Pentagram 021915

Vol. 62, No. 7 February 19, 2015

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Fort Myer men, women again rule Capital Classic

A repeat is sweet, but a double repeat is sweeter

By Jim Dresbach Pentagram Staff Writer

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RACHEL LARUE

Christopher Way from the Fort Myer Generals goes up for a basket during the championship game of the Capital Classic Basketball Tournament in the Fort Myer Fitness Center on the Fort Myer portion of Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall Feb. 16. The Generals won the holiday weekend tournament.

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Former TOG Soldier awarded Tomb badge

Nearly 56 years after serving as a Tomb sentinel, Philadelphia resident presented badge by Old Guard commander

By Staff Sgt. Luisito Brooks 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) Only 630 Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Guard Identification Badge s h ave ever been awarded since its creation in 1958, second only to a badge awarded to U.S. service members who become astronauts.

During a private ceremony surrounded by his family and close friends, 77-year-old, John Francis Curtis Jr., former tomb sentinel, is now a badge holder for his honorable service to the U.S. Army at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Col. Johnny Davis, commander,

3 d U. S. I n f a nt r y Regiment (The Old Guard), presented the badge at Curtis’ residence Feb. 11.

“What a pleasure it was for me to travel from Fort Myer, Va., to take part in a special ceremony,” sa id Davis. “The duty of serving at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier is a very special assignment that only a select few in our nation’s Army get a chance to do, and Mr. Curtis did that.”

Curtis served at The Old Guard from Aug. 7, 1958 until Aug. 7, 1959.

It was during his service w it h t he reg iment that he volunteered to guard the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

see BADGE, page 4

Back at Brucker

Holtan to be welcomed as TUSAB leader Feb. 22

By Jim Dresbach Pentagram Staff Writer When Col. Timothy J. Holtan assumed command of The United State Army Band “Pershing’s Own” in December, media reports and social media posts highlighted the fact that he is the firstever Army officer to hold command of TUSAB, The U.S. Army Field Band and West Point’s United States Military Academy Band.

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RACHEL LARUE

Danelle Tate from the Fort Myer Lady Generals basketball team drives down the court during the title game against Fort Knox during the Capital Classic Basketball Tournament in the Fort Myer Fitness Center on the Fort Myer portion of Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall Feb. 16. The Lady Generals won the holiday weekend tournament. For more photos from this event, visit Flickr.com/photos/jbm-hh.

Editor’s note: At press time, the Pentagram learned that Mr. Curtis passed away in his home in Philadelphia Feb. 16.

Our sympathies are with his family and friends.

Col. Johnny Davis, commander, 3d U.S. Infantry regiment (The Old Guard), speaks with John Francis Curtis Jr., 77, after awarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Guard Identification Badge for his year of honorable service from August 1958 to August 1959 as a tomb sentinel. Davis presented the badge and a certificate during a ceremony in Curtis’ Philadelphia home, Feb. 11.

The Fort Myer men’s and women’s basketball teams withstood the best from the country’s military base basketball teams to defend their Capital Classic titles.

This recent Washington’s Birthday weekend tournament based at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall’s Fort Myer Fitness Center, Cpl. Terry L. Smith Gymnasium and the Fort McNair Fitness Center saw the Myer men outlast Fort Bragg, 95-92. The Myer women claimed their second-straight title with a 77-71 victory against Fort Knox on Feb. 16.

With JBM-HH Commander Col. Mike Henderson and Command Sgt. Maj. Randall E. Woods sitting at center court, both Fort Myer teams fell behind in their respective championship game only to rally

see CLASSIC, page 4

News Notes African-American History Month gospel service

The Memorial Chapel Gospel Service will host an African-American History Month celebration and gospel service Feb. 21 at 1 p.m. in Memorial Chapel on the Fort Myer portion of JBM-HH. This year’s keynote speaker is Bishop Glen A. Staples, senior pastor for the Temple of Praise in Washington, D.C. The theme for this event is “Our Legacy: The Church and the Community.” Other attendees include Ebony N. McMorris, the news and community affairs director for Radio One; gospel recording artist Phillip Carter; the Largo High School Choir; as well as this year’s recipients of the Keeper of the Community Awards. For more information, contact Edgar Brookins at 202-320-0939 or edgarb@afro.com.

Engineers Week at the Pentagon Feb. 26

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O n Feb. 22 at T USA B’s 93rd Anniversary Concert, Holtan will be welcomed as the new leader and conductor of The U.S. Army Band. Now into his second full month as the commander inside Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall’s Brucker Hall, he downplays the Army leadership trifecta held by nobody except himself.

“I don’t make a big deal out of it,” Holtan said of his unique leadership assignments. “Circumstance afforded me the opportunity to serve in all three of these great organizations. And I think I am today who I am based on the experiences of those things that I’ve done. It is unusual in the Army to be in continual command as long as I have been since June of 2005…I’m pleased to have had the opportunity to work with all three groups, but I still put my pants on the same [way] in the morning.”

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STAFF SGT. LUISITO BROOKS

Above average in height at just over sixfeet, two-inches tall, the former basketball player holds no special allegiance to a professional or a college basketball team, yet he just “loves a good game.” Holtan would much rather listen to National Public Radio than execute a musical play list.

