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INSIDE THIS ISSUE

Outside at the NIM 2

Keeping it Clean 3

GWOT Rededication Plans 4

Korean Hero Remembered 5

Soldier Store Reimagined! 6

Summer Camp With Masks 6

School “Tours” Without Masks 6

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1775 Legacy Way Columbus, Georgia 31903 706.653.9234 nationalinfantrymuseum.org Page 2 National Infantry Museum You CAN Visit the NIM Over the Holidays! It feels like it’s been forever since we’ve seen you! Actually, it’s only been nine months, but as any Soldier will tell you, nine months at IS forever! The National Infantry Museum shut its doors in mid-March as COVID-19 began marching across the country. When other attractions began reopen- ing over the summer, the NIM took another route. We invited the Army’s trainees to come back, to make sure they got the heritage training that is such a critical part of their education. But to do that, we had to assure the Army that no one else could enter the bubble. Protecting the health of our nation’s fighting force was top priority. But now these young men and women are getting a welcome and well-de- serve break from Army life. And while they’re away for Holiday Block Leave, the museum will get to open its doors again to everyone. The only hitch is that the reopening will last for only three weeks, from December 19 through Janu- ary 10. Mark your calendars right now, so you don’t miss this brief opportunity to be inspired by stories of American Infantrymen. Rest assured, you’ll be visiting a museum that’s as clean and spit-polished as its been for the Soldiers. Our housekeeping crew will keep high-touch areas like railings, door knobs and elevator buttons sanitized. Masks will be required of all guests age 5 and older. Social distancing will be enforced. Even if you’ve visited the museum many times before, you can expect to see something new this time. The NIM’s temporary gallery will feature dialogue that may help veterans and their families with Canine Warriors – Courage and Sacrifice, Always Beside You, a traveling psychological healing. exhibition designed by Ohio master The Wounded Warrior Dog exhibit is in the muse- craftsman James Mellick. It features um’s temporary gallery, located in the Fort Benning 12 wooden dog sculptures intended gallery. It will be open during the museum’s regular not only to demonstrate the vital role operating hours. January 10 is the last day to see this military working dogs play in combat, traveling exhibit. but to be symbolic of the sacrifices made by the dogs’ wounded human The reopening also means we’ll be able to keep companions. The primary mission The Polar Express holiday tradition alive! We’ll sell only is to focus attention on the needs of a third of the available seats during each screening, wounded veterans. to ensure social distancing. Also new this year is the Mellick spent about 160 hours ability to purchase your tickets online at www.nation- carving each of the animals. The alinfantrymuseum.org/theater. Buy now, in case your artist hopes the exhibit will open up preferred show times sell out!

