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Show Page 6 March 27, 1981 HILL TOP TIMES Editorials DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE OFFICEOFTHE CHIEFOF STAFF UNITED STATES AIR FORCE WASHINGTON, D.C. 20330 7 REPLY TO ATTN OF: cc SUBJECT: Air Force Professionalism TO: Mar 1981 Womeon slhoyldl lesnrni self deffeimse imietflhodls By SSgt. Herman I. Jackson Jr. 2849th Security Police Squadron Because all women and situations are different, there is no one way to protect herself in the event of an attack outlining vulnerable parts of the body and how to kick, hit, jab or use a weapon to injure the attacker. Active resistance requires that the victim's Basically, there are three alternative techniques: KARATE: This is the best martial It is designed to art for maim andor kill an attacker. Its goal is to incapacitate and then escape. Because karate is an art, it requires much practice and effort to become capacitate an attacker, so there will be only moments to escape. situation. ALMAJCOM-SOA-C- C self-protectio- 1. Recent weeks have brought a renewed sense of respect and appreciation among Americans for those who serve their country as members of the armed forces. This resurgence of national pride and patriotism should serve to remind us all that the Air Force is a unique institution and our people hold high ideals that set us apart from others. Ours is a profession based on common bonds of service to country, commitment to mission above self , and an abiding sense of duty, honor, and loyalty. History has proven that success in battle comes to those who unhesitatingly embrace these ideals, nurturing them with institutional pride and esprit de corps, and skillfully passing them on from seniors to juniors. n. proficient. Although an excellent it will not work means of when an attacker has all at times, i.e. , a gun to your head. Training is available in most cities through specialized schools. self-defens- e, ACTIVE RESISTANCE: This is forceful reaction be immediate. Seldom will such resistance in- PASSIVE RESISTANCE: This philosophy is to give the victim a method of which, if it fails, will not cause physical harm. Its philosophy is that the attacker is a violent, dangerous person who will meet resistance with violence and injury to the victim. The goal of this technique is to think and talk your way out of the situation. Advocates of passive resistance believe that under no circumstances should a victim do anything that might endanger personal safety unless it is believed the attacker is going to kill. The method teaches you to remain calm and use your head. Passive resistance, like other methods of self protection, will not work all the self-defen- se cornerstones of our profession. Ensuring that all of our people adhere to the highest standards of personal discipline, appearance, and performance is an important first step toward that objective. not an art form and can be learned relatively quickly; It is designed to distract or temporarily injure an attacker, not to incapacitate. The technique's purpose is to react immediately to startle or surprise the resistance inActive attacker. volves use of any weapon which is available (hairspray, nail file, pins, keys)-- as well as a defense course I continue to take great pride in the deep personal commitment our people make to the preservation of those ideals which have made our Air Force second to none. Our future is bright. Let's take this opportunity to rekindle our spirit and renew our dedication to the enduring ideals of our profession. Qualify of life oraitictfives high odd AF priority lisvs 2. I believe now is the time to strengthen our dedication to these ideals. Each officer and noncommissioned officer must live by them, in word and deed, so that those who follow in our footsteps may understand their importance and learn to cherish their place as 3. LEW ALLEN, JR., General, USAF Chief of Staff , Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Lew Allen Jr. has put quality of life initiatives high on the list of Air Force priorities once again. In recent testimony on the Fiscal Year 81 budget before the Senate Armed Services Committee, General Allen included personnel and quality of life items near the top of his list of programs requiring increased funding. Police blotter On base d r i n king , hefft s h ig h I i g hfed Jr. -- By SSgt. Herman I. Jackson 2849th Security Police Squadron Theft of property, DUI on and off base, driving on revoation, assault and possession of controlled substance highlighted last week's activities for police. Police made a traffic stop on a civilian employee for speeding. Investigation revealed that he was on state revocation. He was given a court date. An airman was stopped for speeding and his state license was revoked. A report will be forwarded to his commander. Another airman reported he had been assaulted in the parking lot of dormitory 523. The attacker was apprehended after throwing a bottle at the victim's car resulting in damage. The attacker was given a breathalyzer test with results of .09 after being suspected of drinking.There were two reports of theft of government parkas from building 40. and dormitory 523. An NCO reported his watch and a ring were missing from his room in dormitory 523 An airman reported $150 was stolen from a desk drawer in building 5. An NCO was arrested off base by Clearfield police for possession of a controlled substance. Bail was set at $100. A military member was arrested by the Utah Highway Patrol in Clearfield for DUI. Breathalyzer test was given with results of .22 . Bail was set at $300. - an Police stopped a vehicle operated by NCO for possible DUI. A breathalyzer test was conducted with results of .24 . A civilian employee was stopped for possible DUI. Breathalyzer test results were .19 . He was given a court date with the U.S. Magistrate. An NCO reported that .another vehicle had struck his car which was parked in the parking lot of dormitory 517. The other vehicle then departed time. For more detailed information about self - protection contact the Security Police Crime Prevention Section, Ext. 5534. The general testified that the Air Force requires additions of $5 billion and $12 billion, respectively, to the Carter Administration's proposed FY 81 supplemental and FY 82 budgets. Within these totals, he included quality of life initiatives designed to sustain the positive effect of recent gains in compensation. The chief said that most important among these are funds to fully restore pay comparability; to enhance permanent change of station entitlements (Continental United States junior enlisted travel, per, diem increases, household goods , weight allowance increases); improved special and incentive pays; dental care for military dependents; and improvements in the CHAMPUS program. He also said the Air Force has a high priority need for an improved GI Bill. Other funding priorities enumerated by General Allen were: 125-4- , REMINDER: paragraph 26 b states: Only those privately owned vehicles displaying fllghtline dsc&ls are authorized on the Force modernization programs, including restoration of desired FY 82 and production for the KC-1more efficient production rates ; long-leaand for the funding for increased buys of the and a provision to expeditiously e develop and procure a strategic .aircraft and anti satellite flightline. capability. the area without stopping. 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