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171st Part of New Horizons
In Dominican Republic
Members of Company A, 171st Aviation Regiment, headquartered at Dobbins Air Reserve Base, have been rotating to the Dominican Republic since January as part of Operation New Horizons. Twenty-nine soldiers and three UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters having been taking part in the mission with the unit's aircrews and maintenance personnel rotating in and out of the island country. New Horizons, a Southern Command Operation will continue until June, said Capt. Marisol Chalis, one of he pilots taking part in the mission. As part of her duties, Chalis also is the liaison between the unit, the Puerto Rican Army National Guard, which an engineer battalion assigned to this year's New Horizons and the Dominican Republic army infantry brigade that is working with them. Full story

16th Command and Control Squadron Wins Prestigious Aviation Week Award The Georgia National Guard's 16th Airborne Command and Control Squadron has been awarded one of eight 2006 Aviation Week Laurels awards in the magazine's military category. The 16th ACCS is part of the 116th Air Control Wing stationed at Robins Air Force Base.
According to Aviation Week, the men and women of the U.S. Air Force and the Georgia Air National Guard's 16th ACCS received this prestigious honor for flying in support of the U.S. Army's ongoing battle against insurgents in Iraq. Full story

48th BCT Soldiers Share Gifts of Healing Thru Medicine CAMP ADDER, An Nasiryiah, Iraq-- Medical Community Assessment Program is an operation that brings basic medical services to the Iraqi public where no services are readily available. Soldiers of the 48th Brigade Combat Team established a short-term clinic at a local school to provide medical treatment and basic social services to local Iraqi citizens. "It's going to be a great day," said Lt. Col Scott Carter, Civil Affairs Officer for the 48th BCT before the team's convoy drove the 45 minutes to the school. "Every time we go out we represent the Soldiers of the 48th Brigade that don't get the opportunity to interact with the Iraqi people." Full story
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Class Reunion for 1/118th Field Artillery Medics

Perdue Proclaims Feb. 22, 2006, as
National Guard Day
Members of the Georgia Army and Air National Guard and the Georgia State Defense Force (GSDF) were honored at the State Capitol in Atlanta, Wednesday, Feb. 22, as they, members of the Georgia Legislature and others celebrated National Guard Day. More than 100 Guardsmen and State Defense Force volunteers first filled the gallery in the Senate Chambers to hear their service, dedication and professionalism touted by Maj. Gen. David B. Poythress, Georgia's Adjutant General;

Ground Broken For New Facility At Hunter Army Airfield The Georgia National Guard broke ground on Sunday, Feb. 5, on a new facility that will be home Savannah's Detachment 1, Company F, 131st Aviation Regiment, at Hunter Army Airfield.
When completed, the 87,000-square-foot hangar will accommodate the detachment's five CH-47D Chinook helicopters, and its maintenance and flight operations center.
"This has been 20 years in the making," Maj. Gen. David Poythress, The Adjutant General, told the audience. "It will be the most expensive and most modern building in the Georgia Guard." Cost of the new facility is estimated at $16.5 million, and it's expected to be completed in 18 months. `Full story

48th BCT Helps Iraqis Find Shelter From Storm
4th CST Helps Efforts to Stem Avian Flue in Republic of Georgia A training exercise recently conducted by Georgia's 22-member Weapons of Mass Destruction Civil Support Team with members of the Georgia State Agriculture Response Team (GSART) may have ultimately helped avert an Avian Flu breakout in the country of Georgia.
The exercise between Georgia's CST and the seventeen members of the Georgia State Agricultural Response team (GSART) was initially designed to provide an orientation to the equipment and operations that would be used in the event of an outbreak of the deadly flu strain in the state. However, a potential avian epidemic in the Caucuses prompted a real world response.

Sen. John Douglas, Lt. Gov. Mark Taylor and countless others. Later in the day Poythress and Maj. Gen. Terry Nesbitt, commander Georgia Army Guard stood with several state legislators in the capitol's north rotunda along side Gov. Sonny Perdue, who presented his signed proclamation naming Feb. 22 National Guard Day to General Poythress. Full story
Section of State Highway To be Named for Fallen Soldier A portion of State Route 54 will be named in honor of a 48th Brigade Combat Team Soldier who died last year in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom.

Capt Joe Hughart of the U.S. Public Health Service called upon GSART participants to help assemble personal protection equipment kits in response to reports of the flu outbreak in Georgia.
More than 2,000 kits procured by the U.S. Public Health Service and funded by USAID were packaged by soldiers from the Georgia National Guard Joint Operations Directorate and sent to Georgia. Health Officials in Georgia credit these kits with helping avert a devastating epidemic in this Caucus nation.

