As the New York Chapter
President - I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for visiting our
Website and your interest in our organization. As you view our site you will
find useful information that we hope will stimulate and educate. Besides those
links which are helpful to veterans, you will also find links to the National
Organizations which will guide you through the legacy which is Montford Point.
If you are a service member (Active, Reserve, Retired) we invite you to join us
at one of our meetings. These meetings are held the 2nd Saturday of each month
(except August). Your experience as a service member means something and can be a valuable
asset to this organization and it's programs. . During the past
year we have increased our electronic presence – by the development of our
website (http://mpmanyc.com) a steady
newsletter local, national, related social events, as well as being involved in
National issues that are important to the community.
Our strength has been our ability to attract new members and leaders who share in the social responsibility, needed to ensure the continued legacy of this historic organization. Obviously we can not achieve this alone. Every opportunity is made to express and educate those significant contributions made by so many.....
As part of the Northern Region which includes; Boston (Roxbury Mass), and Philadelphia/Delaware area we continue to seek opportunities to expand our presence and improve our relationships.
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Happy Birthday Corporal Ballard
Original Montford Pointer Isaac Ballard (center) is celebrating his 87th Birthday in Norwalk Ct. Corporal Ballard was a member of 11th Ammom and is pictured with New York Montford Pointer Ken Callender 8th Ammo Co, and Northern Regional VP J. Carr. Ironically during the discussion we learned that during the campaign 11th Ammo was to releive 8th Ammo during the Iwo campaign - change of orders deferred that releif.
This year's Annual Dinner Dance will be held November 8th at Antun's - and we will be recognizing one of our own. (details to follow).
In closing - my appeal to you is to examine how you can help. Whether you are a behind the scenes person or veteran / active duty service member there is a variety of venues and events for which you can contribute. Members participates in Chapter functions, makes personal appearances at civic, social, and veterans functions.
Thank You Again & Semper Fi.