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The Lion's Roar

Devon Thomas
Devon Thomas

The document summarizes activities of the 35th Signal Brigade from Fort Gordon, Georgia in the 3rd quarter of FY 2012. It includes photos and stories about training exercises, community outreach events, change of command ceremonies, and accomplishments of soldiers in the brigade.

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The Lions Roar The Offical Magazine of the 35th Signal Brigade Fort Gordon, Ga. Utmost of Our Ability 3rd Quarter FY 12
The lions Roar Photos by Sgt. Dianne M. Carter Brigade Commander Col. Thomas A. Pugh Brigade Command Sergeant Major Command Sgt. Maj. Angel J. Ramos Brigade Public Affairs OIC Capt. Devon Thomas Brigade Public Affairs NCOIC Sgt. Dianne M. Carter The Lions Roar is an authorized publication produced in the interests of the Lion Brigade community. The Lions Roar is an dianne.m.carter.mil@mail.mil Army. The Lions Roar has the right to edit all submissions. Cover Photo: Photo by Sgt. Dianne M. Carter 2 3rd Quarter 2012
The Lions Roar photo after they com pleted the last obstacle They participated in Gordon, Ga. 3rd Quarter 2012 3
Contents: Check out our pictures on Flickr @35THSIGBDE Retention http://www.flickr.com/ photos/35thsigbde/ The Lion Brigade Resilience is on the Web @ www.gordon.army. mil/35sig 4 3rd Quarter 2012
The Lions Roar Page 8 Augusta in Army Boots Gold Page 44 3rd Quarter 2012 5
self? duce relief for your buddy. Remove anything in the area that could thoughts. buddy to the chain of command, chaplain, behavioral health profes By focusing on our People, our Teams reminds me that every month and Lion Brigades proud continue to normal behavior and en courage a mindset of assisting others assistance for a 6 3rd Quarter 2012
The Lions Roar Backbone Greetings Lion Bri has accomplished and honored hours. nominated for assignment to the of Alabama. of Pittsburgh in Pittsburgh, and personnel actions for over military career. as a command group driver for 3rd Quarter 2012 7
Soldier of the Quarter also comes from the nutritional value of rendous living conditions during my time in Spc. Patrick I. Corbett, a 25S as- signed to 50th ESB Fort Lewis, Wa. their physical and mental performance. bad conditions. Buildings have layers of Good food also promotes a good mood and on this topic much more but the point is By improving those three areas, the morale, happiness and the overall success of our lives to protect the freedoms of the to live on post because the homes and bar on landscaping and decorations instead of tion because the entire base isnt arriving instead of at some fast food restaurant. at a set time and going home at the same military. That is completely uncalled for. NCOof the Quarter have time to stretch before but by the time Sgt. Tamesha S. Holman, a 46A assigned to 51st ESB atFort Bragg, Nc. instead eating out or ordering food every get culinary classes and better training for minutes for Physical Training, and have PT is good for you and good for functions on post. 8 3rd Quarter 2012
The Lions Roar GAS, GAS, GAS!!!! Story by Capt. Stephen Joosten, Company Commander Headquarter and Headquarters Comapny chemically hazardous environment. They then performed simple activities such as moving their heads the future in order to ensure that everyone in the company receives Agent Alarm. 3rd Quarter 2012 9
Augusta in Story and photo by Sgt. Dianne M. Carter 35th TTSB Public Affairs NCOIC everyone receives their gear, they have a brief march to the gym begins. This event gives community leaders a better under community support. All this preparation participants to use After
The Lions Roar tent designated for meals. A couple of hours later, all the participants received 3rd Quarter 2012 11
35th Signal Brigade Soldiers go for Gold Story and photos by Sgt. Dianne M. Carter 35th TTSB Public Affairs NCOIC timed run, a measured a lot of challenges that are not to earn a gold, silver or bronze The competition allied military forces. the events that determine if a The events included an initial evaluation to determine The sports events are bronze badge. complete the event and earn the badge. 12 3rd Quarter 2012
