The Georgia guardsman [Vol. 3, no. 3 (Mar. 1953)]

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ADJUTANT GENERAL'S
MESSAGE
Fellow Guardsmen: In recent months our Public Information Office has distributed
50,425 items of recruiting material sent to us from the National Guard Bureau. This material included posters, pamphlets, pocket recruiters, etc. which has proved to be the most effective in bringing the National Guard before the public.
The wise use of these and other items, such as the 10,000 bumper stickers, will result in an increased interest in the National Guard and its activities by the potential recruit. While no one item is expected to bring in a recruit, the total effect of the bulk distribution of this material will c reate the desire to join a National Guard un it .
The interest created by ceremonies in connection with the Nationa I Guard movie "Thunderbirds" and, more recently, the new Nationa I Gua rd commemorative stamp has magnified the prominence of the Guard in the sight of the general public.
By taking advantage of these materials, ceremonies and National publicity obtained by the sale of our commemorative stamp, our units should attain the highest strength in its history prior to summer camp this year. The advantages of the National Guard are clear, and it behooves all of us to increase our enlistments at this time when the eyes of the Nation are focused upon the National Guard.

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THE GEORGIA GUARDSmAn
Vol. 3 March, 1953 No. 3
A ublicotion of the Deportment f p Defense, Military Division,
;tate of Georgia. Published in the interest of the Georgia Notional Guard and distributed free to members of the ~;otionol Guard of Georgia. The Guardsman receives AFPS material. AFPS material appearing herein cannot be reprinted without written permission of Armed Forces Press Service, 641 Washington Street,
New York 14, N. Y.
LT. COL. HO:VlER FLYNN Managing Director
CAPT. DOUGLAS EMI3HY Editor

THE NEW PRESIDENT SPEAKS
" . . . I ha\T lonr; been concerned th;Jt the resen-c components be maintained at a high h efficient lC\cl. for the\ comtitntc a \ita] clement in prmiding for the sccurih of our countn. In a little more than a decade, they haYc t\Yicc contributed in a high h 'ignificant fashion to the cffecti\c functioning of the .\mcrican milit<u\ cstab]i,lnncnt. In the long run the >ccurity of a free countr: rc'h in the hands of its ci\ilian soldiers. Professionals h;n-c their indispensable place. but the cfficiCJ1cy, strength, readiness, and the morale of our resenT components arc \ital."
D\VIGIIT D. l':JSL0.'IIOWER President of the United States

Publication and Editorial Office 959 E. Confederate Ave., S. E.
Atlanta, Georgia

Honorable Iierman F:. Talmadge
G'lvernor of Georgi o
Major General Ernest Vandiver
The Adjutant General

The opinions expressed tn The Georgia (;uardsman are those of tht Stafl Uriters of the publication and members of the Ge-orgia ,\ational Guard and do not necessarily reflect any official views of the Adjutant General's Department of Georgia.
OUR COVER ...
THE OFFICIAL INSIGNIA of the Georgia Notional Guard adorns our cover this month. For o little of its history and significance, see page 2 of this edition.
MARCH, 1953

Monroe's Medical Det.

Gets Only ''Superior''

lVlonroe 's Medical Detachment of the 950th AAA Battalion, Georgia Nation-

al Guard, is the only Georgia unit thus far to receive the coveted "Superior"

rating of the Third Army IG's annual inspection team. Commanded by Major

Sam J. DeFreese, the Medical Detachment has received the following letter

of Commendation from Lt. Gen. Alexander R. Dolling, Commanding General,

Third Army:

"I have noted with pleasure that high standard of proficiency is

during the Armory Inspection very gratifying, and I am apprecia-

conducted by the Third Army tive of the outstanding manner in

Inspector General, 8 January 1953, which personnel concerned are

Medical Detachment, %0th AAA performing their mission."

AW Bn (Mobile), Georgia National

Major General Ernest Vandiver,

Guard, Monroe, Georgia, was the Adjutant General of Georgia,

rated 'Superior.'

heaped more laurels upon the

It has been reported that training Medical Detachment and Major

and appearance of personnel were DeFreese when he wrote "It is my

superior, and that the unit is desire to add my commendation for

superior in practically all respects. the splendid record achieved by

The Detachment Commander has your unit during the 1952 training

set an exemplary example of leader- year. The "Superior" rating given

ship which has been -largely your unit by the Inspectors exempli-

responsible for the high morale of fies the high state of efficiency

the enlisted personnel.

reached as the result of diligent

"The achievement of such a application and attention to duty."

