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We Remember….

Catholic War Veterans of the

United States of America, Inc.

Department of Maryland

2013—2014

Always & Forever

Catholic War Veterans of the United States of America, Inc.

Chartered by Congress ~ 17 August 1984

O loving God, be with us as we honor the lives of those who served our nation, for those who have died and are now in your care. Accept our prayers on their behalf. May they have a place in your house, may they rest in peace, and may light perpetually shine upon them. Look with mercy upon those among us, family and friends, who are be-reaved by their passing. Comfort and console them with your pres-ence and tenderness. We ask these things in your name. Amen.

Thomas Bailey

Steve Clouse

Edward Hojnacki

Joseph Jachimski

Bud Kahler

Fred Karr

John Kreiner

Reginald Malloy

Robert Norton

Leo Puklis

James Sparks, Sr

Estelle Weber

Anthony Yablonski

May 14 ~ 15, 2014

THE CATHOLIC WAR VETERANS AND AUXILIARY

68TH

ANNUAL CONVENTION

Dear Friends,

As you gather for the 68th Annual Convention of the Maryland Catholic War

Veterans, I offer you a most cordial word of greeting.

As Veterans, you have demonstrated your love of country. You have been

willing to put your lives and livelihood on the line to defend our nation’s free-

doms and way of life. All of us are in your debt.

So too, we are grateful to your families who shared in your sacrifices on

behalf of our country.

As citizens of Maryland, we a justly proud.

I also want to thank you for serving our national both as citizens and as men

and women of faith. Bedrock to our nation is the guarantee of religious free-

dom. The history of Maryland is graced by Charles Carroll, the only Catholic

signer of the Declaration of Independence and his cousin, John Carroll, on

nation’s first Archbishop.

In these days when religious liberty is increasingly under challenge, I thank

you for your faith, courage and patriotism. May God bless you and keep you

always in his love.

Most Reverend William E. Lori Archbishop of Baltimore

ARCHDIOCESE OF BALTIMORE

320 CATHEDRAL STREET * BALTIMORE, MARYLAND 21201 * 410-547-5437

Fax 410-547-8234

OFFICE OF THE ARCHBISHOP

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A MESSAGE FROM

GOVERNOR MARTIN O’MALLEY

Dear Friends:

Welcome to the 68th Annual Convention, hosted by the Maryland

Catholic War Veterans and their Auxiliary. On behalf of the citizens of Maryland, I would like to thank you for your service and dedication to our nation. You are there for our State and Country in times of need and we are committed to now serving you. As you come together for your convention, I encourage you to pursue federal and state programs available to you and your family.

The O’Malley-Brown Administration is committed to ensuring that the needs of our servicemen and women are met. Most recently, the Veteran’s Full Employment Act of 2013 has created a program through which veterans and eligible military spouses can now apply for expedited processing of certain occupational and professional licenses in Maryland. The Maryland Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation also serves our veterans through the Maryland Workforce Exchange and One Stop Career Centers throughout the State.

Thank you for your continued commitment to the great state of Maryland and the United States. On behalf of all, Marylanders, best wishes for a successful convention and thank you for your service. Best wishes for a memorable event. Sincerely,

Governor

MARTIN O’MALLEY

GOVERNOR

STATE HOUSE

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ANNAPOLIS, MARYLAND 21401-1925

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CWV Maryland Donors

Alexandre, Olivia/Gabriel Lockwood, Dolores Frantz, Mary

Alexandre, Sandra/Christa Lohinski, Mollie Johnson, Catherine

Anderson, Andrew Lohinski, Pau/Kathleen Kispert, Carmela

Anderson, Angela Lohinski, Paul/Katie Pizlo, Mary

Arthur, Raynee Markowski, Herb/Cass Phair, Marie

Astor, Raymond Milosavich, David Romeo, Doris

Barker, Dan MIlosavich, Sandra Wychryst, Angela

Barker, Sydney Niedzialkowski, Louise

Bogtan, Matt Ogle, Dorothy E.

Damesyn, Barbara Raatjes, Mike/Alice

Feliberty, Alicia H. Rev, Timoney Conan

Feliberty, Liana S. Rev. Bauer, John

Feliberty, Milton A. Rev. Bochenek, Joe

Galdun, Dorothy C. Rev. Grumsey, Dennis

Garczynski III, Gil Rev. Orchik, Michael

Garczynski, Paige Satterfield, Bob/Patti

Giveck, Evelyn T. Satterfield, Lorraine (PNP)

Hojnacki, Rosemarie Sherman, Elizabeth

Jedlicka, Gerry Smertycha, Cass

Joka, Mason Stadler, Charles

Karr, Theresa Szyjka, Martha A.

Kosiba, Anthony Teramini, Daisy

Krausch, Carolyn Teramini, Joe

Krausch, Monica The Boys from Charlie’s Corner

Kruger, Elizabeth Welsh, Leo/Sue

Lesniewski, Helen Whitehurst, Joan

Lesniewski, Jr. Stephen J. Yoka, Mitchell

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Remembering — POW’s and MIA’s As you join us this evening, you may

have noticed a small table here in a place of honor near our head table. It is set for one. This table is our way of symbolizing the fact that members of our pro-fession of arms are missing from our midst. They are called P.O.W./M.I.A., we call them "Brothers". They are unable to be with us and so we remember them. This TABLE set for one is small - symbolizing the frailty of one prisoner alone against their oppressors. The TABLECLOTH is white - symbolizing the purity of their intentions to respond to their country's call to arms. The single ROSE dis-played in a vase reminds us of the families and loved ones of our comrades-in-arms who keep the faith awaiting their return. The RED RIBBON tied so promi-nently on the vase is reminiscent of the red ribbon worn on the lapel and breasts of thousands who bear witness to their unyielding determination to demand a proper accounting of our missing. A SLICE OF LEMON is on the bread plate to remind us of their bitter fate. There is SALT upon the bread plate - symbolic of the families' tears as they wait. The GLASS is inverted - they can not toast with us this night. The CHAIR - the chair is empty - they are not here. REMEMBER! REMEMBER - all of you who served with them and called them comrades, who depended upon their might and aid, and relied upon them, for surely, they have not forsaken you.

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Anthony G. Brown Lt. Governor

Edward Chow, Jr Secretary

To the Members of the Catholic War Veterans

of the United States of America Department of Maryland

The Catholic War Veterans of America have been and are still there for our military, returning veterans and their families. On the occasion of you 68

th Annual State Convention, I applaud your efforts and hope

you have a successful gathering. The Catholic War Veterans’ and the Catholic War Veterans Auxiliary’s commitment to the preservation of this country’s great traditions is highly commendable. On behalf of Governor O’Malley and all the citizens of Maryland, I thank you for all your hard work. Sincerely,

The Jeffrey Building, Fourth Floor 16 Francis Street, Annapolis, Maryland 21401

Toll Free: 866-793-1577 ~ Annapolis:: 410-26—3838 ~ Fax: 410-216-7928 Www.mdva.state.md.us

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Edward Chow, Jr. Secretary

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RICHARD W. (Rick) MEEHAN

Welcome to Ocean City, Maryland On behalf of the City Council and the citizens, welcome to Ocean City, Maryland for the 68

th Annual Maryland Catholic War Veterans

Convention. We are deeply grateful for the service you have given this national and we welcome you to enjoy all that Ocean City offers during your stay. Last year, our beautiful beach ranked in the top five cleanest beached in the country and our world-famous Boardwalk topped several lists of favorites for its free entertainment and “classic vibe.” Our quaint barrier island, which was once a sleepy fishing village, now stretches along 10 miles of beautiful beach from the Inlet to the Delaware state line. We are very happy to be your host again this year and we warmly welcome you to Ocean City.

