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ADJUTANT 
 
GENERAL'S 
 
MESSAGE 
 
GOVERNOR MARVIN GRIFFIN 
 
MAJOR GENERAL GEORGE J. HEARN 
 
Fellow Guardsmen: 
 
It was a pleasure to observe the enthusiasm with which some of 
 
our National Guard units participated in Muster Day activiti es. I was 
 
greatly impressed with your efforts to make Muster Day a success. 
 
The displays and exhibits I saw indicated that many hours of prepa- 
 
ration and good old American ingenuitr were util'ized to the fullest. 
 
Statewide tabulations of recruiting efforts on Muster Day show 
 
that some 252 enlistments were achieved. Although this is a fine 
 
showing of new men, -it is not a true picture of the result of your en- 
 
deavors. Final processing of enlistment papers were delayed in many 
 
instances due to inconvenience in obtaining parental con sent papers 
 
and lack of medics to perform physical examinations. The total en- 
listments since 1 February were reported to be 639- a commendable 
figure. 
 
It is my opin ion that the potential of our effort has not been ex- 
 
hausted. The excellent c:3 verage given our activit'ies on 22 February 
 
by the press, radio and television calling the attention of the people 
 
to the importance of the National Guard in their community will have 
 
a lasting effect. 
 
These factor s indicate to me that within the next few weeks we 
 
can more than double the enlistments accompli shed on Muster Day. 
 
However, it wil'l behoove us to follow up the contacts established 
 
with potential recruits on George Washington's birthday. 
 
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THE GEORGiA GUARDSMAN 
 
New Recon. Co. Gets M-41 Tan~ 
 
Newnan Guardsmen of Company B, 48th Bo, are getting acquainted with th e new armored equipment 
 
hers of Co B are putting in overtime to facilitate their conversion to Armor. In the accompanying photo 
 
issued to the m after their conver- 
 
M/Sgt Millians is Tank Commander; 
 
sion from Infantry to Armor. Guards- 
 
Sgt Cottle- Tank Gunner; and Sfc 
 
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No. 1 
 
men of the company who are looking forward to Armored training and 
 
Cox- Tank Oriver. They are shown getting acquainted with the M41E2 
 
being a member of the fast moving, 
 
Tank, nicknamed the "Walker Bull- 
 
A publication of the Department of Defense, Military Division, State of Georgia. Published in the interest of the Georgia National Guard and distributed free to members of the National Guard of Georgia. The 
 
hard hitting 48th Reconnaissance Battalion are under the command of Capt. John W. Es tep, Jr. 
In addition to a thorough training training program of Armor for the individual soldier, some of t~e mem- 
 
dog. " These men, along wi th other Guardsmen will form the core of instructors who will direct the remainder of the company ilj tl~e various phases of tank ope ration a~d gunnery. 
 
Guardsman receives AFPS material 
 
AFPS material appearing herein 
 
cannot be reprinted without written 
 
permission of Armed Forces Press 
 
Service, 641 Washington Street, 
 
Ne w York 14, N.Y. 
 
LT. COL. DONALD E. MEES Managing Director 
MAJOR DOUGLAS EMBRY Editor 
SERGEANT DON GREER Photographic Technician 
 
Publication and Editorial Office 959 E. Confederate Ave., S.E. 
Atlanta 2, Georgia 
 
 
 
 
 
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Honorable Marvin Griffin 
 
Governor of Georgia 
 
Major General George J, Hearn 
The Adjutant General 
 
 
 
 
 
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The opinions expressed in The Georgia Guardsman are those of the Staff Writers of the publication and members of the Georgia National Guard and do not necessarily reflect any ?fficial views of the Office of the 
Adjutant General of Georgia. 
 
Our Cover ... 
We never thought there was one in existence, but here it is -one of George Wo shin gton' s Recruiting Po stera.lt iso historicdocumentreflectlng the pennonence of our great notion; It suggests, as we still do, that bearing arms helps "God save 
our Country." 
JAN, FEB '56 
 
T-Sgt Joel Aclclison 
Among Top Airmen 
T/Sgt Joel W. Addison, 128th Fighter Interceptor Squadron, Ga. ANG, has graduated from the Aircraft Electrician Repairman's Course at Sheppard AFB, Texas, with honors, finishing in the top 7% of the class. At the termination of the course 24 January, he was presented with a certificate of commendation from the base commander there. 
 
Five NG Officers 
Direct Rifle Matches 
A committee of five Georgia National Guard officers has been appointed to direct and supervise the Small Bore Rifle competition among Army and Air components during 1956. They are Lt. Col. Cecil R. Kelly, Maj. Charle& D. Burgess, Capt. Hubert F. Locke, Lt. John W. Adams Ill and CWO Thomas D. Qarke, Sr. 
 
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IG EIGIIEERS, ORDNANCE CO AVERT By 8:00 a.m. Thursday, 54,000 gallons had been pumped, and there were 33,000 gallons in the tanks. 
 
WATER SHORTAGE II LOGANVILLE This was the second time within three months the Columbus and At- 
 
lanta Guardsmen were called upon 
 
Skilled, Georgia National Guardsmen, called to state duty 10 January by 
 
Gov. Marvin Griffin, set up an emergency water system in Loganville after 
 
a prolonged drought dried up one of the town's two wells and slowed the 
 
other to a trickle. 
 
ployees. 
 
Nine engineers of Columbus' 
 
The 201st Ord personnel included 
 
560th Engr Bn and six experts from SFC Frank Barnes, SFC Warren Me- 
 
Atlanta's 201st Ord Co. comprised Cullough and Sgts. Quinton Carroll, 
 
to install an emergency water s ystem. A water crisis in Talbotton, Ga., Oct 29 of last year also was relieved by the same Jilter syste m. Chemicals used in the purification of the water are alum of phosphate and soda ash. 
 
the 15 Georgia Guardsmen who William C. Drake, Roy Roby, and 
 
erected tanks and laid almost a mile Herman Glass. 
 
of pipe in record time. 
 
Within five hours after their arrival 
 
at the water point at 11:00 a.m. 
 
Wednesday, the hard-working Guards- 
 
men had set up four 3000 gallon fil- 
 
ter tanks, dammed up a small stream, 
 
connected six water pumps and two- 
 
thirds of a mile of four-inch alumi- 
 
num pipe. They began pumping water 
 
to the city reservoir- at the rate of 
 
6000 gallons per hour-at exactly 
 
4p.m. 
 
Loganville's Mayor Clifford Cow- 
 
sert said he felt "great relief" as 
 
he observed the Guardsmen making 
 
the final connections on the main 
 
pump. 
 
Maj. Gen. George J, Hearn, Adju- 
 
tant General of Georgia, alerted the 
 
Columbus Guardsmen at 4:30 p.m. 
 
Tuesday. After receiving the call, 
 
the engineers loaded their equip- 
 
ment, which included six tanks, 
 
eight pumps and three portable fil- 
 
~e~3 . At the same time, n.embers of 
 
the Ordnance Company were busy 
 
getting aluminum pipe from the Civil 
 
Defense stockpile in Atlanta. 
 
Under the direction of Lt. Edward Reed, the Guardsmen left Columbus at 5 a.m. Wednesday by military c,onvoy. The men under his command included M/Sgt. Lorell Roberts, M/Sgt. James E. Hale, SFC Louie C. Rodgers, SFC Howard Hardy, Sgt. James E. Harrell, SFC Thomas Yarbrough, SP3 Inman Averett and Cpl John A. Cordone. 
All are members of Hq and Svc Co 'except SFC Rodgers, Co E, and SFC Yarbrough, a member of Co D. Cardone and Averett were called from their civilian jobs. The others were permanent National Guard em- 
 
1- Cpl. John A. Cardone, left, and SFC Thomas Yarbrough, both of the 560th 
Engineer Bn, Columbus, dam up a creek preparatory to inserting the suction 
pump. 2- Maj. Gen. George J. Hearn, points to: spot where water is being r-: 
moved from creek. Standing with' him is Lt. c Edward Reed, .- H&S .Co, 560th Engrs. 3- Eventually utilizing five of their six tanks, the engineers are shown here erecting the third tank shortly after their arrival. 4- Operating the port 
ab1e filter, the Columbus Guardsmen make a final test before pumpin .g the 
purified water into the last tank  .5- Pumping operatiol) begins , as wat.er in 
first tank has settled and is drawn through filter and is pumped into the. final tank, ready for pumping to the reservoir. 6.- Mayor Cl iffo~d Cowsert, lef't, watches General Hearn as the final connection is made on the main pu mp. 
Officer in the photo is Lt. Reed, director of the operation. Guardsmen i ~ this 
photo are members of Atlanta's. 20 1st Ordnance Co. 7 : "There she . go~s ! " General Hearn gives the signal as Lt. R~ed li.sten~ to the . singing _pipe as 
water starts flowing to Loganvill'~ at the rate of 6;000 _gallons per hour. 
 