New Capitol Building Display Honors Georgians Serving Overseas Governor Sonny Perdue has unveiled a new reminder to visitors to State Capitol building in Atlanta of the service and sacrifice made by Georgia service members overseas. The tribute, which is on display in the north wing of the Capitol building, was announced by the Governor during National Guard Day at the Capitol in February. The display features three banners. A Blue Star Service Banner honors all Georgian serving in combat zones worldwide; A Gold Star Service Banner memorializes those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice; and a Georgia state flag presented to Perdue by the 48th Brigade Combat Team during his visit with them in Iraq during Thanksgiving 2005.
New Recruiting Superintendent Selected For Air Guard Georgia Air National Guard officials have revitalized the service's recruiting programs by hiring a new state recruiting and retention superintendent. They have also instituted a series of new programs to attract candidates to the 3,000-member Air Guard force as it works toward reversing slumping recruiting figures. Master Sgt. Richard K. Hamilton has been selected named recruiting and retention superintendent for Georgia, and supervises all recruitment for the Air Guard. Hamilton also supervises 11 production recruiters assigned to Marietta's Dobbins Air Reserve Base, Robins Air Force Base in Warner Robins, and for Georgia Air Guard units in Savannah and Brunswick. Full story

Remembered by the state Senate was Sgt. Michael Stokely who lost his life Aug. 16, 2005, when he stepped on an improved explosive device. Stokely, 23 and a scout with Griffin's Troop E, 108th Cavalry, was part of a dismounted patrol near the city of Yusufiyah when he was killed. Read the resolution
State Legislature Approves Renaming Statesboro Armory for Reddick The Georgia Legislature approved resolutions in February calling for the National Guard Armory in Statesboro to be named for late Brig. Gen. Terrell T. Reddick. The resolutions were read and adopted by both chambers during the National Guard Day at the State Capitol. The Senate resolution was co-sponsored by senators John Douglas and Jack Hill. Reddick, who commanded the Army Guard's 78th Troop Command in Decatur, died Sept. 23, 2005. He had been ill for more than a year before his death. Reddick's wife, Linda, their two children, his mother and father were present for the reading and approval of the resolution, and were given copies. Read the resolution
Georgia Tax Form To Benefit Family Foundation Georgia taxpayers will have the chance to make donations the Georgia National Guard Family Support Foundation when they file their taxes this year.

A simple "check-off" box on the Georgia

A look at what happened in March in Georgia National Guard history:
What some Georgia National Guard units and militia were doing in March during periods of war in U.S. history...
The War of 1812 Due to the threat of British attacks on the Georgia coast and British-inspired Creek Indian warfare, a detachment of Camden County Militia under Lt. Col. William Scott was still in active federal service at St. Mary's in March of 1813.
British warships did appear at the end of the following year off the Georgia coast with a British landing force that occupied St. Mary's at the start of 1815.
The Second World War, 1945 Attached to the active Army's 4th Armored Division, Georgia's 179th Field Artillery Battalion was in Germany fighting the Nazis during as the Third Reich entered its final days. On March 5, the 179th began moving toward the Rhine River, repulsing enemy actions as they pushed 58 miles in 54 hours to be the battalion to fire the first round across the river at Coblenz on March 8. The unit crossed the Rhine on March 24 to continue its drive against German forces, reaching the city of Frankfort and the autobahn. The 179th soon approached the headquarters of the once formidable German Luftwaffe to participate in a heavy barrage against the headquarters.
The Korean War, 1951 The 104th Communications Construction Squadron, mobilized for federal service as the 604th Signal Light Construction Company in January 1951, was stationed at Donaldson Air Force Base, Greenville, S.C. The 104th's mission was to provide the necessary communications construction support to the active Air Force's 433d Troop Carrier Wing. Airmen of the 104th trained on electric and telephone pole line construction, field wire installation and maintenance, and rubber cable installation and maintenance. They also conducted physical training, and installed and fixed problems with the base telephone lines during the month.
Complied by Gail Parnelle, GaARNG Historical Section

income tax return will allow taxpayers to make donations that will be automatically deducted from their refund, or can be included in their payment.

The new check-off box as added to the Georgia state income tax forms by the Georgia Legislature last year as a show of support for the National Guard. Only a small number of agencies are listed on the state tax form.

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The Family Support Foundation provides humanitarian and emergency financial support to members of the Georgia National Guard and their families in times of need. For more information go to www.
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Lt. Gen. David B. Poythress The Adjutant General of Georgia

