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With a pass rate of approximately 15%, the Expert Field Medical Badge is one of the most challenging and prestigious Army skill badges to earn. The require- ments of the qualification push the physical and mental limits of the medics who step up to the challenge. The 168th Multifunctional Medical Battalion has been run- ning the EFMB qualification at Warrior Base in Paju since the end of April. More than 250 medics from around the peninsula and as far away as Hawaii vied for the badge during the two cycles of the qualification. The EFMB qualification spans a two-week period and comprises a written exam, three combat testing lanes, a day and night land navigation course, and a 12-mile road march. The candidates train for the first week and are tested the second week. Two evaluators observed each candidate during the combat training lanes in order to maintain the rigorous standards that the EFMB is known for. It is an intense program that tests both Warrior and medic skills. “With or without the badge this is excellent train- ing. Every medic who participates in the EFMB be- comes a better trained medic,” said Lt. Col. Michael Smith, 168th MMB commander and officer in charge of the EFMB. Of the 140 candidates who entered the qualifica- tion, 20 medics earned the coveted badge on May 6. Soldiers with 2nd Infantry Divison brought back 11 of those 20 prestigious badges. The training week allowed candidates to traverse the combat training lanes and build camaraderie in prepa- ration for the entirely individualized testing week. “I was really pleased to see how my platoon came together. The medics from field units have a different skill set than their counterparts who work in hospi- tals. They helped each other by training and studying together and sharing their strengths,” said Staff Sgt. Dennis Wynne of 4th Chemical Co. and EFMB second platoon leader. The candidates were required to have a current CPR certificate, bringing a high level of training to the qual- ification but still able to gain substantially from it. “The EFMB benefits every medic who participates not only for the intensive training but they also earn continuing education credits. Every medic needs con- tinuing education units in order to maintain their train- ing,” said Maj. Frank Goring of the Division Surgeon’s Office and a member of the EFMB test check board. Some of the candidates met with success and sup- ported their platoon members early in the testing pe- riod. “I’m proud of how well my platoon has been doing. We are three days in to testing and the number of can- didates is still well above the expected fallout rate. It was great to see them supporting each other by study- ing and working together,” said Staff Sgt. Antonio Jefferson of 1st Battalion, 38th Field Artillery, EFMB third platoon leader. Candidates could prepare for the mental challenges of the training lanes, but the physical challenges were an unknown. “The train up for the testing was really valuable for reinforcing our MOS-specific knowledge and Soldier Vol. 47, No. 10 www.2id.korea.army.mil May 21, 2010 Tomahawks transfer a joint security station to Iraqi Army, Page 8 Iron Brigade hosts Family fun during Spring Festival, Page 6 DSTB and col- lege students tour Gyeonggi Province Page 3 Indianhead See EFMB, Page 4 Medics navigate an obstacle course while carrying a loaded litter through combat training lane three of the Expert Field Medical Badge qualification at Warrior Base May 17. Courageous Channel 2010 Cancellation The Courageous Channel 2010 Non-combatant Evacuation Operations exercise, previously scheduled for May 20-23, was cancelled to prevent the perception that the exercise was a response to events surrounding the sinking of the Republic of Korea Ship Cheonan and the subsequent investigation. “We appreciate all the hard work that was put into this exercise,” said Gen. Walter Sharp, U.S. Forces Korea commander. “We were able to achieve the majority of our goals during the planning portion of the exercise, while will ensure that we maintain our ability to execute a short-notice NEO if ever called upon to do so.” Neo wardens will still inspect all NEO packets and Families are encouraged to complete the protective mask training as originally planned. Medics contend for 'EFMB on the DMZ' Story and photo by Pfc. Robert Young Staff Writer

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With a pass rate of approximately 15%, the Expert Field Medical Badge is one of the most challenging and prestigious Army skill badges to earn. The require-ments of the qualification push the physical and mental limits of the medics who step up to the challenge. The 168th Multifunctional Medical Battalion has been run-ning the EFMB qualification at Warrior Base in Paju since the end of April. More than 250 medics from around the peninsula and as far away as Hawaii vied for the badge during the two cycles of the qualification.

The EFMB qualification spans a two-week period and comprises a written exam, three combat testing lanes, a day and night land navigation course, and a 12-mile road march. The candidates train for the first week and are tested the second week. Two evaluators observed each candidate during the combat training lanes in order to maintain the rigorous standards that the EFMB is known for. It is an intense program that tests both Warrior and medic skills.

“With or without the badge this is excellent train-ing. Every medic who participates in the EFMB be-comes a better trained medic,” said Lt. Col. Michael Smith, 168th MMB commander and officer in charge of the EFMB.

Of the 140 candidates who entered the qualifica-tion, 20 medics earned the coveted badge on May 6. Soldiers with 2nd Infantry Divison brought back 11 of those 20 prestigious badges.

The training week allowed candidates to traverse the combat training lanes and build camaraderie in prepa-ration for the entirely individualized testing week.

“I was really pleased to see how my platoon came together. The medics from field units have a different skill set than their counterparts who work in hospi-tals. They helped each other by training and studying together and sharing their strengths,” said Staff Sgt. Dennis Wynne of 4th Chemical Co. and EFMB second

platoon leader.The candidates were required to have a current CPR

certificate, bringing a high level of training to the qual-ification but still able to gain substantially from it.

“The EFMB benefits every medic who participates not only for the intensive training but they also earn continuing education credits. Every medic needs con-tinuing education units in order to maintain their train-ing,” said Maj. Frank Goring of the Division Surgeon’s Office and a member of the EFMB test check board.

Some of the candidates met with success and sup-ported their platoon members early in the testing pe-riod.

“I’m proud of how well my platoon has been doing. We are three days in to testing and the number of can-didates is still well above the expected fallout rate. It was great to see them supporting each other by study-ing and working together,” said Staff Sgt. Antonio Jefferson of 1st Battalion, 38th Field Artillery, EFMB third platoon leader.

Candidates could prepare for the mental challenges of the training lanes, but the physical challenges were an unknown.

“The train up for the testing was really valuable for reinforcing our MOS-specific knowledge and Soldier

Vol. 47, No. 10 www.2id.korea.army.mil May 21, 2010

Tomahawks transfer a joint security station to Iraqi Army,

Page 8

Iron Brigade hosts Family

fun during Spring Festival,

Page 6

DSTB and col-lege students tour Gyeonggi

ProvincePage 3

Indianhead

See EFMB, Page 4

Medics navigate an obstacle course while carrying a loaded litter through combat training lane three of the Expert Field Medical Badge qualification at Warrior Base May 17.

Courageous Channel 2010 CancellationThe Courageous Channel 2010 Non-combatant Evacuation Operations exercise, previously scheduled for

May 20-23, was cancelled to prevent the perception that the exercise was a response to events surrounding the sinking of the Republic of Korea

Ship Cheonan and the subsequent investigation. “We appreciate all the hard work that was put into this exercise,” said Gen. Walter Sharp,

U.S. Forces Korea commander. “We were able to achieve the majority of our goals during the planning portion of the exercise, while will ensure

that we maintain our ability to execute a short-notice NEO if ever called upon to do so.”Neo wardens will still inspect all NEO packets and Families are encouraged to complete the

protective mask training as originally planned.

Medics contend for 'EFMB on the DMZ'Story and photo by Pfc. Robert YoungStaff Writer

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2 IndianheadMay 21, 2010

“Me and my buddies drove from Ft. Lewis, Wash. to Eureka, Ca. just for an In-and-Out burger. It was more than 550 miles each

way.”

Cpl. Tony CragunHHB, 210th Fires

OpiniOn

“My mom has a restaurant in New Concord, Ohio named Sissy’s Place.

I used to cook there so I will say that they have my favorite burger.”

Pfc. Joshua NormanA Co., 1-72nd Armor

“There is a chain of restaurants in Detroit called Coney Island. They have a specialty called the

‘loose burger’ which is delicious.”

Staff Sgt. Stephanie Jones B Co., DSTB

Commander’s Corner2ID Warriors: stay R.E.A.L. Safe

VOICE OF THE WARRIOR:

May is National Hamburger

Month. Where is your favorite burger place?

IndianheadMaj. Gen. Michael S. Tucker

Commander2nd Infantry Division

Command Sgt. Maj.Peter D. Burrowes

Command Sergeant Major2nd Infantry Division

Lt. Col. Russell D. GoemaerePublic Affairs Officer

[email protected]

Maj. William J. GriffinDeputy Public Affairs Officer

[email protected]

Sgt. 1st Class Michelle JohnsonPublic Affairs Chief / Operations [email protected]

Newspaper staffSgt. Karla Elliott

Editor Cpl. Ho Young Jung

KATUSA Editor

Sgt. Andrea Merritt Sgt. Bu Yong HanPfc. Robert YoungPfc. Hyun Bae Lee

Staff Writers

Staff Sgt. Eleazar CraigCpl. Sang Jun Lee

Broadcasters

Mr. Kim Hyon SokPublic Affairs Specialist

Mr. Yu Hu SonStaff Photographer

www.2id.korea.army.mil

The Indianhead is an authorized publication for members of the Department of Defense. Editorial Content is the responsibility of the 2nd Infantry Division Public Affairs Office. Contents of the newspaper are not necessarily the official views of, or endorsed by, the U.S. Government, or the Department of the Army. This newspaper is printed semi-weekly by the Il-Sung Yang Hang Co., Ltd., Seoul, Republic of Korea. Circulation is 6,000.

