AUSA. Fort Knox. Winter/Spring In this Issue

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1 Fort Knox AUSA Winter/Spring 2016 PRESIDENT S MESSAGE HOSPARUS TEA & AUCTION Greetings Fort Knox Chapter, AUSA Members! Summer is upon us and as always, AUSA, Fort Knox Chapter remains in high gear!!! This past Sunday, I was stopped at a red light when a van with the logo of WVU ROTC pulled up next to me. My thoughts immediately went to welcoming our ROTC folks that will be training with us this summer. Please make sure you are a part of reaching out and welcoming them; as well as their family/friends that will visit during the summer. AUSA will award one cadet from each class a leadership award from Leadership Training Course and the Leadership Development Advanced Course. On June 3, 2016, our AUSA, Fort Knox Chapter Golf Scramble will be held at Lindsey Golf Course. We are in need of golfers, sponsors, and any door prizes that our AUSA members would like to donate. Please see attachments for additional information. We will have several changes of Commands over the summer. One will be MG Peggy Combs CG of US ARMY Cadet Command and Ft. Knox to MG Christopher Hughes. This ceremony will be held on May 25 th. AUSA would like to thank MG Combs for her leadership and support of our Ft. Knox Community and we wish her the best as her next ARMY journey begins. I realize more and more every day that the quote: time flies is not just a quote, it s a TRUE statement! And yes, believe it or not, it s time for our Annual Golf Scramble! This year s event will be Friday, June 3, 2016 at Lindsey Golf Course on Fort Knox. Please reference the attachments Regarding the scramble and hole Sponsorship levels. If you have questions, or you would like for us to pick up your door prizes or auction items, please contact one of the following: Rick Bennett ( ) rbennett@fortknoxfcu.net) or MG (Ret) Bill Barron at In closing, please ask a friend or co-worker to join AUSA, Fort Knox Chapter as we continue to provide Ft. Knox with a STRONG voice for our community in Washington DC. As always, thank you for your continued collaboration and support of our ARMY families here at Fort Knox. Working together, Rick Bennett Rick Bennett Chapter President In this Issue 1. President s Message 2. Awards & Calendar 3. General Membership Meetings 4. Chapter Activities 5. Hooray for Heroes, Chapter Golf Scramble, More I

2 AWARDS The last few months have seen the chapter providing AUSA Certificates of Commendation, chapter coins, and etc. to numerous Honor Graduate and Iron Soldiers from the graduating Recruiting and Retention school classes, other organizations, as well as awarding the AUSA Award to many local JROTC honor graduates. We will document a few of these in the following pages along with other chapter activities of late. On Feb. 12, 2016 chapter president Rick Bennett attended the graduation for the 3 rd Medical RCTG BN where he presented an AUSA Certificate of Commendation and chapter coin to Honor Graduate SSG Kane J. Hanson. MEMBERSHIP REPORT CALENDAR OF EVENTS Hardin County Relay for Life at Central Hardin High School Blood Drive at HRC 21 May Armed Forces Day th Annual Hooray for Heroes at Wal- Mart Way Cadet Command Change of Command at Brooks Field Post Retirement Ceremony Waybur Theater Right Arm Night at S&Q 27 May - Training Holiday 30 May - Memorial Day Holiday Memorial Day Ceremony at KY Veterans Cemetery AUSA Golf Scramble at Lindsey (shotgun start) AUSA Executive Board at S&Q (Woodford Reserve) 0800 Blood Drive at Hansen Center 14 June Flag Day & Army s 241st Birthday AUSA Army 241st Birthday Celebration at S&Q 18 Army Birthday Concert at Godman Airfield 19 June Father s Day Brunch at S&Q Post Retirement Ceremony at Waybur Right Arm Night at S&Q AUSA MISSION AND VISION AUSA Voice for the Army OUR AUSA MISSION Support for Soldiers and their families. AUSA represents every American Soldier by: Being the voice for all components of America's Army and uniformed services. Fostering public support of the Army's role in national security Providing professional education and information programs OUR AUSA VISION As the premier voice for America's Soldiers, we are a dedicated team committed to building the best professional and representative association for the world's best paid, trained, educated and equipped Army in the world. -Why an Association- This is best answered by a quote from Daniel Webster There are many objects of great value to man which cannot be attained by unconnected individuals, but must be attained if at all, by association.

