KFOR CHRONICLE. The KFOR Magazine for KFOR Soldiers November 2015 GENDER CONFERENCE

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1 KFOR CHRONICLE The KFOR Magazine for KFOR Soldiers November 2015 OR Mag November 2015 SILVER SABRE EXERCISE GENDER CONFERENCE

2 CONTENT 5th November 2015 Medal Parade at Camp Film City in Pristina CULTURAL 23 KFOR French Commemoration HUNGARIAN National Day GENDER CONFERENCE 15th Anniversary of UNSCR 1325 MSU 5KM Charity Run JLSG LOGREP User Course CORNER Kosovo Museum 21 PROFILES Jose Gouveia Rui Gouveia KFOR RADIO 90.2 FM and 96.6 FM 12 KFOR PICTURE 22 EXERCISE Silver Sabre REMEMBERANCE SERVICE KFOR Hosts Annual Rememberance Service HQ A Visual Overview SLOVENIAN Change of Command Ceremony MEDAL PARADE NATO Balkans Medal OF THE MONTH Your Chance to be a Part of it! SUDOKU An Activity for the Brain 2 KFOR CHRONICLE 11/2015

3 FRENCH COMMEMORATION KFOR CHRONICLE 11/2015 3

4 EXERCISE SILVER SABRE EXERCISE SILVER SABRE Training and exercises are routine military activities for KFOR troops. Annually, KFOR uses exercises to train and improve the capabilities of its units. Exercise Silver Sabre was the largest exercise conducted by KFOR this year. It was a three day exercise that started on 18th November and finished on 20th November. Its primary focus was to enhance KFOR s ability to maintain the readiness of troops and increase operational flexibility by building upon the individual Crowd and Riot Control (CRC) training completed at unit level. Another key objective was the harmonization of techniques, tactics and procedures between the Kosovo Police (KP), the European Union Rule of Law Mission in Kosovo (EULEX) and KFOR. Robust and realistic training is an essential activity for KFOR, so that it is ready to deploy as 3rd responder to deal with any operational situation. On the morning of the 18th November commanders and key staff of KP, EULEX, KFOR and observers including KSF commenced a table-top exercise/ vignette discussion in the Hollywood Centre at Camp Film City. The problems posed to participants challenged them to deal with complex realistic problems, which were caused by a fictitious natural disaster. One of the main operational problems posed to staff teams revolved around protests and demonstrations. Maj. Mike Ariano from KFOR HQ J3 highlighted that Silver Sabre is the only time we practice integration of the forces of KP, EULEX and KFOR. A key learning point was the delineation of responsibilities of KP, EULEX and KFOR when dealing with such complex problems. Staff training proved to be an excellent learning opportunity for all staffs as Maj. Ariano explains we learned a lot about each other s capabilities and critical thinking processes and that was extremely important. At the same time at Camp Vrelo, forces from KP, EULEX and KFOR conducted round-robin practical training and theoretical lessons. Capt. Jonathan Laton, from MNBG-E operations co-ordinated all aspects of the practical training, he commented that we tried to make this educational and practical. Lessons focused on CRC Tactics Techniques and Procedures (TTPs) including freedom of movement denial, MEDEVAC, cold and hot load helicopter drills, fire phobia, EOD and communications. All participating units provided PICTURE: Afrim Hajrullahu (2) 4 KFOR CHRONICLE 11/2015

5 EXERCISE SILVER SABRE informative static displays of their CRC capabilities and this proved to be very popular amongst troops and visitors. Training culminated on the morning of Friday the 20th November when forces from EULEX and KFOR demonstrated a joint response to civil disturbances in the training area at Camp Vrelo. This impressive event saw more than 600 soldiers from 31 nations operate in the field with dozens of armoured vehicles and helicopters with the aim of demonstrating the high level of cooperation achieved by KFOR in support of KP and EULEX. The final exercise was based on a natural disaster scenario where a fictional earthquake in the Balkans cut off communications and support to several large towns. This sparked a series of demonstrations and civil disturbances. Against this carefully scripted backdrop, the CRC situation deteriorated causing EULEX as 2nd responder to request KFOR s assistance as 3rd responder, in order to re-establish a safe and secure environment. The liaison, communication and relief in place of the various responders was a crucial part of the exercise and the dynamic scenario required enhanced collaboration between all responders. The CRC Platoon from EULEX were the first unit to respond to the demonstration in Camp Vrelo. They were faced with an aggressive mob played by enthusiastic US troops from MNBG-E. EULEX displayed a high degree of skill and cohesion in dealing with the challenge posed by the rioters. A combination of their well-honed drills and effective deployment of tear gas successfully dispersed the crowd. When the rioters regrouped and increased in numbers, EULEX handed over the situation to KFOR. The first KFOR unit to deploy were the Carabinieri from the Multinational Specialized Unit (MSU). After performing a slick Relief-in-Place (RIP), the MSU were now placed on the front line. The physicality of some of the initial exchanges between demonstrators and troops tested the skills, drills and endurance of the MSU. The MSU employed its obstacle clearing assets to effectively clear barricades built by the mob. When the MSU reached its limit of exploitation, KFOR s Tactical Reserve Manoeuvre Battalion (KTM) echeloned through and took over on the front line just as the mob increased in numbers. Again, they faced a hot reception from the demonstrators PICTURE: Afrim Hajrullahu (2) KFOR CHRONICLE 11/2015 5

