The Dispatch June 2018 Issue

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DISPATCH A PUBLIC ATION OF THE ARMY AND NAV Y CLUB JUNE 2018

SAINT JAMES CLUB PARIS, FRANCE

CONTENTS

Letter from the President

MEMBERSHIP

MG Daniel V. Wright, USA (Ret.), President / dwright@armynavyclub.org

By June 1, all members and spouses with an email address on file will have received an email from our Communications Department with a link to an online Membership Survey. This survey is going to assist our Strategic Planning Committee and Board of Governors to not only refine our Strategic Plan, but it will also give us a sense of how our members actually use their membership.

On any given afternoon or evening, you can see familiar faces who regularly come for lunch or attend the book forums or other events, but there are many more who we don't see because they don't live in the area or their schedules just don't allow them to get to the Club as often as they would like. It is important that we hear from all of our members, because whether you are at the Club three days a week or three days a year, you are a part of this esteemed organization and your voice matters.

For those members who do not have an email, a survery will be mailed to your home address on file. If you have any questions, please contact Liz Juskie in our Membership Department at 202-721-2091 or ejuskie@armynavyclub.org.

This month there will be a number of new events happening at the Club, which members and staff alike are very excited about. On Saturday, June 2, the Special Events Committee will be hosting a Military Heritage Mess Dinner celebrating the Battle of Lake Erie. All Club members and their guests are invited to attend. Mess nights are rich in military tradition, and while we have smaller mess dinners throughout the year, the Committee hopes to make this larger dinner an annual event celebrating the different services.

Member News and more

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CLUB NEWS Club News and more

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ON THE COVER Reciprocal Club Spotlight

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UPCOMING EVENTS Dining Events and more

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REGULAR FEATURES

Library Trust Fund History Vault

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ON THE COVER

Photograph of the Saint James Club in Paris, France. Image provided by the Saint James Club.

Another new event is the Brooks Brothers' Fashion Presentation on Saturday, June 9. The night before, on June 8, our Food and Beverage Director, Patrick Grady, will be hosting a Wine Tasting. These two events make for a perfect opportunity to arrange a weekend getaway at your Club!

There are also some fantastic book forums in June. On the 5th, Douglas Mastriano will be speaking about his latest book Battle in the Argonne, and on June 19 General Richard Neal will be at the Club for his book What Now, Lieutenant? You can find descriptions for these books on page 11 of your Dispatch. And remember, if you are unable to attend, a select number of forums are being filmed and put up on the Club website. Login to armynavyclub.org to view any you might have missed!

I look forward to seeing you around the Club this summer!

THE DISPATCH MAGAZINE JUNE 2018 ISSUE DINING HOURS

For reservations in the Main Dining Room, please call 202-628-8400.

MAIN DINING ROOM

EAGLE GRILL

Breakfast

Lunch

Monday - Friday

7:00 - 10:00 am

Monday - Friday

10:00 am - 2:00 pm

DAIQUIRI LOUNGE

EDITOR Elizabeth Juskie 12:00 - 2:30 pm

Brunch Sunday Lunch Monday - Friday

11:30 am - 2:00 pm

Dinner

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Monday - Friday

6:00 - 9:00 pm

Saturday

6:30 - 9:00 pm

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Monday

3:00 - 9:00 pm

Tuesday - Saturday

3:00 - 11:00 pm

ART DIRECTION & DESIGN Ariana Pierce

THE ARMY AND NAVY CLUB A PLATINUM CLUB OF AMERICA

Letter from the General Manager & COO John L. Warnack, CCM, CFBE, General Manager & COO / jwarnack@armynavyclub.org

HOME OF THE BRAVE "This nation shall remain the land of the free only so long as it is the home of the brave." –Elmer Davis GOLD STAR PARENTS In the wars since 9/11, thousands of Americans have lost sons or daughters. Bereaved parents often become isolated in a familiar world.

Friends don't know what to say about grief no words can touch. There is no term in the dictionary for a parent who has lost a child. Our Federal Government considers the families of the Fallen "Gold Star" Families, which is a tradition that began with service flags during World War I. –Scott Pelley, CBS news This Summer, the ANC will be privileged to host several Gold Star Families again. Last Summer I had the distinct honor of meeting Mr. Kris Hager, proud father of SSG Joshua R. Hager, Army, KIA February 22, 2007 – Iraq. I remember Kris explaining to me, "While remembering the Fallen is vital, we also need to listen, learn, live and love in order to recognize the sacrifice of those who gave their lives. Gold Star Families, ours included, have learned much about our sons and daughters after they were KIA. Our interaction with those who served with Josh goes on year after year. Gold Star Father Kevin Graves was talking with fellow comrades of his son, SPC Joey Graves, and learned that his son had conducted Bible studies while in Iraq. Our Fallen Soldiers, through their families, continue to teach us about life and living in love. We just need to listen."

Following the lead of one of our reciprocal clubs, the Marines' Memorial Club in San Francisco, California, the ANC offers a very special consideration every summer (June through August on weekends), to our members and their guests who are Gold Star Families visiting our Nation's Capital. Please inform our Front Desk when making your reservation request by calling 202-628-8400.

Have a very Blessed Summer!

