from the 10th American Legion and Patriot Guard member Community Hospital; Maj. Brian Spangler, com-
Combat Support Hospital, a partner unit, participate in William “Wild Bill” Miller was glad to be a part of mander, Rear Detachment, 10th CSH; and Master
Custer County events each year and recently partici- the ceremony. Sgt. Daniel R. Traver, senior enlisted leader, Rear
pated in the Memorial Day parade, Anderson said. “Our members participate in many community Detachment, 10th CSH.
The covenant is designed to develop and foster and military events, including the annual toy run “Our successful collaboration will continue to
effective state and community partnerships with the and escorting military funerals,” Miller said. enhance the lives of Soldiers and Families into the
Army in improving the quality of life for military Charles Bogle, a retired Army colonel and co- future. The well-being of our Soldiers and Families
members and their Families, both at their current chairman of the Fort Carson Retiree Council, was remains a top priority. We appreciate all you do and
duty stations and as they transfer from state to state. pleased with the attendance. everyone’s continued support,” Anderson said.
“This is great that the Army came here because it “Good turnout today with more than 200 people Fort Carson leaders hope to sign an Army
shows they want to be involved with our community. I’m attending,” he said. “I am proud to see the participation Community Covenant with Denver and northern
glad this is happening,” said Derek G. Staton, a junior of the community.” communities sometime next year.
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5. Sept. 21, 2012 — MOUNTAINEER 5
440th Civil Affairs activates
Story and photo by
Andrea Sutherland
Civil Affairs Bn. “A year ago we had
five men huddled around a cubicle. …
440th Civil Affairs Bn., like others before
us, have a rendezvous with destiny.”
to loss of life, property damage and
military government,” he said. “During
Mountaineer staff We started it from scratch.” Garner spoke about the history of World War II a civil affairs division was
After more than a year of planning civil affairs units, dating back to the created and for the first time, civil
As Command Sgt. Maj. Aaron A. and preparing, the civil affairs unit Civil War. affairs and military government staff
Miller slipped the casing off the officially activated Saturday during a “Civil affairs was originally created sections were added to theater army,
guidon for the 440th Civil Affairs ceremony at Founders Field. as an ad hoc from the forces available to corps and even division level. As a result
Battalion, there was a metaphorical “The 440th Civil Affairs Bn. is handle the vast and cumbersome civilian of this creation, civil affairs Soldiers
sigh of relief from commanders. forging a beginning,” said Lt. Col. issues that were being created by a were called governors as they led and
“We’ve come a long way in the last Damone Garner, commander, during his military force conducting operations managed the Marshall Plan.”
year,” said Maj. George Meyer, 440th remarks to the audience. “Today … the throughout populated areas in response Garner said the role of civil affairs
units is no longer to conduct military
government operations, but to support
“Civil affairs was originally military commanders by engaging
civilians in the operational environment.
created as an ad hoc from the “In addition, our mission is to
forces available to handle support the civil administration, which
includes humanitarian assistance, disaster
the vast and cumbersome response and emergency assistance,
civilian issues that were population resource control and military
civic action,” he said.
being created by a military A reserve component of the U.S.
force conducting operations Army Civil Affairs and Psychological
Operations Command (Airborne), the
throughout populated 163 Soldiers from the 440th come from
areas in response to loss of numerous backgrounds including public
safety, medical and engineering fields.
life, property damage and During his remarks to the com-
military government.” manders and Soldiers of the 440th,
Col. Steve J. Ford, commander, 364th
— Lt. Col. Damone Garner Civil Affairs Brigade (Airborne),
Portland, Ore., praised the men and
women who chose to serve.
From left, Col. Steve J. Ford, commander, “Being a citizen Soldier isn’t easy,”
364th Civil Affairs Brigade, Portland, Ore.; he said. “You must balance your life
440th Civil Affairs Battalion Commander Lt. between your Family, civilian job and
Col. Damone A. Garner and Command Sgt. your life as a Soldier. Train hard and
Maj. Aaron A. Miller uncase the battalion challenge yourself to be the best in
colors, officially activating the unit, Saturday. all that you do.”
6. 6 MOUNTAINEER — Sept. 21, 2012
Miscellaneous Fort Carson dining facilities hours of operation
Points only, nondeployable unit — Reinforcement Dining facility Friday Saturday-Sunday Monday-Thursday
training units provide a “home” for Individual Ready Stack Breakfast: 7-9 a.m. Breakfast: 7-9 a.m. Breakfast: 7-9 a.m.
