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Friday, February 5, 2021 | Vol. 46, Number 5 z Former 349th officer earns award PAGE 2 z Base leaders get hands on with 60th FSS PAGE 19
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Association honors former 349th AMW leader Black officers commanded regiment during WWI
Daily Republic Staff Report a tremendous partner for staff, Education programs. Kevin Braafladt Saint Mihiel with the French
SCOE and the U.S. Air Force,” The Fairfield High gradu- FIRST ARMY SUPPORT COMMAND HISTORIAN in 1918, Argonne Forest, St.
FAIRFIELD, Calif. — Susan Solano County Superinten- ate is a lieutenant colonel in the Gobain Forest, Bosi de Morti-
Labrecque, director of resource dent of Schools Lisette Estrel- Air Force Reserves. She also ROCK ISLAND ARENAL, er, Mont des Signes, Oise-Aisne
development and transition ser- la-Henderson said in the state- served six years of active duty, Illinois — The 370th Infantry Canal, Laon, Grandlup, Sois-
vices for the Solano County Of- ment. including a deployment in Af- Regiment, 93rd Infantry Divi- sons, and Oise-Aisne and Lor-
fice of Education, has been Labrecque is a former 349th ghanistan in 2010. sion during World War I stands raine offensives. One battalion
named the Career Technical Air Mobility Wing leader and Labrecque was also recog- out as one of the fascinating ac- of the regiment, under the com-
Education Administrator of the now serves as the deputy di- nized by the Association of Cal- counts and lessons that can be mand of Lt. Col. Otis B. Dun-
Year by the Association of Cal- rector of Mortuary and Casu- ifornia School Administrators found in history. can, was engaged in the pursuit
ifornia School Administrators. alty Affairs at the Pentagon. for “consistently being com- Its history and contributions of the retreating enemy far in
The award is given to indi- She commanded the 349th mitted to equity in student out- are often lost in the confusion of advance, when halted by the ar-
viduals for “significant contri- Force Support Squadron from comes and educational oppor- the war; however, some physi- mistice.
butions to education through November 2013 to September tunities.” cal traces of its legacy remain. For its actions during the
outstanding performance and 2017. “She has been a strong advo- The 370th is one of few Af- war, the members of the 370th
achievements,” according to Labrecque joined the Of- cate for students’ rights to qual- rican American regiments that received 21 Distinguished Ser-
a statement from the Office of fice of Education in 1995 as a ity instruction and has been served in combat in World War vice Crosses, one Distinguished
Education. vocational specialist to sup- innovative in removing barri- U.S. Air Force photo/Master Sgt. Robert Wade I and notably was the only reg- Service Medal and 68 Croix de
“We are thrilled to see Su- port the employment needs of ers for students,” the statement Then-Capt. Susan Labrecque, center, promotes to the rank of major iment commanded entirely by Guerre. Notably, Duncan was
san recognized as an ACSA ad- students with different abili- said. “Susan has a deep com- during a pin-on ceremony in March 2012 at Travis Air Force Base, black officers. Yet few people awarded a Croix de Guerre of
ministrator of the year. She is ties. Labrecque in her current mitment to inclusive decision California. Labrecque, a former 349th Air Mobility Wing leader, was know about this unit of young the 370th and was additional-
an inspiring woman who is a job oversees Workforce Devel- making with students’ best in- recently named the Career Technical Education Administrator of the Black men, which served along- ly the highest-ranking African
true advocate for students, and opment and Career Technical terests in mind.” Year by the Association of California School Administrators. side First Army during World American officer to serve in
War I. World War I combat.
Exchange helps make memories with Valentine’s Day gifts The unit’s lineage is tied pri-
marily to the 8th Illinois Regi-
ment, originally formed in 1898
Officers of the 370th (Old 8th Illinois) stand on the deck of the La France IV before landing in New York City.
U.S. Army photo
The regiment would wear
the distinctive blue helmet
patch denoting the wearing of
by Gov. John R. Tanner of Il- French equipment during the
Nguyen Ai Vy Tran decorations and other Valen- their loved ones with diamonds single transaction. This ex- sanitized, secure shopping dur- From left are 2nd Lt. Lawson Price, 2nd Lt. L. W. Stearls, 2nd Lt. Ed. White, 2nd Lt. Eli F. E. Williams, 1st Lt.
linois. Gov. Tanner authorized war. Immediately upon the
ARMY & AIR FORCE EXCHANGE tine’s Day essentials. are also in luck – from Feb. 12- cludes smart and/or fitness ing the COVID-19 pandemic, Oasola Browning, Capt. Louis B. Johnson, 1st Lt. Frank Bates, and 1st Lt. Binga Desmond.
the formation of a regiment of 370th’s return from France, the
SERVICE PUBLIC AFFAIRS Starting Feb. 10, shoppers 14, diamonds will be 10% off, watches, prior purchases, lay- offering buy online, pick up in
Black Soldiers recruited from nearly 3,000 strong at the time Black men drafted in South Belgium during the war. The Black communities of Chica-
can pick up fresh flowers – with an additional 10% taken aways, concessionaires, Ex- store and curbside pickup op-
communities in Chicago and of mobilization. Carolina. Soldiers fought hard, so hard go began fundraising to erect
Travis Air Force Base Air- ranging from $5.99 to $29.99 – off when a Military Star card change Online MarketPlace, tions for minimal-contact or
Springfield. The regiment was After completion of train- Upon arrival in France, the that the Germans who fought a monument to the 370th Regi-
men and family members can at the Travis AFB Main Ex- is used. NEX, CGX and MCX. The offer contactless shopping.
