Peterson Space Observer Aug. 30, 2018

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Thursday, August 30, 2018

Vol. 62 No. 35

Medal of Honor presented to Tech. Sgt. John Chapman’s family

By Secretary of the Air Force Public Affairs

WASHINGTON (AFNS) — On what would have been their 26th wedding anniversary, Tech. Sgt. John Chapman’s widow, Valerie Nessel, accepted his Medal of Honor from President Donald Trump during a ceremony at the White House Aug. 22.

“We are gathered together this afternoon to pay tribute to a fallen warrior, a great warrior…and to award him with our nation’s highest and most revered military honor,” Trump said.

Fighting in the early morning hours through brisk air and deep snow, Chapman sacrificed his own life to preserve the lives of his teammates during the Battle of Taku Ghar, Afghanistan, on March 4, 2002. “[John] would want to recognize the other men who lost their lives,” Valerie said in a previous interview. “Even though he did something he was awarded the Medal of Honor for, he would not want the other guys to be forgotten – they were part of the team together. I think he would say his Medal of Honor was not just for him, but for all of the guys who were lost.”

Chapman was originally awarded the Air Force Cross for his actions; however, following a review of the Air Force Cross and Silver Star recipients directed by then-Secretary of Defense Ash Carter, Deborah James, then-Secretary of the Air Force, recommended Chapman’s Air Force Cross be upgraded to the Medal of Honor.

“John was always selfless – it didn’t just emerge at Taku Ghar – he had always been selfless and highly competent, and thank God for all those qualities,” retired Air Force Come out and play with us from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, Col. Ken Rodriguez, Chapman’s commander at the time September 29, in Patriot Park, located on the north side of the Big or little. Young or adult.“He We all need to make of the battle,Youth saidCenter. in a previous interview. could have time to play. The event is free and open to all eligible users See Medal of Honor page 11 of Peterson AFB and their guests.

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WASHINGTON (AFNS) — Valerie Nessel, the spouse of Tech. Sgt. John Chapman, stands as the citation is read before receiving the Medal of Honor from President Donald J. Trump during a ceremony at the White House in Washington, D.C., Aug. 22, 2018. Chapman was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor for actions on Takur Ghar mountain in Afghanistan on March 4, 2002, when his elite special operations team was ambushed by the enemy and came under heavy fire from multiple directions. Chapman immediately charged an enemy bunker through thigh-deep snow and killed all enemy occupants. Courageously moving from cover to assault a second machine gun bunker, he was injured by enemy fire. Despite severe wounds, he fought relentlessly, sustaining a violent engagement with multiple enemy personnel before making the ultimate sacrifice. With his last actions, he saved the lives of his teammates.

McCain’s life should serve as example for today’s service members, Mattis says

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By Jim Garamone DoD News, Defense Media Activity

WASHINGTON — The life of Arizona Sen. John S. McCain, who died Aug. 25, should serve as an example for service members today, Defense Secretary James N. Mattis said here today.

Mattis spoke with reporters just before welcoming Indonesian Defense Minister Ryamizard Ryacudu to the Pentagon for meetings.

The secretary focused on Navy Lt. Cmdr. John McCain, a naval aviator shot down over North Vietnam in 1967 and held in captivity for more than five years.

Mattis noted that McCain refused to be repatriated out of order. The North Vietnamese sought to make propaganda hay by releasing McCain – the See McCain’s life page 14

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PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — Senior Airman Dennis Hoffman, 21st Space Wing public affairs photojournalist, received the Military Graphic Designer of the Year 2017 award from leadership at Defense Media Activity, August 20, 2018 at Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado. The Defense Media Awards program honors excellence among military and civilian broadcasters, graphic artists, journalists, photographers and videographers to foster an environment of innovation and growth, leading to more effective communication programs.

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21ST SPACE WING

COMMANDER’S CORNER

Warrior ethos PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — The crux of military law is to maintain good order and discipline in the pursuit of promoting justice and effectiveness in the military establishment. The Warrior’s Ethos further exemplifies these principals, representing the ideals that drive military law through physical and moral courage. Former Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. T. Michael Moseley stated the “Warrior’s Ethos exhibits a hardness of spirit, and moral and physical courage.”

Physical courage is a warrior’s ability to act despite their fears of consequences to their physical person, knowing their actions are necessary and just. The Army Rangers who scaled the cliffs at Pointe de Hoc, France during World War II to take out German guns were warriors. They scaled the cliffs, fighting on, in the face of certain death. Indeed, 225 began the mission and

By Lt. Col. Sterling C. Pendleton 21st Space Wing Staff Judge Advocate in the end only 90 remained. The Rangers at Pointe de Hoc courageously died for their country, for democracy and to liberate Europe from tyranny; things bigger than themselves.