301 Baltimore Avenue ~ Post Office Box 158 ~ Ocean City, Maryland 21843-0158 410-289-3300 ~ Facsimile 410-289-7385

E-mail: ocmayor@ococean.com

Rick Meehan

Mayor

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Our dead are not Unknown Soldiers. We know who they are and wither they seek to go. We know that they must languish in Purgatory until the last earthly stain is wiped away and until the last earthly injustice is repaired. We also know that we can speed their passage from a Pur-gatory of shadow and pain to a Paradise of happiness & light. We can hasten the dawn of eternal rest and the rays of per-petual light. Our prayers and Masses and works of charity can become eternal ransom money in the justice of God.

We love our dead. Flowers wither upon their graves. A daily garland of prayers is better than an arm full of roses. As we approach the Golden Memorial Hour of the Catholic War Veterans stand for a moment in silence, and let there rise from your heart a prayer beseeching Almighty God, the Father of us all, to grant to the souls of our departed comrades, a peace and glory that is theirs because of the sacri-fices they made that others may live..

Father Emil J. Kapaun, was born in Pilsen, Kansas, in the Diocese of Wichita, Kansas on Holy Thursday, April 20, 1916. He was ordained as a Priest for the Diocese on June 9, 1940, and entered the U.S. Army Chaplain Corps in 1944.

Separated from the service in 1946, he re-entered the Army in 1948 and was sent to Japan the following year. In July of 1950 Father Kapaun was ordered to Korea.

On November 2 of that same year, he was taken as a prisoner of war. In the seven months in prison, Father Kapaun spent himself in heroic service to his fellow prisoners without

regard for race, color or creed. To this, there is testimony of men of all faiths. Ignoring his own ill health, he nursed the sick and wounded until a blood clot in his leg prevented his daily rounds.

Moved to a so-called hospital, but denied medical assistance, his death soon followed on May 23, 1951.

The Diocese of Wichita and the Vatican have begun the formal process that could lead to Father Kapaun's canonization. In 1993, it was

announced that Fr. Kapaun would receive the title of "Servant of God."

Father Emil J. Kapaun, Servant of

God, Priest, Soldier and Friend,

Pray for Us

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A convoy of three ships and three escorting Coast Guard cutters passed through "torpedo alley" some 100 miles off the coast of Greenland at about 1 a.m. on February 3, 1943. The submarine U-223 fired three torpedoes, one of which hit the mid-section of the Dorchester, a U.S. Army troopship with

more than 900 men on board. Ammonia and oil were everywhere in the fast-sinking vessel and upon the freezing sea The four Chaplains on board, two Protestant pastors, a Catholic priest and a Jewish rabbi, were among the first on deck, calming the men and handing out life jackets. When they ran out, they took off their own and placed them on waiting soldiers without regard to faith or race. Approximately 18 minutes from the explosion, the ship went down. They were the last to be seen by witnesses; they were standing arm-in-arm on the hull of the ship, each pray-ing in his own way for the care of the men. Almost 700 died, making it the third largest loss at sea of its kind for the United States during World War II. The Coast Guard Cutter Tampa was able to escort the other freighters to Greenland. Meanwhile the cutters Comanche and Escanaba, disobeying or-ders to continue the search for the German U-Boat, stopped to rescue 230 men from the frigid waters that night. The four Chaplains were Father John Washington (Catholic), Reverend Clark Poling (Dutch Reformed), Rabbi Alexander Goode (Jewish) and Rev. George Fox (Methodist). These four Chaplains were later honored by the Congress and Presidents. They were recognized for their selfless acts of courage, compassion and faith. According to the First Sergeant on the ship, "They were always together, they carried their faith together." They demon-strated throughout the voyage and in their last moments, interfaith compas-sion in their relationship with the men and with each other. In 1960 Congress created a special Congressional Medal of Valor, never to be repeated again, and gave it to the next of kin of the "Immortal Chaplains.

Links:

The Immortal Chaplains Foundation—http://immortalchaplains.org

The Four Chaplains Memorial Foundation http://www.fourchaplains.org/

WE REMEMBER…...The Four Chaplains

“Not for my safe return, that wouldn’t be fair. Just pray that I shall do my duty, never be a

coward and have the strength, courage and understanding of men. Just pray that I shall

be adequate.” said to his father by Chaplain Poiling on boarding the USAT Dorchester.

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A Message from Dennis H. Smith Director, VA Maryland Health Care System I am honored to join you today for the 68th Annual Catholic War Veterans and Auxiliary Convention. I am also delighted to recognize the outstanding contributions of the Catholic War Veterans and Auxiliary in supporting the needs of hospitalized Veterans throughout the VA Maryland Heal Care System. Thanks to your support and your numerous acts of kindness, our Veteran patients receive quality and compassionate health care each and every day.

Over the past year, 13 volunteers from the Catholic War Veterans and Auxiliary contributed more than 1,540 hours of service to support the needs of Maryland’s Veterans throughout our health care system. Beyond the contributions of volunteer time and service, the VA Maryland Health Care System received a total of $4,746 in monetary and miscellaneous donations from the Catholic War Veterans and Auxiliary during fiscal year 2013. Your generosity helped to benefit many of our Veteran patients throughout the state. Even through it is impossible to calculate the amount of care and compassion provided, I feel it is important to reflect upon these outstanding accomplishments.

I am extremely grateful for your tremendous commitment to our health care system. Whatever your contribution this past year, each and every one of you have supported our mission to, “Honor America’s Veterans as heroes by providing the highest quality healthcare.” It is obvious from the numerous compliments that I receive from our Veteran patients that your selfless acts of kindness are truly cherished and appreciated.

On behalf of our Veteran patients and our dedicated staff and volunteers, I sincerely thank you for your tireless service, and I congratulate you on your outstanding accomplishments.

I wish you the best during your Annual Convention!.

