TASM-E is getting the Netherlands FMS Reset operation

CAR BOMB COLEMAN, Germany-Theater Aviation Welcome Manager in Europe is coming up with the implementation of the foreign Military sales reset Mission for the Dutch army. TASM-(e) has already been carried out to restore the two Apache helicopters, the Dutch army AH64D owned and is coming up to the end of the third. The aircraft had been purchased by the Dutch army human resources through the programme.

"We have run the military sales personnel of foreign aircraft maintenance to be paid on the basis of the Mission, as a general rule, on a regular basis in order to supplement the" explains Lt. Col. the Tildon "Kye" Allen, TASM-E.Commander "FMS we maintenance is carried out on the aircraft, which was sold to the United States military other Governments as part of the human resources program."

TASM-(e) workers is to be carried out in the territory of other countries as the US military aircraft maintenance, serious disturbance likely to jeopardise the maintenance of the aircraft.

"We have an extensive maintenance on the aircraft," said Fabriel Ortiz, Deputy Commander TASM-E."The Dutch army had no staff Apache maintenance. They contact us our maintenance to be paid on the basis of them the task, and we agree."

Reimbursement of the cost of the program is actually win-win situation and TASM-(e) the foreign Governments.TASM-e is all work on the basis of supplementary appropriations and foreign Governments have access to world-class service for their specific device.

The operation is not without its challenges, though.

"We receive repair parts of the Netherlands Government and sometimes that may take some time," said Sgt. 1st Class Chad Eades. "Either they components from another aircraft is in the Netherlands or order directly from the Boeing parts that supply is expected to Us They can subscribe to. Army from other areas, but their priority is less than in the United States, so as to take into account the number of time, whatever they choose. option, we have to wait for it to arrive at the theater before we can stop the Restore operation. "

Despite the challenges of the last restore positions of aircraft is designed to be complete in the next 60 days, when the aircraft returned to the Netherlands within the armed forces.

This restoration is TASM-E has carried out this year, in the second task of the Netherlands. TASM-E also restore AH64D Apaches in March.

The program contributes to the protection of the disabled workers

WIESBADEN-as Elizabeth Deitch stepped Terminal at Frankfurt International Airport, the reality hit the end of the month. He was 3 000 miles to his home in Texas.
He was abroad. And new college degree because he was the first time, enter the workforce.
Myths and stereotypes, which paid about people with disabilities is tugged his nerves.
"I had some concerns," said Deitch, intern is the US Army Garrison Wiesbaden Trandsformation is available, Management Office.
And he put his shaking hands becomes his belt Deitch, however, my disability is added at the end I gave me still is not. "
Deitch was hired through the program, the code of conduct for the recruitment jobs, college Students with disabilities-Department of Labor and the Department of Defense sponsored program designed to connect very motivated postsecondary students and employers of people with disabilities in the federal sector vastavalmistuneille.
According to them, the US Department of Labor misconceptions about people with disabilities often stand in the way when people with disabilities are looking for work, the result is unemployment, a high rate of assistance.
WRP aim to eliminate this discrimination at the workplace-one student, one employer and one job at a time.
"We have always expected her to succeed," said Michael Sly, USAG Wiesbaden Directorate of public works and how to use the Deitch's administrator.
"He has a large skills. He jumped right national local staff and design team. he carried out his tasks quickly and his duties."
Deitch's first USAG Wiesbaden TSMO's Office was an intimidating local national workers, rattled updates projects on an occasional basis you're not familiar with the German word or phrase.
But the experience of working in the European regulation is combined with a number of construction projects is opened a new door Deitch.
"Had never dreamed that I would any abroad," said Deitch.
Deitch,-Texas State University in San Marcos technology Bachelor of Science degree in recent search when he heard about the WRP for a job.
"I decided to do an interview for the experience," said Deitch.
That he meets the European military basis for a position on learning before Deitch's biggest dream was to work on the construction company San Antonio middle or construction works superintendent position Now he is considering a career. [1] [2] the Federal Government.
Ron Vitiello, the equal employment opportunity USAG Wiesbaden, specialized "WRP program section contains information about the Federal Government continuously disabled into the labour" said.
Currently, the Federal Government sees the targeted people with disabilities, the number of employees is reduced.
2009-National Report, the Government of the Council on disability issued by the Federal Labour targeted disabled workers fell from fiscal year 1998.96.92% of the financial year 2007.
"Individuals with disabilities must be able to apply for and obtain employment," said Vitiello.
Vitiello's presentation WRP October 2009 National disability employment Awareness month, sparked the interest of the original TSMO officials program.
"Ultimately, it is great WRP in the candidate countries, but it must be something as well (the employee and the employer) would benefit from," said Vitiello.
"I am very encouraged other 13 to take part in the programme," said Sly. "Those who may be skeptical, WRP gives it a chance. "
WRP has delivered more than 5,000 students employment opportunities since 1995. WRP was launched in 2003, the US Army's European footprint.
Deitch has USAG Wiesbaden first WRP intern and he hopes that he is "paved the second WRP intern to Wiesbaden."
"We are sure that you have successfully completed this year," said Vitiello. "We got someone working happily and garrison is an asset. "

