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38 (L-R) John Mitchell (Ch. 38), Deacon Hopkins, Mitchell’s guest, and Mrs. Hopkins (L-R) Rich Alexander (Ch. 53), chats with Ch. 38 members Antonio Romero, Jack Green LEFT: Cathy Varallo and Antonio Romero visit at New Jersey ceremony BELOW: KWVA members and other attendees gather at New Jersey Korean War Memorial 9 DUTCH NELSEN [CO] Scott L. Defebaugh LtCol. Ellsworth “Dutch” Nelsen, USA (Ret)., a resident of Colorado Springs, CO, since 1968, and after whom Chapter 9 was named, died in Hendersonville, TN, on December 20, 2005. As an article in the 12/28/05 Colorado Springs [CO] Gazette, p. 4, noted, “Nelsen was a co-founder of the local chapter of the KWVA. Its members voted to name the chapter after Nelsen long before he died, as few others spoke as frequently, or as elegantly, about soldiers and veterans—especially Korean War veterans.” Scott L. Defebaugh, a friend and member of Chapter 9, wrote this letter about Nelsen: It should be easy to eulogize Dutch, for he accomplished so much in his lifetime. Yet, the toughest thing for me is to know where to start. I guess the beginning would be appropriate. I first met Dutch here at a reunion of the 24th IDA, which he and Margo organized. I think I met him at the reception desk. He shook my hand, said “Hello, my friend,” and asked, “Are you a member of the Korean War Veterans Association?” I wasn’t, for I lived in Milwaukee at the time and there was not a chapter there. However, I was to be married that same month and eventually move to “The Springs.” He convinced me to become a member of the Dutch Nelsen Chapter KWVA. I have never been sorry. Dutch was a gregarious guy and loved to tell how our troops in Korea not only were whipping the North Koreans, but took on the Chinese hoards that entered the war unexpectedly. He said, “We chased their butts back to the Yalu.River.” We are all better persons for having known and loved Dutch. The US Army is better for having had him serve in it. This community is better for having had him live in it. And this country is a better country for having had Dutch Nelsen as a citizen of it. When my time comes to meet the great commander, I expect to find that there will be a Dutch Nelsen Chapter Korean War Veterans’ Association of Angels, and Dutch will boomingly be welcoming me, saying “Hello, my friend.” I hope that I will have paid my dues. Thank you for allowing me this opportunity to speak. Scott L. Defebaugh, U.S. Army (Ret), 24th Med. Bn., 24th Inf. Div. (Korea, Aug. 1951 – Jan. 1952), 1930 Paseo Del Oro, Colorado Springs, CO 80904 13 BILL CARR [DE] Russ Cunningham The chapter is growing considerably. Four years ago, it had seven active members. Today, w have over 65—and that is after the departure of eight veterans. Moreover, the members are extremely active. We have: • excelled at Tell America programs in schools, libraries, and civic clubs • participated in special events at various high schools, including Jr. ROTC classes. • formed partnerships with libraries to put on events to honor January - February F 2006 The Graybeards
13’s new officers for 2006: Naples, Baker, Reeves, Koopman LEFT: 13’s fund raiser boxes: about 12-15 are located in different locations BELOW: 13’s fund raiser sign at a local restaurant Korean War vets, and to display The Graybeards prominently • marched in parades • featured our Honor Guard comprising nine men and 2 KWAR women veterans at church and cemetery funerals • run a fantastic membership programs, recruiting via radio talk shows, newspapers, ads in post offices and grocery stores, and “popin” appearances at TV stations in our Honor Guard uniforms to seek advance special coverage of events in which we will be participating, e.g., conducting Flag Day ceremonies at local veterans’ cemeteries • donated money for placing inscribed bricks dedicated to Korean War veterans at Milton Public Library Entrance Walkway, 13’s PR Director Russ Cunningham and Rehoboth Beach [DE] librarian Marge LaFond Georgetown Community CHEER Center Flag Court, and Ocean Pines Worchester County Veterans Memorial “Path of Glory” We have new officers for 2006: Elected Officers President: Walt Koopman Vice President: Jim Baker Secretary: Paul Enos Treasurer: Roger Reeves Appointed Positions Benefits: Ed Henriksen Chaplain: Bob Lewis Membership: Lynn Fury/John Bragger Newsletter: Roger Reeves Photographer: John Bragger Public Relations: Russ Cunningham Sgt. At Arms: Carmen Placido Trustees: L. Fury, M. Staples, T. Woods Honor Guard Comm. R. Cunningham 15 EDDIE LYON L [FL] Bob Lefkowitz On November 19, 2005, the Italian-American Club of Hollywood, FL, held a dinner dance honoring the Korean War veterans of our chapter. 13’s recruiting poster Eddie Lyon chapter members 39 The Graybeards January - February F 2006
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Page 6 and 7: BUSINESS End of Year 2005 KWVA Recr
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Page 10 and 11: Last Call All of us in the Korean W
Page 12 and 13: The Editor’s Desk Art Sharp 12 On
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Page 16 and 17: Bills Pending in the 109th Congress
Page 18 and 19: 18 01/31/2005 - Referred to the Sen
Page 20 and 21: 20 tary Survivor Benefit Plan from
Page 22 and 23: 22 There is a fourteen-hour differe
Page 24 and 25: 24 prime targets for enemy artiller
Page 26 and 27: 26 Book Review Frenchy Simon Jeruch
Page 28 and 29: Monuments and Medals Korea: the For
Page 30 and 31: Riding with the 73rd Tank Bn In Kor
Page 32 and 33: Korean War Veterans Mini-Reunions .
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Page 36 and 37: Chapter News Chapters Gather For Wr
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Page 42 and 43: Eagle Scout Kevin Devaney accepts C
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Page 48 and 49: DEPT. OF DELAWARE ARE [DE] Russell
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Page 52 and 53: Update Tell America 2 - NORTHWEST A
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Page 66 and 67: 66 An overview of Highground Korean
Page 68 and 69: 68 ABOVE: Rice paddies rise in the
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Page 72 and 73: 72 Korea Revisted A Trip of a Lifet
Page 74 and 75: 74 No Stains On Her Record The belo
Page 76 and 77: Livingston Bridge Rededication (con
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