Individuals can submit articles by the following means: e-mail [email protected]; mail EAID-PA, APO, AP 96258-5041 Attn: Indianhead; or drop by the office located in Building T-507 on Camp Red Cloud. To arrange for possible coverage of an event, call 732-8856.

“I miss a place called Crisp’s Dairy Treats in Ashland, Ky. Their burgers and shakes are

perfect together and are proba-bly the best in the country.”

Pfc. Benjamin Proctor A Co., 1-72nd Armor

“In and Out is the best burger place there is. I can’t drive by one without stopping for something.

They have a small menu, but everything on it is perfect.”

Pfc. Wesley PurnellA Co., 1-72nd Armor

Warriors, Memorial Day officially began in 1868 when flowers were placed on the graves of Union and Confederate dead at Arlington National Cem-etery. After WWI, it became a day of remembrance, honoring all Americans who died in war.

Memorial Day weekend usually marks the begin-ning of summer and, for leaders, it marks the begin-ning of the 101 critical days of summer. During these days, more accidents happen than at any other time of year. Approaching these 101 days concerns me because every Soldier and Family member in this Division is important. May 28, we will have a stand-down for standards day and I will be flying between Camps Humphreys, Red Cloud, and Casey to have a heartfelt talk with all of you to help get everyone in the right frame of mind for summer. I don’t want to lose a single member of our Warrior Division be-cause someone failed to make a few commonsense decisions. Leaders know enforcement works; but I also believe in the power of personal responsibility and education.

No doubt you’ve all heard about our Responsi-ble, Educated, Alcohol-Limiting Warrior campaign. Basically, the idea is this: I will give you responsibil-ity, time-off, and respect. In return, you will work your tail off for the Warrior Division and grow both personally and professionally as a Soldier and leader each day you come to work. Remember, we must remain ready to Fight Tonight. We cannot sustain our readiness with needless accidents and injuries. Whether the problems we face are sprained ankles, dehydration, or car accidents, the 101 critical days of summer are upon the Warrior Division. We must make sure we are ready for what is in store.

Summer in Korea can be a magnificent time, but not if you are injured or ill. So let’s put our R.E.A.L. Safe plan into action by considering the following before every summer fun activity:

Responsible – Whether you are a Soldier, leader, father, mother, big brother/sister, etc., you must be in charge of your actions and of the actions of those you care for. That means, if you are the person organiz-ing the Family summer outing, the squad barbecue or the intramural softball game, you should start with a plan. You are accountable for what happens, so make sure you are aware of the associated risks with your activity and plan to mitigate those risks. Here are a few things to think about: know the route you are taking, take a phone, let someone else know where you are going and when you will return, and always

have enough wa-ter. I could go on for days—instead, why don’t you check out the 2nd ID Safety Web site at www.2id.korea.army.mil/programs/safety

Educated – Learn what you need to know to be safe. If you are traveling on leave or pass, know the potential risks as-sociated with the location or weather where you are going. Know where can you get medical assistance, and how long it will take you to get there and back. Can you speak enough Korean to get help, if neces-sary? Educated Warriors make smart choices. Failing to plan often leads to a plan to fail.

Alcohol-limiting – Irresponsible alcohol con-sumption causes more bad decisions and leads to more accidents and injuries than any other single factor. We must maintain our readiness at all times. Becoming “That Guy” reduces our readiness and could jeopardize the important relationship we main-tain with the Republic of Korea. Drunkenness and disorderly behavior do not reflect Army values and our standards, nor does it honor those we remember on this holiday. If you are of legal age, it is okay to drink, but do so responsibly. Make a plan to have a sober buddy who can make sure you get home safe; and, above all, consume responsibly. Depending on your size and weight, a general rule of thumb is one beer an hour. When you exceed that rate of consump-tion things start to change, you lose control of your actions, and stupid things start happening. You can still have fun and drink responsibly without putting yourself and others at risk during these 101 critical days of summer.

As professional Soldiers, risk is a part of what we do. But, we manage risk. Our training, judgment, and common sense can minimize risk and help us per-form our mission on and off duty. As you celebrate the beginning of summer, remember those Soldiers who gave their lives for freedom. Their deaths, while tragic, are honorable. There is no honor in dying because of an avoidable accident. Remember, there are no memorial-day weekends for Soldiers who die while on pass. So, use common sense, and make this a safe Memorial Day weekend that is “Second to None.”

By Maj. Gen. Michael S. Tucker2nd ID Commander

“Freddie’s in Mt. Pleasant, Mich. makes a Chicago-style burger that is out of this world. Their

fries are really good too.”

Spc. John Guernsey D Co., 302nd BSB

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News 3IndianheadMay 21, 2010

Warrior Division Soldiers learned about Korean heritage like this four-story stone tower, which lies in the “Bo-kwang-sa,” or Buddhist temple, during a tour sponsored by Gyeonggi Province May 7.

“Luau & Rock” May Festival May 22Event: Time: Community Yard/Used Car Sale 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.Free Asian-Pacific food sampling 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.Fred Shafer Rock Band 3:30 p.m. – 5:15 p.m.Arts and crafts booths 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. Asian-Pacific buffet 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. Imu pit demonstration 5:30 p.m. – 5:45 p.m.Korean fusion music 8 p.m. – 8:15 p.m.Korean honey sticks show 8:20 p.m. – 8:40 p.m.Korean B-Boys break dance show 8:45 p.m. – 9 p.m.

**All events will take place at the Gateway Park grass and concrete areas on Camp Casey**

The sun beamed high and the spring breeze blew softly as Division Special Troops Battalion Soldiers from the 2nd Infantry Division enjoyed a Korean cul-ture tour with Daejin University students May 7.

The Gyeonggi Province designed the event as a ‘thank you’ to 2nd ID troops. Planners wanted to give Warriors an opportunity to experience the Republic of Korea’s cultural heritage.

Fifteen Soldiers hit the road to the Gyeonggi Prov-ince office in Uijongbu where they met with several third-year university students majoring in English lit-erature and writing. Due to unexpected events, the tour commenced late and the Soldiers were not able to meet the Gyeonggi Province governor as originally planned; but the rest of the tour continued as arranged.

“When I heard Gyeonggi Province was looking for

a university that wanted to travel with U.S. Soldiers, I applied with my students,” said William Davis, an English literature and writing professor at Daejin Uni-versity. He added that this trip would be a great oppor-tunity for Soldiers and the university students to learn about each other.

Soldiers and students kicked off the tour with a visit to “Seo-oh-reung,” meaning the west five royal tombs of the Chosun dynasty. The Chosun dynasty ruled the peninsula between the 14th and early 20th centuries.

Prior to starting their hike, Soldiers and students split into several groups. As everyone walked the miles of green along the royal tomb grounds, they were ad-vised to keep quiet while in such a sacred place.

While at the royal tombs, Soldiers experienced firsthand one of Korea’s most sacred customs – bowing to the ancestors. In Korean culture, it is customary for a person to get on his knees and bow two times in front of a deceased person’s tomb in order to pay respect to his spirit.

One Soldier expressed how much he took pleasure in the peace and tranquility of the landscape.

“I’m very interested in this place because I love Korean history,” said Spc. Timothy Brunes, Headquar-ters and Headquarters Support Company, DSTB. “This place is peaceful and very nice.”

Also during the tour, travelers took pictures in front of one of the tombs and had lunch at a Korean restau-rant next to the entrance of Seo-oh-reung. The Soldiers and students ate Korean Daiji-Galbi, a traditional Ko-rean dish made of pork.

“It has been my pleasure to meet Korean university students, spend time with them and even enjoy some traditional Korean food with them,” said Pvt. Davon Livingstone, C Co., DSTB while taking a bite out of lunch.

As the tour continued, visitors headed to their sec-ond destination, which was a Buddhist temple known as “Bo-kwang-sa.” The temple was established in the 9th century during the Silla dynasty, which ruled the peninsula before Chosun dynasty. Bo-kwang-sa is more than 1,000 years old and was destroyed near the end of the 14th century during a war between Korea and Japan, but the historic structure has since been re-built.

After traveling to Bo-kwang-sa, Soldiers and stu-dents headed to “Jawoon-seo-won,” the final destina-tion on the tour. Jawoon-seo-won was established to commemorate Lee Yool-Gok, a great sage and military advisor during the reign of the Chosun dynasty. Al-though he is regarded as a learned counselor to royalty, Lee’s devotion to improving the quality of life for the less fortunate is the primary reason his legacy is hon-ored.

At the end of the tour, Soldiers and students ex-changed contact information and said goodbye to each other.

“I want to get more opportunities to explore Korean cultural heritage like this in the future,” said Brunes.

“I participated in this event thanks to Gyeonggi Province and I was very excited to meet with U.S. Soldiers,” said Kim Dong-Wan, a Daejin University student.

DSTB Warriors take tour with university students

A guide shares information about the “Seo-oh-reung,” or west five royal tombs, with DSTB Soldiers and Daejin University students during a Korean heritage tour sponsored by Gyeonggi Province May 7.

Story and photos by Cpl. Jung Ho YoungKATUSA Editor

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skills but it didn’t quite prepare me for the grueling physical demands. We just did the land navigation last night so I am operating on only two hours of sleep today,” said Lt. Kallie Smith of B Co., Tippler Army Medical Center in Hawaii.

Medics appreciated the valuable op-portunity that the qualification repre-sented.

