Career begins, ends at Fort Eustis.

Under bright sunlight, with the wind enhancing the beauty of state flags, Col. Clark C. Hall retired May 30 on the parade field at Fort Eustis.

It is the same Army installation where the MTMC Chief of Staff had reported for duty 30 years earlier.

"Much has changed in the past 30 years," said Hall, 51. "And much has remained the same."

Hall said the Army of today contains such key themes as change, continuity and growth.

"What has not changed is the absolute dedication to soldiers and their families," said Hall, "and embracing Army values."

Remembering that long-ago day he reported for duty at Fort Eustis, Hall said, the Army is much stronger.

"Pick any rank, our Army is better today," said Hall. "I am being overtaken by young officers who outshine me."

Hall's wife, Patty, and his family were by his side.

A strong family life is essential to success as a soldier, said Hall. (The complete text of Hall's retirement speech appears on pgs. 42-43.)

Hall served as Commander of Troops at the ceremony. Along with retiring Col. William Krantz, Commander, Fort Eustis Detachment, Dental Command, Hall rode in a ceremonial jeep to review a brigade formation at the Virginia post's monthly retirement ceremony.

The retirement certificate and other awards were presented to Hall by Maj. Gen. Kenneth L. Privratsky, Commander, Military Traffic Management Command.

Effective immediately, Col. Tom. E. Thompson assumes the duties of MTMC Chief of Staff. Thompson, a former commander of the 598th Transportation Group, Rotterdam, the Netherlands, has been serving as MTMC Operations Officer.