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February 26, 2010 • Volume 8, Issue 19 Published for those serving in the Republic of Korea http://imcom.korea.army.mil
Tuskegee Airman and Congressional Gold Medal recipient Donald E. Elder joins community members Feb. 24 at the Main Post Club on Yongsan Garrison for an African American
History Month observation. Elder and 300 of his fellow Tuskegee Airmen were honored in March 2007 with the Congressional Gold Medal by President Bush. Elder was invited
to Korea to share his stories of working and living during the civil rights era both in the military and in the civilian aviation industry. – U.S. Army photo by Dan Thompson
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By David Hall
USAG-Y Commander
Yi, Chun-su, USAG-RC housing management assistant, inspects the water pressure and temperature for Pvt. Rickey Nichols, Headquarters Support Company,
Division Special Troops Battalion, 2nd Infantry Division motor transport operator, during a mandatory housing inspection for Nichols Feb. 22 in Yangju apartment
complex Su Jain. Yi, an inspector who goes out with Soldiers and their Family Members prior to signing any lease agreements or contracts, ensures that
Soldiers are living in adequate living quarters mapped out by the Red Cloud Garrison housing office with the support of Col. Larry ‘Pepper’ Jackson, garrison
commander. — U.S. Army photo by Pvt. Jamal Walker
More than 180 Soldiers from around the peninsula begin the 10th Annual Bataan Death March Qualifier held on Casey Garrison. They must run with 35 pounds
in a rucksack on their backs for 13.1 miles. — U.S. Army photo by Jim Cunningham
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information call 736-7236. For information, Seoul American High School students give each other a high-five after correctly answering a trivia question about Harriet Tubman at the school’s living African
call 736-7236. American History Wax Museum Feb. 10. — U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Kim Hyung-joon
By Pfc. Kim Hyung-joon Michelle Obama. “I think having this event a Presidential Proclamation.
Community Connection USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs encourages us to learn about accomplishments “This year’s theme, ‘The History of Black
ACS Outreach Program will set an of African-Americans. Also, it helps us define economic Empowerment,’ calls upon us to
information table at the Yongsan YONGSAN GARRISON — A living African the time period for African-Americans and honor the African Americans who overcame
Commissary every first and third Friday American History Wax Museum was held at be more knowledgeable about our historical injustice and inequality to achieve financial
10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. to provide Seoul American High School Feb. 10 to invite independence and the security of self
figures and events.”
community members with accurate students to appreciate the history, culture and Many students at the event remarked that empowerment that comes with it,” he added.
information about Korea, Yongsan, and achievements of African-Americans. they witnessed a truly historical event in their “Black History Month is an opportunity
ACS programs. We are here for you! For
Students dressed in costumes representing lifetime with the election of Barack Obama as for our community to gain strength through
information, call 738-7123.
a historic figure in African American history, the first African-American president. unity,” Garrison Commander Col. Dave
and when touched, the character would come “Each February, we recognize African Hall said. “I thank all attendants and
For a complete list of community alive and share their history with visitors. American History Month as a moment Seoul American High School students’
information news and notes, visit the “We stand here and one pushes a button, to reflect upon how far we have come as participation in our event not just this
USAG-Yongsan official web site at we speak couple lines about our person,” said a Nation, and what challenges remain,” month, but throughout the year. Strength
http://yongsan.korea.army.mil 12th grader Mae McDowell, responsible for President Barack Obama said Feb. 1 during through diversity!”
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Michael Nettrour
Facebook Fan
John Rogers
Facebook Fan
Pro football player visits Yongsan
Dawn Cahill
Gibbons
Facebook Fan
Tyler Polumbus, an offensive tackle for the Denver Broncos of the National Football League, meets with community members Feb. 3 at the
Dragon Hill Lodge.— U.S. Army Photo by Pvt. Choe Yong-joon
I live in Hannam and the commissary employees are By Pvt. Choe Yong-joon
the absolute best. Every time I approach the check out, USAG-Yongsan Public Affairs Tyler: Yes, it’s my first time on this side of the world. It’s a lot
they always give me coupons for items in my cart. They of fun and there’s long plane ride, but it’s pretty easy because
YONGSAN GARRISON — Tyler Polumbus, an offensive we are super excited to get here and do this.”
