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The failure to capture Canada, the retreat at Bladensburg, and the burning of the capitol 200 years ago this week are part of what people generally remember about the War of 1812, according to an Army historian. This largely forgotten war, however, was by-in-large a success for the U.S. Army, given the circumstances prior to June 1812, when the war started, according to Glenn Williams, U.S. Army Center of Military History. Williams edited a pamphlet, “The Chesapeake Campaign,” which will be available in print or online by the middle of next month at http://www.history.army. mil/html/bookshelves/collect/wo1812bseries.html. Dr. Charles P. Neimeyer of the Marine Corps University History Department authored the pamphlet.
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Paper Army Before the War of 1812, the regular Army was about 10,000 strong “on paper,” Williams said, meaning units were authorized but men would still need to be recruited and trained for them. The actual strength was around 5,000 to 6,000 Soldiers. The British, on the other hand, had tens of thousands of seasoned veterans, who were fighting Napoleon’s Army in Europe. That campaign was won by Britain and her allies in 1814, freeing up these soldiers for North American service. And, the British navy was second to none in the world and would take command of the seas around the U.S., for the duration of the War of 1812, Williams said, with the U.S. Navy having success only in single-ship actions. In 1812, there were few seasoned U.S. Army officers and non-commissioned officers for the 35,000-man Army authorized by Congress. Those who had fighting experience on the Indian frontier were placed in charge of new units. In some respects, the problems of manning prior to the war resemble other pre-war periods in American history, leading up to the world wars, Korea
and even today, Williams explained. Over the last few years, Army Chief of Staff Gen. Ray Odierno has told lawmakers during testimony on many occasions that the Army is approaching a critical point where, if manning levels, readiness and modernization continue to decline, the Army is in danger of becoming a hollow fighting force. Although history doesn’t repeat itself, Williams said occurrences often seem similar. What about calling out the Reserve and National Guard during the War of 1812? They didn’t exist in name or capability as today’s Reserve Component does, Williams said. At the time, the states had about 700,000 militiamen, white male citizens between the ages of 18 and 45, who were required to be available for state or national emergencies, he said. The militiamen could be drafted for short periods of time – generally 30 to 90 days – but not all were able-bodied, trained or even eager to serve. More about the pre-war Army of 1812 can be found in the Center of Military History’s publication 74-1, Defending the New Nation, by Dr. John R. Maass.
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“Star-Spangled Banner,” opposed the war. But once the war started, Americans who had opposed it, generally rallied ‘round the flag, including Key, Williams said. Key served as an artillery officer in the District of Columbia militia, and fought at the Battle of Bladensburg. In 1812, things predicatively didn’t go well for the Army, as it invaded Canada, which was then known as British North America. The U.S. Army was poorly trained and led, and had significant logistical weaknesses, according to U.S. Army command historian Steven J. Rauch. Rauch authored the pamphlet “The Campaign of 1812,” which describes the war in detail leading up to the Chesapeake Campaign. It can be found on the CMH website at http://www.history.army.mil/html/books/074/74-2/ CMH_Pub_74-2.pdf. Richard V. Barbuto, a professor at the U.S. Army Command and General Staff College, stated: “Congress and the Madison administration had not entirely understood the difficulties of expanding the Army and Navy from their meager pre-war strengths. Few citizens were willing to join the Regular Army. There were not enough experienced officers and NCOs, and dependence on state militias was misplaced.” Barbuto’s detailed accounts appear in two brochures on the CMH website at http://www.history.army.mil/html/ books/074/74-3/CMH_Pub_74-3.pdf.
Prime causes of the war included the British seizing of merchant ships and cargoes, in violation of U.S. neutrality, and the involuntary removal of American Sailors from ships to serve aboard British vessels, called impressment. This angered Americans, but didn’t drive them all to want a full-fledged war against the United Kingdom again, Williams said. People living in Virginia, Maryland and Washington, D.C., where the Chesapeake Campaign took place, from 1813 to 1814, were divided as well. Federalists generally wanted to maintain good relations with Britain, while the other party, the Jeffersonian Republicans, favored good relations with the French. Baltimore, a port city and the third largest city in the U.S. at the time, regarded war as a potential economic calamity, Editor’s Note: This is the first of a threesince England was its largest trading part- part series on the Chesapeake Campaign. ner. Even Francis Scott Key, who would Part II will continue with the attack on Bladbecome famous later on for writing the ensburg and Washington, D.C.
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ABOVE: U.S. Army Col. Cameron Leiker, former U.S. ArmyTraining and Doctrine Command Headquarters chief knowledge officer, feels damages on the Remembrance Rescue Project Rescue 4 fire truck at Fort Eustis, Aug. 26. Firefighters created the project to restore Rescues 4 and 5 from the Fire Department of New York and travel along the coasts to honor and remember those lost on 9/11. LEFT: Members of the Fort Eustis community read about the 9/11 attacks. According to the website, the project is operated completely by firefighters from across the country volunteering their time to keep the memories alive of those lives lost on 9/11.
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Many of today’s U.S. Service members joined the military after the 9/11 attacks. Several of them were in school during the attacks. At the time, some may not have fully understood what happened in New York City, Washington D.C and Shanksville, Pa. The Remembrance Rescue Project organization traveled to Fort Eustis with the Fire Department of New York’s Rescue 4 memorial fire truck, Aug. 26. “We travel with this truck as an educational opportunity for those who were too young to grasp the events of 9/11, and how that forever changed the country as a whole,” said David Topczynski, Newport News Fire Department firefighter medic. “A lot of today’s Service members joined because of the attacks that day. We want to give them a reminder of why they serve, and give them hope and encouragement.” The project is run by an organization of firefighters who purchased Rescues 3, 4 and 5, which were scheduled to be
“We travel with this truck as an educational opportunity for those who were too young to grasp the events of 9/11, and how that forever changed the country as a whole. A lot of today’s Service members joined because of the attacks that day. We want to give them a reminder of why they serve, and give them hope and encouragement.” — David Topczynski Newport News Fire Department firefighter medic scrapped because they were too damaged from the debris of the attacks. Parts from Rescue 3 were used to restore Rescues 4 and 5, although they still have damage from the debris. One truck travels along each coast to remind Americans of the firefighters who lost their lives trying to save others that day. Eight firefighters responded to the Twin Towers on Rescue 4; all eight died in the buildings, and some of their bodies were never recovered. “We travel as a rolling memorial to bring a piece of the 9/11 attacks home for
people around the country to remember those who gave their lives,” said Topczynski. “We want people to be able to reach out and reconnect to the lives lost, and remember those were actual people, not just names on the side of a truck.” For some who joined the Armed Forces before the attacks, it brings back memories and holds a special meaning for why they continue to serve. “My wife and I were both working in the Pentagon the day of the attacks,” said U.S. Army Col. Cameron Leiker, former U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Com-
mand Headquarters chief knowledge officer. “Seeing this truck reminds me that we are a country that was founded on the free and the brave, and when we are attacked on our home soil, the American people will always come together as a family and do what we need to in order to help ourselves as well as the people around us.” According to the project website, the Remembrance Rescue Project works with fire departments throughout the country to host the rescues and facilitate educational programming, memorials and remembrance events. The Remembrance Rescue Project strives to keep the memories alive of those lost on 9/11, and all of the firefighters killed in the line of duty every year. The Newport News Fire Department will host the Remembrance Rescue Project truck for three weeks, traveling through the Hampton Roads area through Sept. 8. For more information, visit the project website at www.remembrance.com, or the Newport News Fire Fighters Association website at www.iafflocal794.org.
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Final honor: Mortuary affairs provides service to fallen comrades By Airman 1st Class Kimberly Nagle 633RD AIR BASE WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS
ABOVE: Amber Hendricks, Army Support Activity mortuary affairs coordinator, ensures a rank is properly placed on a uniform shirt at Fort Eustis, Aug. 26. Hendricks’ duties include making sure the uniform of a deceased U.S. Army Soldier is in proper order and making arrangements for the Service member’s family to attend the funeral. RIGHT: Hendricks places a ribbon rack and rank inside of a flag case. Hendricks creates the cases for family members of the deceased U.S. Army Soldier.