When he does listen to music, it is for work – to listen, research and prepare elements of his band for the high level of excellence expected by TUSAB’s followers.

The native of Bismarck, N.D., is not a stranger to the 11 concert and ceremonial elements of the band. For 22 months during the 1990s, he simultaneously directed both the Army Chorale, the predecessor to today’s “Downrange,” and the ceremonial band. In his last year, he was in charge of The Army Chorus.

During his initial weeks back at Brucker,

see TUSAB, page 4

The 10th Annual Engineers Week event will take place Feb. 26 in the Pentagon Auditorium from 9 to 11:30 a.m. at the Pentagon. The event, which is open to all Department of Defense employees and service members in the National Capital Region, is themed “Engineering New Horizons,” and will feature guest speaker Alfred Grasso, president and CEO of The MITRE Corporation. For more information, contact Dr. Sri Susarla at Sridhar.susarla.civ@mail.mil or call 703-692-5601.

Commander’s Race Series: Shamrock Shuffle and AER kick-off

The 2015 JBM-HH Commanders Race Series begins the season March 13 with the Shamrock Shuffle and Army Emergency Relief kick-off 5K Run and 1-Mile Walk, in partnership with the Military District of Washington Sergeant Audie Murphy Club.

The race begins at 6:45 a.m. at the

see NEWS NOTES, page 2

Index

This week in history . . . . . . . . . . page 2 Throwback Thursday. . . . . . . . . . page 2 News Notes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 2 Community . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 3 Enlistment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 6 Cap Classic highlights . . . . . . . . page 7 SFL-TAP seminars, workshops . . . . page 8

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Rifles and bayonets

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SPC. CODY W. TORKELSON

NBC Washington weekend anchor Angie Goff records a segment for a news story about the U.S. Army Drill Team, part of the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment “The Old Guard,” at Conmy Hall on the Fort Myer portion of Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, Feb. 11. The U.S. Army Drill Team is a precision drill platoon that showcases the U.S. Army both nationally and internationally through drill routines with bayonet-tipped 1903 Springfield rifles.

JBM-HH throwback Thursday

This week in military history

#JBMHHTBT

Compiled by Jim Goodwin Editor, Pentagram

Feb. 19

Congress passes the New Freedman’s Bureau bill, providing for military trials for people accused of depriving AfricanAmericans of their civil rights.

Feb. 20

Marine Corps Lt. Col. John Glenn becomes the first American to orbit Earth.

Feb. 21

The Washington Monument, built in honor of America’s Revolutionary War hero and first president, is dedicated in Washington, D.C.

Feb. 22

Gen. William Westmoreland, commander of Military Assistance Command-Vietnam, cables Washington, D.C., to request that two battalions of U.S. Marines be sent to protect the U.S. airbase at Da Nang.

Feb. 23

Four days after the initial landings on Iwo Jima, 1st Lt. Harold G. Schrier led 40 men from Company E, 2nd Battalion, 28th Marines, up Mount Suribachi to secure the crest and raise the American flag that Battalion Commander Lt. Col. Chandler Johnson gave Schrier. Within an hour, the patrol reached the rim of the crater. After a short fire-fight with Japanese defenders, the small American flag was attached to an iron pipe and raised over the island.

1866: 1962: 1885: 1965: 1945: PHOTO

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RACHEL LARUE

Then and now: The black and white photograph from the Library of Congress’ Prints and Photographs collection is titled, “Hodges, John. Infant. On donkey at Washington Barracks.” According to the information provided by the Library of Congress, the photograph was taken in 1915 by Harris and Ewing on what was then called Washington Barracks, which is now known as the Fort McNair portion of Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall. The color photograph was taken in a similar spot Feb. 13, around a century later.

NEWS NOTES from page 1

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OFFICIAL MARINE CORPS

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Feb. 24

1991:

Coalition forces began a ground assault on Iraqi defenses in the final chapter of Operation Desert Storm. The 1st and 2nd Marine Divisions stormed into the Iraqi defenses while heavily armored allied forces attacked Iraqi defenses from behind.

In 100 hours, U.S. and allied forces defeated the Iraqi Army.

Feb. 25

Launch of the USS Ranger, the first U.S. ship designed as an aircraft carrier before the keel was laid.

1933:

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Zembiec Pool hosts inaugural Presidents Day cardboard boat regatta

By Julia LeDoux Pentagram Staff Writer Laughter, applause and shouts of “stroke, stroke, stroke” filled the air Feb. 13 at the Maj. Douglas A. Zembiec Pool on the Henderson Hall portion of Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall as the Single Marine Program held its first Presidents Day cardboard boat regatta.

“We’re going to make this an annual event,” said SMP coordinator Marissa Johnson.

The event was open to all active duty and reserve personnel on JBM-HH. Four teams – the S-4 Vikings, Supply, Company Power and Marine Corps Absentee Collection Unit – took up the challenge to see who could build the most pool worthy boat using cardboard, duct tape, a little

elbow grease and ingenuity.