2018 BOARD OF GOVERNORS

EXECUTIVE STAFF

MG Daniel V. Wright, USA (Ret.) President

COL Thomas F. Woloszyn, USA (Ret.) Special Events Committee, Chair

John L. Warnack, CCM, CFBE • 202-721-2094 General Manager & Chief Operating Officer

Col James A. Bracken, USMC (Ret.) Vice President

MAJ William Lang, USAF (Ret.) Curator

Sarah Ford • 202-721-2087 Director of Finance

CAPT James H. Czerwonky, USN (Ret.) Secretary

BG Malinda Ellen Dunn, USA (Ret.)

Mark Peckham • 202-721-2084 Director of Human Resources

COL Holly O’Grady Cook, USA (Ret.) Treasurer Lt Col John H. La Raia, USAFR (Ret.) Finance Committee, Chair COL Marc L. Warren, USA (Ret.) House Committee, Chair CDR Christopher P. Thomas, USN (Ret.) Membership Committee, Chair

Col Eugene P. Gay, USAF (Ret.) LTG Larry R. Jordan, USA (Ret.) COL Michael Kirby, USA (Ret.) Brig Gen Edward F. Rodriguez Jr., USAFR (Ret.) Lt Col Euseekers Williams Jr., USMC (Ret.)

Elizabeth Juskie • 202-721-2091 Director of Membership, Marketing & Communications Tibor Szabo • 202-721-2083 Director of House Operations Patrick Grady • 202-721-2089 Director of Food & Beverage Kirk DeLoach • 202-721-2092 Executive Chef June 2018

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MEMBERSHIP / MEMBER NEWS

Please note the following dining events and news.

Congratulations to the Membership Team's Noelle Jewell on her recent marriage to Colonel John DiGiambattista, USA. Colonel DiGiambattista and Noelle were married in California on May 5.

Photo courtesy of Anthony David Photography.

In April, longtime Club Member Col Nick E. Reynolds, USMCR (Ret.) celebrated the publication in paperback of his NYTimes bestseller, Writer, Sailor, Soldier, Spy: Ernest Hemingway’s Secret Adventures, 1935-1961.

The book explores the consequences of Hemingway’s dalliances with Soviet and American intelligence, as well as his support for Fidel Castro.

Club member Serina Vandegrift is posing with the bust of her great grandfather, Marine General Alexander Archer Vandegrift. The bust was created by Felix de Weldon and is a part of the Club’s de Weldon collection. General Vandegrift (1887-1972) commanded the 1st Marine Division to victory in its first ground offensive of World War II, the battle for Guadalcanal. For his action during the Solomon Islands Campaign he received the Navy Cross and the Medal of Honor.

NEWSWORTHY Do you have something exciting that you would like to share with the Club? We encourage you all to share your stories, achievements, and positive goings-on. Please forward your news and photos to Ariana Pierce at apierce@armynavyclub.org.

SOUNDING TAPS OUR HEARTFELT SYMPATHY TO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF: ••••••••••••••••••• MAJOR JOHN R. ALEXANDER COL ROBERT BRUCE CROWNSVILLE, MD Annapolis, MD CDR GARDNER R. BROWN ARLINGTON, VA

» The Daiquiri Lounge will close at 10 pm (Tuesday through Saturday) in July and August. » The Seafood Buffet will not be offered on July 3 or July 10. » Bento Box Lunch Specials will only be offered on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays in the Main Dining Room in July and August.

News & Events

Dining

» Taco Tuesdays will be offered in the Daiquiri Lounge in July and August.

MEMBERS H I P

WEDNESDAY, JU NE 6 • 6-7:3 0 PM A COM PL I M E NTARY E VE NT Do you have a friend or colleague who may be interested in learning more about the Club? Invite them to attend our Membership Open House — a free event for membership prospects. Reservations are required. For reservations, please call Elizabeth Newcomer at 202-355-0505.

Welcome Reception 6 pm Membership Overview 6:45 pm Club Tours 7 pm

CAPT ALEX VIESSMANN, USN (RET.) POOLESVILLE, MD

Congratulations to the following new members of The Army and Navy Club!

ALABAMA Mrs. Yvonne C. Johnson Foreman ARKANSAS 2LT George J. Bequette, USA CALIFORNIA Mr. Mike Conklin COLORADO LTC Charles W. Gregory, USA (Ret.) DELAWARE LCDR Dennis P. O’Reilley, USN (Ret.) DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA MAJ Jason Atwell, USAR (Ret.) CPT Paul Blenz, USA LTC David Escobar, USA ENS Brian G. Hannum, USN ENS Niall Henderson, USN CW2 Brendan Huff, USA LtCol Frank Johnston, USMC (Ret.) MAJ John Lynch, USA (Ret.) CW2 Kimberly Richardson, USA Maj Kevin Semelrath, USAF 4

FLORIDA CAPT Robert Carpenter, Jr., USN (Ret.) CAPT Robert Crippen, USN (Ret.)

