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-General Alfred M. Gray

MARINE CORPS-LAW ENFORCEMENT CONGRESSIONAL FOUNDATION GALA SPONSOR Est. 1995 2018 24th Annual Atlantic City Marine Corps - Law Enforcement Foundation Congressional Medal of Honor Gala Sponsor Marine Corps-Law Enforcement Foundation

Thank you for supporting the work of the Marine Corps -Law Enforcement Foundation.

FREEDOM IS NOT FREE

The Marine Corps - Law Enforcement Foundation provides financial aid for education, special needs, and care for children of U.S. Marines, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Drug Enforcement Administration, Immigration and Naturalization Services, Customs Bureau, Secret Service, Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms Bureau, the U.S. Marshals, Naval Criminal Investigative Service and Federal Air Marshal Service. It also awards U.S. Treasury Bonds to children of U.S. Marines and federal law enforcement employees killed in the line of duty. Special consideration may be given to state, county and local law enforcement officers.

This Foundation was formed in February of 1995 by a group of former Marines and federal law enforcement officers met and sought a vehicle to assist the children of Marines and federal law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty. We wanted to do it in a way that would have an immediate life changing effect on the surviving parent and the children who, in most cases, lost their father. That was the beginning of the Marine Corps Law Enforcement Foundation. Our Mission Statement is the same as it was back in 1995 and has not changed: DHS

“TO ENCOURAGE THE SPIRITUAL, MORAL, INTELLECTUAL AND PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT OF CHILDREN THROUGH EDUCATION. WE STRONGLY BELIEVE OUR NATIONS MOST PRECIOUS RESOURCE IS ITS YOUTH AND THEY MUST BE CARED FOR”

Through your continuous support, our Foundation has distributed aid with a value of more than $73 million to more than 4,000 CHILDREN OF OUR FALLEN MARINES AND FEDERAL LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS who were killed on duty or died under extraordinary circumstances while serving our country at home or abroad.

When a child of a Marine is afflicted with a physical or mental disability and requires special medical equipment or tutoring, our Foundation may grant financial assistance to that family if their personal insurance does not cover the complete cost of treatment for this child.

This assistance has had a positive, and immediate life-changing effect on many, many children. We are thankful for the commitment and support of our many members and volunteers. Because of their dedication 98.4% of all donations to MC-LEF go directly to fund our mission.

The Foundation is registered to participate in the Combined Federal Campaigns (CFC #10507). It is also an Internal Revenue Service 501 © 3 Tax-Exempt Charity, Federal Tax ID # 22-335-7410. A wealth of information about the Foundation at www.mc-lefac.org. Value of Our Awards as of December 31, 2017

The Marine Corps - Law Enforcement Foundation Expresses its deepest appreciation to all our friends. and supporters. Thank you for your continued support and dedication!

ATLANTIC CITY COUNTRY CLUB SHERIFF ERIC SCHEFFLER AND THE ATLANTIC COUNTY SHERIFFS DEPARTMENT BENNETT CHEVROLET BOARDWALK HONDA and ACURA CATHERINE WALKER COL.PATRICK CALLAHAN, SUPERINTENDANT NEW JERSEY STATE POLICE COL. & MRS. RICK FUENTES FORT NASSAU GRAPHICS HOOTERS MAPLE DIRECT MINO’S BAKERY OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE SSGT. JOSHUA MAARLEVELD, PANYNJ PAUL O’GARA PORT AUTHORITY POLICE OF NEW YORK & NEW JERSEY PORT AUTHORITY POLICE PBA RYAN FAMILY RSI AUCTIONS RUCKPACK SCHOPPY, INC. SPORT CLIPS TROPICANA ATLANTIC CITY US FACILITIES WAWA WOND 1400 AM RADIO 24th Annual Invitational Gala Tropicana Atlantic City Saturday, June 9, 2018

Presentation of Colors Celebration of General Alfred M. Gray, Jr. 90th Birthday Patriotic Interlude The Commandant’s Own United States Marine Drum & Bugle Corps Marine Barracks, Washington DC Invocation Father Francis P. Foley, US Naval Academy Command Chaplain

Introduction of Congressional Medal of Honor Recipients Michael Di Francesco, Atlantic City Co-Chair and Vice President, Marine Corps - Law Enforcement Foundation

Marine Corps-Law Enforcement Foundation Mission Update and Remarks Edmond J. Boran, President, Marine Corps - Law Enforcement Foundation

Video Presentation

Dinner

2018 Captain Peter Mucci Award Recipients

New Jersey State Police Port Authority of New York and New Jersey Detective Sergeant James Abbes Officer Sean Gallagher Detective I Stephen Christinzio Officer Drew Preston Presented By Officer Jack Collins Colonel Patrick J. Callahan Officer Anthony Manfredini Superintendent of New Jersey State Police Officer Anthony Estevez Sergeant Hector Martinez Sergeant Victor Talamini Lieutenant Miriam Rubio Presented By Chief Lou Klock Chief of Police Operations Port Authority Police Introduction of Military Guest of Honor General Glenn M. Walters Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps. Presented By Lt. General Fred McCorkle, USMC, Ret.

2018 Charles Ruch Award Recipient Peter Cancro Founder & CEO Jersey Mike’s Subs Presented By Mr. Michael Manzo Chief Operating Officer, Jersey Mike’s Subs

Silent Auctions Closes General Robert B. Neller 37th Commandant, U.S. Marine Corps

General Glenn M. Walters Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps. General Glenn M. Walters Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps

General Walters was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant on 12 May 1979, after graduating from The Citadel with a degree in Electrical Engineering. Upon completion of the Officers Basic Course in November of 1979, he was assigned to 3rd Battalion, 2nd Marines at Camp Lejeune as a Platoon Commander in Weapons Company. He attended flight training in Pensacola, Florida and was designated a Naval Aviator in March of 1981.

After receiving his wings, General Walters was assigned to Marine Aircraft Group-39 for training in the AH-1T, subsequently transferring to HMA-169 as the Flight Line Officer, Flight Scheduler and Adjutant. He completed two WESTPAC cruises in 1983 and 1984 with HMM-265.

