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Janie Bauer, president of the Belvoir Garden Club, center, leads Garden Club members in singing God Bless America after they place Veterans Day wreaths at the Blue Star Highway Memorial outside of Lieber Gate, Nov. 11. They paid tribute to veterans and service members during a socially distanced event on the anniversary of the World War I Armistice. All participants followed CDC guidelines. The Belvoir Garden Club has created wreaths commemorating Veterans Day since 1990, and was instrumental in sponsoring U.S. Route 1 in Fairfax County as a Blue Star Highway, as a tribute to the Armed Forces that have defended the United States of America.
On display: Soldier forever enshrined at National Army Museum By Devon Suits Army News Service
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t. Col. Ashley Hartwell let out a joyous gasp as she marveled at a unique display in the National Museum of the United States Army for the first time. A bright smile beamed across her face as she turned to share her excitement with her husband, Maj. Kristopher Hartwell, and daughter, Grace. A life-sized model in Hartwell's visage, dressed in an Army combat uniform, stood tall in front of the family. Symbolic of a female military police officer on high alert in Iraq, Hartwell's display conveys a feeling of tension as she grasps onto her M-249 light machine gun in a low-ready position. The model, titled "Corporal on Patrol in Ramadi," highlights the growing role of women in combat during the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, museum officials said. In 2013, former Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta removed the ban on women serving in combat arms, creating more opportunities
for females throughout the force. Hartwell, a reservist and former intermediate-level education instructor at the U.S. Army Command and General Staff College at Fort Belvoir, first enlisted in the Massachusetts National Guard to obtain her college degree, and a year later signed up for the Reserve Officers' Training Corps. She then served on active duty for 10 years before moving to the Hawaii Guard, and later the Army Reserve. "While we may join the Army for the benefits, or even for national pride, many of us stay in for the people on our left and right," she said. "There have been many times throughout my career where I am bone tired, dirty, hungry, and miserable, but so were the Soldiers next to me. "We had 'shared misery,' and we all got through it together, usually with a great story in the end,” she added. Hartwell's first supervisor also taught her the value of leadership during her initial four-year commitment. The two discussed the significance behind
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A display at the National Museum of the U.S. Army on Fort Belvoir, Va., titled “Corporal on Patrol in Ramadi,” highlights the growing role of women in combat during the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. This model was designed from a cast of reservist Lt. Col. Ashley Hartwell. an Army career, to include topics about financial management and retirement. In turn, the Army has grown to become a large, extended family, Hartwell added.
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Belvoir Police patrols and traffic enforcement will increase at Jeff Todd Way and Pole Road to reduce speeds and enhance safety for drivers and pedestrians.
Belvoir PD joins forces with state and county to curb speeding on Jeff Todd Way By Paul Lara Belvoir Eagle
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he signing of an interagency agreement between Fairfax County and the Department of Defense will allow Belvoir Police and their county and state law enforcement counterparts to tackle a major concern of Woodlawn Village residents near Jeff Todd Way–reckless driving and speeding. Fort Belvoir’s new police chief, Anthony Jackson, said he is going to boost his patrol presence along Jeff Todd Way to discourage speeding. “I’ve actually patrolled there myself just to get some visual data and some numbers, and I’ve witnessed some triple-digit speeds out there,” Jackson said. “From what I’d gathered previously, some of the accidents out there have been pretty bad because of the speeders, so we want to prevent that as much as possible. We plan on doing traffic enforcement out there
and make a presence to let them know ‘this is not the Daytona 500’.” According to Chris Landgraf, former acting DPW director, Jeff Todd Way was constructed to connect Route 1 and Telegraph Road and Beulah Street were closed following the 9/11 attacks. “Since 2015, the Federal Highway Administration, Virginia Department of Transportation, and the Army, the Army Corps of Engineers, and the Commonwealth of Virginia have been working on establishing concurrent jurisdiction for the road. Concurrent jurisdiction provides the State and County police the authority to enforce traffic laws on the road along with the Belvoir Police,” Landgraf wrote in response to questions from the Eagle. For Woodlawn residents like Shirella Walker, traffic enforcement on the road is an important safety issue. “I’ve lived in Woodlawn Village for three
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years, and that intersection has been a nightmare,” said Walker. “Driving onto Jeff Todd from Pole Road, depending on when you find yourself at that intersection, could take ten minutes due to the flow of traffic. Also, people fly down that road. It is not uncommon to see cars going 80 mph on the highway trying to cut off the car in front of them to get to the Jeff Todd/Pole Road intersection. The interagency agreement was lauded by Fairfax County Supervisor Dan Storck, who represents the Mount Vernon District which includes Jeff Todd Way. “Thanks to another cooperative agreement with Fort Belvoir, our area just got a little safer,” Storck said. “The agreement gives Fairfax County Police permission to patrol and enforce traffic laws on Jeff Todd Way. I continue to appreciate the partnership Fort Belvoir has with our community and our shared interest in protecting and enriching the lives of our residents.”
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t’s important to keep in mind the Coronavirus Pandemic is still with us and continues to impact Post operations to include, manning levels and wait times at the access control points. J.J. Kingman, Tulley, and Pence are the only gates that remain open for public access to the installation, Farrar Gate is open for entry to the Airfield only.