Board of Directors National Advisory Board

LTG Tom Metz, Chairman Mr. Jim Weaver, Chairman LTG Carmen Cavezza, Chairman Emeritus GEN Chuck Jacoby, Vice Chairman Dr. Carl Savory, Vice Chairman GEN Lloyd Austin MG Ken Leuer Mr. Brian Abeyta Mrs. Becky Rumer Mr. Jim Balkcom LTG Tom Metz Mr. Mark Baker Mr. Heath Schondelmayer LTG Mike Barbero COL Ralph Puckett Mr. John Hargrove Mr. John Shinkle LTG Jerry Bates Mr. Tom Rabaut Sen. Hunter Hill Mr. Michael Silverstein MG J.B. Burns GEN Bill Richardson Mr. Tony Link Ms. Lisa Smith LTG Carmen Cavezza Gov. Tom Ridge Mr. Frank Lumpkin III HON Judy Thomas LTG Charles W. “Bill” Dyke GEN Robert W. RisCassi Mr. Warner Neal Mr. Robert Ward III GEN Larry Ellis COL Mike Sierra Mr. Chuck Rossi MG Carl Ernst LTG Mike Spigelmire LTG Mike Ferriter MG William Steele Ex-Officio Members LTG Tom Fields Mr. Mat Swift BG David Hodne LTG Ben Freakley Mr. Fred Taylor COL (Ret) Mike Burns Mr. Joe Galloway LTG Sam Wetzel Mr. Bill Barnello LTG Dave Grange MG Jerry White Mr. Dave Hanselman Mrs. Richard Hallock GEN John Wickham Mrs. Chris Henson GEN Buck Kernan MG Walt Wojdakowski Mrs. Jean McKee MG Will Latham BG Jim Yarbrough Mayor Skip Henderson LTG John LeMoyne Mayor Eddie Lowe The Infantry Heritage Letter Page 3 “Our nation’s thanks may never be enough.” Commanding General Vows to Keep Memories Alive Nineteen years after 9/11, names are still being added to the Global War on Terrorism Memorial at the National Infantry Museum. At the same time, new members are joining the club no one wants to be a part of -- Gold Star families. Loved ones of the war’s fallen came from across the country – from New Hampshire to California, from Utah to Virginia – for the redi- cation of the memorial. Forty new names were added to the memorial’s granite panels, bringing the total to 7,032. Each, a Soldier, Sailor, Airman or Marine killed in service since 9/11. Fort Benning Commanding General MG Patrick Donahoe was Guest speaker and Maneuver Center of Ex- the keynote speaker for the rededication ceremony cellence MG Patrick Donahoe embraced more than 350 Gold Star family members with warm words of welcome and appreciation. “Let these hallowed grounds always be a home for you, where you can feel the love of our Gold Star com- munity, and the endless gratitude of our nation,” he said. Gold Star family members find camaraderie and support at the annual event. At a dinner the night before the rededication and on the museum grounds the day of the ceremony, they share stories, tears and hugs. Nearly all tell us how the event has aided their journey toward healing. MG Donahoe acknowledged their special kind of sacrifice. “You are the mothers, the fathers, the sons, the daughters, the sisters, the brothers, the aunts, the uncles, cousins, and friends who absorbed the true cost of the civilized world’s fight against barbarism. Whether soldiers, sailors, airmen, marines, or coast guardsmen, they volunteered, and you stood to support them. Our nation’s thanks may never be enough, but it is my fervent hope that it fills in some small way the void of their loss.” Rededication ceremonies are held every year on the first Saturday after Labor Day. If you know any Gold Star family members, urge them to contact us at rgoodman@nationalinfantry- foundation.org so they can receive a personal invitation to future events. The next rededication event will be September 10-11, 2021, at the National Infantry Museum. Turnout grows considerably each year as more families learn of this inspirational and healing event. The National Infantry Museum Foundation appreciates donations and sponsorships to help show our support for Gold Star families.

ABOVE TOP: Guest speakers at the Gold Star Family Dinner were Kevin Graves, Kristin Weber and Kisha Patterson. MIDDLE: Air Force SMSGT Steven Reedy reads the 40 names added to the memorial. BOTTOM: On behalf of sponsor Liberty Utilities, NIM Foundation Chairman LTG (Ret) Tom Metz hands out commemorative coins to Gold Star Family members. BELOW is a gallery of photographs from the two-day event. Page 4 National Infantry Museum Soldiers-Turned-Civil Servants Remembered Everyone loved Uncle Bob Ranger fought Vietcong, then Drugs Bob Poydasheff gleefully joined other dignitaries in detonating the TNT at Family members, friends and community leaders the museum’s “ground shaking” event in 2006. Not just because guys like from both Columbus and Fort Benning honored the blowing things up, but because he was so incredibly proud that a $100 million late Milton Lockett, Jr., the Army’s first African-Ameri- museum was being built in what he called Columbus South, a part of the city can Ranger Instructor and beloved Columbus activist, he fought hard to revitalize. As mayor of Columbus 2003-2007 and a retired at the unveiling of a new display in the National Infan- Army colonel who spent 24 years in service, the larger-than-life Poydasheff try Museum. was beloved by both the military and civilian communities. He died September Master Sergeant Lockett joined the Army in 24 at the age of 90. 1952 and served in the Korean War and two tours In the Army, Poydasheff was a parachutist and served a combat tour in in Vietnam. In 1959 he became the Army’s first Vietnam. He spent most of his military career in the Judge Advocate General African-American Ranger instructor. After retiring Corps, and was prominently figured in the trials of high-ranking officers in- from the Army, Lockett took his fight to the streets of volved in the My Lai incident. He also served as Legal Counsel to the Secre- Columbus, where drug dealers were turning once tary of the Army Bo Calloway. He was elected to the Ranger Hall of Fame for safe neighborhoods into crime zones. “Up with hope, his service to the Army Rangers and his dedication to the . down with dope,” was the catch phrase fellow activ- Poydasheff was instrumental in getting the new National Infantry Museum ists chanted on their marches. He organized neigh- project started by creating the Foundation as a non-profit 501(c)(3). He has borhood watches and was recognized by Columbus been a staunch supporter ever since. Foundation Chair- City Council in 2007 for his man Emeritus Carmen Cavezza said the museum is part work as President of Columbus of Bob’s legacy. “He was with us from the very beginning, Against Drugs. supporting us in so many different ways. This museum Lockett continued fighting was very personal to him. We’ll miss seeing him here.” crime until he died of cancer in A community memorial service was held October 30 2018. He was buried with full at the museum, featuring remembrances from friends, military honors at Fort Ben- family and elected officials. ning’s Main Post Cemetery.

