SALUTE TO THE OREGON MILITARY
Celebrating the Spirit of 1945 Friday, August 14, 2015
Camp Withycombe • Clackamas, Oregon
Welcome
Welcome to the 2015
Salute To The Oregon Military in honor of the Brigadier General James B. Thayer Oregon Military Museum. We are honored to be a part of this amazing project. We are looking forward to seeing all the hard work, dedication and contributions come to fruition. It’s not just a museum to commemorate Oregon’s rich military history; it is also a beautiful facility to celebrate the individual stories and personal journeys of Oregon’s finest. The Brigadier General James B. Thayer Oregon Military Museum will be a destination for Oregonians, as well as visitors from around the world. We want to personally thank each and every one of you for taking part in the future success of this amazing project. It’s with the support of individuals such as yourselves, and with the same spirit of volunteerism and selflessness of our past, present, and future service members, that the Brigadier General James B. Thayer Oregon Military Museum will stand as a legacy to all Oregonians who served. Thank you. Sincerely, Kate Brown, Oregon Governor
Daniel R. Hokanson, Major General The Adjutant General
Honorary Co-Chairs
Governor Ted Kulongoski
Governor Victor Atiyeh
Former Oregon Governor Ted Kulongoski is a passionate supporter of Oregon Veterans. During his eight years as Governor, he attended almost every mobilization and demobilization ceremony for Oregon National Guardsmen and comforted families and friends at nearly every funeral of those who did not make it home. A former Marine, Kulongoski has the heart of a Veteran. During his time as Governor, from 2003 to 2011, he became known as the “soldier’s Governor,” supporting legislation to help Veterans readjust to civilian life and find jobs. In 2012, Kulongoski joined the faculty at Portland State University in the school’s Mark O. Hatfield School of Government. Governor Vic Atiyeh was a true friend to Oregon’s military. His resolute dedication as Honorary Co-chair of the Oregon Military Museum campaign and his continued support of Oregon’s military veterans will always be appreciated. “We salute you and miss you.” —The Historical Outreach Foundation and Oregon’s military community. HHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH
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Friday, August 14, 2015 6:00 pm • Cocktail Reception and Silent Auction 7:30 pm • Welcome by Alisha Hamel, HOF Executive Director • Hall of Valor Presentation 8:00 pm • Dinner Served 8:30 pm • Live Auction 9:00 pm • Special Appeal Video • Key Note Speaker— Mr. Raymond “Fred” Rees, Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Army, Training, Readiness, and Mobilization • Check Presentation 9:30 pm • Dancing to the Dr. T Band 1940’s music 11:00 pm • Event Concludes
Lead Donors
The Oregon Military Museum The new $14.6 million Brigadier General James B. Thayer Oregon Military Museum will honor the men and women who have served our state and nation in our armed forces, providing a comprehensive educational resource for preserving and sharing our rich military history. We must commemorate our state and nation’s military legacy, so future generations are enlightened and inspired by understanding the bravery and sacrifices of our past.
Site Plan
Oregon Military Museum Project Site Renderings
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Becoming a World-Class Museum The Oregon Military Museum at Camp Withycombe in Clackamas, Oregon will include more than 20,000 sq ft of exhibit space. The adjoining outdoor Park and Honor Gardens will enhance the visitor experience with additional historical buildings and displays. Visitors will experience a renewed respect for the values associated with military service: duty, honor, selfless service, endurance and valor. They will gain insight into the meaning of “freedom isn’t free.” Many will share and express connections to the past, including their own family’s history. The Museum’s state-of-the-art exhibits will span history from the early Native Americans, to the first Oregon Militia in 1843, to our present day warriors in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Aerial View of Oregon Military Park
View of Museum Entry
View of Honor Gardens
View of Tracks and Treads
Significant and Unique Collections The Museum has built significant and unique collections that document the role of Oregon’s military contributions and historical accomplishments at state, national and world levels. The outstanding multi-million dollar collection contains more than 14,500 artifacts. Some are one-of-a-kind and cannot be seen anywhere else in the world. The library collection houses more than 30,000 library volumes and 750 cubic feet of archives dating back to the 1860s. The Museum design team is headed by world-renowned design architect Don Stastny and the highly decorated architectural design firm THA. The Oregon Military Museum capital campaign has currently secured $6.5 million towards our $14.6 million project goal.
