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Friday, November 22, 2013 Vol. 48, No. 46 Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, S.C.

Kilo Company graduates Page 15

“The noise you hear is the sound of freedom.”

n Entertainment n News Briefs n Weather n Around The Corps n In The Community n Graduates

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Drawdown and promotion Page 7

Unlocking suicide: prevention is key Page 8

Iraq native flees, becomes Marine Page 12

MACS-2 performs mobile team training

Cpl. Brady Wood Staff Writer

Marine Air Control Squadron 2, Detachment A, conducted training with the Marine Air Traffic Control Mobile Team aboard Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, Nov. 12. In order to prepare Marines for operations, the detachment used the Air Station runways to set up an Assault Landing Zone and issue radio calls to participating C-130’s from the Georgia Air National Guard 165th Airlift Wing. “The primary objective for this training is for us to setup an expeditionary airfield,” said Gunnery Sgt. Jeremy Goco, the MMT leader for MACS-2, Detachment A. “This allows us to recover C-130 operations. If we are in an austere environment we need to provide chow or any other gear Marines need.” Expeditionary airfields are intended to be quickly setup for temporary use in unforgiving environments. The mission of the exercise was to train Marines in the employment of air traffic control services for Assault Landing Zones. “As a six-man team we need to be as efficient as possible,” said Goco. “We have to make as little noise as possible, and that’s one thing this training helps with. The low noise level is to teach the Marines that the less noise they make, the less likely they would reveal their location. This also helps us create better communication with other squadrons.” The commander’s intent was for the six-man team to learn what each specialty would bring to the table. “The key aspect that I want the Marines to take away from this exercise is teamwork [and] communication,” said Goco. “They will also be learning how to take the information that they are gaining from the pilot’s approaches, and how they can reference that information back to him.” The exercise didn’t just teach the Marines communications; air traffic controllers were also introduced to the physical aspect of their job. “This introduced me to how important it is to work with Marines in other Military Occupational Specialty fields in order to accomplish a mission,” said Sgt. Rafael Nepaulsingh, an air traffic controller for MACS-2. “In an exercise like this it’s important to see what the communications and the technician Marines do for the sake of the mission.” Several months prior to deploying, units around the Marine Corps perform various training exercises with other MOS fields to prepare them for what lies ahead. see

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Photo by Cpl. Sarah Cherry Marines with Marine Air Control Squadron 2 Detachment A account for gear at the end of training with Marine Air Traffic Control Mobile Team. The lights, used as visual indicators of the landing area, can be controlled manually or by remote, and have different color settings and an infrared setting. The training helps Marines perfect the skills necessary to set up temporary airfields in unforgiving environments.

VCLO implemented to preserve victim’s rights Lance Cpl. Brendan Roethel Staff Writer

To support victims of sexual assault and other crimes, the Marine Corps has put in place the Victims’ Legal Counsel Organization. The VLCO’s implementation is detailed in Marine administrative message 583/13, which took effect, Nov. 1. The organization will provide legal advice and

representation to victims to help protect their rights at all stages of the military justice process. VLCO services will supplement, not replace, other victim services such as the Family Advocacy Program, the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program, Uniformed Victim Advocates, and other services. Victims’ legal counsel see

Photo by Cpl. Rubin J. Tan Tri-Command Marines gathered to participate in the Parris Island Intramural Rifle and Pistol Competition at the Weapons and Field Training Battalion aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, Nov. 16.

Cash or benefits? Cpl. Brady Wood Staff Writer

Parris Island Intramural Rifle and Pistol Competition Lance Cpl. Brendan Roethel Staff Writer

Tri-Command Marines gathered to participate in the Parris Island Intramural Rifle and Pistol Competition at the Weapons and Field Training Battalion aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot Par-

ris Island, Nov. 16. According to a Depot bulletin, the competition is held annually to “promote increased proficiency in the use of individual arms” and to “provide the foundation for Corps-wide marksmanship proficiency and enhanced combat readiness.”

“The intramurals are all about continuing the reinforcement of marksmanship,” said Master Sgt. Henry Gonzalez, the training chief for Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort. “They also provide Marines with the opportunity to see

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Vlco, page 4

Experts told the military compensation and retirement modernization commission that a top priority should be replacing non-cash benefits into immediate cash payments for troops, according to Andrew Tilghman, a staff writer for Military Times. Congress created the

commission earlier this year in response to growing concern that personnel costs, especially for retirement and health care, may threaten the military’s ability to train, equip and sustain the force in an era of declining budgets. The bigger pieces of see

Benefits, page 4

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Games and Entertainment

Friday, November 22, 2013

MCAS Beaufort Movie Schedule

Saturday 2 p.m. PG (1:42)

Mess Hall Menu Monday - Friday Breakfast: 6 - 7:30 a.m. Lunch: 11 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. Dinner: 4 - 6 p.m.

Saturday 5 p.m. PG-13 (1:31)

Saturday 7 p.m. R (1:39)

MCRD Parris Island Movie Schedule

Saturday, Sunday and holidays Brunch: 8:30 - 11 a.m. Dinner: 4 - 6 p.m.

Midrats Sunday - Thursday 11:30 p.m. - 1 a.m. Takeout Window Hours: Breakfast - Mon. - Fri. 7:30 a.m. - 11 a.m. Lunch - Mon. - Fri. 12:45 p.m. - 4 p.m. Dinner - Mon. - Fri. 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Saturday Dinner Lunch Grilled steak and Mesquite roasted baked macaroni pork loin and rice

Sunday 2 p.m. PG (1:38)

Sunday Lunch Dinner Honey barbecue French fried shrimp chicken and beans and tater tots

Sunday 4:30 p.m. PG-13 (1:36)

Sunday 7 p.m. PG-13 (2:14)

Sudoku

Monday - Friday Breakfast Hot farina, hot hominy grits and oven-fried bacon Monday Dinner Lunch Barbecue spareribs Loaded baked potato and potatoes chowder and rice Tuesday Dinner Lunch Yankee pot roast and Louisiana chicken corn on the cob and sausage gumbo Wednesday Dinner Lunch Texas barbecue beef Maple winter brisket and beans vegetable soup Thursday Dinner Lunch Baked stuffed shells Jamaican jerk chickand marinara sauce en and macaroni Friday Lunch Maple glazed salmon and wild rice

Dinner Mambo pork roast and sweet potatoes

cHapel seRVices Roman Catholic • 9:30 a.m. - Sunday Mass • Confession takes place before Mass • Confession Monday - Thursday at noon Protestant • 9:45 a.m. - Protestant Church School (Sunday School) • 11 a.m. - Protestant Sunday Worship Service (Children’s church is also available at this time) • 5 p.m. - Wednesday Protestant Bible Study • 5 p.m. - Saturday Worship Service at Laurel Bay Youth Center Lutheran • 8:30 a.m. - Sunday Holy Communion Service in the Small Base Chapel

Answer key will be available on facebook.com/MCASBeaufort, Nov. 27.

Crossword

Buddhist • 11 a.m. - Saturday Worship Service in the Chapel Fellowship Hall Labyrinth Walk • 8 a.m - 4 p.m. - Monday in the Chapel Fellowship Hall Other Faith Groups • For Jewish, Mormon and Islamic support, contact the Chaplain’s Office at 228-7775 Other Programs • Monday, Wednesday, Friday Alcoholics Anonymous - 11:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.

Mission Assurance

Hotlines

MCAS Beaufort Station Inspector Sexual Assault Response Coordinator Force Protection information and concerns PMO Dispatch Severe Weather and Force Protection

228-7789 228-6904 228-6924 228-6710 1-800-343-0639

Sexual Assault The contact number for a Uniformed Victim Advocate is 592-0646. This number can get you in contact with a UVA 24 hours a day.

Fraud, Waste and Abuse

If you know of or suspect any fraud, waste or abuse aboard MCAS Beaufort, call 228-7777. If you know of or suspect any fraud, waste or abuse within MAG-31, call (252) 466-5038. The automated answering service on these lines is available 24 hours a day.