The S-4 Vikings, composed of a group of Headquarters and Service Battalion, Headquarters Marine Corps, Henderson Hall motor transport Marines, spiffed up their winning entry by placing a large sticker with an eagle, globe and anchor on the bottom of the boat. On the rear was a sticker with a skull on it.

The teams proved the pool worthiness of their crafts by selecting one member to pilot their ship from one end of the pool to the other, a journey of 25 yards.

“We had all the different materials we needed,” said Lance Cpl. Anita Heath of the S-4 Vikings with a laugh. “It stayed together.”

In the front of the boat, the Vikings even managed to attach

see REGATTA, page 6

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TUSAB concert celebrates African-American History Month

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T he Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall community celebrated African-American History Month Feb. 12 with a concert courtesy of The U.S. Army Band “Pershing’s Own” in Brucker Hall on the Fort Myer portion of the joint base.

The U.S. Army Blues played a selection of rollicking jazz cuts in a tribute to William “Count” Basie,

an American jazz pianist, band-leader and composer.

JBM-HH Commander Col. Mike Henderson kicked off the 2015 AfricanAmerican History Month observance. This year’s theme is “A Celebration of Black Life, History and Culture.”

During his remarks, Hender son said t hat African-American History Month was the idea of Carter G. Woodson, an African-American author, historian and journalist, as well as the founder of the Association for the Study

RACHEL LARUE

A salute and early Valentine’s for veterans

RACHEL LARUE

Master Sgt. Caleb Green performs with The U.S. Army Blues during their tribute to Count Basie Feb. 12, in Brucker Hall on the Fort Myer portion of Joint Base MyerHenderson Hall as a celebration of African-American History Month. Green will retire after 30 years of service in the Army.

By Guv Callahan Pentagram Staff Writer

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Marines from the Headquarters and Service Battalion, Headquarters Marine Corps, Henderson Hall, and other spectators take part in the Presidents Day Cardboard Boat Regatta in Maj. Douglas A. Zembiec Pool on the Henderson Hall portion of Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall Feb. 13. First place winner was the S-4 Vikings. For more photos from this event, visit Flickr.com/photos/jbm-hh.

of African-American Life and History.

“Woodson wanted to change the world’s perception of African-Americans and recognize their contributions to American society and culture,” Henderson said. “It was his efforts and those of other champions who broke down daunting barriers, allowing AfricanAmericans to participate as American citizens and have their stories told. Their profound impact continues throughout history in edu-

see HISTORY, page 6

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BY JULIA

LEDOUX

Marines from Headquarters and Service Battalion, Headquarters Marine Corps, Henderson Hall were among the volunteers who distributed heart-shaped balloons to residents and patients at the Veterans Administration medical center in Washington, D.C., Feb. 11.

By Julia LeDoux Pentagram Staff Writer Valentine’s Day came early to the Washington Veterans Administration Medical Center as Marines from Headquarters and Service Battalion, Headquarters Marine Corps Henderson Hall spent a portion of Feb. 11 distributing heart-shaped red balloons to patients and residents of the facility.

Lance Cpl. Anita Hughes, of Motor Transport, was among the Marines who volunteered for the event. The smile rarely left her face as she handed out balloons and listened to the veterans’ stories.

“This is a way to give back to them,” she said.

But the veterans were as eager to hear about the experiences of today’s service members as they were to share their own stories. One Korean War veteran recalled his experience overseas and the response to a question he “popped” when he returned home.

“I asked my wife to become my wife,” he said with a smile. “She said yes. That made everything worth it.”

Denyse Gordon, Ms. Veteran America Emeritus, was also on hand.

“It’s always a blessing to visit the men

see SALUTE, page 5

The United States Army Band calender of events Feb. 22 3 p.m.

The U.S. Army Band will perform its 93rd Anniversary Concert and Meet the New Commander: Col. Timothy J. Holtan at Conmy Hall on the Fort Myer portion of JBM-HH.

Feb. 24 7:30 p.m.

Sgt. 1st Class Raffi Kasparian will present a farewell concert marking the end of his 21-year career as a pianist with The U.S. Army Chorus at Fort Myer’s Brucker Hall. The concert will also feature solo piano works as well as lighter vocal and piano selections featuring members of The U.S. Army Chorus.

Feb. 25 7:15 p.m.

The U.S. Army Chorus will perform the Celebrate Youth Cathedral Choral Society Concert at Washington National Cathedral in Washington, D.C.

Feb. 26 7:30 p.m.

The U.S. Army Voices will perform a program of songs from Broadway musicals, including songs from “Into the Woods,” “Wicked,” “Oklahoma,” “West Side Story” and more. The performance will include full-ensemble numbers, solos, duets and trios.

Mar. 1 3 p.m.

The U.S. Army Blues will perform a concert of music composed and arranged by members of the Blues at Brucker Hall on the Fort Myer portion of JBM-HH.

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Performances are free and open to the public, unless otherwise noted.

All outdoor concerts are subject to cancellation or location change due to weather considerations.

Please call 703-696-3399 for upto-date information on concert cancellations or location changes.

