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Volume 04, Issue 4
November 23, 2012
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Osan’s Exchange
celebrates Brand Opening
Leaders from the 51st Fighter Wing and the Army and Air Force Exchange Service cut the ribbon during the opening of the newly rebranded Exchange Nov. 16, 2012, at Osan Air
Base, Republic of Korea. Osan is the first base in Pacific Air Forces to receive the upgrade. (U.S. Air Force photos/Tech. Sgt. Raymond Mills)
By Airman 1st Class
Alexis Siekert
51st Fighter Wing Public Affairs
OSAN AIR BASE, Republic of
Korea -- The Osan Exchange opened
its doors after completing six months of
upgrades and renovations Nov. 16, 2012.
The upgrades include a new floor
plan to offer more room for products,
and putting in a new Chinese restaurant
to the food court.
“Everything we’ve done to the Exchange has been to serve you because
you serve,” said Steve Pena, Osan and
Camp Humphreys Exchange general
manager during an Exchange preview a
day before the opening.
The Brand Opening included door
prizes and giveaways all day. Tickets
were drawn for customers to win prizes
to include TVs, a blu-ray player and other
electronics, and sales were available in
all departments. Performances by Korean rap stars, Tasha Reid, or Yoon Mirae,
and Tiger J.K., or Drunken Tiger, and a
Korean folk dancing team entertained
the crowds.
Plans for the rebranding started May
14, 2012, with the construction starting
soon after. The grand opening wasn’t
scheduled until the end of November, but
opened a few weeks early.
“The Exchange never closed during
the entire rebranding process,” said Lt.
Col. Kristin McCoy, Exchange’s Pacific
Region commander. “Employees came
in early and left late to get everything
done on time. We hope everyone enjoys
the upgrades.”
The reorganized Exchange is broken
down into three sections: Style, Life and
Home. The new design now makes it
easier to shop, explained Qiana Lenard,
Exchange regional brand manager for the
Pacific. A reoccurring theme through the
store is “one-stop shop.”
“This is really a beautiful store,” said
Gregory Porter, Exchange Pacific region
facility and project assistant manager.
“We are ahead of the power curve with
our upscale look. Our Exchange is leading the way in industry standard for other state-side retail outlets.”
Osan is the first base in Pacific Air
Forces to receive the upgrade. Tinker
Air Force Base was the first base in the
Air Force to receive the upgrade in 2010.
Plans have been made to rebrand all Exchanges world-wide.
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Wolf Pack
staff sergeant
earns STEP
promotion
Wolf Pack
adds new GBS
to exercise
arsenal
Christmas Tree
Lighting Ceremony
Nov. 26, 2012
at 5 p.m.
at the Base Theater
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COMMENTARY
For this, we can be truly thankful
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8th Fighter Wing
Commander
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Capt. Sheila Johnston
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By Chaplain (Capt.) Robert Schobert
8th Fighter Wing deputy wing chaplain
KUNSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea -- The Pilgrims
landed in the New World in the winter of 1621. We celebrate
their arrival in our history classes and their survival at our
Thanksgiving tables every year.
But how often do we consider their struggle to survive and
their faith that saw them through? Of the 109 that landed that
day, almost half were dead before the next fall. In fact, only five
wives had survived that first year. Harsh cold winter, starvation, Indian raids and sickness had taken its toll on these people.
They had no food, except for what they could catch or grow.
They had no clothes except the few they brought. They had no
homes except those they could build themselves. They had no
transportation except their own legs. They had no automatic
deposits in their retirement accounts, no clothing allowance to
ensure they never went naked and no housing allowance to pay
the rent.
They had no dining facility, no bowling alley, no Exchange
and no commissary. They had no money to buy life’s necessities and nowhere to spend it if they had. Every day was a challenge and a struggle just to survive.
Yet, the following proclamation was made by Governor
William Bradford in 1623, two years after the Pilgrims settled
at Plymouth;
To all ye Pilgrims,
Inasmuch as the great father has given us this
year an abundant harvest of Indian corn, wheat, peas,
squashes and garden vegetables, and has made the
The pain of isolation
By Capt. Sheila N. Johnston
8th Fighter Wing Public Affairs
KUNSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea -- Most people
don’t know me as the daughter of a man who committed suicide
-- but I am. I have spent the last 18 years and 11 months dodging an often-used statistic which condemns me to follow in his
footsteps.
According to an April 2010 New York Times article, children whose parents commit suicide are twice as likely to kill
themselves. Whether this is widely applicable or not, it is used
to generalize survivors affected by suicide.
Additionally, a June article from The Huffington Post reported military suicides averaged one per day (154 suicides in
155 days) to that point and were 50-percent higher than directcombat deaths since January. Still, in some military circles,
discussion of suicide is limited to chaplains, mental-health officials or small groups on designated wingman or resiliency
days. These are not the only places talking about suicide prevention is appropriate.
Personally, last year was the first time I spoke about my
dad’s story with fellow servicemembers publicly. As the assistant director of operations for a squadron that deployed short
notice worldwide, I could see how the story of one combat veteran--my dad--related to the diverse missions we supported.
When I shared this with my squadron, my goal was to point
out that what we do as military members is abnormal by most
standards, so it’s vital we don’t isolate ourselves as a result.
Nov. 17 will mark 19 years I’ve been without my dad, and
ironically, it is also the 14th annual International Survivors of
Suicide Day, which targets family members affected by suicides. In my personal experience, I’d like to say there were no
warning signs or that I could’ve recognized them and fixed the
problems, even as a 12-year-old girl. But, that’s not realistic.
There were signs. I just didn’t know how to recognize them.
Suicide’s warning signs don’t always follow the stereotypical “darkness.” My dad had many great years after his military
service, but he didn’t have the benefit of support from others-an organic network of fellow servicemembers, a supportive
public, or practitioners familiar with military stresses--to pull
him through the not-so-good times. Combine that isolation with
a host of self-medicating vices, and now from a more-informed
November 23, 2012
forests to abound with game and the sea with fish
and clams, and inasmuch as he has protected us
from the raids of the savages, has spared us from
pestilence and disease, has granted us freedom to
worship God according to the dictates of our own
conscience; now I, your magistrate, do proclaim that
all ye Pilgrims, with your wives and ye little ones,
do gather at ye meeting house, on ye hill, between
the hours of 9 and 12 in the day time, on Thursday
November ye 29th of the year of our Lord one thousand six hundred and twenty three, and the third year
since ye Pilgrims landed on ye Plymouth rock, there
to listen to ye pastor and render thanksgiving to ye
Almighty God for all His blessings.
Did you catch what he said? They were to gather for three
hours to express to God their thankfulness. In the present circumstances, it was their faith in God that made them truly a
grateful people.
Are you a grateful person? Thanksgiving is coming. It’s
the one day in which we, like those early Pilgrims, set aside
time to give thanks to God. The Bible says that we are to “be
joyful always; pray continually; and give thanks in all circumstances.”
During this assignment, your circumstances are certainly
not ideal. You’re being tested. Your strength and endurance are
challenged every day. But you know what? You’re doing it. You
are stronger than you thought you were. You are more capable
than you imagined. You are meeting the challenges head-on.
We all are.
And for this, we can be truly thankful.
perspective, I can see the recipe for disaster revealing itself.
There is no question that our military has improved mentalhealth services and developed new resources for servicemembers and their families since my dad’s era.
However, since we are subjected to abnormal situations, we
must make it our responsibility to use what has been given to
us in order to balance that stress. Suicide is not an easy topic
to tackle with anyone, but when family members or co-workers isolate themselves, this is a message anyone can intercept.
While some military members still see discussing suicide prevention as taboo, it shouldn’t be. The simple act of asking, “Are
you ok?” lets your wingman know you see something is amiss,
and it gives you both a chance to work through the next steps.
It’s easy to say suicide is “selfish,” but it isn’t as easy for an
isolated person to see what their suicide might actually cost.
Highlighting that cost is where we can personally affect those
around us. I have graduated, married, promoted and passed numerous milestones without the opportunity to celebrate these
things with my dad at my side. I’ve also met many trials in life
without a chance to ask his advice or gain his perspective.
Regardless of the outcome, my dad gave me an opportunity
to share his story and struggle with others in my military family and hopefully prevent the loss of another of those family
members to suicide.
--There are many resources at our disposal whether it is for
a friend in need or guidance for ourselves. Contact your base
chaplain, a mental-health provider or a military and family
life consultant (MFLC) with questions about a situation or location specific to you.
To make an appointment with any of the following offices
at Kunsan, contact:
Mental Health (Bldg. 302) DSN 782-4841
Military Family Life Consultant (Bldg. 755) DSN 782-5644
Health and Wellness Center (Bldg. 1055) 782-4305
Chapel (Bldg. 501) 782-4300
For those wishing to speak to someone after duty hours,
contact the command post at DSN 782-6000, and ask to be
connected with a mental-health professional or chaplain. For
those wishing to contact their local MFLC, call the Airmen
and Family Readiness Center or a First Sergeant. On Kunsan,
Airmen can call DSN 782-2297 or cell phone 010-4966-7317.
commentary
November 23, 2012
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Veterans Day Commentary
By Gen. “Hawk” Carlisle
Pacific Air Forces commander
JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM
-- The eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month marks a monumental time in the history of
mankind. On that day, November 11, 1918, an armistice
went into effect between the Allied Forces and Germany, effectively marking an end of hostilities in the First
World War.
President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed November
11, 1919, as the first commemoration of Armistice Day
by stating, “To us in America, the reflections of Armistice Day will be filled with solemn pride in the heroism of those who died in the country’s service and with
gratitude for the victory...”
In 1938, Armistice Day became a federal holiday
giving all Americans the opportunity to honor veterans
of WWI and to perpetuate world peace.
Though the day was founded to honor veterans of
World War I, more than 400,000 American Service
members soon gave their lives in World War II. And,
following the war in Korea, veteran’s organizations
urged the 83rd Congress to replace the word “Armistice” with the word “Veterans.” With this change, No-
vember 11th became a day to honor American veterans of all wars, past and present.
This Veterans Day, I ask all Airmen and their
families to take a moment and remember those who
have served in our nation’s wars and keep those
who continue to serve in your thoughts. Our service
members stand continuous watch, safeguarding this
nation, often paying the highest price in defense of
freedom. We cannot honor them enough.
Maintaining peace and stability requires commitment, dedication, and discipline. Our Pacific
Airmen are separated from family and friends by
thousands of miles of ocean, and yet, execute their
mission superbly. During the past year, our Airmen
have conducted a wide range of operations, from
flood relief to strategic deployments. They have provided humanitarian assistance to numerous partners
and allies throughout the Pacific region, and they’ve
taken care of fellow Americans when called upon.
I could not be more proud of the dedication and
personal sacrifice PACAF Airmen exhibit each and
every day, and I am proud to be able to stand beside
you this Veterans Day as a fellow Pacific Airman
and American veteran.
Osan Air Base UCMJ Disciplinary Actions
23 October – 6 November 2012
NONJUDICIAL PUNISHMENT
NONJUDICIAL PUNISHMENT
Rank
Offense Description
Punishment Imposed
A1C
Violated: Art. 86 Failure to go X3
 Reduction to Amn
 Reprimand
SrA
Violated: Art 92 Violate other general order (Curfew)
 30 days extra duty
 Reprimand
NONJUDICIAL PUNISHMENT
SPECIAL COURTS-MARTIAL
Rank
Offense Description
Punishment Imposed
A1C
Violated: Art. 86 Failure to go X3
 Reduction to Amn
 Reprimand
SrA
Violated: Art 92 Violate other general order (Curfew)
 30 days extra duty
 Reprimand
This week’s featured Airman was already on his way out of the Air Force. This apparently gave him the impression
that he could get away with anything. He was wrong; he ended up with 10 charges on his charge sheet. He decided
that he didn’t need to show up to work on time, was disrespectful to a superior noncommissioned officer, thought
that he could use his GTC as a personal credit card, and didn’t have to pay that credit card and also called his first
sergeant, a variety of inappropriate names. This airman made all the wrong decisions. It was obvious he wanted
out of the Air Force but his actions bought him some additional time in, in the slammer that is. He was sentenced to
the maximum amount of jail time that a summary courts-martial can adjudge, 30 days. He will have plenty of time to
contemplate his bad decision making – behind bars. Our article this week will
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NEWS
C R I M S O N S K Y November 23, 2012
Osan’s 36th FS puts positive mark on Singapore partnership
Capt. Tyler Smith, 36th Fighter Squadron pilot, shows U.S. Ambassador to Singapore David Adelman an F-16
Fighting Falcon flight display and instrumentation before flying during a combat training sortie at Paya Lebar
Air Base, Oct. 19, 2012. The 36th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron deployed 77 members in support of the Joint
Chiefs of Staff- directed exercise Commando Sling in October 2012 to sharpen air combat skills through combined air combat training with the Republic Singapore Air Force. (Courtesy photo)
By Lt. Col. Jason Cockrum
36th Fighter Squadron
PAYA LEBAR AIR BASE, Republic of Singapore -- The 36th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron deployed 77
members in support of the Joint Chiefs
of Staff directed exercise Commando
Sling in October 2012.
