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Keli Schmid aligned with the 10th Mtn Div (LI) which is ARCHIVIST, DENVER PUBLIC LIBRARY based at , NY. In a re-patching For the first time since 1945, as part of a ceremony held on Oct. 30, 2016, at Camp pilot training program, the 10th Mountain Hale, CO, the Mountain tab was presented Division will have a presence in Colorado. to the six companies of the battalion, which The program pairs Army Reserve and Na- are based in Alamosa, Colorado Springs, tional Guard units with active-duty units for Fort Lupton, Grand Junction and Windsor. improved training. The 1st Battalion, 157th Throughout the proceedings, attendees Infantry of the has were awed by soldiers in traditional uniforms standing on cliff tops and giving climbing demonstra- tions on the cliff faces adjacent to the cer- emony. The ceremony included remarks from veteran Hugh Evans (85-C, A), who served with the 10th in WWII. Evans introduced PHOTOS BY MELANIE LOVELAND himself by name, rank and serial number, Veterans of the original WWII 10th watch and then called on each of the other 10 Dole, Jr. — whose father, Charles Minot was his life.” as Army Reserve and National Guardsmen Division veterans present to do the same. “Minnie” Dole, lobbied for the first United The new alignment will not only allow return the division to Colorado. From left Sandy Treat (86-H) introduced himself States Army mountain troops in 1940 — led the Colorado National Guard to train with are Don Todd, Marlin Wineberg, Dick and gave his rank, but jokingly told Hugh attendees in a few verses of the Division’s one of the most-deployed divisions in the Over, Charles Woudenberg, Clarence to “forget the serial number.” Evans then “official” song, “90 Pounds of Rucksack.” Army, but will also allow the 10th Mountain Dawson and Neal Yorker. Not pictured: led everyone in a rendition of “Gentlemen- Minnie Dole died in 1976, but Mint Dole Division to once again train in Colorado, Lee Anderson, Hugh Evans, Francis ‘Bud’ Rankers.” said he knew his father was sitting up on the benefitting from the knowledge the 1st Bat- Lovett, Joe Perry and Sandy Treat. Following Evans, Charles Minot “Mint” cliff just beside the ceremony because “this talion, 157th Infantry has of the area. GRATEFUL FOR SUPPORT GIVEN TO DRUM (Note: Shortly after 10th Mtn Div Over the past year, we’ve felt humbled all of us. Headquarters returned from deployment and honored by the community we call All of this, and so much more we DEPLOYMENT to Afghanistan, its Commanding General home. From the Mountain Monument haven’t mentioned, is a testament to your took the time to thank the wider commu- in Thompson Park to the volunteerism level of appreciation. It continues to serve nity for support offered over the past ma- at Riverfest and the opportunity to hear as a reminder to all who visit: The North CONCLUDES ny years of overseas assignments; his letter Lee Brice sing about one of our Gold Star Country community’s support is the appeared in the Watertown Daily Times.) families, standing shoulder-to-shoulder benchmark for all Department of Defense Gordon Block My wife, Tracy, and I want you to with our community at Mountainfest, communities. Watertown Daily Times know how much we appreciate all you thank you. Your continued participation Your 10th Mountain Division remains As the headquarters of the 10th Moun- have done over the past 15 years for our in the Adopt-a-10th Mountain Platoon one of the most deployed divisions in tain Division returned from a deployment soldiers and our families. Program provides a huge morale boost the . By design and in Afghanistan, its commander noted that During my tenure here as command- to our deployed soldiers, and your Op- by hard-earned reputation, it will con- their return nearly brought the entire divi- ing general, with a large portion of the eration Yellow Ribbon events here at tinue to be the division of choice in the sion back to the North Country. division deployed, with so much in our home encourage the loved ones we’ve years ahead, serving our nation where “We’re very close to a full nest,” said MG Army changing, the North Country’s left behind. the need is greatest. We will never fail in Jeffrey L. Bannister. “That’s a very big deal.” support remained steadfast. From a Your welcoming of our children into our assigned mission, and we all thank He said the only unit still deployed is the readiness standpoint, soldiers always your schools, as well as social and ath- you for the part you play in making that 1st Battalion, 10th Aviation Regiment, 10th perform better when they know they letic activities, continues to smooth the happen. , which is in are appreciated and their loved ones are transition of our young families who Climb to Glory! and Kuwait. cared for. As a father and husband, my move all too often and must live with the MG Jeffrey L. Bannister About 40 soldiers from the division appreciation comes from a much deep- stress of many deployments. Making us Commander, er place. part of your family makes life easier for Fort Drum & 10th Mountain Division SEE DEPLOYMENT ON PAGE 4 PAGE 2 BLIZZARD 2016 NUMBER 3 President’s Report ASSOCIATION WORKS FOR Editorial material and photographs should be clearly marked with the sender’s name and address. No photographs will be returned unless specifically requested. All materials should be sent to Felicity Hallanan, Blizzard Editor, 95 Zahler Tract, Sandy Creek, NY 13145, or by e-mail to blizzarded@ gmail.com. Opinions expressed in this publication reflect those of the magnificent soldiers of the 10th GREATER COORDINATION and do not necessarily conform to accepted journalistic standards. Editor reserves the right to rewrite, renegotiate or refuse materials submitted for publication. Questions? Contact the editor at 315-387- 2929 or by e- mail. Subscription rate for non-members: $20. per year. BOARD OF DIRECTORS AMONG ORGANIZATIONS The National Board of Directors shall be composed of the following: Chairman of the Board, Galen Jackman to northern in June. The Descen- National President, National Senior Vice President, National Secretary, National Treasurer, all PRESIDENT (MG RET., 10TH MOUNTAIN DIVISION [LI]) dants, under Steve Coffey’s leadership, Chapter Presidents, the Blizzard Editor, the Executive Director, the President of the 10th Moun- tain Division Foundation, the President of the 10th Mountain Division Descendants, Inc., and Greetings! I hope everyone has en- are organizing the trip. This is an oppor- two voting members at large who may be appointed at the option of the President. The number joyed a beautiful fall so far. I know Hur- tunity to explore some of the battlefields of directors may be increased or decreased in the manner set forth in the Certificate of Incorpo- ricane Matthew wreaked havoc on the of our 10th Mountain forefathers and ration. (Article IV, Section 2, National Bylaws, National Association of the 10th Mountain Divi- sion, Inc.) southeast coast recently and we pray for continue the great relationship we have The National Executive Committee shall consist of the President (Committee Chairman), Senior those affected and for a speedy recovery. with the Italians in the local area. You Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, the Blizzard Editor, the Executive Director and two members at I know there are many Association don’t have to be a descendant to partici- large, if needed, to be appointed by the President. The Executive Director shall assist the President members, prospective members, and pate. We’re going to have a great time. in the administration of this committee. (Article VII, Section 1, National Bylaws, National Associa- our affiliates who are not knowledge- Second, we are hosting the Interna- tion of the 10th Mountain Division, Inc.). able or who are confused about all of our tional Federation of Mountain Soldiers President Executive Director Liaisons affiliated organizations — groups and (IFMS) next fall in the North Country. Galen Jackman (10th LI) Vacant 10th Mt. Div. Descendants 750 Summerwind Drive Steve Coffey partners, what they do, and how they all Jim Redmore, our vice president, is or- Union Hall, VA 24176 OTHER NATIONAL OFFICERS 1630 York Mills Lane fit into the greater picture and effort in ganizing this effort. If you are interested Chairman of the Board Reston, VA 20194 sustaining the legacy of the 10th Moun- in helping and/or participating, shoot Senior V.P. Michael Plummer (10th LI) tain Division. Under Trux Dole’s leader- Jim a note via our website. This is an ex- Steve Coffey (87-F Desc) 121 Paddock Street Tenth Mt. Div. Foundation 1630 York Mills Lane ship, the Foundation is creating a video cellent opportunity to meet our interna- Watertown, NY 13601 Trux Dole Reston, VA 20194 133 South Van Gordon Street, that explains that bigger tional counterparts and Chaplain show them a first-class Vice President Dr. Larry Fields (Desc 85-HQ) Suite 200 picture. It succinctly James Redmore (10th LI) 6300 Deane Hill Drive Lakewood, CO 80228 describes the Tenth event in the United 25851 Crowner Road Knoxville, TN 37919 When it comes time 10th Mt. Div. Living History Foundation, National States. Carthage, NY 13619 Association, Descen- This October, our As- Webmaster Group for renewal, we Secretary Aldea (Dee) Claiaremont-LaParr (HON) David Little (HON) dants, 10th Hut Asso- sociation Board of Di- Mark Forman (10th LI) 10thmtndivassoc.org 1198 Thornbury Place ciation, 10th Mountain will be responsive, rectors met in Reston, 1604 Ridge Road Highlands Ranch, CO 80129 Division Resource Cen- VA. The Board consists Leavenworth, KS 66048 Art Director Robert J. Wiebel (Assoc/Hon) Denver Public Library ter, History Colorado and I solicit of our current officers Treasurer 4690 Decatur Circle Resource Center Center, and Fort Drum and chapter presidents. Melbourne, FL 32934 Keli Schmid your continued Rich Babbitt (10th LI) Museum. The video has We focused on the cur- P.O. Box 157 Presidents Emeriti 10 West 14th Avenue Parkway been completed and we rent state of the Associ- Houghton, NY 14744 Denver, CO 80204-2731 participation in the Earl E. Clark (87-HQ-1) will post it on our web- ation and its way ahead Hugh Evans (85-A, C) Blizzard Editor Dean Carmichael (110-SIG) Resource Center Liaison site. Association. over the next three Felicity Hallanan (Assoc) John Duffy (86-HQ-2) Dan Whittemore In my last “Blizzard” years. The Descendants 95 Zahler Tract Michael Plummer (10th LI) 3131 E. Alameda Ave, Unit 408 message to you, I brief- Board of Directors met Sandy Creek, NY 13145 Denver, CO 80208 ly discussed our effort the next day. Steve Cof- NATIONAL EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE to solicit, receive, share, and archive fey, the Descendants president, Trux Arizona Mt. Rainier Rocky Mountain personal Soldier stories about their ex- Dole, the Tenth Foundation president, Vacant Chris Loewy John C. Russell (HHC, 10th periences in the modern 10th Moun- and I participated in both BOD meet- 3937 Corliss Ave. N Mtn Div [LI] Ret.) Armadillo Seattle, WA 98103 PO Box 1613 tain () Division. Felicity ings. One of our goals is greater coordi- Karen Case Palmer Lake, CO 80133 Hallanan, our Blizzard editor, is our nation and cooperation among all of the 30 Caudill Road Metro New York Sierra Nevada lead in this effort. If you have a story affiliated organizations; a report of the Enola, ZR 72047 Folded into Upstate NY Val Rios (Desc) 6816 S. Maple that you would like to contribute, you results will be forthcoming in the next Big Sky Midwest Fresno, CA 93725 can contact her through our website “Blizzard.” Larry Wilson Patty Larocca (Desc) P.O. Box 3 (see Roundout Brigade story, this edi- As I reported in my last message, our Columbia Falls, MT 59912 1151 Parkside Court Southeast Carol Stream, IL 60188-3974 Folded into , DC tion). membership database is now in good Delaware River Valley This leads me to another, but larger, shape. Although it takes constant atten- Barbara Catterall (Desc) New England Southern California initiative regarding a comprehensive, tion to keep it updated, we are confident 3003 Cricket Circle Robert A. Linscott (Desc) Yandell Bishop (Desc) Edison, NJ 08820 10 Pelczar Rd. P.O.Box 638 yet concise, collection and publication we have a grip on it. If you do not have Dracut, MA 01826 Seal Beach, CA 90470 of the 10th Mountain (Light Infantry) your new membership card, please let Fort Drum Mike Plummer North Central Upper Peninsula history. The history of the 10th Moun- us know, and we will get one out to you. 121 Paddock Street VACANT Folded into Midwest tain Division formed in WWII is quite When it comes time for renewal, we will Watertown, NY 13601 well documented. However, this is not be responsive, and I solicit your contin- Northwest Upstate New York Golden Dragon Bruce Wagstaff William Morrison the case with the modern 10th Moun- ued participation in the Association. I Pete Tingstrom 118 S Kainalu Drive 7703 SE Martins 341 Wormer Road tain Light Division. Doug Schmidt, who also encourage you to contact your Kailua, HI 96734 Portland, OR 97206 Voorheesville, NY 12186 manages our social media, is beginning friends who are not members, and ask Lower Michigan RoadRunner Utah to organize this effort. As we formulate them to join us. We have a lot of Veter- Robert Lafean (Desc) Rebecca (Becky) Joyce (Desc) Ron Sawdey the plan, we will keep you updated. ans of the modern 10th Mountain Divi- 714 Lakeview 1010 Arabela Road 2016 Emerson Ave. Port Huron, MI 48060 Tinnie, NM 88351 Salt Lake City, UT 84108 As a reminder, we have two major sion who are the future of this Associa- events on the horizon. First, we’re going tion. 2016 NUMBER 3 BLIZZARD PAGE 3

