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FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2013 | VOL. 2 NO. 37

Nelson Mandela statue unveiled at South African Embassy in D.C. BY BOBBY JONES

STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER

Embassy Row was all abuzz as international dignitaries, leading civil rights activists and congressional members gathered Sept. 21 in the courtyard of the newly renovated South African Embassy on Massachusetts Ave. in Northwest D.C. for the unveiling of a statue of Nelson Mandela. The atmosphere was transformed by the heartbeat of drums vigorously tapped by a South African drummer, performances by the U.S. Army Brass Quartet, and audience members wearing traditional, colorful South African dresses. Felecia Mabza-Suttle, “Conversations with Felicia” talk show host and ceremony greeter, urged the crowd to dance to the music and celebrate the momentous occasion, to frequent, high-pitched cheers from the crowd. South African Ambassador Ebrahim Rasool recognized South Africa’s most prominent living statesman’s significant contributions to Africa and the world and the symbolism of joining other prominent peacemakers in statuary in the nation’s capital. “Mahatma Gandhi statue is further down the road, Martin Luther King Memorial on the Mall and today we add Nelson Mandela outside the embassy on Massachusetts,” Rasool said. Among the other distinguished guests were Congresswoman Maxine Waters (D-Calif.); Zindzi Mandela; Her Excellency Dr. Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma, chairwoman of the African Union; Dr. Rajiv Shah, USAID administrator; Randall Robinson, founder and former

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Emergency awareness leads to Air Force preparedness BY COL. DEAN H. HARTMAN

COMMANDER, 11TH MISSION SUPPORT GROUP

September is National Preparedness Month, during which emergency management officials increase community awareness. It is a time to prepare our community for unexpected emergencies. Media reminds us emergencies happen unexpectedly. Naturally occurring, human-made, or technological emergencies threaten our personnel and jeopardize our mission. Emergency preparedness is every person’s responsibility. A collective approach ensures crisis preparedness. Every member of our community must learn about potential local hazards, put together an emergency kit, make an emergency plan, and join local efforts to become a partner in preparedness. The Air Force “Be Ready” Awareness Campaign strengthens community resiliency by providing knowledge needed to prepare, respond, and recover from any emergency. In addition to the “Be Ready” Campaign, Joint Base Andrews has an Emergency Management Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/jba.em. I promote this campaign and encourage every leadership level to include emergency preparedness information in meetings and commander’s calls. The 11th Readiness & Emergency Management Flight, 301-9813026, has campaign products available to support your efforts. Our end goal is a culture of preparedness.

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Robert Griffin III greets youth at the Salute to Play 60 Military Challenge kickoff.

Salute to Play 60 Military Challenge kicks off at JBA BY CHRIS BASHAM STAFF WRITER

The Washington Redskins may be having a rough season at FedEx field, but on Joint Base Andrews they still manage to inspire. Redskins Adam Gettis, Robert Griffin III, Bryan Kehl, Josh Morgan, Alfred Morris, Jerome Murphy, Logan Paulsen, John Potter, Darryl Tapp, Nick Williams, Josh Wilson and Darrel Young joined former ‘Skins Doug Dockery and Tony Spinosa to kick off the “Salute to Play 60 Military Challenge” Sept. 24 at JBA. The event, part of the National Football League’s broader “Play 60” campaign aimed at getting young people to be physically active for at least 60 minutes each day, launched a fourweek competition among area military youth. More than 500 children of local military families will track their

daily physical activity, hoping to win recognition at a Redskins game later in the season. “The winning boy and girl from each installation will be in the tunnel with their parents when the team runs out,” said JBA Director of Youth Programs Vincent Eure. Players, cheerleaders and Redskins Executive Vice President and General Manager Bruce Allen served as “celebrity trainers,” putting 500 military children from across the National Capital Region through a mini-combine including agility ladders, relay races, throwing and catching drills and a timed, 40-yard dash. Co-sponsor the Mid-Atlantic Dairy Association provided nutrition information and a milk toast led by 2013 Maryland Dairy Princess Carol DeBaugh of Boonesboro, Md. “It’s a good event, to be on the Air

Force base. It’s an off day, and I’m happy to be here doing community service. A lot of the kids have parents overseas, fighting the war, and just to make them happy, see them smile even for a moment makes it worthwhile, said running back Alfred Morris before taking the field to lead his assigned group of children through on-field exercises. Washington Redskins Charitable Foundation spokesman Tony Wyllie said that this was the organization’s first ever “Salute to Play 60” kickoff to be held on a military installation. “It’s great that it’s close to our stadium, and having all four branches of the military here. What better kids to do it, than with military kids? We asked players with a military tie to come on their day off and they’re happy to do it,” said Wyllie. “But there’s

see REDSKINS, page 6

459TH ARW LIBERATORS RETURN HOME FROM DEPLOYMENT BY BOBBY JONES

STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER

Approximately 50 members assigned to the 459th Air Refueling Wing returned Sept. 23 to Joint Base Andrews via three KC-135 Stratotankers after a four-month deployment to Southwest Asia in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. See more photos on page 7.

