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Show r NEWS n n k jCyrdls gov r n n o WASHINGTON (AFNS)-- As American troops began a rapid withdrawal from Southern Iraq, President Bush ordered thousands more into the northern part of that war-tornation 16 to set April up refugee camps for thousands of Iraq's homeless Kurdish o .April 26, 1991 The United States and other coalition forces had previously set up forward humanitarian support bases in Turkey. As of April 16, the allies had flown nearly 200 missions and air- n military commands around the world. No figures have been given for the number of troops expected to support the refugee camp construction project, but between 5,000 and 10,000 service members may be involved. The operation is not expected to decitizens. lay the planned redeployment of most The decision to place U.S. soldiers in of the Operation Desert Storm forces the region came following reports that from the Persian Gulf, Pentagon Iraqi soldiers loyal to president Sad- spokesman Pete Williams said. dam Hussein were brutalizing fleeing As the president announced the Kurds who had been displaced follow- troop movement on national television ing the gulf war. Estimates now indi- April 16, Defense Secretary Dick cate that as many as 1,000 people are Cheney signed the order directing mildying each day from malnutrition, dis- itary commanders to begin establishease and exposure. ing the camps inside Iraqi territory. In addition to the American The U.S. European Command will direct the establishment of the relief presence now in Turkey, the presidential order will require the deployment centers which will be surrounded by of additional troops from American satellite camps. n dropped nearly 1,350 tons of relief supplies in Operation Provide Comfort, which began April 7. to the refugees Supplies include food, water, tents, blankets, clothing, sleeping bags and baby food. Expanding on these relief operations, U.S. troops will set up camps along the border between Turkey and Iraq where supplies for the refugees can be made readily available in large air-dropp- quantities. Using aerial photographs, reconnaissance teams are identifying potential camp sites and within several days, ground troops will survey the sites. They will look for those locations which best combine access to roads, water and drainage. Once a camp site is selected, military construction units will set up- - camps while others develop supply lines using helicopters and available road and rail lines. F-1- 6 staff. Quick reactionary force will be standing outside Iraq to respond to any threat against the relief efforts. "We're looking at infantry forces that would come from both EUCOM and from the (Marine Corps) amphibious ready group that is currently at Iskenderun u II 1 f (Turkey)," General Brandtner said. "They're moving in. Their intent is just to provide security and be prepared to execute missions that the unified commander may assign." Medical teams will also be on hand to provide basic medical care and civil affairs people will help Kurdish refugees and international units work together. Gabby Gourmet appears at Hill Fred Wix, the Gabby Gourmet, will be make an appearance at Hill AFB May 7, in connection with grounds. Military Spouse Appreciation Day. Mr. Wix, known for his cooking demonstrations The theme for this year's activities is patriotism, with a focus on support provided by each agency for on KUTV Channel 2, will make his appearance at the Thornton Community Center, Bldg. 460, at operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm. of 11:30 a.m., with a live broadcast. available is still room in the concourse There The event is free, and a light lunch will be served. the Golden Spike Arena, and outside as well, for orIt is open to all military spouses, but tickets are ganizations wishing to put up a display. Those wishing to set up a display should call limited and are mandatory. Tickets can be obtained from unit commanders or first sergeants. Door MSgt. Ken McClure at Ext. 79964 or 72710. prizes will be also given out. Public Service Recognition Week activities are being held on May 4 at the Weber County Fair- six-minu- te SEMI-ANNU- f F-1- 5 .11 Public Service Recognition Veek set A Hill sergeant recently lost his life in an automobile accident near Mountain Green in Morgan County. Sgt. Alan Mclntire, of the 2892nd Distribution Squadron, was killed April 2. The sergeant apparently lost control of his compact car, clipped a concrete barrier and struck a power pole, which caused his car to burst into flames, according to Morgan County Sherrif Bert Holbrook. Sergeant Mclntire was westbound on Highway 167 when the accident occurred, the sherrif said. 5 To date, there has been no Iraqi interference with the relief effort, Mr. Williams said. Security for camps and supply lines is being provided by American ground and air units. Air Force and fighters will be used to provide combat air patrols throughout the operations, said Marine Corps Lt. Gen. 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