Oregon Military Museum Floor Plan
View of Lobby - looking toward the Gift Shop
The Great Hall - looking toward the Reflecting Pool
View through the Hall of Valor
View of Honor Garden from within the Hall of Valor
View of Museum Gift Shop
View of Small Exhibit Hall with Artifact Exhibits
Main Exhibit Hall - Artifact Exhibits
View of Main Exhibit Hall
Retired Brigadier General James B. Thayer
Loyalty
The new museum will be named in honor of Retired Brigadier General James B. Thayer, one of Oregon’s finest military and civic leaders. James Thayer joined the U.S. Army in 1942 as a young man, earning the prestigious Silver and Bronze Stars for his combat heroics in Europe during World War II. Second Lieutenant Thayer’s anti-tank mine platoon discovered and liberated a Nazi death camp, Gunskirchen Lager, near Wels, Austria, saving the lives of over 15,000 Hungarian Jewish refugees.
Brigadier General James B. Thayer
“General Thayer’s story is just one of many stories that will be told through the Oregon Military Museum. Preserving these valuable stories and artifacts is our honor and our responsibility” —Victor G. Atiyeh, Governor of Oregon (1979-1987) —Theodore R. Kulongoski, Governor of Oregon (2003-2011)
Capital Campaign Oregon Military Museum Budget The Brigadier General James B. Thayer Oregon Military Museum will open following a successful capital campaign. The Museum will be a regional attraction that will bring in visitors from around the world, and teach our students and public about Oregon’s military history. Project Budget Main Building Exterior Exhibits Capital Campaign Expenses
$6.4 million $2 million $5.2 million $1 million Total: $14.6 million
By supporting the Brigadier General James B. Thayer Oregon Military Museum with a tax-deductible donation, your support will help us become the world-class museum that illuminates Oregon’s military history and inspires respect for those who serve our country. Join us in a commitment to keep history alive and give tribute to our military heritage. Please contact us for options for planned giving, sustained giving and other charitable support. All Museum contributions should be made payable to the Historical Outreach Foundation Museum Fund. Historical Outreach Foundation Oregon Military Museum Fund P.O. Box 1822 Clackamas, OR 97015
www.historicaloutreach.com Tax ID#: 27-0716350 503.683.6161
The Historical Outreach Foundation is a qualifying Oregon Cultural Trust organization.
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Commemorative Naming Opportunities
Honor
The $14.6 million capital campaign offers unique naming opportunities for Legacy Gifts of $20,000 to $1,000,000. Making a Legacy Gift offers an extraordinary opportunity to give back to our community while honoring a unique individual, family, company, or organization. Your gift will inspire others to give more generously and will affirm the Brigadier General James B. Thayer Oregon Military Museum’s value to Oregon and the region.