Memo prepares DoD employees for government shutdown BY JIM GARAMONE

AMERICAN FORCES PRESS SERVICE

Although Defense Department officials believe a government shutdown can be avoided when the new fiscal year begins Oct. 1, they want DOD employees to be prepared for the possibility, Deputy Defense Secretary Ash Carter said in a memo issued to the workforce Sept. 23. The fiscal year ends Sept. 30, and Congress has not passed a budget. If Congress does not approve a budget or pass a continuing resolution, the portions of the government funded via appropriated funds will be forced to close. “The department remains hopeful that a government shutdown will be averted,” Carter

see SHUTDOWN, page 3

Family members wave to their loved ones as they prepare to exit the aircraft.

Liberators from the 459th Air Refueling Wing receive cheers.

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Commentary You can’t want what you don’t know exists BY CHRIS BASHAM STAFF WRITER

This week I had half an hour to kill so I ducked into a store I haven’t visited in years. They stock furniture and home decor items, but not the bargain-basement, basic things I’ve been finding at thrift stores and along the roadside for my apartment. Everything has a little brighter color, a little higher gloss, an exotic look to it or a layer of casual chic. I should have tied a rope to my waist, before going in. I was not two strides inside the door before I realized that it was my lifelong dream to own the vibrantly colored dishware with the peacock pattern, the owl sculptures with the fat mirrored pieces where feathers

ought to be, or the C-shaped occasional tables that slid just so around a sofa. For a few minutes, I pretty much forgot that I do not even own a sofa, or have room to introduce one to my apartment. The salesclerk told me all about the latest scented candles, and I needed them. Badly. Even though I leave the windows and door to my apartment open nearly year-round, to enjoy the natural sounds and scents of the outdoors. She left me to wander past massive mirrors framed in perfectly smooth mosaic, imported glassware, lushly upholstered cushions and statuary that looked like it was smuggled out of Southeast Asian temples under cover of night. I’m pretty sure I’m lucky to have made it back to my car, without hav-

ing purchased anything. The funny thing is, I didn’t need anything from that store before I went in. I didn’t want any of it. I really was only there because I was stuck in a strip mall, waiting for my son. As I walked back to my car, I could feel the intense desire ebbing with every step. I don’t need any of those things. I don’t have room for them. I certainly don’t want to spend money on them. My life is fine, with the belongings I have, each of them meaningful and comfortable and well within my budget. By the time I was back on the road, I was again content. But I have to admit that the experience startled me. If my established anti-consumerist ways could be derailed that quickly, how do others resist the pull of...stuff?

Retiree Corner

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99.99 percent prescription fill accuracy rate. Beneficiaries receive a 90-day supply through the mail and have no copayment for generic formulary medications and a $13 copay for brand-name formulary medications. At retail network pharmacies, beneficiaries pay $5 for a 30-day supply of generic formulary medications and $17 for brand name formulary medications. For more information on Home Delivery, visit www.tricare.mil/ homedelivery.

Commanders set tone for sex assault response

Commanders need to remain involved in military justice system decisions involving rape and sexual assault to leave no doubt about who is in charge, ac-

cording to Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Mark Welsh.“ Airmen should have no doubt about who will hold them accountable for mission performance and adherence to standards,” Welsh said. “Airmen expect their commander to define the mission, ensure readiness and hold accountable other Airmen who fail to meet their responsibilities to live up to our standards of conduct. Commanders having the authority to hold Airmen criminally accountable for misconduct in garrison is crucial to building combat-ready, disciplined units.” Welsh said he is trying to instill a culture on sexual assault that clearly shows Airmen that, “you are either part of the solution or part of the problem. There

is no neutral position. Nothing saddens me more than knowing this cancer exists in our ranks, and that victimized Airmen, on possibly the worst day of their lives, sometimes feel they cannot receive compassionate, capable support from our Air Force.”