Merrill’s Marauders Earn Congressional Gold Medal With the the end only 130 were still fit for duty. President’s The Medal might never have been awarded if not for signature, legis- the relentless advocacy of people like Jonnie Clasen, lation giving the daughter of the late Merrill’s Marauder MSG Vincent Army’s Merrill’s Melillo. She and her father enjoyed frequent visits to Marauders the museum, and even spent his 97th birthday here, long overdue displaying memorabilia and sharing stories of his expe- recognition riences. Melillo died in 2015. has become The bipartisan legislation was introduced by Repub- law. The action lican Georgia Sen. Johnny Isakson. It passed the House Marauder Melillo at awards the late last year. the NIM in 2015. Merrill’s Marauders crossing a bridge in Burma Congressional during World War II. Gold Medal to LEFT: BG Pete Jones the first American troops to fight the Japanese on land in presents the Order of St. Maurice Shield of Sparta to Asia during World War II. The act recognizes the extraor- Johnnie Clasen, daugh- dinary service of nearly 3,000 U.S. Army Special Forces ter of Marauder Vincent volunteers who drove a much larger Japanese force out Melillo. of Myanmar, then called Burma, traveling almost 1,000 RIGHT: Melillo loved miles through treacherous jungle terrain. sharing his stories with Soldiers marched farther on foot than any other fight- youngsters. This is a photo ing unit. More than 2,700 Soldiers started the mission; at from Summer Camp at the NIM in 2016. The Infantry Heritage Letter Page 5 Full Renovation Underway in Current Ops Galery

Ranger fought Vietcong, then Drugs When the museum opened in 2009, no one Rescorla saved thousands of Morgan Stanley imagined the war on terrorism would still be employees in the terror attack, he was a U.S. active 11 years later. After all, Desert Storm Army officer in Vietnam. During his service he lasted only 43 days. But we’re still fighting learned The Soldier’s Creed, which includes what is now our nation’s longest war, and the the promise to “never leave a fallen comrade.” gallery that tells that ongoing story needs to be That value was clearly ingrained in him when updated. terrorist-controlled planes struck the offices in Crews have gutted the so-called current his charge. operations gallery and will soon start rebuild- New display cases at the museum will ing it with all new displays and exhibits. include pieces of marble taken from the rubble Come summer of 2021, visitors to the of each tower of the World Trade Center and National Infantry Museum will walk a timeline personal effects from the Pentagon left un- from Panama and Somalia through Iraq and claimed years after the attacks. Afghanistan. In coming months, this newsletter will fea- One exhibit will tell the story of Rick ture other features of the new gallery. Look for Rescorla, hailed as a hero on 9/11. Before it to reopen in the summer of 2021.

How to Visit the NIM While It’s Closed

With the threat of infection still a seri- ous concern to the Army, the Nation- al Infantry Museum remains closed MEMORIAL WALK OF HONOR to the public. But that doesn’t mean you can’t pay us a visit. The muse- um sits on 155 acres of land and in- cludes several outdoor exhibits that are open all the time. Some ideas to WWII COMPANY STREET inspire you: • Honor the fallen at the massive me- morials to the Vietnam War and the Global War on Terrorism. • Take a stroll through the Memorial Walk of Honor, just south of the stadi- um and Inouye Field, where dozens of monuments honor the service of WAR ON TERRORISM MEMORIAL both individuals and unit associations. • Circle World War II Company Street, a collection of seven buildings that housed troops during the build- up to WWII. The gates surrounding WWII Street are locked, but you can VIETNAM MEMORIAL PLAZA still imagine being a private at Fort Benning at the start of the war. REUNION GROUP • Bring your private event to the NIM! We can work with you to ensure both safety and a memorable occa- sion. We can host reunion groups, HERITAGE WALK meetings, weddings and more. Feel more comfortable outside? Fall is the COURTYARD perfect time of year to host a party on our outdoor Courtyard.