During June of 1986, General Walters was assigned to 1st Reconnaissance Battalion, at Camp Pendleton for duty as Air Officer and Operations Officer. In July of 1987 he was assigned to HMT-303 for refresher training in the AH-1J and subsequent transition to the AH-1W. In July 1987 he deployed on MAGTF 1-88 in support of Operation Earnest Will in the Arabian Gulf on the USS Okinawa. After returning to the United States he was assigned as the Assistant Operations Officer and S-4 in HMLA-169.

Departing MAG-39 in September of 1989, General Walters attended Multi-Engine Transition Training at NAS Corpus Christi, Texas. He then attended the United States Naval Test Pilot School in 1990. After graduation from Test Pilot School, General Walters was assigned to the Attack/Assault Department of the Rotary Wing Aircraft Test Directorate at Naval Air Station, Patuxent River. His duties included Flight Test lead for the AH-1W Night Targeting System, Integrated Body and Head Restraint System and AH-1W Maverick Missile feasibility testing. He was elected to the Society of Experimental Test Pilots in October of 1994.

In April of 1994, after his tour in Flight Test, General Walters was assigned duties in the Fleet Introduction Team for the AH-1W Night Targeting System at MAG-39, Camp Pendleton, CA. Upon completion of Fleet Introduc- tion of the NTS system, General Walters assumed the duties as Operations Officer for HMLA-369, deploying to Okinawa in November of 1995. Returning from Okinawa in May of 1996, General Walters assumed the duties as XO of HMLA-369.

General Walters took command of HMT-303 on 4 June 1997, and relinquished command 21 months later on 2 March 1999, where he was subsequently assigned the duties of XO, MAG-39. During April of 1999, General Walters was transferred to the Aviation Branch, Headquarters Marine Corps, for service as the Head, APP-2 in the Aviation Plans and Programs Division. In March of 2001 was transferred to the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense, Acquisition, Technology & Logistics, Defense System, Land Warfare, where he was an Aviation Staff Specialist.

General Walters assumed command of VMX-22 on 28 August 2003, becoming the first Commanding Officer of the Squadron. In August of 2006 General Walters was assigned as head of the Aviation Requirements Branch (APW) in the Department of Aviation at HQMC. From January 2007 to April 2008, he served as head of the Plans, Policy and Budget Branch (APP). In March of 2008 he assumed the duties of Assistant Deputy Comman- dant for Aviation. After his promotion to Brigadier General in August of 2008, he was assigned to the Joint Staff as Deputy Director J-8, DDRA. General Walters came to in July of 2010, and assumed command of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (Forward) in November of 2010. He was promoted to the rank of Major General while deployed in August of 2011, and returned in March of 2012. General Walters assumed command of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing in May of 2012 and relinquished command in May of 2013. General Walters was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant General on 7 June 2013 and was assigned as the Deputy Commandant of Programs and Resources. On August 2, 2016 General Walters was promoted to his current rank and began serv- ing as the Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps. General Alfred M. Gray 29th Commandant of the Marine Corps. General Alfred M. Gray 29th Commandant of the Marine Corps

Gray was born on June 22, 1928 in Rahway, New Jersey and moved to the Jersey Shore community of Point Pleasant Beach.[1] He transferred from Rahway High School to Point Pleasant Beach High School, where he played baseball, basketball and football, graduating as part of the class of 1946. He is the son of Emily and Alfred Mason Gray. He studied at Lafayette College, and received a Bachelor of Science degree from State University of New York. He has honorary degrees from Lafayette College, Monmouth University, Norwich University, the National Defense Intelli- gence College, and Franklin University. He married the former Jan Goss of Burlington, Vermont on July 20, 1980.

Gray enlisted in the United States Marine Corps in 1950. He served overseas with (FMF), Pacific, attaining the rank of sergeant before being commissioned a second lieutenant in April 1952. By definition, serving in the enlisted ranks prior to becoming an officer makes Gray a “mustang,” which generally commands more respect in the Corps because of the combination of officer smarts and enlisted practicality. His early tours included service with 11th Marines and 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division in Korea, the , at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, and Headquarters Marine Corps, Washington, D.C., during which he saw service in Guantanamo Bay and Vietnam.

As a Major, Gray joined the 12th Marine Regiment, in Vietnam in October 1965, serving concur- rently as regimental communications officer, regimental training officer, and artillery aerial observer. He took com- mand of the Composite Artillery Battalion and U.S. Free World Forces at Gio Linh in April 1967. In September 1967, Gray was reassigned to the III Marine Amphibious Force in Da Nang where he commanded the 1st elements throughout I Corps until February 1968. Following a brief tour in the United States, he returned to Vietnam from June to September 1969 in conjunction with surveillance and reconnaissance matters in the I Corps area.

After his tour, Gray served as Commanding Officer of the 1st Battalion, 2nd Marines, Battalion Landing Team 1/2; the ; the ; and Camp Commander of , Okinawa, Japan. While commanding the 33rd Marine Amphibious Unit and Regimental Landing Team-4, and concurrently serving as Deputy Commander, 9th Marines Amphibious Brigade, Gray directed the Southeast Asia evacuation oper- ations in 1975.

Advanced to brigadier general in March 1976, General Gray served as Commanding General, Landing Force Train- ing Command, Atlantic, and the 4th Marine Amphibious Brigade. Promoted to major general in February 1980, he assumed command of the 2nd Marine Division, FMF, Atlantic, Camp Lejueune, N.C., in June 1981. Following his promotion to lieutenant general on August 29, 1984, he was reassigned as Commanding General, FMF, Atlantic/ Commanding General, II MEF, and Commanding General, FMF, Europe. General Gray was promoted to general and became Commandant of the Marine Corps on July 1, 1987. His appointment as Commandant of the Marine Corps was recommended by Jim Webb, then Secretary of the Navy.

Gray presided over changes in training in the 1970s with an emphasis on large-scale maneuver in desert and cold-weather environments, and changed Marine doctrine to one of maneuver warfare in the 1980s. This transfor- mation from the Vietnam War-era is sometimes called the second enlightenment of the Marine Corps (the first being under MajGen John A. Lejeune), and included development of a robust maritime special operations capability, em- phasis on the education of leaders, establishment of Marine Corps University, and development of a long-range desert operations capability. As a reminder that the primary role of every Marine is a rifleman, he had his official photograph taken in the Camouflage Utility Uniform, the only Commandant to have done so.