Sincerely,

Dennis H. Smith

Director, VA Maryland Health Care System

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James C. Finkel Sr. National Commander CWV National Headquarters 441 N. Lee Street Alexandria, VA 22314 Phone: 703-549-3644 www.cwv.org

On behalf of the National Officers of the Catholic War Veterans I extend our congratulations to the Department of Maryland and their Auxiliary on their 68th

and 63rd conventions respectfully. Your perseverance and dedication to our Holy Church and Veterans are an inspiration to the members of our organiza-tion. The officers on the National Board are striving to improve our communications between the members of our great organization. We have improved our Na-tional web site to make it user friendly. Through the efforts of our web site committee the Chaplains and Commanders letters and the officers’ reports are available for everyone to access for their information. Our programs and forms are also available via the website and through our National store at www.cwv.org, where we are looking to supply American made merchandise. I have been blessed with an excellent staff of officers, elected at our last con-vention. They have their committees working and communicating an exchange of ideas that can only improve the Catholic War Veterans in the future. The committee chairpersons are now required to share their progress with the membership as well as the leadership of our organization so everyone is kept informed. Many members believe we have funds at National. Let me inform you all that we had to cut $48,000 from last year’s budget. It was a difficult undertaking and our National Treasurer spent long days searching to meet last year’s in-come with this year’s budget. In closing, may the Holy Spirit guide you in your deliberations and elections at your convention. Yours in Christ,

James C. Finkel Sr. National Commander Catholic War Veterans of the U.S.A.

Catholic War Veterans of the United States of America, Inc.

Chartered by Congress ~ 17 August 1984

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Obtaining Copies of your DD-214 or other Separation Documents

As a veteran, when you request benefits and services, a copy of your discharge papers are required to verify eligibility. This includes ad-mission to Charlotte Hall Veterans Home, Maryland’s five veterans cemeteries, VA claims and a myriad of other services available to you and your families. If you are a World War II veteran, and were a Maryland resident at the time of your entry into the service, or if you were discharged after October 15, 1979 and listed a Maryland home of record address at the time of discharge, you may contact the Maryland Department of Veterans Affairs’ Baltimore Office at 800-446-4926x6450 to inquire if they have a copy of your discharge papers. As a veteran and your next of kin may request a copy of the your DD-214 or receive a Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Du-ty from the National Archives. Information on requesting a copy of a veteran’s DD-214 and how to obtain a ‘statement of service’ can be accessed via the web at: www.archives.gov/veterans/. If you do not have access to the Internet, you may contact the National Archives at: The National Archives & Records Administration 8601 Adelphi Road College Park, MD 20740-6001 1-866-272-6272 or 1-86-NARA-NARA Fax: 301-837-0483 TDD lines for College Park, MD: 301-837-0482

Maryland Access Point (MAP) is a statewide resource for infor-mation and assistance about long-term services and supports, par-ticularly for older adults and individuals with disabilities. If you or someone you know need community services to avoid a nursing home stay or need help with shopping, chores or personal assis-tance because of a disability, MAP is a gateway, guide and a single entry point to service providers in your local area. For more infor-mation, access MAP’s wide resource of information and its user friendly website at www.aging.maryland.gov/ or call (410) 767-1100 for the nearest MAP site in your community.

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Need Information about Veterans Benefits and Entitlements?

1.800.827.1000 (Baltimore VA Regional Office—Disability Benefits,

Education Assistance, Burial Benefits & more…)

410.605.7000 or Toll Free 800.463.6295—Baltimore VA Medical Center

1-877-222-VETS (8387) VA National Health Care Information line

1.800.273.TALK (8255) Military and Veterans Crisis Line

1.877.4AID.VET (424.3838) National Call Center for Homeless Veterans

1.855.260.3274 VA Caregiver Support Line

1.800.342.9647 Wounded Warrior Resource Center

Informational Web Sites for Active Duty Members & Veterans:

www.va.gov Department of Veterans Affairs

www.va.gov/health VA Health Care—Eligibility, entitlements, programs &

services

www.cem.va.gov/ VA National Cemetery Administration—

Burial & Memorial Benefits

www.mdva.state.md.us/ Maryland Department of Veterans Affairs

http://goo.gl/qnKLF Senator Barbara Mikulski For Military Members,

Veterans & Families

http://goo.gl/2crmy Congressman Ben Cardin—Veterans Resource Cen-ter.

http://goo.gl/W4Upz Maryland’s Cemeteries & Memorial Benefits (or call

(410) 923-6981)

http://goo.gl/iexBA USA.gov—Government made easy

Maryland Veterans’ Cemeteries The State of Maryland, through the Cemetery Program of the Maryland Depart-ment of Veterans Affairs, offers Maryland veterans, and their eligible depend-ents, a final resting place at one of five state veterans' cemeteries located throughout Maryland. The Program is the largest of its kind in the nation. A Pre-interment Program is available through which veterans may indicate their desire to be buried in one of the state’s cemeteries and verify their eligibility for such burial on a pre-need basis. The following facilities provide interment ser-vices during the normal business week (Monday through Friday) and are open to the public 365 days of the year. For visitors to our cemeteries the gates will be open every day of the year from 8:00AM until 5:00PM. The gates will close at 4:45PM to allow visitors to exit the cemetery. The cemetery will remain open until 8:00PM. on Memorial Day (the date of State observance). More information at www.mdva.state.md.us/ (Maryland Department of Veter-ans Affairs)

Crownsville, Maryland 21032 Phone (410) 923-6981 Cheltenham Veterans Cemetery Phone (301) 372-6398 Crownsville Veterans Cemetery Phone (410) 987-6320

Eastern Shore Veterans Cemetery Phone (410) 943-3420 Garrison Forest Veterans Cemetery Phone (410) 363-6090 Rocky Gap Veterans Cemetery Phone (301)777-2185

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Dear Department of Maryland Catholic War Veterans and Auxiliary:

It is an honor to be here and extend a warm welcome to Maryland's delegates and members at your 68th annual convention. May the Lord guide you as you work toward a fun filled and successful con-vention.

I comment all the officers and members who have participated in our programs and completed their reports. It is your hard work and dedi-cation that makes the organization thrive. We are always looking for members to move up the echelons, it is not too early to be thinking of becoming part of the National Board!

As you renew friendships and make new ones during your meetings reflect on your accomplishments of the past year and think of way to embellish them for the next year, always remembering our motto, “For God, Country and Home.”

Let us remember all of our military and their families. May God watch over them and keep them protected.

Best wishes for a successful and productive convention and May God Bless you.

Susan Ranno

National CWVA President

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Catholic War Veterans of the United States of America, Inc.

Chartered by Congress ~ 17 August 1984

Visit us @ ww.cwvmd.org Email us @ cwvmd@yahoo.com

May I extend my sincere appreciation and gratitude in welcoming all of CWV membership to our 68th Annual Convention and the Auxiliary’s 63rd Annual con-vention representing the Department Of Maryland here in enchanting Ocean City, MD. You are the greatest!!!

As a group, we faced many challenges for the welfare of our membership that included the computerization of our Post rosters, shrinkage of several MD Posts, the linkage of spirit between members of St. Patrick's and St Casimir Posts and the sadness of comrades lost to our Supreme Commander. Serving as your State Commander for a second term was most gratifying and humbling, as we continued to pursue maintaining our expected high levels of our CWV traditions.

To highlight a few - our Fifth Sunday Masses, the monthly VA bingos, and other festivities at our local Maryland VA rehabilitation centers held true as member participation was strong. Also, we should not forget the energies expended by our many Catholic youth in our CWV contests as these students shared their talents in poster creativity and stimulating essays.

