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James DuVall, Adjutant [email protected] The Scuttlebutt Newsletter Marine Corps League - Intracoastal Detachment 1058 P.O. Box 11248 Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33339-1248 www.mcleague1058.org Scott Vulpis, Commandant [email protected] Detachment Digest - Page 2 Upcoming Events - Page 4 Dept. of FL Conference Report - Page 5 USS Jason Dunham Commissioning - Page 6 USMC Birthday Ball - Page 8 News From the Front - Page 10 USMC History Quiz- Page 11 Veterans News - Page 12 November, 2010 To All Members : Hope everyone had a good time this month celebrating the 235th Birthday of our beloved Marine Corps. As Marines, we are very fortunate to have such history and traditions that are handed down, as they help to instill the pride and honor that motivates Marines to be the best fighters in the world. If the Army, Navy, and Air Force ever understood the Marines embracement of it’s history and traditions , they would certainly, no longer dub us “brainwashed”. Of course, as Marine Corps Leaguer’s, we are now motivated to throw some of the meanest parties the world. There- fore, I would like to thank everyone that attended this years Birthday Ball, especially those members who sat on this years Ball committee and sold program ads. Your hard work and effort made it all possible. Good Job! This past weekend, some of us had the honor of being able to attend the Commissioning of the USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) in Port Everglades. The ships namesake was dedicated to Marine Lcpl. Jason Lee Dunham , who was the first Marine Medal of Honor recipient since the Vietnam War. In 2004, while on patrol with Kilo 3/7 in Karabilah, Iraq, the 22-year-old got in a scuffle with an enemy combatant who threw a grenade at the patrol. In a selfless act, Lcpl. Dunham threw his helmet and then his body on top of the grenade in order to save the lives of two other Marines. Unfortunately, Dunham had succumbed to his injuries and passed away a week later. During his speech, the ships Capitain, Commander M. Scott Sciretta, recognized one of those surviving squad members, who was in attendance with his wife and two young children, noting that these children wouldn’t be here today if not for the courage of Jason Dunham, and stating this was further proof that he was truly, a giver of life. Needless to say, there was a noticeable wave of emotion over the crowd following his comment. Also, it was only fitting that the senior member speaker of the day was the Commandant of the Marine Corps, General James F. Amos who stated , "We name our war-fighting capital ships after presidents, cities, and great battles, but we've not named one after a young Marine that I'm aware of." This all made for a great day in our Marine Corps history and for the City of Fort Lauderdale, as well. Oorah! Before I go, please remember that we will be collecting canned and dry-good foods at this months membership meeting (11/18/10), to help feed the needy during the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday. Please see page 11 for a list of needed items. Take care and have a great Thanksgiving. Semper Fidelis, Scott Vulpis, Commandant, Intracoastal Detachment, 1058 Marine Corps League

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Page 1: The Scuttlebutt Newsletter · 2011. 10. 27. · Gabby2@bellsouth.net Detachment Digest - Page 2 Upcoming Events - Page 4 Dept. of FL Conference Report - Page 5 USS Jason Dunham Commissioning

James DuVall, [email protected]

The Scuttlebutt NewsletterMarine Corps League - Intracoastal Detachment 1058

P.O. Box 11248Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33339-1248

www.mcleague1058.orgScott Vulpis, [email protected]

Detachment Digest - Page 2Upcoming Events - Page 4Dept. of FL Conference Report - Page 5USS Jason Dunham Commissioning - Page 6USMC Birthday Ball - Page 8 News From the Front - Page 10USMC History Quiz- Page 11Veterans News - Page 12

November, 2010To All Members :

