Sep 21, 2012

SCHOFIELD BARRACKS, Hawaii -- When the 84th Engineer Battalion, 130th Engineer Brigade, 8th Theater Sustainment Command, deploys early next year, they will start thinking, "Accelerate your life," because they will be working side-by-side with the Navy. Throughout the deployment, the 84th Eng. Bn. will still maintain its traditions and daily operations within the battalion, but will adapt to the 30th Navy Construction Regiment's methods of construction, reporting, and construction standards.

Sep 20, 2012

For Soldiers of the 84th Engineer Battalion, a recent morning at Kaena Point State Park along North Shore, Hawaii, was more than a day at the beach.

Sep 20, 2012

CAMP RED CLOUD, South Korea -- When U.S. Army Garrison Red Cloud and USAG Casey next week hold a suicide prevention "stand down" day, they will be playing a part in a larger, Army-wide push to help curb suicides within the Army family. As part of that push, the Army has extended this September's annual "Suicide Prevention Week" to an entire month's duration.

Sep 20, 2012

Soldiers from the 2nd "Spartan" Brigade Combat Team traveled to Australia to conduct essential training with select members of the Australian Army's 1st Brigade, Aug. 22, in Darwin, Australia, prior to deploying to Afghanistan.

Sep 20, 2012

JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON, Alaska -- Surveyors from the 130th Engineer Brigade, 8th Theater Sustainment Command, recently traveled to Alaska to help keep multimillion-dollar Air Force fighter jets and cargo planes based, here, flying safely.

Sep 19, 2012

Every year around the holiday season, the Joint Hometown News Service hosts a Holiday Greetings gathering to give Service members, Civilians, and Families the opportunity to come out and send holiday greetings to love ones from their hometown. This year JHNS hosted the event here at the Dragon Hill Lodge, Sept. 17.

Sep 19, 2012

Students from Hankuk University Environmental Engineering School were invited to tour U.S. Army Garrison Yongsan as a part of the Green Neighbor initiative outreach program, Sep. 13. Through the program, students were given the opportunity to learn about the environmental practices being used by the U.S. Army and see real-life applications of the knowledge they had acquired through their schooling. "We're sharing our environmental practices and the way we manage our environmental programs on post and on the peninsula," William Rogers, chief of the Environmental Division for USAG Yongsan, said. "We're hoping that the students take away information that can help them in their pursuits for future education and careers."

Sep 19, 2012

WAIPIO, Hawaii -- A new chapter opened between the 8th Military Police Brigade and Hawaii's Sheriff Division as a military policeman from the 728th MP Battalion, 8th MP Bde. graduated with 17 new sheriff's deputies from the Sheriff's Recruit Academy at the Okinawa Center, here, Aug. 24. Staff Sgt. Stefeni Rowland, 558th MP Company, 728th MP Bn., 8th MP Bde., 8th Theater Sustainment Command, became part of a story that began 21 years ago when current State Sheriff Shawn Tsuha graduated from the academy with an Airmen and a Marine, forming a civilian-military bond.

Sep 19, 2012

ALIAMANU MILITARY RESERVATION, Hawaii -- Paralegal Soldiers from throughout 8th Theater Sustainment Command came together, here, to ruck, board and test to prepare for the U.S. Army-Pacific paralegal competition, recently.

Sep 19, 2012

While an outdoor crowd at Yano Field at Camp Zama, Japan, cheered the raw sounds of a blues-rock band Sept. 16, 2012, spectators in a gymnasium directly behind them watched wrestlers execute brutal body slams and piledrivers.

Sep 19, 2012

U.S. Army Alaska renewed its commitment to a strong relationship with the local Fairbanks community during the third annual School Partnership Program's Memorandum of Agreement signing at the Fairbanks North Star Borough School District building, Sept. 10, 2012.

Sep 19, 2012

Signaleers from throughout the Pacific and the globe connected in Hawaii for the 2012 Signal Corps Regimental Week, a series of events dedicated to commemorating the proud history of the Signal Regiment and communicating within the Signal Branch itself. The annual event was hosted by the 311th Signal Command (Theater) and U.S. Army, Pacific G6.

