06-14-2013 The Patriot (Joint Base Charleston)

Joint Base Charleston, S.C.

Patriot

Vol. 4, No. 22

Team Charleston – One Family, One Mission, One Fight!

Friday, June 14, 2013

JB Charleston endures Tropical Storm

U.S. Air Force photo / Senior Airman Dennis Sloan

A C-17 Globemaster III is towed into position on the flightline to be chained in place due to approaching tropical storm Andrea June 6, 2013, at Joint Base Charleston – Air Base, S.C. The storm’s projected intensity was not strong enough to warrant evacuation, but the aircraft were chained as a precaution. See more photos on Page 4.

INSIDE

20 years of C-17s at JB Charleston

DIAMOND SHARP Airmen honored

Today marks the 20th anniversary of the delivery of the first C-17 Globemaster III to then Charleston Air Force Base and the U.S. Air Force.

'The Spirit of Charleston,' tail number 89-1192, landed at Charleston AFB at approximately 10:45 a.m., June 14, 1993, and was piloted by Gen. Merrill McPeak, the Chief of Staff of the Air Force at the time. Approximately 2,000 people witnessed the historical event, including South Carolina's senators, congressmen, service members and local residents.

The aircraft was delivered to the first C-17 squadron, the 17th Airlift Squadron. The squadron was declared operationally ready Jan. 17, 1995.

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Friday, June 14

Isolated T-Storms (30% precip)

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"Today, JB Charleston's C-17s have revolutionized the way cargo and passengers are transported throughout the world," said Stan Gohl, 437th Airlift Wing historian. "The C-17 is capable of rapid strategic deliveries to main operating bases or directly to forward operating bases in the area of responsibility.

"The aircraft can perform tactical airlift and airdrop missions and can also transport litters and ambulatory patients during aeromedical evacuations," he said.

The C-17s replaced the older C-141s, which operated from 1966 to 2000.

"Due to threats to the U.S. in recent years, the size and weight of U.S.mechanized firepower and equipment have grown in response to the improved capabilities of potential See Twenty Years, Page 6

Courtesy of Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs

Due to a May 27, 2013, motorcycle accident in which an Airman was determined to be under the influence of alcohol (over the legal limit of 0.08) the DUI condition at Joint Base Charleston has moved from Green to Yellow. So, what does this mean for Airmen at JB Charleston?

Per the 2013 JB Charleston Driving Under the Influence Battle Plan, DUI Condition Yellow applies when the installation experiences an upward trend in the number of DUIs, when multiple individuals are involved in several DUIs, and/or significant injuries occur. Additionally, DUI Condition Yellow may apply when there is an upcoming calendar event that usually involves heavier than normal alcohol consumption such as the Super Bowl, St. Patrick's Day, or the Fourth of July holiday. The condition may also be changed at the discretion of the wing commanders.

Any active-duty member arrested for a DUI during DUI Condition Yellow will be present in service dress uniform the next duty day to the wing commander of his/her unit. Wing commanders will designate who must accompany the member.

Also during DUI Condition Yellow, supervisors and unit leadership will conduct random, weekly unit inspections to ensure personnel have a Wingman/ Airman Against Drunk Driving card or similar resource in their possession.

TRESPASS NOTICE: FIRING RANGE

High 88º Low 70º

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Sen. Strom Thurmond, South Carolina Senator from 1954 until 2003, at the podium, welcomes the first C-17 Globemaster III during an arrival ceremony June 14, 1993, at the Charleston Air Force Base, S.C.

JB Charleston in DUI Condition Yellow

Airman awarded for self-defense skills See page 8

By Senior Airman Jared Trimarchi Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs

Joint Base Charleston small arms firing ranges are located off Arthur Drive on Range Road near Munitions and EOD. Do not trespass within the Surface Danger Zones/Areas identified by posted warning signs.

Trespassing is illegal and dangerous because of the ranges. Personnel requesting entry into firing range impact areas must contact 628 SFS/J4C, Combat Arms NCOIC at 963-1121/1122

The unit of the member who received the DUI will conduct a Commander's Call or unit roll call within five days after a decision or event that has triggered the DUI condition to change. Forums will be led by the squadron commander or designated representative. The goal of the forums is to discuss DUI prevention and to notify members of new DUI Condition.

Units will coordinate to have Air Force Drug & Alcohol Abuse Program staff present.

As the DUI condition changes, some of the other awareness efforts Airmen might see include the 628th Force Support Squadron increasing safe, late-night activity alternatives for military members that do not include alcohol, or offer moderate alcohol with an identified transportation plan. The 628th Security Forces Squadron will also consider increasing frequency of random DUI checkpoints across the installation. And, the commander of the unit that received the DUI, will pursue options with the Judge Advocate of having the offending Airman brief at Commander's Call and/or write an article for publication for the base newspaper and website after appropriate action has been administered on a case by case basis.

The intent of the DUI Battle Plan is to create a culture of responsible choices for all JB Charleston members, effectively reducing the number and frequency of alcohol-related incidents.

NOTICE: BUG SPRAYING

The Joint Base Charleston 628th Civil Engineer Squadron will be conducting aerial spraying for mosquitoes at Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station, S.C., June 14 - 15, weather permitting. If needed, spraying will also be conducted June 16.

The spraying will occur during the final two daylight hours prior to sunset and up to 30 minutes after sunset. Anyone with concerns about the aerial spraying should contact the Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs office at 963-5608.