making history as it was the ing in March 1918, the regiment 93rd Division and its regiments them gave them the nickname ment, “Black Devils.” The mon-
make their sweethearts smile change and Express. Through April 29, Military ends at 9:59 PT on the final day Delivery of flowers and food only unit to be led by Black of- ument was completed in 1928
this Valentine’s Day by pick- At ShopMyExchange.com, Star cardholders will also re- of the promotion. from ShopMyExchange.com is shipped out to Newport News, were assigned to the French “Schwarze Teufel,” translat-
ficers to fight in the Spanish and dedicated Nov. 11, which is
ing up a heartfelt gift from the shoppers can find an exten- ceive 0% interest and no pay- “A thoughtful Valentine’s available in the continental Virginia, where the 370th first army. At the time, it was said ing to “Black Devils,” for their
American War. Armistice Day.
Army & Air Force Exchange sive Valentine’s Day gift guide, ments for 12 months for any Day gift is the perfect way to United States only. Flower de- met the other 93rd Division reg- to be a temporary arrangement ferocity in combat. The 370th
The 8th Illinois regiment The legacy of the 370th In-
Service. which features jewelry, fra- jewelry or watch purchase of show your sweetheart that no livery orders should be placed was mobilized in October 1917 iments (369, 371st and 372nd with the plan that they would be Infantry served with distinc- fantry is borne today by the
At the Travis AFB main Ex- grances and gift sets, candy, $799 or more. The offer is val- matter how tough things have before Feb. 10 to ensure deliv- and re-designated as the 370th Infantry Regiments). The rest regrouped as an American di- tion along with the French 34th, 178th Infantry Regiment, Illi-
change and Express locations, fresh flowers delivered to your id at any Army & Air Force Ex- been over the past year, you are ery by Feb. 14. Infantry Regiment and shipped of the Soldiers were comprised vision. This was never done, as 36th and 59th Infantry Divi- nois National Guard. In 2008,
shoppers can choose from a va- sweetheart’s doorstep, entrees change Service facility and still by their side,” said Phonda Military shoppers, includ- south by train to Camp Lo- of National Guard units from the regiments remained with sions, earning streamers for the the unit deployed to Pak-
riety of chocolate and candy and sides for a romantic dinner shopmyexchange.com. It must Bishop, Travis AFB Exchange ing honorably discharged vet- gan on the outskirts of Hous- the states of New York, Illinois, French army until the close of battles of Lorraine and Oise- tia Province, Afghanistan, in
sets. The main Exchange also for two, and other gift ideas. be a jewelry and/or watch pur- general manager. erans and veterans with a ton, Texas, as this was the usu- Connecticut, Maryland, Massa- hostilities. Aisne. support of Operation Endur-
offers adorable gifts, festive Shoppers looking to dazzle chase of $799 or more in a The Exchange delivers safe, See MEMORIES Page 18 al training camp for Illinois chusetts, Ohio, Tennessee, the The men of the 370th fought Sectors occupied and en- ing Freedom. The Soldiers re-
Guard units. The regiment was District of Columbia and from with distinction in France and gagements participated in were turned home in 2009.
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Quantico Total Force Fitness aims for holistic approach
closes out Health.mil looking at our people as the greatest as-
set,” said Dr. Patricia Deuster, professor
cold case
What does it take to reach and sus- at the Uniformed Services University
tain an optimal level of military fitness, and executive director of the Consor-
health, and performance? tium for Health and Military Perfor-
As with any journey, a roadmap can mance. “That means taking care of
Wayne Amann point out the best path. Total Force Fit- them in every domain of TFF – from nu-
AIR FORCE OFFICE OF SPECIAL
ness provides the military community tritional and physical fitness to social
INVESTIGATIONS PUBLIC AFFAIRS
with that roadmap to reach their peak and spiritual fitness – as they service
performance. and sacrifice for our country.”
QUANTICO, Va. — Two
Introduced to the Department of De- Total Force Fitness gets away from
years ago, Patrick Pipkins, Air
fense in 2009, Total Force Fitness is a one-size-fits-all model for health and
Force Office of Special Investi-
a framework that helps warfighters, performance. It allows your identity,
gations special agent, did what
their family members, and military culture, and mission to shape your quest
his chief of the OSI Cold Case
units reach and sustain optimal, holis- for total fitness. Everyone’s mission de-
Team called, “some amazing
tic health and performance in a way that mands, occupational risks, culture, and
work,” to locate an Air Force
aligns with their mission, culture, and mission-essential skills are different,
deserter who went missing in
identity. By taking a holistic approach to so their approaches to sustaining health
1984.
improving warfighter performance, To- and performance need to be different.