“The EFMB reinforces what we do on a day-to-day basis, but in a much more stressful situation. It drains you,

but really makes you a better medic,” said 2nd Lt. Onissa Ortiz, of C Co., 302nd Brigade Support Battalion, 1st Heavy Brigade Combat Team.

Highly trained medics are an invalu-able asset to any fighting force but earn-ing an EFMB shows a level of accom-plishment that makes them stand out from their peers. In remarks given May 6 at the badge ceremony, 2nd Infantry Division commander Maj. Gen. Michael Tucker praised the work of medics and their contribution to the fight.

“During WWII, if metal entered your body, you had about a 30% chance of

survival, today it’s about 94%; what has changed are medics. I served in Afghani-stan for 15 months as chief of operations for ISAF headquarters in NATO Com-mand and I got to see medics from other countries in action. I can say that Ameri-can medics are the best in the world. Nothing consoles the soul better than the knowledge that there are medics there to pick you up off the ground and help you live another day,” said Tucker.

News4 IndianheadMay 21, 2010

On a sunny Saturday morning several members of the Kkachi Community Association, an organiza-tion made up of Soldiers and their spouses living in Area I, were standing around building 3107 between the commissary and Post Exchange on Camp Casey. The whirr of electric screwdrivers, the hiss of spray paint, and a young woman with a painted hand sug-gested an on-going improvement project. The volun-teers were putting the finishing touches on the new home of Casey’s Closet, a thrift shop to serve Sol-diers and their Families in Warrior Country.

Set to open on June 3, the shop represents the cul-mination of 18 months of planning and well over 500 hours of volunteered labor from Kkachi Community Association members. The association is named af-ter the black-billed magpie whose call, according to Korean folklore, is considered to be an omen of good news.

“The proceeds from the shop will be returned to the community. We will donate funds to community organizations such as the Boy and Girl Scouts, Army Community Service programs, the Pear Blossom Cottage or any other group that works to improve Family life in Area I,” said Lisa West, president of

the Kkachi Community Association.The association relied on donations of labor

and supplies in order to get the little shop off the ground.

“I’ve volunteered my time by helping to build fixtures for the shop and collecting do-nations from the drop-off point on Casey,” said 1st Lt. Jeffery West, of B Company, Division Special Troops Battalion.

The bright, cheery interior with whimsical sten-cils gives the shop a welcoming air. The cozy space offers the odds and ends that make Area I feel more like home to Soldiers and their Families.

“I have to admit that we didn’t really choose the color of the building. The paint is what DPW had on hand. It was supposed to be an eggshell or off-white but it looks more like a yellow, I think it works any-way. All of the store fixtures were built or donated so our start-up costs were minimal,” said Jana Adams, a volunteer with the association.

“But I think that people will enjoy the homey, kind of improvised feel of the shop,” she added.

The need for a thrift shop has been felt by many Families moving into Warrior Country.

“When I moved here I really didn’t know what to expect so I just packed what I thought were basic household goods. So not only was I was surprised by how many little things I forgot, like linens and house wares, but I was shocked to find out that half

of my pans didn’t even fit in the oven,” said Monkia Lowery, a volunteer.

“What makes this shop so special is that it serves the community from within,” she continued. “It can really help with the adjustment to life in Korea.”

Casey’s Closet and the Kkachi Community Asso-ciation play a vital role in tour normalization as more Families call Area I home.

“Donations of clothes and house wares are always needed. We want to make the donation process as simple as possible so that in addition to collection points at the shop and across from the Warrior’s Club, we are willing to take donations by appoint-ment,” said Lisa West.

This is a tall order for a staff that is already stretched.

“We’re still looking for volunteers to help run the shop,” said Lisa West. “It will be open three days each month, the first Saturday, and the second and third Thursdays, but keeping it stocked and organ-ized will require more time and commitment from the volunteers.”

For more information, contact Lisa West at [email protected]

Volunteers bring home the goods

Story and photos by Pfc. Robert YoungStaff Writer

Lisa West (left) and Susanne Flaming check the height of a clothing rack in preparation of the June 3 grand opening of Casey’s Closet May 8 on Camp Casey.

A volunteer with the Kkachi Community Organization, 1st Lt. Jeffery West, puts the finishing touches on a clothing rack for Casey’s Closet on Camp Casey May 8.

From Page 1EFMB

Right: A candidate tends to a simu-lated spinal injury during the Expert Field Medical Badge qualification at Warrior Base May 17.

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Camp CaseyShow times: Fri.-Sun. 6:30 & 8:30 p.m.,

Mon.-Thur. 7:30 p.m.

May 21 ... Iron Man 2 (2)May 22 ... Alice in Wonderland;

Iron Man 2 (2)May 23 ... Alice in Wonderland; The Crazies

May 24 ... Iron Man 2May 26 ... Remember Me

May 28 ... Robin Hood; Repo MenMay 29 ... How to Train Your Dragon;

Robin Hood; Repo MenMay 30 ... The Bounty Hunter;

Hot Tub Time MachineMay 31 ... Robin HoodJune 2 ... Not available

Camp StanleyShow times: Sun- Mon. & Thu. 7 p.m.,

Sat., Wed. & Fri. 7 & 9 p.m.May 21 ... She’s Out of My League;

Remember MeMay 22 ... A Nightmare on Elm Street;

Repo MenMay 23 ... A Nightmare on Elm Street

May 24 ... The Bounty HunterMay 26 ... Robin Hood (2)

May 27 ... Alice in WonderlandMay 28 ... Hot Tub Time Machine;

She’s Out of My LeagueMay 29 ... Iron Man 2; Diary of a Wimpy KidMay 30 ... Iron Man 2

May 31 ... How to Train Your DragonJune 2 ... Not availableJune 3 ... Not available

Camp Red CloudShow times: Fri. 7 & 9 p.m.,

Sat.- Thu. 7 p.m.

May 21 ... A Nightmare on Elm Street; Brooklyn’s Finest

May 22 ... Repo MenMay 23 ... The Bounty Hunter

**No further showings until Sept. 24 during renovations**

Camp HoveyShow times: Mon.-Sun. 7 p.m.

May 21 ... She’s Out of my LeagueMay 22 ... Repo MenMay 23 ... Iron Man 2May 25 ... The CraziesMay 27 ... Robin Hood

May 28 ... The Bounty HunterMay 29 ... Alice in Wonderland

May 30 ... Robin HoodJune ... Not availableJune ... Not available

Camp HumphreysShow times: Mon.- Fri. 6:30 & 9 p.m.,

Sat. - Sun. 3:30, 6:30 & 9 p.m.

May 21 ... Iron Man (2)May 22 ... Kung Fu Panda; Iron Man 2 (2)May 23 ... Kung Fu Panda; Iron Man 2 (2)

May 24 ... Our Family Wedding (2)May 25 ... Our Family Wedding (2)May 26 ... The Bounty Hunter (2)May 27 ... The Bounty Hunter (2)

May 28 ... Robin Hood (2)May 29 ... Alice in Wonderland;

Robin Hood (2)May 30 ... Alice in Wonderland;

Robin Hood (2) May 31 ... Repo Men (2)June 1 ... Repo Men (2)

June 2 ... Hot Tub Time Machine (2)June 3 ... Hot Tub Time Machine (2)

MoviesWarrior NeWs BriefsCast your vote

All Warriors and dependents serv-ing in Korea are eligible to cast absen-tee ballots in the 2010 mid-term elec-tions.

Warrior-voters registered in Indiana, North Carolina, Ohio, Nebraska, West Virginia, Arkansas, Kentucky, Oregon, Pennsylvania and Idaho, your primaries are in May, so act now.

For more information consult your unit voting assistance officer or the Web site at www.fvap.gov

Night Bus availableRed Cloud Garrison will be provid-

ing a night bus that will run every Friday and Saturday between Camp Casey, Camp Red Cloud and Camp Stanley at midnight and at 1 a.m., effective May 14. It will operate on a 60-day trial basis to evaluate ridership. For more information, call DSN 732-6662.

CRC Theater ClosingThe Camp Red Cloud theater will

be closed May 24 through September 25 for renovation. All reservations have been cancelled.

Singles, couples retreatsThe Strong Bonds Progam will host

a retreat for Division Special Troops Battalion single Soldiers May 28-30 at the Dragon Hill Lodge on U.S. Army Garrison Yongsan.

A retreat for DSTB married couples is slated for July 2-4, also at the Dragon Hill Lodge.

For more information, call DSN 732-6199.

Memorial Day Fun RunCamps Casey and Red Cloud will

be holding a 5K run on May 31. Registration starts at 9:00 a.m. at the Casey Gateway Club and at the Camp Red Cloud fitness center, with the run starting at 10:00 a.m. There are four age groups. Children ages 9-13 and 14-18. Adults ages 30 and under, or 31 and over. Medals will be awarded to the top three finishers in each group. For more information, call DSN 730-2322.

Community Banks ClosureAll Community Banks will be

closed June 2 for local government elections day.

Casey’s Closet openingCasey’s Closet grand opening is

slated for June 3 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The thrift shop gives Soldiers and their Families the chance to purchase or donate household goods. For more information, send an e-mail to: [email protected]

Pediatric care at CRCPediatric care is now available the

second and fourth Thursdays of every month at the troop medical clinic on Camp Red Cloud. Pediatricians will see children ages 2 weeks to 5 years on days the pediatric wellness clinic is in session.

To schedule an appointment, call DSN 737-2273(CARE). For more information, call DSN 732-6011.

Tax Center service Did you know that it is not too late

to file your income taxes?

