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- [Reporter] Getting stationed
overseas for the first time

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can be a little overwhelming.

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The 19th Expeditionary Sustainment Command

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makes the transition
for new soldiers smooth

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with the cultural awareness
introductory class

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for new arrivals to Area IV.

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- This presentation can make US soldiers

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easily understand the new culture
and feel more comfortably.

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It can be helpful to maintain
the ROK-U.S. Alliance also.

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- [Reporter] This class gives
newcomers a crash course

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in the history, customs and courtesies,

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and culture of Korea,
specifically the Daegu area.

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- [Melik] I learned some new
words, some new phrases to use.

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I've always loved the
Korean culture as it was,

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really being a big fan of
everything they stand for.

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I thought it'd be a good way to learn more

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about the culture and get a
better understanding of it.

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- [Reporter] These classes
are a stepping stone

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into Korean culture and can help

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strengthen the partnership
with our host nation.

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Reporting from Camp Henry, Korea,

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I'm Army Sergeant Jesse Pilgrim.