RESOURCE CENTER ADVISORY COMMITTEE FOCUSES ON EXHIBIT AT DENVER LIBRARY Felicity Hallanan bols are used as markers. He gave a Keli Schmid, Archivist BLIZZARD EDITOR, ASSOCIATE lengthy account, as well, of how it is 10TH MOUNTAIN DIVISION RESOURCE CENTER that Patton is buried there and what The Advisory Committee for the 10th Mountain Division Resource Center “All who shall hereafter live that has entailed in terms of meeting held its annual meeting on July 16, 2016, at History Colorado. in freedom will be here reminded family wishes as well as acknowledging The group included Kate Raabe, Elisa Phelps, Gary Burton, Dan Whitte- that to these men and their comrades public interest. more, Denise Taylor, Flint Whitlock, Dave Little, Keli Schmid and Jim Kroll, we owe a debt to be paid As he talked, small groups, some- and was joined by Dana Mathios on behalf of the Colorado Ski and Snow- with grateful remembrance times only couples or individuals alone, board Museum in Vail. of their sacrifice and with the high resolve wandered among the graves, pausing to Highlights from the Resource Center at Denver Public Library include a that the cause for which they died talk quietly, or lay flowers, or just look. shall live eternally.” discussion about a 10th Mountain Division exhibit on the fifth floor of the And in our group of about 20, there was respectful silence until he concluded. library in 2019 or 2020, with 2020 being the 75th anniversary of the end of — Dwight D. Eisenhower World War II. At that point one tall man stepped for- ward to explain that his party came There was also discussion about the near-record number of reference re- The inscription is carved in a massive quests that have been received this year. In 2015, the center answered an from , and wanted to present a stone at the cemetery operated by the small memento in thanks for the sacri- average of 18 requests per month, and 2016 has seen an average of 28 per American Battle Monuments Commis- month. Requests range from those quickly answered: “Was my uncle a mem- fices of the American soldiers. Immedi- sion in Luxembourg, but it could just as ately we thought of the many members ber of the 10th Mtn Div?” to those that take several days and a team of re- well appear in any of the other 25 cem- of the original 10th Mountain Division search volunteers to answer: “Can you tell me what my grandfather did in the eteries in Europe, North Africa and the who had come from Scandinavian 10th?” Pacific. They were established to care countries, including Finland. Norwe- Highlights from History Colorado include the announcement that Steve for the remains of U.S. military who gian Olympic skier Torger Tokle (86-A), Turner, formerly Vice President of Preservation Programs and current State died in World Wars I and II. Of course for example, is buried with other 10th Historic Preservation Officer, has been appointed as Executive Director of that includes those 355 members of the Mountain comrades in Florence. We History Colorado. Steve and History Colorado Director of Development Ja- 10th Mountain Division who lie in the could only ponder at this non-coinci- net Burlile plan to meet with the 10th Mountain Division Foundation to dis- cemetery near Florence, Italy. dence. cuss exhibits and partnership moving forward. The grounds outside of the capital Over the next few days we joined Also of note is a Division artifact display which coincided with the patch- city of Luxembourg are situated in a other visitors to cemeteries and muse- ing ceremony at on October 30, 2016, as well as discussions about forest which surrounds the white mar- ums of the two world wars — Bastogne, how to increase communication and collaboration between the library and ble crosses and Stars of David mark- Ypres, Flanders fields — and, like the the museum to create a more connected public face. ing graves of the known and unknown. communities in the Apennines of Italy, Dana Mathios is the Collection Manager for the Colorado Ski and Snow- That includes the cross of General were struck by the many, many lands board Museum. She is in the process of redesigning their Division exhibit, George S. Patton, whose death came, in which Americans have served their and would like to make the new one as big as possible. There are currently ironically, not as he was leading troops country and others. And we wondered about 600 objects in the museum’s collection, and they are developing stan- across North Africa and Europe, but af- which from the current wars will be the dardized nomenclature for the items in their catalog. ter the war in a vehicle accident. He is sites to be visited in the future; will it be To aid this effort, David Little, President of the 10th Mountain Division Liv- set aside only because so many ask to Kabul, or Mosul, Mogadishu or Port- ing History Display Group, provided an official list of every item a new recruit visit his grave, and it was in the end sim- au-Prince or or any of the ma- would have received, from socks to rucksacks. pler to place him somewhat apart from ny other places where the Army’s most- The 10th Mountain Division Foundation has been working on a project the rest. Beyond that, all are equal, with deployed Division has found itself since the markers spreading before a tall tow- to add a flagpole with a 10th flag to the Colorado Freedom Memorial, which being reactivated over 30 years ago? er in which one can find a few moments honors all soldiers from Colorado who have died in any war. The American The point is, we all need to remember for quiet prayer. Extensive maps of the Legion has plans to build a Colorado military history museum near the me- and, when possible, visit those places Europe battlefields are located on both morial. where brave people gave their lives. sides of that tower. And so we commend to you next year’s Hugh Evans has stepped down from organizing the Annual Ski-In at Ski We arrived at the cemetery outside Cooper, so Denise Taylor, Trish and Craig Clark, Rick and Victoria Johnson, “Hill Towns Discovery” trip to Italy the village of Hamm late on a Sunday sponsored by the 10th Mountain Divi- Joy Elison and Gary Burton have formed a committee to keep the tradition morning, and just as Superintendent sion Descendants Inc. alive. One of the events they are planning is a snowmobile tour of the Camp Scott Des Jardins himself was leading a While not too many of our veterans Hale area. group of visitors through. He lives in the from that time may be able to make the The Resource Center Advisory Committee will next meet on Jan. 14, 2017, woods nearby and for six years has been journey, you will find others who have with plans to meet a second time later in the year. overseer of these hallowed grounds, grown up knowing, or are just learning, along with a dedicated staff. about their exploits. The Denver Public Library Western History/Genealogy Department For the next hour we stood, listen- And whether it is in Bastogne or on 10 West 14th Avenue Parkway, Denver, CO 80204-2731 ing to his detailed account of the Lux- the Western Front or innumerable embourg Cemetery and Memorial other places — in this case in northern Email: [email protected]. Phone: (720) 865-1812. grounds, from the 22 sets of brothers Italy — you will never take freedom for buried there, to why only certain sym- granted again. PAGE 4 BLIZZARD 2016 NUMBER 3 COMBAT MEDIC HONORED WITH DEDICATION OF CLINIC Fort Drum Public Affairs with V device for his hero.” The Fort Drum Medical Dept Activi- actions that day. Suich addressed past and present ty, the 10th Mtn Div (LI), family, friends On Feb. 19, 2007, Specialist Bowe soldiers of 1-89 Cavalry, thanking them and fellow soldiers of SPC Matthew C. was killed in action when the vehicle for coming, reminding them to keep Bowe gathered July 22, 2016, in front he was riding in was struck by another Bowe in their living memories and fol- of the Troop Medical Clinic II for a cer- IED. low his example of selfless service to emony to rename the medical center “You hear the word ‘hero’ talked each other and the nation. as the Bowe Troop Medical Clinic. about a lot today — in fact, that word is “I have three sons, and I just hope to The clinic’s renaming honors Spe- sort of abused,” said retired COL Mark God that they can act with just a little cialist Bowe, a combat medic assigned Suich, who was Bowe’s squadron com- bit of the professionalism and maturity to the 1st Squadron, 89th Cavalry Regt, mander. “And quite frankly, there are exhibited by a 19-year-old specialist 2nd Brigade Combat Team (BCT), for only a few people who meet that (defi- from western Pennsylvania out there his actions in Iraq while providing nition). A hero is someone who, with- in the mean streets of Iraq. We should treatment to an injured comrade. out thinking, puts (his or her) life on also hope that America continues to On Sept. 21, 2006, an improvised ex- the line to save another’s. produce guys like Matt. I’ll never forget plosive device (IED) detonated near a “And that’s who Matt was — not him.” vehicle and gravely wounded a fellow just saving our own troopers, but any- The Bowe Troop Medical Clinic pro- soldier. Bowe rushed to the aid of his body, like some of our Iraqi partners vides primary care and medical servic- injured comrade, provided treatment who were shot,” he continued. “Matt es for the 10th Mtn Div (LI), Fort Drum and then shielded the injured soldier always said that he was the medic and active duty population, as well as Army with his own body when a second ex- that was his job, and he (helped) with- Reserve/National Guard service mem- U.S. ARMY PHOTO plosion occurred. Bowe was awarded a out thinking. And to me, that means a bers. SPC Matthew C. Bowe

The division’s headquarters was re- COMMANDOS CHIEF EXAMPLE OF Deployment placed in Afghanistan by leadership of CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 the 1st Cavalry Division earlier this week. The returns included a scheduled headquarters, including MG Bannister, group of soldiers from the 2nd Bn, 87th MILITARY FAMILY TRADITION returned Sept. 16, 2016, following a nine- Inf Regt, 2nd Brigade Combat Team month mission that focused on logistical SPC Robert Cook (BCT). 2nd Brigade Combat Team Journalist work connected to planned reductions in soldiers, and creating a “sustainable” Bannister said the post should keep its In some families, military service is American footprint. full nest for a short period, but noted that more than an echo of their history. It’s a President Barack Obama had origi- elements from the 10th Combat Aviation tradition threaded through generation nally proposed reducing the number of Brigade will be deployed later this year to after generation. American service members in Afghani- Germany. For Chief Warrant Officer 2 Clifford stan from 9,800 to 5,500. However, that The soldiers returning expressed ex- N. Head Jr., human resource technician, number was later adjusted to 8,400 citement about being with loved ones. 2nd Brigade Combat Team “Comman- troops. “Being back with the family, it’s an dos,” 10th Mtn Div (LI), it all started with A small contingent of the headquarters awesome feeling,” said SFC Nathan W. a photo album and a story. also helped in advising top-level Afghan Hutchison, standing with his wife Lori Growing up in Whigham, GA, Head re- security forces on how to use their per- and children Luke, James and Faith. members how his father, Clifford Head sonnel. General Bannister said he saw Among the things he said he was looking Sr., would set him on his lap and tell him growth from Afghan Special Forces and forward to was getting a good meal. about his experiences in the U.S. Navy. aviation operations, but said more work “Anything that doesn’t have rice in it at “My father would always bring out was needed for the Afghan Army. this point,” he said. his Navy books and tell me stories about how he was on the USS Yorktown and SUBMITTED PHOTO the USS Ticonderoga that took him all CWO2 Clifford N. Head Jr., 2nd BCT, over the world, from the Philippines, to ‘Commandos,’ 10th Mtn Div (LI), swears in Europe and Japan,” Head explained. The his daughter Kerrigan in a Military Entrance stories his father shared of his 21 years as Processing Station in Syracuse, NY. ‘I cannot an aircraft mechanic for the U.S. Navy be prouder,’ Head said. ‘I am so lucky to be caught Head’s interest and would later allowed to share in her moment.’ inspire him to serve his country. Those stories and childhood memo- deploying to Liberia in support of Opera- ries of his father’s adventures stuck tion Sharp Edge in 1990 and Persian Gulf with Head throughout high school, in- in support of Operation Desert Shield/ creasing his desire to collect his own in Desert Storm in 1990-91. hopes of one day sharing them with his After redeploying to the United States family. Shortly after graduating from and nearing the end of his military con- high school, he followed his dream and tract, Head decided to exit the service, enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps in the return home to work as a sales clerk in a summer of 1987. local convenience store and spend time During his first four years of service, with his family. he rose to the rank of private first class, SEE FAMILY TRADITION ON PAGE 5 2016 NUMBER 3 BLIZZARD PAGE 5 TODAY’S 10TH, TOMORROW’S HISTORY: 87TH REGIMENT HAS HISTORY IN AND OUT OF 10TH DIVISION Doug W. Schmidt the 10th’s inception. However, the 87th In 1957, the Army did away with the 1st and 2nd Battalions, respectively, once 10TH MTN DIV (LI) VET. has carved out its own place in history regimental formation, instead opting again joined the 10th Mountain Division. A few weeks ago I had the pleasure of outside of the 10th. The 87th was the only for what was called a “battle group” (a This, however, is not the Regiment’s manning the 10th Mountain Division and original regiment of the Division chosen battle group was bigger than a battalion, entire story. In one of the more confusing Fort Drum Museum’s mobile display at under the Combat Arms Regimental Sys- but smaller than a regiment). With this, parts of CARS, it is the individual compa- the Jefferson County Historical Society’s tem (CARS) to maintain its lineage in the all that remained of the 87th was the 1st nies of the WWII regiments that carry on Genealogical and History Fair. While United States Army. Battle Group (BG), 87th Infantry. the lineages of the modern battalions. So, there I had the opportunity to talk to sev- The 87th was activated at , In 1958, the 10th ID returned to the when C and D Companies, 87th Infantry, eral people about the Division and its his- WA, mere weeks before the United States U.S., arriving at , GA. While were activated and sent to Vietnam in tory and the different resources available entered WWII. Its soldiers would train at the Division was deactivated, 1st BG, 87th 1966, serving late into the U.S. operations to people to find out about theirs or their Fort Lewis, Fort Hunter-Liggett, Camp Infantry was reassigned to the 2nd ID, there, the lineages of the 3rd and 4th Bat- relatives’ military service. Hale, and Camp Swift. The soldiers of again as a basic training unit. Eventually, talions of the Regiment began. One gentleman — excuse me because the Division would form the cadres of the the Army did away with the battle group, Eventually, the 3rd Bn, 87th Inf, would I cannot remember his name — wanted 85th, 86th, and 90th Infantry regiments instead opting for battalions and bri- serve as a Reserve Infantry Battalion sta- to know when the 10th Mtn Div was re- and several smaller units. gades, and in early 1963 the 1st BG was re- tioned in Colorado from the 1980s into designated the 8th Infantry Division (ID). The 87th was the only regiment in the designated the 1st Battalion, 87th Infan- the 1990s. The 4th Bn would serve with After talking awhile it dawned on me that Army to serve in both the Pacific and Eu- try and was joined by the 2nd Battalion. the 25th ID in Hawaii from 1985-95 and he had confused the 10th with the 87th, ropean Theaters during WWII and a select In the fall of 1963, both battalions were the 5th Bn was activated in Panama as of which he was a veteran with the 8th ID. few of its soldiers were the only ones in assigned to the 8th ID in Germany as part of the 193rd Inf Bde, and would serve This mixup was easy to understand as the the Army eligible for the American, Pacific mechanized infantry battalions, where during Operation Just Cause. Army constantly shifts units around and and European campaign ribbons. they would serve until the 1980s (the 2nd Today, only the 1st and 2nd Battalions activates and deactivates units, and the Deactivated in 1945, the 87th was again Battalion was deactivated for a period remain active, continuing the long storied force grows and shrinks trying to keep as activated in 1948 at , KS, as part from 1966-1973). In 1987 and 1988, the lineage of the 87th Infantry Regiment. many regimental lineages continuing as of the 10th Infantry Division as a basic possible. training unit. The regiment served in this What follows is just a brief overview of role until 1954 when it was converted to a Engraved Pavers the 87th Infantry Regiments lineage. combat regiment, and in 1955 it rotated The 87th Infantry Regiment has been with the rest of the 10th ID to Germany as North Country Honors the the backbone of the 10th Mtn Div since part of Operation Gyroscope. Mountain Monument

