Michigan Air Guard Historical Association

Website: www.selfridgeairmuseum.org Email: [email protected]

April 2019

Table of Contents Page Taps, Honor Roll, Lost & Found 2 Letters Home 3 127th Wing Happenings 4-7 110th Attack Wing Happenings 8-10 Col. Donald G. Miller, CCMSgt William Cieciek, BG Leon D. Worden, SMSgt Macon Davis, & MSgt Cyrus Napper – In Memoriam 11-12 VA Assists with Burial of Unclaimed Veterans 13 This Day in History: Michigan Air National Guard 14-15 First Female Brigadier General in MI ANG 16-17 Museum Happenings 18-25 Reader Information Survey 26 Kroger Community Rewards Program 27 Amazon Smile 28 MAGHA Membership Application 29 Memorial Wall Brick Program 30 Michigan Air National Guard History Books 31

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TAPS

NAME MI ANG SERVICE DATE OF DEATH CMSgt William A. Cieciek 1953-1985 3 Feb 19 SMSgt Macon “Mickey” Davis ????-???? 28 Dec 18 Col Donald G. Miller 1968-1988 18 Jan 19 MSgt Cyrus “Cy” Napper ????-1994 23 Jan 19 Col Leon D. Worden 1953-1975 20 Feb 19

HONOR ROLL

Due to the large number of Honor Roll members, only those who have either become Life Members or who have achieved a higher membership status since the last issue are listed below. A complete Honor Roll membership roster is published annually in the July issue.

LIFE MEMBER Mr. & Mrs. Robert D. Drinkall (TACOM) Maj Chris Salaniuk (MI ANG)

LOST & FOUND

Our database of former members of the Michigan ANG continues to grow. Regrettably many of our alumni are deceased and many are without addresses. So when we find out where our former members are, we’ll try to put some information in the MANGBANG about them.

Many thanks to those who helped us find CMSgt Marian Livesay…she now lives in Greenville, SC.

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LETTERS HOME

From Maj Dave Traynor (1969-1985): “After retiring and moving to Kansas in 1985, I was at Ft Leavenworth as an Air Threat Analyst for 9 years. In 1994 I, along with 4 fellow analysts, were assigned to the Threat Office at the Training/Doctrine Command (TRADOC) at Ft Monroe VA. I retired there in June 2003 after 40 years of combined federal and military service. My wife Pam and I stayed there to take advantage of the military health care facilities at Langley AFB. Our three children (Tami, Stephen, and Bryan) are married with families. Tami graduated from Michigan in 1988, moved to Philadelphia, and graduated from the Temple University law school in 1992. Bryan graduated from Michigan in 1992 and stayed until 1994 for a Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering. Our oldest son Steve attended the University of Kansas, transferred to Western Kentucky, and graduated in 1995. He is teaching at a middle school in Temple TX. Tami lives in suburban Philadelphia PA, and Bryan is in Austin TX where I grew up. Between the three of them I have 6 grandchildren, 5 granddaughters and 1 grandson. Sadly, my wife Pam passed away on 12 Feb 15. She had a number of illnesses over the past 16 years dating from gastric bypass surgery in 1979. She passed away after emergency surgery for a perforated intestine which got infected during recovery. We were married for 49 years, 20 months, and 1 day. The past year has been rough but family, friends, neighbors and keeping busy has helped. Pam is buried at the Arlington National Cemetery where I’ll be someday.”

From LCDR John Woelfel (VP-93, Ret): “I flew for Northwest Airlines then Delta Airlines. I just retired in November 2016. I enjoy everything in the MANGBANG – it’s great!”

From CMSgt Dave Snavely (1973-2007): “I have been busy doing things I didn’t have time for while working including camping, travelling, working in my woodworking shop, fishing, and hunting. My wife Andria and I took a three month road trip to Alaska from 26 May thru 26 August 2010, a trip I would highly recommend to all who have not had the opportunity. Each year since retirement I have gone on fishing trips to Canada with retired CMSgt and friend Al Ratz. We always catch a lot of fish and have a great time. Andria and I have wintered in Naples FL since retirement; 2 of our 6 children live there and we enjoy visiting with them and our 4 Naples grandchildren during the winter months. In July of 2015 I went to my oldest son’s retirement ceremony. Mike had a 24-year career with the Air Force as a jet engine mechanic and retired as a MSgt. That will make a person realize how fast time is passing!

From Capt Donald O. Peterson (USNR 1953-1993 VP-93, Ret): “I own and manage Mississippi Welder’s Supply Co”

3 127th Wing Happenings

th 127 Wing Commander to Retire

After more than 35 years of service to the nation Brig. Gen. John D. Slocum, Selfridge Air National Guard Base commander announces his plans to retire from military service in May.

"It's with mixed emotions and sincere gratitude that I announce my retirement from the Air National Guard," said General Slocum. However, I am confident the great advancements we've made within the 127th Wing and the strong community partnerships we've built will be carried forward by our outstanding Airmen."

General Slocum has been the 127th Wing and Selfridge Air National Guard Base commander since November 2014. During his tenure at the helm of the Wing, along with the men and women who serve here, has achieved countless milestones. Most notably, the Wing was presented the Meritorious Unit Award for record of performance both in, and in support of, combat operations, the Carl A. Spaatz Award for being the top National Guard flying unit in the nation, and the Macomb County Economic Development Partner of the Year for 2018.