May I warmly express to all – a genuine thank you … your continued coopera-tion was totally exceptional in preserving the spirit of our Catholic War Veter-ans’ objective by our continuance of serving our deserving military veterans through our various planned veteran activities.

Together as One Voice at this year’s annual convention, let’s build our common thread amongst us … nurture our membership, serve God, serve our Country, serve our family and our extended family of those who graciously served in the United States armed forces as members of our Army, Air Force, Coast Guard, Navy and Marines … God bless us all.

May the face of the Lord always shine upon you and the Mother of Jesus, Mary, be everlasting within your body’s spirit.

Always with the guidance of the Lord,

Gilbert T. Barker Maryland State Commander

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TOMB OF THE UNKNOWN SOLDIER Interesting facts about the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and the Sentinels of the Third United States Infantry Regiment "Old Guard" The Guards of Honor at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier are highly motivated and are proud to honor all American service members who are "Known But to God." Q: How many steps does the guard take during his walk across the tomb of the Unknowns and why? A: 21 steps. It alludes to the twenty-one gun salute, which is the highest hon-or given any military or foreign dignitary. Q: How long does he hesitate after his about face to begin his return walk and why? A: 21 seconds, for the same reason as answer number 1. Q: Why are his gloves wet? A: His gloves are moistened to prevent his losing his grip on the rifle. Q: Does he carry his rifle on the same shoulder all the time, and if not, why not? A: No, he carries the rifle on the shoulder away from the tomb. After his march across the path, he executes an about face and moves the rifle to the outside shoulder. Q: Who guards the tomb? A: The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier is guarded 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, and in any weather by Tomb Guard sentinels. Sentinels, all volunteers, are considered to be the best of the elite 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), headquartered at Fort Myer, Va. Q: How often are the guards changed? A: The guard is changed every hour on the hour Oct. 1 to March 31 in an elaborate ritual. From April 1 through September 30, another change is add-ed on the half hour and the cemetery closing time moves from 5 to 7 p.m. The Tomb consists of seven pieces of rectangular marble. Carved on the East side (the front of the Tomb, which faces Washington, D.C.) is a compo-site of three figures, commemorative of the spirit of the Allies of World War I. In the center of the panel stands Victory (female). On the right side, a male figure symbolizes Valor. On the left side stands Peace, with her palm branch to reward the devotion and sacrifice that went with courage to make the cause of righteousness triumphant.

The north and south sides are divided into three panels by Doric pilasters. In each panel is an inverted wreath. On the west, or rear, panel (facing the Am-phitheater) is inscribed: HERE RESTS IN HONORED GLORY AN AMERI-CAN SOLDIER KNOWN BUT TO GOD

The first Tomb of the Unknown Soldier was a sub base and a base or plinth. It was slightly smaller than the present base. This was torn away when the present Tomb was started Aug. 27, 1931. The Tomb was completed and the area opened to the public 9:15 a.m. April 9, 1932, without any ceremony. Cost of the Tomb: $48,000 Sculptor: Thomas Hudson Jones Architect: Lorimer Rich Inscription: Author Unknown

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AMERICAN REVOLUTION Women served on the battlefield as nurses, water bearers, cooks, laundresses and saboteurs.

WAR OF 1812 Mary Marshall and Mary Allen nursed aboard Commodore Stephen Decatur’s ship, United States.

CIVIL WAR Women provided casualty and nursing care to Union and Confederate troops at field hospitals and on the Union hospital ship Red Rover. Women soldiers disguised as men served on both sides. In 1866, Dr. Mary Walker received the Congressional Medal of Honor, the first and only women to receive the nation’s highest military honor.

SPANISH AMERICAN WAR More than 1,500 Army contract nurses served stateside, in Hawaii, Cuba, the Philip-pines, Puerto Rico, and on the hospital ship, Relief. 22 nurses died.

WORLD WAR I Navy and Marine Corps enlisted women to free men to fight. Army and Navy nurses served in hospitals stateside and overseas. 233 bilingual telephone operators recruited by AT&T served overseas with the US Army Signal Corps.

WORLD WAR II More than 400,000 women served in non combat jobs in the Women’s Army auxiliary Corps (WAAC) which was converted to Women’s Army Corps (WAC); Navy Women Reserves called Women Accepted for Volunteer Emergency Service (WAVES); Coast Guard SPARs; the Marine Corps Women Marine Reserves, and the women Air Force Service Pilots (WASP). 87 military women nurses were held as prisoners of war in the Pacific and Europe.

1948 The Women’s Armed Services Integration Act of 1948 granted women permanent sta-tus in the Regular and Reserves forces of the Army, Navy, Marine Corps and the Air Force.

KOREAN WAR Some 540 women served in-country, as Army and Navy nurses in MASH units, hospi-tals on hospital ships and as Air Force nurses with air evacuation units.

VIETNAM WAR About 7,500 American military women served in Southeast Asia. The majority of those that served in-country were Army nurses. 8 died.

PERSIAN GULF Over 41,000 American military women were deployed on Operation Desert Shield/Storm. 2 Army women were taken prisoner. 13 military women died.

Today Women serve in every deployment of the US military around the Globe. In Iraq, Kuwait, Haiti, Bosnia, Saudi Arabia, at the Serbian/Macedonian border, Afghanistan, Persian Gulf and elsewhere, women are serving America. They are examples to future genera-tions that securing our country's liberty and freedom is everyone's right and responsibil-ity. Women continue to serve...with honor.

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It has been an honor and a privilege to have served you as Presi-

dent of the CWV Auxiliary for the Department of Maryland for this

past year. I would like to take this opportunity to thank all my de-

partment officers and my auxiliary for their support this past year. I

hope for continued success within the department and auxiliary in

the forthcoming year. I would also like to thank the department

commander, Gil Barker.

We very diligently try to increase our membership year after year.

We know that it is always a main concern within the department to

keep the auxiliaries operating. Finally, we must continue to keep

our prayers and support for our veterans, our home, our churches

and America.

Wishing Everyone an enjoyable and successful convention.

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Nursing Leadership … an excerpt from the annals’ of Vietnam

Colonel Mildred I. Clark, Chief of the Corps from 1963 to 1967 and Colonel Anna Mae Hays, Chief of the Corps from 1967 to 1971 led the Army Nurse Corps dur-ing the Vietnam war. On 11 June 1970, COL Hays also became a Brigadier General the first woman and the first nurse in American military history to attain general officer rank. The first head-quarters position in Vietnam held by an Army Nurse was that of Nurse Consultant in the office of the Surgeon, United States Army Vietnam (USAV). She was concurrently the Chief Nurse of the 3rd Field Hospital, Saigon. In September of 1965 the Nurse Consultant became a full-time position, and in May, 1966, Headquarters, Department of the Army authorized a Nursing Division in the U.S. Army Republic of Vietnam (USARV) Surgeon’s Of-fice. The Nurse Consultant became the Chief Nurse, USARV as well as Chief Nurse of the newly operational 44th Medical Brigade. In March, 1967 the role of Assistant Chief Nurse, UASARV became operational.