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JAN, FEB '56 
 
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 THE GEORGIA GUARDSMAN--------------------------------------------------------------- 
 
Btry C, 950th Bn, Activated in Hartvvell 
 
Georgia's llOth Army National Guard unit has been organized in Hartwe ll, ton; Major George M. Johnson, E l- 
 
with the activation 6 Feb of Battery C, 950th Antiaircraft AW Battalion, a berton; and Major Phil Thomp son, 
 
unit of the l08th AAA Brigade under the command of Major General Ge orge J. 950th Advisor, Elberton. 
 
Hearn, Adjutant General of Georgia. 
 
Commanded by Captain George R. 
 
Moore of Hartwell, the unit was in- 
 
spected for Federal Recognition in 
 
the Hart County Courthouse, tempo- 
 
rary location of the battery. Lt. Col. 
 
Donald E. Downard, Acting Asst. IG 
 
of Georgia Military District, was the 
 
inspecting officer. 
 
Mayor Lee Carter enthusiastically 
 
supported the activation of the unit. 
 
Eighteen men were sworn into the 
 
unit, becoming charter members of 
 
the battery in Hartwell. Battery C 
 
was formerly located in Thomson, 
 
Georgia. 
 
Lt. John F. Sherrifs and Warrant 
 
Officer Howard Bagwell of Elberton 
 
processed the enlistment records of 
 
the new Guardsmen and helped con- 
 
struct the necessary strong rooms for Capt. George R. Moore, left, Battery C Commander, swears in his 18 Guards - 
 
the storing of firearms. 
 
men who become charter members of the Hartwell unit. The Guardsmen took 
 
Members of Battery C are SFC 
 
the oath in the Hart County Courthouse, present location of the new unit. 
 
Hiram j. Brock, Hartwell; SFC Hoyt 
 
L. Gurley, Jr., Canon; Sgt. James P. 
 
Cole, Hartwell; Sgt. Clarence B. 
 
Pierce, Royston; Specialist 3/C 
 
Thomas H. Burdette, Elberton; SP3/C 
 
Robert E. Collier, Jr., Bowersville; 
 
SP3/C Harvard G. Hart, Royston; 
 
Pfc James F. Corn, Lavonia; Pfc 
 
Joe F. Rice, Hartwell; Pvt. Billie 
 
F. 'Atkinson, Royston; Pvt. William 
 
C. Kerr, Royston; Private Royce T. 
 
Dyer, James E. Maxwell, Gerald F. 
 
Robertson, Gerald Temple, Frank D. 
 
Vickery, and George E. Whitfield, 
 
all of Hartwell; and Pvt. Virgil A. 
 
Kay, Dewey Rose. 
 
Visiting officers attending the ac- 
 
tivation ceremonies were Colonel 
 
Robert Williams, Senior Army Advi- 
 
sor; Lt. Col. John Wallis, 950th bat- 
 
talion commander from Elberton; Lt. 
 
Col. Clarence Wickersham, Washing- Lt. Col. Donald E. Downard, Acting Asst. Inspector General of the Ga. Mil. 
 
Dist., prepares a report of approval for the activation of Btry C, 950th AA A 
 
The Texan was puzzled when he was asked to pay a 50-cent toll at the George Washington Bridge. "Son," he informed the attendant, "I never carry anything less than a $500 bill. How much do you want for the br idge?" 
 
Bn. After inspecting the facilities in the Hart County Courthouse and reviewing the 18 new Guardsmen, Lt. Col. Downard drafts his letter requesting Federal Recognition. Capt. George R. Moore, seated at left, is the new battery commander. Visiting officers are, left to right, Col. Robert Williams, Lt. Col. John Wallis, Lt. Col. Clarence Wickersham, Major George Johnson and 
Major Phil Thompson. 
 
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JAN, FEB '5 6 
 
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Jet Sqs. to get Swept-wing F-84 ~~Thunderstreaks"'"' 
 
Georgia's Air National Guard jet squadrons are slated to receive F-84F 
 
Th derstreaks-a current Air Force production jet which can o.perateat 
 
su::r-sonic speeds. Five of the sleek jets are scheduled for delivery to 
 
Dobbins AFB by 1 May 56. The Thunderstreak is the swept- 
 
wing version ofthe F-84 Thunderjet, 
 
with which the ll6th Fighter Inter- 
 
ceptor Wing is now equipped. The 
 
Thunderstreak' s terminal velocity is 
 
rated at 1.175 Mach- or in excess 
 
of the speed of sound. 
 
Georgia squadrons to be equipped 
 
with the new fighters are located at 
 
Dobbins Air Force Base, Marietta, 
 
and Travis Field, Savannah. The 
 
U6th Fighter Interceptor Wing, with 
 
headquarters at Dobbins, is com- 
 
manded by Col. Bernard M. Davey 
 
who revealed that two other squad- 
 
rons within the Wing at Jacksonville, 
 
Fla. and Congaree, S.C. will also 
 
be supplied with F-84F's. 
 
For the first time jet barriers will 
 
be enacted on the end of the principal runways at all four Wing installations. The barrier, made of nylon 
 
Major Phi IColman 
 
net material, is designed to prevent injury to the pilot or damage to the aircraft in the event any difficulty is experienced during takeoffs and 
 
Commands 158 FIS 
Major Philip E. Colman, of Savan- 
 
landings. Extension of runways are nah, has assumed command of the 
 
contemplated at Congaree and Jack- 158th Fighter Interceptor Squadron, 
 
sonville to facilitate the jets' op- located at Travis Field in Savannah. 
 
eratioy. 
 
The assignment was made effective 
 
Eqdtpped to refuel in flight, the December 1, 1955. 
 
F-84F's are capable of intercepting 
 
Major Colman, former Operations 
 
present-day jet bombers. First de- Officer of the ll6th Fighter Inter- 
 
liveries are scheduled to be made ceptor Wing, replaced Major Donald 
 
to the Wing at Dobbins AFB within six months. 
 
H. Smith, who had served as 158th commander since April 1953. 
 
Operations and maintenance personnel throughout the Wing will begin specialized training at au- 
 
A native of Roanoke, Virginia, Major Colman has had 14 years military service, 13 as an officer and 
 
thorized schools within 60 to 90 days to familiarize themselves with the advanced jet. Col. Davey said 
 
pilot. He is a veteran of World War II and the Korean conflict. During the former he flew with the famed 
 
the F -84F's will give his Wing an increased capability to defend the United States and is in keeping with Air Force policy to furnish the Air National Guard with the latest type aircraft as they become available . 
A mobile training unit, consisting of mock-ups of the essential parts of the F-84F, is cheduled to arrive at Oobbins AFB in May . 
 
"Flying Tigers" in the China-Burma-India Theater, where he was credited with destroying six Japanese aircraft, probably destroying two more and damaging seven. 
During the Korean conflict, he was credited with destroying four enemy aircraft and damaging one. 
Major Colman has been awarded the Air Medal with four clusters, 
 
JAN, FEB '56 
 
(vlajor Philip Colman 
the Distinguished Flying Cross with five clusters, the Silver Star, Presidential Unit Citation with two clusters, Korean Presidential Citation, American Theater Ribbon, Asiatic-Pacific Ribbon with three clusters, European Theater Ribbon, Good Conduct Medal, World War II Victory Medal, United Nations Ribbon, Korean Service Medal, PrePearl Harbor Medal, and the Armed Forces Heserve Medal. 
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An Essay Contest for senior high school boys is being sponsored by the National Guard Association of Georgia. 
The program was initiated by the Association's Executive Council at a meeting in Macon in December. The three top winners will be awarded a total of $875 in scholarships, with $500 the first prize, $250, second; and $125, third. 
Subject of the essay will be "The Role of the National Guard in the Community, State and Nation." 
Its purpose is to stimulate interest in the National Guard among young men of high school age who are approaching a time of military service obligatiiJn. 
Each unit has contacted local high school principals and explained the rules. Posters such as the one shown on this page have been placed on school bulletin boards to attract the attention of the seniors. 
The contest started 15 January and ends 16 April. Length of the essay will be from 1,500 to 2,000 words. Eligible for the contest are those high school senior boys in schools which lie in community areas which support and furnish personnel for Georgia Army and Air National Guard units. 
A board of officers from the local unit will screen the entries in their local communities, selectir.g a first second and third choice. The first, choice from each school will be forwarded to Lt. Col. Creighton L. Rhodes, Essay Chairman. A board of officers will select the 10 best entries. 
Major General Edgar C. Erickson, Chief, National Guard Bureau, has consented to appoint a board to judge the final winners in Washington. When the top winners have been determined, their names will be forwarded to Col. Rhodes by 16 May. 
Prize winners must utilize their scholarships on or before 1 July 1957. In the event the prize winners do not enroll by this date, the next highest contestant will be afforded the opportunity to select the school 
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FOR SENIOR BOYS 
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f!o~UUt,. State .44Ut '1ta-tto. 
2nd PRIZE: $250.00 SCHOLARSHIP 3rd PRIZE: $125.00 SCHOLARSHIP 
 
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SEE YOUR PRINCIPAL FOR RULES 
 
Gen. Hearn Heads NGAUS Leg. Committee 
 
Major General George /. ll earn, Adiutant General of Georgia, has been named Chairman of one of the most important committees of the National Guard Association of the United States. General Hearn heads the Legislative Committee which is composed of I I members from IO States. 
Ma;. Gen. George F. Finch, vet 
of his choice within 9() days and receive the benefit of the higher award. 
 
eran Georgia Air National Guardsman and present 14th AF Commander, has been appointed to a five-year term on the important Finance Committee. 
Appearing as a member of the Committee on !lis tory of the National Guard is Brig. General Homer Flynn, Asst. Adiutant General of Ga. for Air. 
These committee assignments were announced by Ma;. Gen. Ellard A. Walsh, President, National Guard Association of the United States. 
 