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When a call from the Department of the Army comes in at 4:30 a.m. notifying a Fort Eustis, Virginia mortuary affairs member of the death of an active-duty U.S. Army Soldier, they jump into action. No matter the time of day, a member of mortuary affairs is available. Once notified of a death, the mortuary affairs member gathers all of the details, including their next-of-kin, a will if they have one and other information on the Soldier who passed. After gathering information, the member must inform a chaplain and notification officer to support the Soldier’s family and coworkers. The team will meet up and await further instructions from Amber Hendricks, Army Support Activity mortuary affairs coordinator. Once the family of the Soldier is notified, Hendricks holds a meeting with the family to provide support in any way she can. “I always ask the notification team to tell the family about me before I get there,” said Hendricks. “I want the family to be in the mindset of what I need from them, even though I know it is a difficult time.” Hendricks believes face time puts the family more at ease better than a simple phone call. “I want them to trust me to do everything I can for them,” said Hendricks. “I put 100 percent into every case I get, and I want the family to feel that way. So, I try to translate all of the U.S. Army regulations for them so they understand the benefits they may receive and hope to answer the questions they may have.” After speaking with the family and learning of their wishes for the Soldier regarding where and how they would like the deceased laid to rest, Hendricks gets to work. “Every family reacts differently,” said Hendricks. “I will never have the ability to match their sorrow; I just try and show empathy continuing my job.” One of the major pieces to her work is to get the Soldier a new uniform, ev-
“I want them to trust me to do everything I can for them. I put 100 percent into every case I get, and I want the family to feel that way. So, I try to translate all of the U.S. Army regulations for them so they understand the benefits they may receive and hope to answer the questions they may have.” — Amber Hendricks Army Support Activity mortuary affairs coordinator
ery time. From there she will make sure the Soldier is equipped with all of the rank, awards and decorations they have earned during their career. “I personally make sure the Soldier looks exactly as they should,” said Hendricks. “I take pride in each case I come across. I meet their family; I sit on their couch, pet their dog. Why wouldn’t I want to take care of them?” Hendricks provides family members with a hand-created flag case. “This job is anything but typical, there have been many cases passed through my desk with not one being the same, “said Hendricks. “They can be different in how they want to be buried, or even cremated; every family is unique in their beliefs. “Some cases I remember more than others, and some cases I am able to work and move on, but there are the ones, where I find myself wondering what [that family] is doing.” Hendricks said she still receives questions from past clients, because of the connection she made with them in the beginning. Even with this being a 24-hour-a-day job, Hendricks finds a way to leave work at work most of the time, knowing she did the best she could for every family she worked with.
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The 2014 Combined Federal Campaign is in full swing, potentially leaving some U.S. Service members assuming that fundraising during CFC is strictly prohibited. With the campaign lasting through Dec. 15, 2014, the world’s largest and most successful annual workplace charity campaign is expected to raise millions of dollars with pledges from Federal civilian, postal and military donors. For U.S. Service members who belong to private organizations and are interested in holding fundraisers during the CFC, several guidelines and regulations should be understood prior to requesting approval. According to Air Force Instruction 363101, Fundraising within the Air Force, there are authorized and unauthorized requests during CFC. ■ Workplace solicitation for CFC donations is authorized. ■ If a requester wants to solicit for a lo-
cal internal program in the workplace, it is not authorized unless the installation commander identifies the purpose of the activity and limits recipients to activities authorized by Air Force Directives that benefit only the military community. For example; seasonal, traditional or unique human care projects; fundraising drives for local, regional, or national external charities or civil relief organization and charitable collections to aid nonmilitary members of the local community. ■ Solicitation for a local internal program away from the workplace is authorized as long as the activities do not detract from CFC campaigns in progress. For example; Air Force personnel conducting internal fundraising activities that exclusively benefit Air Force members. ■ If a requester wants to solicit for a local external private voluntary organization away from the workplace, it is not authorized unless approved by installation commander. CFC caters to over 4,000 charities world-
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The Combined Federal Campaign is the world’s largest and most successful annual workplace charity campaign, with almost 200 CFC campaigns throughout the country and overseas raising millions of dollars each year. For U.S. Service members who are interested in holding fundraisers for private organizations during the CFC, refer to AFI 36-3101, or contact the Langley Air Force Base Legal Office at 764-3277 or 878-5288 for Fort Eustis.
wide, providing federal employees the ability to improve the quality of life for many individuals. Since the campaign is only available for a limited amount of time throughout the year, Service members should ensure the proper guidelines are
followed with fundraising activities so that there isn’t any interference with the success of CFC. For more information on requests for fundraising, refer to AFI 36-3101 or contact the base Legal Office at 764-3277 or 878-5288 for Fort Eustis.
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Leaders: Strategic agility is the future of the Air Force Air Force Public Affairs Agency, Operating Location - P As the Air Force prepares for new challenges and opportunities of the coming decades, it faces sobering 21st-century realities: global centers of power have become more distributed and the terrorism threat more dispersed. Most importantly, the emerging environment is demonstrating a trend that could prove to be the defining one of current times: the accelerating pace of change. Thus, the Air Force’s ability to continue to adapt and respond faster than the potential adversaries is the greatest challenge it faces during the next 30 years. To meet the challenge, Secretary of the Air Force Deborah Lee James and Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. Mark A. Welsh III have developed a strategic framework that will guide Air Force planning and resourcing over the next several decades. The framework has three main elements: a long-term future look that provides the vectors and imperatives necessary to guide planning activities, a 20-year resource-informed plan,
“In addition to strategic agility, our nation demands an Air Force capable of harnessing diverse ideas and perspectives. Diversity, total force integration, and building internal and external partnerships provide the nation with the Air Force it expects, deserves and needs.” — Deborah Lee James Secretary of the Air Force and a 10-year balanced budget, based on fiscal projections. The first document of the trilogy, “America’s Air Force: A Call to the Future,” is the cornerstone guidance for a unified path to the future. The document emphasizes the need for strategy-driven resource decisions. But more important is the courage to make bold change, because Airmen must think and do things differently to thrive in the 21st century. In an era defined by rapid change, the institution that can keep pace in its pro-
cesses, thinking and actions will be the one best at deterring conflict, and winning should a fight be required. This is what “A Call to the Future” refers to as strategic agility. Agility combines the attributes of flexibility and adaptability to leverage speed. The rate at which the Air Force develops capabilities needs to increase to match the pace of change and the opportunities to incorporate new technologies and improve existing systems. James explained further that, “In ad-
dition to strategic agility, our nation demands an Air Force capable of harnessing diverse ideas and perspectives. Diversity, total force integration, and building internal and external partnerships provide the nation with the Air Force it expects, deserves and needs.” The most important responsibility of a military service is to provide decision makers with viable solutions for the challenges of tomorrow and, true to Air Force heritage, it will meet that challenge. The Air Force will continue to deliver enduring, responsive airpower for national security through both the strength of Airmen and the responsive and effective application of global vigilance, global reach and global power for America. As Welsh stated earlier in 2014, “The five core missions of the Air Force are not going to change. These missions are what the combatant commanders and the nation expect us to provide, but the way we think about how they are provided has to change. The Air Force must have the strategic agility required to successfully respond to the complex challenges that will confront our nation.”
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A Volunteer of the Quarter ceremony was held to recognize the dedication and commitment of Fort Eustis’ humanitarians, Aug. 28. The volunteer recognition program allows each organization on the installation to nominate a volunteer who had a signiďŹ cant impact on the community during the second quarter. “Volunteers play a vital role in supporting community organizations,â€? said U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Ross Ridge, Initial Military Training Center of Excellence, U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command deputy commanding general and Joint Base Langley-Eustis Senior Army Element commander. “We couldn’t do all the things we do on a daily basis without people like Photo by Staff Sgt. Teresa J. Cleveland the volunteers we are recognizing today.â€? U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Ross Ridge, Initial Military Training Center of Excellence, U.S. Army Volunteers recognized at this quarter’s Training and Doctrine Command deputy commanding general, and Joint Base Langleyceremony were: Eustis Senior Army Element commander, presented certiďŹ cates at aVolunteer of the Quar-
the clubs activities for historical purposes. Jean is also active in the Protestant Women of the Chapel program and volunteers with the Parent-Teacher Association for local children’s schools.
Amanda Lovin Lovin is from the 10th Transportation Battalion, 7th Transportation Brigade, where she volunteers as the family readiness group leader for the 492nd Harbor Master Operations Detachment. Lovin communicates with over 50 family members through emails, phone calls and meetings, keeping all informed about their Soldiers’ well-being.
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Silva is from the Army Community Service, where she volunteers as an ACS program assistant and the Army Family Team Building volunteer program manager. She developed the ďŹ rst ever ACS Ladies Night event and coordinated local beauty schools ter ceremony at Fort Eustis, Aug. 18. Six individuals from various units on the installation to provide facials and mini-manicures to were recognized during the ceremony for their contributions to the JBLE community. community spouses.
Yajaira Sanchez Sanchez is from the Fort Eustis Child, Youth and School Services, where she volunteers as a youth sports coach for basketball and spring soccer, and the running club head coach. Sanchez also volunteered during the Run for the Dream, which resulted in all of the youth coaches and sports staff running in the 5K race alongside the children in the running club.
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join so Wilson decided to start a troop for Wilson is from the Fort Eustis Girl the additional girls. Scouts, where she volunteers as a CoLeader and the Cookie Coordinator for Criztina Jean her troop who sold 5, 157 boxes of cookies; Jean is from the Spouses’ Club of Fort 213 boxes were also donated to the USO. Eustis, where she volunteered with the Toward the end of the Girl Scout year, Warrior Run and took pictures at the there was an inux of girls who wanted to club’s monthly luncheons to document
Jamie Snider Snider is from the Regimental Memorial Chapel, where she volunteers as the lead teacher for the Awana Cubbies class of preschool children. Jamie also served the Protestant Women of the Chapel as hospitality chairman, setting up the hospitality room each week and greeting members.
