Pacific Defender Fall 2012

94th Army Air Missile Defense Command

PACIFIC DEFENDER FIRST LINE OF DEFENSE

“Back to the Basics”

SERGEANTS MAJOR STYLE

FORGING

PARTNERSHIPS

FLIGHT TEST INTEGRATION-01: MISSION SUCCESS

94th Army Air Missile Defense Command

PACIFIC DEFENDER

P U B L I SH E R Brig. Gen. Daniel Karbler Commanding General B OA R D OF DI R E C TOR S Col. William Stacey Chief of Staff Command Sgt. Maj. Ted Pritchard Command Sgt. Maj. E DI TOR IA L B OA R D E DI TOR S Maj. Gabriella Mckinney Public Affairs Officer, 94th AAMDC Sgt. 1st Class Karry James Public Affairs NCOIC, 94th AAMDC L AYOU T & DE SI G N T E A M Element Media, Inc. Jamie Giambrone Tiffany Davis-Rustam Tricia Lopez

PUBLISHER: 94th Army Air and Missile Defense Command Public Affairs Office, Building 334, Ft. Shafter, HI 96858. The Pacific Defender is a yearly authorized publication of the 94th Army Air and Missile Defense Command. The views expressed herein are those of the individual writer and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the Department of the Army. Unless others wise stated, material in this magazine may be reprinted without person; please credit the magazine and the author. The Pacific Defender can also be found online at www. usarpac.army.mil/94AAMDC.

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The Official Magazine of the 94th Army Air and Missile Defense Command

C ON T R I BU T I NG W R I T E R S Sgt. Maj. Edward Baptiste

94th Army Air & Missile Defense Command Sgt. Maj. Mike Maynard 94th Army Air & Missile Defense Command Sgt. Maj. Glen Caspari 94th Army Air & Missile Defense Command Lt. Col Clyde Cochrane 94th Army Air & Missile Defense Command Staff Sgt. John Johnson 94th Army Air & Missile Defense Command Sgt. Louis Lamar 94th Army Air & Missile Defense Command 1st Lt. Gary Manley 94th Army Air & Missile Defense Command Sgt. 1st Class Adam Phelps 94th Army Air & Missile Defense Command Lt. Col. Glen Woolgar 94th Army Air & Missile Defense Command Capt. John Cruz 5th Battlefield Command Detachment

Spc. Shawn Denham 35th Brigade, Air Defense Artillery Spc. Issac Castleberry 6th Battalion, 52nd Air Defense Artillery Sgt. 1st Class Jason Kennedy 2nd Battalion, 1st Air Defense Artillery Regiment Public Affairs 1st Lt. Rufino Farias 1st Battalion, 1st Air Defense Artillery 1st Lt. Carleigh Vollbrecht 1st Battalion, 1st Air Defense Artillery

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ON THE COVER: A PATRIOT Advanced Capability 3 (PAC-3) interceptor is launched from Omelek Island during MDA’s historic integrated flight test on Oct. 24, 2012 Photo taken by Andrew Hall, Missile Defense Agency.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS Integrating Air Missile Defense in the Pacific Demonstrating the critical interoperability of air missile defense assets while protecting the Pacific

Cover Story

FTI-01: 94th contributes to a successful flight test

Forging Partnerships

Building relationships with our partner nations in the Pacific

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“Back to the Basics” Sergeants Major Style Page 22 Senior Enlisted Soldiers speak out about what it means to get “Back to the Basics”

Community Works

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Behind the Scenes

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Retirees Honored

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Soldiers at work giving back to the community

Honoring our Heroes that go above and beyond the call of duty

The command pays tribute to the Soldiers that have selflessly served this nation.

Sea Dragon 6 Aloha, Koneechewa, An nyoung, and Hello! Welcome to our very first edition of our command magazine, “The Pacific Defender.” This year has been simply amazing year and within just these five months that I have been in command, I have been inspired and truly honored to serve with a great team of professionals.

New grounds in history have been made in the missile defense community over the past year. Most recently, the 94th AAMDC participated in the largest, most complex missile defense flight test ever attempted. This magazine edition not only highlights FTI-01 and other accomplishments, but will it is a combination of successes focusing on forging partnerships with our allies, getting “Back to the Basics” and the integration of air missile defense in the Pacific.

Much has been said and written about the rebalance to the Asia-Pacific Area of Responsibility. Throughout the next year, it is my goal that the 94th AAMDC takes a lead role in the Unites States’ Army Asia-Pacific rebalance effort. Real-world events, live-fire exercises, full-scale operational tests, force modernization, and Theater Security Cooperation Programs are but a few of the activities that will drive the Air and Missile Defense Soldier to the forefront of mission accomplishment in the Asia-Pacific Theater.

I would like to thank all of the Soldiers, Civilians and Families who give so much, ask so little, and make Soldiering in this command so special. As a wise Air Defender once said, “In our Air Defense Branch, we often talk a lot about weapons systems and fires capabilities, but I stand here to let you know that our branch is not great because of missiles, launchers or radars. It’s our people who make us great.”

I hope you enjoy our first edition of the “Pacific Defender” and we look forward to sharing our accomplishments and endeavors with you in the future!

First Line of Defense!

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CSM LETTER In the year and a half or so that I have been fortunate enough to be the Command Sergeant Major of the 94th Army Air and Missile Defense Command, there have been many firsts. This initial edition of “The Pacific Defender” which features the stories and photos of the great Soldiers behind these “firsts” is an honorary means of highlighting the great accomplishments that the 94th AAMDC is capable of.

The 94th AAMDC has truly proven to be America’s “First Line of Defense” over the past year. The total team effort exhibited by 94th AAMDC in support of our strategic allies is commendable and worthy of the admiration of other units within the Missile Defense Agency, the Army, and the Department of Defense.

I hope you enjoy reading about our “first” performances and the many successes the 94th has benefitted from as we participated in the first ever Flight Mission Simulator - Digital Training during Ulchi Focus Guardian and Navy Fleet Synthetic Trainer–Joint Exercise, as well as the many fascinating articles featuring our distinguished non-commissioned officer’s accomplishments during events like Warrior Challenge and Back to Basics.

I am sure that as you read the many motivating stories and photos contained in this first edition of “The Pacific Defender”, your pride at being a part of something larger than yourself will be overwhelming as it was for me.

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94th AAMDC Participates In

Historic Missile Defense Flight Test

TOP: FTI-01 Army Air Missile Defense Team poses during operations at Meck Island, Kwajalein Atoll, Republic of Marshall Islands. | BOTTOM LEFT: Soldiers from the 1-1 ADA Battalion conduct a Missile Reload at Meck Island, Kwajalein Atoll, Republic of Marshall Islands in preparation for Flight Test Integrated-01. | RIGHT: Various photos taken during FTI-01 operations. | All photos taken Missile Defence Agency

FORT SHAFTER, HAWAII — It is a typical scene. Soldiers are at the ready with their weapons, palms sweaty hoping for a chance to prove themselves worthy of being called a warrior. But, this is no ordinary battlefield. The Soldiers hold no rifle, but with the click of a mouse they can release a momentous weapon that is much more powerful than a rifle. The Soldiers of the 94th Army Air Missile Defense Command are sitting at their respective computer screens ready to follow orders to launch a missile that will defend our positions against the 4

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enemies’ rockets. For this day, the event was just a test. The targets were launched and intercepted by us to ensure that our ballistic missile defenses are ready, reliable and capable under realistic operational conditions.

The most complex missile defense flight test ever attempted in history was successfully conducted by Soldiers from 94th AAMDC, 32nd AAMDC, Sailors aboard the USS Fitzgerald, Airmen from the 613th Air and Space Operations Center and the Missile Defense Agency P ACI FI C

October 24, 2012 at various locations throughout the Pacific.

Flight Test Integrated (FTI) -01 was a live-fire demonstration that involved an integrated air and ballistic missile defense architecture that used multiple sensors and missile defense systems to engage multiple targets simultaneous.

Being the Army’s operational lead for Theater Air Missile Defense in the Pacific, the 94th AAMDC played a critical role in the test.

“The 94th AAMDC was involved at all levels of the historic live fire test that took place in several locations throughout the Pacific,” said Air Defense Artillery Fire Control Officer Capt. Brendan McIntyre, assigned to the 94th AAMDC cell in the Air Operations Center at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam. He also added that it was the 94th AAMDC’s role to provide command and control oversight for the

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maneuver and to operate the equipment located at U.S. Army Kwajalein Atoll/ Reagan Test Site as well as operate the controls here in Hawaii.

A short-range missile target was intercepted by the Patriot Advanced Capability (PAC-3) Phase Array Tasking Radar to Intercept on Target (PATRIOT) defense system operated by Soldiers from the 1st Battalion, 1st Air Defense Artillery stationed at Kadena Airbase in Okinawa, Japan. Soldiers from the 94th AAMDC and 1-1 ADA Battalion deployed to the Reagan Test site in mid-August in order to prepare for this mission.

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Staff Sgt. Regina Leroy, air defense artillery fire control assistant said, “It provided a new motivation, purpose, and direction for Soldiers, Sailors and Airmen because during your career, no matter how short or long, you spend the whole time training for these type of events, and to see and be a part of history really motivates you to know that what you are doing, it matters.”

The 94th AAMDC continues to stand as “The First Line of Defense” against an ever-increasing ballistic missile threat. Through live test fires, regional and theater-level exercises, and building partnership with allies and partners, the Sea Dragons of the 94th AAMDC PAC I FI C

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Article by : Sgt. 1st Class Karry L. James 94th AAMDC, Public Affairs

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94TH AAMDC’s

Critical Role in the AOC

Servicemembers work in a joint environment at the Air Operations Command on Joint Base Hickam/Pearl Harbor.

The 94th Army Air and Missile Defense Command (AAMDC) has a critical role in the function of the Space and Air Operations Center (AOC) on Hickam AFB, Hawaii and is deeply integrated into the 613th AOC in the Pacific Area of Operations.

The 94th AAMDC is the Army’s operational lead for the Army Theater Air Missile Defense (TAMD) in Pacific Command (PACOM). In wartime, the 94th AAMDC deploys into the theater of operations in support of the Army forces (ARFOR) commander or, if designated, the Joint Force Land Component Commander (JFLCC), and the Joint Force Air Component Commander (JFACC), ensuring that Army Theater Air Missile Defense (TAMD) operations are properly coordinated and integrated with those joint and multinational forces.

The command section of the 94th AAMDC exercises Command and Control (C2) of all the AAMDC and its subordinate units, to include: 1-1 Air Defense Artillery (ADA) Battalion out of Kadena AB, Okinawa, Japan; 35th ADA Brigade out of Osan AB, South Korea; and 5th Battlefield Coordination Detachment (BCD) and 10th Missile Defense Detachment (MDD) out of Hickam AFB, Hawaii. The Commanding General (CG) acts as the Deputy Area Air Defense Commander (DAADC), the Theater Air and Missile Defense Coordinator (TAMDCOORD), and the Senior ADA Officer in PACOM. As the DAADC, the 94th AAMDC CG is the subject matter expert on ADA capabilities and limitations as well as ADA theory and practical application. 94th AAMDC is assigned to US Army Pacific (USARPAC) and provides direct support to the Area Air Defense Commander (AADC), the CG of the 13th Air Force operating out of the 613th AOC at Hickam AFB. When 13th Air Force deactivated, this DS mission went to PACAF. One of the most important elements that the 94th brings to the fight in the AOC is the Sensor Management section. This section controls the AN/TPY-2 radar that is stationed in Shariki, 6

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Japan and provides ballistic missile tracking and cueing to U.S. and Japanese Aegis BMD ships, as well as feeding the tracking data into the U.S. missile defense system, providing engagementquality data to the Ground Based Interceptor sites in the U.S. It is literally the “First Line of Defense.” This section maintains control of the radar on a 24/7 basis, every day of the year.