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Story by 1st Lt. Jessica Yahn 25A, 2nd Platoon, C Co. that. a sauna, spirits remain high. Phoenix link successfully established cases. Prepping vehicles and equipment at the motor pool At work getting the STT on the bird V1 operators participating in crew drills during C Co. FTX. good stories. 14 3rd Quarter 2012
The Lions Roar From Cadet to Platoon Leader Story by 1st Lt. Adam Visbeen 25A, Platoon Leader, A Co. oath of service and accepted a call of responsibility to serve others. dets the importance of understanding the battalion staff shops and the purpose they serve in order to be successful as a leader in the due to the Armys constant evolvement in tactics and operations. based upon his statement of, Understanding the best practices in hopes to receive future opportunities to help mentor and support the 3rd Quarter 2012 15
Bravo Company 50th ESB Supports 3-321 FA Story by 1st. Lt. Jared Long 25A, Platoon Leader, B Co. is the motto of the Bravo missions. Photo by 1st Lt. Jared Long. 1st Platoon Leader, B Co. Team Chief Sergeant Steven Garruto points out where he wants to set up his equipment and tent during the leaders recon of the site. end the Army contracts for the satellite changed. This meant that Photo by team chief, Sgt. Steven Garruto. 16 3rd Quarter 2012
The Lions Roar Sentinel Shakedown builds Story by Sgt. Jeffrey Strathearn B Co. time for the Redbulls. The second platoon foot rods into the ground for each piece of orders from the section sergeant to the team From left to right: Sgt. Duttry, Pfc. Johnson, Sgt. 1st Class Jackson and Spc. Richardson in OE-254 training. ments of the training together and simulate and technical abilities could be put to use. best possible security and began to set up each and every member of the company connectivity. either learned something valuable or a different approach to solving the same tion found that they had dusted off some problem. At the end of the day, this training assist other members of the platoon in get The third day consisted of more training, ght. 3 d Quarter 2012 3rd Q t 2012 17 2012
Sentinel Shakedown Story by Capt. Brian Herring 25A, Platoon Leader, C Co. Cobras in gauging the readiness of provided the platoon lead ers an opportunity to assess preparations for their upcoming also focused on Team building. ment that had not been used start. Photos by 1st Lt. Jared Long and Sgt. Garruto 2nd Plt. CPN Team led by Sgt. James Craft. to utilize their troubleshooting ies of technical manuals for opportunity to setup, operate, and maintain their generators also conducted training on hot 1st Plt. Soldiers Spc. Timothy Poblete and Pfc. Taylor Archer validate the STT. 18 3rd Quarter 2012
The Lions Roar Green Sea Floyds Elementary School Talks Trash Story and photo by 1st. Lt. Jessica Yahn 25A, Platoon Leader C Co. per fourth grade student each recycling himself. month. The class at each school that recycles the most each month receives special prizes. fourth grade students to recycle Then, at the end of the year, at school and in their com the class from each school that pounds of recycled materials. accompanied this diligent group recyclable is collected by the of fourth graders on their much students at school. The class at pletely free to students. the school that recycles the most complishment that taught these test is open to any public school fourth graders the value of sav ing our planet. am super proud of these guys class receives a special contain this year. They performed so er to collect their recyclables. challenged a group of fourth graders to get out and collect the number of pounds collected 3rd Quarter 2012 19
Bowling with the FRG Story and photos by 2nd. Lt. Jerad Romine At the end of the event According to Peirce, The event E ! RIK ST 20 3rd Quarter 2012
The Lions Roar Army - Navy Its More Than A Football Game Story and photo by Sgt. Donald Newell Squad Leader, B Co. up on all that they had missed over the past and done and the party came to a close, they paused in a moment of silence for those that their stay they had gathered in the confer ence room to share some spirits and catch dedication of the ship at her current berth in his grandfather, but also got to meet many seen each other since their departure from setts. in the lobby of their hotel. The dinner and ceremony lasted a good four hours before 3 d Quarter 3rd Q t 2012 21