The community celebrated the base's year-long centennial anniversary culminating in an airshow and open house earning the Wing two International Council of Airshow Gold Pinnacle Awards. There have been several successful deployments of both flying units including Combat Deployments, Operations Northern Strike and Saber Strike, as well as exemplary inspections, and the Wing's participation in last year's 74th Anniversary D-Day celebration. In addition, General Slocum was inducted into the Macomb County Hall of Fame and presented an Honorary Doctorate in Laws from Walsh College.

"I am profoundly honored and humbled to have the opportunity to serve beside so many great Michiganders - in and out of uniform," he said. "This has been the pinnacle of my military career."

General Slocum received his Air Force commission through East Carolina University's ROTC, Det. 600, in 1984, graduating with a Bachelor of Science degree in political science. He is a command pilot with more than 4,100 flying hours. He has flown several aircraft to include the F-4 Phantom, the F-16 Falcon, the A-10 Warthog, and the KC-135 Stratotanker.

There will be a Change of Command Ceremony on base May 5th where General Slocum will pass the Wing guidon to Col. Rolf E. Mammen, currently the Director of Operations, Headquarters Michigan Air National Guard.

There are tentative plans for retirement events in town likely on Thursday 9 May and other dates. More information to follow as plans solidify.

I can’t begin to express my gratitude and my wide-ranging appreciation for all of the support, friendship, and partnerships that we’ve forged during the last 4 ½ years. I am looking forward to exploring opportunities and getting engaged in new ways with our amazing community.

Respectfully in your service !

Doug "Odie" Slocum, Brigadier General, MIANG 127th Wing Commander Selfridge ANGB [email protected] Mobile/Cell 586-320-4936

Please note contact information for use post May: [email protected] c: 520-360-8360

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Emerald Warrior Exercise - MacDill Air Force Base, Florida

Airmen from the 127th Maintenance Squadron, 127th Wing, Selfridge Air National Guard base out of Harrison Township, Michigan, prepare an A-10 Thunderbolt II aircraft of the 107th Fighter Squadron, also out of Selfridge ANGB, for a training flight during Exercise Emerald Warrior 2019 located at MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa, Florida on January 18, 2019. Exercise Emerald Warrior is a U.S. Special Operations Command- sponsored two-week joint/combined tactical exercise designed to provide realistic military training in an urban setting. (Air National Guard photo by 1st Lt. Cammy Alberts)

5 Base Community Council Helps out Furloughed Members U.S. Coast Guard – Air Station Detroit

Michelle Parker an Executive Board Member of the Selfridge Base Community Council provided support and encouragement from the BCC to furloughed members of U.S.C.G. Detroit. (U.S. Air National Guard photos by Taz Joarder). Hometown Heroes Hotline

The 127th Wing, as mentioned at the January Base Community Council meeting, held 15 January 2019, is looking for community partners to help support the families of deployed military members. The 127th Wing has created a 24-hour hotline to provide support for the families of members of the 127th WG deployed overseas. The intent of this hotline is to be a focal point for the spouses of deployed members that need emergency support while the military member is deployed. When the hotline is called, families of deployed members are put into direct contact with 127th WG leadership. Once the support needed is determined, the 127th WG will contact community partners that have committee to provide emergency help. I am reaching out to all BCC members to consider participating as a volunteer provider to this now functioning hotline. Since the most current deployment last week, there have been calls received to assist in furnace repair and assistance with snow removal. With record/brutal weather conditions predicted for the upcoming week, it would be fantastic if we could have enough volunteers to guarantee immediate responses to challenges occurring for our dedicated families of deployed military. If you or someone you know volunteers to participate as part of the 24-hour hotline, you will be placed on a contact list available to the 127th Wing Commander, Command Chief, and First Sergeant. Discounted services are strongly encouraged, but not required to be put on the list. Anticipated needs include, but are not limited to: 1) home repair, 2) appliance repair, 3) auto repair, 4) child care. To volunteer or for more information, contact SMSgt Bryon Harvey, 586-713- 5510 or [email protected].

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2019 Detroit Tigers Winter Caravan Visits Selfridge Air National Guard Base Source: https://www.facebook.com/pg/127thWing/posts/ Photo: U.S. Air National Guard photo by Terry L. Atwell

Members of the Detroit Tigers baseball team visit with Citizen- Airmen from the Michigan Air National Guard’s 127th Wing at Selfridge Air National Guard Base, Michigan, 25 January 2019. The Tigers were making their annual winter swing around the Detroit region and paid a call on military personnel at Selfridge. The Tigers personnel were briefed on some of the mission capabilities of the personnel at Selfridge, including a walk around an A-10 Thunderbolt II aircraft at the base. Lt. Col. Kurtis Ring from the 107th Maintenance Group informs members of the Detroit Tigers baseball team on some of the munitions that are used on the A-10 Thunderbolt II.

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110th Attack Wing Battle Creek, Michigan

New Program Matches Michigan National Guard Members, Reservists with Civilian Jobs

110th Attack Wing Facebook Page (https://www.facebook.com/110AWBCANG/)

A new public-private initiative aims to reduce unemployment and underemployment among Michigan National Guard and Reserve members by connecting them with career-oriented jobs that fit their specific skillsets and qualifications. Tim Loney, Deputy Director of the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency (MVAA), signed a memorandum of agreement Thursday with Lt. Gen. Gregory Vadnais, Adjutant General and Director of the Michigan Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA), to officially launch the Guard Reserve Interview Promise (GRIP) as a pilot program. Under GRIP, military-friendly employers promise to interview Guard/Reserve members whose military occupational qualifications meet appropriate job opening classifications as determined by a workforce assessment with the employer. The one-year pilot will target the Michigan National Guard, which has about 11,000 members, before expanding to the Reserves. About 10 employers will participate in the pilot, including Comerica, Inc., with the MVAA’s full list of more than 270 Veteran-Friendly Employers expected to participate eventually.

