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CRUSADER
Vol. 10, No. 12
Serving the 98th ASG and the 235th, 279th, 280th and 417th BSBs – Army communities of excellence
June 21, 2002
Ansbach • Bad Kissingen • Bamberg • Giebelstadt • Illesheim • Kitzingen • Schweinfurt • Wuerzburg
Join theater group
The Army Entertainment Division needs
soldier actors, singers and technicians for
the next edition of the BRAVO Touring
Soldiers Theatre. BRAVO is an all-soldier
company that tours installations worldwide
bringing the finest in the theatrical arts to
soldiers, their families, and their military
community. For more information, contact
Jim Sohre at 370-7499, or by e-mail at
[email protected].
Hear musical battle
Another musical battle is about to be
waged to determine who will represent
USAREUR at the all-Army Battle of
Bands. The 104th ASG and 414th BSB
Hanau host the annual USAREUR-level
Battle of Bands Aug. 31, and the Stars of
Tomorrow talent contest Sept. 1. Contests
will be held daily at 2 p.m. For more
information, contact Vikki Hanrahan at
468-7636 or send an e-mail to Victoria.
[email protected].
Security, courtesy helps us all
by Olivia Feher
CRUSADER
With security still very much in the limelight,
98th ASG force protection personnel are trying
to streamline traffic flow on and off military
installations.
Securitas, who provides a contracted service
and follows the operational requirements of the
individual base support battalions and the 98th
ASG, carries out this service.
“As a general rule, drivers need to show two
forms of picture identification at all gates.
However, this can change from installation to
installation at any time, and gate guards may be
required to see three pieces of identification
from the driver,” said Chris Shaw, 98th ASG
plans and operations section.
The extra form of identification could be a
passport, driver’s license, vehicle registration or
personal identification card.
“Always have them ready in case you need
three IDs to gain access. This not only saves
time, but the nerves of those behind you waiting
to go through control,” Shaw said.
Also, keep your car in an organized, orderly
fashion. This helps the guards enormously when
they are doing a search, he added.
As there are more than 400 guards in the
ASG, training plays a vital role in the everyday
duties of a gate guard.
“All potential gate guards have initial training
of 45 hours of classroom and qualification
training before they start work. This initial
training includes weapons familiarization and
qualification, interpersonal skills and commu-
Celebrate 227th
birthday
Know the law
Division needs
volunteers
Volunteers are needed for Hispanic Heritage Month in September. Singers, dancers
and assistants to help with planning, setup
and displays are needed. For more information, call 350-6467 or (0931) 8896467.
Act out
Join the Act I community theater by
auditioning for their first production, “June
Groom,” at the Cantigny Club, Leighton
Barracks, Wuerzburg, July 15-17 from 710 p.m. Scripts will be available at 6 p.m.
Nine parts are open for ages 25-60. For
more information, send an e-mail to
[email protected].
“Guards are also required to attend weapons
qualification training at a shooting range every
quarter. They are required to qualify with a 75
percent or better accuracy,” Davey said.
If an incident occurs at any gate that you feel
should be reported, call 351-4352/4487 or
(0931) 2964352 with the guard’s name, location,
date, time and description of the incident.
CSM Burkhardt Schmidt, middle, of the
German 36th Armor Brigade, watches
Lt. Georg Preller, right, acting commander of the headquarters company
for the brigade, pin a German marksmanship badge on Spec. C.L. Morris of
the 2nd Battalion, 137th Infantry,
Kansas National Guard. Forty-one
soldiers from the 2nd Battalion, 137th
Infantry, earned two gold, 17 silver and
22 bronze Schuetzenschnur awards at
the 36th Armor Brigade range in
Veitshoechheim May 22. To earn the
medals, soldiers had to qualify on at
least one heavy and one light German
weapon system. The 2nd Brigade, 1st
Infantry Division, has a standing
partnership with the 36th Armor
Brigade and coordinated the event.
Update personal
information
Military customs officials are concerned
about continuing illegal sales of tax-free
vehicles and other goods in Germany.
Goods imported tax- and duty-free into
Germany are solely for personal use by U.S.
service and civilian component members
and are not to be resold. Servicemembers
found guilty of assisting tax evasion can be
charged under the Uniform Code of Military Justice and also by German authorities.
For more information, call 381-7610 or
(0621) 7307610.
“In addition to the initial training, guards have
a further seven hours of refresher-type training
every month. This is done through briefings on
current access control procedures and rebriefings on interpersonal communications
skills.
Soldiers earn
special badge
During July, members of the Chaplain
Corps will mark 227
years of service to the
U.S. Army. The 98th
ASG Chaplain Office
will host an ASGwide unit ministry
team organization day
and picnic at Giebelstadt Park in Giebelstadt July 26 from 9
Jackson
a.m. to 3 p.m. For
more information, call SFC Esaias Jackson
at 351-4213 or (0931) 2964213.
The Department of the Army is strongly
encouraging all U.S. citizen employees to
fill out their emergency contact information
at their newly developed web-based next of
kin notification system at www.cpol.
army.mil. USAREUR civilian employees
should also visit www.chrma.hqusareur.
army.mil for special overseas instructions.
The Army developed this system as a result
of lessons learned from the Sept. 11 terrorist
attacks. The Civilian Human Resource Management Agency requests that USAREUR
personnel enter their data by July 15.
nication, and the use of force guidelines,” said
Art Davey, 98th ASG plans and operations
section contractor coordinator.
Mark Heeter
False accusations can turn out costly
by Mark Heeter
CRUSADER
Law enforcement officials within the 98th
ASG opened an investigation recently when a
civilian alleged to have been a victim of a serious
crime.
Once answers to investigators’ questions began to fall into place, agents with the Bavarian
Criminal Investigation Command, or CID, de-
termined the accuser fabricated the story.
“I know of one case, and I’ve been told that
there are others – both from children and adult
dependents of military members,” said Jenny
Sautter, civilian misconduct officer for the 280th
BSB.
“We’ve got people being accused of serious
crimes that never happened,” Sautter said.
Sautter acknowledged that some victims
Keep youngsters busy
Compiled by Elaine Nicholas
CRUSADER
Keep your children busy this summer with a
variety of activities offered by youth services,
local libraries and chapels.
The 235th BSB offers a summer packed with
fun with programs geared to specific age groups.
Summer camps, sports camps, middle school
and teen programs are all offered. Scheduled
events include a trip to Holiday Park, paintball,
swimming, bowling and more. For more information, call 467-2533 or (09802) 832533.
The 279th BSB offers white water rafting,
rappelling, hiking, amusement park trips, sports
camps and more with prices ranging from $25$50 a week. A child development enrichment
program runs July 1-Aug. 16. Call central registration for more information at 469-7716 or
(0951) 3007716.
The 280th BSB offers summer camp for
children kindergarten through 8th grade. For
more information, call central registration at
354-6517 or (09721) 966517.
The 417th BSB offers summer and sports
camps as well as programs through outdoor
recreation. Programs are for kindergarteners
through teenagers. Call central registration for
more information at 355-2876 or (09321)
7022876.
might make inaccurate statements in the haze
and confusion after truly being victimized in a
crime.
“That’s not the kind of false statement I’m
talking about,” she said. Some people create
stories as a cover-up for not having done something or not shown up somewhere where they
should have been.
See ACCUSATIONS on Page 11
Community focus
Manners at work
Take bug safari
Sign your children up for vacation bible
school, or VBS, at your local chapel. The
program lasts a week and offers activities, fun
and great learning opportunities. The theme for
the 98th ASG is the “Bug Safari.”
In Bamberg, VBS is June 24-28 in Warner
Chapel from 9 a.m.-noon. For more information,
call 469-1570 or (0951) 3001570.
In Katterbach, take your children to VBS in
the Katterbach Chapel June 24-28 from 9 a.m.noon. For more information, call 467-2785 or
(09802) 82785.
See YOUNGSTERS on Page 8
Nearly half (44%) of workers say workplace courtesy has declined over the past
five years; among the reasons are stress
and pressure to work more quickly, often
at the cost of basic courtesy.
Source: Office Team
By: Elaine Nicholas
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Team of Teams!
Crusader, June 21, 2002
Celebrate
this Fourth
of July with
pride, care
and safety
This time each year, Americans prepare to celebrate the
Fourth of July, the birthday of our great country – the United
States of America.
On July 4, 1776, we declared our independence from Great
Britain and started a journey that has brought us through
struggles and adversity to become the proud and strong nation
we are today.
On this day, we remember who we are, where we have come
from, and what we have accomplished as a people.
It’s an American tradition during the Fourth of July weekend
to celebrate that freedom and independence with barbecues,
picnics, family and friends gathering and, of course, fireworks.
I do want to remind you, however, that within the 98th ASG,
individual fireworks are strictly prohibited. Each community
will have a firework display as they have done in the past.
As summer arrives, we’re faced with increased risks due to
more outdoor activities, travel, alcohol consumption, and other
risks associated with long weekends and holidays.
Each commander and leader must review their accident pre-
vention efforts and ensure that their safety programs are fully
implemented and actively pursued by all under their command
or supervision.