DOWN 1. Motto before semper fidelis 2.Part of USMC symbol that recognizes worldwide service 3. Part of USMC symbol that recognizes our nation 5. USMC was established here 6. Part of USMC symbol that recognizes naval tradition 7. Last offensive battle of WWII

ACROSS 2. First american outpost to fall to the Japanese 4. Name of the fort taken without a shot 8. Man who established USMC 9. First seaborn assault against Coral Attoll 10. First amphibious assault after WWII

Answer key will be available on facebook.com/MCASBeaufort, Nov. 27.

Command Information

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Tri-Command Weather 7 Day Forecast

Friday, November 22, 2013

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A Santa and Me photo shoot is scheduled to take place Nov. 29 - Dec. 24, at the MCRD Parris Island Exchange from 11 a.m. - 7 p.m., Monday - Friday. For more information call 228-1538.

Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron is scheduled to hold a Holiday Basketball Tournament Nov.23, at the Air Station Fitness Center. For more information call 228-7386.

A Jingle Bell Run is slated to take place Dec. 6, at the Air Station Fitness Center at 7 a.m. Holiday dress is encouraged. For more information call 228-1566.

FRIENDS of Caroline Hospice is scheduled to hold a Jingle Jog 5k Dec. 7, at the Spanish Moss Trail located at 2727 Depot Road from 8:30 a.m. 8:30 p.m. For more information visit eatsleepplaybeaufort.com/event/2013jingle-jog-5k.

The Commanding Officer’s 25th Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony is scheduled to take place Dec. 9, at the 7 Day Store aboard Laurel Bay from 6 - 8 p.m.

The photocopying of U.S. Government identification cards is a violation of Title 18, U.S. Code Part I, Chapter 33, Section 701 and punishable by fine and imprisonment.

Brain Teaser If it takes six men one hour to dig six holes, how long does it take one man to dig half a hole?

Effective June 1, MCAS Beaufort will be in Tropical Cyclone Condition V for Hurricane season until Nov. 30. There are currently no threats. This year will be an extremely active season. Colorado State University is predicting 18 named storms and National Weather Service is predicting 18-20 named storms.

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Public Affairs Chief

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Press Chief

Sgt. Terika S. King

Comm/Media Relations Chief Sgt. Marcy Sanchez

Answer for this week’s brain teaser will be available on facebook.com/MCASBeaufort, Nov. 27.

Strive to maintain a healthy self-image Cmdr. Dean Hoelz Air Station Chaplain

“You are valuable just because you exist. Not because of what you do or what you have done, but simply because you are” (Max Lucado). I have a wonderful little book on my shelf titled, “God’s Survival Manual” by Criswell Freeman. It covers lots of topics concerning daily life. One particular topic that really spoke to me was the topic of “Self-Image.” Thousands of books have been written about the importance of self-esteem and a healthy selfimage. Freeman as you might guess suggests that a person’s proper self-image should not be so much shaped by society but rather by God. We can get so wrapped up in what we think others expect of us that we forget to focus on God’s expectations for us. There are a few other tips he gives to aid

people towards a healthy sense of self and they are: 1. Do the right thing; if you’re misbehaving, how can you expect to feel good about yourself? 2. Watch what you think: If your inner voice is your critic, then tone that voice down and be more accepting and less judgmental of yourself. 3. Spend time with boosters, not critics: If your friends are putting you down, get new friends. 4. If you’re addicted to something unhealthy, stop: Addictions of any type can cause havoc, disorder and grief in your life which can lead to low self-esteem. - Cmdr. Dean Hoelz Finally, Don’t worry too much about self-esteem: Instead, focus more on living a life pleasing to God. Learn to think optimistically. Find people to love and people to serve. When you take the time to do these few simple steps you will find that on most days, self-esteem will take care of itself.

“We can get so wrapped up in what we think others expect of us that we forget to focus on God’s expectations for us.”

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compensation such as health care and retirement plans for those that serve 20 years, may not be the most effective way to recruit, pay and retain service members and sustain the all-volunteer force, experts said. David Chu, a former Pentagon personnel chief, said current military pay structure is flawed because there are troops that don’t fully appreciate the value of their benefits package. “The in-kind benefits are a risky position for the government,” Chu told the commissioners. “Military personnel do not value the in-kind benefits to the same level that they cost the government.” But some commissioners raised concerns about whether today’s troops, particularly younger enlisted members, could handle the increased responsibility that comes with more cash payments. “I see the power of the economic principle of cash current versus benefits later…it is very, very powerful,” said retired Air Force Lt. Col. Mike Higgins, a member of the commission and former longtime senior staffer on the House Armed Services Committee. “I think, for most service members, the system that we have right now would probably be best,” said Gunnery Sgt. Orion Murray, the career planner for Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron aboard Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort. “There are a lot of young military families that probably would not be able to handle the extra money given to them to pay for healthcare and other benefits.” Unlike civilians, troops today receive significant non-cash compensation that is either in-kind benefits or deferred for many years. That includes big-ticket items such as the accrual of retirement benefits and the promise of lifetime Tricare coverage for retirees, even into their Medicare years, as well as smaller perks such as tuition assistance and access to Defense Department-run schools, on-base housing and subsidized commissaries. The experts’ suggestion that troops may not fully appreciate noncash benefits was at odds with comments the commission heard from an advocate from the National Military Family Association. Eileen Huck, the Virginia-based group’s deputy director for government relations, said military families place a lot of value on the health care and family services provided to active-duty troops, including mental health care for their children. “People have more comfort when they know they are in control [of ] what goes on in their life. For those Marines that are more disciplined with their finances, I think it would help put them at ease,” said Sgt. Rafael Nepaulsingh, an air traffic controller for Marine Air Control Squadron 2, Detachment Alpha. “At the same time, there are those individuals that would take advantage and use the money in a way that would ultimately hurt them in the long run.” There are many benefits provided to service members that are used on a regular basis. The big question is, more cash or keep the current system?

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services are intended for active duty military members, reservists on active duty, and other eligible victims as resources permit. “We will fully advise victims of their rights, and when detailed, will represent victims in court,” said Capt. Dustin Whetsel, the victim’s legal counselor aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island. “We will also provide confidential legal assistance to victims of crime.” Upon seeking assistance from a SAPR coordinator, UVA, FAP, military criminal investigator, victim/witness liaison or coordinator, or trial counsel, all eligible victims will be given the opportunity to consult with a victim legal counselor. Crimes committed within the military community, including rape, sexual assault, hazing, and other offenses harm the individuals affected, units, their mission, and the Corps as a whole. To combat victims from being revictimized when coming forward to seek justice, the VLCO will be made available to fully advise victims of their rights. The MARADMIN explains that the Marine Corps is committed to protecting the rights and interests of all victims, and the VLCO will help ensure proper assistance throughout the process.

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enhance their marksmanship skills while participating in friendly competition,” Shooters are required to compete with both the M9 pistol and M16A4/M4 service rifle with Rifle Combat Optics during the intramural matches. Marines can enter the competition as individuals or four-man teams. Each team however must have at least one officer and one sergeant. More than 100 trophies, plaques, medallions and certificates will be presented to the match winners, Nov. 26. “Marines who stand out will receive more than just a trophy,” Gonzalez said. “They could be offered the opportunity to compete in higher level competitions with the possibility of becoming a part of the Marine Corps’ Shooting Team.” Qualifying for one of the Corps’ shooting teams is tough. Roughly a dozen Marines were chosen to compete on the Marine Corps’ 2012 rifle and pistol teams. Those with top marksmanship skills that become members of the rifle and pistol teams join a rich history of elite marksmanship in the Corps. Team members pass down the team’s history, and represent the Marine Corp’s tradition that every Marine is a rifleman.

