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MWR Hosts aSuper TailgateExtravaganza

CAMP LEMONNIER, DJIBOUTI – When the Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) team of Daniel Calhan, Director, Donald Wells, Community Activities Director, and their staff put on a tailgate party extravaganza ahead of Super Bowl 2013, the result was an unforgettable series of events that featured a retired future Major League Baseball Hall-of-Famer, two Hollywood stars, NFL cheerleaders, and a master steak team from Dallas, Texas.

The Super Bowl weekend began here when Commanding Offi cer Kevin Bertelsen, Executive Offi cer CDR Israel Harden, and Command Master Chief (SW/AW) Lloyd “DJ” Johnson welcomed former MLB pitcher Randy Johnson, actors Robert Patrick and Matthew Lillard, and NFL cheerleaders from the Minnesota Vikings, Oakland Raiders, Tennessee Titans, and Washington Redskins during a meet-and-greet session inside the CO’s conference room. The VIPs arrived here as part of a USO-sponsored tour.

Johnson retired from professional baseball in 2010 after 22 seasons with six different teams. Patrick—co-starred in the 1991 blockbuster,

“Terminator 2: Judgment Day” as the robot “T-1000.” He was last seen on television in “The Unit,” as an Army colonel in charge of Special Forces operatives based on the Army’s real-life Delta Force. Lillard played a sadistic killer in the 1996 hit movie scream, and he was last seen on the hit television show, “Criminal Minds.”

“We would like to welcome you here to Camp Lemonnier,” said Capt. Bertelsen. “Your presence here this weekend means a lot to the men and women here who are serving a long way from home. We appreciate you being here.”

Following a brief overview of the U.S. military mission, the VIPs toured the base and met with the deployed troops, Department of Defense employees, and contractors during a photo-and-autograph session. The NFL cheerleaders later took to the stage at the Camp’s community center, nicknamed “11-D North,” and performed several song-and-dance routines, while Wells served as the evening’s host.

As the hours ticked down to the main event, Super Bowl 2013, the non-profi t organization Steak Team Mission from Dallas, Texas traveled to Camp Lemonnier to cook up a feast of steaks and fi xings for the deployed troops. The donor organization fl ew several thousand pounds of steaks and other food and gift items to Djibouti for the camp’s service members.

“I don’t do this for the publicity, I do it for the troops” declared Harvey Gough, founder

of Steak Team Mission. He noted that between deployments to the Middle East and East Africa, his team has so-far cooked up more than 55,000 steak dinners for the troops.

Meanwhile, the clock continued to tick away to the Super Bowl match-up between the Baltimore Ravens and the San Francisco 49ers. With a nine-hour time difference from New Orleans, the Super Bowl party did not offi cially begin here until after 2:00 a.m. However, the «late-night» kickoff did not deter Camp and Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa personnel from relaxing and cheering for their respective teams.

Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) hosted the event, which included chicken wings provided by the “Hooters” restaurant chain. The game was shown over the Armed Forces Network on the huge movie screen outside on the sprawling patio at 11-D North.

“I think it is important to celebrate an event like the Super Bowl, even if it’s early in the morning,” explained Calhan, MWR director. “We want the troops to experience a sense of home.”

Even hours before kickoff, 11-D North began fi lling up with troops who were eager for the game to get underway, so they could take a brief respite from the long work days and nights here in East Africa. Once the game was underway, the 11-D North patio became standing-room only for Camp and CJTF-HOA personnel.

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Captain’s Corner

Jan/Feb 2013, Issue: 1

The Lemonnier Post is an authorized publication for military personnel serving at Camp Lemonnier. Contents herein are not the visions or endorsed by the U.S. government, the

Department of Defense, or the commanding offi cer of Camp Lemonnier.

Commander Navy Region Europe, Africa, Southwest Asia Deputy Public Affairs Offi cer

Mr. Scott Campbell

Commanding Offi cerCapt. Kevin Bertelsen

Camp Lemonnier Public Affairs Offi cerLT. Crystal Brooks

Layout/DesignITC Patti Evans

FeedbackIf you have any questions, comments, concerns

or suggestions, we want to hear from you. Please send an e-mail to the Lemmonier Post

editor at: jerome.w.mapp.mil@mail.mil

Editor/PhotographyMC1 Jerome Mapp

In recent years, U.S. and international media have been rife with negative images of U.S. military personnel, federal employees,

and contractors deployed abroad to the Middle East and elsewhere around the world.