The Maryland CWV membership praises all the nursing corps from the Civil War through all of our other wars, world wars, police actions, and skirmishes with a deep gratitude in our hearts and minds, we salute these gallant women for their service to our great country in time of medical need.

It is our privilege and honor to announce our Maryland Catholic War Veteran of 2014

Lt. Colonel Elizabeth Kruger, US Army (retired) A nurse’s nurse … A true American hero …

God bless her

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Commander—William Boulay 1st Vice Commander—Donna King

2nd Vice Commander—Wayne Cope 3rd Vice Commander—William Boulay

Adjutant—Bill Wood Treasurer—Gayle McAdams

Welfare Officer—John Vaccarino Historian—Bernie O’Neill Trustee—Frank Hayden

“Without morals a republic cannot subsist any length of time…” Charles Carroll of Carrollton, 1732—1832

Ellicott City, Maryland

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MEMBERSHIP - 2014

Nick Accord … Francis Andreasik … Anthony Augustyniak … Thomas Badoniec

Richard Bamberger … Gilbert Barker … Edward Bartosz … Edward Biernacki

Ron Birdick … Matthew Bogdan … Joseph Brzuchalski … Milton Brzozowski

Raymond Callegary … Deacon Al Chesnavage … Leonard Chmielewski

Gary Cockran … Stas Chrzanowski … Anthony Crivello … Joseph Cromier

Walter Czawlytko … Richard Damesyn … Anthony Denardo

Rev. Berard Dudek OFM Conv … Jim Gay … William Eagers

Rev. Dennis Grumsey OFM Conv … John Fair … Charles Fairley

Glen Fleischman … Paul Geppert … Raymond Glock … Michael Golabowski

Leo Heaney … Al Graziano, Frank Gontasz … Joseph Imberowicz

Stanley Jakielski … William Jester … Michael Kaminski … Leonard Kaskie

Louis Knoedler … Anthony Kosbia … Chester Kosbia … Joseph Koubek

Eugene Kozera … Michael Lerie … Thomas Lipka … Robert Lomonico

Edwin Majgraf … Paul Manager …. Albert McDermott … Donald McKenny

Frank Skalski … Bernard Milosavich … Bernie Niedzialkowski

Rev. Michael Orchik … Leo Pawelczyk … Joseph Pietanza ... Irving Porter

Bernard Pulz … Edward Rybczynski … Mark Sherman … Ronald Schmidt

Francis Sherry … Michael Smertycha … Stanley Smoter … Harry Thomas

Ronald Stachowski … Walter Stankowski … Joseph Sufczynski

Franklin Taylor … Joseph Teramani … Thomas Ward … Donald Dewar

Raymond Weber … Milton Weitzel … Grant Whiteley … Casimir Zacharski

Joseph Zarachowicz … Francis Zebron … Ronald Willey …

POST 1764 (ST. CASIMIR)

POST 766 (ST. PATRICK’S)

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Post meets every 1st Monday of the month @ 12Noon

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All Veterans Are Welcomed!!!

God Bless Our Veterans & Keep Them Safe

We Pray For World Peace!!!

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St. Casimir Catholic War Veterans Post 1764

Chaplain – Fr. Dennis Grumsey OFM, Conv

Commander – Joseph Zarachowicz

1st Vice Commander - Gil Barker

2nd Vice Commander – Mike Smertycha

3rd Vice Commander – Gil Barker

Welfare Officer – Bernie Milosavich

Historian – Ron Stachowski

Treasurer – Mike Smertycha

Judge Advocate – Irv Porter

Officer Of The Day – Bernie Niedzialkowski

Adjutant- Joseph Sufczynski

Trustee – 3 yr. – Stas Chrzanowski

Trustee – 2 yr. – William Eagers

Trustee – 1 yr. – Joseph Imbierowicz

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Treasurer TBD

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3-Year Trustee Francis Rubin

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Chaplain Rev. John J. Bauer ASSOCIATE CHAPLAINS

Post CMDR Milton A. Feliberty Rev. Msgr. John L. Fitzgerald

1st Vice Cmdr Raymond J. Astor Rev David Carey

2nd Vice Cmdr James Sparks Rev. Joseph Breighner

3rd Vice Cmdr Milton A. Feliberty Rev. William Franken

Adjutant Dave Clark Rev. David Carey

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Catholic War Veterans

Msgr. Hugh J. Monaghan

Maryland Post #736

“Bound by a greater spirit of faith and patriotism… that we may be of greater service to God, Country, and to one another.”

Congratulations on &

Best Wishes for a Successful 2014 Department of Maryland State Convention

May we remember that the freedoms we enjoy in our most gracious home, the United States of America, did not come without a price. May

the Lord bless all those who served, all those who continue to serve, and the families that those serving left behind. May we never forget.

Post #736 Meetings

Where: St. Charles Borromeo Parish Meeting Room

101 Church Lane - Baltimore MD

When: 1st Wednesday of each month @ 2PM

COME JOIN US! Post Commander – Leo Welsh

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Joe & Joanne Zarachowicz

Sends Congratulations * Blessings to the

CWV of Maryland on their Convention

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Best Wishes for a Successful Convention

The Jarosinski Family Jean

Mike & Judy ~ Michele, Chris, Amy

Kathie ~ Katie

Jean ~ Laura, Michael, Kristina

Janet & Jean ~ Lisa, Josh, Iris & Jacob

Tim & Kelley & Lindsay & Sienna

Russell & Sandy ~ Jason, Charlotte & Rayna & Kiaden

Julie, Sean & Ryan

Jeff & Susan ~ Sarah, Rebekah, Jennah

Judy & Mark ~ Rachel

In Memory of John Jarosinski & Stephanie Jarosinski

Special ‘kudos’ to CWV/Auxiliary volunteers that were acknowledged at the recent 2013—2014 VA Volunteer Awards Banquet

Leading the Maryland CWV/Auxiliary contingent of volunteer hours & years are:

Jean Jarosinski ~ Geraldine Jedlicka ~ Eleanor Mannarino ~ Thelma Bailey ~ Bernie Milosavich ~ Geraldine Clark & Gil Barker.

This group represents more than 10 years of volunteer efforts & over 24,000 of VA donated hours.

Best Wishes to all Auxiliary and CWV Members

Milton & Alicia Felibertya

Liana Feliberty

Adina Feliberty & Kevin Feliberty

Gabrielle Feliberty

In Memory … Hope Helena Feliberty

Our lives are complemented & made

richer by the sprit of Volunteerism..

Thank YOU for what you do for our

Veterans.