MISSISSIPPI LTC Horace Richard Jordan, USA (Ret.) Mr. Michael P. Schenk

INDIANA 2ndLt Stephan Dibich, USMC

MISSOURI LT Christina Alexa Gatti, USN

LOUISIANA Mr. Patrick E. O’Keefe

NEW YORK 1stLt Christopher Bellaire, USMC LTC Don A. Corsaro, USAR (Ret.) Mr. Brian Monks ENS Robyn M. Schneider, USN LCDR Jed Matthew Weiner, USN

MARYLAND Andrew J. W. Douglas, USN Dr. Robert A. Gramzinski (LCDR, USN) Lt Col Michael Hammond, USAF (Ret.) Maj Jacquelyn Hayes- Byrd, USAF (Ret.) MAJ Hiram Dudley Ives, Jr., USA (Ret.) Mr. Lyle Kan CAPT David J. Keblish, USN (Ret.) Mr. Daniel Marino (Capt, USMC) CAPT Paul McElroy, III, USN (Ret.) MASSACHUSETTS Mr. Benjamin Samuel Flax ADM Michael S. Rogers, USN COL Micheal W. Thumm, USMC (Ret.)

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OHIO Mr. Gregory N. Farrar (Capt, USMC) OKLAHOMA 2nd Lt Benjamin Drake, USAF PENNSYLVANIA Rev. Jeffry A. Dull (Col, USAF) TEXAS Col Bradley G. Butz, USAF (Ret.) Mr. Brian C. Conklin

VIRGINIA COL David S. Anderson, USA (Ret.) CDR Dennis R. Baer, USN (Ret.) LTC Curtis Lee Byron, Jr. USA LTC Roger Cirillo, USA (Ret.) LtCol Kevin Conlon, USMC MAJ Peter Bohdan Dulniawka, USA CDR Thomas Gordy, USNR MAJ Justin Gorkowski, USA COL Francis G. Hall, Jr., USA (Ret.) Dr. Mohammad Javed, M.D. COL Paul K. Kreis, USA CDR Jason Lamb, USN (Ret.) Col James C. Lewis, USMC Mr. James A. McTague LTC Mark D. Mellott, USA (Ret.) CDR Juliana Vida, USN (Ret.) CAPT Robert Watts, USCG (Ret.) INTERNATIONAL Ms. Christina Rosado Landron CAPT William Warnock, Jr., USN (Ret.)

MEMBER SPOTLIGHT / MEMBERSHIP

MEMBER SPOTLIGHT MAJOR WILLIAM J. LANG, USAF (RET.) A DEVOTED VOLUNTEER

By Col James A. Bracken, USMC (Ret.) Club Vice President & Historian

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illiam J. "Bill" Lang, USAF (Ret.), who became a member in 1961, has devoted more of his time, energy, and expertise to The Army and Navy Club than any other member that I can recall.

In 1972, he volunteered to become a member of our Finance Committee. He has remained a valuable and insightful member all these 46 years. Bill was later elected Club Treasurer, a most demanding position and even then, when asked, he made time to be a member of the Library Trust Fund, which he went on to Chair from 1989 to 2012. Oh, and lest I forget, he has served as our Fine Art Curator for the past six years.

Most significantly though is Bill's role as a mentor and trusted advisor to every President of the Club for 46 years. His financial acumen has proven extraordinarily important at several critical junctures of the Club's development. His insight into Club operations and success factors have assisted all the Club officers and Governors.

Bill, a New York City native, was commissioned in the U.S. Air Force upon his graduation from Georgetown University in 1954. He served three years on active duty and then transferred to a Reserve status with the Air National Guard. That is when he began a successful career in the securities and investment business. While serving with the Guard, he was recalled twice to one-year tours of active duty. Major Lang encountered health problems while serving and was medically retired from the Air Force in 1969.

I don't want to give the impression Bill is all work and no play‌ far from it. He has been fascinated with horses, the track, and horse racing from an early age. In the early 1980s, as soon as he was financially able, Bill and his wife Dottie began buying and racing horses at three tracks in Maryland — Laurel, Pimlico, and Bowie. Bill and Dottie remained active and licensed for 18 years and in that time owned and raced 23 horses. Looking back, he said that they were invigorated by the whole of horse racing and truly enjoyed its social aspects.

He ends with a sigh, "Yet it can become an expensive hobby!"

Bill, now a widower, lives in Arlington, Virginia, not much more than two miles from our Club. He remains fully engaged in the securities investment business and maintains offices in Alexandria, Virginia.

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CLUB NEWS / ANNOUNCEMENTS

Tips & Tricks: Member Profile Did you know that you can control your member profile on the ANC website? You have the option to select the fields of your contact information that you wish to make visible to other members within the private side of the website. This feature is a great way to keep in touch with fellow members. To see what information you have made available on your profile, simply follow the steps below. As a reminder, your profile is viewable by ANC members only. For questions, please contact Ariana Pierce at apierce@armynavyclub.org.

1. After logging in, select MY PROFILE on the homepage.

A CAPITOL FOURTH A Star-Spangled Birthday Party

Live From the U.S. Capitol!

2. You will notice a box directing you to click the check boxes that you wish to have displayed.

3. Click the boxes you wish to display. Scroll down and select SAVE MY PROFILE once completed.

On July Fourth, America’s national Independence Day celebration honors our country’s birthday with an all-star salute. A Capitol Fourth, welcomes back Emmy Award-nominated actor and producer John Stamos to host the festivities! Broadcast live on PBS from the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol, this time-honored tradition puts viewers front and center for America's biggest birthday party and the greatest display of fireworks anywhere in the nation.