The Marine Corps Base in Quantico, Virginia is the home of the Alfred M. Gray Research Center. The center houses the Marine Corps Archives and Special Collections, the Quantico Base Library, and the research library for the Marine Corps University, as well a conference center. Gray routinely stops by to donate his recently read books.

Since 2004, as part of the Marine Corps Communications Awards Program, The General Alfred M. Gray Trophy is pre- sented annually in honor of the 29th Commandant. The award bears his name due to his contributions to moderniza- tion in intelligence and communications. The Marine Corps University Foundation retains overall responsibility for funding the Trophy, and receives a grant from Sprint. A Marine Captain on active duty serving in the military occupa- tional specialty (MOS) 0602 Communications Information Systems Officer within the operating forces or supporting establishment is recognized with the trophy each year at an awards ceremony. In Attendance MEDAL OF HONOR RECIPIENTS

Col. Harvey C. Barnum U.S. Marine Corps 1965

Sgt. Gary B. Beikirch U.S. Army 1970

MajGen. James E. Livingston U.S. Marine Corps 1968

Lt. Walter Joseph Marm, Jr.. U.S. Army 1965

Sgt. Robert M. Patterson U.S. Army 1968

CW04 Hershel Woodrow Williams U.S. Marine Corps 1945 The Navy Cross Medal is the Department of the Navy’s second highest combat decoration, second only to the Medal of Honor. It is presented to members of the Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an opposing armed force. NAVY CROSS RECIPIENTS

Edward Hansberry World War II Patrick T. McGahn, Jr. Korea General William Keys USMC (Ret.) Vietnam Robin Montgomery Vietnam Colonel John W. Ripley USMC (Ret.) Vietnam Sgt. James E. McGreevey USMC World War II 1st Lt. Harvey C. Barnum, Jr. Medal of Honor 1965 2/9/3 Ky Phu in Quang Tin Province, Republic of Vietnam The President of the United States in the name of The Congress takes pride in presenting the MEDAL OF HONOR to

First Lieutenant Harvey C. Barnum, Jr. United States Marine Corps. for service as set forth in the following

CITATION:

For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty. When the company was suddenly pinned down by a hail of extremely accurate enemy fire and was quickly separated from the remainder of the battalion by over 500 meters of open and fire-swept ground, and casualties mounted rapidly. Lt. Barnum quickly made a hazardous reconnaissance of the area, seeking targets for his artillery. Finding the rifle company commander mortally wounded and the radio operator killed, he, with complete disregard for his safety, gave aid to the dying commander, then removed the radio from the dead operator and strapped it to himself. He immediately assumed command of the rifle company, and moving at once into the midst of the heavy fire, rallying and giving encouragement to all units, reorganized them to replace the loss of key personnel and led their attack on enemy positions from which deadly fire continued to come. His sound and swift decisions and his obvious calm served to stabilize the badly decimated units and his gallant example as he stood exposed repeatedly to point out targets served as an inspiration to all. Provided with 2 armed helicopters, he moved fearlessly through enemy fire to control the air attack against the firmly entrenched enemy while skillfully directing 1 platoon in a successful counterattack on the key enemy positions. Having thus cleared a small area, he requested and directed the landing of 2 transport helicopters for the evacuation of the dead and wounded. He then assisted in the mopping up and final seizure of the battalion’s objective. His gallant initiative and heroic conduct reflected great credit upon himself and were in keeping with the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the U.S. Naval Service. Colonel (then 1st Lt.) Harvey C. Barnum, Jr. CAPTAIN JAMES E. LIVINGSTON MEDAL OF HONOR 1968 VIETNAM

The President of the United States in the name of The Congress takes pride in presenting the MEDAL OF HONOR to

CAPTAIN JAMES E. LIVINGSTON UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS for service as set forth in the following

CITATION:

For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty while serving as Commanding Officer, Company E, in action against enemy forces. Company E launched a determined assault on the heavily fortified village of Dai Do, which had been seized by the enemy on the preceding evening isolating a marine company from the remainder of the battalion. Skillfully employing screening agents, Capt. Livingston maneuvered his men to assault positions across 500 meters of dangerous open rice paddies while under intense enemy fire. Ignoring hostile rounds impacting near him, he fearlessly led his men in a savage assault against enemy emplacements within the village. While adjusting supporting arms fire, Capt. Livingston moved to the points of heaviest resistance, shouting words of encouragement to his marines, directing their fire, and spurring the dwindling momentum of the attack on repeated occasions. Although twice painfully wounded by grenade fragments, he refused medical treatment and courageously led his men in the destruction of over 100 mutually supporting bunkers, driving the remaining enemy from their positions, and relieving the pressure on the stranded marine company. As the 2 companies consolidated positions and evacuated casualties, a third company passed through the friendly lines launching an assault on the adjacent village of Dinh To, only to be halted by a furious counterattack of an enemy battalion. Swiftly assessing the situation and disregarding the heavy volume of enemy fire, Capt. Livingston boldly maneuvered the remaining effective men of his company forward, joined forces with the heavily engaged marines, and halted the enemy’s counterattack. Wounded a third time and unable to walk, he steadfastly remained in the dangerously exposed area, deploying his men to more tenable positions and supervising the evacuation of casualties. Only when assured of the safety of his men did he allow himself to be evacuated. Capt. Livingston’s gallant actions upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the U.S. Naval Service. Major General (then Capt.) JAMES E. LIVINGSTON First Lieutenant (then 2nd Lt.) WALTER JOSEPH MARM, JR. MEDAL OF HONOR 1965 VIETNAM

The President of the United States in the name of The Congress takes pride in presenting the MEDAL OF HONOR to

FIRST LIEUTENANT (then 2nd Lt.) WALTER JOSEPH MARM, JR. for service as set forth in the following

CITATION:

