Serving the Soldiers, Civilians and Families of 2nd BCT, 4th Inf. Div. Issue 34 Nov.

11, 2010

3-16 Soldiers among the first to field EQ-36

Story and photo by CW2 Larry C. Johnson
3rd Battalion, 16th Field Artillery Regiment
Soldiers from Headquarters and
Headquarters Battery, 3rd Battalion, 16th
Field Artillery Regiment, 2nd Brigade
Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division became
one of the first Army units to field the
Enhanced AN/TPQ-36 (EQ-36) counterfire
target acquisition radar. The new EQ-36
radar system will provide the Warhorse
Brigade with enhanced force protection and
operational capabilities to fulfill its mission.
The EQ-36 has the capability to detect,
classify, track and determine the location
of enemy indirect fire – significant current
threats from mortars, artillery and rockets
– in either 90 degree or 360 degree modes.
Prior to every EQ-36 delivery, each system
rigorously undergoes live-fire testing at Yuma
Proving Ground, Ariz. These new systems
will eventually replace legacy TPQ-36 and
TPQ-37 medium range radars now in the
Army’s inventory. operations to achieve assigned objectives
The Thunder Pride Battalion recently while employing the EQ-36.
conducted new equipment training for
its Soldiers to familiarize them with the
operations of the two new, modern radar
systems the battalion received. Soldiers with
the MOS of 13R (Firefinder Operator) &
94M (Firefinder Repairer) are the primary
operators of the EQ-36 with a 131A (Field
Artillery Targeting Technician) to supervise
and maintain the systems.
“This new radar system has major
improvements from the legacy TPQ-36
& TPQ-37 Firefinder Radars,” said Spc.
Brandon Myrmel, HHB, 3rd Bn. 16th FA
Reg., firefinder repairer. “The technology
in these systems is current with the path
the Army is leaning toward for combat
operations.”
3rd Bn., 16th FA Reg. can deploy anywhere
Target Acquisition Platoon, Headquarters and Headquarters Bat-
in the world, synchronize and provide fires in tery, 3rd Battalion, 16th Field Artillery Regiment takes a group
support of sustained, decisive full spectrum photo in front of EQ-36 Radar during New Equipment Training.

Commander’s Column more. I have stressed to each of

Lt. Col. Patrick Stevenson, commander
2nd Special Troops Battalion
As we near the holiday season,
I would ask all of us to take
inventory of what we have done
this past year and look forward
to what we want to accomplish
next year. As a Battalion we have
executed along all lines of effort
from firing our weapons systems
on ranges, providing enabler
support to the BDE, and volun-
teering for community service
projects.
We have accomplished more
this year as a battalion than
imagined. As we look forward
to next year we will no doubt do
you in our formation that we will
push ourselves hard in the com-
ing months as we prepare for our
upcoming deployment. I expect
our battalion to continue to lead
from the front.
The holiday season also means
making good decisions both
on and off duty. LONESTAR
Soldiers must make the right
decision when nobody is looking.
During this season of celebra-
tions and Family we must ensure
we do not let ourselves or our
battle buddies make bad deci-
sions. Safety does not stop in the
field or the motor pool, safety
must be considered in everything
we do.
If you are out of town
during the max leave period
remember you are an ambas-
sador for the Army and your
unit. We know that when we
are deployed the local popu-
lace views us as ambassadors
for our nation and our actions
can have global effects. There
is no difference while we are
at home station. Your family
and this nation views each of
us as heroes and your actions
good and bad have an impact
in our communities. Remain
vigilant and do what is right.
During this holiday season we
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Rough Riders use ACUs as floation devices