JAN, FEB '56 
 
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Brig. Gen. Homer Flynn Installed President Praises As Old Guard Bn. Commander Role of Reservist 
 
Brigadier General Homer Flynn, .\s istant Adju ta nt General of Georgia for Air, was installed as Commander of the Old Guard Battalion of the Gate City Guard on January 19th. He was sworn in by Major General George J. Hearn, The Adjutant Ge neral, who also installed Capt. Herman Gist as Commander of the Gate City Guard . 
General Flynn succeeded Col. E lmer Stanley. The installation cermonies, wh ich honored General Robert E . Lee's birthday and commemorated that date, were held at the Oruid Hills Country Club in Atlanta. The formal affair was attended by members of both organizations who dressed in their traditional military attire. 
The Old Guard Battalion recently sponsored the Governor's Staff Ball held at the Biltmore Hotel in December. This historic organization had its origin in 1855 at a meeting at the corner of Whitehall and Wall 
treets. Originally part of the Gate City 
Guard, the recognized militia of the Atlanta area at the time, the Old Guard Battalion separated from its 
 
Gen. Hearn swears in Ge n. Flynn, Capt. Gist as Old Guard, Gate City 
Guard Comma nders. 
parent organization May 23rd, 1893, when the Governor of Ge orgia required the Gate City Guard to bear arms. Thus the older members of the organization were forced out a nd formed the historic social club known as the Old Guard Battalion. 
The Gate City Guard is presently composed of active Georgia Nati onal Guard Officers of the 179th Armored Field Artillery Battalion and the 
122nd Armored Infantry Battalion. Capt. Gist is Commanding Officer of Co A, 122nd Armd In Bn. He succeeded Capt. Edward Westlake as Gate City Guard Commander. 
 
WO George Bruce's Service Center Rates 
 
Superior; Organization Maint Shop OK'd 
 
Utilizing his many, well-known talents, Warrant Officer George J, Bruce has adde d another laurel to his lengthy file. 
WO Bruce, who has been instrumenta l in winning the annual supply and orderly room award for his Brunswick unit, is Chief of Service Center o. 13 in Brunswick. On December 20th , Third Army inspectors inspected this Service Center and awarded it a Superior rating for its maintenance of whee1 vehicles, care of ~pare. parts and accuracy of admintstrattve records. 
Assisted by Sgt. Hubert C. Thompson , WO Bruce is charged with the responsibility of maintaining the 
 
federal equipment of the Brunswick and Waycross National Guard units. 
Construction of the first Organizational Maintenance Shop for Georgia has been approved by the Bureau of the Budget and the National Guard Bureau. 
To cost approximately $25,000, the structure will house the facilities for Service Center No. 10 in Elberton. Its equipment will include a 2800 lb hydraulic lift, a built-in compressor and high pressure lubricating apparatus. 
Bids will be let during February. Construction will be financed by 100% federal funds. 
 
JAN, FEB '56 
 
Wash ington (AFPS) - President Eisenhower in his recent State of the Union message to Congress paid tribute to the members of the armed f or ~es for the impor tant role they play in the nation's defense. 
"In the last analys is," he said, "our real strength lies in the caliber of the men and women in our armed forces, active and reserve.'' 
Although much has been done to attract and hold capable military personnel, "more needs to be done," the .President asserted. He renewed his request of last year le gislation to provide proper medical care for military dependents and a more equitable survivors' benefit program. 
"The Administration," he added, "will prepare additional recommendations designed to achieve the same objectives, including career incentives for medical and dental officers and nurses, and increases in the proportion of regular officers . '' 
Speaking of the overall U.S. defense program, the President said it "emphasizes an effective flexible type of power calcula ted to deter or repulse any aggression and to preserve the peace.'' 
"Short of war," he declared, "we have never had military strength better adapted to our needs with improved readiness for emergency use. 
"The maintenance of this strong milita ry capability for the indefinite future will continue to call for a large share of our national budget.'' 
Gen. Eisenhower said the effectiveness and combat-readiness of our forces have been improved by putting new weapons into operation and by integrating the latest scientific developments, including new atomic weapons, into our military plans. 
The two traveling bopsters while in Russia saw a man being flogged in the public square. 
"I don't dig the beat," said one, "but that sure is a crazy drum." 
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 Lt Col Kelly Names 
NGA Committees 
Chairmen and members of the special and standing committees of the National Guard Association of Georgia have been designated by Lt. Col. William H. Kelly, association president. They are as follows: LEGISLATIVE: Maj.Gen. Joseph B. Fraser, Chairman; Brig. Gen. Patrick E. Seawright, Col. James C. Grizzard, Col. Bernard M. Davey, Col. B. F. Merritt and Col. Edward J, Mackey. MILITARY CODE: Maj. Gen. George J, Hearn, Chairman; Maj. Gen. Joseph B. Fraser, Brig. Gen. Charlie F. Camp; Brig. Gen. Homer Flynn, Brig. Gen. Patrick E. Seawright, Col. James C. Grizzard, Col. Bernard M. Davey, and Lt. William Paul. BY-LAWS: Col. James C. Grizzard, Chairman; Lt. Col. John M. Hancock, Capt. Ben Bruce and Lt; William Paul. MEMBERSHIP: Lt. Col. Andrew W. McKenna, Chairman; Lt. Col. Pa ul Innecken, Maj. Hiram Hone a , Maj. Jack Conrad, Capt. Robert Kelly and Maj. Robert T. Baird. FINANCE: Mai. Thomas Green, Chairman; Maj. Ben Kersey, Maj. Robert T. Baird and Capt. Louis White. RESOLUTIONS: Lt. Col. John M. Hancock, Chairman; Maj. Edward Slaton, Maj. William Summerall, Maj. Jack Sauls and Capt. Arthur Patton. TIME AND PLACE: Lt. Col. James D. Teaque, Chairman; Lt. Col. Walter Ashmore, Maj. Philip E. Colman, Maj. Grady P. Hext, Maj. George Smith, Maj. Jack Sauls and Capt. Robert Tidwell. PUBLIC RELATIONS AND PUBLICITY: Lt. Col. Donald E. Mees, Chairman; Maj. Douglas Embry, Maj. Homer V. Hockenberry and WO Heber Quinney. CONVENTIONS: Lt. Col. Albert J, Twiggs, Chairman; Maj. Ed Slaton, Maj. Harry Carpenter and Capt. J, B. Duncan. SOCIAL SECURITY: Maj. William Ramsden, Chairman; Lt. Col. Jessie Reeves, Maj. Robert Baird and Lt. William Paul. BUILDING FUND: Maj. Gen. George 
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SEL SVC DIR PROM OTED 
Newly appointed Selective Service Director of Georgia, Mike Y. Hendrix has been promoted to full Colonel effective 3 February. 
Col. Hendrix, who was appointed to the top selective service job by General Lewis B. Hershey 28 June 55, came up through the ranks of the Georgia National Guard. In 1935 he joined the Liberty Independent Troop U, 108th Cavalry, in Hinesville. Later he went into federal service during WW II as an officer in the 101st AAA Battalion, Ga. NG, serving under Gov. Marvin Griffin, then battalion commander of the 101st. 
Col. Hendrix began his tour of duty with Selective Service April 20th, 1951 when he was assigned as Chief of the Field Division and Clas,sification Officer. His office is located in the Peachtree Seventh Building in Atlanta. 
J. Hearn, Chairman; Maj. Gen. Joseph B. Fraser, Brig. Gen. Patrick E. Seawright, Brig. Gen. Homer Flynn, Brig. Gen. Charlie F. Camp, Col. Jack Johnson, Col. Bernard M. Davey, Col. William Wrigley, Col. B. F. Merritt, Col. Sanders Camp, Col. Edward Mackey, Col. Roy Hogan, Col. Wesley D. Willingham, Lt. Col. Donald E. Mees and Maj. Douglas Embry. HISTORIC RECORDS OF UNITS: Col. William Wrigley, Chairman; Lt. Col. James D. Teaque, Lt. Col. Albert Twiggs and Maj. Jack Conrad. MEMORIAL: Capt. Ben Bruce, Chairman; Capt. Robert Kelly and Lt. William Paul. 
 
