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forest lIght underwayService members with 2nd Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment kick off Exercise

Forest Light with the Japanese Ground Self Defense Force.

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marIne corps forces japan 2007 combIned federal campaIgnhavIng a fIeld day

More than 850 service members with 3rd Marine Division compete in a variety of events during a field

meet on Camp Hansen.pg. 10

2006 contributions: $680,898.752007 contributions to date: $428,482.79

Percent contacted: 69.5%

Numbers current as of Nov. 9, 2007

a tour of dutIes

Stephen Thompson, the president of the Little Britches Rodeo Association, fires an M-4 carbine as Staff Sgt. Chris Brennan, the senior close-quarters battle instructor with III Marine Expeditionary Force’s Special Operations Training Group, looks on during the Marine Corps portion of the Joint Civilian Orientation Conference at Camp Hansen Nov. 10. SEE STORY ON PAGE 12. Photo by Lance Cpl. Kevin M. Knallay

Lance Cpl. Tyler J. Hlavacokinawa marine staff

CAMP HANSEN — To help deal with a rise in the number of service members deploying from Okinawa, more than 40 sailors from U.S. Naval Hospital Okinawa and 3rd Medical Battalion, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, attended an im-munization course conducted Nov. 6 by the Military Vaccine Agency on Camp Hansen to fine tune their inoculation skills.

Tara Reavey, a clinical education coordinator with the MVA and the course instructor, said her goal is to teach U.S. military medical person-nel how to administer, store and document vaccinations properly and safely as service members go about their unique missions overseas.

Most corpsmen here administer many types of vaccines to prevent illnesses ranging from Anthrax to Yellow Fever. Some of the illnesses are current threats in combat

see vaccIne pg 6

Lance Cpl. Bobby J. Yarbroughokinawa marine staff

CAMP FOSTER — In prepara-tion for a man-made or natural disaster, the Marine Corps, with assistance from the Army and Navy, tested the Okinawa Area Coordination Supporting Plan by evacuating 50 volunteers at the Camp Foster Community Center Nov. 7.

The non-combatant evacu-ation operation was the initial test of the island-wide evacua-tion plan, which could evacuate 35,000 to 50,000 people during a real disaster. The exercise simu-lated the steps people, living on Okinawa under the Status of Forces Agreement, would need to take during an evacuation to mainland Japan.

The NEO was also part of Exercise Keen Sword, a bilateral exercise designed to test the in-teroperability of US forces and Japanese Self Defense Force. Keen Sword includes US and Japanese forces from all services training at various locations throughout Japan.

As volunteers arrived at the Emergency Evacuation Center, Marines, soldiers and sailors processed them using the NEO Tracking System, a bar-code sys-tem designed to track and find evacuees during a disaster.

Officials outfitted each evac-uee with a NEO tracking band that contained the individu-als’ personal information. At each checkpoint during the evacuation process, evacuees

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Base officials test island-wide evacuation plan

Okinawa docs take stab at immunization course

Event allows civilians to take aim at Marine Corps life

Navy Petty Officer 3rd Class Joseph Ramirez, a corpsman with Combat Logistics Regiment 35, dips a needle into Small Pox vaccine a Nov. 6. Photo by Lance Cpl. Tyler J. Hlavac

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FORT PICKETT, Va. | Marines with 1st Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, conduct military operations in urban terrain training Oct. 1 during the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit’s Realistic Urban Training Exercise. Photo by Staff Sgt. Robert Piper

MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. Marines from 2nd Marine Special Operations Battalion and Marine Special Operations School step off the dock into the murky depths of Mile Hammock Bay Oct. 31 during dive operations training. Photo by Lance Cpl. Stephen C. Benson

BAHRAIN | Marines attached to 4th Platoon, 2nd Fleet Anti-terrorism Security Team, practice fast roping from a MH-60S Seahawk, assigned to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 28, during a crisis response exercise Nov. 5. Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Sandra M. Palumbo

YAKACHINA, AfghanistanA U.S. Marine and Afghan government officials board a UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter Oct. 21 from the rooftop of a house during operations in the region. Photo by Staff Sgt. Justin Holley

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Cmdr. Randal B. Craft

when we are confronted with difficult and sometimes traumatic situations, how do we respond? We all face adver-

sities or challenges. Our response is the key to effectively handling the tough times that come our way.

I would like to share a story which can provide some food for thought. Some sailors had gone fishing one morning off the coast of Oahu, Hawaii. They didn’t return as expected that evening, and people began to get con-cerned. They didn’t return the next day either, nor the next. They were finally discovered

by the Coast Guard on the third day.

I had some conversations with the men subsequent to their return and heard

about their experience. They spent most of their time at sea on top of their overturned fishing boat battling swells, waves, hunger, heat, cold, doubt and fear. How did they do it? Among other things, they encouraged each other; they emotionally sustained one another. They helped each other resist the temptation to give up. They had hope. They strived to keep positive attitudes and made use of various survival techniques. They also prayed. They were able to look adversity in the face and stare it down. Prayer definitely played a big role in their survival. The experi-ence of those sailors can be a strong example for us.

I recommend that we do the following six things, at a minimum, when responding to life’s difficulties. First, we should strive to

nurture a sense of hope. Expecting things to get better can help strengthen our soul. Hope can enable us to stay on top, to keep our heads above water.