“Our National Guard members and Reservists have sometimes struggled with finding a good job that suits their considerable skills and talents,” Loney said. “The GRIP program addresses this problem head-on by establishing a talent pipeline between the Guard/Reserve and our Veteran-Friendly Employers.” 8 The MVAA is working with employers on the workplace assessments, determining which job openings match up with military occupations. At any one time, Comerica, for example, may have dozens of openings for loan officers and loan processors across the state, and these jobs may line up well with an Army financial manager (36A) or financial technician (36B), or even a human resource specialist (42A), which has a strong customer service focus. In the past, some employers were hesitant to hire or retain National Guard members because of their two-week summer training commitment and possibility of deployment overseas, forcing these patriots to find less than optimal work outside their chosen civilian career path. But the MVAA and other veteran-friendly organizations have helped turn this problem around by educating employers on the value veterans bring through their work ethic, leadership, team- player mentality, and ability to learn new things. The unemployment rate for veterans in Michigan fell from 10.6 percent in 2013 to 3.6 percent in 2017, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Many companies today are having trouble finding enough skilled workers. The GRIP program can help fill this demand by providing employers with a valuable source of quality talent in National Guard and Reserve members. Vadnais said the program also serves as a recruiting and retention tool for National Guard and Reserve units by providing direct access to qualified employers. “The number one reason people leave the National Guard is for employment purposes – they relocate to take a job out of state, for example,” Vadnais said. “The Guard is a part-time force, and that makes civilian employment extremely important to us. Having the ability to offer our people access to good civilian jobs benefits all parties – the service member, the employer, and the National Guard and Reserves.”

About the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency: Created by Executive Order in 2013, MVAA’s mission is to be the central coordinating agency, providing support, care, advocacy and service to veterans and their families. The agency works with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, state departments, county agencies, and community and veterans service organizations throughout the state. The Agency operates the Michigan Veteran Resource Service Center, a 24/7/365 call center in partnership with Michigan 211. By calling 800-MICH-VET (800-642-4838) veterans, family members and service providers can get information and access a comprehensive network of resources and services.

Learn more at MichiganVeterans.com. Learn more about the Veteran-Friendly Employers Program at https://www.michiganveterans.com/Certified-Veteran-Friendly-Employers

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National Guard Service Members Education Benefits

The National Guard values our service members drive to further their education. To support them in their studies, the Michigan National Guard and state legislature implemented the Michigan National Guard State Tuition Assistance Program that to this day is utilized and valued by its service members. Interested in furthering your education and your career goals? Check out the link for more information. https://www.michigan.gov/…/0,4569,7-126-2360_68898---,00.ht…

Reporter, Battle Creek Enquirer Receives State of Michigan Legion of Merit

Mr. Trace Christenson, a reporter for the Battle Creek Enquirer, was presented with the State of Michigan Legion of Merit by 110th Attack Wing commander, Col. Bryan Teff, Feb. 3, 2019, for outstanding service to Battle Creek Air National Guard Base. Mr. Christenson has distinguished himself by telling the story of the men and women of the 110th Attack Wing for the last three decades. He has articulated the base’s mission and heart to the greater Battle Creek area through countless news articles and images, covering some of the most challenging chapters of the unit’s history. Additionally, Mr. Christenson is respected for his own service in the United States Air Force.

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In Memoriam

RIP, Col. Donald G. Miller

Macomb Jurist/Aviator Donald G. Miller, who served his state and nation as a judge and an Air Force officer, died 18 January 2019 at the age of 80. He was well known in aviation and legal circuits. Col. Miller was the husband of Candice S. Miller, the former member of Congress who now serves as the Macomb County Public Works Commissioner. Don Miller served as a Macomb County Circuit Court Judge from 1998 until his retirement in 2010. He became a judge after having served for seven years as a magistrate on the state Worker’s Compensation Appellate Commission. Donald G. Miller was born 17 June 1938 in Grand Rapids. He had a life-long fascination with aviation, often drawing World War II-era fighter planes on his schoolwork in elementary school. He began flying at age 16 in a Piper J-3 Cub and earned his private pilot’s license at age 17. He attended Michigan State University on an Air Force ROTC scholarship and then was commissioned as an Air Force Officer in 1961, initially trained as a pilot of the F-102 Delta Dagger and later transitioning to the F-100 Super Sabre. Miller’s distinguished military career included service in Vietnam, flying with the 509th Fighter Interceptor Squadron, where he flew combat missions from Da Nang and Tan Son Nhut Air Bases during the Vietnam War. Following his service in Vietnam, Col. Miller continued his service in the Michigan Air National Guard. He finished his military career at the rank of colonel after serving as the Commander of Selfridge Air National Guard Base and as Director of Operations for the 127th Tactical Fighter Wing at the base. It was while serving as the Commander of Selfridge, in Harrison Township, that he married the then-Harrison Township Supervisor. Don and Candice Miller were married for 35 years and continued to live in Harrison Township throughout their marriage. Miller retired from the military in 1988 to enter the legal profession. Even after his retirement as a military pilot, Miller continued to fly, building and piloting his own aircraft. He and his home-built RV-8 were well known at Ray Community Airport and many other locations.