With a nationwide campaign for funds underway, The National Guard Association of the United States may well have one of the most imposing buildings in our nation's capitol within five years. 
To be built as a memorial to the thousands of . National . Guardsmen who have given their lives in the cause of peace and freedom, the edifice will serve as a constant reminder of the heritage of the National Guard. 
Details of the program were outlined to the 2,000 delegates to the 77th General Conference of the National Guard Association at New Orleans in October of last year. 
When the Building Committee's presentation was made- utilizing slide-projection aids and a model of the proposed memorial- the report received the enthusiastic backing of the delegates. 
At a meeting of the Executive Council of the National Guard Association of Georgia in Macon 4 December, the Council endorsed the following plan to raise Georgia's share of funds for the building: 
1- The contribution by each officer and warrant officer of one day's pay and longevity. 
2- A donation of 5 cents per drill per member of the Georgia National Guard for one year. 
3- A contribution of $1.00 per en listed man, entitling him to a F oun ders Certificate and lounging facil ities in the building. 
If the three methods are success fully carried out, Georgia will achieve its quota for financing the memorial in one year. 
JAN, FEB '56 
 
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Georgia NG Recruiting Guide 
 
Praised by Gens Walsh, McGowan 
 
The popularity of the Georgia National Guard's Recruiting Brochure has been widespread. 
Letters of praise have been received by the office of the Adjutant General from Major General Ellard A. Walsh, President of the National Guard Association of the United States, and Major General D. W. McGowan, Chief, Army Division, National Guard Bureau. In addition several States have requested copies of the brochure after reading favorable editorial comment contained in the December edition of the NGB Newsletter. 
General Hearn received the following letter from General Walsh: 
"This morning there came to my desk your Recruiting Guide for the Unit Commander, and I was very much impressed with the manner in which the pamphlet had been gotten up, and the clear and concise manner in which the importance of recruiting was handled. 
"Your center page, 'Develop Background Knowledge' and the reference to the publication, 'The Nation's National Guard,' did not escape me, and neither did the back page in which you plug 'The National Guardsman.' For these latter two things the Association is indeed grateful, and I compliment you on what I regard as a splendid publication.'' 
To General Camp, Asst AG for Army, General McGowan wrote: "I have received a copy of your publication 'Recruiting' from our PIO. I want to congratulate your staff on a fine job. The value of a full time and competent PIO with your headquarters is more than indicated by this publication." 
The Newsletter editorial concluded with the statement "The GearNational Guard is to be commended for its direct and vigorous approach to a major problem. It is this sort of thinking and action which can be of great value to Guard units everywhere." 
 
Guard Publications Increase by Two 
Two interesting and worthwhile publications have recently been produced by two companies of the l2lst Infantry. 
A 144-page photographic review of their 1955 Summer Field Training activities has been compiled by Capt. Charles B. Blount's Co G, l2lst In Regt in Waycross. The publication, which contained an astounding 268 photos -not counting 89 thumb-nail head shots -was the brainchild of SFC Leslie R. Floyd, unit P.I.O. 
SEC Floyd was the author, editor, photographer and printer- no small task in view of the thickness of the book. The Ware County Times made their printing facilities available to Co G. The unit is now H, H&S Co, l7lst Armd In Bn. 
Another publication, entitled "Your National Guard," has been published by H, H&S Co, l2lst Armd In Bn, Albany. 
Edited by lst Lt. William P. Mangum, Jr., the 9-page booklet was designed to explain to the people of Albany the history of the unit, its role in our nation's defense and its 
 
NG ARMORY PROGRAM 
RESUMES AFTER STALL 
Georgia's National Guard Armory construction program, which was temporarily stalled by the Bureau of the Budget, has been resumed with the final approval for three new armories. 
Funds for the Douglasville, Elberton and Albany armories are the first to be released since October 1st. 
Georgia will begin the construction of approximately 15 additional armories in 1956 provided there is no further hitch in the program. Reason for the two-month delay was attributed to a requirement by the Bureau of the Budget for justification for additional space within the $100,000 structures. 
Original space criteria was set forth April 18th, 1952 by the Department of Defense. Other factors which are considered by the Budget Bureau before final approval is given are climatic conditions, geographic conditions and availability of outside training areas. Examples of climatic data which must he submitted are mean temperature, average rain and snowfall and relative humidity. These additional detailed reports have necessarily added to the delay in erecting our armories. 
Virtual assurance has been received for final approval of Brunswick's two-unit armory, and approval is anticipated in the near future for the construction of units at Columbus, Dalton and Forsyth. Final plans are being prepared for the letting of contracts for armories at Dublin, Augusta, Valdosta. Eastman, Hawkinsville and Covington. 
advantages of membership. It explained in detail the composition of a National Guard unit and its mission in the field, utilizing its equipment and weapons. 
These two publications are examples of what can he done by any unit wanting to exert a little extra effort in order to publicize their unit and produce a permanent memento of their activities. 
 
JAN, FEB '56 
 
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 THE GEORGIA GUARDSMAN--------------------------------------------------------------~ 
 
CiEORCiE WASHINGTON'S 
Sentiments on a Peace 
Establishment 
 
WHAT GEORGE WASH lNG TON ADVOCATED 175 YEARS AGO IS TODAY THE BASIS OF THE NATIO~~AL GUARD'S ORGANIZATION -IF GENERAL WASHINGTON WAS AWARE OF OUR NEED FOR A RESERVE FORCE IN THOSE EARLY DAYS OF OUR NATION'S EXISTENCE, YOU SHOULD KNOW WHAT HE PROPOSED AND WHY YOU ARE A PART OF THE "NATIONAL MILITIA" HE FORESAW AS THE "BULWARK OF OUR LIBERTIES AND 
INDEPENDENCE." 
Reprinted courtesy TARHEEL GUARDSMAN & RANDOM HOUSE PUBLISHERS 
 
(The following paragraphs were taken from a letter from George Washington to Alexander Hamilton, discovered and published by Brig. Gen. John McAuley Palmer, author of America in Arms:) 
 
"SENTIMENTS ON A PEACE ESTABLISHMENT" 
by GEORGE WASHINGTON 
A Peace Establishment for the United States of America may in my opinion be classed under four different heads vizt: 
First. A regular and standing force, for Garrisoning Posts, to awe the Indians, protect our Trade, prevent the encroachment of our Neighbors of Canada and the Florida's, and guard us at least from surprises. 
Secondly. A well organized Militia; upon a Plan that will pervade all the States, and introduce similarity in their Establishment, Manoeuvers, Exercise and Arms. 
Thirdly. Establishing Arsenals of all kinds of Military Stores. 
Fourthly. Academies, one or more for the Instruction of the Art Military; particularly those Branches of it which respect Engineering and Artillery. 
SMALL REGULAR FORCE NEEDED 
Altho' a large standing Army in time of Peace hath ever been considered dangerous to the liberties of a Country, yet a few Troops, under certain circumstances 
 
are not only safe, but indispensably necessary. F' ortunately for us our relative situation requires but few . .. 
The Troops requisite for the Post of West Point, for the Magazines, and for our Northern, Western and Southem Frontiers, ought, in my opinion, to amount to 2631. 
The three Years Men now in service will furnish the proposed Establishment, and from these, "it is presumed, the Corps must in the first Instance be composed. 
When the Soldiers for the War have frolicked a while among their friends, and find they must have recourse to hard labour for a livelyhood, I am persuaded numbers of them will reinlist upon almost any Terms. Pay, Clothing and Emoluments should be clearly and unequivocally expressed and promulgated, that there may be no deception or mistake. 
Rum should compose no part of a Soldier's Ration; but Vinegar in large quantities should be issued. 
Vegetables they can, and ought to be compelled to raise. If Beer could be provided, it ought to be given gratis, but not made part of the Compact with them. It might be provided also, that they should receive one or two days fish in a Week. 
A proper recruiting fund should be established; from which the Regiment may always be kept complete. 
 
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JAN, FEB '56 
 
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THE GUARD! BULWARK OF LIBERTY 
 
ADJUTANTS GENERAL REQUIRED FOR EACH STATE 
 
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UNIVERSAL MILITARY OBLIGATION 
 
It may be laid down as a primary position, and the basis of our system, that every Citizen who enjoys the protection of a free Government, owes not only a proportion of his property, but even his personal services to the defence of it, and consequently that the Citizens of America (with a few legal and official exceptions) from 18 to 50 Years of Age should be borne on the Militia Rolls, provided with uniform Arms, and so far accustomed to the use of them, that the Total strength of the Country might be called forth at Short Notice on any very interesting Emergency, and for these purposes they ought to be duly organized into Commands of the same formation. 
 