The C-5 impresses

Aircraft mechanic John Taylor left his sweat and elbow grease on dozens of C-5 Galaxies for 23 years at Dover Air Force Base, Del. The Galaxy and its successor, the Super Galaxy, are among the largest U.S. military aircraft. Now retired, Taylor is deputy director of the Air Mobility Command Museum at Dover. Some of his “gee whiz” tidbits about the C-5 include: It can fly

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JBA Buzz

CPOS PINNED AT ANDREWS

How do you feel about the new cell phone and seat belt laws? “I think we need the cell phone law because people don’t pay attention when they’re driving. It hopefully make things a lot safer. Especially with the way teenagers text and drive.”

“As for the cell phone law, I think it’s a long time coming. The seat belt law covers what people should be following already. I’m totally for both of them to be in effect.”

Amie Williams

Tech. Sgt. Larry Russell 11th Security Forces Group Pathfinder NCO in Charge

U.S. NAVY PHOTO BY NAVAL AIR FACILITY WASHINGTON PUBLIC AFFAIRS/RELEASED

Chief Logistics Specialist Nataki Juett is presented her chief petty officer combination cover during a multi-command chief petty officer pinning ceremony held at Joint Base Andrews. The ceremony marked 28 Chief Petty Officers’ transitions as chiefs in the Navy.

SHUTDOWN, from page 1 wrote in the memo. “The administration strongly believes that a lapse in funding should not occur and is working with Congress to find a solution.” Congress still can prevent a lapse in appropriations, but “prudent management requires that we be prepared for all contingencies, including the possibility that a lapse could occur at the end of the month,” the deputy secretary wrote. The absence of funding would mean a number of government activities would cease. “While military personnel would continue in a normal duty status, a large number of our civilian employees would be temporarily furloughed,” Carter said. “To prepare for this possibility, we are updating our contingency plans for executing an orderly shutdown of activities that

would be affected by a lapse in appropriations.” President Barack Obama and Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel understand the hardships such a shutdown could cause civilian employees, the deputy secretary wrote. “The administration strongly believes that a lapse in funding should not occur and is working with Congress to find a solution,” Pentagon Press Secretary George Little told reporters today. “The secretary has made it clear that budget uncertainty is not helpful for us in executing our budget efficiently, and a shutdown would be the worst type of uncertainty. A shutdown would put severe hardships on an already stressed workforce, and is totally unnecessary.” Carter vowed to provide more information as it becomes available. The Office of Personnel Management’s website has more information.

Senior Airman Ibiann McKenzie 113th Wing fuel systems specialist

RETIREES, from page 2 eight school buses from Delaware to Turkey nonstop without refueling; it is six stories tall; counting wings, it is wider than the White House and its maximum weight is more than two Statues of Liberty. On their historic flight, the Wright brothers flew their airplane 120 feet. The cargo hold of the C-5 measures 23 feet longer than that.

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“I think the new cell phone law is good and they should have no tolerance for it. The reason being, all it takes is a second for you to get distracted and end up hurting someone and lose everything.”

DECCA store associate, Joint Base Andrews Commissary “I think it’s good. Me, personally, I don’t talk on the phone when I’m driving. I pull over on the side of the road.”

Senior Airman Brenda Ilarraza 779th Aerospace Medicine Squadron presidential support monitor

The Retiree Activities Office is open 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Friday. Visit the office in Building 1604 at California and Colorado Avenues or call us at 301-981-2726. Our e-mail address is rao@andrews.af.mil. Call the office before your visit to ensure a volunteer is on duty. The RAO has a website at www.andrews.af.mil; Under “Helpful Links” click on “Retirees Activity Office” for information on retiree subjects, including past copies of “Retiree Corner.”

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Andrews ofďŹ cer charged with sexual exploitation of a minor

JAZZ SAXOPHONIST PLAYS FOR JBA PATRONS

BY JAMIE ANFENSON-COMEAU THE PRINCE GEORGE’S GAZETTE

A member of the U.S. Air Force assigned to Joint Base Andrews was indicted Sept. 11 on six counts of sexually exploiting a minor to produce child pornography. According to the indictment and the criminal complaint, on Aug. 15, William S. GazaďŹ , 44, of Lusby, Md., allegedly engaged in an online chat with an undercover ofďŹ cer on a website the Federal Bureau of Investigation identiďŹ ed as advocating sexual acts with children. Using the handle “Bill_James,â€? GazaďŹ allegedly told the undercover agent that he had been drugging and molesting prepubescent girls and an infant, according to the complaint. During the chat, “Bill_Jamesâ€? sent the undercover agent seven images depicting child pornography and molestation, including three he claimed he created, according to the criminal complaint. The FBI identified “Bill_ Jamesâ€? as GazaďŹ based on Internet subscriber information obtained from Comcast through emergency subpoena, according to the complaint. A military