For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of life above and beyond the call of duty. As a platoon leader in the 1st Cavalry Division (Airmobile), 1st Lt. Marm demonstrated indomitable courage during a combat operation. His company was moving through the valley to relieve a friendly unit surrounded by an enemy force of estimated regimental size. 1st Lt. Marm led his platoon through withering fire until they were finally forced to take cover. Realizing that his platoon could not hold very long, and seeing four enemy soldiers moving into his position, he moved quickly under heavy fire and annihilated all four. Then, seeing that his platoon was receiving intense fire from a concealed machine gun, he deliberately exposed himself todraw its fire. Thus locating its position, he attempted to destroy it with an antitank weapon. Although he inflicted casualties, the weapon did not silence the enemy fire. Quickly disregarding the intense fire directed on him and his platoon, he charged 30 meters across open ground and hurled grenades into the enemy position, killing some of the eight insurgents manning it. Although severely wounded, when his grenades were expended, armed with only a rifle, he continued the momentum of his assault on the position and killed the remainder of the enemy. 1st Lt. Marm’s selfless actions reduced the fire on his platoon, broke the enemy assault, and rallied his unit to continue toward the accomplishment of this mission. 1st Lt. Marm’s gallantry on the battlefield and his extraordinary intrepidity at the risk of his life are in the highest traditions of the U.S. Army and reflect great credit upon himself and the Armed Forces of his country. First Lieutenant (then 2nd Lt.) Walter J. Marm, Jr. SERGEANT GARY B. BEIKIRCH MEDAL OF HONOR 1970 4/1/70 KONTUM PROVINCE REPUBLIC OF VIETNAM

The President of the United States in the name of The Congress takes pride in presenting the MEDAL OF HONOR to

SERGEANT GARY B. BEIKIRCH UNITED STATES ARMY for service as set forth in the following

CITATION:

For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty. Sgt. Beikirch, medical aidman, Detachment B-24, Company B, distinguished himself during the defense of Camp Dak Seang. The allied defenders suffered a number of casualties as a result of an intense, devastating attack launched by the enemy from well-concealed positions surrounding the camp. Sgt. Beikirch, with complete disregard for his personal safety, moved unhesitatingly through the withering enemy fire to his fallen comrades, applied first aid to their wounds and assisted them to the medical aid station. When informed that a seriously injured American officer was lying in an exposed position, Sgt. Beikirch ran immediately through the hail of fire. Although he was wounded seriously by fragments from an exploding enemy mortar shell, Sgt. Beikirch carried the officer to a medical aid station. Ignoring his own serious injuries, Sgt. Beikirch left the relative safety of the medical bunker to search for and evacuate other men who had been injured. He was again wounded as he dragged a critically injured Vietnamese soldier to the medical bunker while simultaneously applying mouth-to-mouth resuscitation to sustain his life. Sgt. Beikirch again refused treatment and continued his search for other casualties until he collapsed. Only then did he permit himself to be treated. Sgt. Beikirch’s complete devotion to the welfare of his comrades, at the risk of his life are in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit on him, his unit, and the U.S. Army. SERGEANT GARY B. BEIKIRCH SERGEANT ROBERT M. PATTERSON MEDAL OF HONOR 1968 LA CHU, VIETNAM

The President of the United States in the name of The Congress takes pride in presenting the MEDAL OF HONOR to SERGEANT ROBERT M. PATTERSON UNITED STATES ARMY for service as set forth in the following

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For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity on action at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty. Sgt. Patterson (then Sp4c.) distinguished himself while serving as a fire team leader of the 3d Platoon, Troop B, during an assault against a North Vietnamese Army battalion, which was entrenched in a heavy fortified position. When the leading squad of the 3d Platoon was pinned down by heavy interlocking automatic weapons and rocket propelled grenade fire from two enemy bunkers, Sgt. Patterson and the two other members of his assault team moved forward under a hail of enemy fire to destroy the bunkers with grenade and machine gun fire. Observing that his comrades were being fired on from a third enemy bunker covered by enemy gunners in 1-man spider holes, Sgt. Patterson, with complete disregard for his safety and ignoring the warning of his comrades that he was moving into a bunker complex, assaulted and destroyed the position. Although exposed to intensive small arms and grenade fire from the bunkers and their mutually supporting emplacements, Sgt. Patterson continued his assault upon the bunkers, which were impeding the advance of his unit. Sgt. Patterson single handedly destroyed, by rifle and grenade fire, five enemy bunkers, killed eight enemy soldiers and captured seven weapons. His dauntless courage and heroism inspired his platoon to resume the attack and to penetrate the enemy defensive position. Sgt. Patterson’s action, at the risk of his life, has reflected great credit upon himself, his unit, and the U.S. Army. Sergeant Robert M. Patterson CW04 HERSHEL WOODROW “WOODY” WILLIAMS MEDAL OF HONOR 1945 2/23/45Iwo Jima, Volcano Islands

The President of the United States in the name of The Congress takes pride in presenting the MEDAL OF HONOR to CORPORAL HERSHEL WOODROW WILLIAMS UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS for service as set forth in the following

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For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty as demolition sergeant serving with the 21st Marines, 3d Marine Division, in action against enemy Japanese forces on Iwo Jima, Volcano Islands, 23 February 1945. Quick to volunteer his services when our tanks were maneuvering vainly to open a lane for the infantry through the network of reinforced concrete pillboxes, buried mines, and black volcanic sands, Cpl. Williams daringly went forward alone to attempt the reduction of devastating machinegun fire from the unyielding positions. Covered only by 4 riflemen, he fought desperately for4 hours under terrific enemy small-arms fire and repeatedly returned to his own lines to prepare demolition charges and obtain serviced flamethrowers, struggling back, frequently to the rear of hostile emplacements, to wipe out 1 position after another. On 1 occasion, he daringly mounted a pillbox to insert the nozzle of his flamethrower through the air vent, killing the occupants and silencing the gun; on another he grimly charged enemy riflemen who attempted to stop him with bayonets and destroyed them with a burst of flame from his weapon. His unyielding determination and extraordinary heroism in the face of ruthless enemy resistance were directly instrumental in neutralizing one of the most fanatically defended Japanese strong points encountered by his regiment and aided vitally in enabling his company to reach its objective. Cpl. Williams’ aggressive fighting spirit and valiant devotion to duty throughout this fiercely contested action sustain and enhance the highest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service. CW04 (then CPL.) HERSHEL WOODROW WILLIAMS Patrick T. “Paddy” McGahn, Jr. Most Distinguished American Award

Patrick T. “Paddy” McGahn, Jr.