derie he felt in the Army. He also felt that The North Country Honors the Mountain monument was completed in July 2016 to honor the sacrifice and service of the Soldiers of the 10th Mountain Division, their family members Family tradition since he already had four years invested, and the Fort Drum Civilian Workforce. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 4 he could serve 16 more years and retire. On May 10, 2000, Head left his family Purchase an engraved paver today and preserve a place in history for yourself, family or He’d often joke with his father, saying friend and support the North Country Honors the Mountain monument. These pavers are again and shipped off to basic training — that his four years as a Marine were hard- gray to match the monument's color and will be placed in one of four areas around the base this time at Fort Jackson, SC. of the monument for all the visitors to see (see bottom of form for location selection). The er than his dad’s 21 years in the Navy. “When I first found out that I would pavers are 6”x6” and can have up to four lines of text with 12 characters per line. Engraved “I did four years in the Corps and that letters will be weather resistant with proper letter case. have to go through it (basic training) equals 20 years in the Navy,” Head would again, I wasn’t happy,” he said. “Hav- Cost is $50 with all proceeds going to the monument's maintenance fund say. “My father would just laugh and say, ing been through the Marine Corps boot ‘where’s your retirement check?’” Print or type characters to be engraved (all letters, number, punctuation and symbols counts camp with a last name of Head, I spent as one of the maximum of 12 characters you are allowed on each line): Hearing about the benefits his fa- a lot of time cleaning the head,” he said, ther receives from the military planted Line 1: ______using the Marine slang for bathroom. an idea that would later be a factor in But he completed Army basic combat 1 2 3 44 55 6 7 8 99 10 11 12 Head’s future. While working out at a lo- training, and then stayed at Fort Jackson Line 2: ______cal gym, he was offered an opportunity to study to become a human resource to join his local police department. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 specialist. Over the next 10 years, Head He missed being part of a team, and Line 3: ______earned the rank of staff sergeant, but felt he accepted the job offer. After graduat- 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 he couldn’t perfect his skills because of ing the eight-week training program at the constant mission requirements of Line 4: ______Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College being a noncommissioned officer. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 in Tifton, GA, he was ready to serve once Seeking an opportunity to become a again. Customer Information: technical expert, Head attended War- For the next six years, Head served his Name: ______rant Officer Candidate School at Fort community as a police officer, but he still Rucker, AL, advancing his job knowledge Address: ______missed military life. and leadership skills. After completing ______“Even though there are many similari- Phone: email: ______WOCS, he was stationed with the 1st Ar- Make check out to "Northern New York Community Foundation" and indicate “NCHTM paver” ties between law enforcement and the mored Division in Fort Bliss, TX, as a bri- in the memo line. Mail check and form to: NCHTM, P.O. Box 150, Carthage, NY 13619 military, I was still missing something,” gade human resources technician. or purchase an engraved paver on-line at www.HonorTheMountain.com he said. “After comparing the pros and “Becoming a warrant officer gave me cons, the Army held the best fit for my Please place my paver beneath the following bronze relief (check one): a chance to concentrate on my craft and family.” - WWII (1943-1945) _____ - Iraq/ Afghanistan (2001-TBD) _____ (hone) my skills,” Head said. Head said what he missed most was - Reactivation (1985-2001) _____ - Blank/ Time Capsule _____ the teamwork, motivation and camara- SEE FAMILY TRADITION ON PAGE 6 Version : August 2016 PAGE 6 BLIZZARD 2016 NUMBER 3 INTERNATIONAL FEDERATION OF MOUNTAIN SOLDIERS CONVENES IN AUSTRIA FOR THIRTY-FIRST CONGRESS Jim Redmore committee was conducted. Main topics eral Assembly in Bergisel. The topics dis- delegates that I will have all required in- 10th Mtn Div [LI], ret. of discussion during the session consisted cussed during the executive committee formation and registration requirements 10th Mtn Assn National Vice President of IFMS bylaws review with the new Sec- were presented to the IFMS delegates disseminated no later than Nov. 18, 2016. The International Federation of Moun- retary General. No changes were made. with no resistance or further dialog. In re- During that afternoon, we visited the tain Soldiers (IFMS) held its 31st Congress Additionally, I presented the concept of gard to the IFMS being conducted in the Bergisel museum that displays Austria’s in Innsbruck, Austria, from Sept. 7-11, operation for the conducted of the 2017 United States in 2017, I was asked to sum- Mountain Soldiers’ main events since 2016. Congress to be held in the United States marize the event’s coordinating points inception. Immediately afterward, we Delegations from France, Germany, It- to be hosted by Fort Drum Chapter, Sept. on the IFMS website to allow everyone visited the Austrian Ski Jump facility and aly, , Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland, 13-17, 2017). Lastly, Poland accepted and the ability to conduct initial planning re- concluded with laying of the memorial Austria, Bulgaria and the United States at- provided a brief summary of the 2018 quirements. Additionally, I informed the wreath and closing ceremony. tended. Montenegro was absent and re- Congress to be held in Poland. ceived a verbal admonishment from the On Sept. 9, we conducted a moun- Secretary General for not having at least tain walk/tour of Nordkette Hafelekar. (they) set you up for success in the civil- one representative present. He stated It provided a remarkable view of Inns- Family tradition ian workforce.” “The success of the Federation is depen- bruck and a variety of training sites the CONTINUED FROM PAGE 5 Head said the military has taught him dent on the commitment and 100 percent Austrian and Germany Mountaineers confidence and discipline — skills that participation from all countries.” Bulgar- utilize. In the afternoon, we traveled to With his military career coming to civilian employers are looking for when an end, Head reflects on his 19 years of ia was formally inducted into the Federa- the Innsbruck military command and they hire new employees. service as he prepares for retirement. tion during this Congress. received a detailed brief on the Orga- “There is nothing like going to a job Throughout his career, Head has always In the morning of Sept. 8, the Congress nization of the Austrian Army and the interview and sliding your DD 214 (mil- helped soldiers, and he feels that instill- convened for the official opening cer- capabilities of their Mountain Soldiers. itary service records) across the table On Sept. 10, we conducted the Gen- ing discipline, confidence and teaching emony. Upon completion, the executive and saying ‘Hey, that’s me,’” he said. them the fundamentals of their job is As Head transitions out of the Army what makes our military great. and prepares to retire this year, his It is something Head said he could not have done during his tenure as a daughter, Kerrigan B. Head, has cho- drill sergeant from 2007 to 2009 without sen to follow in her father’s footsteps by the help of his family. taking his place in the human resource field. She is preparing to attend Army FEBRUARY 15-22, 2017 “I could not ask for a more support- ive team. Every decision I have (had basic training this year. to make), we have made together,” he “I feel that my father had a huge im- 10th Mountain Division Ski In Daze said. “When I went up for sergeant and pact on my enlistment into the mili- tary,” she said. “I want to feel the same Feb. 15 – Veterans meet with students at the Leadville staff sergeant, my wife was right there School to share 10th Mountain Division history and helping me study for the promotion pride and responsibility as my father hear the student’s presentations about the 10th boards.” has shown (as I was) growing up.” With members of her family serving Feb. 16 – Ski Copper Mountain, a new addition this With the consuming lifestyle of the year military, Head stresses the importance in the Marine Corps, Army and Navy,  Après Ski at JJ’s of making time for family. deciding which branch would best fit  7 pm showing of THE LAST RIDGE film at the her needs was not easy. Ultimately, she Leadville Public Library “Being a drill sergeant was very hard on my family and (me),” he said. “I left felt more comfortable with the life she th Veterans, descendants, and friends of the 10 Feb. 17 – - Cooper Hill Daze for work early in the morning (5 a.m.) has already lived. have reunited each year since 1975 to honor  Check-in starts at 8:30 inside lodge “I enlisted in the Army out of all the  and didn’t getting home (until) eve- the men who served in the U.S. Army’s Ski the Serpentine, Memorial Service, Silver Dollar Saloon gathering ryone was is in bed (10 p.m.). There other branches, because I’ve already 10th Mountain Division during WWII.  Catered Pasta Buffet at Leadville’s Periodic were times I didn’t see my kids for two lived the Army life since I was 3 years nd Brewing Please join us at the 42 annual weeks.” old, and I have seen what can be offered

10th Mountain Division Ski In Daze Head said he believes that keeping to me through the work of my father,” Kerrigan said. It is a time for remembering the heroic efforts an open line of communication with But family history isn’t the only rea- of the 10th Mountain Division in Italy and their families is one of the things that son why she chose to serve. Kerrigan beyond, reminiscing with veterans, descendants Feb. 18 – Ski Cooper will help soldiers through their years in and friends. And, of course, a whole lot of  Plus, there’s an afternoon guided snowmobile the military. said she is excited to join the Army and ! tour of Camp Hale & Machine Gun Ridge “I can’t speak more highly of my wife is looking forward to traveling, learn-  There is a fee for tour, RSVP’s are a must! ing new skills and enjoying experiences and children for being resilient and be- Feb. 20 – Breckenridge ing supportive of me being deployed to similar to those of her father. Iraq twice, Afghanistan and ‘the trail’ “I want to continue my education Feb. 21 – Vail (serving as drill sergeant),” Head said. and create my own adventures with the In his preparation for retirement, Head places I will travel in this career field,” said he sees the changes the military she said. Head said he feels honored that his Visit our website for details and updates: has made and he feels the Army has got- ten better at setting soldiers up for suc- daughter is continuing the family tradi- www.10thMtnDivSkiInDaze.wordpress.com cess when transitioning. tion. or contact Denise Taylor at [email protected] 303.423.2514 “The first time I got out, there were “I cannot be prouder,” he said. “I am Sempre Avanti classes, if you chose to go,” he said. so lucky to be allowed to share in her “Now these classes are mandatory, and moment.”

2016 NUMBER 3 BLIZZARD PAGE 7 CENTER HELPS FAMILY IN SUPPORT OF VETERANS PROJECT

(The Blizzard receives interesting que- Dear Christine, ries! In this case, a caring niece and her As you know, your uncle, Robert O. family are supporting a service dog which Wise, Jr. was a Private First Class with the will help a veteran. But at the same time, 85th Infantry Regiment, Company I. Rob- thanks to diligent research by Keli Schmid, ert enlisted around the age of 18 on Feb. 2, archivist and librarian at the 10th Moun- 1944 at Camp Dodge Herrold, IA. He was tain Division Resource Center, Denver not married at the time, and had com- Public Library, the family now knows a pleted four years of high school. For com- great deal more about the man in whose parison, only about 50 percent of WWII memory they are donating funds for the soldiers had graduated from high school. dog. Beginning with the letter from Chris- Robert joined the 10th at Camp Swift, tine Brandt of Omaha, NE, read on!) Texas, after having completed his basic Hello, I’m Christy. My uncle, Robert training at Infantry Replacement Train- Oliver Wise, served in the 10th Mtn Div ing Camp at Camp Blanding, FL. Our first in Italy in WWII. He never married, so paper for Robert is a morning report from my brothers and I are his legacy. He was Aug. 2, which documents his transfer. He so much more than an uncle, and in his was meant to arrive on July 20, but he was memory I donated a service dog to an or- delayed en route and his reporting date ganization called This Able Veteran. This was changed to Aug. 15. On Aug. 14 he was dog will be trained for 18 months, then officially assigned to 85-I, and on the 15th paired with a veteran who suffers from he arrived. He was a Private at that time. PTSD. The dog will be specifically trained In September (the exact date is illeg- to help this veteran. The dog has been ible), Robert’s MOS (military occupa- named Oliver for our uncle. Oliver’s regis- tional specialty) was changed from 1605 Kashmir’s Tenth Mountain Jack (Oliver) tered name is Kashmir’s Tenth Mountain (I have not been able to find a definition Jack (Jack was my Dad). I am hoping to get for this code) to 745 (rifleman). On Dec. departed Camp Swift by train on the eve- rations for deployment to Italy, although more information about my Uncle Bob’s 1, he was promoted to the rank of Private ning of Dec. 21, 1944, and arrived at Camp for security reasons the men did not know service so I can relay this important infor- First Class. Patrick Henry, VA, on Christmas Eve mation to Oliver’s veteran. The 85th and 87th Infantry Regiments morning. There they made final prepa- SEE VETERANS PROJECT ON PAGE 11 SUMMER WORK DAYS AT TENNESSEE PASS MOUNTAIN MEMORIAL

Deborah Clem 1944, 20-30 feet! Formal services on Belvedere Day and by the picnic table while waiting for their DESC., HUGH EVANS (85-C) This August 2016, weekends were clear Memorial Day gather 10th families, cur- wives to pick them up. Ten National The Memorial honoring the 10th and a sunny 60 degrees when, first the rent soldiers, officers, and local families. Guard trainees and their officers, mid- Mountain Division soldiers stands ma- gardeners — Debby and Steve Clem and What is probably less known is that on way through two weeks of mountaineer- jestic on Tennessee Pass, a quarter mile Mary Jenson — and then maintenance — other days of the year, there is a constant ing training. They will soon be officially down the road from the Ski Cooper slopes Steve Wilmot, Karen and Sierra Crumbak- flow of Pass visitors — veterans, wives, “patched” with the 10th Mountain insig- where the troopers honed their skiing. er and Dave Lee — went to work under the descendants, friends, and tourists from nia. Poignantly, on a memorial journey, The Pass, named by 1860s gold pros- auspices of the 10th Foundation Memo- all around the U.S. They stop, climb out the extended family of recently deceased pectors from Tennessee, is a crossroads. rial site renovation project. of a car, or off a bicycle or motorbike, or Colorado 10th veteran Bill Farrow (85-E) Here at the Continental Divide, the infant During those days on the site, our vol- simply on foot from hiking the nearby (see Taps, this edition). Bill was a much- Eagle River heads north to the Colorado unteer descendant crews were soon re- Colorado Trail. The volunteers — in work respected Colorado veterinarian and while the Tennessee flows south, part of minded of a certain convivial spirit at attire, managing shovels, rakes, dirt and “horse whisperer” and Colorado Race the Arkansas headwaters. The Pass lies the Pass that’s hard to put your finger on. rocks, boulders, scoop, scissor lift, paint Track veterinarian. This stream of visi- in the “gap” where the Sawatch Range Something in and around the rarified air cans and brushes — attract curiosity and tors and their respect and appreciation meets the Mosquitos. Here also Lake and at the Memorial touches and blesses the conversation. We soon find ourselves of the site reminded us of — at heart — Eagle counties touch. stream of humanity that pauses there. “ambassadors of the pass,” greeting visi- what the Memorial site is all about and The Forest Service sign marking the al- Casual conversations with descen- tors, finding out what brought them, from why our continued volunteer mainte- titude of 10,424 feet is a favorite for tour- dants and tourists bring to light the pro- where, and giving the uninitiated a brief nance is vital. ists taking selfies. If you drive from the found influence of our veterans on sub- 10th Mountain history. Several days later, in a drizzling rain, a north, Eagle-Vail, it’s a (paved) “Oh My sequent generations and how, at the Here’s a random sample of visitors couple of us headed back to finish clean- God!” road past the historic mining camp Memorial, everything comes together: who stopped by as our crew worked: ing up and to dig the remaining colum- of Redcliff perched on a cliff edge; through Camp Hale days; military service; the About 14 “Badlands” motor bikers, girl- bines, sedum and snow-in-summer into the towns of Minturn and historic Pando, crucible of WWII; hut trips and ski-ins; friends on back. Numerous bicyclists. hummocks in the forest. Rounding the then along the army-engineered south 18 years of Descendant Hut and Pass A ballet dancer headed to a Vail festi- bend to Tennessee Pass, the clouds lifted fork of the Eagle River and historic site work; 70 years’ tradition together read- val. Two distinguished gentlemen mo- just enough to reveal the first snow dust- of Camp Hale. Coming south from Lead- ing the KIA names from the stones; the tor bikers from L.A. A young Minnesota ing Chicago Ridge. ville, the road crosses the wide flat val- example set by the men who survived the friend of Olympic skier Cindy Nelson Arriving at the Pass, the freshly painted ley under the Sawatch Range, including war, worked, raised families, and contin- (George Nelson 85-C). Descendant flagpole, new 99th signage, mown mead- top-of-the-state Mt. Elbert (14,439 feet) ued to serve their whole lives; the passing Mary Cook Dolan from Vermont (Ar- ow, and rock garden gave the site a serene and its rival-neighbor, the seven- to nine- away of our dearest, nonagenarian vet- thur Aaron Cook 85-B). Mona Goodwin, sense of beauty, peace and order. Soon to peaked Mt. Massive (14,429 feet). A good eran friends; and the awesome beauty of daughter of Howard Sherd, who was the be under snow, the 10th Memorial Site portion of the year Tennessee Pass is bur- the locale — of the mountains, cliffs, and first Red Cross director at Camp Hale. will continue to work its magic on all who ied under snow — some years, such as streams. Hikers from Copper Mountain napping pass. And we will remember. PAGE 8 BLIZZARD 2016 NUMBER 3 FORGOTTEN 10TH MOUNTAIN ROUNDOUT BRIGADE