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Sitting in my room, staring blankly at the television, I could not help but feel worthless – my thoughts heavy. My world had gone black. Why did he leave? Is it my fault? Maybe I can try putting up a front. I cannot. The world would be better off without me. According to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, every year millions of Americans are directly affected by more than 37,000 suicides and hundreds of thousands of suicide attempts made by friends or loved ones. Christine Gilchrist, licensed clinical social worker, said suicide is the third leading cause of death in the military and is responsible for a quarter of military deaths in Virginia. “Whenever I do a suicide prevention briefing, I know there is at least one person in the room who has been affected by this,” said U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jennifer Machado, 633rd Medical Operations Squadron Mental Health Clinic supervisor and Langley Air Force Base suicide prevention monitor. “It could have been during service, before the military or even by a family-friend back at home.” Machado said, statistically, more women attempt suicide while more men are successful due to the means or weapons used. For completions of suicide, there are more men of lower ages and ranks who are single or no longer married. For attempts of suicide, there are more women of lower ages and ranks who are single or no longer married and experiencing some type of distress. These factors are not an indicator of suicide though. Any gender, age or rank can attempt or commit suicide. Ultimately, Gilchrist explained that members may become suicidal due to a feeling of constant sadness. “Suicide is caused by depression,” said Gilchrist, who is also the founder and facilitator of a local support group. “What keeps people from getting help is the stigma attached to it. We need to counter that stigma and replace it with the hope of
knowing that this disease is treatable and suicide is a preventable tragedy.” In order to curb the number of attempts made by Service members, Machado said it is important for everyone to adopt the values promoted across the military. “Suicide prevention is [everyone’s] responsibility. We [are aiming to] create a culture that encourages early help-seeking, so if someone is experiencing any thoughts of suicide they are able to get the help they need,” said Machado. “To get the word out there, training is done to teach the community [about] the risk factors and protective factors of an individual experiencing these thoughts.” Machado said Service members can also help prevent suicide in the unit everyday by addressing quality-of-life issues. Airmen can pay special attention to the computer based training aimed at outlining the responsibility to learn to identify the warning signs and risk factors for suicide. This course stresses the importance of taking care of ourselves as a sign of strength and seeking help early is the responsible thing to do. “There is positive and negative stress. The first line of defense is the co-workers and those who see the member daily,” she said. “Eustress [or positive stress] can be things like promotion, while distress, depending on the individual, can be things such as financial issues or relationship problems.” While quality of life issues may put a member at risk for suicide, it does not necessarily mean they are experiencing suicidal thoughts. Knowing the difference between a warning sign and risk factor is crucial to looking out for fellow Service members. According to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline risk factors, characteristics exist that make it more likely that an individual will consider, attempt or die by suicide while warning signs are when the chance of suicide is greater if a behavior is new or has increased and if it seems related to a painful event, loss or change. The following risk factors and warning signs were provided by Machado:
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“Suicide prevention is [everyone’s] responsibility. We [are aiming to] create a culture that encourages early help-seeking, so if someone is experiencing any thoughts of suicide they are able to get the help they need. To get the word out there, training is done to teach the community [about] the risk factors and protective factors of an individual experiencing these thoughts.” — U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jennifer Machado 633rd Medical Operations Squadron Mental Health Clinic supervisor and Langley Air Force Base suicide prevention monitor
Risk Factors ■ Mental disorder ■ Alcohol and other substance abuse ■ Helplessness, hopelessness or guilt ■ Impulsivity or aggressive tendencies ■ History of trauma or abuse ■ Major physical illnesses ■ Previous suicide attempts ■ Family history of suicide or exposure to others who have committed suicide ■ Job or financial loss ■ Loss of relationship or social support
Warning signs ■ Hopelessness ■ Feeling trapped ■ Feeling isolated or alone ■ Withdrawing from friends and
or family members ■ Dramatic changes in mood ■ Making statements such as “There’s no point in going on” or “I would be better off dead” Machado encourages anyone who may witness the preceding changes within someone they may know, or themselves, to
contact the Mental Health Clinic. For those seeking help, there are programs such as educational classes, individual therapy and group therapy offered by a number of organizations on and off-base, including the mental health clinic, Military OneSource Counselors, Military and Family Life Consultants, Chaplains, and the Airman and Family Readiness Center. “There are educational classes on anger management, stress management and relaxation, improving your marital relationship, improving your parenting skills and improving your physical fitness,” explained Machado. “Additionally, the Mental Health Clinic offers a variety of individual and group therapy options to address specific concerns such as relationship issues, problems at work, high stress, depression or anxiety. The Chaplains are also available to help with these issues and are a great resource for addressing spiritual concerns as well. You can also get more information about these options from a medical provider or by walking in to the mental health clinic.” SEE SUICIDE PAGE 9
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U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Jamie Spotts, 45th Intelligence Squadron geospacial analyst, receives a food sample from a vendor at the Inaugural Langley Air Force Base Food Show at Langley Air Force Base, Aug. 27. All of the food items presented were made with lower sodium contents, less fat and less sugar.
SUICIDE FROM PAGE 8 “You have to take care of yourself medically first. If you are not mentally and physically healthy you cannot do much of whatever else you may want to do,” she said. “If you are experiencing any thoughts of suicide, I urge you to come and get help so we can help you because your well-being is what is most important. The people that get help for an issue are the strongest people because they recognize a problem and want to fix it.” Machado stressed once more the importance of looking out for wingmen if they suspect someone is experiencing these thoughts. “It is okay to ask someone if they are having thoughts of suicide. Some people are afraid to ask because they don’t know what to say or do,” said Machado. “Sometimes the person experiencing these thoughts needs an extra push to get help or needs a listening ear. You have the opportunity to show the person you care about their concerns and that they matter to you. Try not to act shocked or appalled when someone tells you they are having these thoughts.” If someone does admit to having these thoughts, Machado recommends supporting them until they have received the
assistance they need. “If the person is having suicidal thoughts, make sure you stay with them until you have gotten them help,” she said. “Encourage them to reach out to whichever agency the member feels most comfortable with, even if this includes calling 9-1-1 or the member’s first sergeant.” For assistance, Service members can contact the Langley Mental Health Clinic from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday at 764-6840 or contact the Fort Eustis Behavioral Health Clinic from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday at 3147558. In the event the Mental Health Clinic is not open, members can visit an emergency room where an on-call Mental Health Provider will be able to meet them. For additional information and support the following agencies can be contacted: ■ Military One Source at (800) 342-9647 ■ Confidential chat at VeteransCrisisLine.net or (800) 273-8255 Machado finished with one last sentiment. “Though many of us don’t hear about this daily, this is a rising issue especially in the military,” she said. “There is a reason we [take these] trainings at least annually. Take the information serious because you may just save a life.”
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National Guard releases identity of fallen F-15C aviator By Steve Marshall NATIONAL GUARD BUREAU
Massachusetts National Guard officials identified the pilot of an F-15C Eagle jet that crashed in Virginia as Air Force Lt. Col. Morris “Moose” Fontenot Jr. The veteran aviator was killed Aug. 27 when his aircraft crashed in remote, mountainous terrain near Deerfield Valley. “We all continue to keep the Fontenot family in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time,” said Col. James Keefe, commander of the 104th Fighter Wing based im Massachusetts. Fontenot served with the 104th Fighter Wing as the full-time Wing Inspector General, responsible for the implementation of the Air Force Inspection System and as an F-15 instructor pilot with more than 2,300 flight hours. A 1996 Air Force Academy graduate, he was additionally a Weapons School Graduate with more than 17 years of F-15 flying experience. He served as a squadron commander at multiple locations.
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Air Force Lt. Col. Morris “Moose” Fontenot Jr. was killed Aug. 27 when his aircraft crashed in remote, mountainous terrain near Deerfield Valley,Va.
Following active duty assignments in Washington D.C., Japan, Idaho, Florida, Alaska and numerous deployments to the Middle East, Fontenot joined the Massachusetts Air National Guard in February 2014. He was a decorated combat veter-
an, earning the Meritorious Service Medal, Air Medal, Aerial Achievement Medal, Air Force Commendation Medal, Air Force Achievement Medal, and Combat Readiness Medal, among others. An official safety investigation board is
being convened and the investigation into the crash is ongoing. A massive search ensued following the Aug. 27 crash of the jet in dense forest. The search involved personnel from the National Guard, Virginia State Police and civilian searchers, some with dogs and others on horseback. At approximately 9:05 a.m. Aug. 27, Washington Center Air Traffic Control in Washington, D.C., lost radio contact with the aircraft stationed at the 104th Fighter Wing, and at approximately 9:30 a.m. the wing learned that the aircraft had crashed in a remote site near Deerfield Valley, Virginia. The single seat F-15C aircraft was en route to Naval Air Station New Orleans to receive a radar system upgrade. The flight was not related to the 104th Fighter Wing’s homeland defense mission, and there were no munitions on the aircraft during the flight, a National Guard news release said. Fontenot was flying a solo mission when he reported an in-flight emergency prior to the loss of radio contact with Washington Center.
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According to the National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month website, more than 23 million children and teenagers are overweight or obese. Childhood obesity puts children at risk for health problems that were once seen only in adults, like Type 2 Diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease and stroke. Overweight and obese children have high rates of depression and low self-esteem. The psychosocial consequences can hinder these children academically and socially, and persist into adulthood. The ďŹ nancial impact is a sobering $14 billion per year in direct health care costs alone. The ďŹ rst National COAM was established by presidential and congressional proclamations in September 2010. “Nothing can be more impor-
tant than protecting the health and well-being of our children for years to come. With a strong unity of purpose, we can make a difference for our kids,â€? said Congresswoman Marcia L. Fudge, who cosponsored the House resolution. “I look forward to parents, healthcare providers, educators, civic leaders and organizations joining the effort to end childhood obesity.â€? The good news is childhood obesity can be prevented. In honor of National COAM, the staff at Fort Eustis’ McDonald Army Health Center encourages families to make healthy changes together through the KIDS MOVE program. KIDS MOVE is a family oriented lifestyle program for overweight or obese children ages 6 – 17. The program consists of a classroom portion providing nutrition- and behavior-modiďŹ cation education as well as supervised physical activity.