Other elements that work directly with the 613th AOC include the Air Defense Artillery Fire Control Officers (ADAFCO), whose mission is to coordinate air defense fires within the 613th AOC with the Sector/Regional Air Defense Commander and de-conflicts fires with the Navy Upper tier Coordination Officer (UTCO), a Navy officer who works side-by-side with the ADAFCOs and the SADO. All of this is done in coordination within the 613th AOC with counterparts during exercises and contingencies in an integrated effort with Air Force, Navy, and Marines, as well as allied nations. The Plans and Exercises (PLEX) Section has a large role in making suggestions to the Area Air Defense Plan (AADP) approved by the AADC. Additionally, the Attack Operations sections work closely with the Air Force targeteers to ensure that enemy targets that affect the Integrated Air and Missile Defense (IAMD) mission are reflected in the ATO planning process.

They also work with the Combat Operations Division to ensure that any TST targets are prosecuted as aircraft become available.

The level in integration between the 94th AAMDC and the 613th AOC has proven to be a tremendous combat multiplier in the Integrated Air and Missile Defense fight in the Pacific.

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Article by: Lt. Col. Clyde Cochrane 94th AAMDC, Air Operations Center Detachment OIC D EFEN D ER

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Air Defenders Stand Ready

During Ulchi-Freedom Guardian OSAN AIR BASE — For Soldiers stationed on the South Korean peninsula, training is a daily occurrence to maintain their combat skills in an effort to deter aggression from the north. Many field training events are hosted throughout the year, but one in particular brings together the combined powers of the 8th Army, United States Forces Korea and its allies in a training exercise designed to improve combat readiness and joint combined interoperability.

Soldiers of the 35th Air Defense Artillery Brigade are participating in the annual Ulchi-Freedom Guardian exercise at Osan Air Base, Aug. 20-31.

“UFG is a peninsula-wide Command and Control exercise to help us prepare for the defense of the Republic of Korea, if it should be necessary,” said Capt. Theo Van Dam, Air Defense Artillery Fire Control Officer (ADAFCO) with 35th ADA. “UFG is important because it helps us practice our job under relatively realistic conditions and help us to work with [command groups] we may not get a chance to work with every day.”

ADAFCO helps the 35th ADA mission by actively managing the air battle for the brigade, said Van Dam. Other Soldiers contribute to the missionas well, from electronic maintenance to communications.

“I make sure [communications] lines are good with the battalions and let the higher command know that the mission is good,” said PFC Darian Haygood, a signal support specialist with Headquarters and Headquarters Battery, 35th ADA. “And if a line is not good, we inform them of what are we doing to maintain communication and fix the problem.”

This training mission was different from Key Resolve, held earlier in the year, as it involves more interaction with 8th Army and all other units across the peninsula, not just brigade training, said Haygood.

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ABOVE: Pvt. Garrett Field, a patriot missile defense specialist with Battery D, 6-52nd ADA, conducts a service check on a Patriot missile system during Ulchi-Freedom Guardian at Osan Air Base, Aug. 21. Patriot missiles comprise the main defensive capabilities of the 35th Air Defense Artillery Brigade and provide protection from enemy missiles. Photos by Spc. Shawn Denham.

sure everything is up and being maintained. After the exercise we’ll go back to our daily routine with more knowledge about what we do in our jobs, and be able to work even better at what we do.”

Along with the 35th ADA, subordinate units such as Battery C, 2nd Battalion, 1st Artillery Brigade and Battery D, 6th Battalion, 52nd Artillery Brigade maintain vigilant watch over the air base with their Patriot missile systems, ready to operate if the call for support comes.

“My job during UFG is to keep security over Osan Air Base and make sure everything is maintained so we can have an effective mission,” said Pvt. Garrett Field, a patriot missile defense specialist with Battery D, 6-52nd ADA. “I help make sure we get our objectives complete.

On Aug. 23, Gen. James Thurman, commander of United States Forces Korea, made a visit to HHB, 35th ADA. Thurman talked to specially selected Air Defenders and award them challenge coins for their performance in the brigade.

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Korea is our ability to provide a ballistic missile umbrella over this peninsula,” said Thurman. “The work you’re doing over here is absolutely critical, and I want you to know that I sincerely appreciate it, and I appreciate the dedication and sense of duty and purpose you show. Thanks for what you’re doing and stay focused on the mission.”

Along with Thurman, ROK Gen. Kwon, Oh Sung, deputy commander of ROK-U.S. Combined Forces Command, spoke to the Air Defenders and also presented his own coin as a token of his appreciation for everything they do.

“I’d like to render my utmost appreciation for all of you for working in the most powerful organization in the world, the U S Army,” said Kwon. “Be proud of the fact that you’re part of this team, and be proud of this country and I hope you develop great affection for this country during your service here.” ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

Article by: Spc. Shawn Denham, 35th ADA, Public Affairs

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5TH BCD Hosts

Operational Intergration Seminar

Members of the 5th BCD and various other units pose for a picture during the operational integration seminar on July 9, 2012 at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii.

SCHOFIELD BARRACKS, HAWAII — As the senior liaison unit for the Commander, Army Forces, the 5th BCD facilitates the synchronization of air operations with Army ground operations through the coordination of air support and the exchange of operational and intelligence data. The BCD insures that the Joint Force Air Component Commander and Joint Air Operations Center are aware of the ARFOR Commander’s intent, scheme of maneuver, and requirements for air support. In efforts to provide continuous exchange of information to its partners, the 5th Battlefield Coordination Detachment hosted an operational integration seminar from the 6th to the 10th of Aug. 2012 at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii.

The seminar was held as a means to effectively teach the 5th BCD Soldiers the art of being a liaison at the operational level of war and how to connect and integrate all of the key elements on a joint war fighting team.

“Whenever a person requests a joint asset we want to give them an idea about the processes, cycles and different teams within those processes to ensure their requests are met,” said Sgt. Maj. William Moore, the 5th BCD sergeant major and an EL Paso, Texas native. “That is the reason this training was conducted with the tactical and operational personnel along with service members from other branches.”

“This training was conducted so that the BCD and the Air Operations Center personnel would know what each organization brings to the fight and how they would work together to complete the mission,” said Maj. David Washer, the chief of strategy guidance for the 613th AOC and a Columbus, Ohio native.

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“I would definitely like to see more of this kind of training. It is crucial and a good thing because we work in a joint environment and any fight that we have in the future is going to be joint and so the big challenge that this training will help with is bridging the gap between services and finding out who does what and how to contact them.”

“Connecting with people in a joint environment can often be a challenge and this challenge increases when you attempt to connect with the other services that are significantly different from us, air and ground integration is added into the equation,” said Chief Warrant Officer 5 Mauricio Martinez, the 5th BCD senior targeting officer and an EL Paso, Texas native. “After the completion of this series of lectures, discussions, exchanges of experiences and implementation of new ideas, it is so rewarding to know how to connect with people in a joint environment and be a better integrator of air power requirements for the United States Army Pacific Command.”

Soldiers from the 5th BCD, 94th Army Air and Missile Defense Command, 25th Infantry Division, USARPAC along with Airmen from the 613th Air Operations Center attended the seminar.

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The Force Multiplier of the AAMDC

Left to Right: An electrical power plant vehicle from Alpha battery, 1-1 Air Defense Artillery is being uploaded on U.S. Army Vessel “Great Bridge” landing craft utility boat during FTI-01 operations. Patriot radar set vehicle is conducting movement operations during FTI-01.

In an environment of Ballistic Missile Defense, what does the “G4 Team” of the 94th Army Air and Missile Defense Command (AAMDC) bring to the fight?

Our mission is to develop, deliver, and sustain materiel to ensure a dominant 94th AAMDC force for the U.S., U.S. Army Pacific Command and our allies. Furthermore, we provide logistical plans, policies and procedures to enable the 94th AAMDC to train, deploy and execute its mission essential tasks. We continue to provide staff supervision, management and development of logistics support to subordinate Air Defense Artillery (ADA) units as well as coordinate supply and services, maintenance, contracting, and equipment sourcing of several classes of supply.

Due to the varied logistical requirements for the 94th AAMDC, our section considers it to be both an art and science of planning and execution to complete our mission. In its most comprehensive sense, we focus on the aspects of military operations that deal with the acquisition, storage, distribution, maintenance, movement, and disposition of materiel. Additionally, we coordinate the acquisition of construction, maintenance, and operation of facilities; and the acquisition or furnishing of services, which lends validity to our own Operations Sergeant, Master Sgt. Veronica Atkins’ quote: “We solve problems and puzzles.” (Make that a large quote) In order for “Team G4” to solve the complex problems and puzzles of tomorrow, we stay engaged with the Commanders’ visions for the theater and how logistics can influence the outcome. Hawaii’s strategic location is ideal for transforming the Pacific’s missile defense capability in a time that has seen significant proliferation of ballistic missile technologies across the region. The establishment of the 94th AAMDC supports the Pacific Commander’s priority by integrating joint missile defense assets and leveraging technology to protect the United States ★

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and its allies from ballistic missile threats. Specifically, the G4 is engaged with supporting the logistic planning and execution of joint testing operations, which tests our ability to move and maintain our ADA equipment and Soldiers.

Lastly, a key portion of the section’s function is to participate in joint and combined exercises to validate the supportability of our key contingency plans and orders. The modern sustainment warfighting function has related tasks and systems emplaced to provide warfighters support and services extending the freedom of movement, operational reach, and endurance of the force.

Because logistics is the direct support of every operation, no mission this year could have been conducted without the input of the “Team G4”; however, there is a lot more to the story.

As ADA missions continue to develop and grow our G8 Resource Management (RM) staff, managed by Mrs. Janice Zheng, provides funding oversight for all missions. One example of funding oversight is our RM staff being in direct coordination with Missile Defense Agency (MDA) and DA for the execution of the transfer of radar equipment from MDA to the Army. Ms Zheng’s budgetary and travel element has proven to be a vital function within the G4 span of control.

In conclusion, the art and science of 94th AAMDC logistics continues to bridge the ever-expanding environment that is Pacific Theater Missilte Defense. The 94th AAMDC G4 does none of our support missions independently, but usually must weave solutions through USARPAC, 8th TSC, USFJ, USFK, MDA/SDMC and even DA Staff, as the list of stakeholders is always many. Team G4 is always up to the challenge and in the fight. ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

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Tools for Intelligence Support to Ballistic Missile Defense North Korea’s launch of an Intercontinental Ballistic Missile/ Space Launch Vehicle (ICBM/SLV) in April 2012 demonstrated many of the challenges in prosecuting an integrated and effective Theater Ballistic Missile (TBM) defense. Although the launch was announced, it occurred with little warning, and the payload and flight path could have been opposite the advertised “peaceful purposes.” Intelligence support is instrumental to reducing such unknowns in Ballistic Missile Defense (BMD). Through the use of analytical tools, intelligence analysts can provide insights into adversary operations, thereby reducing the chances of a launch without warning and a potential threat to the United States.