Call us with questions or to book your event: 706-653-9234.

Visit us at www.nationalinfantryfoundation.org and on these social media sites! Page 6 National Infantry Museum A Good Time to Give

The National Infantry Museum’s annual year-end giving campaign, Heroes Among Us, began on Giving Tuesday, December 1, and runs through the end of the year. Now, more than ever, we need your financial help. This has been a turbulent year for nonprofit organizations, and the NIM is no exception. This is a great opportunity for generous donors to support the causes that are mean- ingful to them with increased gifts, especially for general operating support. The National Infantry Museum is currently closed to the public so that we may remain open for Soldier tours, an important part of their education and training. It is critical to keep our troops healthy and strong. We are working hard to reduce the health risks for them, by significantly limiting the number of people they come in contact with while at the museum, as well as carry- ing out stringent cleaning procedures. Please consider the NIM in your year-end giving, and help keep our doors open for our Soldiers in training now, and for everybody as soon as we get this virus under control. What’s a CASA? The museum was proud to host three of the four Georgia Civilian Aides to the Secretary of the Army recently. John Hargrove, Ken Keen and John Phillips were given a tour by Museum Director Scott Daubert and Foundation President BG Pete Jones. CASAs act as liaisons between the Army and the communities they serve. They are business or civic leaders who understand how mili- tary and civilian communities can benefit from each MoH Recipient Visits NIM other. CASAs serve Recipient SGM Thomas P. Payne two-year terms and was presented the Primicerius Order of Saint Maurice do not receive any by the National Infantry Association during a recent visit compensation. In to the National Infantry Museum. the Army’s eyes, SGM Payne was awarded the Medal of Honor on they’re equivalent to September 11, 2020, for his actions on October 22, a three-star general. 2015, during a hostage rescue at an Islamic State We thank them prison compound in Kirkuk Province, Iraq, in support of for their service and Combined Joint Task Force – Operation Inherent Re- their many efforts on solve. The joint operation, conducted with the Kurdish our behalf! CTG (Counter-Terrorism Group), resulted in the rescue of 75 hostages. SGM Payne is the first living member to Employee and Volunteer receive the Medal of Honor, the third Delta Force recipi- ent, and the first Medal of Honor recipient for Operation of the Year Inherent Resolve. Next time you see them, give a shout-out to our Employee and Volunteer of the quarter, Destiny Overton and Frank Orr. Destiny is the whirling dervish you’ll see behind the counter in the Rally Point Canteen, making popcorn, cooking pizza, selling tickets and cleaning up. She’s small in stature, but when hungry trainees line up for some chow, they know exactly who’s in charge! In his many years at the NIM, Frank has worked his way up from Volunteer to Docent. If you’re lucky, you’ll hear him sharing his vast knowledge of military history during a tour up the Last 100 Yards ramp. But even if he’s just carting guests around the campus or directing The most recent recipient of the Medal of Honor, SGM visitors through the museum, he’ll be happy to Thomas Payne, poses with museum staff members at the take a break to share war stories with you! start of the Last 100 Yards ramp. The Infantry Heritage Letter Page 7

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The National Infantry Foundation was established in 1998 to honor our nation’s Infantrymen, past, present and future, and to preserve their legacy. The Foundation, in partnership with the U.S. Army, is committed to sharing their legacy through the National Infantry Museum and Soldier Center.

The museum is sponsored, in part, by the U.S. Department of Defense. The content of this newsletter does not necessarily reflect the position or policy of the Government and no o icial endorsement should be inferred.

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Col (USAF Ret) Andy Redmond CSM (USA Ret) Chris Lewis Executive Vice President Director of Education and Volunteer Services Jane Bayer Director of Development Mike McCabe Director of Information Technology Sonya Bell Administrative Services Manager Mary Terry Have you joined the NIA? Accounting Manager visit www.infantryassn.com Mike Bullard Director of Building and Facilities Keisha Wilson-Moorer Director of Events Cyndy Cerbin Director of Communications