John R. “Bob” Dial sion, were reassigned to become SSG RET. 1-105 INF, 27TH BDE (ROUNDOUT), the roundout brigade for 10th 10TH MTN DIV (LI) Mountain. According to the 1986 (Ed. Note: SSG Dial’s compre- Annual Report of the New York hensive history is the result of State Division of Military and an appeal to soldiers who have Naval Affairs: served in the 10th since it was re- “On May 1, 1986, the historic activated. Because he is so thor- colors of the 27th Infantry Divi- ough in his report, Blizzard will sion, New York Army National be carrying the first half of the Guard (NYARNG), were reac- story of the Roundout Brigade in tivated by the 27th Brigade as it this edition, and continue it in became the ‘Round Out’ Brigade Edition #1, 2017. for the Army’s 10th Mountain Meanwhile, we want your sto- Division (Light Infantry) sta- ries! We need your help in pre- tioned at Fort Drum. During the serving this important history of ceremony held at Fort Drum’s the Division! The Blizzard hopes Wheeler-Sack Army Air Field, to continue to publish these piec- the Brigade retired the colors of es in coming issues, so please, let the 42nd Infantry (Rainbow) Di- us hear from you at blizzarded@ vision, New York City, to which it gmail.com). was formerly attached, and un- One element of the historic furled the colors of New York’s 10th Mountain Division seldom famed 27th Infantry Division. “The ceremony symbolized JOHN DIAL recalled today is the 27th Brigade the role of the modern guard sol- Roundout training during OpFor at Fort Drum, NY, in early 1990s. Top row, from left, SSG Charles Vesley, of the New York Army National dier – the reactivating of the col- SSG Steve Rivenburgh, SSG John Dial, and unknown. Bottom row, 2LT Galbraith, SSG Richard Strang, Guard, which for more than a ors of an historic guard unit for unknown, and 2LT Bertone. decade served as the 10th Moun- an element which becomes an tain’s third brigade (then known essential part of an active Army “With the new assignment, that. The soldiers at Leeds Ar- forward to as an opportunity to as a “Roundout” brigade). Division. It is a new mission for a the soldiers of the 27th Brigade mory had been working toward conduct a lot of “high speed” National Guard Roundout reserve element, in this case the began an intensive training the transition from 42nd Infan- training, such as rappelling from brigades were intended to train 27th Brigade. It is a most impor- program to develop their ‘Light try to 10th Mountain for some helicopters, helocasting into a with their “parent” active-duty tant mission as reserve elements Fighter’ skills. The ‘Light Fighter’ time, and some who didn’t river, and MOUT (Military Op- divisions and to deploy, if neces- soon will comprise more than is a new breed of soldier who want the added rigor of light in- erations in Urban Terrain) train- sary, after call-up and an addi- half the nation’s defensive force. constitutes a rapidly deployable fantry training had transferred ing, in addition to numerous day tional period of post-activation “As the ‘Round Out’ Brigade, deterrent force. These soldiers out to “easier” units. I distinctly and night patrols. training. Part-time Guard sol- the 27th retains its Guard status must be experts in such basic remember my first day in the The year I attended Light diers were known as “M-Day” and training schedule and con- soldiering skills as individual Leeds Armory when our full- Leader (1989), the nice new Army soldiers, with “M” standing stitutes one-third of the 10th weapons proficiency, map read- time training NCO, SFC Daniel MOUT training facility at Fort for “Mobilization.” To be fair, Division’s combat power. This ing, medical and tactical ca- Murphy, told me, “I hope you Pickett, VA, was unavailable, so the Roundout brigade concept blending of Guard and active pabilities. In many ways, they like to hump a rucksack, because instead we convoyed to Quan- worked with mixed results. Army units is part of the Army’s are an elite, self-sufficient field that’s all we do now.” I told him, tico, VA, to train on a MOUT In 1986, various units of ‘Total Force’ Policy which makes force. “I joined the Army because that’s site used by Marines. One of the the 27th Brigade, then part of Guard and active Army soldiers “The new 27th Brigade is just what I wanted to do!” highlights of our MOUT training the New York Army National equal partners in this nation’s headquartered in Syracuse. Its And we definitely got our was rappelling from the top of a Guard’s 42nd Infantry Divi- defense. subordinate units are located chance! Soldiers from 27th Bde cinder block building directly in- throughout Upstate New York. completed the Light Fighter to an open window, firing blanks These units are: the 1st Battal- Course at Fort Drum. One of the from our M-16A1 rifles as we en- ion, 105th Infantry, based in highlights of Light Fighter was tered on a rope to clear the room. Schenectady, Troy, Leeds, and completing the Combat Water 27th Bde soldiers were given Amsterdam; The 2nd Battal- Survival Test at the indoor swim- ample other opportunities for ion, 108th Infantry, with units ming pool on post at Fort Drum, training. For example, some at- in Syracuse; the 3rd Battalion, treading water while ditching tended jungle school in Panama. 108th Infantry, located in Utica, equipment, sidestroke swim- Other leaders could participate Ogdensburg, and Malone; and ming the length of the pool in full in the Key Personnel Upgrade the 1st Battalion, 156th Field uniform, and of course, walk- Program (acronym KPUP, pro- Artillery, with units in Kingston, ing blindfolded off the 3-meter nounced “Keep Up”) where an Poughkeepsie, and Newburgh.” diving board with weapon held Army Guard soldier would spend I first arrived at Co C, 1-105 straight out in front. NCOs also 15 days taking the position of an Infantry, at the Leeds Armory, completed the Light Leader active duty Team or Squad Lead- N.Y., in June, 1986, a month af- Course that was conducted at er who was away on leave. ter the re-flagging ceremony de- various sites. (Next time, Roundout soldiers scribed above. I had come from Personally, I attended Light learn what it’s really like to train a mechanized infantry Army Leader at Fort AP Hill, VA, con- during a Northern New York JOHN DIAL National Guard unit in another ducted by trainers from the 29th winter --shades of Camp Hale Light Leader Course for the Roundout Brigade at Fort A.P. Hill, VA, in part of New York state and from Inf Div ( Army National and the early 10th Mountain Di- 1989. SSG John Dial is in center, with long-ago buddies. a combat engineer unit before Guard). Light Leader was looked vision!) VOLUME 17 2016 NUMBER 3 TENNESSEE PASS MEMORIAL IMPROVEMENTS, MAINTENANCE Steve Wilmot, Deborah Clem (Desc 85-C, A) One of the primary functions of the Tenth Mountain Division Foundation (TMDF) and within its mission statement is the maintenance and continuous improve- ment of the 10th Mountain Division Me- morial at the summit of Tennessee Pass, Colorado. 10th Mountain Division Hut As- sociation (TMDHA) also participates in joint effort to maintain the Memorial and the Me- morial grounds by supplying the necessary equipment, manpower, and also in many instances, the materials required annually. For many years, two outstanding and talented individuals, Ted and Carol Billings both employees of TMDHA, (Supervisors, Leadville side) were the primary “always on call” caretakers and worked on behalf of the Memorial tirelessly during both winter and summer months. Another important group involved in caring for the Monument has always been exceptional volunteers, largely 10th Mountain Division Descendants who participate annually. What about the future? SEE MEMORIAL ON DESCENDANTS PAGE 4 Tennessee Pass Remembers PLANS ARE UNDER WAY FOR A RETURN TO ITALY JUNE 9-18, 2017 Steve Coffey (Desc 87-F) ertheless important sites in the area. Of Sunday 06/11: Morning: Florence dinner in Florence We are planning a return to Italy for June course we will still enjoy the traditional American Cemetery Program, followed by Sunday 06/18: Depart Florence for 9-18, 2017. The decision was made in 2013 hospitality of our hosts and friends in the lunch. flights to the U.S. to move to a five-year cycle following the villages along the way and will offer non- Afternoon: Travel to Lizzano/Vidici- Intertrav Corp. has sent registration 2015 trip to stay in synch with the Division’s combat activities such as the highly popu- atico materials to current members of TMDD, time in combat, as well as the 1945 war’s lar cooking class to the extent possible. Monday 06/12: Combat route orienta- and to members of the National Associa- end anniversaries. Many, most notably our Those who wish to add some traditional tion bus tour: Lizzano to Tole, visit Gaggio tion. If you did not receive the brochure friends in Italy, thought this was too long sightseeing to their itinerary can certainly Montano and surrounding points. please contact Intertrav Corp. directly at between visits, and so the 2017 “lite” trip do so on either the front or back end of the Tues 06/13- Fri 06/16: Hill Towns 1-800-624-8338 and ask for either Mary or version was born. group trip. program of visits to important battle sites David. In addition we will continue to post The trip will focus entirely on the Hill We are completing the itinerary details (to include Riva Ridge, Mt. Belvedere, Mt. updates on the appropriate web sites and Towns, the exception being our traditional now with our travel partner, Intertrav, and Terminale, Mt. Della Spe, Torre Iussi, Mon- Face Book pages, so please keep an eye out visit to the Florence American Cemetery with our hosts in Italy. The current trip out- te Croce, and others), surrounding points for those. and Memorial, and will keep optional side line is as follows: of interest, visits with our friends in the Lastly, we sponsored a design contest for trips to a minimum. It is our hope to visit Friday 06/09: Depart U.S. for Florence surrounding villages, traditional evening the trip logo, offering a gift certificate to the battle sites related to the February-April Italy festivals in Lizzano and Vidiciatico. QM to the selected designer. The logo seen 1945 operations in more detail than in the Saturday 06/10: Arrive in Florence, Saturday 06/17: Morning departures for above, sent in by descendant Joie Morri- past, as well as get off the big buses to see travel to Sienna for afternoon sightseeing, either an optional Florence tour, or visit to son, will be used on all related correspon- some of the more out-of-the-way but nev- opening dinner, and overnight. Tole and Monte Croce otherwise. Farewell dence and materials. Sempre Avanti! PAGE 2 DESCENDANT BLIZZARD 2016 NUMBER 3 A MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT Steve Coffey (Descendant 87-F) up the fund, we have included an insert 10th Mountain Division Descendants in the membership packet providing Inc. (TMDD) continues to work to fulfill background on this scholarship, and our mission of preserving the legacy of have included a donation line on the the 10th Mountain Division and to give membership application. Those inter- The Descendant Blizzard is edited by Bryan Pullen. Descendants: News, stories, announce- support to the veterans, wives and wid- ested in making a donation to this fund ments, letters, photos etc. are most welcome — this is your Blizzard! ows of the Division. Some of the cur- can do so by including their chosen rent TMDD highlights include: amount in their renewal check to Don Membership: Membership renew- Perkins, our Treasurer, noting that the 10TH MOUNTAIN DIVISION DESCENDANTS, INC. als as well as first-time memberships added amount is for the Finn-Thornton OFFICERS, BOARD OF DIRECTORS ended 2016 totaling almost 900 at last Scholarship. In addition, please en- (* denotes Executive Committee) count in October, on par with last year. courage students to visit the Descen- Arizona Chapter Midwest Chapter (’09) Sierra Nevada Chapter (’07) Increasing membership across all dant web page for information and an VACANT Patricia LaRocca Val Rios chapters remains our highest priority application. After all, the goal is to sup- Armadillo & Roadrunner Chapter 1151 Parkside Court 6816 S. Maple port 10th Mountain Descendants in Carol Stream, IL 60188 as we work to attract 2nd and 3rd gen- Karen Case Fresno, CA 93725 eration descendants, as well as those of their academic pursuits. 30 Caudill Road 630.221.0989 559.834. 6230 [email protected] Enola, AR 72047 [email protected] the 10th Light veterans. Memberships Quartermaster: Melanie Loveland [email protected] Father: Richard D. Soutar (616-FA- of the Rocky Mountain Chapter is off to HQ) Father: Cruz F. Rios, Jr. (87-K) are our only real source of revenue, rev- 501.472.4588 enue that is needed to continue the pro- a great start as our new QM. She has put Mt. Rainier Chapter (’09) Southeast Chapter (’10) Big Sky (’11) Chris Loewy The Rev. Larry Fields grams and outreach that we do to meet together a brochure of available items Jerald Reed 3937 Corliss Ave N 6637 Ridgerock Lane the mission. We continue to ask for ev- that is also included in the membership 3750 Mtn Hiway 40 W Seattle, WA 98103 Knoxville, TN 37909 mailing. The brochure is available on Columbia Falls, MT 59912 eryone’s help building our numbers by [email protected] [email protected] 406.253.9451 Grandfather: Edmund Loewy (86-B) signing up a family member or two so our TMDD website as well. In addition, [email protected] Father: Capt. Marion H. Fields (85- 10th Mountain items remain available HQ) we can reach or better yet surpass the Father: Ross Wilson (87-HQ-1) New England Chapter (’09) 1,000 member goal we’ve set again for through the “Off the Beatin’ Path” gift Mac Jackson Southern California Chapter (’10) Delaware River Valley Chapter (’11) next year. Renewal notices for 2017 shop at Ft Drum, and can be viewed via 2077 E. Warren Road Kathleen Finn Jones Barbara Catterall Waitsfield, VT 05673 went out in early November so please a link provided on the National Associa- 3003 Cricket Circle 32600 Hwy 74 Space 104 802.583.2833 Hemet, CA 92545 look for those and send them in as soon tion website (http://10thmtndivassoc. Edison, NJ 08820 [email protected] 909.238.8553 (C) as possible so that we can start the year org). 908.757.1976 Father: Richard N. Jackson, Jr. (126 [email protected] ENG, 229 ENG) Father: Frederick Finn (85-A, L) strong. We should also all thank Don Finance: TMDD will continue to Father: Joseph Croke (85-G) Perkins and Wil Niebles for their hard provide financial support when pos- Ft. Drum Chapter North Central Chapter (’09) Upper Peninsula Chapter (’10) work processing the renewal mailing sible to projects that further our goal Jill Hamlin (acting) Jessica Adza Jessica Adza (acting) — See North 167 Hotel Road 4112 Oakland Ave Central chapter and memberships so quickly and pro- of preserving and spreading the word Remsen, NY 13438 Minneapolis, MN 55407 fessionally again this year. about the Division’s history. The most 315.831.5506 612.715.1265 Upstate New York Chapter (’10) Annual Board of Directors Meeting: substantial example of this was our [email protected] [email protected] Jill Hamlin — See Fort Drum Father: Norton C. Stanton (86-A) Grandfather: Ernest H. Knapper The 2016 TMDD BoD meeting was held contribution of $2,500 to the Honor the (85-HQ-2) Utah Chapter (’07) on 23 October, once again in Reston, Mountain Memorial recently dedicated Lower Michigan Chapter (’11) Ron Sawdey Virginia. The triennial National Asso- in Watertown, NY (http://www.hon- Robert (Bob) Lafean Northwest Chapter (’09) 2016 Emerson Ave. 714 Lakeview Ave. Bruce Wagstaff ciation BoD meeting was held on the orthemountain.com/). 10th Mountain Port Huron, MI Salt Lake City, UT 84108 7404 SE Knight St 801.582.2820 (H) 22nd in the same location. Both meet- Division Descendants, Inc. is listed on 810.987.1795 Portland, OR 97206 ings were well attended by Officers and the Donor Plaque as a result. If you have [email protected] 503.519.2508 [email protected] Father: James J. Sawdey (87- B) Chapter Presidents/Directors. TMDD ideas that you would like to see your As- Metropolitan New York Chapter (’11) [email protected] Ruso Donald Perkins Father: David Wagstaff (86-C) Washington DC Chapter (’07) Class C Directors were re-elected to a sociation support, please contact your P.O. Box 398717 Pamela Pikla three year term commencing January 1, chapter Director, Don Perkins, or my- Rocky Mountain Chapter (’09) Carl Fisher Branch 3707 Red Grove Rd. 2017. Class C Chapter Directors are: Si- self any time. Miami Beach, FL 33239- 8717 Connie Nelson 718-651- 2995 5393 W. Colorado Ave Baltimore, MD 21220 erra Nevada (Val Rios), Southeast (Larry Italy 2017: We are planning a return 917.501.3003 Lakewood, CO 80232 410.335.2525 Fields), So. California (Kathleen Jones), to Italy for 9-18 June, 2017. The trip will [email protected] 303.935.3312 [email protected] focus entirely on the Hill Towns, the Father: Ruso H. Perkins (87-I) Father: Marlin Wineberg (85-D) Father: Hassell G. Vass (10-AT-A) Upstate NY (Jill Hamlin), Utah (Ron Sawdy), Washington, D.C. (Pam Pikla), exception being our traditional visit to COMMITTEES and Upper Peninsula (Vacant). In addi- the Florence American Cemetery and tion, the Board approved the appoint- Memorial, and will keep optional side AT-LARGE BOARD MEMBERS Vice President for Education [email protected] trips to a minimum. It is our hope to VACANT Father: Donald B. Davol (86-L0, ment of Karen Case (Desc) to complete President (’11) HQ-3) the term of the Armadillo Chapter Di- visit battle sites related to the February- Steve Coffey Secretary (’10) rector (Class A) Jeanne Geuras. Look for April 1945 operations in more detail #1630 York Mills Lane Adrian Coffey Resource, Denver Library (’11) more information soon stemming from than in the past, as well as get off the Reston, VA 20194 6622 E. Wakefield Dr., #81 Denise Taylor (’08) 703.471.4370 (H); the wide variety of topics that were dis- big buses to see some of the more out- Alexandria, VA 22307 4075 Depew Street 703.902.4005 (W) Grandfather: Albert Coffey (87-F) cussed at the meeting. of-the-way but nevertheless important [email protected] Wheat Ridge, CO 80212 303.423. 2514 Scholarship: As reported earlier, this sites in the area. Father: Albert Coffey Jr. (87-F) Quartermaster Of course we will still enjoy the tra- Melanie Loveland [email protected] year’s Finn-Thornton Scholarship of Immediate Past President 7770 W 38th Ave, Apt 408 Father: Marvin E. Taylor (126-D $2,500 was awarded to Charles Thom- ditional hospitality of our hosts and Val Rios Wheat Ridge, CO 80033 ENG) as, grandson of Sam and Ann Thomas friends in the villages along the way and (see Sierra Nevada Chapter) [email protected] (87-I). To date, we have received gen- will offer non-combat activities such as Grandfather: Richard D. Johnson Treasurer Senior Vice President (87-A) Don Perkins — See Metro- erous donations from several chapters the highly popular cooking class to the Steve Wilmot politan New York Chapter and individuals. Taken together with extent possible. Those who wish to add 149 High Place VP, Chapter Coordinator (’10) above our Association’s annual budgeted some traditional sightseeing to their Ft. Collins, CO 80521 Phebe Davol amounts, the fund totaled over $9,000 itinerary can certainly do so on either 970.493.5844 5675 West FM 487 On Belay Chairperson [email protected] Florence, TX 76527 Pamela Pikla — See Washington, prior to making this year’s award. As Father: Leon Wilmot (87-HQ) 254.793.3419 D.C. Chapter part of our efforts to substantially beef- SEE PRESIDENT ON DESCENDANTS PAGE 3 2016 NUMBER 3 DESCENDANT BLIZZARD PAGE 3