At the time of her disappear-
tal Force Fitness also serves as the Mil- “For service members to meet and
ance it was believed the Air-
itary Health System’s connection to first excel in their performance, it’s impor-
man took off with a married
line of effort in the current National De- tant for them to pay attention to all eight
man who had parentally kid- U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Eugene Oliver
fense Strategy – building a more lethal life domains. Understanding the inter-
napped his 4-year-old son. Nei- Air Force Senior Airman Erick Requadt climbs a dirt incline May 4, 2019, during the Moody
force.
ther the Airman, the man, nor Mud Run in Ray City, Georgia. About 850 airmen, military family members and others in the section of the Total Force Fitness do-
“The DOD is increasingly recog-
the son were heard from since community participated in the event. mains is crucial to optimizing perfor-
nizing that people represent our great-
1984. beyond just physical fitness by focus- and physical readiness tests, the em- mance and readiness,” said O’Connor.
est asset, and the human weapon sys-
The Air Force, the Airman’s ing on your whole self and those life do- phasis is on your muscular strength and “For example, it’s possible to assist in
tem is the priority investment to ensure
family and the son’s moth- mains that are key to holistic military cardiovascular endurance. However, the management of depression by lever-
readiness, said retired Army Col. (Dr.)
er were left with unanswered wellness. Your total fitness includes many other things – such as the quality aging your social relationships, chang-
Francis O’Connor, professor in the De-
U.S. Air Force photo/Master Sgt. R.J. Biermann questions about the trio’s fate. eight domains: social, physical, envi- of your sleep, what you’re eating, and re- ing your diet, and getting more exer-
Medical technicians from the 375th Medical Group transport litters up a newly constructed Patient Loading System and onto a KC-135 partment of Military and Emergen-
Fast forward to 2019, when ronmental, medical and dental preven- actions to any supplements you might be cise. In addition, your mental health can
Stratotanker Jan. 26 at Scott Air Force Base, Illinois. The PLS is a portable and constructable ramp used to safely on and offload patients cy Medicine at the Uniformed Services
Pipkins, through some innova- tive care, ideological and spiritual, nu- taking – can impact your performance. boost your cardiovascular health and
to high-deck aircraft, such as the KC-10 Extender, KC-46 Pegasus and KC-135 Stratotanker. University and the medical director of
tive data mining, determined physical fitness – mental imagery can
the Consortium for Health and Military tritional, psychological, and financial Your mental focus, environment, and
all three missing persons had
Innovation faces demonstration
Performance. “Total Force Fitness is health. support system of training partners play help.”
assumed new identities and set- The Human Performance Resourc-
the framework that links the vision with In any given situation, you may draw a role too.
tled in Little Rock, Arkansas. es by CHAMP, at the Uniformed Ser-
practical implementation.” on each Total Force Fitness domain to “Total Force Fitness has become a
Unfortunately, all three died vice University of Health Sciences in
Total Force Fitness suggests you re- perform well. For example, if you’re get- priority across the DOD because lead-
of natural causes within a two
consider what it means to be healthy ting ready to take your physical fitness ers understand the importance of See APPROACH Page 16
year span dating back to 2007-
Master Sgt. R.J. Biermann Eight medical tech- the system within eight the KC-135.
2009.
AIR MOBILITY COMMAND PUBLIC AFFAIRS nicians from the 375th hours. Despite having nev- During AE missions
“We also learned prior to
Medical Group were first er seen it before, the team that use low-deck aircraft,
his death, the son fathered two
SCOTT AIR FORCE trained on how to construct met all assembly require- such as the C-17 Globemas-
children,” said John Fine, OSI
BASE, Ill. — Air Mobili- the system, then assembled ments. They also provided ter III and C-130 Hercules, Cold Case Team chief. “As part
ty Command hosted the fi- it to demonstrate the capa- invaluable feedback to im- patients can simply be car- of our efforts to confirm the
nal operational demonstra- bility to AMC leaders. prove instructions and ease ried on and off the aircraft. identity of the Air Force desert- *10'56'6*+%#.2'4510#.
tion for the Patient Loading “Our AE system is de- of assembly as the system But high-deck aircraft er, we partnered with the Na-
System at Scott Air Force signed to make us self-suf- moves to final production. present a unique challenge. tional Center for Missing and
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Base, Jan. 25-28. ficient, so we don’t have to “The ability to config- “For our high-deck air-
craft, we need a mecha-
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and constructable ramp load our patients or equip- requirements of all three One of those tests confirmed
used to safely on and ment,” said Lt. Col. Todd high-deck aircraft allows from the ground to deck the son’s identity, so 35 years Family owned and operated.
offload patients to high- Roman, medical modern- us to be adaptable to the level,” Roman said. “The
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later, his mother finally had Owner…Don Westhaver,
deck aircraft, such as the ization division chief at the aircraft available, even in PLS is designed to provide some answers. Despite the sad
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KC-10 Extender, KC-46 AMC Office of the Surgeon the most resource-limited a safe, alternative meth- news, she also learned she had Proud Military Parents
Pegasus and KC-135 Stra- General. “We have to teach environment,” West said. od to loading patients when two new grandchildren.
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totanker. our staff to put this togeth- The current PLS design mechanical means are not “We learned from NCMEC
“This upgraded system er, which is what we’re do- has multiple drawbacks, available. that in the very near future the
represents a new frontier ing this week. We’re also including weight limita- “This is a significant ac- grandmother will meet two of
in our ability to support the testing to see how long it tions and steeper ramp in- complishment from a stra- her grandchildren for the first
global aeromedical evacu- takes to put it together.” cline. Additionally, since it tegic standpoint, because time,” Fine said.
ation mission,” said Brig. According to Roman, the was designed for Civil Air in this peer/near-peer com- According to NCMEC “The
Gen. Norman West, AMC goal is for an eight-person Reserve Fleet aircraft, its petition, we can now use children were found in Little
command surgeon. medical team to construct military utility is limited to See INNOVATION Page 16 Rock, Arkansas, in a loving fos- First Time Customers:
Bring ad in for visual 26 pt inspection
ter home.”