Reserve Soldiers who want to maintain Reserve Lunch: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Lunch: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Lunch: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
affiliation. Soldiers considering leaving troop Dinner: 5-6:30 p.m. Dinner: 5-6:30 p.m. Dinner: 5-6:30 p.m.
program unit assignment can consider the 6399th/ Wolf Breakfast: 7-9 a.m. Closed Breakfast: 7-9 a.m.
6404th RTU as a short- or long-term option. Benefits Lunch: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Lunch: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
include earning retirement points and “good” years; Dinner: Closed Dinner: 5-6:30 p.m.
optional monthly nonpaid drill weekends; continued
military training; paid annual training opportunities; Warfighter Breakfast: 7-9 a.m. Closed Breakfast: 7-9 a.m.
earning retirement points via correspondence courses; (Wilderness Road Complex) Lunch: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Lunch: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
and easy transfer to TPUs if desired. Contact Chief Dinner: Closed Dinner: Closed
Warrant Officer 4 Lake Gardner at 720-363-0511 or LaRochelle Breakfast: 7-9 a.m. Closed Breakfast: 7-9 a.m.
lakegardner@comcast.net for more information. 10th SFG(A) Lunch: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Lunch: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
German Armed Forces Military Proficiency Badge Dinner: Closed Dinner: Closed
— training and testing is conducted monthly. Events
include swimming, marksmanship, track and field • Facility custodial services — Call Bryan personnel being reassigned stateside. The briefings
events (100-meter dash, shot put, long jump or high Dorcey at 526-6670 or email bryan.s.dorcey.civ@ are held in building 1129, Freedom Performing Arts
jump and 3,000-meter run or 1,000-meter swim) and mail.mil for service needs or to report complaints. Center; sign-in is at 7 a.m. and briefings start at 7:30
a 12-kilometer road march. Soldiers with physical • Elevator maintenance — Call Bryan a.m. Soldiers are required to bring Department
limitations can also participate with an approved Dorcey at 526-6670 or email bryan.s.dorcey. of the Army Form 5118, signed by their unit
alternate event authorized by medical personnel. civ@mail.mil. personnel section, and a pen to complete forms.
Upon completion of all required events, Soldiers are • Motor pool sludge removal/disposal — Call 526-4730/4583 for more information.
awarded a badge in gold, silver or bronze level — Call Dennis Frost at 526-6997 or email Army ROTC Green-to-Gold briefings — are held
determined by results of the marksmanship and road dennis.j.frost.civ@mail.mil. the first and third Tuesday of each month at noon
march. This is a foreign military award authorized to • Repair and utility/self-help — Call Gary at the education center, building 1117, room 120.
be worn on the Class-A or Army Service Uniform. Grant at 526-5844 or email gerald.l.grant2.civ Call University of Colorado-Colorado Springs
Soldiers should submit packets through their chain of @mail.mil. Use this number to obtain self-help Army ROTC at 262-3475 for more information.
command to Sgt. Michael Phillips at 526-5282 or tools and equipment or a motorized sweeper. ETS briefings — for enlisted personnel are held the
email michael.j.phillips6@us.army.mil. Contact • Base operations contracting officer first and third Wednesday of each month. Briefing
Chief Warrant Officer David Douglas at 720-250- representative — Call Terry Hagen at 526-9262 sign in begins at 7 a.m. at the Soldier Readiness
1221 or email david.douglas1@us.army.mil. or email terry.j.hagen.civ@mail.mil for questions Building, building 1042, room 244, on a first-come,
Finance travel processing — All inbound and on snow removal, grounds maintenance and first-served basis. Soldiers must be within 120 days
outbound Temporary Lodging Expense, “Do it contractor response to service orders. of their expiration term of service, but must attend
Yourself ” Moves, servicemember and Family • Portable latrines — Call Jerald Just at the briefing no later than 30 days prior to their ETS
member travel, travel advance pay and travel pay 524-0786 or email jerald.j.just.civ@mail.mil to or start of transition leave. Call 526-2240/8458.
inquiries will be handled in building 1218, room 231. request latrines, for service or to report damaged Special Forces briefings — are held Wednesdays in
Call 526-4454 or 524-2594 for more information. or overturned latrines. building 1430, room 123, from noon to 1 p.m.