Sep 18, 2012

In two days the Army will conduct a suicide prevention stand down worldwide to focus on promoting good health, teammate involvement, risk reduction and resilience training.

Sep 18, 2012

Capt. Nery Calderon, G-34 for Eighth Army, was having a good day on Saturday as he watched his two children enjoying games and activities offered by U.S. Army Garrison Yongsan's Child Youth and School Services (CYSS) to celebrate the Day for Kids Community Celebration here, Sept. 15. "It is always good to see kids having fun and I think this definitely is a great idea for kids," said Calderon. "My kids love getting involved in different activities and this is a good resource for them. I appreciate the Garrison for doing this."

Sep 18, 2012

American Soldiers in South Korea overcame their third typhoon in less than a month when Typhoon Sanba came ashore at Yongsan Garrison, South Korea, Sept. 17, 2012.

Sep 18, 2012

On Sept. 2, 1950, Pvt. Richard Clapp and C Company, 1st Battalion, 27th Infantry Regiment came under fire near Yulchon, South Korea. Clapp was killed in action. The Army was unable to identify his remains at the time, and he was buried as "Unknown" in a military cemetery on the Korean Peninsula; later moved to the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific in Honolulu, Hawaii. In 2011, because of advances in technology, his remains were exhumed and identified by the Joint Prisoner of War/Missing in Action Accounting Command (JPAC). For Sgt. 1st Class James Shockley, maintenance supervisor with 602nd Forward Support Company, it would be his first opportunity to serve as a casualty assistance officer and serve Clapp's next of kin.

Sep 18, 2012

CAMP ZAMA, Japan (Sept. 18, 2012) -- "Even though we don't understand each other's language, playing sports and sharing that enjoyment together -- that's the most fun part."

Sep 17, 2012

Living in a tropical paradise doesn't mean you get to sit on the beach all day, relax and surf. Just ask Asenati Petelo. Even if she wanted to, Petelo is too busy to spend much time on the beaches of Hawaii, where she lives and works, because in addition to working a full time job she is in the U.S. Army Reserve, attends the University of Hawaii, and is a member of its ROTC program.

Sep 17, 2012

The Pacific Regional Medical Command's Warrior Transition Battalion sponsored a joint service adaptive water polo tournament, Sept. 7, 2012, at Richardson Pool, at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii.

Sep 17, 2012

The Soldiers who will represent U.S. Army Japan in the Army Ten-Miler race have all the dedication, morale and physical and mental preparation necessary to stand atop the winner's podium this year, the team's coach said.

Sep 14, 2012

Tripler Army Medical Center's Sleep Disorder Center earned accreditation from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, Aug. 10, 2012.

Sep 14, 2012

HONOLULU -- Tripler Army Medical Center's Interservice Physician Assistant Program Class 10-3 graduated in the chapel, Sept. 7, here.

Sep 14, 2012

SCHOFIELD BARRACKS, Hawaii (Sept. 12, 2012) -- Hollister "Holly" Petraeus spoke from experience as a military spouse of 37 years and as the wife of a retired four-star general when she talked to Soldiers and family members, Sept. 7, about personal financial health and mission readiness.

Sep 13, 2012

The American people have demonstrated resilience and resolve in the years since the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, a speaker at Camp Red Cloud said during a chapel service in remembrance of the traumatic events and their aftermath.

Sep 13, 2012

CAMP CASEY, South Korea -- The West Casey Chapel, which had been closed for 10 months for a stem-to-stern renovation, is open again and with an all-new look.

Sep 12, 2012

Soldiers and family members from U.S. Army Pacific paid tribute to the victims of the 9/11 terrorist attacks on the United States during a remembrance ceremony, Sept. 11, 2012, on Palm Circle at Fort Shafter, Hawaii.

