RIP, Diane Forinash

Sad to report the passing of the widow of out late classmate David Forinash of Cadet Company F2 who died: 2003-10-07 - Diane Forinash. See http://www.serenitymeadows.com/obits/obituary.php?id=444719

From Dr. Mearsheimer - Latest Ukraine Issue

From Dr. Mearsheimer j-mearsheimer@uchicago.edu Folks, I have a piece that just came out on the Ukraine crisis in Foreign Affairs. I have attached a copy in case anyone is interested. It should generate a lot of controversy, as it cuts against the conventional wisdom in Washington. Also, in mid-June, Chatham House and the New York Times sponsored a big debate in London on the Ukraine issue. Roger Cohen of the NY Times editorial page moderated and the participants included me, Michael McFaul (the former US ambassador to Moscow), Dmitry Trenin (a top Russian strategist), and Chrystia Freedland (an MP from Canada). I have enclosed a link that has a video of the debate if anyone is interested in watching it. Best. John Video Article

The Lieutenant Scott Love Memorial Scholarship 2014

The Lieutenant Scott Love Memorial Scholarship was awarded to Ms. Marie Russell of Hanceville, AL. Marie’s parents are Lieutenant Colonel & Mrs. Patrick Russell of Hanceville. Marie is a sophomore the University of Alabama at Birmingham, majoring in music education and performing arts. First Lieutenant Scott Love was killed in action in 2006 while serving in (Continued) (Page 2 Continued) Operation Iraqi Freedom. Scott Love was an “Army brat” who was born at Fort Campbell, KY and graduated from high school in Huntsville, AL. He graduated from Florida State University in 1996 and enlisted in the US Army in 1999 as a military intelligence specialist. In 2003, he attended Officer Candidate School at Fort Benning, and was subsequently assigned as a platoon leader with 2nd Battalion, 6th Infantry stationed at Baumholder, Germany. His unit deployed to Kuwait in November 2005 with Scott's platoon assigned as part of Task Force 1-35 Armor when he was killed at Ar Ramadi, Iraq. FFI click here.

USMA 1970 45th Reunion Documents

Everything you need is here Problems - let me know! fjm

First Mailing - USMA 1970's 45th Reunion

Classmates - We have sent our "First Mailing” for the USMA Class of 1970’s 45th Reunion to the printers for snail mailing, and we put all documents on the landing page of the class website at http://usma1970.com for those so inclined. Please note that the online reunion registration link is not yet active - but it should be by the time you get the snail mail. I will let you know. In the meantime, you can 1) Make your Hotel Reservations (link is live); 2) Read the “First Mailing” document; 3) Scan the flyers and tentative agenda; and 4) Send in via Snail Mail your registration fees if you don’t want to use the online credit card link (pending) so we can begin to lock in events for what promises to be a great 45th! Questions/problems to me at frank.j.monaco@gmail.com Thanks! fjm USMA 1970 45th Reunion Committee Jim McHone, Reunion Chair, JimMcHone@aol.com Frank Monaco, Reunion Committee/Cyber, frank.j.monaco@gmail.com Pat Thornton, Reunion Committee, patricktthornton@gmail.com Joan Emmer, USMA 1970 45th Reunion Coordinator, wplaxmom@roadrunner.com POCs for Specific Events Jim Crawford, Before Reunion Golf Coordinator, crawf70@verizon.net Dave Wagner, Before Reunion Bike Ride Coordinator, dwagner16@cox.net Rick Thibodeau – Before Reunion Bike Ride Coordinator, remethib@yahoo.com Guy Drab, Memorial Service Coordinator, gdrabber@comcast.net Bill Spracher, Memorial Service Coordinator, William.Spracher@dodiis.mil Michael Healy ’69, Post Reunion Ireland Trip Coordinator, Mike@IrelandReunions.com

Jim Oxley '70: Army Sports Hall of Fame Induction

Dr. John Feagin, an inductee, also plans to use this opportunity to recognize those who served as ARMY and CORPS SQUAD team physicians. Jack Ryan and Jim McHone are on that list from the class of 1970. Congratulations to Jim Oxley a great Army basketball player.
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Special invitation for Class of 70 to attend the Army v. Wake Forest Tailgate and football game in Winston-Salem, NC, on September 20, 2014