.They ought to be regularly Mustered and trained, and to have their Arms and Accoutrements inspected at certain appointed times, not less than once or twice in the course of every year but as it is obvious, amongst such a Multitude of People (who may indeed be useful for temporary service) there must be a great number, who from domestic Circumstances, bodily defects, natural awkwardness or disinclination, can never acquire the appearance of any body of Troops to which they are attached, and as there are a sufficient proportion of able bodied young Men, between the Age of 18 and 25, who, from a natural fondness of Military parade (which passion is almost ever prevalent at that period of life) might easily be enlisted or drafted to form a Corps in every State. 
 
THE GUARD: GUARDIAN OF RIGHTS 
 
It will be altogether essential, and sufficient that perfe~t Uniformity should be established throughout the 
 
Contuaent, and pervade, as far as possible, every Corps, 
 
IIJhetlaer of standing Troops or Militia, and of whatever 
 
denomination they may be. 
 
B~fore Nataona~ 
 
I close Militia, 
 
my remarks on the establishment of our which is to be the future guardian of 
 
rtnhaoianetamng'dhtsso 
 
and that Independents, which have been gloriously, by the fortitude and persever- 
 
a~e of our Countrymen, I shall descend, a little more 
 
:nately to the interior arrangements, and sum up what I 
 
veto say on this head with the following Positions. 
 
JAN, FEB '56 
 
1st. That it appears to me extremely necessary there should be an Adjutant General appointed in each State, with such Assistants as may be necessary for communicating the Orders of the Commander in Chief of the State, making the details, and collecting the Returns and performing every other duty incident to that Office. 
2nd. That every Militia Officer should make himself acquainted with the plan of Discipline, within a limited time, or forfeit his Commission, for it is in vain to expect the improvement of the Men, while the Officers remain ignorant, which many of them will do, unless Government will make and enforce such a Regulation. 
3rdly. That the formation of the Troops ought to be perfectly simple and entirely uniform. 
SUMMER ENCAMPMENTS PREDICTED 
4thly. It is also indispensable that the Militia should be exercised at least from 12 to 25 days in a year, part of the time in Company, part in Battalion, and part in Brigade. In the latter case, by forming a Camp, their Discipline would be greatly promoted, and their Ideas raised, as near as possible, to real service; Twenty five days might be divided thus, ten days for training in squads, half Companies and Companies, ten in Battalion and five in Brigade. 
Sthly. While in the Field or on actual duty, there should not only be a Compensation for the time thus spent, but full allowance of Provisions, Straw, Camp Equipage, etc. 
6thly. In addition to the Continental Arsenals, every State ought to Establish Magazines of its own, containing Arms, Accoutrements, Ammunitions, all kinds of Camp Equipage and Warlike Stores, and from which the Militia or any part of them should be supplied whenever they are call'd into the Field. 
KEEP YOUR GUARD UP! 
7thly. It is likewise much to be wished that the principle Characters in the Community would give a countenance to Military improvements, by being present at public reviews and Exhibitions, and by bringing into estimation amongst their fellow Citizens, those who appear fond of cultivating Military knowledge and who excel in the Exercise of Arms. By giving such a tone to our Establishment; by making it universally reputable to bear Arms, and disgraceful to decline having a share in the performance of Military duties; in fine, by keeping up in Peace "a well regulated, and disciplined Militia," we shall take the fairest and best method to preserve, for a long time to come, the happiness, dignity and Independence of our Country ... 
Thus I have given my sentiments without reserve on the four different heads into which the subject seemed naturally to divide itself, as amply as my numerous avocations and various duties would permit. Happy shall I be, if anything I have suggested may be found of use in formingan Establishment which will maintain the lasting Peace, Happiness and Independence of the United States. 
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 THE GEORGIA GUARDSMAN------------------------------------------------------------- 
 
''Muster Day'' Set 22 Feb 
 
. To perpetuate the role of the volunteer militiamen who fought for and won 
 
mde~endence for the most ~owerful nation on Earth only 180 years ago, a 
 
special day has been set aside by the descendent organization of those de- 
 
fiant colonist5 .m the birthdate of the Father of our Country. 
 
A "National Guard Muster Day" 
 
has been designated by the Gover- 
 
nors of each State and Territory to ing the need for a larger National 
 
fall on 22 February, George Wash- Guard through the democratic means 
 
ington's birthday. Muster Day will of voludtary enlistment." 
 
bring attention to the volunteer con- 
 
"Present strength of'the National 
 
cepts of our National Guard by the Guard in the United States and Ter- 
 
participation of each unit in some ritories is 430,714," he said. 
 
activity (such as a regular training "Georgia's strength is 10,915, an 
 
assembly, open house, or parade) to all-time high, but it still falls short 
 
point out that our modern Guardsmen of what the military planners in 
 
are carrying on the defense of our nation as did the militiamen of 
 
Washington have in mind for us."  Res~lts of the one-day recruiting 
 
George Washington's Army. 
 
effort will be reported by each State 
 
In Georgia the event will occur to the National Guard Bureau. Na- 
 
with 11,000 Army and Air National tionwide totals will be tabulated at 
 
Guardsmen participating. Guardsmen the Pentagon and released nationally 
 
in 130 units in 56 communities will sometime after 10:00 p.m. on Muster 
 
assemble at armories and airbases Day. 
 
throughout the State on 22 February, 
 
The intent of the National Guard 
 
engage in regular training and devote commanders of the States and Terri- 
 
the remainder of the day to recruit- tories is to emphasize the volunteer 
 
ing. Purpose of Muster Day is to aspects of the National Guard and 
 
help enlist new volunteer Guards- the continuance of the militia con- 
 
men urgently needed ~o meet the cept from colonial days to the pres- 
 
fiscal year goal set by Congress for ent. Although the National Guard is 
 
the United States, Puerto Rico, a descendent of the colonial militia, 
 
Alaska and Hawaii. 
 
 the Army and Air National Guard 
 
Muster Day was a regular occur- units of today, rapidly being equip- 
 
rence with militia units in colonial ped with the most modern weapons, 
 
days when young men of the settle- vehicles and jet aircraft, bear no re- 
 
ments would assemble in the vil- semblance to the musket companies 
 
lages with flintlocks and muskets of those days. 
 
to answer a roll call and engage in 
 
"Recruiting for the Army and Air 
 
drill practice. This modern day mus- National Guard is the responsibility 
 
ter, featuring open house activities, of the Governor of each State and 
 
exhibits, displays and parades Territory," General Hearn said. "As 
 
throughout the State and Nation, Commander-in-Chief of the Georgia 
 
will highlight the long history of National Guard, Governor Griffin hae 
 
the National Guard, many units of directed that all Army and Air Na- 
 
which trace their origin back to the tional Guard units in Georgia par- 
 
colonial militia. 
 
ticipate in the nationwide recruiting 
 
 Major General Edgar C. Erickson, effort on Muster Day." 
 
Chief, National Guard Bureau, said 
 
During the campaign, stress will 
 
the recruiting activities on Muster be placed on obtaining volunteers 
 
Day will be the most highly concen- from the thousands of men who have 
 
trated recruiting effort ever under- had previous active mili~ary service, 
 
taken by the National Guard. 
 
as well as young men without pre- 
 
Adjutant General George J. Hearn vious military service who may de- 
 
said "We hope through a brief but sire to take advantage of opportun- 
 
intensive drive to stimulate a broad- ities for training offered by the 
 
ly-based community interest in meet- Reserve Forces Act of 1955. 
 
MAJOR GENERAL McGOWAN NEW CHIEF, ARMY DIVISION NATIONAL GUARD BUREAU ' 
Secretary of the Army Wilbur M. Brucker has announced the appointment of .Major General Donald W 
McGow_an of Trent?~ New Jersey: 
as Chief, Army Division, National Guard Bureau. 
General McGowan succeeded Major General William H. Abendroth of Falls Church, Virginia, on Novem. ber l. 
General McGowan now commands the 50th Armored Division, New Jersey National Guard. General Abendroth has served as Chief, Army Division, National Guard Bureau since October, 1951. 
General McGowan commanded the 102nd (Essex Troop) Cavalry Regiment for three and one-half years in. World War II, leading it in the D-Day assault on the Normandy beachhead. He served as provost marshal, Normandy Base Section, from September 1944, until he returned to this country in September 1945. 
On separation from active service he resumed his pre-war duties as Deputy Adjutant General of the New Jersey National Guard. He was assigned to organize and command Combat Command ''B" of the 50th Armored Division in October, 1946, and two years later was made Di vision commander. 
General McGowan began his military career by enlisting in the New Jersey National Guard in 1916 and served for six months in the Mexican Border Campaign. In World War I he went overseas with the ll4th Regi ment, 29th Infantry Division, and saw action in the Meuse-Argonne Campaign. 
General McGowan, a native ot Orange, New Jersey, is a member of the American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars, and Reserve Officers Association; secretary of the Na tional Guard Association, and vice president of the United States Armor Association. 
When it comes to parking the car the average family becomes a steering committee. 
 