The “Fiends” sharpened their air
combat skills through combined air
combat training with the Republic of
Singapore Air Force, explained Capt.
Tyler Smith, deployment project officer.
“The exercise enables U.S. Air Force
fighter squadrons to sharpen air combat
skills, improve procedures for sustained
operations at non-U.S. bases, and pro-
mote closer relations between United
States and Republic of Singapore Airmen,” he said. “The annual Commando
Sling series began in 1990 to provide
valuable combined air combat training
for U.S. Air Force and Republic of Singapore Air Force fighter units.”
Aside from training and raising
more than $9,000 for the visually handicapped during the country’s White
Cane Day, an annual international event
honoring the spirit of those who are
blind or have limited vision, the Fiends
provided U.S. Ambassador David Adelman with a combat training sortie in the
back seat of the F-16 Fighting Falcon to
provide a better understanding of U.S.
Air Force capabilities to the U.S. State
Capt. Tyler Smith, 36th Fighter Squadron pilot, prepares to fly
U.S. Ambassador to Singapore David Adelman in an F-16 Fighting
Falcon at Paya Lebar Air Base, Oct. 19, 2012. The flight provided
Adelman a better understanding of U.S. Air Force capabilities
during Team Osan’s were deployed to Singapore for Operation
Commando Sling 2012. (Courtesy photo)
Department.
The Ambassador was able to see how
the U.S. Air Force operates on and offduty for the visit, and the 36th EFS made
a lasting impression for the Ambassador.
“Of all the things I have been able
to do as a U.S. Ambassador, this flight
is one that I will remember and cherish
forever,” he said.
Adelman was also able to spend two
days with the “Fiends” gaining experience on what it takes to maintain and
operate fighter aircraft. In addition to
life support, egress training, and mission briefings, the Ambassador was able
to spend time with 36th EFS Airmen to
provide a view into his firsthand experience regarding international relations,
and in explaining the U.S. State Department’s mission in the Pacific Region.
“The 36th Fighter Squadron has
made a positive mark on Singapore that
will last well beyond their time here.
Singapore is a small nation and what the
36th [EFS] did during White Cane Day
will be felt and echoed for many months
as relatives and friends describe their
efforts over and over.”
“My thanks go to the great men and
women of the 36th FS for their extraordinary efforts during their time in Singapore,” Adelman said. “The Fiends are
a world class organization made up of
the finest America has to offer and it
made me proud to see these Airmen in
action.”
Cody named next Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force
WASHINGTON (AFNS) -- Air Force Chief of
Staff Gen. Mark A. Welsh III has named Chief Master
Sgt. James A. Cody to serve as the 17th chief master
sergeant of the Air Force.
Cody will assume his new position on Feb. 1, following the Jan. 31 retirement of current Chief Master Sgt.
of the Air Force James Roy. Roy’s retirement will culminate more than 30 years of service to the Air Force.
“Chief Roy and his wife, Paula, have been a blessing for our Air Force, Welsh said. They have worked
tirelessly for the past three-plus years as phenomenal
advocates for our Airmen and families. Betty and I wish
them all the best as they prepare for the next chapter in
their lives.”
“The quality and professionalism of our enlisted
force is unrivaled due in great part to the remarkable
commitment and dedication of Chief Roy and Paula to
take care of Airmen and their families,” said Secretary
of the Air Force Michael Donley. “The Air Force must
continue to develop the quality Airmen the service
needs and we look forward to the experience that Chief
Cody and his wife, Athena, herself a retired chief master sergeant, will bring to this effort.”
Cody, who joined the Air Force in 1984, is currently
the command chief master sergeant for Air Education
and Training Command. His career includes
various assignments in air traffic control
and as the command chief master sergeant,
15th Expeditionary Mobility Task Force,
Travis Air Force Base, Calif.; 6th Air Mobility Wing, MacDill Air Force Base, Fla.;
and 18th Air Force, Scott Air Force Base,
Ill.
“We are excited to welcome Chief Cody
and Athena to the team as they take the baton from the Roys,” Welsh said. “The next
few years will be filled with many opportunities and challenges and our Air Force will
greatly benefit from the leadership, experience and wisdom they bring.”
“Chief Cody will do a fantastic job of
representing the enlisted force,” said Roy. “I
have every confidence that he and Athena
are prepared to handle the challenges that
face our Airmen and their families in the
years to come.”
The office of the chief master sergeant of the Air
Force represents the highest enlisted level of leadership,
provides direction for the enlisted corps and represents
their interests to the American public and all levels of
(U.S. Air Force graphic/Sylvia Saab)
government. The CMSAF serves as a personal advisor
to the Air Force Chief of Staff and Secretary of the Air
Force on all issues regarding the welfare, readiness,
proper utilization, and progress of the enlisted force and
their families.
November 23, 2012
NEWS
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Wolf Pack staff sergeant earns STEP promotion
Above: Staff Sgt. Adam Crown, 8th Operations Support Squadron, receives a surprise promotion under the
Stripes for Exceptional Performers program from Col. John W. Pearse, 8th Fighter Wing commander, left,
and Lt. Col. Samantha Weeks, 8th OSS commander, at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Nov. 15, 2012.
Crown was selected to be promoted to technical sergeant because of his outstanding performance during
his time at the Wolf Pack. He received notification while waiting for his military airlift to his next duty station.
(U.S. Air Force photos/Senior Airman Brigitte N. Brantley)
Above: Staff Sgt. Adam Crown, right, 8th Operations Support Squadron, receives congratulations from Chief Master Sgt. Daniel Stein, 8th
Operations Group superintendent, after receiving a surprise promotion under the Stripes for Exceptional Performers program Nov. 15,
2012, at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea. Under the STEP program, Airmen are immediately promoted to the next rank for clearly
exceptional circumstances. He received notification while waiting for
his military airlift to his next duty station.
8th Fighter Wing Public Affairs
KUNSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea -- Staff Sgt. Adam
Crown, 8th Operations Support Squadron watch supervisor, tower, was surprised Nov. 15 with technical sergeant stripes as he was
waiting to board the plane to his next base.
He earned these stripes under the Stripes for Exceptional Performers program. The Air Force gave out about 300 stripes this
year to Airmen who performed exceptionally.
Left: Master Sgt. Jessie Green, 8th Operations Support Squadron,
congratulates Staff Sgt. Adam Crown, 8th OSS, for being promoted
to technical sergeant under the Stripes for Exceptional Performers
program, Nov. 15, 2012, at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea. Each
year, about 300 Airmen are selected under the selective program to
be immediately promoted for their exceptional performance. He received notification while waiting for his military airlift to his next duty
station.
Native Americans receive highest medal in Korean War
Department of Defense
MOODY AIR FORCE BASE, Ga. -- Native
American Heritage Month is celebrated every November as a way to pay tribute to the rich ancestry and traditions of Native Americans.
The warrior tradition of overpowering the enemy
and facing death head-on accurately describes the heroic actions of the three Native Americans awarded
the Medal of Honor during the Korean War. These two
soldiers and one officer faced the enemy bravely and
through their heroism saved the lives of their fellow servicemen.
Cpl. Mitchell Red Cloud Jr.
“The son of a Winnebago chief and warriors who
believe that when a man goes into battle, he expects to
kill or be killed, and if he dies, he will live forever.”
These are the words inscribed on the monument erected
in Black River Falls, Wis., and dedicated to the memory
of Korean War hero Cpl. Mitchell Red Cloud Jr., the
first Winnebago to be awarded the Medal of Honor.
Red Cloud, a member of Company E, 19th Infantry Regiment, 24th Infantry Division, was awarded
the Medal of Honor for his bravery during an attack
by communist forces near Chonghyon, South Korea, on
Nov. 5, 1950. According to an eyewitness account, Red
Cloud shouted a warning to Company E alerting them
about the surprise enemy attack. At the time, Red Cloud
was on a ridge guarding his company’s command post.
He immediately opened fire with his automatic rifle on
the advancing enemy troops. Despite being severely
wounded, Red Cloud held his ground, using a tree to
give himself the support needed to continue firing. He
refused help and continued to fire until he was fatally
wounded. His valiant actions checked the enemy assault and allowed his company to consolidate its position and evacuate the wounded.
Red Cloud received the Medal of Honor posthumously on July 2, 1951; the medal was presented to his
mother, Nellie Red Cloud, by U.S. Army General Omar
Bradley, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
Pfc. Charles George
Pfc. Charles George, a Cherokee from North Carolina, followed the ancient warrior tradition, when, on
Nov. 30, 1952, he sacrificed his life to save the lives of
his fellow soldiers. During the night of Nov. 30, George,
a member of Company C, 179th Infantry Regiment,
45th Infantry Division, was with a raiding party operating near Songnae-dong, South Korea. The raiding party
was charged with engaging the enemy and capturing
a prisoner for interrogation. As they charged up a hill
toward the enemy, the group faced intense mortar and
machine-gun fire and suffered several casualties.
Throughout the charge, George fought valiantly,
and once the crest of the hill had been reached, he
jumped into the trench where the enemy soldiers were
concealed and engaged them in hand-to-hand combat.
When the troops were ordered to withdraw, George and
two companions remained behind to cover the withdrawal. As they were leaving the trenches, an enemy
soldier threw a grenade toward the Americans. George
immediately threw himself on the grenade, absorbing
the full blast, saving the lives of his fellow soldiers. Although severely wounded, he kept silent so as not to reveal the position of the men with him. His companions
evacuated him, but he died shortly thereafter.
Capt. Raymond Harvey
Capt. Raymond Harvey, a Chickasaw, was commanding officer of Company C, 17th Infantry, 7th Infantry Division. He was awarded the Medal of Honor
for his actions on March 9, 1951, near Taerni-dong,
South Korea. When Harvey’s company was pinned
down by automatic weapons fire from several well-entrenched emplacements, he braved bullets and grenades
to advance to the first North Korean machine gun nest
and killed its crew with grenades. Rushing to the edge
of the next emplacement, he killed its crew with carbine fire. Harvey then moved the 1st Platoon forward,
but it was again stopped by automatic weapons. Disregarding the hail of fire, he charged and destroyed a
third emplacement. Miraculously, Harvey continued
to lead the assault through the intense crossfire. After
spotting a well-camouflaged enemy pillbox, he moved
close enough to sweep the emplacement with carbine
fire and throw grenades through the openings, killing
its five occupants.
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NEWS
C R I M S O N S K Y November 23, 2012
118: suicide/crisis resource at one’s fingertips
8th Fighter Wing Public Affairs
KUNSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea -- Confidential support for service members in a crisis can be
as quick as dialing 118 from a DSN line.
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline or Veterans Crisis Line was established because dialing the 14
digit stateside number can be off-putting or frustrating.
While mental health professionals and chaplains are on
call 24/7, some may have their reasons for not seeking
their help.
“Back in the states, one can dial straight to a 1-800
crisis hotline or a local hotline. Here at Kunsan, some
may not want to talk to mental health because of the
stigma and others may not want to talk to the chaplains
because they don’t subscribe to any of their religions,”
said Maj. Dennis Tansley, mental health flight commander. “Dialing 118 gives them a free, anonymous
way to get a hold of someone when they’re in crisis.”
The 118 hotline affords the caller complete confidentiality and can be reached from any DSN line.
“It is anonymous and anyone can use it, just like a
stateside crisis hotline,” Tansley said. “That’s part of
the beauty of it for some of the folks.”
For those who prefer talking to people face to face,
there are several options on base to include military
and family life consultants, chaplains and the mental
health clinic.
Military and family life consultants (Bldg. 755) are
trained to deal with issues that arise specifically from
military life. These consultants are able to provide non-
medical counseling and can be reached at DSN 7822297.