â– Get active outside: walk around the neighborhood, go on a bike ride or play basketball at the park. â– Limit screen time: keep time spent on the computer, watching TV or playing video games to two hours or less per day. â– Make healthy meals: buy and serve more vegetables, fruits and whole grains. â– Ensure children are getting adequate hours of sleep at night. In recognition of National COAM, MCAHC and Army Community Services have partnered to present the eighth session of KIDS MOVE starting September 8. The program consists of two six-week sessions that meet on Monday and Wednesday after school. For more information contact the program coordinator Dr. Ann Shoemaker, DNP, CPNP, at ann. shoemaker@us.army.mil, or Keya Tarolli, RN, at 314-4193.
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633rd CES S ‘Dirt Boyz’ keep flying mission off bumpy roads
U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Christopher Krahn, 633rd Civil Engineer Squadron pavements and equipment craftsmen, cuts a section of the runway at Langley Air Force Base, Aug. 27. Civil Engineer pavements and equipment Airmen, commonly known as the Dirt Boyz, perform patch work on roads, parking lots and runways.
U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Daniel Konik and Staff Sgt. Christopher Duerr, 633rd Civil Engineer Squadron pavements and equipment craftsmen, use a jack-hammer and a vacuum hose from a sweeper truck to repair sections of the runway at Langley Air Force Base, Aug. 27.The 633rd CES pavements and equipment Airmen repaired a cracked portion of the runway and to help prevent foreign object damage to aircraft.
ABOVE: U.S. Air Force Senior Airmen Daniel Konik, 633rd Civil Engineer Squadron pavements and equipment craftsmen, cuts a section of the runway while Senior Airman Jordan Noonan operates a sweeper truck to vacuum up debris.The 633rd CES closed the runway to patch damaged areas, ultimately ensuring flight line safety. RIGHT: Noonan cuts a section of the runway at Langley Air Force Base.The objective of the project is to increase the operational life of the runway while ensuring safety for aircraft.
ABOVE: U.S. Air Force 633rd Civil Engineer Squadron pavements and equipment Airmen, repair sections of the runway. According to 633rd CES leadership the improvements will provide a safe environment to sustain current flying operations, and secure future mission capability. Photos by Senior Airman Connor Estes U.S. Air Force 633rd Civil Engineer Squadron pavements and equipment Airmen, nicknamed the Dirt Boyz, repair sections of the runway at Langley Air Force Base, Aug. 27. According to 633rd CES leadership, the improvements will provide a safe environment to sustain current flying operations, and seccure future mission capability. Outside of flightline repair and maintenance, the Boyz also clear roadways during the snowy season, assist in road repavement projects and prepare new roads for constrruction.
LEFT: U.S. Air Force Senior Airman DaQuan Price, 633rd Civil Engineer Squadron pavements and equipment craftsman, cuts a section of the runway.
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Retired Command Sgt. Maj. Bennie G. Adkins and former Spc. 4 Donald P. Sloat will receive the Medal of Honor for actions in Vietnam.
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The White House announced today that Retired Command Sgt. Maj. Bennie G. Adkins and Spc. 4 Donald P. Sloat will receive the Medal of Honor for actions in Vietnam. It was also announced 1st Lt. Alonzo H. Cushing will posthumously receive the Medal of Honor for actions in the Civil War during the Battle of Gettysburg. President Barack Obama will award the medal to Adkins during a White House ceremony, Sept. 15. At the same ceremony, Dr. William Sloat of Enid, Oklahoma, will accept the medal on behalf of his brother Donald, who died in battle. Details on Cushing’s award will be announced separately, according to the White House statement. Command Sgt. Maj. Bennie Adkins Then-Sgt. 1st Class Adkins was serving with Detachment A-102, 5th Special Forces Group, 1st Special Forces at Camp A Shau, Vietnam. In the early morning hours of March 9, 1966, the camp was attacked by “a large North Vietnamese and Viet Cong force,â€? according to documentation. Adkins, who manned a mortar, “received several direct hits from enemy mortarsâ€? and was wounded. Despite his wounds, he ran through exploding enemy ďŹ re to drag other wounded comrades to safety. Then, as the ďŹ ghting intensiďŹ ed, members of the South Vietnamese Civil Irregular Defense Group defected to the enemy. Fighting continued all day, and during the early morning hours of March 10, enemy forces launched their main attack. Adkins purposely drew enemy ďŹ re to his position so that Air Force pilots could attempt to evacuate the other Soldiers. By 6:30 a.m., Adkins was the only man left ďŹ ring a mortar, the document continues. When the last mortar round was ďŹ red, Adkins poured “effective recoilless rie ďŹ re upon enemy positions.â€? Despite additional wounds, Adkins “fought off waves
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of attacking Viet Cong, eliminating numerous insurgents.â€? After being ordered to evacuate the camp, Adkins and a small group of Soldiers fought their way out to the extraction point, carrying their wounded. Upon reaching the landing zone, they found out that the last rescue helicopter had departed, so the group evaded the enemy until March 12, when they were ďŹ nally rescued by helicopter. During the 38-hour battle and 48 hours of escape and evasion, it is estimated that Adkins killed as many as 175 of the enemy, while sustaining 18 wounds to his own body. When asked how he could continue to help others evade the enemy with so many wounds, Adkins said “you just don’t quit. You don’t know what the word quit means.â€? He said, however, that the medal doesn’t really belong to him. “I’m just a keeper of the medal for those other 16 people who were in the battle, especially the ďŹ ve who didn’t make it.â€?
“The lead Soldier tripped a wire attached to a hand grenade boobytrap, set up by enemy forces,â€? according to the document. As the grenade rolled down the hill, Sloat knelt and picked it up. “After initially attempting to throw the grenade, Sloat realized that detonation was imminentâ€? so he drew the grenade to his body and shielded his squad members from the blast, saving their lives, but sacriďŹ cing his own, the document concludes. 1st. Lt. Alonzo H. Cushing Cushing distinguished himself during combat operations in the vicinity of Cemetery Ridge, July 3, 1863, while serving as a commanding ofďŹ cer of Battery A, 4th United States Artillery, Artillery Brigade, 2nd Corps, Army of the Potomac. He was grievously wounded defending the Union’s position during Longstreet’s Assault, known as Pickett’s Charge. He refused to evacuate, the White House said. As the Confederates advanced, Cushing, who was 22 years old, manned the only remaining and serviceable ďŹ eld piece in his battery, the statement said. “With the rebels within 100 yards of his position, Cushing was shot and killed during this heroic stand,â€? the White House said. “His actions made it possible for the Union Army to successfully repulse the Confederate assault.â€?
Spc. 4 Donald P. Sloat Spc. 4 Donald P. Sloat distinguished himself while serving as a machine gunner with 3rd Platoon, Company D, 2nd Battalion, 1st Infantry Regiment, 196th Light Infantry Brigade, Americal Division, during combat operations near Danang, South Vietnam. On the morning of Jan. 17, 1970, Sloat’s squad was on patrol, moving ARNEWS correspondent Lisa Ferdiup a small hill in ďŹ le formation, accordnando assisted with this report. ing to documentation of the battle.
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Being a Soldier is as physically demanding, at times, as being a professional athlete. As a result, Soldiers are especially conscious of physical training requirements and the need to remain ďŹ t and ready. In recent years, a larger percentage of Soldiers have begun to rely on dietary supplements to help them stay at a peak level of performance. In a few cases, the use of dietary supplements has led to unwanted and serious consequences. In late 2011, the Department of Defense ordered workout supplements that contained 1,3-dimethlyamylamine, better known as DMAA, removed from the shelves of on-post stores, while the Army led a safety review, after it was linked to deaths among otherwise healthy Soldiers. In 2012, the Food and Drug Ad-
ministration, or FDA, issued warning letters to companies notifying them that products with DMAA needed to be taken off the market, or reformulated to remove this substance. Recently, the use of powdered caffeine as a performance supplement has also drawn attention. Caffeine is readily available in coffee, soft drinks, and other products, and millions ingest these beverages globally. On July 21, the FDA issued a warning about powdered caffeine, which is likely to be 100 percent pure caffeine, with a recommendation to avoid this form of caffeine. Pure caffeine is a powerful stimulant, and even very small amounts may lead to an accidental overdose. A single teaspoon of pure caffeine, for example, is roughly equivalent to the amount of cafPhoto by Spc. Alexis Harrison feine in 25 cups of coffee. Under no circumstances are supplements a replacement for the triad of proper nutrition, physical activity, and adequate sleep. Hard work remains the safest and most effective way
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Symptoms of caffeine overdose can include rapid or dangerously erratic heartbeat, vomiting, stupor, and disorientation. These symptoms are unlikely to be caused by drinking too much coffee or other caffeinated drinks, and are more commonly observed when concentrated sources of caffeine are used. Fitness is indispensable to being a Soldier, and there are safe ways to promote health and fitness over the long run. For example, proper management of the components of the Performance Triad – sleep, activity, and nutrition – remains the best way for Soldiers and families to meet their fitness and training requirements. Getting seven to eight hours of sleep every 24 hours is critical in achieving optimal physical, mental, and emotional health. Physical fitness and activity are crucial to ensuring our Soldiers perform as elite athletes. Practicing principles of safe and effective training are vital to maintaining physical readiness, preventing injuries and improving general health. Fueling for performance enables top-level training, increases energy and endurance, shortens recovery time between activities,
and improves focus and concentration. There is overwhelming proof that sleep, activity, and nutrition, when optimally managed, comprise the best approach to promote peak physical and emotional well-being, and ensure rapid and clear decision making under pressure, which is exactly what is required by professional athletes and Soldiers alike. In war, a well-focused Soldier is a combat advantage. It is important to get the facts before using dietary supplements. Soldiers should be knowledgeable of what they are taking, and the possible side effects of those substances. The FDA continues to examine dietary supplements, and reminds users that certain supplements, specifically weightloss and bodybuilding supplements, have potentially dangerous ingredients. Soldiers and families should be particularly careful when using these types of supplements. Under no circumstances are supplements a replacement for the triad of proper nutrition, physical activity, and adequate sleep. Hard work remains the safest and most effective way to stay fit and improve stamina, which are needed on the playing field and the battlefield.