Find a spot on the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol for this free event, which begins at 8 pm, and then return to the elegant hotel rooms at your Club.

MEMBERS' BENEFIT Members Only Hotel Package for 2018 Book Two Nights at The Army and Navy Club Hotel and Get the Third Night Complimentary!

BOOK YOUR DC GETAWAY TODAY! For reservations, please call 202-628-8400 today! Complimentary breakfast during the weekdays and continental breakfast on the weekends are extended to all hotel guests. For Members only and subject to availability. All hotel rooms must be paid for by the Member. Restrictions may apply.

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STAY AT THE ANC! Make a hotel room reservation by calling 202-628-8400.

FOR MORE INFORMATION: www.pbs.org/a-capitol-fourth/home

SAINT JAMES CLUB / RECIPROCAL CLUB SPOTLIGHT

"In the shelter of the world, a private club with the soul of a family home" -Laure Pertusier, General Manager

H ISTORY

The Saint James Club is a private club situated in the only Châteaux-Hotel of Paris, France. The magnificent neoclassical building that houses the club was erected in 1892 on the site of the first aerodrome in Paris, which flew hot air balloons. The Saint James Club offers its members and guests a unique setting, conducive to business meetings as well as moments of relaxation.

R E S TAU R A N T

Majestic with its painted ceiling and its tasseled chandeliers, the former dining room of the Thiers Foundation welcomes members and guests in a warm atmosphere to enjoy the one Michelin star restaurant with Chef Jean-Luc Rocha.

HOTEL ROOMS

The 49 rooms and suites, particularly spacious and designed as guest rooms, all tell a story. From Madeleine Castaing to RenĂŠ Magritte and Elisabeth of Austria, different atmospheres can be felt thanks to a unique and elegant design. Reciprocal Members can enjoy 10% on the best flexible rates available when making a hotel reservation. Breakfast is included (in-room or at the Restaurant).

For Letter(s) of Introduction to the Saint James Club or to any of our reciprocal clubs, please contact Elizabeth Newcomer at 202-355-0505 or enewcomer@armynavyclub.org.

The Restaurant

The Terrace www.SaintJamesClub.com

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CLUB CALENDAR / JUNE 2018

JUNE 2018 SUNDAY

MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

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Champagne Brunch

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BOOK FORUM with Douglas Mastriano

PROSPECTIVE MEMBER OPEN HOUSE

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WINE TASTING

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THE ANC U.S. NAVY HERITAGE CELEBRATION

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LADIES' FASHION PRESENTATION Daiquiri Lounge Closed from 5:30-7:30 pm

SEAFOOD BUFFET

Dinner in the Eagle Grill

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TEX-MEX BRUNCH

FATHER'S DAY BRUNCH

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SEAFOOD BUFFET

BOOK FORUM with Richard Neal

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ARMY BIRTHDAY

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SEAFOOD BUFFET

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Champagne Brunch FOX CONNER SOCIETY

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PMN LUNCH & LEARN: TIPS FOR BUYING AND SELLING REAL ESTATE in the Eagle Grill

DAIQUIRI BIRTHDAY PARTY in the Daiquiri Bar

DINNER & DANCING in the Main Dining Room

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HIGHLIGHTED JUNE 2018 EVENTS 6/2 The ANC U.S. Navy Heritage Celebration 6/5 Book Forum: "Thunder in the Argonne" 6/6 Prospective Member Open House 6/8 Wine Tasting 8

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Ladies' Fashion Presentation Tex-Mex Brunch Army Birthday PMN Lunch & Learn: Strategies to Win on the Home Front Father's Day Brunch

6/19 Book Forum: "What Now, Lieutenant?"

6/22 Daiquiri Birthday Party 6/22 Dinner and Dancing 6/25 Fox Conner Society Meeting 6/29 Beer Pairing Dinner

JULY 2018 / CLUB CALENDAR

JULY 2018 SUNDAY

MONDAY 1

ALL-AMERICAN BRUNCH

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NO SEAFOOD BUFFET

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INDEPENDENCE DAY CLUB CLOSED HOTEL OPEN

Daiquiri Lounge will close at 10pm

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Daiquiri Lounge Closed from 5-7 pm Dinner in the Eagle Grill

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ANNUAL KIDS SUMMER EVENT

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THE ANDREW J. GOODPASTER AWARD General John M. Keane, USA (Ret.) SEAFOOD BUFFET Daiquiri Lounge will Daiquiri Lounge will close at 10pm close at 10pm NEW MEMBER ORIENTATION

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FIRST LOOK AT THE NATIONAL WORLD WAR I MEMORIAL AT PERSHING PARK Library Trust Event

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ASIAN BRUNCH

FOX CONNER SOCIETY

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BOOK FORUM with Theo Emery

SEAFOOD BUFFET Daiquiri Lounge will close at 10pm

HIGHLIGHTED JULY 2018 EVENTS 7/1 7/3 7/10 7/4 7/14 7/15

All-American Brunch No Seafood Buffet No Seafood Buffet Club Closed: Independence Day Annual Kids Summer Event French Fare Brunch

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The Andrew J. Goodpaster Award: 7/29 General John M. Keane, USA (Ret.) 7/30 First Look at The National World 7/31 War I Memorial at Pershing Park: Library Trust Event New Member Orientation

Asian Brunch Fox Conner Society Book Forum: "Hellfire Boys"

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CLUB PROGRAMS / EVENTS

FRIDAY, JUNE 8, 2018 WINE TASTING

SUNDAY, JULY 1, 2018 ALL-AMERICAN BRUNCH

Join us on Friday, June 8th for a fun Wine Tasting in the Eagle Grill!