3 GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETINGS On January 5, 2016 Fort Knox Chapter, AUSA held a General Membership Meeting at Fort Knox s Saber & Quill with 204 members from the Fort Knox community present and Senate Majority Leader, US Senator Mitch McConnell (R-KY) as the keynote speaker. Scott Scholl, emcee, called the meeting to order and welcomed all present, Past President Bob Roush led the Pledge of Allegiance, local radio personality Ms. Hollie Sexton sang the national anthem and Chaplain (Ret) COL Byron Simmons gave the invocation. Prior to lunch and the keynote address the North Middle School Junior Leadership Corps at the direction of their instructor Neal Gibbs, rose and recited their inspirational creed. Senator McConnell s presentation focused on recent funding successes for Fort Knox to include a new health clinic and educational facilities. He also presented his views on the state of world affairs and encouraged all eligible voters to vote in the November 2016 election. Chapter President Rick Bennett promoted membership in view of newly implemented less expensive rates. And, he presented several tokens of appreciation to Senator McConnell for his keynote address. On April 22, 2016 Fort Knox Chapter sponsored a United States Army Reserve (USAR) 108th Birthday celebration and GMM. We had approximately 85 in attendance. MSG Carlos Baez served as Master of Ceremonies, Vivian Bridges performed the National Anthem, BG (Ret) Mike Devine did a great job as keynote speaker and SGM Steven Hatchell shared some history of the AR and really engaged the audience. BG (Ret) Devine and PVT Samantha K. Brown from the 84th TC cut the birthday cake. Additionally, BG Devine was nominated as 1st VP, President Elect, the motion was seconded and passed unanimously.

4 CHAPTER ACTIVITIES On February 2, 2016 chapter president Rick Bennett presented a $500 check to Clint Meshew representing the Radcliff Veterans Tribute. The tribute, once completed will be placed at the new Radcliff Veterans Home. On February 2, 2016 chapter president Rick Bennett presented a $200 check to May Giulitto, Fort Knox American Red Cross Station Manager. On May 14th, 2016 the Fort Knox American Red Cross will hold its annual Run for the Red 10K & 5k Family Run/Walk fundraiser to support its community programs. The DOD has declared the month of May Health and Fitness Month. This is why the Red Cross will be partnering with the Commissary, Post Exchange and Morale Welfare Recreation to provide the military community a health and fitness fair after the run/walk. We expect over 1,000 people attending this event. All funds and proceeds will be used at Fort Knox and the surrounding area. Recruiting and Retention Graduation Ceremony February 19, 2016.

5 CHAPTER ACTIVITIES On Saturday, February 20 th 2016, several chapter members attended a Town Hall Meeting hosted by Senator Rand Paul R-KY. Local citizens came out early in the morning on a chilly day to ask important questions and get an update from Congress. Gene Gudenkauf took the opportunity to visit with the Senator and set the groundwork for his attendance at a GMM later this year. On February 26, 2016 chapter president Rick Bennett attended the Recruiting & Retention school graduation where he presented the honor graduates with an AUSA certificate of commendation and a chapter coin. On March 4, 2016 chapter awards chairman Mike Enlow attended the Recruiting & Retention School graduation where he presented the honored graduates with an AUSA Certificate of Commendation and a chapter coin.