Chaplains (Bldg. 501) are also available for confidential consultation to anyone who seeks it. Chaplains
can be reached at any time through the command post
or law enforcement desk.
The mental health flight (Bldg. 302) is also available
at all times, providing walk-in service on an emergency
basis.
“Don’t be hesitant to contact us any time, day or
night,” Tansley said. “We’re here for them. That’s our
mission. We’re here to keep people in the fight, keep
them in the game. We’re here to salvage careers and
lives and help people to learn how to help themselves.”
The clinic provides on-call services like the chapel,
and is staffed with a social worker, two psychologists
and technicians who can talk with patients while they
are waiting.
“Make use of your resources. Call the 118 number;
you have us, the chaplains, military family life consultants, your friends and family, your unit,” Tansley said.
“Tap into any of your resources so you’re reaching out
for help before you hurt yourself or possibly end your
life. There are solutions even though at the time it may
not look like it. There’s plenty of support and a safety
net that’s willing to get you back on your feet.”
The first line of detection usually starts with Airmen and certain signs may clue them into another’s
dire situation.
According to the Veterans Crisis Line website, a
person in crisis may appear sad or depressed; seem
anxious, agitated or unable to sleep; neglect personal
welfare; withdraw from friends, family and society;
lose interest in hobbies, work or school; express feelings of excessive guilt or shame; or talk about feeling
trapped and saying that there’s no solution to their
problems.
Those contemplating or preparing for a suicidal act
include poor performance at work or school, engaging
in reckless or risky activities that could lead to death,
showing violent behavior, giving away prized possessions, getting personal affairs in order, or seeking access to a means of harming oneself.
If one starts to notice such signs, it’s important to
should take the steps outlined in the suicide prevention
concept called “ACE,” Tansley said.
A: Ask your wingman. Have the courage to ask the
question. Stay calm. Ask them directly, ‘Are you thinking about killing yourself?’
C: Try to calmly control the situation. Actively listen and try to understand. When someone is listening
to a person in distress, it automatically produces relief.
Remove any means that could be used for self-injury.
E: Escort your wingman. Never leave your buddy
alone. Get them to someone in your chain of command,
mental health, primary care, chaplain, anyone.
“The bottom line is to keep folks alive and keep
them in the fight and also suggest folks get help when
you think they might need it - not coerce, but suggest,”
Tansley said. “That’s the whole wingman concept taking care of yourself, taking care of each other, so we
can move forward as a team.”
Great American Smokeout: Quitters do win
Tech. Sgt. Celeste Spears, 8th Medical Operations Squadron, assists Senior Airman Denise Ciordano, 8th Civil Engineer Squadron, in signing a pledge to quit smoking for a day during the Great American Smokeout event on Kunsan Air
Base, Republic of Korea, Nov. 15, 2012. The event is an effort to a smoke free Air Force and to help those who smoke,
quit. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Jonathan Fowler)
By Staff Sgt. Tong Duong
8th Fighter Wing Public Affairs
KUNSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea -- In a
day there are: 24 hours; 1,440 minutes or 86,400 seconds.
This was the Great American Smokeout challenge
to Wolf Pack smokers Nov. 15, 2012, to quit for one day.
Members of the 8th Medical Group handed out
pamphlets and talked to Airmen about the dangers of
tobacco use and the health benefits of quitting.
Due to Kunsan’s remote assignment, high mission
tempo and the added stress of being away from family members, some Airmen turn to smoking as a stress
reliever, said Capt. Patrick Ditullio, 8th Medical Support Squadron diagnostics and therapeutics flight commander.
A nation-wide event, the goal of the program is
to show tobacco users the path to a smoke-free life
starts one day at a time. This is also in line with the
Air Force’s ultimate goal, to become a tobacco-free
service.
According to Capt. Diane Juroska, 8th Medical Operation Squadron health promotion officer, tobacco is
a leading preventable cause of death in the US, which
leads to 443,000 deaths annually.
Smokers also cost the Defense Department more
than $1.6 Billion annually in medical cost and lost
work time.
The benefits of a smoke-free Air Force can significantly increase the 8th Fighter Wing’s mission readiness, said Juroska.
“Not only does it increase productivity and physical endurance helping the wing take the fight North,
but will decrease absenteeism due to medical related
issues,” she said.
Here are some of the Defense Department’s tips to
quitting tobacco:
-Remember why you want to quit. Post a picture of
someone special as a reminder and remember they are
pulling for you.
-Set a quit date. To make sure you stay motivated,
make it soon.
-Stick with it. Withdrawal symptoms and craving
will pass if you can resist the urge to use tobacco. Remind yourself why you want to quit and the benefits
you’ll get from doing so.
-Prepare for challenges. Practice what you’ll say
when someone offers you a cigarette or dip. No sweat,
right? You face much bigger challenges ever day.
To help Kunsan tobacco users quit, the 8th Force
Support Squadron Health and Wellness Center host
a smoking cessation class every Wednesdays at the
HAWC. For more information call DSN 782-7854.
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Wolf Pack adds new GBS to exercise arsenal
By Staff Sgt. Jonathan Fowler
8th Fighter Wing Public Affairs
KUNSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea -- The Wolf
Pack added two new ground-blast simulators to its arsenal Nov.
15 .
The systems are designed to simulate the sound of explosions from various types of attacks such as mortar and rocket
attacks. They are used during exercises to give Wolf Pack Airmen a more realistic environment in which to train.
Older GBS were hand-thrown explosives requiring a large
safe zone in which to operate. The new GBS can be placed
closer to buildings and use a much smaller safe zone. This allows exercise evaluation team personnel to create more accurate attack simulations for Airmen during exercises.
According to Master Sgt. Todd Cate, 8th Fighter Wing inspector general’s officer, the Air Force as a whole has a shortage of the old GBS, which is one of the reasons the 8th FW
chose to purchase a new system. It is also cheaper to operate
than the old throw simulators.
“It’s about 5 cents a shot right now,” said Tech. Sgt. Jason
Singer, 8th FW wing plans NCOIC, while describing the cost
of operating the new GBS systems. “The old GBS used to run
about $20 for one explosive.”
The new systems run on propane and oxygen. The older ,
explosive-based GBS were more hazardous because they were
explosive-based. The change allows EET personnel who use
the GBS to operate more safely.
Overall, the new ground blast simulators save the Wolf
Pack money, allowing more realistic training scenarios and
maintaining a higher safety standard.
Col. John Pearse, 8th Fighter Wing commander, sets off a ground-blast simulator during a demonstration on
Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Nov. 15, 2012. Pearse was receiving a demonstration on the 8th FW’s two
new GBS that are cheaper and safer to operate and will be used during exercises to simulate mortar and rocket
attacks. (U.S. Air Force photos/Staff Sgt. Jonathan Fowler)
Master Sgt. Todd Cate, 8th Fighter Wing inspector general’s officer, explains to Col. John
Pearse, 8th FW commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Phillip Robinson, 8th FW command
chief, how the new ground-blast simulators work during a demonstration on Kunsan Air
Base, Republic of Korea, Nov. 15, 2012. The 8th FW recently purchased two new GBS that
are cheaper and safer to operate then the older GBS.
Col. John Pearse, 8th Fighter Wing commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Phillip Robinson,
8th FW command chief, listen to Tech. Sgt. Jason Singer, 8th FW wing plans NCOIC, explain how the new ground-blast simulators function during a demonstration on Kunsan
Air Base, Republic of Korea, Nov. 15, 2012. The GBS are used during exercises to simulate mortar and rocket attacks. .
AOC members meet combat operators face to face
8th Fighter Wing Public Affairs
KUNSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea -- More
than 100 service members from across the Korean peninsula gathered at Kunsan Air Force Base Nov. 16 for
a roadshow hosted by the 607th Air Operations Center
from Osan Air Base.
The roadshow gives AOC experts a chance to discuss changes at the operational and strategic levels with
the combat operators face to face.
Photo: The 607th Air Operations Center hosted a roadshow at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Nov. 16,
2012, to discuss changes at the operational and strategic
levels with service members from across the Korean Peninsula. Because of the high turnover at bases here, combat operators get this face-to-face opportunity at least
twice a year. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Brigitte
N. Brantley)
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Osan hosts memorial service for 60-year veteran
A memorial service was held for Yi, Un Sop, known as Mr. Tadu, at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Nov. 14, 2012. Tadu
dedicated more than 60 years of his life working on Osan Air Base. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Craig Cisek)
By Senior Airman Kristina Overton
51st Fighter Wing Public Affairs
OSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea -- Family,
friends and co-workers gathered at the Osan Air Base
Chapel Nov.14 to celebrate the life of Yi, Un Sop, known
to friends as Mr. Tadu, who dedicated more than 60 years
of his life working on the installation before passing away
Nov. 6 due to illness.
He began his service at the chapel as a custodian
shortly after the Korean War. According to those he
worked with, he was a dedicated and hardworking individual who truly loved serving others. He was frequently
seen setting up for one of the chapel’s services or fixing
things. No matter what was asked of him, Tadu was
prompt and did everything with a smile.
“We really didn’t realize how much he did for
the chapel or how much work he did until he wasn’t
here,” said Anna Chapa, 51st Fighter Wing Catholic
religious activities coordinator. “It takes two people
to backfill and do everything he did, and he did
things without complaint. He always had this great
smile on his face, and though I was self-sufficient
and was used to doing things by myself, he would
always insist on doing it.”
Chaplain (Capt.) Hoang Nguyen, 51st FW Catholic chaplain, also recalled Tadu’s cheerful demeanor
and hard work ethic.
“I had the pleasure of working with Mr. Tadu this
past year and a half before he became ill and stopped
working,” Nguyen said. “Even then, he would still
ask to come to work. I would tell him that he needed
to rest and he would always say ‘But that is my home.
I want to be there. I want to serve the Lord.’ He was
very kind and passionate about his ministry.”
Many of the previous commanders and generals
noticed Tadu’s passion as well, and he received various awards for his work with the chapel to include
the Four Chaplains Award, a prestigious military
chaplaincy award given for selfless service.
“Mr. Tadu’s passing is a big loss for our community,” Nguyen said. “He was a man of hope, service
and love, and we will miss having him around. What
a legacy he left behind, not only for the chapel staff,
but for all of us. I’ve met people who came here as
captains then left and came back as generals and remember Mr. Tadu and wanted to see him. He touched
so many lives, and we are grateful to have had him
here.”
Tadu’s wife, Yi, Suk rye, and daughter Yi, Young
Ju were present at the ceremony.
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Veterans in Blue highlights 19 personal stories of heroism from World War II to today.
19 stories of heroism highlighted in ‘Veterans in Blue’
WASHINGTON (AFNS) -- “Let me not mourn
for the men who have died fighting, but rather let me
be glad that such heroes have lived,” said Gen. George
S. Patton.
For decades Airmen have answered the call to
serve and protect the nation’s interests, its people and
the cherished freedoms that underpin it all, risking
their lives for others, and thus, becoming heroes in the
eyes of those they protected.
From WWII to Korea to Vietnam to Iraq, 19 stories of service and heroism at war are captured in the
third volume of “Veterans in Blue,” formerly known as
“Pioneers in Blue.”
Launching Veteran’s Day, the new displays join
those presently hanging in the Pentagon’s A ring on the
5th floor between the 8th and 9th corridors. The stories, photos and video interviews will also be available
at http://www.af.mil/specials/veterans/index.html.
The veteran’s honored in this volume include:
Retired Capt. Roscoe Brown, Jr. commanded the
100th Fighter Squadron of the 332nd Fighter Group,
the famed “Tuskegee Airmen.” Brown flew his first
mission in August 1944, escorting B-24 bombers over
Romania, and he was the first pilot in 15th Air Force to
shoot down a Me-262 jet fighter.
Retired Gen. Robert Cardenas made his mark on
history as one of America’s premier test pilots, a combat leader in both bombers and fighters and as the first
commander of the Air Force Special Operations Force.
Former Marine Corps Gunnery Sgt. Arthur T.
Cobert is an Army Air Corps veteran who served as
a flight engineer, gunner and backup pilot on the B-25
bomber during WWII. A member of the 11th Bomb
Squadron, which was one of two replacement crews
for the legendary Flying Tigers, he was wounded twice
during his service.
Retired Maj. Gen. Alfred Flowers enlisted in August 1965 and was stationed at Da Nang Air Base,
Vietnam, during the Tet Offensives of 1968, and retired in January. He served for 13 years before being
commissioned, moving through the ranks until he re-
tired after 46 years.