Sep 12, 2012

To help the Community stay active, U.S. Army Garrison Yongsan introduced various events, programs, and activities to members of the garrison. Community members were given the opportunity to sign up for them at the Garrison Sign-up Day, which was held at the Collier Community Fitness Center, Sept. 9.

Sep 12, 2012

In conjunction with the events of 9/11, U.S. Army Garrison Yongsan conducted its Antiterrorism, Operations Security (OPSEC), and Threat Awareness Reporting Program (TARP) Training for U.S. and ROK Servicemembers and Civilians at the Multi-Purpose Training Facility, Sep. 11.

Sep 12, 2012

In order to provide job opportunities for Servicemembers,Families and Civilians, U.S. Army Garrison Yongsan's Army Community Service hosted a job fair to make the job-seeking process easier for the prospective employees here, Sept. 12

Sep 11, 2012

Eighth Army safety officials are encouraging U.S. troops to steer clear of unexploded ordnance in South Korea.

Sep 11, 2012

CAMP ZAMA, Japan (Sept. 11, 2012) -- The new Skills Development Center here was opened to the public following a ribbon-cutting ceremony held Sept. 7 in front of the facility.

Sep 11, 2012

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii (Sept. 11, 2012) -- Senior military leaders joined Hawaii educators, lawmakers, community members and volunteers for the 11th annual Joint Venture Education Forum, or JVEF, at the Ford Island Conference Center, here, Aug. 30.

Sep 11, 2012

SCHOFIELD BARRACKS, Hawaii (Sept. 11, 2012) -- Wednesday, Sept. 5, was an important day for Hawaii public school funding.

Sep 11, 2012

SCHOFIELD BARRACKS, Hawaii (Sept. 11, 2012) -- With a serious look of responsibility in her eyes and a poise and demeanor beyond her years, Kalaheo High School senior Juvie Ignacio Varela became the sixth recipient of the annual 1st Lt. Nainoa Hoe Scholarship of Honor, here, Aug. 31.

Sep 11, 2012

CAMP ZAMA, Japan (Sept. 12, 2012) -- "That day that we all know as 9/11 changed more than the skyline of New York City. It left more than a wound in the Pentagon, or a scar on a field in Pennsylvania. It changed a generation of Americans, it changed our Army, and it changed the world."

Sep 10, 2012

YONGSAN GARRISON, South Korea - Whether in garrison or training in the field during exercises, Eighth Army takes its environmental responsibility seriously.

Sep 10, 2012

Soldiers of Headquarters and Headquarters Company, United States Army Garrison Yongsan welcomed a new First Sergeant during a change of responsibility ceremony here, Sept. 6.

Sep 10, 2012

The Korean Augmentation to the United States Army program began during the Korean War through an agreement between the president of the Republic of Korea, Rhee Syng-man, and General of the Army Douglas McArthur. Originally intended to match able-bodied Korean personnel with available U.S. equipment, the program evolved into a cultural exchange and a symbol of friendship between the two nations.

Sep 10, 2012

The Camp Red Cloud Community Activity Center was recently visited by a small group of Korean women. Young and still basking in the vitality of their early 20s, most of them could easily pass for students. But, for these young women, not all is as it appears.

Sep 10, 2012

RODRIGUEZ LIVE FIRE COMPLEX, South Korea - Training in preparation for a deployment, especially the essential live-fire ranges, can be hazardous, but the 1-27th Infantry Battalion mitigates some of that danger with its Medical Emergency Vehicles.

Sep 10, 2012

RODRIGUEZ LIVE FIRE COMPLEX, South Korea - Soldiers, aviators and Airmen came together at the Digital Multipurpose Range Complex on Sept. 6 here to conduct Joint Exercise Gunsmoke as part of Operation Wolfhound Maul being conducted by 1st Battalion, 27th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 25th Infantry Division.

Sep 10, 2012

SCHOFIELD BARRACKS -- New motorized graders arrived last week at 130th Engineer Brigade, 8th Theater Sustainment Command, boosting construction capabilities by providing drastically improved performance over the old equipment. Soldiers and leaders from the "Sappers in" Brigade spent last week getting familiar with all the new aspects of the Caterpillar 120M motorized graders during operator and field level maintenance new equipment training (OPNET and FLMNET).