First Sergeants’ Barracks Program 2020 — is located Legal services — provided at the Soldier Readiness Soldiers must be specialist-staff sergeant from any
in building 1454 on Nelson Boulevard. The hours of Processing site are for Soldiers undergoing the SRP military occupational specialty, have a general
operation are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday. The process. The SRP Legal Office will only provide technical score of at least 107, be a U.S. citizen, score
office assists Soldiers with room assignments and powers of attorney or notary services to Soldiers 240 or higher on the Army Physical Fitness Test, and
terminations. For more information call 526-9707. processing through the SRP. Retirees, Family pass a Special Forces physical. Call 524-1461 or
Sergeant Audie Murphy Club — The Fort Carson members and Soldiers not in the SRP process can visit the website at http://www.bragg.army.mil/sorb.
Sergeant Audie Murphy Club meets the third receive legal assistance and powers of attorney at
Tuesday of each month at the Family Connection the main legal office located at 1633 Mekong St., Hours of Operation
Center from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The SAMC building 6222, next to the Family Readiness Center.
is open to all active members and those interested Legal assistance prepares powers of attorney and Central Issue Facility
in becoming future SAMC members. The club was performs notary services on a walk-in basis from • In-processing — Monday-Thursday from
originally a U.S. Forces Command organization of 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays-Wednesdays and 7:30-10:30 a.m.
elite noncommissioned officers but is now an Fridays, and from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursdays. • Initial and partial issues — Monday-
Armywide program for those who meet the criteria Friday from 12:30-3:30 p.m.
and have proven themselves to be outstanding Briefings • Cash sales/report of survey — Monday-
NCOs through a board/leadership process. Contact Thursday from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
the SAMC president, Staff Sgt. Thomas Witt, at 75th Ranger Regiment briefings — are held • Direct exchange and partial turn ins —
526-5661 for more information. Tuesdays in building 1430, room 150, from noon Monday-Friday from 7:30-11:30 a.m.
Recycle incentive program — The Directorate of to 1 p.m. Soldiers must be private-sergeant first • Full turn ins — by appointment only; call
Public Works has an incentive program to prevent class with a minimum General Technical Score of 526-3321.
recyclable waste from going to the landfill. 105; be a U.S. citizen; score 240 or higher on the • Unit issues and turn ins — Call 526-
Participating battalions can earn monetary rewards Army Physical Fitness Test; and pass a Ranger 5512/6477 for approval.
for turning recyclable materials in to the Fort Carson physical. Call 524-2691 or visit http://www. Education Center hours of operation — The
Recycle Center, building 155. Points are assigned for goarmy.com/ranger.html for more information. Mountain Post Training and Education Center,
the pounds of recyclable goods turned in and every Casualty Notification/Assistance Officer training building 1117, 526-2124, hours are as follows:
participating battalion receives money quarterly. Call — is held Oct. 16-18 from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in • Counselor Support Center — Monday-
526-5898 for more information about the program. building 1187 on Minnick Avenue, behind post car Thursday 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Fridays 11
Directorate of Public Works services — DPW is wash. Class is limited to 50 people on a first-come, a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
responsible for a wide variety of services on Fort first-served basis. Contact Jean Graves at 526- • Army Learning Center — Monday-
Carson. Services range from repair and maintenance 5613/5614 or jean.graves@us.army.mil for more Friday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
of facilities to equipping units with a sweeper and information. • Defense Activity for Nontraditional
cleaning motor pools. Listed below are phone Disposition Services — Defense Logistics Agency Education Support and Army Personnel Testing —
numbers and points of contact for services: Disposition Services Colorado Springs, located in Monday-Friday 7:30-11:30 a.m. and 12:30-4:30 p.m.