PHOTOS/BOBBY JONES

Joint Base Andrews patrons enjoy the smooth sounds of jazz saxophonist Wake Campbell Sept. 20 as he plays a selection from his new CD release inside the food court of the Base Exchange. Campbell, an accomplished saxophonist and producer, is a native Washingtonian. Campbell was invited to the Joint Base Andrews and Main Exchange Joint Base AnacostiaBolling, Washington, D.C. to promote his CD’s release. He contributes a portion of his proceeds back to the installation.

database check determined that GazaďŹ was active duty military in the U.S. Air Force, stationed at Andrews, according to the complaint. The FBI contacted the Air Force OfďŹ ce of Special Investigations, which identiďŹ ed GazaďŹ as a master sergeant working in communications and maintaining a security clearance, according to the criminal complaint. GazaďŹ was arrested Sept. 3. When GazaďŹ was arrested, he was allegedly in possession of digital media containing several more images of child pornography which he allegedly created, according to the indictment. If convicted, GazaďŹ could be sentenced to up to 30 years in prison and a lifetime of supervised release, according to a U.S. Department of Justice news release. U.S. Magistrate Judge William Connelly ordered GazaďŹ to be detained without bond, based on the evidence presented at his detention hearing, according to records. GazaďŹ â€™s public defenders did not immediately return calls or emails for comment. This story originally appeared in the Sept. 19, 2013 edition of The Prince George’s Gazette.

Medal shifts to Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal KCM recognized the signiďŹ cant contributions of U.S. military personnel in support of Operation Joint Guardian since 1999 as part of the NATO-led Kosovo Force. “The contributions of U.S. military personnel have been integral to ending open hostilities and to reducing ethnic tensions, allowing for the dramatic reduction of force levels over the past decade,â€? Wright noted.

BY AMAANI LYLE

AMERICAN FORCES PRESS SERVICE

The Defense Department has announced the transition of the Kosovo Campaign Medal to the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, effective Jan. 1, 2014. In a Sept. 19 memorandum, Acting Undersecretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness Jessica L. Wright stated that the

As smaller contingencies of U.S. forces continue to support Operation Joint Guardian and NATO headquarters in Sarajevo, the AFEM will accordingly recognize that support of operations in the Balkans, the memo states. The AFEM area of eligibility mirrors that of the KCM, Wright explained, with the addition of Bosnia-Herzegovina, Croa-

tia and Hungary. The eligible area also encompasses Serbian land and airspace including Vojvodina, Montenegro, Albania, Macedonia, and U.S. Naval vessels operating in the Adriatic Sea. The Department of Defense Manual 1348.33, Volume 2, “Manual of Military Decorations and Awardsâ€? contains speciďŹ c eligibility criteria.

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Flu vaccine is the best protection BY MAJ. HOWARD CRISP

779 MDG DIRECTOR OF IMMUNIZATION SERVICES

The flu vaccine is available immediately. The 779th Medical Group Immunization Services Clinic will have a flu vaccine drive for all DOD/TRICARE beneficiaries 9 years of age and older 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 1 and 2 at the Joint Base Andrews Theater. The flu vaccine is mandatory for all military members and must be received no later than Dec. 16, 2013. All active duty military members and eligible beneficiaries who miss the flu vaccine drive can receive their shots at the main immunization clinic; however, there may be longer wait times. Children empanelled to the pediatrics clinic may also receive their vaccine through the pediatrics clinic. Each year, seasonal flu epidemics occur throughout the United States. Every year five to 20 percent of the population is infected with the flu, causing an average of 226,000 hospitalizations and 36,000 deaths annually. Anyone can become ill from the flu virus, but particular groups are more vulnerable to the illness. Pregnant women and those younger than five or greater than 65 years old are at particularly high risk. Those with chronic heart, lung, kidney, liver, blood or metabolic diseases or a weakened immune system are also at high risk. The best method of protection against the flu is to receive the annual influenza vaccine. This vaccine is updated every year to best match the predicted circulating virus strains. The timing of flu activity is unpredictable and varies each flu season. Flu activity most commonly peaks in the U.S. during winter months, but flu illness can occur at any time. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has recommended that everyone older than six months of age protect themselves by receiving a flu vaccine as soon as it is available. New studies have also shown that the injectable flu vaccine is safe for most people with an egg allergy. If you or your child has an egg allergy, please inform the technician prior to receiving the vaccine, and you can be vaccinated in the main immunization clinic. Please take advantage of this opportunity to receive your flu vaccine now and protect yourself and your loved ones. For more information call the Flu Line at 240-857-7426 or contact the Allergy/Immunology and Immunizations Clinic at 240-857-7427.