Retired Col. Henry P. Fowler served in the Air
Force for 27 years as a pilot, judge advocate, and was
a P.O.W. at the Hanoi Hilton in Vietnam. He spent six
years as P.O.W. after being shot down on March 26,
1967 by a surface-to-air missile.
Retired Master Sgt. Carl Hackworth served for 22
years as a mechanic and crew chief for aircraft including the B-25 Mitchell and F-100 Super Sabre and completed two tours in Vietnam and another in Thailand.
Retired Lt. Col. James Harvey, III was an original
member of the famed Tuskegee Airmen and during the
Korean War was the military’s first black (jet) fighter
pilot to fly in Korean airspace.
Retired Col. George Hays served for more than 40
years and served in Vietnam and Thailand as an enlisted communications specialist and later was commissioned. He retired in July as the longest serving colonel
in the Air Force.
Gloria Heath was one of only 1,074 women selected
to be part of the Women’s Air Force Service Pilots,
or WASPs. She flew B-26 bombers, towing targets for
P-47 pilots for aerial gunning training and went on to
shape the development of today’s world-wide search
and rescue system.
Retired Col. Howard Johnson was a fighter pilot
who flew more than 7,000 hours in 15 different airframes and flew 87 combat missions in the P-51, 60 as
the flight lead of “The Ferocious Four.”
Retired Lt. Gen. Leroy Manor flew over Normandy
during D-Day and was commander of the U.S. Air
Force Special Operations Force. In 1970, he was tasked
to command the contingency task force for Operation
Ivory Coast, the Son Toy Raid. In total he logged more
than 6,700 flying hours, including 347 combat missions in two wars.
Retired Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force James
McCoy was the sixth Chief Master Sergeant of the Air
Force. During the Taiwan crisis of August 1958, he
was key to establishing the operating the wing command post that coordinated all Composite Strike Force
aircraft.
Retired Lt. Col. John Mulzac was one of the original Tuskegee Airmen, joining the service at the age of
19. He served in WWII, the Korean War and Vietnam.
After retiring in 1983, and three years later he became
a New York City firefighter, retiring after 20 years.
Retired Col. Ralph Parr is the only American pilot
to receive both the Distinguished Service Cross and
the Air Force Cross. In May 1953, he achieved ace status with five kills in 11 days. He achieved double ace
status in July 1953 when he made 10 kills in a sevenweek period during the Korean War.
Retired Chief Master Sgt. Louis Roffman enlisted
in 1936 and served for more than 31 years. He’s a Pearl
Harbor survivor and later fought in the Battle of Midway.
Retired Lt. Col. Edward Saylor joined the Army
Air Corps in 1936 and served as a flight engineer for
the Doolittle Raiders. Following bombing Tokyo, Japan, his crew ditched their bomber in the waters near
a small Chinese island. He later received a battlefield
commission and received many other decorations during his 28 years of service.
Retired Capt. Gwen Sheppard is a two-time Warrior Games athlete, competing in archery, sitting volleyball and shooting. Her 27-year career began at the
U.S. Air Force Academy and later included stints with
the Air National Guard, Air Force Reserve and Navy
Seabees.
Retired Col. Leo Thorsness flew 92 Republic F105F Wild Weasel missions and was awarded America’s highest military decoration before he was shot
down and taken prisoner in North Vietnam. For nearly
6 years, was a P.O.W. in camps such as the Hanoi Hilton and Heartbreak Hotel.
Retired Lt. Col. Richard Waring was a B-17 navigator who flew more than 35 successful bombing missions over Germany in WWII. Enlisting at the age of
20, he attended preflight, gunner and navigator school
and later commissioned as an aerial navigator. He remains in retired reserve status today.
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Vehicle maintainers roll into digital age
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C R I M S O N S K Y VM career field I’ve seen in 24
years,” said Chief Master Sgt.
Thomas Keyser, 8th LRS flight
chief. “As far as I know, no other
LRS flight has yet to transition
over. We’re leading the charge
and hope to influence other
units in the same direction.”
Using this newer technology saves the Air Force time
and money.
According to Senior Airman Andrew Radcliff, 8th LRS
tech support specialist, tablets
cut down dramatically on time
and paper resources.
“Previously, when we had
to troubleshoot a vehicle, we
looked up the TO on a reference
sheet,” Radcliff said. “After locating it amongst hundreds of
manuals, we would then spend
Above: Senior Airman Matt Chesnavage, 8th Logistics Readiness Squadron vehicle management 30 to 45 minutes searching for
journeyman, tests the power in a motor blower while referencing a technical order at Kunsan Air a part or procedure in that TO.”
Base, Republic of Korea, Nov. 1, 2012. The tablets cut down the time it takes for a mechanic to
On the tablets, it’s a matter
find a reference while troubleshooting vehicles from hours to just minutes. (U.S. Air Force photo/
of just minutes searching via
Senior Airman Brigitte N. Brantley)
the built-in search function.
In the past, when a TO
quires small yet significant changes at
By Senior Airman
needed
to
be
updated, publishers would
every level.
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send
the
changes
by snail mail to every
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unit.
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hand,
it
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Korea -- The U.S. military has a reputa- year when it transitioned from paper
out
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for
that
time, accordtion for keeping pace with technology, technical orders to digital versions on
ing
to
Radcliff.
using it to effectively keep the combat tablets.
Now, new TOs are updated weekly,
edge while streamlining processes for
With more than 600 TOs ranging
and
every tablet is auto-synched at the
its workforce. The continual innovation from 600 to 1,800 pages, this translates
end
of
each day.
in digital technologies makes it one of into each of the 19 tablets holding up“When
I first was given responsibilthe most challenging arenas in which to ward of 625,000 pages, and that’s before
ity
over
TOs,
it was just weeks away
maintain superiority.
taking into account any local operating
from
a
major
unit
inspection,” Radcliff
Although many of the innovations instructions or additional references.
said,
one
of
the
main
Airmen responare large scale, staying up to speed re“This is the biggest change in the
November 23, 2012
sible for making the transition happen.
“We had about a decade worth of TOs
that hadn’t been properly taken care of.
The only way to get inspection-ready in
time was to go paperless.
“With encouragement and support
from my leadership, we were able to
make it happen,” he added. “Now, it’s
virtually impossible to get written up
for our TOs not being current.”
Altogether, the 19 tablets and two
laptops cost about $15,000. A paper TO
in the past cost $600 to $700 per volume, with some TOs having multiple
volumes.
The tablets are less hefty -- they
weigh less than two pounds each,
while similar rugged laptops start at six
pounds. Each is also encased in a protective covering, which allows them to
lie on an engine while a mechanic is
working on the vehicle. The protected
tablets can endure drops and exposure
to the grease, dirt and corrosive chemicals that are part of a mechanic’s daily
job.
Such tablets have already been incorporated in some other units, notably
by aircrew who also benefit from not
having numerous paper TOs.
In 1945, Theodore von Kármán, famous aerodynamics contributor and engineer, told Gen. Hap Arnold that “only
a constant inquisitive attitude toward
science and a ceaseless and swift adaptation to new developments can maintain the security of this nation.”
Although going paperless is a relatively small change in the scope of Air
Force technology, it shows that units at
all levels are ceaselessly moving forward to adapt to new developments.
694 ISRG Gold at the Peninsula Language Olympics!
By Airman First Class
Jeffrey Davis
AFISRA 303 IS
OSAN AIR BASE, Republic of
Korea --This was the 2012 Korean
Language Competition, hosted by the
719th MI BN and Camp Humphries
on 16 November, and it was the first
peninsula wide competition of its
kind that’s been held in 7 years. The
events consisted of the Speed Game,
Impromptu Speech, Jeopardy, and
Golden Bell. The teams each consisted of one higher proficiency linguist (3/3 or above) and one lower
proficiency linguist (below 3/3). We
competed against 18 teams from
the 719th MI BN, 2 ID, 3d MI, and
USMC. All of our teams did well and
made a strong impression, but the
superstars were SSgt Koo and SSgt
Torrey, who took home 2 gold medals, 1 bronze medal, and the trophy
for the overall winner.
The purpose of the competition
was to promote the core competency
of language proficiency, encourage
competition, and allow an opportunity for networking among the Korean
linguists stationed on the peninsula.
From left, SrA Bennett Holden, c, SrA Suzanne Adams, SSgt Hope Koo,SSgt David Torrey, and A1C Buck Cham Yoon (U.S. Air Force photo/
Sharllen O. Lee)
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Stay Safe-n-Sound during holiday season
The Sheppard Holiday Tree and the nine candles of the Menorah were lighted Dec. 7 at
the corner of Avenue E and 1st Avenue. (U.S. Air Force photo/Harry Tonemah)
By Senior Airman Kristina
Overton
51st Fighter Wing Public Affairs
OSAN AIR BASE, Republic of
Korea -- As a part of this year’s Winter Safety Campaign, Secretary of the
Air Force Michael B. Donley, Chief of
Staff of the Air Force General Mark A.
Welsh III and Chief Master Sergeant of
the Air Force James A. Roy issued a trisignature “Letter to Airmen” reminding
service members to include sound risk
management in all of their holiday and
winter plans.
The 2012 campaign, Safe-n-Sound,
started Nov. 16 and runs through Jan. 2.
The Air Force’s top three leaders
stated in the letter that “”All Airmen,
uniformed and civilian, have a responsibility to ensure a safe holiday for themselves, their fellow Airmen, their wingmen, and their families by being alert to
safety risks on and off duty.”
Whether traveling, celebrating or
participating in winter activities, time
Senior
leaders
issue holiday
safety message
By Brian Raphael
Air Force Safety Center Public Affairs
WASHINGTON (AFNS) -- Secretary of the Air Force Michael B. Donley, Chief of Staff of the Air Force General Mark A.
Welsh III and Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force James A.
Roy issued a tri-signature “Letter to Airmen” on Nov. 5.
As part of this year’s Holiday/Winter Safety Campaign, “Safen-Sound,” the Air Force’s top three leaders remind Airmen to include sound risk management in all their holiday and winter plans.
“All Airmen, uniformed and civilian, have a responsibility to
ensure a safe holiday for themselves, their fellow Airmen, their
wingmen, and their families by being alert to safety risks on and
off duty. We urge you to use common sense and keep your focus
on risk management as we strive to enjoy a mishap-free season.”
should be taken to include sound risk
management.
“One of the leading causes of mishaps and lost duty time during the winter season are slips, trips and falls on
the ice,” said Master Sgt. Jeremiah Carpenter, 51st Fighter Wing ground safety
manager. “Common areas where many
mishaps occur are at the entrances to facilities, stairwells, parking lots and sidewalks.”
Osan and Kunsan present additional
challenges compared to other bases because the main mode of transportation
is walking, he explained. Dark areas and
black ice also contribute to a substantial
amount of injuries.
To aid in creating awareness during
the holiday season, the Air Force Safety
Center has developed a campaign plan
available at http://www.afsec.af.mil/.
New safety modules will be uploaded
each week to include winter road conditions, holiday decorating, seasonal fire
hazards, travel planning and more.
“Traveling is such an important part
of the holiday season for the Air Force
community,” Carpenter said. “Many of
us assigned overseas will be taking leave
this holiday season to visit friends and
family back home. In our haste to get
there, many times the most basic safety
principles are at risk of being ignored.
Often, people try to fit 10 days of activities into a week.”
To avoid these traveling hazards, the
Air Force also provides TRiPS (Travel
Risk Planning System), an online, automated risk-assessment tool to aid Airmen in recognizing and avoiding hazards they face on the road.
Another common holiday risk are
decorations that involve extension cords.
Use no more than three light sets on
any one extension cord. Cords should
also be placed against the wall to avoid
tripping hazards, and lights should also
be checked for broken or cracked sockets, frayed or bare wire. Remembering
to unplug trees and decorations before
going to bed or leaving the house is essential to safety.
“Being proactive is the key,” Carpenter said. “Removing snow and ice before
it accumulates is a great way to prevent
the next mishap and keep the area hazard
free.”
Vehicle operators and pedestrians
need to be aware that during the winter season, vehicle stopping distances
may increase due to limited traction and
crosswalks are an area of special concern.
“Pedestrians must ensure that a vehicle will be able to stop in time for the
individual to cross the road safely,” Carpenter said. “If everyone makes the effort to be aware of these safety concerns,
we should have a safe and fun-filled season.”