Second, it can also be very helpful to develop and retain a positive attitude. The question, “Do we see the glass as half empty or half full?” comes to mind. The way we look at things can have a significant effect upon our ability to stay motivat-ed in the face of discouragement, doubt and fear.

Third, it’s important to try and resolve the particular set of circumstances at hand. That will probably require persistence and determination. It’s never easy to find solutions when all we can see are the symptoms or the results of the underlying problem.

Fourth, it’s always helpful to have confidence in oneself, in one’s ability to cope with and have dominion over life’s “curve balls.” Believing that we can pull through a difficult situation can give us the added strength we need to keep charging.

Fifth, search out assistance and support from subject-matter experts who may be able to assist with the particular situation. Not only can they provide insights we may not have thought about, but they can also provide encouragement when we may need it most. Family members, close friends, our chain of command, our chaplain, Personal and Family

Counseling, and other government or civilian support organizations stand ready to help.

The final recommendation is for those whose religious faith is an important part of

their lives. It is prayer and/or meditation in accord with one’s religious preference. Taking the time to pray or meditate each day may be the first thing that individuals of faith do when faced with adversity.

One who believes in God might begin in prayer by ac-knowledging God’s almighty presence and expressing grati-tude for God’s love, mercy and grace. He or she might also share his or her concerns with God and ask God’s blessings upon the particular situation. Prayer or meditation can help to build a strong spiritual founda-tion upon which we can live our lives.

When we’re faced with tough times in life, and when everything seems to go wrong that could go wrong, how do

we respond? Let’s remember those sailors in Hawaii and not give up. Let’s emulate their hope, positive attitudes, determination and confidence. We can look to others for support, and, if we have a religious faith, we can pray or meditate. We can face the tough times in life and win!

Craft is the director of Chaplain Religious Enrichment Development Operation (CREDO), Okinawa.

to submIt an opInIon or edItorIal, e-maIl us at okInawamarIne.mcbb.fct@usmc.mIl

Has “Semper Fidelis” always been the Marine Corps motto?

MARINE CORPS FACT CHECK

marine corps motto

No. According to the Marine Corps History Division, the Corps adopted “Semper Fidelis” as its official motto around 1883. “Fortitudine,” meaning “With Fortitude,” was the first motto, dating to the War of 1812. Later, “By Sea and Land,” a translation of the British Royal Marines’ “Per Mare, Per Terram,” was adopted, followed by “To the Shores of Tripoli,” which lasted until 1848 when the motto became “From the Halls of Montezuma to the Shores of Tripoli.”

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sempertoonsCreated by Gunnery Sgt. Charles Wolf

Chaplain’s Corner

when facing tough times, don’t give up

Believing that we can pull through

a difficult situation can

give us the added strength we need to keep

charging.

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holiday mailing datesFollowing are the suggested deadline dates

for sending letters and packages from military post offices on Okinawa to U.S. addresses to arrive before Christmas:

• Space available mail, Nov. 20 • Parcel Airlift mail, Nov. 25 • Priority mail, Dec. 11 • Letter and first class mail, Dec. 11 • Express mail, Dec. 18

Following are the suggested deadline dates for sending letters and packages from U.S. addresses to military post offices on Okinawa to arrive before Christmas:

• Space available mail, Nov. 27 • Parcel Airlift mail, Dec. 4 • Priority mail, Dec. 11 • Letter and first class mail, Dec. 11 • Express mail, Dec. 18

For more information, contact your camp’s post office.

navy-marine Corps relief soCietyThe Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society

office on Camp Hansen will have new hours of operation beginning Nov. 26: Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 8 to noon and Tuesday and Thursday from noon to 4 p.m. For more information, call 623-5043 or 645-7808.

marine Corps aviation assoCiation The Marine Corps Aviation Association

Joe Foss Squadron will hold a dinner Dec. 6 at the Butler Officers’ Club. Any active duty service members or civilians with an interest in Marine Corps Aviation are invited to attend. The guest speaker will be Lt. Gen. Stephen G. Wood, U.S. Air Force, Commanding General 7th Air Force. The cost is $23 per person. Dress is open collar casual. RSVP by Nov. 26 to 636-2177 or by e-mail at douglas.schueler@usmc.mil.

sCholarships for military Children Applications for the Defense Commissary

Agency’s 2008 Scholarships for Military Children Program are now available in com-missaries or online at http://www.commis-saries.com or http://www.militaryscholar.org. Applications must be submitted to a commissary by Feb. 20, 2008. At least one scholarship will be awarded at every commissary location with qualified ap-plicants.

thanksgiving dinner The Filipino American Association of

Okinawa will host a free Thanksgiving dinner for single service members and Department of Defense civilians Nov. 17 from 5-7 p.m. at the Lester Middle School cafete-ria. For more information, contact Marilyn Fugrad at marilyn.fugrad@usmc.mil.

okinawa laCrosse Club The Okinawa Lacrosse Club plays men’s

and women’s games each Sunday from noon to 2:30 p.m. on the multi-purpose fields next to Gunners Gym on Camp Foster. Anyone interested in playing is invited. Players new to the sport are also welcome.

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plan from pg 1were scanned to update their location.