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JAN, FEB '56 
 
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PRE-DAWN SIMULATED ATTACK 
 
ALERTS, SCRAMBLES AIRMEN 
 
Operation Crackerjack, a surprise Air Defense Command alert exercise 
which came off in early December, did not catch the Georgia Air National Guard napping. Although the alert sounded before dawn, response by combat and ground crews was excellent. 
Actual participation in the exercise was limited to the placing of personnel and equipment on a standby status. Here we present some pre-dawn photos of the 158th Fighter Interceptor Squadron as they scram- 
 
ble to prepare their jets for action: 
1- Refueling a tip tank, A/2C Thomas L. White pumps JP-4 by flashlight. 2- Full loads of ammuninition are prepared by A/2C Kevin M. Russom and M/Sgt John A. Way, Jr. 3- On flightl ine guard duty is A/3C Charles H. Denmark. 4-S/Sgt Robert H. Sandlin and S/Sgt Melvin E. Smithey adjust a ground safety switch on a poised F-84. 5- Loading drums of .SO caliber ammunition into the nose of an F-84, A/2C Lehman A. Lanier, T /Sgt Harold E. Willett, M/Sgt John A. Way and A/2C Kevin M. Russom arm the jet for action. 
 
JAN, FEB '56 
 
13 
 
 THE GEORGIA GU ARDSMAN-----------------------------------------------------------------AF Students Get Trainer 
 
The " n ew look" in .iet trainers for students in the USAF is the Cessna T-37, pictmed h e1e fl yi ng low over Wichita, Kan. The plane is the final r esult of work begun in 1953 b y Cessna e nginees and t h e AF to meet d emands for a safe and efficient trainer. The plane, which h as an un usuall y low landing speed , is reported in th e 4 00-milc-pc -hour class. 
An attendance record that is probably unsurpassed 'in th e entire Georgia National Guard is believed held by S F C William A. Bevil, administrative supply and maintena nc e technician of Griffin's Co C, 48th Reconnai ;; sance Ba t talion. Sergeant Bevil, shown with Brig. Gen. Charli e F. Camp, Asst AG of Georgia, has not missed a drill or summer encampment in his 22 years of National Gu o rd service. He joined the Spalding Grays 2 Aug 1926 a nd served until 1940 when he went into federal servi c e, serving in the ETO. He reenlisted in 1948 in Hq Co , 48 th lnf Div, the designation of the Griffin unit until the con  version. Sergeant Bevil has a son serving in the Gr iffi n 
unit also. 
 
I THOUG+\T YOU ~ROUG~T ME UP HERE FOR THE" 
VIEW! 
 
AH, ME - A GIRL. 
HAS TO CARRY HER OWN SURVIVALKIT THESE DAYS 1,1 
 
It is easy to see why one of the fastest audits ever performed was accomplished by Mr. Ceci l H. Rogers, USP&FO auditor, when he checked Dublin's 286 th In fantry Bn prior to their convers ion to H,H&S Co, 160th Tank Bn. Thei r equipment was neatly laid out in o rder on the floors o f the adjoining American hall and at the nearby school gymnasium . Guardsmen in the photo are, 1-r, M/Sgt Will iam R. Rob ertson and SFC Jos eph B. 
Dona ldson. 
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JAN, FEB ' 56 
 
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SPRINGFIELD BATTERY HUNTS LOST HUNTER 
A missing hunter, who became separated from the rest of his hunting party in Effingham County, was sought recently by a group of volunteer Guardsmen from Springfield's Battery C, 230th Armored Field Ar- 
tillery Battalion. When the hunter could not be found 
Sunday, January 22nd, or the following day, a detachment of Guardsmen volunteered their services after being notified of the plight of the missing man. 
Poised to participate in the search also was Lt. James Strickland, armored division artillery helicopter pilot, who was not able to take off due to fog and low ceilings in the Savannah area. 
Two days after he became a missing man, the hunter was found in good condition walking along a river bank with :1is two dogs. 
The Guardsmen did not find him, but it must have been comforting to his wife and three children to know they were participating m the search. 
 
Veteran Air National Guardsmen of the old 128th Observation Squadron, prewar organization of the present 128th Fighter Interceptor Squadron, were honored for their faithful service with certificates and $25 Defense Bonds. The presentations were ma cl e by Col. B ernard M. Davey, Commander, 116th Fighter Interceptor Wing, at a review honoring them Sunday 19 February. Shown with Col. Davey, they are, left to right, M/Sgt Charles Kent, Wing Hq; M/Sgt Aaron Roberts, 8128th R epl Tng Sq; and M/Sgt J. W. Brown, 128th Ftr lntSq. The Observation Squadron was originally organized in Atlanta in 1941 with aircraft based at Candler Field. The airmen served overseas with the unit during WW II and aided in the reorganization of the ANG squadron !loth in 1946 and in 1952, after serving actively during the Korean conflict. (ANG 
Photo by S/Sgt John Amerson) 
 
IN MEMORIAM 
 
M/Sgt. JamesH. Allison, Aircraft Maintenance Advisor at Dobbins AFB for 3M! years, was killed in an auto accident near Smyrna 16 December. Having completed 19 years service, he was granted a year's extension to complete his service with the Georgia Air Nationul Guard when 
the accident occurred. 
 
Following in the slipstream of his father, A/2C Edwin H. Friend, Jr. learns how to fill  out a Form 1 of an F-84 Thunderjet at Dobbins AFB. A recent graduate of the Airc.raft ~\echanics Course at Amarillo, Texas, the young airman scored second highest among A t~G personnel in his class. M/Sgt Ed Friend, Sr. has compiled over 6,000 hours flying time, most of which he logged as service pilot with the 4th Ferry Command in Memphis and while flying missions in the Southwest Pacific Theater during WW II. A member of Hq, Ga. ANG, M/Sgt Friend is Cameraman of the I&E Division of the Georgia Forestry Commission . A/2C Friend, a member of the 128th Ftr lnt Sq, is a student at the University of Georgia Evening School. (ANG Photo by A/2C 
Horace MacArthur) 
 
JAN, FEB '56 
 
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 THE GEORGIA GUARDSMAN--------------------------------------------------------------- 
 
Gifts Substitute 
For Card Swap 
 
Although Christmas cards were exchanged in the past among employees of the Air National Guard at Travis Field, the Guardsmen decided shortly before Christmas 1954, to inaugurate a new policy. M/Sgt John J. Leaptrott suggested that the air technicians contribute the cost of the cards and stamps to a special fund with which Christmas presents could be purchased for the needy. 
The suggestion was adopted and it was so successful they continued the practice last Christmas. M/Sgt John A. Bergman, Jr., acted as chairman of the committee and bought presents such as sheets, towels, face cloths, candy and tobacco, and presented them to the patients at Pinecrest Hospital, Travis Field. 
Guardsmen Help 
Retarded Children 
On the night of 17 November Atlanta units of the Georgia National Guard participated in the National Retarded Children's Week by soliciting funds from the community around the Atlanta National Guard Armory. 
The following units, stationed in the Atlanta Armory, braved the cold wintry night to aid this worthy cause: Headquarters Company, Combat Command "C"; Headquarters & Service Company, Company A and Company B of the 122d Armory Infantry Battalion; and the 48th Division MP Company. 
The men assembled at the armory in uniform and went to work in teams to canvass the assigned area. After collecting over $250.00, the troops _returned to the armory a nd were served hot coffee and dough-nuts. Although the time and effort was contributed without compensation, the men were satisfied with their knowledge that they had helped in some way to further this worthy cause. 
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Presentation of a new flag to Griffin's Co C, 48th Reconnaissance Ba ttal. ion, was made by the T. W. Mitchell Camp No. 370, Woodmen of the World , on 19 December. The gift was made during a regular armory drill in the pres en ce 
of the entire. unit. Presenting the colors to Lt. Leon M. Blosfield, comp a ny commander, are left to right, Mr. J. D. Coggins and Mr. H. E. Drake. 
 
"FLYING PICKHANDLE" INFORMS AVN. ENGRS 
Tak ing a cue from other publications reported in The Georgia Guardsman, the versatile Co B, 878th Engine er Aviation Battalion, has begun publishing "The Flying Pickhandle," a mimeographed newsletter and information sheet. Such interesting features as .the Kommanders Korner, Help Wanted and OpportunIties helps keep the Engineer Guardsmen abreast of the late unit news. It also gives them some tips on what is to come and how to go about seeking advancement. Capt. Robert D. Warren is CoB commander. 
''I'm in reserve#" 
 
Asting Advises 
160th Armor Gp 
Lt. Colonel Neil J. Asting has as sumed the duties of Army Advisor to the newly formed 160th Armored Group at Forsyth. Colonel Asting comes to us from the III Armored Corps, Fort Hood, Texas where he was Plans and Operations Officer. 
He began his military service with the New York National Guard in 1935 and served as an enlisted man with the Regular Army during the years 1936 through 1938. He was commis sioned in 1940 and served as a Pla loon Leader with a Tank Battalion during World War II. 
In 1946 Col. Asting was separated from the service. Rejoining the Army in 1948 and was assigned as an Ad visor to ORC units of Massachusetts. In 1950 he again saw overseas ser vice, as an Advisor with the Jap anese Military Advisory Group. There after, he was stationed at Fort Hood. 
Colonel Asting is a graduate of the Tank Maintenance Course, Com pany Officers Course and the Ad vanced Officers Course of the Armored School, Fort Knox, Ken tucky. He is also a graduate of the Air-Ground Operations School a nd the Civil Defense Course of the Civil Defense College. 
 