THE GEORGIA G U A R D S M A N - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
* New Skysweeper Ushers In *-----Soar Head Signifies
Era of Automatic Artillery Early Militia Spirit

Hot reception for enemy aircraft is the job of the Skysweeper, new 75-mm

anti-aircraft gun developed by Army Ordnance. Largest automatic weapon in

the Army's arsenal, the gun provides maximum effectiveness against low-

flying, high speed planes.

The Skysweeper is a three-in-one gunner or operator must take.

unit, combining radar and computer

When the gun is set to track,

mounted with the gun, which can the computer takes the information

spot, track and intercept enemy from the tracking radar and trans-

aircraft. The 10-ton weapon, mits directions to the servo-motors

transportable by air, is capable of which move the barrel. The com-

knocking down targets at a distance puter automatically figures out

of four miles, but its radar and speed, range, and the course the

computer devices enable it to find target is following. It also figures

and track aircraft as far distant as the necessary "lead" so that a

15 miles. The Skysweeper can she II from the gun will arrive at a

operate day or night regardless of point in the target's path at the

weather conditions.

same time as the target.

The new 75-mm AA piece loads,

The operator then presses the

aims, tracks and fires automatically. firing button. With this fourth step,

Only four operations are required the gun fires automatically. It is

of the gunner. The first is to load fed, rammed and the cases are

the gun. Two 11-pound magazines removed, untouched by human hands.

carry the load. The shell weighs 12~ pounds and carries a proximity

Rate of fire is 45 rounds a minute. On carriage, as the gun

fuse.

starts to fire, is a half-minute's

Second step is to start the radar ammunition.

scanner, an integral part of the

The magazines, which seem to

gun. The radar, set on the left front weigh about 300 pounds, can be

of the mount, sweeps the sky once inserted by a trained loading crew

every 40 seconds to a 15-mile in less than 15 seconds. With

radius. Information that returns to enough loaders and the ammunition

the dish antenna mounted on the properly distributed, the gun can

top of the radar console feeds to maintain continuous fire for as

the computer, mounted in its own long as necessary.

console on the right front of the

Development of the gun was

mount, and to scopes on the radar begun by Army Ordnance late in

control panel where it can be World War II. At that time it ap-

monitored.

peared that the 40-mm automatic

One scope is used while the AA cannon was neither heavy

radar is scanning, another while enough nor accurate enough for use

tracking. Off the gun is an auxiliary against high-speed, medium altitude

sight which the operator can use aircraft.

to direct the gun to a more critical

Both ordnance and industry

target or to one in an area where worked on the gun. Auxiliary

the radar is not currently scanning.

equipment includes the M-8 Army

With the information from the cargo tractor which is used for

radar, the computer directs the moving the gun. The whole piece

amung of the gun. This occurs is semi-mobile; it can be moved

when a "deadman" foot pedal is cross-country if the terrain is not

depressed, stopping scanning by too rough or swampy. Jacks permit

the radar and starting it tracking. the Skysweeper to be emplaced on

This is the third step that the slight slopes or on uneven ground.

The boar's head insignia of the Georgia National Guard retains the historic symbols of the birth and early pioneer spirit of the colony of Georgia. Approved 20 March 1922, the crest is literally described as being "on a wreath argent and gules a boar's head erased gules, in the mouth an oak branch vert fructed." This means, of course, on a wreath' of white and red, a red boar's herzd, and in its mouth a green oak branch with yellow acorns.
It was the crest of Sir lames Oglethorpe, the founder of the colony of Georgia. The boar is the heraldic symbol of courage and ferocity in attack and the boar's head is the classic symbol of hospitality. The predominant original white settlement w,ithin the State is of English origin, and the wreath is accordingly white and red.
AF OK's Black Boot
Air crew members-officers and airmen-may shortly be able to buy black combat boots at clothing sales stores, provided they do not wear them outside their pants as do paratroopers and Air Police.
The Air Force recently authorized the sale of the high tops wherever there are more than enough for AP's. Local commanders will determine whether stocks permit such sale and the Air Force will increase procurement to provide the boots wherever they are in demand. The boots cost $7.20 a pair.
Purchase will be optional, but regulations will permit the substitution of one pair of hoots by each atrman for one pair of required service shoes.
Chief rule for their wear is that other than during flights, they must be worn under the trouser leg, not outside like AP's.-Air Force Times