6 EXERCISE SILVER SABRE where the fire phobia training conducted earlier in the week was put to the test. The Operational Response Force from NATO s Reserve were deployed by Puma and MI-8 helicopter and provided the additional muscle required to overwhelm the demonstrators. PICTURE: Afrim Hajrullahu (2) 6 KFOR CHRONICLE 11/2015

7 EXERCISE SILVER SABRE After several hours of robust exchanges, order was once again restored to Camp Vrelo and control was handed back to KP signalling End Ex for Silver Sabre At the end of the exercise COM KFOR Major General Miglietta addressed the participants. He thanked them for their professionalism and congratulated the exercise planning team for organising a realistic and challenging exercise. He emphasised that we have to be ready to intervene and ensure the safe and secure environment and freedom of movement for all the people of Kosovo. The three days of exercise Silver Sabre proved to a hugely beneficial exercise for all participants and it has achieved its purpose of enhancing KFOR s readiness and interoperability with KP and EULEX. PICTURE: OR-6 Perna, OR-5 Denicola Maj. Colin Lawlor OF-3 IRL A & Capt. Massimiliano Rizzo OF-2 ITA A PICTURE: Afrim Hajrullahu(2) KFOR CHRONICLE 11/2015 7

8 NATIONAL DAY 24 HOUR RUN TO CELEBRATE HUNGARIAN NATIONAL DAY October 23, 1956, is a day that will live forever in the annals of free men and nations. It was a day of courage, conscience and triumph. No other day since history began has shown more clearly the eternal unquenchability of man s desire to be free, whatever the odds against success, whatever the sacrifice required. John F. Kennedy, on the first anniversary of the Hungarian Revolution. The independence war and revolution against the Soviet occupation was one of the most significant events in Hungary s history. What started as a peaceful protest on 23rd October 1956, led to a revolution against the Soviet communists forcing them to leave the country. While the revolution was ultimately unsuccessful, the courage demonstrated by the Hungarian people during this period was admired by people all over the world. This sentiment is immortalised in the words of John F. Kennedy, spoken on the first anniversary of the Hungarian revolution. The 23rd October however, has a double significance for the people of Hungary, as on this day in 1989, the Republic of Hungary was proclaimed. This year, the Hungarian contingent serving with KFOR commemorated their National Day in a most unusual way. Lt Col. Attila Enyedi, Commander of the Hungarian Contingent, decided to organize a unique 24 hour running challenge in Camp Novo Selo. This endurance event appealed to the adventurous and ultra-fit alike! Eleven teams with over 130 soldiers drawn from KFOR s units participated in the event. Teams PICTURE: OR-8 Sándor KOÓS (2) 8 KFOR CHRONICLE 11/2015