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Photos by Sgt. Marcy Sanchez

The Beaufort/ Port Royal Fire Department along with the Burton Fire Department conducted live-fire training aboard Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, Nov. 20. The departments trained aboard the Air Station to utilize the live fire training facility which is a reinforced steel structure designed to withstand the hottest temperatures. The Air Station is home to one of two live fire training facilities in Beaufort County.

Farewell to FRO

Photos by Cpl. Sarah Cherry

Lt. Col. Kevin O'Rourke, commanding officer for Marine All-Weather Fighter Attack Squadron 533, presents Jennifer Scherr with a length of service award commending her work as family readiness officer for the squadron on her last day as the VMFA(AW)-533 FRO. “This is the best job I could ever have,” said Scherr. “There honestly hasn’t been a day when I’ve woken up and not wanted to go to work. It’s very rewarding to be able to help people every day. I’m devastated to leave.” Goodbyes were full of smiles through tears on Scherr’s last day as Hawks recounted good memories of her service to the squadron. “She gives her all and is truly an example of service above self,” said Jennifer Morrow, a friend and neighbor to Scherr as well as the family readiness officer for the VMFA(AW)-224 Bengals. “She has a special place in her heart for helping others. I just don’t want to see her go; she’s been a tremendous asset. She’s touched the lives of lots of people and we’ll truly miss her.”

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“This is our workup for what we need to do when we deploy,” Nepaulsingh said. “It helps prepare our minds for this aspect of our job, and reminds us why we need to maintain our readiness at all times.” MACS-2 is able to perform this training exercise every month to prepare their Marines for situations they may encounter while deployed.

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Changes to ECFCP help drawdown and promotions Lance Cpl. Brendan Roethel Staff Writer

While limits on the maximum number of years Marines may serve at a particular rank before being separated from the Marine Corps remain unchanged, policy revisions have altered the rules on how those limits are applied. The changes were detailed in Marine administrative message 585/13, signed Nov. 1, which outlines the Enlisted Career Force Controls Program. Facing increasing drawdown targets, initial plans to shrink the Corps went from 182,100 personnel by 2016, to the current goal of 174,000 by 2017. This additional year to hit the Corps’ drawdown target allows the Marine Corps to drawdown at a steadier rate until the end of 2017. While the ECFC limit for sergeants is 10 years, those who are non-competitive may no longer make it that long in uniform. In years past, sergeants who

were passed once by a selection board were granted extensions to serve up to 10 years, allowing them to get a second look by a board. Extensions can still be granted, but it is no longer automatic. If a Marine has been passed over once and a review of their record and their commander’s assessment show they remain competitive, he could be granted an extension, if not they will be sent home at the end of their contract. In 2011, the Corps reduced the ECFC limit for sergeants from 13 years to 10. The change in policy sped how quickly sergeants went before selection boards. That was good for more competitive noncommissioned officers wanting to pick up staff sergeant, but it also sped the departure of those who were passed for promotion. With more non-competitive sergeants being removed from the ranks, and efforts made to tempt staff sergeants out of the Marine Corps with early retirement incentives, upward mobility is ex-

pected to improve. “Long gone are the days when multiple deployments would get you promoted,” said Sgt. Maj. Michael Barrett, the sergeant major of the Marine Corps, during a brief in July 2012. “If you are not well-rounded, you will not get promoted.” The recent change in policy aims to avoid penalizing Marines who were asked to serve in the war effort rather than completing a Special Duty Assignment, but also mentions the importance of completing an SDA to remain competitive for promotion. “To be competitive, a Marine should try to have more than just deployment experience,” said Gunnery Sgt. Orion Murray, the career planner for Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron aboard Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort. “Marines should also have time as a recruiter, drill instructor, Marine security guard or another special duty assignment.”

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Suicide prevention gains ground Cpl. Sarah Cherry Staff Writer

The Department of Defense is fighting against suicide, and gaining ground. Defense officials told the Associated Press that suicide in the Marine Corps has decreased 11 percent this year. The Marine Corps continues to push back against suicide by training individual Marines in prevention techniques. “Suicide can happen to anyone,” said Jeanette Smith, suicide prevention specialist

for the Tri-Command. “It can strike all races, all genders, all ages. It’s very important to be aware of suicide prevention techniques, especially evidence-based suicide prevention tools.” Suicide prevention education teaches Marines how to help a Marine in distress. The key word for Marines is RACE – recognize, ask, care and escort. Training covers everything from possible signs of suicide to available prevention resources. “It gives them the knowl-

edge to handle a distressing situation,” said Smith. “Everyone should know how to prevent suicide, not just for your fellow Marines, but also for yourself. Every Marine, every spouse, every family member is important to the Marine Corps.” Suicide can affect families, friends, unit morale, cohesion, even unit readiness. “The bottom line is we have to take care of each other,” said Smith. “You spend more time with each other than with your fami-

lies. Who better to keep an eye on you to make sure you’re okay than your fellow Marine?” Ideally, prevention is continuous. Suicide prevention is not just a class or training, but a proactive strategy to maintain readiness, morale and well-being. Suicide training is frequent, focusing on peer-to-peer support, intervention and getting help early. Smith recommends following up annually required suicide prevention training

with supplemental education from a suicide prevention specialist, and keeping the discussion open by talking about suicide in the office. “I don’t want any parent or any Marine to feel that pain of losing a Marine or losing a family member,” said Smith. “We need to lead from the front with prevention, because prevention saves lives. “The earlier you get a person into treatment, the more successful the outcome will be. Your life is

your life. Value your life, and value yourself. The Marine Corps wants you to get help.” The following prevention resources are available for free: Chaplains, Marine Corps Suicide Prevention Program, Suicide Prevention Lifeline (1800-273-TALK), Behavioral Health Counselors 843228-6126/1620, Military & Family Life Counselors 843340-2589/843-592-2075, Military OneSource, and the National Suicide Hotline (1-800-SUICIDE).

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Vietnam veteran counsels MAG Marines on servant leadership

Cpl. Timothy Norris Staff Writer

Marine Aircraft Group 31 hosted guest speaker Phil Downer aboard Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, Nov. 5. The Vietnam veteran spoke at two events, one addressing the subject of leadership to the Marines of MAG-31 and another regarding couple relationships at the Air Station chapel later that evening. Command members of MAG31 received direction from higher command elements to increase leadership training efforts for Marines at every level. “It was suggested they were free to engage the subject of leadership and ethics in a way of their choosing,” said Lt. Cmdr. Kim Donahue, MAG-31 senior chaplain, from Rocky Hill, N.J. “In the past we have had peer groups lead by noncommissioned officers to discuss different topics after a safety stand down. They wanted to combine that.” The solution was inviting a guest speaker with military experience

who could relate with the Marines on the positive and negative consequences of leadership. “I just love Marines,” he said. “They kept me alive, I care about them. When you get to be older you train others not to make your mistakes.” Downer spoke of his time as a Marine machine gunner with 2nd Battalion, 5th Marines, in Vietnam from 1966-1968 and the examples of leadership that saved his life and the lives of others. Each memory he recounted tied back to the principle of servant leadership and how it builds relationships of trust between leaders and subordinates. “Servant leadership trumps fear, stupidity, and hopelessness and replaces it with courage,” he said. “It helps you to rise to the occasion and serve the people you’re with because if you trust them and they trust you. It’s esprit de corps and it pays off.” Downer also explained the principles apply in garrison and in home as well as combat, how families and peace-time Marines can still fall prey to mistakes leading to loss of life.

“We’re either going to succeed together or we’re going to fail together,” Downer said to the Marines. “You’re in a war right now, a different kind of war, and your enemy is more concealed. Your enemy is pride, complacency and alcohol abuse, among other things.” Downer was just as enthusiastic at the chapel later that evening, speaking more towards personal relationships as spouses or parents. “I believe our ability to have that kind of trusting relationship is a personally measurable outcome of spiritual fitness,” Donahue said. “I think he got his point across to the Marines. He spoke in a way that was accessible to everyone, and it had quite an impact. Servant leadership leads to mission accomplishment. “To be a servant, to place another person before yourself, will bring a whole different experience in that relationship,” she continued. “I would want every Marine who was there to know that their life is absolutely critical and valuable, and hope that they would feel the same way about everyone else around them.