21st TSC group moves to Croatia in the immediate Response plans for the use of ' 11

BUDAPEST, Croatia-use our European allies close is an important part of the United States armed forces in the EU's activities. To support this mission, 21st Theater Welcome command sends a number of Soldiers and civilians ' Croatian development 23-27 hold joint research on future use of the site, in the immediate Response ' 11.

21St TSC Logistics and the target with the help of experts, USAREUR and Croatia Ground Forces Command design IR 11, which is a common field training project is intended to be carried out by no later than 30 June 2011.

After carrying out the design of the Conference of the Croatian army headquarters, Budapest, 21 TSC in cooperation with their counterparts in Croatia, a number of areas of expertise is specialized in set into site surveys, which will be used to support the use of the requirements.

Seventh civil support Command's 1177th Movement Control group Kaiserslautern traveled to two hours Southeast of the city, the port of Rijeka they met and in parallel with the Port authority, under the control of the Rijeka to organize the representatives of the use of the terminal facilities in the area of debarkation.

1177Th MCT is responsible for all equipment, which go through Rijeka accountability of Terminal.Equipment must also be indicated on the fixed public location system, which is called interrogator, you can track the movement of other terminal equipment and training.

Staff Sgt. Antonio Marquez, 1177th MCT-team leader said he trust its staff and believes he can offer superb mobility support for future use.

-Our team has a fairly strong and I guarantee, for the support of our Dog Ramp people is complete.I look forward to this since we have a lot of new Soldiers, and they are excited to learn mobility. I think that this is a good operation, "said Marquez.

Other research groups detained by commercial buses and on the mountains and scenic rural Croatian Army training site near the town of Slunj Eugen Kvaternik, entitled.

This was a new experience for Sgt. 1st Class William Samson, the sergeant 7th CSC 209th military Liaison group Wiesbaden, Germany. Samson said, he took his team currently evaluate features and learn how to match his Croatian. Samson work guidance and part of the 209th ALT. He said that he believes such exercises to promote strong relations with the United States and in countries like Croatia.

"We will never know in the near future when we have to deal with the Croatians in different parts of the world. Samson together we can learn how activities," said.

Soldiers of the 18th century Engineer Brigade, 720th exploding explosive ordnance disposal units supply Company, and a number of Soldiers and civilians ' 21st TSC from Headquarters also took part in the study.

The Croatian Army 1st Lt. Shakhriyar Gromilovic, Commander, Croatia Counter bomb-explosive device Task Force, said the study of the operation of this site will help to more than just a research information IR 11 u.s. military.

"Languages and technical expression, we must be able to bring our standards procedures, how we all deal with specific situations," said Gromilovic.

Work is now only started 21st TSC-such as the necessary preparations to make a success of the immediate Response 11 on.

The u.s. Army the European Band and Chorus rocks red square

Moscow--anyone who grew up during the cold war might find difficult to believe that American Soldiers

ever march Moscow's Red Square and march red square from special functions carried out by the American pop music

Michael Jackson would be beyond the fantasy, but it is exactly what has happened during this year in Moscow

Military Tattoo.

Overcoming logistical problems due to language difficulties and kykenemättömät Forecast Soldiers from the United States of America

Army the European Band and Chorus, Schwetzingen, Germany, the armed forces of the six performance rocked red square

Sept 4-9, tattoo, also known as "during the Spasskaya Bashnya."

Band and Chorus joined the more than 1,000 performers Russia, Germany, Israel,

Kazakhstan, France, Monaco, Ukraine and Tajikistan that tattoo runs. "Event organizers

asked the participants have the option of completing their popular music in their country and Michael Jackson music

some of the most popular music is the most commonly used throughout the world, "said the band Commander Lieutenant Colonel Lt. Beth Steele,

the Group's musical theme of the event.

Although the band Soldiers do not know Russian and other languages spoken by the myriad of international

musicians, who was involved in the transaction log throng, Steele said of the message of peace

and friendship the two universal language-the music and camaraderie Soldiers.

