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CONNECTICUT VETERANS WARTIME SERVICE MEDAL
Recently the Department of Veterans’ Affairs mailed the Connecticut Veterans’ Wartime Service Medal to approximately 288 South Windsor veterans who had submitted applications for the award. The South Windsor Patriotic Commission wishes to appropriately recognize those veterans, by holding a ceremony, during our Armed Forces Day Picnic in the Park scheduled to on Saturday, May 19, 2007. Any South Windsor veteran who has received their medal and wishes to have it presented on Saturday, May 19, 2007, must send name, address, and period of wartime service i.e. World War II, Korea, etc., to the Town of South Windsor, Attn: Patriotic Commission, 1540 Sullivan Avenue, South Windsor, Connecticut 06074 no later than 30 April, 2007. Veterans will then be notified by mail with specifics regarding the
ceremony. The medals resulting from future applications will be issued directly to the Patriotic Commission and awarded at an appropriate ceremony held on Armed Forces Day or Memorial Day each year. The South Windsor Patriotic Commission recommends that all veterans, whether eligible for the wartime medal or not, fill out the application and enroll in the Connecticut Service member and Veteran Registry.
Soldiers' Sailors' and Marines' Fund (SSMF)
The Soldiers', Sailors', and Marines Fund (SSMF) is an agency of the State of Connecticut established to assist needy wartime veterans and their families which by statute is administered by the American Legion. Anyone wishing assistance should contract Mr. Fred Edlund, American Legion Post #133 Service Officer, at (860) 289-4519.
Connecticut Veterans Wartime Service Medal and Servicemember and Veteran Registry Application
PURPOSE: The purpose of the Connecticut Servicemember and Veteran Registry is to create a contact list to facilitate notification of servicemembers and veterans as to military and veteran benefits and other useful information. The contact list contains only the names and mailing addresses of servicemembers and veterans who reside in this state. The registry will be compiled using information contained in the Department of Veterans’ Affairs’ records and information submitted by (1) the Military Department, (2) the assessor of each town and (3) servicemembers or veterans using this application. Information contained in the registry is not subject to public disclosure.
All Connecticut servicemembers and veterans are eligible to enroll in the Connecticut Servicemember and Veteran Registry. Connecticut servicemembers and veterans who do not qualify for the Connecticut Wartime Veteran Service Medal may use this application for the sole purpose of enrolling in the Connecticut Servicemember and Veteran Registry. Applicants must provide proof of service (discharge documentation for veterans or a copy of military identification card for currently serving members).
South Windsor Patriotic Commission Update
Spring is just around the corner and the South Windsor Patriotic Commission is working on its semi-annual upgrade of the Memorial patio at Veterans Memorial Park. If you haven’t purchased a brick for the patio, now is the time to do it. It will make an excellent birthday or Father’s Day gift. We have many bricks available for engraving and having an engraved brick for every South Windsor veteran would make our Memorial Patio unique. Applications for bricks must be received by May 1st, in order to have the bricks in place by Memorial Day. Monday, May 28, 2007. Applications are available at the Town Manager’s and Town Clerk offices. For information or questions, you can contact Herbert ASP Lund at 644-0881 or the Commission at 644-9821.
Plans are being formulated for this year’s Armed Forces Day Picnic in the Park. We will recognize all branches of the military. Bring your picnic baskets, blankets, chairs and enjoy the music and displays honoring the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard and our State Militia. We will also recognize all veterans who have received the Connecticut Veterans Wartime Service Medal. Any veteran, who has received his Connecticut Veterans Wartime Service medal and wishes to be recognized, should contact the Patriotic Commission by writing to the Town of South Windsor, Attn: Patriotic Commission, 1540 Sullivan Ave, South Windsor, CT 06074. The evening will conclude with our magnificent firework display. Refreshment will also be available at a nominal fee.
Our Memorial Day parade will be held on Monday, May, 28, 2007. The parade will start at 10:00 AM and end in the vicinity of Veterans Memorial Park, We hope that all South Windsor veterans of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom will join us and march a group. The parade will be followed by a ceremony at Veterans Memorial Park. Organization wishing to participate in the parade can contact the Commission Chairman at 644-9821.
Winter is almost over and the wind and weather has been hard on the American flags that are being display throughout the Town. If your flag is no longer suitable for display, you can bring it to our flag collection box at the South Windsor Public Library. Please make sure that it is not fastened to any poles or sticks. The Patriotic Commission, in conjunction with American Legion Post 133, will retire all worn and torn flags collected at the Library on Saturday, June16, 2007, at the Central Fire House on Ellington Road, at 10:00 AM.
All South Windsor Veterans are encouraged to take advantage of all veterans or entitlements, especially their benefits at the VA Hospital in Newington. If veterans are not sure of their tax entitlements, they should call the Tax Collectors Office; or for VA benefits call COL(Ret) Daniel L. McHale, State Benefits Advocate for Connecticut at 860-524-4908.