Social media and the rapid availability of information have bolstered a sub-culture within our Armed Forces that views the sacrifi ce of common sense and moral decency as a form of entertainment.

Enter “That Guy”. The Service Member identifi ed breaking with service values and bringing discredit upon themselves and our institution.

Common sense and decency should not only apply when in uniform. The same pride and devotion to duty should not waiver during our times of leisure away from the stresses of our daily duties. It’s time for each of us to perform a moral “gut-check” and return to the core values that have made our nation and it’s Armed Forces “beacons of hope” to a global audience.

For U.S. military personnel, federal employees, and contractors who serve in Djibouti —many on their fi rst deployments—

it is worth noting that we share the common role of ambassadors of the United States to our Host Nation and Coalition partners. Our behavior here should refl ect the gravity of that responsibility and adhere to the values we hold true as representatives of the American people.

As ambassadors to the Djiboutian people, the spotlight is always upon us. Every positive interaction we have contributes to our goal of continuing a benefi cial and lasting relationship with our Host Nation and its allies. Unfortunately, our mission and the efforts of countless others who have come before us can be jeopardized by a single instance of thoughtlessness or misguided judgment.

Regardless, I implore us all to set the example. Be “THE RIGHT GUY” to whom others can look to and admire because “THAT GUY” has no place onboard Camp Lemonnier.

Capt. Kevin Bertelsen CO, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti

CAMP LEMONNIER –The fi rst Subway Restaurant in the Horn of Africa offi cially opened its doors during a Feb. 21 grand opening ceremony , bringing a taste of home to roughly 4,000 military and civilian personnel alike.

Commanding Offi cer Capt. Kevin Bertelsen welcomed guest speaker, (Ret.) RDML Robert Bianchi, Chief Executive Offi cer of the Navy

Exchange Service Command, who praised the decision to open the Subway here.

RDML Bianchi joined Capt. Bertelsen; Executive Offi cer Israel Harden; Navy Exchange Manager Lisa Curren; and Omar Bukhowa, Subway Djibouti Franchise owner, during the ribbon-cutting that offi cially opened the fi rst Subway Restaurant in East Africa.

Subway Restaurant Grand Opening

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Thanks to all who participated in thefloat competition

Congratulations toN4 - 1st Place

FCPOA - 2nd Place

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CAMP LEMONNIER – Corpsmen assigned to Team 22, and other medical personnel from the Emergency Medical Facility conducted a mass-casualty drill under the watchful eyes of Team 21, shortly before they redeployed to the States. The exercise, conducted every two months here, sharpens the emergency medical skills of the EMF who may be called up to treat personnel in a real-world situation.

CORPSMAN UP!

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Advancement Exam Eligibility Requirements UpdatedA recent policy change allows Sailors with a

PTS “Intends to Separate” status to participate in the upcoming March 2013 examination.

Naval Administrative Message (NAVADMIN) 023/13, released Feb. 8, provides updated guidance for the Cycle 219/March 2013 Navy-wide enlisted examinations for Active Duty, Active Reserve, Full Time Support and Canvasser Recruiter advancement.

For the September 2012 advancement cycle 216, Active Duty Sailors who had an “Intends to Separate” Perform to Serve (PTS) status were ineligible for the Navy-wide advancement examination. NAVADMIN 023/13 explains that changes in retention behavior, and the Navy’s shifting posture from downsizing to stabilizing, have enabled candidates in a PTS “Intends to Separate” status to be eligible for advancement.

Sailors who have received fi nal PTS denial (Denied Final - Active) on their December PTS

application remain ineligible to participate in the March examination.

Another important change announced in NAVADMIN 023/13 concerns security clearance requirements for advancement. A favorable investigation adjudication issued by the Department of the Navy Central Adjudication Facility (DONCAF) remains as a requirement. However, the updated policy now allows a Sailor to take the advancement exam with an interim clearance issued by the unit commanding offi cer while awaiting formal adjudication from DONCAF. That interim clearance must be granted prior to the fi rst day of the month of the regularly scheduled examination date.

