THE
DISPATCH A PUBLIC ATION OF THE ARMY AND NAV Y CLUB JULY 2019
THE BEYOND
BURGER
A LETTER FROM THE
CON T E N TS
PRESIDENT
Membership Member News and more ..... 4
MG Daniel V. Wright, USA (Ret.) dwright@armynavyclub.org
Club Life Club News and more ..... 6 On the Cover The Beyond Burger ..... 9
Gone are the quiet days of summer the Club was used to having. June was the start with its many outstanding events, including the 75th D-Day Commemoration held via a triumphant Mess Night on June 1. Now in July we celebrate our Nation's 243 years of Independence! It seems like every year the staff plans more, great new events, and now with Clubs within the Club (CWC), we are busier than ever! The Cyber Club, a CWC, will be meeting again on July 8. With the cyber industry booming, this is a most timely topic and a great opportunity for members to network, explore employment opportunities, or for those with just a general interest in the topic to learn more. Then, on July 20, the Young Member Sub-Committee is hosting their first ever event, FĂŞte Blanche. While the event is open to all Club members, the subcommittee itself is made up of younger members and designed to encourage engagement of our younger officers and associate members. It is sure to be a fantastic evening with themed cocktails and hors d'oeuvres. Our House Committee even relaxed the dress code for the ballroom that evening so a jacket is not required! There are some other great new events coming up in August that are worth mentioning as well. After his book forum at the Club in May, Francis Gary Powers Jr. reached out to our Special Events team and offered to give Club members a private, guided tour of the new International Spy Museum at L'Enfant Plaza. He will lead members through the new exhibits, exploring the extensive collection of espionage related artifacts and interactive experiences. This is certainly an opportunity not to be missed! Dinner and a Show is back on Friday, August 23, with the hit Broadway musical, Aladdin! Dinner will be at the Club beforehand and include a 3-course prix fixe menu. Tickets are limited, so reserve yours soon. I also want to note that the renovation to our fitness center is nearly complete! If you have a chance, come in and check it out. Keep in mind that renovation to the rest of the B2 level will be ongoing into fall. I hope you all are enjoying your summer so far and I look forward to seeing you at the Club!
Upcoming Events Dining Events and more ..... 12 Regular Features Library Trust Fund Update ..... 18 History Vault ..... 19
ON T H E COV E R
Introducing the Beyond Meat Burger at The Army and Navy Club. Photo courtesy of www.beyondmeat.com.
T H E DISPATCH M AGA Z I N E
A Publication of The Army and Navy Club on Farragut Square
J U LY 2 019 Editor Elizabeth Juskie Art Direction & Design Ariana Pierce
A Platinum Club of America
DI R EC TORY & HOU R S Accounting 202-534-3194 9am-5pm (Monday-Friday) Membership & Marketing 202-721-2091 9am-5pm (Monday-Friday) Catering & Sales 202-355-0525 9am-5pm (Monday-Friday) Dining & Hotel Reservations 202-628-8400 Open 24/7 Library 202-721-2096 7am-11pm (Monday-Sunday) Librarian on Site 9am-5pm (Monday-Thursday) 9am-12pm (Friday)
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A LETTER FROM THE
BOA R D OF G OV E R NOR S
DIRECTOR OF HOUSE OPERATIONS
MG Daniel V. Wright, USA (Ret.) President Col James A. Bracken, USMC (Ret.) Vice President and Club Historian
Tibor Szabo
CAPT James H. Czerwonky, USN (Ret.) Secretary
tszabo@armynavyclub.org
COL Holly O’Grady Cook, USA (Ret.) Treasurer
As summer arrives in Washington, DC, the city tends to slow down a bit. However, that is not the case at the Club. The staff continues to focus on delivering high level service to the members and making improvements to the overall benefit of the Club. Recently, we completed the re-painting of the fourth-floor overnight rooms, and we will move the process to the third-floor hotel rooms, providing a fresher look for our overnight guests. We will also continue with the replacement of the in-room televisions. A new addition to the room amenities, we are installing safes in every overnight room. They will be large enough to hold most laptops, and will allow the use of a credit card as individual access or guests can create their own personal codes. The renovation of the fitness center is well on its way and within a few short weeks members will enjoy upgraded equipment in a pleasant workout environment. Equally important, we have two large back of the house projects on our front burner. The first is the installation of new ecologically friendly fats, oils, and grease abatement systems supporting both Main Dining Room and Eagle Grill kitchens, as well as reducing our footprint on the environment. The second is a multi-year HVAC project replacing the Club’s aging air handling units. Planning and organizing these missions are well on their way. The staff wishes you a great summer, and we are looking forward seeing you when your business or leisure travel brings you to DC! Sincerely,
Lt Col John H. La Raia, USAFR (Ret.) Finance Committee, Chairman COL Marc L. Warren, USA (Ret.) House Committee, Chairman CDR Christopher P. Thomas, USN (Ret.) Membership Committee, Chairman Col Eugene P. Gay, USAF (Ret.) Special Events Committee, Chairman BG Malinda Ellen Dunn, USA (Ret.) Governor Capt Donald Hooper, USMC Governor LTG Larry R. Jordan, USA (Ret.) Governor COL Michael Kirby, USA (Ret.) Governor Brig Gen Edward Rodriguez Jr., USAFR (Ret.) Governor Lt Col Euseekers Williams Jr., USMC (Ret.) Governor COL Thomas F. Woloszyn, USA (Ret.) Governor Curator MAJ William Lang, USAF (Ret.)
