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[5] 7th Sustainment Brigade volunteers refurbish desks for Iraqi children
 Within the past month, one hundred-forty desks have been measured, rebuilt, painted and stored for delivery. Capt. Damon Saxton, chaplain of the 7th Sust. Bde.’s Special troops Battalion, provided a three-man detail but also solicited for help over Contingency Operating Base Adder’s Internet home page. Saxton said the desks would not have been produced so quickly without the volunteers.
(10/12/08)
[5] Hoosier Guardsmen receive Purple Hearts, Combat Action Badges
 Members of the 76th Infantry Brigade Combat Team personnel security detail received the Purple Heart Medal and Combat Action Badge during a ceremony at the 3rd Sustainment Command (Expeditionary) headquarters at Joint Base Balad, Oct. 1, 2008.
(10/11/08)
[5] Hoosier Guardsmen receive Purple Hearts, Combat Action Badges
Members of the 76th Infantry Brigade Combat Team personnel security detail received the Purple Heart Medal and Combat Action Badge during a ceremony at the 3d Sustainment Command (Expeditionary) headquarters at Joint Base Balad, Oct. 1, 2008.
(10/11/08)
[2] Iraqi-based Industrial Zone opens two new facilities in Balad
 “There’s an excitement here… and that’s exactly what we need.”
(10/11/08)
[8] First sergeant, father-in-law work together in Iraq
 For one first sergeant, whose father-in-law is a sergeant in his company, this deployment to Iraq is a family affair.
(10/10/08)
[8] Habur Gate medics treat burned Iraqi boy, spread goodwill
Medics from Logistical Task Force Alpha, 16th Special Troops Battalion, 16th Sustainment Brigade, treated an Iraqi child who had suffered second-degree burns to his chest and abdominal area, at the aid station Oct. 6, 2008.
(10/10/08)
[5] Volleyball challenge
 The challenge was issued, they both agreed to the terms, and each team showed up at the “Durable” volleyball court the afternoon of Oct. 5, 2008 ready to win. The 1st Sustainment Brigade’s “SPO Nation” team, led by Sgt. Major Steven "Roll like thunder and strike like lightning" Kramer, a Sheboygan Falls, Wis., native, faced off with the 1st Squadron, 152nd Cavalry Regiment team, led by Maj. Todd Baker, a resident of Salem, Ind.
(10/10/08)
[5] 1038th Horizontal Construction Company Soldiers, Now Troop the Trainer
 In the past few weeks, the 1038th Horizontal Construction Company Soldiers have been busy training new Soldiers. Not just any Soldiers through, Ugandan soldiers.
(10/10/08)
[5] 553rd Combat Sustainment Support Battalion Assumes Control of Camp Liberty Supply Support Activity
 The Camp Liberty Supply Support Activity is the premier multi-class supply warehouse for Victory Base Complex in Baghdad, Iraq, and plays a critical role in the war in Iraq.
(10/10/08)
[4] Living the American dream
Between 1892 and 1954, more than 12 million people came to the United States through Ellis Island in pursuit of the American dream, hoping to find a better life in the land of opportunity.
(10/9/08)
[8] Q-West ‘Souq’ opens dialogue between Army, provincial leaders
 As local Iraqis hawked their rugs, decorative glasses and garb from tents and tables, area sheiks, municipal leaders, Iraqi police officials, Iraqi army leaders and others from the Ninawa province met with Q-West military leaders and U.S. State Department Provincial Reconstruction Team officials at a “souq” Oct. 4, 2008.
(10/9/08)
[4] Training puts versatile mechanics in the driver’s seat
 Mechanics from the 377th Heavy Equipment Transportation Company, 165th CSSB, 1st Sustainment Brigade, work around the clock to keep the company’s fleet of Heavy Equipment Transport systems well maintained. Yet due to a recent increase in the need for vehicle drivers, some of these mechanics have been asked to step up to fill the slots.
