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Just attended this event. Great turnout, reps from all academies, all branches of ROTC from local university. Haven’t been to one of these as a BGO, only five or six wearing my mom hat years ago. I was impressed by the turnout, the NJROTC hosts, the MOC representatives and the young men and...

https://www.fox21news.com/news/air-force-cadet-dies-in-manitou-springs-crash/amp/ Comments from friends and classmates only speak to this young man’s quality and potential. While living life, tragedy occurred. Heartbreaking.

Boys in the Boat. I loved the book. Admittedly I am one of those who cries when the colors pass. And my best friends and I host Olympic themed parties. We have actually walked our neighborhood bearing a flame and we have toasts and Olympic themed food and cocktails. Lifetimes ago I was a...

https://www.nbcnews.com/news/amp/rcna128279 Such loss. Tragedy continues to be part of everyday life for those who take risks and vow to serve. Heartbreaking. Fair winds. BY JOHN GILLESPIE MAGEE JR. Oh! I have slipped the surly bonds of Earth And danced the skies on laughter-silvered wings...

Now that was Navy football. What a game. That 20 play possession? The defense getting inside? And I didn’t agree with the two 15 yard penalties in the 4th (after reviewing the plays) but dang, if you want to answer to a 30 yard penalty that’s one way to do it! Take the 🏈 to the House!

Hi, friends. Please remind me where I can order the 2024 crest fabled liquor bottle? Can’t recall. Tried a search but so many WTF references made the search not simple. Well done SAF members.

Hi, I am hoping someone @GWU PNS (emeritus) or others with more BGO experience @usna1985, @Old Navy BGO, @NavyHoops can help. I have a candidate that is eligible to apply for the JROTC Honor Unit Nomination. He is doing his due diligence and applying for all noms which he is eligible. He...

DS left at 0400 Monday. Headed to my best friend’s place near San Antonio. Two nights there as a tourist. Traveled behind the bad TN tornadoes and stayed in East Memphis tonight. A kind USAF family is hosting him tomorrow in NE TN. Such a great feeling for him to have some freedom with a...

Another poster @Small Team Bacsi mentioned 1st LT. Frank Reasoner in another thread. The thread was locked (lots of drama over there) and I didn't want the history of this man's service to get lost. From being enlisted, to NAPS (when it was in MD) and then a guard in Annapolis, then to USMA...

In the grand scheme of things, this thread is more for fun than anything else. But, I may learn things as will others that may help provide guidance and or perspective for the upcoming application cycle, and those that will follow. Looking forward to navigating the sixth wing, climbing into...

I have my dad’s USNA sword. It has his name engraved on it and his initials on the scabbard. However, he and his father, also a grad had the same name. My mom hung on to it after their divorce, he kind of became a grifter of sorts. I have reached out to him for info and haven’t heard back...

This was shared on social media earlier as an official release by the USAFA. My heart is with his family and those who knew and loved him. A difficult day at the Academy as we mourn the loss of Cadet 2nd Class Jesse Fimian. Emergency responders notified Academy officials of Fimian’s death...

Based on excellent advice from @Capt MJ, tried the Chart House for dinner with the adult kids Sunday. Came back today for happy hour just me, (new menu and hours). Plan to come back as often as possible until I leave next Saturday. The crab cakes are amazing and the service and view are...

DS and fellow mid spent two days in CO, first time snow boarding for my kid. Now a road trip through four corners, a historic canyon, the greatest canyon, and sin city in the plan for tomorrow. Love the novice photographer he is becoming.

DS just called and sent pictures. Rings have been delivered to the Class of 2024. Milestone day. Also, the USAA renter's insurance that I have been hounding him about for 3 years is now activated. He signed up this morning. About damn time. Turns out that when your kid pays for their own...

My heart is sad. My DS hopes to select aviation and then rotary. I know all service is fraught with risk. My thoughts are with their teammates, families, and loved ones. https://www.armytimes.com/news/your-army/2023/02/16/black-hawk-helicopter-crashes-in-alabama/

Just finished reading the book, The Last Ring Home, by Minter Dial II. Minter Dial commissioned with the class of 1932. This book is the work of his grandson, with the blessing of Minter’s son Victor. Victor also served in the Navy via ROTC and the Reserves. I love books about personal...

Applications are open for Summer STEM and Summer Seminar. Check the USNA website out for information and the application. If interested, you are encouraged to apply early. https://www.usna.edu/Admissions/Programs/index.php

Hey, I know this may have been asked and answered, but my brain is mush. DS has been adopted by an incredible family. Mom, dad, teen girls. Any ideas for a thoughtful gift? DS has purchased a custom wood cutting board with their last name in it, I was thinking maybe a nice snack/chocolate...

I love the nostalgia. The gotcha moments. The ones that make you cry and give you chills.