IPOE support to BMD Intelligence Preparation of the Operational Environment (IPOE) is a four-step, systematic process of analyzing the mission variables of threat/adversary, terrain, and weather, in a specific area of interest and for a specific mission. It is the bedrock of an intelligence section’s analytical efforts and sets the stage for the remainder of the Military Decision Making Process (MDMP).

IPOE is the first analytical tool used by the 94th Army Air and Missile Defense Command G2 shop in its responsibility to provide commanders with a picture of how threat forces will employ ballistic missiles.

Applying the IPOE process helps the commander selectively apply and maximize his combat power at critical points in time and space on the battlefield. It provides a foundation of knowledge for the command across all four pillars of Integrated Air and Missile Defense (IAMD): Active Defense, Passive Defense, Attack Operations and C41.

Active Defense, Attack Operations, and Passive Defense all need intelligence products that are timely, relevant, accurate and predictive in nature.

Temporal Analytical Support to BMD Temporal Analysis in relation to intelligence is the study of operational patterns over time. More specifically in the TBM world it can relate to how forces move/deploy or to the patterns of missile launches. Temporal analysis feeds passive defense by alerting forces at risk of times for an attack and feeds active defense by alerting firing batteries of possible salvo configurations by time and missile type. Most importantly, it feeds Ballistic Missile C4I (BMC4I) and Attack Operations by providing likely Named Areas of Interest (NAI) and Directed Search Areas (DSA) in support of the collection plan. Information plotted includes launch times, dates, locations, and missile type to portray enemy launch cycles. This information can help piece together an enemy targeting strategy and assist commanders in identifying decision points by answering the appropriate Priority Intelligence Requirements (PIR).

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The simplified Time Pattern Analysis Wheel is broken down by system type to analyze the different capabilities of each system. For example, the time wheel above shows SRBM’s having a shorter launch cycle than MRBM’s or IRBM’s. Also, the above example shows enemy targeting will most likely be conducted during periods of darkness in order to conceal TBM movements.

Geographical Analytical Support to BMD Geographical Analysis, as it applies to TBM operations, looks at the terrain over which threat missile forces might deploy to conduct launch or resupply operations. It takes into account terrain slope, curvature of roads, ballistic missile infrastructure and open areas large enough to launch a missile or conduct missile resupply.

Geographical Analysis is essential during pre-hostilities because the Missile Operating Area (MOA) for an enemy TBM force has the potential to be very large. Therefore, a solid foundation of knowledge on TBM garrisons, storage facilities, and potential launch sites will help the TBM analyst narrow the intelligence collection and targeting focus during a high tempo offensive. A preferred method is to use Geographical Information Systems (GIS) to conduct an area limitation analysis in order to narrow the MOA and refine the intelligence collection plan for mobile missile launch platforms and associated ground support equipment.

The area limitation analysis uses various factors such as terrain, to include slope, soil, and hydrology; Lines of Communication (LOCs), to include distance, space and condition; weather; and other limiting factors. The area limitation analysis can be refined after each launch to identify field operating areas using points of origin plotted onto a map overlay of the pre-existing IPOE D EFEN D ER

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The above template displays the TBM Field Operations cycle, and reflects data that will be used to plot threat areas of interest. Targeting should be conducted against the Rgt/Bde Support Cycle in order to have the greatest effect left of launch. However, US forces targeting the support cycle will not see immediate impacts on enemy TBM launches because of the missile and launch platforms dispersion early in a conflict.

products. Plotting TBM launches onto a map overlay (along with the Time Event Wheel) will help portray how often each battery is being replenished with missiles, periods of travel and what type of movement pattern missile units are using to move throughout the Battlespace.

Over time, the TBM analyst can make an assessment on likely threat course of actions. Combining knowledge of enemy order of battle and TBM operations with information gathered from pattern and geographical analysis tools, analysts build a picture of the enemy’s TTPs, capabilities, and remaining combat power.

The G2 builds a larger and more refined picture of the enemy as hostilities continue in order to provide vital intelligence required to support the pillars of BMD.

Operations is ownership of collection assets since the G2 personnel must submit their collection requests through the AOC Collection Requirements Management cell. This process must support early detection and tracking of TBM elements, including infrastructure and possible field support locations. Early tracking supports preemptive attack operations and facilitates locating hide and logistical support sites.

Passive Defense operations needs Intel products that provide early Indicators and Warning (I&W) of a TBM attack. They will utilize the G2’s threat assessment briefed during the JTAMDWG to recommend improvements to US assets that may be susceptible to enemy TBMs. An example of early I&W may be intelligence of WMD warhead mating or overhead imagery of a TBM preparing to launch. The intelligence section can also assist Passive Defense with detection of TBM’s based on prosecution of the G2’s collection plan.

Defining Intelligence Products to Support BMD Active Defense missions require intelligence products that analyze the adversary’s targeting methods and assess probable targets. Active Defense planning is a continuous process but will normally begin in the pre-hostilities phase. Defense planning is conducted in the Joint Theater Air and Missile Defense Working Group (JTAMD-WG). The G2 planner is a member of the JTAMD-WG and briefs enemy capabilities and threat doctrine for a missile campaign (or how the enemy will conduct a missile campaign). The planner also briefs the assessed enemy High Value Target List (HVTL) and other targets of interest based on the enemy’s overall strategic objectives (or why the enemy will carry out a missile campaign).

Attack Operations need intelligence products that highlight vulnerable nodes in the adversary’s TBM infrastructure, to include launch complexes as well as field operating sites. Attack Operations and the intelligence section have a close working relationship, because intelligence will drive targeting efforts. A focused collection plan, based on solid pattern and time analysis, will allow the G2 to identify and track TBM assets on the battlefield. However, a major constraint on prosecuting Attack ★

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Conclusion When talking about the challenges of providing intelligence support at the theater level, Sgt. Jonathan Jackson of the 94th AAMDC G2 said, “The high classification and strategic level of intelligence require make missions truly unique and hard to duplicate during school house training.” Exercises, such as Ulchi Freedom Guardian (UFG), allow intelligence analysts to receive on-the- job training in order to refresh the skills necessary to provide timely intelligence support. With these analytical tools, the enemy’s chances of launching a missile without warning are reduced. Without them, the 94th AAMDC cannot provide the relevant, accurate and predictive intelligence of enemy threat courses of actions, thereby reducing the command’s ability to provide integrated and effective BMD. ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

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1-1 Air Defense Artillery Lifecycle

KADENA AIR BASE, Okinawa – In 2006, the 1st Battalion, 1st Air Defense Artillery (1-1 ADA) Regiment was permanently stationed on Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan, in order to provide air and missile defense (AMD) to key assets in the Pacific area of responsibility (AOR). In January 2012, the battalion implemented a lifecycle process to increase the operational readiness of the Battalion.

The purpose of the lifecycle process is to increase readiness by designating a Patriot firing battery as a mission battery poised and ready to assume the directed alert state while allowing other fire units to proceed with gunnery certification, maintenance, and support. The lifecycle works as a rotation through these four important focus areas in addition to a battalion collective training event; a complete cycle lasts six months, thus allowing for two rotations per year.

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state of alert for an extended period of time would burn out the Soldiers and their Families, possibly encouraging complacency if a threat were to materialize.

Mission battery trains continuously in daily tactical operations which include communications checks, passing reports, radar monitoring and maintenance. At the same time, battalion evaluation teams conduct Operational Readiness Evaluations (OREs) to assess the combat readiness of each key piece of equipment. The OREs enable the mission battery to simulate a tactical environment in order to assess the operational readiness of the crews maintaining the Patriot system and evaluate the battery’s ability to react to changes in tactical posture. Once the ORE is complete, the crew is placed on a recall which allows 1-1 ADA to rapidly provide air and missile defense for defended assets.

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team issues a march order. The battery moves to another site, emplaces, and assumes the mission. To assume the mission, the unit must regain communications, ensure all equipment is operational, and assume the proper defensive posture.

An air battle simulating an overwhelming enemy attack then ensues, designed to push the operating crew to their limits.

Following a successful battery movement and air battle, a challenging written test is proctored to ensure the crew has the proper knowledge of system operation and threats.

Maintenance is a vital key to increase the battalion’s readiness and reliability of the equipment. Special attention and time must also be paid to corrosion prevention, given the unit’s proximity to the ocean. Patriot equipment is not designed for Okinawa’s high humidity which averages 75 percent, causing corrosion and the need to replace parts that do not normally require replacement. While maintenance is preformed throughout the lifecycle, this month provides time for a prioritized drill down and verified check of all system functions including radar services, container load plans and re-signing of property hand receipts. No maintenance stone is left unturned.

Support is the final link to the lifecycle. The supporting battery takes on tasks, allowing for Soldiers in the mission, certification, or maintenance cycles to focus on their current mission. The support battery’s primary task is to provide the certification battery with air battle support.

Another internal tasking would be the execution of small arms ranges.

1-1 ADA’s lifecycle process allows the battalion to effectively provide AMD of the AOR while maintaining gunnery certification standards and high levels of maintenance. The battalion’s readiness has increased, commanders have more predictability to schedule training, and Soldiers are now able to better plan their time spent with Families. ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

Article by: 1st Lt. Carleigh Vollbrecht 1-1 ADA, Comms Relay Group Plt. Ldr.

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Air Defenders Meet

Deputy Secretary Of Defense

LEFT: The Hon. Ashton Carter, Deputy Secretary of Defense of the United States of America, speaks to Soldiers and Airmen at Camp Humphreys, July 26. Carter thanked the troops for their dedication and hard work, and encouraged them to continue with their endeavors. Photo By Spc. Shawn Denham, PAO, 35th ADA | RIGHT: Spc. Dillon McDonald, a mechanic with Headquarters and Headquarters Battery, 35th Air Defense Artillery Brigade, shakes hands and receives a coin from the Hon. Ashton Carter, Deputy Secretary of Defense of the United States of Ame rica, at Camp Humphreys, July 26. U.S. Army Photo By Spc. Shawn Denham, PAO, 35th ADA.

CAMP HUMPHREYS — Throughout the Republic of South Korea, American forces stand as a deterrent to the aggressive nature of North Korea. For many Soldiers serving with United States Forces Korea, this is their first tour of duty in a foreign country, facing an imminent threat and within reach of an aggressor armed with nuclear weapons. For Air Defenders with the 35th Air Defense Artillery Brigade, armed with Patriot missile systems for ballistic interception, this is their bread-and-butter.

The Hon. Ashton Carter, Deputy Secretary of Defense for the United States of America, visited Soldiers and Airmen at Camp Humphreys, July 26.

Carter thanked the personnel for what they do on a daily basis to keep the South Korean peninsula secure and free from violence, while also protecting American and international interests.

“When you turn on your television and look at Syria or someplace where there is no security, you realize how fortunate it is to have security,” said Carter. “You provide that to people. I always say security is like oxygen: when you have it, you don’t pay any attention to it, but when you don’t have it, it’s all you think about.” ★

Security is one of the most important aspects of society, Carter said.

Carter encouraged the personnel to remain vigilant and remain ready to respond at a moment’s notice in the event the armistice between the north and south countries sparked into live conflict again.

“It was remarked that I’ve been [to North Korea],” said Carter. “If you haven’t had the pleasure of being there, going there reminds you why you’re here [in South Korea]. And you have to be ready everyday; you are ready every day.”