Tax preparation services for Soldiers, retirees and their dependants continue through June 15, the deadline for overseas tax returns, at the Camp Casey Tax Center.

Patrons should note that any required payments were due by April 15. Personnel who remit payment at a later date will be charged interest dur-ing the interim.

The Camp Casey Tax Center, locat-ed in Maude Hall, will operate Monday-Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and from 1:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. Please note that the center will be closed on Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. for training.

Patrons should bring their military identification cards, copies of all W-2 and 1099 forms, copies of all depen-dants’ social security cards, a copy of last year’s tax return if available, and a voided check for bank account infor-mation. For more information, call DSN 730-3591.

Casey Lanes family bowlTuesdays are now Family bowling

days from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Camp Casey Lanes.

Adults can bowl for $1 a game and children under 10 years of age bowl for free with a paying adult.

For more information, call DSN 730-4577.

ESL teacher volunteersThe Army Community Service

needs volunteers to teach English as a second language.

For more information, contact your local ACS or call DSN 732-5883.

Community 5IndianheadMay 21, 2010

Chapel ServiCe TimeSCamp Red Cloud

Protestant: 11 a.m. Sunday

Catholic: 9 a.m. Sunday

KATUSA:7 p.m. Sunday

COGIC:12:30 p.m. Sunday

Camp CaseyAt Stone Chapel

Protestant:10 a.m. Sunday

At Memorial ChapelGospel:

11 a.m. SundayKATUSA:

6:30 p.m. Tuesday At West Casey Chapel

Protestant: 10 a.m. Sunday

Catholic: Noon Sunday

LDS Bible study:7 p.m. Thursdays

Jewish:6:30 p.m. Friday

Camp Hovey At Hovey Chapel

Catholic:11:00 a.m. Sunday

Protestant: 11 a.m. Sunday

KATUSA:6:30 p.m. Tuesday

At Old Hovey ChapelBldg. 3592

Orthodox:10 a.m 1st,3rd Sundays

At Crusader ChapelProtestant:

11 a.m. Sunday

Camp StanleyProtestant:

10 a.m. Sunday Gospel:

12:30 p.m. Sunday

Camp HumphreysCatholic:

9 a.m. SundayProtestant:

11 a.m. SundayGospel:

6 p.m. Tuesday

Points of contactUSAG-Red Cloud:

732-6073/6706CRC Catholic:

732-6016Hovey Chapel:

730-5119Memorial Chapel:

730-2594West Casey:

730-3014 Stanley: 732-5238

Humphreys: 753-7952Castle:

730-6889LDS chaplain: 010-5337-0872

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6 IndianheadMay 21, 2010 Warrior Family Spotlight 7Indianhead

May 21, 2010

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I used to teach in a Head Start program in California and I think that they were doing a good job with pre-school education there. It was well organized and had a curr icu lum that taught a wide range of skills to the kids.

I ’m not real ly sure what CYS has to offer me and my Family. Maybe if they got their message out to the community and told us what p rograms they had, we could take greater advantage of them. My daughter likes ballet, so someth ing a long those l i nes would be great.

Claudia Burdine and daughter Bela

Franka Butler and daughter Nora

April Miller and daughter Alicia

Ashley Brown, daughter Taylor and son Hunter

I would like to see a part time pre-school program for younger children, around three years old. I ’ ve seen programs l i ke tha t offered at other Army bases and t h e y w e r e v e r y h e l p f u l t o Families. More sports for children organized on a regular schedule would be a good thing.

A wider variety of classes such as bal let, music or gymnastics would be an improvement. I know tha t CYS has o f f e red some classes on a trial basis, but more variety with offerings in the early even ing o r Sa tu rdays wou ld benefit the community.

Warrior Family Forum: What programs would you like to see Child and Youth School Services offer?

Child Youth School Services responds:The Child Development Center on Camp Casey is scheduled to open in January 2011. It will offer part-day preschool, pre-kindergarten, full day care for children

starting at 4-weeks-old through kindergarten, and hourly care.Child & Youth School Services will begin posting job announcements next month for instructors in various popular children’s activities like ballet and gymnastics.

As soon as the jobs are filled, they will advertise the programs on all available command information mediums.

1HBCT festivities kick off with Spring Festival

Iron Brigade children have a jumpin’ good time alongside children from local Dongducheon schools during the 1st HBCT Spring Festival held on the Camp Casey Carey Field May 7.

Soldiers with 1st Heavy Brigade Combat Team, spouses and children enjoyed the many games and attrac-tions that took place during the brigade Spring Festival May 7 on Camp Casey Carey Field.

Students from various schools in Dongducheon, as well as many other Korean nationals, were invited as guests to enjoy the fun and excitement of the festival.

The festival kicked off with a cake cutting ceremo-ny. The spouses of brigade commander Col. Thomas C. Graves and brigade Command Sgt. Maj. John W. Fortune cut into a large cake that was then served to the crowd.

The USO provided music that rocked Carey Field and added to the festive atmosphere as children dashed from

event to event. Some events for the Families included bouncy gyms, face painting, sumo wrestling and kite fly-ing. The Traditional Korean Folk Band and the 2nd In-fantry Division Tae Kwon Do team provided impressive demonstrations to entertain everyone.

This was fun for the kids and it gave us the opportuni-ty to spend time with Family, said Spc. Jared P. Griffiths from E Company, 2nd Battalion, 9th Infantry Regiment, who brought his wife and two children to the event.

“It’s good to be able to have my Family here and I think for those who have theirs here as well feel the same way,” he said. The Korean students and nationals also enjoyed their time at the festival as they interacted and participated in the festivities.

With the help of the 1st HBCT Republic of Korea Army staff, we were able to bring students from schools in Dongducheon City into the base to share fun times

with them, said Sgt. Seho Jin, a senior Korean Augmen-tation to the U.S. Army Soldier with Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 1st HBCT. “I hope that they will do more festivals and activities such as this.”

After a day of fun-filled activities for the whole Fam-ily, everyone looked content.

“I would like for them to have a lot more events like this for the Families,” said Griffiths. “It’s more time that I’m able to spend with my wife and kids.”

While many Families enjoyed the festivities, organiz-ers didn’t forget about the unaccompanied troops in Ko-rea. There were batting cages, golf chipping, and pugil sticks for everyone.

“Events such as these are great morale boosters for the Soldiers,” said Griffiths.

As requested: full days of Family fun this summer

Arts and crafts, sports and trips to Ko-rea’s cultural hot-spots are some of the activities planned for children on summer vacation in Area I, in response to parent requests.

Camp Adventure, a full-day childcare program, opens June 21 to school-age kids.

Fantastic Ocean Jamboree – the first week theme of what organizers predict will be a summer full of fun – kicks off the season for Warrior Country children with a trip to the COEX Mall Aquarium in Seoul.

“But, that’s not all,” said Cindy York, assistant planner for the Camp Adventure program. “We’ll have a theme every week and we want to have a field trip that goes

along with the theme.” Children will have a wide variety of

things to do while at camp to include skits, sports and much, much more.

Plus, every Friday parents are invited to the lunchtime barbecue, said York.

In addition to professional CYS Servic-es staff, a group of college students trained by the Camp Adventure Youth Program of Northern Iowa University will lead a sum-mer filled of fun activities and care for the children.

During the planning stages of the sum-mer camp, some concerns arose and CYS Services leaders came up with solutions.

“Families expressed concerns about meals not being included in the costs of the program, so we worked with the din-ing facilities on post to help us provide bag lunches in addition to non-cooked breakfasts and p.m. snacks at no additional

charge to the parents,” said Marie Johnson, Area I CYS Services coordinator.

The sports office has also taken parent suggestions and requests into their summer calendar planning.

“Because of some of the things we’re hearing from parents, our sports director has made sure we offer clin-ics on days that don’t conflict with the normal work week. Many of our summer sports programs will run on Saturdays this year,” said Johnson.

Parents can sign up for pro-grams at Parent Central located in Maude Hall, room 209 at Camp Casey, Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.

Parents can drop off their kids at the

Community Activity Center on Camp Ca-sey at 7:30 a.m. Children at Camp Red Cloud will be bused from the library at 8:30 a.m. to the Camp Adventure activities on Camp Stanley.

Story by Sgt. 1st Class Michelle M. JohnsonPublic Affairs Chief

Story and photos by Pfc. Paul Holston1st HBCT Public Affairs

Korean students from local Dongducheon schools enjoy the food and festivities offered during the 1st HBCT Spring Festival held on the Camp Casey Carey Field May 7.

Soldiers enjoy a friendly battle of pugils during the 1st Heavy Brigade Combat Team Spring Festival held on the Camp Casey Carey Field May 7.

Children strike a pose during the 2009 Camp Adventure held at the Camp Casey Community Activity Center.

The Camp Adventure full-day care program will take place 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on June 21-Aug. 20 at the Camp Casey Community Activity Center and at Camp Stanley for Camp Red Cloud children. The cost is based on a graduated scale.

The two-person golf scramble, father and child golf clinic is slated for 2:30 p.m. June 19 at the Camp Casey golf course. The cost is $20 per couple with meals included. For more informa-tion or to register, call 010-8686-6222.

The four-week Cheer-leading and Dance Camp is slated for 9-11:30 a.m. on the Camp Casey Hanson Field House and 1-3 p.m. on the Camp Red Cloud fitness center July 10, 17, 24 and 31. The cost is $25 per child.

The four-week Junior Basketball Camp is slated for 9-11:30 a.m. July 10, 17, 24, and 31 at the Camp Casey Hanson Field House. The age groups are 6-10 and 11-15. The cost is $35 per child.

