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Uffda 
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Wonder Lake, IL
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| 24 Jun 2008 8:31 AM |
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The Patriot Guard Riders and American Legion Riders are requested to attend the Send-off ceremony for the 102nd Military History Detachment, Kansas Army National Guard. The 102nd will deploy to Afghanistan to conduct it's mission of gathering information, records, and artifacts to document Operation Enduring Freedom.
The ceremony is scheduled for 0900 on Friday, 27 Jun 08, at the Kansas National Guard Museum (6700 S. Topeka Blvd., Topeka KS). Ride Captain to be assigned. This will be a ride-in Mission. Riders are requested to report to the KSNG Museum prior to 0845. Bring big flags.
Thank you.
Big Dog
Press release:
102ND MILITARY HISTORY DETACHMENT DEPARTURE CEREMONY SET FOR JUNE 27
Three Kansas National Guardsmen will be honored in a departure ceremony on Friday, June 27 as they prepare to deploy to Afghanistan. The ceremony will begin at 9 a.m. at the Kansas National Guard Museum, 6700 South Topeka Blvd (the main entrance of Forbes Field).
The unit’s mission will be to record and document the various missions of the U.S. military serving in Afghanistan. They will be conducting interviews, collecting documents, taking photos and videos, and cataloging artifacts to preserve the history of Operation Enduring Freedom.
“Documenting what our Soldiers and Airmen are accomplishing during deployment is an invaluable mission that will mean the work of our Guardsmen and other military in Afghanistan will forever be remembered,” said Maj. Gen. Tod Bunting, the Adjutant General. “We appreciate the skills these Soldiers bring to the war and thank them in advance for the sacrifices they are making.”
The Soldiers, under the command of Maj. Damon Frizzell, have been receiving their pre-mobilization training at Salina, Kan. In early July they will go to Fort Benning, Ga., to finish their training and then from there deploy to Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.
Once the Soldiers of the historical detachment gather the materials, they send them to the U.S. Army Center of Military History in Washington, D.C., where it is cataloged in the Military History Collection System Integration.
Sharon Watson, Public Affairs Director
Kansas Adjutant General's Department
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Jasper54
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Columbus, Ohio
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| 24 Jun 2008 5:15 PM |
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| Thank you Warriors of the 102nd ARNG Military History Detachment for your service and the willingness to go into Harm's Way to help defend our nations freedom in the Global War on Terrorism in Afghanastan. I pray that the Lord Jesus will place a Hedge of Protection around each of you and keep you safe from ALL Harm during this tour of duty. |
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Iran/Iraq War Veteran 1988 (Op Earnest Will)
Veteran of Foriegn Wars, Life Member
Double Blue Star Dad
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BUT GOD HATH PROMISED US, STRENGTH FOR THE WAY, GRACE FOR THE TRIALS, HELP FROM ABOVE, UNFAILING SYMPATHY, UNDYING LOVE...
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Riding in honor of:
Sgt. Millard Archy, US Army, WWI, Purple Heart - Exposed to mustard gas in France.
Sgt. John Meyer, US Army WWI, France
Sgt. Alva Pete Osborn, US Army, WWII, KIA - France.
Seaman Bob Schneider, US Navy, WWII, Purple Heart; Battle of Leyte Gulf
T/Sgt. Russell Casto, USAF Congo Revolution, Viet Nam.
Sgt. Ron Casto, USMC C.A.P. Viet Nam 1966.
My son, Sgt. Sean Casto, TennANG. Iraqi Veteran
My daughter, Spc. Angela West, US Army
SrA Micah Burgess, US Air Force, Afghanistan Veteran
In Honor and Memory of Ten HMLA-267, MAG-39 Marines who Answered the call and made the ULTIMATE SACRAFICE while ensuring the safety and security of our nation:
Lt. Col. Knott, Capt. Dillon, Capt. Dolvin, Capt. Hurley, Capt. Cronin, Sgt. Kilkus, Sgt. Keller, Cpl. Romei, Cpl. Monahan, LCpl. Adams
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JaredBohn
Posts: 38
Topeka, Ks
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| 24 Jun 2008 10:25 PM |
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I will consider it my honor to stand for these heroes as they leave for duty.
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Albert Einstein said, "The world is a dangerous place, not because of those who do evil, but because of those who look on and do nothing."
Proud husband of
SPC Melanie Bohn
OIF 2006-2007
LSA Anaconda
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sdoise
Posts: 3749
Kinder, La.
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| 25 Jun 2008 10:49 AM |
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| May GOD bless and keep all of the 102nd ARNG Military History Detachment and your families as you serve to preserve our way of life. |
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Schelly
Ride Captain for Lake Charles, La. and surrounding area
American Legion Post 318, Elton, La.
DEFINITION OF A VETERAN
A Veteran - whether active duty, retired, national guard or reserve - is someone who, at one point in their life, wrote a check made payable to "The United States of America", for an amount of "up to and including my life."
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Vance Allen
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Topeka, KS
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| 25 Jun 2008 11:30 AM |
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| Thank you 102nd and your families for your service to our nation. I consider it an honor to the Ride Captain for this mission. I cannot wait to shake your hands and thank you in person. May your journey be safe and your return a speedy one. May God bless you and be with you. |
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Vance C. Allen
Topeka Area Ride Captain
Standing in memory of PFC Jeremy Drexler, US Army. My friend and hero. KIA in Baghdad, Iraq, by an IED, 02 May 2004.
Keep his two brothers in your prayers. Marine Sergeant Kenneth Drexler and Navy PO2 Timothy Drexler. |
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mailman
Posts: 12764
West Branch, MI - Michigan Regional Ride Captain Zephyrhills, FL - Florida Senior Ride Captain
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| 26 Jun 2008 11:40 PM |
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| Thank You to the 102nd ARNG Military History Detachment, Topeka, KS for your service to our Nation. God Bless You!! |
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"Eyes on the olive branch, but arrows at the ready."
Jim
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US Army 1970 - 1972 |
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Vance Allen
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Topeka, KS
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| 27 Jun 2008 3:50 PM |
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MISSION REPORT
First of all, I want to thank again the brave men of the 102nd for their service to our country. 18 bikes 2 cages attended the ceremony for the 3 men being deployed in support of OEF. They will document and report for historical records the activities of our armed forces.
Even though there were only 3 deploying, there was no lack of brass and fanfare for them. The commander of the 102nd was overwhelmed that we where there for his guys. I told him that there could be 3, 30, or 300, and we would be there for them regardless. It was heartbreaking at times to see the wives and children that would be missing their loved ones while deployed.
On a side note, huge props to the Kansas National Guard Museum where the ceremony was held. It was the first time I had been in it and I was blown away by the displays. If you are ever in Topeka, make it a point to take a tour. Also, thanks to our National Captain Big Dog for being there. I guess I should say not-so-Big Dog. He has lost 85 pounds and looks great!! Congrats my friend. Thanks for the riders that were there, and those who could not attend but where there in spirit with us. Job well done everyone!
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Vance C. Allen
Topeka Area Ride Captain
Standing in memory of PFC Jeremy Drexler, US Army. My friend and hero. KIA in Baghdad, Iraq, by an IED, 02 May 2004.
Keep his two brothers in your prayers. Marine Sergeant Kenneth Drexler and Navy PO2 Timothy Drexler. |
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