L I BR A RY T RUST F U N D MG John D. Altenburg Jr., USA (Ret.) Chairman
E X ECU T I V E STA FF John L. Warnack, CCM, CFBE General Manager & Chief Operating Officer 202-721-2094 Sarah Ford Director of Finance 202-721-2087 Mark Peckham Director of Human Resources 202-721-2084 Elizabeth Juskie Director of Membership, Marketing & Communications 202-721-2091
Tibor Szabo Director of House Operations
Tibor Szabo Director of House Operations 202-721-2083 Patrick Grady Director of Food & Beverage 202-721-2089 Kirk DeLoach Executive Chef 202-721-2092 3 | JULY 2019
MEMBERSHIP // MEMBER NEWS Congratulations to our Catering Sales Manager Ashley Baber and her husband Jacob on the birth of their new baby boy! Everett Benjamin Baber was born on 18 May 2019, weighing 7lbs 9oz and measuring 20 inches.
Last July, Club Members COL Alfred L. Brooks, USA (Ret.) and his wife Rose celebrated their 30th wedding anniversary at the reciprocal club, the Saint James Club in Paris with dear friends, Drs. James and Nan Spalding from Louisville, KY. They have visited the club four times in the past three years and have a wonderful experience each time. Club Member Colonel Anthony Sebo, USA retired on June 1 from the military after 30 years of service in the U.S. Army. Thank you for your service, COL Sebo!
SOU N D I N G TA P S
Our heartfelt sympathy to the family and friends of: Col Richard Coffman, USMCR (Ret.) – Potomac, MD LTG Ernest Graves, Jr. (Golden Knight) – Arlington, VA Mr. Paul Hanrahan – Skaneateles, NY COL Herbert N. Harmon – Alexandria, VA
SU M M E R D I N I N G C LOSU R E S M A I N D I N I N G RO O M During the month of July, the Seafood Buffet will only be offered on Tuesday, July 16 and Tuesday, July 30. The Seafood Buffet will not be offered in the month of August. The Seafood Buffet will return to the Main Dining Room on Tuesday, September 10.
E AG LE G R I LL The Eagle Grill will be closed starting July 1 through September 3. During that time, the Bullpen and Pershing Room will be available for members and guests who prefer the Eagle Grill dress code. The Main Dining Room menu will be served. The Eagle Grill will reopen on Wednesday, September 4.
D I N I N G H OU RS M A I N D I N I N G RO O M
PROS PE C TI V E
M E M B E R M IX E R W E D N E S DAY, AU G U S T 7 | 6 -7: 3 0 PM E AG LE G R I LL | F R E E TO AT TE N D Do you have a friend or colleague who may be interested in learning more about The Army and Navy Club? All ANC Members are invited to bring a guest (or 2!) to the Prospective Member Mixer on Wednesday, August 7. The casual mixer will include a complimentary reception with wine and hors d'oeuvres, as well as optional Club tours. This is a fantastic opportunity for you to show off your Club and all of the amenities and programs we have to offer. Reservations are required. Interested in attending? Please contact Liz Juskie at 202-721-2091 or ejuskie@armynavyclub.org.
Breakfast Monday - Friday Sunday
Coat required/tie optional 7:00 am - 10:00 am 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Lunch Monday - Friday
Coat required/tie optional 11:30 am - 2:00 pm
Dinner Monday - Friday Saturday
Coat and tie required 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Reservations in the Main Dining Room are required. For reservations, please contact the Front Desk at 202-6288400 or frontdesk@armynavyclub.org.
DA I Q U I R I LO U N G E
Coat required/tie optional Monday 3:00 pm - 9:00 pm Tuesday - Saturday 3:00 pm - 11:00 pm
E AG LE G R I LL
Coat and tie not required Monday - Friday 12:00 pm - 2:30 pm
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MEMBER SPOTLIGHT // MEMBERSHIP
Member Spotlight Brigadier General Joseph Schroedel, USA (Ret.) Soldier, Professional Engineer, Combat Veteran, Business Leader By: Geoffrey Prosch, Membership Committee
J
oe Schroedel is a loyal, active member of The Army and Navy Club. He is an Eagle Scout and son of an Air Force Chief Master Sergeant. He met his wife of 44 years (daughter of an Air Force Master Sergeant) in high school at Dover Air Force Base, Delaware. He graduated from the U.S. Military Academy in 1975 where he was the Brigade Athletic Officer and a permanent Cadet Captain. Joe steadily rose in the ranks of the Army Corps of Engineers during his 34-year career including service as Special Assistant to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, XO to the Secretary of the Army, Chief of Staff of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), and Deputy Commander of the USACE Gulf Region Division in Iraq. He is also a licensed Professional Engineer in Virginia. Joe and his wife Kathy have 3 children and 4 grandchildren. His son is a Chief Warrant Officer geospatial engineer with 6 combat tours of duty. Joe’s hobbies are woodworking, home renovations, jogging, traveling, and being a grandpa.
102 Posts worldwide and over 29,000 members. He came to SAME from Parsons Brinckerhoff Engineering firm where he served in South Africa for 3 1/3 years as the Project Director for the construction of an $18B power plant. Joe learned about the Club while attending military engineer related events. After enjoying early morning "power breakfasts" and business lunches (including his favorite Army and Navy Bean Soup) — and following a Club tour, Joe decided it was time to officially “join up”. Joe uses the Club frequently for SAME events, for hosting SAME and military business associates, and for meals with his family and friends. He enjoys the military tradition and classy décor of the Club. He finds the Club's central location near 2 metro stations and valet parking very convenient for both SAME business and pleasure. Joe's membership provides the Club with a "twofer": Distinguished Flag Rank Officer member and extensive SAME corporate business. ◄
Joe is the Executive Director of the Society of American Military Engineers (SAME) with
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T HE A R M Y A N D NAV Y CLU B'S
SUM MER R E A DING LIST Summer is a great time to catch up on reading, when the days are longer and the weather is ideal for lounging outside with a good book. And who better to get your summer "must-read" suggestions from than your very own Special Events Committee (SEC)? The members of the SEC spend the year reviewing more than 100 books for potential forums at the Club. Although many of these books are well written, only a select number make it to the actual forum stage, due to author availability as well as subject interest. The below list is offered simply for you to explore at your leisure. Catch up on a good spy story or read about leadership lessons from the great military minds of our day. We hope you enjoy! And just to note, many of these titles are available in the ANC library! "The Old Man and The Sea" by Ernest Hemingway Recommended by Mr. Tom McGonigle "You probably have not picked this up since high school English class, but returning with some life perspective to the story of an old Cuban fisherman, down on his luck, and his battle with a giant marlin, adds greater appreciation to Hemingway's treatment of the classic theme of courage in the face of defeat."
