As it looks right now, be at the amphitheater 5 PM July 4th. Dress will be red battery golf shirts & dress slacks. It will be hot, bring a cooler & something to drink.
Regards,
Duke
Monday, June 29, 2009
Saturday, June 27, 2009
Newsletter
The newsletter has been sent. If you did not get a copy, let me know. I'll post July 4th Info tonight .
Regards,
Duke
Regards,
Duke
Thursday, June 18, 2009
JEB Stuart
Brothers & Sisters,
I am working on registration for the JEB Stuart Event. (Weekend of Oct 3-4). As we must pre-register early, I need to know who plans to go- a list of names. ASAP
Regards,
Duke
I am working on registration for the JEB Stuart Event. (Weekend of Oct 3-4). As we must pre-register early, I need to know who plans to go- a list of names. ASAP
Regards,
Duke
Friday, June 12, 2009
Commander's Notes, Hot Springs
Commander’s Notes on Hot Springs:
My thanks to everyone who attended, & special thanks to our “fightin Chaplain” who joined the ranks.
Pro’s
1) The level of gun crew proficiency is outstanding. There was a time, many years ago, that I knew deep in my heart that Columbia could take it to any battery on the field. Y’all are there, if not a little better.
2) The general level of military skills, training, & moral is high. Because y’all are able to switch jobs, cover each other & anticipate each other’s actions; it allows us to project a lot more force on the field than our numbers deserve.
3) I was pretty torqued Sunday morning, & about thoroughly tired of listening to the Rebs talk trash. I had decided that somebody was going to pay for ruining my mood. Apparently, y’all felt the same. The Rebel Cav must have thought they had rode into a buzz saw Sunday Afternoon. Good job.
4) Weapons were well cleaned & maintained going into the weekend action-Good Job!
5) Pistol awareness/Safety has improved 100%. Keep it up!
6) Thank you for keeping the cars out of camp. It’s nice to not have to fight that battle endlessly.
7) Working jointly with the 3rd US went very well. They are another ‘old School” battery with a well-trained crew (not to mention they are good guys).
8) Moving the guns forward in support of the advancing Infantry was cool & it is historically correct- Sunday was a blast.
9) The Chaplain in the camp helps cut down on the rough humor (no Aussie demons!)
10) Your treatment of the new troop was commendable.
11) I enjoyed breakfast at the local diner immensely.
Opportunities
1) Our numbers are not where they need to be. We are at the rock bottom minimum level to project force on the field at the level we expect. One more guy lays out; we will get lame real quick. Already we are at the point where we can defend the gun or crew the gun. As late as last October, we could do both simultaneously
2) Don’t let our success go to our heads. We are still a small unit, 4-6 guys can be cut off & annihilated very quickly.
3) We crushed the mounted cavalry Sunday because they were weak. This does not diminish the fact we crushed them, but more aggressive & better-deployed horsemen can & will give us a real run for our money.
4) Keep focusing on Safety. If we get cocky, we will pay for it.
5) Sunday’s battle pushed us to our limits physically. Let’s face it; we are not getting any younger. Dennis was spent; I made myself sick (I was worthless on Monday) I think Creely lost a couple of layers of skin… I’m not saying we need to work on our physical conditioning (O.K., I do…), but be aware of your limits.
Regards,
Duke
My thanks to everyone who attended, & special thanks to our “fightin Chaplain” who joined the ranks.
Pro’s
1) The level of gun crew proficiency is outstanding. There was a time, many years ago, that I knew deep in my heart that Columbia could take it to any battery on the field. Y’all are there, if not a little better.
2) The general level of military skills, training, & moral is high. Because y’all are able to switch jobs, cover each other & anticipate each other’s actions; it allows us to project a lot more force on the field than our numbers deserve.
3) I was pretty torqued Sunday morning, & about thoroughly tired of listening to the Rebs talk trash. I had decided that somebody was going to pay for ruining my mood. Apparently, y’all felt the same. The Rebel Cav must have thought they had rode into a buzz saw Sunday Afternoon. Good job.
4) Weapons were well cleaned & maintained going into the weekend action-Good Job!
5) Pistol awareness/Safety has improved 100%. Keep it up!