The Soccer Camp for children ages 6-10 and 11-15 is slated for 9-11:30 a.m. July 7 and 14 at the Camp Red Cloud soccer field. The cost is $20 per child.

The Sports and Fit-ness Back-to-School Bash is slated for Aug. 31 at the Camp Casey baseball field. The event is free for all school-aged children.

**For more information or to register, go to Parent Central on Camp Casey or call DSN 730-3628**

Photo by Pvt. Jamal Walker

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JOINT SECURITY STATION SHEIKH AMIR, Iraq – Over the past couple of decades, there has been a drawdown of troops in the Republic of Korea to support operations, contigen-cies, and Army force structure require-ments. Not too long ago, there were hundreds of U.S. military installations all across the peninsula, but today, con-solidation is key.

Only seven years have passed since Coalition Forces went into Iraq, but sim-ilar events are happening there.

After living at Joint Security Station Sheikh Amir since January, Soldiers with A Company, 2nd Battalion, 23rd Infantry Regiment “Tomahawks,” cut the power to the station April 13.

The next day, their containerized housing units were loaded onto trucks and sent back to Camp Taji. Soldiers spent their last night at the JSS sleeping inside their Strykers.

But, after much debate from the Iraqi government and military, they decided to retain the JSS rather than close it, and the CHUs were brought back, said 1st Lt. Shaun Futch, the battalion logistical officer who handled the paperwork sur-rounding the debate.

It wouldn’t be until a transfer of au-thority ceremony May 7 that the Soldiers said their final goodbyes to their Iraqi Army partners and handed full control of the station over to the IA.

Iraqi Army leaders assessed that the base was needed to sustain security in the area and keep Iraqi units working closely with the locals.

“We pushed for it to be a transfer on both the Iraqi side and the American side,” said Futch.

It ended up being a lot of heartache and a lot of pain to make it a transfer instead of a closure, but the partnership really played a big part on the decision;

everybody wanted it to stay, he said.JSSs and other smaller security out-

posts were established across Iraq dur-ing the 2007 Iraqi surge as a way for U.S. and Iraqi forces to maintain securi-ty in areas that had once been controlled by insurgent forces and militias.

As the security situation has im-proved, U.S. forces have transferred or shut down bases as part of the responsi-ble drawdown of forces in Iraq called for by U.S. President Barack Obama.

Although preparing for the transfer took months, the living conditions of the remaining Soldiers on the base were not greatly affected, said 1st Lt. Dustin De-perro, the platoon leader for the Mobile Gun System platoon.

“Quality of life on the JSS from Janu-ary to the end of March was excellent,” said Deperro, adding that Soldiers had internet access and were able to easily keep in touch with friends and Family back in the United States.

April marked the beginning of the closure of the JSS which meant the company would slowly start reducing its footprint, he said.

The executive officer of A Co., 1st Lt. Louis Harrington, saw the transfer as an important event in the Tomahawks’ record books.

“It’s a piece of history,” said Har-rington. He noted the JSS was where 2-23rd Inf.’s command operations cent-er was located during the 2010 Iraqi elections.

Capt. Nate Showman, the command-er of A Co., explained that the transfer of the base to the Government of Iraq not only indicates the rapid progress of the overall security situation in Iraq, but it also represents a personal milestone in his military career.

“The last time I was here, we opened a JSS up,” he said. “This time, we got to close one down.”

The historical importance of the elec-tions and transferring control of JSSs from U.S. to Iraqi hands has also left an impact on the enlisted Soldiers who

lived there.“You always heard about it on the

news, but to actually witness it is some-thing,” said Sgt. Brandon Blake, a gun-ner with the MGS Plt. “It’s kind of cool to be there for it.”

Blake deployed with 2-23rd Inf. to Iraq in 2007-08, where he and other Sol-diers built their own JSS from scratch out of an abandoned meat-packing plant

southwest of Baghdad.Comparing his previous experience

to this one, Blake said he has witnessed the progress made in the country and reminds Soldiers that the unit’s time in Iraq is almost over.

“I’m glad that we got to an end state where everybody could be happy,” said Futch. “It’s a situation where everybody won.”

8 IndianheadMay 21, 2010 News

The sun never sets on the 2nd ID

Lt. Col. Mike Lawrence, commander of 2nd Battalion, 23rd Infantry Regiment, 4th Stryker Brigade Combat Team and Sameer Al-Haddad, from the Ministry of the Interior, sign documents transferring Joint Security Station Sheikh Amir from U.S. forces to 9th Iraqi Army Division May 7.

Tomahawks’ time at JSS ends with transferStory and photo by Pfc. Kimberly Hackbarth4th SBCT Public Affairs

Check out the latest 2nd ID videos and photos on:

www.2id.korea.army.mil2nd Infantry Division

(Official Page)

www.vimeo.com/id2www.flickr.com/photos/2id

2ndInfantryDivision@2ndInfDiv

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종합 42010년 5월 21일인디언헤드

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기자

일병 이현배

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인디언헤드-한글판-스태프

인디언헤드 한글판은 미 2사단 카투사들을 위

해 공보실에서 발행하는 미국방성 공인 신문입

니다. 신문 내용은 미 육군의 의견이 아닐 수 있

습니다. 인디언헤드지는 일성 양행 인쇄소에서

격주간지로 발행됩니다.

취재 요청은 732-9518으로 전화 바랍니다. 인

디언헤드 한글판에는 바탕체가 기본 글꼴로 사

용되었습니다.

인디언헤드가전하는 사랑의 편지이번 호의 주인공은 1-15 야전포병대대 155mm 자주포병 설용환 상병과 인천대학교 법학과에 재학중인 김다솜양입니다.'인디언헤드가 전하는 사랑의 편지'는 여러분의 참여로 이루어집니다. 게재를 바라시는 분은 미 2사단 공보실 정호영 상병 [email protected] 또는 732-9518로 연락주시길 바랍니다.

무척 오랜만이네?ㅋ 만날 편지 쓴다고 호언장담해놓고는 잘 안 써서 미안해ㅠ 대신 이번 기회를 통해서 나름대로 공개편지를 쓰니까 좀 봐줘ㅋ 우리가 이제 사귄 지 800일이 다 되어가고 있어! 놀랍지?ㅋ 물론… 그 중 반은 나의 군대 생활이긴 하지만 여태껏 한번 본 적 없던 한 사람과 한 사람이 만나 800일이란 시간을 보냈다는 건 정말 놀랄 일인 것 같아, 다시 말하면 너 없이는 내 인생의 약 십 분의 일은 설명이 되지 않는 거잖아. 물론 그 동안 좋은 일만 있었다고 말하는 것은 거짓말이겠지만 대부분 시간이 내게 더 없이 소중한 시간이었어. 반면에 솜이한테 나는 빵점짜리 남자친구 인 것 같아ㅠ. 이제 솜이가 3학년으로 진학해서 미래에 대한 걱정도 많고 또 장녀라 동생 진학문제로 고민이 많았잖아, 그럴 때 마다 내가 다독여주고 잘 앞으로 나아갈 수 있도록 응원해주는 게 내 역할인데 내가 그 역할을 제대로 하지 못했던 같아. 오히려 솜이가 혹시 내 기분 상할까 봐 짜증을 날 법도 한데 꾸욱 참고 계속 대화를 이어나 갈 때를 보면 가끔은 오빠로서 부끄러웠던 적이 많아ㅠ 생각해보면 여자친구가 남자친구 앞에서 큰 소리치지 어디에서 그 속을 풀겠어? 그러니까 힘든 일 있을 때나 즐거울 때, 서러울 때, 하물며 옆에 있는 솜이 친구들이 염장지를 때도 나한테 말해, 내가 귀 활짝 열고 네 얘기만 들을게 ㅋㅋ 이렇게 글을 쓰는 동안 솜이가 나한테 얼마나 소중한 사람인지 깨닫는 것 같아, 내가 군대에 있는 동안 불평 불만 없이 나만 바라만 주어서 고맙고, 나도 너한테 받은 마음보다 너에게 마음을 줄 수 있는 남자친구가 되려고 노력할게ㅋㅋ 우리 시간에 관계없이 서로에게 예쁜 마음을 주고받는 연인이 되자, 사랑해~♥