Moral courage underpins who we are and what we

stand for, guiding us through difficult decisions of morality and justice. On March 16, 1968, U.S. soldiers entered the small village of My Lai and killed hundreds of civilians. While some of the soldiers did not participate in the atrocities, none did anything to stop them.

However, Warrant Officer Hugh Thompson, having witnessed the actions from a helicopter, showed true moral courage that day. Despite the risks of alienation by his superiors and derailing his professional career, Thompson immediately confronted the perpetrators and reported their actions. Thompson stood up for his ideals and the ideals of the military law system.

Airmen must have equal parts physical and moral courage. Physical courage to do what is asked of them and fulfill their duty, even in the face of uncertainty and danger. Moral courage to do what is right and hold themselves to a higher standard of civility and discipline. Without either of these principles, our military law system would be inert. The strength of military law lies in the strength of Airmen and our understanding and adherence to the Warrior’s Ethos.

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By Robb Lingley

21st Space Wing Public Affairs

PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — With an increased use of social media and mobile technology, it has been simpler than ever to share your thoughts and opinions around the world.

Snapchat, Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook are just some of the social media platforms out there for public use.

This past February, the U.S. Office of Special Counsel updated its guidance regarding when federal employees’ use of social media violates the Hatch Act, a federal law that has been in place since 1939.

“The Hatch Act limits federal employees' political activities to enforce political neutrality among the ranks,” said Christine Fornander, 21st Force Support Squadron Airman & Family Readiness Center installation voting assistant officer.

The Department of Defense policy is to encourage members of the Armed Forces , including members on active duty, DoD civilians, members of the Reserve Components not on active duty, members of the National Guard (even when in a non-Federal status), and retired members to carry out the obligations of citizenship.

Generally speaking, all federal employees may use social media to comply with the Hatch Act so long as they abide by the following three prohibitions: Employees may not engage in political activity while on duty or in the federal workplace.

Employees may not knowingly solicit, accept, or receive a political contribution for a political party, candidate in a partisan race, or partisan political group. This rule applies 24/7, not just in the workplace.

Employees may not use their official authority or influence to affect the outcome of an election. This rule also applies 24/7, not just in the workplace.

Whether it’s a small local election or a large national election, service members are encouraged to stay up to date and be involved in political activities.

AFI 51-902 provides specific rules regarding what Air Force members can and cannot do in the political arena. A brief review of these important rules can keep you out of trouble while still being able to be a responsible, politically conscious citizen.

Do: Register to and vote Express a personal opinion on political candidates and issues, but not as a representative of the Armed Forces Encourage others to vote Make monetary contributions to a political organization or political committee Attend political meetings or rallies as a spectator when not in uniform Join a political club and attend its meetings when not in uniform Participate fully in the Federal Voting Assistance Program Don’t: Use official authority or influence to interfere with an election Solicit contributions in any federal or military offices or facilities for any partisan political candidate or cause

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Serve as an officer for in sponsor of a partisan political club Speak to a partisan political gathering to promote a partisan political party or candidate March or ride in a partisan political parade Display a large political sign at one’s residence on a military installation Use contemptuous words concerning the president or Congress “If Airmen don't follow the political activity dos and don'ts, they risk Uniform Code of Military Justice actions,” said Fornander.

If you are active duty, civilian, or a dependent of the military and not registered in Colorado to vote, you may request your state's ballot by registering at www.fvap.gov. Find your state, follow the directions for your state and request a ballot.

The Peterson Airman & Family Readiness Center is your point of contact should you need voting assistance.

“To get election information you can Google candidate races and read local newspapers online or in print,” said Fornander. “The local newspapers both have extensive information on candidates and issues. I recommend several diverse sources on the same subject to have a larger picture view.”

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PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — With an increased use of social media and mobile technology, it has been simpler for Airmen and civilians to share their thoughts and opinions around the world about the upcoming elections. Snapchat, Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook are just some of the social media platforms out there for public use. The Department of Defense policy encourages Airmen and civilians to carry out the obligations of citizenship.

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The North Gate will be closed the entire weekend, including Friday Aug. 31 and Sept. 3. The East Gate will be open normal hours on Friday Aug. 31 (5 a.m. to 6 p.m.) and Monday Sept. 3, (8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.).

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A 12 Week Weight Loss Class (1hr classes) starts Friday, Sept. 7 at 9:30 a.m. on a weekly basis until Dec. 7, which will help participants learn to make better choices through the holiday and into the New Year! Classes will be held in the Health Promotion Classroom, second floor of Fitness Center for all DoD ID Card holders over 18 years of age. Please register by Sept. 5 to Laura Moore at 556-5787 or laura.m.moore8.ctr@mail.mil.