Current Situation: The number of vehicles accessing Fort Belvoir are recorded and evaluated daily. The current data shows, average
traffic volume, pre-pandemic, was 48,000 vehicles entering on a daily basis. Currently the average daily volume is 23,502 vehicles and this has remained consistent since returning to HPCON Bravo.
The Facts: Fort Belvoir has not seen an overall increase in traffic numbers coming through the gates, and the numbers are holding steady. If an increase in numbers occur, consideration to opening additional Gates will be considered. Depending on your route of travel and where you are going on post, it might be beneficial to enter a different gate, one that has lower traffic volume. You currently have three gates to use to access post. The graphic shows the average number of cars at each gate during the peak traffic hours of 6 - 9 a.m. Avoid using Pence and Tulley during that time to reduce your wait at the gate.
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Lucas System joins Belvoir Hospital EMS lifesaving team By Nick Ragucci Paramedic, Fort Belvoir Community Hospital-EMS
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he Belvoir Hospital Emergency Medical Services (EMS) recently added four mechanical chest compression devices to their lifesaving arsenal. The Lund University Cardiopulmonary Assist System, or LUCAS, is an automated active compression device that provides external closed chest compressions to those experiencing a cardiac emergency. Chest compressions provided by humans are often ineffective due to provider fatigue, and the rotation of provider personnel every two minutes can lead to interruptions, ultimately leading to poor patient outcomes. The LUCAS system is automated, enabling consistent chest compressions to continue uninterrupted, allowing even complex invasive procedures to take place without interrupting cardiopulmonary support. Additionally, the system reduces direct contact between the patient and provider, reducing
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the risk of disease transmission. Fort Belvoir Community Hospital EMS is currently the only agency on the installation to have this equipment available, and formal training will be provided by the Belvoir Hospital EMS team in the coming months.
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Lt. Col. Ashley Hartwell, a reservist, participates in the casting process for a life-sized model in her visage on display at the National Museum of the U.S. Army, in Fort Belvoir, Va. The model, titled “Corporal on Patrol in Ramadi,” highlights the growing role of women in combat during the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.
The display While the museum's display is not a direct representation of Hartwell's career, the sweat on the figure’s brow triggered some key memories, she said. Hartwell served two tours in Iraq. As a Captain she worked closely with the local population and directly with the Iraqi military as a military transition team member during her initial tour in 2007-2008.
She returned in 2010-2011, first as a Company Commander and later a stability team transition team member, again working hand in hand with the same Iraqi military officers she had three years earlier. During her first deployment, "we were out on missions with the Iraqis every week for a year. I was a M240B machine gunner in the lead vehicle of our three-vehicle convoy" -- an uncommon role for female Soldiers at that time, she explained. "The days I spent as a gunner in a combat patrol was physically and mentally demanding," she added. "But like so many women before and after me, I knew that I was up to the task." Aside from combat, there were many challenges female Soldiers had to face during that time, Hartwell said. For example, the Army's standard issued body armor was originally designed to fit a male body composition. Hartwell recalled the pain she felt whenever the convoy would come to a quick halt, throwing her back against the rear of the gunner’s turret. "My body armor would smack me in my spine because it was too big, even at an extra-small size," she said. "I would come back with bruises all down my spine." Since her time in Iraq, there have been many changes to
support women's growing role throughout the force, Hartwell said. For decades, female Soldiers wore the same uniform as their male counterparts. The Army proposed a list of changes to the combat uniform design to better fit both genders in 2010. This initiative led to Army Combat Uniform-Alternate, or the first combat garment intentionally designed to fit a female Soldier. Additionally, the Army released an Improved Outer Tactical Vest in 2013, which featured a shorter torso and a customizable design to support the female form. "I feel that women in the Army also have a greater opportunity to take on a leadership role," she said. "In my tenure, I have seen women in the Army enter combat, graduate Ranger school, and now serve in combat arms. "Women are taken more seriously and treated more professionally now," she added. "I have seen that change in the last 20 years, and it is a welcome change.
Figure casting The National Army Museum’s exhibit team was dedicated to creating Soldier figures as authentic as possible. “We worked very closely with the artists to capture a moment
in time,” said Paul Morando, the museum’s chief curator. “Using Soldiers as models provides authenticity. They know how to hold their weapon, stand in formation, and convey emotion of what it’s like to be a Soldier.” Joined by her husband, the couple flew to New York to participate in the figurecasting process. "They started with my head by covering it with some form of a cap," she said. "They then put plaster all over my face except my nostrils." Once complete, "they went to my legs ... and then arms." Hartwell held a specific pose during each layer of casting. The entire process took several hours, she said. When people look at the figure, Hartwell hopes people will see "the determination of females in combat," she said. "Seeing the figure of myself is truly humbling. Hopefully, other women can see themselves in her as well. "I feel fortunate, but I am not quite sure I deserved this," she added. "I am just another female Soldier, like the thousands serving in the Army right now." The National Museum of the United States Army opened to the public yesterday. For admission tickets and more information, visit www.thenmusa.org.