오빠! 오빠가 군대에 간지도 벌써 1년하고도 4개월 정도 됐어. 그래도 나에게는 시간이 꽤 빨리 갔다고 생각하는데 오빠한테는 그런 말 하면 안되겠지?ㅋㅋ 그리고 우리가 만난 지는 2년 1개월이 되었네. 그러고 보니 만난 기간의 반 이상이 오빠 군대였네? 그래도 자주 봐서 난 힘들지 않았어. 그렇게 위로하지 뭐 ㅋㅋㅋ 벌써부터 11월 생각만 하면 떨리는데 오빠는 더하겠다, 그지? 오빠가 군대에 가서 가장 힘들었던 것은 보고 싶을 때 못 봤던 거였는데 이제 오빠가 제대하면 보고 싶을 때 볼 수 있어서 그게 제일 좋은 것 같아! 물론 제대해도 이제 나는 4학년 이고 오빤 오빠공부로 바쁘겠지만 그래도 군대보단 나을 거야^,^ 오빠는 나보다 한 살 많지만 그래도 많은 걸 배운 거 같아. 그 전에는 정말 나밖에 모르고 이기적이기도 했는데 오빠를 만나면서 그래도 약간의 배려심이 생긴 것 같아. 또 오빠가 한 말도 나한테 큰 영향을 줬었어. 그게 뭐~~게? “최고는 될 수 없어도 최선은 다해야 한다고 생각해.” 아직도 생각나. 물론 상황이 그렇게 진지한 상황에서 나온 말은 아니였지만 그래도 그 말은 나한테 큰 영향을 줬고 앞으로도 기억에 남을 것 같아. 덕분에 어떤 일이든 최선을 다할 수 있게 됐어. 고마워 오빠야♥ 오빠 만나면 항상 오빠만 보면 투정부리고 짜증내고 억지부리고.. 지나보면 그럴 일도 아닌데, 자꾸 어리광만 부린 것 같아서 오빠랑 헤어지고 나면 항상 후회하고 미안해. 알지? 내 진심은 그런 게 아니야…………….^.^흐흐 제대하면 더 멋진 여자친구가 돼서 더 잘해 줄게! 약속!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!사랑은 받아본 사람이 줄 수 있다고 하잖아. 난 이제 사랑을 줄 수 있을 것 같아^.^ 고마워. 오빠를 만난 후에 많이 배우고 많이 받은 것 같아. 오빠한텐 항상 고마워. 그리고 사랑해^.^♥ 아프지 말고, 건강하게 제대하자 오빠야♥

우편 엽서

받는 사람 받는 사람

To 솜이에게ㅋ 보고 싶은 오빠에게.

군수산업체의 CEO인 토니 스타크는 자신의 일이 생명과 재산을 파괴하는 것뿐이라는 것에 경멸을 느끼게 된다. 그래서 자신의 능력으로 세계의 평화에 기여할 방법을 찾게 되고 그렇게 아이언맨이 탄생한다.

이번 아이언맨 2는 전편보다 더욱 다양하고 강력한 액션으로 돌아왔다. 전편이 평범한 인간이 영웅이 되는 내용을 그렸다면 이번에는 오락적 면모가 부각되었다. 하지만 토니 스타크에게도 고민이 생기니 그것은 자신을 아이언맨으로 활동할 수 있게 해주는 화학약품이 자신의 몸을 상하게 하고 있기 때문인데.. 하지만 그 와중에도 악당은 그를 노리고 있다. 과연 아이언맨의 운명은 어떻게 될 것인가?

CRC :: CASEY :: HOVEY :: STANLEY ::HUMPHREYS ::

아 이 언 맨 2

27, 28

21, 22, 24

23

28, 29, 30

21, 22, 23

302 여단지원대대 C중대의 오니사 오리츠(2LT Onissa Oritz)소위는 “EFMB훈련은 우리가 매일 하는 것들을 더 잘 할 수 있도록 해 준다. 하지만 평소에는 겪을 수 없었던 극한의 상황에서 모든 것이 이루어지기 때문에 지친다. 하지만 이 훈련을 통해 더 나은 의무병이 되는 것은 분명하다”고 말했다.

숙련된 의무병들은 전시에 그 무엇과도 바꿀 수 없는 소중한 재산이다. EFMB는 의무병들을 숙련시킴과 동시에 그들에게 성취감을 줄 수 있는 배지를 제공한다. 5월 6일에 이루어진 배지 증정식에서 미 2 사단장 마이클 S. 터커(MG Micheal S. Tucker)소장은 의무병들의 노고를 치하했다.

“세계 제 2차대전에서는 관통상을 입은 군인의 생존률이 30% 정도였지만 지금은 94%에 이른다”고 말하고 “이와 같은 변화를 이끌어 낸 것이 의무병들이다. 내가 아프가니스탄에서 15개월 동안 근무할 때 다른 나라의 의무병들이 작전을 펼치는 것을 본 적이 있다. 그리고 나는 우리의 의무병들이 세계 최고라고 확신한다. 만약 당신이 부상을 입어 생사의 기로에 서 있는데 의무병에 의해 구조되고 치료되어 다시 살 수 있다면 그만큼 당신을 위로해 줄 수 있는 것이 있겠는가”라고 덧붙였

다. <기사 및 사진_일병 로버트 영 / 미 2 사단 공보실>

5월 7일, 미 2 사단 장병들과 대진대학교 학생들이 함께 한국문화 유적지를 답사했다. 이번 행사는 미 2사단과 경기도청의 후원으로 이루 어졌다. 사진은 장병들과 학생들이 함께 조를 지어 첫번째 목적지인 서오릉을 둘러본 뒤 찍은 기념사진이다.

2면에서 이어집니다

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지난 5월 7일 캠프 케이시 (Camp Casey)의 캐리

필드 (Carey Field) 에서 미 2 사단 제 1전투여단의

봄 축제가 열렸다. 1전투여단의 장병들과 가족들이 축

제에 참여했다.

축제에는 장병들과 가족들뿐만 아니라 동두천 시내

의 온 학생들과 지역 주민들도 함께해 여러 게임들을

같이 하며 축제를 즐겼다.

축제는 기념 케잌을 자르는 것으로 시작됐다. 제 1

전투여단장 토머스 C. 그레이브스(COL Thomas C.

Graves)와 여단주임원사 존 W.포춘(CSM John W.

Fortune)원사의 가족들이 장병들과 가족들이 보는 앞

에서 케잌을 잘랐다.

행사의 분위기를 돋우기 위해 USO(United

Service Organizations)에서 밴드와 음악을 제공했

다. 행사장의 분위기는 점점 달아올라 뛰노는 아이들

의 웃음소리와 장병들의 웃음소리로 가득했다. 축제가

펼쳐진 케리 필드에는 가족들을 위한 놀이시설들이

설치되었다. 아이들이 밟고 뛰놀 수 있도록 공기가 가

득 채워진 대형 매트와 배트맨과 슈퍼맨이 나타났다고

착각할 정도의 화려한 얼굴 페인팅, 그리고 스모 레슬

링 경기와 연날리기 등이 펼쳐져 가족들을 즐겁게 했

다. 또한 가족들 없이 캠프 케이시에서 근무하는 장병

들을 위한 오락 프로그램도 다양했다. 야구공을 쳐 볼

수 있는 배팅 케이지와 골프장 등의 오락시설이 있었

고 오후에는 한국 농악대의 흥겨운 농악 공연도 펼쳐

졌다. 농악 공연 때 장단에 맞추어 머리를 흔드는 장병

들고 가족들의 모습을 심심찮게 볼 수 있었다.

이번 축제에 그의 아내와 두 자녀를 데려온 2-9보

병대대 E중대 저레드 그리피스(SPC Jared Griffiths)

상병은 “이번 축제엔 어린이들이 즐길 수 있는 오락거

리가 아주 많다. 덕분에 가족들과 즐거운 시간을 보낼

수 있었다”고 말하고

“나 말고도 가족들과 함께하는 모든 사람이 같은

생각일 것이다”고 덧붙였다.

이번 축제에 초대되 온 동두천 지역 학생들과 주민

들도 축제의 여러 프로그램에 참가하며 행사를 즐겼

다.

1전투여단 한국군 지원대 선임병장 진세호 병장은

“우리 지원대에서 동두천 지역 학생들과 주민들을 초

대해 함께 즐길 수 있게 되었다”고 말하고 “앞으로도

지역 주민들과 함께 즐거움을 나누는 기회가 많았으면

한다”고 덧붙였다. 어느덧 즐거웠던 프로그램으로 가

득했던 축제가 막을 내릴 시간이었다. 모든 장병들과

가족들, 그리고 지역주민들이 만족한 표정이었다. 그

리피스 상병은 “앞으로도 가족들을 위한 이런 행사가

많았으면 좋겠다. 가족들과 함께 시간을 보내는 게 정

말 큰 즐거움이다. 그리고 이런 행사가 장병들의 사기

를 드높인다는 것 또한 분명하다”고 덧붙였다.

<기사 및 사진_일병 폴 홀스튼 / 1전투여단 공보실>

인-자기 소개를 부탁한다.이-나는 입대 전 연세대 신소재공학과 2학년 1학기를 마치고 입대했다. 카투사는 주위에서 친구들이 지원하는 것을 보고 알게 됐다.

인-1-15 야전포병대대를 소개한다면?신-1-15 야전포병대대는 1916년 뉴욕에서 창설됐으며 세계1,2차 대전에 참전했다. 우리 부대의 크레스트에는 5개의 줄이 있는데 이것은 우리 포병대대가 세계대전에서 승리한 전투 중 5번의 전투가 각기 다른 강에서 벌어진 것이기 때문이다. 1950년 6월 한국전이 발발한 후 같은 해 8월에 참전했고 그 후 철수했다 1965년 한국에 재파견되 지금까지 케이시에 주둔하고 있다.우리는 1전투여단 소속으로 2-9 보병대대, 4-7기갑대대, 1-72 전차연대를 지원한다. 그래서 훈련이 많은 편이다.

인-자대배치 후 어떤 일을 하게 됐나?신-나는 1-15 야전포병대대 골프 중대 본부보급병으로 배치받았다. 보급병으로 1년 4개월 정도를 일했다. 생각해보면 참 힘들었다. 일이 거의 항상 늦게 끝났다. 신병 때엔 보통 밤 9시가 되서야 퇴근했고 12시에 끝날 때도 있었다. 그래도 PT는 빠짐없이 했다. 그런 탓에 보급병으로 일할 때는 일 자체가 힘든 건 아니었지만 개인시간이 많이 없었다.