AWANA KICK OFF

AWANA is a Christian program designed like boy/girl scouts and helps build strong future leaders. The first meeting will be Sept. 12 from 5 - 7:15 p.m. Dinner will be served for the entire family and ages for AWANA classes are for 2 - to 12-year-olds. The meetings will be filled with fun, laughter, games, and training our children to serve and lead in our community. For more information please contact Myrna Shaffer at 2knowandbeknown@gmail.com or 556-4442.

CATHOLIC RELIGIOUS EDUCATION VOLUNTEERS

Our Catholic Religious Education program is dependent on volunteers for catechists (teachers), classroom assistants, and teen volunteers. The more volunteers we have, the better our program will become. Excellent resources and support will be provided for teaching positions. Teacher training will be offered Aug. 10, 6 p.m. at the Chapel. For more information, please contact Rose at 556-7971 or Rosanna.Taimanglo.ctr@us.af.mil.

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WASHINGTON — The Defense Department is making significant progress along its three strategic lines of effort outlined in the National Defense Strategy issued in January, Defense Secretary James N. Mattis told reporters today.

Mattis and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Marine Corps Gen. Joe Dunford updated Pentagon reporters this morning.

The secretary praised the strong bipartisan support in Congress that resulted in the $717 billion budget authorization for 2019. “And our military continues to grow stronger, more lethal, more agile, and certainly more deployable than a year ago,” he said.

The Fiscal Year ‘2019 National Defense Authorization Act is named for the late Sen. John S. McCain, and it meets all of DoD’s critical needs, Mattis said.

“I cannot thank Congress without expressing my respect for [McCain] for his steadfast courage and his service and my deepest condolences to his family for the loss of a man who represented all of the ideals America stands for,” the secretary said.

McCain was a staunch supporter of the U.S. military, he said.

“Our nation has lost a great patriot, and our military lost one of our most ardent supporters,” Mattis said.

The chairman also praised the late senator from Arizona. “[He] was a lifelong and tireless advocate for the men and women of the U.S. military,” Dunford said. “While we mourn Senator McCain’s passing, we’ll be eternally grateful for his distinguished service and his courageous example.”

Maintaining Military Readiness Today, the United States is being challenged across the global stage, Mattis said. “[We] are witnessing a world that is awash in change, and maintaining readiness in the face of looming threats is a responsibility that we owe the next generation,” the secretary said.

The Defense Department is working hard to meet those challenges, he said.

“We’re going to put our activities into a strategic framework that we have provided in the National Defense Strategy,” Mattis said of the three lines of effort: increasing lethality, strengthening alliances and building new partnerships internationally, and reforming how DoD does business to achieve the best use of taxpayers’ money. “[We] have no room for complacency in any domain, the secretary said. “We recognize cyberspace and outer space as warfighting domains on par with air, land and sea. And these two domains … were made contested domains by the actions of others, so as a result we have elevated [U.S.] Cyber Command to full combatant command status and we have worked with Congress and the White House to define the evolving space problem that we confront.”

DoD is also putting into place the National Defense Authorization Act’s provision for a unified space command, in line with the president’s vision for a Space Force, while revising its vision for defending its assets in space and revising antiquated acquisition processes.

“We are working now with Congress on our way ahead with regard to needed legislation for a separate department,” Mattis said.

“We have released our Nuclear Posture Review, outlining the necessary steps we are taking to strengthen America’s nuclear deterrents so these weapons are never used, nuclear war being a war that cannot be won and must never be fought,” he said.

DoD, also has added new standards to improve deployability of its forces so they are ready to fight and win at any time across any domain, the secretary said.

Alliances, Partnerships The No. 2 line of effort goal is to “improve consultation, cooperation and burden-sharing with alliances and partnerships so we can best deter … threats and competition, … because we are stronger alongside like-minded nations,” Mattis noted.

“Democracy is working, and we will be continuing to work with our friends from Ottawa to the southern tip of South America, for cooperation is critical for realizing the shared vision of democracy, prosperity and security,” he said.

The last NATO summit yielded tangible results with 29 partner nations, which are now spending more on defense in the organization, Mattis said “All recommitted to spending 2 percent of [gross domestic product] on defense by 2024,” he added.

The secretary said DoD also gained full commitment to what’s called the four 30s: 30 air squadrons, 30 naval ships and 30 combat battalions, all available to fight within 30 See Stronger Military page 9

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Medics’ career development opportunities amidst AFMS changes

By Chief Master Sgt. G. Steve Cum Chief, Medical Enlisted Force and Enlisted Corps Chief

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — When the Defense Health Agency assumes responsibility for delivering the health benefit in select MTFs on Oct. 1, medics will continue to have the same career development opportunities as before, if not more.