ues to provide a venue for sharing pic- President tures, stories, asking questions, etc. I’m CONTINUED FROM DESCENDANTS PAGE 2 amazed at how much 10th Mountain the front or back end of the group trip. history is surfaced and discussed on this Trip brochures and registration ma- page, so please visit and contribute often. terials should have reached all National How You Can Help: Attend Chapter Association and TMDD members by this and National Meetings: At the most basic time. If you did not receive a mailing, level, we can all simply attend the chap- ARMADILLO please contact Intertrav Corp. directly at ter or national meetings and other gath- 1-800-624-8338. We will also post details erings (Ski-Ins, Memorial Day at Camp Phebe Davol needed a mascot and that it had to and any updates on both web pages. Hale, National Reunion, Italy trips, etc.) (Desc 86-L, HQ) be an Armadillo. One was found on Social Media: Our TMDD Instagram to support those members who give their During our reunion weekend in special order and then the fun began. page has continued to be quite success- time and effort to organize these events. Little Rock, AR, during the weekend The ladies took on the “outfit” and the ful with over 600 followers so far. For all Volunteer: Volunteer to organize activ- of June 10-12, 2016, there was a story men handled the skis, curved fronts you Instagram users, it can be followed ities or suggest ideas to your chapter Di- about Arnie the Armadillo. Jeannie and the poles. Somehow a white rifle at “10thmtndivisiondescendants”. This rectors or the Association Board. We also Geuras (Desc 710-Ord.Div HQ) rec- was slung over his shoulder. Do ar- provides yet another avenue for shar- continue to look for expertise in some key reated the story for this Blizzard edi- madillos have shoulders? ing pictures among the members, and areas such as membership, education, tion. Rosalyn Stewart (wife of Charles also wave the 10th Mountain flag. It and social networking to name a few. The planning for the Armadillo Stewart (86-C) and Karen Neidner continues to attract a large number of Please visit the Descendant web page Chapter started during the 1985 Italy (William E 86-A) sewed the white uni- modern 10th Mountain serving soldiers (http://10thmountaindivisiondescenda trip. Marty Daneman (85-HQ-2), Bob form and they found a doll-size cow- and veterans as well as ski industry orga- nts.org) often for information on activi- Hunter (10-HQ DEC), and one or two boy hat on which they affixed a 10th nizations and personalities. If you have ties and initiatives, and don’t hesitate to others decided to put together the Ar- Mtn Div pin. The men made the round pictures you’d like to have posted (past call on any of us with your ideas and sug- madillo Chapter. Details were worked platform with a metal rod to keep Ar- trips to Italy, reunions, “throwbacks”, gestions. out at the Houston reunion later on. nie erect as benefiting a 10th Moun- for example), please forward them to As always … When your chapter hosts At the next reunion in San Antonio tain soldier. He was a big hit at many “[email protected]”. an event please, attend if at all possible. in 1986 or 1987, Rosalyn Stewart (wife reunions from then on and continues Members also continue to visit and post It’s the best way I know of to show our re- of Charles Stewart (86-C) and Karen to join Descendants and Veterans at on the 10th Mountain Descendants and spect for our 10th Mountain veterans and Neidner (William E 86-A) decided we our joint Armadillo reunions. Friends Face Book page. This contin- all they’ve done. SIBLINGS PRESERVE THEIR DAD’S HISTORY WITH THE TENTH

Ruso “Don” Perkins (Desc 87-I) After our father Ruso H. Perkins died, my sister, Andrea Miller of Marshfield, MA, suggested that we create an installation of the history of our Father and Mother in their home town of New Berlin, NY. The installation recently received the final piece to complete the story — the wedding dress of our mother, Jean L. Perkins. There are exhibits and many items of interest presenting the story of one 10th Mountain Division soldier who left his small town in Up- state New York during WWII to join the US Army with specific reasons in mind. His dream was to fight for our coun- try and be in the great outdoors, ski- ing, mountain climbing, and joining others of similar interests. The ex- hibit represents one amazing life and the birth of the 10th Mtn Div. It also presents a pictorial history, including 10th Mountain DVD’s to borrow and books depicting the history of the 10th and our “Greatest Generation.” The display can be visited at: The New Berlin Library and Museum,15 South Main Street/Route 8, New Ber- lin, NY 13411; 607-847-8564; http:// libraries.4cls.org/newberlin/. Perkins family treasures from 10th are shared in local museum. PAGE 4 DESCENDANT BLIZZARD 2016 NUMBER 3 ITALIAN-AMERICAN FRIENDSHIP FLOURISHES IN TORBOLE Ben Appleby (Friend) DUKW (amphibious vehicle) sank on stan. the Alpini of Torbole pennant and books On Friday, July 14, 2016, a small dele- April 30, 1945; their second goal was the Danny Dusatti, a councilor from Tor- by local history groups. gation of American military personal ar- monument and plaque to COL William bole-Nago, who last April 30th joined This was done to show the strong rived in Torbole, Italy. Darby, who died in Torbole on April 30th Tscherne and Appleby and more the 100 Italian-American friendship that has Their visit was organized by retired and who remains to this day an impor- soldiers on the annual Col. Darby 40 Mile developed between the American forc- American solider Rick Tscherne — most tant figure in American military history as Ranger Challenge, was also present to es and the town of Torbole and Benach, commonly known as ‘Ranger Rick’ — and the founder of the American Rangers. As welcome them on behalf of the council of who have been very supportive of our Ben Appleby from the Association Bena- well as this, Torbole is significant for the Torbole. events. ch. Accompanied to Torbole by ‘Ranger American 10th Mountain Division, as it Stieritz said that he was delighted to Stieritz expressed his intention to bring Rick’ were MAJ Brian Stieritz and CAPT was here combat finished for them when be in Torbole and couldn’t believe the about 50 serving troops and their fami- Christopher Epstein of the 509th Signal the war in Italy ended. warmth of the reception. Followed by lies to visit and stay a night in Battalion from the American base at Vi- Epstein said he was very moved to be a lunch together, the Alpini of Torbole Torbole in mid-September. He hoped for cenza. in Torbole, and at the end of the visit pre- kindly opened their doors where Appleby a mix of leisure sports and climbing and They wanted to visit the area for a num- sented Giovanni Mazzocchi, head of the and Mazzocchi had prepared a special an opportunity for the American visitors ber of reasons: firstly to see the new mon- Alpini, his 10th Mountain badge which he exhibition for the visit, after which both to learn more about the history of World ument to the 25 men who died when their had worn during his service in Afghani- Epstein and Stieritz were presented with War II.

is also maintenance free, was developed and Sierra, spent another day working at the of the signage. Memorial through planned partnership with the Unit- site. They scraped, sanded and repainted So what is planned for next year? The exist- CONTINUED FROM DESCENDANTS PAGE 1 ed States Forest Service; design work was pro- the (30-something foot) flagpole, which is ing pavement has held up incredibly well for vided by Descendants of the Rocky Mountain no easy task. A replacement flag pole which existing at such extreme altitude and temper- It was realized a number of years ago that Chapter and the design work took place at the will not require continuing maintenance will atures for as long as it has. It will make a very not only are the first generation Descen- Denver Public Library with the help of Re- be addressed in the future. Other improve- good flexible base layer because unfortunate- dant volunteers getting older but the Billings source Center staff. Action Signs of Fort Col- ments included: a new flag and covering the ly, it is beginning to show its age, so we will be would need to find a time in their lives and lins, Colorado provided the final product and existing picnic table with “Trex”-”like deck- addressing this with an overlay as soon as the career to retire. We are now at that transition signage materials. Action Signs stands ready ing material which is attractive, maintenance frost leaves the ground and the ground has point and yet the Memorial always beckons to reproduce or redesign any signage require- free, and eliminates the annual staining re- had a chance to “relax”. Unfortunately, this with priority and the attention it so rightly de- ments in the future if need be. quired to preserve the underlying wood. will be after Memorial Day. The good news serves. By the very existence of the Memorial For many years Carol Billings cared for the Lastly but importantly, the 99th Infantry is that there will be focus on the landscape itself, we are able to honor and remember in center island garden area with new plant- Battalion (Separate) Memorial marker has behind the Memorial, which is planned prior perpetuity the 1001 fallen WWII 10th Moun- ings every year. Few probably consider how been a part of the 10th Mtn Div Memorial to Memorial Day in addition to other regular tain soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice difficult it is to find anything that will grow complex for many years and yet has had little maintenance such as painting, mowing the on behalf of all of us for our freedom from tyr- in a very short growing season at 10,000 feet historical exposure to the general public. Vis- grounds and trash bashing of course. anny. plus keeping it watered in a place that has itors often did not fully understand the Camp We utilize any number of local vendors Several years ago an improvement plan scarce water. It’s next to impossible and yet Hale connection and comradery of these two and contractors in any given year and they was put into motion, which would begin to Carol always fashioned beauty in her efforts; highly trained US and Norwegian winter- often go unmentioned. This year was no ex- make the Memorial more maintenance free but when the first snows came it ended there hardened Army components. The 99th Me- ception. Some have been mentioned in this and lessen any burden both for TMDHA and and the process would have to begin all over morial seemed forgotten at times. piece and some not, but many of them do- the volunteer groups that will need to contin- again at the first available moment in the The goal was to change this in a way that nate time and materials or both, so a sincere ue this tradition into the future. Part of that spring. would allow for a sense of the 99th Memo- thank you to all. Thank you to all the volun- goal was to simplify and blend the look of the This year, we took steps to change this rial to be separate and apart from the 10th teers too numerous to mention, who have memorial into its very natural and beautiful situation by creating a maintenance free rock Memorial respectfully as its own memorial helped and who do help every year with do- environmental setting. Somewhat of a “less garden. Materials and time were donated entity but also to connect the combined his- nations of time, money and labor. is more” so that the initial focus from a first by Webster’s Sand and Gravel, Leadville, tory in an attractive on-site presentation. To As with any significant charitable proj- time visitor’s point of view is on the Memorial CO; additional equipment and labor were accomplish this, we used one of the old origi- ect, it wouldn’t be possible without them! itself within the surrounding mountain envi- contracted through Jim Graves of Snow Cats nal sign frames, painted it to match the color Thank you to the Colorado Department of ronment. Nursery in Leadville. This is a garden with of the 99th Memorial and mounted it in the Transportation and to the dedicated folks The process began a number of years ago, native plantings in soil and rocks to encour- ground, north side, next to the 99th Memorial at Ski Cooper who help us every year in our with the replacement of the original concrete age natural water collection. Mary Jenson, a with a very low profile. efforts to keep the Monument as acces- benches, which were beginning to deterio- landscape designer from Boulder and owner For the signage itself, it is slightly different, sible and snow free as possible. Thank you rate terribly. These benches were replaced of Bitterroot Gardening and Design with long yet we closely matched it to the signage of the to Ben Dodge, Executive Director, 10th Mtn with granite benches designed to be long last- time experience and a passion for rock gar- kiosk so that they would complement one an- Div Hut Assn for continued support all year ing and maintenance free while at the same dens, volunteered to plan and help plant the other and create unity across the Memorial long including the knowledge and skill of Ted time complementing the Memorial. They garden. complex. Again, the signage was produced and Carol Billings who we are very fortunate were crafted and supplied by the Wilhelm Many thanks go out to Deborah Clem of by Action Signs. The low profile accomplish- to still have involved, if now only on a part- Monument Company in Colorado Springs, the Rocky Mountain Chapter for organizing es two things. It allows for easy handicap ac- time basis. Also, the talent of David Lee, ex- Colorado. The original interpretive signage and spearheading this effort (see Debby’s sto- cessibility and readability but does not dis- ceptional tele-skier, TMDHA Supervisor on lining the approaching walkway to the Mon- ry, this issue). Debby and her volunteer crew tract from the overall focus of the Monument the Leadville side, 10th Mtn Div (LI) Veteran ument was also seriously deteriorating to the including input from Carol, husband Steven grounds. We also accomplished one other (Bosnia/Kuwait), and all around “really good point where much of it could no longer be and friend Mary, worked a long weekend in important goal with this approach. guy” mountain man and guide. read due to weather and southern exposure July, transplanting existing plants, preparing Because of its striking color, this signage On behalf of the KIA names on the Memo- to the sun. By removing this signage from the the soil, and placing rocks and boulders, to creates a sense of curiosity which draws visi- rial, our still living 10th Mtn Div veterans, walkway, the focus turns to the Memorial it- have the new garden ready for planting next tors to learn more about the “Viking Battal- those 10th veterans who survived the war self when viewed and approached from the growing season. Thanks to Mary Jenson who ion” while at the same time offers the abil- and have since passed, all 10th Descendants parking area. will continue to volunteer her time and ex- ity to view the historical information and the and the general public, it is a true honor to do Significant improvement in outdoor sign pertise as we move towards a beautiful and 99th Memorial together in one location. Ma- what we do and we know we speak for many. materials allowed for a very different tactic in maintenance free garden designed to com- ny thanks to Erik Brun, President of the 99th The fact is; we can’t wait to get started again presenting exceptional historical informa- plement the Memorial well into the future. Bn Inf Foundation, for creating and submit- as soon as possible next year. Planning the tion to the general public in the parking area As a final phase for this year, a second ting the exceptional design work in addition details for next year will occur throughout the with greater year-round accessibility includ- weekend crew consisting of David Lee, and to the entire 99th Foundation Board of Direc- winter but in the meantime, another ski sea- ing handicap access. Thus, the kiosk, which the Wilmot-Crumbaker family, Steve, Karen tors for supporting and contributing the cost son is also right around the corner. 2016 NUMBER 3 BLIZZARD PAGE 9