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Airmen interested in biomedical sciences education, or BSC, or commissioning opportunities may be eligible for one or all of the four Biomedical Sciences Corps programs now accepting applications. Available BSC programs include the Army Baylor Doctor of Physical Therapy Training, the Uniform Services University of the Health Sciences PhD Clinical Psychology Training Program, the Interservice Physician Assistant Training Program and the Direct Accession Program. Eligible active-duty Air Force ofďŹ cers and enlisted members may apply for any of the four programs. Air Force Reserve and Air National Guard members are eligible to apply for the PhD Clinical Psychology Program at USUHS.
Army Baylor Doctor of Physical Therapy â– Leads to a commission as a physical therapist â– Applications are due by Nov. 25, 2014, for training beginning in October 2015 â– Active-duty enlisted, ofďŹ cers and cadets may apply â– Eligibility criteria include the following: â– U.S. Citizen â– Bachelor’s Degree (or in ďŹ nal semester for degree) â– Worldwide qualiďŹ ed for duty â– Minimum total Graduate Record Examination score of 1,000 (297 new); minimum 450 (150 new) on verbal â– Minimum 100 hours of physical therapy observation â– Minimum GPA of 3.25 â– Complete required anatomy, physiology, biology, physics, chemistry, psychology, statistics and social science courses â– Enlisted selective reenlistment bonus recipients: must have completed 50 percent of their enlistment before applying
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Interservice Physician Assistant Training Program â– Leads to a commission as a physician assistant â– Applications are due Jan. 25, 2015, for the 13-month training program at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston beginning in August for selected OfďŹ cers and Enlisted attending either December 2015, April or August 2016 (the 13 month program is followed by 16 months of Phase II training) â– Active-duty enlisted, ofďŹ cers and cadets may apply â– Enlisted eligibility criteria include the following: â– U.S. Citizen â– 60 Semester hours
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Every career in the Army starts with TRADOC By TRADOC Public Affairs U.S. ARMY TRAINING AND DOCTRINE COMMAND
Through U.S. Army Recruiting Command, U.S. Army Center for Initial Military Training and U.S. Army Cadet Command, U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command serves as the foundation for the “Start Strong” phase of every Soldier’s career. TRADOC, transforms civilians into Soldiers and provides them the pathway into the noble profession of Soldiers, past and present. For over 40 years, TRADOC has provided millions of Soldiers not only with the skills to become professionals in their field, but also the expertise and experience to successfully transition out of the Army upon completion of service. “Starting Strong” is critical to the individual success of U.S. Army Soldiers and officers and fundamental to the Army’s role in defending the nation.
Finding the one percent It’s a challenging mission to find only the best, brightest and most qualified young men and women to become Soldiers to serve in the Army, but it’s one that recruiters assigned to U.S. Army Recruiting Command, or USAREC, do with passion. Master Sgt. Steve McCartney, USAREC senior policy non-commissioned officer, who’s worked in recruiting in some capacity since 1996, said USAREC has some tough competition. “We’re trying to recruit the same students that all the colleges and universities are trying to recruit,” said McCartney. “In addition to being physically fit, we want those individuals who have clean police records, who don’t do drugs, who make good grades and who are leaders involved in community and student organizations; because young people who are assets to their community will be assets to the Army.” The Army is well-known for its success in mentoring young people to become responsible adults. This mentoring process, a critical element of the Army Profession, begins once the future Soldier signs on the
dotted line. Sgt. 1st Class Jeffery Crane, 1st Recruiting Brigade noncommissioned officer, said some future Soldiers need help with physical training, leadership development or in simply negotiating a challenging final year of high school. Others need help socially or spiritually. They may come from broken or volatile homes where walking through the front door is the greatest challenge of each day. They turn to their recruiter, who mentors them just like he or she would activeduty Soldiers. “The Army asks ordinary people to do extraordinary things,” Crane explained. “The ability to overcome adversity and challenges is a key part to making that possible for future Soldiers. “Recruiters have the immense responsibility of getting future Soldiers ready to be Soldiers physically, mentally, spiritually and emotionally. We’re really the first step in building the resilience of a Soldier.” Recruiters also help set up future Soldiers for success by guiding them through the formal Future Soldier Training Program, which all future Soldiers are required to complete. This program includes the Basic Training Task List, which is a list of tasks critical to success in the future Soldier’s transition into the Army and completion of initial military training. The BTTL includes Army values, history, customs, courtesies, rank recognition, basic first-aid skills, basic land navigation, the use of military time, basic communication skills, the memorization of the phonetic alphabet and general orders.
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U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Nicholas Dimiceli, Milwaukee Recruiting Battalion, reunites with Jacob Beringer, a school buddy from a decade ago at St.Agnes School in Butler,Wisconsin. Dimiceli was an eighth grader who read books and did various activities with Beringer who was then a first grader.They sit in a classroom where they both went through eighth grade. Beringer is now joining the Army following his reunion with Dimiceli.
Future Soldiers are also required to complete monthly diagnostic Army Physical Fitness Tests. To prepare for this test, recruiters familiarize future Soldiers with physical training, which will condition their bodies for the rigors of Basic Combat Training. Just as in operational Army units, the physical training sessions develop and foster camaraderie and teamwork among future Soldiers. The FSTP also helps shape future Soldier values through training and education programs such as the U.S. Army Sexual Harassment/Assault Response and Prevention Program, and equal opportunity awareness. Recruiters are also well-versed in talent management, or matching the talent and desires of future Soldiers with the right military occupational specialty, explained McCartney. “I always told young men and women to pick a job based on their wants, needs and
“We’re trying to recruit the same students that all the colleges and universities are trying to recruit. In addition to being physically fit, we want those individuals who have clean police records, who don’t do drugs, who make good grades, and who are leaders involved in community and student organizations; because young people who are assets to their community will be assets to the Army.”
desires, and most importantly one that fits their personality,” said McCartney. “I’d ask them to think about what they’d really like to be doing five years down the road and then work with them to develop a plan to help them achieve that goal.” Once future Soldiers raise their right hand and depart for basic training, they are officially no longer the recruiter’s responsibility, but the relationship between recruiter and future Soldier often lasts for years, said Crane. NCOs speak proudly of Soldiers they recruited and mentored as future Soldiers, and of subsequent successful careers they have watched unfold. “We sit in their living rooms, meet the parents, family and friends, and we really do get to know them personally,” said Crane. “This personal, and yet professional, relationship is key to the development of the future Soldier. We see ourselves in them. We recognize the scrawny boy looking for a purpose, or we recognize the shy girl looking for independence, and we accept the personal challenge to prepare them for training, because the heart of everything we are as NCOs is a desire to mentor.”
Building tomorrow’s leaders today
Thanks to the dedication and professionalism of staff and recruiters at USAREC, future Soldiers arrive well-prepared for the — Master Sgt. Steve McCartney rigors of the Army’s initial military training.
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CAREER FROM PAGE 18 The U.S. Army Center for Initial Military Training, is TRADOC’s lead for transforming civilian volunteers into Soldiers, who are ready for their first unit of assignment. Drill sergeants and advanced individual training, known as AIT, platoon sergeants comprise the core of extended excellence at USACIMT. Approximately 2,200 drill sergeants and 600 AIT platoon sergeants transform nearly 120,000 civilian volunteers into aspiring professionals annually. “Our drill sergeants and AIT platoon sergeants are disciplined, confident and inspirational leaders,” said Command Sgt. Maj. Dennis J. Woods, USACIMT senior enlisted advisor. “If that new Soldier feels compelled to say and think, ‘I want to be just like you,’ then that’s our mark on this path we call the Army profession.” This is also where the new Soldier meets the very model of the Army profession for the first time – face to face. Facial features set like steel, encircled by the brim of a drill sergeant hat, and a voice that carries a timbre of motivation – it’s a visual that transports any Soldier back to the start of their Army career. These trademarks of the drill sergeant inspire civilian volunteers to believe they are capable of serving honorably as Soldiers. It’s in One Station Unit Training at BCT where BCT and AIT are combined into one school, where Soldiers learn Army culture during three phases over 10 weeks, referred to as red, white and blue phases. This training takes place at four locations: Fort Jackson, South Carolina (BCT); Fort Sill, Oklahoma (BCT); Fort Benning, Georgia (BCT and OSUT); and Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri (BCT and OSUT). Each phase builds upon the previous, emphasizing values and ethos as well as mastery of the Warrior Tasks and Battle Drills, which are the skills needed to survive in combat. Warrior Tasks are individual Soldier skills, critical to survival; Battle Drills are team skills designed to ensure a unit correctly reacts and survives in combat. After graduating BCT, Soldiers attend AIT at one of 22 installations across the United States, to learn the technical skills of their job. Depending on the MOS, the length of AIT ranges from four to 48 weeks. At AIT, it’s the platoon sergeant who
Available at 275 host universities and more than 1,000 affiliated campuses, ROTC offers leadership experience, education and training valuable in military and post-military professions. Upon graduation, ROTC cadets may receive a commission as an Army second lieutenant on active duty, in the Army Reserve or in the Army National Guard. After commissioning, these new officers receive specialized, branch-specific training.