During a real situation, the military can keep track of evac-uees until they reach their final destination, allowing families stateside to track the location of the evacuees through the Noncombatant Evacuation and Repatriation Database, Ham-ling said.

After the service members processed the evacuees, they transported them to the De-parture Processing Center at Marine Corps Air Station Futenma. From there, evacuees were flown to Miho Air Base on mainland Japan, boarded a Japanese cargo aircraft and then flew to Yokota Air Base, where they were hosted for two days before returning to Okinawa, Nov. 9.

vaccIne from pg 1zones and others, such as Typhoid Fever and Japanese Encephalitis, are unique for personnel deploying in the Pacific.

“Knowing how to properly give vaccinations is very important for us,” said Navy Petty Of-ficer 3rd Class Kishan Harripersad, a hospital corpsman with Combat Logistics Regiment 35, 3rd MLG. “On an average day we give around 30 to 40 vaccinations to various patients. Almost all of these vaccinations are for Marines about to go on deployments.”

During the course, the sailors learned every-thing from where on the body to properly inject a specific vaccine to how to deal with adverse reactions.

“There is a misconception that giving a vaccination is as easy as sticking in a needle,”

said Reavey. “There are a lot of things that can go wrong with a vaccination. If it is not stored properly, it can expire and become useless. If records are not kept properly, a patient could receive an injection they are allergic to or not receive a vaccination at all, leading to serious medical problems down the road.”

After classroom instruction, the corpsmen tested their new skills by administering Small Pox vaccinations to each other.

Harripersad said the skills he learned during the course will be a valuable asset that will help ease the process for administering vaccines to all service members whether they are deploying or not.

“There was a lot of great information pre-sented during the course,” he said. “It’s training like this that allows us to give our patients the medical care they deserve.”

Tammy Cochran (right), a military spouse, checks in at the Emergency Evacuation Center as an evacuee during a mock disaster evacuation exercise at Camp Foster Community Center Nov. 7. The exercise was conducted to test the Okinawa Area Coordination Supporting Plan by evacuating 50 volunteers to mainland Japan. Photo by Lance Cpl. Bobby J. Yarbrough

Lance Cpl. Daniel R. Toddokinawa marine staff

NAHA — Thirty-one volunteers with Combat Logistics Regi-ment 37, 3rd Marine Logistics Group joined with volunteers from an Okinawan college to teach elementary and junior high school students English and about Thanksgiving at a language fair at Gakugo Center in Naha Nov. 10.

The volunteers met with the students for four hours, teaching them about American culture and the English language by singing songs, playing games and holding individual sessions with the students.

“The language barrier made teaching them a little difficult, but everyone seemed to have fun,” said Lance Cpl. Elizabeth Newman, one of the coordina-tors for the event. “It was very rewarding and I really enjoyed teaching the children about my own culture, and I was surprised

how quickly they learned.”With about 40 volunteers be-

tween the service members and the college students there were enough to meet with each child individually, which helped the volunteers to bond with the children and give them a better lesson.

“Working with the children individually was awkward at first, but after creating the initial bond, teaching them was really easy. It was like teaching your little brother,” said Lance Cpl. Dustin S. Richard, a volunteer with CLR-37. “I had a blast work-ing with the children and I am definitely looking forward to doing it again.”

Col. Thomas Gorry, camp commander of Camp Kinser, made an appearance at the event to thank the volunteers. He said that it was a pleasure to see the Marines so engaged with the Okinawa students, and that the students seemed to have fun learning and play-

Marines, sailors teach Okinawan students

“The whole process went re-ally smooth,” said Lance Cpl. Brian A. Klean, a volunteer for the exercise. “It would be

interesting to see on a larger scale. If manned with enough (service members) I believe it would work pretty well.”

ing games.Sgt. Cody Perry, a coordina-

tor for the event, said it was the first time CLR-37 participated in the event, but they plan to con-tinue volunteering in an effort to foster good relations between American service members and Okinawans.

Lance Cpl. Dennis Martinez teaches an Okinawan student English during a language fair at the Gaguko Center Nov 10. Photo by Lance Cpl. Elizabeth Newman

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Lance Cpl. Kyle T. Ramirez31st marine expeditionary unit

NIHONBARA TRAIN-ING AREA, Japan — The Japanese Ground Self Defense Force’s 15t h Regiment, 14th Brigade, Japanese Middle Army formally welcomed more than 120 Marines and sai lors f rom 2nd Bat-talion, 1st Marine Regi-ment during an opening ceremony and evening dinner Nov. 11 to kick off Exercise Forest Light.

The exercise, sched-uled from Nov. 11-24, is a semi-annual bilateral training event aimed at fostering interoperability between U.S. and Japa-nese ground forces. Sec-ond Bn., 1st Marines is the 31st Marine Expedi-tionary Unit’s Battalion Landing Team.

The opening ceremony included words f rom Col. Hirofumi Hirotsuka, the 15th Regiment com-mander and Exercise Forest Light t ra ining director, and from Lt. Col. Francis L. Donovan, commanding officer of BLT 2/1.

“While we aspire to learn about equipment, tactics and procedures, we look forward to the friendship and camara-derie that has been the hallmark of this exercise for many years,” Dono-van said.