Soldiers and Airmen present at the speech were awarded coins by Carter for their participation and defense of the South Korean peninsula. Afterwards, Gen. James Thurman, commander of USFK, shook hands and visited with the group of personnel, encouraging them to continue doing their best.

“It was pretty awesome to see the [Deputy Secretary of Defense] and get a coin from him at the same time,” said Staff Sgt. Isiah Vanellis, a chaplain’s assistant with Headquarters and Headquarters Battery, 35th ADA. “It’s very important to see someone like him come here and acknowledge what we do every day.”

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keep the unit in a constant state of readiness, said Vanellis.

“It was nice that [Carter] took the time to come visit us and see what we do,” said Private 1st. Class Zachary Sparkman, a communication Soldier with HHB, 35th ADA. “What I do along with the other [communications] Soldiers is to make sure all [communication equipment] is working and that all computers are good to go. Even if it seems small, every little bit helps.”

While being stationed in Korea, it is important to remember it is different than any other station back in the States and is vital towards the safety of the U.S. just as much as anywhere else, said Sparkman.

“I thought it was great that he chose to thank us,” said Sparkman. “Which means he is thinking about us and to let us know what his further intentions are about us over here.”

The Air Defenders of the 35th ADA and their subordinate units, 2nd Battalion, 1st Air Defense Artillery Brigade and 6th Battalion, 52nd Air Defense Artillery Brigade, continue to stand constant watch, a missile defense shield to the people of South Korea and America. ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

Article by: Spc. Shawn Denham 35th ADA, Public Affairs

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FORGING PARTNERSHIPS

Working ‘Shoulder to Shoulder’ With Our Allies

LEFT TO RIGHT: 5th Battlefield Coordination Detachment Soldiers pose with the Australian Battlefield Coordination Detachment during Exercise Pozieres Prospect III (PP3) (AOC) and Hamel 2012 from 19 July to 02 August 2012 as Observers / Trainers at HQ JOC AOC, Bungedore, New South Wales, Australia. PP3 reflects the Australia BCD commitment to world class training to prepare AUS troops for service both at home and overseas operations. Photo taken by 5th BCD. | Brig. Gen James H. Dickinson (the previous 94th AAMDC Commanding General) and Command Sgt Maj. Tedd Pritchard (the Command Sergeant Major) along with the other command team leaders pose with the members of the Korean military during their visit with the 94 th AAMDC. Photo taken

by Sgt. Louis Lamar, 94th AAMDC Public Affairs. | Key leaders from the Japan Air Self Defense Force pose with leadership from the 5th Battlefield Coordination Detachment March 12, 2012 on Hickam Air Force base during a visit postured to foster a better relationship with them. Photo taken by Sgt. Louis Lamar, 94 th AAMDC Public Affairs.

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Mixing Green with Blue

LEFT TO RIGHT: Sergeant 1st Class Jones briefs F-18 pilots aboard the USS Nimitz during RIMPAC 2012. Photo taken by Master Sgt. Charles Lightner, 5th BCD GLD. F-18 positioned aboard the USS Nimitz during RIMPAC 2012. Photo taken by Master Sgt. Charles Lightner, 5th BCD GLD.

HONOLULU, HAWAII — Twenty-two nations participated with more than 40 ships and submarines, over 200 aircraft and over 25,000 personnel from the different nations in the Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) exercise that started June 20 and culminated August 3.

RIMPAC is the world’s largest international maritime exercise that provides a unique training opportunity and helps participants foster and sustain the cooperative relationships that are critical to ensuring the safety of sea lanes and security on the world’s oceans.

For members of the 5th Battle Coordination Detachment (BCD) Ground Liaison Detachment, RIMPAC offered a unique opportunity to support a fighter squadron aboard the USS Nimitz Supercarrier.

“We primarily support Air Force wings,” said Sgt. 1st Class George W. Jones, ground liaison noncommissioned officer and native of Richmond, VA. “However, when an aircraft carrier deploys, we are the ground liaison teams for the fighter squadrons off the carrier.”

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“You’re giving ground situational awareness prior to the pilot’s flight,” said Master Sgt. Charles W. Lightner, ground liaison noncommissioned officer in charge and native of Detroit. “He’s got to have a good understanding of what’s happening on the ground. If we weren’t here, then the pilots would fly in and not have a clue of what’s going on until contact was made with a Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC).”

On top of mission briefs, Lightner and Jones were fostering good relationships with a different service and learning as much as they can.

“We do this so you can understand what we do as GLD’s and see what you guys do on a carrier,” said Lightner. “It’s building a working relationship between two services. We know how you operate and you guys know how we operate. We can share that wealth of knowledge from being on ship and seeing what you guys do.”

Held every two years by Commander, U.S. Pacific Fleet (PACFLT), RIMPAC 2012 is a multi-national maritime exercise that takes place in and around the Hawaiian Islands. This exercise marked the 23rd in the series that began in 1971. ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

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177th ROKAF Visits

Suwon for Tactical Seminar

Suwon AB- Staff Sgt. Ricardo Torres, a Launcher Platoon Sgt. from Alpha Battery 6th Battalion, 52nd Air Defense Artillery, 35th Air Defense Artillery gives a brief overview on the PARTIOT Launching Station (LS) and its capabilities during the 177th Air Defense Artillery Republic of Korea Air Force visit to Suwon AB. (U.S. Army Photo by Spc. Issac Castleberry, PAO, 6-52nd ADA)

SUWON AB — Closing the bridge between US Service Members and Republic of Korea Air Force sometimes takes more than a friendly smile and a firm handshake; it takes proper communication of your capabilities and the ability to efficiently and effectively demonstrate those abilities.

Soldiers of Alpha Battery 6th Battalion 52nd Air Defense Artillery here on Suwon Air Base demonstrated and thoroughly explained their mission on the Korean peninsula. They also took the time to explain their equipment capabilities and the processes they took before engaging a potential threat to their sister unit 177th ROKAF during their visit.

“The purpose of this visit was strengthening the alliance between our unit and our sister ROKAF Air Defenders,” said Capt. Kendrick Vaughn, Alpha Battery Commander. “I believe the camaraderie built during this visit was the most important take away.”

The 177th ROKAF had a comprehensive overview of the key components of Air Defense from a tactical standpoint but they also had a chance to view the most important part of any operation, maintenance. An instant hit among the 177th ROKAF, the maintenance review showed the necessary steps needed to maintain PATRIOT equipment.

Vaughn said, “During the visit we focused on Battery Command Post (BCP) operations and systems maintenance. Chief Warrant Officer 2 Jake Ammann gave the 177th a very thorough overview of our unit’s maintenance operations, which seemed to be a point of interest. I truly believe the implementation of a functional, comprehensive maintenance program will greatly increase the 177th ROKAF’s combat capability” 16

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To properly explain the many different aspects of PATRIOT equipment, the 177th ROKAF was broken down into smaller groups and were greeted by subject matter experts from 6-52 ADA. One such expert was Alpha Battery’s Battery Command Post operator, Private 1st. Class Nicholas Lally who was trusted, because of his knowledge of the system and its operations, to brief the 177th ROKAF. Lally said, “I briefed the 177th on Battery Command Post (BCP) operations and how we integrate our commander into the fight.”

The 177th ROKAF was impressed with how well the Noncommissioned Officers and Officers of Alpha Battery’s junior leaders knew their job. The 177th ROKAF had learned a lot from the junior leaders but Lally thinks the biggest, and most important lesson they took back were the ability to understand how the Army deals with threat. Events like these help in closing the gap between units, ultimately improving Air Defense on the Korean Peninsula “I feel it bridges the gap by knowing how we operate they can implement those lessons into how they fight and defend their area of responsibility,” said Lally. “I think the lessons learned today will do nothing but improve the level of mission readiness across the peninsula. Our hope is that the 177th will take the information given to them today and share it with their ROK counterparts.” ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

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1-1 ADA Soldiers

Visit Japanese SHORAD Unit

ABOVE: Staff Sgt. Melcor Ildefonso aims the Type 91 surface-to-air missile while touring the equipment of the 83rd Base Air Defense unit at Naha Air Base. Soldiers of Bravo Battery, 1st Battalion, 1st Air Defense Artillery visited the Japanese Short-Range Air Defense unit on June 8, 2012 as part of the units’ bilateral exchange program. RIGHT: Specialist LeDeidra Harden, left, discusses the capabilities of a Japanese radio with Captain Zenjiro Yasuda, middle, of the 83rd Base Air Defense and Captain Kiyotaka Higuchi, right, foreign liaison chief of the Southwestern Composite Air Division. Soldiers of Bravo Battery, 1st Battalion, 1st Air Defense Artillery visited the Japanese Short-Range Air Defense unit on June 8, 2012 as part of the units’ bilateral exchange program. Photos by 1st Lt. Aaron Devig.

KADENA AIR BASE, OKINAWA — A friendly, bilateral relationship with local military units is very important for US military forces forward stationed in overseas locations. The 1st Battalion, 1st Air Defense Artillery (1-1 ADA) located on Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, ensures its relationship with the Japanese SelfDefense Force (JSDF) continues to grow and improve on a professional level. On June 8, 2012, 21 Soldiers from Bravo Battery, 1-1 ADA traveled to Naha Air Base to visit the 83rd Base Air Defense unit and learn about their weapon systems and capabilities.

The 83rd Base Air Defense is a ShortRange Air Defense (SHORAD) unit of the 83rd Air Wing within the Japanese Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) with a mission to provide base air defense for Naha Air Base and its civilian neighbor, Naha Airport. Members of the 83rd gave the Soldiers from Bravo Battery a tour of the unit’s equipment and training abilities.

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all operations within the base and critical to track discrimination and communication.

The Soldiers were divided into small groups and were able to view the display monitors and witness the unit’s capabilities.

After the DC, Soldiers were able to observe a demonstration of the Airmen of 83rd emplacing their Type 81 surface-to-air missile system. The emplacement included a reload of a missile round trainer. The emplacement was fast, engaging and exciting!

Following the emplacement, Airmen of the 83rd were standing by to answer questions about their equipment. Soldiers were then able to go around to all the unit’s air defense systems including the Type 81 surface-to-air missile system, the Type 91 surface-to-air missile and the Vulcan Air Defense System (VADS) to further familiar themselves with systems.

The Type 91 is much like the American-made Stinger anti-aircraft missile. The VADS is a rapid-fire air defense system that fires 20mm bullets. Soldiers also were able to sit in the seat of the VADS and experienced how it felt to be behind the multibarreled weapon.

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Soldiers were then placed into a large dome that houses a virtual training area for the 83rd VADS operators to gets a more realistic feel of how the VADS operates and fires. The dome acts as a screen centered around a VADS simulator. Projectors display terrain and targets for the operators. Although many Soldiers were able to destroy the virtual enemy targets, incomparable to the highly trained Airmen who demonstrated their abilities with the VADS. The Soldiers of Bravo Battery left Naha Air Base with a much clearer understanding of how 1-1 ADA integrates with our Japanese counterparts in the joint fight on Okinawa. “It was a great trip that helped explain our role within the joint fight here on Okinawa. It was a unique and informative experience, I’m glad I got to be a part of,” said 2nd Lt. Andrew Schumaker, Bravo Battery’s launcher platoon leader. ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

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Growing and Developing Through

Learning a Language

LEFT TO RIGHT: Suwon AB- A soldier with the 6th Battalion, 52nd Air Defense Artillery, 35th Air Defense Artillery and a KATUSA invest in children’s future by teaching them English. (U.S. Army Photo by Spc. Issac Castleberry, PAO, 6-52nd ADA). Suwon ABPrivate 1st. Class Dennis Woods, A soldier with the 6th Battalion, 52nd Air Defense Artillery, 35th Air Defense Artillery, practice writing Han-guel with the help of Korean National children. (U.S. Army Photo by Spc. Issac Castleberry, PAO, 6-52nd ADA).

