Veteran Corps of Artillery SNY

NYC Mayors Declaration – War of 1812 Commemoration 27 April 2013

vcasny — Thu, 02 May 2013 11:35:09 +0000

: Mayors Declaration

Filed under: Artillery, History, New York, VCA

Gauges worn by troops offer clues on impact from blasts

vcasny — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 04:55:59 +0000

It was always difficult for our service members to receive benefits or even recognition if they suffered debilitating or permanent brain injury caused by head trauma in the field.

While the following is a fairly old article, it is worth reading.

Clues on impact from blasts – USATODAY.com.

Filed under: Military News, Veteran

Hagel Orders Review of Drone Medal Ranking

vcasny — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 12:36:48 +0000

If you have been keeping up with some recent events regarding the new “Distinguished Warfare Medal”, you would know that there has been a lot of controversy regarding the ranking of that medal vs. combat related medals.

Specifically, many have complaint about it been ranked above the Bronze Star and Purple Heart. The Bronze Star is usually awarded for heroism or acts of merit in a combat zone. Mostly every American knows that the Purple Heart is awarded to those wounded or killed while serving in combat.

Many have argued that the ranking of the Distinguished Warfare Medal, which can be awarded to those serving hundreds or thousands of miles away from danger, is a slap in the face to those who are in actual combat and in real danger of losing life.

What do you think?

Drone Medal Ranking.

Filed under: History, Military News

VCA upcoming events

vcasny — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 12:26:34 +0000

The Veteran Corps of Artillery will once again march in the New York City St. Patrick’s Day Parade this Saturday 16 March. If you are in the area, stop by and say hello. We will form up at 1030 on West 44th Street near 6th Avenue. the NYC parade is a “must see and participate” event in New York.

Fleet week will kick of this year on 22 May. USAG Fort Hamilton has once again asked the VCA for assistance in providing firing crews. The schedule is still to be determined, but stay tuned.

Please come back often for new VCA information.

Filed under: Artillery, Military News, New York, VCA, Veteran

Doolittle Tokyo Raider passes away

vcasny — Wed, 27 Feb 2013 20:29:11 +0000

MAJ Thomas C. Griffin, navigator for crew 9 passed away on 26 February 2013. There are now only 4 surviving Dolittle Raiders.

See the story at this link

Doolittle Tokyo Raiders.

Filed under: History, Military News, Veteran Tagged: air force, dolittle, raiders

PJ Special on National Geographic Channel 10PM ET

vcasny — Tue, 26 Feb 2013 00:37:12 +0000

Tonight is the second episode of the NG series on Combat Rescue. Focusing on the Air Force PJ’s, the series takes us on a “life in the day” trip with these medics. Check it out if you get a chance. If you’re a former PJ or 902, this is can’t miss TV.

PJ Motto – These things we do, that others may live

Filed under: Military News

VCA History Book soon to be released

vcasny — Sun, 24 Feb 2013 23:01:35 +0000

“History of the Veteran Corps of Artillery constituting the Military Society of the War of 1812” by Captain Kelly Loyd Stewart and Brigadier General John Lawrence Beglan, Jr.

The book is approximately 800 pages profusely illustrated with photographs, drawings and paintings. The hardcover will be cloth bound in field artillery red and gold embossed with the Corps and Society emblems. The book contains a history of the Corps and Society from 1790/1826 to present and biographies of everyone who was ever a member of each organization from its beginning through November 2012.

The standard copy will be $95.00 (postage included). This edition can be enhanced with a special dedication page at the front for an additional $30.00 (tax deductible contribution to the Society).

Filed under: Artillery, History, Militia, New York, VCA

Chris Kyle – April 8, 1974 – February 2, 2013 RIP

vcasny — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 15:23:17 +0000

An Iraq War veteran and sniper with 160 confirmed kills died on 2 February due to gunshot wounds. Although retired, he was still active with veterans, and devoted much of his time to helping fellow veterans overcome their wartime trauma. This is what he was doing at the time of the shooting. A Marine whom he was trying to help, turned his weapon on Kyle and another friend, Chad Littlefield, killing both of them.

The Marine, Eddie Ray Routh, is an Iraq War veteran apparently suffering from PTS.

Click on the link below for the full story.

http://www.nytimes.com/2013/02/04/us/chris-kyle-american-sniper-author-reported-killed.html?_r=0

Filed under: History, Military News, Veteran

Old Guard Ball Invitation

vcasny — Mon, 14 Jan 2013 13:59:22 +0000

Here is an invitation to the Old Guard Ball coming up. Click for more information.

Old Guard Ball

Filed under: Militia, New York, VCA