Donovan added that the training demonstrates

U.S. commitment to the defense of Japan against external aggression.

To help brea k t he ice and to celebrate the Marine Corps’ birthday, Marines and Japanese troops attended a din-ner at Camp Nihonbara within the Okayama Pre-fecture.

During the evening dinner ceremony, Hi-rotsuka said he is look-ing forward to working alongside the BLT.

“I feel confident in the support and training that our U.S. counter-part has to offer during this exercise,” Hirotsuka said. “The relationship between the U.S. and Japanese battalions is a kind one.”

Okayama Prefecture representatives and Japa-nese regimenta l sta f f members also attended the dinner and offered their support for the ex-ercise.

“I can see that this t ra ining wil l be very beneficial in enhancing our Japanese Ground Self Defense Force’s defensive skills,” said Hiroyuki Kuwayama, the mayor of nearby Tuyama City. “The Marine Corps is home to some of the fin-est and strongest war-riors in the world.”

During the dinner, Japanese soldiers per-formed a style of Japa-nese drumming called Tenrai Taiko.

Lance Cpl. Kyle T. Ramirez31st marine expeditionary unit

NIHONBARA TRAINING AREA, Japan — Rain and cold weather didn’t hinder Marines and Japanese sol-diers from increasing their combat effectiveness dur-ing Exercise Forest Light Nov. 12.

The Marines with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit’s Battalion Landing Team, 2nd Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment along with soldiers with the Japa-nese Ground Self Defense Force’s 15th Regiment, 14th Brigade, began the second day of the exercise conduct-ing familiarization classes.

Both units set up a dem-onstration of weaponry and equipment, allowing par-ticipants to become familiar with each item on display.

Lance Cpl. Ben D. Leavell, a scout sniper attached to the BLT’s Headquarters and Service Company, said he noticed a few differences between the Marine Corps M-40A1 sniper rifle and the Japanese M-24 sniper rif le, both of which are variations of the Remington Model 700.

“The most obvious differ-ence is in the scope,” said Leavell. “Their scope has a 10-times magnification whereas our scopes are vari-

JGSDF welcomes MEU Marines, sailors during opening ceremony

Forest Light units team up for weapons, field training

�1st meu kicks off exercise forest light

able from three to 12-times magnification. The barrel length is different too.”

Following the static dis-plays, the Marines and sol-diers familiarized them-selves with each others’ field practices, including squad formations and first aid procedures.

Japanese Leading Private Hiroto Tsuboi, a medic with the JGSDF 15th Regiment, demonstrated the Japanese method of “Shoubou fu hansou,” a technique of transporting wounded sol-diers that involves using the weight of the injured individual as leverage while lifting as opposed to lifting him from the sides.

Sgt. Mickey L. Jaramillo, 1st platoon guide for BLT’s G Company, said the method is easier on the back and doesn’t require as much

upper-body strength as a traditional fireman carry.

“When you and the casu-alty have on a full combat load, it makes it very dif-ficult to hoist him on you,” said Jaramillo. “This new method takes a lot of weight off your back and most like-ly allows traveling further distances to safety.”

The day-long training event proved to be benefi-cial to the Marines. Jara-millo said that it’s the small differences that make the training a good learning opportunity.

“Even though a lot of what we do is the same, we’ve learned a few tricks and methods that make sense out in the field,” Jaramillo said. “Hopefully, we’ll be able to teach each other more as the exercise goes on.”

Riflemen from the Japanese Ground Self Defense Force practice first aid procedures on a simulated injured soldier during a medical evacuation demonstration at the Nihonbara Training Area, Japan, Nov. 12. Marines with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit teamed up with JGSDF soldiers for the training during Exercise Forest Light. Photos by Lance Cpl. Kyle T. Ramirez

A Navy corpsman assists an injured Marine during a casualty simulation demonstration.

Lt. Col. Francis Donovan (right), commanding officer, 2nd Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, and the battalion’s sergeant major, Sgt. Maj. Sylvester Daniels, participate in Tenrai Taiko, a style of Japanese ensemble drumming during a welcoming ceremony to begin Exercise Forest Light. Photo by Staff Sgt. Marc Ayalin

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Lance Cpl. Daniel R. Toddokinawa marine staff

CAMP FOSTER — Eigh-teen children took the challenge of becoming a Young Marine more than 10 weeks ago, and on Nov. 10 they completed their training with a graduation ceremony at the Camp Fos-ter Theater and earned the right to bear the title.

The Young Marines pro-gram aims to positively impact America’s future by developing its members into responsible citizens who enjoy and promote a healthy, drug-free life-style.

“Over the last 10 weeks these Young Marines were taught many skills that will aid them in the rest of their life no matter what path they choose,” said Sgt. Maj. James E. Peterson, ser-geant major of Marine Air-

craft Group 36, and guest of honor for the graduation ceremony. “They learned about discipline, teamwork and leadership, and using what they learned will put them a step ahead of their peers.”

The recruits met with Young Marines program drill instructors on Satur-days for six-hour training sessions. During the ses-sions, the recruits prac-ticed Marine Corps drill and learned Marine Corps history, customs and cour-tesies. They also conducted physical training.