Sir Francis Bacon once said, “Knowledge is power.” If this holds true for every aspect of life, then one should never stop learning. So soldiers of the 6th Battalion 52nd Air Defense Artillery took time out of their day to empower not only themselves but Korean Nationals, by hosting their 11th season of Soldiers teaching Koreans Educational Program.

This is a mutually beneficial program for both Americans and Koreans as they set aside cultural differences and the obvious language barriers to come together to learn and grow from each other.

Private 1st Class. Dennis Wood, 22, of Marysville, CA, program volunteer, has learned a wealth of knowledge. He also know that the Korean Nationals he is teaching are taking back just as much, if not more, information back with them. Wood 18

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said, “Teaching English to the Korean kids is beneficial to both me and the children.

We both get to learn each other languages and plus, it gives me a chance to make new friends. I know this experience will stay with all of us for a long time.”

Beyond the great experience of learning a new language, some Soldiers take a genuine interest in helping others. Private 1st.

Class Rebecca Richardson, 20, of Houston, TX, signed up for the program to inspire the Koreans Nationals and others to never stop learning. Richardson said, “It’s my goal to show others that if you take interest in people and invest in others’ future you can create change in the world. So I want to show the Korean Nationals that through knowledge you can overcome any obstacle.”

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class size. This allows students to make the most out of their learning experience.

Spc. Ryan Rynshall, 25, of Stanford, CT, knows the tremendous impact this style of teaching has on students. Rynshall said, “Teaching students in a smaller class environment allow you to connect with your students on a more personal level. It also makes students feel more comfortable to express themselves.”

This has become one of the most successful programs the “Iron Horse” battalion host. It’s apparent that this is well appreciated by both Soldiers and Korean Nationals as they continue to learn from each other.

Woori nun hamke bae woo go seong jang harn da! We learn and grow together! ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

Article by: Spc. Issac Castleberry 6-52nd ADA, Public Affairs

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Soldiers Compete for the GAPB

LEFT TO RIGHT: 94th AAMDC soldiers with German Command Sgt. Maj. Hans Stark are displaying their certificates of completion for the German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge competition. | Sgt. Steven Lamb and Staff Sgt. Joshue Bybee are motivating each other to finish the ruck march for the German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge competition. | Staff Sgt. King is motivating Staff Sgt. Joshua Bybee to complete the ruck march in the 2 hour mandatory time frame for the German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge competition.

FORT SHAFTER, HAWAII— Six Soldiers with the 94th Army Air and Missile Defense Command were awarded the German Armed Proficiency Badge on June 7, at the Hale Ikena at Fort Shafter.

The GAPB is one of the few awards that the United States military is approved to wear on their uniforms. It is earned by fulfilling a number of strenuous requirements including events such as pistol qualification, a ruck march, a 100 meter swim, the high jump, 100 meter sprint, 3000 meter long distance run and the bench press.

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Preparation was the key as this competition was no easy task. Out of the 189 Soldiers that started the event, only 112 survived the grueling two day event.

The following Soldiers from the 94th AAMDC were awarded the badge during the ceremony: Staff Sgt. Brandon Bybee, Staff Sgt. Christopher King, Sgt. Steven Lamb, Pvt. Joseph McGinnis, Pvt. Hunter Reiner, and Spc. Jesse Clem.

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“I would like to thank all of you for what you do on a daily basis. I would like to thank you for your service, especially all of the family members.

And always remember what we do is not just a job, it is a profession: we are part of a larger organization, we serve the people of our country, and we are soldiers 24/7. Take care of your family, Take care of each other and be professional,” said Stark. ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

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2-1 Air Defense Artillery

Visits Plum Farm

WAEGWAN — A person can learn a lot from living among another culture for an entire year. It’s about venturing outside the gates of military base becoming emerged in the culture. To educate U.S. Soldiers and their family members on Korean Culture, Korean Augmentations to the United States Army (KATUSA), and family members of the 2nd Battalion, 1st Air Defense Artillery Regiment (2-1 ADA) stationed at Camp Carroll were invited to spend the evening with local Korean officials and families at the Songkwang Maewon [Plum Farm] in Waegwan July 12, 2012.

The Area IV BOSS program and the President, CEO, and host of the first annual event, Mr. Myung S. Seo invited the guests for a unique opportunity to experience Korean Culture in a relaxed social atmosphere with food and live music at no cost to those attending.

The purpose of the event was to educate U.S. Soldiers and their family members on Korean Culture while also reaffirming the strong alliance between both nations (U.S. and Republic of Korea).

Special guests that attended the event were Vice Mayor Sun-Shin Yi of Chilgok County Office; Representative Simon Jung of the Korean American Friendship Association of Chilgok; Chief Executive, Ms. Jeong Kim of the Chilgok Multi-Cultural Family Support Center; Area IV BOSS Representative, Staff Sgt. Brandon Merle; 20

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2-1 ADA’s commander, Lt. Col. J M. Rose Jr and Command Sgt. Maj. John Foley.

Other guests consisted of 60 U.S. Soldiers and 30 of their family members, 60 Korean nationals, and two KATUSAs. The big highlight of the night was the introduction of the Gyeongbuk Philharmonic Orchestra, a professional group of musicians. The orchestra opened the evening with the playing of the national anthems of both countries.

The orchestra filled the room with a feeling of joy and relaxing calm. Major Joshua M. Fishman, executive officer for 2-1 ADA, illustrated “I knew it would be a first class event and that the orchestra would fill the room with joy. That was my favorite part of the event!”

Following the orchestra’s performance was Staff Sgt. Kimberly Cook, known throughout 2-1 ADA for her vocal talent; she sang songs like “I can’t make you love me” and “Inseparable.” After her solo performance, Ms. Shiella M. Recio, another talented vocal artist, sang the songs “You raise me up” and “Greatest love of all.”

During the evening social hour, guests were treated to a variety of traditional American and Korean foods. American foods included barbecue brisket, steak, baked potato, corn on the cob, and salad.

Korean foods were presented as appetizers and side dishes; they included things such as bulgogi, kimchi, kalbi, and rice.

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LEFT: The audience watches and listens as the Gyeongbuk Philharmonic Orchestra perform. (U.S. Army Photo By Sgt. 1st Class Jason Kennedy, PAO, 2-1st ADA) | RIGHT: Mr. Myung S. Seo (center left); Lt. Col. J M. Rose Jr. (center right); Mrs. Jennifer Rose (far right); and Command Sgt. Maj. John Foley (far left); pose for a picture with the appreciation plaque from 2-1 ADA to Mr. Seo. (U.S. Army Photo By Sgt. 1st Class Jason Kennedy, PAO, 2-1st ADA)

Null said, “This is my first time to Korea and I think the event was a great way to introduce me to the culture.”

“Overall, I really enjoyed the event.

My favorite part was the singing and it was nice to interact with the local people.”

Specialist Jordan Roberts described his experience as being “Unique and a great time.”

“This was my first time going to a BOSS function and I really enjoyed socializing with the locals Koreans. The food was great and my favorite part was the orchestra; they were amazing!”

At the end of the night, Lt. Col. Rose presented the host with an appreciation plaque; the plaque was a thank you to Mr. Seo for inviting 2-1 ADA Soldiers and their Family Members to the event.

Lt. Col. Rose said, “With many new Soldiers recently arrived to the battalion, this was a great opportunity for them to get their first taste of the rich Korean cultural experiences available right here in Waegan. Events like these are one of the reasons serving in Korea is so fulfilling.” ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

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Rite Of Passage

ABOVE: The 94th Army Air and Missile Defense Command held a noncommissioned officers’ induction ceremony for their NCOs at the Aliamanu Military Reservation chapel on 18 January 2012. The Soldiers being inducted ranged in grade from sergeant to staff sergeant and the ceremony was presided over by the 94th AAMDC’s Command Sgt. Maj. Tedd Pritchard and former Commanding General, Brigadier General James H. Dickinson. Photo by Sgt. 1st Class Adam Phelps.

FORT SHAFTER, HAWAII — The 94th Army Air and Missile Defense Command held a noncommissioned officers’ induction ceremony for their noncommissioned officers at the Aliamanu Military Reservation chapel on 18 January 2012. The Soldiers being inducted ranged in grade from sergeant to staff sergeant and the ceremony was presided over by the 94th AAMDC’s Command Sergeant Major Tedd Pritchard and former Commanding General, Brigadier General James H. Dickinson.

“It benefits the NCOs to be inducted into the NCO Corps. Getting inducted is like an unwritten tradition, building selfesteem and esprit de corps,” said Sgt. 1st Class Michael Tran, the 94th AAMDC Training NCO, Event Coordinator and a native of Danville, Virginia. “It used to be where you got hit on the shoulder, but it has changed since then. It benefits them because it is a rite of passage.”

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“It is a great honor. I got my E-5 only 6 years ago, but the whole time I’ve wanted to do something like this,” said SSG George Torres, a health care sergeant for the 94th, an inductee and native from San Antonio, Texas. Torres also stated that all NCO’s should go through a similar process that commissioned officers go through when they get promoted.

Planning an event like this took a lot of coordination and advice from soldiers that have had this experience before.

“I have never handled a big event like this before from start to finish. There were a lot of people that got involved to help me out,” said Tran. “The amount of labor that was put into making the ceremony successful was not in vain. The event went really smooth,” Tran said.

“The best part of the whole ceremony was at the very end. Four Soldiers recited the ‘Soldier’s Request.’ That was basically the best part,” said Tran.

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Member there at one of the military events,” said Torres. “Every other time, I had been deployed or at training and never had a Family Member there, it was nice for a change.”

The coordinator and inductees both agree that the ceremony is very important for the NCO and should be a regular event.

“It was a great process. It turned out really good,” said Torres. I hope we can manage to continue this and get more of the newly promoted NCO’s on board.”

“The mission of a sergeant is to train soldiers and build teams. Start building the team today,” said Pritchard. We must not ever forget who we are, who we serve, who we represent, where we came from, and why we exist as the back bone of the Army! ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

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must respect others as individuals and recognize the differences between us. Our subordinates deserve to be led by caring leaders who know how to balance the mission with the needs of the Soldier.

TAKING CARE OF SOLDIERS: Sergeants take care of Soldiers.

We do this in many different ways by providing purpose, direction and motivation. We do not do it by cuddling them. Being a Soldier is serious business. Your Soldiers deserve awards, rewards and discipline. You must equally impose these, based on the Soldier’s performance. One hundred different leaders would probably come up with one hundred different definitions on what exactly it means to take of Soldiers, but the bottom line is know your Soldiers and understand “what a Soldier needs is not always what they want.”

SUPPORT THE CHAIN OF COMMAND: A quote from the NCO creed comes to mind: “I will be loyal to those with whom I serve; seniors, peers, and subordinates alike.” Sergeants have a responsibility to follow orders and give orders to your squad or team. That is what leadership is all about. There is a time and a way to ask questions. Be tactful, and approach it in a professional manner.