Hope everyone had a good time this month celebrating the 235thBirthday of our beloved Marine Corps. As Marines, we are very fortunateto have such history and traditions that are handed down, as they help toinstill the pride and honor that motivates Marines to be the best fighters inthe world. If the Army, Navy, and Air Force ever understood the Marinesembracement of it’s history and traditions , they would certainly, no longerdub us “brainwashed”. Of course, as Marine Corps Leaguer’s, we arenow motivated to throw some of the meanest parties the world. There-fore, I would like to thank everyone that attended this years Birthday Ball,especially those members who sat on this years Ball committee and soldprogram ads. Your hard work and effort made it all possible. Good Job! This past weekend, some of us had the honor of being able to attend theCommissioning of the USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) in Port Everglades.The ships namesake was dedicated to Marine Lcpl. Jason Lee Dunham , who was the first Marine Medal of Honorrecipient since the Vietnam War. In 2004, while on patrol with Kilo 3/7 in Karabilah, Iraq, the 22-year-old got in ascuffle with an enemy combatant who threw a grenade at the patrol. In a selfless act, Lcpl. Dunham threw hishelmet and then his body on top of the grenade in order to save the lives of two other Marines. Unfortunately,Dunham had succumbed to his injuries and passed away a week later. During his speech, the ships Capitain,Commander M. Scott Sciretta, recognized one of those surviving squad members, who was in attendance with hiswife and two young children, noting that these children wouldn’t be here today if not for the courage of JasonDunham, and stating this was further proof that he was truly, a giver of life. Needless to say, there was a noticeablewave of emotion over the crowd following his comment. Also, it was only fitting that the senior member speakerof the day was the Commandant of the Marine Corps, General James F. Amos who stated , "We name ourwar-fighting capital ships after presidents, cities, and great battles, but we've not named one after a young Marinethat I'm aware of." This all made for a great day in our Marine Corps history and for the City of Fort Lauderdale,as well. Oorah! Before I go, please remember that we will be collecting canned and dry-good foods at this months membershipmeeting (11/18/10), to help feed the needy during the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday. Please see page 11 for alist of needed items. Take care and have a great Thanksgiving.

Semper Fidelis,

Scott Vulpis,Commandant,Intracoastal Detachment, 1058Marine Corps League

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Meeting was called to Order by Commandant Scott Vulpis at 7:30 P.M.

Opening Ceremony: Acting Sgt. at Arms Bart Reno posted the colors and lead the Detachment in thePledge of Allegiance. He then declared the meeting open for the official Detachment business. ChaplainRobert Powers read the Opening Prayer.

Guests: District 10 Vice Commandant Manny Moreno

New Members: Marine Dan Derchert

Adjutants Report: Copies of minutes of the last meeting were passed around for the members review. PastCommandant Bart Reno entered a motion to accept the minutes for the September 16, 2010 General MeetingJr. Past Commandant Eddie Cruz seconded the motion which was carried to a unanimous vote, none opposed.

Correspondence: Commandant Vulpis reported that Kevin Bolender had sent an email, expressing his joyand relief that his son, 1st Lieutenant Chris Bolender, had returned safely from a 6 month tour in Afghanistan.

Paymaster Report: The Paymaster report was read by Commandant Vulpis and a motion to accept thereport was made by Corpsman Lonnie Cantor. The motion was seconded by Past Commandant Bob Powers,which was carried to a unanimous vote, none opposed.

Sickness & Distress: Sr Vice Comdt. Scott Egan reported that his uncle, Bob Kinney, from Newton, NewHampshire was suffering from Lou Gehrig's Disease. VSO Vito Rao spoke about a Sunrise VA Clinic patientwith PTSD, who recently committed suicide. Commandant Vulpis reported that Paymaster Kyle Austintraveled Lady Lake, FL to assist his parents while his mother recovers from surgery. Commandant Vulpis thenasked Past Comdt .Bart Reno on how his ailing mother was fairing and Reno reported that she was not doingwell. Comdt. Vulpis replied that he and the Detachment were very sorry and that we would keep her in ourthoughts and prayers.

Old Business:1. USS Jason Dunham Commissioning status. Some members were complaining that they had notreceived their formal invitations to attend the event. Comdt. Vulpis replied that the invitation process wasrunning behind and that everyone should get their pass, prior to the event.2. Trike Donation status. Jr. Vice Comdt. Marty Winston reported that the production of Trikes are no longerassembled by the “Pioneers” volunteer organization and are now produced by a for profit company at the costof around $1000.00 per Trike. Being that the Trikes are now 4 times the cost they were in the past, theDetachment has decided it is no longer viable to purchase and donate the item. Commandant Vulpis thenreminded the Detachment that we are a veterans service organization and we have a responsibility to serveand assist our local community, and asked that everyone keep an eye out for any legitimate, needy people ororganizations that could use our help.3. Washington D.C./ Quantico Trip: Senoir Vice Commandant Scott Egan stated that the trip was still beingplanned on. Marine David Benner recommended that we look into traveling by the Amtrak Auto Train, as itcould be an inexpensive way to travel and would cut out the planning and cost for transportation in theQuantico/D.C. Area. Commandant Vulpis stated that he would look into it.