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Osprey lands on JMSDF ship for first time in Asia-Pacific JAPAN MARITIME SELF-DEFENSE FORCE SHIP ISE, at Sea -- An MV-22B Osprey landed on a Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force ship Nov. 12 for the first time in the Asia-Pacific region. Marines with III Marine Expeditionary Force conducted the MV-22 Osprey landing with the Japan Self-Defense Force aboard the Ise, a JMSDF ship, to improve interoperability, enhance bilateral training and illustrate the capability of the Osprey to speedily transport cargo and passengers to and from ships from both nations. The Commanding General of III MEF, Lt. Gen. John Wissler, the Chief of Joint Staff of the JSDF, Gen. Shigeru Iwasaki, and the Commanding General of Western Army, JGSDF, Lt. Gen. Koichiro Bansho, were among those who visited the Ise. “This is the first time for an Osprey to land on a JMSDF ship in this region,” said Robert D. Eldridge, the deputy assistant chief of staff, G-7, government and external affairs for Marine Corps Installations Pacific. “The fact that the joint chief of staff and commanding generals personally came down here to see this, that they visited Futenma and that they flew in an Osprey are significant for our Japan-U.S. relationship and for security in this region.” The group toured the planning area where the JMSDF is capable of handling humanitarian assistance and disaster relief operations and coordinating with civil defense first responders and nongovernmental organizations. “This is another opportunity for us to reinforce the Japan-U.S. relationship,” said Wissler. “With the development of capabilities by the JMSDF we have another amphibious partner in the Western Pacific who can help us … and better assist in any humanitarian aid and relief operations.” This is the second time an Osprey has landed on a JMSDF ship, with the first being at Exercise Dawn Blitz on the west coast in the U.S. earlier this year. This landing is a continuation of the Japan-U.S. military cooperation. “This landing expands the breadth of capability that exists between the JSDF and the United States military,” said Wissler. “This strengthens the alliance and adds strength and interoperability to the Japan-U.S. alliance.” The aircraft involved in the landing are with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 265 (Reinforced) currently assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, III MEF.

Lives saved during Operation Damayan MARINE CORPS AIR STATION FUTENMA, OKINAWA, Japan -At the request of the Government of the Philippines, Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel has directed U.S. Pacific Command to support U.S. Government humanitarian assistance and disaster relief operations in the Republic of the Philippines in response to the devastation from Typhoon Haiyan. From Nov. 10-13 approximately 250 U.S. personnel, eight Marine Corps MV-22B Ospreys and multiple KC-130J Hercules arrived in the Philippines. In those three days, personnel delivered more than 129,000 pounds of relief supplies – food, water and other emergency supplies – provided by the Philippine government and the U.S. Agency for International Development, and transported more than 140 passengers in the storm-ravaged area. The aircraft also evacuated more than 160 refugees from the Tacloban area. A forward command element and humanitarian assistance survey team, led by Brig. Gen. Paul Kennedy, the deputy commander of III MEF and the commanding general of 3rd MEB, deployed to the Philippines out of Okinawa. “There’s a lot we can do,” said Kennedy. “We’re working hand in hand with the Philippines, both with their armed forces and the national police, and we will help them in their time of need.” The initial focus of U.S. relief efforts includes surface maritime search and rescue, airborne maritime SAR, medium-heavy helicopter lift support, fixed-wing lift support and logistics enablers. Super Typhoon Haiyan has impacted more than 4.2 million people across 36 provinces in the Philippines, according to the Philippine government’s national disaster risk reduction and management council. Philippine officials will have a better idea of the damage and death toll in the coming days as transportation and communications systems are repaired. Since 1990, the U.S. Government has responded to more than 40 disasters in the Republic of the Philippines at the request of its government, ranging from volcanic eruptions and drought, to population displacement.

Sergeant Christopher Sullivan, a team leader with Black Sea Rotational Force 14, stands at attention beside an Army soldier and two Bulgarian soldiers at the conclusion of Exercise Peace Sentinel in Novo Selo, Bulgaria, Nov. 7, 2013. Marines with BSRF-14 conducted Exercise Peace Sentinel alongside a platoon of Bulgarian soldiers. The exercise increased partner-nation capacity, enhanced interoperability, and increased overall effectiveness of the participating forces.

Marines, Bulgarians conduct joint Exercise Peace Sentinel 13

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NOVO SELO TRAINING AREA, Bulgaria -- Marines and sailors with Black Sea Rotational Force 14 trained alongside Bulgarian soldiers from 1st Company, 2nd Battalion, 61st Mechanized Brigade as a part of Exercise Peace Sentinel 13. The two-week long exercise, which began on Oct. 28, included cordon-and-search tactics and battalion-sized defense and raid operations that included dismounted, mounted, and combined-arms tactics. Sergeant Donnel Watkins, a squad leader with BSRF-14, worked alongside the Bulgarian soldiers and demonstrated small-unit leadership and squad-level tactics. “The purpose was to join forces and work together,” said Watkins. “The hardest part was communication.” The obvious language barrier provided some friction to the fighting forces. Through cohesive training, however, both the Marines and the Bulgarians began communicating implicitly. “Almost every operation I learned something while working with them. The first thing I remember from my first conversation with a Marine was [the term] ‘geometries of fire.’ We don’t call it that. It’s not translatable [what we call geometry of fire]. But every [Marine] knows what they are

doing. We had an ambush and both flanks [executed],” he added. “It’s really easy to work with [Marines] because I don’t need to say anything. I can just use a hand signal. They are so disciplined.” First Lieutenant Michael Phillips, a platoon commander with BSRF-14, experienced the Bulgarian’s work ethic and leadership first hand as he assisted in tactical planning and the execution of the exercise. “Working with the Bulgarians was excellent because of their hospitality and their ability to break down communication barriers,” said Phillips. “They have complete dedication to the mission and their soldiers. Servant-leadership is a foundational tool in the Marine Corps and I think they have truly mastered that.” Perhaps the most noticeable difference between the two fighting forces was the decentralization of command. The Marine Corps is well known for the ‘strategic corporal.’ Enlisted leaders are empowered and given the responsibility and privilege of leading Marines. The Bulgarian soldiers rely more on their officer leadership to guide them. This also created a difference in tactical planning. “They were very surprised. They were really blown away that a corporal was a vehicle commander,” said Cpl. Nicholas Zablonski, a squad leader and vehicle commander with BSRF-14. “Delegating respon-

sibility to an enlisted Marine or their soldiers was a big shock to them, but I think it was good for them to see.” Staff Sergeant David Dahl, the platoon sergeant and senior enlisted tactical advisor with the Marines, assisted in the raid operations and defense planning. Dahl contributed to combining different war fighting tactics to create a workable medium for the Marines and Bulgarians to adopt. “There was a difference in tactics and techniques in how things are done. Bulgarians are still using an older style of tactics which involves more large-scale operations—putting a large face in front of the enemy. Almost like an intimidation style technique which is different from the Marine Corps style,” said Dahl. “[The Bulgarians] showed us the way they would plan the mission and we showed them the way we would do ours. We were able to combine the two techniques for a cordon-andsearch operation and ended up successfully completing the course. The company got really high reviews from their chain of command. They loved it and we had a blast doing it.” Marines were able to become familiar with the Bulgarian soldier’s weapon systems, dismounting techniques, and observed the Bulgarian Special Forces conduct raid operations. The exercise concluded with a battalion-sized defense and raid operation that was

observed by distinguished visitors from both nations, to include the President of Bulgaria. Miroslav Minchev, a sergeant with the Bulgarian forces, worked with Marines once before in Kandahar, Afghanistan. He said the conduct of the Marines was no less professional than the first time he met them in a combat zone. Dimitar Nedev, a private first class with the Bulgarian forces, described the Marines as ‘inspiring.’ “They are really good guys,” said Nedev. “Not only good soldiers, but guys—humans.” The Marines made sure they didn’t leave without finding ways to keep in touch with their new comrades. Although these warriors only knew each other a short time, the brotherhood developed quickly. Captain Momchil Dimitrov, the Bulgarian company commander working alongside Phillips’ platoon, said it best when he made his closing remarks to the Marines. “Everyone is just a soldier, it doesn’t matter the language. What we proved in the last ten days is just that—we can work together no matter the language barrier or different names in tactics. I really appreciate everything we shared together. And I think it’s the same with my guys. The relations that we built here are strong enough for future meetings and operations,” said Dimitrov.

