RED CLOUD GARRISON South Korea - Soldiers from the U.S. Army Garrison Red Cloud and USAG-Casey gathered for a series of lectures and presentations during the 15th semiannual New Horizons Day July 23 in the Red Cloud Theater. Various subjects like the roles of the United States Forces stationed in Korea, summer safety, equal opportunity, prostitution and human trafficking awareness, and Army values were covered in the training.
The purpose of the New Horizons Day, which originated in 2002 as a safety stand-down training event, is to increase Soldier's knowledge about cultural differences and Army policies and regulations. It is mandatory for all Solders assigned to Area I. The instructors include civilian employees and directors as well as noncommissioned officers and officers in and out of the unit.
At the beginning of the training, Solders watched a series of video clips about the important roles of the U.S. Army in Korea and the historical background of the U.S./Republic of Korea alliance. Lt. Gen. Joseph Fil, 8th U.S. Army commanding general gave the opening remarks in a video clip and emphasized the importance of the alliance.
"The theme for today's New Horizon's day is 'Woo Ri Nun Hana' or 'We are one'. It's important to remember that U.S. and R.O.K. Soldiers have served together in Korea and other parts of the world shoulder and shoulder for more than 60 years," Fil said. "I am directing you to take responsibility and full accountability for your actions and attitudes at all times."
After the video clips, Capt. Benjamin Hogan, 2nd Infantry Division administrative law attorney, gave a briefing on military claims and legal assistance. He also talked about ethics and foreign criminal jurisdiction.
Yi, Yon Hwa, USAG-Casey safety specialist, lectured about summer safety. She said safety is not a slogan, but condition individuals should be aware of, explaining specific ways to prevent summer hazards.
"Accident prevention is everybody's job," she said.
The next topic was about Korean Augmentee to the United States of Army history and program whose instructor was Cpl. Song, Eu-Jong.
"KATUSAs are unique because they only exist in Korea. You will never see Japanese or German Augmentee to the United States Army. It signifies the special relationship between the Republic of Korea and the United States," Song said. "KATUSAs exist for the interests of both countries."
Master Sgt. Samuel Ramos, USAG-RC Human Resources noncommissioned officer, gave a short brief about the Equal Opportunity Program, which was followed by some briefings about prostitution and human trafficking in regard to Army values.
To conclude New Horizons day, Cpt. Han, Yun-Song, HHC commander, gave closing remarks encouraging Soldiers to keep what they learned in mind. "Remember what we learned today. Live up to Army Values. If you do, there will be no trouble," he said.
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