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Navy Federal to cover direct deposit for active duty members BY MICHELE TOWNES

NAVY FEDERAL CREDIT UNION

Navy Federal Credit Union announced Sept. 24 its plans for supporting its members should Congress be unable to come to agreement on a continuing resolution and the government shuts down as of midnight, Sept. 30. “Our number one concern is our members and their families. That’s why we’re pledging to cover the direct deposits for our active duty members,” said Cutler Dawson, Navy Federal president and CEO. “By covering their 15 October pay, our active duty members will not see a difference in their direct deposit amount—as if there were no shutdown.” Dawson also noted that members should know that their Oct. direct deposit will be processed normally. In April 2011, the credit union committed to covering direct deposit for its active duty military members when the government threatened a shutdown. Unlike 2011, however, in which pay for civilian Department of Defense employees was guaranteed, the situation for them now is uncertain. Navy Federal already has a program in place for civilian employees affected by sequestration. This program features a specially priced line of credit, along with other forms of financial assistance. This remains in place for all affected federal government employee members in the event of a shutdown. More information on Navy Federal’s contingency programs can be found at navyfederal.org.

JBA Intramural Flag Football standings Scores and percentages are current as of Sept. 19.

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WIN % 100% 100% 100% 100% 67% 67% 50% 50% 33% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%

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Friday, September 27, 2013

PHOTOS BY BOBBY JONES

Young participants in the Salute to Play 60 Military Challenge pause for the national anthem before trying a variety of exercise drills under the coaching of celebrity trainers from the Washington Redskins.

Rachel K., a Washington Redskins cheerleader, poses for a photo with an NFL 60 Camp participant.

REDSKINS, from page 1 a girl here in a Cowboys shirt. Really? I mean...really?” Fullback Darrel Young spoke of his reasons for participating in the kick-off. “My brother has been enlisted for 15 years, and served five tours overseas in Afghanistan, so the military is special to me,” Young said. Quarterback Robert Griffin III clearly saw himself in the military children on the field, saying, “My Dad was active duty for 21 years, and my mom for 13, so I was a military brat,” to cheers from children, parents and leadership from the region’s military installations. “And we’re gonna get that win for y’all against Oakland!” With the Redskins record this season a lackluster 0 and 3, Executive Director and General Manager Bruce Allen said that the “Salute to Play 60 Military Challenge” kick-off benefits more than just the young people who will be pushing themselves physically for the next four weeks. “This is great for our players. We needed something fun. It’s better than standing around pouting and moping,” Allen said. “I think we have some great ideas. Beyond winning football games--which we haven’t done--our goal and our job is to inspire the kids, and we will do it.” Tanya Snyder, wife of Redskins owner Daniel M. Snyder, presented donations from the Washington Redskins Charitable Foundation to contribute to funding youth programs for the Army, Navy, Air Force and Marines in the region. Each branch of service received a donation of $5,000. “The donation is for the services (as a whole), but hopefully since we’re the only Air Force base in the region that money will come back to Joint Base Andrews,” said Eure. 11th Wing Commander Col. Bill Knight praised the Redskins for their service to the community. “The Redskins are very good to us. We’re glad they’re here. Wouldn’t have it any other way,” said Knight, who went on

Washington Redskin’s players put their hands over the hearts to the playing of colors on Joint Base Andrews.

PHOTO/CHRIS BASHAM

Redskins Executive Vice President and General Manager Bruce Allen, left, tells 11th Wing Commander Col. Bill Knight and wife Susan Knight that the Redskins players are happy to come out to salute military families and inspire young children to lead healthy, active lives.

to explain that as parents he and his wife have “always required some kind of physical activity in their lives,” such as participating on a sports team or studying dance. Military children, he explained, often rely on more structured sports programs and physical education classes because, with frequent moves, they are not always sure to be living in an area with a large group of playmates nearby. “Sometimes they live in a neighborhood where there’s lots of play, and sometimes they live in a neighborhood where there aren’t any kids,” Kinght said. For the Redskins, it was a day to give back to families who serve. “Our players, when they were your age, dedicated themselves to training and going to school. You look at them as heroes,” said Allen. “Our players look at your parents as heroes, for serving our country.” To see some short video clips from the “Salute to Play 60 Military Challenge Kick-Off,” visit www.dcmilitary.com.