9 NATIONAL DAY started the challenge at 1700hrs and finished 24 hours later. The rules of this relay challenge were simple; everyone had to run at least one hour continously and teams had to have at least one female on the team. The ultimate goal for each team was to run as far as possible in the 24 hour period. This event proved to be physically and mentally grueling. Participants were left exhausted but exhilerated as they crossed the 24 hour mark. A team composed of members of the Portuguese contingent, KFOR s Tactical Reserve Force Battalion, emerged as worthy winners. They completed an impressive 308 kilometers in the 24 hour period. They were closely followed by a Hungarian team who clocked up 300 kilometers and finishing a worthy third, was a US team with 294 kilometers. All participants deserve great credit for taking on this challenge and successfully completing this test of endurance. While this was a team event, the efforts of one individual are particularly noteworthy. Dannish runner OR-2 Daniel Blengsli, contibuted an astonishing 51.4 kilometers to his team s total. This outstanding performance was acknowledged and rewarded with a special prize presented by DCOM KFOR, Brigadier General Korom. After the awards ceremony, everyone was treated to traditional Hungarian hospitality with a delicious gulash dinner and refreshments. The Hungarian Contingent in KFOR are mainly drawn from 24th Gergely Bornemissza Reconnaissance Battalion in Hungary, hence the event lasted 24 hours. Lt Col Enyedi, Hungarian Contingent Commander joked afterwards that I think everyone was glad we are not from the 88th Battalion. An 88 hour event, now that would be a real challenge! OR-8 Sándor KOÓS KFOR HUN ARMY PIO PICTURE: OR-8 Sándor KOÓS (2) KFOR CHRONICLE 11/2015 9

10 REMEMBRANCE SERVICE KFOR HOSTS ANNUAL REMEMBERANCE SERVICE PICTURE: OR-6 Perna, OR-5 Denicola (1) A large crowd gathered at KFOR Headquarters at Camp Film City, at the British Memorial, for the annual act of Remembrance for United Kingdom and Commonwealth personnel who have given the ultimate sacrifice, in the cause of peace. Since 1999, 14 British service personnel have been killed in Kosovo while on operational duties. The annual act of remembrance takes place on the 11th November, the day in 1918 when the guns fell silent at the end of World War I. This year, the ceremony was held on Sunday 8th November and was attended by an excellent representation from the various military contingents in Kosovo, as well as civil society. Major General Guglielmo Luigi Miglietta, COM KFOR, hosted the ceremony and laid a poppy wreath in memory of KFOR s fallen soldiers. Her Majesty s Ambassador Ruairí O Connell laid a wreath on behalf of the British people. Madam President Jahjaga laid a wreath on behalf of the Kosovo people and other senior military representatives also laid poppy wreaths on behalf of their nations. The event was made even more special as Canadian Senior Lieutenant Colonel Bruce Johnson recited Major John McRae s famous poem In Flanders Fields. McCrae wrote the poem during the Second Battle of Ypres in May 1915 when he was serving with the Canadian Army. He had noticed the way poppies bloomed around the graves of fallen soldiers and included this description in his poem. In Flanders fields the poppies blow Between the crosses, row on row, That mark our place; and in the sky The larks, still bravely singing, fly Scarce heard amid the guns below. We are the Dead. Short days ago We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow, Loved and were loved, and now we lie In Flanders fields. Take up our quarrel with the foe: To you from failing hands we throw The torch; be yours to hold it high. If ye break faith with us who die We shall not sleep, though poppies grow In Flanders fields. An honour guard from the Welsh Guards in their ceremonial red tunics and bear skins with musical accompaniment by the Kosovo Security Force band, contributed to the solemnity of the occasion. Lieutenant Colonel David Jones, Senior British Representative KFOR said the ceremony went extremely well and I have to thank COM KFOR for his support, as well as the Irish Defence Forces who were a great help throughout the planning and delivery of the event. Padre James Watters (US) and Military Dean Martin Steiner (AUT) also did a splendid job with the service of remembrance. Lt Col. David Jones MBE RE (GBR) COM KSF Advisor & UN SNR 10 KFOR CHRONICLE 11/2015