6 On March 10, 2016 Chapter VP Army Reserves, BG (Ret) Mike Devine attended the Military Honors Ceremony at Lighthouse Baptist Church in Nicholasville. KY, where he presented Vietnam Veteran pins to eligible veterans and to Ms. Heather French Henry, KY Dept. of Veterans Affairs, to give to her father who is a Viet Nam vet. On Mar3/16/2016 Chapter Membership Chairman Gene Gudenkauf picked up SMA (Ret) Jack Tilley at Louisville International Airport for what would be a whirlwind tour of meetings and events on March 17 th and 18 th. March 17 th 0745 Jack attend the Hardin County Chamber (Guest Speaker) to talk about His book and his career Jack to arrive at Barr Library 1200 Jack start signing his book Post NCOPD at Waybur Theater with CSM Arnold 1730 hours Jack arrives at Colton s Steak House in Radcliff for additional book signings. On March 19, 2016 the chapter provided two $ gift cards and three signed Jack Tilley books Soldier for Life to Gold Rush. Gold Rush is Fort Knox Spouses and Community Club's primary spring fundraiser. March 18 th 0800 hours Jack arrives at Hazard Auditorium, Gaffey Hall to be Guest Speaker for the Recruiting and Retention graduation starting After the graduation Jack proceeds to 83 rd ARRTC for a briefing on the Master Leader Course at Gaffey Hall Jack s visit to Fort Knox is complete.

7 On March 21, 2016 Chapter President Rick Bennett and Membership Chairman Gene Gudenkauf attended the HRC NCO and Soldier of the Year Ceremony in the Flag Room at HRC Headquarters. At that meeting they presented the NCO and Soldier with AUSA Certificates of Commendation, AUSA membership, and a chapter coin. Soldier of the Year SPC Tyrell Creese and NCO of the year SGT Bryan Carter On April 5, 2015 Chapter President Rick Bennett awarded the JROTC Award to John Hardin H/S (JHHS) Cadet Chris Park. On March 29, 2016 chapter officers BG (Ret) Mike Devine and MG (Ret) Bill Barron attended the Master Leader Course and presented the top 25% of the graduates with an AUSA Certificate of Commendation and a chapter coin. Course description and program at the attachments. The Master Leader Course bridges the gap between the Senior Leader Course and the Sergeants Major Course. The 108 hours of instruction are broken down into three modules -- Foundation, Leadership and Army Profession, and Army and Joint Operation, said Sgt. Maj. William Gentry, the Curriculum Development and Education Division sergeant major. It provides the Army with senior noncommissioned officers who are self-aware and NCOs of character, confidence and presence with the skills necessary to shape the joint operational environment, overcome the friction created by uncertainty and operate in an ambiguous environment. This course is geared for the sergeants first class and the newly promoted master sergeants to enable them to perform the duties of a senior staff NCO or operations master sergeant in the S3. The course will give them the confidence to go into that staff role, with the education and institutional knowledge to be a productive member of a senior staff. The ceremony on 29 Mar, was the second Pilot graduating class consisting of RA, AR, NG, and one Airman. On April 1, 2016 several chapter officers and members attended the First Army Division East Colors uncasing and Change of Responsibility ceremonies on Brooks Field at Fort Knox. On that day the First Army Division East formally joined the Fort Knox community during a ceremony at 10 a.m. Incoming CSM Royce Manis below.

8 Chapter Activities On April 8, 2016 Chapter VP Kendra Stewart attended the RRS ARC & RCLC graduation ceremonies and presented AUSA Certificates of Commendation to the Honor graduates & Iron Soldier pictured and noted at the attachment. The ceremony was held at Haszard Theatre on Post at 8:30 am. On April 22, 2016 chapter membership chairman Gene Gudenkauf attended the Recruiting and Retention School Graduation ceremonies and presented honorees with an AUSA Certificate of Commendation and chapter coin. See attached photo and names. On April 15, 2016 chapter president Rick Bennett attended the Recruiting & Retention School Graduations and presented AUSA Certificates of Commendation and chapter coins to the Honor Graduates and Iron Award Soldiers. On April 27, 2016 chapter president Rick Bennett attended the John Hardin High School JROTC graduation ceremony and presented Cadet Alexis Karnjanapanang with the AUSA JROTC Award.