October 30, 2008
South Windsor residents who have served, or are currently serving, in either “Operation Iraqi Freedom,” or “Operation Nobel Eagle” or are serving in the military in support of our country.
U.S. Marine Corps
Colonel Lewis A. Craparotta
Lance Corporal Jeff J. Wilson
Lance Corporal Matthew Blank
Lance Corporal Timothy R. Huff
Lance Corporal Brian D. Warren
U. S. Army
Sergeant Peter Lugo
Captain John C. Griswold
Captain. Nicholas M. Hermes
Captain Glen MacDonald
Lieutenant Colonel William MacDonald
Sergeant First Class Paul Mozzicato
1st Lieutenant Patrick Motto
Staff Sergeant Abraham R. Kyc
Sgt. 1st Class Gerald Osterloh
Capt. Benjamin Cross, Infantry Division
Colonel Alan Witkin
1st Lt. Laura Cross, U. S. Army, Military Intelligence
Lieutenant Colonel Brian DiCiancia, Army Medical Services Corps
U. S. Navy
Petty Officer 3rd Class Quoc-Tuan Nguyen
Petty Officer 2nd Class Stephen J. Marchesseault
Intelligence Specialist Petty Officer 2nd Class Robynne Martino
Lieutenant Jason L. Davidson
U. S. AIR FORCE
Airman Matthew DeVeau
U. S. COAST GUARD
Petty Officer 1st Class Peter L. Jennings
U.S. AIR FORCE RESERVE
Master Sgt. Ronald Buonanducci
Airman 1st Class David Prague
U. S. ARMY RESERVE
1st Sergeant Luis M. Poma, 411th Civil Affairs Battalion, (2nd tour)
CONNECTICUT ARMY NATIONAL GUARD
E-4 Specialist John-David Colon
Specialist Daniel L. Eichner
Staff Sergeant James Donlin
Sergeant Michael P. Brown
Specialist Dennis M. Boehm
Specialist James F. Gallo
CAPTAIN Corey Holmes
Sergeant First Class Brian T. Tripp
Master Sergeant Christine R. Pellitier
Sergeant First Class William Langton
First Sergeant John Stonoha, 141st Medical Company
Major Donald J. Slater, 118th Medical Battalion
Lieutenant Colonel Scott C. Simmons
Major Gregory A. Thibodeau, First Battalion 102nd Infantry
Spc. Benjamin A. Pitz, 1st Battalion, 102nd Infantry,
Staff Sergeant Michael Ostrowski
N O T E!!!
If there are any additions, or changes—such as a change in “rank” or “theatre of operation”--for those service people noted here, that you would like corrected, please let us know by calling Bob Moeller, of theSouth Windsor’s Patriotic Commission, at 644-9821; or the Town Council Office 644-2511, Ext. 206; or E-Mail at towncouncil@southwindsor.org. We would like to keep this list as accurate and up-to-date as possible in deference to our service men and women. Thank you for helping us out!
The National Personnel Records Center (NPRC) is working to make it easier for veterans with computers and Internet access to obtain copies of documents form this military files. Military veterans and the next of kin of deceased former military members may now use a new online military personnel records system to request documents. Other individuals with a need for documents must still complete the Standard Form 180, which can be downloaded from the online web site. The new web-based application was designed to better service on these requests by eliminating the records center processing time. Also, because the requester will be asked to supply all information essential for NPRC to process the request, delays that normally occur, when NPRC has to ask veterans for additional information, will be minimized.
Veterans and next of kin may access this application at http://www.vetrecs.archives.gov
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The Blue Star Banner was originally designed and patented in 1917 by World War I Army Captain Robert L. Queissner of the 5th Ohio Infantry. The red-bordered banners with a blue or gold star in a field of white are displayed in the windows of the homes of service-members’ families. During World War II, banners could be purchased at five-&-dimes and local hardware stores. In more recent years, Legion posts have distributed them. The American Legion rejuvenated the Blue Star Banner program following the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.~ South Windsor families who have someone serving on active duty may obtain the Blue Star Banner by calling Roger H. Anderson, American Legion Post 133, at 860-528-4338. The American Legion Post 133 is providing the banners free of charge.
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The South Windsor Patriotic Commission is planning to establish an area in the Town Hall to honor all the men and women, living in South Windsor, who are currently serving in the Armed Forces.
The Patriotic Commission would like to display the names of South Windsor residents, who are serving on active duty, accompanied by a photograph (in uniform). If possible, we would also like to identify the area were the service member is stationed or serving. However, in the interest of privacy, the individual’s home address will not be included. This program is completely voluntary and limited to the residents of the Town of South Windsor. It is the desire of the Patriotic Commission that these young men and women receive the recognition and honor that they so rightly deserve.