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Arlington, VA - A United States Marine holds a salute during the playing of the National Anthem during the annual wreathe laying ceremony in honor of the 238th Marine Corps Birthday at the Marine Corps War Memorial in Arlington, VA, November 9, 2013.

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MARINE CORPS AIR GROUND COMBAT CENTER TWENTYNINE PALMS, Calif. -- Marines with 1st Battalion, 11th Marine Regiment supported 3rd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment and 1st Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment during the Integrated Training Exercise 1-14 in an artillery suppression exercise aboard the Combat Center Nov. 12 and 13, 2013. The artillery unit, who arrived at the Combat Center last month, came from Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., in order to enhance their war-fighting capabilities with field artillery. Utilizing the vast training ranges unique to the base, 1/11 was able to successfully accomplish this task in conjunction with 3/5, also from MCB Camp Pendleton; and 1/8, from MCB Camp Lejeune, N.C. “In Camp Pendleton, we can’t do nearly as much as we can do here in terms of the size,” said 1st Lt. Michael Valdez, platoon commander, Battery C, 1/11. “For artillery, we need the space, and here we can fire the big rounds, go the long distances and check our timeliness and abilities to give the infantry

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the support they need.” The training exercise emphasized cooperation between artillery batteries and infantry units, as well as the success it can bring to the battlefield. “We’re trying to get back to our roots with mass fires,” said 1st Lt. Gerald F. Landholt III, commanding officer, HQ Battery, 1/11. “The important part for us is showing the Marines of 3/5 and 1/8 what we can do … how well we shoot with infantry battalions and supporting them through timeliness, accuracy, and flexibility with their intent is (a direct reflection) of how well they cooperate with artillery batteries during deployments.” According to Landholt, the artillery batteries engaged targets through fire missions, making way for the infantry as they maneuvered through simulated, neutralized targets to assault their own objectives. “In Camp Pendleton, our training is simulated,” Landholt said. “We have an impact area where the infantry can’t maneuver. Here, the infantry can maneuver right through the targets, and it adds a lot of realism to the training.” The artillery batteries utilized M777 Howitzers to conduct fire missions, utilizing multiple types of rounds such as the 155mm M825

white phosphorous projectile, 155mm M795 high explosive projectile, and M485A2 illumination rounds, according to Valdez. The artillery crew Marines found a valuable opportunity to sharpen their proficiency as crewmen with the training exercise. “This type of training really gives the indepth aspects that aren’t normally present during our standard training evolutions,” said Cpl. Philip H. Buhler, cannon crew section chief, Battery I, 3/12. “It’s an eye-opener for safety and (military occupational specialty) proficiency. Working with these units also allows these Marines to build a sense of pride and work toward sharpening their skills in this section.” The training conducted allowed all levels of the battalion to enhance their specific roles in order to be mission-capable. “Our Marines have been working hard and this training depends on them,” Landholt said. “Our success with this training exercise comes from all sections, from communications and fire direction control to the gun crews. They are instrumental in what we have accomplished.” The unit is slated to return to Camp Pendleton later this month to engage in further training operations.

Sailors train with new mobile life support system CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. -- Sailors with Medical Logistics Company, 4th Medical Battalion, and 2nd Medical Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 25, 2nd Marines Logistics group trained with a new device for the Portable Patient Transport Life Support System program here Nov. 5 to 7. The training was coordinated by the Combat Support Systems (CSS) program management office of Marine Corps Systems Command (MCSC). PPTLSS was designed as a lightweight, mobile replacement for the current bulky life support systems used for serious injuries. A ventilator, physiological monitor, suction device, oxygen tanks, and a platform to mount the equipment and secure it to the litter weigh more than 200 pounds together, while PPTLSS weighs approximately 55 pounds and can be carried by a single person. Although service members will still bring oxygen tanks with them, the number is reduced from 12 to four, which presents a much lower risk when the device is placed aboard transport aircraft. The first day of training consisted of classes on the operation of the equipment for the sailors of 2nd and 4th Medical Bn. The second and third days prepared sailors with MedLog for the scheduled 90-day, 180-day and 365day upkeep, as well as any unscheduled maintenance. The PPTLSS allows ease of use and mobility in one of the most crucial times for a casualty after receiving a serious injury. It can easily be transferred from the ground, to a vehicle, to an aircraft and provide monitoring and support for several hours.

Dense jungle provides unique challenge for future leaders

Marines with I Battery, 3/12, 1st Battalion, 11th Marines, 11th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division (Reinforced), fire an M777 Howitzer during an artillery suppression support exercise in support of the Integrated Training Exercise aboard the Combat Center Nov. 13, 2013.

Marines conduct external load operations training with Osprey Lance Cpl. Anne Henry

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staying in contact with us,” said Hole. “As we come in, we will be hovering over the ground. Once we are low enough, we will ground the (equipment to dissipate) static electricity. They will then attach the hook to the block.” It is critical for Marines to become proficient in external load training, according to Cpl. Kyle H. Haupt, a landing support specialist with Combat Logistics Battalion 31, 31st MEU, III MEF. “This training gives the Ma-

rines more (proficiency) in their military operational specialty,” said Haupt. “It’s important because it prepares us for a reallife scenario should we ever need to get equipment to Marines on the ground.” External load operations are used whenever any particular load of supplies cannot be carried inside the aircraft, according to Hole. “It is typically advantageous for us to fit all (of) our cargo inside the aircraft,” said Hole. “If for

some reason we can’t, we have to use our cargo hooks in order to externally carry supplies.” The training gave the Marines renewed confidence and experience in their respective professions. “From this training, I feel more confident in my own abilities as well as those of my Marines,” said Haupt. “Practice always makes perfect, therefore, the more practice we have, the more confident we (become), and the safer we are.”

IE SHIMA, Japan -- Marines with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 265 trained for external load operations Nov. 5 on Ie Shima. The training prepared the Marines for real-life scenarios involving operations that could occur throughout the Asia-Pacific region. “Today, we conducted training (in conjunction) with the helicopter support team,” said Capt. Bryan G. Hole, a pilot with VMM-265 (Reinforced), 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, III Marine Expeditionary Force. “We will be practicing in standard patterns, which is how we would typically come in, pick up any load, and drop it (off) again.” The training involved the Marines attaching a 3,500-pound cement training block to the hook of the aircraft. The Marines repeated the process numerous times with the Osprey flying in circular patterns overhead, giving the Marines in the HST time to regroup, maximizing the effectiveness and participation of the training. “The Marines in the (HST) will be guiding us in when we are Marines attach a training block to an MV-22B Osprey tiltrotor aircraft during external load operapicking up the loads as well as tion training Nov. 5 on Ie Shima.