Colonel said showed musical talent captivated group, marching, precision of Russian audiences

dynamic vocals and intricate dance routines, such as pop-stars Soldiers treated.

Known as "America's Musical ambassadors in Europe," Band and Chorus often run

international events, but Steele said, as it is true, the first for performance stands out for red square

Contemporary American army band.Hopefully good will continue to be created by musicians

encourage partnership and the United States of America and the Russian Governments and their citizens ' mutual

He adds.

Musicians performing by far the highlight was the Russian composer Peter Ilich Tchaikovsky's

"1812 Overture" all tattoo with the participants, each performance during the grand finale, Steele said.

He argued that it was very regulation--candy colorful background of the St. Basil Cathedral; air

The program fills the captured cannons Napoleon's army and victory gongs or crash risen music

Kremlin towers and churches of the city--which Tchaikovsky have dreamed of, when he wrote the now-ringtones

a well-known piece of more than 130 years ago.

"You can do so by (a play" 1812 Overture "), the red square at the top of the Kremlin wall with cannons from starts

and chiming from the Kremlin ... only send up your spine tingles bells "said trumpet player Sgt.

1. David Martinez. "Is incredibly (and am) so lucky to get this! "

"It's absolutely breathtaking" is added to the Master Sgt. Steve King, one of the leading musicians of the band.

Moscow reserved the summer Band performance Close and also manage Group Chorus

Finland, France, Norway, Latvia, Estonia and Lithuania, as well as a balance sheet of traditional venues throughout USAREUR's

The European footprint.

The band and chorus performance tattooing and Festival grand finale video can be seen at:

at www.youtube.com/user/usarmyeurope USAREUR YouTube channel of the Festival and the band images.

the performance is available on the Flickr site at USAREUR www.flickr.com/photos/usarmyeurope_images.

This report was compiled by the u.s. Army Band and Chorus and USAREUR Public Affairs agency.

Us combat mission ends in Iraq, says, Obama

WASHINGTON (31 development of 2010)-President Barack Obama today announced officially at the end of combat operations in Iraq during the prime time Oval Office address, a declaration of "new start" for the Iraqi people.

"Iraqi freedom is working," Obama said to speak only hours after the start of the operation of a new Dawn in Iraq. "Iraq is now the lead responsibility for the safety of their country. "

Obama offered high praise for men and women in uniform with the service and sacrifice led to this "historic moment" in a timely manner.

"Americans who have served in Iraq concluded every task were given," he said. "They defeated the system that had terrorized peoples.Iraqi and coalition partners who have made great sacrifices in their own context, our troops fought on the side of the block-by-block help Iraq to seize the better in the future. "

This work became a huge cost, he said, noting more than 4,400 US troops, killing and 1,000 more operation Iraqi freedom.

"Ending this war is not only in the interest of Iraq; it is our," said Obama. "The USA has a huge price to take on the future of it in the hands of the people of Iraq.We have sent to us young men and women make major sacrifices in Iraq, and spent the majority of resources abroad at a time of tight budgets home. "

"We have persevered because we share the Iraqi people belief: think out of the ashes to the beginning of a new war can be was born in this docking station civilization," he continued.

"This significant number in the history of theCitronella Dog Collar United States and Iraq have we met our responsibility through," he said."Now is the time to turn the page."

As set out in the United States forces in Iraq, Obama December 2011 through further transitional effect drives. They shall advise and assist the Iraqi security forces, support for the Iraqi forces targeted U.s. counterterrorism and protect civilians.

"Our agreement with the Government of Iraq in all US troops to leave before the end of the first year," he said.

And as the military to the civilian diplomats, down to the aid workers and advisers to step up to help Iraq to strengthen its ties with the institutions and the Government, the region and the world. "This new approach reflects our long-term partnership in Iraq-one based on common interests and mutual respect, "the President said.

Obama admitted that violence in Iraq with the United States to combat operation stops there, and that Iraq's enemies keep trying to Derail progress. He expressed confidence, however, that the Iraqi security forces of Iraq will and readiness, extremists emerge.

"In the end, these terrorists will fail to achieve the" provide assurance that the United States will continue to support Iraq's friend and partner countries, said the President.

While building a long-term partnership in the United States of America shall, in accordance with the Iraq experience that it confronts what Obama has called the most pressing security challenge: in the fight against Al-Qaeda.

"When we are talking about, the Al-Qaeda continue to plot against us, and its management has anchored to Afghanistan and Pakistan border area," he said. "We cover the inconvenience, and loss of the Al-Qaida, but prevent Afghanistan again other document serving as invoice basis for terrorists. "

"And since the Iraq withdrawal," he said, "we are able to apply the funds needed to go to offense."