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Combined Federal Campaign: your chance to be the face of change By Paul Lara Belvoir Eagle
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lita Brown, a civilian employee working for the U.S. Army, had a wonderful life and career, but the sudden death of her husband shattered her world and her sense of security. “When my husband passed away in 2008, it was as if half my life was stripped away from me,” said Brown. This also stripped away half of the family’s income, and Brown soon found herself in financial difficulty, until a Combined Federal Campaign charity stepped in and helped relieve her financial burden. “From helping a widow in financial need, feeding and providing shelter for the homeless, to supporting senior citizens, CFC charities like the one that helped me work hard to support their community and those in need, which is why I, in turn, support them through the CFC,” Brown said. Many CFC donors like Brown participate as a way of giving back or as a way of paying it forward. Fort Belvoir is beginning its 2020 campaign and hoping that you can be the face of change during this time of widespread disruption and need. Former Secretary of Defense Mark Esper said that for the past 59 years, the CFC has given federal personnel an easy, secure way to give back to the causes that mean so much to all of us.
BE THE FACE OF CHANGE BY GIVING TO CFC “During this time of hardship so many people are hurting and hardworking and dedicated Federal personnel, just like you, can respond in a big way,” Esper said. “Last year Federal personnel generously contributed nearly $8 billion in much-needed assistance to thousands of charitable organizations. The
power of this campaign is that when we each do our part, our collective contributions add up to so much. “There is so much work to do: there are many in need at home, around the world, and even in our own local military communities. This year, I urge you to consider joining me in participating in the time-honored tradition of the CFC. When you receive your information about the campaign, think of a cause that means a lot to you and consider making a pledge,” Esper said. “This is your chance to become the face of change,” said Fabian Reinoso, Fort Belvoir Installation CFC manager. Reinoso noted the garrison campaign kicks off today, and said that this year there is a new CFC Giving Mobile App, for Apple and Android devices, to allow federal employees to make one-time donations via credit card, debit card or bank transfer. Donors can also pledge to volunteer time to help local charities. “This year, CFC is capitalizing virtual giving to comply with social distancing, and paper forms will be made available upon request,” Reinoso said.
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Integrity builds trust, confidence within Army workforce By Kari Hawkins U.S. Army Materiel Command, Public Affairs Editor’s Note: This is the sixth article in a 7-part series on Army Materiel Command’s enduring commitment to the Army Values. This installment is focused on the Army Value of integrity. The Army’s mission success is based on its trust and confidence in the ability of each Soldier and civilian employee to follow the rules and principles of the organization as they work toward readiness goals. While the Army’s external system of rules and laws is known as ethics, it’s the Army Value of integrity that ensures an employee’s actions and behaviors are right, both legally and morally. With this understanding, Army Materiel Command employees recognize their ongoing commitment to the Army Value of integrity ensures the organization is equipped with dependable information, sound decision-making and appropriate delegation of authority. “The leaders I’ve seen who are most effective understand and live the Army Values, understand the ethical rule set and then they make decisions and provide the right guidance and treat people the right way based on their integrity. It’s about absorbing the value of integrity and living it every day,” said Maj. Gen. Bob Harter, AMC’s chief of staff.
Truth While Army Values like respect, loyalty and personal courage can carry various definitions based on an employee’s culture, background or experience, integrity only has one meaning – truth. “Integrity means I must be true to myself, my family, my supervisor and co-workers and anyone who places trust in me. Integrity is non-negotiable, once violated it is perhaps the hardest element in life to restore as trust is lost,” said Ed Francis, program analyst for AMC’s G-1 Total Force, Military Support and Family Programs. “Integrity violations at that leader level can tear down an organization and can create a cancerous environment that can quickly spread through the employee or Soldier unit, creating uncertainty and ultimately impacting readiness.” How an organization – whether government or industry – views the importance of integrity is set by its senior leaders, said AMC attorney Larry Wilde. “The ethical climate of every organization is set from the top,”
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The Army Value of integrity is essential to building working teams that are high performing and successful. At the Army Materiel Command, integrity ensures employee teams are equipped with dependable information, sound decision-making and appropriate delegation of authority as they collaborate to achieve Army readiness. This file photo was taken before COVID-19 regulations went into affect. he said. “It is the single most important thing. The only way for leaders to effectively emphasize the Army Value of integrity is to visibly and consistently display it. Mere words are not enough.” Perception has a significant role in establishing integrity, Harter said. “Leaders lead by example. If employees know the leader is adhering to the same standards they are expected to adhere to, they are okay with the tough decisions, even if they don’t agree with them because they know the leader is acting in the best interest of the Army and the organization, and they have faith and trust in that leader,” he said. Integrity is most visible within an organization when issues arise, Ed Francis said. “When mission accomplishment is facing challenges or mistakes occur in the process, an employee with integrity will disclose all details and admit to challenges or mistakes,” he said. More than any other Army Value, integrity is built on layers – the more it is exhibited, the more trust and respect it inspires.
Lead by example “Leading from the front and demonstrating integrity in everyday actions, empowers employees to do the same. This shared philosophy makes the organization stronger and makes individuals realize they are part of something bigger than themselves,” said Valerie Francis, AMC’s Health Promotion
program manager and Master Resilience trainer. “Leaders who demonstrate integrity in their everyday actions gain the respect of employees and greatly impact the organization's culture. Leading by example can instill integrity throughout the workforce to achieve the mission.” When an employee team holds each other accountable to the value of integrity it builds team cohesion, Valerie Francis said. “A shared vision of integrity fosters the ability for employees to work together in a unified manner. When honesty and high moral standards are shared by the group, trust is built which leads to collaboration and mission success,” she said. “The shared demonstration of integrity between supervisors/ leaders and their employees sets the climate for the team. Knowing your teammates will always do the right thing, even if no one is looking, solidifies the relationship.”