"Washington's General" by Terry Golway Recommended by LCDR Neysa Slater-Chandler "A fascinating study of a fascinating man; a study in contrasts, and a great Rhode Islander!"
"Honoring the Enemy" by Robert N. Macomber Recommended by CDR Louis Husser "This book celebrates what the ANC honors on the walls of the Daiquiri Lounge."
"God, War, and Providence" by James A. Warren Recommended by LtCol Peter McCarthy "This is a beautifully written book. Interesting and entertaining. Topic ideal for the history buff focus on the very earliest aspect of colonial America and the North East."
"Rise and Kill First" by Ronen Bergman Recommended by COL Tom Woloszyn "This book is the first definitive history of the Mossad, Shin Bet, and the IDF’s targeted killing programs."
"The Good Mothers" by Alex Perry Recommended by Capt Don Hooper "An unprecedented look inside a deadly and obscenely wealthy branch of the Italian mafia and the electrifying story of the women who risked everything to bring them down."
"Killers of the Flower Moon" by David Grann Recommended by Mrs. Madeline Caporiccio "A true story of how the Osage Indians were systematically killed off after they discovered oil on the land where they were living, and became the richest people in America. Because of the number of suspicious deaths and the fact that they were not being investigated, the FBI was created."
"On Grand Strategy" by John Lewis Gaddis Recommended by CDR John Klein "The book explores the reasons for statecraft and war, through the perspective of great personalities from history."
"Thunder at the Gates" by Douglas Egerton Recommended by LTC Aric Raus "Thunder at the Gate provides the untold story of those fighting for their own freedom, while constantly questioning wether they would even see equality, even if they won."
"Nineteen Eighty-Four" by George Orwell Recommended by COL Brian Michelson "Worth a re-read, seems almost even more prophetic today than when it was written because we are actually approaching the ability to achieve the dystopia he describes." 6 | THE DISPATCH
CLUB NEWS // CLUB LIFE
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GOLDEN CINEMA 2019 Mark your calendar for the Golden Cinema series! The free outdoor movie series, Golden Cinema, hosted by the Golden Triangle BID, returns to Farragut Square this summer! This year's program includes an incredible line-up of films – make sure to mark your calendar now. Movies will be shown each Friday at sunset, around 8:30pm – beginning on June 7 through August 2.
Sign up and receive the electronic PDF version of The Dispatch in your inbox. Members who sign up will receive their copy of the magazine earlier, learn about special events in advance, and stay connected with Club happenings 24/7! To opt out of the mailed magazine logon to www.armynavyclub.org. For further assistance, please contact Ariana Pierce at 202-355-0520 or by email at apierce@armynavyclub.org.
SHOW OFF YOUR CLUB PRIDE
Purchase apparel, souvenirs, collectables and other exciting merchandise here at the ANC Store. There’s something for everyone! Our shop currently has the ANC Lands' End Blue Wicker Polo for only $55.00. Also, a Club favorite is our Classic Jacquard Silk Club Tie for only $55.00 – it's great for special occasions or holidays. The ANC Shop offers great merchandise for all of your favorite Army and Navy Club memorabilia. To place an order, please contact the Front Desk at 202-628-8400 today!
July 12 Mary Poppins Returns July 19 Incredibles 2 July 26 Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald August 2 Wonder Woman A rain date is scheduled for August 9. No movie is shown on July 5. Located in the heart of the Golden Triangle neighborhood, Farragut Square is easily accessible by public transportation (Farragut North station – Metro Red Line; Farragut West station – Metro Blue Line, Orange Line, and Silver Line; Buses – 38B, 52, S2).
JULY + AUGUST HOTEL RATES FOR MEMBERS Members can enjoy 15% off hotel rates in July and 25% off hotel rates in August. For hotel reservations, please contact the Front Desk at 202-628-8400 to guarantee these special rates!
**** Bring a blanket, grab a bite to eat at the Club, and don't forget to get your complimentary popcorn in the Club's lobby before the show!
July
August
Standard
$200
$176
King
$214
$188
Deluxe
$241
$212
Premium
$283
$250
BOOK YOUR DC GETAWAY 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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CLUB LIFE // CLUB NEWS
Introducing the Young Members Sub-Committee
VISION STATEMENT To create opportunities for our young, inspiring members to become more involved in our Club's culture that is steeped in tradition. Efforts of the Young Members Sub-Committee will aim at enhancing young members' social experiences at the Club as well as the reputation of The Army and Navy Club throughout Washington, DC. WHO WE ARE The Young Members Sub-Committee organizes social events that target the younger membership demographic within the Club. Event concepts will aim to appeal to this demographic of "younger" members, but will be open to all members of The Army and Navy Club. The Young Members Sub-Committee assists in the planning of several large-format, seasonal events and works closely with the Club Staff to host themed happy hours, as well as social and cultural outings beyond the walls of the Club. Look for the Young Members' logo in the Club's newsletter and online for special events hosted by the Young Members Sub-Committee!
THE ARMY AND NAVY CLUB WELCOMES THE FOLLOWING NEW MEMBERS CALIFORNIA Capt Anil Datta COLORADO Mr. Michael L. Shea (CWO5, USA) DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA LT David Bedard, USN Mr. Scott Eisner MAJ Russell P. Galeti, Jr., ARNG Capt Joseph A. Kramer, USMC Mrs. Anne Lantry LtCol Gabriel R. Patricio, USMC (Ret.) Mr. James Steven Schwab (LT, USN) Mr. Thomas G. Young (CPT, USA) FLORIDA LTC Charles Fowler, USAR 2LT Bonamico Porter Jacobs, USA LtCol Richard J. McCourt, USAF (Ret.) GEORGIA COL Rebecca Gray, ARNG HAWAII MG Stephen D. Tom, USA (Ret.)