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Detachment Digest - October 2010GENERAL MEETING MINUTESMARINE CORPS LEAGUE 1058

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 21st, 2010HELD AT AMERICAN LEGION POST #142

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New Business:

1. Detachment By-Laws Voting: Judge Advocate John Jordan read aloud the updated DetachmentBy-laws and amendments and then conducted a voting session for approval. The result ended with amajority of the membership voting to approve the by-laws and amendments. A motion to accept the votingresults was made by Corpsman Lonnie Cantor and seconded by Jr. Vice Comdt. Marty Winston and carriedto a unanimous vote, none opposed.2. MCL Policy on Political Participation in Local, State and National elections. Judge Advocate JohnJordan announced that the MCL National Commandant Vic Voltaggio sent out an ALMAR, informing allmembers that you are not allowed to publicly support or represent any political candidates while in thecapacity as a Marine Corps League member or officer.3. Detachment Shooting Team. Commandant Vulpis announced that the Villages Detachment 1267 MCL,has issued a shooting challenge to our detachment in a friendly round of MCL pistol competitions. He askedfor a show of hands from those who would be interested in forming a Detachment shooting team and wasanswered by Dan Derchert , Lonnie Cantor, Scott Egan. Bart Reno stated that he and members not present,Jesse Bell, Bob Harvey, and Newt Schneider, would possibly be interested in competing, as well.4. 2010 Birthday Ball. Commandant Vulpis announced the Birthday Ball was right around the corner andurged those members who were gong to participate, to make their reservations, donations, and purchases,as soon as possible. Past Comdt. Bart Reno announced that there would be a Ball ceremony rehearsal atthe Marriott Fort Lauderdale North at 3:30 p.m. On Sunday Oct 31st, 2010.5. 2010 Christmas Luncheon. Sr. Vice Comdt. Scott Egan stated that the Detachment would be having aChristmas Luncheon, free to all members and a guest, on Wednesday December 13th 2010 at Packy’sSports Pub, 4480 N. Federal Hwy Lighthouse Point, FL 33064.6. Toys for Tots Golf Tournament. Past Comdt. Bart Reno announced that the annual Toys for Tots GolfTournament at the Country Club of Boca Raton was scheduled for Sunday December 5th, starting at 9:00a.m. He also stated that he had contacted the local Marine Reserves about them setting up a static displayat the event.7. Guest Speaker. District 10 Vice Commandant Manny Moreno took the floor to introduce himself as thenewly appointed District 10 commander and passed on important information pertaining to uniform regula-tions, National bylaws on political participation, and conduct as a member.8. Detachment Awards. District 10 Vice Commandant Many Moreno presented the Detachment with theNational Jr. Vice Commandants Award for Recruiting, for recruiting more members last year than theprevious year. He also awarded VSO Vito Rao with The National Jr. Vice Commandants RecruitingCertificate award for recruiting the most members in the Detachment last year.

50/50:Total collection for the 50/50 was $80. The winner of the 50/50 was Past Commandant Ed Johnson with$40 going to Ed and $40 to Detachment 1058.

Closing Ceremony:The closing prayer was given by Chaplain Robert (Bob) PowersThe Colors were Retired by Sgt at Arms Bob Coleman.Commandant Vulpis adjourned the meeting at 2050 hrs.

Respectfully submitted,Scott Egan,Sr. Vice Commandant,MCL Detachment 1058

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Detachment Digest Continued...

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Upcoming Events

Wednesday December 15th, 2010 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM atPacky’s Sports Pub in Lighthouse Point

4480 N Federal Hwy Lighthouse Point, FL 33064.Complimentary lunch for all Intracoastal Det. members and a guest.For further information, please contact Scott Egan at (561) 504-0556

[email protected]“Don’t forget to bring a new unwrapped toy for Toys for Tots”

GOLF TOURNAMENTSunday December 5th, 2010

Starts at 9:00 AM at the Country Club of Boca Raton.All Proceeds go to the Toys for Tots Program

Entry Fee: $50.00 and a New Toy

For further details , please contact Bart Reno(561) 703-6873 email: [email protected]

Intracoastal Detachment 1058

Christmas Luncheon

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District 10 Detachments, Dept of Florida Marine Corps League

Members of District 10 Marine Corps League Detachments, here are some of the main points from the 2010 Deptof Florida, Marine Corps League Fall Conference.