UPSTATE NEW YORK

William Morrison masina Ghallager and Descendants Jill (86-L) Hamlin and Dave Morrison. With each edition of The Blizzard, we Spouse Nancy Looby organized a brief note the names and deeds of the National luncheon to welcome Jennie and Tony Association “Brass.” Those of us fortunate Sileo (85-I). Tony and Nancy’s husband Jim enough to attend the dedication of the were instrumental in establishing the 85-I North Country Honors the Mountain Mon- KIA Endowed Scholarship at Sienna Col- ument last summer were pleased to meet lege, long promoted at former National As- many of the people who do the day-to-day sociation reunions. Attendees included Bill work of making the Association run. It was Millette, Bev Felderman, and Bill Morrison. also nice to meet members of the Descen- Each fall, we tend to revisit the Log Jam Sierra Nevada Chapter luncheon included, from left, Jacob and Lauren Rios (Desc 87-K), dants organization as well as Trux Dole, restaurant in Lake George for our au- Anne Easley (Desc 85-C), Paul Meyerhof (Desc 86-MED-1), and Val Rios (Desc 87- grandson of our founder, Minnie Dole. tumn get-together and business meeting. K), Morgan Desmond (Desc 86-C), Art Schimke (87-K), Myrna Hampton (Desc 86-HQ-1), At the top of Little Whiteface Mountain Thanks to our treasurer and Descendant Susan Alexander (Desc 86-MED-HQ-1), Marianne Little (85-E W), George Alexander (Desc is a plaque dedicating the ski area to the chapter president Jill Hamlin, this year 86-MED-HQ-1), Teresa Little (Des. 85-E), Ellen Davidson (Desc 85-C). Tenth, placed there in 1958. Shortly after was no exception. Business items covered the re-activation of the 10th Mtn Div (LI) included approving expenditures to the at Fort Drum, with the help of Art Thomp- 85-I KIA endowed scholarship at Sienna SIERRA NEVADA son (86-F), the Army started a ceremony College, the Fort Drum Wounded Warrior at Whiteface to honor the creation of the Project, and an engraved paver block at the Val Rios He then shared updates regarding the Tenth Light Alpine in July of 1943 and to recently dedicated North Country Honors (DESC 87-K) Association, Foundation and Descen- remember fallen brothers. The Army pro- the Mountain Monument in Thompson The Sierra Nevada Chapter held its an- dants organizations, including the up- vides the color guard, band, speaker, and Park, Watertown, NY. nual luncheon meeting on Oct. 29, 2016, coming 2017 Return to Italy trip. He tried even lunch. Those in attendance were: Veterans and at the Old Spaghetti Factory in Redwood showing the Foundation’s recent video This ceremony continues to this day, spouses Emmy and Phil Santasiero, Lo- City. explaining the relationship among the raine and Harold McAfee (85-L), Bev Fel- and the Upstate Chapter is usually asked Art Schimke (87-K), who was the only 10th family organizations, but he didn’t derman and Bill Millette, Al Soria and Bill to participate since we are local. This year WWII veteran able to attend, gave the have the correct AV cord! Morrison. Descendants were represented we were pleased to have 18 Assn and De- opening prayer. Chapter President/Di- Chapter members voted to retain Val by Jill Hamlin (Norton Stanton 86-A), Char- scendant members in attendance as well rector Val Rios gave a toast in honor of Rios as chapter president, Ellen Davidson lie Wheeler Jr. (Charles Wheeler Sr. 87-I) as many family and friends. Attendees in- the 10th Sierra Nevada Chapter members (Desc 85-C) treasurer, and Myrna Hamp- Carol McKenney with Paul Sonricker (Earl cluded Harold and Lorraine McAfee (85-L), who recently passed away, including Ted ton (Desc 86-HQ-1) secretary. A new po- Sonricker 87-B) and Dave Morrison. Phil and Emmy Santasiero (87-K), Charlie Little (85-E), Bruno Ghiringhelli (87-F), sition was added and Georgia Rios (Desc Before adjourning, we set a date for our Smith (85-I), Francis LaDuc (86-E), Al So- Wolfgang Seibt (Friend of the 10th) and 87-K) was elected as chapter descendant annual Belvedere Day luncheon, to be held ria (87-L), Bill Millette and Bev Felderman Cruz Rios (87-K). secretary. (605-FA-A), and Bill Morrison. Spouses on Feb. 16, 2017, at the Century House in were Eudora Schuler, Marge Newton, To- Latham. 2017 CALENDAR OF EVENTS DATE CHAPTER EVENT Feb. 16, 2017 Upstate New York Belvedere Day Luncheon, Century House, Latham, NY May North Central Spring Luncheon, Machine Shed, Lake Elmo, MN June 9-18 Descendants Italy Hill Towns Discovery Trip — All are welcome! Sept. 8-10 Big Sky Annual meeting, Ruby’s Inn, Missoula Sept. 13-17 Fort Drum Congress, International Federation of Mountain Ski- ers, Clayton & Ft Drum, NY Note: Calendar events are listed for the benefit of members, so please send information along to the Blizzard when dates are set so we can let Whiteface Mountain ceremony featured Upstate NY Chapter Veterans, from left, Bill more people know of the many 10th activities! Morrison, son Dave Morrison, Bill Millette, Al Soria and Phil Santasiero. PAGE 10 BLIZZARD 2016 NUMBER 3

NORTH CENTRAL Jessica Adza of their service. (Desc 85-2-HQ) It also was enjoyable to hear sto- The North Central Chapter Fall ries of the Descendants’ previous Luncheon was held on Saturday, 10th Mountain “Return to Italy” Oct. 15, 2016. There were 10 attend- trips. ees, including two WWII veterans: Others in attendance were Ken New England Chapter WWII Veterans, from left, Dick Calvert (86-HQ-2), John Barton (87- Stephen Woodrich (86-F) and Curt and Pam Brooks (son, Norman HQ-1), Don Linscott (86-G), Bert Hirtle (85-HQ) and John Muenzinger (87-G). Bestul (85 HQ) and his wife Beaty. Brooks 10-AT-A), Clint and Pam The event was held at the Machine McCartney-Schnier (daughter, Rob- Shed in Lake Elmo, MN. Great con- ert McCartney 85-F), Suzy Woodrich NEW ENGLAND versation was had by all. We very and her husband (daughter, Stephen Harris McWade and Bob Linscott (Desc 86-G) hosted this much treasured our time spent with Woodrich 86-F), and Jessica Adza (Desc 87-HQ-3) year’s 34th annual Mt. Washington Climb our two veterans — always so special (granddaughter, Ernie Knapper 85- Brewster Bartlett (Desc 87-I) hosted the and Memorial Aug. 10-11. Twenty-five to hear their personal recollections 2-HQ). 7th Annual Chet Morley Memorial Spring chapter members, along with support Luncheon at the Makris Restaurant in personnel from the Army Mountain War- Louden, NH, on June 11, 2016. Nineteen fare School (AMWS) in Jericho, VT, made chapter members attended the luncheon, a safe, dry assent during the day Aug. 10 including three WWII veterans and their to their overnight stay at the Lake of the wives or significant others. Clouds hut. Brewster Bartlett also hosted this year’s The 60-plus people who attended the 18th Annual 10th Mountain Division Me- memorial included our 25 climbers, WWII morial on July 7. Unlike past years when veterans Dick Calvert, John Barton (87- the memorial was hosted at the Bartlett HQ-1), Don Linscott (86-G), Bert Hirtle family farm in Lancaster, NH, this year’s (85-HQ) and John Muenzinger (87-G), event took place at the summit of Cannon their wives and loved ones, along with Mountain in Franconia, NH. Twenty-five several soldiers from the Army Mountain New England chapter members attended, Warfare School in Jericho, VT, the 86th In- including WWII veterans Dick Calvert (86- fantry Brigade Combat Team (IBCT) and HQ-2) and Phil Twombly (86-HQ). CSM Joseph “Toby” Quick (CSM – VT NG). After the formal ceremony and picnic, This year we honored 10 WWII chapter members enjoyed touring the New Eng- veterans who passed away since our me- land Ski Museum’s newest annual exhibit morial last year and rededicated Medal of 87th Infantry Regiment memorabilia, of Honor recipients PFC John D. Magrath vintage uniforms and mountain combat (85-G) and SFC Jared C. Monti (3d SQ, 71st Members of North Central gather for lunch. equipment, wartime letters, maps and CAV, 10th Mtn Div [LI]) and Pat Thornton historical artifacts. (Desc 85-L), who we lost to cancer in Au- COL (ret.) Matt Fitzgerald (VTARNG) gust 2014. FORT DRUM Joseph A. Agresti Marissa Frank — Daughter of a 10th (Civ US Army IMCOM Atlantic; 10th Mtn Div [LI] ret.) Mountain veteran; she will continue her Once again the Fort Drum Chapter has studies at SUNY Binghamton. presented scholarships of $5,000 each to Abigail Labadini — Daughter of a 10th veterans or family members of soldiers of Mountain veteran; she will begin her the 10th Mountain Division. studies in biology. School Year 2016-17 scholarship re- Richard Ruder — A Division veteran sults are the following: and previous winner in 2014; he will con- Daniel Travis — Veteran of the Divi- tinue his studies at Colorado State Uni- sion and winner of a scholarship in 2015; versity. he will continue his studies at Arizona To date, the Chapter has awarded 61 State University. scholarships to qualified recipients. As of Kirstin Stiller — Daughter of a former this round of selections, the program will 10th Mtn Div soldier and winner of the be headed in the future by Chapter mem- scholarship in 2014; she will continue her ber Gil Pearsall (10th Mountain Division All ages show up when it’s time for the New England Chapter to dine! studies at the University of Virginia. [LI] ret.). 2016 NUMBER 3 BLIZZARD PAGE 11 ROCKY MOUNTAIN John Russell Mountain Infantry, Colorado Army Na- (HHC, 10th Mtn Div [LI] ret.) tional Guard, mustered at Camp Hale The Rocky Mountain Chapter has a to take on the 10th Mountain Division unique span of history happening here shoulder patch. The patch has not been and now. worn by a Colorado-based unit since On Oct. 1, 2016, Hugh Evans was in- WWII. The 1/157 will become aligned ducted into the Colorado Ski and Snow- through the 86th Mountain Infantry board Hall of Fame at a gala banquet Brigade, VT. Army Guardsmen are look- in Vail. In attendance were prior Hall ing forward to visits and training inter- of Fame recipient Crosby Perry-Smith changes with the active duty 10th (LI). (86-HQ), a combat engineer and ammo Regrettably, the elder members of bearer, and WWII veterans Dick Dirkes the Rocky Mountain chapter are bring- (86-E) and Sanford M. Treat Jr. (86-H). ing to an end their monthly luncheons. On Oct. 30, the 1st Battalion, 157th However, using the October ceremony as a reason for , Desert Storm, and OEF/OIF veterans to muster as well, we hope to move forward by reinstating social gath- erings as quickly as possible. It will also be necessary for chapter officers to visit National Guard readiness centers (formerly “ar- mories”) in the towns of Grand Midwest Chapter members include WWII veterans, families and friends, and when they Junction, Alamosa, Windsor and gather for lunch a good time is had by all. Fort Lupton and North Colorado Springs. Meanwhile we are joining the 10th Foundation in support- ing the Colorado Veterans Memo- MIDWEST rial in Aurora, CO, with a Division Patty LaRocca we had two veterans, Joe Badamo (86-B) flag and pole for the next three (Desc 616-HQ) from Waukegan, IL, and Jake Pollack (85- years. The Midwest Chapter had hoped for a HQ-2) and wife Sophie from Lombard, On a separate note, we noticed three-day reunion, but instead held a lun- IL. We also had 10th Mtn Div (LI) vet- that Crosby Perry-Smith wore a cheon this fall. eran William Lee from Rockford, IL, join Soldier’s Medal above the Bronze We had chosen Labor Day weekend us. Flo Nawrot (87-MED-D W) and six Star on his lapel. Grudgingly he again because it worked into everyone’s Descendants also joined in. The day was told of saving eight men from a schedule, so we planned on going to the wonderful and everyone had fun enjoy- mined section of railroad track in Holiday Inn in Itasca, IL. Due to the lack ing their time together. northern Italy before the division of attendance reservations, the reunion The future is unknown, so plans will moved up to combat. He credits was canceled. Lack of attendance was have to be very flexible. Next year we may his “sapper” training with be- discussed at previous reunions, so this attempt to have an overnight outing. We ing able to recognize the German comes as no surprise. The Holiday Inn are all in agreement that we would like to Rocky Mountain veterans at banquet, from left, mines and work around them. was very nice about it and refunded our keep having the reunions as we are a fam- John Russell (10th Mtn Div [LI]) and Chapter Most of the men he pulled to safe- deposit. ily and want to continue our times togeth- President, Crosby Perry-Smith (86-HQ) and Sandy ty were medics who had gone in to Instead of the reunion, the chapter de- er. God Bless and Long Live the Midwest Treat (86-H). aid a wounded sentry. cided to have a luncheon. In attendance Chapter of the 10th Mountain Division.

break from battle. A typical rest center stay Robert did not rejoin his unit until May worked at Rochester Community College Veterans project was about five days, and Robert returned to 24. On June 1 he was awarded the as the dean of students in Rochester, Min- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 7 regular duty on April 4. Battle Star and five additional points to his nesota. Uncle LOVED to travel, especially The March Offensive, which ended on Advanced Service Rating Score (ASRS). The by train. He traveled around the world seek- where they were going until they were well April 13, cost the Division 1,012 casualties: 85th Infantry Regiment sailed from ing out train excursions. He took the Orient out to sea. The men boarded the USS West 214 killed, 794 wounded, and four prisoners on July 31, 1945, on the SS Marine Fox, ar- Express from Budapest to Istanbul and also Point on the evening of Jan. 3, 1945 (Robert’s of war. The first three days of the Spring Of- riving at New York harbor Aug. 11. Our last took the train across Siberia. name is included in the 85-I roster) and set fensive were the costliest of the 10th’s war document for Robert is the passenger list Meantime, I think I hit the jackpot. I found sail for Italy on the morning of Jan. 4. They in Italy. The Division suffered 1,336 casual- from his return trip to the United States. a U.S. Army Snapshots book from Camp arrived in Naples on Jan. 13. ties: 286 killed, 1,047 wounded, and three (Signed) Keli Schmid Hale and photos, lots of them. One photo of Although combat was almost continu- prisoners of war. During those first three After receiving Keli’s extensive response, a group of Army soldiers labeled on the back, ous for four months, the 10th fought three days of the Spring Offensive, Robert was Christine writes further: “taken at the catacombe S. Callisto Rome, major battles against the German Army in wounded in action at Castel d’Aiano on Hill I am also hoping that I can get a 10th Italy. 29 March 1945.” I also located Uncle Italy: Feb. 18-25, March 2-6, and April 14- 913. He was first reported SUD (status un- Mountain patch that we can place on Oli- Bob’s Army issue sleeping bag. I never knew May 2, 1945. Between the second and third determined) on April 14, meaning he was ver’s service vest ... do you know where I can this, but Uncle Bob’s father was MAJ R.O. of the major battles, on March 29, Robert missing. On April 18 the report shows he was get one? Wise, Transportation Officer at Camp Hale. and two other men were sent from duty (dy) found, and had suffered a light wound in ac- After Uncle Bob returned home from (Ed. Note: If you are interested in contact- to temporary duty (TDY) at a rest center in tion (LWA, meaning the wound was not life- WWII he went on to get his bachelor’s de- ing Christine with a 10th patch or any fur- Rome called Foro d’Italia. Rest centers were threatening) from shell fragments (SFW). gree in education from the University of ther information about her uncle, it’s Chris- established so men who spent most or all of He joined the detachment of patients (DOP) Northern Iowa and his master’s in educa- tine Brandt, 3124 S. 93rd Ave., Omaha, NE their time on the front lines could get a short at the 33rd General Hospital. tion from the University of Missouri. He 68124.) PAGE 12 BLIZZARD 2016 NUMBER 3 ARMADILLO Phebe Davol at the Autumn Leaves Retirement Commu- (Desc 86-L, HQ) nity in Georgetown, TX. On Sunday, Aug. 7, 2016, Karen Case Linda Kay Elam-Comer (Desc 86-D) is (Desc James W. Stanley, Sr. 86-HQ) ar- planning a 100th birthday celebration for ranged a luncheon with Maggie William- her father (Charles Lloyd (Jack) Elam 86-D) son (Desc George Shumway 87-A), James in Gatesville, TX. The party will be at the ROADRUNNER Stanley (Desc 86-HQ), Chad and Cherokee Gatesville Civic Center on Jan. 21, 2017. Jones (Desc 86-K), Tom Jones (86-B), Bet- Rebecca Joyce continue that tradition. ty Jones (Wife 86-B), and son Scott Jones (Desc 604 FAB) We are a small, widely distributed (Desc 86-B) in Mountain Home, AR. Roadrunner Chapter is holding its chapter. We hold a separate luncheon in On Saturday, Sept. 3, Karen Case (Desc numbers. We are now missing two more the southern region of New Mexico. The James W. Stanley, Sr. 86-HQ) arranged a of our veterans, Jimmy Johns (85-A-D) entire family of Paul Brusuelas (85-A) at- luncheon with Maggie Williamson (Desc and Sid Foil (87-L); another, Richard tended in February. 87-A), Veteran Merrill Clark (85-K) and his Wright (87-E ), is not able to travel. Our Chapter consistently lays a wreath wife Bette in Hot Springs Village, AR. Our descendants chapter had a chap- at Tennessee Pass for Memorial Day. We At both Arkansas lunches, the attendees ter luncheon this Sept. 10, 2016, and 10 will continue that, also. viewed the veterans’ photo albums, and a descendants and Bobbie Foil (W Sid Foil, There was new business discussed. The lot of great stories from the days in Italy and 87-L) attended. We also had a guest from Italy Mini-trip, 2017, “Hill Towns Discov- Camp Hale were shared by the veterans. the Armadillo Chapter. We ate at an Ital- ery,” was reported on. One descendant On Sunday, Sept. 18, 2016, Phebe Davol, Armadillo Chapter friends, left back, ian restaurant to honor our fathers. Two may attend, and others are interested in Jeannie Geuras (Desc 710-Ord, Div HQ) Maggie Williamson (Desc 87-A) and Karen descendants’ fathers served in the Aleu- the 2020, 75th Anniversary trip. Pictures and her husband Dean visited Albert (Al) Case (Desc 86-HQ). Right back, Merrill tians. We will honor them with a lun- from the 2015, 70th anniversary trip were Milo Dowden (86-E, 90-A) and wife Nova Clark (85-K) and wife Bette. cheon next year. passed around. All of us have gone on a Several will attend the Ski-In, 2017. trip in the past. We talked about past trips They have attended in the past and will and look forward to a chance to go again.