ILLINOIS Ms. Adair Schwartz COL Lemuel J. Shaffer
TEXAS Mr. John C. Brindle (Capt, USMC) Mr. Gary Sean Scott (CW5, USA)
MARYLAND Ms. Regina D. Chavis LT Anthony B. Clay, Jr., USN LtCol Omar F. Coral, USAF (Ret.) Mr. Ellis Craig 2nd Lt Hunter E. Lunasin, USAF Mr. Steven L. Soroka (LT, USN) RADM Michael Edgar Toedt, USPHS
VIRGINIA LTC Eric Blomstedt, USA COL Brian J. Butcher, USA (Ret.) CAPT Karl A. Cooke, USN (Ret.) LTC Claire Cornelius, USA CDR Taylor Bruce Dewey, USN SPC Roderick H. Evans, USA COL Gregory Gardner, USA (Ret.) LTC Adam A. Morgan, USA Mr. Thomas Kevin Richey CAPT Sophia Russell, USPHS CPT Simona Shipp, ARNG
NORTH CAROLINA Robert S. Cooley, Jr., USAR NEW JERSEY Mr. Christopher D. Brady NEW YORK CAPT Edwin S. Spirer, USPHS (Ret.) PENNSYLVANIA Dr. Jeremy W. Cannon (Col, USAF) SOUTH CAROLINA CDR Christopher Van Metre, USN (Ret.)
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WYOMING LTJG Roger Jordan Brown, USN INTERNATIONAL Colonel Nawaf Al-Thani, Qatar Embassy
BEYOND BURGER // ON THE COVER
The famous plant-based burger that looks, cooks, and tastes just like meat is available now at The Army and Navy Club! The Beyond Burger is incredibly delicious and 100% plant-based. What is Beyond Meat? The Beyond Burger is the world's first plant-based burger that looks, cooks, and satisfies like beef, without genetically modified organisms (GMOs), soy, or gluten. A Burger with Benefits A peer-reviewed Life Cycle Analysis (LCA) conducted by the University of Michigan compared the environmental impact of The Beyond Burger to a Âź lb. U.S. beef burger. The study concluded that The Burger uses significantly less water, less land, generates fewer Greenhouse Gas Emissions (GHGE), and requires less energy than a beef burger.
TASTES JUST LIKE MEAT
Be the first to taste The Beyond Burger at the Club. Visit the Eagle Grill or the Main Dining Room for lunch. Reservations are required in the Main Dining Room, please contact 202-628-8400 to make a reservation today. 9 | JULY 2019
6:30pm Seth Jones Book Forum: "A Covert Action"
6:00pm Rooftop Happy Hour
12:30pm Lunch Series: "Small Boats and Daring Men" with Benjamin Armstrong
7/16
7/17
7/19
7/30 6:30pm Lynn Vincent and Sara Vladig Book Forum
7/28 10:00am Italian Brunch
7/27 1:00pm Annual Kids Summer Event: Minute to Win It Competition
7/25 6:00pm Young Members Happy Hour
7/23 6:00pm New Member Orientation
7/20 7:00pm Fête Blanche hosted by the Young Members Sub-Committee
10:00am French Brunch
7/14
EVENTS SNAPSHOT 1 Eagle Grill Closed
MONDAY
15 Eagle Grill Closed
28 Italian Brunch
Lynn Vincent and Sara Vladig Book Forum Fox Conner Society
Seafood Buffet
30 Eagle Grill Closed
No Seafood Buffet
New Member Orientation
31 Eagle Grill Closed
24 Eagle Grill Closed
Breakfast in the Eagle Grill
Seafood Buffet
23 Eagle Grill Closed
17 Rooftop Happy Hour
10 Eagle Grill Closed
3 Eagle Grill Closed
WEDNESDAY
16 Seth Jones Book Forum
No Seafood Buffet
9 Eagle Grill Closed
No Seafood Buffet
2 Eagle Grill Closed
TUESDAY
29 Eagle Grill Closed
21 22 Champagne Brunch Eagle Grill Closed
14 French Brunch
Cyber Club
7 8 Champagne Brunch Eagle Grill Closed
SUNDAY
J U LY
25 Eagle Grill Closed
18 Eagle Grill Closed
Wine Society
11 Eagle Grill Closed
4 INDEPENDENCE DAY Club Closed Hotel Open
THURSDAY
26 Eagle Grill Closed
Lunch Series with Benjamin Armstrong Dinner in the Eagle Grill Daiquiri Lounge Closed from 4:456:45pm
19
12 Eagle Grill Closed
5 Eagle Grill Closed
FRIDAY
27 Annual Kids Summer Event: Minute to Win It Competition
Fête Blanche hosted by the Young Members Sub-Committee
20 Chess Group
13
6
SATURDAY
6:00pm Young Members Happy Hour
10:00am Asian Brunch
8/8
8/11
8/25 10:00am Mediterranean Brunch
6:00pm Prime Rib Night
8/23 5:30pm Dinner and a Show at the Kennedy Center: Aladdin
8/21 6:00pm Rooftop Happy Hour
6:00pm Prospective Member Mixer
8/7
EVENTS SNAPSHOT
25 Mediterranean Brunch
27 Eagle Grill Closed No Seafood Buffet
Fox Conner Society
28 Eagle Grill Closed
Rooftop Happy Hour
No Seafood Buffet
26 Eagle Grill Closed
21 Eagle Grill Closed
No Seafood Buffet
Cyber Club
14 Eagle Grill Closed
Prospective Member Mixer
7 Eagle Grill Closed
WEDNESDAY
20 Eagle Grill Closed
13 Eagle Grill Closed
12 Eagle Grill Closed
18 19 Champagne Brunch Eagle Grill Closed
11 Asian Brunch
No Seafood Buffet
Coast Guard Birthday
TUESDAY
6 Eagle Grill Closed
MONDAY
4 5 Champagne Brunch Eagle Grill Closed
SUNDAY
AUG UST
29 Eagle Grill Closed
22 Eagle Grill Closed
15 Eagle Grill Closed
8 Eagle Grill Closed
1 Eagle Grill Closed
THURSDAY
30 Eagle Grill Closed
Prime Rib Night
Dinner and a Show at the Kennedy Center: Aladdin
23 Eagle Grill Closed
16 Eagle Grill Closed
9 Eagle Grill Closed
Daiquiri Lounge Closed from 5:307:30pm
2 Dinner in the Eagle Grill
FRIDAY
31
24
17
Daiquiri Lounge Closed from 5:307:30pm
10 Dinner in the Eagle Grill
3 Chess Group
SATURDAY
CLUB PROGR AMS // EVENTS