For additional details and a full calendar of performances, visit www.usarmyband.com/eventcalendar.html.

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for the championships.

“I will admit though, the commander and I were sitting on the edges of our seats because the Fort Bragg male team and the Fort Knox female team put up quite a fight and didn’t make it easy for the JBM-HH teams,” Woods told the Pentagram.

“For both the JBM-HH male and female teams to win their tournament is a remarkable feat and the community and this command is proud of the coaches and players.”

In the female title game, Keyhana Wakefield scored 15 points and dished out key, come-back assists as the Myer ladies took the title game lead for good at 73-71 with one minute and 50 seconds to play.

For the Myer men’s championship scoring, eventual tournament most valuable player Reginald Hawkins scored 21 points while David Graham added 20 and Kevin Clark downed 19.

“It was a great win; Fort Bragg always plays us tough, and we had to overcome losing a 15-point lead and then being down by 10, but that made the win sweeter,” said Generals Assistant Coach Bryant Hairston.

“Basketball is a game of runs, and when you got two great teams playing, it’s about who makes the least amount of mistakes, executed the best at the end and who can withstand and overcome the runs.”

Generals who were named to the all-tournament team were Graham, David D. Lee and Zach Kelsh.

See page 7 for a recap. For more photos from this event, visit Flickr. com/photos/jbm-hh.

the thrift shop, or mailed to the following address: Scholarship Committee, FMTS-AOWCGWA, P.O. Box 1112, Fort Myer, Va. 22211. For more information, call 703-527-0664.

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BADGE

from page 1 in Arlington National Cemeter y. The Tomb receives between four to five million visitors annually, including dignitaries and foreign heads of state.

He was retroactively awarded the badge because before 1959 it was issued only as a temporary wear item, which meant when Curtis left The Old Guard, he could not take the badge he was originally issued with him at the end of his duty.

Back then, Soldiers could wear the badge during their tenure as a Tomb Guard; however, upon completing their duty with the regiment, the badge was returned and reissued to incoming Soldiers.

I n 19 6 3 , A r m y Reg ulation 600 - 8 -22 allowed the badge to be worn as a permanent part of the military uniform, even after Soldiers have completed their duty at the Tomb of the Unknowns.

It is the solemn responsibility of the Tomb Guard to honor and guard the Tomb 24 hours a day, seven days a week and 365 days a year.

Day and night, through summer heat and winter

PHOTO BY SGT. 1ST CLASS CHRIS BRANAGAN

Commander of The U.S. Army Band “Pershing’s Own” Col. Timothy J. Holtan.

TUSAB

from page 1 one part of his job was to reacquaint himself with senior band members who he knew 16 years ago and meet the latest edition of the Soldier/musicians.

“I’m starting to work through meeting with separate elements just to talk with them a little bit and answer questions they may have,” he said. “They are always curious to see

Fort Myer Thrift Shop/AOWCGWA community grants

In a community partnership, the Fort Myer Thrift Shop and the Army Officers’ Wives’ Club of the Greater Washington Area offer community grants to organizations that provide services and/ or support to military organizations, personnel and families. Requests are accepted from 501(c) organizations with services in the area. Additional information and applications are available online at www.fortmyerthriftshop.org or www.aowcgwa.org under “scholarships and community grants.” The deadline for community grant applications is April 16. Applications can be dropped off at the thrift shop, or mailed to the following address: Community Grants Committee, FMTS-AOWCGWA, P.O. Box 1112, Fort Myer, Va. 22211. For more information, call 703-5270664.

Exceptional Family Member Program coffee group

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RACHEL LARUE

TOP - Players from the Fort Myer Generals react to the final game of the Capital Classic Basketball Tournament against Fort Bragg in the Fort Myer Fitness Center on the Fort Myer portion of Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall Feb. 16. The Generals won the holiday weekend tournament. BELOWWomen from the Fort Myer Generals basketball team pose for a photograph with Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall Commander Col. Mike Henderson, center left, and JBM-HH Command Sgt. Maj. Randall E. Woods, center right, Feb. 16, in the Fort Myer Fitness Center on the Fort Myer portion of Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall. The Lady Generals won the women’s portion of the Capital Classic Basketball Tournament on JBM-HH Feb. 13-16. For more photos from this event, visit Flickr.com/photos/jbm-hh.

storms, the guards watch the Tomb without pause.

For Curtis, that time came 56 years after he completed his last walk, rifle in hand, at the Tomb.

Curtis’ family initiated the process of helping him obtain a badge after the regulation change permitted him to wear it permanently.

That happened only after Curtis, who had moved on in life to become a successful architect after his stint in the Army, was properly identified as a bona fide former Tomb sentinel.

“What a great patriotic American family,” said Davis. “This is such a special day, and I am glad to share this day with you.”

Sgt. Patrick Leamy, who currently serves as a Tomb sentinel and attended the ceremony, said much has changed at the Tomb since Curtis served, but noted that one common characteristic of all Tomb sentinels, regardless of generation, is their total dedication to the Unknowns.

“It’s not about us when we are out there walking the mat,” said Leamy. “The only thing that matters is the Unknowns whom we guard every day and night.”

