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Chapter 78 SENTINEL — the Newsletter of the Quiet Professional

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Chapter VP James McLanahan visited Babé Farms in Santa Maria on Saturday. A donor for our MOH Luncheon, Jeff Lundberg, President and CEO of Babé Farms, gave a tour to 11 members of the Mojave Afghan community. James expressed appreciation for the farm's support of the chapter, presenting Jeff with a Chapter 78 challenge coin. Thanks so much to Babé Farms for their support! @babe_farms #supportafghanrefugees #familyfarm #cagrown
56 years ago FOB 4 was attacked. Included in those lost on that day were 15 GB's. Chapter member Steve Bric's brother PFC William Bric was one of the 16. This url will take you to the story about that day. https://www.specialforces78.com/16-sf-kias-august-23-1968-nva-through-the-wire-fob-4-ccn-2/
From last Saturday's chapter meeting—as he shared this with the group, Dick Thompson almost looks like he's contemplating that moment in 1968... @hps_ceo @jstrykermeyer
There was a packed room for Chapter 78's meeting on August 17, which was fantastic. 1) Henry L. (Dick) Thompson, Ph.D., President and CEO of High Performing Systems Inc. He is the author of many books, including his two newest publications, "SOG Codename Dynamite" books 1 and 2. His presentation covered his career with MACV-SOG, into which he wove ARSENAL best practices and other tools for maintaining effectiveness under negative stress. Dick just recently joined our chapter, so his visit was an opportunity to meet chapter members. 2) We enjoyed a visit from former chapter president John Stryker Meyer, AKA Tilt, shown signing a stack of his books. 3) Dr. Bob Reed gave us an update on the progress of the planned memorial for MG John (Jack) Singlaub. The news was very positive, with a city lot (in Singlaub's birthplace, Independence, CA) having been donated and funding help coming from SOA. Purchase signed copies of Dick Thompson's books at http://www.hpsys.com/SOGCD.html. @hps_ceo @jstrykermeyer #inyocounty #soa
At our July chapter meeting, celebrating SF Original Richard Simonian's 92nd birthday. The group shared a beautiful and equally delicious cake supplied by Arin Brandenburg (@sweetbabyas_cakes).
Getting ready for tomorrow's meeting and was reminded by VP James McLanahan about June's guest speaker, Horse Soldier MSG (Ret.) Chris Spence. He told the story of that first deployment to Afghanistan in response to the 9/11 attack. Chris was a member of a small elite SF team now known as the “horse soldiers.”His amazing PowerPoint presentation included the iconic photos (including this month’s cover photo) he took of the members on their horses on patrol. Loved hearing the story behind the taking of those photos. Later Chris joined the chapter and Unit Solutions for a field trip to Artemis Defense Institute. Chris Spence, James McLanahan and “The Colonel” Jim Duffy make it look like I missed some fun! Thank you to Chris for coming out. And thank you Artemis and Unit Solutions! @christopher.spence.92 @artemisdefenseinstitute @unit.solutions
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Featured Member:
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We salute a former Chapter 78 President (2003-2007), Ranger Hall of Fame inductee, one of the most decorated soldiers in the Vietnam War, receiving a total of 17 combat medals and awards to include three Silver Stars and five Purple Hearts, and a nominee for the Medal of Honor. Ramon Rodriguez retired after 23 years of service as a Command Sergeant Major.

Ramon is currently the Chairman of Board for the American Veterans Assistance Group (AVAG). AVAG is a community of veterans in manufactured housing communities located in Southern California. The purpose of AVAG is to thank and reward our veterans for their service to our country by providing them with a way to connect with one another in a supportive, encouraging living environment and to promote the availability of affordable housing.

Learn more about Ramon Rodriguez, click here visit his member profile.

Ramon Rodriguez was interviewed by Chapter member How Miller on February 17, 2024.

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