BOOK FORUM "A Covert Action: Reagan, the CIA, and the Cold War Struggle in Poland" By Seth Jones Tuesday, July 16, 2019 Reception: 6:30 pm | Speaker: 7 pm Price: $10 per person In this gripping narrative history, Seth G. Jones reveals the little-known story of the CIA’s subsequent operations in Poland, which produced a landmark victory for democracy during the Cold War. While the Soviet-backed Polish government worked to crush a budding liberal opposition movement, the CIA began a sophisticated intelligence campaign, code-named QRHELPFUL, that supported dissident groups. The most powerful of these groups was Solidarity, a trade union that swelled to a membership of ten million and became one of the first legitimate anti-Communist opposition movements in Eastern Europe. QRHELPFUL proved vital in establishing a free and democratic Poland. A Covert Action celebrates a decisive victory over tyranny for U.S. intelligence behind the Iron Curtain, one that prefigured the Soviet collapse.
CYBER CLUB Monday, July 8 & Monday, August 12 6 pm | John Paul Jones/Iwo Jima Room Reservations are not required. The Cyber Club provides a forum where members can meet new friends, network with each other and the broader cyber industry, explore employment opportunities, and/or encourage the hiring of transitioning military Club members. The Cyber Club meets once a month for mixers with guided discussions and formal presentations. For more information on how to become a part of the Cyber Club, please email Capt Don Hooper at ANCCyberClub@outlook.com.
NEW MEMBER ORIENTATION Tuesday, July 23, 2019 6-7:30 pm | Ballroom Please call 202-355-0505 for reservations. Orientations are a great way for new members to meet Club staff, other new members, and become familiar with all of the programming the ANC has to offer. The reception begins at 6:00 pm and includes heavy hors d'oeuvres, optional tours, and all the information you'll need to get the most out of your membership. Reservations are required.
LUNCH AND A LECTURE SERIES "Small Boats and Daring Men" with Benjamin Armstrong Friday, July 19, 2019 Lunch: 12:30 pm | Presentation: 1 pm Price: $24++ per person This lunch series will focus on CDR Benjamin Armstrong's new book, "Small Boats and Daring Men: Maritime Raiding, Irregular Warfare, and the Early American Navy," published by the University of Oklahoma Press.
BOOK FORUM "Indianapolis: The True Story of the Worst Sea Disaster in U.S. Naval History and the Fifty-Year Fight to Exonerate an Innocent Man" By Lynn Vincent and Sara Vladic Tuesday, July 30, 2019 Reception: 6:30 pm | Speaker: 7 pm Price: $10 per person For the better part of a century, the story of USS Indianapolis has been understood as a sinking tale. The reality, however, is far more complicated—and compelling. Now, for the first time, thanks to a decade of original research and interviews with 107 survivors and eyewit nesses, Lynn Vincent and Sara Vladic tell the complete story of the ship, her crew, and their final mission to save one of their own. A sweeping saga of survival, sacrifice, justice, and love, Indianapolis stands as both ground-breaking naval history and spellbinding narrative—and brings the ship and her heroic crew back to full, vivid, unforgettable life. It is the definitive account of one of the most remarkable episodes in American history.
FOX CONNER SOCIETY Monday, July 29 & Monday, August 26 6 pm | Daiquiri Lounge Reservations are requested. The Fox Conner Society gathers once a month for drinks, a round table discussion and dinner. It's more than just a book club; the primary focus is building relationships and camaraderie among like-minded professionals. Reservations are requested, please contact COL Thomas Woloszyn, USA (Ret.) at FoxConnerSociety@gmail.com.
PRIME RIB NIGHT Friday, August 23, 2019 Seatings from 6-9 pm $40++ per person (plus 15% gratuity and 10% tax) Please call 202-628-8400 for reservations. Enjoy freshly roasted prime rib served with a twice-baked potato, seasonal vegetables and your choice of a dessert. The regular à la carte menu will also be available.
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EVENTS // CLUB PROGR AMS
THEMED BRUNCHES
French Brunch Sunday, July 14, 2019 Seatings from 10 am to 2 pm $37++ per person (plus 15% gratuity and 10% tax) Please call 202-628-8400 for reservations.
Sunday, August 11, 2019 Seating from 10 am to 2 pm $37++ per person (plus 15% gratuity and 10% tax) Please call 202-628-8400 for reservations.
Celebrate Bastille Day at The Army and Navy Club with a Frenchthemed Brunch!
Taste something new at our Asian inspired Brunch! Enjoy a creative and delicious menu, fusing dishes from across Asia.
Italian Brunch
Mediterranean Brunch
Sunday, July 28, 2019 Seatings from 10 am to 2 pm $37++ per person (plus 15% gratuity and 10% tax) Please call 202-628-8400 for reservations.
Sunday, August 25, 2019 Seating from 10 am to 2 pm $37++ per person (plus 15% gratuity and 10% tax) Please call 202-628-8400 for reservations.