Lunching Armadillos, left front to back, Maggie Williamson (Desc 87-A), James Stanley (Desc 86-HQ), Karen Case (Desc. 86-HQ), Chad & Cherokee Jones (Desc 86-K). Right front Roadrunner Chapter members enjoy being involved in several events, including lunches. to back, Tom Jones (86-B), wife Betty Jones and son Scott Jones. NEW SIGN AT TENNESSEE PASS TELLS STORY OF NORWEGIAN BATTALION Erik Brun Because the 99th Infantry Battalion (Separate) and dennes – Rhineland – Central Europe President, 99th Inf Bn Foundation the 10th Mountain Division went through such rigor- The Liberation of Norway The 99th Infantry Battalion (Separate) — named so ous training together, members of the 99th are consid- 8 May 1945 because it did not belong to a regiment — was activated ered honorary members of the 10th. In 1985, the 99th The Rype Group parachuted into Norway on 24 March on July 10, 1942, at Camp Ripley, MN. Infantry Battalion Veterans Association erected a me- 1945 for sabotage missions and later joined the Under- Comprised of Norwegian and Norwegian-Amer- morial to The Viking Battalion at Tennessee Pass, near ground for the liberation of Norway ican ski troopers, “The Viking Battalion” is the only the 10th Mountain Division memorial. As quoted by an unknown but remembered 2nd unit of the United States Army with a pure Norwegian The memorial reads: Armored Division Major at the end of the attack thru history. The 99th Infantry Battalion (SEP) was: Northern France: “This Viking Battalion is the only in- From August, 1942, to August, 1943, the 99th under- Activated 10 July 1942 fantry outfit tanks have trouble keeping up with.” went intense high-altitude and ski training at Camp at Camp Ripley Minnesota To accompany the memorial, Erik Brun, of the 99th Hale alongside the 10th Mtn Div. In August of 1943, the Deactivated 11 November 1945 at Camp Miles Standish, Inf Bn Foundation, has recently worked closely with unit was set up for a possible invasion and liberation Boston Massachusetts the 10th Mountain Division Association to post signage of Norway, but saw combat action in France, Belgium Camp Hale Colorado was the main ski trooper training explaining more about who the 99th was, and its sig- and Germany before becoming the 99th Battalion of area located 5 miles north of this site on Route 24. Cam- nificance in WWII. The two groups made sure the new the 474th Infantry Regiment (Separate) and being sent paigned in European Theater of Operations. signage matches the look and feel of the existing 10th to Norway in June 1945 to disarm the German occupa- Battle Awards – Presidential Unit Citation – Belgian Mountain Division kiosk, creating a beautiful addition tional force. Croix De Guerre Normandy – Northern France – Ar- to the monument site. 2016 NUMBER 3 BLIZZARD PAGE 13 BIG SKY

WASHINGTON, D.C. Kim Hudyma National Museum of the Marine Corp in (Desc 86-SVC) Triangle, VA. Suggestions for events and The Washington, D.C. Chapter held speakers are always welcome. our Annual Veteran’s Day Luncheon on Our Chapter Treasurer, Norm Burkey Saturday, Nov. 12, 2016, at Clyde’s of Ty- (Desc 85-C), spoke at the National WWII The gathering of Big Sky included, front row from left, Joanne Manchester (87-K), Chuck Hauptman son’s Corner in Vienna, VA. Participants Memorial in Washington, D.C., at a joint (85-HQ-3), Louisa St. John Durkin (85-HQ-3/86-HQ-1); back row, Leo Erhart (86-B), Eleanor Coop (87- enjoyed a great chance to catch up with celebration of V-E Day and Mothers’ Day B), Ginny and Tom Helmer (87-C), Hilton LaBow (85-L, 90-L), Vickie and Ray Johnson (85-G). friends at a very nice restaurant. on May 8, 2016 (see “Blizzard Edition #2, Our chapter is growing with interest 2016). Norm, as President of American Suz Rittenhouse wrote many articles for The Blizzard. Ray from new Descendants and 10th (LI) Vet- WWII Orphans Network, honored his (Desc 87-HQ-2) said he had really enjoyed them. This led erans who have moved into the area from mother Anna, who raised three young September for the Big Sky Chapter of Ray to telling us a story about how he’d around the country. Future plans for our children after his father was killed in ac- the 10th Mountain Division Association “borrowed” a jeep to get ice for the NCO group include a visit in early Spring to a tion while serving with the 10th Mountain means a gathering of its members in Mis- club. This story gave the audience anoth- “Tank Farm” at the Americans in War- Division in Italy. What an honor for Norm soula, MT. Ruby’s Inn again welcomed er hearty laugh. Leo said he had brought time Museum in Nokesville, VA, or the and his family, and the Tenth! our dwindling number and made us feel a copy of the daily reports he would share at home. The weather was three days of with the attendees. He also thanked Larry warm and sunny Montana fall days from and Jerry for coming to get him for the Sept. 9-11. meeting. President Nancy Lausch called the There was a discussion of what to do business meeting to order on Saturday with chapter monies when the chapter morning lots. Attending were Larry Wil- is no longer meeting. Several ideas were son (Desc 87-HQ-1), Jim Funk (Desc suggested, but it was decided to check Serv CO), Louisa St. John Durkin (85- on the possibility of donating benches to HQ-3, 86-HQ-1), Joanne Manchester some cemeteries in memory of the 10th (87-K), Dale Manchester, (Desc 87-K), Mountain Division. The ones in Helena, Jerry Reed (Desc 87-HQ-1), Suz (Desc Laurel and Custer National Cemetery 87-HQ-2) and Dave Rittenhouse, Lexi were suggested. Nancy will check with the Rausch (Desc 87-HQ-2), Hilton LaBow Laurel Cemetery, Jim Funk the Helena (85-L, 90-L), Linda Seibel (Desc 85-L, 90- Cemetery and Suz Rittenhouse the Custer L), Tom Freid (Desc 85-L, 90-L), Eleanor National Cemetery. Coop (87-B), Nancy Lausch (Desc 87-B), Members asked about getting 10th Chuck Hauptman (85-HQ-3), Kather- Mountain memorabilia. Larry said it is ine, Bob, Haiden, Elly and Grady Reed very difficult now since there is no longer (Desc 85-HQ-3), Anne Wright and Paul a quartermaster store. He said there is a Jackman (Desc 85-HQ-3), Ray and Vickie gift shop at Fort Drum, NY, carrying some Johnson (85-G), Jeff Johnson (Desc 85- things but they don’t ship. Sunny day for Washington, D.C. Chapter members, back row, left, Antigone Doucette G) and Debbie Johnson, Tom (87-C) and Jim Funk said he does a Labor Day shot (Desc 10-QM-HQ & 87-HQ-3), Ralph Tuccillo (10th [LI]), John Pryor, Christopher Doucette Ginny Helmer, Jim Walsh (Desc 10-Med- for veterans in his home town of Greybull, (Desc 10-QM-HQ & 87-HQ-3); middle row: Patrick Kiser (Desc 87-F), Pam Pikla (Desc B ), Sharon Zirschky and Leo Erhart (86- WY. He invited all to attend. 10-AT-A), Hassell Vass (10-AT-A), Kinley Doucette, Norm Burkey (Desc 85-C); front row, B). The afternoon white elephant auction Abbie Kealy (Desc 86-L), Kim Hudyma (Desc 86-SVC), Sandy Tuccillo, Kristen Pryor (Desc Louisa St. John Durkin, secretary/ raised a whopping $965. The money is 85-E), Mary Burkey (Desc 85-C), Richard Templeton (Desc 85-HQ-3). treasurer, reported the chapter has a used to pay for the Big Sky Chapter news- healthy budget. The white elephant auc- letter and troopers’ and spouses’ fees for tion seems to bring in enough to cover ex- the annual meeting. penses. The annual report has been sent The evening banquet was well attend- to the national treasurer. ed and provided more time to visit. BLIZZARD SCHEDULE 2017 The date for the 2017 annual meeting Members gathered along Grant Issue No. Period Covered Articles Deadline was set for Sept. 8-10 at Ruby’s Inn in Mis- Creek, which meanders past Ruby’s soula. Please mark your calendars. Inn, for a brief memorial on Sunday 1 January — April February 15 Larry also made note of Leo Erhart’s morning. Larry Wilson said past years’ 2 May —August June 15 comfortable appearance at the meeting memorials were to honor those 10th 3 September — December October 15 as he was wearing his slippers. Larry got Mountain troopers who had died dur- a good chuckle from the crowd. Larry and ing WWII. Now he feels it includes all Jerry Reed drove to Belle Fourche, SD, to the troopers who have passed away, SEND MATERIALS TO: bring Leo all the way to this year’s meet- past and present. At the conclusion, ing in Missoula! Larry wished everyone safe travels and Felicity Hallanan, 95 Zahler Tract, Sandy Creek, NY 13145 Ray Johnson told members that Tom everyone’s favorite wish: “See you next [email protected] Brooks had passed away. Tom Brooks year!” PAGE 14 BLIZZARD 2016 NUMBER 3

Benoit, Andre Eugene (85-B, 86-B), Syversen, Leif Arne (85-F), 92, August 95, October 3, 2016, Yarmouth, Cape 1, 2016, Salt Lake City, UT. Survived by Elizabeth, ME. Survived by wife Nancy, wife Ruth, a son, two daughters, a step- 3 sons, a daughter, 8 grandchildren, niec- son, two stepdaughters, 20 grandchil- es & nephews. Buyer & vice president, dren, 17 great-grandchildren and eight A.H. Benoit & Co, family-owned clothing great-great-grandchildren; predeceased business. Active volunteer, Cape Eliza- by wife Donna (Peck). Delivered mail for beth Recreation Committee, Boy Scouts, U.S. Postal Service for 28 years, serving United Fund/Way, Maine Handicapped in several union positions and attend- Ski program; active in several churches. ing national conventions for NALC local. Advocated for designating Route 302 as Later worked for Alpine Title and Utah 10th Mtn Div Highway and naming 10th Title. Learned carpentry and masonry Mtn Lodge at Maine Center for Winter and built a cabin in Samak on Beaver Sports. Skied for several years in Europe Creek. and Colorado; inducted into Maine Ski Hall of Fame. Cramer, John Ernest (87-HQ-2), 90, child. Retired from Republic Steel after Susie, Elmer W. (87-F), 91, August 19, January 12, 2016, Flathead Lake, MT. 37 years. Member, Steele Baptist Church; 2016, Cushing, IA. Survived by second Blunt, Robert E. “Bob” (86-H), 92, Survived by wife Shirley (Metzner), three enjoyed woodworking, bird watching, wife, Geraldine, one son, one daughter, September 24, 2016, Colorado Springs, daughters, two sons, nine grandchildren arts and crafts. one stepson, five grandsons, five great- CO. Survived by a son, a daughter, three and 16 great-grandchildren. Worked for grandchildren, seven step-grandchil- granddaughters and two great-grandchil- Forest Service & Anaconda Co. in Bonner Lovell, Frederick Warren (87-G), 94, dren and 11 step-great-grandchildren; dren; predeceased by wife Julia. Lived for 35 years. Couple raised five children in July 15, 2016, Ventura, CA. Survived by predeceased by first wife, Eunice. Elmer most of his life in Rochester, NY. Returned Missoula, later retired at Flathead Lake. wife June Wineinger (Seery), three daugh- and Eunice farmed for over 30 years in to Colorado recently, to be honored with Active member, 10th Mtn Div Assn; could ters, a son, seven grandchildren and two the Cushing, IA, area. Later drove truck fellow members of the 10th on Coo- identify and give taxonomic name for stepsons; also survived by first wife Mary for Cushing Farm Supply Co. Active per Mountain and at Camp Hale; rode every tree in the forest; elk hunter early, Jones Hudson; predeceased by wife June member, Legion Post 624 for over 72 through Rocky Mountain National Park, enjoyed watching wildlife in later years. Ann (Hendrickson). Began service with years; enjoyed Honor Flight to Washing- picnicked, supervised firewood-cutting Shared love of skiing with family, clearing 10th Mtn Div, then pilot with U.S. Army ton, D.C., in 2009. Enjoyed fishing, play- operations and visited Breckenridge and ski runs at Marshall Ski Area in fall, skiing Air Corps; later Flight Surgeon, U.S. Air ing cards, wintering in Arizona, visiting, 10th Mountain memorial statue. all winter for many years. Force, retiring as COL. Hospital patholo- and lived as a patriot until his death. gist, Seattle; partner in cattle ranch, part Brown, Samuel J., 89, March 18, 2016, Elmer, Warren D. (10-HQ), Septem- of Lovell Auto Co., flew with USAF Re- Tomky, Orville Thomas (126-B), 92, Westerly, RI. Survived by two daughters, ber 21, 2016, Seattle, WA. Survived by serve. Loved music, languages, travel; August 2, 2016, Olney Springs, CO. Sur- two sons, eight grandchildren and nine two daughters; predeceased by wife Jane member Rotary, Salvation Army, Grace vived by two sons, two daughters, five great-grandchildren; predeceased by wife (Caldwell). Active in Mt Rainier Chapter. Lutheran Church. grandchildren, nine great-grandchil- Mary (Champion). Employed at George dren, nieces and nephews; predeceased C. Moore Co in Westerly & Greenville, TN. Erickson, Roger Bernard (85-F), 91, Miller, Robert B. (85-A), 92, August 26, by wife Loretta (Daehn). Head of family Member, Christ Episcopal Church. August 12, 2016, Laguna Hills, CA. Sur- 2016, Columbus, OH. Survived by wife of four generations of farmers in South- vived by wife Edna, two sons, three grand- Erika, one son, two grandchildren and six east Colorado. Member, Southeastern Buckley, Norman L. (10-AT-A), 92, children and four great-grandchildren. great-grandchildren. Retired from feder- Colorado Water Conservancy District March 10, 2016, Janesville, WI. Survived Graduate of UC Berkeley, longtime em- al government as printing press operator. board; director, Twin Lakes & Reservoir by wife Violet, a daughter, a son and four ployee of Safeway Stores, Oakland corpo- Attended Faith Lutheran Church. Former Canal Co. of Colorado and Lake Mer- grandchildren; predeceased by one son. rate office. A dedicated church and family member, Dudes & Dolls Square Dance edith Canal Co; board member, Arkan- Prior to retirement, employed by Libby man. Club; member, Southeast Conservation sas Valley Research Center. Founding McNeile & Libby as industrial engi- Club. An avid hunter and fisherman. member, Olney Springs Lions Club, neer. Member, Cargill United Methodist Farrow, William A. Jr. (85-E), 91, Au- 4-H leader, Boy Scout leader; received Church, past member, Jaycees and local gust 4, 2016, Montrose, CO. Survived by Mouch, Robert “Bob” L. (605 FA-A), Crowley Co. Chamber of Commerce and Boy Scout Council. wife Joanie, a daughter, two sons, five 92, July 13, 2016, Dublin, OH. Survived West-Otero Soil Conservation awards. grandchildren. Practiced veterinary by a daughter, a son, two grandchildren Passions included snow and water ski- Carlson, Robert Ernest (86-L), 91, medicine in Montana, Wyoming, Okla- and nieces and nephews; predeceased ing, dancing, arrowhead hunting and April 27, 2016, Crockett, TX. Survived homa and Littleton, CO. Built and oper- by wife Frances (Bader). Owned Mouch hunting game; donated farm produce by former wife Jane (Waters), a daugh- ated Arapahoe Veterinary Service; spe- Insurance Agency in downtown Colum- to many local and state events. Active in ter, four sons and five grandchildren. cialized in horses and appointed state bus his entire working career. Dedicated Rocky Mountain Chapter; Tomky family An architect with several Denver and veterinarian for Colorado State Racing member, Holy Trinity Lutheran Church; hosted 10th Mountain weekend at their Boulder firms including Hobart D. Commission. Enjoyed skiing, golf and loved to travel, play tennis, bridge, swim farm near La Junta in September 2015 Wagner Associates. Notable designs volunteering with adapted ski programs and ride his horses. (Blizzard #3, 2015). included Snoasis warming house and and Special Olympics. Active in Elks, area manager’s residence at Winter Masons and Kiwanis, as well as National Reese, George William Sr. (85-SVC), Whitaker, Clarence A. (110 SIG), 91, Park . Instructor, Eskimo Ski Assn. of 10th Mtn Div. 98, March 10, 2016, Richmond, VA. Sur- June 7, 2016, Louisburg, KS. Survived Club; founded Front Range Walkers; vived by dear friend Opal Roberts, six by wife Alberta, two sons, two step- member, National Assn. 10th Mtn Div, Little, Edward “Ted” John Jr. (85-E), grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren daughters, numerous grandchildren, Governor’s Council for Health Promo- 91, April 9, 2016, San Rafael, CA. Survived and two great-great-grandchildren; great-grandchildren and great-great- tion & Physical Fitness, Boulder Lions by wife Marianne, four daughters, two predeceased by wife Elmira Emily and grandchildren; predeceased by first wife Club, Denver East HS Angels Alumni sons, seven grandchildren and one great- one son. Worked for Woolworth and Helen. Worked for U.S. Postal Service Assn., Colorado Master’s Running grandchild. Ben Franklin for many years. Fourth- before retiring in 1984. Loved to play Assn., Rocky Mtn Orienteering Club, degree Knight, Knights of Columbus-St golf; an avid gardener; looked forward Rocky Mtn Road Runners & Construc- Hunter, Clayton (604th FA-B), 93, Charles Borromeo No. 16137; devoted to annual pheasant hunting trip with tion Specifications Institute. Ran nu- September 22, 2016, Steele, AL. Survived Cleveland Indians fan and member, buddies. Lifetime member, Louisburg merous marathons after age 50, in- by wife Gail (Goodbarn), two sons, five St. Michael’s Roman Catholic Church, American Legion Post #250, VFW, NARF cluding Pikes Peak Marathon. grandchildren, one great-great-grand- Richmond, VA. and ALB. 2016 NUMBER 3 BLIZZARD PAGE 15 GENEROUS DONORS SUPPORT OUR TROOPS