RIP, Command Chief Master Sergeant William A. Cieciek

Command Chief Master Sergeant, William A. Cieciek, U.S. Air Force (Retired) died 3 February 2019. He was born 26 September 1927 in Detroit to the late Boleslaw and Wladyslawa Cieciek. Me married Felice “Phyllis” Grabits on 8 October 1949 in Blaine, Ohio. Chief Cieciek served in World War II and the Korean War, then after retiring from the U.S. Air Force he worked as a Department of the Army civilian until his retirement in 1987. He was a member of the NRA, life member of D.A.V. Chapter #12, and a member of the Marysville American Legion Post #449. He was a 32nd Degree Scottish Rite Mason, a life member of Pine Grove Lodge #11, and a life member and Past Master of Marysville Lodge #498 F. & A.M. He is survived by his beloved wife of 69 years, children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

11 RIP, BG Leon D. Worden

BG Leon Delbert Worden of White Lake, Michigan passed away 20 February 2019 at the age of 97. He is survived by his children, grandchildren and great- grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Vera Marie and second wife, Colleen Joy. BG Worden was a World War II veteran and served with the Air National Guard.

RIP, SMSgt Macon “Mickey” Davis

SMSgt Macon Davis of Emmett, Michigan, entered eternal life on 28 December 2018. He was born 1 August 1941 in Detroit Michigan to the late Macon and Marietta Davis. He married Jannifer Campbell 23 June 1962, and they enjoyed 56 years of marriage. Mickey served his country honorably in the U.S. Air Force for four years. He then went on to join the Air National Guard where he became a Senior Master Sergeant and held a long-standing career as an aircraft mechanic until his retirement. When he wasn’t working, he was devoted to his family. Mickey is survived by his wife, Jannifer, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

RIP, MSgt Cyrus “Cy” Napper

MSgt Cyrus “Cy” Napper of Southgate, Michigan, passed away at the age of 75 on 23 January 2019. He is survived by his wife, Adora, children, grandchildren and extended family. Cy will be deeply missed by his family and friends. The Downriver Veteran’s Honor Guard performed military honors at the funeral home.

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VA (Veterans Administration) Assists with Burial of Unclaimed Veterans

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) National Cemetery Administration (NCA) values its partnership with you to honor Veterans with no known next of kin and insufficient financial resources with dignified burial in VA national and VA-grant funded State and Tribal Veterans cemeteries. We could not accomplish this without your efforts. For that reason, we are sending you this message so that you are aware of the revised 2019 reimbursements to ensure that unclaimed Veterans without financial resources may be honored with burial benefits earned through service to our Nation. VA recently revised annual reimbursement allowances. The maximum allowable reimbursement payable in calendar year 2019 for qualifying interments is $2,681 for a casket and $162 for an urn. Please see the Casket/Urn Reimbursement for Unclaimed Veterans Remains Fact Sheet which explains the requirements and procedures for obtaining the reimbursement. Applicants must submit a VA Form 40-10088 Reimbursement of Casket/Urn Additional resources are available to assist you with funeral and transportation expenses for unclaimed Veterans remains when there are insufficient resources. Please see this Unclaimed Veterans Remains Fact Sheet Thank you for your continued support in providing honorable and dignified burials for unclaimed Veterans without sufficient financial resources. Should you have additional questions regarding the claim forms, please contact us using our Inquiry Routing & Information System https://iris.custhelp.com, so we can track inquiries and respond promptly. For information on VA burial benefits, visit http://www.cem.va.gov or call (800) 827-1000. Please look for our future e- mails on burial and memorial benefits available for eligible Veterans and spouses. Also, please encourage your friends and colleagues to sign-up for notifications, future e-mail updates and information regarding VA memorial benefits through GovDelivery at https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/usvanca/subscriber/new.

13 This Day in History…. April 1 1962 Volunteer pilots and ground support personnel from the Michigan Air Guard’s 172nd Tactical Reconnaissance Squadron began training at Kirtland AFB, New Mexico for Operation Blue Straw, nuclear tests conducted at Christmas Island in the middle of the Pacific Ocean. The 172nd was one of the five ANG units that participated in Blue Straw that year. Flying specially equipped RB-57s, their pilots flew through clouds of nuclear dust to gather samples for study.

April 2 2004 Approximately 150 soldiers of the 119th Field Artillery Regiment, working alongside elements of the U.S. Marine Corps, help to repel the largest attack on a U.S. military base since the Vietnam War, during the Battle of Abu Ghraib.

April 7 1941 The Band, 119th Field Artillery, is organized in Lansing. The band is the direct predecessor of today’s 126th Army Band of the Michigan National Guard

April 9 2002 Carol Ann Fausone is the first woman in the Michigan National Guard to be promoted to the rank of brigadier general. A nurse and a member of the Michigan Air National Guard, BG Fausone was also the first Michigan medical officer to achieve the rank of a general officer.

April 14 1831 John E. Schwarz was named adjutant general for the Michigan Territory. A native of Austria, he came to Michigan in 1928, working as part of John Jacob Astor’s fur trading enterprise. He served as adjutant general for the Michigan Territorial Militia beginning in 1831 and continued to hold that position after Michigan became a state in 1837, leaving that post in 1839. In 1844, he was appointed adjutant general of the state militia again, serving through 1855. Schwarz is the only person to have served as adjutant general in Michigan more than one time.

April 25 1861 The East Saginaw Guards and the Flint Grays are combined to form the 2nd Michigan Volunteer Infantry Regiment, for service in the Union Army during the Civil War. Elements of the unit have been part of the Michigan National Guard ever since, serving today as the 1st Battalion, 125th Infantry Regiment.