“The intent of this change is to minimize adverse impact to advancement opportunity for those Sailors who have properly applied for a security clearance and are awaiting a fi nal determination,” said Enlisted Plans and

Policy Branch Head Cmdr. Renee Squier. “However, every effort should be taken by the command and the individual to receive fi nal determinations on all Sailors requiring a security clearance as soon as possible.”

For certain ratings listed in the Cycle 219 NAVADMIN 342/12, as well as Sailors in the Cryptologic Technician (Maintenance (CTM) rating and all nuclear and submarine ratings who do not meet security clearance requirements, remain ineligible for advancement and should not participate in an advancement examination.

For additional information on PTS eligibility requirements visit http://www.public.navy.mil/bupers-npc/career/careercounseling/Pages/FleetRIDE-PTS.aspx. For additional information regarding security clearance requirements visit http://www.public.navy.mil/bupers-npc/career/enlistedcareeradmin/Pages/Advancement.aspx.

By Thomas UpdikeNaval Education and Training Professional

Development and Technology Center Public Affairs

The U.S. Marine Corps Wounded Warrior Regiment recently convened it’s inaugural meritorious promotion board to review the records of qualifi ed wounded, ill and injured Marines for promotion consideration. Cpl. Anthony Arriaga who is stationed at the Wounded Warrior Battalion West, made history as the fi rst recovering Marine to be meritoriously promoted to the rank of sergeant.

“I am honored to receive this rank and continue my service to this nation,” said Arriaga who did not realize that he was the fi rst wounded Marine promoted based on the recently approved promotion authority.

Prior to a recent change in policy, recovering Marines were not separately eligible for meritorious promotion consideration. The new policy will afford wounded, ill and injured Marines assigned and attached to the Regiment with a similar opportunity to be considered for meritorious promotion to corporal and sergeant like Marines in other units. The new authority will also allow Marines, who

are otherwise qualifi ed, to not lose their eligibility for promotion consideration due to hospitalization or temporary limited duty as a result of wounds or injuries.

“It is necessary for the Regiment to continue holding merit promotions for [wounded, ill and injured] Marines, because it provides a sense that they can progress further,” said Arriaga. “A lot of Marines want to continue to serve. This is a great morale booster and they can see themselves progressing in their Marine Corps career.”

Sgt. Arriaga who was shot by a sniper during a fi re fi ght in 2010 while conducting combat operations in Marjeh, Helmand Province, Afghanistan, continues to contribute to the development of other Marines through his briefi ngs to Non-Commissioned Offi cers and Staff-Non Commissioned Offi cers at the School of Infantry on the capabilities of Wounded Warrior Battalion West.

“Sgt. Arriaga was selected because he demonstrates superior leadership and

exemplary professionalism,” said Lt. Col. James Fullwood, Wounded Warrior Battalion West commanding offi cer. “Despite facing numerous diffi cult challenges during his recovery, he has overcome every obstacle while remaining true to Marine Corps and his fellow Marines. He is the epitome of a Marine NCO who leads from the front and has always maintained himself as an example to all.”

“I was just doing what I thought any NCO should be doing regardless of where I was stationed- Wounded Warrior Battalion or any other Marine Corps unit. I was not going to stop doing my job just because I was injured.”

Arriaga’s current military occupational specialty is an 0311 rifl eman. He is considering a lateral move into the intelligence fi eld and is very appreciative of this opportunity. “I would not be able to pick up sergeant in my current area because of the downsizing in my MOS. I am very grateful.”

By Aquita Brown Wounded Warrior Regiment

Wounded Warrior Regiment Convenes First Merit Promotion Board

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President Awards Medal of Honor to Afghanistan VeteranWASHINGTON, Feb. 12, 2013 – President

Barack Obama placed the Medal of Honor around the neck of former Army Staff Sgt. Clinton L. Romesha during a ceremony yesterday in the East Room of the White House.

President Barack Obama presents the Medal of Honor to former Army Staff Sgt. Clinton L. Romesha during a ceremony in the East Room at the White House in Washington, D.C., Feb. 11, 2013. Romesha received the Medal of Honor for his actions during a daylong fi refi ght in Afghanistan in October 2009. U.S. Army photo by Leroy Council

Romesha, the fourth living service member to receive the medal for service in Operation Iraqi Freedom or Operation Enduring Freedom, earned the Medal of Honor for actions Oct. 3, 2009, at Combat Outpost Keating in the Kamdesh district of Afghanistan’s Nuristan province.