It’s no secret the Surgeon General, Lt. Gen. Dorothy Hogg, and I do our fair share of traveling, especially in light of this “transition,” as some like to call it. We talk with a lot of Airmen, and for good reason some are worried about their careers. Concern is natural, as long as you do not let it consume you. When it comes to jobs, career, and family we should all have good situational awareness.

But first, let me say something about this transition. In my view, this is more of a partnership. We have been working side by side with the DHA since it stood up. For years, we have worked together to ensure medical Airmen are ready for wartime missions, while at the same time ensuring a medically ready Air Force. Come Oct. 1, the DHA will implement policies and instructions in MTFs, and we will partner with them to ensure beneficiaries continue receiving the Trusted Care you provide every day.

The fact is increased involvement by the DHA in MTFs will offer you increased development opportunities, not fewer. We are continually evaluating and assessing programs to ensure you have the right training and skills to succeed.

We are convinced more leadership and development opportunities are exactly what we need to build future AFMS joint medical warrior teams. We have a group of people on the Surgeon’s staff, a transition cell made up of functional experts, which meets every day to hammer out details to ensure the best outcome possible. I can tell you they have your back, as do I. Let’s also look at a few things that will not change as the DHA’s role in MTFs matures. Your requirement to accomplish PME will remain unchanged. Your promotion system will remain unchanged. Your chance to volunteer for different

FALLS CHURCH, Va. — When the Defense Health Agency assumes responsibility for delivering the health benefit in select MTFs on Oct. 1, medics will continue to have the same career development opportunities as before, if not more. duty stations, take part in special duty assignments, and cross train will remain unchanged. The need for Air Force medics will remain unchanged…your roles and positions are vitally important. Your Air Force leaders and supervisors on Sept. 30 will still be your leaders and supervisors on Oct. 1. And I can assure you, you are their top priority.

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Team SMDC wins USAA/Broncos training camp competition

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ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — TEAM: U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command/Army Forces Strategic Command Soldiers win first place in the Broncos and USAA NFL Training Camp competition for service members Aug. 21 at the Denver Broncos' University of Colorado Health Training Center Fieldhouse in Englewood, Colorado. From left: Command Sgt. Maj. Tracey Rosser, Staff Sgt. Crystal Edralin, Chief Warrant Officer 3 Gio Perez, Staff Sgt. Brandon Vereen, Capt. Brad Lail, Maj. Michael Smith, Maj. Eddie Gorbett and Lt. Col. Donald Brooks.

By Dottie White U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command/Army Forces Strategic Command

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — Fifty service members got a taste of the NFL as the Broncos and USAA teamed up for an NFL Training Camp experience Aug. 21 at the Denver Broncos’ University of Colorado Health Training Center Fieldhouse in Englewood.

A five-person team from the U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command/Army Forces Strategic Command competed against nine other service member teams in a football-themed skills contest that include the 40-yard dash, the three-cone shuttle, the vertical jump, a receiving gauntlet and the quarterback arm challenge.

Team SMDC, which consisted of Maj. Eddie Gorbett, Maj. Michael Smith, Capt. Brad Lail, Staff Sgt. Crystal Edralin and Staff Sgt. Brandon Vereen, worked together to take first place in the competition. And the team’s alternate Chief Warrant Officer 3 Gio Perez assisted the 10th Mountain Division Special Forces Group by filling an open spot on their team.

Command Sgt. Maj. Tracey Rosser, command sergeant major, 1st Space Battalion, 1st Space Brigade, said the command picked the right team. "We had tryouts three weeks ago.

We picked the five best. And I’m very proud of how this group performed today.”

Lail said the group got together a few times to prepare.

“During practice, we went down the list of drills that were presented to us,” he said. “Even that was fun – building the team and figuring out what we were good at and what we needed

to work on. The team meshed very well. This has been a great experience in all aspects.”

Lail said his favorite part of the day was the camaraderie and the intensity with not only his own team but with the other service members as well.

“It was a lot of fun having the professionals out here getting us motivated in the beginning and along the way,” Lail said. “We had NFL pros Rod Smith and Ed McCaffrey out here teaching us some tricks of the trade.”

Lt. Col. Donald Brooks, commander, 1st Space Battalion, 1st Space Brigade, said he was very appreciative of USAA and the Broncos for putting together such an outstanding event.

“It’s good to get an opportunity for the men and women to get out of the office and enjoy the day, which we don’t get to do very often,” he said. “We just want to show our appreciation to USAA and the Broncos for everything they have done for us.

“I’m super proud of our team that competed today,” Brooks continued. “They did excellent in everything from running one of the fastest 40-yard dash times by the battalion executive officer [Gorbett] to Staff Sgt. Vereen throwing the record 66-yard pass. I think we represented well in all five events.”

Following the competition, the service members were provided lunch, VIP access to watch the Broncos practice and a meet and greet with current and former Broncos players where they received autographs and photograph opportunities.