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April 26 1898 The U.S. declared war against Spain on 25 April 1898, and Camp Eaton near Brighton was established, in name at least, the next day. In reality, the camp didn’t get set up until the middle of June, when the various companies of volunteers began arriving at the camp to muster in and to be known as the First Regiment Michigan Volunteer Reserve Infantry and later as the 35th Michigan Infantry. On 1 July, Col. Edwin M. Irish arrived to take command of the regiment, which consisted of 1,328 men. Here is the text of an historical marker found in Brighton: “This was once the summer camp of Michigan’s National Guard. Here in 1898 the five regiments, which were recruited in the state during the war with Spain, were organized. Ten men volunteered for every one [man] who could be accepted. Two of the units, the 33rd and 34th Michigan Infantry, saw action in Cuba during June and July 1898, in the fighting around Santiago. The 31st Regiment served in the occupation of Cuba. The 32nd and 35th remained in the United States. Of the nearly 6,700 men who served in these regiments, 250 were fatalities. Most of these deaths resulted from disease, not battle action. In 1900, the camp was used as the site of an annual encampment training session for the Michigan National Guard. Shortly thereafter, and exact records are murky, the camp was disbanded and eventually set aside as a recreation area owned and operated by the state.”

John E. Schwarz Adjutant General Michigan 1831-1838 and 1844-1855

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First Female Brigadier General in the MI ANGl

Source: https://www.nationalguard.mil/portals/31/Features/ngbgomo/bio/2/225.html

Brigadier General Carol Ann Fausone was the assistant for mobilization and reserve affairs working directly with the deputy assistant secretary of defense for health affairs, force health protection and readiness. As she served in this capacity, she assisted in developing and implementing programs, policy and operations for reserve affairs.

BG Fausone graduated from college in 1975 and in 1977 received her commission in the United States Air Force as a medical officer. She served on active duty in various nursing staff positions. In late 1981 she transferred to the Michigan Air National Guard and served at Selfridge Air National Guard Base in various staff and command positions. In 1995, BG Fausone transferred to the 110th Medical Squadron, Battle Creek Air National Guard Base, Michigan and was assigned as the medical squadron commander. In January 1998, BG Fausone was selected as the Air National Guard Assistant to the Air Combat Command Nurse at Langley Air Force Base, Virginia and served as liaison between the Air National Guard and the Air Combat Command providing guidance for medical training, policies and programs. From 2003-2011 she served as the Assistant Adjutant General of Veterans Affairs for the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, State of Michigan advocating for Veterans.

Education: 1975 – Bachelor of Science degree, Nursing, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan 1978 – U.S. Air Force Academic Instructor School, Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama 1984 – Squadron Officers School (by correspondence) 1985 – Master of Science in Administration, Madonna University, Livonia, Michigan 1986 – Armed Forces Combat Casualty Care Course, Fort Sam Houston, Texas 1990 – Air Command and Staff College (by correspondence) 1990 – NATO ACE Staff Officers Orientation Course 1990 – U.S. Air Force Nursing Service Management 1993 – Air War College (by correspondence) 1995 – Masters of Science degree, Nursing, Madonna University, Livonia, Michigan 2003 – Capstone, National Defense University

16 Awards and Decorations: Air Force Legion of Merit Air Force Meritorious Service Medal with 2 Oak Leaf Clusters Air Force Commendation Medal Air Force Achievement Medal Air Force Outstanding Unit Award with 1 Oak Leaf Cluster Air Reserve Forces Meritorious Service Medal National Defense Service Medal with One Bronze Star Air Force Longevity Service Award Small Arms Expert Marksmanship Ribbon Air Force Training Ribbon Michigan State Legion of Merit with 2 Oak Leaf Clusters Michigan Broadsword Service Medal with 4 Gold Stars Michigan Outside Continental United States Service Ribbon with 3 Oak Leaf Clusters

Civilian Occupation: Director of Nursing, St. Mary Mercy Hospital, Livonia, Michigan Assistant Adjutant General for Veterans Affairs, Michigan Department of Military & Veterans Affairs Post Retirement: University of Michigan School of Nursing Advisory Board Madonna Foundation Board Michigan Paralyzed Veterans of America Advisory Board

Other Achievements: National Honor Society of Nursing Sigma Theta Tau – 1974 Fairchild Air Force Base first ‘Ms Vice’ – 1979 American Association of University Women Scholarship – 1984 Junior Officer of the Quarter 127th Tactical Fighter Wing – 1984 Senior Nurse Badge – 1985 Chief Nurse Badge – 1989 Air National Guard Medical Readiness Officer of the Year – 1989 Air National Guard Representative NATO Course – 1990 Recipient Oakland University Nightingale Excellence in Nursing Administration – 1994 Recipient Commander’s Trophy 191st Airlift Group, Selfridge ANG Base – 1994 Recipient Major General Johnston Excellence Award – 1995 Air Combat Command Eighth Total Excellence Award – 1996 Air National Guard Air Surgeon Certificate of Appreciation – 2000

Effective Dates of Promotions: Second Lieutenant – 31 March 1977 First Lieutenant – 4 May 1977 Captain – 4 May 1979 Major – 2 December 1984 Lieutenant Colonel – 28 July 1991 Colonel – 5 November 1995 Brigadier General – 1 March 2002

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Museum Happenings

Museum Fundraising Efforts:

Museum Memorial Wall

If you or a loved one served in any branch of the military, active-duty, reserves or guard, you can purchase a brick in that person’s memory or honor of their time served and have it placed in the Museum’s Memorial Wall. A form for ordering bricks is located at the end of the newsletter.