Hunter Miller was the platoon’s honor graduate, achieving a perfect score on his final examination and earning a meritorious promotion to private first class. Benjamin Jones also received a meritorious pro-motion to private first class after being nominated for

Young Marines learn life skills

Maj. Gen. Robert B. Neller, the 3rd Marine Division’s commanding general, presents the Bronze Star Medal to Lt. Col. Greg Branigan, the 3rd MarDiv assistant chief of staff for operations, for actions while serving as the brigade and battalion Military Transition Team chief for I Marine Expeditionary Force Headquarters Group from Jan. 24 to Dec. 18, 2006, in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Photo by Cpl. Juan D. Alfonso

(From right to left) Maj. Patrick R. Hittle and Lt. Col. Mark J. Menotti are recognized after receiving Bronze Star Medals Nov. 8 at the Palms, Camp Hansen. The Marines received their awards for their actions while leading 9th Engineer Support Battalion, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, from Aug 26, 2006, to March 14, 2007, in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Hittle is the executive officer of 9th ESB. Menotti is the commanding officer of 9th ESB. Photo by Cpl. Juan D. Alfonso

marines recognized with bronze star medals

After 10-week training session, recruits earn title of ‘Young Marine’

the Gung-Ho award, an honor given to the most motivated recruit in the platoon.

Parents of the gradu-ates agreed participating in the program is a great opportunity for children that benefits both them and parents.

Michael and Sara Miller said their son, Hunter, is more disciplined, respect-ful and orderly after going through the program.

“There is a whole lot less back talk, he does what we ask right away and says sir and ma’am more often,” the Millers’ said. “He was

honor graduate and we couldn’t be more proud. He worked really hard for (the tests), studying every night while keeping on top of his school work.”

The graduates will con-tinue to meet on Saturdays, participating in drill with other Young Marines.

Divonte Richardson awaits the start of the graduation ceremony for his Young Marines Recruit Platoon 3-07 Nov. 10 at the Camp Foster Theater. Richardson graduated with the platoon after completing a 10-week training course. During that period, the recruits met with their drill instructors every Saturday for six-hour training sessions. Photo by Lance Cpl. Daniel R. Todd

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Lance Cpl. Daniel R. Toddokinawa marine staff

Combat Logistics Regiment 37, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, held a uni-form pageant at Roberts Field on Camp

Kinser Nov. 9 to honor the sacrifices Marines have made during conflicts in every clime and place since the Marine Corps’ establish-ment.

Speaking of the past and future of the Marine Corps, Brig. Gen Peter J. Talleri, commanding general of 3rd Marine Logistics Group, addressed the crowd.

“As I look out at the future of the Marine Corps and listen to all the great things we heard about the Marines that came before us today, I know many in this crowd can and will accomplish great things like them,” said Talleri, to an audience of service members and other guests. “After 232 years we are still going strong, and we will still be standing here for at least another 232 years.”

Kubasaki High School’s Marine Corps Ju-nior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps students and Marines with several Okinawa commands wore the uniforms while marching to the cen-ter of the field one at a time as a narrator gave a brief history of the era of the uniform.

The pageant ended with six Marines reen-acting the flag-raising on Mount Suribachi during the battle of Iwo Jima.

Many of the Marines in attendance and those participating in the pageant agreed the pageant is an important part of Marine Corps’

Pfc. Ryan Wicksokinawa marine staff

Marine Air Control Group 18 personnel dashed into their annual Marine Corps Birth-

day Run Nov. 8 on Marine Corps Air Station Futenma.

Hundreds of Marines circled the

flightline while running more than six miles to the thunder of boots and cadences.

“The run was slow but fun,” said Lance Cpl. Stephanie N. Robbins, a Tactical Air Operation Center service operator for Marine Air Control Squadron 4. “Seeing every-one run together was motivating.”

The run gave the Marines a chance to meet others in their unit they seldom have a chance to see.

“I got a huge feeling of pride and belonging during the run,” said Lance Cpl. Timothy C. Banks, a TAOC service operator with MACS-4. “I see these guys at the chow hall often, but now I will

actually know who they are. It was really good to see the whole group come out; it really made it fun.”

After the run, the unit held a cake cutting ceremony in the Semper Fit gym. Songs such as the “Marines’ Hymn” and “The Star-Spangled Banner” were played during the ceremony.

Pageant celebrates Marine Corps history

MACG 18 circles flightline to commemorate Marine Corps birthday

birthday festivities. “It is important to look back at what the

Marines before us accomplished and how the Marine Corps became what it is today,” said

Lance Cpl. Leon Knight, a pay clerk with III Marine Expeditionary Force Disbursing Of-fice. “The pageant really showed us how rich of a history we have.”