CAMP GONSALVES, OKINAWA, Japan -Simulated rounds thud into the wooden exterior of a small hut and covering fire explodes through the jungle as camouflaged figures dart through the vegetation. This was the scene as Marines patrolled Oct. 29 during the jungle leaders course at the Jungle Warfare Training Center on Camp Gonsalves. The four-week course is designed to develop Marines capable of leading small units during jungle operations, including patrolling, tactical rope suspension, helicopter assaults, survival skills, raids and escape and evasion techniques. “For the past twelve years, we have been focused on operating in the desert and are now out here in a jungle where the terrain is very different,” said Sgt. Steven McKinney, the chief instructor for the course with JWTC. “It is very important to establish standard-operating procedures for the units.” The course was comprised of Marines with 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force, along with Marines assigned to 2nd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, and 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, both currently assigned to 4th Marine Regiment, 3rd Marine Division, under the unit deployment program. The patrol operations included heliborne insertion from a CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 772, currently assigned to 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, III MEF, under the unit deployment program. “We’re patrolling through the jungle and setting up raids and ambushes,” said Cpl. Christopher A. Wootton, a student in the course and rifleman with 2nd Bn., 6th Marines. “We will be conducting force-on-force attacks using simulated rounds.” The Marines dispersed into teams during the training to create more realistic opposition forces. While one unit defended a designated position, the other attacked. The objective for both units was to secure the position and eliminate the opposition. “When you take contact from the enemy in the jungle they’ll be a lot closer,” said 2nd Lt. Chet W. Shaffer, a student in the course and infantry officer with 2nd Bn., 6th Marines. “You have to learn how to plan; in the jungle anything can happen.” Throughout the training, the Marines not only battled fatigue but also the terrain, according to Shaffer. “It’s difficult because you’re looking for the enemy but also the next step, the next tree to grab,” said Shaffer. At the conclusion of training, the Marines remained enthusiastic, knowing the training helped develop their leadership and closequarters battle skills. “The course has been some of the most hands-on training I’ve received,” said Wootton. “I feel I have effectively improved my leadership skills. (It) has been a great experience and has built up my confidence.”

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Native Iraqi translator flees Baghdad, becomes U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. MaryAnn Hill

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Rct. Aseel Salman, Platoon 4039, November Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, aligns herself with another recruit during her final drill evaluation Nov. 6, 2013, on Parris Island, S.C. Salman, 30, who was born and raised in Baghdad, Iraq, worked for the United States Army for six years as an interpreter. She reported for recruit training on July 22, and graduated Nov. 15.

PARRIS ISLAND, S.C. - A journey that began in Baghdad involving an Iraqi native, who used her unique, dual-language skills to help the United States’ military, took a new turn after she earned the title of U.S. Marine recently. Rct. Aseel Salman was born into an all-female family in Baghdad, Iraq. With no males in their family, her mother and three sisters were ostracized within their community. “I hated being looked down upon just because we didn’t have a male family member around,” said Salman, who trained with Platoon 4039, November Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion, and graduated Nov. 15. “I joined the Marines to prove to myself and my family and my people that I can do something great and amazing.” Salman first encountered the United States military during college at the University of Baghdad in 2003. After an American soldier was shot, the other soldiers needed an interpreter to help with the investigation. Salman stepped up, admitting she could speak both English and Arabic, and began working as an interpreter for the U.S. Army while still attending school. “The first two years were the hardest,” said Salman, a 30-year-old resident of Winchester, Va. “Going straight from school to the checkpoint every day and sometimes staying overnight was hard.” Salman spent six years working for the Army, going on countless raids, patrols and other missions. She said she has too many stories to count, but one

came to mind immediately. “We went out on a raid once, and I went into a house with three women in it,” said Salman. “I asked if they knew where this man was, and they all said no. Then, one woman whispered to me that she knew where he was and to meet her outside. Once outside, she warned us, saying ‘be careful, they are across the street with five loaded AK47s.’ We later caught them.” In 2007, Salman decided it was time to get out of Iraq due to increased violence against interpreters. She applied for a special visa under a program allowing immigrants who assisted the U.S. overseas to come to the states. “I flew into the U.S. on Dec. 22, 2008,” said Salman of her layover in New York. “I remember it was so beautiful with all the snow. I was talking to these two other women, and I was so worried they would know I was Iraqi. They had no idea that I had never been in the United States before that night.” Salman settled down in Houston with her husband, a U.S. military contractor who she met in Iraq. The real struggle began when he left for another tour overseas. “I didn’t even know how to pump gas when he left,” said Salman. “I remember stopping at a gas station and crying until a nice man helped me pump my gas. I also remember the first time I stepped in Wal-Mart … it was so amazing.” Salman said when she arrived in the United States, she immediately tried to become a Marine Corps officer, but did not meet all the requirements. Her husband, a former Marine, was her inspiration to enlist because of the pride he carries

within himself. Salman remained in the delayed entry program for 15 months before she was ready to ship to Parris Island. “I finally joined on June 6, 2013, and turned 30 on June 7,” said Salman. “I could not have thought of a better way to spend my last day as 29.” Salman arrived on Parris Island July 22, 2013, and originally was training with Oscar Company before being dropped back in training because she did not qualify on the rifle range. She went back four weeks in training and joined her current platoon. “I believe that everything happens for a reason and that I was supposed to be with these girls,” said Salman. Given Salman’s age difference over the other recruits and experience away from home for long periods of time, she often consoled them, telling them that they have a good life here in the states, no matter how bad it may seem during training. Sgt. Sylvia Washington, one of Salman’s drill instructors, has nothing but good things to say about her. “When she first got here, she stepped back and observed,” said Washington, a 27-year-old native of Manteca, Calif. “Once the senior [drill instructor] made her guide, she really took charge; we really depend on her for a lot of things.” With boot camp behind her, Salman hopes on making a career of the Marine Corps but doesn’t plan to be an interpreter. She is slated to be an aviation electronics technician. “It has been a really rough road for me, but I don’t regret anything,” said Salman.

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Pfc. P.K. Connelly II, Colonial Heights, VA Senior Drill Instructor: Gunnery Sgt. N.C. Catacata

Pfc. J.R. Stovall, Nashville, TN Senior Drill Instructor: Gunnery Sgt. R. Dorval

Pfc. T.C. Coacher, Torrington, CT Senior Drill Instructor: Sgt. R.C. Coacher

Pfc. D.M. Prewitt, Warren, MI Senior Drill Instructor: Staff Sgt. R.A. Johnson

Pfc. C.H. Odom, Greer, SC Senior Drill Instructor: Sgt. D. Garcia

Pfc. C.M. Braunscheidel, East Amherst, NY Senior Drill Instructor: Sgt. D.S. Driggers

Platoon 3089 Platoon 3090

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Platoon 3094

Platoon 3088

Pvt. A. M. Aizpuro , Pvt. J. C. Aldridge III , Pvt. K. E. Allen , Pvt. J. D. Ariasbosa , Pvt. I. E. Balfour Jr. , Pfc. Z. J. Beazley , Pvt. O. T. Blair , Pvt. C. A. Bridge , Pfc. N. J. Browning , Pvt. J. R. Bryan , Pfc. D. Chia , Pfc. A. D. Collins , Pfc. P. K. Connelly II * , Pfc. J. D. Crouse * , Pvt. J. N. Cruzcastro , Pvt. J. A. Daniel , Pvt. A. M. Davis , Pfc. J. W. Davis , Pfc. S. R. Delaluz , Pfc. T. J. Edwards , Pvt. J. P. Feathers , Pfc. T. S. Francis , Pvt. R. D. Gay , Pvt. N. A. Gilbert , Pfc. R. A. Gockley , Pvt. C. R. Gordon , Pfc. D. D. Gregory * , Pvt. P. J. Grosvenor , Pfc. N. C. Gunter , Pvt. M. E. Hall , Pfc. S. P. Hamlin , Pfc. J. L. Hamrick , Pfc. C. K. Hargrove , Pvt. Z. L. Harrelson , Pvt. A. B. Harris , Pvt. C. C. Harris , Pvt. C. Hernandez , Pvt. M. J. Ibanez , Pvt. J. Irizarry , Pfc. J. D. Juniel , Pfc. A. M. King , Pvt. D. R. Ledford. , Pfc. R. D. Lester Jr. , Pvt. R. E. Lewis Jr. , Pvt. J. R. Lobdell , Pvt. K. J. Louder , Pvt. T. B. Lowe , Pfc. R. J. Lumpkin * , Pfc. J. J. Mashburn , Pvt. M. W. Matherly , Pfc. J. A. Matosdenizac , Pvt. T. L. Matthews , Pvt. B. P. Mccullough , Pvt. K. L. Mcglohon Jr. , Pfc. A. K. Meek , Pvt. M. J. Miles , Pfc. N. E. Muir , Pvt. T. J. Napolitano , Pvt. R. Ohyama , Pfc. R. H. Parker , Pvt. A. G. Patterson , Pfc. M. D. Price , Pvt. J. M. Rebholz , Pfc. H. C. Rodriguezramos , Pvt. J. B. Ruiz , Pvt. C. T. Rutledge , Pvt. N. R. Santiago , Pvt. A. J. Scammell , Pfc. C. W. Scott * , Pvt. M. D. Shaw , Pfc. J. W. Sheriff , Pfc. J. C. Simoneau , Pvt. R. C. Skinner , Pfc. E. S. Stathem , Pvt. T. J. Stjohn , Pvt. D. G. Streefkerk , Pvt. M. C. Strickland , Pvt. D. P. Sutphin , Pvt. D. A. Sutton , Pfc. P. O. Sy , Pvt. A. R. Turner , Pvt. J. P. Waddell , Pfc. W. T. Wadkins