Patrick T. “Paddy” McGahn, Jr. Just his name brings a smile, or a tale or two to the lips of those who had the good fortune to have crossed paths with this truly rare individual. McGahn was tough-minded and demanding, and even at times stubborn but his charm, compassion, and caring for others filled his very essence. He was a big man with a ruddy complexion and an ever-present crew cut who squeezed every ounce of breath out of each day.

A son of a saloon-keeper, this New Jersey native did not merely show up when his country called during the . He gave it his all; he knew no other way. McGahn was a gritty U.S. Marine Corps rifle platoon leader and recipient of the Navy Cross, the nation’s second highest military honor. He became a political strategist for the Democratic Party, and confidant to Presidents John F. Kennedy and Lyndon Johnson.

As a prominent attorney, he brought casino gambling to Atlantic City and convinced the U.S. Supreme Court to order the State of New Jersey to place voting booths in areas more convenient to Black citizens.

As a living legacy, he co-founded the Marine Corps-Law Enforcement Foundation along with four other former Marines to provide scholarships to children of fallen patriots. McGahn is remembered as a fierce competitor, a loyal friend, and a devoted family man. We salute you, Patrick T. McGahn. And will forever miss the likes of thee. Patrick T. “Paddy” McGahn, Jr. Most Distinguished American Award Past Honorees

1995 Zachery Fisher, Real Estate Developer, New York

1996 Alfred Lerner, Chairman and C.E.O. MBNA Corporation

1997 James K. Kallstrom, Capt., USMCR, Vietnam, Assistant Director, Federal Bureau of Investigation

1998 Thomas J. Pickard, Asst. Dir. Criminal Div. FBI, Washington, D.C.

1999 Senator William Gormley, Former Captain USMCR

2000 Richard P. Torykian, Sr., Director Lazard, Freres & Co., LLC, Former Captain USMCR

2001 Brian Stafford, Director, U.S. Secret Service

2002 General Peter Pace, USMC, Vice Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff

2003 General James L. Jones, Supreme Allied Commander, Europe

2004 Dr. Paul W. Wolfowitz, Deputy Secretary of Defense

2005 Robert L. Nardelli, Chairman, President & CEO, Home Depot

2006 Patrick J. Finneran, President, Support Systems & Integrated Defense Systems, The Boeing Company

2007 Major General Michael Ryan (USMC Ret.), Executive Vice President, Rolls Royce

2008 Frank M. McDonough, Esq. Maj. (USMC Ret.), President, New York Shipping Association

2009 Joseph J. Plumeri, Chairman & CEO, Willis Group Holdings Limited

2010 Major General Charles F. Bolden, Jr. (USMC Ret.), Administrator, National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

2011 Christopher Chadwick, President, Boeing Military Aircraft, Defense Space & Security

2013 General Alfred M. Gray, Jr., United States Marine Corps (Ret.), 29th Commandant of the Marine Corps Charles “Hondo” Ruch Semper Fidelis Award

Charles “Hondo” Ruch

“Hondo” to his many friends was known as a dynamo of energy. His quick wit and humor and endless array of one liners made even the most surly person laugh uncontrollably.

Hondo enlisted in the Marine Corps immediately following high school and served a tour in Viet Nam. After his discharge Hondo went to AT&T as an Account Executive and retired after some 25 years in service. Hondo was a member of the Mount Holly Board of Education since 1987 where he served in many capacities. Most recently he was the force behind the construction of the John Brainerd School addition making the district’s dream of preschool for every child a reality.

A dedicated member of the Marine Corps-Law Enforcement Foundation for many years and Co-Chairman of the Atlantic City Gala and Golf Tournament, Hondo played many key roles in the Foundation’s endeavors in Atlantic City. His passion for golf and golf tournaments was apparent in every facet of his work.

We know that together with Paddy and Arthur, Hondo is organizing a phenomenal golf tournament in Heaven and we are sure he will figure a way to have a million dollar shoot out and new chariots for the hole in one prizes. Charles “Hondo” Ruch Semper Fidelis Award Past Honorees

1990 Donald Trump, Trump Organization 1991 James Kallstrom, Special Agent, Federal Bureau of Investigation

1992 Edmond Boran, SpeciaL Agent, Federal Bureau of Investigation 1993 Raymond Kelly, Commissioner, New York City Police DepartmenT

1994 Chris Ford, Head Coach, Boston Celtics 1995 Roger P. Wagner, President COO, Trump Castle 1996 Eljay B. Bowron, Director, United States Secret Service 1998 Wallace R. Barr, Executive Vice-President, Park Place Entertainment

1999 Edward H. Hansberry, Former Sgt., USMC, WWII Navy Cross May 21, 1945 2001 Joe Looker, Former Sgt., USMC, Environmental Director, Chancellor Park Assisted Living Facility

2002 Thomas Cottone, Special Agent, FBI 2003 Donald J. Shepard, Chairman & CEO Aegon, N.V. 2004 Lt. Col. Marvin D. Perskie, United States Marine Corps (Ret) 2005 Philip L. Rogers, President, Optical Air Data Systems 2006 Jon S. Corzine, Governor, State of New Jersey 2007 Lt. General Fred McCorkle,United States Marine Corps (Ret.) 2008 Mary L. Howell, Executive Vice President, Textron, Inc. 2011 Jim Gearhart, On Air Personality WKXW-FM New Jersey 101 Millenium News Radio

2013 Paul Chapa, Managing Partner, Sales Director, Frozen & Refrigerated Buyers 2014 Leanne Caret, Chief Financial Officer for Boeing Defense Space & Security

2015 William J. Healey, President, Viking Yacht Company

2016 Major Robert Dyer, USMC (Ret.), Founder and Former CEO, RuckPack 2017 Thomas Stephen Monaghan, United States Marine (‘56-‘59), Founder of Domino’s Pizza, Founder of Ave Maria School of Law, Founder of Ave Maria University 2018 CHARLES RUCH SEMPER FIDELIS AWARD PETER CANCRO Founder & CEO OF JERSEY MIKE’S SUBS

Peter Cancro is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Jersey Mike’s Franchise Systems, the fastest-growing sandwich chain in the country, with more than 1,500 locations open and under development nationwide.