Sep 10, 2012

HONOLULU -- Installations around the island will hold a mass flu vaccination exercise, Sept. 18-20, with the goal of vaccinating as many Oahu-based active duty service members and emergency-essential civilians as possible.

Sep 10, 2012

The promises from the Native Hawaiian Covenant and the Army Community Covenant were on display, recently, as military representatives met with local vendors during the 15th annual American Logistics Association, or ALA, Hawaii Show, here.

Sep 10, 2012

WHEELER ARMY AIRFIELD, Hawaii (Sept. 10, 2012) -- The Military Resale System benefits military families, but only if families use it.

Sep 10, 2012

SCHOFIELD BARRACKS, Hawaii (Sept. 10, 2012) -- Soldiers, family members and Department of the Army civilians are needed to help "tackle and track" trash at Kaena Point State Park Reserve and Army Beach, Sept. 15, 8-11:30 a.m

Sep 10, 2012

WHEELER ARMY AIRFIELD, Hawaii (Sept. 10, 2012) -- Families who use U.S. Army Garrison-Hawaii's child care services will be receiving notification, in the coming days, of new Child Development Program fees for school year 2012-2013.

Sep 9, 2012

REPUBLIC OF KOREA--ROK service members, 1st Lt. Lee and Capt. Choi, observe as Maj. Camperson, U.S. Army Reserve 368th FEST-Main, briefs the survey of Chilgok Stadium during Ulchi Freedom Guardian 2012.

Sep 7, 2012

Since it was stood up two years ago, the coalition network has become the standard enclave in which to share data and situational awareness between U.S. and coalition forces in Afghanistan. Now a similar tactical network is being upgraded in South Korea to enable U.S. partners in that country to reap similar rewards.

Sep 7, 2012

CAMP HUMPHREYS -- Summer vacation has come to a close and Humphreys American School (HAS) welcomed children back here on Monday morning, Aug. 27.

Sep 7, 2012

PYEONGTAEK, Republic of Korea -- The 17th session of this year's Korean Head Start program took place here, Aug 29-31.

Sep 7, 2012

CAMP HUMPHREYS -- It was a sign-up day at the Super Gym on Aug. 25. Parents and their children spent time together, signed up for the Girl Scouts, and got to know more about the organization for their little ones.

Sep 7, 2012

United States Army Soldiers flew thousands of miles from several of the 50 states, including Hawaii, California, Maryland, Alabama and Utah, to support the Republic of Korea-U.S. Alliance during 2012 Ulchi Freedom Guardian Exercise in South Korea.

Sep 7, 2012

Soldiers of the 1st Battalion, 27th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 25th Infantry Division, conducted a combined arms live-fire exercise at Rodriguez Live Fire Complex, South Korea, Sept. 3, 2012, as part of Operation Wolfhound Maul.

Sep 7, 2012

High school students from several Pacific region garrisons gathered, here, recently, for an annual Pacific Youth Leadership Forum. The theme for this year's forum was "Renewable Energy-The Power of Youth."

Sep 6, 2012

CAMP CASEY, South Korea -- Warrior Country put work on hold Aug. 31 to celebrate Labor Day with a festival on Camp Casey. Almost 5,000 Soldiers, civilians and family members took part in the annual event.

Sep 6, 2012

"It's a problem within our ranks that has to stop; it's an issue within the ranks and it will destroy us from inside," the commanding general of U.S. Army Japan said about sexual assault.

Sep 6, 2012

ROGRIGUEZ LIVE FIRE COMPLEX, Korea - The UH-60 Blackhawk begins to bank around the mountain side on its approach to the landing zone. Grass, dirt and debris fill the air as the bird hovers slightly above the deck before touching down. The green and tan of ACUs emerge from the fuselage in all directions. As the adrenaline filled Soldiers leap to the ground they immediately aim their weapons and prepare to protect their assets should the enemy be near. These are the Soldiers of the 'Coldsteel' company and they are ready for a fight.