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MARCH, 1953

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GD PILOTS POSSESS GREAT RECORDS

Air Instructor

158th Ftr Sq CO

Has 2800 Hours

Has 18 Medals

One of the most comprehensive Fighter careers of the Air Force is possessed by Major Hubert L.
icholson, Air National Guard Instructor at Travis field, Savannah. Major Nicholson has over 2800 hours flying time with approximately 2000 of those hours in fi ghter type aircraft. His combat missions total 216 in WW II and the
Korean conflict. Major Nicholson entered active
duty in 1941 in an enlisted sta tus . Entering fl ying training in 1942 , he graduated from flying school at San Antonio, Texas, in June 1943. He received fi ghter-bomber training in Florida a nd tac tical reconnaissance training in Mississippi.
Flying F-51's in the ETO in
1944, he completed no combat
missions. After the war, he returned to the U.S. and served tours of duty with othe r fighter units. Later he was ass igned to a fighter unit in Japan in 1946 for 2Yz years of occupation duty.
Major Nicholson again returned to the U.S. and atte nde d the Air Force Tactical School at Tyndall AFB, Florida. His next assignment was with an F-84 Jet Fighter-Bomber Wing at Shaw Air Force Base, Sumpter, S.C. Whi le in this command, he took part in the joint air-ground maneuvers at Pope AFB and in Puerto Hico.
In 1950 Major Nicholson was assigned to a fighter unit in Korea flying F -51 Mus tangs . His combat missions totaled 106 in this a ction . lleturning to this co untry in 1951, he began flying F-86 Sa bre J e t Interceptors a t Wes tover AFB, ~las sac husetts. Las t year he compl eted a tour of dut y flying F-94 All-Weathe r Interce ptors at Wilmington, Delaware. In September he rep orted for duty with the Air National Guard at Travis.
IVIaj or Nichols on was rated a Senior Pilot in October 1952. His many decorations include the

MA JOR HUBERT L. NICHOLSON
LT. COL . RALPH G. KUHN Distinguished Flying Cross with 4 clusters, the Air Medal with 10 clusters a nd a personal commendation.

An outstanding record of flying accomplishments has been compiled by Lt. Col. Ralph G. Kuhn, Commanding Officer of the 158th Fighter Bomber Squadron of the Air National Guard at Travis Field, Savannah. Col. Kuhn began his flying career in 1941 as an aviation cadet, receiving his wings in May 1942.
Rising rapidly in rank, Col. Kuhn became a squadron commander and group operations officer in the ETO. He completed 65 combat missions in A-20's and was promoted to Lieutenant Colonel in February 1945. He was released from active duty in December 1945.
In 194 7 Col. Kuhn joined the Air National Guard at Hunter Field, Savannah, with the rank of Captain and took over command of the 158th Fighter Squadron there in September 1948, flying F-47's and F-80's.
Hecalled for active duty in October 1950, Col. Kuhn was assigned to George Air Force Base, California, where he became commander of the ll6th Fighter Bomber Group in December 1950. After a period of training there, he took his group to Misawa, Japan, where the group was responsible for the air defense of northern Japan.
After completing this duty, he was then transferred to the 4th Fighter Interceptor Wing in Korea where he piloted F -86 Sabre Jets as Deputy Fighter Group Commander. For a period of six weeks prior to return-ing to the States, Col. Kuhn became Group Commander. In all he completed 80 combat missions.
Col. Kuhn's galaxy of medals include the Distinguished Flying Cross with 3 clusters, the Air Medal with l4 clusters and the Croix de Guerre.
Sign in a factory rehiring women workers : "If your sweater is too big look out for the machines. If you're too big .for your sweater, look out for the machinists."