He added t hat a l l Tomb sentinels share that same feeling. if there’s going to be a new direction for them in terms of their mission focus, but so much of what we do is ceremonial support. As the former ceremonial officer here in the 1990s, that is pretty familiar. That part has come back pretty quickly. There have been some evolutions and some subtle changes in how ceremonies are done, but it is still very comfortable [for me].”

Dur ing t he Feb. 22 Conmy Hall concert, the audience can look forward to listening to a wide array of musical selections, but Holtan promised the start of the concert will be an attention grabber.

“We will start with an original arrangement called ‘Fantasy on Army Strong’ that will take a familiar theme and weave it into a larger piece of work,” Holtan said. “The Herald Trumpets come out with a wonderful fanfare, the ceremonial band will march into the aisles for the National Anthem, and so it starts with a whole lot of people

The JBM-HH and Fort Belvoir Exceptional Family Member Programs host a support group over coffee for DoD ID card holders who are parents or service providers of children with special needs. The event takes place on the second Friday of every month, with the next meeting scheduled for March 13, from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at the Fort Belvoir Starbucks, 5986 12th Street, Fort Belvoir, Va. 22060. Children are welcome to attend, and the first cup of coffee will be provided. For more information, call 703-6968467 or 703-805-4418.

Transitioning from high school to post-secondary education

The JBM-HH and Fort Belvoir Exceptional Family Member Programs are hosting an informational session on post-secondary education opportunities for students with disabilities March 12 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Fort Belvoir’s Army Community Service, 9800 Belvoir Road, Bldg. 200. Lunch will be served, and the guest speaker will be Alison Grimes, M. Ed., assistant director, Disability Resources for the University of Mary Washington. The event is open to all DoD ID card holders who are parents or service providers to children with special needs.

To register or for more information, call 703-6968467/0783 or 703-805-4418 by March 10.

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Leamy went on to say that meeting Curtis and being a part of the ceremony was a great experience.

“It was an honor to

see BADGE, page 6 involved. After that, we just sort of tour through all the ensembles.”

Holtan has personally selected American composer/conductor Joh n Williams’ piece from PBS’ An American Journey series to be on the concert roster, and he revealed one of his favorite parts of any military musical performance occurs near the conclusion of the program in the performing of the Armed Forces Salute.

“Whenever we play music in a community-engagement manner, there are three underlying goals: To inspire the audience, to enter tain the audience and in some cases, to educate the audience,” said Holtan. “When we get to the Armed Forces medley, I get as much inspiration as the audience does because you see the pride with which the service veterans and the current service men and women and their families stand proud to support their service.”

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STAFF SGT. LUISITO BROOKS

ABOVE - Surrounded by family, John Francis Curtis Jr., 77, was awarded the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Guard Identification Badge for his one-year of honorable service from August 1958 to August 1959 as a tomb sentinel during a ceremony in Philadelphia Feb. 11.

Col. Johnny Davis, commander, 3d U.S. Infantry regiment (The Old Guard), presented the badge and a certificate during a ceremony in Curtis’ Philadelphia home. LEFT - John Francis Curtis Jr., 77, former Tomb Sentinel, shows a photo of himself from 56 years earlier when he served as a tomb sentinel at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

MEET THE NEW COMMANDER WHAT: U.S. Army Band’s 93rd Anniversary Concert and Meet the New Commander Col. Timothy Holtan WHEN: Feb. 22 3 p.m.

WHERE: Conmy Hall on Joint Base MyerHenderson Hall For a full program of the concert visit: http://goo.gl/6kSZX8

There is a volunteer opportunity for service members to assist with a military cordon at the Unity Car Club Show Feb. 28, 11 a.m. Volunteering earns free admission to the event. For more details, contact Kelly Layne at laynekd@usmc-mccs.org or call 703-693-1253.

JBM-HH Veterinary Clinic open daily

The JBM-HH Veterinary Clinic is open daily, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The clinic sees patients by appointment only on Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays. The clinic is located in Bldg. 230 (behind Conmy Hall) at 101 Jackson Avenue on the Fort Myer portion of the joint base. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 703-696-3604.

Marines: Do you own/operate a motorcycle?

Marines who own/operate a motorcycle are required to declare ownership under Marine Corps regulation (ALMAR 014-08). The ALMAR dictates that all Marines who own a motorcycle declare ownership and/or ridership within 48 hours from checking into a command. Failure to comply subjects violators to punitive actions and possible loss of benefits in the event of a motorcycle accident or mishap. Contact Headquarters and Service Battalion’s Safety and Environmental Officer at 703-693-2501 on the Henderson Hall portion of JBM-HH for more info.

Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Shield cyber breach

Recent reports indicate that Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield was the target of a cyber-attack. It is not immediately clear who was impacted or what information was compromised. Current and former members affected will be notified directly by Anthem and offered credit monitoring and identity protection services free of charge. The Army Benefits Center-Civilian (ABC-C) has posted a link to the Anthem website as well as Anthem’s toll-free phone number on the ABC-C website at www.abc.army.mil.

