From rforno at infowarrior.org Tue May 5 18:14:23 2009 From: rforno at infowarrior.org (Richard Forno) Date: Tue, 5 May 2009 14:14:23 -0400 Subject: [sticklist] - VFOG Name Change Message-ID: <55017E39-51CF-40C2-8778-4F7F2555F8DC@infowarrior.org> -----BEGIN PGP SIGNED MESSAGE----- Hash: SHA1 (Reposted for the Founders' Guard ... I will add that such situations are quite common in the corporate world when large companies try to deal with critics in cyberspace. --Rick '90 '92C) < - snip - > Alumni, Friends, and family: The administration of Valley Forge Military Academy and College Foundation has, through their attorney, indicated our use of the words "Valley Forge" Old Guard is an infringement on their client’s registered trademark, Valley Forge Military Academy and College. Thus the board members of the Valley Forge Old Guard have elected to omit the words "Valley Forge", and have voted to change our name to THE FOUNDERS OLD GUARD, and our other public use of same. We do not believe the administration and or foundation could prove its legitimate right to the use of the words "Valley Forge" given the geographical location, and other business, who are similar in their respective trade. (I.e. Valley Forge Middle School, Valley ForgeNational Park, Valley Forge Higher Education LLC, etc….) We have elected to evaluate this unmerited cause of legal action by the administration, and have elected to compromise, and utilize our resources for a better cause, then defending our use of such generic words “Valley Forge.” Therefore, we are currently moving forward, and have changed our name to The Founders Old Guard. (www.foundersoldguard.org). We have amended our name usage in a good faith effort to show the Administration, Board of Trustees, and Alumni at large, and any possible future court proceedings, we are willing to work with all parties for a peaceful resolution, and not dilute funds, which should be used for the success of the institution, cadets, and or the court’s time on these unwarranted legal actions, which will take away from the mission of the Forge, or any other outside support group. www.foundersoldguard.org We are sure this legal tactic is the first of many, in a continued attempt by the McGeorge Administration to silence concerned Alumni, and to avoid our ability to ask direct questions of the Administration, and Board of Trustees. We will continue to update the Alumni at large to the tactics being implemented by the administration, which continues to alienate many alumni. Please feel free to visit our site. Also spread the word..... !!! Respectfully, Alastair G. Crosbie Class of 1990 The Founders Old Guard Treasurer -----BEGIN PGP SIGNATURE----- Version: 9.8.3.4028 Comment: Rick's Current Public Key @ http://infowarrior.org/pgpkey.txt wj8DBQFKAIICKWZyO29ebPYRArKzAJwJbV69YPAMJpihcIu4xXwXuCAZNgCfWxVn yQ5xNDH2nq21UzeVgAF4jc0= =1G1Q -----END PGP SIGNATURE----- From rforno at infowarrior.org Fri May 8 17:48:30 2009 From: rforno at infowarrior.org (Richard Forno) Date: Fri, 8 May 2009 13:48:30 -0400 Subject: [sticklist] - LTG Medenbach dedication Message-ID: <9D7266E7-2CD0-4D7B-B6E4-4FD0DEBA09F7@infowarrior.org> -----BEGIN PGP SIGNED MESSAGE----- Hash: SHA1 (c/o Jack Wyatt '57) During the Alumni Memorial Chapel Service on Saturday morning (4/25) a memorial plaque for General Medenbach was dedicated in the narthex of the chapel. It is to the right of the doors, next to the plaque for General Baker. The dedication comments are shown below. ALUMNI WEEKEND – APRIL 25, 2009 ALUMNI MEMORIAL CHAPEL SERVICE Our founder, LTG Baker was succeeded as Superintendent of the Valley Forge Military Academy by his long time friend and trusted second in command, Lieutenant General Milton H. Medenbach. As a close associate of the Founder during his Valley Forge career, which began in 1932, General Medenbach served in, or assisted in the establishment of, practically every department of the institution. He held the posts of Teacher, Tactical Officer, Adjutant, Chief of Staff, Deputy Superintendent, and served for more than 30 years as Commandant of Cadets. His final active assignment was that of Superintendent. Following his retirement as Superintendent in 1971, he served the school as Superintendent Emeritus, and as a volunteer historian and archivist. He was the Vice President and Secretary of the former Chapel Foundation Board of Directors. General Medenbach died on January 16, 2007 