MARCH, 1953

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THE GEORGIA G U A R D S M A N - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Searchlight., Displays., Leaflets

Spotlight Savannah Premier

Savannah units of the Georgia National Guard went a ll out in their recent

recruiting effort which was coupled with the showing of the National Guard

movie "Thunderbirds."

Twenty thousand leaflets were posters and photographs of Savan-

dropped on the city the morning of nah's local Guard units taken at

the opening by Captain O'Dell s ummer encampment.

Scruggs, project officer for the

Officials of Republic Pictures

occasion, CWO Wallace Melton, described the result of the campaign

and Lt. James H. Strictland, pilot from a boxoffice standpoint as

of the National Guard aircraft used ' 'terrific.,. The popularity of this

to drop the leaflets advertising the event and the highly successful

NG movie.

public ity derived from this cam-

As "tn example of the fine plan- paign obtained "an increasing

ning for this affair, Capt. Scruggs number of new enlistments."

sent a 230th Field Artillery Bat- Captain Scruggs and other Guards-

talion helmet liner to Hollywood men connected with this project

where "Thunderbirds" leading lady, are to be commended for this

Miss Eileen Christy, was photo- excellent showing which resulted

graphed wearing it.

in the outstanding cooperation of

The premier was complete with the Savannah press and radio, the

a IS-million candle power search- Avon Theatre, Camp Stewart

light, secured from Camp Stewart offic ials, and many others.

through the efforts of Colonel

Not only are Guardsmen of the

Marion H. Shultz, Regular Army 230th FA Bn, Savannah, adept in

Instructor of the 48th Division pulling the lanyard on their 105 mm

Artillery. Featured in the lobby of Howitzers; they also excel at

the Avon Theatre were a recruiting pulling some shrewd maneuvers on

booth, an Air National Guard the basketball courts around

display of a jet engine, a 105mm Savannah.

Howitzer, small arms displays,

At last report the y were leading

Eileen Christy wears helmet liner after being named "Miss 230th
FA Bn"
the City League. Their third wm was over the Jefferson Athle t ics Club Alumni, 50-41. Four bas ke ts by Smokey Alderman in as ma ny minutes late in the final period cinched the game. Artillerymen on the team are Billy McDougald, Sleepy Warren, Billy Lee, Billy Smith, Frisbee and Alderman.

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SFC Theodore S. Dowd and SFC Herbert T. Dasher operated the searchlight which was loaned to the local
March of Dimes drive after the premier
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Convincing sales talk interests Avon Theatre patron as M/Sgt Frank Knight and SFC Lawrence Kusic, ll 8th
FA Bn, point out advantages of the Guard
MARCH, 1953

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Wayneshoro Battery Secures
~~Excellent~~ and Publicity

Waynesboro's Battery D, l01st

AA Gun Battalion, Georgia

~ational aj fter retu

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Guar ning

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duty, built up a streng.th of 50

ersonnel, and received a n

r'Excellent" rating from Third

rmy Inspectors 22 January.

As reported in the Waynesboro

Free Citizen, Lt. Col. Royal 0.

Nunamaker, the IG, commented: "~]orale is high, as evidenced by

the alertness, snap and enthusiasm

shown by all personnel. Administra-

tion, supply and maintenance of

equipment is excellent. The officers

and non-coms are capable and

Jisplayed considerable leadership

qua Iities . "

Captain Paul Stone, Commanding

Officer of Btry D, was the subject

of an editorial in the Waynesboro

paper by Roy Chalker in which the

advantages of the National Guard

were enumerated. This is a n excel-

lent example of the outstanding

cooperation a unit can receive from

local newspapers provided the

effort 1s made to secure this

valuable publicity.

Other news of Battery D concerns recent promotions in the unit. Capt. Stone announces the following advancements: Edward E. Glisson from Sgt to SFC; James N. Brya nt, Wiley R. Martin, Aubrey C. Mathis, and Thomas H. Hadcliff from Cpl to Sgt; Marshall G. Dickey,
Junior H. F'raz ier, James L. Glisson, Charlie L. Holland, Jr.,
James W. Johnson, Luther D. Kelly, Billy M. Kirby, William R. Pitts, Jr., Paul E. Quick, Everett E . Radcliff, Robert M. Saxon, and Joe Billy Wood from Pvt E-1 to Pvt E-2.
Btry D held a weekend exercise Sunday, March 8th, in the area back of the American Legion home. Classes were conducted in Leadership, Map Reading, First Aid and Preliminary Rifle Instruction. The noon meal was prepared and served by the Battery cooks.
Recent promotions in the unit were awarded to William R. Pitts, Jr., and William I. Daniels who became Privates First Class. The latest enlistments in Btry D are Luther H. Jenkins and Millard C.