“We really appreciate USAA, the Broncos and the community for all the different aspects that went into putting this event on and helping us out,” said Lail. “We look forward to continuing this partnership and friendship for years to come.”

(photos by Dottie White) (photos by Dottie White)

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — Staff Sgt. Crystal Edralin catches a pass in the receiving gauntlet portion of the Broncos and USAA NFL Training Camp competition for service members Aug. 21 at the Denver Broncos' University of Colorado Health Training Center Fieldhouse in Englewood, Colorado.

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — Staff Sgt. Brandon Vereen cuts around a ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — Capt. Brad Lail sets up for the quarterback arm challenge cone in the three-cone shuttle portion of the Broncos and USAA portion of the Broncos and USAA NFL Training Camp competition for service NFL Training Camp competition for service members Aug. 21 at members Aug. 21 at the Denver Broncos' University of Colorado Health Training the Denver Broncos' University of Colorado Health Training Center Center Fieldhouse in Englewood, Colorado.

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“We understand we cannot have lasting security for our country without solvency,” Mattis emphasized. “We are conducting the first audit in the department’s history and I want that audit to find problems. It’s the only way we will be able to craft effective solutions.”

That ensures that DoD upholds the trust Congress and the American people have placed in the department to spend their tax dollars wisely, he added.

DoD reform efforts have produced nearly $4 billion in savings in fiscal year 2018, which can be applied to more lethality, the secretary said. “We initiated the repeal of several hundred unnecessary regulations across the department, enhancing our efficiency and making it easier for industry to work with us and without compromising performance or accountability,” the secretary told reporters.

Mattis pointed out that DoD embraced and finalized the congressionally directed split between its acquisition and sustainment and research and engineering offices to ensure warfighters have the technology and equipment they need both on the battlefields of today and tomorrow.

The secretary said the bottom line is the “significant progress among the three lines of effort, and [that] our strategic framework is proving applicable across our far-flung department’s operations, and we will continue to drive results in the months and years ahead.”

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Medal of Honor From page 1 hunkered down in the bunker and waited for the (Quick Reaction Force) and (Combat Search and Rescue) team to come in, but he assessed the situation and selflessly gave his life for them.”

Chapman enlisted in the Air Force Sept. 27, 1985, as an information systems operator, but felt called to be part of Air Force special operations. In 1989, he cross-trained to become an Air Force combat controller.

According to friends and family, Chapman had a tendency to make the difficult look effortless and consistently sought new challenges. Dating back to his high school days, he made the varsity soccer squad as a freshman.

In his high school yearbook, Chapman quoted these words: “Give of yourself before taking of someone else.”

Chapman looked for a new challenge, which he found in combat control. This special operations training is more than two years long and amongst the most rigorous in the U.S. military; only about one in 10 Airmen who start the program graduate. From months of intense training to multiple joint schools – including military SCUBA, Army static-line and freefall, air traffic control, and combat control schools – Chapman is remembered as someone who could overcome any adversity.

“One remembers two types of students – the sharp ones and the really dull ones – and Chapman was in the sharp category,” said Ron Childress, a former Combat Control School instructor. “During one of his first days at Combat Control School, I noticed a slight smirk on his face like [the training] was too simple for him… and it was.”

Following Combat Control School, Chapman served with the 1721st Combat Control Squadron at Pope Air Force Base, North Carolina, where he met Valerie in 1992. They had two daughters, who were the center of Chapman’s world even when he was away from home – which was common in special operations.

“He would come home from a long trip and immediately have on his father hat – feeding, bathing, reading and getting his girls ready for bed,” said Chief Master Sgt. Michael West, who served with Chapman through Combat Control School, a three-year tour in Okinawa, Japan, and at Pope AFB. “They were his life and he was proud of them. To the Air Force he was a great hero… what I saw was a great father.”

The Battle of Takur Ghar In conjunction with Operation Anaconda in March 2002, small reconnaissance teams were tasked to establish observation posts in strategic locations in Afghanistan, and when able, direct U.S. airpower to destroy enemy targets. The mountain of Takur Ghar was an ideal spot for such an observation post, with excellent visibility to key locations.

For Chapman and his joint special operations teammates, the mission on the night of March 3 was to establish a reconnaissance position on Takur Ghar and report al-Qaida movement in the Sahi-Kowt area.

“This was a very high profile, no-fail job, and we picked John,” said retired Air Force Col. Ken Rodriguez, Chapman’s commander at the time. “In a very high-caliber career field, with the highest quality of men – even then – John stood out as our guy.”

During the initial insertion onto Afghanistan’s Takur Ghar mountaintop on March 4, the MH-47 Chinook

helicopter carrying Chapman and the joint special operations reconnaissance team was ambushed. A rocket-propelled grenade struck the helicopter and bullets ripped through the fuselage. The blast ripped through the left side of the Chinook, throwing Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Neil Roberts off the ramp of the helicopter onto the enemy-infested mountaintop below.