Peter, a ’75 graduate of Point Pleasant Beach High School where he was captain of the football team and class President, began his business career in 1971 where his first job was at a place called Mike’s Subs. In 1975, at the age of 17, in March of his senior year in high school, he gave up a potential college football career to buy that sub shop. Peter credits Rod Smith, his football coach and area banker, with making it all possible.

In 1987, he changed the name of the original Mike’s to “Jersey Mike’s” and began his national expansion. Today, Peter eyes the goal of 2,000 locations open nationwide by 2020, a lesson in entrepreneurship.

One of the secrets to Peter’s success is his philosophy of “giving.” Charities, hospitals, school systems and numerous individuals have benefited from his support, more than ever will be known. It’s a philosophy that he has emphasized to each and every Jersey Mike’s franchise owner: support the community that supports you.

An example of this giving spirit is Jersey Mike’s 8th Annual “Month of Giving,” held in March 2018, a national fundraising campaign that raised over $6 million for more than 170 local charities. As part of the campaign, on Day of Giving, 1,360 Jersey Mike’s Subs restaurants nationwide donated 100 percent of sales to help local organizations. Since the program started eight years ago, Jersey Mike’s franchisees and their generous customers have raised nearly $24 million.

Peter has received numerous awards recognizing his vision and commitment to giving. He was named a “Culture Champion” on Nation’s Restaurant News’ Power List 2017. He was also named the International Franchise Association’s “Entrepreneur of the Year” and a Golden Chain Award Winner by Nation’s Restaurant News in 2013. PETER CANCRO Founder & CEO Jersey Mike’s Subs 2018 CAPTAIN PETER MUCCI AWARD

Detective Sergeant James Abbes #5816 Detective I Stephen Christinzio #6217

On September 17, 2016, members of the New Jersey State Police were requested to assist the Seaside Park Police Department and the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office in response to an explosion which occurred in a garbage bin along the route of the Semper Five Marine Corp Charity 5K Run. In addition, there were reports of a suspicious bag discovered in the same area. Members of the Arson/Bomb Unit were detailed to the scene. Detective I Stephen Christinzio #6217 correlated assets from the Seaside Park Police Department allowing for Detective Sergeant James Abbes #5816 to arrive on scene and take the lead in coordinating with police, fire, and numerous first responders to expand the initial controlled area.

While donning protective equipment, Detective Sergeant Abbes immediately began a reconnaissance of the direct area where the explosion occurred. Although the secondary suspicious bag was deemed safe and non-explosive, a partially initiated Improvised Explosive Device (IED) that was still moderately intact was observed within the garbage bin. Altogether, three large pipe bombs and a fusing system were found leaving two bombs fully intact and “live.” The IED was considered a textbook terrorist device that has been utilized around the world by terrorist groups against military, law enforcement, and the public. The threat assessment pointed to the explosion being a targeted terrorist attack. Detective Sergeant Abbes and Detective I Christinzio immediately expanded the perimeter locking down the entire race route while also relocating all assets to a safe distance. Once the area was secured, they began a methodical Render Safe Operation that involved manual approaches, use of robots and special equipment to remotely remove the IED, and dismantle and separate the components of the two remaining pipe bombs. Putting themselves in harm’s way for the protection of life and property, both Troopers donned protective gear to manually approach the device in order to set up the specialized equipment required to fully render the devices safe. This operation depended on the advanced training and skill sets possessed by both Troopers which allowed them to completely separate all of the components of the IED and carefully render the pipe bombs safe.

The selfless efforts and the swift and proficient actions taken by Detective Sergeant James Abbes and Detective I Stephen Christinzio have brought great pride and distinction to themselves and the Division of State Police. They went above and beyond the call of duty for the safety of the citizens of Seaside and Ocean County. Their expertise greatly assisted the FBI in identifying the bombing suspect and lead to the successful conclusion to this investigation. Their commitment and dedication exemplify the core values of the New Jersey State Police: Honor, Duty, and Fidelity. Detective Sergeant James Abbes Special Operations Section New Jersey State Police

Detective I Stephen Christinzio Special Operations Section New Jersey State Police 2018 CAPTAIN PETER MUCCI AWARD SGT. Hector Martinez, LT. Miriam Rubio, SGT. Victor Talamini P.O. Anthony Manfredini, P.O. Jack Collins, P.O. Anthony Estevez, P.O. Sean Gallagher and P.O. Drew Preston

On the morning of Monday, December 11, 2017, a 27-year-old male native of Bangladesh entered a New York City Subway corridor between Seventh and Eighth Avenues in the vicinity of the Port Authority Bus Terminal. Strapped to his body was a homemade pipe bomb type device. At approximately 7:20 a.m., he detonated the device hoping to kill himself while, according to a federal prosecutor, “taking as many innocent people as he could with him.”

Port Authority Police Officer Anthony Manfredini was on patrol in the area when he observed many people fleeing the area. Police Officer Manfredini transmitted he was responding to an unknown condition in the corridor. He was quickly joined by Port Authority Police Officers Jack Collins, Drew Preston and Sean Gallagher. The officers entered the smoke and debris filled corridor occupied by injured and dazed people. Immediately thereafter, Port Authority Police Lieutenant Miriam Rubio, Sergeant Hector Martinez, Sergeant Victor Talamini and Police Officer Anthony Estevez arrived on scene.

Through the smoke, debris and confusion the officers observed the, now injured, 27-year-old suspect lying on the corridor floor. The suspect was attempting to move his hands toward his waistband and a nearby cell phone. Lt. Rubio and Police Officers Manfredini, Collins, Preston and Gallagher began to approach the suspect when they noticed exposed wires inside the suspect’s coat and on his chest. Upon this observation these officers immediately informed all units, that were now arriving on scene, to evacuate and take cover due to their concern of a secondary device. All units, including those who approach the suspect, withdrew to cover while voicing commands to the suspect to cease his movements. The suspect began to become more aware and conscious of his surroundings while continuing to reach toward his waistband and cell phone.