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COMMENTARY

Learning from the past: Interwar period

Commentary by Lt. Col. Craig Punches 628th Logistics Readiness Squadron commander

For those who have studied history, the current opinions of the American citizens and Department of Defense budget climate appear to resemble the situation the United States faced during what has been called the "interwar period:" the time in American history between World War I and World War II, 1918 through 1939.

I bring this up since the similarities provide potential insights into how the Air Force can plan for future success in a fiscally constrained environment.

To put things into context, let me explain the situation during the interwar period to link the similarities to our current situation. World War I ended in a stalemate where more than 20 million people died in trench warfare that gained no economic or political benefit. In fact, the Russian, Ottoman and German empires collapsed as a direct result of the war. Suffering the deadliest conflict in human history, popular opinion had changed to believing that large-scale wars were a thing of the past. This is why World War I was commonly referred to as "the war to end all wars."

Although America entered near the end of the war and had substantially fewer casualties (116, 516) as a percentage of its population in relation to allies and enemies, the American psyche had been seriously impacted. This drove popular opinion to believe the U.S. would never again engage

in major wars, and that we needed to withdraw to our borders to protect us from the outside world.

Popular opinion, which drives budgets ... which drives military funding ... became overwhelmingly isolationist and paranoid about being dragged into another pointless European conflict.

Believing there was no longer a need for a strong military, DOD budgets and forces were drastically downsized to the point of being unprepared for World War II. The shift in popular opinion, combined with the observation in the 1920s that the British squelched a revolt in their Iraq colony with airpower only, shaped opinions in the use of military forces. Not having to transport and supply Army battalions, not having casualties from protracted land based warfare (casualties reduce domestic support), and not having ground forces giving the impression as occupiers, cemented the concept that airpower was the most economical method of military operations. Due to public opinions that guided policies, the Air Force (within Navy and Army) was adequately funded while the conventional Army took huge cuts.

Today, the American populace is psychologically fatigued from years of continuous war, which is causing a growing isolationist movement. This resonates to the same mindset as the interwar period where the general populace and strategic military planners rationalize away the probability of major wars out of national combat

fatigue. Although, most, if not all, military personnel wished this were true, human history has demonstrated otherwise.

There are also budgetary similarities in that the interwar period was weary from the Great Depression while the current generation is dealing with the recent recession. The current budgetary crisis caused by the debt, and the mindset of isolationism, allowed military reductions, ensures DOD is the leading target for cuts.

Learning from the interwar period, the Air Force was able to mitigate economic effects by promulgating airpower theory that recognized the economics of airpower over land and sea power.

The unparalleled speed, reach, range, flexibility and diversity, without having troops on the ground in enemy territory that can patrol American borders, as well as any place on earth, gives airpower the most bang for the American buck. The 1920s successful use of airpower to squelch revolts in Iraq as well as current successful uses of airpower with indigenous ground forces in Kosovo, Afghanistan and Libya, continues to validate that airpower is the most economic and effective military power. To ensure proper U.S. populace support of the most economical military power, we need Airmen able to speak the tenants of airpower since the U.S. populous support determines military budget. Not to mention, those who fail to learn from the past are doomed to repeat it.

Do you have a plan to blow $10,000?

Commentary by Master Sgt. Eric Brown 628th Medical Group first sergeant

finding numbers to a bail bondsman, lawyer, new insurance agent, funeral director, and don't forget to pick-up your service dress uniform from the dry cleaners ... you As summer approaches and long days of great weather conwill need it if you are still alive. Also, make it easier for tinue, it is a time to enjoy the company of our fellow Airmen your commander and first sergeant by updating your virand Sailors, our family and our friends. It's time to hit the tual Record of Emergency Data on vMPF so they know beaches and lakes and fire up the barbeque ... good times are who to contact in the event of a tragic accident. to be had.

A DUI is a selfish act and is easily prevented. A very You double-checked your list for your upcoming epic barsimple plan that I use is: Before consuming alcohol, my beque, complete with every flavor of alcohol, but did you doukeys are already with my designated driver so I am not ble-check your DUI prevention plan? If you did not consider tempted to drive. Should my DD fail me, I know I can that plan, figure out where you are going to come up with rely on my first sergeant, my co-workers, my fellow Master Sgt. Eric Brown $10,000.

Wingmen to get me home safe. Every weekend, I know 628th Medical Group first sergeant Does your DUI prevention plan include non-alcoholic bevthere is a volunteer driver with AADD hoping to get a erages, designated drivers, who the key master will be, or AADD (843call from dispatch to pick someone up. I have a plan that I stick to so I 963-2233 (AADD ) number programmed into you phone? If not, start don't have to blow $10,000.

C2OIX, the Navy's vewest messaging system - cost efficient and simpler Commentary by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class David R. Finley Jr. Commander, U.S. Fleet Cyber Command/U.S. TENTH Fleet Public Affairs

FORT MEADE, Md. – The Navy announced last month its plans to change the way official Navy messages are delivered, which is the result of an ongoing effort to increase efficiency and cut costs.

The efficiencies and savings are part of an ongoing message improvement process that is culminating with a new system known as the Command and Control Office Information Exchange (C2OIX), which will come online in August 2013.

It is designed to simplify messages for both the user and administrator and will save the Navy more than $15 million a year when operational.

"The Navy gains significant cost efficiencies by eliminating the current Defense Message System (DMS) infrastructure and simply using the existing email infrastructure for final delivery," said James McCarty, the naval messaging program manager at U.S. Fleet Cyber Command. "By utilizing this methodology we will be able to send

messages at 10 percent of the cost and size of current systems."