See COLD CASE Page 16
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6 Tailwind Air Force February 5, 2021 February 5, 2021 Air Force Tailwind 7
Camp enriches education for Kenyan students CMSAF joins
Master Sgt. Marie Brown
435TH AIR EXPEDITIONARY WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS
RAMSTEIN AIR BASE, Germany —
Base Squadron chaplain. “It wasn’t until
the end of October 2020 that we reestab-
lished our laces with the community and
the mayor.”
virtual training
American cultural anthropologist Mar- The group of volunteers began to Master Sgt. Mike R. Smith remote EPME – which shifted
garet Mead once said, “Never doubt that spread the call for help. With the use of I.G. BROWN TRAINING to online classes last June and
a small group of thoughtful, committed secured media and the military commu- AND EDUCATION CENTER graduated thousands from
citizens can change the world; indeed, nity, they were able to get around $3K in their homes during the pan-
it’s the only thing that ever has.” donations. MCGHEE TYSON AIR demic.
Members of Camp Simba Manda Bay “These donations helped us hire labor NATIONAL GUARD BASE, She spoke on the Air
have put Mead’s words into practice and and procure construction material to fin- Tenn. — Chief Master Sgt. of Force’s challenges in read-
changed the lives of about 120 students ish up the elementary school,” Gonzalez- the Air Force JoAnne S. Bass iness in the coming decade
in the village of Magogoni in Lamu, Ke- Vargas said. joined a teleconference with and how the all-volunteer
nya. “With the four additional classrooms, more than 300 Airmen en- force will train and devel-
After visiting the village in 2017, the school will have a capacity to accom- rolled virtually in the Non- op through total force talent-
members of CSMB noticed that the com- modate approximately 120 students up to commissioned Officer Acad- management to ensure strong
munity did not have a school. Young chil- eighth grade,” Kinyanjui said. “The pre- emy and Airman Leadership 2030 Airmen. She also ex-
dren were being taught on a rented space vious existing classrooms held approxi- School with instructors at pressed her appreciation to
constructed from mud. Older children Courtesy photo mately 35 students.” the Lankford Enlisted Pro- Airmen and their families for
had to walk three miles, one way, to get to The new primary school in Magogoni Village, Lamu, Kenya awaits the welcome of more than After three years, two separate de- fessional Military Education their sacrifices and service
a government-provided school. 120 students through its doors Jan. 9. Beginning in October 2020, a group of more than 15 ployment rotations and donations from Center in East Tennessee. during the COVID-19 pan-
“The route was dangerous,” said Paul U.S. Air Force, U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command personnel and 35 more than 30 individuals, class is now “She understands the chal- demic.
Kinyanjui, Camp Simba Charity coordi- back in session for students from Ma-
U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Milton Hamilton lenges of this COVID(-19) en- “You continue to support,
Kenyan volunteers started working to fund and restart the local school expansion. U.S. Army paratroopers assigned to the 1st Squadron (Airborne), 91st Cavalry Regiment, 173rd Airborne
nator and volunteer. “There were wild gogoni, Kauthara, Bora Imani and Sina vironment on the EPME en- and you continue to raise your
Mbio villages. Brigade, assigned to Grafenwoehr Training Area, Germany, prepare to board a C-130J Super Hercules aircraft terprise,” said Chief Master hand and be part of the 1%
animals and terror gangs.” decided to embark on a second project Special Operations Command personnel Jan. 20 at Ramstein Air Base, Germany. The paratroopers conducted static-line jumps into Grafenwoehr
After a call to action, service mem- consisting of a much-needed improved and 35 Kenyan volunteers started work- “In December 2020 we finally re- Sgt. Steven Durrance, Lank- that serve our nation,” Bass
ceived the certificate of registration Training Area while being supported by 37th Airlift Squadron pilots and loadmasters. ford Center commandant. said. “And that is not lost on
bers and contractors at CSMB chipped and permanent structure and four more ing to fund and restart the local school
in and completed the construction of the classrooms. expansion for the village of Magogoni. from the Kenya Department of Educa- “As a former EPME instruc- us.”
Services boost interoperability
first four classrooms in September 2018. Due to insufficient funds, the develop- “COVID-19 strangled and limited our tion for the now-official Magogoni Pri- tor, Chief Bass has that expe- The chief answered nearly
Then, due to an increase in the number ment was stopped. In October 2020, how- relationship and regular contact with the mary School,” Gonzalez-Vargas said. rience speaking with fellow two dozen questions generat-
of people in the village and the success ever, a group of more than 15 U.S. Air community,” said Capt. Francisco Gon- “As of Monday, Jan. 11, 2021, Magogoni Airmen, and she approaches ed by each of the EPME class-
these opportunities with the es’ flights. She discussed is-
of the first project, Camp Simba Charity Force and U.S. Marine Corps Forces, zalez-Vargas, 475th Expeditionary Air See KENYAN Page 15 Senior Airman Milton Hamilton expanded its responsibilities, and their joint partners in the same amount of zeal as she sues on Airmen development,
86TH AIRLIFT WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS aligning with the U.S Army 37th AS routinely conduct de- did in the classroom.” diversity, and resiliency. She
Southern European Task Force ployment readiness exercis- Bass offered her enlisted also provided her position
RAMSTEIN AIR BASE, – Africa, and gained expanded es from both Germany and It- viewpoint Feb. 1, during the on responsible social media,
Germany — The U.S. Army’s alert requirements supporting aly into numerous drop zones total force students’ closing
173rd Airborne Brigade, joined U.S. Africa Command in ad- in Europe. Exercises like this weeks of virtual in-resident See CMSAF Page 15
forces with the 37th Airlift dition to U.S. European Com- set the foundation for expand-
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Quartet’s courage remembered on Chaplains Day VCSAF
sees
Chaplain Brett Barner
and Chaplain Mark Schutzius
Commentary
58TH SPECIAL OPERATIONS WING AT KIRTLAND
AIR FORCE BASE, NEW MEXICO, AND 336TH TRAINING
was struck by a German submarine
torpedo. There were 902 servicemen,
change
GROUP AT FAIRCHILD AIR FORCE BASE, WASHINGTON
merchant seamen and civilian work-
J OINT BASE SAN ANTO- ers aboard the ship that sank only 150
NIO-RANDOLPH, Tex- miles from its destination. Hundreds
as — As chaplains, we want lost their lives, but the story of the self-
step up
you to know that we care. less acts and bravery of four chaplains
who went down with Dorchester was
No matter what it is you are facing,
carried in the memories of those who
we are here as a resource and offer you Courtesy photo
survived. Shown are the official photos of the U.S. Army chaplains, Lt. George Fox, a Methodist
100% confidentiality.
