American children in South Korea get new protective masks

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American children in South Korea get new protective masks
By Jon Rabiroff, Stars and Stripes
Pacific edition, Wednesday, December 23, 2009

CAMP RED CLOUD, South Korea — Diapers? Check.

Sippy cup? Check.

Infant-child Chemical Agent Protection System? Check.

Yes, the continuing threat of attack from North Korea makes for some unique provisions U.S. servicemembers and their families must keep on hand when living in South Korea.

“It’s just a (matter of) preparation,” said Army Capt. Allan Garcia, the 2nd Infantry Division’s chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear operations officer. “You just never know what the capability … is of (North Korea).”


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