Author: Mike Eggleston
Father Kelley Division Calendar – Pete Hawkins
Date Event Lead Remarks June 5 Wine & Beer Tasting; Winery at Sunshine Ridge Farm; 2-5:00 pm Bill Yochem Social 6 Fr. Kelley Sponsored Golf Tournament; Prince William Country Club 8:00am Vince Fundraiser…
The Fighting Irish in World War I – Mike Eggleston
General John J. Pershing was the commander of American Forces in France during World War I and as such was required to make recommendations for Medal of Honor awards. Pershing was handed the record of Daniel Joseph Daly. Among other…
Minutes of the May 9, 2022 Meeting – Mike Eggleston
Highlights of the Meeting: Changes to the calendar including the addition of new events were discussed. Our participation in the National Convention in July, including our vote and expenses, were addressed. Participation in the Division picnic and the June Golf…
Veterans Report – Douglas Morrison
National: NSTR State: Governor Youngkin $5 billion tax package, the veterans retirment proposal depends on a measure that continues to elude Richmond: the 2022-24 state budget, on which the House of Delegates, Virginia Senate and governor have yet to agree….
President’s Report – Patrick Sullivan
On Saturday, 7 May, the VA State meeting was hosted by Col. Thomas J. Cunningham division at VFW post 1177 in Leesburg VA. A few points I wish to make about the meeting: There will be another zoom meeting tonight…
Title 42 Expulsion at the Border – Rick Ring
President Biden is coming under fire for his administration’s decision to end a Trump-era policy that expels migrants from the United States’ borders to avoid the spread of COVID-19. The Centers for Disease Control and Protection announced in April that they are…
Treasurer Report – Rick Ring
Budget Balance For April2022 $21,827.40 April 2022 Deposits (INCOME) = $120.00 April 2022 EXPENSES = $0.00 Ending Monthly Budget Balance For April 2022 = $21,947.40 Uncashed Checks as of: 3 Janjuary 2022 Check # Check Item Check…
The Irish Brigade at Gettysburg – Mike Eggleston
The Irish Brigade like many other Union army units hurried north to meet Lee’s army at Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. The Irish arrived on the second day of the battle and were positioned on Cemetery Ridge on the south end of the…
Minutes of the April 11 Division Meeting – Mike Eggleston
11 April 2022 Minutes Highlights of the Meeting: The 7 May AOH State Meeting/Tower Degree ceremony were discussed. Changes to the calendar including the addition of new events were discussed. A new member, Tim Hourigan was admitted to the Father…
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