On that morning, Combat Outpost Keating -- manned by only 53 soldiers and situated at the bottom of a steep valley -- came under attack by as many as 300 Taliban fi ghters.

During the fi ght, the enemy breached the outpost’s perimeter. Romesha, who was injured in the battle, led the fi ght to protect the bodies of fallen soldiers, provide cover to those soldiers seeking medical assistance and reclaim the American outpost that later would be deemed “tactically indefensible.”

“Throughout history, the question has often been asked, ‘Why? Why do those in uniform

take such extraordinary risks? And what compels them to such courage?’” the president said. “You ask Clint and any of these soldiers who are here today, and they’ll tell you. Yes, they fi ght for their country, and they fi ght for our freedom. Yes, they fi ght to come home to their families. But most of all, they fi ght for each other -- to keep each other safe and to have each other’s backs.”

The White House ceremony was attended by several hundred, including lawmakers, defense leaders, Romesha’s family, and team members from Romesha’s own Bravo Troop, 3rd Squadron, 61st Cavalry Regiment, 4th Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division. Also in attendance were Defense Secretary Leon E. Panetta, Army Chief of Staff Gen. Ray Odierno and Sgt. Maj. of the Army Raymond F. Chandler III.

The president said that upon learning he would receive the Medal of Honor, Romesha displayed the brand of humility typical of many soldiers.

“When I called Clint to tell him that he would receive this medal, he said he was honored, but he also said, ‘It wasn’t just me out there. It was a team effort,’” the president said. “And so today we also honor this American team, including those who made the ultimate sacrifi ce.”

Included among those who died in the fi ghting that day in Afghanistan were Pfc. Kevin Thomson, Sgt. Michael Scusa, Sgt.

Joshua Kirk, Sgt. Christopher Griffi n, Staff Sgt. Justin Gallegos, Staff Sgt. Vernon Martin, Sgt. Joshua Hardt, and Spc. Stephan Mace.

“Each of these patriots gave their lives looking out for each other,” Obama said. “In a battle that raged all day, that brand of selfl essness was displayed again and again and again -- soldiers exposing themselves to enemy fi re to pull a comrade to safety, tending to each other’s wounds, [and] performing ‘buddy transfusions’ -- giving each other their own blood.”

Obama noted that it wasn’t just Romesha who earned recognition for his actions that day. From that battle, soldiers earned 37 Army Commendation Medals, 27 Purple Hearts, 18 Bronze Stars and nine Silver Stars, the president said.

“These men were outnumbered, outgunned and almost overrun,” Obama said. “Looking back, one of them said, ‘I’m surprised any of us made it out.’ But they are here today. And I would ask these soldiers -- this band of brothers -- to stand and accept the gratitude of our entire nation.

“God bless you, Clint Romesha, and all of your team,” the president said. “God bless all who serve. And God bless the United States of America.”

The president then asked that the Medal of Honor citation be read, and following that, he placed the medal around Romesha’s neck.

By C. Todd Lopez Army News Service

Sixteen Airmen from Hurlburt Field, Fla., took part in a 450-mile, six day ruck-march, in honor of fi ve fallen Air Commandos.

Of the sixteen, were four teams which included members from the 319th Special Operations Squadron, the 34th SOS, the 18th Flight Test Squadron and the 25th Intelligence Squadron.

The Commandos’ six-day journey began on the Emerald Gulf Coast and concluded at MacDill Air Force Base’s U.S. Special Operations Command fallen hero memorial, where stories were told, tears were shed and fallen comrades were remembered.

As the Commandos neared MacDill, a motorcade of Patriot Guard Riders and more than 60 community members lined up to pay respect and thank the group for their sacrifi ces.

The march was a special event, “very moving, very emotional,” commented ruck marcher Master Sgt. John Hickman, 18th FTS fi rst sergeant. “It’s not about us [the Air

Commando marchers]; it’s about those that made the ultimate sacrifi ce.”

Upon their arrival at the memorial, the commandos were greeted by Maj. Gen. Thomas J. Trask, U.S. Special Operations Command director of force structure, requirements, resources and strategic assessments, who remarked on their noble efforts and selfl ess actions.