Violations of integrity Violations of integrity should be treated in a consistent manner, without preference to specific employees, Ed Francis said. Senior leaders should ensure all leaders within the organization implement the same integrity standard. “Senior leaders must encourage the leaders under their supervision to do the right thing. Their actions can affect an employee’s potential and ultimately an organization,” he said.
Likewise, when integrity is not prevalent in an organization or is not consistently enforced among employees, employee discontent and high turnover can result, Ed Francis said. Employees who are valued, who hold themselves accountable and who are tied closely to the mission are more likely to value integrity in the workplace, said Tora Henry, AMC’s Equal Employment Opportunity program manager. “When you care about your work and you care about the end product, you are going to do the right thing,” she said. Acting with integrity is important even when others do not value it. “Each of us is responsible for our own actions,” Valerie Francis said. “We should allow honesty and high moral standards to reflect in our everyday actions, regardless of those around us. Others are watching and by acting with integrity, we might influence others to do so also.” Employees are more productive and committed to their mission when their integrity – an internal moral compass – and their organization’s ethics -- an external force of laws – are compatible. “Army values and the ethics rules are inherently intertwined with what it means to be a Federal employee and public servant,” Wilde said. “The decisions and actions that we take every day reflect our values and personal integrity. They therefore serve to reinforce or undermine the public’s trust in the integrity of the Army as an institution.”
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Financial Readiness is ACS’ goal with By Paul Lara Belvoir Eagle
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rmy Community Services is working hard to ensure Fort Belvoir Families, E-5 and below, have a happy holiday season, with Operation Sugarplum. Registration is open until Nov. 17 for the annual event, where ACS partners with local donors to help support Service members and their families by providing gift cards and food vouchers, according to Taneshia Gray, ACS Specialist. “We do it to make sure our soldiers and families are taken care of during the holidays. Especially this year, due to the family strain that COVID is placing on everyone,” she said, adding that a variety of groups have stepped forward to donate, including Defense Logistics Agency, Fort Belvoir Spouses Club, Fort Belvoir MWR, Fischer House, Jack and Jill of America and other Soldiers and family members. “It’s not just people on our installation, but people off-post that are bringing in donations for our service members.” In previous years, Gray said that they had accepted toys, but this year, as a COVID-19 precaution, they want to limit donations to gift cards and food vouchers. To participate, E-5 Service members assigned to Fort Belvoir, with at least one child 18 years or younger can register for the
program by picking up an application at ACS, Bldg. 1263. Participants are required to submit a completed application form and complete one personal finance course offered by ACS. ACS currently offers three financial readiness classes: Saving and investing with the Thrift Savings Plan; Take Control and Eliminate Debt; and Spend Plan Development, according to Paula Pass, Personal Financial Counselor with ACS. “It’s great financial education,” Pass said.
“It’s free, it’s confidential and there’s not solicitation. The information is presented in a small group setting of 5 to 10 people, and they’re encouraged to come back for a one-on-one meeting, where we can focus on the information that’s relevant to your financial circumstances.” Classes are Nov. 12, 17, 19, and Dec. 9, and will be offered virtually through Microsoft Teams. “We provide Sugarplum donations to all Service members that apply for the program as long as they meet eligibility,” Gray said. Gray added that much of the success of this program is due to the commanders and 1st Sgt.’s, because they identify the people that can benefit from this program, and they reach out to us with a list of families in need. “The cost of living in the DMV can be atrocious. Those junior enlisted individuals with one to five children have a hard time trying to support a family on their pay. Many of the spouses are not working now, with day care closed, and ACS wants to help those soldiers and their children have a beautiful and loving holiday.” To register, get more information, or donate gift cards or food vouchers to Operation Sugarplum, contact ACS’ Financial Readiness Program at 571-2317025 / 7028 / 7000. ACS is located at 5965 6th St, Fort Belvoir.
Washington Football team honors service members By David Fawcett Belvoir Eagle
like this give the NFL franchise a chance to promote their brand with a new name. or the most part, Some who came by for Sgt. 1st Class Jeffrey meals and the appreciation Fread works by packages Oct. 19 were football himself in an empty office fans, others not. And of those as the communications who were football fans, most chief for the 249th Engineer had allegiances to other Battalion at Fort Belvoir. NFL teams besides the one He sees people come in now in Washington since the and then, but not too many Servicemembers come from and not too often as the across the United States. coronavirus restricts But no matter their work schedules. interest level in football or Any time Fread has even the Washington Football a chance to get out and Team, the event is a way interact with others, he does to say thank you to all that so. That’s why Fread looked Servicemembers do for their forward to the Washington country, especially during Salute Event held Oct. 19 this time of COVID-19, when at the USO Warrior and people are not as physically Family Center. Sponsored interacting as much as they by the Washington Football have in the past. Team, Washington Salute “I love the platform we is a program that visits 15 have,” said LaCorazza, who major military installations has held his current position in Virginia, Maryland and Photo by David Fawcett for a year and a half after the District of Columbia Alec LaCorazza, the military liaison for the Washington Football Team, talks to Sgt. 1st previously working for the and provides 100 Class Jeffrey Fread during the Touching Base Tour Oct. 19 at the USO Warrior and USO. “Now more than ever we Family Center. appreciation packages. want to use our platform to Originally from connect and show our support for all they do.” “I’m typically [on base] with my level California, Fread lists the San Francisco The 2020 Touching Base Tour began Oct. 5 of responsibilities,” Fread said. “This is a 49ers as his favorite team. But the Washington nice diversion to get out of the office. It’s a and will connect with 1,500 Servicemembers. Football Team is second, especially since it “This boosts them,” said Sara Martin, the morale boost.” program specialist for the Warrior and Family Alec LaCorazza, the military liaison for the has former 49ers quarterback Alex Smith on Center at Belvoir. “It means a lot.” Washington Football Team, said opportunities the roster.