인-카투사 제도에 대해 아쉬운 점이 있다던데?신-그렇다. 민감한 주제라 말을 꺼내는게 쉬운 일이 아니지만 나는 다시 입대하라면 카투사에는 오고 싶지 않다. 모든 카투사들은 KTA에서 '우리는 군사외교관으로서의 자부심을 가지고'

라는 복무신조를 봤을 것이다. 하지만 자대에 와서 겪었던 많은 일들은 나로서 카투사의 존재 의미에 회의를 느끼게 했다. 한 명의 카투사가 잘못을 저지르면 모든 카투사와 한국인이 욕을 먹어야 했다. 또 CQ에서 불이익을 당한적이 많았고 지금도 진행형이다. CQ로스터는 중대 미군 일등상사가 정하는데 원래 카투사가 로스터에 없었는데도 불구하고 일등상사와 친분이 있는 미군 NCO들이 자신의 CQ를 카투사에게 떠넘기는 바람에 세 달 동안 열 번의 CQ를 한 적도 있다. EO에 제소도 준비해 봤지만 희망이 없어보여 포기했다. 카투사의 존재 의미가 미군 디테일을 대신 해주는 게 아닌데도 이런 차별은 계속되고 있다.

인-그래도 미군들과 좋은 추억이 있다면?신-포대 모터풀을 관리하는 미군 준위들이 있다. 이 사람들은 사려깊어서 카투사를 잘 이해해 주었다. 이 미군들과는 자주 식사도 하고 서울에도 놀러갔다. 그리고 대대에서 미군들과 함께 팔당댐에 놀러가 그곳에 있던 문화 유산들도 함께 둘러보고 강을 보며 밥을 먹었었다. 참 재밌었던 기억이 난다.

인-전역후의 계획은?신-제때 졸업하고 싶다. 제대 후 복학해서 마광수 교수처럼 색깔있는 교수가 되어 강단에 서며 후진을 양성하고 싶다. 혹은 이공계 국립 연구소에 들어가 신소재를 개발하고 싶다. 또 미국 스탠포드 대학원에 진학하고 싶다. 그리고 부모님께 드릴 말씀이 있다. 대학생때 학고도 받고 질풍노도의 시기를 길게 보낸 것 같다. 부모님께 칭찬을 별로 못 받아 봤다. 앞으로는 부모님이 자랑스럽게 소개할 수 있는 멋진 아들이 되고 싶다.

종합3 2010년 5월 21일인디언헤드

1-15 야전포병대대 G중대 선임병장 황재윤 병장

focus

<기사 및 사진_상병 정호영/편집인>

지난 5월 7일 캠프 케이시 (Camp Casey)의 캐리 필드 (Carey Field) 에서 미 2 사단 제 1전투여단의 봄 축제

가 열렸다. 사진은 축제에 참여한 장병들과 가족들이 축제를 즐기며 단란한 한때를 보내고 있는 모습이다.

1전투여단, 장병들과 가족들 위해 봄 축제 열어

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의무병들을 위한 시험이자 의무병들에게 영광의 배지인 EFMB (Expert Field Medical Badge) 는 합격률이 15%정도로 그 어려움이 정평이 나 있다. 이 배지를 따기 위해서는 강인한 체력과 불굴의 정신력이 요구된다. 약 한달 전인 4월 하순부터 미 2 사단 138의무대대는 파주의 워리어 베이스 (Warrior Base)에서 이 EFMB를 위한 훈련을 해 왔다. 한국 곳곳에서 근무하는 250명이 넘는 의무병들이 참가했으며 하와이에서 온 의무병들도 있었다.

EFMB 시험은 한번의 시험이 2주 동안 이루어지며 필기 시험과 3가지 종목의 부상장병 구조와 응급구조 수행 시험, 낮과 밤에 걸쳐 이루어지는 장애물 통과 시험과 12마일 행군으로 이루어졌다.

116의무대대 사령관이자 이번 EFMB 시험의 총감독관인 스미스 중령은 “배지를 따든 따지 못하든 이 훈련은 의무병들에게 엄청난 도움을 주는 훈련이다”고 말하고 “EFMB훈련을 마칠 때쯤 그들은 훨씬 더 숙련된 의무병이 되어 있을 것이다”고 덧붙였다.

5월 6일에 이뤄진 첫번째 시험에서는 140명의 응시자 중 20명의 의무병들이 배지를 따는데 성공했다. 의무병들은 시험이 시작되기 전 일주일이 넘는 기간동안 시험장에서 실제 시험을 보는 것처럼 훈련을 했다.

4화학중대의 2소대장 데니스 와인(SSG Dennis Wynne)하사는 “소대원들이 이번 시험을 준비하면서 서로 협력하는 모습은 나를 정말 기쁘게 했다”고 말하고 “야전에서 활동하는 의무병들은 병원에서 주로 근무하는 의무병들과는 다른 기술들을 많이 알고 있다. 이번 훈련에서 그들은 서로가 가진 기술들을 공유하며 의무병으로서 소중한 공부를 했다”고 덧붙였다.

시험에 참가할 의무병들은 최근에 받은 CPR (Cardiopulmonary resuscitation : 심폐 기능) 진단서를 제출해야 했다. 그들의 체력이 시험을 치르기에 부족함이 없는지를 확인하기 위해서였다. 앞에서도 말했듯이 15%정도의 합격률을 가지고 있을 만큼 체력적으로나 정신적으로나 만만치 않은 시험이기 때문이다. 미 2 사단의 외과의사이자 이번 시험 감독관 중

한명인 프랭크 고어링(MAJ Frank Goring)소령은 “EFMB훈련은 의무병들에게 집중적인 훈련의 기회를 제공함과 동시에 그들의 업무 교육까지 제공한다는 점에서 의미가 있다”고 말했다.

시험을 일찍 통과한 몇몇 장병들은 그들의 소대원들을 응원했다. 1-38야전포병대대의 안토니오 제퍼슨(SSG Antonio Jefferson)하사는 “우리 소대원들이 훈련에 참가하고 시험에 임하는 모습을 보니 자랑스럽다. 우리는 3일차 시험을 보는 중이다. 그리고 소대원들 중 상당수는 합격선을 상당히 상회하는 점수를 얻고 있다”고 말하고 “소대원들이 함께 협동하고 고민해서 앞으로 점점 나아가는 모습에 깊은 감동을 받았다”고 덧붙였다.

시험에 응시한 장병들은 그들에게 닥칠 정신적인 고난은 어느정도 예측할 수 있었지만 체력적으로 얼마나 힘들지는 예상할 수 없었다. 하와이의 미 육군 병원에서 온 칼리 스미스(Lt. Kallie Smith)중위는 “시험을 위해 훈련했던 과정은 우리 본연의 임무 수행 능력을 향상시키는데 큰 도움을 주었다. 하지만 체력적으로 완벽히 대비하긴 힘들었다”고 말하고

“시험 일정이 참가한 장병들로 하여금 긴장을 풀 수 없도록 빡빡하게 짜여 있다. 나와 소대원들도 어젯밤 장애물 극복 시험을 보느라 2시간 정도밖에 자지 못한 채 오늘 다른 종목의 시험에 참가하고 있다”고 덧붙였다.

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종합 22010년 5월 21일인디언헤드

우리 1-15야전포병대대의 명물으로는 본부포대의 명물, 이제 상병 진급 예정인 배종현 일병이 있다. 현재 대대 군종병으로서 근무하고 있는 배종현 일병은 명문고를 나와서 유학을 하다가 카투사로 오게 된 인재이다.

그러한 인재의 얼굴을 하고 상황에 따라 툭툭 던지는 말들과 몸개그는 포대원들을연신 빵빵 터지게 한다. 비록 지금은 탈모 방지 차원에서 복용하는 약이 배종현 일병을 조신하게 만들어서 예전같이 재미있지는 않지만 그래도 레전드이다.

그리고 얼마 전에 여단 보드에 출전해서 미군들과 비교해도 손색없을 정도의 좋은 성적을 거두고, 부대 내 활동에도 잘 참여하고, 대대원들과 잘 어울리며 본인의 업무도 충실히 수행하는 훌륭한 카투사이자 명실상부한 우리 포대의 명물이다. 배종현 상병 화이팅!

나는 우리 부대의 명물로 이동범 상병을 소개하고 싶다.

이동범 상병은 내가 본 사람들 중에 자기 몸을 가장 잘 챙기는 사람이다. 이동범 상병은 항상 틈나는 시간이 있으면 한의학과 관련된 책을 보는데, 이 책들이 항상 특이한 제목을 가지고 있다. 그 책들의 제목이 ‘침뜸 의학 개론’, ‘동양 의학 개론’ 등등이 있는데, 그 중 우리에게 가장 큰 충격을 준 책은 ‘남산 주지스님의 파스 요법’이었다. 그 책을 보고는 파스를 잘라서 군데군데 붙히는 걸 신기하게 봤던 걸 기억한다.

우리 부대원들은 가끔 농담으로 이동범 상병에게 한의학 쪽으로 진로를 바꿔보는게 어떠냐고 물어보는데 이동범 상병은 충분히 한의학으로 나가도 성공해 낼 것 같은 그 무언가가 있다. 언젠가 그가 TV프로그램에 나와 새로운 요법을 우리에게 알려주길 기대한다.

"우리 부대의 명물은..."