Employees who are enrolled in Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield should direct any questions regarding this breach to Blue Cross Blue Shield directly.

JBM-HH Consolidated Tax Center now open

The U.S. Army Military District of Washington and the U.S. Marine Corps National Capital Region Command are jointly operating the JBM-HH Consolidated Tax Center, which will serve military personnel, their families and other eligible customers.

The tax center is located in Bldg. 205 on the Fort Myer portion of the joint base.

Customers should bring their military ID cards; all W2s, 1099s, 1098s; Social Security Cards for all family members; EIN for day care providers; all documents supporting deductions and credits; copies of their 201 federal and state returns; and tax power of attorney or IRS Form 2848.

No appointments are necessary; however, appointments are available for more complex tax returns.

Located at 101 Bloxon Street on the Fort Myer portion of the joint base, the tax center is open

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from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, and from 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The center will take walk-ins until 30 minutes before closing time. Call 703-696-1040 for more information or to schedule an appointment.

Mobile DMV at Fort Myer Feb. 23

The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles’ mobile unit will be at the Fort Myer portion of JBM-HH Feb. 23, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the parking lot across from the bowling center on McNair Road. Coordinated by the JBM-HH Soldier for Life-Transition Assistance Program, the mobile DMV offers a variety of services, including issuance of identification cards and drivers licenses, driving records, license plates and vehicle titles. No appointment is necessary. This service is for those with a Department of Defense ID card, as well as veterans with a DD 214.

For more information, call 703-696-9603.

Need a new ID card?

Need a new Department of Defense-issued identification card? There is a DEERS/RAPIDS site (ID office) in Bldg. 202 of the Fort Myer portion of JBM-HH, located at 106 Custer Road. The office is open MondaysFridays, 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and accept walk-ins and appointments. To make an appointment online or for more information, visit www.dmdc.osd.mil/ rsl/appj/site?siteId=101418.

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ties by the Directorate of Public Works. Refill ice melt buckets by bringing empty buckets to Bldg. 325 on the Fort Myer portion of the joint base and the P Street Lot on the Fort McNair portion of the joint base between the hours of 1 and 2 p.m., Monday through Friday. Call Denise Faldowski at 703-696-1254 for more information.

and family members can place confidence in AER to help in unexpected times of crisis. AER helps wounded warriors, surviving spouses and the families of fallen Soldiers.

For more information about the AER campaign, call Trina Reliford at 703-696-8435.

Leadership lunch set for March 3

T he Mar ine Cor ps Exchange’s Java Café on the Henderson Hall portion of the joint base has introduced a catering menu. Fresh breakfast and lunch service is available for pick-up in quantities to suit every occasion. Among the selections are pastries and sweets, wraps and sandwiches and coffee and tea.

Boxed lunches are prepared with sandwiches or wraps, a cookie, chips and bottled water. To see the menu, visit www.mccsHH.com/ JavaCafe.html. Online ordering will be coming this spring. Until then, call 571-483-1962.

Military personnel, Department of Defense civilians and contractors are invited to a leadership luncheon March 3 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Memorial Chapel Fellowship Hall on the Fort Myer portion of the joint base. Special guest speaker is Sgt. Maj. Bryan B. Battaglia, U.S. Marine Corps, senior enlisted advisor to the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.

A complementary lunch will be served. Please RSVP by March 2 by contacting Chap. (Maj.) Fred Wendel at 703-6965688 or alfred.w.wendel12. mil@mail.mil.

Army Emergency Relief campaign March 3 – May 15

T h i s ye a r ’s A r my Emergency Relief campaign begins March 3, but there is fun kick-off event planned in conjunction with the Ma rch 13 Sha m rock Shuffle 5K and one-mile walk. See just below this notice for details.

Army Emergency Relief, since it was founded during World War II, has provided $1.7 billion in interest-free loans and grants to 3.6 million Soldiers in the active and reserve components.

The theme for the 2015 AER campaign is “Making a Difference,” and serves as a reminder that Soldiers

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Career development for military spouses available

T he Mar ine Cor ps Com mu n it y Ser v ices Family Member Employment Assistance Program on the Henderson Hall portion of the joint base provides free career development courses, job search information specific to the local area, and resume writing assistance to military spouses. Call 703-614-6828 to register for classes, schedule an appointment or get more information.

2nd Infantry Division Veterans sought

Attention, 2nd Infantry Division Veterans: The Mid Atlantic Branch of

the Second Indianhead Division Association, will have its annual reunion in Lancaster, Penn., May 1 through 3, 2015 at the Continental I n n. A ll veterans of the Army’s 2nd Infantry Division are invited, in particular those in the states of New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, New York, Virginia, West Virginia and the District of Columbia.

For more information, call Harry Roye at 804-5260828 or send an email to Hkroye@comcast.net.

Holiday hours, closures submission policy

JBM-HH commands, partners and other area organizations that desire publication of special federal holiday operating hours and /or holiday closures must submit this information to the JBM-HH Public Affairs Office at least three weeks before the holiday to allow time for publication. For example, if an organization is closed Friday through Monday, May 22 through 25 for Memorial Day, this information must be sent, along with an organization POC and phone number, no later than Monday, May 4.