Firing Schedule
Arranged For Catoosa Range
Weekend firing schedules have been arranged for units of the Georgia National Guard a t the Catoosa Rifle Range . The following units will undergo this training at the specified times:
4-5 April- 122nd Inf Regt 11- 12 April - Tenn NG 18-19 April - 122nd Inf Regt 25-26 April- 122nd Inf Regt 2-3 May - 48th Sig & 20lst Ord 9-10 May -48th Sig & 20lst Ord 16-17May -Tenn NG 23-24 May - 201st Ordnance Co 30 -31 May - Tenn NG 6-7 May - Tenn NG 13 -14 May - Tenn NG
The Governor's Trophy, which will be awarded to the unit achieving the highest percentage of qualified marksmen with its basic weapon (M-1, Cal .30 or Carbine), requires that the weapon qualification of the unit be accomplished before summer encampment.
Parker.

SFC Aubrey Daniels is inspected by Col. Nunamaker while Lt. Carroll L. Herrington looks on
MARCH, 1953

Switchboard demonstrated to Pvt Wood, Cpl Mathis, Cpl Martin, Pvts Glisson and Knight, Pfc Edenfield, and
Pvts Parker and Kirby
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THE GEORGIA GUARDSMAN _____________________________________________________________________

1953 ~'Uited ?(J'eee4 Z'a~ ee~e4
7(J ?eateeu 'Pa'Utde4 a~ed e~~dtt4
Armed Forces Day this year will be held on Saturday 16 May 1953. Our National Guard units throughout the State have contributed greatly to the success of this occasion. In the past Atlanta, Savannah, Macon, Columbus, Rome, Monroe and other cities and towns where Georgia Guard units are located, have turned out excellent parades and exhibits to show the people of their community the value of the local National Guard unit.
Now that our AAA and Air units are back from federal service, it is hoped that all available units turn out for dis play be fore the general public Armed Forces Day to emphasize the importance of the Georgia National Guard.
Georgia Hussars Celebrate 217th
Birthday at Savannah Banquet

Nat'l Gd Stamp
Now Distributed
A TWX from the National Guard Bureau reveals that ''National Guard commemorative stamps were sent to post offices'' in Georgia 6 March and "should be available for local sale immediately." It is suggested that . units check with their local postmasters for confirmation of the date of the first sale. Ceremonies in connection with this first sale will be a valuable aid in securing publicity and engendering interest in the National Guard. Unit commanders should also contact their local newspapers for coverage of the initial stamp-selling ceremonies.

The Georgia Hussars celebrated their 217th anniversary on February 14th at the main ballroom of the Hotel DeSoto in Savannah.
Major General Joseph B. Fraser, Commanding General of the 48th Infantry Division was principle speaker for the occasion. In his talk he stressed the need of organizations like the Georgia Hussars in a world "groping for peace." He said that the country now faces the most "critical, exciting times" that man has yet met.
General Fraser stated that, though the progress in halting the tide of communism has been considerable, the job which remains ahead will test our greatest capacities as a nation.
In order to meet the mammoth test that faces the nation, General Fraser stressed the necessity for strengthening the moral and military preparedness of the nation. He said that the Georgia Hussars have always been outstanding in this respect and that he has every reason to believe that the great
traditions of the past will be continued.
Captain William MacD. Lloyd, President of the Georgia Hussars introduced Major General Fraser and outlined his long association with the organization, both officially and personally. This
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The l78th Antiaircraft Artillery Operations Detachment (Georgia Hussars) were the only military unit representing the State of Georgia in the Inaugural Parade at Washington, D. C., January 20th.
A representative group marched directly behind the Georgia float. This was not the first Inaugural Parade the Georgia Hussars have taken part in. The history of the organization reveals that on several different occasions the Georgia Hussars either transported their horses, or rented horses in Washington, and paraded down famous Pennsylvania Avenue past the Presidential reviewing stand.
The group was commanded by Captain lack M. Sauls, CO of the ]78th AAOD, and included about two dozen of the men.
association, it was pointed out had extended over a period of some thirty years.
After partaking of an unusually fine dinner, rhe guests who attended the Georgia Hussars 21 7th Anniversary Banquet, enjoyed a :Vlilitary Ball. This was the first such celebration by the Hussars since 1950.