In the first phase, C2OIX is replacing the Navy's current DMS messaging program with a new version of the existing Navy Interface for Command Email (NICE) software, which will be deployed on the secret and top secret networks, as well as create a uniform system for sea and shore duty commands.

As background, part of the ongoing upgrade process has been the implementation of NICE, the messaging system that has been in place on the Non-classified Internet Protocol Router Network (NIPRNet) since 2011.

"In phase one, we are going to install all the hardware," said McCarty. "One hundred servers are going to be replaced by five new servers that will handle all messaging for SIPRNet (secret internet protocol router network)."

Another major change in the Navy's messaging will be seen in the format on the classified systems.

Navy messages had historically been formatted in all capital letters. However, a message sent to all commands on April 30, 2013 (ALCOM 085/13) notified Navy users that both upper and

lower case (or sentence case) messages could be sent.

According to McCarty, "Lowercase messages are here to stay; they provide a more readable format, which can delivered to and shared on any of the current Web 3.0 technologies (chat, portals, wikis, blogs, etc.)."

"It is true that we still have systems that are unable to process mixed case; in these instances, the C2OIX system will be able to convert the text to upper case before making final delivery," McCarty said.

By 2015, C2OIX will seamlessly interface with or absorb the existing legacy messaging capabilities and allow mixed case messages to be delivered to all messaging systems.

The final phase of C2OIX is scheduled to begin in 2014 and will bring messaging into a true net-centric cloud computing virtual environment.

This final stage will remove 66% of the remaining servers and save the Navy an additional $5 million annually compared to current costs.

For more news from Commander, U.S. Fleet Cyber Command / U.S. 10th Fleet, visit www.navy.mil/local/FCC/C10F/.

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Nighthawk swoops into Charleston

Courtesy of Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs

The 628th Security Forces Squadron performed a random inspection on all cars going through the gate between midnight and 2 a.m. June 2, 2013, at the two gates to Joint Base Charleston – Air Base.

Called Operation Nighthawk, the operation was done in an

effort to deter drug use at Joint Base Charleston.

During Operation Nighthawk 57 cars were inspected entering the gates of Joint Base Charleston – Air Base as well as 84 Airmen who were stopped and required to provide a urine sample.

“In addition to just looking for drugs we also ensured the driver’s registration and insurance were current and they had their driver’s license,” said Bruce Williams, 628th SFS detec-

tive. “We also corrected violations such as not wearing a seat belt, having unauthorized weapons in the vehicle and other things of that nature.”

This procedure is nothing new for the 628th SFS. They have performed this type of operation periodically in the past.

“All the components required to conduct this operation are already in the security forces tool belt,” said Williams.

Critical Days of Summer: Be a Wingman/Shipmate

Courtesy of the 628th Ground Safety Office

We've heard talk about being a good Wingman or Shipmate and how it relates to safety. Is it "lip service" or is it valid? The answer depends upon your perspective; perspective in this case means whether or not you've experienced the death or injury of a family member, friend or coworker due to a safety mishap.

If you've never been through the horror of losing someone close to you - whether it's on or off-duty - you might think, "This will never happen to me," or "I know my limits," or "My friends and I do everything right."

When you think this way, the concept of Wingman and Shipmate

seems irrelevant. Whatever your thought process is, it's a perspective that changes instantly when something does happen to someone you care about. The perspective of a person who's lost a loved one is almost the complete opposite: "What could I have done?" is a common question as is "was everything done right?" or "did this have to happen?" Having a Wingman or Shipmate seems obvious after the fact.

Whether you are a Wingman or Shipmate, or need a Wingman or Shipmate, the responsibility is the same: never hesitate to say when enough is enough.

Being a Wingman, or Shipmate, is not a being a babysitter watching someone's every move. It's being there for that person when they need it most and when they don't need you at all.

Diamond Sharp

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Col. Richard McComb (left), Joint Base Charleston commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Al Hannon (right), 628th Air Base Wing command chief, gather for a group photo with the Diamond Sharp award winners at the Charleston Club, June 5, 2013, at JB Charleston - Air Base, S.C. (Front row) Senior Airman Michael Pugh, 628th Security Forces Squadron, Senior Airman Kelby Rosengarten, 628th Medical Group, Airman 1st Class Daniel Johnston, 1st Combat Camera Squadron, and Airman Jennie Short, 628th Communications Squadron. Pictured with the Diamond Sharp winners are (back row) Master Sgt. Steven Hart, 628th SFS first sergeant, Tech. Sgt. Travis Heath, 628th MDG community health noncommissioned officer-in-charge, Master Sgt. Eric Brown, 628th MDG first sergeant, Master Sgt. Mark Peters, 1st Combat Camera Squadron first sergeant, and Master Sgt. David Turnage, 628th CS first sergeant. Diamond Sharp awards are designed to recognize individuals in a unit who stand out to their first sergeant.

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JB Charleston endures Tropical Storm

A 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief uses a marshaling glow stick to signal clearance of the left wing of a C-17 Globemaster III as it is towed into place to be chained down June 6, 2013, at Joint Base Charleston – Air Base, S.C. The C-17 was chained to the ground due to approaching tropical storm Andrea.

C-17 Globemaster III’s not scheduled for missions are chained on the flightline due to approaching tropical storm Andrea June 6, 2013, at Joint Base Charleston – Air Base, S.C. The storm’s projected intensity was not strong enough to warrant evacuation, but the aircraft were chained as a precaution.

A C-17 Globemaster III takes off before a tropical storm enters the area June 6, 2013, at Joint Base Charleston – Air Base, S.C. All missions continued through the night since the storm’s intensity did not warrant grounding of aircraft.