The sharp increase in troops in Afghanistan serves to break the Taliban are up and running in no time and to build their capacity afgaanipakolaisten and ensure their future, for a limited period of time, Obama said.

In Iraq he said ultimately depends on your own in the future of the Afghan Government and security forces.

This raising of the United States begins the transition to the next Afghanistan security responsibility in July pace forces discounts based on various criteria.

Obama to provide assurance that sustainable support for the United States shall submit to the shape of this transition in Afghanistan.

"But there is no error: this transition will start," He stressed, "in the absence of open war serves the interests of the citizens of Afghanistan, and not us."

One of the lessons of Iraq, he said, is that "America is not alone in the world as a military power."

"We have used our power, our diplomacy, our financial resources and in the USA for example, by the power of all elements of the US interests and our allies stand by," he said.

Obama is called milestone achieved today all Americans in Iraq from the reminder that "the future is ours to", if we can proceed to the confidence and commitment

"It should also be to the world that the United States intends to strengthen our leadership in the message, the young people of the century" he added.

The use of construction group to carry out, preparing for installation

HOHENFELS, Germany-Soldiers from the 21st Theater Welcome Command's 243rd construction Management Team prepared for future deployment of the mission Readiness Exercise development 2-19, do at Hohenfels training area.

243Rd CMT, 18th century Engineer Brigade, was set up to support directly to the 3rd Battalion, 4th light infantry Regiment and provided the technical design and tactical expertise during the use of the task force Warrior.

When asked if his experience during the MRE 243rd technical CMT Spc. Jason Villa, engineer specialist-nantwich, Cheshire, Ariz said a couple of functions., was delayed because the enemy contact became "upon us."

Villa said, he has become a better idea of how to respond to the connection of the MRE training he received in the course.One such scenario during his Convoy is hit by a bomb-explosive device and he had to employ techniques of combat Lifesaver and run a casualty evacuation.

The entire exercise of the 243rd CMT test facility management provided by preparing the installation for future construction of baseline examination.

The FOB outside the Soldiers said several estimates of roads and clearly, built in the local village, you can do this type of work. 243rd CMT automatic calculation of Trimble integrated research and Trimble Global Positioning System.

Pvt. Kenneth Joyner, technical engineer specialist 243rd CMT-Chicago, Ill, said that the Group encountered in the course of the investigation, if any, of the social legislation relating to road transport, IED, which caused the setback to carry out its tasks in progress then.

This and other scenarios that the 243rd CMT realistic training aCaralluma nd gave the Soldiers have to adapt to new knowledge and confidence in, and remove barriers.

"We have been able to do great things in practice, the key was the Director of the engagement," said Maj. Aaron Wolf, the 243rd Poynette, Bryggare CMT Commander

Wolf said during these engagements noncommissioned officers went to the company's executives, and got to experience the scenario role players in the village outside the context of the criterion ".

With the residents of these countries to information meetings after the unit leaders were then unable to return to their Soldiers and the battle of space to create a more comprehensive picture to assist residents of their village, and to resolve potential issues exists.

"I now have a better understanding of what to expect, and I am more confident," said Joyner.

Such was the success in trade, to designate the MRE 243rd CMT Soldiers, who said MRE invaluable training and information to all and prepared them for the better future.