11 A KFOR Conference on Gender Perspective was held on 28 October 2015 at Camp Film City in Pristina. This conference was organised to mark the occasion of the 15th anniversary of the United Nations Security Council Resolution (UNSCR) 1325 on women and peace and security. Over 80 personnel from KFOR and external agencies operating in KOSOVO, packed into the Hollywood Centre auditorium indicating the high level of interest in this topical issue. The Security Council adopted UNSCR 1325 on women and peace and security on 31st October According to the UN Office of the Special Advisor on Gender Issues and Advancement of Women: The resolution reaffirms the important role of women in the prevention and resolution of conflicts, peace negotiations, peace-building, peacekeeping, humanitarian response and in post-conflict reconstruction and stresses the importance of their equal participation and full involvement in all efforts for the maintenance and promotion of peace and security. KFOR Commander, Major General Guglielmo Luigi Miglietta, opened the conference remarking that KFOR recognizes the importance of the topic of Gender GENDER CONFERENCE GENDER CONFERENCE Perspective to fulfil its mandate provided by Resolution 1244 and the two Resolutions, from the very beginning, shared a common path for the past 15 years here in Kosovo. General Miglietta added, more than ever, the key to facilitate the consolidation of peace and stability in Kosovo is having an in-depth understanding of the civilian society. I have chosen Shaping the Change as the motto for this rotation and after so many accomplishments, we must now line up all our efforts and set up a rock solid foundation for the further success of a promising future for all the people of Kosovo. The meeting was addressed by four Gender Advisors including: Mrs. Lina Andeer from EULEX, Mrs. Dijana Karan from UNMIK, Mrs. Jutta Marjanen from OSCE and from KFOR, Maj. Claire Wohlschak. They spoke on a range of different topics but, mainly, they focused on the evolution of the gender perspective within their respective organisations. Each speaker explained how their organisation integrates the gender perspective and shared their plans to advance this issue in the future. A lively and enlightening discussion followed the presentations and the concept of communication and information sharing between the organisations emerged as a theme to progress in the future. Brigadier General Korom, DCOM KFOR, closed the conference and reflected on the considerable progress that has been made in the past 15 years. He thanked the attendees and the speakers for their positive contributions and Maj. Claire Wohlschak, KFOR Gender Advisor for organising the event. Maj. Colin Lawlor OF-3 IRL PICTURE: Afrim Hajrullahu (2) KFOR CHRONICLE 11/

12 A VISUAL OVERVIEW Pristina, 8th November KFOR Commander, Major General Guglielmo Luigi Miglietta welcomes President Atifete Jahjaga and HE Mr. Ruairi O Connell to KFOR HQ. Mitrovica, 13th November KFOR Commander, Major General Guglielmo Luigi Miglietta Deputy Commander Allied Joint Force Command Naples, Lieutenant General Alain J. Parent visited the Austerlitz Bridge in Mitrovica. PICTURE: OR-6 Perna, OR-5 Denicola (3) Pristina, 13th November KFOR Commander, Major General Guglielmo Luigi Miglietta in the presence of Lieutenant General Alain J. Parent welcomed Joint Force Command Naples Commander, U.S. Navy Admiral Mark E. Ferguson III to KFOR HQ. 12 KFOR CHRONICLE 11/2015

13 A VISUAL OVERVIEW Pristina, 18th November KFOR Commander, Major General Guglielmo Luigi Miglietta welcomed Mrs. Gerrie Willems Ambassador of the Kingdom of Netherlands to Kosovo at KFOR HQ. Peja/Pec, 21st November KFOR Commander, Major General Guglielmo Luigi Miglietta meets troops serving in MNBG-W. PICTURE: OR-6 Perna, OR-5 Denicola (3) Pristina, 25th November KFOR Commander, Major General Guglielmo Luigi Miglietta welcomed General Frank J. Grass, US Chief of the National Guard Bureau, at KFOR HQ. KFOR CHRONICLE 11/

14 MSU MULTINATIONAL SPECIALIZED UNIT (MSU) 5KM CHARITY RUN IN CAMP FILM CITY A GREAT SUCCESS! PICTURE: Maj. Colin Lawlor (4) A 5 KM Charity Run was held on the morning of 15th November 2015 in Camp Film City. The race was started by COM KFOR Major General Luigi Miglietta together with Colonel Paolo Coletta, Regiment Commander Carabinieri, MSU. Over 300 athletes from all of KFOR s contingents participated in the event. Just over 3,000 was raised from the contributions of both participants and non-participants. This money will be used by the MSU CIMIC team to fund projects for charities including the purchase of furniture and supplies for the Durdevac Kindergarden, in the village of Caglavica in Gracanica. The top three male and female competitors were presented with medals by Deputy Commander KFOR, Brigadier General KOROM. The charity run is organised every three months and the responsibility for organising the event rotates between KFOR units. The next event will be organized by the Command Sergeant Major of the Portuguese Contingent, OR-8 GOUVEIA Josè (who is featured with his son on the profile page). The MSU organising team would like to thank everyone who assisted in the organisation of the event. A big THANK YOU to everyone who participated and donated money to this worthy cause! OR-9 Casonato & OR-9 Vesuvio Carabinieri Class Male Category Time Female Category Time 1 st MATTEU DEKE SLO ELVERAR DE BRUIN NLD nd MICHAEL GRU DNK EVANGELINA MULLAEN USA rd AMORIM JORGF PRT MOTYKA SARA - USA KFOR CHRONICLE 11/2015