We will feature gourmet cheeses and crackers to pair with each wine. The event will feature Mer Soleil Silver Unoaked Chardonnay, Antinori Bramito Chardonnay, Louis Jadot Bourgogne Blanc, Sofia Rosé, Fleur de Mer Côtes de Provence Rosé, and Sartori Rosé.

Celebrate the 4th of July with an All-American brunch at The Army and Navy Club! Our menu will feature traditional brunch favorites and festive desserts. ► 10 am-2 pm; $37++ per person; RSVP at 202-628-8400

► 6:30-8 pm; $35++ per person; RSVP at 202-355-0505

SUNDAY, JUNE 10, 2018 TEX-MEX BRUNCH When your brunch needs a little kick, Tex-Mex is the answer. Stop by the Club for a one-of-a-kind Southwest dining experience featuring authentic favorites ranging from guacamole to tacos to fajitas.

SUNDAY, JULY 15, 2018 FRENCH FARE BRUNCH Join us for a French themed brunch at The Army and Navy Club!

The menu will include French fare and pastries! Ç'est Magnifique! ► 10 am-2 pm; $37++ per person; RSVP at 202-628-8400

► 10 am-2 pm; $37++ per person; RSVP at 202-628-8400

FRIDAY, JUNE 22, 2018 DAIQUIRI BIRTHDAY PARTY Join us for a Daiquiri celebration commemorating Rear Admiral Lucius W. Johnson's 136th birthday. The bar will feature happy hour pricing on daiquiris, complimentary Cuban appetizers, and spirited company. Reservations are not required, but are encouraged.

TUESDAY, JULY 24, 2018 NEW & PROSPECTIVE MEMBER ORIENTATION Discover all that membership at the Club has to offer with a tour of the facilities followed by a complimentary Seafood Buffet dinner! Reservations are required. ► 6:30 pm; RSVP at 202-355-0505

► 6-8 pm; Daiquiri Bar & Lounge; RSVP at 202-355-0505

FRIDAY, JUNE 29, 2018 BEER PAIRING DINNER Join us for our second Beer Pairing Dinner on Friday, June 29th!

The event will feature a delicious 3-course, family-style dinner with beers from Victory Brewing Company. ► 7 pm; Eagle Grill; $40++ per person; RSVP at 202-355-0505 10

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SUNDAY, JULY 29, 2018 ASIAN BRUNCH Enjoy an Asian inspired brunch. The menu will draw on the finest and freshest ingredients, fusing dishes from across Asia. ► 10 am-2 pm; $37++ per person; RSVP at 202-628-8400

FORUMS & LECTURES / CLUB PROGRAMS

BOOK FORUM

THE ANDREW J. GOODPASTER AWARD Thunder in the Argonne: A New History of America's Greatest Battle (Battles and Campaigns Series) by Douglas V. Mastriano

Tuesday, June 5, 2018 Reception 6:30 pm Speaker 7 pm Price $10 per person In Thunder in the Argonne, Douglas V. Mastriano offers the most comprehensive account of this legendary campaign to date. Not only does he provide American, French, and British perspectives on the offensive, but he also offers for the first time in English the German view. Mastriano presents a balanced analysis of successes and failures at all levels of command, examining the leadership of the principals while also illuminating acts of heroism by individual soldiers. Published to coincide with the centennial of the campaign, this engaging book offers a fresh look at the battle that forged the modern U.S. Army.

BOOK FORUM What Now, Lieutenant?: Leadership Forged from Events in Vietnam, Desert Storm and Beyond by General Richard Neal Tuesday, June 19, 2018 Reception 6:30 pm Speaker 7 pm Price $10 per person Wars, fought on a grand scale with global consequences, are made up of countless smaller battles and events. For the men who fought, bled and died in them they are not small — those little pieces of war — and the personal aftermath and their effect is beyond measure. One such battle pitted a North Vietnamese Army (NVA) battalion of 700+ men against the men of Company I, Third Battalion, Ninth Marines, Third Marine Division. Of the seven officers in the field at the beginning, only three walked out.

General Richard Neal was one of them.

That battle was the crucial event in General Neal's life; an ultimate What Now, Lieutenant? moment that taught General Neal so much that came into play in other such moments in his future.

RESERVATIONS

Most events are available for online reservations. To register online, please visit www.armynavyclub.org. All book forums, unless otherwise noted, are $10 per person.

For reservations, please call 202-355-0505.

REMINDER

The Special Events Committee Presents: The Andrew J. Goodpaster Award honoring General John M. Keane, USA (Ret.) Tuesday, July 17, 2018 Reception 6:00 pm Price $10 per person The American Veterans Center will present General John M. Keane, USA (Ret.) with the Andrew J. Goodpaster Award.

