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National 4th Infantry (IVY) Division Association Supporting Veterans, Soldiers and Friends of the 4th Infantry Division Since 1919 WWI - WWII - Cold War - Vietnam - Iraq - Afghanistan - War on Terror March 5, 2021 Newsletter

From the President – We remain optimistic about holding a ‘normal’ National Reunion in August. The next 30-60 days may give us a better indication. April 15th is the deadline to submit your 2021 Ralph E. Lingert Award nominations to the Executive Director. A complete list of requirements and past recipients can be found on the website and in the latest Ivy Leaves.

Thanks to everyone for your continued support of the Association. See the Ivy Leaves, or visit the 4IDA website for more news and updates.

Jerry N. Bumpus, National President [email protected]

4ID History - March Key Events

16 Mar 2004 – In Tikrit, Iraq, MG Ray Odierno of 4ID transferred authority from 4ID/TF Ironhorse to MG John Batiste with 1ID/TF Danger, marking the official end of 4ID’s first tour in Iraq.

21 Mar 1967 – Units of 3rd Brigade earned the Presidential Unit Citation at the Battle of Soui Tre where over 600 NVA and VC troops were killed.

22 Mar 1967 – The was earned by 1SG David H. McNerney, with A/1-8 INF, Republic of Vietnam.

25 Mar 2021 – National Medal of Honor Day. This date was chosen because the first Medal of Honor was presented on March 25, 1863 during the Civil War.

29 Mar 1945 – 4ID crossed the Rhine River, over the heavy pontoon bridge at Worms, Germany.

We are fortunate to have three living 4ID MOH recipients as we recognize Medal of Honor Day on March 25th. They are SSG Clinton L. Romesha, SSG Ty Michael Carter, and CPT Florent Groberg earned for actions in Afghanistan. Information on all of our MOH recipients can be found on the 4IDA website.

Did you know that Evans Army Community Hospital at is dedicated in memory of Medal of Honor recipient Specialist Fourth Class Donald W. Evans Jr. (posthumously) a Medic with Company A, 2nd Battalion, 12th Infantry, 4th Infantry Division, for action on 27 January 1967, Republic of Vietnam. See his citation at this link: https://www.4thinfantry.org/content/evans-donald-w-jr-posthumously

March 29 Vietnam War Veterans Day

National Vietnam War Veterans Day is observed every year on March 29, to unite Americans to thank and honor Vietnam veterans and their families for their service and sacrifice. The Vietnam War Veterans Recognition Act of 2017 was signed into law by 45th U.S. President Donald J. Trump, designating every March 29 as National Vietnam War Veterans Day.

March 29 was chosen as National Vietnam War Veterans Day because on March 29, 1973, Military Assistance Command, Vietnam (MACV) was disbanded and the last U.S. combat troops departed the Republic of Vietnam.

From the Nominations Committee

The following officers shall be elected and installed at the 2021 National Meeting: National President, National Senior Vice President, Vice President– Planning, Vice President–Communications, Vice President–Finance, Vice President–World War II & Cold War, Vice President–Vietnam, and Vice President– Iraq/Afghanistan.

If you have an interest in any of the positions, contact the Nominations Committee Chairman, Bruce Gass, [email protected], or the President of the Association, Jerry Bumpus, [email protected].

Chapter Events

Carolinas Chapter Spring Mini-Reunion April 16-18, 2021 Hyatt Place Columbia/Harbison 1130 Kinley Road, Irmo, South Carolina 29063

Carolinas Registration

Wisconsin Chapter Spring Mini-Reunion April 23-25, 2021 Wintergreen Resort & Conference Center 60 N. Gasser Road, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965

Wisconsin Registration

Ohio Chapter News

WWII Veteran Elmer Glenn celebrated his 97th birthday on March 4th. He has not been able to have visitors at the facility with the covid restrictions. If you would like to send him a card his address is: VA Butler Medical Center Attn: CLC-Elmer Glenn, Rm 301 353 N. Duf f y Road Butler, PA. 16001

2021 National Reunion August 8 - 14, 2021 National 4th Inf antry (IVY) Division Association 103rd National Convention Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel 900 S. Orme Street - Arlington, VA 22204

The 2021 National Reunion will feature two very special events; a visit to the new National U.S. Army Museum at Ft Belvoir, VA, and the 20th Anniversary Re-dedication of the 4ID Arlington Monument; plus all the traditional proceedings.

Note: The Reunion Schedule of Events has changed, moving the Rededication to Saturday and shifting other events.