Pride of the pack
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Staff Sgt. Jennifer Stinnett
What she did
Staff Sgt. Jennifer L. Stinnett is a highly dedicated NCO who exudes our Air Force
core values every day. Over the past week, her on- and off-duty performance was second
to none. Stinnett networked with 7th Air Force, 8th Fighter Wing protocol and O’Malley
Dining Facility management to set up an NCO breakfast with the 7th AF commander.
She worked with four groups and 13 wing staff agencies to get 20 NCOs in attendance
to dialogue with and gain the commander’s perspective on mission readiness and NCO
expectations. For her efforts, she was lauded by the 7th AF commander and command
chief for a job well done.
Stinnett also coordinated media day support for Max Thunder by recommending,
sourcing and eliciting the help of two English/Korean translators, making the media
coverage of the exercise a huge success. She also setup the 2012 8th FW Stripes for
Exceptional Performers board, ensuring all candidates met Headquarters Air Force eligibility requirements, facilitating well-deserved promotions for some of the Wolf Pack’s
best.
Stinnett also worked with the senior NCO “Top 3” organization, the First Sergeant
Council, the 8th Force Support Squadron, Arts and Crafts, and AAFES to procure 57
promotion certificates, 10 wing 3rd quarter awards and gift certificates to highlight and
recognize our most deserving Airmen. A fitness enthusiast, she scored a 97 during her
annual fitness test . Aside from her busy work as the command chief’s executive assistant, she volunteers her time as the “5/6” council’s Republic of Korea Air Force English
class committee chair, where she organizes weekly classes comprised of 15 children,
12 ROKAF Airmen and five U.S. Air Force teachers. Stinnett also spends her off-duty
time visiting the Ilmagwon Orphanage and works as a volunteer English teacher at the
Kunsan City Elementary School. Stinnett is a citizen Airman and a positive representative of the Air Force to the base and local community. She is truly the Pride of the Pack!!!
- Submitted by Chief Master Sgt. Phillip Robinson, 8th Fighter Wing command chief
A little bit more about her
Unit: 8th Fighter Wing command chief executive assistant
Hometown: Mascoutah, Ill.
Hobbies: Working out, reading, sightseeing
Favorite music: Rhythm and blues
Last good movie you saw: Lucky One
Best thing you’ve done here: Explore Seoul
Staff Sgt. Jennifer Stinnett, 8th Fighter Wing, command chief executive assistant is awarded Pride of the Pack on Kunsan Air Base Republic of Korea, Nov.
15, 2012. Stinnett was recognized for her excellence at her job, and off-duty
volunteer work. (U.S. Air Force Photo/ Senior Airman Marcus Morris.)
Team Osan
Christmas Tree
Lighting Ceremony
26 November 2012
at 1700
at the Base Theatre
Free Cookies and Cocoa
POC: Base Chapel
784-5000
ChAPLAIN CORNER
November 23, 2012
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CHAPEL SCHEDULE
CHAPEL
SCHEDULE
KUNSAN
OSAN
1430 Jesus Christ of Latter Day
Saints Sacramental Service/Sunday
School
(Bldg 510)
Chapel Bldg. 501 and
510
Sunday
**Please note:
0900 Catholic Mass
(Bldg 501 - Main Chapel)
The Sunday before every exercise,
the Gospel and Contemporary Services will be held at 11 a.m. as a
“Combined Service”. Catholic Mass
and Protestant Traditional schedules
will remain the same.
0900 Protestant Liturgical Sacramental Worship Service
(Bldg 510 - SonLight Inn)
1000 Protestant Sunday School
(Bldg 510)
Daily Catholic Mass
1100 Protestant Contemporary
Worship Service
(Bldg 501)
Tues, Wed, Thurs at 0730
At the Sonlight Inn Bldg 510:
Thursday
1900 Earth-based religions
gathering, Holy Grounds Coffee
House
(Bldg 510)
1100 Church of Christ Service /
Sunday School
(Bldg 510)
1300 Protestant Gospel Worship
Service
(Bldg 501)
Catholic Mass
Church of Christ
Daily Mass
Monday - Friday, 1130
Saturday Mass 1700
Sunday 0830
Sunday, 1000 in the
Elementary school cafeteria
General Services
Reconciliation
Earth-Based Service
Thursday, 1730
in the Chapel Annex
Saturday, 1600 - 1645
Protestant Services
Jewish Service
Second and fourth Friday, 1800
Friday
Joy Night (gospel) - 1900
Sunday
Traditional service - 1000
Gospel Service - 1130
Contemporary service - 1700
Muslim Service
Friday 1230-1330
Haven Ministry Center (Community Activity Center)
Wed - Sun 1800 to 2200
Point of Contact:
Chaplain (Maj.) Sherrol L. James, 782-4300
Unless otherwise noted, all services
are held at the Osan Chapel.
For other events, call 784-5000.
Mustang Spiritual Charge
The Freedom of Joy
By Ch Dan Forman
“One of the most famous and exciting pieces of music is the fourth
movement of Beethoven’s Ninth
Symphony, which uses as its text
the poem ‘Ode to Joy,’ by German
poet Friedrich von Schiller. Schiller had originally written the poem
as an ode to freedom, and wherever the word ‘freude’ (joy) appears
in the known version, Schiller had
first written ‘freiheit’ (freedom). To
satisfy the Prussian censor though,
Schiller replaced ‘freedom’ with
‘joy,’ probably in full knowledge
that his readers would know what
he really meant. Then, on Christmas
Eve 1989, just a few weeks after the
Berlin Wall came down, Leonard
Bernstein celebrated the Berliners’
freedom by conducting Beethoven’s
symphony, having the chorus use the
original ‘freiheit’ instead of ‘freude.’
Appropriate, don’t you think?”
The story of Schiller changing
out the words “freude” for “freiheit”
in his poem makes me think about
the relationship between freedom
and joy. Many of us are quick to
recognize the joys of freedom; but
do we quickly notice the freedom
associated with joy? Freedom has
many joys. For example, when
I pack up my family and head out
on a vacation in the United States,
I do not have to cross government
check points at state boarders. I am
free to travel; and so experience the
joys associated with such traveling. Yet, the freedom to travel only
scratches the surface when speaking
of the joys of freedom. Perhaps, the
greatest joys of freedom are associated with the freedoms of speech
and belief. Indeed, volumes have
been written, and could be written
still on the depth of meaning and joy
intrinsic to actualizing those human
rights. Certainly, the joys of such
freedoms are clearly known; just ask
any “East Berliners” who stepped
over to the West on that Christmas
Eve in 1989.
What about the freedom of joy?
Is the freedom that results from having joy clearly known? It should
be. Real joy is not simply a result
of “good things happening to you.”
Rather, it’s an internal change of
heart and mind that adjusts one’s attitude toward life itself. Real joy motivates you to see every moment as
a growth experience. Yet, it’s more
than just positive thinking. It is not
just seeing each day as “the glass
half-full” verses seeing it “halfempty.” It’s seeing each day as a
new glass! That kind of joy is indeed
liberating and contagious! Persons
with real joy are not weighed down
by petty grievances or grudges because they are too busy exploring
life and finding the exploration
genuinely fun. Moreover, persons
of joy translate failures, pain and
loss into opportunities, growth and
change. Yes, joyful people grieve
or feel sorrow. It’s just that they
process it all differently. Subsequently, persons with real joy act
more responsibly in order to keep
from sabotaging their joy with the
bondage of bad habits or thoughts
of despair. Indeed, joyful people
act best at preserving freedom because they are most desirous to preserve their joy!
Keep on celebrating the joys
of freedom, as Schiller’s original
poem hoped to inspire. Yet understand that the joys of freedom
are greatly diminished and faintly
expressed if you do not have the
freedom of joy. Live a life that
embraces both versions of Schiller’s poem. Let your life be both
an “Ode to Freedom” and an “Ode
to Joy.” Enjoy freedom and be free
with joy!
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November 23, 2012
Osan hosts Toys for Tots softball tournament
A participant swings in the 15th Annual Toys for Tots Softball Tournament at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Nov. 17,
2012. The cost of participation was one new, unwrapped toy. More than 100 toys were collected and given to U.S. Marine
representatives before the tournament began. (U.S. Air Force photos/Airman 1st Class Alexis Siekert)
By Airman 1st Class Alexis Siekert
Airman 1st Class Alexis Siekert
OSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea -- Approximately 50 people stationed around the peninsula came
out to show their support and play in the 15th Annual
Toys for Tots Softball Tournament Nov. 17 at Osan Air
Base, Republic of Korea.
Members from Osan, U.S. Army Garrison Yongsan
and Camp Humphreys played in a single-elimination
Airman 1st Class Stephen Wood, 51st Security Forces Squadron member, catches
the ball in the 15th Annual Toys for Tots Softball Tournament at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Nov. 17, 2012. Approximately 50 people from Osan, U.S. Army Garrison Yongsan and Camp Humphreys came out to show their support and play in the
single-elimination tourney used to collect toys for local Korean orphans.
tournament and bared frigid temperatures for a good
cause and to have some fun, said Airman 1st Class Stephen Wood, 51st Security Forces Squadron member.
The cost to enter the event was a new, unwrapped
toy for Toys for Tots, a U.S. Marine Corp founded program to help the less fortunate children experience the
joy of Christmas. More than 100 toys were collected
and given to U.S. Marine representatives before the
tournament began.
“I am really excited about the turn-out and participation,” Wood said. “We collected more toys than we
expected, and it feels great to be involved and to help
give back to the community.”
In previous years, this peninsula-wide event was
hosted at Yongsan, but Osan took the lead since. The
Guzzlers International Softball Club co-sponsored with
the Osan Air Force Sergeant Association Chapter, and
Wood and Tech. Sgt. Clinton Hodge, 51st Security Forces Squadron member, helped coordinate the event.
AFSA provided food and drinks to all the players
free of charge, Wood said. Players also donated money
which was collected to buy more toys for the event.
Toys for Tots is primarily used to distribute toys to
children in the United States, but being overseas, the
toys will be distributed by Marines to local Korean orphanages, Hodge said.
“I want to thank all these guys for coming out,”
Hodge said. “This is a great opportunity and a great
benefit.”
Following the tournament, remaining players participated in a homerun derby.
“We had a lot of fun,” Wood said. “We played softball and we did some good at the same time. “I feel good
knowing we might have made Christmas special for the
children who receive the toys.”
Staff Sgt. Lynsey Bruzzi, 51st Security Forces Squadron member, tags out 2nd Lt. Matthew
DeMars, 7th Air Force deputy chief of intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance operations, in the 15th Annual Toys for Tots Softball Tournament at Osan Air Base, Republic of
Korea, Nov. 17, 2012. Four teams of 12 players competed in the day-long completion in the
cold weather to contribute to Toys for Tots.
Approximately 50 people from Osan, U.S. Army Garrison Yongsan and Camp Humphreys came out to show their support and play in the 15th Annual Toys for Tots Softball Tournament at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Nov. 17, 2012. More than 100 toys were collected and given to U.S. Marine Corp. representatives to distribute to local Korean orphans.
(Courtesy photo)
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November 23, 2012
history
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Major Charles Loring – USAF Medal of Honor – 22 November 1952
Major Charles Loring, courtesy photo
By Robert Vanderpool
8th Fighter Wing – 7th Air Force
Historian
Charles Loring joined the U.S. Army
in 1942. He was selected for pilot training and earned his flight wings and com-
mission as a Lieutenant in December
1942. Loring served in the Caribbean
and Central America until March 1944
when he joined the 36th Fighter Group
in the United Kingdom flying combat
fighter missions over Europe. On 24
December 1944, Loring was on a strafing mission over Belgium when his aircraft was hit by enemy fire and crashed.
Loring successfully bailed out and was
taken prisoner, remaining a Prisoner-ofWar until the end of the war. Loring flew
a total of 55 combat missions in the P-47
Thunderbolt before being shot down.
Loring returned to the United States
in June 1945, received promotion to Captain, and served in a variety of staff positions and attending technical schools until May 1952 when he was sent to Korea.
Loring helped train replacement pilots
and served as a pilot and squadron operations officer with both the 36th Fighter
Squadron and 80th Fighter Squadron.
Loring was flying with the 36th Fighter
Squadron, at the time assigned to the 8th
Fighter Bomber Group, when he performed his Medal of Honor action.