At this point Police Officers Collins, Manfredini, Preston and Gallagher made the decision to advance on the suspect to prohibit his further movements in hope of securing the area for everyone’s safety. The officers were able to place the suspect in handcuffs and remove the cell phone. Under the direction of Sergeants Martinez and Talamini, the officers, including Police Officer Anthony Estevez, without concern for their own safety, completed a search of the suspect that revealed a battery pack connected to wires running to the suspect’s groin area. Additional wires were also attached to the suspect’s chest. While the suspect was now in custody, the area could not be declared safe because of the officers’ concern about additional explosives. The officers now turned their attention to aiding and evacuating the injured. Left to Right Front Row: SGT. Hector Martinez, LT. Miriam Rubio and SGT. Victor Talamini Left to Right Back Row: P.O. Anthony Manfredini, P.O. Jack Collins, P.O. Anthony Estevez, P.O. Sean Gallagher and P.O. Drew Preston The Marine Corps-Law Enforcement Foundation extends its sincere appreciation to the Atlantic City Country Club

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Rosemary Haas Your support, dedication and love to the Marine Corps- Law Enforcement Foundation and the Atlantic City Committee will never be forgotten. On Behalf of the Children We Serve GySGT. Derick Richard Holley, USMC CH-53 Helicopter Crew Chief

Gunnery Sgt. Derik R. Holley, 33, of Dayton, Ohio, was a CH-53 helicopter crew chief assigned to HMH-465. In the Marines since November 2003, his previous duty stations included Marine Corps Base Quantico and MCAS Miramar. He had deployed to Iraq twice in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and to Japan as part of the and the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit.

The Marine Corps - Law Enforcement Foundation is proud to have awarded a $30,000 scholarship to Dane R. Holley, in honor of his father, GySgt. Derick Holley, USMC who was killed on April 3, in the crash of a Sikorsky CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar in San Diego.

On May 10, MajGen. Mark Wise (CG, 3d MAW) and MC-LEF Atlantic City committee representative SgtMaj. Jason Politte presented the $30,000 scholarship to Dane Holley (age 7) with his mother Kasey by his side. The scholarship was aptly named “The MCLEF Atlantic City Committee Special Scholarship.”

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all The Marine Corps - Law Enforcement Foundation is proud to have awarded both Colt and Mayley Frederick $30,000 scholarships in honor of their father, Captain James Frederick, USMC How Your Donations Help F.B.I. FAMILIES

On Tuesday morning, June 27th, 2017, MC-LEF President, Ed Boran, traveled to Washington, D.C. to the J. Edgar Hoover building to participate in the presentation of scholarship grants to three out of six F.B.I. fami- lies that the Foundation is taking care of. The Foundation has currently funded $300,000.00 on ten $30,000.00 accounts for children of six agents who died as the result of illnesses contracted while working at 9/11 sites. MC-LEF has further committed to potentially an additional $240,000.00 in direct college payments for those surviving children who are currently attending college.

Agents Steven A. Carr, Jerry D. Jobe, Robert M. Roth, Gerald Senator and Wesley J. Yoo all succumbed to illnesses they contracted from exposure to toxins while working at the 9/11 sites. The F.B.I. held a memorial service on May 17th, 2017 at FBIHQ to honor these six men and to add their names to the Wall of Honor as line of duty deaths.

MC-LEF was contacted in early June by F.B.I. Unit Chief, Michael Huff to see if the children of these agents would be eligible to receive scholarships. Ed quickly replied that as official “line of duty” deaths, we would be honored to do so. The correct paperwork was submitted and on June 8th, $300,000.00 was sent to Merrill Edge to fund the ten accounts. Each family received the Foundation condolence letter explaining that these accounts were established in honor of their loved one’s sacrifice.

All the families could not attend on that date, but present were members of the Stockham family, the Yoo fam- ily and the Roth family. Mr. Boran expressed his condolence and thanked each one of the children and their moms for the service their loved one gave to our country. He explained what MC-LEF’s mission is and that we are honored to support their goals of higher education. As is always the case, it is MC-LEF donors that make this happen. ON

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SERVE During the last year, the Marine Corps - Law Enforcement Foundation has supported our fallen heroes and their families through educational bonds and other financial resources.

Here are just a few acts of charity the foundation committed to this year.

• The sons of Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Agent Jose “Joey” Barraza, who was fatally struck by a tractor-trailer on his way home in his govern- ment vehicle near Fort Hancock, Texas.

• The three children of Deportation Officer (DO) Brian P. Beliso, who was found unresponsive following a foot pursuit while conducting Fugitive Operations in Redwood City, California.

• The four children of Border Patrol Agent (BPA) Manny Alvarez who suffered a fatal accident while responding to criminal activity on the border.

• The two children of Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) Agent De’Greaun Frazier who was shot and killed during an undercover drug buy in Jackson, TN as part of an ongoing DEA investigation targeting violent drug offenders.

1st Quarter 2018 in Review

Educational Account Branch Number of Recipients Total

$30,000 Awards USMC 16 $ 480,000.00

FBI 2 60,000.00

DEA 2 60,000.00

Border Patrol 2 60,000.00

US Marshall 2 60,000.00

Total 24 $ 720,000.00

Scholarship Payments* 7 $ 23,671.18

Humanitarian Aid 8 58,284.08

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Thank you for your companies continuing dedication and support for all our veterans.

Your commitment to those who serve exemplifies the Commandant’s Corporate Leadership Semper Fidelis Award. Thank you to HAPPY BIRTHDAY Bob & Cheryl Morrell GENERAL GRAY! for their dedication and tireless efforts in the organization and SEMPER FI management of the Cpl. Marc T. Ryan Memorial 5K Run/Walk. ACCELERATED PERFORMANCE All proceeds benefit Mc-lef SOLUTIONS

“This nation will remain the land P.J. FINNERAN, LT. COL. of the free only so long as it is the home of the brave.” USMC (RET.) -Elmer Davis Happy 90th Birthday! General Gray Mike Di Francesco Mike Fedorko Co-Chairs Marine Corps - Law Enforcement Foundation HAPPY 90TH BIRTHDAY!! GENERAL AL GRAY

I AM SO PROUD OF YOU AND YOUR MANY ACCOMPLISHMENTS.

I CAN STILL SEE YOU RUNNING DOWN CLAYTON FIELD AS OUR QUARTERBACK IN THE 1940’S AT POINT PLEASANT BEACH HIGH SCHOOL.

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WE PROTECT WHAT MATTERS MOST.