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Go-Fund-Me

The Selfridge Military Air Museum has launched a “Go-Fund-Me” initiative to raise funds for improvements to the Museum’s infrastructure. We’re hoping that we will be able to build a “new” home for the USMC FG-1D Corsair that is currently being restored by our restoration team. Please help if you can!! For more information, watch the video by clicking on the link below or copying and pasting the link into your URL bar: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_bRupDKhHHU&feature=youtu.be. If you’re interested in helping us out with this project, you can make a donation by clicking on this link or by copying/pasting the link into your URL bar: https://www.gofundme.com/7tqvzq-maghaselfridge-military- airmuseum.

Partnership with Texas Roadhouse, Chesterfield Township

The Selfridge Military Air Museum has partnered with the Texas Roadhouse, located on 23 Mile Road, Chesterfield Township, Mich. for a fund raiser coming in April 2019. Please see the flyer pictured below for the specifics of the event. To be safe, even though we have been assured that an electronic copy of the flyer is acceptable, please print and bring the flyer with you to the event. But, most important of all: PLEASE SHARE THIS FLYER with your friends and family and encourage them to come out on 8 April 2019 (4 – 10 p.m.) to support the Selfridge Military Air Museum with their first-ever fundraiser with Texas Roadhouse.

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MUSEUM HAPPENINGS (cont.)

Fundraiser with Panera Bread

Come and join the Michigan Air Guard Historical Association and the Selfridge Military Air Museum @ their first fundraiser with Panera Bread on Friday, 7 June 2019 from 4 to 8 p.m. Panera is located @ 51490 Gratiot Avenue, Chesterfield, Michigan (in the Target shopping center). Please bring along the flyer below to give your cashier to insure that MAGHA and the air museum get credit. MAGHA will receive 20% of the proceeds. Please share this flyer with your friends and family and encourage them to come out and join MAGHA in this “new” fundraiser.

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Museum Happenings (cont.)

Historic Tea:

Planning stages have begun for the Second Annual Historic Tea held on the grounds of the Selfridge Military Air Museum. We’re still in the process of lining up the speaker and caterer, and confirming the date, but we’re hoping to hold it on Saturday, 20 July 2019 @ 11 a.m.

Library Research Team:

Ongoing projects in the library are the digitization of the photos and documents in our multiple file cabinets and the creation of an index of our archival holdings. Regular volunteers, Pat Williams and Mary Lou Pearsall along with Team Chief, Lori Nye are the ones working on this project. Volunteer, Joe Mazzara is continuing his research on and biographical sketch of the Base Commanders @ Selfridge Field through the present day. He has been given a couple of other projects to work on when the going gets slow on his initial project. They are building/updating the history files on the various units/squadrons that have been assigned to Selfridge over the years and organizing our Aircraft Accidents files and adding to them with any information he can gleam from other sources. Patrick, our newest volunteer, is still waiting on his computer to be updated with a new version of Microsoft Access, before he retackles building an updated/current database of library’s book collection and adding all the “new” books that the library has received over the last two years, while we’ve been waiting for the software/computer upgrade. While attending the last Base Community Council meeting held at the Dining Facility on base, Lori scouted out, with the assistance of Phil Ulmer, Chief of Public Affairs, 127th Wing, an historical plaque that hangs in the old Base Chapel. This plaque lists the pilots from the 94th “Hat-in-the-Ring” Aero Squadron (Pursuit) or 94th Fighter Interceptor Squadron from 1918 through 1959, reported missing or killed in the line of duty. The 94th Aero Squadron (Pursuit) was assigned to then Selfridge Field as part of the 1st Pursuit Group in 1917, leaving to go to France for World War I. It returned to Selfridge Field and remained there up to the beginning of World War II. The squadron’s current home is at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia and has been redesignated the 94th Fighter Squadron.

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Museum Happenings (cont.)

Information was provided to Bruce Gregory on a license plate topper from Selfridge Field, 1941. The plate is currently owned by Bruce, though as Bruce shared with us, it previously was owned by draftee, Charles Collyer of Redford Township, who was inducted into the U.S. Army on 18 April 1941.The topper plate generally measures about 10” x 3.5”. Holes are drilled in the plate top and bottom, so that the plate could be affixed to the top or bottom of the state issued license plate for the vehicle. The year, 1941, (on right) is the year issued. Numbers on left (2-32) may be the number in a sequence of plates that were issued that year. Lori Nye, Library Team Chief, with the assistance of Bob Hudson, Museum’s Assistant Director and Dave Leasia, Team Chief, Grounds and Information Technology set up the display for January- February 2019 at the Anton Art Center during their Michigan XLVI. Here are a few photos from the display.

Indian Deed between the Ocipwe (Chippewa) Indian Nation and William Tucker, signed in Detroit on 22 September 1780. William Tucker had been a captive/slave of the Ocipwe. He was given his freedom and as much land along the shores of Lake St. Clair as he could pace off from sunrise to sunset. Tucker’s land along with that of others became what is now known as Selfridge Air National Guard Base.

Hat-in-the-Ring emblem of the 94th Aero((Pursuit) Squadron that was once stationed at Selfridge Field.

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Museum Happenings (cont.)

On left is a painting by Marii Chernev, a Bulgarian-born artist, of Major Royce in a P-6 Curtiss Hawk over Selfridge Field. This painting depicts the original gat to Selfridge off of Joy Blvd and Jefferson Avenue (before I-94 was built).

This display for 2019 took the history of Selfridge Field basically through the 1930s up to the Korean War. Stay tuned for 2020 & Michigan XLVII, when we do 1950s to 1971.

Restoration Team: The Restoration Team led by Darrel Rohrbeck is continuing their steady progress on restoring the Museum’s FG-1D Corsair. Steady progress has been made and one wing is done with maybe some additional minor work, ready to paint, and work is progressing on the 2nd wing. Here is a photo (below) of the finished wing. Check out the Museum’s website @ www.selfridgeairmuseum.org, if you’re interested in donating to this worthy cause.