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Chairman Frank Bennett (VFW)

Vice Chairman Andy Martel (AMVETS)

Treasurer Raymond A. Chatary (MCL)

Chaplain Gilbert T. Barker (CWV)

Judge Advocate Victor Fuentealba (MOPH)

Secretary Raymond A. Chatary (MCL)

Sergeant At Arms Robert West (VFW)

Jr. Past Chairman, JVC Robert L. Wilcoxen (DAV)

Chief of Staff Mike “Maddog” Sater (DAV)

STATE COMMANDERS 2013 –14

AMVETS Harold Karn

Catholic War Veterans Gilbert Barker

Disabled American Veterans Lamarr Couser

Marine Corps League Stuart Blair

Military Order of the Purple Heart C. Neoclis Kryiazis

Veterans of Foreign Wars H. Steve Mason

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The Families of Goralski & Poggioli

May the ladies of the CWV Auxiliary enjoy themselves

while attending their 63rd Annual Convention –

God Bless them for all that do for our Veterans !!

Marion G. Poggioli … Ann Poggioli … Charles A. Poggioli Jr.

Timothy Poggioli … Maria Poggioli .. Mark W. Goralski … Tyler Goralski

Destiny Goralski .. Lynn M. Goralski .. Justina Goralski

Spencer Goralski .. Cameron Goralski .. Beth Flaherty

In Memory

of our beloved son,

Bernie L. Birdick

You are etched in

our hearts, forever…..

Mom & Dad

Monica — Ron Birdick

The McMann Family Dorothy S. McMann

Carlee & Joseph Crostic Douglas & Angelika McMann

Barbara & Lenzenweger

Wishes Everyone a Successful Convention.. God Bless ALL our veterans. May the wind always be at your back. Walking the pathway of the Lord

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Tribute to My Son...

Master Gunnery Sergeant

Dan Barker - USMC

Tribute to my son ... Master Gunnery

Sergeant Dan Barker - USMC ...

Heading West to 29 Palms CA - home

for the next several years ... Hoorah to him and

all the EOD Marines currently stationed with

him ... Semper Fi ... Getting closer to thirty in

the Corps … Lets all of us wish him good fortune

and a safe & healthy tour.

The O’Malley Family

Best wishes for a successful CWV Auxiliary Convention & God bless all

our United States’ veterans !! May you always be on the Lord’s pathway.

Betty O’Malley

Terry & Woody Francis

Joseph & Linda O’Malley

Robert & Beth O’Malley … David & Lisa O’Malley …

Brenda O’Malley

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Best Wishes For A Successful Convention

from the Officers and Members of

AMVETS Baltimore Post #8

Meetings: First Friday of each month

Time: 1PM Where: VFW #9083 Hall

8123 Harford Road Baltimore, Maryland 21234

AMERICAN VETERANS OF WWII, KOREA,

VIETNAM, IRAQ, AFGHANSTAN

THE FRIENDS, OFFICERS AND MEMBERS OF

SGT. HENRY GUNTHER VFW POST #1858 Baltimore, Maryland

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE CATHOLIC WAR

VETERANS ON THE OCCASION OF THEIR OCEAN CITY, MD ANNUAL CONVENTION

GOD BLESS THEM …

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68th

ANNUAL

CATHOLIC WAR VETERANS

ANNUAL CONVENTION 2014

Irving C. J. Porter and Associates

All Gave Some – Some Gave All!!! Good night, God Bless you, and

God Bless the United States of America!

Godspeed our Troops around the Globe – especially

those in harm’s way – by virtue of their service and

sacrifice we continue to live in Freedom!

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IN MEMORY OF

STEPHEN J. LESNIEWSKI, SR. BY HIS BELOVED WIFE HELEN

& CHILDREN

2ND VICE COMMANDER

ST.CASIMIR/ST. PATRICKS POST 766

BALTIMORE MARYLAND “MAY HE REST IN THE TRANQUILITY OF GOD’S

HOUSE”

A FRIEND FOR LIFE …

A SPECIAL REQUIM FOR ESTELLE WEBER

THIS YEAR, GOD’S CALL CAME EARLY FOR OUR

BELOVED FRIEND, MIDGE, AFFECTIONALLY CALLED BY HER

LOVING MEMBERS OF THE CATHOLIC WAR VETERANS AUXILIA-

RY – POST #1575. MIDGE WAS A MEMBER OF THE CWVA FOR

OVER 40 YEARS, HOLDING OFFICER POSITIONS AS TREASURER

POST #1575 AND AUXILIARY PRESIDENT – MONSIGNOR ZINK-

HAND POST #1837.

MIDGE LEFT A SPECIAL IMPRINT ON OUR LIVES … ALWAYS

WITH A KIND WORD FOR ALL … A DEAR FRIEND FOR

LIFE … MIDGE WAS SUCH A GENTLE SPIRIT WITH A

GLOWING SMILE AND EXTREMELY ACTIVE IN SERV-

ING OUR VETERANS … “THAT WAS OUR MIDGE” …

WE WILL REMEMBER HER FOREVER AS SHE DWELLS

IN THE ARMS OF OUR LOVING JESUS ... MAY SHE EN-

JOY THE COMFORTS OF GOD’S HOME – HEAVEN …

UNTIL WE MET AGAIN …

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Congratulations and Best Wishes to the Maryland Department of the

Catholic War Veterans for a Successful 68

th State Convention

Heavenly Father, we come to you this week asking for your guidance, wisdom, and support as we begin this convention. Help us to engage in meaningful discussion; allow us to grow closer as a group and nurture the bonds of community. Fill us

with your grace, Lord God, as we make decisions. And continue to remind us that all that we do here this week, all that we ac-complish, is for the pursuit of truth for the greater glory of You, and for the service of humanity. We ask these things in your

name, Amen.

Wayne & Cathy Cope CWV Post #1961

Charles Carroll Post

God ~~~ Country ~~~ Family

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ANNUAL

CATHOLIC WAR VETERANS

ANNUAL CONVENTION 2014

Irving C. J. Porter and Associates

It is the soldier, not the President who gives US Democracy. It is the soldier, not the Congress who takes Care of US. It is the soldier, not the Reporter who has given us Freedom of Press. It is the soldier, not the Poet who has given us Freedom of Speech. It is the soldier, not the campus [community] Organizer who has given us the Freedom to Demonstrate. It is the soldier, who salutes the flag; who serves beneath the flag, and whose coffin is draped by the flag, that allows the protester to burn the flag. ~ Father Dennis O’Brien, US Marine Corp. Chaplain

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St. Casimir Church 2900 O’Donnell St. Baltimore, MD 21224 www.stcasimir.org

Shrine of the Little Flower 3500 Belair Rd. Baltimore, MD 21213 http://shrineofthelittleflower.org

Our Lady of Hope 1727 Lynch Rd. Baltimore, MD 21222 www.ourladyofhopedundalk.com

St. Brigid Church 900 S. East Ave. Baltimore, MD 21224 www.saintbrigid-canton.com

The Basilica of the National Shrine Of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary 409 Cathedral St. Baltimore, MD 21201 www.baltimorebasilica.org

CWV—MD Connecting with Local Parishes

God - Country - Family

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Heavenly Father, we ask for guidance, wisdom,

and support for the members of the Maryland

Department of the Catholic War Veterans and

Auxiliary during their annual convention. Help

them to engage in meaningful discussion; allow them to grow closer

as a group and nurture the bonds of community. Continue to remind

them that all that they do, all that they accomplish, is for the pursuit

of truth for the greater glory of You, and for the service of humanity.