We must continue to put emphasis on our accident prevention
efforts, especially with regard to driving, fire prevention and
water safety, through increased awareness and proper application
of preventive measures. Plan ahead and minimize or eliminate
the pitfalls that could ruin your holiday weekend, and possibly
somebody’s life or career.
It gives me a great sense of pride to celebrate our hard-won
freedom with all of you. Celebrate it with pride, care and safety.
Team of Teams!
DENNIS W. DINGLE
Colonel, Air Defense Artillery
98th Area Support Group Commander
Thumbs up – Thumbs down Mentor young soldiers
Thumbs up to the staff at the U.S. Army
Hospital, Wuerzburg. None of the horror
stories I have heard about military hospitals are
true. Without exception, everyone there treated
me with great courtesy and efficiency. A special
thanks to Emmanuel Bey who goes the extra
mile to be helpful to civilians trying to navigate
the system.
Geraldine Russell, Kitzingen
Thumbs up to SSgt. Curtis Morrison who
found my wallet at Larson Barracks and went
out of his way to get it safely back to me.
Thumbs up to Susan Jonnson and my other
teachers who have been fantastic and just all
around cool this past school year.
Kyle Grenier, Wuerzburg
Thumbs up to Nicole Campbell, a dedicated
volunteer that took on a huge project to raise
funds for volunteers. Thanks for caring and
donating an incredibly large number of hours in
making the May Day Mad Dash a successful,
very fun time for our community members.
Wendy Dyer, Wuerzburg
Denise DeNicolo, Kitzingen
Thumbs up to Simone Knowles, a medical
clerk at the U.S. Army Hospital, Wuerzburg,
for being kind, considerate and extremely
helpful when making appointments.
Elaine Nicholas, Wuerzburg
Thumbs up to the staff at Wuerzburg
American Elementary School, and especially
David Truckositz for being patient,
understanding and kind the last two years.
Elaine Nicholas, Wuerzburg
Thumbs down to an employee at the
Leighton Military Clothing Sales Store. Your
rudeness is out of place. Your threat of ‘if you
special-order these and they are the wrong ones,
you are stuck with them. We won’t take them
back because we can’t sell them,’ was uncalled
for. I was ordering the 34 Nato Kosovo medals
and ribbons for our unit, to be paid for with a
government credit card. I wouldn’t have been
ordering them had they still been in stock, but
they were sold out.
James Joyce, Wuerzburg
Commentary
by Spec. Christina Davis
Army News Service
This Army is full of bright, motivated soldiers who are yearning to learn more about
their jobs and how to be leaders themselves.
Young soldiers need guidance from their
squad leaders, platoon leaders and anyone
else willing to pay attention to them.
In this time of drawdowns, high operation
tempo, day-to-day duties, as well as guardduty requirements, leaders must not forget
about soldiers’ basic needs.
Too many times in these stressful moments,
leaders get so caught up in the need to meet
deadlines and make meetings, and in figuring
out who will do the schedules, they sometimes
forget to give soldiers basic guidance and
attention.
Instead of telling a soldier that “I have no
time right now. You will just have to wait,”
maybe leaders could tell the soldier to come
up with a plan, and after the busy meeting the
two of them can sit down and discuss it.
Leaders, sit back for a moment and remember when you were a young soldier. How
did you learn your job? How did you learn to
lead and teach young soldiers? Who gave you
the time you needed? Who mentored you?
Answer those questions and then ask yourself if you are really doing the same for your
soldiers. Are you being the mentor someone
was for you?
This is a stressful time for everyone, but
it can also be a tool for learning and guidance
for many young soldiers to develop their
leadership skills and styles. They can become
proficient in their jobs and complete projects
that may have otherwise been too difficult.
Soldiers are their leaders’ number one
priority. Remember, your soldiers will be the
way you teach them to be. They will be like
you. It is up to you to make them the best
soldiers and leaders they can be.
(Editor’s note: Spec. Christina Davis is
editor of the Talon newspaper in Bosnia and a
member of the 305th PAD)
Milestones
Congratulations to Spec. Kimberly Kaminsky, Armed Forces Network-Wuerzburg,
for being named as the “Rising Star” Outstanding New Broadcaster in the 2001 U.S.
Army Military Broadcaster awards.
Congratulations to the 41 soldiers from
Company C, 2nd Battalion, 137th Infantry,
Schweinfurt, who qualified for the German
marksmanship badges May 30 in Hammelburg.
Under the guidance of soldiers from the German
Street talk:
Denise Lee, Secretary, Ansbach
American Middle/High School,
Ansbach
“I must say my mom. She
has been the living example of selflessness.
She ensured that the
things that were not given
to her as a child were
given to her children. A
good education and lots
of love, prayer and understanding.”
army, they qualified for gold, silver and bronze
Schuetzenschnur medals.
Congratulations to Diana McCartney for her
outstanding participation during the child passenger restraint system checkup held at various
locations within the 98th ASG. For this, she
received a “Team of Teams” certificate of appreciation from the 98th ASG commander.
Congratulations to Jos Hoes, Karin Price
and Anita Raddatz for receiving official commendation from the 98th ASG commander, for
Congratulations to Darleena Wolak for her
exemplary volunteer service to the soldiers and
families of the Bamberg Community. For this,
she received the 98th ASG Commander’s Flying
Eagle Award.
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Milestones recognizes individuals and organizations who
have received honors. Submissions must have the person’s
name, rank, unit receiving award, and what the award was
given for. The submission should also include the writer’s
name and telephone number.
Who has influenced you the most and why?
Sgt. John Sweeney, Headquarters and Headquarters
Company, 279th BSB Warner
Barracks, Bamberg
“My son Wesley, because
he turned my life around.
We do everything together, fishing, hunting, baseball, and he’s my best
buddy.”
Pvt. 2 Winifer Bitsuie, Headquarters and Headquarters
Company, 299th Forward Support Battalion, Conn Barracks,
Schweinfurt
“My mom, because she
has always been there for
me whenever I needed
someone to talk to.
Basically my whole life.”
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motivated, and assets to the 98th ASG.
Congratulations to Marchelle Snead for
receiving official commendation from the 98th
ASG commander and from the USAREUR One
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Susan Oates, Senior Associate,
Leighton Shoppette, Leighton
Barracks, Wuerzburg
Hope Masterson, Registrar,
Ansbach American Middle/
High School, Ansbach
Marcus Mallory, U.S. Army
CWO 3 (Ret.), 279th BSB
Warner Barracks, Bamberg
“My mother is such a
positive and dynamic influence in my life. She
has taught me how to
deal with the everyday
obstacles we encounter.”
“My mother has been the
most influential person in
my live. She always did
without to give me what I
needed. She worked
three jobs so I could
attend college. She also
taught me how to be a
good wife and mother.”
“My father; he joined the
service in World War II.
He set a goal to earn $100
a week and ended up
retiring 22 years later as
a chief warrant officer 4. I
followed in his footsteps
and made it to a chief
warrant officer 3.”
The “CRUSADER” is an authorized unofficial newspaper, published every two weeks under
the provisions of AR 360-1 for the members of the 98th Area Support Group.
The “CRUSADER” is a commercial enterprise newspaper printed by the “MILCOM
Advertising Agency”, a private firm, in no way connected with the United States
Government or Department of Defense.
The contents of the “CRUSADER” do not necessarily reflect the official views or
endorsement of the U.S. Government, the Department of Defense, the U.S. Army or the 98th
Area Support Group.
The appearance of advertising in this publication, including inserts and supplements, does
not constitute endorsement by the Department of Defense.
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patronage without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status,
physical handicap, political affiliation, or any other nonmerit characteristic of the
purchaser, user or patron.
Circulation is 21,000 copies per issue.
Editorial content is provided, prepared and edited by the Public Affairs Office of the 98th
Area Support Group. The 98th ASG hot line is 351-4800 or (0931) 296-4800.
The editorial offices are located in building 208, Faulenberg Kaserne, Wuerzburg,
telephone 351-4564 or (0931) 2964564.
Mailing address:
Editor – The CRUSADER, 98th ASG-PAO, Unit 26622, APO AE 09244.
email: [email protected]
Pvt. 2 Ryan Stanford,
Headquarters
and
Headquarters Company, 1st
Battalion,
26th
Infantry,
Ledward Barracks, Schweinfurt
“I’d say my father.
Through the years he’s
always been there for
me. I never really had any
reason to make him
proud until I joined the
military. So this is kind of
a payback.”
Clarissa Cadelina, Cashier,
Leighton Shoppette, Leighton
Barracks, Wuerzburg
“The person who has
most influenced me is my
boyfriend in the United
States. He really taught
me what life is like over
there. It’s harder than it is
here in Germany.”
The Ansbach, editorial office is located in building 5257, Barton Barracks, Ansbach,
telephone 468-7649 or (0981) 183649.
The Bamberg editorial office is located in building 7089, Warner Barracks, Bamberg,
telephone 469-7581 or (0951) 3007581.
The Kitzingen editorial office is located in building 145, Harvey Barracks, telephone 3558575 or (09321) 3058575.
The Schweinfurt editorial office is located in Robertson Hall, Ledward Barracks,
Schweinfurt, telephone 354-6381 or (09721) 966381.