EXTERIOR NAMING OPPORTUNITIES Oregon Military Heritage Park $1,000,000 Tracks and Treads Vehicle Display $ 500,000 Honor Garden $ 250,000 INTERIOR NAMING OPPORTUNITIES Main Exhibition Hall Weapons Gallery Library and Archives Gallery Entryway/Foyer Welcome/Reception Area Exhibit Prep Area Volunteer/Kitchen Area Interactive Exhibit Station (5)
$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $
500,000 500,000 300,000 300,000 100,000 50,000 25,000 25,000 20,000 each
Please inquire if you have a special request. Ask about our newest naming opportunities! ARTIFACT PRESERVATION $ 350,000 total North Wing (Admin Wing) South Wing (Admin Wing) Artifact Preservation Room I Artifact Preservation Room II Artifact Preservation Room III
$ $ $ $ $
75,000 75,000 50,000 50,000 25,000
INDIVIDUAL EXHIBITION AREA CONCEPTS $ 75,000 each • Our Roots—From Indian Wars and Citizen Warriors to the Oregon National Guard • First Overseas Service Interlude Between the Spanish- American War and World War I • Doughboys—Mexican Border Service and World War I • Interlude—The Interwar Years from 1919 to 1939 • A World at War—1939 to 1945 • Interlude—The Postwar Period • The Motor Pool • Korea • Vietnam • Cold War • In Our Time—1990s to Present Day • We Are Family • The Guard Today • Futures Exhibit
Special Guests Mr. Raymond “Fred” Rees is Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Army for Training, Readiness and Mobilization. He is a retired United States Army Major General who served as the Adjutant General of Oregon and was Director of the Army National Guard and acting Chief of the National Guard Bureau. Tommy Thayer is lead guitarist of the legendary rock group KISS. Born in Portland and raised in Beaverton, Tommy graduated from Sunset High School and had lived his passion for music and guitar ever since. Tommy is on the board of Trustees at Pacific University, hosting its annual Legends fundraising event, bringing in over $3 million over the last eight years. Leonard DeWitt joined the Oregon National Guard in Bend, Oregon in 1939. He received the Distinguished Service Cross for an enemy encounter on July 28, 1943 during the Salamaua campaign. As part of I Company, 162nd Infantry Regiment of the 41st Infantry Division, he was assigned to hold a ridge that night. During the night, the Japanese attacked the ridge, and the men in the foxholes facing the Japanese had to leave their foxholes leaving Leonard to face them alone. He held them off and received a citation for a Medal of Honor which was downgraded by General MacArthur to a DSC. He retired as a Lt. Col. and continued his civilian life in Bend in Real Estate. He is married to Joanne and lives in McMinnville. HHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH
SPECIAL GUESTS CONTINUED...
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
AL DANIEL B. O’HOLLAREN
rd Assistant to the Commander, Air Force Materiel
O’Hollaren is the Air National Guard Assistant to the Commander, Air Force Materiel ity, he advises the Commander on all policies and programs of mutual concern between traditional Guardsman.
commission in 1973 upon graduation from the United States Air Force Academy. He e navigator training in April 1974, followed by upgrade training in the RF-4C Phantom II South Carolina. In November 1974 he received his first operational assignment as er in the 15th Tactical Reconnaissance Squadron, Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan. He nce flying training missions in the Philippines, South Korea, Taiwan and Japan. In operational sorties in support of a Joint Chief of Staff-directed reconnaissance mission o Osan Air Base, Korea. General O’Hollaren returned to Shaw Air Force Base in May SO. During this tour he deployed to Great Britain in support of an operational flying sorties in the European theater with forces of the RAF. He was released from oined the Oregon Air National Guard in 1980, flying first the F-101 Voodoo then the F4-C ransferred to the Medical Corps as the 142nd Fighter Wing Bioenvironmental Engineer. as the Commander of the 142nd Medical Squadron. In 2002 he transferred to the state s and was selected as Director of Support. In 2003 he was appointed the Assistant
Dennis Bassler is the Portland Division President at Albertsons - Safeway and began his nearly 40-year career in the grocery business while working at Fazios in California. Following Fazios’ acquisition by Albertsons, Dennis reached Store Director with promotions to Director of Operations and Marketing in both the Colorado and Texas divisions. Following that he served 16 years as a District Manager in the Southern California division and held positions of successive responsibility until 2010, when he was asked to serve as the Area VP of the Central Coast district. In 2013, he was promoted to Albertsons Portland Division President and remained in the position through the Albertsons Safeway merger earlier this year. Major General (Retired) Daniel B. O’Hollaren is the former commander, Oregon Air National Guard and, most recently, the Air National Guard Assistant to the Commander, Air Force Materiel Command. His decorations include the Air Force Distinguished Service Medal, Legion of Merit, Meritorious Service Medal (with Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster), Combat Readiness Medal (with 2 Bronze Oak Leaf Clusters) and The Oregon Distinguished Service Award. He also serves as the President of the Military Museum Support Council at the Brigadier General James B. Thayer Oregon Military Museum. Stan Brock is the KOIN 6 Sports Anchor. He played professionally for the New Orleans Saints and the San Diego Chargers. Stan continues his charity involvement in the Portland community and across the nation in many different organizations. He is also the Founder of the Black and Gold Classic, a non-profit fishing and sporting clay event that benefits the Green Beret Foundation and the Navy Seals Foundation.
