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Posted: 12/31/1969 Name: Joe Mattison Message: I just read an online article that I found to be interesting so I'll pass this one on. Peoria Heights, Illinois, the childhood home of General (D) Wayne A. Downing has just opened a new American Legion Post. It is: Wayne A. Downing Post #1111 of the American Legion in Peoria, Ill. |
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Posted: 12/31/1969 Name: Joe Mattison Message: Hi Ross, The names look pretty good, it's the suquence that needs a little "tweaking". Commanders and SGM/CSMs generally "overlap" meaning that a Commander assumes Command and the SGM/CSM is usually already there. Some exceptions yes, and this is a general statement only. In my case...I arrived at Camp Merrill in 96 and Luke Green was the Commander. One year later, Al Dochnal took Command. One year later, I retired. My time at Camp as the CSM was actually 96-98. SGM Richardson preceded SGM Monroe. Monroe was the "acting" SGM at Camp as a 1SG at the end of Hawkins and the beginning of Terrell. During Terrels time, Monroe was promoted to SGM. This was when Lonnie Miller became the 2nd Ranger Co. 1SG, after Monroe moved to the SGM slot, after Richardson. I can fill those pieces of your puzzle into place. Not a bad "first cut"...in fact, you've brought in a few names that I had forgotten about. Take care..Joe |
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Posted: 12/31/1969 Name: Joe Mattison Message: Earl, thats interesting. I had "heard" that he died about a year ago. Glad that you saw him at the PX, and that he's still alive and kickin.... Bob, I'm sorry to hear about the loss of your friend. Truly am. Understand that feeling. Joe |
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Posted: 12/31/1969 Name: DURKAN Message: Pat and Becky! Prayers and wishes are with you, family, and closest friends! God bless! Duke |
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Posted: 12/31/1969 Name: Jim Owens Message: Joe, Thanks... That was very well done.... Jim,... I noticed over 172,200 people visited the site and it's stil growing in numbers.... |