15 MNBG-W SLOVENIAN CHANGE OF COMMAND CEREMONY On the 14th of November Multinational Battle Group West (MNBG-W), based in Camp Villaggio Italia, hosted the Slovenian Contingent Transfer of Authority. The ceremony was attended by Slovenian Ambassador in Kosovo, H.E. Miljan Majhen, Commander of MNBG-W, Colonel Ciro Forte and other military and political authorities. Colonel Močnik Boštjan had been replaced by Lieutenant Colonel Novak Boštjan in the position of MNBG-W Deputy Commander and National Contingent Commander of Slovenian Forces in Kosovo. In his speech to the soldiers, the out-coming Contingent Commander Colonel Močnik Boštjan thanked his soldiers for their high level of professionalism performed during their tour in Kosovo. He highlighted how the behaviour and professionalism of the Slovenian Contingent proved to be very important in helping KFOR achieve its mission during the period of their deployment. The Ambassador also addressed the parade, expressing his personal gratitude and Slovenia s appreciation for the efforts made every day in Kosovo by their soldiers. The new Slovenian contingent working together with Italian, Austrian and Moldovan soldiers of MNBG-W will continue to carry out its mission of maintaining a safe and secure environment and ensuring freedom of movement in Kosovo. Capt. Valerio Gargiulo OF-2 ITA A PICTURE:MNBG-W PAO (3) KFOR CHRONICLE 11/

16 JLSG LOGISTICS REPORTING (LOGREP) USER COURSE How many vehicles are present in KFOR s Joint Logistic Support Area? This seemingly simple question is easily answered when you are with your unit in your home country. It becomes a lot more difficult to answer when you are operating in a combined joint force of almost 5,000 persons from more than 30 different countries. Things are very complicated due to the fact that nations are responsible for maintaining the operational readiness of their forces. So in order to answer the above question more than 30 national logistic staff officers will have to look into their national logistic information systems and come up with a reasonable number for their forces. To answer the question accurately, the logistics staff need to have agreed the parameters of the query: what vehicle means and how they are categorised (armour, tracked, wheeled, plant, etc). All of these numbers will then have to be compiled by the J4 branch to achieve a reasonable answer. You can now see the challenge posed by this simple question. This challenge is not new, however. In order to help answer the question posed and similar logistics questions, NATO members agreed to develop a standardized logistic software to be used by all nations participating in NATO operations. This software is called LOGFAS (Logistics Functional Area Services). This software covers a wide range of logistic functions, one of which is logistics reporting. LOGFAS is the tool used by NATO to provide HQs at all levels with detailed, accurate and timely information. This exchange of logistics information and the visibility of logistics operations assets and resources within the Joint Operational Area are vital to the success of KFOR s mission. In order to further improve logistics reporting KFOR, conducted the LOGREP Basic Course from 26th to 30th October at HQ KFOR in Pristina. This course is designed to introduce users to the usage of the software and the underlying principles. Trainees came from all KFOR subordinate units and some National Support Elements (NSE). The trainer, Flight Sergeant (OR-7) Richard Evans, GBR-AF from the NATO Communications and Information Systems School (NCISS) in Latina was very satisfied with the standard achieved by the training audience. The course was concluded with the presentation of the certificates by HQ KFOR J4 chief who again pointed out the vital role of logistics reporting. Musa Gursoy OF-3 TUR A PICTURE: Afrim Hajrullahu 16 KFOR CHRONICLE 11/2015