OREGON MILITARY MUSEUM HALL OF VALOR
Tonight we honor and induct two World War II Veterans. DAVID KINGSLEY recipient of THE MEDAL OF HONOR Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army Air Corps, 97th Bombardment Group, 15th Air Force On 23 June, 1944 near Ploesti, Rumania, Kingsley was the bombardier of a severely flak-damaged B17. Despite having dropped out of formation the B17 stayed on course and Kingsley successfully bombed the target. While flying home, Kingsley’s B17 was attacked by 11 ME-109 fighters that severely wounded the tail gunner and ball turret gunner. Kingsley successfully bandaged them saving their lives. After the attack, the B17’s pilot gave the order to bail out. Kingsley immediately assisted his wounded crewmen in putting on their parachutes and exiting the plane, but the tail gunner’s harness had gone missing in the bundle of clothes removed from the wounded men prior to bandaging. At this moment, Kingsley unhesitatingly removed his own parachute harness and adjusted it to the wounded tail gunner. When the crew bailed out, Kingsley was last seen standing on the bomb bay catwalk. His body was later found in the wreckage. Kingsley was directly responsible for saving the life of the wounded gunner and awarded the Medal of Honor.
MARION E. CARL recipient of THE NAVY CROSS WITH GOLD STAR Major General Marion E. Carl, the Marine Corps’ first air ace, led an impressive career with over 35 years’ service. Carl was a veteran of World War II, Korea, and Vietnam. In World War II, Carl scored 18 kills, and led a Marine fighter squadron in the Battle of Midway. In an aerial battle over Guadalcanal, Carl was shot down and bailed out into the ocean. He was saved by friendly natives, who got him back to his unit. After the war, Carl became a test pilot and was the first Marine helicopter pilot, set a world speed record, and set an unofficial world altitude record. Carl also commanded the first Marine fighter jet unit, and created the first jet aerobatic team. In Vietnam, Carl commanded Task Force 79, and was Assistant Wing Commander of the 1st Marine Aircraft Wing. General Carl’s list of decorations included: the Navy Cross with gold star; the Legion of Merit with Combat “V” and gold star; and the Distinguished Flying Cross with four gold stars. He was tragically killed on 28 June, 1998 during a robbery at his home in Roseburg, Oregon.
OREGON MILITARY MUSEUM HALL OF VALOR
Past Inductees 2012 HONORING WWII VETERANS ERLING E. JACOBSEN recipient of THE NAVY CROSS
ROBERT D. MAXWELL recipient of THE CONGRESSIONAL MEDAL OF HONOR
LEONARD DEWITT recipient of THE DISTINGUISHED SERVICE CROSS
2013 HONORING KOREAN WAR VETERANS LOREN R. KAUFMAN recipient of THE CONGRESSIONAL MEDAL OF HONOR
MINEO INUZUKA recipient of THE DISTINGUISHED SERVICE CROSS
HERBERT B. POWELL recipient of THE DISTINGUISHED SERVICE CROSS
KENNETH L. REUSSER recipient of THE NAVY CROSS
2014 HONORING VIETNAM WAR VETERANS CHARLES L. DEIBERT recipient of THE DISTINGUISHED SERVICE CROSS
LARRY GILBERT DAHL recipient of THE CONGRESSIONAL MEDAL OF HONOR
JOHN NOBLE HOLCOMB recipient of THE CONGRESSIONAL MEDAL OF HONOR
Live Auction Items #1. THE PEAK OF ELEGANCE Two couples can enjoy a stay for two nights in a lovely condo in the Lodge at Government Camp in the center of Government Camp on Mt. Hood. Package Includes: • A “Welcome” bottle of wine • Gift Certificate for $200 toward a fabulous dinner in the famous Cascade Dining Room at Timberline • Tour the wine cellar at Timberline Lodge • Use of the pool at Timberline Lodge
No smoking, no pets Estimated Value: $1,000 Donated By: Tom and Fiona Milligan, Timberline Lodge
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#2. ULTIMATE PORTLAND TIMBERS CLUB EXPERIENCE Package Includes: • Four (4) CLUB Level Tickets • Dinner for four in the KeyBank Club* • Game Ball Signed by the team • Two signed team jerseys