Communication – Detachment Commandants and officers maintain good / proper communication with yourMembers. Members cannot become (and stay) involved if they are left out. Communicate via phone calls, emailsand (if your Detachment has one) newsletter.Uniforms – Ensure your Members are in the proper uniform. To be in uniform a Member is only required to bewearing the Red Cover (Detachment / Office identification and Gold Eagle Globe and Anchor only – NO PINS). Other uniforms options are to be adhered to per National By-Laws / Uniform policies – Khaki shirts /Barrackscovers are not authorized. White Gloves and Duty / Cartridge Belts maybe authorized (by Detachment Comman-dant) for Color / Honor Guard details only.DO NOT combine Marine Corps League Ribbons and DoD Awards when wearing the Undress Uniform.

Recruiting / Retention (Mentoring) – Work on recruiting new Members as well as retaining them. The best wayis for the “Recruiter” to help mentor any new Members he / she brings into the Detachment. Get them involved assoon as possible. Det Jr Vice Cmdt contact those Members whose Membership may have lapsed…encouragethem to become more involved upon their return. Also contact Members At Large.

File Annual Taxes (990, 990N or 990EZ form) – It is important to file taxes with the IRS on an annual basis. Failureto comply may result in the IRS pulling your 501(c) status and loss of your EIN (Corporation status) at which timeall funds will become taxable. Currently the Dept of Florida is working on helping 3 Detachmentsget their EIN back.Awards – Recognize your Members by rewarding them with MCL Awards. New award coming at 2011 StateConvention – “Detachment Commandant of the Year”.Must be nominated by Detachment Members. Criteria – Rcv’d by committee by 01-May-11…selection will be basedon Leadership, Det Growth, Activities, and Community Relations (being present at all functions).2011 SE Division Conference – 03-Mar thru 06-Mar-11 @Hilton Garden Inn, 11400 Marbella Palm Ct. LakeBuena Vista, Fl. Host Detachment is asking for volunteers as well as donations of beer, whiskey, wine etc (forHospitality Room). Link to event - http://www.mclfl.org/UPCOMING-EVENTS.html2011 Dept of Fl MCL Spring Conference – 31-Mar thru 3-Apr-11 @Hilton Garden Inn, 11400 Marbella Palm Ct.Lake Buena Vista, Fl. The Leadership School (goodinformation on the responsibilities of Officers, uniform and proper meetingprocedures / conduct, etc) will be held on Friday 01-Apr-11. Link to event -http://www.mclfl.org/UPCOMING-EVENTS.html

Respectfully submitted and Semper Fidelis,Manuel Moreno, Jr.District 10 Vice CommandantDepartment of FloridaMarine Corps Leagueand Marine Veteran 1978 - 1991

Department of Florida Fall Conference Report

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USS Jason DunhamCommissioning

Port Everglades, Nov 13, 2010

Commandant of the Marine Corps, General James Amos

L to R: Scott Vulpis, Tony Gutierrez, Charles Dipaola, andEd Johnson

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MARINE CORPS ORDERSNo. 47 (Series 1921)HEADQUARTERS U.S. MARINE CORPSWashington, November 1, 1921

759. The following will be read to the command on the 10th of November, 1921, and hereafter on the 10th ofNovember of every year. Should the order not be received by the 10th of November, 1921, it will be read uponreceipt.

1. On November 10, 1775, a Corps of Marines was created by a resolution of Continental Congress. Since thatdate many thousand men have borne the name "Marine". In memory of them it is fitting that we who are Marinesshould commemorate the birthday of our corps by calling to mind the glories of its long and illustrious history. 2. The record of our corps is one whichwill bear comparison with that of the mostfamous military organizations in theworld's history. During 90 of the 146 yearsof its existence the Marine Corps hasbeen in action against the Nation's foes.From the Battle of Trenton to the Argonne,Marines have won foremost honors inwar, and is the long eras of tranquility athome, generation after generation of Ma-rines have grown gray in war in both hemi-spheres and in every corner of the sevenseas, that our country and its citizensmight enjoy peace and security. 3. In every battle and skirmish since thebirth of our corps, Marines have acquittedthemselves with the greatest distinction,winning new honors on each occasionuntil the term "Marine" has come to signifyall that is highest in military efficiency andsoldierly virtue. 4. This high name of distinction andsoldierly repute we who are Marines todayhave received from those who precededus in the corps. With it we have also re-ceived from them the eternal spirit which has animated our corps from generation to generation and has been thedistinguishing mark of the Marines in every age. So long as that spirit continues to flourish Marines will be foundequal to every emergency in the future as they have been in the past, and the men of our Nation will regard us asworthy successors to the long line of illustrious men who have served as "Soldiers of the Sea" since the foundingof the Corps.