Story and photo by Spc. Jilasia Debaugh ing was given by the certified drown proof With the demonstrator present, the instruc-
204th Brigade Support Battalion instructor. Soldiers then took a lap in the pool, tors began to describe the methods Soldiers
Company B, 204th Brigade Support Bat- which allowed them to get a feel for swim- could use to stay afloat. Each Soldier jumped
talion, recently participated in an hour and ming in their uniforms. The Black Knights off the diving board with intent to trap air
a half block of basic instruction on how to in their ACU top, while following the guid-
survive in a water immersion situation as part ance of instructors. Once this technique was
of sergeant’s time training. The class was given accomplished, Soldiers were then directed to
at the indoor swimming pool located on Fort the center of the pool to learn how to use their
Carson at Building 1446. ACU bottom’s as a flotation device. Soldiers
The purpose of the class was to instruct were then notified to remove their ACU bot-
Soldiers on the various methods of using their toms so they could be trained on the multiple
ACUs and gear to stay afloat for an extended ways to fill the pants with air.
period of time. By participating in this class, The Black Knights successfully completed
the Black Knights have taken another step their drown proofing class. The class was
towards preparation for preventing situations concluded with a ruck march back to the
that may arise during the future deploy- company where an After Action Review
ment. was conducted by Staff Sgt. Cook. Drown
They were given an opportunity to experi- proof class was an exciting change of pace to
ence what it’s like to tread water and become the normal work day. This gave the unit an
submerged ACUs. exercise in which camaraderie and unit cohe-
Week three sergeant’s time training began sion played a part as they cheered each fellow
with a company ruck march from the 204th quickly found that swimming in ACU’s was Soldier in getting to the end of the pool. With
BSB formation area to the Indoor Swimming a greater challenge than they had realized. this and future training, Bravo company is on
Pool. Once the Soldiers arrived they began to Most of the Soldiers in Company B had never the right track to success for unit readiness of
prepare for the class. A water safety brief- been through a drown proofing class. any upcoming assignments.

Holiday safety
Message provided by Ed Keeser, Safety Officer
2nd Brigade Combat Team
From now until New Year’s Day there are all
sorts of thing to celebrate. Unfortunately, food,
driving and alcohol can present various dangers
that can be avoided. A few common-sense precau-
tions can help keep your holidays safe and happy.
You’ll often hear food safety experts repeat the
adage, “Keep hot foods hot and cold foods cold.”
The reason for this is because bacteria thrive at
temperatures between 40 degrees Fahrenheit and
140 F, which is known as the danger zone for food
safety. Therefore, cold
foods need to be held at 40
F or below and hot foods
need to be served immedi-
ately or held at 140 F or above.
If you aren’t sure that food has been prepared,
served or stored safely discard it. If food has been
improperly handled even proper cooking cannot
make it safe. Never taste food to see if it is safe to
eat because contaminated food can look, smell
and taste perfectly normal. Even a small amount
of contaminated food can make you ill and put a
damper on your holiday fun.
When driving to visit friends and family
check the weather forecast for your destination.
If temperatures are near freezing always expect
black ice. Remember, bridges and over passes
freeze up before and remain frozen longer than
other road surfaces. Also, don’t forget those shaded
areas of road. They can and do hold treacherous
ice patches. Once on an icy section don’t acceler-
ate, brake, gear down or make sudden changes in
steering direction. Keep a safe distance from other
vehicles. Finally, the best advice for driving is slow
down and drive with care. Driving too fast allows
you less time to react and reduces your chances of
recovering from a mistake.
Some of the best things about the holidays are
all the celebrations. If you are the host of a holiday
gathering be sure there are non-alcoholic beverages
available for guests who are driving. Also, have
plenty of hors d’oeuvres for guests. Mini sandwich-
es, breaded foods and cheeses are filling and will
slow down the consumption of alcoholic beverages.
Monitor guests for slurred speech, staggering gaits
and other signs of intoxication. Have a back-up
plans that include sober volunteer drivers, taxis or
sleeping arrangements. Under no circumstances
should a person be allowed to drive following the
consumption of alcohol.
Following these simple safety tips and using
common-sense will ensure that everyone returns
successfully from the holidays.
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must take advantage of time with our
Family and friends to enrich ourselves
spiritually, mentally, and physically.
Be safe and enjoy this holiday season.
LONESTAR!

Warhorse Pride
Col. John S. Kolasheski..................2nd BCT Commander
Command Sgt. Maj. Ralph Delosa............2nd BCT CSM
Maj. Kevin Toner...............................................2nd BCT PAO
Spc. April York........................................Layout and Design
Sgt. Seth Barham............................................................Editor
Sgt. Ruth Pagan...............................................................Editor
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