U.S. Air Force photos by Senior Airman Dennis Sloan

C-17 Globemaster III’s are chained to the flightline due to approaching tropical storm Andrea June 6, 2013, at Joint Base Charleston – Air Base, S.C.

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A Joint Base Charleston Airman speaks with representatives from one of the universities in attendance at an Education Fair May 30, 2013, at JB Charleston – Air Base, S.C.

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Fair showcases education opportunities for everyone

By Jacqueline Ford 628th Force Support Squadron education advisor

Joint Base Charleston held its annual education fair at the Education and Training Center on the Air Base, May 30, 2013, with more than 36 colleges and universities in attendance. The JB Charleston Education Fair was open to all military, family members, retirees and Department of Defense civilians.

"The education fair is a great way for local and national colleges and universities to reach the men and women of Joint Base Charleston," said Linda Sturgeon, Joint Base Charleston Chief of the Education Element, "Whether you are interested in an undergraduate or graduate degree, this is a great start to further your education."

Some of the colleges and universities represented were Southern New Hampshire University, Chamberlain College of Nursing, The College of Charleston, The Citadel and Upper Limit Aviation.

Joint Base Charleston commander Col. Richard McComb, Joint Base Charleston commander, and Chief Master Sergeant Earl Hannon, 628th Air Base Wing command chief, were also in attendance. Door prizes from each of the schools were given out to lucky fairgoers.

Prizes varied from tote bags to golf equipment.

For more information on how you can continue your education, contact the Base Education Center at 963-4575.

Former safety chief heads AF sexual assault prevention efforts

By Staff Sgt. David Salanitri Secretary of the Air Force Public Affairs

WASHINGTON – Senior officials announced June 6, 2013, that they have appointed a two-star general to lead the Air Force's effort to reduce sexual assault within the ranks, and provide victims the support they need.

Maj. Gen. Margaret Woodward was appointed the new director of the reorganized Air Force Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Office. In addition to appointing a more senior officer to the position, the Air Force raised the stature of the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Office by linking it directly to the office of the Vice Chief of Staff of the Air Force.

"I'm incredibly honored to be picked for something I know is important to our secretary and our chief, and, more importantly, to each and every one of our Airmen," said Woodward, whose last assignment was as the Air Force chief of safety.

Woodward's background is dynamic. It includes a deployment as Coalition Forces Air Component Commander for Operation Odyssey Dawn, and she also investigated the sexual misconduct that took place at Air Force Basic Military Training and technical training.

"General Woodward brings a wealth of experience with her to this office," said Gen. Larry Spencer, Air Force Vice Chief of Staff.

"She is no stranger to tackling high priority missions, and she's the right person to take the reins as we address this issue that's so important to the health and readiness of our force."

Looking to the near future, Woodward already knows the first step she and her team need to make.

"The first thing we need to do is really get our arms around the extent of the problem," she said. "We need to understand the root issues that are exacerbating it, and connect with people inside and outside the Air Force that have creative ideas to fix the problem."

The SAPR office Woodward directs is going through major changes, which reflects Air Force senior leadership's commitment to addressing the problem head on, according to Woodward.

"In very lean times, we're increasing billets by more than 30 here," she said.

"We are a part of the (Air Force) vice chief of staff's office," Woodward said. "There's a reason for that. The issue of sexual assault has his personal attention and interest. He is personally involved with what we are doing on a daily basis."

As the SAPR office is growing in leadership and resources, Woodward is encouraged

by Air Force senior leadership's support.

"Our Air Force leadership is putting all of their resources, energy and support behind this effort, and they're doing it for the right reasons," she said. "It's absolutely about caring for our Airmen."

The stakes are high for the Air Force. The mission is high profile, but senior Air Force officials are confident the SAPR program will prevail in its evolution.

For Woodward, her goal is clear -- she's here for the Airmen.

"I have one goal. It's to make every Airman secure and confident in their service and proud of being a wingman for each and every one of our fellow Airmen, and that there is never a breakdown in that sacred bond," she said. "Until that happens, I'm not done."

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Maj. Gen. Margaret Woodward heads the Air Force Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Office in the Pentagon. She was formerly the Air Force Chief of Safety.

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20 years of C-17s in Charleston - from Page 1 adversaries," said Gohl. "This trend has increased air mobility requirements and the C-17 meets the Air Force's needs."

Before C-17s, C-141s carried cargo, supplies or troops, but the aircraft needed to land in a structured air field with a long runway, usually far away from hostile environments. The C-17 was designed to land in austere airfields and can take off and land on runways as short as 3,500 feet and 90 feet wide.

"The C-17's capability to land on dirt runways in hostile locations has cut out an extra step in transporting equipment and personnel," Gohl said. "C-17s save the Air Force man-hours and expenses by cutting out the cost of unloading and loading supplies multiple times."

The first flight for the C-17 occurred Sept. 15, 1991, almost two years before the delivery of the first operational aircraft to the Air Force.

"Since then, the C-17 has participated in almost every American contingency and humanitarian operation," Gohl said.

According to Boeing's website, the C-17 has broken 33 world records including payload altitude, time to climb and short takeoff and landing marks.

"During the past 18 years, the men and women who fly and main-

tain C-17s have amassed an impressive list of accomplishments," Gohl said. "In 2006, while the 17th AS was deployed as the 816th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron, they set four world records; number of drop zones, airdrops, sorties in a month and number of time definite delivery of passengers."

"On March 20, 2006, the C-17 airframe achieved its one-millionth flying hour during an evacuation mission in Iraq. On Dec. 21, 2006, members of Charleston AFB flew a world record, setting the largest formation flight from a single base; 20 C-17s in a single formation."