We ask these things in your name, Amen.

Congratulations on the occasion of your Department’s 68th and 63rd

Auxiliary Conventions. I pray for your members and their families and

hope that God showers you with the knowledge and faithfulness to

achieve a your goals.

Rev. Joseph G. Bochenek, Pastor

Congratulations CWV Department of Maryland on the occasion of the

68th Annual Convention. May all join together to foster love for God,

Our Country and Our Families. We pray for a successful convention.

To ALL the women and men who selflessly served America, both

past and present, we give honor and appreciation for their

commitment to freedom, our Nation and its citizens.

May God Bless our Service Women and Men, Veterans and their

families. And May God Bless America!

Mike, Alice (Sam), Raatjes

One Nation… Under God….Indivisible...

Visit us on the web @ www.saintbriggid-canton.com

St. Brigid Catholic Church 900 S. East Ave.

Baltimore, MD 21224 www.saintbrigid-canton.com

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Joe Sufczynski & Joan Whitehurst

St. Casimir/St. Patrick’s

Catholic War Veterans

Post #766

USS MEREDITH – DD890 Named for Sgt. Jonathan Meredith USMC (Barbary Wars)

Destroyer Squadron 6

68TH ANNUAL CWV CONVENTION …

WISHING ALL MY COMRADES & FRIENDS –

GOOD HEALTH & GOOD TIMES …

3 hots and a cot … join the NAVY and see the World …

ANCHORS AWEIGH …

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FR. MICHAEL J. ORCHIK , PASTOR

THE SHRINE OF THE LITTLE FLOWER

“Love alone have I ever given to the

good God; with love He will repay me. “

St. Therese, The Little Flower

Almighty GOD; we make our earnest

prayer that Thou wilt keep the United States in Thy holy protection, that thou wilt incline the hearts of the citizens to cultivate a spirit of subordination and obedience to government; and entertain a brotherly affection and love for one another and for their fellow citizens of the United States of America at large. And finally that Thou wilt most graciously be pleased to dispose us all to do justice, to love mercy and

to demean ourselves with that charity, humility and pacific temper of mind which were the characteristics of The Divine Author of our blessed religion, and without whose example in these things we can never hope to be a happy nation. Grant our supplication, we beseech thee, through Jesus Christ Our Lord. Amen (George Washington)

FR. CONAN H. TIMONEY, PASTOR

PATRONAGE OF THE MOTHER OF GOD

CATHOLIC CHURCH ~ Byzantine Rite

1260 Stevens Avenue

Baltimore, MD 21227

Byzantine is a way of Life.. Come Join US

FR. DENNIS GRUMSEY, O.F.M. CONV.

PASTOR, ST. CASIMIIR CATHOLIC CHURCH

Saint Casimir, help us to remember that

our true King is Jesus Christ and always

serve him with joy and love. Help us to

turn to our true Father for guidance and

protection. Amen

CWV Department of Maryland Chaplains

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ONE VOICE

May the God of endurance and encouragement grant you to think in har-mony* with one another, in keeping with Christ Jesus, that with one accord

you may with ONE VOICE glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus

Christ —Romans 15:5-6

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God Bless the USA … wishing good fortune and much

success for a Fantastic CWV’s Department of

Maryland convention … may all the newly elected MD

State Department Officers find enjoyment in serving

our veterans into the next year …

Gil Barker & Gerry Jedlicka

CWV Post #1764 … Baltimore, MD

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War, Sweet War, What sort of mistress are you

That you can be pursued By all those beautiful boys? … Polish Military Folklore

Walter D. Czawlytko … 1

st person left & Crew

WWII veteran – POW – Stalag Luft IV – Left Wing Gunner B-24 Liberator … named Abel Mabel Endured the ‘German’s Death March’

Praying to our very Blessed Virgin Mary for his survival … a miracle

of sorts … the sweet young boy from Canton turned into a man quickly as the ticking of war minutes gave him no choice …

A true love story … marrying his childhood sweetheart – Marie –

raising a large family – 4 sons & 1 daughter … 9 granddaughters & 5 grandsons … The Czawlytko family epitomizes the “Catholic Family”

in every true sense of its meaning …

MAY GOD CONTINUE TO BLESS THIS GREAT AMERICAN HERO & HIS FAMILY

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Post 736 Msgr. Hugh Monaghan PO Box 252 Woodstock, MD 21163

Post 1841 Fitzgerald-Moore Memorial

PO Box 178 Aberdeen, MD 21001

Post 766/Post 1764 St. Casimir/St. Patrick's 2736 O'Donnell Street Baltimore, MD 21224

Post 1924 Robert T. O'Leary

5256 Millield Road Baltimore, MD 21237

Post 1575 Old Town Post 7229 Harford Rd Baltimore, MD 21231

Post 1961 Charles Carroll

Our Lady of Perpetual Help 4795 Ilchester Road

Ellicott City, MD 21043

Post 1965 Saint Mary Church

109 Duke of Gloucester St. Annapolis, MD 21401

CATHOLIC WAR VETERANS

OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, INC.

DEPARTMENT OF MARYLAND

MARYLAND POSTS

68th Convention Committee Alice (Sam) Raatjes — Program Book

Carolyn Krausch & Lorraine Satterfield – Cocktail Hour Reception Lorraine Satterfield – Auxiliary Chairlady

Gerry Jedlicka – Special Advisor Joe Zarachowicz – Master of Ceremonies

Jean Jarosinski & Mike Smertycha – Memorial Service Gil Barker-Chairperson

Our “sincere thanks” to the many advertisers who have supported this program book. It is our turn to illustrate our thankfulness by

patronizing & recommending these advertisers.

Visit us @ www.cwvmd.org Email us @ cwvmd@yahoo.com

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MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION

Check this option if you do not have a local Post in your area. Annual dues are currently $25.00 per year. Please remit payment with this application.

If checked, this application will be forwarded to the Post nearest to your home address. Upon receipt, you will be contacted by that local Post. When your membership is approved and they have processed your dues payment, your membership card will be given or sent to you by them. Annual dues vary according to Post, Chapter, and Department dues structures, but will not be more than $50.00.

c/o Gil Barker, MD State Commander

9511 Kingscroft Terrace Apt-P Perry Hall, MD 21128

The payment of your annual membership dues covering the fiscal year from October 1st to September 30th includes $2.00 of your subscription to "The Catho-lic War Veteran" National publication.