U.S. Army chaplains, Lt. George minister; Lt. Alexander Goode, a Jewish rabbi; Lt. John Washington, a Roman Catholic
A chaplain’s ear is the safest space Fox, a Methodist minister; Lt. Alex- Secretary of the Air Force
in the Defense Department for privi- priest; and Lt. Clark Poling, a Dutch Reformed minister. All four perished with the sinking of
ander Goode, a Jewish rabbi; Lt. John Public Affairs
leged communication, no matter your the SS Dorchester (SC-290583) after being struck by a German torpedo, Feb. 3, 1943. In
Washington, a Roman Catholic priest; 1988, Congress honored them by establishing Feb. 3 as Four Chaplains Day.
faith, background or beliefs. and Lt. Clark Poling, a Dutch Re- ARLINGTON, Va. – Malm-
Dedication to the service of others formed minister gave their lives as cold and the ship was sinking quick- going the wrong way and asked where strom Air Force Base, Montana,
has been the foundation of the Chap- their final act reinforcing today’s vi- ly. Naturally, people began to panic and he was going. “To get my gloves,” Ma- welcomed Gen. David Allvin
lain Corps from the start, and each sion of the Air Force Chaplains Corps: feared for their lives. These chaplains honey responded. Rabbi Goode told during his first visit to the field
year in February, this legacy is com- “To care for Airmen more than anyone brought a sense of calm and peace in a him to take his gloves, but Mahoney re- as the Air Force’s vice chief of
memorated. On Feb. 3, 1943, the SS thinks possible.” time of incredible uncertainty. One ac- sisted. He contended that he couldn’t staff, Jan. 29.
Dorchester (SC-290583), a coastal pas- Amidst the terror and confusion, the count says that petty officer John Ma- take the chaplain’s own gloves. “Nev- The visit provided Allvin the
senger steamship headed toward an four chaplains began to guide and di- honey headed back towards his cab- er mind, I have two pairs,” Rabbi opportunity to meet with – and
American military base in Greenland, rect everyone on board. It was dark, in when Rabbi Goode noticed he was See CHAPLAINS Page 12 personally recognize – the 341st
Missile Wing’s Total Force Air-
Air Force institutes
U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Dwane R. Young men who support, safeguard
U.S. Navy EA-18G Growler aircraft assigned to Electronic Attack Squadron 132 at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island, Washington, sit Jan. and execute the nation’s long-
26 next to F-22 Raptors assigned to Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardason, Alaska, during Red Flag 21-1 at Nellis AFB, Nevada. Red Flag is range precision nuclear strike
You Served. You Save.
the U.S. Air Force’s premier air-to-air combat training exercise, which provides aircrews the experiences of multiple, intensive air combat capability.
Office of Diversity
sorties in the safety of a training environment. “Malmstrom is home to
world-class Airmen whose com-
Joint training powers warfighters
petence and professionalism
sustain our most critical un-
CAL ROOFING SYSTEMS DIXON LANDSCAPE
MATERIALS
and Inclusion Airman 1st Class of joint partners and allies at together, building a stron- aircraft are not readily seen
dertaking as a service – nu-
clear deterrence,” Allvin said.
“Their laser-focused commit-
ment to upholding the exacting
Dwane Young Red Flag 21-1. ger, more lethal and adapt- during missions. standards our nation expects of
Secretary of the Air Force Concepts Development and
Vacaville, CA 95688 150 E. H St. 57TH WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS Teams are given three able force. “We support the fighters our nuclear force is truly awe
Public Affairs Management Office, Secretary
weeks of working and train- “This is as close to actual by employing tactical jam-
(707) 447-3132 Dixon, CA 95620 of the Air Force. inspiring. They execute a no-
NELLIS AIR FORCE ing together with friends war you can get in a training mers and air-to-ground mis- fail mission and it’s clear that
Lic. #560708 (707) 678-8200 ARLINGTON, Va. — The “The Department of the environment,” said Lt. j.g. siles to support the destruc-
BASE, Nev. — It’s one hour who operate slightly differ- Malmstrom’s Airmen get that.