*The 5,500 sq. ft. KeyBank CLUB features a sit-down restaurant that includes a full-service bar, an exclusive concession area and two exclusive covered outdoor decks. All CLUB seat holders have access to the KeyBank Lounge, the Lower Deck, the Mezzanine Deck and enjoy in-seat complimentary food. Finish your night with a final touch of hospitality as the KeyBank Club offers complimentary Stumptown coffee and VooDoo donuts after the game! Estimated Value: $1,500 Donated By: Alisha and Ed Hamel, Portland Timbers
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#3. UNPLUGGED AT THE CAPES The Capes is centered between the charming towns of Oceanside and Netarts. The views are stunning and avid beach people find this location a delightful discovery. This townhome sleeps six and is the perfect place to unwind, unplug and reconnect for 6 days. It has amazing unobstructed views from a two level deck and a wall of windows in the open living area with a woodburning fireplace and is nestled in a secluded gated community. It has 2 master bedrooms each with their own ensuite, a third bathroom and a super loft area with bunk beds. Nearby are great fishing rivers that flow into the Tillamook River where crabbing is a favorite pastime. For the outdoors people in your group, enjoy spectacular hikes such as Cape Lookout and Cape Meares. Or if golf is your thing, Alderbrook Golf Course is close. But if relaxing is your thing, bring some books, dvds and games and settle in for a great getaway. Package Includes: • Six nights for six people at The Capes townhome Estimated Value: $1,500 Donated By: Terry Emmert, Emmert Development
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#4. ESCAPE TO CABO SAN LUCAS Enjoy 7 days and nights at the beautiful Hacienda del Mar in a Master Suite. Located just six miles north of downtown Cabo San Lucas, the oceanfront complex has the feel of a Mexican Colonial Hacienda combined with the Mediterranean touches. The colonial, oceanfront village offers the finest luxury accommodations and services. From the sapphire blue waters of the Sea of Cortez, Hacienda del Mar possesses all the special touches you expect from a world class resort including state-of-the-art gym, modern European-style spa, convenience store. The resort boasts 5 swimming pools, 6 restaurants and a world-class tequila bar. There is also an on-site concierge service to assist you in any excursions you may want to enjoy including: sunset cruises around the famous arch, diving trips, restaurant reservations in Cabo or San Jose, horseback riding on the beach, zipline tours and lots more. Your Master Suite is a one bedroom suite, with two queen beds, 2 bathrooms, Jacuzzi, full kitchen, living and dining area with a sofa bed. The balcony overlooks the gardens or has an oceanview (if available). For the golfer, one of the world’s top 100 golf courses, Cabo del Sol, is located adjacent to the property. Package Includes: • 7 days at the Hacienda del Mar in a Master Suite (sleeps 6) Expires August 2016 Estimated Value: $2,450 Donated By: Melanie Vogelpohl-Word
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#5. OREGON SALUTE TO THE MILITARY SPECIAL APPEAL The new $14.6 million Brigadier General James B. Thayer Oregon Military Museum will honor the men and women who have served our state and nation in our armed forces, providing a comprehensive educational resource for preserving and sharing our rich military history. Our courageous soldiers’ stories, the legendary events and the artifacts must be properly enshrined for future generations to learn how and why the Oregon Military has so uniquely impacted state, national and world history. Be as generous as you can. Tonight’s paddle raise will honor the legacy of these great men and women.