are so helpful, especially home delivery. I make sure I
tackle for the Denver Broncos of the National Football
tip very well. I’ve also had the incredible opportunity to League, and his wife Liz held an autograph session to Choe: What is the exact reason you came here and what are
teach English to Korean children. The children are so spend time with community members Feb. 3 at U.S. Army you planning to do while in Korea?
polite and respectful, it’s unbelievable. The other teach- Garrison-Yongsan Dragon Hill Lodge.
ers are so kind and helpful. They always want to trade As fans filed into the Lodge to see the sports star, Tyler Tyler: I came here for two reasons. One is to attend the Spirit
lunches because they want to try American food. It works mingled with fans, signed autographs and posed for photos Warrior Conference, which is a kind of faith-based program
well for me, I want to try their food! Amazing experiences while letting young fans wear his #76 Denver Broncos and I’m going to speak there. Also, an equally important one is
so far and so many more to come! jersey. I just want to come and thank all the military. There’s not too
Shortly after the autograph session, your correspondent had many times in your life when you can do something completely
Due to popular demand, we have continued a chance to speak with Polumbus. unselfish, so it’s fun for me to come and say thanks.
this column on page 12
Choe: Is this your first time visiting Korea? –See FOOTBALLER, Page 12–
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Missing something?
Editor’s note: This week’s message from USAG-Yongsan Commander Col. Dave Hall
about Social Media may be found on page 4 under the Command Perspective column.
The people
next door
Continued from page 11
Rachel Lang
Facebook Fan
Yes, great experience when we go out to eat at a Korean BBQ, in fact Don-Valley
is one of our favorites. Once they see we have a young child here comes an elder
of the restaurant with practice chop-sticks “for egg-e” and a smaller size set of sil-
verware for our son to use. Then to top it off, if that wasn’t already enough she then
cuts the grilled beef in smaller pieces for him.
Kristen Rosado
Facebook Fan
My husband’s car broke down on his way home from the gym a few nights ago be-
tween Yongsan and Hannam (on Lunar New Year), he called everyone he knew to
help, but no one was available. A little old Korean man stopped (it was like 10PM),
took apart the section of his engine and temporarily fixed the problem, getting him
home and to a garage in the morning. Such kindness!!
Michele Tarras
Facebook Fan
The old lady we lived next to for a year trying to show my 6 year old how to make
Kimchi and bringing her fresh kimchi every day. And my daughter sitting on the step
eating it with her out of the container every time. The 11 and 9 year old making
cookies to take back to the neighbor. My neighbor could only say Hi and Bye in
English, she still comes over every week with Kimchi and the girls had cookies for
her. The girls learned how to order their fav Korean food from her though. We had
a cook book she would read to them.
On Feb. 17, Pfc. William Ouellette, Jr., (center right) chose to receive his award for outstanding performance at the observation post named in honor of his great-uncle, Pfc. Joseph R. Ouellette,
a Korean War Medal of Honor recipient. The younger Ouellete is completing his tour of duty with the 210th Fires Brigade, Camp Casey. – U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Michael Treglazoff
Area I Worship Schedule Area II Worship Schedule Area III Worship Schedule Area IV Worship Schedule
Collective Collective Sunday 0930 Brian Allgood Hospital Collective Collective Protestant
Sunday 1000 Stone Chapel Sunday 1030 K-16 Chapel Sunday 1100 Freedom Chapel Sunday 1000 Camp Carroll
Sunday 1000 Stanley Chapel Liturgical Sunday 0800 Memorial Chapel 1100 Suwon Air Base Chapel 1030 Camp Walker
Sunday 1000 West Casey Chapel Contemporary Sunday 0930 South Post Chapel Church of Christ 1700 Camp Walker