After comments were made, the Air Commandos gathered together, walked over to the wall of fallen heroes, knelt down, placed a rose and spoke to their fallen brothers and sisters.

Amongst the Commandos paying tribute was Hickman, who slowly walked the memorial’s semicircle.

“I’ve seen seven names so far that I’ve known,” he commented, showing the grim reality of combat and how much the march really meant.

This year’s march was in memory of the fi ve Air Force Commandos who died last year --Lt. Col. John D. Loftis, 866th Air

Expeditionary Squadron; Capt. Ryan P. Hall, 319th SOS; Capt. Nicholas S. Whitlock, 34th SOS; 1st Lt. Justin J. Wilkens, 34th SOS; and Senior Airman Julian S. Scholten, 25th IS.

As the Commandos paid tribute at the memorial’s wall of heroes, onlookers silently held each other, drawn in by the emotional event.

The Hulbert Field remembrance marchers left behind a unique ambiance, one that exemplifi ed the Special Operation memorial creed:

To honor the selfl ess service and sacrifi ce of the men and women of the U.S. Special Operations Command and its assigned forces; to honor, promote, and preserve our nation’s illustrious special operations heritage by recognizing the achievements, service, and sacrifi ce of the individuals, units, and other special operations organizations that contributed to our legacy; and to recognize patriotic citizens who form our auxiliary.

By Staff Sgt. Brandon Shapiro 6th Air Mobility Wing Public Affairs

Airmen March 450 Miles To Honor Fallen

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WASHINGTON – The new Distinguished Warfare Medal recognizes the changing face of confl ict in the 21st century, said Juliet Beyler, the acting director of offi cer and enlisted personnel management in the Pentagon.

Beyler said in an interview that technological developments on the battlefi eld have changed the way service members fi ght.

“The services all came forward and said there are people … who are doing incredible things and we wanted the ability to recognize them for those things,” she said.

There are no existing awards that adequately recognize the contributions these service members make. Examples of the actions that would be recognized by the new medal include a service member who is involved in a cyber attack on a specifi c military target.

“That would be someone possibly who would be eligible for this award,” Beyler said.

Another possible recipient would be an unmanned aerial vehicle operator who takes out a specifi c military target. “Another example might be a service member who is orchestrating and moving troops on a battlefi eld, but perhaps, is not physically present, but does something that contributes in some extraordinary way to the battle,” Beyler said.

Each service secretary is going to develop the specifi c procedures for who is eligible to receive the award. The service member has to have direct hands-on employment in order to be eligible. Combatant commanders must certify the impacts of the action before the award is forwarded to the service secretary for approval. The service secretaries are the approving authorities and those authorities

cannot be delegated, Beyler said.“This is for direct impacts,” she said. “There

are other meritorious awards that recognize service over a period of time -- this [award] is intended to recognize specifi c impacts on the battlefi eld.”

The criteria for the award is akin to that of the Distinguished Flying Cross. “The Distinguished Flying Cross is for a single impact, a single incident, and the Distinguished Warfare [Medal] is designed to address a single incident,” she said.

The award’s precedence is what is making the award controversial. Many veterans’ service organizations object that the award will have a higher precedence than the Bronze Star Medal.

“The award is directly below the Distinguished Flying Cross,” Beyler said. “Awards for valor -- the Medal of Honor, the service Crosses and the Silver Star -- are all higher in precedence that the Distinguished Warfare Medal and will remain so.”

The vast majority of Bronze Star Medals are not awarded for valor, she said. Only 2.4 percent of Bronze Stars are given with a V device connoting a valor award. Depending on the service, the V-device can also be awarded with commendation medals.

The secretary of defense created the Distinguished Warfare Medal and can set the order of precedence.

Beyler said the award is retroactive to Sept. 11, 2001, and the service secretaries will detail how to recognize earlier acts.

By Jim GaramoneAmerican Forces Press Service

New Medal Recognizes Changing Face of Confl ict, Offi cial Says

3G Mobile Service fromDjibouti Telcom

CAMP LEMONNIER – Djibouti Telecom recently upgraded mobile services to 3rd Generation (3G) Technology. Many cellular users have received short text messages advertising this 3G upgrade, as well as the hyperlink to initiate the upgrade on your mobile device. Not so fast–this service is not authorized for use on government-issued mobile devices due to the excessive costs associated with service.