17 PICTURE: Afrim Hajrullahu (3) The award of a military medal is always a special day in the life of a soldier. Historians believe that the practice of awarding medals to soldiers originated from Ancient Rome. Dona militaria (military gifts) were the first known version of military award and since then the practice of rewarding soldiers for their loyal service has evolved through the centuries. All modern militaries have set rules and regulations in relation to the award and wearing of medals and decorations. A common factor throughout all militaries however, is that military medals are awarded in recognition of specific acts or service which can vary in significance from routine duty, to bravery and valour. Irrespective of their provenance, military medals are highly valued, as they represent significant events in a soldier s career. They often become treasured heirlooms in families and are handed down from generation to generation. On Thursday 5th November 2015, the monthly medal parade was held in the multifunctional facility, Film City, Pristina. A total of 54 KFOR personnel were on parade to receive the NATO Balkans Medal. Deputy Commander KFOR, Brigadier MEDAL PARADE MEDAL PARADE General Ferenc Korom presided over the ceremony. Medals were presented by Brigadier General Korom and Chief of Staff, Brigadier General Boyles. The NATO Balkans Medal originated after a review of NATO Medals Policy undertaken during The main difference between this medal and the former Non-Article 5 medal is the introduction of the ribbon clasp that reads BALKANS. The ribbon design has also been changed to standardise it with other Non-Article 5 medals. In his speech Brigadier General Korom congratulated the medal recipients as they approached the end of their tour of duty. He highlighted that the medal they received was a symbol of their hard work and dedication in the service of peace in Kosovo. Brigadier General Korom also thanked the NATO Liaison and Advisory Team (NLAT) for their close cooperation and coordination with KFOR. A solemn moment of silence was held to remember those NATO soldiers that died in service on this mission and on other missions abroad. After the ceremony, medal recipients and guests availed of the refreshments provided. As this group prepare to depart Kosovo, the medal they received will be a reminder of the service they gave and experience they had in this unique international environment. Maj. Colin Lawlor OF-3 IRL KFOR CHRONICLE 11/

18 CULTURAL CORNER THE MUSEUM OF KOSOVO This is the first in a series of articles on Kosovo s culture and heritage. The museum of Kosovo was established in 1949 and it is the oldest cultural institution in the country. It is located on Ibrahim Luftiu Street, in the centre of Pristina. The museum consists of three elements: the Main Museum and Archaeological Park, Emin Gjiku s Housing Complex where the ethnological exhibition is presented and the Museum of Independence. On a beautiful autumn morning close to Pristina s government district, the Chronicle team met with the charismatic Director of Kosovo Museum, Mr. Skender Boshtrakaj. The main building of the museum is very impressive architecturally and was built in 1889 in an Austro-Hungarian style for the regional administration of Kosovo. Mr. Boshtrakaj explained that the building was also used as a base for the Yugoslav National Army. It is currently undergoing a major renovation while all exhibits are being reorganised and restored. He hopes that the new look museum and its extensive array of exhibits will be open to the public at the end of June Mr. Boshtrakaj guided us through the Archaeological Park and its outdoor exhibition of archaeological heritage. We visited the parks exhibition building where a workshop for visually impaired adults was being conducted by museum staff. This innovative project is called Tactile Express and is being used to educate the visually impaired about archaeology and also to educate the museum staff on the needs of visually impaired visitors. These lessons will then be applied in the redesign and reorganisation of collections to improve accessibility for people PICTURE: Afrim Hajrullahu (2) 18 KFOR CHRONICLE 11/2015

19 CULTURAL CORNER with disabilities. Our visit concluded with a guided tour of the ethnological exhibit at Emin Gjiku s Housing Complex that opened in This is a traditional 18th century house set in a walled garden in one of Pristina s oldest districts. Experts in ethnology are available to give English-language guided tours through the buildings and explain the architecture, the exhibits and 18th century way of life. The concept of the ethnological museum centres on the cycle of life: birth, life, death and spiritual heritage. Certainly, there are a lot of exciting developments under way at the Museum of Kosovo. A visit to the Archaeological Park and ethnological exhibition is a pleasant way to delve deeper in Kosovo s rich heritage. Maj. Colin Lawlor OF-3 IRL A Daily visiting hours are from 10:00 till 18:00. On Mondays the Museum is closed. Visits to the museum are free of charge. PICTURE: Afrim Hajrullahu (6) KFOR CHRONICLE 11/

