Eric Haam Email & Phone Number

Dongducheon, Gyeonggi, South Korea

The ROKA Support Group was established on 11 May 1965 at the request of the Commander, Eighth Army, as a ROKA officer liaison group to administer the KATUSA Soldier program. Its name was changed from ROKA Liaison Group to ROKA Support Group in November 1986. On 1 November 1997, the ROKA Support Group was reorganized as a unit directly under Headquarter (HQ), ROKA G2/G3, and was later reorganized on 1 December 2009 directly under HQ, ROK Army’s Personnel Command.I was discharged from my mandatory military service on June 26th, 2023, and I extended. I got promoted to Staff Sergeant in 8th US Army ROKA Support Group. I still work at the 55th Military Police.

I provided simultaneous interpretation to US-ROK Leadership as Company Senior KATUSA multiple times. Especially, I worked as an interpreter at operational meetings with the SWAT team of Gyeonggi Bukbu Provincial Police Agency. In recognition of this achievement, I was awared the Special Operation Unit Coin by the SWAT Team. With my fluent English, I facilitated communication between US-ROK Leadership, which helps to carry out joint operation and reinforce US-ROK Alliance.I was volunteer manager at the 55th Military Police Company. I devoted much of my off time to volunteering such as building patios, cleaning dog shelter and local streets. I not only showed selfless spirit by helping the people in need, but encouraged soliders to participated in many volunteer programs. Also, I built and enhanced the relationship with the local community. In recognition of this achievement, I was awareded the 55th Military Police Company Coin.

Dongducheon, Gyeonggi, South Korea

I entered the Republic of Korea Army in December of 2021. I attended six-weeks of ROK Army Basic Training at Nonsan, South Chungcheong Province and three-weeks of KATUSA Training Academy at Camp Humphreys. Upon graduation, I was assigned to the 55th Military Police Company in Dongducheon, South Korea.While serving as a Military Policeman, I participated in numerous field trainings with my platoon, including the Arctic Dominance Exercise organized by the 94th Military Police Battalion. I made a significant contribution to these trainings, and my team leaders, squad leaders, and platoon leaders recognized my:Responsibility: As the only KATUSA gunner for the M2 machine gun in the 55th Military Police Company, I took on critical tasks and ensured effective operation during exercises.Communication Skills: During trainings with the Korean Special Forces and SWOP, which took place in Korea, my knowledge of local traffic signs and terrain was advantageous. Being familiar with the environment, I served as a translator between my team (consisting of U.S. soldiers) and the Korean Special Forces. I effectively expressed ideas in English and, when necessary, in Korean, ensuring clear understanding and coordination.Quick Comprehension of Army Trainings: I demonstrated a rapid understanding of operational areas and training exercises, which allowed me to contribute effectively and support my team in adapting to various scenarios more quickly than other KATUSAs.In recognition of my achievements, I was awarded the 55th Military Police Company Coin.

As a Junior KATUSA, I developed key skills such as responsibility, communication, and a quick understanding of army trainings. After being promoted to CPL, I was entrusted with the role of Platoon Senior KATUSA. In my early days as a KATUSA, my focus was primarily on my own performance, but after becoming Senior KATUSA, I took on greater responsibility. I was directly responsible for the development and welfare of about 30 KATUSAs, ensuring their performance in training, providing guidance, and addressing their concerns to ensure their well-being and readiness.

Seoul, South Korea

200hrs

Bachelor'S Degree, Computer Science

Associate'S Degree, Computer Software Engineering