Sunday 1100 Warrior Chapel Sunday 1100 Hanam Village Chapel Gospel 1300 Freedom Chapel Gospel 1215 Camp Walker
Sunday 1100 Crusader Chapel Non-denominational
Sunday 1100 Hovey Chapel Sunday 1100 South Post Chapel Church of Christ 1700 Bldg. 558, Room 206 Contemporary
Gospel Sunday 1230 South Post Chapel Wednesday 1900 Camp Carroll
Gospel Mision Pentecostal Hispana Contemporary 1700 Freedom Chapel Friday 1900 Camp Walker
Sunday 1100 Casey Memorial Chapel Sunday 1430 South Post Chapel
1230 Camp Stanley Chapel Korean Sunday 0910 Hannam Village Chapel KATUSA Korean
Tuesday 1900 Freedom Chapel Tuesday 1900 Camp Carroll
United Pentecostal Wednesday 1830 Camp Walker
COGIC Sunday 1330 Memorial Chapel Korean
Sunday 1230 CRC Warrior Chapel Wednesday 1930 Freedom Chapel Catholic Services
KATUSA Tuesday 1830 Memorial Chapel Mass
KATUSA Catholic Services Sunday 0900 Camp Walker
Sunday 1900 CRC Warrior Chapel Seventh-Day Adventist Mass 1145 Camp Carroll
Tuesday 1900 Camp Stanley Chapel Saturday 0930 Brian Allgood Hospital Daily 1145 Annex 2 Chapel Saturday 1700 Camp Walker
Tuesday 1800 Camp Castle Chapel Sunday 0900 Freedom Chapel
Tuesday 1830 Casey Memorial Chapel Early Morning Service 1500 Suwon Air Base Chapel
Tuesday 1830 Camp Hovey Chapel (Korean) Mon-Sat 0510 South Post Chapel Jewish
Every 2nd Friday 1830 Annex 2 Chapel
Episcopal Sunday 1000 Memorial Chapel
Catholic Services/Mass
Catholic Services
Sunday 1130 Camp Stanley Chapel The Command Chaplain’s Office is here to perform, provide, or coordinate total religious support to the United
Sunday 0900 CRC Warrior Chapel Catholic Mass Saturday 1700 Memorial Chapel Nations Command, U.S. Forces Korea and Eighth U.S. Army Servicemembers, their families and authorized
Sunday 1200 West Casey Chapel Sunday 0800 South Post Chapel
Sunday 0930 Camp Hovey Chapel Sunday 1130 Memorial Chapel
civilians across the full spectrum of operations from armistice to war.
Mon/Wed/Thur/Fri 1145 Memorial Chapel
1st Sat. 0900 Memorial Chapel Visit the U.S. Forces Korea Religious Support site at:
http://www.usfk.mil/usfk/fkch.aspx for helpful links and information.
Jewish
Friday 1830 West Casey Chapel Jewish
Friday 1830 South Post Chapel
Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Jeffrey D. Hawkins: Chaplain (Capt.) Anthony Flores: 2ID Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Jonathan Gibbs: Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Kwon Pyo:
jeffrey.d.hawkins@us.army.mil, 738-3009 Anthony.wenceslao.flores@korea.army.mil, jonathan.gibbs@us.army.mil, 732-7998 Kwon.pyo@korea.army.mil, 764-5455
754-7042
Chaplain (Maj.) Terry E. Jarvis: Red Cloud Chaplain (Lt. Col) David Acuff: Chaplain (Capt.) Billy Graham:
terry.e.jarvis@korea.army.mil, 738-3917 david.acuff@korea.army.mil, 732-6169 billy.graham@us.army.mil, 765-8991
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The 6th Battalion, 52nd Air and Missile Defense Regiment held its first African-American History Program at the Osan Theater Feb. 19. The theme of the event, “The History of Black
Economic Empowerment,” was presented to the audience by role players of historic African-Americans, including Frederick Douglass, Rosa Parks and President Barack Obama. Praise
dancers (left) showcased the strength and honor of black people throughout American history. Brig. Gen. Aundre F. Piggae concluded the event with a keynote speech to motivate the
Soldiers attending and teach them a lesson from his own experiences. The 6-52 AMD Battalion plans to hold this event every February in observance of Black History month. — U.S.
Army photos by Pfc. Michael Vanpool
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News & Notes ‘Lady Dawgs’ capture third consecutive post-level hoops crown
Open Mic night
The Community Activity Center is hosting an
Open Mic night March 12. The competition is
open to solo or group instrumental or vocal
acts. The top finalists will be eligible to compete
in the Festival of Arts competition hosted on
Yongsan Apr. 17. For more information, call
753-8825.