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#6. GET AWAY TO CORTONA ITALY Make your escape from everyday life to the CASA PONTORMO. This enchanting 2 bedroom, 2½ bath home embodies traditional Tuscan style to the highest degree, which creates a spacious welcoming atmosphere. The street entrance leads directly into the open plan kitchen, living and dining room. The next floor has another cozy living room, master bedroom with full en suite. The last floor has a bedroom with two twin beds and it’s own en suite. Casa Pontormo has free internet, TV, air conditioning in one bedroom and a washing machine. Casa Pontormo is close to downtown Cortona* made famous a few years ago by the book/movie “Under the Tuscan Sun”. It is a magical 3,000 year old Etruscan hill-town conveniently situated on the main rail line and also the main Autostrada between Florence and Rome. The owners of the home provide a “concierge service” for their guests to ensure a unique experience not normally available to tourists. They have even prepared a “Insider Tips to Cortona” booklet to give you valuable information regarding travel to Italy and information on Cortona, including favorite restaurants, cafes, shops, food stores, etc. *Cortona is an ancient, walled hill-town with many stairs, steep streets and limited driving/parking with no elevators or handicap accommodations. Please be advised of this if you have mobility issues of any sort. Package Includes: • Seven nights stay in Cortona, Italy at Casa Pontormo. Sleeps 4. • Available Saturday to Saturday. Expires August 14, 2017 Estimated Value: $3,500 Donated By: Sojourn Ventures, Historical Outreach Foundation
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#7. EXPLORE THE RIVERS OF OREGON This is your opportunity to experience three different rivers in Oregon, three different ways. First, go sightseeing and take a jet boat tour on the Lower Deschutes River in The Dalles for up to 6 people. Second, enjoy a Whitewater or scenic raft trip on the North Fork of the Santiam River (class I-III whitewater). This 3 hour raft trip, for up to 12 people, is family-friendly, quintessential Oregon experience learning about the Santiam Canyon’s logging industry and its monumental conservation story. World class guides and all equipment is included. Trip meets in Mill City. Third, you will be taken on an all-inclusive guided salmon fishing trip for 2 on the Columbia or Willamette River, depending on where the salmon are running. All your gear and lunch is included…. just bring your fishing license. Package Includes: • Jet Boat tour for 6 on the Lower Deschutes • Rafting for 12 on the NF Santiam River • Guided Salmon Fishing trip for 2 on the Columbia or Willamette River Estimated Value: $1,700 Donated By: Grant Putnam Outdoor Adventures, Sam Drevo Northwest River Guides, Todd Sloan
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#8. LET ‘ER BUCK AT THE 2015 PENDLETON ROUND-UP You and a guest will attend the World Famous Pendleton RoundUp as the Rodeo’s Special Guest. Enjoy a behind the scenes tour and become part of the Rodeo family. Tickets to the Pendleton Round-Up Museum and Happy Canyon complete your Rodeo experience! After a day in the sun, enjoy dinner for 4 and a bottle of wine at Virgil’s at Cimmiyotti’s. Following a fun day and a delicious meal, retire to your room at the Red Lion Hotel. One of the key sponsors of the Round-Up, Pendleton Whisky, has donated a hard to find bottle of 20 year-old Pendleton Director’s Reserve made for the 100th Anniversary of the Round-Up. Package Includes: • 2 tickets for Pendleton Round-Up on Sept. 17, 2015 • 2 tickets for Happy Canyon • 2 tickets for Pendleton Round-Up Museum • Dinner and a bottle of wine at Virgil’s at Cimmiyotti’s • One night at the Red Lion Hotel • 20-year old Pendleton Director’s Reserve Whisky Estimated Value: $1,200 Donated By: Pendleton Round-Up, Red Lion Hotel, Virgil’s at Cimmiyotti’s, Hood River Distillers (Ron and Linne Dodge)