JAN, FEB '56 
 
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Guardsmen of Cu C, !21st AlB, lead Thomasville Veterans' Day parade at left. Firing three salvos in salute to their fallen comrades in arms, the firing squad at right is composed of SFC William C. Glenn, Sgt Junior D. 
 
Storey, Cpl. Clyde Barnes, M!Sgt Robert C. Crosby, Sgt Oliver W. Barrett, Cpl Edgar D. Robinson, Sgt Albert ]. Woods, SFC Freeman B. Walden and Sgt Dunvood B. 
Stokes. 
 
Thomasville Troops 
Lead Veterans' Day 
A colorful addition to Veterans' Day ceremonies in Thomasville 11 
ovember was the proud performance of Co C, 121st AlB, Georgia National Guard. 
Highlighting the event was the annual parade, led this year by the color guard of Co C and followed by the unit company formation. Lt. Harris A. Dollar, executive officer, was in charge of the troops on parade. 
At the parade's end, the company came to attention at the city square where a wreath was placed at the monument to the Confederate Dead by Capt. Percy C. Andrews, Jr., Co C commanding officer. 
In fittin g tribute for the occasion, a firing squad composed of Guardsmen stepped forward. Dressed in regulation khakis a nd boots, they also wore white boot laces, white helmet liners, white gloves, white cartrid ge belts and white slings for their rifles. Led by SFC William C. Glenn, who was equipped with a white pistol holster, the squad briskly fired a volley of three shots in tribute to the dead of all wars. 
Thanks to these National Guardsmen, the expression ''Gone but not forgotten" certainly applies to .the veterans of Thomasville. 
JAN, FEB '56 
 
t The 
Chaplain's Corner 
 
By MAJOR HERMAN IHLEY 
 
LITTLE THINGS 
The complexity of modern life has almost overshadowed the importance of little things. In fact "bigness" has crowded out all consideration of the imperative place which "the little" must have in our lives. 
The Dible tells of a cup of cold water, the widow with two mites, the boy with 5 loaves and 2 fishes, the upper room, the sinful woman anointing Jesus with costly perfume, the Good Samaritan seeing that the wounded Jew is carried to the inn, the mustard seed, the leaven. 
Indeed in our social contacts we should emphasize the little things- the little courtesies, the little matters of personal appearance, the little words of comfort and cheer, the little details in our work. 
Many of our outstanding iqv'entions were suggested by little things . Printing was prompted by a man cutting letters in the bark of a tree. The telescope was the outcome of a boy's amusement with two glasses in his f...ther's shop. Goodyear's accident with a red hot skillet guided in the manufacture of vulcanized rubber. The web of a spider suggested to Captain Brown the idea of the suspension bridge. 
Let us .never get too big that we have no place in our lives for the little things of life- a friendly greeting, a pat on the shoulder of a friend in trouble, a visit to the church of our choice to find spiritual strength, a few minutes spent in reading the Dible, a letter of comfort to those bereaved, a visit to a shut-in friend, a telephone call to a member of the family from whom we have not heard in a long time. 
Character is made in the realm of little things. Someone has aptly said "He who is Christian in small things is not a small Christian.'' 
 
Lt. Robert H. Oglesby, a National Guard officer of Garden City, Georgia, has completed the 20 Field Artillery Series of the Extension Courses Division Program offered by. The Artillery and Guided Missile School at Fort Sill, Oklahoma. The 
 
complefion of this series represents over 200 home study hours on the part of Lt. Oglesby. Lt. Oglesby completed the 10 Series of the Army General School in April 1952. He is now a member of Btry B, ll8th FA Bn, Georgia National Guard. 
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 THE GEORGIA GUARDSMAN .....------------------------------------------------------------- 
 
Army NG Strength 
Shows An Increase 
The steady climb in the strength of Army and Air National Guard units in Georgia since 30 June 55 haP been achieved through the efforts of only a few outstanding army units. The Air National Guard, approaching its authorized maximum, has for the most part limited itself to selective recruiting and has maintained its 85-90% strength status. The ll6th Fighter Interceptor Wing is over 92% authorized strength. 
However, some army units have failed to make any net gain and have fallen behind in their projected strength quotas. In the last edition we pointed out the outstanding accomplishments of Co D, l62nd Tk Bn, at Montezuma and Reynolds which recently recruited up to 100% and had lengthy waiting lists. To prove it can be done, units which have already reached their projected strength quotas for 30 June 56 by recruiting as many as 20 men are as follows: Calhoun's H, H&S Co, I63rd Tk Bn, recruited an astounding figure of 39 men in one month, with a net increase of 44 since 30 June. M/Sgt Carl A. Shugart, unit administrator, reports that these men were recruited solely by the buddy system. "The changeover from infantry to armor and man-to-man boosting were the largest factors in our increase," M/Sgt Shugart revealed. A good number of the enlistments have been ex-service men who are attending a veterans class at Calhoun Night School. This report is the best testimonial the Public Information Office has had for the so-called' 'buddy system," which has consistently proven to be the most effective approach. (Other units please take note.) Atlanta's Co A, l22nd Armd In{ Bnnet increase of 24 Atlanta's CoB, l22nd Armd In{ Ennet increase of 22 
Griffin's Co C, 48th Reconnaissance Bn- increase of 22 Brunswick's li, H&S Co, l44th Armd In{ Bn- increase of 22 
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Pointing to o personnel carrier, 
 
J. Howard Allison, Jr., commanding 
 
officer of the 122nd Armor~d Infantry Battalion, Georgia National Guard, dis. 
 
cusses with his staff the recent changeover to armor. Standing, left to right: 
 
Capt. Woodrow W. Reeves, supply officer; Capt. Eugene E. Everett, intelli gence officer; Capt. Joseph Burke, plans and training officer; M~j. Clarence 
 
B. Irwin, battalion executive officer, and Capt. Ralph Ross, adjutant. Head- 
 
quarters of the battalion is in Atlanta. 
 
As a token of their appreciation, the Gray Bonnets' Rifle Team in Octoberpresented SFC Frank E. Watts, foreground, with a new Winchester '52 Target Rifle. SFC Wat ts, as team captain, was reworded for his outstanding service in training team members for the lost several years. During the last five years, this HQ & Hq Co team of the 121st lnf Regt has not been defeated in the state, has won first, s"cond and fifth ranking nationally along with top honors in the Third Army area for t"'o years. Team members are, 1-r, M/Sgt D.~~ - Leverett, Lt. H. W. Carlisle, M/Sgt Andy Zambell i, Lt. 
E. T . Ashley, SFC W. R. 11ortley, Sgt. J. M. Moore, Sgt. R. T. Glore, Lt. M. W. Brown and Cpl. H. G. Davenport. 
 
Other outstanding units which are at their full authorized strength are Canton's Co C, l63rd Tk Bn; Louisville's Co C, l60th Tk Bn; and Statesboro's Hq & Hq Btry, lOlst 
 
AAA Bn. 
875 ADDITIONAL GUARDSMEN ARE NEEDED TO MEET OUR STRENGTH QUOTA FOR 30 J UNE 
JAN, FEB '56 
 
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for the in tensive maneuvers of National Camp Stewart this summer, this array of 
nning room at Stewart 14 January to disc 
 
Guard Divisions and Brigeneral officers gathered 
uss the details of the op- 
 
~nact:jemnps: 
 
trainingandlogistics. Asst. AG , Ga.; Brig. 
 
From left to Gen. Patrick 
 
right, they are E Seawrigh_t, 
 
Brig. Gen. 48th Armd 
 
Charlie Div Arty 
 
Cmdr; Brig. Gen. Richard Mayo, CG, Camp ~tewart; Maj . Gen. Joe W. Henry, 
 
AG of Tenn .; Maj. Gen. George J. Hearn, A~ of Ga.; Maj. Gen. ~aul H. Jo~ 
 
dan, CG, 30th Div; Moj. Gen. Jos. B. Fraser, CG, 48th Armd D1v; and Maj. 
 
Gen. Mark Lance, AG of Fla. 
 
Lulu said she was descended from a long line-her mother once foolishly listened to. 
Few things are more expensive than a girl who is free for a date. 
The decrepit car rolled up to tHe toll bridge. "Fifty cents," said the guard. "Sold," said the driver. 
 
It was a beautiful night. The moon was full. The scenery was romantic. He held the lovely creature close to his chest and whispered in her shell-like ear, "Darling, I love you as no one has ever loved before." 
"I can't see much difference," she replied. 
 