Darryl Tapp, Washington Redskins line backer, cheers a young girl to do her best during obstacle course run. Alfred Morris, Washington Redskins running back, observes as a young participant navigates through an obstacle course.

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459TH ARW LIBERATORS RETURN HOME FROM DEPLOYMENT

One of three squadron KC-135 Stratotankers arrives at Joint Base Andrews.

Left: Aircrew members from the 459th Air Refueling Wing prepare to set the tire chocks in front of the arriving squadron KC-135 Stratotanker. Below: Squadron members load luggage into a flatbed truck, before joining their waiting families.

Capt. Stephen Akins, 459th Air Refueling Wing pilot, is greeted by his family upon his return from an overseas deployment.

Maj. Dave Williams, 756th Air Refueling Squadron pilot and the squadron mascot, Duck Dynasty’s Silas Merritt “Si” Robertson, welcome fellow squadron members back after a four-month deployment to Southwest Asia.

JBA Airmen carry on POW/MIA remembrance BY AIRMAN 1ST CLASS NESHA HUMES

11TH WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

Commemorating the 33rd anniversary of National POW/MIA Recognition Day, members of the Air Force Sergeants Association’s Chapter 102 hosted a 24-hour POW/ MIA Vigil Run on Sept. 19, and a POW/ MIA Remembrance Ceremony on Sept. 20. More than 120 Department of Defense members had the opportunity to carry the POW/MIA Flag around the Virginia track for its journey. The POW/MIA Remembrance Ceremony in Suitland-Silver Hill, Md., marked the end of the vigil run and the final destination for the POW/MIA Flag. Master Sgt. Eric Hall, 779th Dental Squadron dental laboratory flight chief, took the lead in organizing the run. Hall said his personal motivation was his wife’s great grandfather, who was declared missing in action during World War I. “Everybody has really embraced it, to have so many people want to drop what they’re doing and [to] come out and honor [the prisoners of war or those missing in action],” said Hall. The only rule during the vigil run was the flag must remain in motion while on the track. It was held high by the various squadrons, couples, families and friends that participated.

At the conclusion of the vigil run, member of the Chapter 20 Green Knights Military Motorcycle Club drove the flag to the remembrance ceremony where Retired Col. Norman A. McDaniel was the guest speaker. In 1966, McDaniel, a former Air Force electronic warfare officer, was shot down over North Vietnam and captured as a POW. In 1973, McDaniel was released from captivity and returned home to American soil. McDaniel thanked the Airmen for all they do, and challenged those in attendance to continue to remember those that have paid the ultimate sacrifice for freedom. Throughout his speech, McDaniel hit on themes of keeping one’s faith through adversity and avoiding future mistakes by learning from the past. “Let me tell you, some of the deprivations, some of the trials, and some of the torture and harassment that I suffered in the Vietnam prison camps and that some of my prisoners experienced go way beyond what Norman McDaniel feels he could have endured on his own,” said McDaniel. “It was just by the grace of God, his strength that gave me strength to take just a little more torture; to hang in there just a little bit longer; to continue to resist the enemy; to stand up for my nation and my fellow prisoner.”

U.S. AIR FORCE PHOTO/AIRMAN 1ST CLASS NESHA HUMES

Members of the POW/MIA Vigil Run carry the flag on Joint Base Andrews, Md., Sept. 19, 2013. The flag was to remain constantly in motion during the 24 hour vigil run. National POW/MIA Remembrance Day is observed across the nation on the third Friday of September each year in honor of those who were prisoners of war and those who are still missing in action.