Smokin Aces are Blazing! Story by Capt. Rossmary D. Alvarado 25A, Commander, Alpha Co. plish their mission day in and day out, and as a commander, there is no better satisfac team capable of deploying its tactical assets tion than seeing your troops in action. Go the battalion to have a mission organic to its three additional teams from Bravo and Providers throughout three contingency operating bases in the southern region of proving the teams maturity and agility dur lation, operation, defense, maintenance, and ing the missions. decommission of strategic communication tions assemblages and all associated tactical month deployment, developed and trained Through this historical moment for site. command teams. before. customer service operations. The relation be delegated the duty of Technical Point military and civilian operations. 22 3rd Quarter 2012
The Lions Roar U.S. Soldiers, Sgt. Beaver, 1st Lt. Dolak, Spc. Mineer, mingling with Kazakhstan Soldiers during the opening ceremonies of Operation Steppe Eagle 2011. U.S. Soldiers from A Co/50th (ESB) 1st Lt. Dolak, Spc. Mineer, Spc. Cooper, Pvt. Wright and Sgt. Beaver, interacting with a Kazakhstan Army communications team in front of the STT. 3rd Quarter 2012 23
The Pole Story by 2nd Lt. Paul E. Baker, 25A, Platoon Leader, 1st Plt, C Co. The true age of The Pole is The 51st Pole with the plates of honor memorializing every keeper of the pole since 1996. and donned the Lion Brigade patch and Lt. Turchany. in use during its untimely falling. The Pole ant to the battalion, based on commission alone is testament to The Poles place in the assume that during this lieutenants time Battalions history. party. emony. They must transport The Pole to on The Pole, and the evidence of past lieu to another unit patch sometime in early Bush. The tradition of The Pole is sig to appreciate the tradition and history of The Pole. A plate fastened to The Poles main and dates, additionally the Lieutenant is personal, these items include a siren light, 24 3rd Quarter 2012
The Lions Roar The origins of the plaque. 2nd Lt. Turchany with The Pole just prior to transitioning it to the 2nd Lt. Baker during a battalion hail and fare- well at Cheney Stadium for a Tacoma Rainers Game. 3rd Quarter 2012 25
Mercury Challenge I, Leadership Professional Development Story by 1st Lt. Kris Conklin 1st Lt. Imboden encounter one of the six waterfalls during the march. 1st Lt. Conklin and Sgt. 1st. Class Buffet watch their footing as they crossed Eagle Creek 26 3rd Quarter 2012
The Lions Roar Team 51 pose for a group shot after completing Mercury Challenge I at Eagle Creek, Ore. immediately began establishing their campsites. The rain came throughout the night. Charlie Company Cobras pose for a Team Photo. ages. 3rd Quarter 2012 27
518th TIN performs ARCYBER Cable Installation Story by Capt. Ryan Boileau 25A, 518th TIN Company Commander same day, and began installation of the conduit. This resulted in loss of voice com contractor. munications for the building, but did not affect the data capability. if the unit could support their upgrade portunity, as it provided the unit the chance more effort to route into the building, as to validate its outside plant installation in the building automatically transitioned pair cable, this portion of the installation manhole, others in the basement, and the all materiel through purchase contract, and 28 3rd Quarter 2012
The Lions Roar From left to right: Sgt. Barret Christian, Sgt. Nathaniel Fountain, Sgt. Alrice Barnes, Spc. Jason Morabito, Spc. Toby Skandier, Spc. Rahquwan Brooks, Spc. Franklin San- tos, Pfc. Malcolm Goode, Spc. Joseph Proctor, Spc. LaKirk Straughter, Col. Moore. Photos by Mrs. Jennifer A. Downing-Li, ARCYBER PAO. Sgt. Christian and Spc. Proctor prepare the 300-pair cable for installa- tion. 3rd Quarter 2012 29