OUR boy Sturdley has done it again. Sturdley, you may remember, is the guy who gives just enough-and not a drop more. 
Sturdley does his share of griping on all matters and saluting is no exception. But Sturd is a smart cookie. He puts an extra snap into the highball when his CO, or another officer on post, passes by. 
When our boy is off on a pass or on leave, however, he conveniently forgets about the salute. No one is going to go to the trouble of stopping him in town, he figures. 
As in other matters, Sturdley misses the point. Saluting, ~asically, is a military courtesy. It's a greeting between comrades m arms. Actually, someone who resents saluting has no respect for his fellow serviceman. 
A confident serviceman doesn't shun the salute. He knows that when you exchange salutes it gives you a feeling of really belonging to the honorable profession of arms. (AFPS) 
JAN, FEB '56 
 
Lt Gov, Air Officers 
Leacl Georgia AFA 
Georgia officials and Air National Guard officers are among a large group of Air Force Reservists and AF veterans who are organizing a Georgia Wing vi the Air Force Associa tion. 
Leading the Georgia Wing is Lt. Governor Ernest Vandiver, former Adjutant General of Georgia and Air Force veteran. Deputy Wing Commanders are Col. Bernard M. Davey, Commander, ll6th Fighter Interceptor Wing, and Col. George Wilson, Commander, 482nd Fighter Bomber Wing, an AF Reserve Wing at l1obins AFB. Other Wing offjcers are Brig. Gen. Homer Flynn, Asst. AG of Ga. for Air, and Col. Jack Allen. 
Preliminary meetings have been held and squadrons formed in three Georgia c1t1es: Atlanta, Marietta and Savannah. 
The Air Force Association is composed of active, service and associate members who are interested in the advancement of airpower, Active members are those who were honorably discharged from the USAF or AAF, or members of the AF Reserve or Air National Guard. Service members are those on active duty, and associate members are those persons wishing to further the cause of adequate airpower. 
The Atlanta Squadron is lead by Lt. Col. Joel B. Paris, 128th Ftr lnt Sq Commander. The Marietta squadron is lead by Joe Sellers and the Savannah squadron by Andrew W. Swain. 
All Air National Guardsmen interested in joining the Georgia Wing of the AFA should contactthe squadron commander nearest their home. Membership entitles one to a free subscription to Air Force Magazine plus a lapel button . Dues are $5 a year. 
Angry Father: "What do you mean by bringing my daughter home at this hour in the morn- 
in~<?" 
Sailor: "I had to, sir; liberty is u p at 0730." 
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 THE GEORGIA GUARDSMAN--------------------------------------------------------------- 
She 'Stole' the Show 
 
Live television interviews can be a most helpful aid in informing the p u blic of your unit's activit ies. Here Capt. Samue l DeLoach, 48th Armored Di vi sion Signal Company Commander, shows announcer Ed Capral and the audien c e of WL W-Ain Atlanta, a walkie-talkie radio. In the background is Lt. Tom Gann and o radio jeep. The In ter view, which took place 7 December on the program "Surpr ise Party," was arranged by Cpl. William R. Hubbard, a member of the 
Signal Photo Section and a WL W-A director. (Signal Photo) 
 
Delightful dancer Cynthia Brooks is a success whether sh e wears a mink stole or .iust a little ole bathing suit. In this particular pose at Las Vegas, Nev., 21-year-old Cynthia is wearing both. However, w-hile working nightly in the El Rancho Vegas show, the weather is so nice, Cynthia really doesn't need mink at all. 
Complete 40 Series 
Two officers of the I 79th Armored Field Artillery Battalion have recently completed the Field Artillery 40 Series extension course program offered by the Artillery and Guided Missile School at Ft. Sill, Oklahoma. Capt. John M. Harmon completed 373 hours of home study while Capt. Wilburn P. Williams finished the course in 390 hours of study. 
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The Canton Ladies Auxiliary, composed of wives and sweetbearts of members of Co C, 163rd Tank Bn, organized on 31 January "to creatw a better under standing between National Guard members and their families." These ori g inal 15 members are, left to right, front, Dofa Ann Martin, Elsie Cagle, Dot Hawk i ns , Dot Cline (secretary), Virginia Jackson (treasurer), Rachel Chand ler; back row, Ruth Clack, Bobbie Chamber s, Edith Allred (vice pres'ident), Elsie B ell, Groce Stephens, Barbara Pharr, Frankie Sawyer and Thary SpiveY The function of this group and .other auxiliaries throughout the State i s to 
enhance the service of National Guardsmen. 
JAN, FEB '56 
 
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aBVD LUTID!fA!tY WAlt 
the present mission to de- 
fend our country remains primarily with the 
VDLU!fTEE!t 
Only 58 years ago, t his poster w as clis- 
la yecl to re cruit ..ersonn el for the 
.WAlt WITHSPAI!f 
 
POSTMASTER WILL PLEASE POST THIS IN CONSPICUOUS PLACE, 
STATE OF GEORGIA, 
ADJUTANT- GENERAL'S OFFICE. 
 
ATLANTA, June 18, 1898. 
 
Circular Letter-Volunteer Recruiting Information. 
 
The following instructions are published for the information and guidance of all those desiring to enlist in the volunteer forces frow this State under call of the President of the United States for one regiment of Infantry. 
 
QUALIFICATIONS FOR RECRUITS. 
Applicants for enlistment must he between the ages of 18 and 45 years, of good character and hahits, ablebodied, free fro m disease, and must be able to speak the English laD.P"""<lge. 
Married men will be enlisted only upon the approval of a ,..,....ental commander. Minors must not be enlisted without the written consent of father, only sun-iviog parent, or legally appointed guardian. Enlistments will" be confined to p<rsons who are citizens of the United States, or who have made legal declara. tion of their intention to become citizens thereof. Applicants will he required to satisfy the recruiting officer r<garding age and character, .aud should be prepared to furnish the necessary evidence. They must defray their own expenses to the place of enlistment i their fitness for the military service can be determined only upon examination at a recruiting stat~on: The term of service is two ye-ars. For infantry and artillery the height should be not less th.ajo. five feet four inches, and woight not less than one hundred and twenty (120) pounds and not more th'an one hundrr _ and nin<ty (190) pounds. 
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Recruiting officers are, howeve:, authori zed in their discretion to accept desirable applicants who are ten pounds or less overweight or underweight, or who vary not more than a fraction of an inch from the required height or c.best measures, if they meet all other requirements. ln every such case the variation from the normal stand.ard should be carefully noted on the enlistment paper. 
 
MAXIMUM LIMITS. 
For a regiment the ma.-ximum of all grades, commissioned and enlisted, must not exceed 1,326 in infantry. For a company the maximum of all grades is 106 in iD''ntry, 173 in field artillery, provided, that the maximum strength of all grades for regiments as herein give shall in na case be exceeded. 
 
PAY FOR THE DIFFERENT CRADES ARE AS FOLLOWS: 
 
COMPANY OF INFANTRY. 
 
MONTHLY PAY. 
 
One First Sergeant,.... ...... ..... ........... ......... .... .........$30.00 
 
One Quartermaster Sergeant,.. ........... .. .... ... ...... .... 21.60 Four Sergeants,.......... ...... ....... ................... ............ 21.60 Each 
 
Twelve Corpor als,..... ... .. ..... :........ ........ ..... ... ... ..... .. 18.00 Two MusicianS,.. .... ...... ..... ..... .. .... .. ............. ...... .. . 15.60 
 
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One Artificer,.. .......... ..... ... .. .. .. ... ..... ... .. ... ............ .... 18.00 
 
One Wagoner,-         .......... 16.80 
78 to 84 Privates .............. ............... ..................... 15.60 " 
 
The men are supplied with uniforms and all other necessary clothing, including shirts, drawers, undershirts, stockings, shoes, hats, caps, blankets-, Jtc., and are well fed. When all this is considered the scale of pay amounts to much more than it first seems. At a reasonable estimate of the cost of the articles furnished, together with the pay. it will be found that in the lowest grade, that of a private, the money value of what the volunteer receives is about $37.00 per month, ranging upward to that of 1st Sergeant, which is more than $60.00. In addition to the above the soldier recei ves medical attention free of charge and when sick there is no loss of pay. In case he is disabled physica1ly while in the service he is entitled to be pensioned. The term of service is for two years, unless sooner discharged. 
As soon as the present troubl e between the Uni ted States and Spain ends the vol unteers will undoubte~ly be discharged . 
Men living in places where no companies are being organized and wishing to volunteer can communicate in person or by let ter with Adjutant-General Georgia, Atlanta, Georgia. 
 
By Command of the Governor. 
 
JAMES B. ERWIN, 
Capt. 4th Cavalry U. S. A., Acting Adiutant-General Georgia. 
 
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Guardsmen of Co A, 12 2nd lnf Bn, Try Out New Armored Personnel Carrier