• Facility repair/service orders — Fort building 381, conducts orientations Fridays from Repair and Utility self-help — has moved to building
Carson Support Services service order desk can be 12:30-3:30 p.m. The orientations discuss DLA 217 and is open Monday-Friday 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
reached at 526-5345. Use this number for emergencies processes to include turning in excess property, Claims Office hours — are Monday-Friday from 9
or routine tasks and for reporting wind damage, reutilizing government property, web-based tools a.m. to noon and 1-4 p.m. on the first floor of
damaged traffic signs or other facility damage. available, special handling of property and building 6222, 1633 Mekong Street. Shipment
• Refuse/trash and recycling — Call Eric environmental needs. To schedule an orientation, under Full Replacement Value claimants must
Bailey at 719-491-0218 or email eric.e.bailey4. contact Arnaldo Borrerorivera at arnaldo.borrerorivera submit Department of Defense Form 1840R to the
civ@mail.mil when needing trash containers, trash @dla.mil for receiving/turn in; Mike Welsh at carrier within 75 days. Shipment under Defense
is overflowing or emergency service is required. mike.welsh@dla.mil for reutilization/web tools; or Personal Property Program claimants must log into
Rufus Guillory at rufus.guillory@dla.mil. the Defense Personal Property System at http://
Retirement briefings — are held from 8 a.m. to noon www.move.mil and report all the items online
BOSS meetings are held the first the second and third Wednesday of each month at within 75 days. Claims must be submitted within
and third Thursday of each month the Joel Hefley Community Center conference room, nine months directly with carriers to receive full
from 2-3:30 p.m. at The Foxhole.
6800 Prussman Ave. The Retirement Services Office replacement value for missing and destroyed
Contact Cpl. Rachael Robertson at
524-2677 or visit the BOSS office in room 106 of The
recommends spouses accompany Soldiers to the items. All other claims should be submitted to Fort
Hub for more information. Text “follow CarsonBOSS” briefing. Call 526-2840 for more information. Carson Claims Office within two years of the date
to 40404 to receive updates and event information. Reassignment briefings — are held Tuesdays of delivery or date of incident. Call the Fort Carson
for Soldiers heading overseas and Thursdays for Claims Office at 526-1355 for more information.
7. Sept. 21, 2012 — MOUNTAINEER 7
Barracks management transfers back to military
Story and photo by The 30 Soldiers selected to run
Susan C. Galentine Fort Carson’s FSBP 2020 are set up in
Directorate of Public Works teams from each of the brigades and
public relations tenant units to manage the 64
barracks buildings and more than
The face of Soldier barracks 8,100 rooms on the installation. The
management transitions from contractors representatives are responsible for the
back to green suiters effective Sept. 29, assignment and clearing of rooms,
when the First Sergeants Barracks performing inspections, issuing keys
Program evolves into FSBP 2020. and performing minor maintenance to
The move toward military manage- support brigade and tenant units’
ment of barracks under FSBP 2020 is footprints.
under way Armywide. The program will maintain as
“As the Army transitions from a much unit integrity as possible, said
wartime force back to a garrison-ready Lamb. The FSBP 2020 Soldiers may
force, Department of the Army must not be from the same battalion or
look at ways to reduce operational company as the barracks residents, but
costs,” said Debra Lamb, Directorate of will be a representative of that brigade
Public Works single Soldier housing or tenant unit.
manager and lead for the FSBP program The FSBP 2020 representatives,
transformation. “By transitioning from who are assigned to the program for
contractor run, to an Army run program, one year, will work closely with their
this will reduce operational costs and unit leadership to coordinate room
allow this funding to go to other vital assignments and inform them of any
areas of concern.” barracks issues. While many of the day-
to-day functions of the barracks
The First Sergeants Barracks facilities fall under FSBP 2020, Spc. Terrance Hines, left, and Cpl. Tamorris Jones, Fort Carson’s First Sergeants’ Barracks
Program 2020 operates out of the units have, and will always be Program 2020 team members, familiarize themselves with the barracks key system as
Single Soldier Housing Office, expected, to manage overall part of their duties in assisting single Soldiers with room assignments and terminations.
located in building operation and command and
1454 on Nelson Boulevard. control of their barracks. is properly supported and that any and their assigned rooms in good condition
The office is open Monday-Friday “The individual team (non- all barracks issues are addressed and the and calling in routine service orders
from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. commissioned officers in charge) quality of life for the Soldiers is as needed to the FSBP 2020 team at
For more information about the will coordinate with the command maintained or increased,” said Lamb. 526-9707 or for emergency service
FSBP 2020 transition call 526-9707. sergeants major or unit first As always, Soldiers living in the orders to Fort Carson Support
sergeants to ensure that the unit barracks are responsible for maintaining Services at 526-5345.