6) Thank you for keeping the cars out of camp. It’s nice to not have to fight that battle endlessly.
7) Working jointly with the 3rd US went very well. They are another ‘old School” battery with a well-trained crew (not to mention they are good guys).
8) Moving the guns forward in support of the advancing Infantry was cool & it is historically correct- Sunday was a blast.
9) The Chaplain in the camp helps cut down on the rough humor (no Aussie demons!)
10) Your treatment of the new troop was commendable.
11) I enjoyed breakfast at the local diner immensely.
Opportunities
1) Our numbers are not where they need to be. We are at the rock bottom minimum level to project force on the field at the level we expect. One more guy lays out; we will get lame real quick. Already we are at the point where we can defend the gun or crew the gun. As late as last October, we could do both simultaneously
2) Don’t let our success go to our heads. We are still a small unit, 4-6 guys can be cut off & annihilated very quickly.
3) We crushed the mounted cavalry Sunday because they were weak. This does not diminish the fact we crushed them, but more aggressive & better-deployed horsemen can & will give us a real run for our money.
4) Keep focusing on Safety. If we get cocky, we will pay for it.
5) Sunday’s battle pushed us to our limits physically. Let’s face it; we are not getting any younger. Dennis was spent; I made myself sick (I was worthless on Monday) I think Creely lost a couple of layers of skin… I’m not saying we need to work on our physical conditioning (O.K., I do…), but be aware of your limits.
Regards,
Duke
Newsletter/Pictures
To all:
I am working on the newsletter. I am in need of Pictures. Any pics from Broad River, the living history in May or Hot Springs are needed. Please e-mail them to me.
If you don't... You will be subjected to more retreaded pictures of me & my kids...
Regards,
Duke
I am working on the newsletter. I am in need of Pictures. Any pics from Broad River, the living history in May or Hot Springs are needed. Please e-mail them to me.
If you don't... You will be subjected to more retreaded pictures of me & my kids...
Regards,
Duke
Thursday, June 11, 2009
Hot Springs
I will write up the event in the upcoming newsletter.
The following After Action Report is approved, & submitted to the membership for comment. The Commander would like to comment on the efficiency, aggressive spirit & Esprit De Corps which allowed for a crushing victory on Sunday.
The Columbia Flying Artillery attended The Battle of Hot Springs N.C. on 05, 06, 07 June 09 as the 1st Mich. Battery
A. Sat. battle was under the command of Lt. Gardo and was hard fought to the end.
B. Sunday, after a very good church service by Chaplain Written, Lt. Creely was in command of Columbia, along with the 3rd US artillery. Maj. R. Bohland served as over all artillery commander, The battery was tried early by CSA cavalry but held them off. This to was a very hard fight with both guns performing as a very well commanded team. The battle ended with the US infantry pushing the confederates back into the woods. There were no incidents to report. Over all a good event.
2nd Lt. D. Gardo
Adjutat
The following After Action Report is approved, & submitted to the membership for comment. The Commander would like to comment on the efficiency, aggressive spirit & Esprit De Corps which allowed for a crushing victory on Sunday.
The Columbia Flying Artillery attended The Battle of Hot Springs N.C. on 05, 06, 07 June 09 as the 1st Mich. Battery
A. Sat. battle was under the command of Lt. Gardo and was hard fought to the end.
B. Sunday, after a very good church service by Chaplain Written, Lt. Creely was in command of Columbia, along with the 3rd US artillery. Maj. R. Bohland served as over all artillery commander, The battery was tried early by CSA cavalry but held them off. This to was a very hard fight with both guns performing as a very well commanded team. The battle ended with the US infantry pushing the confederates back into the woods. There were no incidents to report. Over all a good event.
2nd Lt. D. Gardo
Adjutat
Thursday, June 4, 2009
CFA The Musical
To all:
Gunnery Sergeant Bohland has created a "You Tube" presentation. I am not "in tune" with the music, but, generations change...
If you want to see it this is the URL:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X_oSf6CGwAo
Regards,
Duke
Gunnery Sergeant Bohland has created a "You Tube" presentation. I am not "in tune" with the music, but, generations change...
If you want to see it this is the URL:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X_oSf6CGwAo
Regards,
Duke
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