JOHN A. LEJEUNE,Major General Commandant75705--21

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Marine Corps Birthday

Col Lewis B. "Chesty" Puller cuts the Marine Corps birthday cake in 1950,during a brief reprieve in battle during the Korean War.

… “Take courage then seize the fortune that awaits you, repair to the Marine rendezvouswhere in a flowing bowl of punch, and three times three, you shall drink, “Long Live theUnited States and success to the Marines !” ( An order to recruits from a 1776 recruiting poster)

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Having a good time! Tamarac Detachment 755,

Past Commandant Ed Johnson & wife Alice GOH Colonel John Bond Atkinson & wife Susan

Joe Gordon and Alice Rawlings Jr. Vice Commandant Marty Winston & wife Phyllis

2010 Marine Corps Birthday Ball

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“Oldest Marine” Joe Mirsky & Evelyn Miller

Dancing to the vibes of Az-Lz

Color Guard - Deerfield Beach HS JROTC

Reserved to honor our missing loved comrades

2010 Marine Corps Birthday Ball

Commandant, Scott Vulpis & his wife Amy Adjutant, Marine Mike McCarthy

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Almighty Father, whose command is over all and whose love never fails, make me aware of Thypresence and obedient to Thy will. Keep me true to my best self, guarding me against dishonesty inpurpose in deed and helping me to live so that I can face my fellow Marines, my loved ones andThee without shame or fear. Protect my family. Give me the will to do the work of a Marine and toaccept my share of responsibilities with vigor and enthusiasm. Grant me the courage to be proficientin my daily performance. Keep me loyal and faithful to my superiors and to the duties my countryand the Marine Corps have entrusted to me. Make me considerate of those committed to myleadership. Help me to wear my uniform with dignity, and let it remind me daily of the traditions whichI must uphold. If I am inclined to doubt; steady my faith; if I am tempted, make me strong to resist; ifI should miss the mark, give me courage to try again. Guide me with the light of truth and grant mewisdom by which I may understand the answer to my prayer. Amen.

News From The Front

”Welcome Home Marine! Intracoastal Detachment member,Marine 1st Lt. Chris Bolender has safely returned from a sixmonth tour in Afghanistan. Thank you for your service andsacrifice!

The Marines Prayer

Taps

Saul Hochman 23 July 2003Andy Logan 28 July 2003Bernard Kranz 02 December 2003Dennis Bolender 25 November 2004Robert Dolan 19 February 2006Don Swinarski 29 May 2006Dale Beckett 23 March 2007Brian Bolender 01 July 2007

Gene Parry 09 August 2007Bill White December 2007Ted Bolender 01 January 2008Lou DeReuill 29 January 2008Richard Davis 18 November 2009Dean Hackely 21 November 2009William Beale 06 June 2010

There is no finer compliment than being called a Marine.It represents the highest honor & tradition bound together with courage

& sacrifice on behalf of all mankind.In remembrance of Intracoastal Marines who have answered the call.

MCL Awards

Intracoastal Detachment 1058 recently received a couple of awards from MCL National for ourefforts in recruiting last year. At our last meeting on October 21st, 2010, District 10 Vice Comman-dant Manny Moreno presented to the Detachment, the National Junior Vice Commandants Citationfor exceeding the previous year’s membership recruiting. The next award went to the personresponsible for bringing in most of those recruits, VSO Vito Rao. For his efforts he was awarded theNational Junior Vice Commandants Award for recruiting the most members in the Detachment .So a big OORAH! is in order for Vito and the Detachment thanks you again for all of your effort. Keepup the good work!

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Who am I?I am a Marine Officer commissioned in 1883. I served in thePhilippines during Insurrection whereI commanded a battalion, a regiment and a brigade of U.S.Marines.I brought my regiment, the 5th Marines, to France where theMarine Corps units were combined and was promoted to Briga-dier General in October 1917, taking command of the 4th Ma-rines in the Army's 2nd Division, the Indian Head, Second toNone.