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DPW’s Memorialization Series kicks off By Fort Belvoir DPW Environmental Division
Thayer established our nation’s first college of engineering at West Point. His aptitude for educational organization s an installation with over 100 and technological teaching subsequently years of Army history, Fort Belvoir influenced colleges throughout the has taken steps to commemorate country, earning him honorary degrees the important figures and moments from several colleges, including Harvard of the past. The Fort Belvoir Cultural and Dartmouth. Thayer served in the Resources Management Program at the Army Corps of Engineers for 30 years, Directorate of Public Works strives to overseeing construction of forts protecting protect the various historic resources around post while supporting the mission Boston Harbor, and he retired from of the Garrison. Recently, the Cultural the Army with over 45 years of service. Resources Team took a deeper look into President Abraham Lincoln nominated the many memorials and dedications Thayer for the award of the honorary around the installation. This article is the grade of brevet brigadier general, United first in a series to highlight the origins of States Army, in 1864. Thayer founded the five memorials on the installation. School of Engineering at Dartmouth, and Memorialization is prevalent in the in his will, he left funds to his hometown Army and throughout the military. A of Braintree, Massachusetts, to build a Photo Courtesy of K. Cline memorialization honors the deceased while public library and academy. He is buried Building 270, Thayer Hall. a dedication honors an individual who is at West Point and is memorialized there still alive. These honors can be with a building and statue. Thayer has been Thayer Hall bestowed in the naming of streets, rooms, recognized in numerous other ways over the buildings, groups of buildings, military Thayer Hall, which fronts the Parade Grounds years including memorialization on other installations, or other facilities. Army and is located next to Post Headquarters, is a buildings, streets, a U.S. Great Americans Regulation 1-33 The Army Memorial Program, memorialization to Colonel and Brevet Brigadier series postage stamp, and a species of lizard governs memorials to deceased Army, other General Sylvanus Thayer (1785-1872). During is even named in his honor. Given that Fort military members, and Department of the his lifetime, Thayer had lasting impacts on Belvoir’s Thayer Hall was originally a library, Army Civilians, providing specific criteria for the military and on education. He is known as memorializing Thayer, who so highly valued consideration for this honor as well as a thorough the “Father of the Military Academy” at West and impacted education, was a perfect choice vetting process. The intent of a memorialization Point, having established numerous traditions for this building. or dedication is to not only honor the individual’s and policies which are still in use there today. To learn more about other memorializations outstanding service but to also present that For example, as Superintendent of West Point, on Fort Belvoir, visit the Fort Belvoir person as an inspiration to their fellow soldiers, he earned the respect of cadets of the time by Environmental Division Facebook page at running the academy as a meritocracy, which was www.facebook.com/FortBelvoirEnvironmental employees, and other citizens; thus, expanding a revolutionary idea in education at that time. that person’s legacy to future generations. throughout this month.
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Turkey Trot continues in a new format By David Fawcett Belvoir Eagle
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Virtual Healthy Eating Workshop Join ACS’s Family Advocacy Program for a Virtual Healthy Eating Workshop today from 10 – 11 a.m. This class will help you create healthy eating habits for you and your family. Enjoy samples of a healthy plate, discuss portion sizes, and receive a booklet with family friendly recipes. Other upcoming dates are April 16 and July 16, 2021. This workshop is free and open to all Active Duty Military, Retiree s, their Families, DoD Civilian Employees, and Contractors. Participants must register by calling 571-231-7001 or 703-231-7029.
Flu Information Hotline Fort Belvoir Community Hospital’s Flu Information Hotline is ready to provide you with the latest information regarding this season’s Flu Vaccine. You may access the hotline 24/7 by calling 571-231-7777.
Operation Sugarplum 2020 Underway Registration is open until Nov. 17 for Belvoir’s Annual Operation Sugarplum. Each year, ACS partners with local donors to help support service members and their Families during the holidays. This program assists eligible Families assigned to Fort
anger and other emotions, and more. Upcoming workshop dates are Nov. 17, Feb. 11, May 13, and Aug. 12, 2021. Each workshop will be held from 10 - 11 a.m. and is open to all Active Duty Military, Retirees, their Families, DoD Civilian Employees, and Contractors. Register by calling 571-231-7028.
Thanksgiving Dinner To-Go – Final days Leave the cooking to us! MWR is offering Thanksgiving Day Dinner To-Go as an alternative to meal preparation or dining out. The 10-person menu features Turkey, Mashed Potatoes, Cornbread Stuffing, Green Beans or Collard Greens, Cranberry Sauce, Rolls w/ Butter and Turkey Gravy for $150. Ham and desserts can be added on. The dinners will be prepared and ready for pickup on Wed., Nov. 25, by 7 p.m. Payment is due at time of reservation and can be paid over the phone or in-person at the Golf Club, 8450 Beulah St, Bldg. 2920, on weekdays from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. All reservations must be made by Nov. 16. For reservations, call 703-806-5886.