63rd Expeditionary Signal Battalion 2012 Annual Easter Egg Hunt Story by 2nd Lt. Alexandra Willauer and their families. Sgt. Myers, and his daughter Annalise All Photos by Spc. Christopher Puthoff 2nd Lt. Kunkle and his Family with the Easter Bunny Capt. Jones, B. Co. Commander, with the Easter Bunny and B. Co. Soldiers Children lining up to look for Easter Eggs 30 3rd Quarter 2012
The Lions Roar Story by Capt. Alexander Hoffman 25A, C Co. Commander Photos by Spc. Christopher Puthoff Capt. Caban, Lt. Col. Garwold, Capt. Hoffman, and 1st. Sgt. Shepherd stand in preparation to pass the Guidon. guiding, and deploying a diverse company summarized his humility at being afforded the opportunity to command, This is the respective commanders, and the narrator Capt. Hoffman standing as the new commander in his formation. capable of supporting communications at Jos竪 Caban receives a bottle of wine for the units apprecia- tion of his service C. Co. in formation with 1st Sgt. Shepherd 3rd Quarter 2012 31
Removing Carpet to Feed the Hungry Story by Capt. Ryan Boileau 25A, 518th TIN Company Commander several large corporations, the organization is able to turn one donated dollar into be remove carpet from the administration of the carpet, and then relocate the furniture to Photos by 1st Lt. Da Veena Cooper Members of the 518th Signal Company, TIN, stand outside the Golden Harvest Food Bank after they completely removed all of the existing carpet 9 March 2012. several thousand pounds of furniture. to pay for the removal of the old Removal of the old carpet had been could provide a large number of three professional carpet installers for their labor only, as another orga nization donated the actual carpet. By providing the physi team, shifting thousands of pounds of fur thousand dollars into other areas, and, once the carpet had been installed and into its original locations. suage hunger in the local area. established an enduring relation available on short notice to assist deployment to Afghanistan. timely solicitation of a volunteer opportu Soldiers work to remove ages-old carpet from one of the 32 3rd Quarter 2012
The Lions Roar Platoon Leader Generator Maintenance Training Story by 1st Lt. Vernon D. Shank ing. training, and learned valuable maintenance Photos by Sgt. 1st Class Nims. training provided me the tools needed to prove and maintain their readiness status to be successful in their various mission grounding management, fueling procedures, Mr. Buchanan, 2nd Lt. Penn, and 1st Lt. Kinsey conduct maintenance training. 3rd Quarter 2012 33
Photos by Sgt. Dianne M. Carter Story by Capt. Devon O. Thomas 35th TTSB, Public Affairs OIC before the deployment ceremony. Gordon, Ga. ness Group meetings to prepare for the deployment, said Boileau. throughout the deployment. one in this formation to complete the mission to the very best of 34 3rd Quarter 2012
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HHC Welcomes a New Commander Story by Capt. Alexander Stevenson 25A, Commander, HHC Photo by Sgt. Dianne M. Carter time. Story and photos by Sgt. 1st Class Hector Fontanez 25W, Platoon Sgt., A Co. Gator Soldiers and families enjoy food, fun and volleyball during the March 22nd FRG BBQ to another successful event. a volleyball tournament for the adults and a plethora of childrens Gators enjoy their new barracks volleyball court during the FRG BBQ 36 3rd Quarter 2012
The Lions Roar Sgt. Zandro Wolverton grilling steaks. Bulldog Cooks, Feed the Best Story and photos by Capt. Thomas Cayia Commander, B Co., 67th ESB the start of dinner service by singing so loud that you can Spc. Cory Lee prepares the potato wedges. all the recognition they need. 3rd Quarter 2012 37
Story and photos by 2nd Lt. Garnett Lias 25A, Platoon Leader, A Co. point during validation; mission Pfc. Thompson hammers in ground stakes during crew drills. in one hour or less to validate their assigned performing their assigned duties. The standard for the competition espirit de corps, but reinforced the teams less than one hour and complete a phone Story by Capt. Alexander Stevenson vidual threats, land and aerial vehicles, and 25A, Commander, HHC Additionally, our safety from chemical and Training to maintain has been around since the evolution of our Armed a clean air shelter unencumbered by their learned much from this opportunity to test are a busy armed forces, no doubt about it, and routine battle drills is paramount to our broaden our horizon gies and informa profession are the penalties for employing untrained personnel so appalling or so ir such opportunities as they inspect, inventory, and install ous one and threats abound from indi Spc. Jang and Spc. Gibson perform PMCS operations on the M20 M20AL 38 3rd Quarter 2012