If you own a smart phone (e.g. Apple iPhone, Samsung Galaxy, Blackberry series), you may be able to utilize this service on your device, but please be attentive to the additional costs associated with this feature. First, your phone must be unlocked and be able to use the Djibouti Telecommunications SIM Card. You may purchase the SIM card and minutes in the following local locations: Casino’s Supermarket, and Chez Mom Electronics located in French Market. If you have additional questions or concerns, please contact ETC Andy Le or ET2 Brian Hughes in the Camp N6 Telephone Control Offi ce at 824-5071.

Celebrating

71 Years ofNavy Seabee

“Can Do” Spirit

5 March 2013

Happy 218th Birthday

U.S. Navy Supply Corps.

23 FEB 2013

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CAMP LEMONNIER – The President’s Volunteer Service Award program was developed as a way to thank and honor Americans who, by their demonstrated commitment and example, inspire others to engage in volunteer service (e.g. DECAN Wildlife Refuge, Boys and Girls Orphanage, English Discussion Group, etc).

There are three levels of community service: 100 hours earns a bronze award, 250 hours earns silver, and the gold award requires 500+ hours. The Lifetime

Achievement Award is for over 4,000 hours of c o m m u n i t y service during a lifetime. The bronze, silver, and

gold hours are accumulated yearly and reset to zero the beginning of each year.

The Presidential Volunteer Service Award is available to all personnel, civilian and military,

For a small fee the awardees can receive the following: an official President’s Volunteer Service Award lapel pin, a personalized certificate of achievement, and a congratulatory letter from the President of the United States.

This award can be obtained in parallel with the Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal (MOVSM). For more information contact ITC Patti Evans at 824-5366 or email patti.r.evans.mil@mail.mil to set up your account online and start tracking those hours. Visit http://www.presidentialserviceawards.gov/ for more info.

You and The President’s Volunteer Service Award

CAMP LEMONNIER – The Joint Senior Enlisted Council (JSEC) hosted the “Battle of the Branches” Military Fitness Challenge on Feb. 16. The event fostered competition between the four military branches. The overall trophy winner was Air Force, with a combined score of 69 from each of the nine events.

Battle ofthe Military Branches

CLDJ Official 10 week Physical Fitness Assessment

(PFA) Notification

Cycle 1 2013 PFA will commence 22 April and end 10 May, 2013

2012 Quality of Life Year in ReviewCAMP LEMONNIER, DJIBOUTI –

What a banner year it was for the quality of life here! Last year, there were a number of improvements that greatly enhanced quality of life around the Camp, with a positive influence on maintaining operational readiness and mission effectiveness.

The gymnasium now has free Wi-Fi, there is an air-conditioned tent by the Turf Field, and the exercise classes now include Cross-Fit, Yoga, and Abs classes for those patrons looking to tighten up those bodies.

To alleviate long lines in the Galley during breakfast, lunch, and dinner, the Joint Asset Movement Management System became operational in 2012. Now, instead of waiting to sign the food roster for each meal in the Galley, military and civilian personnel need only swipe their identification cards and proceed through one of two food lines. This improvement means that personnel are spending less time waiting to eat, and more time enjoying their meals.

Speaking of food, the old “Grab & Go” meal service in the galley, with an unappetizing menu, is now a thing of the past. Today, patrons can enjoy food from the “To Go” service if they choose not to sit and eat in the Galley. To date, approximately

1,000 diners daily utilize this service, which is approximately ten percent of the Galley’s daily meals served. The result is more people enjoying their food elsewhere around Camp, while easing the strain on the Galley staff.

The addition of an outdoor self-contained entertainment stage at 11-D North, means that patrons can enjoy outdoor movies under the stars, musical performances from visiting bands, and tailgating extravaganzas, such as the Super Bowl. Prior to this, patrons were forced to crowd into 11-D.

The Lemonnier Post, the Camp’s premier newsletter, has been a boost to morale in providing news and information articles about activities around the Camp. The news and information articles detail a host of activities that take place each week.

Finally, the opening of Subway Restaurant brought a little bit of home to men and women serving a long way from home. With the slogan of, “Eat Fresh,” many personnel are doing just that, judging from the crowds that throng the restaurant each day.

With all these exciting improvements occurring last year, 2013 promises to bring even greater changes to Camp Lemonnier. Stay tuned.