This information must be submitted to the JBM-HH Public Affairs staff at: usarmy.jbmhh.asa.list. pao-all@mail.mil and pentagramjbmhh@yahoo.com.

News Note policy!

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News Notes submissions must be less than 100 words, contain all pertinent details — to include the five “W’s” — as well as a point of contact, phone number and/ or website for additional information. News Notes must be submitted no later than noon, Wednesdays, for consideration for publica-

tion in the following week’s Pentagram. For example, information submitted for publication in News Notes on Wednesday, Feb. 4, will be published in the Pentagram Thursday, Feb. 12. Priority will be given to those announcements of events and deadlines occurring during the publication week. Please note that submission of a news note does not guarantee publication.

Please send your news notes to the Pentagram at pentagramjbmhh@yahoo.com.

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from page 5 and women who served our country,” she said.

“They are the ones who paved the way. It’s an awesome opportunity to visit with them and learn from them Cheryl Samples, volunteer service coordinator for the center, thanked the Marines for spending time and spreading happiness throughout the facility.

“We couldn’t do what we do without our volunteers,” she said.

Last week’s visit was at least the second time the Marines volunteered at the medical center this year. Last month, a dozen Marines from the National Capital Region volunteered for the 21st Annual Homeless Veterans Stand Down, prov id i ng bla n kets, clothing and medical treatment to some 700 homeless veterans.

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The following corrections are applicable to the Feb. 12 edition of the Pentagram.

1. Page 1: The second headline to the article, “Braving the elements for the brave” should read: “MDW ceremonial units weather some tough weather.”

2. Page 5: Under the frequently asked questions, the last portion of the answer to the last question should read: T he policy w ill be posted at the JBM-HH website at www.army. mil/jbmhh once finalized. You can visit the VCC, Fort Myer, Bldg.

415, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Also, questions regarding the policy can be emailed to: usarmy.jbmhh.asa. mbx.des-access-q-a@ mail.mil. Finally, an updated version of the frequently asked questions regarding access enhancements can be found online at www. army.mil/article/142719/ JBM_HH_enhanced_ access_control___frequently_asked_quest i o n s /. A d d i t i o n a l information regarding access enhancements will be published regularly and posted to JBM-HH’s website and social media pages.

3. Pa g e 8: T he caption to the photo erroneously identifies Rolando Monsivais as t he J BM-HH Equal Employ ment Opportunity program manager. Mr. Monsivais is an EEO specialist.

We apolog ize for these oversights.

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Winter weather is here – be prepared!

In the event of weatherrelated closures, Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall personnel follow the guidance of the Office of Personnel Management. OPM determines the open or closed status for all government agencies and installations located inside the Washington, D.C., beltway.

If you have any questions about your duty st at us, contac t you r supervisor. Partner organization personnel should i nqu i re w it h i n t hei r chain of command.

For OPM guidance, see www.opm.gov/status. You can also call 202-606-1900 around the clock for status.

For immediate updates from JBM-HH, visit us online at www.facebook. com/jbmhh and www. twitter.com/jbmhh. Also, the JBM-HH website (www.army.mil/jbmhh) contains a winter weather link – activated when necessary – with up-to-date weather information. You can also call the commander’s information hotline at 703-696-6906, which is updated in emergencies or inclement weather situations. See www.weather. gov for a forecast.

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working lights.

“We put a battery pack on the side and ran wires to the front and all the way through,” explained Sgt. Kevin Knesley, who added that it took the team about eight hours to design and build the boat.

Marines from Headquarters and Service Battalion, Headquarters Marine Corps, Henderson Hall and other spectators take part in the Presidents Day Cardboard Boat Regatta in Maj. Douglas A. Zembiec Pool on the Henderson Hall portion of Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall Feb. 13. First place winner was the S-4 Vikings. For more photos from this event, visit Flickr.com/photos/ jbm-hh.

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from page 4 spend time with him and his family,” said Leamy.

“Mr. Curtis couldn’t say much, but he had some expressions that let me know that he understood what was going on.”

In addition to the badge, Curtis also received the official orders for the badge, two unit certificates and one engraved unit coin.

“He has always earned this badge, but now we have a chance to present it to him in front of his family,” said Davis to Curtis, while embracing Curtis’ hand. “I just want to thank you for your service at the Tomb, to protect those who gave up everything, to include their last names.”

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Maj. Gen. Jeffrey S. Buchanan, left, commanding general, Joint Force HeadquartersNational Capital Region and the U.S. Army Military District of Washington, administers the oath of enlistment to Sgt. Sean N. Wurzburg, right, Buchanan’s driver, during a reenlistment ceremony in the Washington Channel surrounding the Fort McNair portion of Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, Feb. 12. The ceremony was hosted by Buchanan and attended by fellow staff members, friends and family.

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Surrounded by family, John Francis Curtis Jr., 77, was awarded the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Guard Identification Badge for his one year of honorable service from August 1958 to August 1959 as a Tomb sentinel during a ceremony in Philadelphia Feb. 11. Col. Johnny Davis, right, commander, 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), presented the badge and a certificate during a ceremony in Curtis’ Philadelphia home.

cation, entertainment, science, sports, politics and the military.”