Department of the Air Force, Air Force is committed to en- before their first Red Flag ent, so they must communi- Douglas Reneau, VAQ 132 tion of surface-to-air missile
in support of both the U.S. Air abling all Airmen and Guard- Watching them in action has
21-1 mission, and U.S. Navy cate well, learn about each warfare and public affairs sites with violent prejudice,” been an energizing experience.”
www.calroofingsystems.com www.dixonlandscapematerials.com Force and U.S. Space Force, ians to thrive in a diverse and Airmen from Electronic At- other and get on the same officer. “We’re in the air Reneau said.
stood up the Office of Diversity highly inclusive environment,” During his visit, Allvin spoke
tack Squadron (VAQ) 132 at page to win. with 50 to 100 aircraft, ex- Joint training allows mis- with Airmen from across the
and Inclusion, Jan. 11. Rooney said. “Our office will
NORTH BAY TRUCK MITCHELL’S In June 2020, former Sec- lead this charge and contin-
Naval Air Station Whidbey
Island, Washington, pour
The 414th Combat Train-
ing Squadron Red Flag exer-
ecuting a mission; in brief-
ings together; and our crews
sion commanders to interact
with their supporting units
341st Missile Wing including
members of the wing’s cross-
CENTER HAULING, CLEANING, ORGANIZING, retary of the Air Force Barba-
ra Barrett stood up a Diversi-
ue all the good work the Task
Force initiated. Diversity and
out of their building onto the cises provide the Air Force, launch jets all at the same and plan together. Com- functional innovation panel,
PACKING, & HOUSE CLEANING Nellis Air Force Base flight- partners and internation- time. Working at a high-op- manders armed with a full Wing Operations Center, Wing
1245 Illinois St ty and Inclusion Task Force, inclusion are warfighting im- understanding of the capa-
line to prepare their jets for al allies the opportunity to erations tempo, exposes the Staff Agency, 40th Helicop-
Fairfield, Ca Suisun City, which has evolved into this new peratives and we need to cap- launch. experience realistic com- difference between what bilities of their partners can
94533 italize on all available talent ter Squadron, Security Forces
CA 94585 office. The organization will As they approach the bat scenarios to prepare for was planned and what is ex- plan missions to be safer and
(707) 427-1386 by enabling a culture of inclu- and remote Launch Facility and
(707) 386-1312 work directly for the secretary flightline, a crew member future warfare. It ensures ecuted, showing us what more effective.
sion where every member is re- Control Center.
Lic. #22444 of the Air Force and continue mid-conversation stops and combat forces are ready works and what doesn’t.” “What’s awesome about
spected and valued for his or “Wing One was honored to
www.northbaytruckcenter.com Insured to address the strategic impact yells to another; “Hey! You to win future conflicts by Each partner brings Red Flag is showing our welcome Gen. Allvin, who spe-
of diversity, inclusion and eq- her identity, culture and back- can’t cross that red line!” building partnerships and unique capabilities to the partners what the Growlers
ground. cifically chose to visit Malm-
uity on Airmen, Guardians and This flightline rule, interoperability across mul- fight and VAQ 132 doesn’t and our squadron can do,” strom as his first (official vis-
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Defense personnel receive second dose of COVID-19 vaccine
U.S. Air Force photos by Nicholas Pilch
1
3
2
1) U.S. Air Force Airmen 1st Class Patricia
4 Blockmoore, 60th Medical Group Surgical
Unit medical technician, waves over a service
member to receive the second dose of the
COVID-19 vaccine Jan. 28 at the fitness
center at Travis Air Force Base, California.
The vaccine requires two doses per person,
separated by about four weeks between doses.
It is designed to protect personnel against
the coronavirus, and medical personnel are
encouraging all personnel to take the vaccine
as it becomes available. 2) Syringes of the
vaccine are prepared Jan. 28 at the fitness
center at Travis AFB. 3) DoD personnel receive
the second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine Jan.
28 at the fitness center at Travis AFB. 4) U.S.
5
Air Force Airmen 1st Class Julissa Lujano,
60th Medical Diagnostics and Therapeutic U.S. Air Force photo/Nicholas Pilch
Squadron diet technician, checks in DoD 5) U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Tyra Fondren, 60th Healthcare Operations Squadron noncommissioned officer in charge of the family medicine residency clinic, returns an ID card to a U.S. service member Jan. 28, 2021, prior to administering the second dose of the COVID-19
personnel to receive the second dose Jan. 28 vaccine at the fitness center at Travis Air Force Base, California. The vaccine requires two doses per person, separated by about four weeks between doses. It is designed to protect personnel against the coronavirus, and medical personnel are encouraging all personnel to take
at the fitness center at Travis AFB. the vaccine as it becomes available.
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Chaplains sacrifice by establishing Feb.
3 as Four Chaplains Day.
Why share this? Why re-
Training maintainers and air crew head-
ing down range.
“We like our squadrons to par-
get a real-world opportunity to
see how they affect the fight.
It helps many participants see
From Page 8 tell this story? If we’re hon-
From Page 9
ticipate in two to three Red Flags where they fit into the large
Goode replied. It’s said that est with ourselves, life may the mission is planned. We give before they deploy,” said Chief puzzle of a battle.
