The
22nd Annual Military Review was held
on Sunday, 7 September 2003.
The
22nd Annual Military Review held on Sunday,
7 September 2003, was a huge success. The weather
was perfect, attendance was high, and morale was at
is peak. The day began with a reception in honor of
the Air National Guard Security Forces who have been
on extended deployments since September 11, 2001. The
airmen and their families were recognized for the sacrifices
they have made over the past two years. The review
was highlighted by touching speeches by the Governor,
James E. McGreevey, and The Adjutant General, BG Glenn
K. Rieth. Several soldiers and airmen were honored
for their contributions and outstanding service over
the last year. The day held special meaning for three
members of the 253rd Transportation Company,
MSG William J. Feeny, Jr., SSG Gracie Y. Henderson,
and SGT Carmelo Raldiris, who have returned home from
Iraq and were awarded the New Jersey Distinguished
Service Medal. The focus was on Family Appreciation
after the Review. Several static displays were available
to highlight the equipment and mission of the Army
and Air National Guard. A picnic lunch was served
while the children played on several carnival type
rides. The USO Show Troupe, comprised of three talented
ladies (to include Miss USO), performed for our soldiers,
airmen, employees and families. Thanks to everyone
who contributed to the success of the program, and
to the families who make so many sacrifices.
BG
Glenn K. Rieth and Maj Gen Clark Martin announce
the selection of new State Command Chief Master
Sergeant.
BG
Rieth and Maj Gen Martin are pleased to announce the
selection of Chief Master Sergeant Paul M. Gunning
as the new State Command Chief Master Sergeant for
the New Jersey Air National Guard, replacing Command
Chief Master Sergeant John Mastrogiovanni. Chief Gunning
has 34 years of military service with the United States
Air Force, the 108th Tactical Fighter Wing,
the 177th Fighter Wing, and Headquarters,
New Jersey Air National Guard. His 29 years of service
to the New Jersey Air National Guard include assignments
as Health Technician, Personnel Superintendent, Military
Personnel Management Officer, and Director of Strength. His
well-rounded military career and in-depth knowledge
of enlisted personnel issues makes him the ideal choice
for the highest level of enlisted leadership in the
New Jersey National Guard. We congratulate the Chief
and his wife, LuAnn, on his selection.
Veteran
Service Officer Outreach Update.
Three
of our Veteran Service Officers performed various types
of outreach to different groups of veterans during
the month of August. In Sussex County, Bruce Stanley
manned a booth at the Sussex County Fair where he passed
out information to more than 1500 visitors to his booth. Meanwhile,
in Hackensack, Bob Maulano visited the Faith Foundation
and the Comprehensive Behavioral Healthcare Office
to assist the homeless and mentally ill. John Valenta
presented a briefing on applying for combat-related
special compensation at the Fort Dix Retiree Council
Meeting. Edna Jones took brochures, veterans guides,
and business cards to the Veterans Administration Outpatient
Clinic in Jersey City. We will continue to seek out
our veterans, and inform and assist them in applying
for their benefits.
TAG
of Delaware visits New Jersey.
MG
Francis Vavala, The Adjutant General, BG Ronald Stewart,
Assistant Adjutant General, Brig Gen Frank Pontelandolfo,
Chief of Staff ANG, and senior Delaware Army and Air
National Guard staff met with BG Glenn K. Rieth and
NJDMVA senior staff on Friday, 5 September 2003. The
visit was the first in a series that will include TAGs
and staff from our other surrounding states, Pennsylvania
and New York. BG Rieth initiated this program to encourage
greater cooperation, and idea/information exchanges
in areas of mutual concern and benefit. DMVA staff
presentations focused on homeland security, NJ Army
and Air National Guard mobilizations, Army National
Guard recruiting, and Joint Forces Headquarters model. Extensive
interaction between these leaders occurred and ensured
that this initiative will continue and expand.
Veterans
honored at ceremonies in Voorhees, New Jersey.