Henderson also noted that African-Americans have made invaluable contributions to music, e s p e c i a l l y j a z z , t he bread and butter of The U.S. Army Blues.

“The elite musicians who comprise this ensemble have trained at the most prestigious music schools in the country,” Henderson said of the Blues. “Their mission is to serve as musical ambassadors for high level military and government events at home and abroad.”

During the hour-long concert, the band got the entire crowd’s toes tapping with rousing, swinging jazz numbers.

The concert also served as a farewell performance for Master Sgt. Caleb Green, a solo vocalist who is retiring after more than 30 years of service. During the show, Green sang three songs, including a smooth

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The U.S. Army Blues, part of The U.S. Army Band “Pershing’s Own,” performs A Tribute to Count Basie concert Feb. 12 in Brucker Hall on the Fort Myer portion of Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall. The concert celebrated African-American History Month.

rendition of “God Bless America,” which closed the concert.

At the end of the show, Green received a standing ovation from the audience.

“Besides the loss to The U.S. Army Band with his retirement, it’s a loss of a friend to me,” said TUSAB Director Chief Warrant Officer 3 Jeremiah Keillor.

Dur ing his closing r em a rk s, Hender son thanked the band for their continued excellence and

stressed what an honor it was to be on the same stage as such talented musicians.

“It never gets old to me to listen to the U.S. Army Band,” he said. “The talent is absolutely amazing.”

The celebration also featured a presentation by retired Command Sgt. Maj. Kevin Stuart, who recited a poem he wrote 12 years ago titled “I am Strong.”

The poem explores the trials and experiences of African-Americans.

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The U.S. Army Blues, part of The U.S. Army Band “Pershing’s Own,” performs A Tribute to Count Basie concert Feb. 12, in Brucker Hall on the Fort Myer portion of Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall. The concert celebrated African-American History Month.

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Cap Classic day by day recap

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On the evening of Feb. 13, the 2015 Capital Classic opened at the Fort Myer Fitness Center and Cpl. Terry L. Smith Gymnasium, and the Henderson Hall team (pictured in white uniforms) was one of 16 teams which entered the all-military basketball tournament. The HH team fell behind by as many as 15 points in the first half on their home court yet rallied for a 65-60 victory over Fort Belvoir.

On the Fort Myer court, the Fort Myer Generals opened with a 32-point win against Joint Base Andrews.

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Four female teams debuted on Feb. 14 and the Fort Myer women (pictured) started their Capital Classic title defense. Their opening morning game produced an 88-51 victory against Fort Gordon. At the Fort McNair Fitness Center, the Fort Myer men overcame a slow start and a 10-point firsthalf deficit to defeat the Cherry Point Marine team, 74-64.

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Despite three male entries and three female entries, Fort Myer could not nab one of the three-point shootout championships. The closest shooter to have a chance was General Marc Loman (pictured). He was a cofinalist and finished second.

In tournament action, the men’s quarterfinal began, but in their final pool play game, the Fort Myer men scored notched their highest tournament point total in a 111-74 victory against Joint Base McGuireDix-Lakehurst.

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Trophies were earned the hard way by both Fort Myer teams. The women jumped to a first-half nine point lead against Fort Knox, led by two points at halftime, lost the lead in the second half but rebounded for a 77-71 title game victory. The men trailed 56-52 at the half against Fort Bragg, but also rallied for a Cap Classic championship.

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Henderson Hall team holds its own in Cap Classic

By Jim Dresbach Pentagram Staff Writer For the first time since Base Closure and Realignment (BRAC) combined Fort Myer and Henderson Hall, a Marine basketball team representing Henderson Hall fielded a Capital Classic tournament squad.

And the results were positive.

The Henderson Hall Marine team advanced to the quarterfinals in the 16-team tournament.

With a slim bench and a combination of hardwood experience, the Arlington-based Marine team won its tournament opener against Fort Belvoir on Feb. 13.

The return to the basketball court was far overdue, according to coach Brian Miller.

“I was stationed here at Henderson Hall with our other coach, Wilton

Welch; we were here back in the 1980s, and we played for Henderson Hall. We just got the guys together to play,” Miller said before the Belvoir game.

Miller admitted to a hodge-podge roster with a mix of retirees, veterans, active duty, Soldiers, Sailors and Marines from the National Capital Region, as well as talent from the intramural to college levels.

But on a February Friday the 13th, the team’s opening game at Col. Terry L. Smith Gymnasium was no joke. The Henderson Hall squad fell behind early against Fort Belvoir, but rallied to within five points at half and finally claimed a 70-65 victory.

They finished 2-1 in pool play only to be defeated in quarter final action Feb. 15 by Fort Myer, 103-75.

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Members of the Henderson Hall basketball team huddle up prior to their Capital Classic opening game Feb. 13 at Cpl. Terry L. Smith Gymnasium on the Henderson Hall portion of Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall. The Marine team defeated Fort Belvoir in their Cap Classic opening game and advanced to the tournament’s final eight.

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