From Bill Trivette, USMA 70 (C-3) trivette@triad.twcbc.com
Classmates:
This is a special invitation to the Class of 70 to attend the Army v. Wake Forest Tailgate and football game in Winston-Salem, NC, on September 20, 2014. Wake Forest has declared it Military Appreciation Day and it will be a big event for West Point, soldiers, and for veterans of every branch of the armed forces. The West Point Glee Club will sing the National Anthem at the game. Don’t fail to attend the pregame tailgate -- everyone will be there.
To register for the tailgate and with complete details for game weekend, including how to buy game tickets, go to:
http://www.westpointaog.org/GoArmyBeatWakeForest (The details are also set out below)
I will reserve tables for classmates and their guests so if you plan to attend contact me at 336-441-8054 or mailto:trivette@triad.twcbc.com
Bill Trivette, USMA 70 (C-3)
President, West Point Society Piedmont
Information Follows:
WEST POINT V. WAKE FOREST UNIVERSITY PRE-GAME TAILGATE
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2014
TAILGATE STARTS 3 HOURS BEFORE KICKOFF
(KICKOFF TIME TBA)
LOCATION. Pre-game Tailgate is inside the Annex (comfortable, air-conditioned) at Winston-Salem Fairgrounds, 482 Deacon Boulevard, located in same parking lot complex as Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial (LJVM) Coliseum, 2861 University Parkway, Winston-Salem. The Annex is just across street from football stadium (BB&T Field).

TAILGATE MENU: Full tailgate fare of Traditional North Carolina Chopped Barbeque, Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, Buns, Potato Salad, Macaroni Salad, Baked Beans, Cole Slaw, Dessert
PRICE:
$20 - Adults and children 13 years and older
$15 - Children 6-12 years
Free - Children under 6 years
Free - Military and Cadets in UNIFORM

CASH BAR serving beer, wine, soft drinks.

MAP. Go to Google Maps and enter: 482 Deacon Boulevard, Winston-Salem, NC. This should put you at entrance to the parking lot nearest the Annex. The stadium (BB&T Field) is just across the street. We are told you can enter the parking lot here, so we recommend you try this entrance first. Alternatively, you can enter the parking lots at 2861 University Parkway.
PARKING. $10 per vehicle. Best to enter at 482 Deacon Boulevard or, alternatively, at 2861 University Parkway.
FOOTBALL GAME TICKETS: To sit with other Army fans in our section, purchase your game tickets ($40 each) online at Army Ticket Office. Phone: 877-TIX-ARMY, or go online to:
http://www.goarmysports.com/tickets/army-tickets.html If you have a group, ask Ticket Office for a GROUP NUMBER and they will seat everyone together giving that number
Though you would not be seated in the Army section, you may purchase game tickets from the Wake Forest Ticket office at:
http://www.wakeforestsports.com/tickets/wake-ticket-office.html

BENNY HAVENS. Come to a great Benny Havens social from 5:30 to 8 p.m., on Friday evening (Sep 19) at the Piedmont Triad International Airport Marriott Hotel, One Marriott Drive, Greensboro. No entry charge; cash bar; hors d’oeuvres. We expect Rabble Rousers and Spirit Band to attend. The WP Glee Club will probably NOT attend Benny Havens.

Wake Forest has declared Saturday as MILITARY APPRECIATION DAY, where veterans of every branch are honored. We expect the Army Parachute Team (Golden Knights) to jump in, Cadet Glee Club to sing National Anthem at game, Rabble Rousers, Spirit Band, active and reserve and National Guard, cadets on spirit pass.

HELP. We incur considerable expense for Military Appreciation Day and the Tailgate. Please help us by making a tax-free donation. The West Point Society of the Piedmont is a 501(c)(3) organization. All donations will be greatly appreciated, but we are also looking for people and organizations to be key contributors. Donors at the $1,000 level and above will be prominently recognized and be allowed to display a sign or corporate logo at the Tailgate. Please consider making a tax-free donation in one of the following amounts:

$5,000 - General Eisenhower Society
$2,500 - Corps Commander
$1,000 - Division CG
$500 - Battalion Commander
$100 - Company Commander
$50 - Platoon Leader
Make your check payable to the West Point Society of the Piedmont and mail to Gene Parker, 3620 Gainsboro Drive, Greensboro, NC 27410. Please provide your email address so we can send you a receipt for tax purposes. If you know of an individual or company that would donate, please call Bill Trivette at 336-441-8054 or Kevin Hoppens at 336-393-0400. Thank you.

HOTELS:
1. We recommend you stay at PTI AIRPORT MARRIOTT HOTEL, ONE MARRIOTT DRIVE, GREENSBORO. Call Marriott Reservations at 800-228-9290 or hotel directly at 336-852-6450. Give this group code: WEST POINT SOCIETY. Special rate of $105 plus tax per night. Benny Havens is here Friday evening. About 35 minutes from tailgate & stadium.
2. HAWTHORNE INN, 420 HIGH ST, WINSTON-SALEM. Phone: 866-539-8430
3. WINGATE INN, 125 S. MAIN ST, WINSTON-SALEM. Phone: 336-714-2800
4. EMBASSY SUITES, 460 N. CHERRY ST, WINSTON-SALEM. Phone: 336-724-2300
5. WINSTON-SALEM MARRIOTT, 425 N. CHERRY ST, WINSTON-SALEM. Phone: 336-725-3500.
6. HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS, 110 MILLER ST, WINSTON-SALEM. Phone: 800-315-2621 QUESTIONS: Bill Trivette, 336-441-8054; trivette@triad.twcbc.com