Before & after photo of left wing.

Grounds Team: The Grounds Team volunteers are sort of quiet this time of year. Most of the regular crew is either enjoying the balmy weather in sunny Florida or just relaxing at home getting geared up for the upcoming season.

Visual Information Team: They’re taking a break this time of year, though their Team Chief, Rob Sandstrom has been helping with some videos for the redesign of the Museum’s display.

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Museum Happenings (cont.)

Visual Information Team: They’re taking a break this time of year, though their Team Chief, Rob Sandstrom has been helping with some videos for the redesign of the Museum’s display. Stand-by to see the redesign on Opening Day 2019, 6 April. Jon has completed the photographic inventory of the completed uniforms in our collection and will soon be starting on scanning the oversize negatives in our collection.

Maintenance Team: Haven’t heard anything of what this crew has been up to over the winter months, but they’ve been seen around the Museum helping out wherever they’ve been needed.

Information Technology: Fred Durr was seen last week working on the Museum’s R2800 engine display so it’s ready to go for our 2019 season. Dave Leasia, Team Chief, has been helping out wherever needed with the Museum’s display redesign and keeping the Network functioning and everyone on our fine team of volunteers happy … not an easy task!

Redesign of Museum Display: Over the last few months the museum display has been undergoing a redesign. So make sure you stop by on/after our ‘Opening Day, 6 April 2019’ to check it out!

These are brought to you from “The Tailspinner” a WWII publication from Foster Field, Texas.

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Museum Happenings (cont.)

MAGHA MEMBERS – We Need YOU!

Please consider volunteering as a weekend docent in the Gift Shop, Flight Training area, SPAD Hangar, or as an Inside/Outside floater. Your volunteering will continue to promote the history of the Air National Guard @ Selfridge and ONLY YOU have unique stories to tell of YOUR time serving. We’re also looking ‘for a few good men & women’ to serve as volunteers on the Tuesday & Friday gigs, but our weekend docents really need a “boost” in numbers!!!!!!!! If volunteering as a weekend docent, standard procedure is about 10 days per season, but if you can only give the museum two to four, don’t let that stop you from applying. We may have funds to keep the Museum operational, but without docents, we don’t have a Museum! Maybe even get your spouse interested in volunteering with you as a “team”. You can obtain the Volunteer Application Form from the Museum’s website http://www.selfridgeairmuseum.org, or call the Museum Director and he’ll send you the application (586-239-6768; or email: [email protected]. If interested in joining our Tuesday/Friday group of volunteers, here are the areas where we desperately need help. Look for the areas with an asterisk *.

Please sign up today!

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READER INFORMATION SURVEY

One of the well-received features of the MANGBANG is information on our individual members that is shared with the at-large membership.

Please help us continue this feature by completing the survey below and mailing it to MAGHA, 27333 C Street, Bldg. 1011, Selfridge ANG Base MI 48045 or e-mail the information to [email protected].

FULL NAME AND RANK

DATE I JOINED THE GUARD

DATE I LEFT THE GUARD

LAST UNIT WHEN I LEFT THE GUARD

WHAT HAVE YOU BEEN UP TO SINCE YOU LEFT THE GUARD

WHAT DO YOU ENJOY READING IN THE MANGBANG AND WHAT WOULD YOU LIKE TO SEE INCLUDED IN FUTURE ISSUES?

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Kroger Community Rewards Program

HELP Support the Selfridge Military Air Museum!

Support the Selfridge Military Air Museum & enroll in Kroger’s Community Rewards Program

Kroger Community Rewards Program: This program will link purchases made with your Kroger’s Plus Card to the Selfridge Military Air Museum so that a portion of the sale is donated back to the Selfridge Military Air Museum.

Please note — Once you have enrolled in the program and identified the nonprofit organization of your choice, you do not need to re-register annually. Step by step instructions if you have never registered online

1. Go to www.krogercommunityrewards.com 2. Create an account by entering your email, a password and your zip code. 3. Select your preferred store location. 4. Click on the “Create Account” button. 5. Enter your Kroger’s card number and your last name. 6. Click the “Save” button. 7. At the bottom of the next screen, click on the “Enroll button” 8. Enter in your contact information. 9. Click on the “Save” button. 10. In the “Find Your Organization” box, enter the number LI431 and click “Search”. 11. Click on circle/dot next to “Selfridge Military Air Museum”. 12. Click on the “Enroll” button. You are now registered to support the Selfridge Military Air Museum.

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Amazon Smile:

For information about the Amazon Smile Program that the museum is enrolled in, check out the website: http://selfridgeairmuseum.org/support_AmazonSmile.htmClick on the link here in order to sign into If you already have an Amazon account, then log in to your account with your email/user name and password from the link on the museum’s website. If successful, you should receive a notice saying “Thank you” and that your purchases will be in support of the Selfridge Military Air Museum. If you need to create an Amazon account, click on the link to “create an account”. You will need to have an email account to participate and have the following information to fill in: Type your name, email, retype your email, create a password, and retype your password. If it all matches, click “Create Amazon Account”.

Amazon will donate 0.5% of the price of your eligible Amazon Smile purchases to the charitable organization of your choice.

The Selfridge Military Air Museum says, “Thank You for Your Support”!!