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Leader Toolbox?

Army Regulations define the role of the noncommissioned officer, the NCO Guide lists the skills, knowledge, attitudes of each grade and the NCO Creed is the guiding document on how we must perform our duties. These are “tools” we add to our own “leaders’ toolbox.” If you put together all the different tools available to us, you will find certain recurring areas.

I have found that there are six tenants (i.e. tools) that we as NCOs need to use, remember, and strive to master.

COMMUNICATION: Keeping your subordinates informed is a sergeant’s responsibility. We as leaders must strive to keep open lines of communication, going both up and down the chain. We need to talk with, counsel and mentor our Soldiers. Without effective communication, we cannot get our message across. We must be able to not only talk “to” our soldiers but talk with them.

FAIR TREATMENT: Consideration of others in nothing new to the NCO Corps, just the “buzz-word” the of the day. Leadership typically relies on Soldiers known to perform well. But we must balance how we treat those who do not meet the grade.

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TECHNICAL AND TACTICAL PROFICIENCY: All Soldiers should be proficient in their military occupational specialty at their current grade and skill level. Basic Soldier and job skills are critical in assessing performance. This area also includes Army warrior tasks, survival skills, and weapons qualification. Staying current in your job, learning new skills and developing good work habits are necessary to excel.

PROFESSIONAL AND SELF-DEVELOPMENT: Coming to work, putting in a full day and doing the jobs assigned to you will not ensure your success alone. The Army is a profession of arms. We have volunteered to defend our country and our Constitution.

Just as in any endeavor you desire to be good at, you must learn, study, train and continue to better yourself, both personally and professionally, as a Soldier.

In conclusion Sergeant Major of the Army Glen E. Morrell said, “Identifying good soldiers, potential leaders and turning them into noncommissioned officers is a complex process. The bottom line is simple: weed out the poor performers, teach the right soldiers the right things and recommend the best soldiers for promotion and retention. The only good way to prepare good soldiers to become noncommissioned officers is to place them in leadership positions and increase their responsibility according to their ability. This process takes time and patience. ...Noncommissioned officers make noncommissioned officers.” Sergeant Major Morrell made that statement in 1985, and it still hold true 27 years later. So what’s in your “Leader Toolbox?” Having the right tools can make all the difference. ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

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Have We Really Lost It?

Recently, we have seen much about how we need to get back to the basics and how we have lost the art of garrison leadership.

The words “getting back” and “lost” infer that we are not doing something that we did before. As a leader, some questions that come to mind are, “Have we really lost it?” and if so, “When and why did we lose it?” and finally, “How are we going to fix it?” After all, we are noncommissioned officers. That is what we do, fix problems.

After serving more than a few years, I must admit that I do see what everyone is talking about and I understand the concern.

What does not seem to make sense however, is that if we “lost it” during the last ten years in combat, how did we successfully operate in that environment without adhering to the basics? Is that even possible? I do not believe we “lost it” or that we “got away from it”. Maybe we are just not experienced at applying the basics back in garrison.

One thing that we seem to be lacking in is establishing, maintaining and enforcing standards. We see Soldiers who do not adhere to uniform standards but the NCOs do not make the corrections. How can this be? During multiple deployments, I saw NCOs enforce uniform standards, weapons posture, vehicle maintenance and other things too numerous to list here. How did we learn to do this so well prior to deploying? By practicing it on a daily basis! We required Soldiers to adhere to uniform policies and when they didn’t, we made on-the-spot corrections. We were in the motor pool enforcing reader-doer during preventive maintenance checks and services. We checked on our Soldiers daily and ensured their living areas were neat and clean. We did layouts to make certain that our Soldiers had all of their clothing and equipment, and that it was both clean and serviceable. We ★

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practiced these things on a daily basis so that it became second nature during combat, this is what made us successful.

Another area where it seems as though we may have lost our way is caring for Soldiers. We have Soldiers with personal and family issues but we have NCOs that are unaware of what their Soldiers are going through until it is a crisis. However, during multiple deployments, I saw NCOs talking with their Soldiers and their fellow NCOs every day. They knew all about their Families, when a Soldier was having issues at home and how to talk a Soldier down from an unsettling mission or a family problem. How did we learn to do this so well prior to deploying? The answer is simply by practicing it on a daily basis! We spent quality time with our Soldiers and learned about them as we went about our daily work. We asked them about their Family, we knew their spouses and children and when they had a rough day with the Family, we allowed them to vent to us.

Have we really lost it? I don’t think so. While deployed, I witnessed countless examples of Soldiers and NCOs adhering to the basics and demonstrating outstanding leadership. The only thing I believe we have “lost” is the understanding and appreciation of what executing the basics in a garrison environment taught us and how these skills made us successful in combat over the last ten years.

So, noncommissioned officers, get out there and do those things we know we need to establish, maintain and enforce standards and truly care for Soldiers! ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

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Moving....Back to the Basics

As the Army moves “Back to the Basics” it is important that we do two things. First, we must recognize that the Soldiers standing in our formations have performed their duties to the highest standards and have accomplished all of their missions.

We’ve deployed more often and for longer durations than at any time since Vietnam. We have also fought in a counter-insurgency, counter-terrorism war in two separate countries simultaneously while maintaining our readiness and capabilities to deter our enemies in other theaters. No other nation could expect as much from her men and women in uniform and their Families.

The second thing we must do as we move “back to the basics” is to explain why the Army needs to change. Our job is to recognize what has changed and adapt our tactics, techniques and procedures to the environment in which we must operate.

Prior to 9-11 we were a peace time Army fighting for resources while monitoring various threats around the globe. Units down to company level selected the critical tasks required to support the higher headquarters’ mission. Sergeants down to the individual team level were responsible for selecting, resourcing and conducting to standard the common task and crew drill training for his Soldiers. First line leaders were responsible for making sure their Soldiers were getting paid properly, living in adequate housing, prepared to conduct training, prepared to attend the promotion board when appropriate and being counseled from promotions to positive and negative events.

After 9-11 the entire nation recognized the terrorist threat from Southwest Asia and the Army adapted. The Army Force Generation (ARFORGEN) process was developed to prepare units as quickly as possible for deployment into an unfamiliar area of operations and accomplish a non-standard mission against an irregular enemy who fought with ever evolving tactics. For the better part of the decade most units were either continuously in 24

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theater or preparing to return to theater. The selecting, planning and resourcing of training was all done for the unit. The role of the first line leader was the same however, the things the first line leader had to focus on changed and the planning horizon only went as far as the current mission and execution and not training which is equally important.

After more than a decade of war we must transition again.

The problem is that anyone who joined the Army in the last 10 years has only experienced the ARFORGEN Model of way the Army works when it is at war. The general responsibilities of the first line leaders have not changed; accomplish the mission and the welfare of the Soldiers. A generation of leaders has grown up without ever receiving the training required to read a Soldier’s LES, to conduct monthly performance counseling or plan, resource, rehearse and conduct squad level training.

The environment in which we find ourselves is similar to the environment prior to 9-11 in that we can only expect resources to become scarcer, our personnel end-strength is shrinking and equipment and training dollars are evaporating.

We must adjust the program of instruction in our Noncommissioned Officer Education System and more importantly the senior leaders with the resident experience in the areas of training management and garrison operations must actively train, mentor and counsel Soldiers.

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11 Principles of Leadership The term “Back to the Basics” has been heard often in our Army. I think that with reminding ourselves of the 11 principles of leadership it should recapture the reason of why we wear the uniform and remind us of the reason we recite the noncommissioned officer creed in the sense of “No one is more professional than I.” When I initially entered the military in the early 80’s many of my leaders and mentors applied these principles that I believe were critical to the success of our organization. During this time I often heard my leader say “not everyone can be a Soldier” and “there are no bad Soldiers in the military, just bad leadership.” My leaders at that time lived and breathed the 11 leadership principles.

When referring to “Back to the Basics” and developing leaders we should use these 11 leadership principles as a guide to become a better leader. Together these principles will form a baseline of character traits and values that in essence will define your character as a leader. The principles listed below are also an important tool for self-evaluation. You can use them to identify your own strengths, weaknesses and also seek self-improvement: PRINCIPLE #1 – Know yourself and seek self improvement. Develop a plan to keep your strengths and improve on your weaknesses.

PRINCIPLE #2 – Be technically proficient. Not only do we know our duties and responsibilities, we know all those of our team members and we should look to our leaders and concern ourselves with learning their duties and responsibilities.

PRINCIPLE #3 – Seek responsibility and take responsibility for your actions. We are not satisfied with performing just our duties to the best of our abilities, we look to grow and seek further challenges and always when in charge accept the consequences of our decisions, absorb the negative and pass on the praises.

PRINCIPLE #4 – Make sound and timely decisions.

Leaders must be able to reason under the most critical conditions and decide quickly what actions to take.

PRINCIPLE #5 – Set the example. No aspect of leadership is more powerful. Our personal example affects people more than any amount of instruction or form of discipline. We are the role model.

PRINCIPLE #6 – Know your personnel and look out for their well being. Leaders must know and understand those being led. When individuals trust you they will willingly work to help accomplish any mission.

PRINCIPLE #7 – Keep your followers informed. Our team members expect us to keep them informed and where and when possible to explain the reasons behind requirements and decisions. Information encourages initiative, improves teamwork and enhances morale.

PRINCIPLE #8 – Develop a sense of responsibility in your followers. The members of a team will feel a sense of pride and responsibility when they successfully accomplish a new task given them. When we delegate responsibility to our followers we are indicating that we trust them.

PRINCIPLE #9 – Ensure each task is understood, supervised and accomplished. Team members must know the standard. Supervising lets us know the task is understood and lets our team members know we care about mission accomplishment and about them.

PRINCIPLE #10 – Build a team. Leaders develop a team spirit that motivates team members to work with confidence and competence.

Because mission accomplishment is based on teamwork, it is evident the better the team, the better the team will perform the task.

PRINCIPLE #11 – Employ your team in accordance with its capabilities. A leader must use sound judgment when employing the team. Failure is not an option. By employing the team properly we insure mission accomplishment.

The 11 principles of leadership listed above will greatly assist our leaders in an endeavor to “get back to the basics.” ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

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Warrior Challenge Pacific Air Missile Defense Warriors Compete FORT SHAFTER HAWAI – Courage, above all things, is the first quality of a warrior, said Karl von Clausewitz.

Courage is the initial drive that assembled warriors from 94th Army Air and Missile Defense Command to kick off their yearly warrior challenge May 6, at Schofield Barracks with the event culminating with the awards ceremony May 11th at Aliamanu Military Reservation Community Center.

Many units have people have different reasons for hosting events like this. They help to build morale and bring out the best in Soldiers.

Master Sgt. Jay Hart, warrior challenge noncommissioned officer in charge and a native of Berrien Springs MI says “It is important to have these types of events not only for the competitive side or bragging rights, but the right to continue to hone your skills and bring the very best of our soldiers and NCOs out.”

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The following Soldiers competed in the competition: Spc. Efthimiades, Sgt. Naugle, Sgt. Boentgen, Spc. Cavanaugh, Sgt. Holman, Staff Sgt. Bybee and Spc. Buenavista.

At the end, there could only be one Soldier and one Noncommissioned Officer standing. Sgt. Patrick Naugle was named Noncommissioned Officer of the Year and Spc. Joshua Efthimiades was named the Soldier of the Year.