(10/9/08)
[1] A Traveler’s Log to Tallil, Iraq
If you are ever given the opportunity to see the beginning of civilization, the great Ziggurat, a royal palace and tombs from 2600 B.C., and the boyhood home of the prophet Abraham, you should say, “Book me on the next flight!”
(10/8/08)
[5] Iraqi Army logisticians, U.S. Sustainers participate in 5th Iraqi Army logistics conference
 Iraqi army logisticians and their coalition partners gathered today in a first 5th Iraqi Army logistics conference in Kirkush, Iraq.
(10/8/08)
[5] Servicem embers boost morale with Army 10 miler
 The 20th Quartermaster Company hosted a deployed version of the Army 10 miler on Joint Base Balad Oct. 5, 2008.
(10/7/08)
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[5] 10.15.2008
-Riley's 1st Sus. Bde. helps Iraq's General Truck Regiment start their engines -Fort Eustis's 7th Sus. Bde. rebuilds desk for local Iraqi schools -Fort Campbell Artillerymen help spread security progress and soccer fun at the same time!
-ESC leaders participate in 5th Iraqi Army logistics conference -Alaska's 17th CSSB heads home -Fort Knox ESC Soldier promoted by brother and fellow Sustainer -Coalition Forces - Iraqi leaders converge on Joint Base Balad for economic progres...
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[5] 10.06.2008
7th SB, Iraqi government open water purification facility; CAT 621 transforms abandoned building into health clinic for Iraqis; Property accountability: you make the cho...
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[8] 10.01.2008
Country music star Trace Adkins performs for QWest Soldiers; POSH. What does this acronym stand for?; THINK Weapons Safety; Battalion holds final NCO Induction ceremony in Iraq; The Comparison Trap; Get some ‘shut-eye’; New USAREUR commanding general visits Q-West; A Soldier’s support obligations for separated family members; Q-West leaders promote opportunity and self-reliance for local Iraqis; Q-West Mechanics get first crack at new MRAPs; September Reenlistments; Married in Iraq: A look into the lives of married Soldiers living together; Puerto Rican Soldiers ‘Parranda’ at Hispanic Heritage Month; 16th Sustainment Brigade unveils new family room; 16th SB medics strengthen US, Iraq relationship at local medical clini...
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[5] 10.01.2008
168th Brigade Support Battalion holds non-commissioned officer induction ceremony; 3d ESC staff judge advocate places 2nd in Rising Star; Lighting ‘em...
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[5] 09.24.2008
3d ESC’s 76th IBCT units prepare for transition; 13th CSSB transfers authority to 259th CSSB; Secretary of the Army visits 3rd ESC and Joint Base Balad; 16th SB medics strengthen US, Iraq relationship at local cli...
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[5] 09.17.2008
3d ESC makes voting ‘too easy’; Shoulder to shoulder, suicide can be prevented; Q-West leaders promote economic opportunity, self-reliance for Iraqis; Ruff and tuff news flash: Our eye in the ...
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[1] 09.17.2008
3d ESC makes voting ‘too easy’; Shoulder to shoulder, suicide can be prevented; Q-West leaders promote economic opportunity, self-reliance for Iraqis; Bridging the gap; Ruff and tuff news flash: Our eye in the sky; Black Hawk Wingman; Multifaceted maintenance Soldier keeps water flowing to Q-West; Watchful eye; 3d Sustainment Command (Expeditionary) sponsors Patriot Day 5K run/walk; God’s Grounds Coffee House opens its doors on COB Adder; Matt Roloff, Star of “Little People, Big World” visit service members at COB Adder; 76th Infantry Brigade Combat Team Soldiers earn U.S. Citizenshipin Iraq during mass ceremony; Balad airlifters complete 25,000th combat sortie; Servicemembers hit the court for floor hoc...