The severely damaged aircraft was unable to return for Roberts, and performed a controlled crash landing a few miles from the mountaintop. Thus began the chain of events that led to unparalleled acts of valor by numerous joint special operations forces, the deaths of seven U.S. servicemen and now, 16 years later, the posthumous award of the Medal of Honor to Chapman.

Alone, against the elements and separated from his team with enemy personnel closing in, Roberts was in desperate need of support. The remaining joint special operations team members, fully aware of his precarious situation, immediately began planning a daring rescue attempt that included returning to the top of Takur Ghar where they had just taken heavy enemy fire.

As the team returned to Roberts’ last-known position, now on a second MH-47, the entrenched enemy forces immediately engaged the approaching helicopter with heavy fire.

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to successfully offload the remaining special operations team members and return to base. Chapman, upon exiting the helicopter, immediately charged uphill through the snow toward enemy positions while under heavy fire from three directions.

Once on the ground, the team assessed the situation and moved quickly to the high ground. The most prominent cover and concealment on the hilltop were a large rock and tree. As they approached the tree, Chapman received fire from two enemy personnel in a fortified position. He returned fire, charged the enemy position and took out the enemy combatants within.

Almost immediately, the team encountered machine gun fire from another fortified enemy position only 12 meters away. Chapman deliberately moved into the open to engage the new enemy position. As he engaged the enemy, he was struck by a burst of gunfire and became critically injured.

Chapman regained his faculties and continued to fight despite his severe wounds. He sustained a violent engagement with multiple enemy fighters for over an hour before paying the ultimate sacrifice. Due to his remarkably heroic actions, Chapman is credited with saving the lives of his teammates.

(Staff Sgt. Ryan Conroy contributed to this story.)

(U.S. Air Force photo by Wayne A. Clark)

WASHINGTON (AFNS) — President Donald J. Trump gives his remarks during the Medal of Honor ceremony for Tech. Sgt. John Chapman at the White House in Washington, D.C., Aug. 22, 2018. Chapman was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor for actions on Takur Ghar mountain in Afghanistan on March 4, 2002, when his elite special operations team was ambushed by the enemy and came under heavy fire from multiple directions. Chapman immediately charged an enemy bunker through thigh-deep snow and killed all enemy occupants.

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AF week in photos FORT GEORGE G. MEADE, Md. (AFNS) — This week’s photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force.

(U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Matt Hecht)

F-16C Fighting Falcons from the New Jersey National Guard’s 177th Fighter Wing fly overhead during the Thunder Over the Boardwalk Air Show in Atlantic City, New Jersey, Aug. 22, 2018.

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Airman 1st Class Cassandra Herlache, 9th Operation Support Squadron radar, airfield and weather apprentice, executes a climb during a trial run at Beale Air Force Base, California, Aug. 16, 2018. Airmen in the process of climbing must have three points of physical contact with the tower at all times.

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Members of the 927th Aeromedical Staging Squadron lift a patient litter during training at Exercise Patriot Warrior Aug. 14, 2018 at Fort McCoy, Wis. Patriot Warrior readies expeditionary Reserve Airmen for worldwide deployments and provides knowledge and experience to strengthen skills and understanding.

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Members from the Naha Air Base fire department test the force of water during joint live-fire training Aug. 7th, 2018, at Kadena AB, Japan. The exercise allowed the 18th Civil Engineer Squadron and Japan Air Self Defense Force to utilize different equipment, and review tactics to putting out fires as part of a knowledge exchange.

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First Lt. Hillary Keltner, 50th Operations Support Squadron staff instructor for space situational awareness, follows a dress right dress command during an open ranks inspection at Schriever Air Force Base, Colorado, Aug. 21, 2018. The inspection was the first the squadron held in years.

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An F-22 Raptor lands at Volk Field Air National Guard Base, Wis., during Exercise Northern Lightning 18-2 Aug. 17, 2018. Northern Lightning is one of seven Air National Guard joint accredited exercises held at Volk Field.

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A B-52H Stratofortress takes off from Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, on a Continuous Bomber Presence mission in support of exercise Pitch Black 18 in Australia's Northern Territory Aug. 6, 2018. Bilateral training between the U.S. and allies like Australia increases interoperability and strengthens long-standing military-to-military partnerships.

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Dunford: U.S. forces busy implementing defense strategy worldwide

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WASHINGTON — Defense Secretary James N. Mattis and Marine Corps Gen. Joe Dunford, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, brief reporters on U.S. military strategy and current operations, Aug. 28, 2018.

By Jim Garamone DoD News, Defense Media Activity

WASHINGTON — The chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff gave a snapshot of the width and breadth of the U.S. military’s commitment around the globe during a Pentagon press conference today.

