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near the Korean capital of Seoul.
With most of the Patriot sites less than 100 miles from the demilitarized zone that separates North and South Korea, Rhein and his fellow air defenders find that, even though they are the newcomers to the neighborhood, their mission is one of the most important.
“I support my fellow soldiers and I aid in helping my platoon defend South Korea,” stated Rhein.
“I also assist with communications and reports in addition to working with the Patriot missile system.”
For many, the sights, sounds and smells of this Asian country produce a form of culture shock, for others a sense of adventure and a chance for once-in-alifetime experiences.
“Korea is an interesting place,” remarked Rhein. “There is a distinctive difference between the developed and the non-developed territory. The food is very good and you get to choose what you want as its cooking. They have brand-name goods and they are sold at very low prices, and they almost expect you to haggle the prices. A tour in Korea is a positive experience that everyone should have at least once in their life. I like it here, but I still do miss America.”
For Rhein and fellow air defenders, life in Korea is a bittersweet existence. Amid an exotic and unique cultural experience, the soldiers stationed here are always reminded that a potential enemy awaits just a few miles away.
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