98th Area Support Group Commander . . Col. Dennis W. Dingle
98th ASG Public Affairs Officer . . . . . . . . . Donald Klinger
Editor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Olivia Feher
Assistant Editor, Graphic Designer . . . . . Elaine Nicholas
Journalist (Ansbach) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lisa Eichhorn
Journalist (Bamberg) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cheryl Boujnida
Journalist (Schweinfurt) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mark Heeter
Journalist (Kitzingen). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Proofreader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sigrid Peña
Reader contributions are welcome but will be published at the discretion of the editor.
235th Base Support Battalion: Ansbach, Illesheim
Positions open
The 235th BSB
Chaplain’s Office announces the following openings for nonpersonal services contract positions for
fiscal year 2003: Musician for Katterbach
Catholic services; musician for Katterbach
Protestant services;
music director for Katterbach Protestant community; religious
education coordinator for Katterbach Catholic community; religious education coordinator for Katterbach Protestant community; watch care provider for Katterbach
Chapel community; musician for Barton
Protestant services; musician for Seventh
Day Adventist service at Barton Chapel;
musician for Illesheim Catholic services;
musician for Illesheim Protestant services;
religious education coordinator for Illesheim Catholic community; religious education coordinator for Illesheim Protestant
community; watch care provider for Illesheim Chapel community; and youth religious activities services for Katterbach and
Illesheim communities. For more information on how to apply, call Peggy Denkins at
467-2785 or (09802) 832785.
Find the perfect job
Looking for a job but don’t know where
to start? The Katterbach and Illesheim
Army Community Service offices offer an
information briefing on how to manage the
federal resume system and gives tips on
writing a winning resume. They also provide information on how to apply for other
jobs in USAREUR. For information in
Katterbach, call 467-2883 or (09802)
832883. In Illesheim, call 467-4555 or
(09841) 83555.
by Lisa Eichhorn
CRUSADER
A beautiful blue sky and warm breeze greeted
those attending the 235th BSB change of command June 3.
The parade field was packed with military
leaders, German officials and friends. They
were on hand to see the colors pass from commander Lt. Col. Cindy Connally to the new
leader of the 235th BSB, Lt. Col. Parker
Schenecker.
In her speech Connally graciously spoke of
her two years in command and what her time
here has meant to her. “Commanding the 235th
BSB has been the highlight of my military
career. There is no other job in the Army that
allows you to touch so many lives. I am honored
and humbled to have called the Ansbach community my home and my family for the last two
years,” she said.
Connally was also very popular with the
German community. Being fluent in German
and being sincerely interested in community
relations helped garner a strong relationship
with German officials.
Connally has been assigned as the Deputy
Corps G2 at Fort Lewis, Wash.
In his speech, Schenecker accepted the challenge of commanding the 235th BSB, pledging
to keep an assignment to the Ansbach area the
one of choice in USAREUR.
“Our mission is support, it’s that simple. But
Schenecker has served in a variety of command, troop and staff officer positions, to include that of platoon leader in the 312th Military
Intelligence Battalion (CEWI), Fort Hood,
Texas; S2, 1st Battalion, 7th Cavalry, Fort Hood,
Texas; Commander, Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 66th Military Intelligence
Brigade, Munich; instructor and executive
officer, 309th Military Intelligence Battalion,
U.S. Army Intelligence Center, Fort Huachuca,
Ariz.; S2, 3rd Brigade, 3rd Infantry Division,
Vilseck; Chief, G2 Plans, 1st Infantry Division,
Wuerzburg; and S3 and deputy commander,
703rd Military Intelligence Brigade, Schofield
Barracks, Hawaii. His most recent assignment
was as Military Intelligence lieutenant colonels
and colonels assignment officer, U.S. Total
Army Personnel Command, Alexandria, Va.
He added that he and his family are excited to
be back in Germany and especially Bavaria,
where he was stationed early in his career.
“As I mentioned a short 11 years ago in a
company command ceremony on McGraw
Kaserne in Munich, ‘I am the luckiest man in the
world, I feel sorry for anyone who is not me
today.’”
by Lisa Eichhorn
CRUSADER
Sell your goods
at yard sale
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235th BSB
Commander ........................ Lt. Col. Parker Schenecker
Public Affairs Officer ............................ Frauke Davis
Journalist ................................................ Lisa Eichhorn
in its simplicity it’s the most demanding and
important mission in today’s Army. Soldiers
who are overseas, away from family and friends,
and especially those who deploy on a moment’s
notice, must know that their families are safe
and well cared for. That’s the mission of the
235th BSB,” Schenecker said.
Lisa Eichhorn
Lt. Col. Parker Schenecker, left, passes
the flag to CSM Richard Long during the
BSB assumuption of command ceremony.
Mailroom at Katterbach Kaserne
receives a facelift and new look
The New Parent Education and Support
Program, or NPESP, provides services free
of charge to expectant families and families
with children from birth through 3 years of
age. Through a variety of programs, the
NPESP will help you learn to cope with
stress, isolation, deployment separations,
post-deployment reunions, and the everyday demands of parenthood. Our goal is to
build stronger, healthier and knowledgeable families. For more information,
call NPESP at (09802) 832516.
235th BSB
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Command changes hands at 235th
Programs help
Spring is here and it’s time to clean out
those closets again. To help you get rid of
all that stuff you don’t need, Illesheim is
hosting a community-wide yard sale in the
Illie’s parking lot on Storck Barracks June
29 from 9 a.m.- 1 p.m. The cost for a table
and space is $5 per family; you must preregister prior to the sale. To register, stop by
the Illesheim Bowling Center. For more
information, call 467-4530 or (09841)
83530.
Lisa Eichhorn
Spec. David Beckham puts the finishing
touches on the mailboxes in the newly
renovated Katterbach mailroom.
The renovation of the community mail room,
or CMR, 454 in Katterbach is now complete.
After more than five months of work and
temporary relocation of the mailroom, the new
facility is ready and open for business.
DPW professionals began planning for the
renovations last fall. The first step was to install
automatic doors at both entrances to the facility
to ease the customers’ ability to handle packages.
Capt. Margaret Schuck says the renovation of
the CMR was truly a community effort, with
support from most of the directorates and
agencies in the 235th BSB.
“Thanks need to go out to the hard work and
dedication of the agencies that helped us make
this happen. The CMR project was completed
on time and within budget, with only minor
inconveniences for the CMR customers,”
Schuck said.
“Our original goals were to create a professional environment for the CMR staff and
customers, and to improve customer service by
making efficient use of available space. I believe
we’ve met these goals, and the staff and customers seem pleased with the aesthetic improvements. An added bonus for the community is
that we now have space for Army and Air Force
Exchange Service-Europe to open a Telepost
Kabel Service office and photo shop in the CMR
hallway. Safety upgrades were also integrated
into the renovation plan,” she added.
The entire renovation took approximately one
year. The new layout includes one customer
service window, which makes it more efficient
for the employees and easier on the customers.
Access to mailboxes has been made easier
and new lighting was installed in the hallways.
The renovations were top on the list for Lt.
Col. Cindy Connally when she came to the 235th
BSB two years ago. As Connally left command,
the opening of the mailroom was her last official
act.
“I know from my more than 20 years in the
Army that there are two things that can drastically affect morale for soldiers. That’s messing
with their pay and messing with their mail. This
project was near and dear to my heart when I
came here, and I am so proud of my DPW folks
and the rest of the community for coming together and getting it done relatively quickly,”
Connally said.
“I think our soldiers and families now have a
great place to come for their mail and a professional staff to work with,” she added.
Join an old-fashioned picnic July 4
by Lisa Eichhorn
CRUSADER
Come celebrate the birthday of the greatest
nation on earth with the 235th BSB. An oldfashioned Four of July picnic celebration is
planned with food, live music and the everpopular fireworks. It promises to be fun for the
whole family.
The picnic will kick off at 4 p.m. in front of
the Katterbach bowling center. Hamburgers, hot
dogs, drinks and ice cream will be available for
purchase.
To keep the crowd entertained until the fireworks begin, the band PeaceKeeper is scheduled
to begin playing at 8 p.m.
PeaceKeeper is a band made up of mainly
military members that began making music for
recreation while they were stationed in Bosnia in
1997. They play all types of good-time Rock ’n
Roll, from the 1960s to today’s music. It’s good
clean music that you can tap your feet to and
enjoy listening to with the whole family. They
are very popular in the local community and
make an appearance every year at Ansbach’s
AIDS benefit concert. They have also been
featured on AFN.
Once Peace Keeper gets the crowd warmed
up, the fireworks will take place at the fest
grounds to complete the day of celebration. The
fireworks will begin lighting up the sky at 10:30
p.m. It promises to be a fantastic display.
Illesheim kids learn and DARE to be different
by Lisa Eichhorn
CRUSADER
Keeping children aware of the dangers of drugs and giving
them the tools they’ll need to stay away from drugs is the very
essence of the Drug Awareness and Resistance Education, or
DARE program. Children all over the world are learning how to
avoid the pitfalls of drug abuse through this program, a spin-off
of Nancy Reagan’s “Just Say No” campaign of the 1980’s.
The sixth-graders at Illesheim American Elementary School,
or IAES, were honored at a graduation ceremony May 31 for
their participation in the DARE course.