Relaxation and Stress Relief Workshop Is stress not letting you focus on anything else? Join ACS for a virtual Relaxation and Stress Relief Workshop. This class will discuss useful tools to manage stress in a healthy way. Topics will include how to identify stressors, the impact of poorly managed stress, the link between stress,
The Religious Support Office’s weekly worship services are conducted virtually and in-person on Fort Belvoir, with an in-person limit of 50 per service. To view virtual services and register for in-person services, visit their Facebook page at Facebook.com/FortBelvoirRSO. Services are: • Jewish, Belvoir Chapel, Fridays, 7 p.m.; and Saturdays, 10 a.m. • Catholic, Fairfax Chapel, MondaysThursdays, 12:05 p.m.; and Sundays, 11 a.m. Belvoir Chapel, Saturdays, 5 p.m.; and Sundays, 9:30 a.m. • Anglican, Fairfax Chapel, Sundays, 9 a.m. • Chapel Next, Resiliency Center, Sundays, 9:30 a.m. • Traditional, Belvoir Chapel, Sundays, 11 a.m. • Gospel, Thurman Hall, Sundays, 11:30 a.m.
Dads 101 Let the Army Community Service New Parent Support team show you how to overcome your fears and get comfortable in your paternal role. This virtual class
teaches dads and dads-to-be the needed tips and tools to help them become more successful. Whether a first-time dad or a first-time attendee, this session will empower you with advice and tricks to become the best dad you can be. Upcoming class dates include: November 18, and December 9, 2020. Class dated for 2021 are: January 6 and 27, February 10 and 24, March 10 and 24, April 14 and 28, May 12 and 26, June 9 and 23, July 14 and 28, August 11 and 25, September 8 and 22, and October 13 and 27. Classes are held 3 - 4 p.m. on Wednesdays. This workshop is open to all Active Duty Military, Retirees, their Families, DoD Civilian Employees, and Contractors. Participants must register by calling 571-231-7028.
Virtual Turkey Trot 5k/10k The Turkey Trot 5k/10k is Fort Belvoir’s premier race of the year and this year it will be held virtually. Participants can choose their own course for either distance. Registration and run will take place from Nov. 1 - Nov. 30. The cost is $15 and entitles the first 650 participants to a commemorative shirt while supplies last. Don’t forget to wear your turkey costumes or festive fall apparel, and post your photos on the MWR Facebook page using #TurkeyTrot2020. Eligible participants include all Military, DoD Civilians, Retirees, Family Members, their Guests, and Installation Visitors. To register, visit belvoir. armymwr.com, search Turkey Trot. Call Sports & Fitness at 703-806-4430 for more information.
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79 Nokesvillle Commander, U.S. Navy Years of service: 22 Honors/details: Swift Boat operator in Vietnam From the nominator: My husband served in Vietnam, and that era did not honor the veterans as so many were against the war. The veterans were actually heckled. He never felt appreciated until recently.
JAMES A. ARDAIOLO 72 Manassas Major, U.S. Marine Corps Years of service: 20 Honors/details: Meritorious Service Medal; Naval Commendation Medal; Marine Corps Expeditionary Medal; National Defense Medal. Commissioned as 2nd Lieutenant in June 1970; Air Intercept Control Officer, MCAS, Yuma, Ariz.; Assistant Provost Marshal, Yuma, Ariz.; Naval Flight Officer School designated Radar Intercept Officer in F-4 Phantom; Flight Instructor at NAS Pensacola, Fla., teaching engineering at Naval Aviation Schools Command and RIO Training Course at VT-86; attended Command and Staff College, Quantico; Assistant Air Officer for 1st MAB; Flew off USS Coral Sea with VMFA-531 and CVW-14 during Iranian Hostage Crisis (144 traps). Assorted department tours within VMFA-531 (1976-80) and VMFA-232 (198486). Firepower department head at MCOTEA, Quantico (198790). From the nominator: For as long as I've known my husband,
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58 Lake Ridge Sergeant Major, U.S. Army Years of service: 22 Honors/details: Bronze Star, Purple Heart, Meritorious Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal and more. From the nominator: Brent was
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severely injured while deployed in the Middle East. Determined to return to his troops, he did everything in his power to make that a reality. Upon his return, he was injured again, resulting in the loss of a leg and numerous other issues. But he would want to be known for his work, which continues to this day. No one I know better embodies bravery, courage and compassion than Brent Jurgersen. When we met, I had no idea what he had been through. I later learned he had suffered two separate and severe combat injuries while deployed to the Middle East, resulting in the loss of a leg, shattered arm, head wound and more. But, Brent was driven by a “no quit” attitude to recover and persevere. Through his work with Wounded Warriors he continues service to his country and leads servicemembers by example. It’s an honor to know Brent, he continues to impress me.
GUALBERTO ROSA JR. 31 Gainesville U.S. Army Years of service: 8 Honors/ details: Tour in the Middle East Nominator’s words: He believes in his country and what it stand for – us!
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73 Woodbridge Major, U.S. Marine Corps Years of service: 21 Honors/details: Bronze Star with Combat V, Combat Action Ribbon, numerous medals and military and civilian awards. Proudly fought in Vietnam; two deployments to Far
East/Okinawa, one deployment to the Mediterranean. Served or trained in Greece, Crete, Singapore, Japan, Okinawa, Alaska, Italy, Sardinia, Hong Kong, Corfu, Caribbean, South Korea, Philippines, and Thailand. Nominator’s words: All veterans should be acknowledged on Veterans Day.