Mahoney later realized the have felt like a sinking ship them more options.” Petty Officer Danny Sprueill, Following the “train as we
chaplain never planned to over the past year. We’ve As a Defense Defense as- VAQ 132 maintenance control- fight” motto, it provides a prov-
leave the vessel. all had numerous plans tor- set, VAQ 132’s Growlers often ler. “This environment is so dy- ing ground for the U.S. and its
Each chaplain eventual- pedoed by a pandemic. You integrate with the Air Force, namic, and it constantly gives our allies to learn hard lessons.
ly made it to the top of the have undoubtedly been con- Marines and Army during de- guys something to think about. It Individual units’ train at
ship and helped distribute cerned about how to navi- ployments. Red Flags’ hone can’t be replicated.” their home bases or squadrons,
life jackets and get survivors gate the waters ahead. May- the communication skills of Red Flag and large joint- sharpening their skills, and
into lifeboats. As you can be you’ve had relationships their leadership, while the rap- force exercises, because of Red Flag is the place they are
imagine, things were stress- that suffered. Perhaps you’ve id pace of its battle rhythms their scale, foster better inte- proven before they go down-
ful. People began to won- dealt with isolation, loneli- provides critical training for gration between forces as they range.
der if they would receive a ness, or self-worth challeng-
life jacket or if there would es. You may have even asked
if it was worth continuing the
be enough room in the life
boats. Again, these chaplains
helped calm those fears.
fight. In the midst of this cha-
os, we want you to know that
VCSAF
your chaplains are still here From Page 9
When life jackets ran out, one
account says that the chap- to help.
Now, 78 years later, the our mission continued uninter-
lains immediately offered rupted despite the global COV-
their four life jackets to four spirit of the four chaplains
is the heartbeat of your reli- ID-19 pandemic, and further, to
service members who hadn’t broaden his understanding of
received them. One survivor gious support team. It’s said
that before Chaplain Poling the nuclear enterprise.”
said, “It was the finest thing I Throughout his visit, Allvin
have seen or hope to see this left to board Dorchester, he
asked his father to pray for was able to assess and reempha-
side of heaven.” size how Airmen at Malmstrom
Their bravery and self- him. He said, “Not for my
safe return, that wouldn’t be AFB are supporting the Chief of
lessness didn’t end there. Staff’s Action Orders to Acceler-
Eyewitnesses say that as the fair. Just pray that I shall do
my duty … never be a cow- ate Change across the Air Force.
ship finally began to sink be-
ard … and have the strength, “It’s evident that Airmen at
low the water, the four chap-
courage and understanding all ranks here at Malmstrom U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Daniel Brosam
lains stood against the deck
of men. Just pray that I shall are stepping up to their charge, Air Force Vice Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin presents a coin for
with their arms linked to-
be adequate.” embracing empowered prob- exceptional performance to Tech Sgt. Mayra Corona, 341st Medical
gether. They prayed togeth-
Our duty is to help you in lem-solving, delivering unique Group Military Health System Genesis project coordinator, Jan. 29
er. They sang together. They
any way that we can. Believe solutions and making smart rec- during a trip to Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana.
died together.
it or not, by sitting down to ommendations and decisions,”
Only 230 men survived ballistic missile program and fu- deterrent to meet current and
talk, we may be able to give Allvin said. “(Air Force Chief of
the attack but the number ture MH-139 Grey Wolf basing. evolving global threats.
you a figurative life jacket Staff Gen. Charles Q. Brown, Jr.)
would have been even less Malmstrom AFB is slated as “Our nuclear force repre-
had these chaplains not been that keeps your head above has made it clear that our com-
petition won’t wait, and Malm- the second installation to begin sents our nation’s insurance pol-
aboard. They demonstrated water.
strom’s Airmen are clearly lean- GBSD military construction ac- icy; no capability has done more
selfless acts of kindness and Just like these four chap-
ing forward. That’s exactly what tivities in the mid-2020s to re- to preserve the peace between
love to people who were hurt- lains prioritized getting life
we need.” place the nation’s aging Min- great nations,” Allvin said.
ing. These chaplains didn’t jackets on people regardless
of faith, chaplains still prior- The visit also allowed Allvin uteman III missiles, which first “This has never been more im-
prioritize people for their
itize help over anything else. to preview Malmstrom AFB’s became operational in 1970. portant. Maintaining the credi-
worldview. They helped ev-
If you need help, please reach significant role in the depart- The GBSD program advanc- bility of our nuclear force is key
eryone that they could, and
in the chaos, they helped give out. We want you right and ment’s modernization efforts, in- es the nation’s ability to main- to preserving deterrence as we
those who survived the will we want you safe. We want to cluding the Ground Based Stra- tain a robust, flexible, tailorable enter an era of increased Great
to live as they awaited rescue care for you even more than tegic Deterrent intercontinental and responsive strategic nuclear Power Competition.”
drifting in life boats through you thought possible.
chilling water. No matter what you may
The chaplains were post-
humously awarded the Dis-
be dealing with today, under-
stand that it’s okay to not be Office identifying and changing poli-
cies and procedures, removing
barriers and other practices
majority groups, whose sole fo-
cus is to make changes that cre-
ate an equitable environment
tinguished Service Cross and okay. You don’t have to have From Page 8
Purple Heart. The four chap- it all together. If we’re hon- that may have an unfair effect for all Department of the Air
lains’ extraordinary acts est with ourselves, none of the Air Force and the Air and upon underrepresented Air- Force personnel.