National U.S. Army Museum Visit Arlington Monument Re- dedication

We are extending a special invitation to our many associated ‘unit’ groups to join us in DC for a memorable week of activities and fellowship. We call on our members who are also members of these associated groups to encourage them to schedule their 2021 events with us. We have negotiated a great rate and location for this event. Come join us!

The Hotel Reservations System is open f or individual room reservations. All the inf ormation needed to book your hotel rooms can be f ound on the website 2021 Reunion Page.

Visit the 2021 Reunion Page

Cybersecurity Awareness Scammers are targeting you! They will stop at nothing to try and trick you into giving them your personal information. In a recent Malwarebytes’ newsletter, it is reported that Gmail users received 18 million daily malware and phishing emails during the early months of the pandemic (starting last April), and add to that another 240 million daily spam messages.

Watch out f or COVID-19 scams - Ignore offers to get the vaccine early, for a fee — whether via computer, phone or social media.

Be aware of gif t card tricksters - Don’t buy gift cards or provide gift card information to anyone you don’t know.

Stay away f rom risky connections - Avoid unknown networks and ensure devices are not set to automatically join when you're not home.

Regularly change passwords. Consistently changing your password means that even if someone finds an old, saved password, it will no longer be useful.

Just be caref ul out there!

Remember to check your membership expiration date on your Ivy Leaves mailing label or in your online account profile on the website. Unless you have a Life Membership, your membership has an expiration date. If you need help finding your date for renewal or your password, contact the Executive Director.

Membership Renewals

Fort Carson News

Army Best Medic Competition Winners Announced

FORT GORDON, Georgia – Sgt. Tyrel Trainor (far Left) and Spc. Anchor Jennison (second from Left), both from 4th Infantry Division units out of Fort Carson, , are the winners of the 2021 Command Sgt. Maj. Jack L. Clark, Jr., U.S. Army Best Medic Competition (ABMC) that was held at Fort Gordon, Georgia. Trainor, who is a 68W Combat Medic said, “Winning matters.” Trainor’s teammate was Spc. Anchor Jennison who said “It’s humbling to be here,” The Soldiers operated in a demanding, continuous, and realistic operational environment that included challenges such as a simulated combat casualty care, a 28-station obstacle course, night land navigation, water survival which included jumping off of a diving board into 12-feet of water. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Adrian Pacheco)

February 23, 2021

General Officer Announcements

Brigadier General David M. Hodne, (pictured) to become commanding general, 4th Inf antry Division and Fort Carson, Fort Carson, Colorado. BG Hodne’s previous assignments include Commander of the Stryker Brigade Combat Team at Fort Carson, CO, and as Deputy Commanding General for Maneuver for the 4th Infantry Division and Fort Carson. Welcome home General!

The current commanding general of the 4th Infantry Division and Fort Carson, MG Matthew W. McFarlane will become deputy commanding general, U.S. Army Pacific Command, Fort Shafter, Hawaii. We wish him all the best in his new assignment. Steadfast & Loyal. Job well done!

The Ivy Division Chapter's Gif t Shop at Fort Carson has closed. However, they have a supply of the very popular 3' X 5' Official 4ID Flags available by mail: To Request a Flag – Contact Chapter President Rich Blackaby Phone: 951-218-1980 Email: [email protected]

Keep up to date with all the news from the 4th Infantry Division and Fort Carson from the Fort Carson Mountaineer and the Fort Carson Page

Fort Carson Mountaineer Fort Carson Facebook Page

Benefits of Membership

Educational Scholarships - Two types of Educational Scholarships are available from the National 4th Infantry (IVY) Division Association Scholarship Trust: the E.R. Smith Memorial Scholarship and the Annual Educational Scholarships.

Applications for the E.R. Smith Memorial Scholarship are available on the website and may be submitted annually at anytime.

Applications for Annual Educational Scholarships must be mailed to the Secretary of the Scholarship Committee bef ore the June 15 deadline each year using the current years' application form. The 2021 Annual Scholarship Application f orms are published in the Ivy Leaves and available on the 4IDA website.

Consult the Scholarship Committee or the Constitution and Bylaws for a complete list of guidelines and requirements for both Educational Scholarships. https://www.4thinfantry.org/content/scholarships-donations In case you missed or want to see a previous issue of the E-Ivy Leaf, you can find past issues on the 4IDA website ‘About Us’ page under the E-Ivy Leaf tab.

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