carries on the mission of mentoring. He or she reinforces values and ethos, while the Soldier learns the technical skills to perform within his or her specialty. AIT platoon sergeants set the tone for Soldiers’ first unit of assignment. Drill sergeants, AIT platoon sergeants and cadre use the Army Learning Model, an outcomes-based learning approach, to build Soldier confidence. Outcome-based training focuses on critical thinking so that new Soldiers can understand the process of problem solving – “how” to think, not just “what” to think. This approach develops Soldiers who can adapt to changing tactical and strategic environments. “Throughout history, the Army has adapted to changing battlefields,” Woods said. “Our new Soldiers must come out of the IMT (initial military training) gate already adaptive – they are tomorrow’s leaders.” TRADOC’s IMT provides Soldiers to first units of assignments who are agile, adaptive and competent; who are confident and capable of serving honorably as a Soldier and as a trusted member of a team; and who identify professionally with others selflessly serving in the profession of arms.
Adaptive officers of character In parallel to USACIMT, TRADOC’s U.S. Army Cadet Command leads the mission to forge the world’s finest commissioned Army officers. These officers are trained and educated to become critical thinkers and decision-makers, who inspire strength in others. They learn how to negotiate demanding missions while ensuring the welfare, morale and professional development of the Soldiers entrusted to them. The primary path for commissioning as an officer in the Army is through the Army Reserve Officers’ Training Corps program. The ROTC program includes recruiting,
developing and commissioning individuals who exhibit character, commitment and competence – the foundation of the Army profession. Available at 275 host universities and more than 1,000 affiliated campuses, ROTC offers leadership experience, education and training valuable in military and post-military professions. Upon graduation, ROTC cadets may receive a commission as an Army second lieutenant on active duty, in the Army Reserve or in the Army National Guard. After commissioning, these new officers receive specialized, branch-specific training. Producing more than 70 percent of all commissioned officers, Army ROTC has been the largest source of officer accessions since World War II. “The operational environment, technology and the learning sciences have all changed since Cadet Command stood up in 1986,” explained Brig. Gen. Peggy C. Combs, commanding general of Cadet Command and Fort Knox, Kentucky. “The Army’s senior ROTC program is critical to acquiring the talent and developing adaptive officers who can effectively lead their Soldiers in complex environments, while understanding the implications of their decisions and how it impacts the mission.” Acquiring the right talent means Cadet Command will focus on more “precision recruiting” of potential cadets, based on Army requirements. Recruiting – and Army ROTC’s roughly $250 million annual scholarship budget – will target science, technology, engineering and mathematics majors, nurses, and those with specific language skills. As to the ROTC program itself, USACC has implemented a number of initiatives, to include revising the curriculum in an initiative called Basic Officer Leader Development Transformation. The BOLD initiative supports the Army Leader Development Strategy in developing adap-
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tive junior leaders who can operate and succeed in the complex environments the Army will face in the future. This new Army ROTC curriculum has been researched, tested and refined to ensure new second lieutenants start their Army careers with the skills and ability needed to execute basic officer leader tasks. The curriculum has also been redesigned to improve critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and will offer a broader portfolio of summer internships, language training and other specialty training. Finally, USACC has added more mandatory university/college-conducted classes as an essential part of every cadet’s education. This new curriculum is expected to be integrated into ROTC college classrooms in academic year 2014-15. The BOLD Transformation encompasses more than curriculum changes. This summer, Cadet Command is consolidating the Leader’s Training Course and Leader Development and Assessment Course at Fort Knox. Among its many benefits, this consolidation will create opportunities for older cadets to lead and train underclass cadets during summer training, under the supervision of cadre. In 2016, a new Cadet Initial Entry Training course will be required for all ROTC cadets. LDAC will transform and become the Cadet Leaders Course, providing multi-echelon squad- and platoon-level training events for all cadets, following their junior year. In the end, TRADOC’s oversight and USACC’s focus on recruiting, developing and commissioning officers of character, capable of thriving in a variety of operational environments, will ensure our Army is led by the very best.
Foundation of ‘Starting Strong’ “Starting Strong” is the Army’s way of selecting and providing initial training and education for the one percent of the American population who will serve. TRADOC’s focus on selecting the very best enlisted and officers and investing wisely in their training and education benefits not just the Army, but also every individual who travels this pathway of professionalism. Helping Soldiers “Start Strong” provides a solid base of values and knowledge that will help ensure success throughout and after military service.
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be in the Langley Chapel Annex conference room at 10 a.m. Effective Aug. 25, Capt. Joshua Henderson-Casteel, 30th Sept. 10.Those interested must schedule an interview with Intelligence Squadron, is detailed as the Summary Court Of- Father Eugene Kole during the first week of September. For more information and requirements, contact the ficer to secure and make proper disposition of the personal effects of Senior Airman Russell R. Mountain. Anyone hav- Langley Chapel at 764-7847. ing knowledge of money or property due to the deceased or claims against the deceased’s estate, contact Henderson- Family Advocacy Safety Education Seminar The Family Advocacy Program will host safety educaCasteel at 225-4122 or (209) 518-2990. tion seminars on Joint Base Langley-Eustis. The seminars Langley Lanes league sign-ups will highlight the dynamics of domestic violence and child ■ A youth League will begin at 9:30 a.m., Sept. 20 to April abuse. Learn who is at risk, available resources and the 18. Registration will take place from noon to 2 p.m., Sept. 6 tools for maintaining a healthy relationship. Below are the and 13. Registration is open to ages five through 18 and is a seminar dates and locations: one-time registration fee of $10 per bowler. Bowlers will re■ 9 a.m., Sept. 11 at Bldg. 2115 Pershing Ave., Fort Eustis. ceive one free game upon registration. Weekly Fees are $10. ■ 9 a.m., Sept. 19 at the Health and Wellness Center, For more information, call 764-2433. Langley Air Force Base. For more information, contact Aillen Ford at 764-9581.
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Personnel at 1st Maintenance Squadron Munitions will 2014 JBLEWarrior Olympics The 633rd Air Base Wing will host a base-wide sports perform semi-annual inventory on the munitions stockpile Sept. 7-14. During this time, no transactions will be conduct- day from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Sept. 12. The event promotes ed unless an emergency request is submitted in writing and morale, teamwork and camaraderie throughout Joint Base Langley-Eustis. All JBLE units are invited to participate. approved by group commander (AFI 21-201 para 7.5.8.5). For more information, contact Tech. Sgt. Jeremiah Garza For more info contact munitions operations at 764-7164. at jeremiah.garza@langley.af.mil or Master Sgt. Evelyn ArMarriage Seminar royo at evelyn.arroyo@langley.af.mil. A marriage seminar will be taught from a biblical traditional family model at Great Wolf Lodge in Williamsburg from HeismanTrophyWinner visit Sept. 12-14.The event is free for active duty married couples. Heisman Trophy Winner Herschel Walker will visit Fort Lodging and meals are included. Deadline to register is Sept. Eustis’ Jacobs Theater from 10 to 11 a.m., Sept. 16, and 10 by 4 p.m. Limited slots available for the weekend. Contact Langley Air Force Base’s Community Commons from 9:30 Leslie Pedro at the Langley Chapel to register: 764-8041 or to 10:30 a.m., Sept. 17. Both events are open to all active-duty military members, Department of Defense civilians, retirleslie.pedro.ctr@us.af.mil. ees, contractors and their dependents. Assistant Youth Minister For more information, visit www.jbleforcesupport.com. The Langley Chapel is seeking an Assistant Youth Minister to serve the Langley Air Force Base Catholic Program POW/MIA events and as liaison and coordinator with the Fort Eustis Youth ■ 24-hour Memorial Run/Walk: Will begin at the ShellMinistry Program.The position requires 15 flexible hours of bank Fitness Center at 10 a.m., Sept. 16. To sign up, visit tiwork per week for 12 months. Most of the program is con- nyurl.com/n96b3rr, or volunteer, visit tinyurl.com/mcldhky. ducted on Sundays. Call the Langley Chapel to request a For more information, contact Tech. Sgt. Steven Walker at copy of the statement of work and form for bid. 764-3547 or steven.walker.9@us.af.mil orTech. Sgt.Thomas Applicants should submit all documents and their bid on Brandt at 225-7224 or thomas.brandt@us.af.mil. ■ POW Presentation: Retired Lt. Col. Barry Bridger will the provided form by 4 p.m., Sept. 8. Public bid opening will be in the Langley Chapel Annex conference room at 10 give a 1-hour presentation detailing his experiences as a a.m., Sept 10. Those bidding must schedule an interview prisoner of war in Vietnam. The event will take place at the with Father Eugene Kole in the first week of September. base theater at 3 p.m., Sept. 16. For more information, conFor more information and requirements, call the Langley tact Master Sgt. James Niblock at 764-8857 or james.niChapel at 764-7847. block@us.af.mil. ■ Commemoration Ceremony: The event will begin at Liturgical Ministries Coordinator 10 a.m. at Memorieal Grove Park, across Nealy Ave. It feaThe Langley Chapel is seeking a Catholic Coordinator tures guest speaker, retired Lt. Col. Barry Bridger again. For for Liturgical Ministries. This person will recruit, arrange more information, contact Tech. Sgt. Jhonathan Knuth at training, schedule, and mentor all lay liturgical ministers. 225-5818 or jhonathan.knuth@us.af.mil or Master Sgt. Eric The position requires 12 hours of work per week, three Gebhardt at 225-6544 or eric.gebhardt@us.af.mil. hours each morning Monday through Thursday, for 12 ■ Memorial Run motorcycle escort: The Green Knights month. Call the Langley Chapel to request a copy of the Military Motorcycle Club Chapter 48 will lead a motorcycle statement of work and form for bid. escort for runners carrying the flag into the POW/MIA cerApplicants should submit all documents and their bid on emony followed by ride off base, Sept. 17. The event startthe provided form by 4 p.m. Sept 8. Public bid opening will ing point is the Langley Federal Credit Union parking lot at
9 a.m., and the ride will begin at 9:45 a.m. All volunteers and motorcycle types are welcome. For more information, contact the Green Knights by e-mail at GKMMC48@gmail. com or on Facebook at www.facebook.com/greenknightsmilitarymotorcycleclubchapter48. ■ Luncheon: A memorial luncheon is being held at the Langley Club at 11 a.m., Sept. 17. Event tickets are $15. Participants must RSVP by Sept. 10. For more information, contact Staff Sgt. Tanisha Cole at 225-1725 or Master Sgt. Natasha Brantley at 764-8945. To register, visit einvitations.afit. edu/inv/anim.cfm?i=210167&k=006042087D50.