The warrior challenge definitely kept to its title and truly challenged each warrior with different strengths and weaknesses.

“The most challenging event for me would have to be the day time land navigation, because you obviously have to know how to do your land navigation, said Efthimiades. You never know how the area is going to look or be like and you have to lug all of your equipment around with you.”

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I prepared by working with my other noncommissioned officers that have a large amount of experience and they offered their help to me. Everyone kind of worked as a group and offered advice and what to focus on. So a lot of studying and ruck marches and preparing by looking at my warrior tasks, said Naugle, operations intelligence analyst with the 5th Battlefield Coordination Detachment.

Through the challenge, all warriors had one thing they could always count on to push them to win warrior of the year.

Efthimiadis said “I overcame the challenges by my will to win and my sponsor behind me. He was cheering me and pushing me on. It was important for me to win this to see how efficient I was at this point in my career and to show my leadership and my peers that I am ready to the next level. I am ready to lead and train soldiers.”

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back me up and give me support whenever I needed it. He was my fall guy. He helped me out when I needed anything.

That was the most motivational thing.”

Naugle and Efthimiades were presented with their achievements on May 11 as the Soldier and NCO of the year for the 94th AAMDC. When Naugle was asked what he is doing next he replied with, “The next goal is already in sight. I am going to hit the books again, do a little bit more rucking. Use the resources that I have inside my unit like my NCOs to prepare for the USARPAC Warrior Challenge.”

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Article by: Sgt. 1st Class Adam Phelps 94th AAMDC, Public Affairs

The 94th Army Air and Missile Defense Command conducted a Warrior Challenge competition. The competition was held in order to pick the noncommissioned officer and Soldier to represent the command in the U.S. Army Pacific Warrior Challenge. Photo by Staff Sgt. John H. Johnson III.

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Champion Visits 2-1 ADA CAMP CARROLL — On May 30, Soldiers from the 2nd Battalion, 1st Air Defense Artillery Regiment (2-1 ADA) were visited by Riki Ellison, threetime Super Bowl Champion of the San Francisco 49ers.

Although he is well recognized as a former National Football League player, Ellison is also known for his tremendous support for a strong missile defense alliance. In 2003 he founded the Missile Defense Advocacy Alliance; a non-profit organization that promotes the continued development and deployment of missile defense systems throughout the U.S. and its allied nations.

In an interview with Sgt. Carlos Gonzales, a U.S. Army broadcast news journalist from the American Forces Network, Ellison discussed his involvement with missile defense and the reason for visiting 2-1 ADA. Ellison said, “I got involved with missile defense in the early 1980s while attending the University of Southern California; I was introduced to the party cabinet members under President Reagan that developed and put forth the strategic defense initiative and have been involved since then. I was involved in missile defense before I was in the NFL and I 28

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ABOVE: Riki Ellison, three-time Super Bowl Champion and advocate for Missile Defense visiting with junior Soldiers from 2nd Battalion, 1st Air Defense Artillery Regiment. Photo by Sgt. 1st Class Jason Kennedy, PAO, 2-1st ADA.

worked in my off seasons on some of the big programs that were being done.”

When asked about why he created the Missile Defense Advocacy Alliance organization, Ellison stated, that the reason was to “Help educate [people] on what missile defense is and to be able to make sure it goes forward.” He also explained that the organization’s “Basic mission is to Support the deployment and evolution of missile defense.”

The Missile Defense Advocacy Alliance organization believes “That the world is a better place because of missile defense [and] that deterring and defending against ballistic missiles is the way of the future,” said Ellison.

Ellison spent the day shaking hands and taking photos with the Soldiers of 2-1 ADA; he had a luncheon with the unit’s senior staff and toured the motor pool, supply support activity office, and headquarters building.

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you for what you do and how important it is. It’s a defensive mentality [Missile defense]—defense wins championships!

I’m here conveying the support you have from the homeland and what your needs are. It’s special; it’s an honor to be here,” said Ellison.

Chief Warrant Officer Richard Wofford from Headquarters and Headquarters Battalion, 2-1 ADA described Ellison’s visit as a “morale booster.”

“It was a great morale booster, you could see the faces on the junior level Soldiers as they were interacting with him. When it was all said and done you could tell they felt very important in their jobs. Mr. Ellison really hit on that, the bulk of the work is done at their level. We appreciate his visit and we enjoyed our time with him.” ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

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ABOVE: 94th AAMDC Soldiers and Family Members pose on the top of the Koko Head Crater Trail after completing the climb.

HONOLULU, HAWAII — Soldiers from the 94th Army Air and Missile Defense Command participated in a motivational unit hike on June 21, 2012 at the Koko Head Crater Trail.

The hike was conducted to challenge the Soldiers mentally, physically, and to add variation to the unit’s physical training program.

“My favorite part of climbing the Koko Head Crater Trail was the full body physical endurance,” said Sgt. 1st Class Justin P. Thorp, a Honolulu native and a 94th AAMDC G3 operations noncommissioned officer.

“I enjoyed climbing the Koko Head Trail,” said Lt. Col. William N. Johnson, a Chicago native and the 94th AAMDC chief of current operations. “ It was a great opportunity to bond with my son and for us to challenge each others physical endurance. It also was good to do something different and outside of the box instead of basic physical training.”

Koko Head Crater Trail is a very hard trail, especially for those looking for a challenge.

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Changing up physical training also helps to boost morale in the organization. Johnson said, “Having a variation in physical training is important. It keeps you fresh and it’s a change from doing the basic stuff everyday. It also adds comradery by letting you invite your family and friends to participate in unit physical training away from the base while enjoying Hawaii.”

Thorp later stated, “Physical training like this breaks up the normal push up and sit up sessions. It also adds some variety and a beautiful view of the city.”

People that make it to the top of the trail get their reward with a beautiful view of Oahu.

“When I reached the top of the trail I had a sense of relief and accomplishment,” said Thorp. “I set a goal of making it to the top as quickly as possible.

Climbing the trail was hard, but doing it with members of the unit pushed me to complete the trail, said Johnson. I had fun while doing it, and after reaching the top, I got to see how beautiful Hawaii really is. I also felt a sense of pride and accomplishment because I didn’t think I would finish the trail.” ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

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LEFT – Spc. Anthony Fye, a Soldier with the 35th Air Defense Artillery Brigade, plays soccer against Korean Augmentation to the United States Army (KATUSA) Soldiers during the KATUSA Friendship Week at Camp Humphreys, Apr. 17. Photo by Spc. Shawn Denham, PAO, 35th ADA. RIGHT – Soldiers with the 35th Air Defense Artillery face off against another unit during a game of soccer at Camp Humphreys, Apr. 17. The game was part of the Korean Augmentation to the United States Army (KATUSA) Friendship Week, and brought Soldiers together with their KATUSA counterparts for friendly competition and camaraderie. Photo by Spc. Shawn Denham, PAO, 35th ADA.

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Soldiers from the 35th ADA, joined with their KATUSA counterparts, participated in the Korea-U.S. Friendship Week, at Camp Humphreys, Apr. 16 – 20.

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Soldiers from different commands throughout the peninsula came out to support the event, separating into teams and competing against each other. For Soldiers and KATUSAs of the 35th ADA, this was an excellent way to get physically active while having fun and learning more about South Korea.

“I’m here to play soccer this week,” said Spc. Dillon McDonald, a Soldier with the 35th ADA. “This week is to signify the bond between KATUSAs and American Soldiers and to strengthen the union of friendship we share.”

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For personnel involved, this is a good opportunity for a cross-cultural exchange.

“It’s really awesome, actually,” said Private 1st. Class Moon, Kyung Joon, a KATUSA Soldier with the 35th ADA. “If I was in the ROK Army, there would be no opportunity for something like this. We created an opportunity for KATUSA and U.S. Soldiers to be friends and get together.

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Supporting Recovery From

The Great East Japan Earthquake Winners & Run Times WINNERS

19 & Below

MALE: 1. Tiffany Walker (22:24) 2. Guy Renquist (23:03) 3. Michael Hussey (24:51) FEMALE: 1. Wren Renquist (20:51) 2. Allie Reichenberg (21:55) 3. Kai Wheeler (31:34)

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MALE: 1. Francisco Ramirez (18:02) 2. Kenn Thomas (18:33) 3. Joshua Miller (18:40) FEMALE: 1. Megan Palmer (19:20) 2. Haley Cash (22:49) 3. Mayra Canizales (24:05)

The Echo Company Crusaders, members of the 1st Battalion, 1st Air Defense Artillery, stationed on Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan, helped coordinate this memorable event in honor of the partnership between the American and Japanese communities. More importantly, the run honored those lost in the tragic Sendai earthquake and tsunami last year, March 11, 2011, and to pay tribute to the heroic efforts of the Japanese and American volunteers who brought aid to areas affected by the natural disasters. The humanitarian aid and disaster relief operation was a joint American and Japanese response to the 9.0 magnitude earthquake and subsequent tsunami to provide relief to Northern Japan.

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the people who were lost,” said Kazunari Tanaka, a foreign liaison with the Southwestern Composite Air Division, Japanese Air Self Defense Force, referring to the 5K run.

Participants, ranging in ages from a few months old to over 65 years old, came together at Kadena Air Base’s Risner Gym to raise money for the Japanese Red Cross Society. More than 345 runners, who represented service members from the US Navy, US Marine Corps, US Air Force and US Army as well as their Japanese counterparts and family members, attended to show support.

1st Lt. Sung-Yong David Kim, who was one of the service members who answered the call to help aid during Operation Tomodachi and planned the benefit run, said, “today’s run holds a special place in my heart due to my participation in the relief efforts last year.”

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On Saturday, March 10, 2012, even gray clouds and the threat of rain could not stop American and Japanese service members and their families from coming together for the 1st Annual 5k Run supporting recovery from last year’s Great East Japan Earthquake.

MALE: 1. Michihiko Nishiyaya (17:59) 2. Greg Paris (19:17) 3. Mauryce Conner (20:15) FEMALE: 1. Tomiko Iwaki (26:32) 2. Theresa Ewadinger (28:39) 3. Marcia Hashman (30:50)

40 & Above

Command Sgt Maj. Norimitsu Ando, the Command Sergeant Major of the Japanese 6th Air Defense Artillery Group, poses with other members of his unit that participated in the benefit run.

groups including ages 19 and below, ages 20 – 39 and ages 40 and above. Here is a list of winners and their run times.

According to their official website www.jrc.org, the Japanese Red Cross Society has assisted the victims of the Northern Japan earthquake by providing medical care, relief counseling, and temporary shelters for the displaced victims. The donations raised on Saturday’s 5K Run will contribute to the good work done by the JRCS and provided another successful demonstration of the friendship between two long-standing partners, the U.S and Japanese militaries. ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

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FORT SHAFTER, HAWAII — Students at Linapuni Elementary School were excited for school to begin because they got the opportunity to spend the day with Soldiers from the 94th Army Air and Missile Defense Command on May 18, 2012.

Soldiers spent the day organizing and participating in events at the school such as basketball, football, dancing, hula hooping and more.

It was not only a rewarding experience for the children but for the Soldiers as well.

“It made me feel great because that’s what I fight for and I really enjoy the kids,” said Staff Sgt. William L. Strohl, the 94th AAMDC motor sergeant and a native of Morgantown, W. Va. “I love children and this event made me feel honored that they allowed me to be a part of it,” said Spc. Natanya Russell, a security manager for the 94th AAMDC and a native of Brooklyn, N.Y. Soldiers have various reasons for 32

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“That’s what we should do as Soldiers, when we do things like this it supports our community and families,” said Strohl.