On 22 November 1952, Loring was
leading a flight of four F-80 Shooting
Stars on a close ground support mission when he was given instructions by
a ground controller to dive bomb enemy
gun positions located on Sniper’s Ridge
near Kumwha, North Korea, which were
bringing fire on nearby ground forces.
Loring rolled into his bombing run and
was met with intense anti aircraft fire.
Ignoring the enemy threat, Loring aggressively continued to press the attack
until his aircraft was hit and disabled.
Loring’s wingman, noting the damage, suggested that he abort the bombing mission and attempt a return to a
friendly air base. Without a word Loring
resumed the attack. He altered his flight
course and dived his aircraft directly
at the gun emplacements. Just before
striking the ground, Loring turned his
aircraft 45 degrees to the left and pulled
the aircraft up in a deliberate and controlled maneuver, designed to maximize
the damage to the enemy. Loring had
elected to sacrifice his own life to protect friendly ground forces by diving his
aircraft directly into the midst of the enemy emplacements. His action resulted
in the complete destruction of the enemy
gun positions.
Loring’s Medal of Honor citation
reads: “His selfless and heroic action
completely destroyed the enemy gun
emplacement and eliminated a dangerous threat to United Nations ground
forces. Major Loring’s noble spirit, superlative courage, and conspicuous selfsacrifice in inflicting maximum damage on the enemy exemplified valor of
the highest degree and his actions were
in keeping with the finest traditions of
the U.S. Air Force.” Promoted to Major
two months before his death, Loring
was one of four Airmen to receive the
Medal of Honor for combat actions in
Korea. The former Loring Air Force
Base (1947-1994) in Maine was named
in his honor as is the Loring Club at
Kunsan Air Base, home to the USAF’s
8th Fighter Wing (previously the 8th
Fighter Bomber Group). In addition to
the Medal of Honor, Major Charles Loring also earned a Distinguished Flying
Cross and 12 Air Medals flying combat
operations during both World War II
and Korea.
Semper Fidelis: The Marine Corps celebrates its 237th Birthday
By Robert Vanderpool
8th Fighter Wing – Seventh Air Force Historian
On 23 February 1945, shortly after a group of
Marines first raised the American flag on the peak of
Mount Suribachi during the Battle of Iwo Jima, Secretary of the Navy James Forrestal, looking up at the flag
from the landing beaches below, remarked: “…the raising of that flag on Suribachi means a Marine Corps for
the next five hundred years.” The flag Secretary Forrestal first gazed upon was not the flag which was raised
and made famous by the Pulitzer Prize winning photograph that subsequently became an American icon,
but instead was the first and lesser known flag raising
which occurred on Mount Suribachi that day. Regardless, the weight of Secretary Forrestal’s statement remains a testament to the demonstrated importance of
the Marine Corps to the interests and national security
of the United States.
On 10 November 2012, the Marines Corps celebrated its 237th Birthday. The history of the Marines Corps
began in 1775 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, when a
committee of the Continental Congress met to draft a
resolution calling for two battalions of Marines to serve
with the newly established Continental Navy. Marines
were needed in order to be able to strengthen the Colonies’ abilities to fight the British both at sea and on
shore during what would become the War for American
Independence. The resolution, drafted at Tun Tavern,
which was at the time a popular meeting place in the
city, was dated 10 November 1775 and with its adoption
the United States Marine Corps was born.
Marines have served in every American armed conflict throughout the United States’ history as a nation.
Marines fought from the decks of Union ships during
the American Civil War, Marines fought in the Belleau
Wood of France during World War I, Marines fought in
the jungles of Southeast Asia during the Vietnam War,
and today Marines continue to fight in the mountains
of Afghanistan. For more than two centuries during
times of war and peace, the Marine Corps has served
as a sentinel of freedom, ready to respond whenever the
nation calls.
During the Korean War the first Marine Corps units
came ashore on 2 August 1950 at Pusan after having set
sail directly from California three weeks earlier at the
specific request of Commander-in-Chief of the United
Nations Command, General Douglas MacArthur. The
next day the first Marine Corps aviation mission was
flown by Marine Corps pilots flying F4U Corsairs
from the decks of aircraft carriers against targets in
North Korea. Marine Corps ground units entered
the fight to hold the Pusan Perimeter almost immediately, launching successful counterattacks against
North Korean forces and helping to restore 8th Army
lines as United Nations forces regrouped within the
perimeter.
In the early morning hours of 15 September 1950,
the order “Land the Landing Force” was given and
Marines began loading into landing craft and hitting
the invasion beaches at Inchon. Marines led a force
of nearly 70,000 United Nations forces directly into
the flank of the North Korean invasion of the south,
securing Inchon within days and retaking the South
Korean capital city of Seoul from the Communists Marines in the Chosin Reservoir Campaign in December
within two weeks. By the end of the month most 1950 – USMC Photo
North Korean forces were pushed back across the
38th parallel. On 26 October, Marine Corps forces
to become known as ‘the Punchbowl’. In 1952 Marines
would join the push for the Yalu River with an unop- took over primary defenses of 35 miles of front line
posed amphibious landing at Wonsan on Korea’s east which overlooked Panmujon including the defense of
coast.
the Pyongyang–Seoul corridor. Marine Corps forces
In December 1950, two months after the Chinese In- also faced several large scale Chinese assaults in 1953
tervention into the Korean War, the Marine Corps faced with no concession of any key terrain in any Marine
perhaps it toughest test during war at Chosin. During Corps sector given leading up to the armistice.
the Chosin Reservoir Campaign, completely surroundMore than 424,000 Marines served during the Koed and outnumbered by 5 to 1 against Chinese forces, rean War. The Marine Corps suffered 23,744 wounded
more than 17,000 Marines (along with 3,000 other Unit- and 4,267 killed. Forty-two Marines were awarded the
ed Nations forces) held their positions for more than a Medal of Honor with 27 of those awards being given
week despite facing blizzard like conditions and tem- posthumously. Additionally, 221 Navy Crosses and
peratures which fell to 20 below zero, eventually con- more than 1,500 Silver Stars were awarded to Marines
ducting a fighting withdrawal back towards the coast during the conflict. Marine Corps aviation units flew
for evacuation to the south. Marine Corps losses were more than 118,000 sorties in support of United Nations
heavy during the operations at Chosin and the subse- forces and Marine Corps helicopter squadrons evacuquent evacuation. More than 700 Marines were Killed- ated more than 10,000 wounded personnel, greatly inin-Action, more than 3,500 Marines were wounded, and creasing survival rates for those wounded in battle.
more than 7000 Marines suffered non-combat casualSince the armistice, the Marine Corps has mainties largely as a result of the weather conditions. The tained a constant presence at facilities across the RepubChinese, however, paid a much heavier price with an lic of Korea sustaining a variety of operational missions
estimated 10,000 wounded and 25,000 killed.
aimed at ensuring Marine Corps units are ready to join
The Marine Corps continued to conduct combat op- other United States and Republic of Korea armed forces
erations in Korea until the armistice was signed on 27 in order to be ready to fight and win tonight. Only 67
July 1953. During early 1951 Marines conducted a se- years into Secretary Forrestal’s 1945 prediction of 500
ries of offensive operations in east-central Korea. Ma- years, the Marine Corps remains an essential comporines then helped to contain and push back the Spring nent of the United States Armed Forces.
Chinese offensive and later in the year took up defenHappy 237th Birthday to the United States Masive positions in front of an area of the front which was rines Corps. Always Faithful.
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COMMUNITY BRIEFS
C R I M S O N S K Y Osan
Kunsan
Wolf Pack Lodge
Accepting our own Kunsan PCS-in
forces really helps our tour in Korea.
We can help by reserving rooms in advance for PCS-in personnel. Sponsors,
if you contact the dormitory and can’t
guarantee a room in the dorm for your
inbound personnel give us a call. The
Wolf Pack Lodge has nice rooms, but
they are sometimes in short supply.
You can make a reservation at 7821844. We are here to support everyone assigned to the Wolf Pack!
to read and write the Korean alphabet, and use basic travel expressions
for shopping, dining, and using transportation. Class is held at the Airman
and Family Readiness Center. Registration required. Call 782-5644 for
more information, dates or to sign up.
PECI
Need some new equipment for your
organization? No money? Your local Manpower office can help. The
Air Force has funds available through
the Productivity Enhancing Capital Investment Program (PECI). For more
information please contact Ms. Kang
at 872-4020.The last PECI project
was awarded in 2009 to 8 FSS in the
amount of $37k and was used to purchase needed office furniture.
Eight-ball tournament
Free to all. Prizes for first and second
places. Prizes include Wolf Pack Won.
To sign up, dates or for more information, call the CAC at 782-5213 or 4679.
Illmagwon Orphanage
Join Airmen from across the base in a
wing chapel-sponsored event as they
travel down to the Illmagwon Orphanage in Gunsan City every Tuesday at 6 p.m. for an evening of playing
games and learning more about the
local culture. For more information,
contact the chapel at 782-4300.
Friday Sonlight finner
Every Friday, volunteers from a specific unit cook dinner for their fellow
Wolf Pack members at the Sonlight
Inn. The dinner begins at 6 p.m. following grace led by a chaplain. Meals
range from “breakfast for dinner” to
“Italian cooking” to “Southern style.”
For more information or to volunteer,
contact the chapel at 782-4300.
Sponsor training
Learn creative ways to assist newcomers reporting to Kunsan AB. Registration required. Class is held at the
Airman and Family Readiness Center.
Call 782-5644 for more information,
dates or to sign up.
Korean language
This one-time class teaches you how
Pingpong tournament
Free to all. Prizes for first and second
places. Prizes include Wolf Pack Won.
To sign up, dates or for more information, call the CAC at 782-5213 or 4679.
Kunsan Photo Club
Interested in sharing your photography experience with others and exploring Korea along the way? Have
a camera, but want to learn how to
use it more completely? Then join the
Kunsan Photo Club as they delve into
the finer qualities of photography
where the key concept is: “It’s not
the camera that makes a great photo,
but the photographer.” If interested
in joining, the group can be found
on Facebook, just search for “Kunsan
Photo Club.”
Explore Korea: Kunsan
Looking for a way to share your travels with the Wolf Pack but haven’t
found the right way? The 8th Fighter
Wing Public Affairs office is always
looking for your photos and stories.
To find out how your name and photos or stories can be highlighted on
the base website and Facebook page,
call Public Affairs at 782-4705. They
will review all submissions and post
content which adheres to their guidelines.
Paintball
No registration is required to play
paintball from noon to 4 p.m. every
Saturday near Wolf Pack Park. Cost is
$15 and includes marker, protective
equipment and 100 paintballs. Additional paintballs are $3 for each additional 100. For more information, call
the CAC at 782-5213 or 4679.
Off Base/Cell
Emergency
Commander’s
Hotline
063-470- After-hours medical
0911
advice
911
Crime Stop:
(to report a crime)
782-5444
Base Locator:
(after duty hours)
782-4743
Law Enforcement
desk
782-4944
Emergency Leave / Red Cross
IG Complaints
FWA Reporting:
MPF Initial Assignment Briefing
The next Initial Assignment Briefing
will be Dec. 6. The purpose of the
briefing is to provide face-to-face
guidance/instructions on obtaining
PCS orders & out-processing requirements as well as allow for Q&A. The
target audience are Airmen who
are within 6 months of their DEROS
month.
LOCATION: Base Theater
DATE & TIME: First Thursday of each
month @ 0900, 6 Dec 2012, 3 Jan
2013, 7 Feb 2013
Volunteer Tax Assistance Representatives
The Osan Legal Office will operate a tax
center to help active duty and retired
military personnel and their dependents meet their annual tax filing obligations. The center is looking for volunteers to work as Volunteer Income
Tax Assistance representatives. The Tax
Center will open its doors on Feb. 4,
2013. Anyone interested in volunteering during tax season should contact
SSgt. Gwendolyn Chapman at 784-4131
or Gwendolyn.chapman@us.af.mil
Radio frequency coordination
Any government purchased devices
that transmit radio frequency waves,
such as wireless keyboards, phones
and any type of radio, are required
to be coordinated with the 51st CS
Installation Spectrum Manager prior
to being used on the installation. Any
new or modified RF equipment should
be coordinated through the ISM office
to ensure compatibility to the existing
RF infrastructure. Call Staff Sgt. Chaffin at 784-5532 for more information.
Installation Security Section move
The 51st Security Forces Squadron
Installation Security Section has relocated to Bldg 406 next to the USO.