Join us for an authentic Italian Brunch experience at the Club. Be sure to make your reservations early!
Come to The Army and Navy Club for a Mediterranean-inspired Brunch! Enjoy a seasonal menu featuring local ingredients and Mediterranean flair!
Take Happy Hour Up a Level
Rooftop Happy Hour Series Wednesday, August 21 and Wednesday, September 18 6 to 8 pm Army Navy Building Rooftop $24++ per person (plus 15% gratuity and 10% tax) Reservations are required. Please check-in for the event in the Eagle Grill. We are in the midst of our Rooftop Happy Hour Series! Enjoy the warmer weather; complimentary heavy hors d'oeuvres; and happy hour pricing on a selection of wine, beer and specialty cocktails. Please note that the event price includes food. Drinks will be by chit. For reservations, please contact Elizabeth Newcomer at 202-355-0505 or enewcomer@armynavyclub.org. 13 | JULY 2019
CLUB PROGR AMS // EVENTS
Fête Blanche Saturday, July 20, 2019 7-11 pm | Ballroom $65 per person (all inclusive) Price includes heavy hors d’ouevres, wine, beer and specialty cocktails. Dress Code: White Attire Preferred; Jacket Optional. Embrace the theme of the night and wear all white! Join us for an unforgettable evening at the Club, hosted by the Young Members Sub-Committee! The Fête Blanche, or White Party, is inspired by Le Dîner en Blanc, an event that takes place all over the world. Creating an elegant yet vibrant atmosphere, the celebration embraces the glamour of high French society. Come and delight in all things white including themed appetizers, beverages and more! Socialize with your fellow members and dance the night away to music provided by one of DC's premiere entertainers: DJ Bryan George! This inaugural event hosted by the Young Members SubCommittee is not to be missed! For reservations, please contact Elizabeth Newcomer at 202-355-0505 or enewcomer@armynavyclub.org.
KIDS ANNUAL SUMMER EVENT
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WIN IT
Saturday, July 27, 2019 1-3 pm Drop-off location: Eagle Grill $20++ per child ages 8-12 (plus 15% gratuity and 10% tax) The clock is ticking…you’ll only have a minute to win it at the annual Kids Summer Event! Join us for an afternoon full of fast-paced team challenges. Kids will be divided into teams and compete in a series of minute-to-win-it games. There can only be 1 winning team but rest assured – all kiddos will go home feeling like winners with awesome new team t-shirts and fun prizes. The afternoon will include light snacks and a DIY dessert station. The event is open to children ages 8-12. For reservations, please contact Elizabeth Newcomer at 202-355-0505 or enewcomer@armynavyclub.org.
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EVENTS // CLUB PROGR AMS
VISIT
THE INTERNATIONAL SPY MUSEUM Sold out! Sunday, August 4, 2019 Tour starts at 1:30 pm (Please arrive no later than 1 pm) $50 (inclusive) per person Location: 700 L'Enfant Plaza, SW Washington DC 20024 Please call 202-355-0505 to be added to the waitlist. Join fellow members for a private, guided tour of the newly reopened International Spy Museum! Francis Gary Powers, Jr., Founder and Chairman Emeritus of The Cold War Museum and son of the famed U-2 pilot Francis Gary Powers, will lead members through the new exhibits, exploring the extensive collection of espionage related artifacts and interactive experiences. Members are to meet inside the entrance near the James Bond Aston Martin display. The tour will last approximately 2 hours. Due to the nature of the event, reservations will close on Monday, July 15 at 4 pm and members accounts will be charged. Refunds will not be allowed after July 15 at 4 pm.
Dinner and a Show at the Kennedy Center: Aladdin
Friday, August 23, 2019 Dinner at the Club at 5:30 pm | Showtime: 7:30 pm $145 per adult | $118 per child ages 12 & under (Price includes prix fixe dinner at the Club and ticket to the show) Due to the nature of the event, cancellations and refunds will not be allowed after August 16th. Discover a whole new world at Disney’s Aladdin, the hit Broadway musical! From the producer of The Lion King comes the timeless story of Aladdin, a thrilling new production filled with unforgettable beauty, magic, comedy, and breathtaking spectacle. Dinner at the Club will include a delicious 3-course, prix fixe menu. Beverages are not included. Members will be responsible for their own transportation to and from the Kennedy Center. For reservations, please contact Elizabeth Newcomer at 202-355-0505 or enewcomer@armynavyclub.org.