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Friday, September 27, 2013

AF Honor Guard mission captured in video BY MASTER SGT. RYAN CARSON MAX IMPACT

Max Impact, the premier rock band of The United States Air Force Band, debuted their latest music video project “Stand” Sept. 16 at the Air Force Association’s Air and Space Technology Conference 2013. The original song, written by Airmen musicians Senior Master Sgt. Matthew Ascione and Tech. Sgt. Matt Geist, highlights the mission and dedication to duty of the United States Air Force Honor Guard. Drawing inspiration from the honor guard charge, he crafted lyrics and a driving soundtrack to help capture the mission and culture. The musical intensity parallels the energy displayed by the Air Force Honor Guardsman on every mission. The video features all of the sections of the Air Force Honor Guard doing what they do best-

-their mission with excellence. It was shot on location throughout the Washington D.C. area, with assistance from Air Force Television, the 1st Helicopter Squadron from Joint Base Andrews and the Band’s producer, Senior Master Sgt. Jebodiah Eaton. “Completion of this project under such austere times was made possible by the familial relationships of the professionals of multiple Air Force agencies. I owe a huge thank you to Ms. Erin Roberts and her amazing staff at AFTV. Col. Larry Riddick and the 811th Operations staff on Joint Base Andrews made the aerial footage possible,” Eaton said. “Stand” follows the resounding success of the previous original song and music video, “Send Me,” written for Air Force Special Tactics. The video is available to view or download for free from The U.S. Air Force Band’s website at www. usafband.af.mil.

U.S. AIR FORCE PHOTO/SENIOR MASTER SGT. ROBERT KAMHOLZ

Members of Max Impact on location at a video shoot of their new song, “Stand.”

Forum focuses on family BY SENIOR AIRMAN TABITHA N. HAYNES

AIR FORCE DISTRICT OF WASHINGTON PUBLIC AFFAIRS

U.S. AIR FORCE PHOTO/MICHAEL J. PAUSIC

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Mark A. Welsh III, (left to right) his wife Betty, Athena Cody and Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force James A. Cody pose for a photo at the Air Force Association’s 2013 Air & Space Conference and Technology Exposition Sept.16, 2013, in Washington D.C. Betty and Athena addressed Spouse and Family Forum attendees concerning unique issues facing military spouses and family members such as multiple deployments, child care and education.

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In remarks and an interactive session during the Air Force Association’s Spouse and Family Forum here today, spouses of Air Force senior leaders championed the service’s focus on families and support. Betty Welsh and Athena Cody, spouses of Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Mark A. Welsh III and Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force James A. Cody, shared their personal experiences with 2013 Air & Space Conference and Technology Exposition attendees during the forum which featured discussions covering varied topics relevant to the total Air Force family. “I hope you realize it is the friendships, the support, and the

sense of contributing to something important knowing you and your spouse are serving our nation,” Welsh said of military families’ advantages. “I hope you feel like I do - that it is the joys of this lifestyle that we live and not the difficulties that form our rewards.” Welsh spoke candidly about her experiences having three boys, one girl, and grandchildren amid many deployments, moves, assignments, expenses and schools. “John is a great story of resiliency,” Welsh recounted of her second son, a 2003 Air Force Academy graduate. Welsh said her son began was diagnosed with Lemierre’s syndrome, which caused him to become medically grounded from flying and discharged from the Air Force.

“While I was still crying over his dreams being crushed, John called up one day,” Welsh said. “He said, ‘Mom, I have always wanted to be a doctor’ and I had to make sure I was talking to my son on the phone.” John has since begun his orthopedic residency at Texas A&M University. Welsh remembered the support spouses received, even during her husband’s deployment in support of Desert Storm in 1992. Spouses, she said, had help with counseling, support groups, job assistance, and even pet care. “I am not a licensed counselor or a therapist, but I am very passionate about helping military spouses,” Welsh said. “If it could happen when our spouses were gone it did. And we handled it all.”

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STATUE, from page 1 president of TransAfrica and The Hon. Baleka Mbete, chairman of the African National Congress. “Today we will unveil the statue of Nelson Mandela. We do so in the shadow of a newly renovated Embassy of the Republic of South Africa,” said Maite NkoanaMashabane, South African Minister of International Relations and Cooperation. “This statue will stand forever as humanity’s collective salute to Mandela’s generation and others from around the globe. May this day, and this gesture of honoring Dr. Nelson Mandela, a great human being and global icon for peace, remind us to continue to individually and collectively seek and celebrate the good in human beings and support those who are weaker than us.” “It is compelling and appropriate that on this very spot where our campaign began, where thousands of Americans were arrested protesting against apartheid and all of its associated social crimes, that a statue of Nelson Mandela, the man who inspired the global community to action, will stand,” said Randall Robinson, former TransAfrica president. Robinson and Delegate Eleanor Norton Holmes were arrested at the embassy nearly three decades ago. That began the daily protests at the South African Embassy. Other members of the Congressional Black Caucus were present at the ceremony as well. Rep. Maxine Waters, spoke about her personal experiences during the anti-apartheid movement. “We didn’t want to be released,” Waters said during the ceremony, reflecting on her arrest during demonstrations in California. “We wanted to be jailed like Nelson Mandela. We wanted to show courage.” Zindzi Mandela addressed concerns about the current health of her 95-year-old father, who is currently hospitalized for lung infections. “This man is a fighter. He is not going anywhere soon. He is determined to be with us,” said Zindzi Mandela, the leader’s youngest daughter. “As you can see with his fist raised up,” said Zindzi Mandela, referring to the arm of her father’s statue protruding out of the top of the South African flag, “Let us not forget to celebrate in his sunset years that we are bringing those values alive as we strive to become better people.” International leaders and activists, many of whom were involved in the antiapartheid movement, unveiled the new statue. The crowd in the courtyard and pass-