1-15 야전포병대대 본부포대

선임병장 병장 엄세준

1-15 야전포병대대 A 포대 야

전포병 일병 임영민

1-15 야전포병대대 G중대

공구보급병 이병 노현호

1-15 야전포병대대 브라보 포

대 화학병 상병 김태민

우리 부대의 명물은... 나다. 사실 이 글을 쓰게 된 것도 부대에서 명물로 지목되었기 때문이다. 내가 명물이 된 것은 아마도 어리버리한 내 성격 때문일 것이다. 그러나 군대라는 특수한 조직에서 어리버리함은 매우 치명적이다.

한번은 미군들에게 선물을 주기 위해 영내로 막걸리를 사들고 오다가 그것이 발각되어서 큰 곤욕을 겪은 적이 있다. 군인으로서 마땅히 알아야할 규율들을 제대로 살펴보지 않아서 벌어진 완벽한 내 불찰이었다.

어찌됐든 그때 이후로 내 별명은 ‘막걸림’이 되었다. 그리고 나는 명물의 반열에 오르게 되었다. 명물이란 남다른 특징이 있어 인기 있는 사람을 이르는 말이라고 한다. 이왕 명물이 된거 긍정적으로 생각해서 어리버리한 성격을 잘 살려 부대에 웃음을 주는 행복의 전도사가 되어야겠다.

나는 자대배치를 받은 지 이제 갓 15일 남짓 정도밖에 안되기 때문에 신병의 눈으로 바라 본 손호준 상병님에 대해 조심스럽게 소개하려 한다.

먼저 손호준 상병님은 우리 부대원분들과 극히 친하고 사랑하시는 나머지 다소 과도한 애정표현을 하셔서 보는 이로 하여금 손호준 상병님의 입지를 확실히 인식하게끔 하신다.

또한 빈틈없는 철저한 어장관리를 통해 같이 일하는 여군들의 관심과 애정을 독차지하셔서 부대 내 손호준 상병님의 인기는 월드스타 비의 복근웨이브가 무색할 정도이다.

무엇보다도 본연의 임무인 PLL 업무를 하거나 일을 가르쳐주실 때만큼은 누가 봐도 믿음이 생기도록 하는 프로이시며, 후임이 힘들어 할 때 따뜻한 말 한마디 건네주시는 멋진 선임이시다.

인디언헤드가 만난 사람들

미 2 사단 의무병들,EFMB 훈련에서 비지땀

지난 4월 하순부터 펼쳐진 의무병을 위한 최고의 배지인 EFMB를 따기 위한 시험이 경기도 파주의 워리어 베이스에서 펼쳐졌다. 사진은 시험에 참가한 장병들이 3개 종목 중 하나인 장애물 극복 시험을 보고 있는 장면이다.

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장병들과 대학생들의 문화유산 여행 풍경

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미 2 사단 장병들, 한국 대학생들과 한국문화유산 둘러봐

지난 5월 7일 미 2사단 장병들과 대진대학교 학생들이 함께 경기도에 있는 한국의 문화유산을 돌아보았다. 장병들과 학생들은 의정부에 있는 경기도 제 2청사에서 만나 첫 번째 목적지인 서오릉으로 출발했다. 서오릉에 도착한 후 조를 짰는데 사진은 같은 조가 된 장병과 대학생이 서로 자기소개를 하는 장면이다.

미 2 사단 의무병들EFMB 훈련에서 비지땀

지난 5월 7일 캠프 레드 클라우드 (Camp Red Cloud) 의 레크리에이션 센터 (CAC: Community Ac-tivity Center) 앞, 미 2 사단 장병들이 사복을 입고 버스에 올라타기 시작했다.

경기도청이 주최한 대학생들과의 여행에 참여하기 위해서였다. 하지만 시작부터 우여곡절이 있었다. 같은 날 미군 복지지원단 (Morale Welfare Recreation) 에서 경복궁 여행을 주최해 캑 앞에 경복궁행 버스 3대가 대기하고 있었는데 대학생들과 여행가기로 한 장병들 15명이 그 버스를 타고 가 버린 것이었다. 당황한 민사과 참모가 일등상사에게 전화를 걸었고 일등상사가 새로 장병들을 보냈다.

이런 우여곡절 때문에 출발이 지체되었고 원래 경기도 제 2청에서 김문수 경기도지사의 환영사가 예정되 있었지만 생략할 수 밖에 없었다. 그래도 버스는 출발했다. 경기도 제 2청사에 도착한 버스는 그곳에서 대학생들을 태운 버스와 합류했다. 그리고 첫번째 관광지인 서오릉으로 출발했다. 서오릉은 조선시대 왕과 왕족의 능 5개가 모여있어 지금의 이름으로 불리며 사적(史蹟) 198호로 지정되어 있다. 그리고 2009년에는 세계문화유산으로 지정되었다. 기자도 왕릉을 가보는 것은 처음이었는데 역시 왕의 무덤답게 주변에 화초들이 잘 가꾸어져 있었다. 물론 경기도에서 관광지로 개발했기 때문에 그럴지도 모르지만 조선시대에는 더하면 더했지 덜하지는 않았을 거란 생각이 들었다. 장병들과 대학생들은 서오릉에 도착해 조를 구성해 함께 섞여 돌아다녔다. 구름 한 점 찾기 힘들 정도로 햇빛이 밝게 내리쬐는 날씨였다. 산책로가 잘 닦여져 있었다. 문화재청에서 나오신 나이 지긋하신 아저씨가 릉

의 곳곳을 설명했다. 장병들은 신기해하며 대학생들에게 이것저것 물어보았다. 대진대학교 영문과 3학년 김동완 씨는 “영문과 전공교수님의 추천으로 오게 됐다. 실제로 미군들을 보니 신기하다”고 말했다. 일행은 왕릉의 제사를 지내는 곳인 정자각에 들러 직접 절을 해본 뒤 릉에 올랐다. 릉 앞에서 모여 앉은 일행은 한시를 감상한 뒤 기념사진을 찍었다. 대진대학교 영문학과 3학년 전은경 씨는 “미군들과 함께 여행을 하니 재미있다”고 말하고 “특히 내가 지금까지 아는 외국인이라곤 학과 외국인 교수님밖에 없었는데 이렇게 많은 외국인을 보게 되니 더 재미있고 좋은 경험이다.”고 덧붙였다. 기념사진을 찍고 나니 어느새 점심때였다. 장병들과 학생들은 나무와 햇살이 잘 어우러지는 곳에 자리한 식당에서 돼지갈비로 식사를 했다. 미 2 사단 사단특수근무대대 찰리중대의 데이본 리빙스톤(PV2 Davon Livingstone)이병은 “아주 재미있다. 한국 대학생들을 만나 함께 얘기하는 것도 재미있고 맛있는 음식도 같이 먹을 수 있어 참 좋다”고 말했다. 점심 후에 일행은 두 번째 관광지인 경기도 파주 보광사로 이동했다. 보광사는 신라시대인 서기 894년 창건되었으며 임진왜란 때 폐허가 됐지만 그 후 여러 임금들이 재건했고 영조의 어머니인 숙빈 최씨의 묘가 가까워 영조가 보광사를 자주 찾고 증축했던 곳이다. 석가탄신일을 앞두고 형형색색의 연등들이 건물 사이를 수놓고 있었다. 일행들은 스님에게 사찰에 대한 설명을 듣고 자유롭게 사찰을 구경했다.

사단특수근무대대 본부지원중대 소속 티모시 브룬즈 상병(Spc Timothy, Brunes)은 “나는 역사를 참 좋아한다. 오늘 여행으로 한국 역사의 숨결을 느낄 수 있어

서 만족한다”고 말하고 “아까 한시 낭독을 들을 때 나와 같은 조인 대학생이 통역해줬다”고 덧붙였다. 보광사를 천천히 걷고 있을 무렵 서오릉에서부터 유난히 학생들과 말을 잘하던 미군에게 다가가 인터뷰를 시도했다. 그런데 알고보니 그 사람은 미군이 아니라 대진대학교 원어민 교수였다. 대진대 영어영문학과 교수 윌리엄 데이비스(William Davis)씨는 “경기도청이 주최해줘서 이런 좋은 행사를 할 수 있었다”고 말하고 “내 아버지가 24년 동안 미군에서 복무했기 때문에 나 또한 미군에 친숙하다. 나는 10년 전에 한국에 왔고 4년 전부터 강단에서 학생들을 가르치고 있다. 한국 학생들의 배움에 대한 열성은 놀

랍다”고 덧붙였다.아름다운 보광사 관광을 마친 뒤 일행은 마지막 관광

지인 자운서원으로 이동했다. 자운서원은 조선시대 광해군 때 율곡 이이 선생의 학문과 덕행을 기리기 위해 창건된 곳이다. 서원 안에는 서원뿐만 아니라 율곡이이 박물관도 있었다. 일행은 박물관에 들어가 율곡 이이 선생에 관한 영상을 관람했다. 하지만 영어 자막이 전혀 없어 미군 장병들 입장에서는 상당히 답답했을 것 같았다. 박물관은 잘 꾸며져 있었다. 율곡 이이 선생이 생전에 집필한 서적에서부터 선생의 필적, 생가의 모형도 등 볼거리가 많았다.

어느덧 오후 4시가 넘고 장병들과 대학생들이 헤어져야 할 시간이 되었다. 어느덧 부쩍 친해진 그들은 서로 연락처를 교환하고 헤어짐을 아쉬워했다. 이제 초여름인데 마치 하늘은 노을이 지는 듯한 색을 뽐내고 있었다. 마치 하늘도 일행의 헤어짐을 아쉬워하는 것처럼.

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