BG
Thomas J. Sullivan presented Distinguished Service
and Meritorious Service Medals to 226 veterans from
Burlington and Camden Counties at a ceremony held on
September 9th at the Echelon Mall in Voorhees,
New Jersey. Honored guests in attendance were Assemblyman
Louis Greenwald, 6th District, Mr. James
Beach, Camden County Clerk, and Mr. Michael W. McLaughlin,
Camden County Sheriff. Lt Col (Ret) Alan Bancroft,
Camden County Veterans Service Officer; Mr. Charlie
Piscopo, Burlington County Veterans Service Officer,
Ms. Karen Hansen and Ms. Michele Johnson, Division
of Veterans Programs, and COL Michael Moore, NJ Air
National Guard, represented the Department. CW5 (Ret)
Bob Wimberly performed the Master of Ceremonies duties.
Job
Fair scheduled for Lawrenceville Armory.
Nassau
Broadcasting is sponsoring a Job Fair for members of
the National Guard, who are seeking employment. Close
to 40 area employers are scheduled to participate in
the Job Fair, which will be held in the Lawrenceville
Armory on Wednesday, September 24th, from
11 a.m. - 7 p.m.
The
NJ National Guard, Military Occupational Skill
Qualification (MOSQ) percentage of assigned strength
is now 79.07%.
The
NJ Army National Guard MOSQ percentage of assigned
strength is now 79.07% as of 23 August 2003. New Jersey
currently ranks 23rd out of the 54 States
and territories. New Jersey has met the National Guard
Bureau (NGB) goal for all states to reach an MOSQ rate
of 79% by 30 September 2003. New Jersey can now begin
working toward the 82% goal for 30 September 2004. Keep
up the good work!
Military
Support Process.
Beginning
October 1, 2003, all personnel requesting military
support should be directed to the Domestic Actions
(DOMACS) website. Form DD-2536 should be completed
and forwarded to the Domestic Actions Coordinator when
requesting military support. This for can also be
faxed to 609-530-7003. If you have any questions,
the Domestic Actions Coordinator can be reached at
609-530-7043 or at http://www.state.nj.us/military/domac/index.html. The
website can also be accessed through the DMVA homepage
by clicking on the site map.
Security
Reminder for the DMVA Lawrenceville Campus.
All
employees are reminded to carry their identification
cards with them at all times. ID cards should be with
the employee when entering this facility every morning. A
memo regarding security will be forthcoming.
Army
Knowledge Online (AKO) offers Microsoft Windows
training.
Army
Knowledge Online offers Window training - the Army
Smart Force released a list of new courses that have
been added to the Courseware available from Smart Force/Sill
Soft on AKO. A sample from the hundreds of new courses
are listed below:
Microsoft
Windows XP Getting Started (e) Introducing
Windows XP 1.3
Microsoft
Windows XP - New Features (e) Windows XP: Fundamentals 3.7
Windows
XP: Advanced 4.7
Microsoft
Windows XP for Beginners (e) Getting
Started with Windows XP
Up
and Running With Windows XP
These
courses will be of use to all Army National Guard network
users as the transition to Windows XP occurs over the
next several months. Go to the "My Training" link
on the AKO home page for information on these and other
free courses that are available.
Vietnam,
Distinguished and Meritorious Service Medal Presentation
Ceremonies are scheduled.
23
September
11
a.m. & 1 p.m.
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Distinguished
Service Medal
And
Meritorious Service Medal
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Toms
River Elks Lodge
600
Washington Street, Toms River, NJ
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30
September
11
a.m. & 1 p.m.
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Vietnam
Service Medal
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Hall
of Heroes, Institute of Safety
281
Camp Gaw Rd., Mahwah, NJ
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22
October
11
a.m.
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Vietnam
Service Medal
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National
Guard Armory
1060
Hamilton Avenue, Somerset, NJ
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29
October
11
a.m. & 1 p.m.
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Vietnam
Service Medal
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National
Guard Armory
National
Guard Training Center
Sea
Girt, NJ
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Today
is the 255th day of 2003. There are 110
days left in the year. On this date:
◊ In
1609, English explorer, Henry Hudson, sailed on what
is now known as the Hudson River.
◊ In
1873, the first practical typewriter was sold to customers.
◊ In
1944, U.S. Army troops entered Germany, near Trier,
for the first time during World War II.