The Lions Roar Sg Sgt. Brandon S. Sierra avoids the opposition th as he makes a play on the Photo by Sgt. Dianne M. Carter Alpha Company Heritage Week Story by 2nd Lt. Jessica Garcia 25A, 2nd Plt Leader, A Co. Gators recently participated in on the ship used to be for the diers then attended the battalion shaped our countrys history. Thursday evening the entire battalion came out 1st. Lt. Conway and Sgt. First Class Bullins at Fort Sumter during the LPD. ing the outdoors, playing in the The Alpha Gators put together 4 great teams and gave their best effort in every event. The Gators proved to be the best company Gators lead the way! in the battalion yet again by gether a team to compete in the 3rd Quarter 2012 39
RETENTION Beat the Story by Sgt. 1st Class Deatra Wilkes Draw Down Career Counseler, 63rd Signal Battlion (Expenditionary) The Armys optempo is high and ever changing. The plan ion. Resilience Story by Sgt. 1st Class Terry Moore Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 35th Signal Brigade Resilience Universities. causes of problems and to develop effective solution strategies. Ac 40 3rd Quarter 2012
E Opportunity The Lions Roar qual Story by Sgt. 1st Class Jennifer Berry EO Advisor, HHC, 35th Signal Brigade Martin Luther Kings Birthday (17 January) African American/Black History Month (February) Womens History Month (March) Holocaust Remembrance Day/Days of Remembrance (April or May) Asian Pacific American Heritage Month (May) Womens Equality Day (26 August) Hispanic Heritage Month (15 September 15 October) National Disability Employment Awareness Month (Oc- tober) National American Indian Heritage Month (November) 3rd Quarter 2012 41
Three Categories of Sexual Harassment: Story by Sgt. 1st Class Michael T. Perkins Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 35th Signal Brigade your hands on anything that doesnt belong cludes touching, bumping, grinding, patting, you cant necessarily have anyone you as guilty as if you directed the comment or report it to our chain of command, it is our no intention on offending anyone, it all de have inadvertently harassed someone in the perception is my reality. There are three categories and it. one is susceptible and no one is immune. comments, threats, cadences or even using Remember, some of the things that you did ment are not appropriate for the military 42 3rd Quarter 2012
The Lions Roar Photo by Army Capt. Devon O. Thomas The memorial dedicated to Sgt. Christopher M. Adams on June 21st at Alexander Hall. Sgt. Adams served as a Multichannel Transmissions Systems Opera- tor/Maintainer assigned to C Co., 67th ESB, 35th TTSB. Sgt. Adams Memorial Story by Capt. Devon O. Thomas Public Affairs OIC, 35th TTSB Brigade said their good byes at a memorial and safer place for his family, his friends to attend the ceremony. According to senior leaders, peers and subordinates throughout the Brigade, values. 3rd Quarter 2012 43
Chaplains Corner Photo by Sgt. Dianne M. Carter Chaplain Capt. Joseph Lea and Spc. Dominique Carbajal, Chaplain Assistant, stand in front of the Chapel sign. Story by Chaplain, Capt. Joseph Lea 63rd ESB Battalion Chaplain Before being appointed to the bishop Broglio is the head of the Roman reserve and veterans affairs. Prior to his 44 3rd Quarter 2012
The Lions Roar Photos by Lola Rivera Chaplain, Capt. Lea, Archbishop Brogilo, and Capt. Bontea pose for a photo prior to Mass. the military and throughout the Archbishop Broglia conducts Mass. his overall mission to guard and shepherd The Archbishops pastoral visit 3rd Quarter 2012 45