9 Membership One for One Attention Corporate Members: The chapter needs your help to ramp up corporate member strength. We are asking that each corporate member recruit one new corporate member. Some businesses ask what s in it for me? We think the answer is patriotism; doing something tangible Soldiers who voluntarily put their lives in harm s way for our nation s well-being. On April 29, 2016 chapter membership chairman Gene Gudenkauf met with the group from Echo Company 1st of the 5th Cav and their spouses and family member and presented Vietnam Veterans with the AUSA Vietnam Veterans Pin. See attached photos. Nearly all non-profit private organizations that work military affairs concentrate solely on pay and benefits; about one quarter of the Army s budget. AUSA works on the total Army budget including operations and maintenance, procurement, research and development, and construction and housing. Moreover AUSA advocates for the Total Army ; Soldiers and their families (active, guard, reserve, retired and veterans) and DA Civilians. We have included a corporate member application with this newsletter which provides more corporate member information. The chapter wants to track new applications. Please Bob Roush, VP at Large, at bnroush@wnndstream.net when you send in applications. Bob is also available should you have any questions or need support. Thank you.

10 AUSA Corporate Membership Application P.O. Box Arlington, VA Fax: FIRM NAME STREET CITY STATE ZIP + 4 CODE TELEPHONE NUMBER FAX NUMBER CHAPTER MEMBERSHIP NEW RENEWAL NAME OF FIRMʼS PRINCIPAL CONTACT FORT KNOX 2301 POSITION The principal contact will automatically be listed as a designee unless otherwise noted. If the principal contact is not to be a designee then please check here. We wish to donate all undesignated memberships to the local chapter. DUES $150 1 Year 2 Designee Members $405 3 Year 2 Designee Members $315 1 Year 5 Designee Members $855 3 Year 5 Designee Members $585 1 Year 10 Designee Members $ Year 10 Designee Members Dues include $16.50 a year per designee member for a subscription to ARMY Magazine and $14.00 a year per designee for a subscription to AUSA News. Dues and foreign postage must be paid in U.S. funds. Foreign Postage, add $15 for each designee per year. CHARGE APPLICANTʼS VISA MASTERCARD AMEX ACCOUNT NO. EXP. DATE SIGNATURE CHECK OR MONEY ORDER AMOUNT FOR AUSA HQ USE ONLY CHAPTER NO: CAD CODE: DESIGNEE MEMBERS ( address required for each designee) Use another sheet if necessary. RANK/TITLE FIRST NAME INIT. LAST NAME MAILING ADDRESS CHAPTER MO./YR. OF BIRTH FORT KNOX 2301 CITY STATE ZIP + 4 CODE CHECK CURRENT STATUS Active Component National Guard Army Reserve Retired Army Veteran Civilian CHECK FOR A FAMILY MEMBER BENEFIT I.D. CARD Yes Name: RANK/TITLE FIRST NAME INIT. LAST NAME MAILING ADDRESS CHAPTER MO./YR. OF BIRTH FORT KNOX 2301 CITY STATE ZIP + 4 CODE CHECK CURRENT STATUS Active Component National Guard Army Reserve Retired Army Veteran Civilian CHECK FOR A FAMILY MEMBER BENEFIT I.D. CARD Yes Name: RANK/TITLE FIRST NAME INIT. LAST NAME MAILING ADDRESS CHAPTER MO./YR. OF BIRTH FORT KNOX 2301 CITY STATE ZIP + 4 CODE CHECK CURRENT STATUS Active Component National Guard Army Reserve Retired Army Veteran Civilian CHECK FOR A FAMILY MEMBER BENEFIT I.D. CARD Yes Name: RANK/TITLE FIRST NAME INIT. LAST NAME MAILING ADDRESS CHAPTER MO./YR. OF BIRTH FORT KNOX 2301 CITY STATE ZIP + 4 CODE CHECK CURRENT STATUS Active Component National Guard Army Reserve Retired Army Veteran Civilian CHECK FOR A FAMILY MEMBER BENEFIT I.D. CARD Yes Name: RANK/TITLE FIRST NAME INIT. LAST NAME MAILING ADDRESS CHAPTER MO./YR. OF BIRTH FORT KNOX 2301 CITY STATE ZIP + 4 CODE CHECK CURRENT STATUS Active Component National Guard Army Reserve Retired Army Veteran Civilian CHECK FOR A FAMILY MEMBER BENEFIT I.D. CARD Yes Name:

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