◊ In
1953, U.S. Senator John F. Kennedy married Jacqueline
Lee Bouvier.
◊ In
1983, Arnold Schwarzenegger became a U.S. citizen. He
emigrated from Austria 14 years earlier.
◊ In
1992, Dr. Mae Carol Jemison became the first African-American
woman in space. She was the payload specialist aboard
the space shuttle Endeavor.
◊ In
2002, President Bush told skeptical world leaders
at the United Nations to confront the "grave and gathering
danger of Saddam Hussein's Iraq or to stand aside as
the United States acted.
Need
a copy of your DD-214? You can now get it online!
The
National Personnel Records Center, Military Personnel
Records (NPRC-MPR) is the repository of millions of
military personnel, health, and medical records of
discharged and deceased veterans of all services during
the 20th century. NPRC (MPR) also stores medical treatment
records of retirees from all services, as well as records
for dependent and other persons treated at naval medical
facilities. Information from the records is made available
upon written request (with signature and date) to the
extent allowed by law. This site is provided for those
seeking information regarding military personnel, health
and medical records stored at NPRC (MPR). If you are
a veteran or next-of-kin of a deceased veteran,
you may now use vetrecs.archives.gov to
order a copy of your military records. For all others,
your request is best made using a Standard
Form 180. It includes complete instructions for
preparing and submitting requests.
Food
for Thought from Maj Jacqueline Veasey, 108th ARW, Support Group Executive
Officer.
Diets
Don't Work - Diets may take weight off fast,
but they only work in the short term. When you go
off the diet, you usually gain the weight back again
and then some. How to take it off:
Change
what you eat.
◊ Eat
fewer calories.
◊ Eat
as little fat (especially saturated fat) at possible.
Change
your eating habits.
◊ Eat
because you're hungry, not because you're tired, stressed,
lonely or bored.
◊ Don't
skip meals. If you're not hungry, eat less, but eat
something.
◊ Make
breakfast or lunch your main meal and eat a lighter
dinner.
Get
Regular Exercise.
◊ Aerobic
exercise can help you lose weight and can bring your
blood pressure down too.
◊ Be
sure to check with your doctor before beginning an
exercise program.
Armory
Happenings - Check to see what's happening at an
Armory near you.
9-14
September
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Antique
Show & Sale
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Morristown
Armory
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9-14
September
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Tool
Show & Sale
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Toms
River Armory
|
13
September
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Classic
Car Show
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NGTC,
Sea Girt
|
13
September
|
Irish
Festival
|
Sea
Girt
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20
September
|
Computer
Show & Sale
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Teaneck
Armory
|
21
September
|
Sports
Card, Comics & Beanies
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Bordentown
Armory
|
25-28
September
|
Ceramics & Porcelain
Doll Show & Sale
|
Morristown
Armory
|
29
Sep - 8 Oct
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Carpet & Furniture
Show & Sale
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Morristown
Armory
|
12
October
|
Sports
Card, Comics & Beanies
|
Bordentown
Armory
|
2
November
|
NASCAR
Collectibles
|
Bordentown
Armory
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NJ
Vietnam Veterans' Memorial and Vietnam Era Education
Center Announces its Calendar of Events for the
summer.
For
more information about any of these events, please
call the NJ Vietnam Veterans Memorial Foundation office
at (732) 335-0033.
19
Sep
|
11
a.m.
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POW/MIA
GSM Recognition Day Ceremony
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21
Sep
|
11
a.m.
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Rolling
Thunder POW/MIA Awareness Motorcycle Run
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17
Oct
|
9
a.m.
|
Capturing
the Imagination - The Art, Music, Theater,
Poetry, and Prose of the Vietnam Veteran
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11
Nov
|
11
a.m.
|
Veterans
Day Ceremony
|
13
Dec
|
6
p.m.
|
Holiday
Lighting Ceremony
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J Skunks
can shoot their stinky spray only 6-10 feet, but it
can be smelled up to 2.5 miles away.
J The
average raindrop falls at seven miles an hour.
J Holland
is the only country with a national dog.
J Before
mercury, brandy was used to fill thermometers.
J Giraffes
can lick their own eyes.
J The
Lungfish can live out of water for as long as four
years.
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