Racquetball Tournament
The Super Gym is hosting a racquetball
tournament March 13 – 17. Finalists will
advance to represent USAG-Humphreys in
the Area III championships March 27 – 28.
Call 753-8810 to register before the March 9
deadline.
‘Giving so it helps’
HUMPHREYS GARRISON — Private First
Class Robert W. Ryan Jr. assigned to Delta
Company, 3-2 Combat Aviation Brigade,
was one of many who turned out for a
Blood Drive conducted by the U.S. Pacific
Command Armed Services Blood Bank
Center, from Okinawa, Japan, Wednesday,
at the Super Gym. — U.S. Army photos by
Steven Hoover
FEBRUARY 26, 2010 USAG-DAEGU USAG-D • PAGE 25
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USAG Daegu and ROK 125th sign MOU Area IV Cadet Girl Scouts craft
Black History poem
By Military Sealift Command, Korea The Daegu American School 6th
Grade Cadet Girl Scouts, true to their
DAEGU GARRISON — U.S. Army character, reached out to support yet
Garrison Daegu and the Republic of Korea another community effort. In recognition
Army 125th Regiment affirmed their ties of Black History Month, the cadet scouts
and mutual support during a Memorandum collectively crafted a poem entitled, “The
of Understanding signing ceremony in Dream.” Well done!
Busan, Jan. 20.
USAG Daegu Commander Col. Terry “THE DREAM”
Hodges was joined by ROK 125th Regiment Is the dream still alive
Commander Col. Cheol-Kyun Park who put Do people continue to strive
their pens to the MOU during the Korean To make this world a better land
American Busan Association (KABA) third Where boys and girls is joined hand
anniversary celebration at Busan’s Lotte in hand
Hotel.
The MOU outlines the general guidelines Hope, peace, and love is the order of
and procedures regarding contingency the day
support to the USAG Daegu installations Hate, despair, and bitterness has been
in Busan. The signing ceremony typifies cast away
the strong and long-lasting alliance between Where everyone can make it regardless
the U.S. and Korea. The event was a fitting of their race
location, since the signing exemplifies the To work hard and find their rightful place
USAG Daegu Commander Col. Terry Hodges and ROK 125th Regiment Commander
cooperation and mutual understanding that
Col. Cheol-Kyun Park share mutual congratulations after signing the MOU. — U.S. Army
KABA embodies. The ceremony was also
photo by MSC-K Or are we content to dwell in the past
the culmination of months of hard work Hoping the efforts of generations gone
and coordination between the USAG Daegu U.S. military members, Busan city and ROK Officer in Busan and Cruz were honored will last
Directorate of Plans, Training, Mobilization government officials involved with the now with special plaques to commemorate their And the lessons taught long ago won’t
and Security (DPTMS) led by Bill Cole, completed handover of Camp Hialeah to induction as honorary members of KABA. be lost
the ROK 125th Infantry Regiment and Busan city. As the senior Department of Defense official On generations not willing to pay the cost
Cmdr. Christopher Cruz, commanding Consul General and Minister Counselor in Busan, Cruz works closely with Allen, Not realizing freedom is not free
officer of Military Sealift Command Office for Consular Affairs for the U.S. Embassy who is the senior Department of State
(MSCO) Korea and the anti-terrorism/force in Seoul, Cynthia Sharpe was also at the official in Busan. That’s the dream that Dr. King sought
protection commander for the Department celebration. Her poignant remarks on the The purpose of KABA is to strengthen It’s a dream that’s still possible to find
of Defense facilities in Busan. historic alliance and deep roots between the Korean-American community through It’s a dream that lies in the heart of all
Other highlights of the evening included a the Republic of Korea and the United friendship and mutual understanding of each mankind
speech from the Mayor of Busan, Hur Nam- States further conveyed the theme for the other’s traditions and cultures and promote
Sik who expressed his sincere appreciation evening. exchanges in various fields including social, By. Area IV Girl Scouts Troup #45
for the hard work accomplished by the many Tyler Allen, the American Presence Post cultural and economic activities.
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