Cadet Staff Sgt. Ramar West, a student with the Kubasaki High School Marine Corps Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps, displays the uniform worn by Marines during the Korean War era at a uniform pageant hosted by Combat Logistics Regiment 37, 3rd Marine Logistics Group at Robert’s Field on Camp Kinser Nov. 9. Photo by Lance Cpl. Daniel R. Todd

Pfc. Joshua L. Harzynski (left) and Sgt. Victor A. Lucio complete the 230th mile of the Ammunition Company, 3rd Supply Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 35, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, 232-mile Marine Corps Birthday Run Nov. 9 on Camp Schwab. Photo by Cpl. Juan D. Alfonso

Sgt. Maj. Robert C. Hollings, the 3rd Marine Division sergeant major, and Maj. Gen. Robert B. Neller (far right), the 3rd MarDiv commanding general, distribute Marine Corps Birthday meals of lobster, steak, crab legs and shrimp Nov. 8 at the Camp Courtney Mess Hall. Photo by Cpl. Juan D. Alfonso

on the run bIrthday dIsh

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Lance Cpl. Donald Mcbee (left), a combat engineer with Combat Assault Battalion, races to finish the obstacle course ahead of Lance Cpl. Rubon Hurta, a motor transport mechanic with the 12th Marine Regiment. The obstacle course race was one of many events during the 3rd Marine Division field meet Nov. 7. More than 850 service members from the division participated in the day-long competition. Photos by Lance Cpl. Tyler J. Hlavac

3rd Marine Division

units compete

in a dizzy izzy contest

during the division’s

field meet. In

addition to traditional

sporting events, the

Marines also competed

in obstacle courses, fireman

carries and humvee

push-and-pulls.

Combat Assault

Battalion, 3rd Marine

Division, struggles to out-pull the

division’s Headquarters

Battalion in a tug-of-war

contest.

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Lance Cpl. Tyler J. Hlavacokinawa marine staff

the day began with athletic events showcas-ing speed and skill, but a game of tug-of-war separated the winners from the losers

during 3rd Marine Division’s field meet Nov. 7 at the Camp Hansen parade field.

During the meet, more than 850 service mem-bers competed for score in such sporting events as softball, volleyball and football. Marines from Combat Assault Battalion walked away with the victory, defeating the Marines from Head-quarters Battalion in a tie-breaking tug-of-war contest.

In addition to traditional sporting events, the Marines also competed in obstacle courses, fire-man carries and humvee push-and-pulls. The scoring system allowed a maximum of six points to be earned for winning an event, while last place earned one point.

“This field meet was organized as both a way of celebrating the Marine Corps birthday and to foster unit pride and camaraderie among the Marines,” said Capt. Matt Foreman, the assistant air officer for 3rd MarDiv and the event organiz-er. “The field meet is also a great way for Ma-rines to show their competitive drive and spirit.”

Early contests were dominated by Marines with Headquarters Battalion, with Marines from CAB and 4th Marine Regiment nipping at their heels. The three units continued their struggle for first into the second-to-last event: the tug-of-war. The event concluded with 4th Marines fall-ing to third place with a score of 28 and leaving CAB trailing Headquarters Battalion by a score of 42-38.

Heading into the meet’s final event, the dizzy izzy, victory seemed like a sure bet for Head-quarters Battalion. But the unit took a damaging score of only two points, while CAB snatched first place resulting in a tie at 44 points.

A final tug-of-war contest between CAB and Headquarters Battalion was organized for a tie breaker, and CAB managed to out-pull Head-quarters Battalion and take the victory.

Lance Cpl. Tim Young, a combat engineer with CAB and a tug-of-war contestant, said their ability to work as a team was the key to victory.

�rd mardiv marines, sailors compete in hansen field meet

“I’d say the main reason we won is because of our unit cohesion and leadership,” he said. “This win proves that we train and work hard. Our leaders are always training us to be the best, and that’s what CAB is.”

While Headquarters Battalion wasn’t happy with the last-minute loss, they were satisfied with their performance during the meet.

“We expected to do pretty well at the meet,” said Pfc. David Akers, a refrigeration mechanic with Headquarters Battalion. “We had great teamwork and motivation out there. Even though we are not a field-based unit, we had some of the biggest guys out there, and that’s what got us a second place win.”

Lance Cpl. Donald Mcbee (left), a combat engineer with Combat Assault Battalion, races to finish the obstacle course ahead of Lance Cpl. Rubon Hurta, a motor transport mechanic with the 12th Marine Regiment. The obstacle course race was one of many events during the 3rd Marine Division field meet Nov. 7. More than 850 service members from the division participated in the day-long competition. Photos by Lance Cpl. Tyler J. Hlavac

Lance Cpl. Matthew Watling, a fire-direction controller with 12th Marine Regiment, leaps onto a hurdle during an obstacle course race.

Lance Cpl. Justin Thompson, a legal and awards clerk with Headquarters Battalion, carries Lance Cpl. Jay An, a fiscal admin clerk with the battalion, during the fireman carry contest.

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12 Okinawa Marine | feature | November 16, 2007

Lance Cpl. Kevin M. Knallayokinawa marine staff

Just as Elizabeth Milias took her first step off the edge of the rappel tower on Camp

Hansen Nov. 10, she slipped and dangled by a rope 60 feet above the ground. Despite the poten-tial hazards, she couldn’t help but crack a smile knowing at the other end of the rope a Marine was ensuring her safety.

Milias, the special assistant to the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Public Affairs, was one of the Department of Defense hosts for 43 stateside community leaders participating in the Joint Civilian Orientation Conference, a pro-gram sponsored by the Secretary of Defense for America’s civilian leaders interested in expanding their knowledge of the military and national defense.

It was only the second trip to

the Pacific since the program’s inception in 1948. This year’s conference began in Hawaii and continued with stops in Guam and the Philippines to observe other military operations and exercises before stopping in Okinawa.