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  • 10. Augusta in Story and photo by Sgt. Dianne M. Carter 35th TTSB Public Affairs NCOIC everyone receives their gear, they have a brief march to the gym begins. This event gives community leaders a better under community support. All this preparation participants to use After
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  • 16. Bravo Company 50th ESB Supports 3-321 FA Story by 1st. Lt. Jared Long 25A, Platoon Leader, B Co. is the motto of the Bravo missions. Photo by 1st Lt. Jared Long. 1st Platoon Leader, B Co. Team Chief Sergeant Steven Garruto points out where he wants to set up his equipment and tent during the leaders recon of the site. end the Army contracts for the satellite changed. This meant that Photo by team chief, Sgt. Steven Garruto. 16 3rd Quarter 2012
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  • 19. The Lions Roar Green Sea Floyds Elementary School Talks Trash Story and photo by 1st. Lt. Jessica Yahn 25A, Platoon Leader C Co. per fourth grade student each recycling himself. month. The class at each school that recycles the most each month receives special prizes. fourth grade students to recycle Then, at the end of the year, at school and in their com the class from each school that pounds of recycled materials. accompanied this diligent group recyclable is collected by the of fourth graders on their much students at school. The class at pletely free to students. the school that recycles the most complishment that taught these test is open to any public school fourth graders the value of sav ing our planet. am super proud of these guys class receives a special contain this year. They performed so er to collect their recyclables. challenged a group of fourth graders to get out and collect the number of pounds collected 3rd Quarter 2012 19
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  • 23. The Lions Roar U.S. Soldiers, Sgt. Beaver, 1st Lt. Dolak, Spc. Mineer, mingling with Kazakhstan Soldiers during the opening ceremonies of Operation Steppe Eagle 2011. U.S. Soldiers from A Co/50th (ESB) 1st Lt. Dolak, Spc. Mineer, Spc. Cooper, Pvt. Wright and Sgt. Beaver, interacting with a Kazakhstan Army communications team in front of the STT. 3rd Quarter 2012 23
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  • 25. The Lions Roar The origins of the plaque. 2nd Lt. Turchany with The Pole just prior to transitioning it to the 2nd Lt. Baker during a battalion hail and fare- well at Cheney Stadium for a Tacoma Rainers Game. 3rd Quarter 2012 25
  • 26. Mercury Challenge I, Leadership Professional Development Story by 1st Lt. Kris Conklin 1st Lt. Imboden encounter one of the six waterfalls during the march. 1st Lt. Conklin and Sgt. 1st. Class Buffet watch their footing as they crossed Eagle Creek 26 3rd Quarter 2012
  • 27. The Lions Roar Team 51 pose for a group shot after completing Mercury Challenge I at Eagle Creek, Ore. immediately began establishing their campsites. The rain came throughout the night. Charlie Company Cobras pose for a Team Photo. ages. 3rd Quarter 2012 27
  • 28. 518th TIN performs ARCYBER Cable Installation Story by Capt. Ryan Boileau 25A, 518th TIN Company Commander same day, and began installation of the conduit. This resulted in loss of voice com contractor. munications for the building, but did not affect the data capability. if the unit could support their upgrade portunity, as it provided the unit the chance more effort to route into the building, as to validate its outside plant installation in the building automatically transitioned pair cable, this portion of the installation manhole, others in the basement, and the all materiel through purchase contract, and 28 3rd Quarter 2012
  • 29. The Lions Roar From left to right: Sgt. Barret Christian, Sgt. Nathaniel Fountain, Sgt. Alrice Barnes, Spc. Jason Morabito, Spc. Toby Skandier, Spc. Rahquwan Brooks, Spc. Franklin San- tos, Pfc. Malcolm Goode, Spc. Joseph Proctor, Spc. LaKirk Straughter, Col. Moore. Photos by Mrs. Jennifer A. Downing-Li, ARCYBER PAO. Sgt. Christian and Spc. Proctor prepare the 300-pair cable for installa- tion. 3rd Quarter 2012 29