Wiesbaden community reach families during the open door

WIESBADEN, Germany-Wiesbaden military community members received an inside look at the view multiple resources, organizations, and community assistance, the army Service open house development 24.
Event sponsored by the community and the spouses ' Club Wiesbaden ACS, featured, on the basis of character ilmaisjakeluita and a wide range of information about all upcoming American exporter tours Germany referred to the activities of women in October.
ACS Director Jan Meert "was the Smooth flow of participants throughout the day," said. "I spoke seriously folks were very satisfied with all the information and obtaining ilmaisjakeluita information. "
Community members through the open door, strolled by ACS and Wiesbaden Entertainment Center, they had the opportunity to talk to representatives of the Wiesbaden library, Andrews Federal Credit Union, WCSC and other organisations.
"It was the one-stop shop for most of the agencies and organizations that work in this community, there is a possibility of Wiesbaden" said Meert, adds that the visitors to register for clubs, groups, events and activities in the entry.
Wiesbaden entrants were available for different members of the WCSC fundraising and social occasions. upcoming events are "dress for success-Basic Black dress event 15.Sept., October and November 20 Oktoberfestin 17 shopping extravaganza.People visit for more information about the Club www.wiesbadenspousesclub.com.
Volunteers and other interested parties were informed of the activities of the American women in Germany, in the territory of the fall Conference AWAG Hessen October 28-8: 30 a.m.-2 p.m.-Wiesbaden Entertainment Center. Obtain people Conference www.awagonline.org or by sending an email to Hessen representative Alyce Newton at hessen@awagonline.org.
Community members was also the opportunity to learn how the new army, the program in cooperation with the Military child education Coalition-for the Parent to Parent-and assist to mitigate the impact of easing of military arms of the transition.
"We are here to give parents information about their child's best empower the profession of lawyer on a permanent basis," said Kellie Smith program Wiesbaden Parent. "We are here to help them transitions, and training. "
The program, which was initiated in about 2005 Military child education Coalition offers workshops for parents to help them contribute to academic success. This includes all the displays to get involved in and how to build a portfolio of their children, said Smith.
Parents can visit www.militarychild.org program or by contacting your local school on the Internet.
Visitors should be also had the opportunity to learn more about the local children, young people and School Services categories and services available in Wiesbaden Arts and crafts Shop and training fitness centre work centers.
"It will be held next year Wiesbaden Entertainment Center" is added to the Meert.

Warrior region becoming Schweinfurt

SCHWEINFURT, Germany-the State of the art in a multipurpose port facility rehabilitation is based on one of the Soldiers are scheduled to be completed by November 26, 2010 here, Ledward Barracks. The new Centre, bar area includes a Warrior, a kitchen, sitting room, flat screen TV, pool tables and a number of gaming positions among the other amenities aimed at taking the edge off the rigors of life in the army.

Silvia Yhdistäjä (character), Directorate of Family and the better chance of Schweinfurt programme for one of the Soldiers Morale, welfare and recreation officer "concept is to provide one of the Soldiers high-tech devices, such as Internet and gaming venue and give them a place to relax and a weekly," said.

New Warrior region replaces the Rohr \ 's Diner Ledward Barracks, although Rohr's Cafe is still open, Dave Luellwitz, Schweinfurt's business and Recreation Division Chief. The value of this action, Spc. Ross a. McGinnis Warrior Zone, was elected Schweinfurt soldier, who died in the battle of posthumously earns him the Medal of Honor 2008 celebration.

The whole army, perform military studies resulted Warrior region the idea said Luellwitz. Ten focus groups, as well as THE BOSS stateside and continental represent all ranks first, outside of the United States to develop the concept of "Warrior region" shall endeavour to provide one of the Soldiers leisure services and programs.

Although the Schweinfurt's Warrior Zone will be the sport facilities is not the first army garrisons, is an example of its reputation Heidelberg, Wiesbaden, Kaiserslautern and Grafenwoehr, such as top-notch hangout is preceded by a grand opening later this year.

Paul Rosarius, business management area in Heidelberg, a Warrior, opened its doors in March earlier this year "has been a huge success," said. "We have between 20-30 Soldiers in the morning and in any of the 40-100 come with this overnight. all items of equipment are in use."In fact, even Rosarius and his staff are seeking to extend the operation of the hours, because the Soldiers would no longer be better match has opened up their needs.

Warrior zone lies the technology said Yhdistäjä (character).It boast wireless Internet, live action video, online operator of several different networks of cooperation and participation in competitions, home theater viewing and advanced sound systems in order to supplement the activities of these significant. the institution is a community-wide events, host the live entertainment and special interest groups, categories, in order to facilitate the organisation of and participation in competitions and other activities.

All the comforts and Warrior region come without cost, with the exception of food and beverages, which are in a category "ryhmävakuutussopimukset".Target audience is uniform and the hold of the Soldiers, but all military Service members can transparently. Fund sent an adult 18 years or older, said Yhdistäjä (character).

Even if you have not been working hours, Yhdistäjä (character) is explained above, will he keep it open longer Finney free Center is located in conn car bomb. "The plan is to keep it open from Monday to Friday 9: 00 9 p.m. and on weekends until midnight, "he said.

Soldiers, which uses the regular one soldier in the middle of the opening-up of access to the region Finney Warrior Welcome change Soldiers, in particular as regards persons residing in Ledward, kasarmeihin.

"I think Soldiers used, in particular new Soldiers and people who wish to keep by post," said Pfc. Trevor Jenke (a) Company, 44th Expeditionary signal Battalion, Finney Records Center on a regular basis.

"Trouble out by post, to get less people" is added to the Pfc. the charity gaze, A Co 44th ESB. "In addition, the Soldiers, who drink, is safer to drink and Barracks, closer to the post. "