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[5] 09.10.2008
Joint Base Balad releases medical MRAPs, Hurricane Gustav brings back memories of Katrina for N.O. native, 7th Sustainment Brigade, Business
Workshop For Local Iraqi Businessmen;Taming steeds of iron; Iraqis put proud face on budding businesses at Joint Base Balad; Ramadan a time for fasting, prayer; Airmen plan family reunion in Iraq; Emergency Response Brigade conducts shooting exercises; Soldiers receive assignment incentive pay; ‘Scouts’ tack on combat patches in Iraq; 7,000 mile salute; CSM Tennant provides guidance, gains knowledge; Two new MRAPS delivered to 13th CSSB; 164th MP Company returns
control back to Iraqi Police; Shoulder to shoulder: No Soldier stands alone; Show them the money; They’re no damsels in distress: Medics from 2nd Stryker
Cavalry Regiment help reshape the battlefield; Staying ready; Servicemembers
wrap it ...
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[5] 09.03.2008
Iraqi Army teams up with 2-320th FAR for a safer Iraq; Generator mechanics
keep systems ready; Balad warfighters unleash new weapon against mobile insurgent targets; LTAT 55 makes great gains at KMTB; Iraqi Army VIPs visit 536th Maintenance Company; FOB in a box; Iraqi Soldiers graduate leadership course; 12th CAB Family members do their part; Taji level III wheeled vehicle maintenance
facility celebrates early progress; 3d ESC opens American Legion National Convention; Airman plays a traditional tune; Servicemembers celebrate women’s right to vote; Q-West celebrates Women’s Equality Day; Avant brings the power of love; Joint Base Balad flag football lea...
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[1] 08.27.2008
Resupply from the sky; Engineers work to rebuild, improve Iraq; 2nd/402nd AFSB has change of command; MQ-9 Reaper drops 1st bomb on anti-Iraqi forces; There’s Voodoo in the air; ‘Kips Bay’ air assault brings security to Al Betra; IA, U.S. engineers work together to rebuild Iraq; ‘Kips Bay’ air assault brings security to Al Betra; Formerly deaf signal Soldier reenlists in Iraq; Iraqi Army medical and dental clinic keeps Soldiers smiling; 536th Maintenance Company keeps vehicles rolling; Look out below; Should I stay or should I go?; Airman joins Soldiers in
real-life ‘CSI: Iraq’; Right shoulder no longer bare for support; Not just another convoy; 2008 Olympics: Army instructor holds off co-record holder in sudden dea...
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[5] 08.20.2008
Canal pump team keeps water, good relations flowing with Iraqi villagers; MPs, civilian donate wheelchairs to Iraqi children; Women’s Equality Day: Women’s right to vote; Soldiers to compete for Sgt. Audie Murphy Board; $1 headset fix improves Predator mission; Taji Level III Wheeled Maintenance Facility cranks it up; Food from the sky; Water purification unit from Good Water, Ala., makes good water; Grand opening; Communications, electronics shop services throughout Taji; Camp Taji’s first Areef “Sergeant” Graduation; IA increase communications capabilities throughout Iraq; ‘Heart of the Rock’ transfers authority to 16th Sustainment Brigade; 2-12th Soldier is 777th EAS’ 200,000th passenger; Powers of attorney: general vs. special; MPs, chaplain, civilian donate wheelchairs to local Iraqi children; 3rd Sustainment Brigade kept troops prepped for mission; Durable house of p...
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[5] 08.06.2008
From logistics specialist To fire support;371st assumes logistics role;Commander maps careful route for gun crew’s return;I-Corps visits JBB,Blackjack’s a big bonus for JBB,Dust Devils complete combat tour Task Force “Voodoo” takes on
aviation missions for MNC-I,Therapists help Iraqi patients gain independence,Airmen learn hazmat skills,Maintenance & National Guard runs in Family, Basra Transformed by Iraqi Army’s
Operation Charge of The Knights,Iraqi females stepping
forward to ensure security at check points, Signs of success in the Balad area, Soldier continues Jujitsu training while in Iraq, Testing the wate...
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[5] 07.23.2008
3d ESC Soldiers earn combat patch; MCT learns to serve battlespace; Conserving water is a must; Soldiers pull towerguard to keep the base safe from insurgen...