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171st Aviation Finds 'New Horizons'
March 2006 -- While others at home contend with rush-hour traffic, and the ever-changing winter weather, members of Marietta's Company A, 171st Aviation Regiment are taking in the warm temperatures, cool Caribbean breezes and the colorful country side that is the Dominican Republic.
The unit's aircrews and maintenance personnel have been rotating in and out of the island country since January participating in Southern Command's Operation New Horizons, and will continue with that assignment until the beginning of June.
"Boots on the ground" since the mission began has been 29 soldiers, three UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters and the crews to man them, said Capt. Marisol Chalis, one of he pilots taking part in the mission.
As part of her duties, Chalis also is the liaison between the unit, the Puerto Rican Army National Guard, which an engineer battalion assigned to this year's New Horizons and the Dominican Republic army infantry brigade that is working with them. Her knowledge of the language and the people are the reasons she was chosen for the job.
"I was born in the small town of Bani, about an hour west of the capitol, Santa Domingo, which gives me a unique perspective on the country and its people," she said. "While the others will rotate in and out of country on a regular basis, I've requested to remain for the duration."
Although she's returned to Atlanta for a short break, returns to the Dominican Republic March 8.
At the age of 9, Chalis followed her parents, mother Dulce and father Napoleon, to live in Lynn, Mass. As an adult, she moved in 1999 because her job as a civil engineer for General Electric brought her to Atlanta.
"Also part of the excitement for me being back in the Dominican is that, when we first arrived, I was able to fly over my hometown. It was a very moving experience for me."
Operation New Horizons, or Nuevos Horizontes as it's known among Spanish speaking participants, is an engineer humanitarian civic assistance exercise designed to give training to Guard, Reserve and active duty units in civilian construction or medical care services. Participating American troops build basic infrastructure (roads, bridges, schools, wells, etc.) and provide medical, dental and veterinary services.
Based out at a Dominican Republic infantry brigade encampment outside the city of Barahona southwest of Santa Domingo, Company A aircrews conduct a variety of airlift and support missions.
Among them have the movement of troops and supplies for the Puerto Rican Guard's engineers from San Isidro Airport, home to the Dominican Republic Air Force, to the Barahona base camp. Flight crews also have played host to the Dominican Infantry brigade commander, his staff and the combined task force commander, Chalis said.
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Governor Perdue accepts painting commemorating Guard Service during National Guard Day 2006 at the Capitol in Atlanta. Standing next to Perdue is is artist Steve Penley (dark suit with hand on the frame)
Perdue: 'I Am Proud of You' ,
Governor Praises Guard At '06 'National Guard Day
Story by Staff Sgt. Roy Henry Georgia National Guard Public Affairs Office
Atlanta, February 22, 2006 -- Members of the Georgia Army and Air National Guard and the Georgia State Defense Force (GSDF) were honored at the state capitol in Atlanta, Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2006, as they, members of the Georgia Legislature and others celebrated National Guard Day.
More than 100 Guardsmen and State Defense Force volunteers first filled the gallery in the Senate Chambers to hear their service, dedication and professionalism touted by Maj. Gen. David B. Poythress, Georgia's Adjutant General; Sen. John Douglas, Lt. Gov. Mark Taylor and countless others. The crowd later moved to the gallery in the House of Representatives where they were joined by Poythress and his wife, Elizabeth. The accomplishments of the Guard and the GSDF were again brought out to the cheers and applause from the House floor and other guests in the gallery.
Later in the day Poythress and Maj. Gen. Terry Nesbitt, commander Georgia Army Guard stood with several state legislators in the capitol's north rotunda along side Gov. Sonny Perdue, who presented his signed proclamation naming Feb. 22 National Guard Day to General Poythress.
Before Perdue arrived and stepped to the podium the assembled Soldiers, Airmen, GSDF volunteers and guests were treated to a demonstration of specialized skill and technique by the Youth Challenge Academy Drill Team from Augusta's Fort Gordon.
"As your commander-in-chief, I am proud of the job you and your fellow Guardsmen are doing to protect

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Georgia and the nation," Perdue told the audience. "As your governor, I express the pride and appreciation all Georgians feel for our Citizen-Soldiers and your service."

As a daily reminder of the service and sacrifice made by Georgia troops overseas Guard, Reserve and active duty, he said, the state has established a visual tribute on the capitol building's second floor. In an alcove there, three banners are displayed:

q The Blue Star Service Banner that honors all Georgian serving in combat zones worldwide. q The Gold Star Service Banner memorializing those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice. There have been 27 so far. q The Georgia state flag presented to Perdue by the 48th Brigade Combat Team during his visit with them in Iraq during Thanksgiving 2005.

Gen. David B. Poythress, Georgia's Adjutant General, (above) sings the praises of his fellow Georgia Army and Air National Guardsmen and those of the members of the Georgia State Defense Force sitting in the Senate Gallery, Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2006, during the state's annual National Guard Day. (Georgia National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Roy Henry)

State Sen. John Douglas touts the Soldiers and Airmen of Georgia's Army and Air National Guard, Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2006, to members of the Georgia State Senate during the state's annual National Guard Day. Among those joining Douglas at the speaker's podium are Maj. Gen. David B. Poythress, Georgia's Adjutant General; Maj. Gen. Terry Nesbitt, commander Georgia Army Guard; Lt. Gov. Mark Taylor and a host of fellow legislators. The state flag behind Taylor was flown by Georgia's 48th Brigade Combat Team at its headquarters in Baghdad, Iraq. (Georgia National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Roy Henry

While the state is proud of what its Guard is doing overseas in support of The War on Terror, it's also filled with pride about the missions its Soldiers and Airmen accomplish here at home. Deploying to the Gulf Coast in the wake of Hurricane Katrina, for example, to conduct search and rescue, emergency airlifts and other humanitarian operations. Add to that, Perdue went on, the continued challenge of serving Georgia communities through the Youth Challenge Academy, the STARBASE Program, Counter Drug Task Force and other activities.

Perdue also recognized the valuable contribution made by State Defense Force volunteers. They answer the state's call whenever they're needed. For example, GSDF members deployed within hours to Dobbins Air Reserve Base in Marietta to provide vital support to the victims of Hurricane Katrina who arrived at Dobbins around the clock.

"I am proud to proclaim this National Guard Day in Georgia, and I salute these outstanding men and women who do so much for all Georgians," Perdue said with a proud smile.

As the ceremony ended, He was presented a print of the paining done by Georgia artist

Steve Penley, which depicts today's Guard in action, at home and around the world.