Platoon 3089 Pvt. J. D. Beatty , Pfc. J. D. Blackerby* , Pvt. A. D. Blakely , Pfc. M. M. Bohacz* , Pfc. A. Bonilla , Pfc. T. L. Brown Jr. , Pfc. A. Caballero Jr. , Pvt. B. R. Case , Pvt. C. A. Chase , Pvt. C. J. Coolbaugh , Pvt. P. E. Copeland , Pvt. D. F. Defazio , Pfc. N. Delacruz , Pfc. A. M. Delgado , Pfc. N. A. Diaz , Pfc. R. C. Dickinson , Pvt. D. X. Duey , Pvt. J. C. Dunaway , Pvt. S. B. Elrich , Pvt. W. J. Flohr III , Pfc. B. R. Frisby , Pfc. N. C. Garner , Pvt. P. T. Ginley , Pvt. D. Gonzaleznieves , Pfc. T. A. Goodman* , Pvt. B. D. Gosselin , Pvt. M. G. Graham , Pvt. A. S. Guerin , Pvt. C. R. Horner , Pvt. K. M. Hunter , Pvt. A. C. James , Pfc. T. C. Jerram Jr.* , Pvt. J. L. Johnson , Pvt. J. E. Johnson , Pfc. R. N. Johnson , Pfc. J. J. Jones Jr. , Pvt. M. K. Jones Jr. , Pvt. C. G. Jones , Pfc. A. S. King* , Pvt. P. J. Lane , Pvt. E. K. Lavigne , Pfc. A. Lenis , Pvt. C. A. Louth , Pfc. K. D. Mason* , Pvt. K. D. Mcclurkin , Pvt. P. C. Mckee , Pvt. M. Mejia , Pvt. B. A. Millanlebron , Pvt. M. B. Mowery , Pfc. A. C. Mulford , Pfc. J. D. Neal , Pvt. D. P. Odonnell , Pvt. D. W. Parker , Pvt. S. M. Paulan , Pfc. S. Penadiaz , Pvt. J. D. Peterson , Pvt. G. A. Pingatore , Pvt. E. J. Pollock , Pvt. V. O. Rakhminov , Pvt. E. D. Raven , Pvt. A. L. Rodriguez , Pfc. R. A. Ridriguez , Pvt. M. A. Roth , Pvt. H. S. Roush , Pvt. P. W. Ryan , Pvt. K. A. Salgueiro , Pvt. J. L. Santos , Pvt. J. R. Sapp , Pvt. D. M. Shealy , Pvt. J. A. Slater , Pvt. E. S. Smith , Pfc. M. R. Smith , Pfc. T. L. Stephens , Pvt. B. T. Stotz , Pvt. J. L. Truesdale , Pvt. A. M. Veralourenco , Pfc. J. W. Vondracek , Pvt. A. L. Waite , Pvt. T. D. Watson , Pfc. R. J. Weston

Platoon 3090

Pvt. J. D. Age , Pvt. C. C. Alexander , Pvt. J. E. Arana , Pvt. M. J. Atkins , Pvt. B. L. Balas , Pvt. T. N. Barone , Pfc. M. A. Bermudezzapata* , Pvt. E. P. Bochi , Pvt. C. E. Branham , Pvt. C. M. Bridges , Pvt. T. L. Canty , Pvt. K. R. Cassel , Pvt. I. Cedillojr , Pvt. M. F. Christensen , Pfc. J. A. Conrad , Pfc. T. S. Creighton , Pfc. J. P. Cress , Pvt. T. Deschampsperez , Pvt. A. R. Dickey , Pvt. K. C. Douglas , Pfc. A. C. Dowell , Pvt. M. C. Elliott , Pvt. B. C. Ellixson , Pfc. B. J. Evans , Pvt. C. E. Filosa , Pvt. K. L. Fore , Pfc. N. T. Foust , Pvt. R. W. Frank , Pvt. R. Garrie , Pvt. C. A. Grant , Pfc. R. E. Hair , Pvt. L. A. Hanley Jr. , Pfc. W. L. Haughey , Pvt. N. J. Hernandez , Pfc. J. E. Holmes III , Pfc. A. R. Icaza , Pfc. J. F. Klingshirn , Pvt. M. C. Kobus , Pvt. R. Larregui Jr. , Pvt. D. T. Ledoux , Pvt. K. J. Letang , Pvt. T. L. Lewis , Pvt. H. C. Littman , Pvt. D. S. Macgibbon , Pvt. T. G. Maher , Pfc. A. M. Maldonadonegrin , Pfc. S. D. Mangino , Pfc. S. N. Marshall* , Pfc. T. O. Martin , Pvt. H. D. Martinez , Pfc. L. J. Martinezgarces* , Pvt. K. A. Mccarty , Pvt. M. A. Mcintosh , Pvt. M. L. Mcmillian , Pfc. W. Mendoza Jr. , Pfc. P. E. Mirandaperez , Pvt. R. L. Mohler , Pvt. J. P. Monterozarate , Pfc. B. A. Morris , Pvt. J. T. Mullen , Pvt. J. L. Myers , Pfc. P. M. Myers , Pfc. C. H. Odom* , Pvt. M. D. Owen , Pfc. H. E. Padilla Jr. , Pvt. M. Pastranaandujar , Pfc. T. F. Payne* , Pvt. R. D. Perry , Pfc. J. L. Peterson , Pfc. S. T. Pilkington , Pfc. Z. R. Pohlmeier , Pvt. C. H. Randol , Pvt. T. W. Reiring , Pvt. C. J. Riveracotto , Pvt. D. M. Robinson , Pvt. S. N. Romero , Pvt. W. Sawerromero , Pvt. A. C. White , Pvt. A. B. Whitehead , Pfc. M. P. Wiwitsurakarn