The maximum payload capacity of the C-17 is 170,900 pounds and it has an approximate cruise speed of 450 knots. The C-17 measures 174 feet long with a wingspan of 169 feet, 10 inches.

"The aircraft is operated by a crew of three; pilot, copilot and loadmaster, reducing manpower requirements, risk exposure and long-term operating cost," said Gohl.

The base received another C-17 in May and is scheduled to receive the final C-17 to roll off the Boeing assembly line for the Air Force later this year. The first C-17, The Spirit of Charleston, is still assigned here.

"Even though the C-17 is 20 years old, we will continue to see them in the air for many years to come," Gohl concluded.

General Characteristics of a C-17 Primary function: Cargo and troop transport Prime Contractor: Boeing Company Power Plant: Four Pratt and Whitney F117-PW100 turbofan engines Thrust: 40,440 pounds, each engine Wingspan: 169 feet 10 inches Length: 174 feet Height: 55 feet one inch Cargo compartment: Length 88 feet, width 18 feet, height 12 feet 4 inches Speed: 450 knots at 28,000 feet Service ceiling: 45,000 feet at cruising speed Range: Global with in-flight refueling Crew: Three Maximum peacetime takeoff weight: 585,000 pounds Load: 102 troops, 36 litters and five ambulatory patients and attendants, 170,900 pounds of cargo Unit cost: $202.3 million Date deployed: June 1993

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U.S. Marines exit the back of an MV-22B Osprey aircraft while conducting parachute operations over Djibouti, May 27, 2013. The Marines, assigned to the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit, Maritime Raid Force Marines, are deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility aboard the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group.

The aircraft is assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadon 266.

U.S. Marine Corps photo / Sgt. Christopher Stone

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Med group teams up with Reach Out and Read Courtesy of the 628th Medical Group

The 628th Medical Group Pediatrics Clinic has teamed up with the Reach out and Read organization to provide free books to military children when they visit their pediatrician for a Well Baby check up at the JB Charleston - Air Base Medical Clinic at JB Charleston, S.C. The books, donated by a local business are part of a growing program designed to prepare America's youngest children to succeed in school by partnering with doctors to prescribe books and encourage families to read together.

According to Maj Tara Conner, 628th Medical Group pediatrician, "When a parent brings in a child ages 6 months through 5 years of age, that child will receive a book appropriate for their age."

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• According to the Reach Out and Read website, reading to children provides a host of benefits including: • Acquiring early language skills • Helping children developing positive associations with books and reading • Helping children build a stronger foundation for school success Pediatric Well visits are done for children at the following ages: 2 days, 2 weeks, 2, 4, 6, 9, 12, 15, 18, 24, 30 and 36 months, and then annually until a child reaches 18 years of age.

Parents can schedule their Well Baby visits by calling the 628th MG at 963-6880.

For more information on Reach out and Read, go to http://www.reachoutandread.org/ about-us.

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Airman wins Armed Services Judo and Jujitsu Academy Award

Story and photos by Senior Airman George Goslin Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs

A member of the 628th Security Forces Squadron received an award June 1, 2013, at the Naval Weapons Station Athletic Center from the Armed Services Judo and Jujitsu Academy.

Senior Airman Ronni Aragona, 628th Security Forces Squadron patrolman, was recognized for her achievements as an outstanding military individual.

The academy director for the ASJJA contacted Dr. Ronald Charles, Aragona’s Judo instructor, and asked for his recommendation for the award. Charles chose Aragona for her experience in Judo and her ability to teach as well as compete.

Charles is the senior instructor for the Samurai Judo Association located at the MWR Athletic Center on JB Charleston, Weapons Station.

Aragona began studying judo when she was 4-years old, and has won more than 15 awards since 2002. She was also ranked second in the United States in her International Judo Federation weight division.

“I practice the Olympic sport of judo and have been doing so since the age of four,” said Aragona. “I started at my dad’s co-worker’s club and instantly fell in love with it.”

Aragona was drawn to the competitive nature of judo where her training is put to test.

“The best feeling is getting on the mat and fighting someone one-on-one, testing my skills against my opponents,” Aragona said. “This is when I can see my rigorous training paying off. If a certain technique doesn’t work, I can return to the club to train to perfect it for future matches.”

Not only is Aragona a skilled competitor, she is also an instructor. She graduated from the United States Judo Association’s Coach Education Course, an intense pedagogybased curriculum designed to build teaching expertise. She is now one of the instructors at the Samurai Judo Association, the judo and jujitsu club at the JB Charleston Naval Weapons Station MWR Athletics Facility, where she teaches other fellow active-duty military members.

“She is a fast learner with a solid background of techniques who has proved her worthiness in the competitive arena,” said Charles. “It has been an absolute joy to work with her.”

It is the performance of Aragona that stood out to Charles to begin with, causing him to recommend her to the ASJJA as the Founder’s Recognition Award.

“Ronni came to us with a black belt and extensive judo experience. Of all our students and instructors, she shines in terms of her competitive achievements,” Charles said. “She has excelled both nationally and internationally in the Olympic sport of judo.”

These skills also aid in Aragona’s military career. They help improve her overall fitness and muscle tone to enhance her abilities in the military, and can translate to self-defense tactics in the line of duty for herself as well as any of her fellow Airmen she may teach.