Students were also recognized for outstanding essays they
wrote about their attitude towards drug use.
Lauren Alyworth, Callie Johnson and Tori Waters each won
awards, including a new bicycle for Alyworth.
The students said that DARE has helped to give them the
confidence to stay away from drugs.
“We talked a lot about peer pressure and what can happen if
you go along with the crowd. I just know I would never be
comfortable hanging out with kids who use drugs,” Alyworth
said.
“So many kids use drugs because they think it makes them
look cool, but I think that’s so dumb. I don’t understand why
anyone would want to become a drug user,” Johnson said.
This is the second year IAES received top honors. The school
was presented with a new trophy that will now be passed around
to each elementary school in the 235th BSB when they earn top
honors by the program instructors. “These kids have worked
extra hard all year and have distinguished themselves as the best
class in the 235th. But more importantly, they are now aware of
the dangers around them in regards to substance abuse,” said Sgt.
Charles Vitaliano, 235th BSB DARE officer.
“I have been very impressed by their openness and honesty.
My hope is they will remember what they’ve learned a long time.
Long after they leave here they will need continued support from
their families. The focus on staying drug-free doesn’t end with
this course.”
279th Base Support Battalion: Bamberg
Student wins
scholarship
Bamberg American High School senior Bernard Dagdagan was awarded a
$1,500 scholarship
from the Bamberg
Commissary.
The
scholarship, sponsored by the German
Agricultural Marketing Board and the
Fisher House Foundation, is awarded anDagdagan
nually. Dagdagan received the award at a graduation ceremony
at Bamberg’s Congress Hall June 8. He was
also the 2002 senior class valedictorian and
earned an outstanding youth volunteer
award from the 279th BSB. Dagdagan will
attend San Jose State University and major
in a 5-year computer engineer program.
Take a tour
Go touring this summer with the community activity center. Book a trip to
romantic Venice June 28. Cost is $69 for
adults and $59 for children ages 6-12. See
the catacombs under Bamberg July 18. Cost
is $10. Go shopping in Cheb and Karlovy
Vary July 20. Cost is $17 per person for
adults, ages 17 and up, and $9 for 5- to 12year-olds. A two-castle tour to Hohenschwangau and Neuschwanstein departs
July 28. Cost is $25 for adults and $20 for
6- to 17-year-olds. For more information,
call 469-7450 or (0951) 3007450.
Sign up for
youth programs
Child and youth services offers summer
fun for youth with a mix of learning programs and trips. The X-treme Summer Fun
Program is for youth in grades 6-12.
Activities include hiking, cycling, visiting
amusement parks, and more. Cost is $50 per
week per child. For children ages 3-5, the
child development center offers a Summer
Enrichment Program from July 1 to August
16. Choose from a two- or three-day program from 9 a.m.–noon daily. For more
3007716.
Visit the theater
The Stable Theater presents “Get Outta
Here!” – a comedy by Georg Koeniger and
Andrew Stanley, July 5, 6, 12 and 13 at 8
p.m. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. and tickets
cost or $9 or €9. The play won the Best of
the Fringe award in San Francisco in 1998.
Non-ID card holders who wish to attend
must send a fax with the following information: performance date, number of seats
needed, full name, personal ID or passport
number, date and place of birth, to (0951)
302353. For more information call 4698659 or (0951) 3008659.
Residents hone bomb threat skills
by Cheryl Boujnida
CRUSADER
Hearing the words “bomb threat” over a telephone may cause a fearful reaction. But maintaining composure and keeping the caller on the
line is critical.
The 279th BSB plans and operations staff
tested the community’s response to a bomb
threat during an exercise at a local eatery on
Warner Barracks June 10.
“Keep a bomb threat report next to every
phone. Being able to ask a caller specific questions about a bomb’s location and type is
important. Noting the caller’s accent, tone of
voice, speech pattern and background noises are
helpful too,” said Hector Ramirez, force protection officer.
Facility personnel must be knowledgeable of
bomb threat procedures. “It’s essential that a
facility manager takes control of an emergency
situation. Due to the large turnover in workforces, it helps to have an authority figure who’s
familiar with a facility’s evacuation plan,” said
SSgt. Nathan Brookshire, physical security
inspector.
When the bomb threat was apparent, Burger
King manager Deidre Foreman quickly informed customers and employees to meet at a
rally point outside the building. She left the
lights on and the doors unlocked so potential
electronic devices would not be set off.
“I kept calm and we left within minutes. This
type of training is crucial because everyone
benefits from it,” Foreman said.
Facilities are evaluated on their ability to keep
a caller on the line, to trace a call, having an
evacuation plan on hand, initiating evacuation
procedures, notifying the military police or
emergency operations center, ensuring all occupants leave the building, notifying adjacent
facilities, establishing a safe-distance rally
point, and accounting for all personnel at the
rally point.
“Bomb threat exercises can help us hone force
protection skills. Residents gain exposure to
mock bomb threat telephone callers, so they
know how to react and what to do in the case of
a real-life threat. It’s practical, life-saving
training,” said Darryel Johnson, plans and
operations volunteer.
Cheryl Boujnida
SSgt. Anthony Pearce commands Dan, a
dog trained in explosives detection, to
sniff out potential danger.
One man’s junk is
another’s treasure
Michael Yurek, 13, middle, and
brother Thomas, 9, right, set up
their wares for resale at a recent
community flea market. To rid
your basement, attic and house of
unwanted clutter, reserve a table
at the all-American flea market
scheduled for June 29 outside the
BASICS building from 9 a.m.-4
p.m. Register with the special
events office, located in building
7089, room 213. Preregistration
cost is $15 per table and $20 on
the day of the flea market. For
more information or to reserve a
table, call 469-8816 or (0951)
3008816.
Cheryl Boujnida
Fest features fun, patriotism, fitness
Party runs July 3-7
by Cheryl Boujnida
CRUSADER
279th BSB
The Crusader, 279th Base Support Battalion, editorial office is located in building 7089, room 423,
Warner Barracks, Bamberg, telephone 469-7581 or
(0951) 3007581. Mailing address is PAO, Crusader,
279th Base Support Battalion, Unit 27535, Warner
Barracks, APO AE 09139.
3004800. Patient liaison number is (0951) 3007492.
Internet web site 279th BSB:
http://www.bamberg.army.mil
279th BSB
Commander ................................ Lt. Col. Timothy Hill
Public Affairs Officer .......................... Renate Bohlen
Journalist ........................................... Cheryl Boujnida
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Cheryl Boujnida
Runners bolt down Luitpold Street in
downtown Bamberg during last year’s
10-kilometer run.
To combine fun and fitness this summer, you
don’t have to travel far.
Attend Bamberg’s summer fest on Warner
Barracks July 3-7. Several highlights include a
talent competition, a patriotic slide show and a
10-kilometer road race.
“The summer fest is a celebration inspired by
our nation’s birthday. There are many different
activities planned for soldiers and families, and
all will be a lot of fun,” said Joe Borsello,
directorate of community activities.
The fest kicks off July 3 at 3 p.m. with a
rendition of the Star-Spangled Banner, followed
by a slide show featuring community events
from 2001-02. The 1st Infantry Division Band
will play upbeat, patriotic tunes with some rock
and roll, rhythm and blues and jazz influences.
Spectators can enjoy a concert at the fest tent
starting at 8 p.m. the same day.
“It’s a perfect opportunity to enjoy traditional
food, entertainment, rides and games. It’s family
fun, but it’s not limited to families – there’s
something for everyone,” said Sharon Hack,
marketing and advertising specialist.
On Independence Day, festivities start at 2
p.m. with more music from 1st Infantry Division
Band and another band at 6 p.m. The community
slide show will be shown again prior to fireworks commencing at 10:30 p.m.
Take a shot at showmanship and enter a talent
competition, open to everyone, July 7 at 8 p.m.
“Compete in modeling, singing, and dancing
categories. Winners will be awarded cash prizes.
Just get up on stage and show off your talents,”
said Jay Rucker, special events coordinator.
Sports enthusiasts can compete in the 10kilometer road race sponsored by 7th Corps
Support Group starting at Pendleton Field July 7
at 9 a.m.
“You couldn’t wish for a more scenic course.
Runners will sprint across bridges and through
Hain Park near the lock, and run along the
Regnitz River and past historical buildings in
Bamberg – it’s great and relatively flat,” said
Maj. Terrance Pearson.
Preregistration cost to enter the run is $10 or
€10 before July 1, or register the day of the
event starting at 7 a.m. at a cost of $15 or €15.
(0951) 3008816.
Artillery soldiers keep deployment in the family
by 2nd Lt. Dmitry White
1st Battalion, 33rd Field Artillery
All 1st Battalion, 33rd Field Artillery, soldiers deployed to
Camp Able Sentry will become closer over the next five months,
but two were already close.
Brothers PFC Terence Masterson of Battery C and PFC Sean
Masterson of Battery B joined the U.S. Army together as a part
of the buddy system in January 2001.
Originally from southern California, they built and drove hotrods prior to enlisting. Now they guard Camp Able Sentry as part
of the Golden Lion Security Force.
Although both brothers wanted to join the military directly out
of high school, they ended up working at a fiberglass plant in
Arizona.