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30 Dale City Sergeant, U.S. Army Years of service: 8 Honors/details: Army Commendation Medal (2), Army Achievement Medal (2), Army Good Conduct Medal, Afghanistan Campaign Medal w/ Campaign Star-2, National Defense Service Medal, NATO Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal. Three-year tour overseas to Schofield Barracks, deployment to Afghanistan in 2011-2012 with the International Security Assistance Forces. Nominator’s words: Sean is the youngest sibling of six. Born and raised in Dumfries. We did not come from a military background and oftentimes overlooked the everyday events, holidays that our service men and women sacrifice every day. That was until our youngest brother joined the service at 19. He sacrificed many holidays, birthdays and family events for our country and he was proud of doing so. Even though at times I know it was hard to do. Since becoming a U.S. Army veteran, Sean has graduated from Liberty University, holds a successful job for the Department of The Navy, and recently purchased his first home. I know, without a doubt, that his success will not stop there. I nominate him because he has made our family proud and gave us a new-found respect and love for all the men and women in service.
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Nominator’s words: Even though he is no longer actively in the military, he still carries the values and beliefs with him in all that he does. He loves his country, and I admire him and all the other service men and women for their sacrifices.
Honors/details: Army Commendation Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Cold War Victory Medal. From 1969 through 1971, he served as Communications Security officer, HQ 507th Army Security Agency (ASA) Group, Augsburg, Germany and as Commanding Officer, Detachment I, 507th ASA Group, attached to HQ, 3rd Infantry Division, Würzburg, Germany.
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97 Haymarket United States Army Years of service: 4 Honors/ details: Won a Purple Heart in the Battle of the Bulge Attended Yale for part of his Army training and graduated from Yale in 1948 along with George Herbert Walker Bush! Nominator’s words: I have known Phil for some 25 years. He is a kind Christian man who is so grateful for each day and all of his adventures.
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Nominator’s words: We're so very proud of our dad and his service to our country.
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49 Ashburn E6, U.S. Navy Years of service: 12 Honors/Details: JSAM tours in Italy, Spain and Germany. Nominator’s words: My husband served with honor as a cryptologist and carries his military training and discipline into our business and family life.
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Years of services: 23 Honors/details: Numerous awards and certificates over his 23 years of service. Nominator’s words: George Hall is a great American who not only served this country for 23 years, but he is also a local law enforcement officer with 30 years of service. He has a huge heart and will go out of his way to help anyone. If you happen to know George you should consider yourself lucky.
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73 Arlington U.S. Army Years of service: 4 Honors/details: Bronze Star. Served in 1st Signal Brigade in Vietnam (1966-69) Nominator’s words: Charles is currently homeless in the Arlington area. My colleagues and I have been helping him for months.
CESAR NADER 49 Woodbridge Captain, U.S. Marine Corps Years of service: 21 Honors/ details: Combat Action Ribbon, Meritorious Service Medal Nominator’s words: Cesar has mentored and trained hundreds of veterans across the country. He’s helped several veterans start their business and has provided executive advice and counsel to smallbusiness owners so they can grow their business. He supports military youth through his cyber summer camp programs. He has built a $10 million Cybersecurity Center of Excellence to develop technology programs to train and grow more cyber professionals as his fellow veterans transition out of the military. Cesar spends tremendous amounts of time and resources investing himself and helping every veteran who comes in contact with him. He is a true hero.
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BRUCE JACKSON 57 Manassas Specialist, U.S. Army Years of service: 3 Honors/ details: Served at Camp Kastle, South Korea Nominator’s words: Bruce was honored to protect the United States and her allies as he served in the U.S. Army.
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65 Ashburn Sergeant Major, U.S. Army Years of service: 26 Honors/details: Legion of Merit, Defense Meritorious Service Medal, Meritorious Service Medal (eight times), Army Commendation Medal (four times); Army Achievement Medal (twice), and a host of other
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CORY WILL 99 Manassas PFC, U.S. Army Years of service: 4 Honors/details: Served in the 6888 Postal Battalion Women’s Army Corp Nominator’s words: I am nominating my mother because she was one of the first African American women to serve in the military. Her unit consisted of 855 women. There are nine remaining. They were never recognized for their years of service 70 years ago and are now being recognized over the last two years.
42 Bristow Gunnery sergeant, U.S. Marine Corps Years of service: 17 Honors/details: Served in Iraq and Afghanistan. Nominator’s words: Cory is a combat vet who has overcome many adversities and was able to complete
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47 Triangle Sergeant, U.S. Army Years of service: 9 Nominator’s words: Mr. Starr is an advocate for freedom and patriotism for our land and his fellow U.S. Army soldiers. He displays honor and appreciation for the USA with courage and valor.
the movie and mingled with the extras for close to a month were Steve McQueen, Richard Crenna, Richard Attenborough, Candice Bergen, Simon Oakland and Larry Gates. Nominator’s words: Chief Alexander had a stellar career in the Navy that spanned over 22 years. He was personally selected and assigned to the afloat staff of two Rear Admirals, and ultimately assigned to supervise the Secretariat of Vice Admiral Trost on the Staff of the Chief of Naval Operations. He completed this four-year tour of duty as Admiral Trost earned his fourth star and became the Chief of Naval Operations.