At Camp Hansen’s Range 16, the group fired M-4 carbines and M-1911A1 .45 caliber pistols after some coaching by Marines of III Marine Expeditionary Force’s Special Operations Training Group. The Marines demonstrat-ed to the spectators what years of experience will yield with lessons in combat marksmanship and close-quarters battle.

“All of us were incredibly impressed by the Marines,” said Gregory Webb, editor of the Glo-balSecurity newswire. “They are all sharp and motivated. The in-structors here obviously know the tools they use intimately; there

is no doubt we were being taught (how to shoot) by the best.”

The instructors also enjoyed the interaction with the eager participants.

“The (participants) all seemed very interested,” said Staff Sgt. Chris Brennan, the senior close quarters battle instructor with SOTG. “It was funny to watch them shoot. Every time they got a headshot, a smile would come up on their face. I’m glad they were excited to come out and have fun.”

The SOTG Marines also dem-onstrated training that goes on at the camp’s rappel tower. Most of the participants had the chance to rappel down the tower as well as from the “hell hole,” an open-ing at the top of the tower simu-lating the opening in the belly of a CH-53 helicopter.

Participants also visited the Indoor Simulated Marksman-

ship Trainer to see first-hand how the Marine Corps has fused technology with training. After a brief explanation and demonstra-tion of the ISMT, the conference members fired M-9 pistols, M-4 carbines and M-16A4 service rifles inside the trainer. The “video game” also put a smile on many of the faces behind the weapons.

“There was one guy shooting the pistol and the next person in line said, ‘Hey it’s my turn,’ and the other one said with a big smile on his face, ‘No, get back,’ then reloaded and started shoot-ing again,” said Chief Warrant Officer Mark Clark, the officer in charge of Marine Corps Base Camp Butler range control. “They really seemed to enjoy it.”

The Okinawa portion of the conference ended with a short cake-cutting ceremony to observe the Marine Corps’ birthday at

Camp Hansen Marines offer military insight to civilian group

Learning the ropesMarines from III Marine Expeditionary Force’s Special Operations Training Group demonstrate rappelling techniques during the Marine Corps portion of the Joint Civilian Orientation Conference on Camp Hansen Nov. 10. Photo by Lance Cpl. Kevin M. Knallay

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the 12th Marines Dining Facil-ity, where the JCOC members presented the Marines with an “America Supports You” banner that was signed by all the partici-pants.

“I’ve been looking forward to being with Marines, especially on your birthday,” said Judge Pamela Iles of the Orange County Superior Court in California. “I was thrilled to see how hard you work. We are honored by your service, courage and strength.”

Dave Evans, the acting direc-tor of Department of Defense Community Relations and Public Liaison, said events here contrib-

uted greatly to the success of this year’s conference.

“This is the most successful (conference) we’ve had,” Evans said. “There has been such a posi-tive effect on everyone’s opinion and attitude. (All the feedback) we get from the participants is so genuine. They act like a bunch of kids at Disney World. They don’t want to leave or stop talking to the Marines until I’m standing next to them saying ‘we have to go.’”

From Okinawa, the group trav-eled to Iwo Jima and then to the point of origin, Hawaii, Nov. 11 to conclude the conference.

Elizabeth Milias, special assistant to the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Public Affairs, slips momentarily on the rappel tower at Camp Hansen. Milias was a Department of Defense host accompanying 43 stateside community leaders participating in the Joint Civilian Orientation Conference. Photo by Lance Cpl. David Rogers

A Marine stabilizes a JCOC participant on the rappel tower. Photo by Lance Cpl. David Rogers

Chief Warrant Officer Mark

Clark, the officer in charge of Marine Corps

Base Camp Butler range

control, displays some of the

weapons used in the Indoor

Simulated Marksmanship

Trainer to participants of

the conference. Photo by Lance Cpl.

Kevin M. Knallay

Tony May, the senior vice president of Triad Strategies, sights in on a target with a M-16A4 service rifle at the Indoor Simulated Marksmanship Trainer during the conference. Photo by Lance Cpl. Kevin M. Knallay

14 Okinawa Marine | feature | November 16, 2007

Pfc. Ryan Wicksokinawa marine staff

The history of Veterans Day dates back to the end of World War I when, on the

11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month of 1919, former Presi-dent Woodrow Wilson declared the day a national holiday to honor veterans — Armistice Day.

On June 1, 1954, former President Dwight D. Eisenhower changed the name from Armistice Day to Veterans Day to acknowl-edge all U.S. service members who fought for or who currently fight for freedom.

Some may acknowledge it because they are, or were, in the military while others may value it because they have family in the military. Some may just have a certain respect for what the day stands for.

Oklahoma Supreme Court Justice Marian P. Opala, a Polish immigrant and volunteer adjunct professor at the University of Oklahoma Law School, appreci-ates Veterans Day for what U.S.

forces did for him during World War II, and he repays his gratitude by giving back to troops stateside and here in Okinawa.

Opala demonstrated this ap-preciation recently when he taught a course in the Constitution and human rights to service members and other Status of Forces Agree-ment personnel, which was part of OU’s graduate-level programs at the Kadena Education Center.

“I am very gratified to be able to assist at this stage of my life and to contribute to the education of the armed forces,” said Opala.