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[5] 07.30.2008
Coalition Forces help make life ‘Minty-Fresh’ for Iraqi children; Private trucking companies improve Iraqi economy; UXO kills Sold...
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[5] 07.16.2008
3rd SB leaders get neighborly with locals; 553rd Soldiers recieve combat patch; Iraqi, U.S. engineers partner for the long haul; How to make it through Customs smoot...
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[5] 07.09.2008
332 AEW welcomes new commander, ISOF and ISF continue clean up of Amarah, Trebil Mission: Part Three, Mother, daughter reunite downrange, IA Soldiers search for weapons cache in Amarah, Remembering Tuskegee Air...
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 [2] 76th Brigade Soldiers Visit Local Village
B-roll of Indiana National Guard Soldiers visiting a local village outside of COB Q-West, dropping off toys and candy to local Iraqi children. (10/12/08)
 [2] Lt. Col. Wolfley Speaks to Pike High School
B-roll of Lt. Col. Wolfley giving remarks. Scenes include speaking to family members and students attending Pike High School. (10/10/08)
 [1] 356th Quartermaster Company
Package of a supply warehouse where parts are processed and shipped out to units who need them. Produced by Staff Sgt. Jessica Wilson. (10/9/08)
 [1] FRP Warehouse
B-roll of a supply warehouse where parts are processed and shipped out to units who need them. Scenes include parts being processed and shipped. Produced by Staff Sgt. Jessica Wilson. (10/8/08)
 [1] Col. Provancha
Talks to a KNSD-TV reporter from San Diego, Calif. about her duties and responsibilities while deployed in Iraq. (10/8/08)
 [1] Col. Provancha
Talks to a Washington Post reporter in Washington, D.C., about the troops under her command, her area of operations, the type of up-armored vehicles used in her unit and what it's like being a woman in combat. (10/8/08)
 [1] Col. Ross
Talks to a Pentagon Channel reporter about the amount of trucks are in his command, the safety issues in convoys, managing with the convoys and the Soldiers working with them, what will happen to the trucks when the Army leaves Iraq, how the roads are compared to years past, attitudes of the Soldiers and how he helps Soldiers families with deployments. (10/8/08)
 [1] Col. Provancha
Talks to a KNSD-TV reporter in San Diego, Calif., about the troops under her command, her area of operations, the type of up-armored vehicles used in her unit and what it's like being a woman in combat. (10/8/08)
 [2] Iraq's Economic Future
Package about two new facilities for the Iraqi Based Industrial Zone Project (IBIZ) celebrating their grand opening. Produced by Sgt. Kirk Wilson (10/8/08)
 [2] Iraqi Service Center
B-roll of interviews with Ghalib Abed Assa'at and Chief Warrant Officer Michael Cobb discussing about how much the Iraqi people want to work with and learn from Americans, and views of Iraqi workers changing oil on a vehicle. Produced by Aaron Strader (10/8/08)
 [2] Sgt. 1st Class Webb
Talks to WHTI reporter in Terre Haute, Ind., about the opening of a new asphalt plant in Baghdad, the significance of the new plant and his specific duty. (10/7/08)
 [2] Coalition Forces Interviews About IBIZ at JBB
B-roll of interviews with coalition forces about the Iraqi Based Industrial Zone (IBIZ) at Joint Base Balad (JBB) providing jobs to Iraqis to help the economy and counter insurgent activities. Scenes include interviews with various contributors to IBIZ. (10/7/08)
 [2] Iraqi Interviews About IBIZ at JBB
B-roll of interviews with Iraqi forces about the Iraqi Based Industrial Zone (IBIZ) at Joint Base Balad (JBB) providing jobs fori Iraqis to help the economy and counter insurgent activities. Scenes include interviews with various contributors to IBIZ. (10/7/08)
 [2] IBIZ Looking to the Future of Iraq