  • 30. 63rd Expeditionary Signal Battalion 2012 Annual Easter Egg Hunt Story by 2nd Lt. Alexandra Willauer and their families. Sgt. Myers, and his daughter Annalise All Photos by Spc. Christopher Puthoff 2nd Lt. Kunkle and his Family with the Easter Bunny Capt. Jones, B. Co. Commander, with the Easter Bunny and B. Co. Soldiers Children lining up to look for Easter Eggs 30 3rd Quarter 2012
  • 31. The Lions Roar Story by Capt. Alexander Hoffman 25A, C Co. Commander Photos by Spc. Christopher Puthoff Capt. Caban, Lt. Col. Garwold, Capt. Hoffman, and 1st. Sgt. Shepherd stand in preparation to pass the Guidon. guiding, and deploying a diverse company summarized his humility at being afforded the opportunity to command, This is the respective commanders, and the narrator Capt. Hoffman standing as the new commander in his formation. capable of supporting communications at Jos竪 Caban receives a bottle of wine for the units apprecia- tion of his service C. Co. in formation with 1st Sgt. Shepherd 3rd Quarter 2012 31
  • 32. Removing Carpet to Feed the Hungry Story by Capt. Ryan Boileau 25A, 518th TIN Company Commander several large corporations, the organization is able to turn one donated dollar into be remove carpet from the administration of the carpet, and then relocate the furniture to Photos by 1st Lt. Da Veena Cooper Members of the 518th Signal Company, TIN, stand outside the Golden Harvest Food Bank after they completely removed all of the existing carpet 9 March 2012. several thousand pounds of furniture. to pay for the removal of the old Removal of the old carpet had been could provide a large number of three professional carpet installers for their labor only, as another orga nization donated the actual carpet. By providing the physi team, shifting thousands of pounds of fur thousand dollars into other areas, and, once the carpet had been installed and into its original locations. suage hunger in the local area. established an enduring relation available on short notice to assist deployment to Afghanistan. timely solicitation of a volunteer opportu Soldiers work to remove ages-old carpet from one of the 32 3rd Quarter 2012
  • 33. The Lions Roar Platoon Leader Generator Maintenance Training Story by 1st Lt. Vernon D. Shank ing. training, and learned valuable maintenance Photos by Sgt. 1st Class Nims. training provided me the tools needed to prove and maintain their readiness status to be successful in their various mission grounding management, fueling procedures, Mr. Buchanan, 2nd Lt. Penn, and 1st Lt. Kinsey conduct maintenance training. 3rd Quarter 2012 33
  • 34. Photos by Sgt. Dianne M. Carter Story by Capt. Devon O. Thomas 35th TTSB, Public Affairs OIC before the deployment ceremony. Gordon, Ga. ness Group meetings to prepare for the deployment, said Boileau. throughout the deployment. one in this formation to complete the mission to the very best of 34 3rd Quarter 2012
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  • 36. HHC Welcomes a New Commander Story by Capt. Alexander Stevenson 25A, Commander, HHC Photo by Sgt. Dianne M. Carter time. Story and photos by Sgt. 1st Class Hector Fontanez 25W, Platoon Sgt., A Co. Gator Soldiers and families enjoy food, fun and volleyball during the March 22nd FRG BBQ to another successful event. a volleyball tournament for the adults and a plethora of childrens Gators enjoy their new barracks volleyball court during the FRG BBQ 36 3rd Quarter 2012
  • 37. The Lions Roar Sgt. Zandro Wolverton grilling steaks. Bulldog Cooks, Feed the Best Story and photos by Capt. Thomas Cayia Commander, B Co., 67th ESB the start of dinner service by singing so loud that you can Spc. Cory Lee prepares the potato wedges. all the recognition they need. 3rd Quarter 2012 37
  • 38. Story and photos by 2nd Lt. Garnett Lias 25A, Platoon Leader, A Co. point during validation; mission Pfc. Thompson hammers in ground stakes during crew drills. in one hour or less to validate their assigned performing their assigned duties. The standard for the competition espirit de corps, but reinforced the teams less than one hour and complete a phone Story by Capt. Alexander Stevenson vidual threats, land and aerial vehicles, and 25A, Commander, HHC Additionally, our safety from chemical and Training to maintain has been around since the evolution of our Armed a clean air shelter unencumbered by their learned much from this opportunity to test are a busy armed forces, no doubt about it, and routine battle drills is paramount to our broaden our horizon gies and informa profession are the penalties for employing untrained personnel so appalling or so ir such opportunities as they inspect, inventory, and install ous one and threats abound from indi Spc. Jang and Spc. Gibson perform PMCS operations on the M20 M20AL 38 3rd Quarter 2012