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Hold them together and point them in the right direction

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Know yourself, know your people, know your profession

Grayisms are recurring statements made by General Alfred M. Gray, Jr. USMC (Retired) who served as the 29th Commandant of the Marine Corps, a member of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and as such, before his re- tirement in 1991 a military advisor to Presidents Ronald Reagan and George H. W. Bush. Many believe General Gray transformed the Marine Corps during his 41 years of service with his unique form of leadership. As a visionary, he is credited with having prepared the Marine Corps for the 21st Century. In Loving Tribute

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Dominick Veater, son of Cpl. Veater, was the beneficiary of three $10,000 bonds presented on May 5, 2007 through the Marine Corps Law Enforcement Foundation. The bonds, all of which were funded through John Spedden Street, and appropriately noted as The John Spedden Streep Scholarship.

It’s not just about the cars, it’s about the people.

Semper Fidelis In Memory of Cpl. Marc Ryan, KIA Iraq Cpl. Marc Ryan served with 1/1 first Iraq deployment returning March 2004. In April 2004 he returned to Iraq with 2/4 “The Magnificent Bastards” with Weapons Company. He was with 2/5 at the time of his ultimate sacrifice on 15 Nov 2004. Semper Fidelis SAVE THE DATE!!! 8th ANNUAL Cpl. Marc T. Ryan Memorial 5K Run/Walk

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Semper Fidelis Al and Jan Gray CONGRATULATIONS TO THE HONOREES OF THE 2018 MARINE CORPS - LAW ENFORCEMENT FOUNDATION

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In Loving Memory of Peter Mucci March 28, 1926 - May 24, 1992

A Marine A Family Man A Cherished Husband A Loving Father and Grandfather A Role Model A Leader A Life Lived to its Fullest A Man Who Left Us With Cherished Memories A Man Who Left the World a Better Place

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The Marine Corps Law Enforcement Foundation salutes and honors the life of GySgt. “Manila” killed in action 19 February 1945 on Iwo Jima.

A Marine of Raritan, New Jersey where an annual parade occurs in his honor in September. He has been featured in an HBO series “The Pacific.”

Semper Fidelis Gunny Basilone

We would also like to thank MCLEF Board Member Col. Lou Piantadosi USMC (Ret.) a native of Raritan who is instrumental in the yearly Basilone parade festivities.

Semper Fidelis is more than a motto. In a brief Latin phrase recognized around the world, it invokes the history and tradition of the US Marine Corps, embraces the Marines’ unique espirit de corps, and represents the lifetime commitment of Marines to Corps, Country, and each other – Always Faithful. It is the intangible link that binds one generation of Marines to the next. VFW Post 2445 Maple Shade NJ

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L/Cpl George L. Dramis Detachment - #676 P.O. Box 776 Cape may Court House, New Jersey 08210-0776 The commandant and the members of the Dramis Detachment would like to thank the Marine Corps Law Enforcement Foundation for all that they do to support the families of fallen Marines and Federal Law Enforcement Officers.

Commandant David Huegel Sr. Vice Commandant Leo Collins Jr. Vice Commandant Robert Bethel Paymaster Ralph Lonergan Judge Advocate Dave Burton Adjutant Peggy Zemaitaitis Chaplin Mabel Schaefer Sergeant-at-Arms Ralph Lonergan Jr. Past Commandant Joe Bisbing The Detachment meets the 3rd Wednesday of every month, 1900 hours at the Middle Twsp. Senior Center, 23 Romney Place, Cape May Court House, New Jersey

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Cousin of Port authority police department Honoree Lt. Miriam Rubio Captain EURIPIDES RUBIO, U.S. Army Congressional Medal of Honor Recipient

Captain Eurípides Rubio (March 1, 1938 – November 8, 1966) was a United States Army officer and one of nine Puerto Ricans who were posthumously awarded the United States’ highest military decoration for valor, the Medal of Honor, for actions on November 8, 1966, during the Vietnam War. Rubio was a member of the United States Army, Headquarters & Headquarters Company, 1st Battalion, 28th Infantry Regiment (Black Lions), 1st Infantry Division, Republic of Vietnam.

Citation For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty. Capt. Rubio, Infantry, was serving as communications officer, 1st Battalion, when a numerically superior enemy force launched a massive attack against the battalion defense position. Intense enemy machine gun fire raked the area while mortar rounds and rifle grenades exploded within the perimeter. Leaving the relative safety of his post, Capt. Rubio received 2 serious wounds as he braved the withering fire to go to the area of most intense action where he distributed ammunition, re-established positions and rendered aid to the wounded. Disregarding the painful wounds, he unhesitatingly assumed command when a rifle company commander was medically evacuated. Capt. Rubio was wounded a third time as he selflessly exposed himself to the devastating enemy fire to move among his men to encour- age them to fight with renewed effort. While aiding the evacuation of wounded personnel, he noted that a smoke grenade which was intended to mark the Viet Cong position for air strike was close to the friendly lines. Capt. Rubio ran to reposition the grenade but was immediate- ly struck to his knees by enemy fire. Despite his several wounds, Capt. Rubio scooped up the grenade, ran through the deadly hail of fire to within 20 meters of the enemy position and hurled the already smoking grenade into the midst of the enemy before he fell for the final time. Using the repositioned grenade as a marker, friendly air strikes were directed to destroy the hostile positions. Capt. Rubio’s singularly heroic act turned the tide of battle, and his ex- traordinary leadership and valor were a magnificent inspiration to his men. His remarkable bravery and selfless concern for his men are in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit on Capt. Rubio and the U.S. Army. To Those Who Gave the Last Full Measure of Devotion With Eternal Gratitude Willis & Sandy Flower

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2018 CAPTAIN PETER MUCCI AWARD RECIPIENTS Trooper of the Year, New Jersey State Police

Detective Sergeant James Abbes Detective Stephen Christinzio

Police Officer of the Year, Port Authority of New York and New Jersey SGT. Hector Martinez LT. Miriam Rubio SGT. Victor Talamini P.O. Anthony Manfredini P.O. John Collins P.O. Anthony Estevez P.O. Sean Gallagher P.O. Drew Preston

Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction. We didn’t pass it to our children in the bloodstream. It must be fought for, protected, and handed on for them to do the same, or one day we will spend our sunset years telling our children and our children’s children what it was once like in the United States where men were free. -Ronald Reagan Congratulations to the MCLEF 24th Annual Captain Peter Mucci Award Recipient

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