COL CHARLIE CAMP
AFD PROJECT OFF.
Colonel Charlie F. Camp has been appointed National Guard project officer for Armed Forces Day. He will assist Col. Wilbur H. Vinson in conducting activities for the day throughout the State.
Armed Forces Day will be held May 16. All types of military installations in the Third Army area are planning programs for the day. These are to include demonstrations, parades, award presenta tions and open house activities.
AAA BRIGADE HAS NEW LT.
Master Sergeant William T. I<:sco,
Hq l08th AAA iJrigade, has been commissioned a second lieutenant m the Winder unit. Lt. Esco's c.ivilian occupation is Tax r~xaminer in the Sales Tax Division of the State of Georgia with offices in Atlanta. His home is at 310 Park Avenue, Winder, Ga.
Lt. Esc o's active rr:ilitary career included service with the Military Government in Japan and a tour in the Senior Army Instructor's office of the Georgia National Guard in Atlanta.
t,;Ai~CH, 1953

t t Chaplain's Corner
HERMAN IHLEY 950th. AAA Gun Bn

Capt Cox decorated by Lt Col Taranto
Former 179FA lnstr. Gets Medal Pendant
Captain Charles T. Cox, former Regular Army Instructor, 179th Field Artillery Battalion in Atlanta, has been awarded the Commendation Ribb on with Medal Pendan t in ceremonies in Korea 20 December 195 2.
Capt. Cox was cited for distinguishing himself by meritorious serv ice from 6 July 1950 to 18 August 1952. "During this period," the citation reads, "by the aggressive application of his exceptional abil ities, Captain Cox rendered outstanding assistance and support to this battalion which consequently raised its supply economy, field training efficiency and over-all train ing rating beyond that attained by any other battalion of any type within the Georgia National Guard last year. He was directly responsible for raising standards of supply dis cipline in many other units located in Atlanta and the northern part of Georgia. He materially assisted m procurement and installation of new types and styles of training aids which he originated . By his cheerful attitude, firm but just decisions, resourcefulne ss, strong determination and splendid leadership, Captain Cox
MARC H, 1953

EASTER ----------1953
"If a man die, shall he live again?" This question was asked by Job many centuries ago. It is still being asked today. Especially do those men in Korea, whose homes are in the bunkers facing the Communists, want the answer. Easter replies to this ever-present inquiry: "Why seek ye the living among the dead? He is not here, but is risen."
The Christian religion gives hope in the presence of death. The grave is not the end. It is the merging into our manife st destiny. It is a continuing journey. It is the breaking up of camp and moving on. Those men on maneuvers know the exhilaration when orders come to fold tents and start home.
It is said that before Christ's coming the Tuscans made their tombs face the We st. Death was the end of life's day and the passing into endless night. After Christ's resurrection, the graves faced the East. Instead of sunset there was sunrise.
Easter tells of the birthday of Assurance. The Resurrection of Christ confirms our longings for the tomorrows. In His resurrection, we, too, know we shall rise. We know also that Easter is meaningless until Christ arises in each of our souls.
rmintained close cooperation and high mutual respect and confidence between the Georgia National Guard and the Regular Army. The outstanding manner in which Captain Cox perfocmed his duties reflects great credit to himself and is in keeping with the finest traditions of the military service ."
Captain Cox expects to return to the United States in October, 1953.