at the age of 99 after 74 years of service to our Alma Mater. He and his wife, Helen, rest in the crypt at the front of the chapel. During his many years of service to Valley Forge, General Medenbach was the driving force in establishing the high standards of the traditions of character, personal discipline, drill, ceremonies, and individual fitness that have been the hallmarks of military excellence at Valley Forge that we as alumni hold dear in our memories. It was with great sadness that we mourned his passing but at the same time we continue to celebrate his life and honor him for his service, dedication and contribution to Valley Forge and to the many of us in the Long Line of Grey that had the privilege, and the honor to be taught and mentored by him. At this time, in this place and with so much going on around us, it is fitting to conclude this dedication with some of General Medenbach’s own words in an excerpt from the Chapel address he gave to the Corps and their visitors on October 24, 1999. At the time he was 91 years old. I quote “As I look at you from this vantage point, I am always reminded of the French axiom that says: ‘the more it changes, the more it is the same!’ It is, of course, the nature of the Corps of Cadets, as opposed to a “student body.” The faces change, but the Corps is always the same – a vibrant, living entity, which holds you firmly with the silken bonds of sentiment for the rest of your life. The Corps is like that miracle of nature—the bubbling spring—which pours its cool, pure water out of the earth—unending and unlimited—there for the taking! And—so it is with the corps, which produces traditions, customs, loyalties, friendships and integrity year after year—all for the taking and all priceless gifts! This unchanging trait of the Corps makes me feel entirely at home, as I stand before you this morning, for the Corps has been a vital part of my life for so many years and no one can ever leave it behind’ It is with great honor that I help to dedicate this plaque this morning in General Medenbach’s honor so that all of us that knew him and all those who come after us will have a place to remember and honor this great man. Jack Wyatt Class of 1957 VFMA&C April 25, 2009 -----BEGIN PGP SIGNATURE----- Version: 9.8.3.4028 Comment: Rick's Current Public Key @ http://infowarrior.org/pgpkey.txt wj8DBQFKBHBxKWZyO29ebPYRAvLnAJ9211QVlkw8tfKuOBNGon6Ep/W81gCeMyiH RZBtrzbZFA4Q632AmxRR+A4= =vGL+ -----END PGP SIGNATURE----- From rforno at infowarrior.org Fri May 22 22:18:18 2009 From: rforno at infowarrior.org (Richard Forno) Date: Fri, 22 May 2009 18:18:18 -0400 Subject: [sticklist] - VFMC Dean Resigns Message-ID: -----BEGIN PGP SIGNED MESSAGE----- Hash: SHA1 Gentlemen, I have just learned that COL (Dr.) Mike Krause, USA (Ret) has resigned as the Dean of the Valley Forge Military College and Head of Military Affairs. His letter of resignation was accepted by the Administration earlier this afternoon and is effective 1 June 2009. At the moment, the responsibilities of the Dean of the College have been transitioned to the VP of Academic Affairs (Anderson, also serving as the Interim Academy Dean) and the Director of Military Affairs role has been transitioned to the Superintendent (Doyle). More information to follow as it develops, Rick Forno '90 '92C Sticklist Administrator -----BEGIN PGP SIGNATURE----- Version: 9.8.3.4028 Comment: Rick's Current Public Key @ http://infowarrior.org/pgpkey.txt wj8DBQFKFySsKWZyO29ebPYRAuQ9AKCEZ3Kl71LGyLh09UDrn0FUYPuQ0gCdElLj KlHekYpfN6tMwx+/mcKX5Xg= =+T8o -----END PGP SIGNATURE----- From rforno at infowarrior.org Mon May 25 01:42:47 2009 From: rforno at infowarrior.org (Richard Forno) Date: Sun, 24 May 2009 21:42:47 -0400 Subject: [sticklist] - Happy Memorial Day Message-ID: -----BEGIN PGP SIGNED MESSAGE----- Hash: SHA1 All, Just a quick note of recognition, rememberance, and thanks to those who have served in our Nation's Armed Forces over the years -- and a special nod to those who are serving currently, including those forward deployed in harm's way; my best wishes to you and your troops for a safe deployment and speedy, healthy return home! Stay Safe, Rick Forno '90 '92C -----BEGIN PGP SIGNATURE----- Version: 9.8.3.4028 Comment: Rick's Current Public Key @ http://infowarrior.org/pgpkey.txt wj8DBQFKGfeZKWZyO29ebPYRAjbVAKC8vWlm+yKnBUV+ktlaW+oow8k9wQCgojvV deTqR/6yPzHyzWSJzp2eHJQ= =3fdk -----END PGP SIGNATURE-----