The Andrew J. Goodpaster Award honors the life and service of General Andrew J. Goodpaster, a longtime trustee and a chairman of the Foundation, a champion of the Marshall legacy, an American hero, and an extraordinary public servant.

The Goodpaster Award is presented to American business leaders, politicians, military leaders and others who have served our nation in exemplary ways and like General Goodpaster, have exhibited great courage, selfless service, patriotism and leadership in their lives and careers.

About the Recipient General John M. "Jack" Keane, USA (Ret.) was the former Vice Chief of Staff to the Army. General Keane completed 37 years of military service to his country culminating in his appointment as Acting Chief of Staff and Vice Chief of Staff of the US Army. General Keane began his military career as a commissioned officer from Fordham University. His career includes command of the famed 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) and the legendary 18th Airborne Corps, the Army’s largest war fighting organization.

BOOK FORUM Hellfire Boys: The Birth of the U.S. Chemical Warfare Service and the Race for the World's Deadliest Weapons by Theo Emery Tuesday, July 31, 2018 Reception 6:30 pm Speaker 7 pm Price $10 per person Largely forgotten in the confines of history, the development of the U.S. Chemical Warfare Service in 1917 left an indelible imprint on WWI. This small yet powerful division, along with the burgeoning Bureau of Mines, assembled research and military units devoted solely to chemical weaponry, outfitting regiments with hastily made gas-resistant uniforms and recruiting scientists and engineers from around the world into the fight. Theo Emery brilliantly shows how WWI quickly spiraled into a chemists' war, one led by the companies of young American engineers-turnedsoldiers who would soon become known as the Hellfire Boys.

Please note that on forum nights the Main Dining Room opens a half hour early at 5:30 pm.

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CLUB PROGRAMS / SPECIAL EVENTS

GAME ON! ANNUAL KIDS SUMMER EVENT Saturday, July 14, 2018 I 1-3 PM Drop-off Location: Eagle Grill $25++ per child ages 8-12 (plus 15% gratuity and 10% tax) Escape the summer heat and join us for a fun-filled afternoon featuring Tactical Laser Tag, a Make Your Own Slime and Crafts station, and ice cream bar! The event is open to children ages 8-12.

Join in on the fun and make a reservation by calling Elizabeth Newcomer at 202-355-0505 today!

Professional Members Network Lunch & Learn STRATEGIES TO WIN ON THE HOME FRONT Tips for Buying and Selling Real Estate in Today's Market Friday, June 15, 2018 12-1 pm | Eagle Grill Free to attend | À la carte Dining Please call 202-355-0505 for reservations.

Attend the Club’s Professional Members Network event Lunch & Learn — a casual, lunch-time networking roundtable with an emphasis on making connections and sharing referrals.

The hour long session will be focused on Real Estate: "Strategies to Win on the Home Front — Tips for Buying and Selling Real Estate in Today's Market" led by Club member, Madeline Caporiccio. Madeline earned her realtor license in March of 1988. She earned her Broker’s license in May 2002.

Lunch & Learn sessions have 12 available spots. Each session lasts about 1 hour, from 12 to 1 pm with à la carte dining at the Club's Table.

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Sunday, June 17, 2018 Seating from 11 am to 3:30 pm $39++ per adult | $16++ per child ages 5-12 (plus 15% gratuity and 10% tax) Complimentary for children ages 4 & under.

Please call 202-628-8400 for reservations.

The best way to say Happy Father's Day is joining us for our annual Father's Day Brunch! Our special Father's Day brunch will feature signature brunch and specialty items.

Bottomless mimosas included. Be sure to make your reservation early!

SPECIAL EVENTS / CLUB PROGRAMS

LADIES' FASHION PRESENTATION •• W ITH STACY WA LL ACE-A LBERT •• Saturday, June 9, 2018 Doors open: 11:30 am Lunch and Fashion Presentation: 12:00 pm Main Dining Room | $34++ per person (plus 15% gratuity and 10% tax) Includes 3-course lunch and cocktails.

For reservations, please call 202-355-0505.

We invite you to a special luncheon hosted by Brooks Brothers’ Principal Stylist, Stacy Wallace-Albert, who will unveil her secrets to building a strategic wardrobe.

Join us for a conversation about fashion and function, and get Stacy’s expert tips on how to look (and feel) your best every day. You’ll also enjoy a special fashion presentation by your peers, highlighting the newest looks from Brooks Brothers.

•• A BOU T STAC Y WA LL ACE-A LBERT •• Stacy Wallace-Albert lifts fashion editing from the glossy page to animate the lives of women and men everywhere. The former fashion editor for Chicago magazine leapt to a national platform as Brooks Brothers Principal Stylist after her segment on The Oprah Winfrey Show rippled into a wardrobe-cleansing revolution. In addition to ongoing Brooks Brothers styling clinics, Stacy has lent her wardrobing strategies and expertise to CBS-Ch. 2 Chicago, The Wall Street Journal, The Chicago Tribune and Home Shopping Network.

The Library Trust and Special Events Committee Presents: First Look at The National World War I Memorial at Pershing Park Thursday, July 19, 2018 6:30 - 8:30 pm | Ballroom $10 per person Includes a wine and cheese reception.