“It’s an excellent way to stay in shape, not to mention wonderful stress relief. There’s nothing like throwing someone around after a hard day at work,” Aragona laughed. “If I ever get into a combative situation, whether on the job performing

Senior Airman Ronni Aragona, 628th Security Forces Squadron patrolman, throws Al Jacobs, Samurai Judo Association judo instructor, during a judo class June 3, 2013, at Joint Base Charleston – Weapons Station, S.C. Aragona is now an instructor at JB Charleston - Weapons Station where she teaches other fellow active-duty military members.

law enforcement duties or in true military combat, I would most likely resort to my knowledge of judo. It provides me with a method to overcome an adversary’s superior strength and size using technique instead of power.”

Judo involves throws, mat work control, chokes and arm bars. It works standing up and on the ground.

“As military members we may stand in harm’s way; every bit of training to survive and overcome an enemy is to our advantage. It develops character as well as skills. Judo is something for everyone, especially for those who serve in the military,” said Aragona. “Judo is part of who I am. It identifies me and adds meaning to my life. Not a day passes that I am not thinking about judo or getting on the mat or improving my skills and sharing my expertise with others.”

Dr. Ronald Charles (left), Samurai Judo Association judo and jujitsu instructor, presents Senior Airman Ronni Aragona, 628th Security Forces Squadron patrolman, a certificate for becoming a certified judo coach during a judo class June 3, 2013, at Joint Base Charleston – Weapons Station, S.C. In addition to her duties as an Airman, Aragona is now an instructor at the JB Charleston - Weapons Station where she teaches judo to other fellow activeduty military members. Also pictured are Al Jacobs, and Lt. j.g. Lisa Capriotti, Samurai Judo Association judo instructors.

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JB Charleston Commissaries feel Sequestration squeeze

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Commissaries at Joint Base Charleston will be closed on Tuesday, starting on July 8 through September 30, due to Sequestration-related furloughs.

Nationwide, the Defense Commissary Agency is adjusting operating hours due to new limitations on civilian personnel and designated Monday as the official furlough day. Since the commissaries at Joint Base Charleston are closed on Monday, the furlough day was transferred to the following day.

Local commissary management and base officials attempted to reduce the impact of this decision by alternating furlough days between the Air Base and Weapon Station. The proposal was

found to be unfeasible since both commissaries are resupplied on the same day.

Despite these manpower reductions the Air Base and Weapon Station commissary directors remain committed to customer satisfaction. “In light of budgetary challenges, we are doing all that can be done within our control to deliver the best experience for our customers.” said Ed Williams, Air Base Commissary manager.

"All defense agencies are taking on the challenges of sequestration," said Jimmy Ephran, Weapon Station Commissary store manager. "This means we can't stay open as much as we'd like, but we will make sure to do the best to make your visit to the commissary worth the trip."

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Carter says DOD doing all it can to minimize sequester effects

By Jim Garamone American Forces Press Service

WASHINGTON – The Defense Department is doing all it can to minimize the effects of sequestration spending cuts, Deputy Defense Secretary Ash Carter told a “think tank” audience here today.

“We’re doing everything we can to manage our way through this very difficult and abrupt circumstance,” Carter said at the Center for a New American Security.

Carter said the $37 billion in fiscal year 2013 spending cuts would not be so bad for any one area if they were spread over all DOD accounts, but they cannot be, though DOD exempted warfighting accounts from any cuts.

“We protect that. We have to,” Carter said. “It’s a war.”

The president exempted military compensation from sequestration, the deputy secretary said. “Then we exempted a number of critical functions from sequester, for example,

nuclear deterrence, our ability to respond to crises … and on down the line, taking some things off the table entirely,” he added.

The department then tried to protect those things critical to the execution of U.S. military strategy, Carter said, and applied the $37 billion reduction to what was left.

“That hits particularly hard in the operations and maintenance accounts,” he told the audience. “These are the accounts that support training, and as a result, military readiness plummets.”

The Air Force has grounded 13 combat squadrons for the rest of the fiscal year. Navy officials have cancelled ship deployments and deferred maintenance. But the cuts hit particularly hard on the Army, Carter said.

“We protected the war, and it is the Army which is, in the main, bearing the burden of fighting the war in Afghanistan,” he explained. “As a consequence, their accounts get hit particularly hard.”

The Army has cancelled most of its major training events for the rest of the fiscal year. The deputy secretary said he does not know how long it will take to reconstitute this readiness following sequestration.

“At a minimum, [it’s] embarrassing to be doing this, in the eyes of friends and foes alike, and at a maximum, [it’s] unsafe,” he said of the sequestration cuts.

The situation reinforces in the minds of national security leaders the necessity to be prepared for what might happen in the future, Carter said.

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MANILA, Republic of the Philippines – Forwarddeployed USS Paul Hamilton (DDG 60) arrived in Manila, Republic of the Philippines, for a port visit May 31.

"We are thrilled to be visiting Manila," said Cmdr. Luke Frost, commanding officer of Paul Hamilton.

"As a ship based in the Middle Pacific, we enjoy strong and vital ties to the people of the Philippines that go back generations and generations. Our visit provides today's Sailors the chance to strengthen their own personal connections, experience our common history in a real and tangible way and strengthen this partnership that makes our world more secure and prosperous."

"My two older sisters and older brother were both born in Illoco Norte-the birthplace of my parents and my grandparents," said Ensign Mark Villa, one of the ship's engineering officers. "I have been back for family reunions twice before, and I will always remember the incredibly closely knit small towns, the strong families and strong bonds. Everyone grows up together and knows each other. There is such a strong sense of community."