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The raised fist of former South African President Nelson Mandela protrudes through a colorful cloak. Occasional bursts of wind threatened to unveil the statue during the ceremony.

Above: International dignitaries, congress members and distinguished guests unveil a 9-foot, half-ton statue of Nelson Mandela.

South African uniformed service members render a salute during the South African national anthem.

ersby erupted into cheers as the 9-foot statue came into view. Created by Cape Town sculptor Jean Doyle, the figure is modeled from photographs of the South African statesman emerging triumphantly to freedom on Feb. 11, 1990, after 27 years of incarceration.

South African Ambassador Ebrahim Rasool gives the welcoming speech to international dignitaries and congressional guests.

Zindzi Mandela, Mandela’s youngest daughter, addresses the concerns of the public about her father’s current health.

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Commander discusses future of Air Force Reserve

CAPTION THIS

BY COL. BOB THOMPSON AIR FORCE RESERVE COMMAND PUBLIC AFFAIRS

Send your silly captions for this week’s photo to cbasham@dcmilitary.com. The funniest ones will be used in a future edition of The Andrews Gazette.

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WASHINGTON (AFNS) -Discussing the future of the Air Force, senior military and industry leaders gathered at the Air Force Association’s 2013 Air and Space Conference and Technology Exposition Sept. 16-18 at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center at National Harbor, Md. More than 5,000 U.S. and allied-nation Airmen along with corporate and media representatives attended the annual event to discuss challenges and financial austerity facing the Air Force and aerospace community. “The most important thing we have is our Airmen,” said Lt. Gen. James F. Jackson, chief of Air Force Reserve at the Pentagon and commander of Air

Force Reserve Command at Robins Air Force Base, Ga. “Our Reserve Component programs retain the Air Force’s investment,” said Jackson. “Retaining ‘Airmen for Life’ saves recruiting, training and education dollars.” As senior leaders make structure and budgetary decisions, they will be adjusting the active component and reserve component mix. The Air Force Reserve is part of every Air Force core mission. However, the future roles and missions of the Reserve Component will be a key part of leveraging the cost advantages while keeping the right balance of Air Force capability and capacity. “The biggest challenge to Air Force Reserve is funding and how we keep ‘Tier One’ ready,” said Jackson

during a conference breakout session. “Tier One” means being ready now. Currently, Air Force reservists train to same standards as regular component Airmen and prepare to deploy in 72 hours or less. “We need to figure out which missions are best suited for the Air Force Reserve,” said Jackson. “We need to do what’s best for the Air Force. Take mission sets and put them into the component that can make the best use of them. Mission and functional areas also need to be big enough for a force development pyramid so our Airmen can clearly see their path to success.” In many cases, the Reserve Component reduces life-cycle costs to the Air Force by recruiting and retaining reservists who have leading-edge, high-tech skills that they use in their civilian jobs. These reservists bring valuable insight and innovation to military programs. “Citizen Airmen want to serve,” Jackson said. “They want to put their combattested operational experience to use.” “Together, we provide Global Vigilance, Global Reach and Global Power better than anyone else,” Jackson said. “Three components are what the Air Force needs to get the most capability and capacity out of it. Three components actually helped to mitigate some of sequestration’s effects.” In 2014, Congressional leaders will review Air Force structure and budget plans for fiscal year 2015. Updated, enterprise-wide actions will make the Reserve Component Airmen more accessible to planners who wish to capitalize on the strengths of each component. “When the Air Force fills combatant commander requirements, every single one of our Airmen should be in that planning,” Jackson said. “We are now using all of the Total Force and that is a good thing. “We are a combat-ready force with operational capability, strategic depth and surge capacity,” he said. “We’re going to keep on doing what we’ve been doing - providing combat-ready Airmen.”

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