In other business, the Senate approved a resolution co-sponsored by senator Douglas and Sen. Jack Hill, calling for the

National Guard Armory in Statesboro to be named for late Brig. Gen. Terrell T. Reddick. Reddick, who commanded the Army Guard's 78th Troop Command in Decatur, died Sept. 23, 2005. He had been ill for more than a year before his death.
Reddick's wife, Linda, their two children, his mother and father were present for the reading and approval of the resolution, and were given a copy.
Also remembered was Sgt. Michael Stokely who lost his life Aug. 16, 2005, when he stepped on an improved explosive device in Iraq. Stokely, 23, and a scout with Griffin's Troop E, 108th Cavalry, was part of a dismounted patrol near Baghdad when he was killed.
Lieutenant Gov. Mark Taylor introduces the family of the late Gen. Terrell Redick to members of the Georgia State Senate. Afterward, the Senate unanimously called for the
A resolution, read and sponsored by Sen. National Guard Armory in Statesboro to be renamed in General Reddick's honor. Mitch Seabaugh, confirmed the naming of (Georgia National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Roy Henry) a section state highway 54 near Loganville, Stokely's hometown, in his honor. His father, Robert Stokely, wearing his son's identification tag, and other members of his family, sat quietly in the Senate gallery as the resolution was read and approved.
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16th Airborne Command and Control Squadron Earns National Award
March 2006 --The Georgia Air National Guard's 16th Airborne Command and Control Squadron at Robins AFB have been awarded one of the eight 2006 Aviation Week Laurels Awards in the military category.
According to Aviation Week, the men and women of the U.S. Air Force and Georgia Air National Guard's 16th Airborne Command and Control Squadron was awarded the prestigious honor for flying in support of the U.S. Army ongoing conflict against insurgents in Iraq. In addition to flying nightly missions to escort convoys as they seek to resupply military garrisons across the country, they have also become key players in the deadly battle against improvised explosive devices. Data collected by the E-8C Joint STARS aircraft they fly is forming the basis of innovative methodologies for fusing intelligence and tracking insurgents back to their factories and meeting places.
Laurel Awards are compiled by the magazine's editors based on a rigorous screening of candidates from the aviation community. The awards are given in eight categories; military, space, commercial air transport, aeronautics propulsion, operations, information technology/electronics, business /general aviation and the Philip J. Klass Award for lifetime achievement. Each laureate category epitomizes the creativity, dedication and optimism that are at the heart of aviation and aerospace.
Aviation Week will honor the 2006 Laureate Awards on April 7 at the 49th annual Laureate Awards event scheduled for the Smithsonian Institution's National Air and Space Museum Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center near Washington. The evenings highlight will be the presentation of the 2006 Laureate Awards.
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Maj. Gen. Poythress (left), Col. (ret.) Dannis Livingston (center) and Maj. Gen. Nesbitt
Ground Broken for New Army Aviation Facility
February 2006 -- The Georgia National Guard broke ground at Hunter Army Airfield, Feb. 5, 2006, on a new facility that will be home to Savannah's Detachment 1, Company F, 131st Aviation Regiment. When it's completed, the 87,000-square-foot hangar will accommodate the detachment's five CH-47D Chinook helicopters, and its maintenance and flight operations center.
Company F presently shares a hangar with active duty Soldiers, said Lt. Col. Vernon Atkinson, flight facility commander.
Maj. Gen. David B. Poythress, Georgia's Adjutant General; Maj. Gen. Terry Nesbitt, Georgia Army Guard commander; and retired Col. Dannis Livingston, former Georgia Army Guard aviation commander, threw the first shovels of dirt to mark the occasion.
"This has been 20 years in the making," Poythress said. "It will be the most expensive and most modern building in the Georgia Guard." Cost of the new facility is estimated at $16.5 million, and it's expected to be completed in 18 months.
The new hangar, which is one component of a two part project, will help build morale among the Soldiers, and it will make a difference in how they feel about their job, added Poythress.
The facility will be built next to the temporary facility the unit now uses. Once the hangar is complete, construction will start on an armory that will be built in the same area. That structure will replace the 1940s building the Guard has been using for more than three decades.
"The unit has been in temporary buildings since 1997," said Chief Warrant Officer 2 William Johnson, a Detachment 1 pilot. "It has been promised new buildings in the past and had that promise cancelled four times."
Georgia's Detachment 1, Company F, deployed in 2004 in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. Its 100 members traveled to the Gulf Coast last year where they assisted with relief operations for Hurricanes

Wilma and Katrina.
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U.S. Soldiers Supply Medical Treatment for Iraqi Citizens

Posted Thursday 02 February 2006

48th BCT Warbook

The 48th Brigade Combat Team is coming home after a highly successful deployment in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. To commemorate their history-making mobilization, the Brigade is publishing a War Book that will include photos, stories, timelines and other documents to celebrate their victories and will preserve their accomplishments for generations to come. You can be a part
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Photo: Spc. Todd Poteet, a combat medic and Capt. John W. Strain, II, (right), a physician's assistant, both with Charlie Medical Company, 148th Support Battalion explains prescribed dosage to a Al-Badoun tribesman. The gentleman took advantage of the one-day clinic conducted for this predominately Shiite region just outside of An Nasiriyah. (Photo by Spc. Tracy J. Smith, 48th BCT PAO)
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CAMP ADDER, An Nasiryiah, Iraq-- Medical Community Assessment Program is an operation that brings basic medical services to the Iraqi public where no services are readily available. Soldiers of the 48th Brigade Combat Team established a short-term clinic at a local school to provide medical treatment and basic social services to local Iraqi citizens.

"It's going to be a great day," said Lt. Col Scott Carter, Civil Affairs Officer for the 48th BCT before the team's convoy drove the 45 minutes to the school. "Every time we go out we represent the Soldiers of the 48th Brigade that don't get the opportunity to interact with the Iraqi people."