"I was born and raised in Zambales until I was 14," said Hospital Corpsman Eulogio Gutierrez. "My father still lives in Bulacan, but I haven't been back since 2007. I'm excited to see my family and to taste the diniguan and enjoy the desserts! To me the Philippines is all about family."

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All classes or events will be held at the Airman and Family Readiness Center (Building 500) unless otherwise specified. For more information, or to register for a class or event, please call 963-4406.

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/ Department of Veterans Affairs Benefits Briefers are available to assist all service members, veterans, and family members who may have questions about VA benefits and services they are eligible to receive. Appointments are available in one hour blocks from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and walk-ins are welcome.

The Joint Base Charleston - Air Base office is located in building 503, room 106, and the number is 963-8224. The JB Charleston Weapons Station office is located in building 302, room 108, and the number is 794-4304.

June 14 / A Workshop for Department of Veteran Affairs Disability Claims will be held from 8 a.m. to noon. The VA representative will cover the VA claims and filing process. VA One-on-One Disability Claims Assistance will be provided from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Members (who do not have a copy of their medical records) must sign an authorization letter (authorizing the VA representative to obtain your medical records) at the Joint Base Charleston - Air Base Clinic's Family Practice section. This letter is prepared, but must be signed NLT the Monday prior to the week's Friday VA One-on-One Assistance with Disability Claims that you plan to attend. / A "VA Benefits Briefing" will be held from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Learn about all your Department of Veteran Affairs benefits in this briefing! If you are exempt from the TAP GPS Workshop, you will need this. The event is open to all Active Duty service members.

June 17-21 / A "Transition Assistance Program GPS Workshop for Separatees" will be held from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Learn how to transition and become "career ready" with ease. Spouses are encouraged to attend. Note: receipt of your mandatory TAP Preseparation Briefing (held on Thursdays) is required prior to attending this workshop. / NOTICE: TAP GPS Workshops: The Joint Base Charleston - Air Base TAP GPS Workshop target audience will alternate between separatees and retirees, and for your convenience, JB Charleston - Weapons Station will offer the TAP GPS Workshop to alternating target audiences.

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All classes or events will be held at the Fleet and Family Support Center at Joint Base Charleston – Weapons Station (Building 755) unless otherwise specified. To register for a class or event, please call 764-7480.

June 15 / A 7 Habits of Highly Effective Military Families (Habit 5: "Seek First to Understand") class is scheduled for 10 to 11:30 a.m.

Being a member of a military family poses its own set of hurdles.

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June 18 / A Navigating Stress class is scheduled for 10 to 11:30 a.m. We experience stress every day. Attendees will learn techniques to slow down, take a deep breath, prioritize, and relax. / A Basic Resume Writing and Cover Letter class is scheduled for 10 to 11:30 a.m. Attendees will receive different types of resume formats/samples and a resume draft worksheet, action verbs, etc.

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June 20 / MANDATORY TAP Preseparation Briefings will be provided for separatees from 8 to 11 a.m. and for retirees from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Per Public Law 107-103, in the case of anticipated retirement, retiring service members can receive pre-separation counseling up to 24 months prior to DOS? And a separating service member can receive pre-separation counseling up to 12 months prior to DOS. This is the first step in the process to making you "career ready" to leave the service; and this briefing/counseling is required prior to attending the TAP GPS Workshop.

June 21 / A "VA Benefits Briefing" will be held from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Learn about all your VA benefits in this briefing! If you are exempt from the TAP GPS Workshop, you will need this. Open to all Active Duty.

July 4-5 / Joint Base Charleston – Air Base Commissary will be open Thursday, July 4, 2013, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Commissary will be open regular store hours July 5, 2013.

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June 19 (for separatees) and 1 to 3 p.m. June 20 (for retirees). Are you within 24 months of retiring or 12 months of separation from the service? If so, it's time to schedule your pre-separation counseling and TAP GPS Class. First, talk to your Command Career Counselor and then request to do your Pre-Sep counseling session. Your Command Career Counselor will either conduct that with you or will refer you to FFSC for your monthly class.

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June 27 / A Smooth Move class is scheduled for 9 a.m. to noon. Are you relocating soon? If so, learn from the experts on how to PCS smoothly to your new location.

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Come Join the Fun at CafeMoms.com.... info, playdates & meet other Moms on the base! group "Moms on the NWS in Charleston SC" Military Mommies Group for JB Charleston. Visit our website for playdates and more http://www.meetup.com/military-moms/

MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) For Moms with kids birth through kindergarten.

Meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month at Old Fort Baptist Church, 10505 Dorchester RD. Summerville, SC 29485. Contact Heather Hansen 873-2283 for more information.

The Scottish American Military Society meets the second Saturday at 0900 Hrs at the VFW on Bell Wright RD Summerville if you are of Scottish heritage and are prior Military, active duty Reserve, retires and Coast guard are invited , For More info go to S-A-M-S.org

YARD SALES

MULTI-Family Yard Sale. FCL Bldg. Ladson Rd. just past post office. Sat. June 15- 7 am-1 pm

HOMES/APTS FOR RENT

AUTOMOTIVE

WHITEHALL-Beautiful 4BR, 2.5BA, LR, DR, FR, FP, screen por, 2car gar, Priv fence, Dor II schools, 2540sf, Pool/Tennis,5 mi to Base-$1750. 296-9201

2002 Jaguar S-Type. Forest Green, Excellent Condition. $5,500.oo (843)767-0112

HOMES FOR SALE

KITCHEN CABINETS Beautiful. Never Installed.

Cost $4800, Sell $1650. Call 843-856-4680.

Room for rent in Goose Creek home. $450 all inclusive. Call/text 843.409.2229 for more information.