The generosity of a diversi- James & Gina Elsner George Rosenfield Crows Douglas R. Horth Richard W. Leo ty of donors is making it pos- Empire Chapter Assoc. of Old Troy & Barnara Sebeck Endicott Precision, Inc. Clarence F. Dawson Samuel K. Lessey, Jr. sible for the National Asso- Crows Richard & Margaret Sheehan Raymond F. Farley Henry C. Chase Charles L. Levy ciation of the 10th Mountain Endicott Precision, Inc. Mrs. George Sisneros Pearl V. Gagnet Walter H. Stewart Joanne Manchester Division to provide support to Sons of AMVETS James G. Martin A. Gasparian William A. Millette a number of soldiers and their Kaye Gilbertson Walter H. Stewart George Industries, Inc. Maria M. Perez Thomas A. Mohr families. Greg Gile Mark W. Suich Richard & Susan Harlec OTHER George Industries, Inc. Douglas & Jennifer Thrall Samuel J. Morrison Thank you all! Heidi H. Hazen Joseph F. Badamo SCHOLARSHIP Charles Haines Louise Tiemann John J. Heller William Morrison Tilyou Jack L. Barnes Audrey Muschler Paul & Mary Adams Richard & Susan Harlec Douglas R. Horth Theodore Beckhardt BAE Systems Controls (2 Irene Hawkins Visions Federal Credit Union John W. Hussey Margaret Norem Joy R. Van Chris Bestul times) Bruce Heim John Imbrie Margaret J. Black Anna H. Parker Rich & Joanne Babbitt Helen L. Hempel Mr. & Mrs. T. Urling Walker Dean & Angela Jordan Theresa Pecore-Smith Eleanor K. Wiese Herbert S. Borsting Michael & Julie Beltrani James Henenlotter Richard Koeck Maria M. Perez Marlin H. Wineberg Norman Brooks Richard & Cynthia Bennett Donald Hillard Robert S. Labby Robert W. Buck Jacob Pollack David Hoffman, Jr. WOUNDED WARRIORS William A. Millette Curtis & Bernice Bestul Henry C. Chase Nicholas Polumbo Margaret J. Black Douglas R. Horth William Morrison BAE Systems Russell J. Chraska James D. Potter John E. Boeing Company Inc. William C. Hoskins Audrey Muschlet Joseph F. Badamo Clarence F. Dawson Pierson M. Ralph Herbert S. Borsting Gary & Jeri Johnson Mary S. Barnett Charles N. Perkins Richard S. Dirkes Chris Brom Dean & Angela Jordan Blitman & King Nicholas Polumbo Robert Dole George Rosenfield Maria Buonomo Stephen & Deborah Kazmark BPAS Arthur Ramsdell Reta Rae Eby George P. Ross Miriam L. Burdick Chrystyna Kestler John E. Boeing Company Inc. Thomas Robinson Leo L. Erhart Marelle B. Sanderson Bryan & Jessica Burke Kris Keyes Jeffrey Bolsinger James E. Roig Floyd H. Erickson Arthur J. Schwartz Joseph & Vanessa Burke James Kippers Herbert S. Borsting George Rosenfield Linwood M. Erskine, Jr. Carlton B. Shay BPAS Gregory & Marie Krieger Norman Brooks Mrs. George Sisneros Edwin C. Fancher Robert Shuck George Lambka Cheryl Steiner John Cable John Cable Raymond F. Farley Rocco C. Siciliano Michael A. Calderone Francis Lipski Walter H. Stewart Bruce Campbell Edward Fect Anthony J. Sileo Jim Campbell Scott & Kathleen Lockman Jane E. Cairns Alice W. Stoddard Pearl V. Gagnet Mrs. George Sisneros Timothy D. Cashman Lawson & Gloria Magruder Patricia Cerjan Stony Stondall Sylvanus A. Glover Century Fasteners Corp. Stanley Missewicz Henry C. Chase George W. Sullivan Corinne N. Hamm David Spauling Henry C. Chase William Morrison Yvonne S. Coleville Lauren Swierat Arne A. Hanninen Walter H. Stewart Christina Cook Gil Pearsall Century Fasteners Corp. Clarice C. Wiedorn Charles M. Hauptman Alice W. Stoddard Stephen Cortese Michael & Miriam Plummer Jeffery Coughlin Marlin H. Wineberg Donald L. Hawkins Mark W. Suich Jeffery Coughlin Michael & Marguerite Palmer Couillard Rolf Wittich John J. Heller George W. Sullivan Leslie Dahlgren Malone Paul Dansereau Dominic A. Visconsi Douglas R. Horth Fred W. Sweitzer, Jr. Lockheed Martin Paul Dansereau Yoko O. Davis Nancy Yasoian William C. Hoskins Phillip N. Twombly Clarence F. Dawson Steve Marusich Clarence F. Dawson William A. Yasoian Jewell B. Hunt Dominic A. Visconsi Charles M. Dole Cathy Mullins James Dyer Visions Federal Credit Union John W. Hussey Chris Doyle NewDay USA Alice M. Eastman INTERNATIONAL FEDERATION Amy Jones Steve Watkins Walter Doyle Jeffery & Gwyn Oakley Rita Rae Eby Joe Jones Marlin H. Wineberg James Dyer Karen Oldroyd James & Gina Elsner OF MOUNTAIN SOLDIERS E. James Judd William A. Yasoian John Elly Suzanne Roma Empire Chapter Assoc. of Old Michael A. Calderone Paul S. Kitchen, Jr. Marion Zenti

If you believe there is someone whose our pillars and the paths to get involved, ing grants. Visions perspective we should be hearing, let me we will be putting a more concerted ef- As an example, did you know that CONTINUED FROM PAGE 16 know. fort into marketing and communica- today there are scholarship programs INCREASING CONNECTIONS SUCCESSION PLANNING AND RECRUITMENT tions. Rather than boil the ocean, we will within the Foundation, the Descendants To increase the Foundation’s relevance Another key way to keep the Founda- work on market segmentation around and the 10th (LI) organizations? Would and impact, we must better understand tion relevant is to ensure we are injecting our program pillars to reach the right au- it make sense to consolidate the admin- istration of those programs, as well as the interests and priorities of the key new blood and thinking. We’ve taken the diences with the right messages. leverage the Foundation’s investment stakeholders in the greater 10th Moun- first step down this path by opening up Since the web is the dominant way resources? Are there ways to collaborate tain community. To that end, we will also committee participation to non-board people get information today, we will with the various chapters to hold fun- members. We’ve also implemented a first also collaborate with the other sister or- be increasing our connections with these draising or volunteer events for a com- pass on term limits to help balance burn- ganizations to explore ways to optimize stakeholders. I and other board members mon Foundation pillar program such as out with participation. Over the coming our collective web experience, both in will be working aggressively to reach out to career transition support for today’s 10th year we will also formalize our approach promoting the Foundation and ways to better understand the priorities of related soldiers interested in the ski and outdoor to succession planning and recruitment contribute. We will also explore ways to organizations such as: industry? Have thoughts? Let us know! with an end goal of clearly documented leverage the different Association chap- • The leadership and various chapters Ok, so there you have it. That’s what expectations and defined pathways to ters and our program partners. Are you of both the National Association and the we hope to do as we move to increase the make this information available to the interested in marketing? Are you a web 10th Descendants organization Foundation’s relevance and impact. Will greater 10th community. Have thoughts maven? Let us know! • The leadership and soldiers of today’s EXPLORE OPPORTUNITIES there be challenges along the way? You 10th and Ft. Drum or suggestions? Let us know. bet. Will we adjust and potentially course • The Tenth Mountain Hut Association MARKETING AND COMMUNICATION FOR EFFICIENCY & OUTREACH correct? Quite likely. I welcome your in- • The Denver Public Library’s 10th To increase relevance and impact, Addressing the areas outlined above put and suggestions. You can send them Mountain Resource Center & History people have to learn about the Founda- will better position us to take the next to admin@tenthmountainfoundation. Colorado tion and what it supports. step, which is to explore ways to be more org or [email protected]. We have • The Living History Group As we understand stakeholder inter- efficient when it comes to programmatic an objective. Now let’s go after it. • The Ski & Snowsport Association ests and define the programs comprising support, both in raising funds and mak- Sempre Avanti! PAGE 16 BLIZZARD 2016 NUMBER 3

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TENTH MOUNTAIN NEW FOUNDATION PRESIDENT SHARES VISIONS DIVISION FOUNDATION, INC. Trux Dole the WWII veterans to one being run by de- its connection to the outdoor industry President, Tenth Mountain Division Foundation 133 South Van Gordon Street scendants. She quietly but surely helped C. Continuing to support the education Suite 200 Sitting here writing this first letter as the the 10th license plate program get off the of 10th veterans and their children Lakewood, CO 80228 newly-elected president of your Founda- ground and helped keep all of us on track The mission has not changed. Nor has # 303-756-8486 tion, I can’t help thinking that my grandfa- before and after annual meetings. We will the commitment to ‘Your Foundation is Email: [email protected] ther, Minnie Dole, must be grinning. sorely miss Frankie’s gracious dedication Forever.’ Indeed, that commitment is why I am excited to share with you what we and quiet attention to detail, but we wish we have refocused our efforts. However, Board Chairman have been doing and where we are head- her well and hope that she will actually we are not done. We are just getting start- Thomas Hames ed. take some down time. ed, and this year will be a year of transition. President If you take away only one thing from this That said, we are very excited to wel- NEW ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE Trux Dole letter, it’s that over the next three years, my come our new Executive Administra- AND COMMITTEE WORK Executive Vice President goal is to increase the Tenth Mountain Di- tor, Lynn Hutchinson. Having served in At this year’s annual meeting on July Nancy Kramer vision Foundation’s relevance and impact the Military Intelligence Corps for seven Secretary on the greater 10th community. years, ending her career as a Captain, 18th, the Foundation board ratified our David Little I will explain my vision in more detail, Lynn understands the needs and interests new pillar-based organizational structure, Treasurer but before going any further, I would first of today’s soldiers. She also has a family and in the coming months we will be final- Bjorn Dahl like to thank Tommy Thompson for his connection to the 10th. Her husband was izing the corresponding committees with leadership as president these past three deployed with the 10th Mtn Div (LI) in defined charters and responsibilities. ADVISORY BOARD years, and for his many years of service to Iraq. Professionally, Lynn has both entre- This is an important first step because the Tenth Mountain Division Foundation. preneurial and corporate experience, and the board also agreed that we need to ex- All Chapter Presidents While he has chosen to step back from the most recently was fast-tracked to assistant tend participation on these committees Foundation board, Tommy has graciously store leader at JC Penney in under a year. to non-board members. You should know BOARD OF DIRECTORS agreed to continue to support the finance Given Lynn’s experience and personal- exactly what’s expected if you are going ity, our hope is that she will add value, not to volunteer your time. We also voted to Officers of the Foundation, plus: committee in its work. Tommy, thank you. Second, I would like to highlight the just in managing the administrative as- revise our budgeting along pillar lines, Ashley Domm pects of the foundation, but also helping so committees can know in advance the Robbi L. Farrow other folks elected to lead the Foundation. Nancy Kramer, who has so ably led our us in the areas of communications, mar- amount of funding with which they can Nancy Kramer keting and volunteer coordination. work. David Little governance committee, is stepping up as Vice President. Dave Little, best known for Ok, so how will we will achieve this goal Over the coming year, I’ve asked the Jennifer Neville by of increasing relevance and impact? committees within each pillar to research Ruso Donald Perkins all his work with the Living History Group, will be taking on the role of Secretary, and SHIFT TO PROGRAM PILLAR FOCUS and assess one to three programs that they Flint Whitlock believe merit long-term support; either as Bjorn Dahl has graciously agreed to extend Our first step started two years ago John P. Wright strategic partnerships with other organi- his term as Treasurer for another year as when we began analyzing how we might zations such as the Living History Group, we seek to find a worthy replacement. best restructure and change our focus. National Association President National Outdoor Leadership School (NO- Galen Jackman Last, but not least, Tom Hames will con- With the help of the Governance Commit- LS), or the Wounded Warrior program, or Descendants President tinue as our Foundation Chairman. tee, and a strategic planning session last as Foundation-initiated programs such Steve Coffey Third, and perhaps most importantly, year, we have shifted to a greater focus on as memorial support at Tennessee Pass or I need to announce a changing of the supporting defined programs rather than the Florence cemetery in Italy. HONORARY BOARD guard. We must reluctantly say goodbye ad hoc requests. This new focus is cen- This project is another way you can get to Frankie Barr, the Foundation’s long- tered on three main pillars: involved. Send us your suggestions! Help Earl Clark, Chair Emeritus time Executive Administrator. Having A. Promoting the legacy of the 10th and us with research! Join a committee! Hugh Evans first been recruited by Earl Clark, Frankie its soldiers — both WWII and today’s 10th SEE VISIONS ON PAGE 15 Frank Romano, Chair Emeritus helped us navigate from a board run by B. Furthering the spirit of the 10th and