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Despite the cold and blustery January day, Iraqi citizens came out to the Al Badoun School located in a small village outside of An Nasiryiah, in good numbers, to take advantage of the services offered by medical teams from Company C, 148th Support Battalion along with civil affairs sections of the brigade.
"It's a lot of fun, I think it's wonderful to help the Iraqis this way," said Specialist Courtney Burgwald, an x-ray technician for Company C. This was her first mission outside the compounds of Camp Adder.

Under the watchful eye of Iraqi Highway Patrol and 48th BCT Soldiers, children were led into the school by their parents. They were greeted with smiles and gifts of both food and toys. The children seemed to ignore the cold winds as they stepped up to receive their packages. Many of them were not in need of medical attention, but those needing medical screening were seen by the medical staff one by one.

Watch video of Brigadier General Stewart Rodeheaver, Commanding General, 48th Brigade Combat Team, talking from Baghdad, to a reporter from the Pentagon Channel about his unit, a change in missions, training the Fourth Iraqi Army Brigade in Baghdad and continuing to work with Iraqi security forces, and how the holiday season went. (Courtesy DVIDS)
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"It's great, I hope to do more of these," said 2Lt. Todd Hull, a physicians assistant with Company C. "I've seen coughs, colds and other fairly simple conditions here." Hull, a Billings, Montana resident, has been with the 48th BCT throughout the entire deployment.
Working through Iraqi interpreters, the doctors and medical personnel provided the Iraqis a good medical screening and medication, as required to assist in their treatment. Iraqi medical personnel were also on hand to provide medical assessment for the local populace as necessary. The treatment rooms were set up in six classrooms around the school to provide privacy for each patient, while a small pharmacy was established in another classroom.
It was a scene that could be visualized in any small medical clinic in the United States as children were heard crying while their parents led them by the hand to the waiting medical staff. The children moods improved as they looked at the Beanie Baby or other toy they clutched as a memento of their visit to the school.
The local sheiks and tribal leaders were also visible throughout the day's events. Sheik Ali Nayef of the Al Badour tribe gave great praise for the efforts of the Soldiers.
"We thank the Soldiers and we wish they would keep doing the good work they are doing here" said Sheik Ali. "We feel that the American Forces are our brothers and friends and this shows my people that the Americans are honestly here to help them and Iraq."
This event is something that the civil affairs staff and others have been working toward since arriving in Iraq. The extensive planning of this event took many people and good coordination with a number of military units and Iraqi officials. Medical supplies had to be ordered, and personnel organized. Rehearsals were conducted and routes explored along with many other details it takes to ensure success.

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"This is a more secure area and we will continue to help with the security of the area," said Sheik Ali. "We don't want the insurgency in our area."

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in southern Baghdad due to various issues such security concerns, however in this area of Iraq, a much safer environment prevails. This type of operation can be accomplished under relative security.
"This was a very successful event," said Maj. Joseph Rohrer, Information Operations Officer for the 48th BCT. "What we learned from this first MEDCAP will be used to improve further events."
These types of missions are being considered in other districts within the brigade. The success of this first operation should lead to further successes. The results will bring an improved well-being to the Iraqi people.
"God does not forget those that do good things," said Sheik Ali Nayef, "We hope you succeed with all you do."

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The Challenges of Youth

Posted Tuesday 28 February 2006

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The 48th Brigade Combat Team is coming home after a highly successful deployment in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. To commemorate their history-making mobilization, the Brigade is publishing a War Book that will include photos, stories, timelines and other documents to celebrate their victories and will preserve their accomplishments for generations to come. You can be a part
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Photo - "The world is a small place," Staff Sgt. Kenneth J. Brown (left) is fast to remind Spc. Dustin J. Adams. Brown is medical platoon sergeant 1st Bn., 118th FA Regt., 48th BCT. Brown mentored Adams in the Youth Challenge program at Ft. Stewart, Ga. Adams is now a combat medic serving in Iraq.
Class reunion for 1st Battalion 118th Field Artillery Medics Story & Photos by Spc. Tracy J. Smith 48th BCT PAO
Camp Al Asad, Iraq "We will be forever linked," jokes Staff Sergeant Kenneth J. Brown flashing a smile in the direction of one of his medics. He refers to the bond he and Specialist Dustin J. Adams, a 48th Brigade Combat Team field medic attached to Company D, 3rd Battalion, 172nd Mountain Infantry Regiment share. Brown has known Adams since he was 16 years old.

"It is one of the most hideous moments of my life!" Adams declares as he recalls the phone call that made him rethink his decision to be a combat medic for the Georgia Army National Guard.

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Brown is the platoon sergeant for 1st Battalion, 118th Field Artillery Regiment's medical platoon but it is his other life, as he calls it, he has had the most satisfaction. He prepares young men and women who have gotten off the straight and narrow to be contributors. As a drill sergeant at the Youth Challenge Academy at Fort Stewart, Ga., he gets a unique opportunity to positively influence young people.
"When Adams came to the (Youth Challenge) program he was mouthy. I'm sure he was wondering, `what am I doing here?' and got smoked on a regular basis," Brown explained.

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That question is consistent with each cadet who volunteers for the program because it is hard corps for the first two weeks.

"If you lose them then you lose them for the remainder of the 22 week period, so I make sure I stress the five S's to them...." Brown is interrupted as Adams finishes the mantra for self-sufficiency instilled in each cadet. "Self confidence, self integrity, self discipline, self respect and self initiative." Again, a laugh between the two unlikely friends.