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RECIPROCAL CLUBS // FEATURED CLUB
The Fort Worth Club Spirit of Tradition Located in the "city of cowboys and culture," the prestigious Fort Worth Club is set in the heart of beautiful downtown Fort Worth, which has been recognized as the number one downtown in America for its charming character and friendly ambiance. Established in 1885 by a small group of community leaders looking to advance the business interests of the city, The Fort Worth Club has evolved to become one of the premier social, business and athletic clubs in the world. From lavish boutique guest room accommodations and world-class cuisine, to top-notch athletic club amenities and unique events targeted to families, women, junior members, outdoorsmen and the business professional. Member and guest amenities include: • Convenient downtown parking • State-of-the-art fitness center and fitness classes • Barber Shop • Three dining areas • Event and meeting spaces
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SPOTLIGHT // RECIPROCAL CLUBS
FIVE TOP-R ATED
Reciprocal Clubs
A Wonderful Way to Expand Your Horizons
The Army and Navy Club is pleased to offer members reciprocal privileges at more than 200 of the finest private clubs across the United States and around the world. Prospective reciprocal clubs are brought to our attention by our members and other private club that propose we exchange privileges. The prospective clubs are then brought to the attention of the Membership Committee for review and approval. We abide by an unwritten private club rule that we will not approve a private club within 50 miles of our clubhouse, thus we do not exchange privileges with the Army Navy Country Club in Arlington, Virginia or other city clubs in Washington. The key to success with reciprocal clubs is in the feedback. We enjoy, share and learn from the input our members send us. We urge our members to use and take pleasure in our reciprocal clubs. Please tell us of your recent experience by visiting our Club’s website at www.armynavyclub.org, and leaving us your comments under the Member Reviews page. To make arrangements, members should first contact the reciprocal club they would like to visit to discuss reservation procedures and special needs. Members must next obtain a Letter of Introduction from the reciprocal club. In order to do so, please email reciprocals@armynavyclub.org with your name and member number, the name of the reciprocal club and the dates of your travel. The Letter of Introduction is honored during the dates listed and it is important to remember that clubs will have different reciprocal privileges. It is the policy of most, but not all, reciprocal clubs to obtain payment for visits to their clubs at the time of departure by use of a credit card. When making a reservation, the member should always verify with the reciprocal club the acceptable method of payment. You may download a copy of the most up to date list of U.S. and world clubs by visiting our website at www.armynavyclub.org. ◄
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Things to do in Fort Worth, Texas 1. Fort Worth Stockyards Established in 1866, Fort Worth Stockyards National Historic District owes its fame and unique character to the cattle industry. Located in Fort Worth's National Historic District, the Fort Worth Stockyards offer an authentic glimpse of the American West. Blending past and present. Enjoy uniquely western dining, shopping and entertainment surrounded by the region's rich history. 2. Fort Worth Water Gardens Located in downtown Fort Worth, adjacent to the Convention Center, the Water Gardens are far more than simply a collection of pretty fountains to gaze at. Designed to allow visitors to cool themselves in the flowing water, they are a refreshing contrast to the hot urban landscape of this southern city. 3. Fort Worth Zoo Established in 1909, the Fort Worth Zoo is the only zoo in the U.S. that houses all four species of Great Ape (chimpanzees, gorillas, bonobos, and orangutans). It also has one of the world's most successful flamingo breeding colonies and is one of only five zoos worldwide to have two of the five rhino species. 4. Amon Carter Museum of American Art Established in 1961 to host a collection of artwork by Frederic Remington and Charles M. Russell, the Amon Carter Museum has expanded considerably over the decades to encompass all facets of American art. Today, visitors can see numerous paintings, photos, and sculptures, along with excellent temporary exhibits. 5. Fort Worth Botanic Garden The Fort Worth Botanic Garden is one of the city's most popular tourist attractions. Established in 1934, it is home to 2,500 species of plants laid out in 23 unique gardens, with highlights like the Fragrance Garden, the Rose Garden, and the Rain Forest Conservatory. The Botanic Garden also hosts interesting programs, like adult educational programs and kids' workshops, and has dining on-site with garden-view patio seating.
LIBR ARY TRUST FUND // UPDATE
A Letter from the Library Trust Chairman MG John D. Altenburg, USA (Ret.)
D-Day 75th Anniversary Exhibition May 24 – August 31 in the Eagle Grill
a WWII Navy veteran. The “Normandy Door”, of course, is courtesy of Bill Adair.
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Historic Civil War Stereographs now expanded at the Library Trust Website
lease take the opportunity to visit our D-Day 75th Anniversary exhibition in the Eagle Grill, on view through August. The Western Allies in World War II launched history’s largest amphibious invasion on June 6, 1944, when they assaulted the northern coast of France at Normandy province to begin the successful invasion of German-occupied France. Operation Neptune, commonly known as D-Day, began the liberation of European territories from Nazi control and laid the foundation for the Allied victory on the Western front. To honor the 75th anniversary of D-Day, the Library Trust has mounted a small exhibition of related art, photographs, and artifacts from the Club’s collection, now on view in the bar lounge of the Eagle Grill. This exhibition features the Club’s most recent acquisition, a silk invasion/escape map of France, issued to paratroopers and aircrews flying missions over Europe during the War. Originally commissioned by the British War Office. Also in the exhibit is a copy of Ike’s D-Day Letter, written by Eisenhower to his most senior commanders on the eve of the invasion. The D-Day exhibit includes the return to the Club of Bill Adair’s gilded “Normandy Door” which was part of an Eagle Grill exhibit in 2017. The Normandy Door in one of several in Bill’s “golden doors to infinity” collection and was signed by numerous veterans on the beaches of Normandy in June 2016 when Bill first exhibited it there. Bill encourages members to sign the back of the Normandy Door, especially those with a connection to D-Day. The silk scarf map was donated by Club member Carole Brookins; the Eisenhower letter was donated by member Albert Small,
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ur Director of Collections & Exhibitions, Ari Post, and our webmaster, Ryan King, continue to expand our collection of Civil War Stereographs on our website. Reginald Oakie donated a rare and important collection of original Civil War stereographs to the Library Trust in 1983. The combination of fragile condition, old age, and the wear-and-tear they would inevitably sustain from the handling required to view them properly meant that the collection was not made widely available. Now, thanks to our online collection website, these stereographs are available for members to see for the first time. The first batch of stereographs, roughly 160 in total, were posted to our Collections website in April. Many more have been added to our Collections website. To see them, visit Collections.ArmyNavyClub. org, and click “Special Collections” in the dropdown Collections menu bar. The collection includes approximately 1,200 unique stereographs. We continue scanning and posting the collection. The project now includes 20 webpages of stereographs of Civil War battlefields, headquarters, weapons, portraits, and more. Soon we will also have advanced keyword search functions. You will be able to search specifically for certain battles, landmarks, historical figures, and much more (you can already do that, of course, but you’ll soon be able to use the search functions with the entire collection of 1,200 stereographs!). The Oakie collection contains several stereoscope viewers. Some are in excellent working condition. While we cannot make these publicly available because of their antique condition, any Club member with interest in viewing them
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should contact John Altenburg to set up a private viewing appointment. We’ll discuss more thoroughly in a future “Dispatch” the donor, Reginald Oakie, and a brief “History of Stereographs” that we are researching and writing. Miniature Collections
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he Library Trust collection of miniature Soldiers continues to receive increased attention. They were donated by Club members Colonel Chester Cotter, USA (Ret.) and Captain Conway Zeigler, USN (Ret.). Colonel Cotter donated his extensive collection in 1983. CAPT Tom Fahres (House Committee) worked diligently for several years to rotate the collection in the display case near the Eagle Grill entrance on floor B-1. Captain Zeigler donated his unique collection earlier this year which includes many 18th and 19th century pieces. His collection is in a display case in the Club Library on the third floor. Captain Zeigler’s extensive collection also must be rotated occasionally because of the number of pieces. Library Trust Donations
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ibrary Trust donations are more important than ever. You may have noticed that the Library Trust had several of our most popular portraits conserved by renowned conservationist David Olin when they were temporarily removed for the “Depicting the Invisible” which ended on 3 June. We also had several frames conserved and commissioned a new frame for one of our most valuable pieces, Battle of Manila Bay by Yosai Nobukazu. Donations are important to our ability to continue to improve both the library book collection and the art collection. Please contact John Altenburg (altenburgj@gtlaw. com) for more information. Always know we appreciate your generosity, especially the regular donations through the Club’s invoicing of member accounts. Thanks!!!