1214t Uldta tJet
IJtd ZJut~ttUea
Official designation of units of the 12lst Infan try Regiment have been set forth in addition to their National Guard of the United States d6Signation as prescribed in applicable Department of the Army Tables of Organization. They are as follows: Hq & Hq Co, l2lst In- Macon
Volunteers Co C, l2lst In- Floyd Rifles Co D, l2lst In- Macon Light
Infantry Hq & Hq Co, lst Ban, l21st In-
Southern Cadets Svc Co, 12lst Inf- Macon Hussars
The units indicated succeed former units or organizations of the State Militia, including the National Guard organized or designated as such which have been reorganized, redesignated or disbanded.
STATE GUARD OFFICER Lt. Col. Edward Katz displays his certificate awarded him by the Nati ona I Guard Bureau "in recognition of patriotic service to the National Guard of the United States." Presented to him in Washington, D. C., 26 January, the certificate pertained to the outstanding contribution of Col. Katz in bringing in over 20 recruits in to the 201st Ordnance Company. Col. Katz, vicecommander of the Georgia State Guard Association, has long been active in serving the best interests of the Notional Guard.
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THE GEORGIA GUARDSMAN---------~---------------------

WWII Vets Recalled to Duty
Are Eligible for New Loans

(By Armed Forces Prt".SS Service)
1st Wac: "Are you going to let that redhead steal your boy friend?"
2nd Wac: "Never! I'll dye first."
A young mother had just unburdened herself and told her son the facts of life.
''Now," she said, "have you any questions?"
"Yes," he replied. "How do they get the Saturday Eve;:ing Post out on Wednesday?"
King Arthur: "I hear you've been misbehaving."
Sir Gallahad: "In what manor, sir."
After years of poverty, the old miner struck it rich. He rushed home and threw a thousand dollars in front of his wife. "Now,'' he said happily, "you'll be able to buy yourself some decent clothes.''
"I will not," she exploded. "I'm going to dress just like the other girls."
Doctor: "Well, young man, your cough is a little better today."
Patient: "It oughta be. I've been practicing all night."
1st Waf: "I alw::tys had a premonition that I would die young."
2nd Waf: "But you didn't, did you, dear."
Sgt.: "You should have been here at eight o'clock."
Cpl.: "Why, what happened?''
She: "I want a shorter skirt than the one you showed me."
Clerk: "Have you tried the collar department?"
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(Editor's Note: This is the first of two articles dealing with the eligibility of Korean

veterans who hove token advantage of the loon guaranty provisions under the WWI/

Bill of Rights ond wish to apply for these benefits under the new K-Vet Bill.)

Korean veterans who have sold the homes or farms they purchased with the aid of guaranteed loans under the WWII Bill of Rights are eligible for full loan guaranty rights under the new K-Vet Bill.
The Veterans Administration pointed out that this renewal of rights applies to veterans who
have disposed of real property purchased with the aid of business
loans which were guaranteed or insured under the WWII Bill of
Rights.

The K-Vet Bill, signed by
President Truman July 16, 1952, extends the loan guaranty pro-
visions of the WWII Bill to veterans who served anywhere in the world since June 27, 1950-
the start of the Korean campaign.

Under the two bills, the VA guarantees the lender against loss on home loans up to 60 per-
cent of the loan, with a maximum
guaranty of $7,500.

On farm or business loans,
the VA guarantees the lender against loss up to 50 percent of the loan, with a maximum
guaranty of $4,000 on loans involving real estate and $2,000
on loans not involving real estate.

The new amount of guaranty available under the K-Vet Bill to veterans who used their loan guaranty benefits under the WWII Bill will be reduced by:
1. The initial amount on real property to which the veteran still holds title.
2. The initial amount of the guaranty on a loan which is in default, and
3. The initial amount of the guaranty on a loan on which the VA has paid a claim-(AFPS)
"Remember," said the Provost Marshal, "anything you say will be held against you."
Pvt.: ''Marilyn Monroe, Marilyn Monroe, Marilyn Monroe."

"Any physical defects?" asked the draft-board doctor.
"Yes," replied the hopeful inductee.... 'No guts!"
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Here's another reason you can't take it with you.... It goes before you do.

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MARCH, 1953

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GUARDIAN OF THE PEACE

He doesn't wait for war to come To learn the way to fight ...
He's always ready for the call By day or blackest night!

From tiny town and countryside In numbers that increase
He comes in waves of olive drab . .. Trim guardian of the peace!

The farmer lays his plow aside ... The baker leaves his bread ..
T he butcher leaves his chopping block . . The plumber drops his lead!

For he is all America From every street and yard . . .
Thank God in times of peril For our well -trained l'Jational Gua

-by Nick Ken11y
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