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"I was a spoiled kid," Adams, a native of Savannah, Ga. recounted. "I skipped school, then wrecked my car and just quit school." One of the prerequisites for the program is that the potential candidate is a high school drop out.
"The five S's are printed outside the latrine door at the school," Adams says rolling his eyes. "When we were getting smoked you had to recite them..." "...and years later you remember them," a knowing smile penetrating the rough edges of Adams' mentor.
The first days at the program dwindled and the journey to taking charge of his life became more bearable as Adams, in his own words, "was becoming a man."
"The thought that put me at ease the most is that I would never see this guy again," Adams recalls expounding on graduation day.
Now it was time to make decisions about his life. He knew school was in his future but money for college was a concern. Eventually Adams decided to join the Georgia Army National Guard.
"I'm at Ft. Sam Houston (Tx.) going through combat medics' school and called back to the Youth Challenge cadre to let them know," said Adams. "I told them I was assigned to a field artillery unit in Georgia as a medic." It was then he discovered Brown would be his platoon sergeant. "I almost quit the school!"
Adams completed the course and attended Armstrong College in Savannah. He was about to transfer to the University of Georgia in Athens when he was mobilized with the 48th BCT.

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"I reported to Ft. Stewart for training and the 1st Sergeant (Ernest Oliver, HSB, 118th FA) said he would introduce me to my platoon leader," Adams shakes his head and recalls what came next. "I hear footsteps behind me and 1st Sgt. says, `here he is now,' and I hear this voice that won't go away. Like I said it was one of the most hideous

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moments of my life." "See, God has a sense of humor," Brown added.
The program opens the door for a future as opposed to one behind bars. The Fort Stewart Youth Challenge program is the original model for the nationwide program that now covers 37 states and Adams is one of it's graduates on his way to becoming a success if he can realize the need for authority and self-reliance.
"I haven't given up on him yet," Brown says. "And I don't plan on it."
Adams admits that he was a kid when he went into the Youth Challenge program. When he completed the program, he was given the tools to better prepare for his future as a businessperson and entrepreneur. In Iraq, he relies on those with more experience.
"Youth challenge didn't prepare me for the experience (in Iraq)," Adams states. He and Brown exchange knowing glances. The young man from Savannah has seen much in the months he has served with company D, 3rd Bn, 172nd. Inf. Regt. He has handled his duties as a medic with a maturity not even he realized he could possess.
"If there weren't sergeants like Staff Sgt. Brown or Sgt. (1st Class Nick) Peppe, (3rd platoon sergeant) out there you wouldn't try. They enforce the standard."

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Posted Tuesday 28 February 2006

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The 48th Brigade Combat Team is coming home after a highly successful deployment in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. To commemorate their history-making mobilization, the Brigade is publishing a War Book that will include photos, stories, timelines and other documents to celebrate their victories and will preserve their accomplishments for generations to come. You can be a part
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Photo - Spc. Jason Douthitt (r), of Evansville, IN., gets assistance from local Iraqis to roll large tents for Bedouins who lost their shelters recently in a storm.

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BASE CAMP ADDER, An Nasiriya, Iraq--Soldiers from the 48th Brigade Combat Team and the 406th Corps Support Battalion, delivered large tents to five local Iraqi Bedouin families who lost their homes during a recent dramatic winter storm which brought high winds and heavy rains to the area.

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After the storm, Sheik Mohammed Minshed Tayseer contacted the 48th BCT Civil Affairs Office, and requested five tents for the five families in his area who were in dire need of shelter after the storm. The civil affairs team requested support of the 16th Combat Support Group who quickly responded to the need by providing shelter in the form of Army Tents.
The trucks rolled up to the home of Sheik Tayseer, a high level sheik in the Al Gheezi tribe, who lives near the Hadeyean village, as a small group of local Iraqis looked on.

Cpt. Trent Walsh, of Chico, Ca, the Officer in Charge of the security at Camp Cedar II, coordinated the convoy to get the tents to those in need.

"The Army is providing these large tents to replace those lost as support of the local tribes," said Walsh. "We are glad to do it."

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The tents were received with great anticipation and excitement as they were quickly unloaded off the 5-ton truck from the 406th CSB.
"It feels good to provide for the locals," said Specialist Jason Douthitt, of Evansville, IN, a member of the 406th, who helped roll the tents from the truck.
The recipients of the tents were very appreciative for the gift of sanctuary.
"You [coalition forces] saved me from death to life," said Kadhem Utob, a retired farmer who watched as his shelters were loaded into the bed of a small pick up truck. "You are providing good support for the people of Iraq, I give thanks to you."
This type of compassionate act is something that occurs daily throughout Iraq. Friendships continue to strengthen in southern Iraq as the Soldiers of the 48th Brigade Combat Team work toward a stronger and stable Iraq.