“We kept asking ourselves ‘what do we really want to do?’
The next day, we came to work and another guy told us he
enlisted in the Army. We went home that night and made a pact
to see a recruiter the next day,” Terence said.
Sean recalls they checked out all service branches before
deciding on the Army. “We wanted to go to Europe,” Sean said.
Separate geographical locations were not an option.
“No matter what, we wanted to be in the same unit,” Terence
said. The only downside is having two soldiers with the same
name in the battalion.
“Since we have the same last name in the same unit, some
things can get confused,” Sean said. Terence regrets not being in
the same battery. “I actually don’t see him as much as I’d like,
but having any family around is better than none at all,” Terence
said.
Even though the brothers are in different batteries with different missions, both soldiers agree having a brother in the same
battalion is a benefit.
“Just having him around makes it easier. Even though I’m
older, if I’m having a hard time, he helps me out. I don’t think I
would have made it this far if it wasn’t for him. We have a
friendly rivalry that helps me to push harder some days,” Terence
said.
For Sean, having a family member to talk to eases the difficulties in being away from familiar places. “You get homesick,
then you go down and see your brother and it’s not so bad,” he
said.
The Mastersons are half-brothers, so the burden of two brothers deployed to a remote location is divided between an extended
family.
“They worry about me a lot, but having a brother here makes
the job easier,” Terence said.
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First responders usually are combat lifesavers
by Capt. Dean Rasmussen
701st Main Support Battalion
The combat lifesaver is usually the first medically trained
soldier to render first aid to a casualty on the battlefield.
During combat, and in training accidents, combat lifesavers
are the crucial link between the wounded and the medics in the
field.
The time when the combat lifesaver is on the scene is known
throughout the medical community as the “Golden Hour.” The
first few minutes after a soldier is wounded is the most important
time to initiate life saving techniques in order to stabilize the
casualty for evacuation.
The “died of wounds” rate during the Golden Hour is the
highest. Therefore, the Army Medical Department came up with
the Combat Lifesaver Program to reduce the amount of casualties dying of wounds before they are treated by trained medical personnel.
The program is designed to train nonmedical soldiers on basic
lifesaving procedures in order to stabilize a casualty long enough
to receive proper medical attention from trained medical personnel.
These procedures include airway management, prevention of
blood loss, and prevention of shock. During the one-week
combat lifesaver, or CLS, course, soldiers are trained how to
open an airway, maintain an airway, and perform mouth-tomouth resuscitation. Prevention of blood loss and the prevention
of shock are vital during the Golden Hour and are also taught
during the course.
The instruction consists of classroom lecture, hands-on instruction, a written test, and a hands-on practical evaluation.
Soldiers that complete the course are certified for one year.
When a soldier’s CLS certification expires, they can attend recertification training during the last two days of any ongoing
CLS course.
The 1st Infantry Division recently purchased over 950 combat
lifesaver bags to ensure that combat lifesavers have the proper
equipment in order to save lives.
The current doctrine on how many combat lifesavers and CLS
bags a unit should have states that “each independently operating
section should have one combat lifesaver trained soldier and one
CLS bag. For example, in an armor battalion this would be each
tank, but not necessarily each vehicle in the battalion. It’s the
leader’s responsibility to identify each independently operating
section within their unit.”
Company E, 701st Main Support Battalion, along with the 1st
Inf. Div. Medical Operations Center, have built and received all
950 CLS bags for the division.
Proper accountability for this item is important to ensure there
are enough CLS bags to save lives and identify current shortages.
CLS bags should be hand-receipted from the commander to
the user, and all CLS bags should be on the commander’s
property book. The bag itself is a durable item and should be
accounted for under AR 710-2.
For more information on the Combat Lifesaver Program, or
how to get CLS bags for your unit, call the division medical
supply office at 355-8100.
Capt. Dean Rasmussen
Shown are the contents of a combat lifesavers bag.
YOUNGSTERS
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In the 417th BSB, VBS is offered in Giebelstadt at the chapel from July 15-19 from 9 a.m.noon for children 3-11. Call (09334) 978505 for
more information.
In Wuerzburg, VBS is at the Leighton Chapel
July 15-19 from 5:30 p.m.-8 p.m. for children 4
and up. For more information, call (0931)
278341.
The 280th BSB offers VBS at the Ledward
Chapel June 24-29 from 9 a.m.-noon. To sign up,
call 354-1570 or (09721) 961570.
Read good books
Join in on the summer reading program at
your local library and introduce your child to the
wonder of reading.
In Ansbach, the summer reading program is
until Aug. 8. The reading program meets Thursdays from 11-12. The story hour is for children
7-10.
In Bamberg, children 5-14 meet at the Bamberg Library until Aug. 14. Call 469-1740 or
(0951) 3001740.
In Schweinfurt, the reading program is June
26-July 31. Meet at the library in building 242 on
Ledward Barracks, Wednesdays from 10:3011:30 a.m. The story hour is for children 7-10,
and there will be a special story hour at the same
time for children 4-6. Stories and crafts will be
planned for each group.
In Giebelstadt, Kitzingen and Wuerzburg,
the summer, eading program meets at each of the
area libraries on different days and times, with
each having special puppet and magic shows.
The program runs until Aug. 31. Call the
Leighton Library at 350-1740 or (0931)
8891740 for specific dates and times.
Spec. Jasmine Chopra
Brig. Gen. Douglas Lute, left, and CSM Ralph Beam uncase the 1st Inf. Div. colors
in a May 21 ceremony.
Responsibility changes
Spec. Patrick Rodriguez
302nd Mobile Public Affairs Detachment
CAMP BONDSTEEL – With the passing
of the KFOR Multinational Brigade (East)
colors, Brig. Gen. Douglas Lute, 1st Infantry
Division assistant division commander for
support, assumed responsibility for part of the
Kosovo mission from Brig. Gen. Keith Huber
of the 10th Mountain Division.
On May 21, a brigade task force composed
largely of units from the Big Red One became
the new core of the Multinational Brigade
(East) in a ceremony in the Camp Bondsteel
‘clamshell’ – a hangar on the flight line.
The ceremony was attended by Kosovo
President Ibrahim Rugova, United Nations
Mission in Kosovo chief Michael Steiner, 1st
Inf. Div. commander Maj. Gen. John Crad-
dock, and U.S. Ambassador John Menzies,
who heads the American diplomatic mission
in Kosovo.
For the second time in less than three years,
the Big Red One is back in Kosovo and
making changes. When the division arrived in
1999, right after the NATO bombing campaign, Camp Bondsteel was not much to look
at.
“Three years ago, soldiers from the division arrived on this hilltop right here,” Lute
said in his remarks at the ceremony.
“At that time, it was little more than a
pasture deep in the heart of a region torn by
war. Now, that pasture has become an obvious
symbol of the firm commitment of the United
States and our partners to a more peaceful and
prosperous future for the people of Kosovo,”
Lute added.
Chowin’ down USA style
Frank Schleehuber
Peter Janetzki, left, behind the counter, Detlef Walter and Rainer Schoor, all
members of the German-American Society, prepare hotdogs for visitors at the
spring festival of the German-International societies of Wuerzburg at the
Rosengarten June 9. The hospitality team of the German-American Society
treated visitors to typical American snacks and drinks, and handed out tourist
information about the United States. For more information and activities of the
German-American Society, call Klaus Zepke at (0931) 60329.
Busy health benefits advisor finds fulfillment
by Roger Teel
U.S. Army Hospital, Wuerzburg
The dot matrix printer never slows down, its buzz only briefly
drowned by a telephone answered by the second ring.
This office in the basement of the Katterbach Health Clinic
houses two industrious women – Barbara Williams, a health
benefits advisor, and Michelle Carpenter, a Tricare services
representative. Together, they form the first point of contact for
patients from the military community who need specialized care
from local professionals in the surrounding area.
Williams has the larger role. She meets with patients, allays
their fears about going on the economy for care, and schedules
their appointments. Carpenter ensures patients are eligible for care.
A tall woman, Williams rarely slows down. She adroitly types
a form, answers a question in English from a patient who stops
by, then, in German, coordinates a patient’s care with a preferred
provider over the telephone. The tasks are smoothly, matter-offactly laid to rest.
“We just do our thing, every day,” she said of the many facets
of being a health benefits advisor, or HBA. “Every HBA works
hard – we have to. And that’s the truth.”
Hard work has its rewards. Williams was presented the Europe
Regional Medical Command’s Health Benefits Advisor of the
Quarter award by Brig. Gen. Richard Ursone, ERMC commander, May 29.
“That’s the way she is. Barb always goes above and beyond
her stated duties,” said her colleague Carpenter.
An HBA since 1994, Williams has seen the role expand.
“We’re short on doctors in the clinic and will be even shorter in
a couple of weeks, which means we’re very busy. It helps to
know the people (providers) downtown. I’ve explained our
situation to them, and they understand and are willing to help any
way they can. Having good relations with them certainly has its
benefits.”
Katterbach Health Clinic commander Maj. Andrew Barr
couldn’t agree more.
“What truly makes her special is the way she focuses on
patients and hears what they have to say. She allays their fears
and, since she knows all the providers, really puts people at
ease,” he said.