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#9. EXCLUSIVE MILITARY EXPERIENCE You will have the unique and rare opportunity to experience a choice selection of WWII vehicles, military arms and equipment as well as behind-the-scenes tours of premier military and museum facilities. Package Includes: • Ride on a 1942 WWII M3A1 Stuart Light Tank. You and a guest will experience the sights and sounds tank crewman endured in the North African desert in infamous battles such as Torbruk or El Alemain. • Ride in a restored WWII DUKW amphibious vehicle on the Willamette River. • Take an exclusive and private tour of the Gun Vault housing over 750 functioning firearms from more than 35 nations at the BG James B. Thayer Oregon Military Museum, hosted by museum curator Tracy Thoennes. • Tour the Museum’s Restoration Shop and see how they restore vintage war relics back to life. • Tour the National Guard’s Premier Maintenance Facility seeing how the National Guard repairs and maintains their current equipment. • Participate in a WWII machine gun shoot. Experience a Thompson SMG 1928 model with a 50rd drum magazine, a Browning .30-06 belt fed on a tripod, and M3 Grease Gun and a Class 3 full-auto Browning automatic rifle. Restrictions: Due to construction, the Museum and Gun Vault tour needs to take place at a mutually agreed upon date. Donated by: Steve Greenberg, Tracy Thoennes, David Stratham, Rick Larson, Jim Alexander Estimated Value: Priceless
Special Thanks Albertsons - Safeway As Good as it Gets Catering Mike Ashland Lisa Austin Diana Boaglio, Global Images Board of Directors, Historical Outreach Foundation Cheryl’s on 12th Dr. T Band Sam Drevo, Northwest River Guides, LLC Eagle Landing Golf Course Edie Felix Terry W. Emmert Event Savvy Vicki Fisher Formations, Inc. Jerry Ghiglieri Grant’s Outdoor Adventures GreenLight Creative Steve Greenberg Alisha & Ed Hamel Haute Flowers Hood River Distillers Gary Lewis Jill McGinnis Amy Maxwell Meyer Projection Joe Micallef Tom and Fiona Milligan Oregon Military Department Oregon Military Museum
Oregon National Guard Oregon Trail Korean War Veterans Association, Chapter 72 Packouz Jewelers Pendleton Round-Up and Happy Canyon Pete’s Mountain Vineyard & Winery Peter Corvallis Productions Portland Thunder Portland Timbers Dan Pred Video Media Red Lion Hotel Mr. Raymond “Fred” Rees Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Army Training, Readiness, and Mobilization Rogue Brewery Paul Rutz Samuel S. Johnson Foundation Todd Sloan Kristin Smith Stafford Boutique Stoller Family Estates Jim Thayer John Thayer and J. Thayer Company Mike & Kristy Thayer Tracy Thoennes Timberline Lodge Virgil’s at Cimmiyotti’s Melanie Vogelpohl Wager Audio Christopher Wagner Ramsey Zawideh
Historical Outreach Foundation Leadership Board Brig Gen (Ret) Ray C. Byrne, Jr., President, U.S. Army Veteran Col (Ret) Donald F. Bond, Vice President, U.S. Army Veteran Jerry Lorang, Secretary, U.S. Army Veteran Scott R. Thompson, Treasurer, Verde Homes / PSU Professor Vicki Fisher, Revenue Chair, U.S. Navy Veteran Laura Gonzales, Marketing Chair, Raven Marketing, Owner Zach R. Davidson, Education Chair Meredith Williamson, J.D., Veterans’ Legacies Project Chair, Northwest Estate Law Mike Allegre, ODVA Public Affairs, U.S. Air National Guard Veteran Tommy Thayer, KISS Lead Guitarist Advisors Ted Kulongoski, Oregon’s 36th Governor (’03 –’11) Maj Gen (Ret) R. Fred Rees, Oregon’s Adjutant General, (’87-’91; ’94-’99; ’05-’12) Maj Gen (Ret) Dan O’Hollaren, Military Museum Support Council Brig Gen (Ret) James B. Thayer, Civilian Aide to the Secretary of the Army, Emeritus Andy Demko, Oregon Council for Social Studies Lou Jaffe, U.S. Army Veteran Gary Mortensen, Stoller Family Estates Tracy Thoennes, Curator Bob Tom, Grand Ronde Staff Alisha Hamel, Executive Director David Warden, Director of Development Jonathan Sanford, Veterans’ Legacies Project, Director Jerry Glesmann, Museum Exhibit’s Manager and Volunteer Coordinator Louis Miller, III, Executive Assistant and Research Coordinator Rachael Mortensen, Public Relations Ian Hamel and Cara Weiler, Summer Interns Event Planning Committee Amy Maxwell, Event Coordinator Kristin Smith, Event Savvy, Assistant Event Coordinator Lisa Austin, Event Savvy, Registration Coordinator Grant Putnam, Auctioneer Melanie Vogelpohl, Auction Coordinator Tom Milligan, Committee Member
Historical Outreach Foundation P.O. Box 1822 • Clackamas, OR 97015 www.historicaloutreach.com • 503.683.6161