  • 39. The Lions Roar Sg Sgt. Brandon S. Sierra avoids the opposition th as he makes a play on the Photo by Sgt. Dianne M. Carter Alpha Company Heritage Week Story by 2nd Lt. Jessica Garcia 25A, 2nd Plt Leader, A Co. Gators recently participated in on the ship used to be for the diers then attended the battalion shaped our countrys history. Thursday evening the entire battalion came out 1st. Lt. Conway and Sgt. First Class Bullins at Fort Sumter during the LPD. ing the outdoors, playing in the The Alpha Gators put together 4 great teams and gave their best effort in every event. The Gators proved to be the best company Gators lead the way! in the battalion yet again by gether a team to compete in the 3rd Quarter 2012 39
  • 40. RETENTION Beat the Story by Sgt. 1st Class Deatra Wilkes Draw Down Career Counseler, 63rd Signal Battlion (Expenditionary) The Armys optempo is high and ever changing. The plan ion. Resilience Story by Sgt. 1st Class Terry Moore Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 35th Signal Brigade Resilience Universities. causes of problems and to develop effective solution strategies. Ac 40 3rd Quarter 2012
  • 41. E Opportunity The Lions Roar qual Story by Sgt. 1st Class Jennifer Berry EO Advisor, HHC, 35th Signal Brigade Martin Luther Kings Birthday (17 January) African American/Black History Month (February) Womens History Month (March) Holocaust Remembrance Day/Days of Remembrance (April or May) Asian Pacific American Heritage Month (May) Womens Equality Day (26 August) Hispanic Heritage Month (15 September 15 October) National Disability Employment Awareness Month (Oc- tober) National American Indian Heritage Month (November) 3rd Quarter 2012 41
  • 42. Three Categories of Sexual Harassment: Story by Sgt. 1st Class Michael T. Perkins Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 35th Signal Brigade your hands on anything that doesnt belong cludes touching, bumping, grinding, patting, you cant necessarily have anyone you as guilty as if you directed the comment or report it to our chain of command, it is our no intention on offending anyone, it all de have inadvertently harassed someone in the perception is my reality. There are three categories and it. one is susceptible and no one is immune. comments, threats, cadences or even using Remember, some of the things that you did ment are not appropriate for the military 42 3rd Quarter 2012
  • 43. The Lions Roar Photo by Army Capt. Devon O. Thomas The memorial dedicated to Sgt. Christopher M. Adams on June 21st at Alexander Hall. Sgt. Adams served as a Multichannel Transmissions Systems Opera- tor/Maintainer assigned to C Co., 67th ESB, 35th TTSB. Sgt. Adams Memorial Story by Capt. Devon O. Thomas Public Affairs OIC, 35th TTSB Brigade said their good byes at a memorial and safer place for his family, his friends to attend the ceremony. According to senior leaders, peers and subordinates throughout the Brigade, values. 3rd Quarter 2012 43
  • 44. Chaplains Corner Photo by Sgt. Dianne M. Carter Chaplain Capt. Joseph Lea and Spc. Dominique Carbajal, Chaplain Assistant, stand in front of the Chapel sign. Story by Chaplain, Capt. Joseph Lea 63rd ESB Battalion Chaplain Before being appointed to the bishop Broglio is the head of the Roman reserve and veterans affairs. Prior to his 44 3rd Quarter 2012
  • 45. The Lions Roar Photos by Lola Rivera Chaplain, Capt. Lea, Archbishop Brogilo, and Capt. Bontea pose for a photo prior to Mass. the military and throughout the Archbishop Broglia conducts Mass. his overall mission to guard and shepherd The Archbishops pastoral visit 3rd Quarter 2012 45
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