“Volunteering is a big part of my life and I like to help people get ahead and like to share my knowledge that I have to the younger generation.”

When asked why she volunteered Russell said, “I wanted to do something that made a difference to others. It feels more rewarding.”

For some Soldiers this was their first time volunteering at Linapuni and from the reception and smiles they received, it will not be their last. “I volunteer every chance I get and would absolutely do it again,” said Russell. “I have previously volunteered to read to the students prior to this event.”

“Being a volunteer is more than just saying what you would change, said Russell. “It’s about taking steps to make those changes. I see these children and it makes me want to help change things for them. I

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ABOVE: Soldiers from 94th AAMDC pose with children from Linapuni Elementary School during the Volunteer Day festivities on May 18, 2012.

will always give my time to them, as long as they’ll have me.”

Linapuna Elementary School is part of the School Partnership Program here in Hawaii. The School Partnership Program has a working agreement and close relationship between Army units and public schools. By working in harmony, the quality of education at the schools continues to improve by drawing on resources and expertise of Army personnel as they volunteer at the schools here in Hawaii. ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

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5TH BCD Family Wins Volunteer of the Year

TOP TO BOTTOM: The Steele Family poses with Col. Myers, 5th BCD commander and Capt. Jeffery W. James, the commander of Joint Base Pearl HarborHickam after being awarded the Volunteer Family of the Year. | The Steele Family assisted the Fisher House with preparing several hundred boot displays for the 2012 Fisher House Hero and Remembrance Run that was held on Aug 18.

FORT SHAFTER, HAWAII — Army volunteers are known for what they love to do, dedicating themselves to helping others, and doing it all without expecting a return or recognition. As a result of their good deeds and volunteer spirit, a 5th Battle Coordination Detachment family, won the Volunteer Family of the Year award on April 18, 2012 at the 2nd Annual Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam volunteer recognition ceremony. ★

Staff Sgt. Joseph J. Steele, an air space management noncommissioned officer assigned to the 5th BCD and a Montgomery, Ala. native along with his wife Marcia A. Steele, a native of Detroit, Mich. won the Volunteer Family of the Year award.

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contributed to multiple organizations within our military and civilian communities.

“There was a Soldier from Japan that was dropped off at the Hale Koa Hotel for treatment and I went there and aided the Soldier their entire stay, which lasted six to nine months and prepared soul food for them,” said Mrs. Steele.

Equally important, the Steele’s have cooked and prepared numerous meals throughout the year, washed dishes, cleaned and ensured that the residents of the Fisher House were well treated.

One benefit of volunteering is the impact on the community. Unpaid volunteers are often the glue that holds a community together. Mrs. Steele has been devoted for more than six months to providing daily care and hot meals for cancer patients and helping with their recovery.

“If the patients need a good hot meal they can count on us,” said the Steeles.

Mrs. Steele later said, “Fisher House has different events for the Soldiers and they’re a great organization.”

Furthermore, the Steele’s support their local Trinity Baptist Church program that provides shelter for the homeless. Their willingness to constantly provide aid and care in multiple organizations across the community reflects their dedication to selfless service to helping others.

“These people have really given from the heart,” said Navy Capt. Jeffery W. James, the commander of Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam. ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

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5TH BCD Soldier Awarded

The Purple Heart Medal

Sgt. 1st Class Christopher M. Platter was awarded the Purple Heart Medal on May 11, 2012 at the Aliamanu Military Reservation Community Center for wounds he received on December 27, 2006 in Al karma, Iraq while assigned as an fires and effects trainer and mentor on the military transition team that advised the 2nd Battalion, 4th Brigade, 1st Iraqi army division.

FORT SHAFTER, HAWAII — A 5th Battlefield Coordination Detachment Soldier was awarded the Purple Heart Medal on May 11, 2012 at the Aliamanu Military Reservation community center.

Sgt. 1st Class Christopher M. Platter, a Lockport, New York native and a fire support specialist for the 5th BCD was awarded the Purple Heart Medal for wounds received during combat action on December 27, 2006 in Al Karma, Iraq.

During this deployment, Platter was assigned as the fires and effects trainer and mentor on the military transition team that advised the 2nd Battalion, 4th Brigade, 1st Iraqi army division.

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others have made throughout history,” said Platter. “As a Soldier, it’s understood that people will get wounded in combat.”

“Sgt. 1st Class Platter you will be revered forever by all of us here today,” said Brig. Gen. James H. Dickinson, the previous 94th Army Air and Missile Defense Commander. Thank you for your service to our great Army and thank you for your service to a grateful nation.

“My dad gave me some advice before the deployment,” said Platter. “He told me to keep my head down. I think that was some pretty good advice and I think I’m still here because of that. I was also willing to make the ultimate sacrifice for the love of both countries and for the Army as well.”

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Medal from wounds received in the Vietnam War in 1967.

The Purple Heart Medal is an American decoration, the oldest military decoration in the world in present use. It is also the first American award made available to the common Soldier.

Additionally, the Purple Heart Medal is awarded to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who are wounded by an instrument of war in the hands of the enemy and posthumously to the next of kin in the name of those who are killed in action or die of wounds received in action.

It is specifically a combat decoration. ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

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94TH AAMDC Appreciate Volunteers at Award Ceremony

ABOVE – Former Brig. Gen. James H. Dickinson the 94th AAMDC commander, Command Sgt. Maj. Tedd J. Pritchard the 94th AAMDC command sergeant major pose with Soldiers, civilains and spouse volunteer awardees at the 94TH AAMDC volunteer award ceremony held at Hickam Air Force Base, Hawaii.

HICKAM AIR FORCE BASE, HAWAII ­— Volunteers are not paid; not because they are worthless, but because they are priceless. As a token of appreciation, the 94th Army Air and Missile Defense Command held a Volunteer Recognition Ceremony at the officer club located at Hickam Air Force Base on April 26, 2012.

The ceremony was held to recognize the volunteer efforts of over 50 Soldiers, civilians and family members of the 94th AAMDC. Combined, the volunteers worked over 5000 hours in 2011 while helping to raise funds for unit organizations, local partnerships and installations activities totaling over $4000. Some of the volunteer services rendered helped community organizations including Linapuni Elementary School Outreach, MWR youth sports, Junior ROTC, Makahi Pahili Emergency Exercises and Honolulu Humane Society.

“Volunteering just feels like the right thing to do,” said Mr. Ralph L. Miranda, a 94th AAMDC help desk system administrator and an Aiea, Hawaii native. “I started volunteering with disaster preparedness to keep my family safe but it grew into much more.”

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community. Unpaid volunteers are often the glue that holds a community together.

“I felt honored when I found out I was being recognized,” said SGT 1st Class Justin Thorp, the 94th AAMDC command group noncommissioned officer in charge and a Kaneohe, Hawaii native. “Volunteering is important because it helps strengthen our community.”

“I felt surprised that I was recognized because I had no idea,” said Sgt. Kenneth Kirby Jr., an Oakland, Calif. native and the 94th AAMDC’s G4 property book noncommissioned officer in charge. “I started volunteering when I heard about what Soldiers did to help the kids and I decided I would love to help the kids in any way I can.”

Volunteering provides hope and encouragement to people, as well as promoting personal growth. The volunteering experience is another act of selfless service in which Soldiers and their families are allowed to give back to the communities that they temporarily make their homes until another change of duty station happens. ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

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The 94th AAMDC Bid

Farewell to Retirees

We honor you and salute your service. May we always remember that serving one’s country is the ultimate expression of love for family, friends and neighbors.

First line of Defense! One Team! Army Strong!

Col. William Gibson poses with Maj. Gen. Roger Matthews as he receives his retirement certificate after serving over 30 years of military service to our Army. Gibson served as the Assistant Chief of Staff G4 while assigned to the 94th AAMDC and served in the U.S. Army from 1976-2012.

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Chief Warrant 4 Robert Mantooth and his wife pose with Maj. Gen. Mathews during his retirement ceremony.

Mantooth served in the U.S. Army from 1991-2012.

Col. Sean Rice poses with Brig. Gen. James Dickinson as he receives his retirement award during his retirement ceremony. Rice served the U.S. Army from 1985-2012.

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In Memory of

Lt. Col. Brian W. Brown November 29, 1964 - October 12, 2012 Lt. Col. Brian W. Brown began his military career by enlisting in the U.S Army Reserve in 1983 into the delayed entry program. He entered active duty summer of 1984. . He attended Officer Candidate School at Fort Benning, Georgia and was commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant in 1993. He held a bachelor’s degree in Aeronautical Studies from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach, Florida.

His previous assignments include Maintenance Platoon Leader from 1994- 1996, Assistant S-3, and Battery Executive Officer in the 3rd Battalion, and 43rd Air Defense Artillery at Fort Bliss, Texas. During this tour, he deployed to Dhahran and Riyadh, Saudi Arabia in support of Operation Southern Watch.

Following this assignment, he served as the Assistant S-3 in 2nd Battalion, 1st Air Defense Artillery at Fort Bliss, Texas. From 1998-1999, he commanded Headquarters and Headquarters Battery of 2nd Battalion, 1st Air Defense Artillery at Fort Bliss, Texas. Then he commanded 1st Battalion, 362 Regiment from 2001-2004 at Fort Bliss, Texas. Following his Battalion Command, he served as Air Defense Officer at the Air Defense Artillery Test Directorate at Fort Bliss, Texas. In summer 2005, he departed Fort Bliss and served as an Operations Officer in the 94th Army Air and Missile Defense Command at Fort Shafter, Hawaii. In 2007, he deployed with the 11th Aviation Brigade and served as the ADAM Cell Officer-in-Charge in Balad, Iraq. Following this deployment, Lt. Col Brown returned to the 94th Army Air and Missile Defense Command in 2008 and served as the Chief of War Plans. ★

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Lt. Col. Brown served in a critical position as the 94th Army Air and Missile Defense Command Liaison Officer to U.S. Forces Japan at Yokota Air Base, Japan. He handled all air and missile defense matters in the region and worked extensively with the Japanese Self Defense Force.

His awards and decorations include the Bronze Star, Army Commendation Medal (4 OLC), Army Achievement Medal (6 OLC), Meritorious Unit Commendation Medal (2nd Award), Army Good Conduct Medal (3rd Award), National Defense Service Medal (2nd Award), Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, Southwest Asia Service Medal (3rd Award), Iraq Campaign Medal Campaign Star, Noncommissioned Officers Professional Development Ribbon (2nd Award), Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary and Service Medals, Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon (2nd Award), Kuwait Liberation Medal (Saudi Arabia), Kuwait Liberation Medal (Kuwait), and Parachutist Badge.

Brian is survived by his parents, Jackie (Jack) and Bonnie Brown of Trenton, North Carolina; his wife Kumiko M. Brown; their seven children; Andrew L. Brown of Fort Wainwright, Alaska; Cory (Adam) Brown of Kokomo, Indiana; Chelsea R. Brown of Birmingham, Alabama; Kaori S. Hubbard of San Francisco, California; Rika E. Hubbard of Pearl City, Hawaii; David Ballesteros-Brown of Waipahu, Hawaii; Ayaka K. Brown of Japan, and eight grandchildren.

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