280th Base Support Battalion: Bad Kissingen, Schweinfurt
Celebrate the Fourth
The 280th BSB kicks off the community
Fourth of July celebration with a 5-kilometer run beginning at the Kessler wash
rack at 9 a.m. The softball tournament
championship game follows at 10 a.m. The
family celebration starts at 2 p.m. with
games for the young and old. A DJ will spin
the hits from 2-6 p.m., and food will be
served from 2-10:30 p.m. A 3-on-3 basketball tournament and free throw contest
starts at 3 p.m. The BSB commander officially greets the guests and presides over
a salute-to-the-flags ceremony from 6-7
p.m., followed by four hours of live entertainment with the variety band Xanadu. A
fireworks display will light up the sky from
10:30-10:45 p.m.
Keep children busy
The child and youth
services, or CYS, offers a class full of
ideas about keeping
your children occupied at the child development center June
27 from 6-7 p.m. According to David
Coldwell, 280th BSB
CYS director, parent
participation points Coldwell
will be awarded for attendance and limited child care is available.
For more information about this class and
other activities through CYS, call 354-1760
or (09721) 961760.
Summer reading
returns
The summer reading program will be
held at the community library in building
242 on Ledward Barracks every Wednesday from 10:30-11:30 a.m. from June 26July 31. The summer reading program is
open to children between 7 and 10 years
old. For more information, call 354-1740 or
(09721) 961740.
Chaplain needs
volunteers
The 280th BSB Office of the Community
Chaplain needs volunteers for the upcoming fiscal year. Positions needing to be
filled include Catholic and Protestant religious education coordinators; Protestant,
Catholic and liturgical service musicians;
youth care worker and watch care workers.
For additional information, call 354-1570
or (09721) 961570.
USO offers trip
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Kids share their environment
Awareness day brings
fauna, flora into focus
by Mark Heeter
CRUSADER
The tadpoles swimming in the murky water
on the display table were born thanks to a crater
left in the tracks of a large tactical vehicle.
“Many species need that ground disturbance
and need those units out there,” said Lothar
Rueckert, 280th BSB Directorate of Public
Works environmental division chief.
The tadpoles were a tiny part of the environmental awareness day sponsored by the
DPW for Schweinfurt Middle School students.
“It’s a coordinated effort of the host country
and the community to provide environmental
information,” said Holly Gysin, the science
teacher at the school who arranged the event
with Rueckert’s environmental division.
Eight stations were set up with staff members,
local officials and subject-matter experts to
describe and demonstrate topics related to the
environment.
In addition to paper and plastic recycling,
hazardous spills, forestry, fire safety and organic
waste disposal were some of the subjects on
display.
“Throughout the year, we continually remind
students of the words they’ve learned that are
related to the environment,” Gysin said.
“They get this information throughout the
school year, but it’s totally different when you
come out here,” she said, emphasizing the im-
ACCUSATIONS
From Page 1
In all cases, the end result of a false accusation
is damaging on several fronts.
“If somebody comes to our office to make an
allegation, we’re going to investigate that,” said
Cesar Abreu, special agent-in-charge of the
Schweinfurt CID resident agency.
“That impacts the community, all the soldiers
in our office, and government money. It’s a big
expenditure,” Abreu said, adding that, if German
police are involved, the price tag climbs yet
higher.
Some serious cases that spread into the jurisdiction of local law enforcement create a special
threat to those who initiate investigations on
false pretenses, according to Sautter.
“I think if the German police are involved,
portance of seeing the topics first-hand.
When designing the day’s schedule and areas
of interest, Rueckert wanted to ensure students
stopped to think about how their daily life
interacts with the environment.
“I want to call back into people’s minds that
what they do during day-to-day business is all
related to the roots of life and nature,” Rueckert
said.
‘It’s a coordinated effort of
the host country and the
community to provide
environmental information.’
— Holly Gysin
As an example, he referred to the routine act
of jotting a few lines on a piece of paper, only to
throw it away moments later.
“Students don’t think about where the paper
came from or that it took the tree 40 years to
grow until it could be made into paper,”
Rueckert said, adding that the same principle
applies to plastics and organic material.
The military has a special responsibility to
interact carefully with nature, especially during
training, Rueckert said.
“The forest supports our tactical units. It provides camouflage,” he said.
“But when a tank drives over a tree, the tank
driver does not think about that, because his
mission is to cut that path through the forest,”
Rueckert said.
For their part, the students seemed to enjoy
the demonstrations, many of which allowed
hands-on activities.
“I think it’s really great. I especially liked the
fire extinguishing,” said eighth-grader Michael
Hardman, after having had a chance to put out a
fire.
there’s a possibility that they can go after you for
the cost of their investigation,” she said.
The unnecessary strain on government staff
and resources is frustrating for law enforcement
officials who are sworn to seek the truth.
“It’s sad to say that someone would use the
system for personal reasons or to seek revenge,
because the system is designed to seek the
truth,” said Theresa Benavidez, an agent with
the Bavarian CID.
Benavidez provided an example of one type
of crime that people have used in the past to
launch false claims.
“There are people who do insurance fraud
toward their own car, who come in to make a
false report that their car was stolen,” she said.
“Then the car was found torched, and it’s
found out they couldn’t make the car payment,”
she said.
In addition to the wasted time, money and
energy, another serious effect is the damage
done in cases in which people are falsely accused of – and therefore investigated for –
having committed the crimes.
“The real victim is the person accused. Everyone’s going to look at that person differently,”
Benavidez said.
“The moment you get accused of a crime,
people assume you’re guilty,” Abreu said.
The punishment leveled against soldiers or
civilians who have fabricated stories of victimization varies according to the jurisdiction and
accuser’s status.
Soldiers, for example, could be flagged from
favorable actions or punished under the Uniform
Code of Military Justice, while civilians would
likely be forced to perform community service.
“This is something that the BSB is going to
start taking more of an interest in, in terms of
making sure that people who do this are appropriately punished,” Sautter said.
The Schweinfurt United Service Organization, or USO, takes a trip to the Black
Forest July 6, departing Ledward Barracks
at 6 a.m. and returning at approximately
7 p.m. The sights will include the world’s
largest Cuckoo clock, Germany’s highest
waterfall, and there will be plenty of stops
for shopping. To reserve a seat, call 3546711 or (09721) 966711.
Mark Heeter
Fire inspector Ralph Metz, left, points
Naomi Brown in the right direction to
attack a fire.
Derby races into
Schweinfurt
Scouts Aaron Capuchino, left, and
Nathan Shellhammer, along with
judges Timothy Gorrell and Brian
Supko, watch intensely as their cars
race toward the finish line during the
Cub Scout Pack 630 pinewood derby
recently. Thirty-eight Tiger, Wolf, Bear
and Weblo Scouts built the cars, which
were held under a 5-ounce limit, from a
block of wood and wheels. Officials at
the pinewood derby had a “pit-stop” in
place so that cars’ weights could be
adjusted or minor problems with the
cars could be repaired. First-, secondand third-place finishers in each group
were awarded medals, while all the
boys received certificates, patches
and ribbons.
280th BSB
The Crusader, 280th Base Support Battalion, editorial office is located in Robertson Hall on Ledward
Barracks, Schweinfurt, telephone 354-6381 or (09721)
966381. Mailing address is PAO, Crusader, 280th Base
Support Battalion, CMR 457, APO AE 09033.
964800.
Internet web site 280th BSB:
http://www.schweinfurt.army.mil
280th BSB
Commander ........................... Lt. Col. Timothy Gorrell
Public Affairs Officer ................................ George Ohl
Journalist .................................................. Mark Heeter
Becki Mastrian
Gang awareness training opens eyes to dangers
by Mark Heeter
CRUSADER
This is peace, love, unity and respect like you have never seen
it.
Those four words serve as a motto for some people who
are hooked on rave drugs, among them ecstasy, according to
Kenneth Kelly, chief investigator for the 98th ASG Provost
Marshal Office.
“Gangs are into moneymaking now, and drugs are the number
one moneymaker,” Kelly said in a presentation about gang
awareness, held in the Ledward Theater May 30.
The event was a combination of sergeant’s time and equal
opportunity, or EO, training for Headquarters and Headquarters
Detachment, 280th BSB.
“With today’s world, gang involvement
and what is happening affects everybody’s
life,” said SSgt. Jesus Obee, EO representative for HHD, 280th BSB, who had
invited Kelly.
Identifying warning signs of a child’s
gang involvement is one of parents’ most
difficult challenges, but not impossible,”
Kelly said.
“You’ve got to be very smart and very
careful about it. Be aware of your surObee
roundings, just like operation security and
everything else,” Kelly said.
While the theater stage was surrounded by information
material about gangs and a flag bearing a swastika, Kelly showed
videos of soldiers and family members here in Germany involved in gang activity.
“Servicemembers sometimes get involved with gangs, but
you don’t see it because they don’t do anything on the installation,” Kelly said, noting that much gang activity takes place
off post.
“Not only does this affect soldiers, it affects family members.
Our kids are involved in schools, and they want to be socially
accepted,” Obee said.
Recognizing modern gang activity presents another challenge, Kelly said.