In his presentation, Marine Corps Gen. Joe Dunford also emphasized that troops are in these areas as part of a larger whole-of-government strategic approach to the world.

Dunford discussed the American military’s presence in the Indo-Pacific region, where 28,000 American service members remain on watch along the 38th parallel in Korea. “Our priority in the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command is supporting the State Department-led diplomatic and economic efforts aimed at denuclearization of the Korean peninsula,” he said.

American troops stationed in Korea demonstrate the nation’s commitment to the U.S.-South Korean alliance and deter North Korea from adventurism, the chairman said.

The United States is also conducting air and sea operations to enforce United Nations Security Council Resolutions aimed at getting North Korea to change its ways. All these are done with partners and allies, he said.

The United States is conducting operations across the command — which covers 51 percent of the globe — are aimed at preserving the rules-based international order that has allowed the region to peacefully grow and prosper, he said.

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and counterterrorism operations, the chairman said.

The chairman shifted focus to U.S. Central Command where American forces are in contact, seeking to defeat the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria and training Afghan forces to protect and police their own country. Central Command also works to counter Iranian malign influence around the region and deter the leaders of that country from making provocative moves.

There are about 14,000 U.S. personnel deployed to Afghanistan in the counterterrorism operations and in NATO’s Resolute Support Mission.

“Our primary mission remains countering terrorist threats to the United States,” Dunford said. “Our forces, alongside forces from 40 NATO and partner nations, are also training, advising and assisting more than 300,000 Afghan forces who are responsible for security in Afghanistan.”

The coalition committed to the defeat of the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria consists of the United States and 76 other nations. “In Syria, 2,000 U.S. and additional coalition forces are working to enable the 50,000 Syrian Democratic Forces in clearing the remainder of ISIS from the Euphrates River valley and in stabilizing those areas that have been cleared of ISIS,” the general said.

Across the border, American forces work with Iraqi security forces to ensure the success they have had is enduring.

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In U.S. Africa Command, there are 7,200 U.S. forces supporting thousands upon thousands of African partners in their struggle against terror groups like al-Qaida, Boko Haram and offshoots of ISIS. “Our efforts include developing security forces in Somalia, countering ISIS in Libya and supporting partners in the Sahel and the Lake Chad regions,” Dunford said.

The chairman shifted to U.S. Southern Command where American military leaders work with allies to address regional challenges and threats. Transnational criminal gangs, narcotics and people smugglers and the refugee crisis around Venezuela concern all in the hemisphere.

“Finally, here at home, the U.S. Northern Command has 1,600 DoD personnel and 33 aircraft working to suppress wildfires in the Western states, while more than 2,000 Guardsmen are supporting [the Department of] Homeland Security on the southern border,” he said. “The Northern Command also provides around the clock ballistic missile defense, while Americans and Canadians from the North American Aerospace Defense Command defend our air space.”

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FALLS CHURCH, Va. — The Air Force Medical Service is in a time of transition, with new leadership, evolving readiness requirements and congressional mandates all affecting its future.

To address these changes and provide guidance and direction to Airmen, AFMS leaders met in July to chart a way forward for the organization. A new strategy was developed at that meeting, aligning AFMS goals and objectives to Air Force priorities and the 2018 U.S. National Defense Strategy.

The AFMS has three goals that guide its activities: achieve full spectrum readiness, strengthen the joint warrior medical team, and drive AFMS transformation. Each goal furthers the AFMS mission to “ensure medically fit forces, provide expeditionary medics, and deliver Trusted Care to all we serve.”

“Readiness remains the highest AFMS priority,” said Col. Colin Smyth, director, expeditionary medical policy and operations at the AFMS. “We are refocusing our readiness preparation efforts in line with the Air Force Secretary’s vision. We need everyone ready to deploy, today, rather than on a rotational basis. It’s as much a mindset as anything else.”

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“Interoperability is such an important idea for us,” said Ms. Ellen Greenwood, deputy director, manpower, personnel and resources for the AFMS. “We are looking for new opportunities for medical Airmen to work in a joint environment, like being stationed at an Army or Navy hospital. These opportunities let Airmen share our Air Force culture and learn theirs, improving communication and cooperation when deployed.”

Greenwood says that joint operations lead to an overall stronger force, without losing what makes each medical component unique.

“Medical Airmen bring what’s unique and valuable about the Air Force to the table,” said Greenwood. “It’s important to also understand what our partners bring, whether it’s another agency or another service, and know how they can work together and complement each other.”

The final piece of the strategy is driving AFMS transformation. This is the piece that ties the strategy together, and keeps the AFMS moving forward, says Maj. Gen. Robert Miller, director, Medical Operations and Research for the AFMS. “Drive AFMS transition, that’s a lofty goal,” said Miller.