Free Military Homeowner Guide Sue Davis, REALTOR®, Veteran & Mil. Spouse Keller Williams Realty – 843.810.0100 Search entire MLS at www.suedavishomes.com

Timeshare (Chalet) For Sale-Gatlingurg, Tn. Sleeps 8, Fully Furnished. $11,500 Obo. Gated Area W/Clubhouse. (843) 729-7110

5B/4Ba 3600Sqft, 1+ acre in DDII S’ville. Private Paradise.Granite countertops, large en suite MBR, custom pool. $482,500. FSBO or Lease to Buy 843.870.2857

Home for sale: 2953 Explorer Dr, N Chas. built in 2009, 4bdrm, 2.5bath, 2167sqft, 5mins from JB Chas. $189,900, Nickole (843)330-4136

MISC ITEMS FOR SALE

Washer dryer sets $250/$350, stacker wash/dryer $400; kitchen dining sets $50/$200; dressers/chest drawers $50/$250. Call 452-2229 5 Pc Dinette $148, New in Box. Coffee & End Tables $99, All New! Can Deliver if needed, 843-696-5212

For sale - 16 ft Mohawk canoe, seats, paddles. $250 OBO. 763-6516. $395 Sofa & Love Seat, New in Plastic. Delivery Available, must Sell! 843-696-5712

iPad 4 32 gb wi fi like new 1 1/2 months old + case and pen $ 550 available one week only. Call 843822-8037

6 Pc. Cherry Bedroom Set with Mattress set, Still in the Box! $350! Delivery Available 843-696-5212

Sofa set for sale. $1000 includes, sleeper, love seat, 2 end tables, and coffee table. Must provide own trans, will provide pics if requested. Call 843412-0924

PDF version of the entire Patriot online each week at

TO PLACE A CLASSIFIED AD

www.charlestonmilitary.com • 843-412-5861 fax 843-628-3454 Diggle Publishing, PO Box 2016, Mt. Pleasant SC 29465

Diggle Publishing accepts free three-line personal* classified ads from active duty, reserve and retired military personnel and their dependents. Each line is roughly approximately 45-55 letters and spaces. The amount depends upon the number of capitals, punctuation, etc. Three lines is roughly 150-160 total letters and spaces.

The Best Way To Submit A Free Classified Ad Is With Our Online Form At www.CharlestonMilitary.com We do not take ads by phone.

Please do not call us to confirm receipt of your free ad.

* Ads from non-military or business-related ads (even home businesses) cost $4 per line (45-55 letters and spaces per line). Additional lines (over the 3 free) for personal ads may be purchased for $4 per line as well. To pay for an ad or additional lines, please submit your credit card number and expiration date - as well as the name of the cardholder - with your ad via fax, email, or by phone.

Deadline to submit an ad is 9 a.m. Wednesday morning. Ads printed on a first come-first serve, space available basis.

See the Answers, Page 10

Crossword of the Week

CLUES ACROSS 1. English monk (Olde English) 5. Computer music standard 9. South African prime minister 1948-54 10. A column of vertebrae 12. Noisy kisses 14. Pairing 17. Taxi drivers 18. Jason’s princess consort 19. Amu Darya river’s old name 20. Founder of Babism 23. Confederate soldier 24. Lubricate 25. A woman of refinement 27. Mister 28. Make up something untrue 32. Mountainous region of Morocco 33. Mutual savings bank 35. Where angels fear to tread 42. Distance to top (abbr.)

43. Roman poet 44. Hebrew unit = 10 ephahs 46. Tai (var. sp.)

47. Bishop (abbr.)

48. Tropical Asian starlings 49. Performance of an action

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One ad per military family per issue. Military may re-submit ad each week. Only personal ads qualify to run for free (ie: garage sales, home rentals, pets, autos, furniture, etc.) Business-related ads (even if a home business) do not qualify to run for free and must be paid. (See information below.*) We DO NOT accept “work at home” or “multi-level-marketing” ads. Ads which do not adhere to submission guidelines may be rejected without notice.

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Queen Pillowtop Mattress Set w/ warranty. $150! King for $225. Can Deliver $150 843-696-5712

The Patriot • June 14, 2013

51. Animal neck hairs 52. Manufacturers 54. Repeat a poem aloud 55. Consumers of services 57. Supernatural forces 58. Gulp from a bottle 59. Root of taro plant

CLUES DOWN 1. Fronts opposite 2. Am. moose 3. Cony 4. Article 5. Manuscript (abbr.)

6. Inches per minute (abbr.)

7. Circle width (abbr.)

8. Entangle 9. Wet or dry eye degeneration 11. Best duck for down 12. Chase away 13. Saying or motto 15. Bird beak 16. 4th US state 20. Cry made by sheep 21. General’s assistant (abbr.)

22. Ball striking club 25. Parkinson’s spokesperson’s initials 26. 12th Greek letter 29. A bang-up quality 30. Unidentified flying object 31. Root mean square (abbr.)

34. Small swimsuits 36. Sacred Hindu syllable 37. Workplace for scientific research 38. Schenectady County Airport 39. Fabric with a corded surface 40. Biblical Sumerian city 41. Composition for nine 42. 3 line Japanese verse 45. Tear down 46. Arrived extinct 48. Former Portuguese seaport in China 49. 1/10 meter (abbr.)

50. Increased in size 51. Sewing repair of a garment 53. ___ Lanka: island country 54. Radioactivity unit 56. Hollywood’s Lone Wolf initials 57. Of I

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The Patriot • June 14, 2013

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