COMMANDER JOHN BERNADOU // HISTORY VAULT
Naval Commander John Baptiste Bernadou By James A. McTague, Club Member
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aval Commander John Baptiste Bernadou (1858-1901) ranks as one of the most courageous and intellectually gifted graduates of the U.S. Naval Academy. A product of Philadelphia's French quarter, Bernadou was a polyglot, a polymath and a fearless warrior. His heroic exploits during the Spanish-American War in 1898 and his discovery of a formula for smokeless powder in 1897 while assigned to the Naval Torpedo Station in Newport, Rhode Island won him international acclaim. A destroyer, the USS Bernadou, was commissioned in his honor in 1918 and won five battle stars during WWII. The ship was decommissioned and scrapped in 1945. When Bernadou joined The Army and Navy Club in 1896, he was best known for his work as a Naval attaché assigned to a National Geographic expedition of Korea in 1884-1885. His 156 prints, ceramics and utensils from a trek through the "Hermit Kingdom" constitute one of the Smithsonian's most treasured collections. During his Korean assignment, Bernadou was honored by the Japanese government for escorting a group of its citizens to safety during a violent coup. He later described his adventure in an article for National Geographic Magazine and in some lectures. Bernadou was commander of the USS Winslow, a sleek, 161-foot, torpedo boat he shepherded through construction and sea trials, when the U.S. declared war on Spain in 1898. The boat had a 16foot beam and a draft of five-feet, nine inches. A 2,000-horsepower steam engine driving twin screws gave the Winslow a top speed of 25 knots. Armament consisted of three, one-pound guns and three torpedo tubes. Bernadou executed orders to engage in close action against three Spanish gunboats and formidable shore batteries during the second Battle of Cardenas, Cuba in May, 1898. The defensive batteries were deadly accurate. The Winslow and its 20 officers and sailors, took 20 direct hits from stem to stern in one hour and 20 minutes. The first hit crippled its engine and manual steering. The Revenue Service cutter USS Hudson eventually towed the badly mauled Winslow out of artillery range. Four other American ships in the squadron knocked one of the Spanish ships out of action.
Five of the Winslow's crew died and four were wounded in the furious action. Bernadou took a heavy piece of shrapnel in his thigh. Among the dead was Ensign Worth Bagley, the only American Naval officer killed in action during the war. The Navy advanced Bernadou ten steps in seniority for his heroism in fighting the crippled torpedo boat; and his Chief Gunners Mate George Brady was awarded the Medal of Honor for keeping the battered Winslow afloat during the harrowing engagement. Because the Revenue Service was a branch of the U.S. Treasury, as is its successor, the U.S. Coast Guard, the Hudson's crew was ineligible for military medals. At the urging of President William McKinley, Congress struck the "Cardenas Medal," citing the Hudson for gallantry in action. A painting of the dramatic rescue is on the wall of the Daiquiri Lounge, by the bar. Records of Bernadou's adolescent life are scarce. President Ulysses S. Grant named him an at-large appointee to the U.S. Naval Academy in 1876. Bernadou's father was an influential Philadelphia merchant and a founder of the city's Union League, which supported Abraham Lincoln during the Civil War. Bernadou graduated fifth in the Annapolis class of 1880. He had a strong grade in organic chemistry and was a top marksman. He also had a reputation for fearlessness, which he demonstrated in 1891 aboard the USS Kearsarge. While at anchor in rough water at Hampton Roads, a seaman fell from a rope ladder into the water and was swept away. One of his mates dived in to save the drowning man. The first man nearly drowned his would-be savior. When his rescuer broke away, the first man disappeared under the waves. In the meantime, Bernadou dove from the ship and rescued the would-be rescuer. Bernadou translated naval works from Russian, German, French, Swedish and other languages. After the Spanish-American War, he was appointed Naval attaché to the American embassy in Rome and then to our embassy in Vienna. He became ill from his old war wound while on active duty overseas and died in the Brooklyn Naval hospital on October 2, 1908, six weeks shy of his 50th birthday. Commander Bernadou was buried with full honors at Arlington National Cemetery. A battalion of Marines and the Marine Corps Band lead the funeral procession. A squad of "Blue Jackets" accompanied the coffin. The sunset cannon sounded from Fort Myers as the procession entered the cemetery. His wife, Florence Whiting Bernadou, the daughter of Commodore William Danforth Whiting, lies with him. ◄
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THE DISPATCH The Army and Navy Club 901 Seventeenth Street, NW Washington, DC 20006-2503
Sunday Champagne Brunch Seatings from 10 am to 2 pm $37++ per person (plus $15% gratuity and 10% tax) Please call 202-628-8400 for reservations. Join us for our celebrated Sunday Champagne Brunch with unlimited mimosas! Each week our Chef creates a menu to feature DC's best and freshest ingredients, giving our members and guests one more reason to visit often.