The 4th Marine Brigade consisted of the 5th and 6th Regimentsand the 6th Machine Gun Battalion. I brought this Brigade to a

high state of efficiency enabling it to withstand and achieve victory against the onslaught of the German Armyat Chateau-Thierry and Belleau Wood.

In France I became increasingly and dangerously ill of what was assumed to be overwork and the stress ofthe responsibilities on my shoulders. I was invalided back to the U.S. to take command of the Marine CorpsBase at Quantico. I was Commandant at Quantico for only about one month before passing away. I am buriedin Section 5 of Arlington National Cemetery. I has been suggested that while in France, I was exposed to thefirst wave of what would eventually become known as the deadly Spanish Flu becoming one of the earlyvictims of the disease.

I am:(a) General John Lejune(b) General Charles Doyen(c) General Eddie Rickenbacker(d) General Heinz Guderian SEE ANSWER ON PAGE 13

USMC History Quiz

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Thanksgiving Canned and Dry Goods Food DriveAt our next meeting on November 18th, 2010, 7:30 p,m, at American Legion #142 we will be collecting cannedand dry goods food items for local area charity kitchens and food banks. Food Items needed:

Tuna Fish or other canned fish or meatBeef Stew, Meat SoupsHearty SoupsCanned Spaghetti or PastaChiliBeans (kidney, pinto, green, yellow, refried or black beans)Baby Food or FormulaEnsure or other nutritional supplement drinks

RiceDry BeansDry PastaPowdered MilkPancake or Baking MixesCereal/OatmealGranola BarsPeanut ButterJelly (in plastic jars)

Note: Avoid items in glass as they sometimes break in transit. Thank You!

Submitted by Jim DuVall

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WWW. USMCLICENSEPLATE.comSHOW MARINE PRIDE WITH THIS U.S.M.C. LICENSE PLATE

Made of the highest quality, brilliantly polished, stainless steel and heavy,die- cast, full relief, brass with clear Awlgrip® protection.

The weight of the plate is over 1.5 pounds.Actual size is 6" x 12".

You can contact us by email at [email protected]. or phone (954) 270-8958Enjoy, and SEMPER FI

VA Publishes Final Regulation on “Presumptive” Illnesses forGulf War and Iraq, Afghanistan VeteransSecretary of Veterans Affairs Eric K. Shinseki today announced the publication of a finalregulation in the Federal Register that makes it easier for Veterans to obtain Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) healthcare and disability compensation for certain diseases associated with service in Southwest Asia (including Iraq) orAfghanistan.“This is part of historic changes in how VA considers Gulf War Veterans’ illnesses,” said Secretary Shinseki. “By settingup scientifically based presumptions of service connection, we give these deserving Veterans a simple way to obtain themedical and compensation benefits they earned in service to our country.”The final regulation establishes new presumptions of service connection for nine specific infectious diseases associatedwith military service in Southwest Asia beginning on or after the start of the first Gulf War on Aug. 2, 1990, through theconflict in Iraq and on or after Sept. 19, 2001, in Afghanistan. The final regulation reflects a determination of a positive association between service in Southwest Asia or Afghanistanand nine diseases and includes information about the long-term health effects potentially associated with thesediseases: Brucellosis, Campylobacter jejuni, Coxiella Burnetii (Q fever), Malaria, Mycobacterium tuberculosis, Nontyphoid Salmonella, Shigella, Visceral leishmaniasis and West Nile virus. With the final rule, a Veteran will only have to show service in Southwest Asia or Afghanistan and that he or she hadone of the nine diseases within a certain time after service and has a current disability as a result of that disease, subjectto certain time limits for seven of the diseases. Most of these diseases would be diagnosed within one year of returnfrom service, through some conditions may manifest at a later time. For non-presumptive conditions, a Veteran is required to provide medical evidence to establish an actual connectionbetween military service in Southwest Asia or Afghanistan and a specific disease. For information about health problems associated with military service in Southwest Asia and Afghanistan, and rellatedVA programsVA programs, go towww.publichealth.va.gov/exposures/gulf war/ andwww.publichealth.va.gov/exposures/oefoif/index.asp.