As part of America's commemoration of the centennial of World War I, the United States Congress has authorized an enhanced and expanded World War I Memorial in Washington, DC. Sited at Pershing Park on Pennsylvania Avenue, the Memorial will honor the 4.7 million Americans who served in the war.

The exhibit will include the following on The World War I Centennial Commission: » Landscape and architectural presentation plans and initial sketches from architect Joe Weishaar » Preliminary drawings and scale models of monument sculptures by sculptor Sabin Howard » Photographs of Pershing Park » Maquette of proposed World War I Memorial » World War I photographs and other objects relevant to the Memorial Please contact Elizabeth Newcomer at 202-355-0505 or enewcomer@armynavyclub.org for reservations.

LIBRARY TRUST FUND / TRUST UPDATE

A LETTER FROM THE LIBRARY TRUST FUND CHAIRMAN The Army and Navy Club Library Trust is a 501(c)(3) non-profit entity. Its IRS-approved charter sets for the following responsibilities: to collect, restore, and display militarythemed artworks and books for the edification and pleasure of its members and to enrich public understanding of the numerous books, historical treasures, and artifacts in its possession.

Here is our follow-up story from the May Dispatch regarding Elizabeth "Liz" May Bloom Weaver and her husband, H. Douglas "Doug" Weaver. Doug met Elizabeth's mother when they were seated next to each other on a flight to DCA in the mid-50s. Originally from North Dakota, Doug had graduated from the University of Wisconsin, Harvard Law School, and Harvard Business School before serving as an intelligence officer in the Army Air Force during and after World War II. On this fated flight, Mrs. Bloom talked with Doug about her daughter Liz, telling of her intriguing government work and suggesting that she and Doug should meet.

Perhaps it was nerves, but it took Doug more than a year before calling her. Their first date was at The Army and Navy Club on Farragut Square. The Club remained one of their favorite dates — before and after they married in 1962, oftentimes with Elizabeth's brother, Colonel Hugh Bloom and his wife Carolyn. Hugh and Carolyn recently recalled an evening at the Club years ago with Liz and Doug, an unnamed 4 star general and other flag officers discussing WWII and Korean War experiences and swapping spy stories.

Doug practiced corporate law in DC and New York; Elizabeth was active in the Republican Party. They retired to Florida in the early 70s but remained Club members.

addition to our fundraising efforts reminds us all that there are many ways, present and future, to support the Library Trust and the work it accomplishes for our members and guests. Liz asked only that a plaque be placed in the Library Reading Room in memory of Doug and her. The Committee honors the Weavers' generosity not only with a plaque, but also by sharing this story with our members. In the near future, we will further commemorate their donation on the Collections website at: Collections.ArmyNavyClub.org.

Next, we thank you for the interest expressed in the Boehm Navy SEAL archive. We have begun high resolution photography and scanning of all the documents and photographs. Then, we will undertake a digital organization of the scanned archive so that third, the Boehm archive will be in readily accessible form on our Collections website. No prediction regarding the time needed to accomplish the three steps, but we've already started the scanning project with an intern. We believe that U.S. Navy or U.S. Special Operations institutions may be interested in assisting with the unique Boehm archive.

Boehm's estate donated the entire Boehm archive to the Library Trust, in addition to the officer's sword gifted to Boehm by his mentor, Vice Admiral E.B. Taylor, 1925 U.S. Naval Academy graduate. The sword is exhibited beautifully at the end of the Ballroom hallway on the Club's second floor.

By now you may have seen the beautifully renovated Gannon Room in the Library and also the newly framed Lansdowne Washington portrait above the South fireplace in the Main Dining Room. Both projects were identified and funded by Liz passed away four months ago, but generous Club members, the anonymous her generosity will produce a sustaining Club member who provided $50,000 for donation to the Library Trust. This humbling the Gannon renovation and then General Their fondest memories together were at the Club — so much so that several years after Doug passed away, Liz bequeathed her annuity to the Library Trust.

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Dick Trefry and wife Jacque, who donated the funds and commissioned the design and production of the 18th century federal frame for the Lansdowne. I was wrong about the 1920 Club frame. Jacque was right — the new federal era frame is just right!! Thanks, Jacque ☺ Those who were able to attend the May 16th Art Event in the Eagle Grill saw our exhibition of numerous prints and drawings. In addition, we have displayed above the Eagle Grill bar the original plaster maquette of the U.S. Capitol pediment and sculptural frieze, created by sculptor Paul Wayland Bartlett in 1908 and loaned to us by Greg W. Howland. Everyone seemed to enjoy and find edifying the detailed discussion of how best to take advantage of the powerful Library Trust Collections website.

July will bring our next Special Events and Library Trust Committees co-sponsorship of an art-related event. The World War I Centennial Commission will join us on Thursday evening, July 19th to discuss the proposed World War I memorial at Pershing Park. One of the Commission's founders will discuss their progress to date. We will exhibit preliminary landscape and architectural plans, architect sketches, sculpture designs and scale models of monument sculptures by sculptor Sabin Howard. In addition, there will be photographs of Pershing Park, photographs and other material from World War I, and a Maquette of the proposed WWI Memorial. We will discuss the numerous agencies with a role in the building and placement of memorials in the District. A veritable gauntlet of designs, reviews, briefings, and approvals must be negotiated and, if successful, the challenges increase with fundraising, construction, and maintenance. Join us for an incisive presentation on all of this. ◄

OUT OF UNIFORM / HISTORY VAULT

Out of Uniform

By Lieutenant Colonel William C. Collier, USA (Ret.), Club Member

William A. Collier, Private Bugler, Company K, 5th Massachusetts Infantry, circa 1915

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n December 7, 1914 William Albert Collier enlisted as a private in Company K, 5th Infantry Regiment, Massachusetts National Guard as a 17-year-old boy. In those days, a National Guard Company Commander could enlist a boy under age if that person showed some leadership potential.