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JASON MARQUITH 74 Lorton Sergeant, U.S. Marine Corps Years of service: 3 Honors/Details: Three Purple Hearts: 1966, 1967 and 1968. Tank commander in Vietnam, Nominator's words: My father is a disabled Vietnam veteran. Even with his right wrist being blown off in Vietnam, he has built a lifetime of successes. He worked on and helped build an addition to our entire house, and he has done just every repair on his home that was needed. He had his own business. He was the chief engineer at Westfields Conference Center and worked for Marriott for 23 years. He has taught basic electricity and engineering management. His current hobby is blacksmithing, which he is quite skilled at. He is an inspiration for all. His outgoing personality, quick wit, humor and lovable attitude for life has inspired us all. Some would say that Charlie would make a great standup comedian. We love and adore our Daddy with every piece of our heart. We want the entire world to see how proud we are of him, for his service
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50 Leesburg Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Army Years of service: 26 Honors/details: Served in Bosnia, Germany and Afghanistan with ISAF headquarters and at the Pentagon. Nominator’s words: Jason exemplifies service to country and community. He sacrificed over 30 years of service through West Point and continuing with 26-plus years in the Army. He has instilled values of honoring our country and what it means to be an upstanding citizen and the responsibilities we have to make this country great to our son. He has such a giving and kind spirit and focuses always on how to give back and help others.
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of loyalty, duty, respect, selfless service, honor, integrity, and personal courage – every day. He cared for the soldiers he led and the nation and the people he supported. He participated in combat, peacekeeping, counter-narcotic, and border surveillance missions with light, airborne and mechanized infantry units worldwide. Even though the demands of his military career were great, he was also a loving husband and devoted father to our three wonderful children, always placing us first in his life.
55 Gainesville Colonel, U.S. Army Years of service: 29 Honors/details: Legion of Merit; Bronze Star; Combat Infantryman’s Badge; Ranger Tab; Senior Parachutist; Air Assault Badge, Expert Infantryman's Badge. Operational deployments to Afghanistan (twice), the Middle East and Central America. Two overseas tours in Germany. Nominator’s words: James served 29 years as an infantry officer in the Army. During his career, he lived and exemplified the Army’s values
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95 Fairfax Torpedoman Third Class, U.S. Navy Years of service: 4 Honors/details: Robert Marovelli joined the Navy at 17, where he served as a torpedoman assigned to PT Boats in the South Pacific during World War II. He served in New Guinea, the Solomon Islands, Dutch West Indies, and the Southern Philippines. He survived the sinking of two PT Boats due to enemy action. Nominator’s words: He is one of the last of his generation. He has an amazing unique story of service in World War II.
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and the founding of the Freedom Museum, and was a member of the American Legion Post 10, where he once served as Post Commander. Chuck passed away Oct. 20, 2020.
COL. BOBBY B. SIMMONS 86 Springfield Colonel, U.S. Army Years of service: 28 Honors/details: Legion of Merit, Bronze Star with oak leaf cluster, Vietnam Service Medal, Parachutist Badge and others. Served in Saigon (1966-67) and Headquarters European Command, Stuttgart, Germany (1970-73) Nominator’s words: My father proudly served his country for the majority of his adult life. He never asked for, nor expected to receive, special recognition for his service.
ROB NEISER
71 Manassas Private First Class, U.S. Army Years of service: 2 Honor/details: Soldier’s Medal. Served in the 4th Infantry Division in Vietnam (1969-70). Vietnam was the defining event in Chuck’s life and his life’s work was to serve veterans causes. Nominator’s words: Fifty years ago, Chuck came home from Vietnam. The older he got, the more pride he had of his service in Vietnam. Chuck was one of the driving forces in the establishment of the War Memorial at Freedom Park in Woodbridge
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55 Manassas United States Army Nominator’s words: Rob deserves to be recognized for his service. He was a tanker and lived in Colorado and served overseas in Germany.
DENISE ORMSBY
55 Woodbridge Specialist, U.S. Army Years of service: 3 Honors/details: Serviced in the Military Police.
Nominator’s words: She is still giving back to the community. Her bistro, The Spot On Mill Street, supports and honors military and first responders. The hero’s table is the cornerstone of The Spot. She also raises money, through community vouchers, to feed those in need.
WAYNE CAREY 57 Nokesville 2nd Lieutenant, U.S. Navy Years of service: 4 Honors/details: He also served in the National Guard for four years. Nominator’s words: He to this day still upholds this country’s values and I am so proud of him.
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54 Queens, N.Y. Sergeant E-5, U.S. Marine Corps Years of Service: 8 Honors/details: National Defense Medal for Operation Desert Storm, Navy Unit Commendation, Marine Unit Commendation, Good Conduct, three-time Rifle Expert Badge, Sea Service Deployment Ribbon. NCO School Graduate Game Warden; funeral detail; 5th Marines Infantry Unit. Nominator’s words: I am nominating my veteran because he is constantly going above and beyond what is asked of him. He gives 100% of himself to his friends and family without asking for anything in return. I wanted to show him how much he is loved and appreciated and that his kindness, love, support and hard work are not going unnoticed. He is kind, caring and has a beautiful heart. He deserves the world and more for all the great things he has done for those around him. INSIDENOVA.COM • NOVEMBER 2020 • HONORING LOCAL VETERANS | VETERANS DAY TRIBUTE
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