were so impactful, Congress us have it all together. If you Space Forces service chiefs, re- men and Guardians. The task force and Of-
authorized the Four Chap- need help then reach out. leased Dec. 21, 2020. The office is a cross-func- fice of Diversity and Inclusion
lains’ Medal, a unique med- Your chaplains and religious The inspector general’s re- tional team of military and has made strides in the past
al awarded by the president, affairs Airmen are here to view focused specifically on civilian Air and Space pro- months, including efforts such
Jan. 18, 1961. It was only support you. assessing racial disparity in fessionals that represents com- as an emblems and mottos re-
awarded once and intended Don’t wait until you feel military discipline processes, munities across both servic- view and tracking administra-
to carry the same weight as like your ship is sinking. If personnel development, and ca- es and applies subject matter tive discipline data.
the Medal of Honor, which is you or someone you know reer opportunities as they per- expertise to the changes be- For more information on di-
awarded for acts performed could benefit from the sup- tain to Black/African Amer- ing considered. Members rep- versity and inclusion efforts
under fire. In 1988, Con- port of a chaplain, reach out ican Airmen and Guardians. resent different ranks and per- across the DAF, please visit
gress honored their selfless to your chaplain office today. The new office is charged with spectives, both minority and www.af.mil/diversity.
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Chief Master Sgt. of the
Air Force JoAnne S. Bass
answers questions during
Kenyan With the school 90% fin-
ished, there are other upcom-
ing projects planned to make
“We have a lot Puzzles Cold case responded positively to the
idea.
“A case never goes cold for
but it brought welcome closure
to families searching for an-
swers.
a teleconference Feb. 1
From Page 6 the school and the communi- more that we can From Page 4 the victim’s family,” Fine said “This case is a prime exam-
with nearly 300 Airmen has a fully operational prima- ty better. do, but we STR8TS The team involved with the in putting the case into per- ple of what the OSI Cold Case
enrolled virtually in ry school.” “We are planning several care of the grandchildren; the spective. “For the victim’s Team does for the Air Force,
Noncommissioned Officer Projects like this don’t come other projects including fenc- cannot do it No. 528 Medium Previous solution - Tough
3 2 4 5 6 7 1 8 9
case workers, supervisors, family members, solving a its members and their fami-
Academy and Airman with any monetary value for ing the school compound,” without help.” 3 1 6 4 3 1 2 7 6 5 9 8 doctors and therapists, met to cold case can bring very much- lies,” Pipkins said. “It shows
Leadership School. the volunteers who work on Kinyanjui said. “Future proj- 1 2 3 8 7 6 discuss reuniting the children needed resolution to what hap- who we are and why we ex-
them; they come with a much ects also include drilling a — Paul Kinyanjui 6 9 6 5 4 3 2
with their biological grand- pened to their loved ones.” ist to find the truth. It doesn’t
U.S. Air National Guard photo/Chief 8 9 7 4 5 6 2 3
Master Sgt. Steven Durrance bigger reward. borehole, donating solar kits 7 3 1 5 6 4 2 3 7 mother and their consensus The innovative data min- matter how long it takes, we
“It is life changing being a and installing a health center.” adversaries. 7 8 6 1 2 9 5 4 was yes. ing approach used by Pip- will never give up. Providing
part of, and seeing firsthand, “We are in the process of de- “These projects not only 5 6 7 8 9 3 1 2 4 5
The grandmother was in- kins, demonstrated how em- closure and the opportunity to
CMSAF Bass said. According to the 2 5 7 8 4 3
the impact and happiness livering solar-powered charg- help the local community, they formed and a therapist is go- ploying OSI’s Line of Effort reunite family members after
chief, leaders’ investments also boost a positive image to-
4 How to beat Str8ts –
small gestures and charity can ing and lighting stations to Like Sudoku, no single number can ing to talk with the children to Drive Innovation not only more than 35 years, is the ulti-
From Page 7 through mentorship and coach- produce into the world,” Gon- around 40 households,” Gonza- wards the U.S. military and 4 1 8 repeat in any row or column. But...
rows and columns are divided by black to set a date, now that they’ve closed a 35-year-old cold case, mate reward.”
ing are essential factors that zalez-Vargas said. lez-Vargas said. “This will al- U.S. overall,” Kinyanjui said. squares into compartments. These
shape Airmen’s talents to reach Camp Simba Charity and all 3 9 need to be filled in with numbers that
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and she encouraged Airmen to “Being able to make an im- low the kids to study at night complete a ‘straight’. A straight is a set
weigh the potential benefits and such potential. pact in the community, inter- and families to stay connected.” volunteers who support these 9 6 of numbers with no gaps but can be in
any order, eg [4,2,3,5]. Clues in black
harm social media actions have “Thank you so much for acting with the locals, putting Strengthening and lever- projects have one request: help cells remove that number as an option
to themselves and others. spending the last hour with a smile on the children’s faces aging partnerships is key for is needed and appreciated. 4 3 5 in that row and column, and are not part
of any straight. Glance at the solution to
She also shared some of her me,” Bass said. “Honestly, I and giving marginalized com- Airmen of the 435th Air Ex- “Just a call to action for You can find more help, tips and hints at www.str8ts.com see how ‘straights’ are formed.
career challenges, including could have spent another hour munities a fighting chance in peditionary Wing. Members of well-wishers to continue donat-
experiences and hopes as a ju- with you … to put you all on a life through improved educa- CSMB not only built a school ing for the cause,” Kinyanjui SUDOKU
nior Airman. “I remember sit- panel and ask you a bunch of tional standards is the best re- for the local community but said. “We have a lot more that No. 528 Medium Previous solution - Easy
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