Name

Address

City

State & Zip

Date of Birth

Branch of Service

Service Serial #

Character of Discharge

Signature & Date

Email Address & Phone

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Registration Delegates

Call to Order by Chairlady Lorraine Satterfield, PNP

Presentation of National President Susan Ranno

Presentation of Department President Carolyn Krausch

Roll Call of Officers & Auxiliaries Dorothy McMann

Preliminary Credential Report Dorothy McMann

Adoption of Rules Dorothy McMann

Reports/Committees

By-Laws Geraldine Clark

Resolutions Marion Poggioli

REPORTS OF OFFICERS, CHAIRPERSONS & AWARDS

Catholic Action Elizabeth Kruger

Americanism Gerry Clark

Membership Dorothy McMann

Youth Program Betty O’Malley

Welfare Alicia Feliberty

Ritual Officer Jean Jarosinski

Directions Report Marion Poggioli

Finance Lorraine Satterfield

Administration Dorothy McMann

HOSPITAL REPORTS

Baltimore VAMC-BRECC Jean Jarosinski

Perry Point VAMC Carolyn Krausch

President’s Report Carolyn Krausch

Greetings National

Auxiliary President

Susan Ranno

Unfinished Business—New Business—Good of the Order

Final Credentials Report Election & Installation of Officers

Adjournment

8:30AM — Breakfast

9:30AM — Business Session

Auxiliary—Department of Maryland

64th

Convention

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OFFICERS — 2013 — 2014

PRESIDENT Carolyn Krausch

1ST VICE COMMANDER Elizabeth Kruger

2ND VICE COMMANDER Dorothy McMann

3RD VICE COMMANDER Betty O'Malley

SECRETARY Dorothy McMann

TREASURER Lorraine Satterfield

WELFARE OFFICER Alicia Feliberty

AMERICANISM CHAIRLADY Geraldine Clark

RITUAL OFFICER Jean Jarosinski

HISTORIAN Monica Krausch

3-YR DIRECTOR Geraldine Clark

2-YR DIRECTOR Marian Poggioli

1-YR DIRECTOR Dorothy McMann

CHAPLAIN Rev. Conan Timoney

VAVS REPRESENTATIVES

Baltimore VAMC Jean Jarosinski

BRECC Jean Jarosinski & Geraldine Clark

Perry Point VAMC Carolyn Krausch & Elizabeth Kruger

PAST DEPARTMENT PRESIDENTS

Inez Everd Loraine Satterfield, PNP Eleanor Mannarino

Elizabeth Kruger Jean Jarosinski

Deceased Past Department Presidents

Irene Hennnigan, PNP Gertrude Durkin Myrtle Crandell

Helen Koerner Helen Fischer Vivian Greif

Dolores Stadler, PNP Mae Schackert, PNP

CWV ~ Auxiliary Department of Maryland

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DEPARTMENT OF MARYLAND ~ OFFICERS 2014 ~ 2014

STATE COMMANDER Gilbert Barker

1ST VICE COMMANDER Joseph Sufczynski

2ND VICE COMMANDER Michael Smertycha

3RD VICE COMMANDER Bill Boulay

ADJUTANT Joseph Zarachowicz

ASSISTANT ADJUTANT Herb Markowski

TREASURER Gilbert Barker

JUDGE ADVOCATE Irv Porter

WELFARE OFFICER Bernie Milosavich

OFFICER OF THE DAY Walter “Ron: Birdick

SERVICE OFFICER Ray Williams

3-YR TRUSTEE Richard Damesyn, Leo Welsh

2-YR TRUSTEE Wayne Cope, Milton Feliberty

1-YR TRUSTEE Bill Wood

CHAPLAINS Rev. Conan Timoney

Rev. Michael Orchik

Rev. Dennis Grumsey, OFM Conv.

WEB SITE ADMINISTRATOR Alice “Sam” Raatjes

John Jarosinski* Thomas M. Bailey James P. Lazzatti* Vincent Zito* Anthony Azzarello* Henry C. Einolf* Robert T. O'Leary* James J. Pizzillo* Walter D. Hyle, Jr* Paul P. Zawicki* Edward Koritzer* Gilbert R. Polasky*

James M. Gay

William Stumpf* Joseph B. Koeber*

Adam Szczepaniak* John E. Satterfield*

Vito A. Giorgio* Thomas Kresina*

David Bennett* Paul R. Legrand*

William H. Hinzman* John J. Pawlak*

William J. Lockwood* * Denotes Deceased

PAST STATE COMMANDERS

Catholic War Veterans of the United States of America, Inc.

Chartered by Congress ~ 17 August 1984

Visit us @ www.cwvmd.org Email us @ cwvmd@yahoo.com

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THURSDAY ~ MAY 15, 2014

8:30AM ~ Breakfast

10:30AM ~ Business Sessions

4PM ~ Annual Convention Mass

6PM ~ Reception—Reception—Cocktails—Hors d’oeuvres

7PM ~ Dinner

Introduction ~ Master of Ceremonies ~ Joseph Zarachowicz

Invocation ~ Fr. Conan Timoney

Pledge of Allegiance

Introduction of Dias & Other Guests

National Commander ~ James Finkel, Sr.

National Auxiliary President ~ Susan Ranno

Department Auxiliary President ~ Carolyn Krausch

Secretary, MDVA ~ Edward Chow, Jr.

Director VAHCS ~ Dennis H. Smith

Department Commander ~ Gil Barker

Maryland Catholic War Veterans Post Awards & “Veteran of the Year”

Closing Ceremony: Benediction ~ Fr. Dennis Grumsey

Colors

WEDNESDAY ~ MAY 14, 2014

6PM ~ Cocktails

7PM ~ Dinner Honoring Commander & President

Joint Opening Session

Posting of Colors ~ Invocation ~ Pledge of Allegiance

Welcome Address ~ Joseph Zarachowicz (Chairperson)

Introduction of Dais & Dignitaries & Other Guests

Greetings ~ Gil Barker (Dept of MD State Commander)

Welcome Address ~ Lorraine Satterfield (Auxiliary Chairperson, PNP)

Greetings ~ Carolyn Krausch (Dept of MD Auxiliary President)

National Auxiliary President ~ Susan Ranno

National CWV Commander ~ James Finkel, Sr. Memorial Service

Honoring comrades that past into God’s heavenly gates Dinner ~ Benediction ~ Closing ~ Colors

Program—68th Annual Convention Catholic War Veterans of the United States of America, Inc.

Department of Maryland

Chartered by Congress ~ 17 August 1984

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THURSDAY ~ MAY 15, 2014

9:30 AM Registration

10:30AM Business Sessions

Call to Order

Prepare Altar

Opening Prayer ~ Pledge of Allegiance

Roll Call of Sate Officers & Maryland State Posts

Adoption of Convention Rules

MARYLAND SATE OFFICERS REPORTS

Welfare Officer and VAVS Officer

Historian

3rd Vice Commander

2nd Vice Commander

1st Vice Commander

Financial Report

Commander’s Report

COMMITTEES REPORTS

Constitution ~ By Laws

Auditing

Trustees

Resolutions ~ Time & Place

Unfinished Business

New Business

Nomination Report

Good of the Order

Election on Nominated State Officer

Closing of the Convention

Retirement of Colors

Program—68th Annual Convention Catholic War Veterans of the United Sates of America, INC.

Department of Maryland

Chartered by Congress ~ 17 August 1984