Sep 6, 2012

RODRIGUEZ LIVE FIRE COMPLEX, Korea -- Soldiers of the 225th Brigade Support Battalion, 2nd Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 25th Infantry Division are ensuring that the 1st Battalion, 27th Infantry Regiment, 2nd SBCT, 25th ID, has everything it needs to continue training operations here during their more than month long deployment to Korea during Operation Wolfhound Maul from July 31 to Sept. 9.

Sep 6, 2012

RODRIGUEZ LIVE FIRE COMPLEX, Korea -- Soldiers of the 1st Battalion, 27th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 25th Infantry Division conducted a combined arms live fire exercise at the Digital Multipurpose Range Complex here on Sept. 3 as part of Operation Wolfhound Maul.

Sep 6, 2012

After a decade of battle, the Army faces the threat of suicide, and like any battle, the Army trains to defeat threats.

Sep 6, 2012

The new Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation's Outdoor Recreation facility, here, features nearly 5000 square feet of covered storage behind the main building, allowing for an increase of 40 percent more equipment for Soldier and family member rental. The new complex is located behind the Army Community Center building and Hui Na O Wahine Thrift Shop.

Sep 5, 2012

The U.S. Army's operational-level commander in South Korea said exercise Ulchi Freedom Guardian improved Eighth Army's mission readiness to serve as a joint and combined operational headquarters.

Sep 5, 2012

SAGAMI DEPOT, Japan (Sept. 5, 2012) -- When a small unit is tagged to provide service and support for a week for more than 200 Soldiers and Airmen, it can seem like an arduous task to accomplish.

Sep 5, 2012

United States Army Garrison Yongsan Community was given the opportunity to show off their talent during Open Mic Night held here, Aug. 31. This event was hosted by BOSS (Better Opportunity for Single Soldiers) at the R&R Bar & Grill.

Sep 5, 2012

U.S. Army Pacific Contingency Command Post showed its Theater Army capability in the Republic of Korea, Aug 14-30, 2012, during Ulchi Freedom Guardian.

Sep 5, 2012

Looking for a job? About to retire? Just moved to Korea? U.S. Army Garrison Yongsan's Army Community Service is planning to hold a job fair to help you through the transition process. Frank D. Jackson, employment readiness program manager for USAG Yongsan's ACS, explained that everyone with access to the post would be invited to find out about job employment opportunities being offered for Servicemembers and Families moving in and out of the Korean peninsula.

Sep 4, 2012

Living in South Korea affords the children of the U.S. Army community here some unique opportunities, and on a recent Monday it gave them some time with English-speaking children from the host nation.

Sep 4, 2012

CAMP ZAMA, Japan (Aug. 31, 2012) -- "Teresa was someone who really cared about the school and students always, and you are never going to find anyone more dedicated than her."

Sep 4, 2012

GOTEMBA CITY, Japan (Sept. 4, 2012) -- The Japan Ground Self-Defense Force displayed its tactical, weapons and aircraft capabilities to the public during the annual Fuji Firepower Demonstration, held Aug. 24 through 26 at the East Fuji Maneuver Area here.

Sep 4, 2012

Soldiers from the 35th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion supported more than 200 active, Reserve and Guard personnel in Japan who were taking part in U.S. Army Pacific's 2012 Medical Exercise.

Sep 4, 2012

SCHOFIELD BARRACKS, Hawaii -- Two of U.S. Army Health Clinic-Schofield Barracks' Medical Company medics took first place in the 2012 Pacific Regional Medical Command Best Medic Competition held Aug. 28-30, here.

Sep 4, 2012

Soldiers from U.S. Army Alaska's 2nd Engineer Brigade, along with 36 other U.S. Army Pacific Soldiers, participated in the 12-day Australian Army Junior Leader Jungle Training Course, from July 30 to Aug. 10, 2012, in the jungles of the Australian Combat Training Center in the country's northeastern state.