Services for physical security, resource protection, police services and
electronic security are now located
together in Bldg 406. Customer Service hours are 8 a.m.-5 p.m. MondayThursday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Friday. The
section is closed on weekends and
U.S. holidays. Call 784-2265 for more
information.
Base In-processing
All active duty Airmen are required to
attend base in-processing the duty day
after arrival. This mandatory briefing is
conducted Monday thru Friday (excluding holidays and family days) at 7:30
a.m. in The Mustang Club Bldg. 1313
Sneaker’s Lounge. Airmen must bring
the out-processing packet given to them
by their losing MPS/unit, at least ten
copies of their PCS orders, and a pen.
Please call the MPS Customer Support
at 784-1845 if you have any questions.
Obtaining PCS Orders
PCS orders can be processed as early as 120-days prior to your DEROS
month if all required documents have
been provided to Outbound Assignments. Once all documents have been
submitted, please allow 2-3 weeks for
your orders to be accessible in vMPF.
Please call Outbound Assignments at
784-7376 if you have questions.
Are you interested in joining the Honor Guard?
The Honor Guard is charged as the
elite unit to represent Team Osan and
the United States Air Force in dignified ceremonies around the Republic
of Korea. For more information about
Honor Guard, or to sign up for the
next training flight, call 784-8490 or
visit the Osan Air Base Honor Guard
Sharepoint at https://osan.eim.pacaf.af.mil/51FW/51MSG/51FSS/HG/
default.aspx and click on Prospective
Members.
Are you interested in improving your
public speaking skills?
Are you interested in improving your
public speaking skills? Then check out
the Mustang Mumblers! The Mustang
Mumblers is Osan AB’s chapter of Toast
Master International. Through the Mustang Mumblers, members will improve
on various types of public speaking as
well as acquiring leadership skills. The
Mustang Mumblers meet every Friday
at the chapel annex from 11:30 a.m. –
12:30 p.m. Please bring your lunch and
check us out! For more information
please contact Senior Airman Dorothy
Wheeler, VP of Public Relations for the
Mustang Mumblers.
Osan’s emergency phone numbers
Kunsan’s emergency phone numbers
Emergency Services
November 23, 2012
782-5224
782-4333
782-4850
(duty hours)
782-4942
(anytime)
Chaplain
782-6000
(After duty hours)
Sexual Assault
782-7272
Response
Coordinator (SARC)
782-4601 (on base)
1-800-733-2761 (anytime)
Emergency Services
(Fire, Medical,
Security Police)
Off Base/Cell
Emergency
911
Commander’s
Hotline
784-4811
031-6619111
Crime Stop:
(to report a crime)
784-5757
Emergency Room:
784-2500
IG Complaints
FWA Reporting:
784-1144
Base Locator:
(after duty hours)
784-4597
Emergency Leave
784-7000
Force Protection
Information Hotline:
115
Sexual Assault
Response
Coordinator (SARC)
784-7272
Chaplain
(After duty hours)
784-7000
Security Forces
Control Center
784-5515
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New Kyung Dong bus schedule (Yongsan - Osan - Humphreys)
MONDAY-FRIDAY
*
Lv. Yongsan
0550
0700
0830
1000
1100
1300
Ar. 121st GH
1430
***
1630
1720
1720
1900
2100
2200
1435
Lv. Osan AB
0650
0810
0940
1119
1210
1410
1540
1740
1830
---
2010
2210
2310
Ar. Humph
0740
0850
1020
1150
1250
1450
1630
1820
1910
1850
2050
2250
2400
**
*
Lv. Humph
---
0550
0700
0830
1000
1100
1230
1330
1530
1710
1910
2020
2200
Lv. Osan AB
0600
--
1750
0920
1050
1150
1320
1420
1620
1800
2000
2100
2240
0720
0850
0730
0900
1030
1200
1300
1430
1530
1730
1910
2100
2210
2340
Ar. 121st GH
Ar. Yongsan
0710
***
*
Bus stops at Humphreys main gate
** Bus stops at Yongsan Dragon Hill Lodge
*** Friday Only
WEEKEND & U.S HOLIDAYS
Fare (one way):
- The last route (Departure Time 2200hrs) will be operated on Sunday
- When US Holiday is designated on Monday.
- The last route (Departure Time 2200hrs) will be operated on US Holiday.
- The weekdays bus schedule will be operated on the Training Holidays.
Yongsan -> Osan: $5.60 (5,500 won)
Osan -> Humphreys: $3.25 (3,200 won)
Yongsan -> Humphrey: $6.25 (6200 won)
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* Bus stops at Humphreys main gate
*** Saturday Only
POC for the bus schedule - Osan: 784-6623, Yongsan: 723-4499, Humphreys: 753-7354
November 23, 2012
NEWS
C RIMSON S KY
| PAGE 19
Get into the Holiday Spirit
at the European Christmas Market
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Local news
C R I M S O N S K Y Gunsan to Hold International
Migratory Bird Festival
Korean Song & Spirit
‘Arirang’ Explained in English
Photos by Gunsan City
Photos by Jimoondang, Publisher
Korean Tourism Organization
The 2012 Gunsan International Migratory Bird Festival will take place from
November 21st through the 25th at Geumgang Migratory Bird Observatory and
Geumgang Marsh Ecological Park in Seongsan-myeon, Gunsan-si, Jeollabukdo Province.
Now in its 9th year, the annual festival presents a wide range of hands-on
programs that allow festival goers to experience the abundant ecological diversity of the Geumgang River basin. The main programs include a photo exhibition, migratory bird watching and feeding, and eco-camping. Above all, visitors
will have the pleasure of watching the magnificent scenes created by migratory
bird flocks flying gracefully through the air.
During the festival, admission to the Geumgang Migratory Bird Observatory is free of charge.
More info
< Gunsan International Migratory Bird Festival 2012 >
* Venue: Geumgang Migratory Bird Observatory & Geumgang Marsh Ecological Park (Jeollabuk-do Gunsan-si Seongsan-myeong)
* Period: Nov. 21-25, 2012
* Admission: Free
* Homepage:
Gunsan International Migratory Bird Festival - www.gmbo.kr (Korean)
Gunsan-si Culture Tour - http://tour.gunsan.go.kr (Korean)
* Festival Pamphlet: www.gmbo.kr (English)
* Gunsan Travel Guide E-book: http://tour.gunsan.go.kr/home/tour/ebook/
ebook_e/lifewz.htm (English)
* Inquiries: +82-63-453-7213~4 (Korean, English)
Courtesy of Gunsan International Migratory Bird Festival Organizing committee
November 23, 2012
Korean Tourism Organization
A book detailing the history of
Arirang, the famous Korean folk
song and spirit, in English has been
published.
Written by Kim Yeon Gap, “The
Culture of Arirang” is the first book
to fully explain Arirang’s terminology and concept in English, thereby
answering questions previously
posed by Koreans and non-Koreans
alike, as well as catering to the growing global interest in Korean popular
and traditional cultures.
“The Culture of Arirang” is now
available for purchase at large bookstores across Korea. It will also be
distributed worldwide through the
Korea Foundation, and delivered to
Arirang researchers both home and
abroad.
More info
< The Culture of Arirang >
* Publisher: Jimoondang
* Author: Kim Yeon Gap
* Translators: Ki Mee Yang, Lee
Jung Ha
* Price: 35,000 won
* Number of pages: 303
* Homepage: Jimmondang www.
jimoon.co.kr (Korean)
Youngpoong Bookstore www.ypbooks.co.kr (Korean)
Bandi & Luni’s Bookstore www.
bandinlunis.com (Korean)
* Inquries: +82-2-743-3192~3
(Korean)
Courtesy of Jimoondang
Seoul Portrayed in Images at Seoul Photo Festival
The 2012 Seoul Photo Festival
will take place from November
21st to December 30th at the Seoul
Museum of Art, Seoul City Hall,
and Seoul Museum of History.
Marking its third anniversary,
the festival is hosted by the Seoul
Metropolitan Government and
aims to provide an opportunity to
look into the capital city of Korea
through photo records. Under the
theme of “Village Community and
Photo Archives’, this year’s festival
will run for 40 days to feature two
main photo exhibitions – the main
exhibit and the special exhibit – as
well as special lecture programs in
the areas of humanities, sociology,
photography techniques with the
theme of Seoul. The exhibitions,
in particular, will not only feature
pictures of Seoul taken by professional photographers, but also pic-
tures by amateur photographers,
whose photos have been selected
through a nationwide contest.
Anyone interested in Seoul, its
history and its present, can enjoy
the festival free of charge.
More info
< 2012 Seoul Photo Festival >
* Venue: Seoul Museum of Art,
Seoul City Hall, Seoul Museum
of History (Seoul-si Jung-gu and
Jongno-gu)
* Period: November 21 – December 30, 2012
* Admission: Free
* Programs
Main exhibition (Part I, II)
Venue: Seoul Museum of Art,
Exhibition Hall (1F)
Opening Hours: 10:00 – 20:00
(Weekdays) / 10:00-18:00 (Weekends & public holidays)
*Closed on Monday
Special Exhibition
Venue: Seoul City Hall, Seoul
Museum of History Lobby
Opening Hours:
Seoul City Hall – 10:00 – 20:00
(Weekdays) / 10:00 – 18:00 (Weekends & public holidays)
Seoul Museum of History –
10:00 – 20:00 (Weekdays) / 09:00
– 18:00 (Weekends & public holidays)
*Closed on Monday
- Homepage: www.seoulphotofestival.com
- Inquiries:
Office of the Seoul Photo Festival: +82-70-8240-9902 (Korean)
Seoul 120 Dasan Call Center:
+82-2-120 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese, Vietnamese, Mongolian)
Courtesy of the Office of the
Seoul Photo Festival
November 23, 2012
Food
Make your own Kimchi!
C RIMSON S KY
| PAGE 21
Kimchi-making program at the Bucheon Kimchi Theme Park
Korean Tourism Organization
Photos by Korean Tourism Organization
Ever wanted to become a kimchi master, but don’t want to sacrifice too much
time from your trip? Well, here’s your answer! Located in Bucheon, Gyeonggi-do
Province close to the Incheon and Gimpo
international airports, the Kimchi Theme
Park offers a condensed yet authentic
kimchi-making program complete with
take-home recipes. The Kimchi Theme
Park is also located near hanok accommodations and places offering traditional
Korean wedding and folk game experiences, giving you an all-inclusive look at
some of Korea’s proudest traditions.
The kimchi-making program at the Kimchi Theme Park starts with a general
overview of kimchi followed by kimchi preparation and kimchi sampling. About
an hour in the length, the program introduces you to several different kinds of kimchi—pogi kimchi (kimchi made with whole Korean cabbage), baek kimchi (white
kimchi made without red pepper powder), and bossam kimchi (brined Korean cabbage stuffed and wrapped in cabbage leaves)—and gives you the freedom to choose
which type you’d like to make. After you’ve finished preparing and seasoning your
kimchi, you’ll get to reward yourself by sampling the kimchi along with rice cakes
and makgeolli wine (provided). Of course, the kimchi that you make in class is yours
to keep and groups of 20 or more can even get their kimchi delivered to the airport
for free. Take-home recipes for the types of kimchi covered in class are available in
Korean, English, and Japanese.
If you’ve ever wanted to learn the age-old tradition of making kimchi, now is the
time! From August to November (2012), the Kimchi Theme Park will be offering its
kimchi-making program for a specially discounted price of 10,000 won (regularly
30,000 won) to 500 lucky foreign tourists on a first-come, first-served basis. Groups
of five or more can also request instruction in English. To sign up for the kimchimaking program or inquire about this special discount, please call or visit the Kimchi
Theme Park in person.
* No documents required to sign-up! To sign-up for the program, simply fill
out the short registration form on the day of your visit. To make individual/group
reservations, request English services, or inquire about the aforementioned discount, please call in advance. Ever wanted to become a kimchi master, but don’t
want to sacrifice too much time from your trip? Well, here’s your answer! Located in Bucheon, Gyeonggi-do Province close to the Incheon and Gimpo international airports, the Kimchi Theme Park offers a condensed yet authentic
kimchi-making program complete with take-home recipes. The Kimchi Theme
Park is also located near hanok accommodations and places offering traditional
Korean wedding and folk game experiences, giving you an all-inclusive look at
some of Korea’s proudest traditions.