B-roll of several Iraqi Based Industrial Zone (IBIZ) events taking place at Joint Base Balad (JBB) providing jobs for Iraqis to help the economy and counter insurgent activities. Scenes include ceremonies and a meet and greet for visitors who attended the event. (10/7/08)
 [1] Balad and Beyond - Oct. 6, Part 1
This edition features stories on 20th Engineer Brigade preparing to leave Iraq after completing their tour and their Transfer of Authority Ceremony with the 555th Engineer Brigade, the Iraqi Army assuming authority over the Joint Operations Center, security measures taken at Iraq's only deep-water port, a tour of the construction site of a children's hospital, and Soldiers rebuilding a school with local Iraqis. Hosted by Sgt. Geno Gardner. Part 1 of 2 (10/6/08)
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[1] Col. Ross
Talks to a Star Dust Radio reporter about his four deployments, his duties as a commander for the 330 Transportation Battalion, keeping track of the thousands of trucks that are on the roads nightly, all the supplies the trucks carry including mail, sustainment and movement in theater, convoys and how they deal with break-downs of the vehicles, working with Iraqi national distribution projects, coordinating all of the projects, people and vehicles, tracking the maintenance on vehicles, the size of the fleet, speaks about his family and dealing with multiple deployments and thanks everyone for their support. Audio only.
[1] Col. Provancha
Talks to a USA Radio reporter about her command's mission to manage, command, control oversee all sustainment forces and logistics support to U.S. and coalition forces in Iraq, securing the mail system and how that helps absentee ballots for military personnel, where the ballots are turned over to civilian mail, how it's distributed and encouraging the troops to vote. Audio only.
[5] Weekly 3rd ESC
This week, 1SG James Tibbs from Corydon Indiana talks to Greg and Hollie about training Iraqi Army mechanics and his unit's partnership with them.
[3] Lonestar at Fort Dix
Package about the band Lonestar preforming at Fort Dix.
[5] Weekly 3rd ESC
This week, the 3rd ESC Deputy Commander, Col. Reeves talks to Greg and Hollie about training current ESC operations, voting, and the unit's R&R program.
[5] Weekly 3rd ESC
This week, Chaplain Harrision. 3rd ESC Command Chaplain discusses spiritual fitness, 9-11 ceremonies, and Soldier morale.
[5] Sustainer Minute for the week ending Sept 14, 2008
Summary of news from the 3rd ESC for the week of Sept. 7-14, 2008. Host is Sgt. 1st Class Dave McClain
[5] Weekly 3rd ESC
This week, Greg and Hollie talk to Major Dave Waddell of the 3rd ESC Support Operations Branch about voting assistance, ESC operations, and his family in Kentucky.
[5] Col. Provancha WQXE 98.3 Radio Interview
Col. Cheri Provancha conducts radio interview with Elizabethtown, KY radio hosts Greg and Hollie on FM 98.3 WQXE "Quicksie." Col. Provancha, a San Diego, CA native is the highest ranking female in the 3rd Sustainment Command and currently serves as the Support Operaitons Officer. She discusses Women's Equality Day, voting in Iraq and unit news for families at Ft. Knox.
[5] Sustainer Minute for the week ending Aug. 24, 2008
Summary of news from Fort Knox's 3rd ESC for the week Aug. 18-24, 2008 Host is Sgt. 1st Class Dave McClain.
[5] Sustainer Minute for the week ending Aug 31, 2008
Summary of news from the 3rd ESC for the week Aug. 25-31, 2008 Host is Spec. Michael Behlin
[1] Maj. Muetz
Sends a greeting to the Heartland Fireworks Festival in Fort Knox, Kentucky.
[1] Sgt. 1st Class Terry
Sends a greeting to the Heartland Fireworks Festival in Fort Knox, Kentucky.
[1] Capt. Costa
Sends a greeting to the Heartland Fireworks Festival in Fort Knox, Kentucky.
[1] Sgt. 1st Class Westerberg
Sends a greeting to the Heartland Fireworks Festival in Fort Knox, Kentucky.
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