Jul/Aug 2006 - Korean War Veterans Association

CHAPTERS from page 49
3. Combat Feeding Section MREs
4. Operational Forces Interface Group (OFIG), which is a section
that displays their planned accomplishments of the
“FUTURE FORCES WARRIOR CONCEPT.”
Personnel explained what the Army will be like in 25 years.
This research group goes out and introduces the many new concepts
being tested to all over the many military units and groups,
including members in both sides of Congress.
Wrist-mounted computers allowing communication directly
to others in the unit, as well as sophisticated laser optical site for
the individual soldier, were two of many new ideas being
devised. A uniform that can monitor the individual’s physical
condition and relays it instantaneously to support medical personnel
is also in the research pipeline.
The visitors dined in the soldiers’ mess while there, and were
giving appropriate, non-confidential literature describing the
mission and activities of the installation.
Nick Paganella, 20 Antrim Road
Framingham, MA 01701
DEPAR
ARTMENT OF ARIZONA
DEPAR
ARTMENT OF DELAWARE
ARE
The department has a new commander, Gene Rose. He joined
the Army in March 1951, and took his training in Indiantown
Gap, PA. He stayed there as a drill instructor and member of the
2d Inf. Regt Honor Guard. Then, he moved on to the Division
HQ.
Department of Delaware’s new officers (L-R) Bill Hitchcock, Russ
Cunningham, Eugene Rose, Roger Reeves
Cruz Marquez, who won two silver medals last year in the
National Veterans Wheelchair Games, competed again this year.
The games are sponsored by the Paralyzed Veterans of America.
In 2005, he won medals in ping pong and archery. In 2006, the
games took place 3-8 July in Anchorage, Alaska. The
Department of Arizona played a critical role in his effort.
Members contributed $450.00 to help underwrite Marquez’
costs.
Department of Delaware members in the chow line at the December 2005
Christmas Party
Al Folsom, Department of Arizona KWVA treasurer, presents a check for
$450.00 to Carrie Langford at the Arizona State Veterans’ Home
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Carrie Langford of the Arizona State Veterans’ Home consolidated
the funds contributed by all organizations that made donations,
and provided them to Marquez.
Pete Martinez, 1941 E. Ellis Drive
Tempe, AZ 85282, (480) 345-0117, pmart3234@aol.com
CID 13 President Walt Koopman pins medal on Paul Enos
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2006
The Graybeards