Sep 4, 2012

U.S. Army Japan's participation in the Sagamihara City Disaster Drill, Sept. 2, 2012, at Fuchinobe Park in Sagamihara, Japan, helped maintain a strong relationship with the local community in case of a disaster, officials said.

Sep 4, 2012

For these military police Soldiers part of a group of 26 Soldiers from units in Korea, the 25th Inf. Div., the 8th Military Police Brigade, 8th Theater Sustainment command, and the Directorate of Emergency Services, Hawaii, the last thing on their mind is how they are just training or their graduation as Special Reaction Team members later in the week, here, on Aug 24. They focus on their mission; distractions are for Soldiers not ready for the brutal realities of the SRT, the Army's equivalent of a SWAT team. A unit that stands ready to rapidly engage in hostage situations, conduct drug stings and provide an added level of firepower and skill sets to the Military Police mission.

Sep 3, 2012

A group of South Korean troops were guests of the U.S. Army in Area I recently for an on-post tour that showed them how the Army helps preserve Korea's environment. It included a look at how Area I "grows" dirt on a land farm.

Sep 3, 2012

After a brief but fruitful existence as the latest incarnation of U.S. Army Japan's official command information publication, the Rising Sun newspaper will make a committed, and most would say inevitable, shift into the digital age by becoming an online-exclusive news site.

Aug 31, 2012

Camp Carroll Soldiers assigned to the 501st Special Troops Battalion, 501st Sustainment Brigade, conducted night-oriented Soldier-focused missions during the peninsula-wide exercise Ulchi Freedom Guardian while on Camp Casey, Aug. 16-30, 2012.

Aug 30, 2012

Army Reserve Soldiers from the 325th Combat Support Hospital, 139th Medical Brigade, 807th Medical Command (Deployment Support), deployed from Independence, Missouri, and executed a seamless mass casualty exercise for disaster relief on Sagami (Army) General Depot in Sagamihara, Japan, Aug. 28, 2012.

Aug 30, 2012

TORII STATION, Okinawa (Aug. 30, 2012) -- Ten Soldiers assigned to units on Okinawa are currently taking part in the Sobe Summer English Program to help teach English to local school children during their summer break.

Aug 30, 2012

People to People New Seoul Chapter (PTP) hosted a welcome banquet in honor of Col. Michael E. Masley, garrison commander for U.S. Army Garrison Yongsan, here, Aug. 30.

Aug 29, 2012

TORII STATION, Okinawa (Aug. 29, 2012) -- The commander of the 8th Theater Sustainment Command visited a unit in Kure, Japan, to observe how the Soldiers assigned there conduct ammunitions operations from their headquarters in the southern prefecture of Hiroshima.

Aug 29, 2012

While training to confront simulated threats during exercise Ulchi Freedom Guardian 2012, Eighth Army overcame a real one when the strongest typhoon in a decade struck the Korean Peninsula, Aug. 28, 2012.

Aug 29, 2012

CAMP YONGIN, South Korea - The XVIII Airborne Corps "Sky Dragons" were officially greeted by the Third Republic of Korea Army as they launched the beginning of Ulchi Freedom Guardian 2012 here on Aug 24.

Aug 29, 2012

The 1-27th Wolfhound Infantry Battalion, 2nd Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 25th Infantry Division, from Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, which is currently training at Rodriguez Range with 2nd Infantry Division forces, is part of the greater Stryker force in the Pacific region.

Aug 29, 2012

Typhoon Bolaven roared through United States Army Garrison Yongsan, but it didn't quite pack as big of a punch as was expected, Aug. 28.

Aug 29, 2012

To make sure kids are safe when walking across roads, the U.S. Army Garrison Yongsan's Directorate of Emergency Services, Military Police, organized roadguard teams to provide safety to children before and after school, Aug. 27.

Aug 29, 2012

SCHOFIELD BARRACKS, Hawaii -- The staff at U.S. Army Health Clinic-Schofield Barracks held a Women's Equality Month observance, Aug. 24, here.