“A lot of people are not educated on what gangs are about
anymore. It’s not all about clothes. They’re into making money,
that’s their focus,” Kelly said.
417th Base Support Battalion: Giebelstadt, Kitzingen, Wuerzburg
Commander on board
The 523rd Medical Company, Dental
Services, Giebelstadt Army Airfield, welcomed its new commander June 19. Lt. Col.
George Barber took command from Lt. Col.
Ethel LaRue. Barber comes by way of Fort
Bragg, N.C., where he served with the
257th Medical Company as the Dental Services chief. He is a Diplomat of the Federal
Services Board of Dentistry and is accompanied by his wife, Sherri, and their
two children.
13
Girl Scouts earn Big Red One patch
Girls learn how to be all
they can be at day camp
by Elaine Nicholas
CRUSADER
Visit medieval
festival
Enjoy the world’s
largest jousting tournament at the Kaltenberg Castle July 13
with Harvey Outdoor
Recreation. This medieval festival was visited by over 120,000
spectators last year
and is truly an adventure worth experiencing for the entire family. Shop the
splendid Middle Ages craft markets, and
enjoy some of the local food and beverage
specialties as the action goes on around
you. Cost for the trip is $65 for adults, $60
for children 6 through 16 and $35 for children ages 5 and under. For more information,
call 355-8629 or (09321) 3058629.
Photos by Elaine Nicholas
SSgt. Hobart Hopkins gives MREs to
hungry Girl Scouts during their lunch
break.
Celebrate the Fourth
The day started early with the sun bursting
through the trees, birds singing, and over 200
Girl Scouts chattering.
The Girl Scouts came to the Big Red One day
camp June 1 at Harvey Barracks, Kitzingen, to
test their skills and learn what their parents do in
the military.
“This is the second year that we have had the
Big Red One camp. It started out as an idea to
earn a new patch,” said Sgt. Michelle Baker, Girl
Scout leader.
Baker said the girls wanted a challenge and to
really learn more about what their parents do in
the military.
“We had a troop forum and asked the girls
what they wanted to learn the most and what
would be interesting and challenging. They said
they wanted to experience Army life first hand,”
Baker said.
Girl Scout regulations state that a neighborhood patch must be unique to the area, and
Baker knew what made these girls and the area
unique, namely the 1st Infantry Division, or the
Big Red One.
“The Big Red One is a widely recognized
military symbol. Now these girls have some-
thing that no other kid in the world has or has had
an opportunity to earn,” Baker said.
The girls did earn their patches, and an appreciation for the work their parents do in the
military, with stations that taught them buddy
aid, the high-low crawl, how to apply
camouflage, physical fitness, drill and ceremony, and more.
“The girls learned an appreciation for what
their parents go through on a daily basis. They
understand why their parents are so tired when
they come home from the field or a physical
training test,” Baker said.
Boy Scouts and fellow
German Scouts also learned to appreciate what servicemembers do. Over 40
German Scouts came to the
day camp and earned the
patch as well.
“We even had Scouts
from Ansbach and Illesheim take part,” Baker said.
As the day ended, the girls left with the
shadow of black paint on their faces from the
camouflage, leftovers from a meal ready to eat,
or MRE, and a newly designed patch.
“It was hard today. We learned a lot, and the
camouflage paint was kind of gross to take off.
But the best thing was the MREs. Now I really
know how hard it is for soldiers in the field,” said
Chelsea Grenier, a Girl Scout from Wuerzburg.
Fourth of July activities start on Dickman Field, Leighton Barracks, Wuerzburg,
at 5 p.m. The band Shagalag plays while
you can enjoy German-American food and
rides for children. Listen to the 1st Inf. Div.
band play with a German band. Fireworks
start at 10 p.m. For more information, call
355-1550 or (09321) 3051550.
Have a nice sundae
Join the 417th BSB Child and Youth
Services for an old-fashioned country fair
and ice cream social at Giebelstadt Army
Airfield July 13 from 1-4 p.m. For more
3058362.
Coach swim team
The Wuerzburg Waves swim team needs
a competitive swim coach with experience
for the 2002-2003 swim season. For more
information, call Rebecca Gray at (09321)
927536.
Bus schedule set
The 417th BSB shuttle bus now operates
on German holidays, Saturdays and all
federal holidays. For more information, call
355-1540 or (09321) 3051540.
417th BSB
The Crusader, 417th Base Support Battalion, editorial office is located in building 109, Harvey Barracks,
telephone 355-8575 or (09321) 3058575. Mailing
address is PAO, Crusader, 417th Base Support Battalion, Unit 26124, APO AE 09031.
3058999.
Phone numbers for patient liaisons are: Kitzingen,
355-8415 or (09321) 3058415; Wuerzburg and Giebelstadt, call the 67th Combat Support Hospital, 350-3874
or (0931) 8043874.
417th BSB
Commander ..................................... Lt. Col. Russ Hall
Public Affairs Officer ........................... Gabriele Drake
Journalist ............................................
Stephanie Hollon, 9, learns to aim an
M-16.
SFC Joseph Baker and SSgt. Kenneth Hearn teach scouts aspects of drill and
ceremony as well as cadence.
Larceny costs division soldier career
On May 13, at a general court-martial held at
Leighton Barracks, Wuerzburg, PFC Jeremiah
Harding was sentenced to 24 months confinement and to be discharged from the service
with a bad conduct discharge. Pursuant to his
pleas, Harding was found guilty of two specifications of larceny of amounts greater than
$1,000.
Leighton Barracks, Wuerzburg, PFC William
Robichaud was sentenced to 10 months confinement, reduction to private, forfeiture of all
pay and allowances and to be discharged from
the service with a bad conduct discharge.
Pursuant to his pleas, Robichaud was found
guilty of two specifications of absence without
leave, larceny of personal checks and larceny of
currency.
Leighton Barracks, Wuerzburg, Pvt. 1 Caleb
Bell was sentenced to 6 months confinement,
forfeiture of all pay and allowances and to be
discharged from the service with a bad conduct
discharge. Pursuant to his pleas, Bell was found
guilty of three specifications of absence without
leave, one specification of desertion, writing bad
checks and driving while intoxicated.
Leighton Barracks, Wuerzburg, PFC Kyle
Jackson was sentenced to 40 days confinement,
forfeiture of $700 for one month, and reduction
to the lowest enlisted grade. Contrary to his
pleas, Jackson was found guilty of aggravated
assault for pointing a loaded weapon at fellow
soldiers on guard mount. He was found not
guilty of an additional specification of failure to
repair. Jackson was sentenced by a military
judge alone.
Rose Barracks, Vilseck, Pvt. 1 Michael Steffer,
Company B, 201st Forward Support Battalion,
was sentenced to 33 months confinement,
forfeiture of all pay and allowances, and to be
discharged from the service with a dishonorable
discharge. Pursuant to his pleas, Steffer was
found guilty of two specifications of distribution
of ecstasy, and one specification of possession of
ecstasy with intent to distribute.
Leighton Barracks, Wuerzburg, Sgt. James
Letcher, Company D., 1st Battalion, 1st Aviation, Katterbach, was, pursuant to his pleas,
found guilty of engaging in indecent acts and
adultery. He was sentenced to 60 days confinement.
Promotions come faster, earlier for junior soldiers
by SSgt. Marcia Triggs
Army News Service
Changes to the enlisted promotion system will result in 3,500
privates instantaneously rising to the rank of specialist later this
year.
“Constraints that prohibit soldiers from making sergeant will
also be removed in October,” said Sgt. Major Gerald Purcell,
personnel policy integrator with the Army’s G1.
The playing field will be leveled for Basic Noncommissioned
Officer Course, or BNCOC, graduates with similar military occupational specialties, he added.
Privates first class will pin on the rank of specialist after being
in the Army 24 months instead of the required 26 months that is
currently in effect. The change is designed to help the Army meet
its required number of specialists and align the Army’s promotion policy with its sister services.
“A shortage of specialists in the Army ranks now stems from
a recruiting lull three years ago,” Purcell said.
The Army was forced to look at ways to get more privates first
class promoted, he said.
“While researching ways to increase E-4 (specialist) promotions, I discovered that under Department of Defense guidance, the services can advance to the grade of E-4 after 24
months of service. The other services are already complying with
the guidance,” Purcell said.
“Part of Department of Defense’s guidance was that there
couldn’t be at any time more than 20 percent of the specialist
force with less than 24 months of service. The Army didn’t have
the technology to accurately track the force, which is why it
chose to promote after 26 months,” Purcell said.
“The early promotion to specialist is considered a good thing
for the Army,” Purcell said.
But it’s getting mixed reviews from senior noncommissioned
officers, or NCOs.
“I understand the Army needs to meet end strength, but it’s not
in the best interest of the soldier to promote him before he’s ready
for the added responsibility that more rank comes with,” said 1st
Sgt. Charles Greene from Fort Knox, Ky.
“Soldiers who know their jobs and take the initiative to learn
more are the ones who deserve promotion,” Greene said.
While not all senior NCOs are ecstatic about the change to the
promotion policy, everyone agrees that junior soldiers will be
pleased.
“The early promotion will be an overall benefit for the Army
because it will increase morale in the junior ranks,” said 1st Sgt.