Platoon 3092

Pfc. A. A. Araujo , Pfc. C. J. Ballinger , Pvt. J. D. Barnes , Pvt. T. G. Bashlor , Pfc. P. R. Brandon* , Pvt. I. T. Brown , Pfc. M. A. Casto , Pfc. D. S. Chapman , Pvt. K. C. Cornwell , Pfc. K. C. Crozier* , Pvt. S. Cuevasmejias , Pvt. E. T. Demastus , Pvt. W. J. Dooley , Pvt. I. J. Dubose , Pvt. M. R. Duell , Pfc. E. R. Duncan , Pfc. A. M. Durbin* , Pfc. P. M. Elmore III , Pfc. J. M. Ely Jr. , Pfc. T. H. Evitts , Pvt. A. K. Fiala , Pfc. B. D. Fitzwater Jr.* , Pvt. J. A. Flores , Pvt. T. I. Gassman , Pfc. M. D. Gatlin , Pvt. P. S. Gillenwater , Pfc. M. R. Gillett , Pvt. A. Gonzalez , Pvt. Z. A. Guminski , Pvt. J. M. Hall , Pvt. V. S. Harman , Pfc. S. E. Hefferrnan , Pvt. T. D. Hill , Pvt. T. K. Hoehn , Pvt. G. T. Hubbard , Pvt. T. D. Hutchings , Pvt. A. M. Jones , Pvt. F. D. Kemp , Pfc. N. E. Lockwood , Pvt. S. Lopez Jr. , Pvt. B. Lopez , Pvt. N. B. Lozada , Pfc. I. S. Lucas , Pvt. J. A. Lugogonzalez , Pvt. M. I. Marambiomarin , Pfc. A. D. Margrave , Pvt. A. A. Martinez , Pvt. R. A. Mathews , Pvt. N. E. McCoy , Pfc. J. D. McCullough , Pfc. C. A. Mitchell , Pvt. J. N. Montgomery III , Pvt. D. M. Morgan , Pvt. K. G. Morrison , Pvt. L. J. Nosiglia , Pfc. J. T. Orr , Pfc. C. L. Persinger , Pfc. M. L. Rachel , Pvt. D. J. Riddoch , Pvt. J. A. Rogala , Pfc. A. J. Sanabria , Pfc. P. Schmucker III , Pvt. K. G. Simon , Pfc. T. R. Smalley , Pvt. C. J. Smith , Pvt. D. D. Smith , Pfc. D. M. Smith , Pvt. J. D. Smith , Pvt. W. W. Spencer , Pvt. J. L. Stamper , Pvt. T. P. Steed , Pfc. J. R. Stovall* , Pfc. J. M. Swigard* , Pvt. E. T. Taylor , Pvt. T. B. Thomas , Pfc. B. S. Tomasko Jr. , Pvt. B. T. Vanhoose , Pvt. J. S. Verbeck , Pfc. M. G. Weir , Pvt. T. A. Werner , Pvt. K. M. White

Platoon 3093

Pfc. J. A. Abbott , Pfc. F. J. Alcantara , Pfc. D. Applemeyer , Pvt. S. J. Awalt , Pfc. M. Bak , Pvt. N. M. Beauchesne , Pfc. A. A. Brown , Pfc. R. L. Casiano III , Pvt. J. D. Crenshaw , Pfc. R. A. Dienno , Pfc. M. J. Escobar* , Pvt. D. A. Fail , Pvt. K. M. Foss , Pvt. O. W. Garciabust , Pfc. T. D. Gay , Pvt. R. S. Hern II , Pvt. J. H. Hunsberger , Pvt. A. B. Hylander , Pfc. P. N. Ignarri , Pvt. J. A. Jagodzinski , Pvt. S. K. Jefferson , Pvt. S. C. Keiser , Pvt. J. Kuhn , Pfc. L. L. Laboy-Vargas* , Pvt. J. T. Langston , Pvt. R. M. Leddon , Pvt. C. A. Liguori , Pfc. K. P. Mailahn* , Pfc. K. N. Martins , Pfc. M. C. McGovern , Pfc. D. J. Mclear , Pvt. J. D. Menezes , Pvt. K. B. Montagna , Pvt. A. R. Morris , Pvt. J. L. Neisler , Pfc. B. S. Neumann , Pvt. P. J. Olivo , Pfc. D. T. Oneill III , Pvt. J. N. Perce , Pvt. R. O. Petrikas , Pvt. J. D. Powers , Pfc. D. M. Prewitt* , Pvt. G. A. Pridmore , Pfc. C. A. Reynolds , Pvt. N. C. Ricci , Pvt. L. J. Rodriguez , Pvt. N. J. Roell , Pvt. J. M. Russell , Pfc. S. P. Ryan , Pvt. J. A. Sawvelle , Pvt. S. M. Schmitz , Pvt. N. J. Sciortino , Pvt. N. V. Singler , Pvt. A. Z. Smith , Pvt. J. R. Smith , Pfc. B. T. Stewart , Pvt. P. J. Struss , Pfc. M. T. Takojeff , Pfc. S. D. Thompson , Pvt. C. K. Toland , Pfc. G. Tomaszewski , Pfc. D. F. Tomlinson , Pvt. S. J. Trifiro , Pvt. D. L. Turner , Pfc. J. J. Turoslebron* , Pfc. M. Q. Twining , Pfc. J. P. Valesey , Pvt. J. L. Vang , Pfc. J. B. Varcoe , Pvt. R. E. Velasco II , Pvt. A. A. Villatoro , Pvt. S. L. Vital , Pvt. S. L. Vital , Pfc. C. J. Warren II , Pvt. L. J. Watson , Pvt. T. Weir , Pvt. K. M. Whitlock , Pvt. H. C. Will , Pvt. P. Wozlonis , Pvt. C. C. Zeiter

Platoon 3094 Pfc. Z. B. Abedin , Pvt. R. A. Alvarado , Pvt. M. Arevalo-Fernandez , Pvt. B. R. Bert , Pfc. D. T. Bohannan , Pvt. N. D. Boschen , Pfc. C. C. Brantley , Pfc. C. M. Braunscheidel* , Pfc. M. J. Brosious , Pfc. R. N. Brumbaugh , Pfc. R. A. Bush , Pvt. D. J. Casey , Pvt. M. J. Castillo , Pfc. B. M. Cedar , Pfc. N. T. Christman , Pfc. M. A. Cipolla , Pfc. J. J. Crawford , Pfc. J. L. Curtiss , Pvt. S. J. Daniels , Pvt. M. A. Davila , Pfc. C. J. De Lavera , Pvt. E. N. Delcid , Pvt. A. D. Fallin , Pvt. S. T. Faulkner , Pvt. W. C. Flamm , Pvt. A. M. Fults , Pvt. R. W. Gearhard , Pfc. J. M. Golden* , Pvt. T. J. Harris , Pvt. D. R. Hinnant III , Pvt. D. R. Huntington , Pvt. D. T. Jackson , Pvt. R. A. Jones , Pfc. K. D. Kirby , Pvt. S. A. Kopenhaver , Pvt. D. W. Lovoy , Pvt. C. R. Mancini , Pfc. S. Manzano , Pfc. A. Y. Markos , Pvt. A. M. Matheny , Pfc. S. V. Mauch Jr. , Pfc. S. E. McKee , Pfc. L. V. McMillan , Pfc. S. R. Miller , Pfc. K. Mishra , Pfc. K. A. Moore , Pfc. D. A. Morales-Camacho , Pfc. R. H. Mullinix , Pvt. T. G. Naylor , Pfc. M. A. Nichols , Pvt. E. N. Peake , Pfc. E. N. Portee , Pfc. T. A. Rock* , Pfc. D. J. Rogala , Pfc. R. J. Rosales , Pvt. H. Sesay , Pfc. J. C. Sharpe , Pfc. J. D. Shumate , Pfc. T. D. Sinner* , Pvt. A. F. Slingsby , Pfc. B. C. Smith , Pvt. Z. C. Smolinsky , Pvt. R. J. Stametz , Pfc. J. N. Swaim , Pvt. J. M. Tausendfreundt , Pfc. J. I. Tene-Herman , Pvt. A. K. Thibodeaux , Pvt. Z. A. Thomas , Pvt. D. M. Thompson Jr. , Pvt. W. E. Trempe Jr. , Pfc. D. Vasquez Soto , Pfc. A. R. Weis , Pfc. J. P. Whitlock , Pvt. M. R. Wingfield , Pvt. W. A. Womble , Pvt. C. L. Wood Jr. , Pfc. J. C. Zarnowski , Pvt. C. E. Ziegler , Pvt. A. C. Ziegman

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