Teaching as a Second Career briefing The Education Center will host aTeaching as a Second Career briefing from 11:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., Sept. 17. For more information, call 683-3327.
Air Force Birthday Celebration The 1st Fighter Wing will host the Langley Air Force Base Air Force Birthday Celebration from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Sept 18, at the Bayview Commonwealth Center. The event will feature Brig. Gen. Dash Jamieson, Air Combat Command Director of Intelligence, as the guest speaker and entertainment will be provided by the Rhythm in Blue Jazz Band. Lunch will include barbeque chicken, salads, desert, tea and coffee service and more. Tickets are $15 and are available for purchase. For more information, contact Master Sgt. Dave Brown at 764-4124 or refer to your unit point of contact.
Oktoberfest 2014 The following is a list of the locations, dates and times for Oktoberfest at Joint Base Langley-Eustis: ■ Fort Eustis – 4 to 9 p.m., Sept 19, at the Bowling Center. For more information, call 878-5482. ■ Langley Air Force Base – 3 to 7 p.m., Oct. 3, at the Langley Club. For more information, call 766-1361.
JBLE hunting season Controlled hunts for white-tailed deer will be conducted during non-duty hours on weekends and some Federal Holidays on Joint base Langley-Eustis. Participants must obtain a base hunting permit, hunters safety certificate and registration of all firearms with Security Forces. Base hunting permits will be available during the annual archery qualification and safety orientation event on Sep. 20. The following events take place during hunting season on Joint Base Langley-Eustis: ■ Youth only deer hunt on Sept. 27. Youth ages 17 and under may hunt supervised by a licensed adult with either archery or a firearm (shotgun slug only).Youth under 12 do not require a Virginia state hunting license, but must still complete a Hunter Safety Education course prior to hunting on Langley Air Force Base. ■ Archery season will run from Oct. 4 through Nov. 11. ■ Firearm season (shotgun slug only) will run from Nov. 15 to Jan. 3. For more information or to sign up, contact the volunteer Hunt Coordinator at Langleygw@aol.com or the Civil Engineer Squadron at 764-1090
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The Family Advocacy Program will host safety education seminars on Joint Base Langley-Eustis. The seminars will highlight the dynamics of domestic violence and child abuse. Learn who is at risk, available resources and the tools for maintaining a healthy relationship. Below are the seminar dates and locations: ■ 9 a.m., Sept. 11 at Bldg. 2115 Pershing Ave., Fort ID Card and DEERS office temporary hours Eustis. Effective Sept. 8, the ID Card and Defense Enrollment ■ 9 a.m., Sept. 19 at the Health and Wellness Center, Eligibility Reporting System office will temporarily change Langley Air Force Base. operating hours to reduce wait time. The new hours are: For more information, contact Aillen Ford at 764-9581. ■ Monday, Wednesday and Friday – Walk-ins from 8 a.m. Ammunition Supply Point inventory to 4 p.m. ■ Tuesday and Thursday – Appointments only between Appointments will not be accepted during the Fort 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Eustis Ammunition Supply Point scheduled inventory for Family members, retirees, Department of Defense ci- Sept. 15-19. For more information, contact Chief Warvilians and contractors, and disabled veterans can sched- rant Officer 5 Carolita Green at 878-1330. ule appointments at https://rapids-appointments.dmdc. osd.mil/appointment/building.aspx?BuildingId=228. Ap- Heisman Trophy Winner visit pointments or cancellations must be scheduled 24 hours Heisman Trophy Winner Herschel Walker will visit Fort in advance for processing. Individuals requesting PIN re- Eustis’ Jacobs Theater from 10 to 11 a.m., Sept. 16, and Langley Air Force Base’s Community Commons from sets do not need to schedule an appointment. The ID Card and DEERS office is located at 650 Monroe 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., Sept. 17. Both events are open to all Avenue. Soldiers assigned to the 7th Transportation Bri- active-duty military members, Department of Defense gade (Expeditionary) can access services at 825 Monroe civilians, retirees, contractors and their dependents. Avenue, room 141. For more information, call 878-0361. For more information about the event, visit www.jbleforcesupport.com.
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The 35th annual Col. Joe Botts Memorial GolfTournament, hosted by the ArmyTransportation Museum Foundation, will kick off with a shotgun start at 9 a.m., Sept. 6 at the Pines Golf Course. The cost is $65 for Pines members and $75 for non-members, and includes lunch. Registration forms are available at the museum, foundation and golf course. For more information, call 878-1180 or email atmfoundation@netzero.com.
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The Joint Base Langley-Eustis Job Fair will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Sept. 18 at the Fort Eustis Club. More than 50 employers will be on hand to network and offer employment opportunities. The event is open to active-duty military, reservists, National Guard, Coast Guard, veterans, retirees and military spouses. Job seekers should come dressed for success and bring copies of their resumes. Minor children not allowed. Home buying and selling seminars Pre-registration is available at http://www.eventbrite. The Fort Eustis Housing Referral Office will host a Home com/e/jble-job-fair-tickets-11934693991. For more inforBuying Seminar from 6 to 8:30 p.m., Sept. 9 and a Home mation, call 878-0906. Selling Seminar from 6 to 8:30 p.m., Sept. 11. Both seminars will take place in the Civil Engineer Division conference room Fort Eustis Retirement Ceremony The 733rd Mission Support Group will host the Fort at 1407 Washington Blvd. Industry speakers will include a real estate agent, mortgage lender, attorney and home in- Eustis Retirement Ceremony at 10 a.m., Sept. 19 to spector. The free seminars are open to active-duty U.S. mili- honor retiring participants for their service to our countary members, retirees, reservists, National Guard and their try. The ceremony will take place at the U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command event stand. The inclement family members. To register, call 878-2977/5687/5579 at least three busi- weather site is Jacobs Theater at 647 Monroe Ave. ness days prior to attending the seminar of your choice. For more information, call 878-6880.
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Fort Eustis will host a free Experienced Riders Course (BRC2), required for all active-duty personnel who own or operate a cruiser-type motorcycle, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sept. 10 and 24 12 atTA14 A, 3300Wilson Ave. Military members are required to complete the advanced course no later than one year after completing the Basic Riders Course. For more information, contact the 633rd Air Base Wing Safety Office at 764-5058.
The 7th Transportation Brigade (Expeditionary) Resolute Ball will take place Sept. 19 at the Hampton Roads Convention Center at 1610 Coliseum Drive in Hampton. Tickets are $60 per person, which includes a Tuscany buffet, dessert and beverages. The social hour will start at 5 p.m. followed by the receiving line at 5:30 p.m. To purchase tickets, contact unit representatives.
Oktoberfest celebration The 733rd Force Support Division will host an Oktoberfest celebration from 4 to 9 p.m., Sept. 19 in front of the bowling center. Admission is free and open to all. It will feature German food and beverages, music and children’s activities. For more information, call 878-5482/2252/3501.
Fall Festival/Boys and Girls Club Day The Fall Festival and Boys and Girls Club Day will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Sept 20 in front of the bowling center. Admission is free and open to all. Activities will include children’s games, crafts, inflatables, entertainment and static displays. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. For more information, call 878-5482/2252/3501.