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“We have all 76 Air Force MTFs [military treatment facilities] transitioning to the Defense Health Agency in the coming years. We are doing everything possible to support that movement, including the recent launch of an AFMS Transformation Cell to coordinate those activities. We also need to plan how we will support our readiness mission and maintain our Trusted Care culture once the transition is over.”

Miller emphasized the centrality of readiness and Trusted Care in the strategy.

“At the end of the day, everything is in service of the patient,” said Miller. “Whether it’s on the battlefield, in the air, or at an MTF, the patient comes first. If we do this right, our patients shouldn’t even know that the AFMS is transformed, just that they got great care.”

Chief Master Sgt. Adam “Troy” McComb, chief, medical enlisted force development for the AFMS, sees joint operations and AFMS transformation as a great opportunity to improve care. He points out that the actual medical services provided across the Army, Navy and Air Force are very similar.

“Everyone bleeds the same,” said McComb. “The difference between the services is in how we deploy, how we get the care to the patient or the patient to the care. If we can get better at doing that by working together with our sister services and the DHA, then we owe it to our patients to do that.”

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son of the commander of U.S. Pacific Command – early. McCain refused and put up with torture, solitary confinement and lackadaisical medical care.

Lesson for Today’s Service Members McCain’s faith in the country saw him through the ordeal, Mattis said, and he wants service members today to learn from that.

“It’s primarily that they understand if you cherish the country it can carry you through the toughest of times,” the secretary said. “There’s no battle that can be thrown at you, there’s no POW status that can take that away from you. And it can sustain you all the way through.”

McCain’s belief and strength of character saw him through, Mattis said. And that, he added, is “what we are looking for in the character of the military – peacetime, wartime; routine, crisis.”

Mattis will be one of the pallbearers at the senator’s funeral. “It’s an honor,” he said simply.

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RESIDENTIAL FOR SALE CENTRAL 2 INCOME PROPERTIES

Good condition.

East and Central. Owner carry 20% down.

719-550-0010.

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~4bd, 2ba, newer roof/heating system/ exterior paint, 1900sf home. Located off of Powers and Barnes in a very nice area. 4875 Chaparral Road, Colorado Spgs, Co 80917 Asking $290,000. Call 719-494-0756/doemal@q.com.

GENERAL HOME FOR RENT

Pleasant Valley. 1260 SF, 3br, 1ba, gar, gp, w/d, a/c, 2 patios, $1525/ mo. Avail. 9/1. NO PETS or 420.

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ROOMMATES WANTED Near Pete AFB

Extra lrg 1BD furnished. Internet, cable and utilities included. Private entry, $900 per mo.

Call 719-534-3519

Full scholarships are now available to Military Spouses and Wounded Warriors for the H&R Block Income Tax Course.*

American Legion Post 209 Jr Shooting Sports Offering 9 week gun safety/basic marksmanship course for $25 starting 09/13. All youth ages 10-18 call Ken Taylor 719-761-4047

N. Powers/Pinecreek Ranch plan, Dist20, 3100sf, Avail Now 4bd/study/2.5bth/2CG, Appl incl, AC/Heat, $2200/mth. see on militarybyowner.com, 805-796-4630

Military Only. $600/mo., $500 security dep,, split utilities. Pet friendly home, dogs only. Length of time and move in date are flexible.

Furn. or Unf. avail. Please contact Aleah Castrejon for more info at 815-579-2678 or aleah.castrejon@gmail.com

Free scholarships for military spouses.

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*There is no tuition for the H&R Block Income Tax Course, but participants may be required to purchase course materials; your scholarship covers 100% of the cost of the materials. Enrollment restrictions apply. Full scholarship offer applies only to active duty, reserve component, retired, and wounded warrior military spouses. Discount must be used on initial purchase only. Not valid on subsequent payments. Scholarship offer not available where prohibited by state regulation. Valid if sold, purchased or transferred and where prohibited. Must be presented prior to registering for the class and may not be combined with any other offer or discount. Valid at participating locations only. Expires: January 31, 2019. **Enrollment in, or completion of, the H&R Block Income Tax Course is neither an offer nor a guarantee of employment. Additional qualifications may be required. Enrollment restrictions apply. State restrictions may apply. Additional training or testing may be required in MD and other states. Valid at participating locations only. Void where prohibited. This course is not intended for, nor open to any persons who are either currently employed by or seeking employment with any professional tax preparation company or organization other than H&R Block. During the course, should H&R Block learn of any student’s employment or intended employment with a competing professional tax preparation company or service, H&R Block reserves the right to immediately cancel the student’s enrollment. The student will be required to return all course materials, which may be non-refundable. CTEC#1040-QE-0889 ©2018 HRB Tax Group, Inc.

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