Roberto Vielma from Fort Campbell, Ky.
Beginning Aug. 1, soldiers will no longer receive four promotion points per BNCOC course week. Forty points will be
awarded to individuals who successfully complete BNCOC,
regardless of the course length, Purcell said.
In July, all Personnel Support Battalions will begin converting
the BNCOC points and adjusting promotion points. Soldiers will
not be required to do anything, Purcell said.
Sports
15
67th CSH takes second at USAREUR
by Roger Teel
U.S. Army Hospital, Wuerzburg
The 67th Combat Support Hospital’s, or CSH’s, volleyball
team was in the driver’s seat – right where they wanted to be.
They were in the USAREUR unit-level volleyball finals, slamming their way unbeaten through the top of the bracket.
But home-standing Heidelberg’s 302nd Apache Company
emerged from the loser’s bracket to win the USAREUR
championship May 19, defeating 67th CSH twice to do so.
Led by team captain Claudia Drum, a 5-foot-4-inch setter who
played college volleyball with the Zips from the University of
Akron (Ohio), 67th CSH was on the verge of winning its first
USAREUR title since the flag football team two years ago.
“She (Drum) is the heart and soul of our team,” testified 67th
coach Carlos Morales. “She lifts us up, inspires us, and never
gives up.”
Of course, having a couple of intimidators the likes of 6-foot3-inch James Dormuth and 6-foot-6-inch Robert Frey, and
staunch defenders like David Fazekas and Earl Floyd, certainly
helped the team get through the winner’s bracket unscathed.
But they never found their groove on Sunday.
After the 67th CSH edged the 302nd Apache in Saturday’s
winner’s bracket final, 18-25, 25-22, 18-16, they were assured
second place. That’s what they got, too, for in Sunday afternoon’s title matches at Patton Gym it was all 302nd Apache.
Led by the jump serves and hitting of all-Army volleyballer
J.D. Krob (who stands 5 feet 7 inches tall and has a 30-inch
vertical leap), the 302nd defeated Heidelberg’s V Corps Special
Troops Battalion Kalepe in Sunday’s loser’s bracket final, 26-24,
22-25, 15-9.
Then they stopped the 67th, 25-9, 25-20, to set up the ifnecessary shootout. The 302nd took that series by identical 2516 scores to win the title.
“I think we just got beat by a better team,” said Drum. “They
‘She is the heart and soul of our
team. She lifts us up, inspires us,
and never gives up.’
— Carlos Morales.
were better passers and servers. We were about even at digging
and hitting.
“We just didn’t gel like we did during the regular season. We
couldn’t get in synch. I know, what a time to not play our best,
but I really felt like we all played our hearts out, and I thought
we did extremely well for such a young team.”
The 98th ASG’s other representative – the 69th Signal
Battalion – dropped their first match, were beset with injuries,
and were eliminated in their second match.
“They stayed and supported us, though. And we were pulling
for them. It was good that the two teams from our ASG came
together like that,” Drum said.
The 67th was fortunate its frontline remained intact for
Sunday’s final. Dormuth was slated to report to Vilseck for
training and had to get a late arrival approved in order to play.
“It was a good thing, too, because he really came into his own
on Sunday. Even though we lost, Dormuth was a force they had
to deal with,” Drum said.
Other personnel problems impacted on the team. Kevin
Turner was only able to suit up for Friday’s first-round game. He
had visitors from out of country. And Paul Paul had to attend
certification training over the weekend. Zulaika Mercado-Perez
was also hobbled by a tender knee.
”Don Tucker and Kelly Gonzales filled in real well when we
needed them,” Drum added.
Roger Teel
David Fazekas, 67th CSH, tips the ball over defenders
as Zulaika Mercado-Perez and Don Tucker stand by to
assist.
Schweinfurt adds batting
cages to family complex
by Mark Heeter
CRUSADER
Mark Heeter
Workers install the pitching machines at the batting cage complex in the Kessler
family outdoor recreation area.
Girls’ soccer team tops
Young athletes vie
for competitive edge
by Cheryl Boujnida
CRUSADER
Don’t be fooled by their youthfulness. More
than half of the players from the Bamberg
American High School girls’ soccer team are
ninth-graders, but they have staying power.
The Lady Barons played
out the 2002 season by
placing fourth at the
regional championships
held in Regensburg May
16 and 17. They choked
Baumholder with a score
of 3-0, tied Bad Aibling 00, and were defeated by
Ansbach 3-1 and Hohenfels 2-1. The match against
Hohenfels was close –
Clubb
opponents scored within
the last few minutes of the game.
“For many of the girls, it was the first time
they ever touched a soccer ball. They played
with determination and their will to win kept
them motivated,” said Lt. Col. Kurt Slocum,
soccer coach. He stressed there were many times
during the season when Bamberg players dominated a game and outshot their opponents, but
did not notch a win. “This was a season for our
girls to remember and to grow on. Every girl, regardless of ability, gained confidence and was a
valuable member of the
team,” Slocum said.
The Lady Barons slammed the brunt of their
goals at the end of the
season. “We entered into
the regional match with
one seasonal goal and were
able to score an additional
five because we changed
some player positions.
Raedell Enoch scored the Rivera
goals for us,” said Anita
Hunt, team sponsor.
Several players were awarded. Enoch took all
tournament and 2nd team all conference,
Everlidis Rivera took all tournament and 1st
team all conference, and Michelle Clubb took
2nd team all conference. Rivera is also the best
female defensive player for 2001-02.
‘For many of the girls, it
was the first time they ever
touched a soccer ball.’
– Lt. Col. Kurt Slocum
“In order to play well, you can’t be afraid of
getting hurt – soccer is an aggressive sport. Next
year we plan to have more returning players, but
it’s not easy. Overall, I’m impressed by how our
team improved,” Rivera said.
The Schweinfurt community will soon have
the first batting cage complex of its kind in
Europe, said Jeff Temple, director of community
activities for the 280th BSB.
“As far as we can tell, this is the first in
Europe. It’s the only full-scale batting cage complex,” Temple said, acknowledging that some
other communities might have less sophisticated
batting practice areas.
The complex will include four baseball- and
softball-pitching machines, which have selfretrieving systems that automatically funnel the
balls into a conveyor belt for continuous pitching.
“It’s a first-class facility and very well built,”
Temple added.
The installation of batting cages is the second
phase of what is developing into a family out-
door recreation area on the site adjacent to the
Kessler Bowling Center.
In fact, according to Temple, the cages will
maintain the same operating hours as the bowling center year-round. Local nationals will
likewise be able to use the facility as guests.
“It’s going to bring us another opportunity for
soldiers and family members to participate in a
program that they can’t find anywhere else in
Europe,” said Larry Price, 280th BSB Community Recreation Division chief.
Temple and Price hope that softball and
baseball teams from throughout the 98th ASG
and other organizations will take advantage of
the cages.
“We want to ensure that other BSBs send their
sports teams in to use the facility,” Temple said.
The grand opening of the complex will take
place during the Fourth of July celebration at
5 p.m.
Roundup
Enjoy water fun
The 235th BSB Outdoor Recreation sponsors a white-water rafting and canyon trip to
Austria June 22-23. The cost is $179 and
includes transportation to Taxenbach, Austria,
the guides for rafting and canyoning, all rental
equipment, the meal after rafting, and one
night in a hotel with breakfast. For more
information, call 468-7600 or (0981) 183600.
Join family day
The Illesheim Bowling Center offers a
special day for the whole family at the Freizeit-Land Geiselwind amusement park. Depart from the Illesheim Recreation Center
parking lot July 20 at 8 a.m. with a tentative
return time of 7 p.m. The cost is $5 per person
and does not include admission to the park.
(09841) 83530.
Enjoy rafting, biking
Go on a rafting and biking adventure in
Austria with the Bamberg Recreation Center
July 27. Cost per person is $89 and includes
equipment and transportation. Bus departs
Warner Barracks at 4 a.m. and returns at 11
p.m. For more information, call 469-8837 or
(0951) 3008837.
Go sandboarding
Learn how to master sandboarding with the
Bamberg Recreation Center July 13. Depart
to Germany’s largest sand mountain from
Warner Barracks at 7 a.m. and return at 9 p.m.
Cost per person is $45 and includes equipment, lift tickets, pool admission and transportation. The trip is recommended for children 14 years and older. To sign up, call 4698837 or (0951) 3008837.
Cardio challenge starts
The Finney Sports and Leisure Center on
Conn Barracks in Schweinfurt welcomes patrons to enjoy a circuit cardiovascular workout at a time convenient to them. The center
will provide an instructor to help with workout skills and techniques, and the service is
free. For more information, call 353-8234 or
(09721) 968234.
Learn to shoot skeet
Learn the basics of weapon safety and how
to shoot moving clay pigeons June 27 at the
Rod and Gun Club on Harvey Barracks,
Kitzingen, from 3:30-5:30 p.m. Cost is $20
and this session is for teens 13-18. For more
3058629.
Skim the rapids
Experience the thrill of raging white caps
July 5-7 with Harvey Outdoor Recreation.
Explore the rugged canyons in Austria and,
finally, enjoy a day of downhill biking. For
more information, call 355-8629 or (09321)
3058629.

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