For questions, you may contact either Commission member Herbert Asplund at 648-9698 or Commission Chairman Robert Moeller at 644-9821.
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"From the Department of Defense - June 25, 2000
U.S. veterans of the Korean War are now eligible to wear a medal initially offered to them more than 50 years ago, but never issued.
In a May 13, 2000, letter to Defense Secretary William S. Cohen, Republic of Korea Defense Minister Seong Tae Cho formally announced that his government would provide the Republic of Korea War Service Medal (ROKWSM) to eligible U.S. veterans of that conflict, or to their surviving next of kin. The medal will be provided at no cost to veterans. The U.S. Air Force has been designated the lead agency to receive and distribute the medals. " |
Korean War veterans or primary next of kin who wish to apply for the Korean War Service Medal, may obtain a Information & Fact Sheet and Veteran Request Form by calling Patriotic Commission Chairman Robert C. Moeller at 644-9821.
For additional information (and the complete text of the article quoted above) visit
The Patriotic Commission was establish to recognize, accommodate and foster pride and patriotism among the citizens of South Windsor in our nation, our state and our Town; and demonstrate evidence thereof, through the development and conduct of programs and activities.
The Commission conducts five annual programs each calendar year. The first event of the year is our annual Picnic-In-The Park, in honor of our Armed Forces, which is normally the first Saturday after Mothers’ Day. This year’s Picnic-In-The Park was held again in Nevers Road Park. Activities start at approximately 6 PM and include military exhibitions, displays, and demonstrations by branches of the Armed Forces in attendance. The South Windsor Community Band conducts a concert and plays a wide range of musical selections. While family picnic baskets are encouraged, a variety of picnic foods are available for purchase. The evening concludes with a wonderful fireworks display. Because Nevers Park is centrally located, with ample room for parking, our Picnic-In-The Park will be continue to be held there.
Our Memorial Day parade and ceremony has become increasingly popular over the past few years. Our parade increases in size each year, as does our ceremony at Veterans Memorial Park. Also, in conjunction with the Memorial Day activities, the Commission conducts an annual student essay contest. The contest is open to all school children in South Windsor, three winners and three honorable mentions are selected, one from each school level, elementary, middle, and high school. Also, every student that entered the contest is given a Certificate by the Commission. This year’s contest had 215 entries. The Patriotic Commission also provides and places American Flags on the gravesites of military veterans buried in South Windsor cemeteries. This is usually done just prior to Memorial Day and over 400 flags are placed on
gravesites by Boy Scout Troops of South Windsor.
On Flag Day of each year, the Commission disposes of old, torn, or faded American Flags, which are collected from designated containers at the Town Hall lobby. This year’s ceremony was planned and conducted by Scout Brian Reed, as a project for earning his Eagle Scout rank and was conducted at the Fire Department Headquarters. The Commission also publishes a booklet on flag care and etiquette and is available at the Town Hall.
For the past four years, the Town has participated in the Greater Hartford Veterans Day parade. This year, the parade was held on the Sunday prior to Veterans Day in the city of Hartford.
Members of the Patriotic Commission, together with town officials, the Police Department Honor Guard, town veterans, members of the American Legion, and the Timothy Edwards Middle School marched in the parade. The Community Center provided bus for the marchers. On Veterans Day, November 11th, of each year, the Commission conducts a ceremony at Veterans Memorial Park.
To enhance the beauty and functionality of Veterans Memorial Park, the Commission created a permanent brick sculpture, in a patio type setting, of an eagle with outstretched wings at the head of a walkway. Resident veterans and families of veterans purchased bricks, inscribed with the veteran’s name and military service, which were placed within the body of the eagle. Bricks purchased by individuals and families, to show their patriotism and support, were placed in the walkway leading up to the eagle. In addition to the existing Veterans and Vietnam memorials, are three new monuments dedicated to town residents who lost their lives while serving their country in World War I, World War II, and the Korean War. The area is further enhanced with the addition of two new flagpoles (with lights) and two granite benches.
This year the Commission added a bronze plaque to the site in memory of the deceased individuals who served on the Patriotic Commission since inception in 1985. Bricks can be purchased at any time and will be placed in the Terrace prior to Memorial Day and Veterans Day. The Terrace was designated as the Town’s Project of the Year and featured on the cover of the 2002-2003 Annual Report.
The Commission has established a display of photographs of service men and women, who are residents of the community, serving in our armed forces. The photos are supplied by the their families on a voluntary basis. The display can be found on the wall between the Town Manager’s office and Town Clerk’s office.
The Commission has a link to the Town’s web site. Residents can find information concerning flag etiquette, Patriotic Commission events and other pertinent information. To date the web site has received over 2436 queries.
ROBERT C. MOELLER, CHAIRMAN
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