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MAGHA MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION

I believe that my support for the goals of the Michigan Air Guard Historical Association and the Selfridge Military Air Museum will attest to my commitment to the Michigan Air National Guard, Selfridge Air National Guard Base, and the thousands of dedicated men and women who have served our great nation and the State of Michigan. I wish to demonstrate this commitment by becoming a member of MAGHA as follows:

NEW MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION RENEWAL MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION PATRON MEMBERSHIP ($1,000.00) SUSTAINING MEMBERSHIP ($500.00) LIFE MEMBERSHIP ($250.00) REGULAR MEMBERSHIP ($25.00) DONATION ONLY

RANK & NAME ______UNIT OF AFFILIATION (ONLY ONE PLEASE) ______MEMBER OF THE MI ANG (YEARS ONLY) FROM ______TO ______ADDRESS ______CITY ______STATE ______ZIP CODE ______E-MAIL ADDRESS ______

HOW WOULD YOU PREFER TO RECEIVE YOUR NEWSLETTER (check one) BY EMAIL BY US MAIL OFF THE WEB SITE (www.selfridgeairmuseum.org)

Complete your payment information below and mail to: 27333 C St, Bldg. 1011, Selfridge ANG Base MI 48045

WE appreciate YOUR support of MAGHA. REMEMBER your membership donation is 100% TAX DEDUCTIBLE.

MICHIGAN SOLICITATION LICENSE NUMBER: MICS 26603

O Check #______dated ______enclosed.

Checks should be made payable to “MAGHA”.

Please charge my: O VISA CARD O MASTER CARD O AMERICAN EXPRESS CARD O DISCOVER CARD Account # ______Expiration Date ______Signature: ______

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MEMORIAL WALL

SELFRIDGE MILITARY AIR MUSEUM

The Michigan Air Guard Historical Association (MAGHA) has completed construction of a Memorial Area in the center of the Air Park at the Selfridge Military Air Museum. The memorial is a place to honor all members of the military who gave their lives in the line of duty and in the service of this great nation, to recognize all those who have in the past or who are currently serving their country, and to acknowledge the contributions made by families and companies to the preservation of freedom. Pictures of the Memorial Area and the Memorial Wall are above. The centerpiece is an elevated F-86 Sabre aircraft, an aircraft flown, maintained, and supported by three Michigan Air Guard units in the mid-1950s. Flanking the F-86 is the Memorial Wall topped by engraved Memorial Bricks such as those shown below.

We invite you to become part of this memorial and to recognize a unit, an individual, or a family by purchasing an engraved b rick that will become a permanent part of the Memorial Wall. Cash donations for the Memorial project are also welcome. All memorial brick purchases and donations for this effort are tax-deductible per Section 170 of the Internal Revenue Service Code. Engraved memorial bricks cost $100.00 per brick for non-members (cost includes a one-year membership in MAGHA), $75.00 per brick for members, and $50.00 per brick when multiple brick orders are made. For example, a one-brick order from a MAGHA member would cost $75.00, a two-brick order would cost $125.00, and a three-brick order $175.00. Information about MAGHA can be obtained by calling 586-239-6768, by visiting our web site at www.selfridgeairmuseum.org, or by writing to us at the address below.

If you would like to participate in this worthwhile project, please complete the order form and indicate your payment method below and mail this form to MAGHA, 27333 C Street, Bldg 1011, Selfridge ANG Base MI 48045. An asterisk (*) will be added after the honoree’s name for veterans.

MEMORIAL BRICK ORDER FORM

Name: Address: Day Time Phone Number:

Please install an engraved memorial brick in the Memorial Wall at the Selfridge Military Air Museum in honor of the following. O This individual is a veteran. Please add an asterisk (*) after their name. This individual is not a veteran. O Please send me information on joining the Michigan Air Guard Historical Association.

Three lines are possible with a maximum of 12 characters per line and a maximum of 36 characters per brick. Periods, commas, asterisks, and spaces between words counts as characters. You will be sent a receipt with a proposed layout.

O Check # dated enclosed. Checks should be made payable to “MAGHA”.

Please charge my: O VISA CARD O MASTER CARD O AMERICAN EXPRESS CARD O DISCOVER CARD

Account# ______

Expiration Date: _____

Signature: ______

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MICHIGAN AIR NATIONAL GUARD

HISTORY BOOKS Michigan Air Guard Historical Association

The Michigan Air Guard Historical Association created a four volume set of history books covering the periods 1926-2010.

Volume 1 covers the period from 1926 to 1976

Volume 2 covers the period from 1976 to 1986

Volume 3 covers the period from 1986 to 1996

Volume 4 covers the period from 1996 to 2010

If you wish to purchase one or more of these volumes, please complete the order form and indicate your payment method below then mail this form to MAGHA, 27333 C St, Bldg 1011, Selfridge ANGB MI 48045.

Please send the volumes I have circled below to: NAME: ADDRESS

Volume 1 (1926-1976) $2.00 Number Requested Volume 2 (1976-1986) $4.00 Number Requested Volume 3 (1986-1996) $2.00 Number Requested Volume 4 (1996-2010) B&W inside $6.00 Number Requested Full Color $35.00 Number Requested Shipping/Handling $4.00 (APPLICABLE TO ALL MAIL ORDERS)

TOTAL REMITTED $

O Check #_ dated enclosed. Checks should be made payable to “MAGHA”.

Please charge my: O VISA CARD O MASTER CARD O AMERICAN EXPRESS CARD O DISCOVER CARD Account #

Expiration Date:

Signature:

MAGHA Phone: 586-239-6768

27333 C Street, Bldg 1011 Fax: 586-239-6646 Selfridge ANG Base MI 48045 Email: [email protected] Michigan Air Guard Historical Association

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