Mulberry Island Half Marathon/5K Run The 733rd Force Support Division will host the 33rd annual Mulberry Island Marathon/5K Run Sept. 20, starting at Anderson Field House at 443 Dickman Street. This is a Peninsula Track Club Grand Prix event, which will be run entirely on Fort Eustis. The course surface is 99 percent flat asphalt roadways. The race route will take you past the historic Matthew Jones House, along the James River with a view of the Ghost Fleet, near Fort Crawford and then past the site of an early American brick factory located on Mulberry Island. Parking, restroom and shower facilities will be available for use at Anderson Field House. Water stations will be provided at locations throughout the race course and at the finish line. T-shirts are guaranteed to all preregistered runners and to others while supplies last. The cost is $35 for registrations received before close of business Sept. 17 and $40 after. Race day registration will begin at 6 a.m.The 5K run will start at 7:30 a.m. and the half marathon at 8 a.m. Online registration is available at www. active.com. Registration forms can be dropped off at Anderson Field House or mailed to: Sports Branch, P.O. Drawer E, Fort Eustis, VA 23604. Make checks payable to FE Fitness. There will be no refunds or rain dates. For more information, call 878-0013.
JBLE clubs events The following events are held at the Fort Eustis: ■ Third Saturdays Comedy – 8 p.m., Oct. 18. ■ Latin Night – 9 p.m. to 2 a.m., every Friday. For more information, contact the club at 878-5700.
Parking-Lot-Palooza tail-gate party The Regimental Memorial Chapel will host Parking-LotPalooza from 12:30 to 3 p.m., Sept. 21 at 923 Lee Boulevard. The free spiritual tail-gate party is held to kick off the chapel’s upcoming programs and is geared toward families, single Soldiers, youth and children. Activities will include a chili cook-off, dunk tank, sno-cone machine, cotton candy, inflatables, music and community resources. Guests are encouraged to wear their favorite college T-shirts or sweatshirts and bring lawn chairs for seating. For more information, contact Genevieve Hughes at 8781450 or genevieve.hughes2.civ@mail.mil.
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Military and First Responders 9/11 Heroes Run Admiral John C. Harvey Jr, Virginia Secretary of Veter-
The 32nd annual Hampton Bay Days Festival will take place Sept. 5-7 at Mill Point Park in downtown Hampton. Admission to the festival is free. Activities will include live entertainment, craft and food vendors, fireworks, a car show, and an 8K race. Hours are noon to 10 p.m., Sept. 5; 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., Sept. 6; and noon to 6 p.m., Sept. 7. Special events will include the following: ■ Bay Days 8K run – The 8K run will begin and end at the Virginia Air and Space Center at 600 Settlers Landing Road in Hampton. The registration fee is $40. To register, visit www.baydays8k.com. ■ Clean-up volunteers needed – Hampton’s Clean City Commission is seeking volunteers to help clean up during the festival. Areas needing assistance include information booths, security, traffic control and trash collection. Volunteers who work a minimum four-hour shift will receive a free Bay Days T-shirt. To volunteer or for more information, call 727-1199 or visit hcc@hampton.gov. ■ Hampton History Museum free admission – The Hampton History Museum offers free admission from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sept. 5-6 and from 1 to 5 p.m., Sept. 7. The museum is located at 120 Old Hampton Lane. ■ Tidewater Dock Dogs Summer Splashdown – The event is scheduled for Sept. 6-8 in front of the Virginia Air and Space Center on King Street. Attendees can watch canines splash down into a 28,000 gallon pool as teams compete for cash, ribbons and other prizes. For more information, visit www.tidewaterdockdogs.com. For more info, call 727-8311 or visit www.baydays.com.
Registration is open for the 9/11 Heroes Run scheduled for 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Sept. 7 at the Virginia Beach Sportsplex at 2181 Landstown Road. The event is open to all and includes a 5K and one mile fun run to support military personnel and first responders. Registration and fee information is available at www.911heroesrun.org.
ans and Defense Affairs. The U.S. Navy Recruiting District Richmond will conduct a special flag ceremony, and music will be provided by the Fort Lee Band and Young Midlothian Singers. For more information, call (804) 786-2060 or visit www. vawarmemorial.org.
WWII Flying Fortress heavy bomber
Operation Homefront Freedom Walk 2014
The Sentimental Journey, a World War II B-17 Flying Fortress heavy bomber, will visit the Suffolk Municipal Airport Sept. 8-14.The aircraft is maintained and operated as a flying museum and veteran’s memorial by Airbase Arizona, a unit of the non-profit Commemorative Air Force. Public viewing and photo opportunities are free to the public from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day. Flights will be offered for $425 per person and cockpit tours are available for $5. All flights will take place Sept. 12-14, weather permitting. To make flight reservations, call (602) 448-9415 or email b17rc@azcaf.org.
Operation Homefront of the Virginias presents Freedom Walk 2014 from 5 to 8 p.m., Sept. 11 at the Peninsula Town Center in Hampton. The event is free and open to the public. Activities will include a walk, moment of silence and wreath-laying ceremony. The first 300 pre-registered adults who sign in at the registration table will receive a complimentary T-shirt and goodie bag. To register, visit www.operationhomefront.net.
Community Appearance and Litter Index
CNU Symphony Under the Stars Christopher Newport University will host Symphony Under the Stars at 7:30 p.m., Sept. 12 on the Great Lawn, near the intersection of Warwick Boulevard and Avenue of the Arts, in Newport News. The concert is free and open to the public, and the Virginia Symphony Orchestra will perform light classics and pop favorites. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets for seating. For more information, visit www.virginiasymphony.org.
The Hampton Clean City Commission will conduct its 15th Annual Litter Index from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sept. 10. Nine volunteers are needed to evaluate Hampton on visible litter, illegal signs, abandoned vehicles, graffiti and outdoor storage. Volunteers must register to participate and must be at least 16 years old. Participants will be trained and then begin the index, which will continue until all sites are eval- Square dance lessons TheTidal Waves Square Dance Club invites singles, couuated. Lunch will be provided. Volunteers are encouraged ples, and families to a free open house at 8 p.m., Sept. 12 to wear comfortable clothes appropriate for the weather. Free admission weekend at PFAC For more information or to register, contact Debbie at Palmer Elementary School at 100 Palmer Lane. EnterPeninsula Fine Arts Center will host a free admission Blanton at hccc@hampton.gov or call 727-1199. tainment and snacks will be provided. Free lessons will weekend Sept. 6-7 at 101 Museum Drive in Newport take place from 7 to 9 p.m., Sept. 16 and 23. Fee-based News. Visitors can view PFAC’s newest exhibit, NEXT: Day of Remembrance and Hope event lessons are scheduled for Tuesdays at the same time and Emerging Virginia Artists, which explores new ideas in The City of Hampton’s Military Affairs Committee will location. The cost is $4 per person per lesson. both traditional and nontraditional mediums. The perma- host the Day of Remembrance and Hope event from 8 to For more information, contact Marc Rodriquez at 333nent Hands On for Kids Gallery is also available for chil- 10 a.m., Sept. 11 at Gosnold’s Hope Park at 901 E. Little 2360 or Howard Knefel at 249-1733. dren. Hours are from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sept. 6 and from Back River Road. The public is invited to join in this special PTC Health and Safety Fair 1 to 5 p.m., Sept. 7. time of reflection for those who serve and protect. For more information, visit www.pfac-va.org. For more information, visit www.hampton,gov The Peninsula Town Center will sponsor the Neighborhood Night Out Health and Safety Fair from 3 to 6 p.m., Homeschool Program Days Thursdays by the Lake outdoor concerts Sept. 13 behind Outback Steak House in Hampton. The Homeschool families are invited to enjoy history lesThe Mariners’ Museum will host Thursdays by the Lake event is free and open to the public. Local government sons with special admission and hands-on programs at outdoor summer concerts from 6 to 10 p.m. at Mariners’ agencies will be on hand to provide community resourcHomeschool Program Days, Sept. 6-21 at Jamestown Set- Park in Newport NewsThe concerts are free and open to the es and safety information. The Hampton Sheriff’s Office tlement and Yorktown Victory Center. Tickets are $12 per public, and food and beverages will be available for purchase. will offer fingerprinting and take photographs for child family member and include unlimited admission to both Visitors are encouraged to bring blankets and lawn chairs for identification kits. Other activities will include face paintmuseums, pre-registration for optional student hands-on seating.The schedule for September is listed below: ing, music and inflatables. classroom programs or family guided tours, and admis■ Sept. 11 – Borderline Crazy For more info, visit www.peninsulatowncenter.com. sion to Jamestown Settlement’s Community Day: On the ■ Sept. 18 – Affair Taste of Suffolk Street Festival Riverfront event on Sept. 20, featuring chantey singers, ■ Sept. 25 – The Hark maritime programs, and period games. Admission is free For more information, visit www.marinersmuseum.org. The Taste of Suffolk Street Festival will take place from for children ages 3 and under. Students can enroll in one 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sept. 13 in downtown Suffolk. The of four programs at each museum according to grade lev- War Memorial Patriot Day Ceremony event is free and open to the public. Activities will include el. The deadline to register is 5 p.m., three business days The Virginia War Memorial will host a Patriot Day Cere- crafts, contests, games, specialty vendors, children’s and prior to the program or tour. mony at noon, Sept. 11 at 621 South Belvidere Street in family stages, a petting zoo and rock-climbing wall. The For more information or to register, contact Group downtown Richmond. The event is held to honor those U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command Brass Band Reservations at 253-4939 or visit www.historyisfun.org/ who died in the 9/11 terrorist attacks. Admission and will perform at 2 p.m. homeschool-program.htm. For more info, visit www.suffolkva.us/TasteofSuffolk. parking are free. The guest speaker is retired U.S. Navy
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