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Carson honors fallen warrior
Spc. Kyle R. Rookey
Feb. 28, 1989 - Sept. 2, 2012
Spc. Kyle R. Rookey, a native of Oswego, N.Y., enlisted in
the Army March 3, 2010. He attended Basic Training at Fort Spc. Robert
Sill, Okla., and Advanced Individual Training at Fort Huachuca, Fleig, bugler,
Ariz., as an unmanned aerial vehicle operator. 4th Infantry
His only assignment was with the 4th Special Troops Battalion, Division Band,
4th Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, at Fort Carson. plays taps
He was attached to the Dirty Bird during a
Platoon as a UAV operator and memorial
deployed in support of Operation ceremony
Enduring Freedom in March. in honor of
His awards and decorations Spc. Kyle R.
include the Army Commendation Rookey, 4th
Medal, Good Conduct Medal, Special Troops
National Defense Service Medal, Battalion,
Afghanistan Campaign Medal with 4th Brigade
bronze star, Global War on Terrorism Combat Team,
Service Medal, Army Service Ribbon, 4th Infantry
Overseas Service Ribbon, NATO Division, at
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Rookey is survived by his Memorial
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9. Sept. 21, 2012 — MOUNTAINEER 9
4th BSB trains to
keep brigade moving
Petroleum supply specialists assigned to Company
Story and photos by Pfc. Andrew Ingram Base) to refuel before heading to their next A, 4th Brigade Support Battalion, 1st Brigade Combat
1st Brigade Combat Team Public Affairs Office, objective,” said Staff Sgt. Joseph Hudson, petroleum Team, 4th Infantry Division, provide multiple military
4th Infantry Division supply specialist, Company A. “We set up a ROM vehicles with fuel during a refuel-on-the-move training
point at a designated location so they can roll in, mission in the Fort Carson Training Area, Sept. 12.
Petroleum supply specialists assigned to get the fuel they need as quickly as possible and
Company A, 4th Brigade Support Battalion, 1st continue the mission.”
Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, battled The tactical expedience of a ROM operation Not only was the time improved, but
the wind and rain to practice their basic tasks during ensures that U.S. Forces missions are completed inexperienced Soldiers were able to learn their
a refuel-on-the-move training mission, Sept. 12. quickly and efficiently, making setting up a ROM jobs in the field.
The Soldiers refueled Humvees, M1A1 Abrams point an important task for petroleum supply Soldiers Many of the junior enlisted Soldiers broadened
tanks and M2A2 Bradley Fighting to master, said Hudson. their knowledge base of the vehicles they will work
Vehicles at an improvised fueling “I have an outstanding group of individuals with during deployment, said Spc. Brandon Hartman,
station in the Fort Carson working with me,” he said. “My Soldiers love getting petroleum supply specialist, Company A.
training area. out there and doing missions, they love setting up the “This is a good team-building mission,” Hartman
“In a combat environ- ROM. This is what we do, and we love it.” said, gesturing to the cold rain needling his comrades
ment a unit may not The Sept. 12 mission marked the third time in as they prepared to meet the first convoy of the
have time to go back to seven days the Soldiers set up a ROM point to day. “No matter what the weather conditions are,
the (Forward Operating provide fuel for 1st BCT units operating in the Fort everybody pulls together and gets the job done.”
Carson Training Area.
“We have had a lot of vehicles
come through here during these
operations,” said Sgt. Christopher
Brewer, petroleum supply specialist,
Company A. “When they come in, we
have two minutes to give them a quick
top off and get them on their way.”
Sgt. Doug Underwood, petroleum
supply specialist, Company A,
emphasized speed as the key to setting
up a successful ROM mission.
“The last time we set up the ROM
point, it took us just over 30 minutes.
This time, it took us 22 minutes,”
Underwood said. “We would like to get
it down to 15 minutes, but that will
come with practice. Most of these
Soldiers had never set up a ROM
before, so I’m pretty pleased with how
well they are doing.”
Sgt. Christopher Brewer, left, and Pfc.
Todd Berostick, both petroleum supply
specialists assigned to Company A, 4th
Brigade Support Battalion, 1st Brigade
Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division,
attach a fuel hose to a T-clamp, during a
refuel-on-the-move training mission in
the Fort Carson Training Area, Sept. 12.
Spc. Alejandro Febus,
petroleum supply specialist,
Company A, 4th Brigade
Support Battalion, 1st Brigade
Combat Team, 4th Infantry
Spc. Reid Asanuwa, petroleum supply specialist, Division, refills of an M1A1
Company A, 4th Brigade Support Battalion, 1st Brigade Abrams tank during a
Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, rolls up a fuel hose refuel-on-the-move training
Sept. 12, at the conclusion of a refuel-on-the-move mission in the Fort Carson
training mission. Training Area, Sept. 12.