How to make Pogi Kimchi
One of the most common types of kimchi in Korea is pogi kimchi (kimchi made with whole Korean cabbage). A fixture on Korean tables both
at homes and in restaurants, pogi kimchi is fairly easy to make. Let’s take
a closer look at how to make this popular kimchi variety.
STEP 1 Preparing kimchi ingredients
Ingredients: 1/2 Korean cabbage, 2/3 radish, 1/2 cup salted
fish, 1 1/2 cup red pepper powder, 5 water parsley, 6 chives, broth
made with dried Pollack, 1/4 onions, 1 table spoon dried shrimp
powder, 1/3 cup glutinous rice porridge, minced ginger, 5 red
peppers, 1 table spoon sesame seeds, 2 jujubes
STEP 2: Salting the cabbage and making the seasoning
1. Choose a medium-sized Korean cabbage and slice it in half
lengthwise, removing any withered leaves. Sprinkle coarse sea salt
in between each layer of leaves and let the cabbage soak in salt
water for 8 to 12 hours.( Use about 3 cups of salt and 15 cups of water per each half.) Remove the cabbage and rinse it under running
water 3 or 4 times before placing it in a basket or bowl.
2. Julienne the radishes and cut the water parsley, chives, and
onions into strips measuring approximately 3 centimeters long.
Mince the garlic and ginger, and grind the salted fish.
3. In a large bowl, combine the red pepper powder, ground hot
peppers, broth, and glutinous rice porridge. Mix in the garlic, ginger, salted fish, and ground dried shrimp. Mix sesame seeds and
jujube with the vegetables from Step 2, and the kimchi stuffing is
all set.
STEP 3: Seasoning the cabbage
Starting with the outer layer and working your way in, take a
small amount of seasoning and spread it in between each layer
of leaves. Try to put more seasoning on the white parts of the cabbage as opposed to the green parts. After you’ve finished, use the
outermost leaf to wrap the cabbage tightly in a bundle. You can
eat the kimchi right away or let it sit for a day or two to ferment.
More Info
Kimchi Theme Park
Location: Bucheon Gongbang Street, near the Korea Manhwa Museum
(Gyeonggi-do Bucheon-si Wonmi-gu Sang-dong)
Directions
* Public transportation
- Songnae Station (Seoul Subway Line 1), Exit 2 ((North (Bukbu) Station Plaza)).
Take Bus 37 or 5-2 and get off at the Korea Manhwa Museum
(travel time: ~25 min) / or take a taxi (travel time: ~15 min)
- Bugae Station (Seoul Subway Line 1), Exit 2.
Take Bus 79 and get off at the Korean Manhwa Museum (travel time: ~20 min) /
or take a taxi (travel time: 10min)
Operating hours: 10:00-18:00 (closed on Mondays)
Blog: http://blog.naver.com/kimchik1 (Korean)
Program time: approx. 60 min
To apply: Make a reservation on the blog or by phone
((+82-70-4251-1212 (Korean))
Program fee: 30,000 won per person (includes packaging of kimchi made in class)
* From August to the end of November 2012, the program is available for 10,000
won for up to 500 foreign visitors.
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C R I M S O N S K Y Goings on around town
PREVIEW+
The article courtesy of Seoul magazine
**ENGLISH BOOKING
http://ticket.interpark.com/global,
http://ticket.yes24.com/Home/PerfFN/PerfListFN.aspx
November 23, 2012
ELTON JOHN—LIVE IN SEOUL
* Gymnasium No. 1,
Olympic Park Nov
27, 8pm
* VIP: 250,000 won, SR:
198,000 won, R: 176,000
won, S: 132,000 won, A:
110,000 won, B: 77,000
won (02) 3141-3488
* Olympic Park Station,
Line 5, Exit 3.
* Ticket: http://ticket.interpark.com/global
* How big is Elton John
in Korea? His first concert here in 2004 drew
25,000 fans despite bad weather and ticket prices of 300,000
won.
His upcoming show is part of his “40th Anniversary of the Rocket
Man Tour,” to mark, oddly enough, the 40th anniversary of the release of his hit song “Rocket Man.” This is the most awaited concert of the season, so get your tickets now if you want a chance
at getting in.
PHANTOM OF THE OPERA
STING:
Back to Bass Tour - Live in Seoul
* Gymnasium No. 1, Olympic Park Dec 5, 8pm
* FR: 198,000 won, R: 165,000 won, S: 132,000 won, A: 99,000 won,
B: 77,000 won, (02) 332-3277
* Olympic Park Station, Line 5, Exit 3.
* Ticket: http://ticket.interpark.com/global
* The “Back to Bass” tour—which garnered rave reviews in Europe and North America—continues on, with Sting performing
many of his greatest hits, stripped down, with a 5-piece band. It
has been 25 years since Sting launched his solo career—tack on
another 8 years with the Police—but he’s lost none of his mojo. In
Asia, Sting will be joined by his longtime guitarist Dominic Miller,
drummer Vinnie Colaiuta, keyboardist David Sancious, fiddler
Peter Tickell and vocalist Jo Lawry.
MAXWELL
- WORLD WINTER WARM UP
*Olympic Hall, Olympic Park Dec 8, 7pm
*FR: 198,000 won, R:
165,000 won, S: 132,000
won, A: 99,000 won, B:
77,000 won
*(02) 3143-5156 www.
s2enter.com Olympic Park
Station, Line 5, Exit 3.
*Ticket: http://ticket.interpark.com/global
*Maxwell,
the
charttopping,
arena-filling
soul superstar celebrated for his show-stopping
performances,
has been working on
“BlackSUMMERS’night,”
the second of his planned
trilogy, and his “World Winter Warm Up” tour will preview some
songs from the upcoming album while also featuring material
from his four platinum records. Maxwell might have debuted in
1996, but this is his first tour to Asia.
* Blue Square Dec 7—Jan
13, 2013
* VIP: 160,000 won, R: 130,000
won, S: 90,000 won, A: 70,000
won, B: 50,000 won 1577-3363
* Hangangjin Station, Line 6.
Take the passage between
Exit 2 & 3. [ F2]
* Ticket: http://ticket.interpark.
com/global
* ”The Phantom of the Opera,”
which premiered in London’s
West End in ’86 and New York’s
Broadway in ’88, embodies
the history of musical theater.
With over 5.6 million dollars in
ticket sales,”The Phantom of the Opera” has been performed
over 65,000 times and seen by 130 million people in 145 cities in
27 countries, making it the world’s most spectacular musical. Officially listed in the Guinness Book of World Records on September 5th, 2012, as the longest-running show on Broadway, ”The
Phantom of the Opera” has carved its own niche in musical history and verified its status as the most unsurpassed musical in the
world.
The 38th Seoul Independent Film Festival
* CGV Apgujeong Nov 29 Dec 7
* General Screening: 6,000 won
* (02) 362-9513 www.siff.or.kr [ B1]
* Presented by the Association
of Korean Independent Film &
Video, Seoul Independent Film
Festival (SIFF) is undoubtedly one
of the most exemplary independent film events in Korea. It began in 1975 as the Korean Youth
Film Festival, and its journey in
becoming what is now the Korean Independent Short Film
Festival has left a memorable
footprint in the history of Korean
independent cinema. Held every December, SIFF is a competition film festival and covers all sorts of forms and film genres.
It also provides an opportunity for independent filmmakers to
meet and develop solidarity and a mutual understanding. This
year’s opening film is “Myselves” by director Boo Ji-young.
culture
November 23, 2012
C RIMSON S KY
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Music, Arts, Performances & Festivals
Korean Tourism Organization
Museum
R: 110,000 won, S: 80,000 won,
A: 50,000 won
(02) 6391-6333
www.musicalrudolf.co.kr
Maria Maria
Theater Yong
Nov 17—Dec 30
VIP: 100,000 won,
R: 70,000 won, S: 40,000 won
(02) 324-5551, www.themaria.co.kr
Ichon Station, Lines 1
(Jungang Line) & 4, Exit 3.
Assassins
The Best under Heaven,
the Celadons of Korea
National Museum of Korea
Thru Dec 16
3,000 won
(02) 2077-9000
www.museum.go.kr
Ichon Station, Lines 1
(Jungang Line) & 4, Exit 3.
Doosan Art Center
Nov 20—Feb 3, 2013
VIP: 80,000 won, R: 60,000 won,
S: 40,000 won
(02) 744-4337
http://blog.naver.com
/2012assassin
Bosingak (Belfry) Daily
Bell-Ringing Ceremony
Bosingak Belfry
11:30am—12:20pm
(except Mondays)
Free
(02) 120, www.royalguard.or.kr
Art Exhibitions
Korean Traditional
Ceremonies
Ancient Glass of Mediterranean
Sea & West Asia
Special Exhibition Gallery, National
Museum of Korea
Nov 27—Feb 17, 2013
Free
(02) 2077-9000
www.museum.go.kr
Ichon Station, Lines 1
(Jungang Line) & 4, Exit 3.
Classical Music
Lang Lang
Piano Concerto Concert
Concert Hall, Seoul Arts Center
Nov 28, 8pm
R: 160,000 won, S: 120,000 won,
A: 90,000 won, B: 60,000 won
(02) 541-3183, www.sac.or.kr
Nambu Bus Terminal Station,
Line 3, Exit 5. Transfer to shuttle bus,
or green bus No. 4429.
Musicals
Chungmu Art Hall
Nov 10—Jan 27, 2013
VIP: 130,000 won,
Special Exhibition
Hangaram Design Museum, Seoul
Arts Center
Nov 8—Mar 24, 2013
Admission: TBA
(02) 724-2900, www.sac.or.kr
Nambu Bus Terminal Station,
Line 3, Exit 5. Transfer to shuttle bus,
or green bus No. 4429.
Other Events
Deoksugung Project
Changing of the Royal Guard at
Gyeongbokgung Palace
Hongnyemun Gate
10am, 11am, noon, 1pm, 2pm
& 3pm (except Tuesdays)
Free
(02) 3700-3900
www.royalpalace.go.kr
Changing of the Royal Guard at
Deoksugung Palace
Daehanmun Gate
11am, 2pm, 3:30pm
(except Mondays)
Free
(02) 3707-8414
www.royalguard.or.kr
Contemporary Art
National Art Museum, Deoksugung
Thru Dec 2
3,000 won (including Deoksugung
Palace entrance fee)
(02) 2188-6000, www.moca.go.kr
Time Spectrum
Contemporary Art
Sky Art Gallery, 63 City
Thru Dec 2
Adults: 12,000 won,
Children: 11,000 won
(02) 789-6363, www.63.co.kr
Yeouinaru Station, Line 5, Exit 4. Walk
80m in the direction of MBC.
Testing Testing 1.2.3
Contemporary Art
Songeun Art Space
Nov 6—Dec 11
Free
(02) 3448-0100
www.songeunartspce.org
Namsan Palgakjeong (Pavilion) /
Namsan Bongsudae
3pm—3:30pm (except Mondays) /
10am—12:30pm (except Mondays)
Free
www.royalguard.or.kr
Bus: yellow bus No. 2 & 3
Cable car: Myeong-dong Station,
Line 4, Exit 3.
Elevator: located in front of Namsan
3rd Tunnel
Voyage of Chocolate
Korea Design Center
Thru Dec 30
12,000 won
(031) 788-7978~9
Yatap Station, Bundang Line, Exit 4.
Regular Events
Korean Traditional Stage, MISO
An exemplary show of Korean culture and tradition
Chongdong Theater
Daily (no performance on Mondays)
4pm, 8pm
R: 50,000 won, S: 40,000 won,
A: 30,000 won
(02) 751-1500
www.koreamiso.com
Nanta
Namsan Bongsudae (Beacon
Tower) Traditional Culture Concert | Lighting Ceremony
Das Musical Rudolf
Van Gogh in Paris
Dream Walking_Magical Reality
National Museum of Contemporary
Art, Korea
Oct 23—Jun 9, 2013
Admission: TBA
(02) 2188-6000, www.moca.go.kr
Seoul Grand Park Station, Line 4, Exit
4. Take the shuttle bus.
A nonverbal performance that
showcases the rhythmic energy of
Korean culture
Jeong-dong
Mon—Sun 5pm, 8pm
Myeong-dong
Mon—Sun 2pm, 5pm, 8pm
Hongdae
Mon—Sun 5pm, 8pm
VIP: 60,000 won,
S: 50,000 won,
(Myeong-dong seat A: 40,000 won)
(02) 739-8288
www.nanta.co.kr/en