20 PICTURE OF THE MONTH Commander KFOR XX Major General. Guglielmo Luigi Miglietta, Italian Army Chief Public Affairs Office & KFOR Spokesman Col. Francesco Patalano, Italian Army Chief Internal Information & Editor KFOR Chronicle Maj. Colin Lawlor, Irish Defence Forces Design & Typography: Mr. Afrim Hajrullahu Photographer: Mr. Afrim Hajrullahu Cover Photo: Mr. Afrim Hajrullahu and Web Printed by RASTER Tel.: NATO Nations within KFOR Albania, Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovenia, Turkey, United Kingdom, United States. Non-NATO Nations within KFOR Armenia, Austria, Finland, Ireland, Moldova, Sweden, Switzerland, Ukraine. The KFOR Chronicle is produced and fully funded by HQ KFOR. It is published for KFOR soldiers in the area of responsibility. The contents are not necessarily the official views of, or endorsed by, the coalition governments defence departments. Editorial content is edited, prepared and provided by the Internal Information Section of HQ KFOR s Public Affairs Office (PAO) in Pristina, Kosovo. PAO HQ KFOR reserves the right to edit content to conform to style and space requirements. Articles are run on a space-available basis. PICTURE OF THE MONTH5 November 2015 Contribute to the KFORChronicle! Just send your photos to: kforchronicle@hq.kfor.nato.int by the 25th of the month explaining where you took the photo and what equipment you used. We will then select one of the submitted images and publish it in the next edition of the Chronicle. You will be immortalised in the KFOR Chronicle! Is that not something to be proud of? Sincerely The Chronicle Team 20 KFOR CHRONICLE 11/2015 Mirusha waterfall Equipment Used: NIKON d700 Samyang 14mm lens OF-2 PAPP, Béla KTM Battalion, HUN A

21 PROFILES This month we have a profile of a father and son. Command Sergeant Major (CSM) Jose Gouveia and Private Rui Gouveia, are serving with the Portuguese Contingent in KFOR s Tactical Manoeuvre Battalion (KTM). Interestingly, they are the oldest and the youngest members of the Portuguese Contingent! Name: Rank: Nationality: Unit: Jose Gouveia OR-8 Portuguese KTM Name: Rank: Nationality: Unit: Rui Gouveia OR-1 Portuguese KTM Military Education: I joined the Portuguese Commando s almost 32 years ago in I served in various units and in many appointments between 1987 and In 2013, I was promoted to CSM with the 2nd Mechanised Infantry Battalion, Santa Margarida Mechanised Brigade. I served overseas previously in 1999 for 14 months in a technical, military advisory capacity to Angola s Commando Unit. This is my second tour of duty with KFOR as I served here in 2007 as Company Sergeant Major. About the Mission: I find my role as Sergeant Major in the KTM to be both challenging and interesting. My role is to assist and advise KTM Commander in many aspects affecting the unit and its personnel. As 2nd Mechanised Infantry Battalion deployed to Kosovo together, I know all members of the unit and they know what I expect of them, so we understand each other very well. Family Reaction: I am divorced and have two children. My daughter Ana-Luisa is 24 years old and my son Rui is 20 years old and is a soldier serving with me here in Kosovo. CSM Gouveia is proud to have his son here in the mission and he sees himself as a father figure for all members of the KTM. Hobbies: Cycling is not just my hobby, but is my passion! I take part in road races and mountain biking at home. I even bought a bike here to train with and I have a bike trainer set up in my room! Military Education: I enlisted in the Portuguese Army when I was 17 years old in I finished my basic training in 2014 and then joined the 2nd Mechanised Infantry Battalion, Santa Margarida Mechanised Brigade, which is the same unit as my father. I have participated in all unit training activities since my arrival to my unit, focusing especially on conventional and CRC training. I deployed to Kosovo on the 6th October 2015 and will complete my tour of duty at the end of April About the Mission: I am a member of 3 Squad, No. 1 Platoon, B Company. My role here has been a mix of operations and training. The KTM is constantly training to improve our skills to ensure we are ready to deploy in any capacity required. We were recently involved in Exercise Silver Sabre in a CRC capacity. Family Reaction: I live with my mother and uncle and my relationship with all my family is very important to me. I have a girlfriend Ivanna who is in college and I look forward to seeing my family and friends in April. Pte Gouveia considers it a privilege and honour to serve with his father here in Kosovo and it also means he has one less person to call at home! Hobbies: I like all sports especially swimming, judo and all martial arts. I enjoy training in the gym and also socialising with my friends. KFOR CHRONICLE 11/

22 SUDOKU slightly medium difficult very difficult Rules: The standard consists of a grid Sudoku field with 3 3 blocks, which are each divided into 3 3 fields, a total of 81 fields in 9 rows and 9 columns. In some of these fields at the beginning digits 1 to 9 are registered ( targets ). The task is to fill in the blanks of the puzzle so that in each of nine rows, columns and blocks of each digit from 1 to 9 appears only once. The three areas (row, column, block) are equally units or groups. Solutions October SLIGHTLY DIFFICULT MEDIUM VERY DIFFICULT 22 KFOR CHRONICLE 11/2015

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