| Event: | 36th Infantry Division Change of Command |
| Date: | October 14th 2007 |
| Location: | Camp Mabry, Austin, Texas |
| Description: |
LSMVPA was invited to the change of command ceremony to provide a timeline static display, and to provide a suitable historic military vehicle from which the generals could review the troops. The morning was perfect- sunny and warm, but not hot. By the appointed time of 8:30am we had a good lineup, with the members in uniforms correct for the period of their vehicles. WWII was represented by Ward B, Glen V, Tim W, Jeff M, and Fred H with their Jeeps. The Korean era was represented by Rick H with his M38A1 and Madison H with his M37. Vietnam was represented by Danny with his M37. The Cold War era was represented by Jeff L with his M35A2, and Rory C with son David in the M813A1. The Guard provided the ‘modern’ display with several Humvees, an LMTV, a Bradley ICV, an M1A tank, and a UH-60 Blackhawk helicopter. In the finest military style, the oaths were taken, medals exchanged, cannons fired in salute, and the Division colours changed hands. Then Madison’s immaculate M37, suitably adorned with two and three star generals plates, was driven front and center. The generals climbed aboard and were driven past the the troop formation. Afterwards the speeches were given and the ceremony came to an end. Our static display was popular and drew many lookers. Once the numbers dwindled, everyone loaded up and headed home. A lot of praise and gratitude for the LSMVPA display was received from various Army brass. Overall, a great event, and a good showing by the club. |
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| Ward's MB | Jeff M's MB | Glens Jeep | Fred's Navy Jeep | Ricks M38A1 |
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| Dannys M37B1 | Madisons M37 with generals plates | Jeff Ls M35A2 | Rory's M813A1 | Most of our lineup on place |
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| Madisons M37 in the Guard lineup | Gen Mayorgas Humvee | Bradley ICV | M1A | Cargo Humvee |
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| Radar Humvee | Turtleback Humvee | LMTV 2.5 ton | UH-60 Blackhawk | Davey, Jeff L, John C, Sgt T |
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| Madison, Jeff L, Davey | Davey in the UH-60 | Colour Guard | Division Staff | Troops in Formation |
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| Generals boarding | Ready..... | Set..... | Generals on board | Troop review |
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| Troop review | At Ease! | Lineup | DRASH Tent | Davey plus LMTV |
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| Blachhawk almost ready | I'm going too! | |||