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Veterans News

Forwarded by Veterans Service Offcer Vito Rao

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Detachment OfficersCommandant

Sr. Vice Commandant Scott Egan

954-801-4366 [email protected]

Jr. Vice Commandant Marty Winston

[email protected]

Judge Advocate John Jordan 954-772-8222 [email protected]

Jr. Past Commandant Eddie Cruz [email protected]

Paymaster Kyle Austin 954-783-5953

Chaplain

VACANCY

Newsletter Editor Scott Vulpis

Sergeant at Arms Bob Coleman 954-783-8891Color Guard Sgt. Jesse Bell 954-772-9030 [email protected] Officer Vito Rao 561-451-8772 [email protected]

Ship’s Store Scott Egan 561-368-8985 [email protected]

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954-465-3016 N/A954-801-4366 [email protected]

[email protected]

[email protected]

NEXT MEETING: THURSDAY, November 18th, 2010American Legion Post #142, 171 S.W. 2nd Street

Pompano Beach, FL 33060Membership Meeting 7:30 P.M.

Thanksgiving Canned Food Drive, Please Bring Donations

Scuttlebutt Editor encourages submissions of any announcements, pictures, stories, editorials &letters to the editor from detachment members. Please limit letters & editorials to 500 words or less.Deadline for all submissions by the 15th of every month. Email: [email protected] or Call: ScottVulpis @ 954.801.4366. Mail Address: PO Box 11248, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33339.

305-792-7089 [email protected]

561-504-4703Scott Vulpis

Bob Powers

954-781-0116

Adjutant Jim DuVall 954-564-1520 [email protected]

Answer (b) General Charles DoyenHistory Quiz Answer

Navy Distinguished Service Medal

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John F. McAnulty Not a day goes by that we don’t missyou Dean. We will always cherish all

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Marine Corps LeagueApplication for Membership

Full Name:_________________________________________________________________

Street Address:________________________________________________________________

City:______________________________State:_______Zip:_____________________

E-Mail_____________________ __________ Phone________________ FAX_________________

Date of Birth: ____/____/___ Date of Enlistment/Commissioning ______/____/___

Date of Discharge/Separation/Retirement______/______/______ SSN:______- _____ - ________

Type of Application: ( ) New or ( ) Renewal. Type of Membership: ( ) Associate ( ) Regular ( ) Dual

Have you ever been convicted of a felony? ( ) Yes ( ) No. If “yes” is checked, I agree to waive my rights under thePrivacy Act and disclose the nature of the felony conviction for consideration of membership in the Marine Corps League.

( ) I hereby apply for membership in the Marine Corps League, Intracoastal Detachment #1058, and enclose $40.00 for aOne (1) year membership*.

( ) I hereby apply for membership in the Marine Corps League as a member at large (MAL) and enclose $30.00 for a one (1)year membership*.

(*Includes free a subscription to“ Semper Fi - The Magazine of the Marine Corps League”.)

I hereby certify that I am currently serving or have served honorably in the U.S. Marine Corps , on active duty, for not less thanninety (90)days* or have served or am currently serving in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve and have earned no less than ninety(90) Reserve Retirement Credit Points or that I have served or am currently serving as a U.S. Navy Corpsman who has trainedwith Marine FMF units in excess of ninety (90) days and earned the Marine Corps Device or Warfare Device worn on the ServiceRibbon authorized for FMF Corpsman. If discharged, I am in receipt of an honorable service discharge upon request . GeneralDischarge under Honorable Conditions is acceptable. Further I hereby authorize Marine Corps League National Headquartersto request a copy of my DD-214 from the National Personnel Records Center if deemed necessary.

(*Korean War Era Marines See National Bylaws Article 6, Section 600).

____________________________________ _______________________________________

Please print and complete this form. Upon Completion, please send this form with check or money order in the amount of$40.00, for a one (1) year Regular Membership, to the:Intracoastal Detachment #1058 Marine Corps League , PO Box 11248, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33339.You may also give it to your sponsor, if known.Applicants for MAL Membership, please fill out and remit this form with required payment of $30.00

to: Marine Corps League: P.O. Box 3070, Merrifield, VA 22116.

NOTE: If you are applying for “Regular Membership”,please also include a photo copy of your last DD 214, CertificateDischarge, Active Duty or current Reserve ID Card.

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P.O. Box 11248Fort Lauderdale, FL 33339-1248

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