Opala was in the Polish army, also known as the Polish Under-ground, during World War II. After being captured by the Nazis, he spent the last six months of the war as a prisoner of war in Sudeten-land, Germany, before his captors abandoned their post and fled.

“I was hidden in a haystack because I was afraid to come out, not knowing for sure that the Germans had already withdrawn from that region and allied forces had advanced,” Opala said. “I came out of the haystack after I

had heard people shouting at each other in English, which told me that I was safe. I was then liberated by the American forces.”

Thanks to Opala’s liberation, he was afforded the opportunity to come to the U.S. as an immigrant. Opala earned his citizenship and eventually became an Oklahoma Su-preme Court justice in 1978.

Opala said he always feels a great sense of pride when Veterans Day rolls around.

“I’m proud to be an American, and I am proud of my generation of Americans who sacrificed a lot dur-ing World War II to achieve allied victory.”

Others have their own reasons for paying tribute during Veterans

Day.“My dad was

in the Navy and every time he was away from home on Veterans Day I felt like I had to support him in some way,” said Lance Cpl. Patrick A. Curtis, a mili-tary policeman with the Provost Marshal’s Office on Camp Foster.

Now that he is serving in the armed forces, he appreciates the people who sup-port him.

“I start thinking of my family back home and how they supported my decision to enlist,” he said. “Now,

at Veteran’s Day, I know they are back at home thinking of me.”

Veterans Day a time to honor those who have servedPaying TribuTeOklahoma Supreme Court Justice Marion P. Opala, and adjunct professor at the University of Oklahoma Law School, speaks to service members and civilians at the Kadena Education Center Nov. 9 during a Constitution and human rights course. Photo by Pfc. Ryan Wicks

“I’m proud to be an American,

and I am proud of my generation

of Americans who sacrificed a lot during World Was II to achieve

allied victory.”— Marian P. Opala

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Lance Cpl. Corey A. Blodgettokinawa marine staff

It came down to 3rd Medical Battalion’s final shot of a shootout

with FC Corona during the open 6-on-6 soccer tournament champion-ship game to determine the winner on Camp Kinser, Nov. 10.

After being knocked to the losers’ bracket during their first match against Corona with a score of 3-0, 3rd MED fought hard to keep themselves in the tournament and reached the finals without losing another game, including a semi-final game against Corona.

During the shootout, the first shooters for each squad netted the only goals, leaving 3rd MED’s last man, Arturo Torres, with the results of the entire tournament on his shoulders.

Torres set up for his shot, drew back and launched the ball toward

the top-right corner of the goal. Corona’s goalie dove, but as he fell with his arms outstretched, he could only watch as the ball curved into the net.

“Corona is a very strong team and has always been a force to be reckoned with,” said Kishan Harripersad, 3rd MED’s head coach. “But our last goal … it was beautiful.”

In the semi-final game, Corona took an early 1-0 lead with a solid run to the goal within the first few minutes. 3rd MED answered with a run of their own and tied the game early in the first half.

The score remained tied until late in the sec-ond when 3rd MED had a stroke of luck. A cor-ner kick bounced off the thigh of a Corona defend-er and into the goal.

Corona got a shot at redemption with a pen-alty kick towards the end of the second half, but

botched that as well, seal-ing their fate with a final score of 2-1.

3rd MED looked to seal the title when they opened the championship game with a quick goal, but Corona answered with a score of their own later in the first half to tie the game at 1-1.

Corona scored another goal early in the second half and struggled to maintain their lead but fell short when 3rd MED scored after a hard throw-in close to the goal.

The teams remained tied at 2-2 throughout the rest of the game, leading to the tense shootout.

“We came together and played a disciplined game. We played with great team spirit, commit-ment and a lot of heart,” Harripersad said. “The deciding factor of both games today was who wanted it the most; who had the heart. And my guys definitely had the heart.”

shootout goal lifts �rd medFred Nti, a forward with 3rd Medical Battalion, fights past Erik Campos of FC Corona to take a shot during a 6-on-6 soccer tournament Nov. 10 on Camp Kinser. Third Medical Battalion defeated FC Corona in the championship game, 3-2, in a shootout. Photos by Lance Cpl. Corey A. Blodgett

Third Medical Battalion’s team members celebrate their win over FC Corona in the tournament championship game.

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NOVEMBER 18 | TRIP TO ExPO PARK• Visit one of the world’s largest aquariums at Expo Park in Nago. The park features a dolphin show, a manatee house, various types of sea life and a shark museum. • Aquarium entrance fee is ¥1,800. Bring at least ¥5,000 for entrance fees, food and personal purchases.

• Depart Camp Courtney at 10 a.m., Camp Hansen at 10:45 a.m. and Camp Schwab at 11:15 a.m.

NOVEMBER 23 | CHRISTMAS SHOPPING IN NAHA• Spend the day cruising Kokusai Street and shopping for family and friends back home. Bring yen for snacks, lunch and personal purchases.

• Depart Camp Schwab at 7:30 a.m., Camp Hansen at 8 a.m., Camp Courtney at 8:30 a.m., Camp Foster at 8:30 a.m., MCAS Futenma at 9 a.m. and Camp Kinser at 9:30 a.m. • The bus will depart Kokusai Street at 3 p.m.

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