Aug 28, 2012

501st SBDE conducts Joint Training Exercise with 2ID, Air Force and KSC

Aug 28, 2012

Secretary of the Army John McHugh visits Seoul, South Korea, meeting with South Korean officials and Soldiers, and visiting the Joint Security Area located within the village of Panmunjom, as well as Camp Humphreys. McHugh also met with Gen. James D. Thurman, Commander of United Nations Command, U.S./Republic of Korea Combined Forces Command, and United States Forces Korea, and Lt. Gen. John D. Johnson, commanding general of Eighth Army.

Aug 28, 2012

We should never forget that our Nation's strength, freedom, and prosperity would be impossible without the dedication and tireless efforts of the American worker. On September 3rd, we will pay tribute to all of our citizens who have worked so hard to create and sustain this great Nation as we celebrate Labor Day.

Aug 28, 2012

JOINT BASE LEWIS-McCHORD, Wash. -- Hidden away in a wood line of evergreens, behind a maze of 12-foot-high security fences with razor wire tops, where few might expect to find any good, lies a garden chocked full of life and color. The men who tend to it -- Soldier prisoners under incarceration for violating military law -- take deep pride in raising quality fruits and vegetables from its soil.

Aug 28, 2012

Cast and crew from the hit series Hawaii Five-0 filmed scenes from the show's 3rd consecutive season at Historic Palm Circle on Fort Shafter, Hawaii. Soldiers from U.S. Army Pacific gathered to support filming throughout the day, playing no other role but a U.S. Army Soldier.

Aug 28, 2012

Children from elementary, middle and high school crowded the school grounds on U.S. Army Garrison Yongsan for the first day of school, Aug. 27. As parents and children visited the registrar's office, students bragged to friends about their new class schedules. Within the first hour of school, hallways and classrooms at Seoul American High School, Seoul American Middle School and Seoul American Elementary School were bustling with activity as children made their way to their respective classes and began the new school semester.

Aug 28, 2012

To help kids get ready to go back to school, U.S. Army Garrison Yongsan Child Youth Schools and Services (CYSS) organized the Back to School Block Party here, August 24. Conversations and laughs were shared as students and parents had the opportunity to talk to school administrators and teachers, and also ask questions about upcoming school year.

Aug 27, 2012

In August 1950, Soldiers from the 65th Infantry Regiment, the only Hispanic segregated unit in the U.S. military history, departed from Puerto Rico to participate in the Korean War, where they played a critical role during the hostilities, by participating in nine major campaigns through the peninsula, being one of the first troops to meet the enemy.

Aug 27, 2012

WHEELER ARMY AIRFIELD -- It was all smiles and shouts of joy throughout the crowd as Soldiers of the 95th Engineer Company (Clearance) marched into the building here at Wheeler Gulch Aug. 14. The company, part of 65th Engineer Battalion, 130th Eng. Brigade, 8th Theater Sustainment Command, redeployed to Schofield Barracks after a successful one-year tour in Afghanistan. Lt. Col. Darman Place, commander of 65th Eng. Bn., expressed his gratitude for their service. "Having the 95th Route Clearance 'Wolfpack' home is, simply put, an answered prayer and marks the first time the 65th Engineer Battalion has been whole in over three years," Place said. "The Soldiers of the Wolfpack, each and every one of them, are American heroes and deserve this heroes' welcome."

Aug 27, 2012

CAMP CASEY, South Korea -- Improving reading and math skills are two vital goals the Casey Elementary School will pursue during the coming school year, its principal told Area I parents and students during a Back to School Town Hall Aug. 17.

Aug 27, 2012

CAMP CASEY, South Korea -- A logistics unit whose technicians play a key role in helping combat units keep their sophisticated combat systems in fighting order has a new commander following a ceremony at Camp Casey Aug. 17.

Aug 26, 2012

The 1-27th Wolfhound Infantry Battalion from Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, came to Korea hoping to replicate some of the training their sister battalion, 1-21st Gimlets Infantry Battalion experienced earlier this year during Operation Foal Eagle.