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New Capitol Display Honors Georgians Serving Overseas
Governor Sonny Perdue has unveiled a new reminder to visitors to State Capitol building in Atlanta of the service and sacrifice made by Georgia service members overseas.
The tribute, which is on display in the north wing of the Capitol building, was announced by the Governor during National Guard Day at the Capitol in February. The display features three banners.
A Blue Star Service Banner honors all Georgian serving in combat zones worldwide;
A Gold Star Service Banner memorializes those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice; and a Georgia state flag presented to Perdue by the 48th Brigade Combat Team during his visit with them in Iraq during Thanksgiving 2005.
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Emphasis Focused In Georgia
March 2006 -- Georgia Air National Guard officials have revitalized the service's recruiting programs by hiring a new state recruiting and retention superintendent. They have also instituted a series of new programs to attract candidates to the 3,000-member Air Guard force as it works toward reversing slumping recruiting figures.
Master Sgt. Richard K. Hamilton has been named recruiting and retention superintendent for Georgia, and supervises all recruitment for the Air Guard. Hamilton also supervises 11 production recruiters assigned to Marietta's Dobbins Air Reserve Base, Robins Air Force Base in Warner Robins, and for Georgia Air Guard units in Savannah and Brunswick.
Hamilton, an Atlanta native and a Powder Springs resident, began his military career in the 1986 when he enlisted in the active duty Air Force. Following nearly a decade of service in the aircraft maintenance field, he became a recruiter in November 1997 with Marietta's 331st Recruiting Squadron. Hamilton held the position until taking the job of supervisor for the Montgomery, Ala., Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) in 2002. The Montgomery MEPS is also part of the 331st RCS.
Hamilton joined the Air National Guard in September 2004 as the 116th ACW's recruiting office supervisor before being selected as the State Recruiting and Retention Superintendent in January this year.
"For 2006, recruiting is job one, to coin a phrase," said Maj. Gen. Scott A. Hammond, commander Georgia Air Guard. "We have a great product to sell, but it requires every member of the Air National Guard to be a

salesman."
With its requirement for highly skilled technical personnel, Air Guard officials are rethinking ways to recruit against its high tech vacancies. "I am convinced that we have the quality product, the benefits and the people to make a difference in the future," Hamilton added.
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06 LC 34 0481 Senate Resolution 864 By: Senators Douglas of the 17th and Hudgens of the 47th
ADOPTED A RESOLUTION
Dedicating the SGT Mike Stokely Memorial Highway; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, SGT Michael "Mike" Stokely was a member of Troop E 108th Cavalry Unit in the 48th Brigade Combat Team serving in Iraq; and
WHEREAS, Mike joined the National Guard as a junior in high school in Loganville, Georgia, and signed on for a six-year term; and
WHEREAS, SGT Stokely was on foot patrol on August 16, 2005, around the area of Yusufiyah, Iraq, and was killed by injuries suffered when an explosive device detonated; and
WHEREAS, this courageous soldier confronted the dangers, privations, and discomforts of striving to keep the peace in Iraq with fortitude and steadfast resolve, making us as a nation truly proud; and
WHEREAS, all Americans owe a debt of gratitude to the men and women of our armed forces who risk their lives in the defense of freedom and to secure the blessings of liberty for this nation and

other peoples of the world.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF GEORGIA that the portion of SR 81 in Walton County from its intersection with US 78 to the Newton County line be dedicated as the SGT Mike Stokely Memorial Highway, and the Department of Transportation is authorized and directed to place and maintain appropriate markers dedicating the SGT Mike Stokely Memorial Highway.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed to transmit an appropriate copy of this resolution to the family of SGT Mike Stokely and to the Department of Transportation.
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06 LC 97 0210 Senate Resolution 943 By: Senators Hill of the 4th and Douglas of the 17th
A RESOLUTION
Declaring support for dedicating the Statesboro Armory to the memory of Brigadier General Terrell T. Reddick; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, the members of the Georgia Army National Guard have requested that the Georgia Department of Defense dedicate the Statesboro Armory in memory of Brigadier General Terrell T. Reddick, Deputy Commander of the Georgia Army National Guard, who passed away on September 23, 2005; and
WHEREAS, Brigadier General Reddick was born in Statesboro, Georgia, in August 1947; and
WHEREAS, he began his career with the Georgia Army National Guard in 1968, and during his three decades of honorable service, his assignments included a number of key command and staff posts ranging from Ammunition Officer in Service Battery, 1/230th Field Artillery in Brunswick, to Deputy Chief of Staff-Operations, Headquarters Georgia Army Guard; and
WHEREAS, Brigadier General Reddick was a graduate of the Field Artillery Officer Basic and

Advanced Courses, Command and General Staff College, and the United States Army War College; and WHEREAS, during the course of many years of service, he received numerous decorations, including the Meritorious Service Medal, the Air Force Commendation Medal, the Humanitarian Service Medal, the Georgia Meritorious Service Medal, the Georgia Commendation Medal, and the Georgia Humanitarian Service Ribbon; and WHEREAS, as a civilian, he was a certified public accountant and managing partner of Reddick, Riggs, and Hunter, CPAs, P.C.; a highly respected member of the Statesboro community, Brigadier General Reddick was president of the Rotary Club of Statesboro, the Rotary Club of Downtown Statesboro, the Statesboro-Bulloch County Chamber of Commerce, and a member of the First Baptist Church of Statesboro; and WHEREAS, he also served as president of the National Guard Association of Georgia; and WHEREAS, considering his noble service and leadership to the Georgia Army National Guard and to his beloved Statesboro community, it would be a most fitting tribute to dedicate the Statesboro Armory to the memory of Brigadier General Reddick. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body join in honoring the life of Brigadier General Terrell T. Reddick and remember his many outstanding contributions to Georgia and declare their support for dedicating the Statesboro Armory to his memory. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed to transmit an appropriate copy of this resolution to the Georgia Department of Defense and to Mrs. Linda Reddick.
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First Friday Briefing, the Georgia DoD's monthly online newsletter, is now available in audio format. The First Friday Podcast can be downloaded in . mp3 format and listened to directly on a computer desktop using Media Player or other desktop player software. Listeners can also use RSS technology to "subscribe" to the audio feed, which will allow their computer to automatically download new releases directly to their i-Pods or other portable listening devices. "Podcasting as an exciting new communications tool and we want to begin to take advantage of it," said Jim Driscoll, the Georgia DoD's director of communications. "The Army and Air Force news services are both now sending out podcasts, but Georgia is the first National Guard state to take advantage of the new technology."