After he enlisted, William Collier enrolled as an officer cadet at the Massachusetts Officer Training School.

The name Officer Training School was eventually changed to the Massachusetts Military Academy, because the term "training school" connoted what was done to convicts during their incarceration rehabilitation.

Each State National Guard operated a staterun Military Academy. Eventually, the state Military Academies became state Officer Candidate Schools.

Cadet Collier successfully completed his course of instruction at the Massachusetts Officer Training School in 1916. He was not commissioned at graduation due to his age being less than twenty-one years old. Upon completion of the Officer Training School he was reassigned as a Sergeant Bugler in Headquarters and Headquarters Battery, 1st Massachusetts Field Artillery. Sergeant Collier would remain with this unit until he became twenty-one years old and eligible for a Second Lieutenant's Commission.

During his assignment to Headquarters and Headquarters Battery, the Massachusetts National Guard was federalized and sent to the Texas-Mexican Border along with the rest of the 1st Massachusetts Field Artillery.

One of William Collier's personnel characteristics, which he maintained all of his life, was a fastidious attention to dress.

He always wore a hat and a necktie. He was so conscious of dress and appearance – it was unnerving to bystanders. As an example of this penchant for dress, when dress shirts were sent to the laundry for cleaning, they would be returned to the owner starched, folded and boxed in cardboard boxes. William Collier was known for going through all of his laundered shirts until he found one that the collar was prepared to his satisfaction. The rest were returned to the laundry for a re-cleaning and pressing. William Collier's family found his affinity for dress to be very annoying.

Sergeant Collier went with his battery and preformed his duties as mounted bugler, and other duties as assigned, while serving on the Texas-Mexican border with the Pershing Expedition. Living in the desert, a person gets very dirty and cleanliness becomes a chore that requires constant attention.

Prior to World War I, the United States Regular Army was very small with only 10 regiments of Cavalry and 24 regiments of Infantry. In 1916 and early 1917, the United States entered into war fever. After war was declared in April 1917 the size of the Army grew rapidly. The need for commissioned officers was great and commissioning regulations were greatly relaxed. Because Sergeant Collier had successfully completed his officers training he was one of the candidates for immediate commissioning.

When Sergeant Collier’s commission came down to the Battery through channels, the Battery was still serving along the TexasMexican border in the desert. Sergeant Collier was ordered to report to the Battery Commander for reasons unknown to him. He cleaned himself up and straightened up his uniform, the best he could considering how long he had been in the desert, and reported to the Battery Commander in the Orderly Room Tent.

Once in the Orderly Room Tent, the Battery Commander began to chew out his bugler for being out of uniform. Being the Soldier he was, Sergeant Collier stood at attention and replied, "Yes Sir, No Excuse, Sir!" After Sergeant Collier was dismissed, he left the Orderly Room Tent, and took a short walk

to recover from his verbal down dressing by the Battery Commander. Sergeant Collier was mad and he did not appreciate comments about being out of uniform. Sergeant Collier felt he had done the best he could under the existing circumstances. It was about 30 minutes after he left the Orderly Room Tent that it dawned on him. The Battery Commander never once addressed him as Sergeant Collier. Throughout the entire counseling session he had been addressed as Lieutenant Collier. Sergeant Collier had been promoted to a Second Lieutenant! Having had this revelation, the new Lieutenant returned to the Orderly Room Tent, much to the laughter of all those inside. There Lieutenant Collier received additional instructions that he was to immediately leave his regiment and report for duty at a new regiment at Syracuse, New York.

Hopefully he would be in the right uniform!

Second Lieutenant Collier arrived at his new unit, the 47th Infantry Regiment, 4th Division, and was sent overseas to serve with the Allied Expeditionary Force in the First World War. During combat operations in France, Second Lieutenant Collier would receive another promotion, to First Lieutenant. However, promotion to First Lieutenant was far less dramatic. He did have to wrap his gold Second Lieutenant insignia with silver tin foil which came from chewing gum wrappers. In the trenches Lieutenant Collier had no means to obtain proper Silver First Lieutenant Insignia. As any former Second Lieutenant can attest to, one wants to replace those gold bars with silver ones as soon as possible!

Lieutenant Collier would continue serving in the U.S. Army until he retired in 1954 as a Brigadier General. He saw service in the Mexican Border Expedition, World Wars I and II and the Korean Conflict. Two of his sons served in the U.S. Army and one son served in the U.S. Air Force. Two of his grandsons currently serve in the U.S. Army.

This essay is based on the reflections of the late Brigadier General William A. Collier, USA (Ret.). Two of his sons have confirmed witnessing him going through laundry shirts. The pictures are from his personal photograph collections. ◄

June 2018

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