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Description: The May issue of the Georgia Department of Defense First Friday Briefing, an audio file with news of the Georgia Army and Air National Guard and the Georgia State Defense Force. This episode's top stories include... -- The 48th Brigade returns home -- The Georgia Army Guard Commander is named the state's new director of Homeland Security... -- The Georgia Air Guard gets its newest General officer -- And a Georgia Guard Black Hawk pilot wins the prestigious MacArthur Leadership Award
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Description: Welcome to the April issue of the Georgia Department of Defense First Friday Briefing, an audio file with news of the Georgia Army and Air National Guard and the Georgia State Defense Force. This episode's top stories include... -- Savannahs 165th Airlift Wing deploys to support Enduring Freedom -- The 48th Infantry Brigade in Iraq prepares to head home -- A new Guard program called Well-Being is being launched to help address Guard member's physical, mental and spiritual needs. -- And a third grader in Winder is going above and beyond the call in helping Georgia Guardsmen.
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Description: Welcome to the February issue of the Georgia Department of Defense First Friday Briefing, an audio file with news of the Georgia Army and Air National Guard and the Georgia State Defense Force. This episode's top stories include... - Soldiers from Elberton's 1st Battalion, 214th Field Artillery depart for training in preparation for their Iraqi deployment. - Georgia Guardsman can collect cash for recruiting - The Georgia National Guard Family Support Foundation is getting a big financial boost from a painting by renowned Georgia artist Steve Penley.

While Georgia based military members are representing their country overseas, their families face many economic and emotional hardships. How can we best support those making such sacrifices? The troops say they are getting the support they need to fight the war. However, they are concerned for their families and those emergencies, large and small that arise at home.
They need your help. Your donation will help make a difference in the lives of Georgia military members. Learn more.
To help, we have established a fund to support the families of the troops serving in the war on terrorism. Our goal is to raise $1 million in support for the families of deployed soldiers by the end of the year, and we cannot do it without your help. Click here to make a contribution.

Million Dollar Goal Reached!
A sellout crowd of more than 2,500 business and civic leaders and scores of local and state elected officials, packed the Georgia World Congress Center on Tuesday, January 9, to kick off the 2007 session of the Georgia Legislature at the Georgia Chamber's Eggs & Issues Breakfast, the state's oldest and largest prelegislative forum
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"My Country" by Sidney Randolph Maurer
Sidney Randolph Maurer's My Country is a stunning collage that evokes proud feelings for the privilege of being an American. This original painting is an excellent addition to Maurer's collection, and the artist enthusiastically donated it to the auction to raise money for the Georgia National Guard Family Support Foundation".
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Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association Donates $8,500
Prior to the GA Chamber Events in January 2007, the Foundation was the beneficiary of an $8,500.00 check presented to Col (Ret) Edward Chamberlain, Director of DOWD, and a member of the Foundation Board, by the Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association at their annual luncheon.
The Southern Company Charitable Foundation, Inc Donates $100,000
The SOUTHERN COMPANY CHARITABLE FOUNDATION, INC. gave the Foundation a check for $100,000.00 to help reach the million dollar goal initiated by Governor Perdue. This was the second contribution made in this amount to the Foundation and our continued appreciation goes to Mr. David Ratcliffe, President of the Southern Company, and Ms. Judy Anderson, President of the Southern Company Charitable Foundation, and Mr. Mike Worley, Assistant to EVP, External Affairs for Georgia Power Company for their ongoing interest and support.
Fundraiser raises $125,000
In November 2006, a fundraiser was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Matt Towery. Ms. Andrea Ruef organized the event which was attended by Lt Col Jay A. Peno, Foundation President, and Col Steve Joyce, HRO, Lt Gen David Poythress and BG Stewart Rodeheaver. A check in the amount of $125,000.00 was presented to the Foundation. Special Thanks to everyone who supported this effort.

Welcome Home 48th
Governor Perdue has committed the state's assistance to help every Georgia service member fighting in Iraq or Afghanistan find a job upon their return to the United States. On December 9th, 2005, Governor Perdue said "if you do have trouble finding work when you get back home to Georgia, call my office. I will find you a job. It's the least we can do after the job you have done for your country." Visit http://www.gov.state.ga.us/veterans/ for more information.
The Georgia Chamber of Commerce presents "Freedom" by Steve Penley
Freedom is a stirring and penetrating tribute to American soldiers, from the Minute Men to the 48th Brigade, captured on canvas by renowned Georgia artist Steve Penley to benefit the Georgia National Guard Family Support Foundation. All proceeds will be used to assist family members of soldiers serving on active duty with the Georgia National Guard. Signed prints are available at a cost of $50. More information
The Georgia National Guard Family Support Foundation, Inc., is a 501 (c)3 tax exempt organization that provides assistance to the families of Georgia's guardsmen, our State's reservists and qualifying active duty service members that live here in Georgia.
Georgia National Guard Family Support Foundation, Inc. 935 East Confederate Avenue Building 21 Atlanta, GA 30316-0965
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