Follow up from Sunday's squad meeting and training

Thanks to everyone from Baker who turned out to the drill in Zoar, Ohio yesterday. The squad is looking sharp and we were happy to have two of our newest members (Chris Bauer and Adam Schiavone) with us.

During the lunch break, we had a short meeting to catch up on a few things. Here is a recap:

1.  Mark Gaynor will be coordinating the squad participation at the "Ride Through History" July 21-22 in Alliance, OH. If you are planning to participate, please email Mark at Mark@ddayquartermaster.com.

2.  The squad will be attending the D-Day event in Conneaut, Ohio on August 17-18.

a.  The Airborne-based battle is planned for 1700 hrs on Friday. Some of you have indicated that you would like to participate. We would need a headcount as soon as possible.

b.  Our setup in the military camp will take place on Friday evening. Some members are staying in the modern camping area.

c.  We will ALSO be portraying standard infantry and participating in the beach landing. At the meeting we discussed what we will need to modify our uniforms for standard infantry ONLY for this one scenario. Here are the items to focus on.

Wool or HBT trousers.
Wool or HBT shirt OR M41 field jacket.
Leggings to go over your jump boots.
M28 Knapsack or just wear suspenders with pistol belt.
Unit may be producing gas bassard. Check with Sgt Penix.

If you are in need of any items for this impression, please let somebody know so we can help!

d.  Please register for the event online. It is free but if you register AT the event, it is $10.00. Remember to fill these items out when you register online as soon as possible:

http://www.ddayohio.us/registration.aspx

Unit Commander: Sgt Bob Penix
Website: www.firstalliedairborne.com
Parent Organization: First Allied Airborne WWII Reenactors
Branch of Service: Army - Airborne
Impression: Infantry
Unit Designation: Other (fill in "101st ABN, 502nd Regiment, Comapny B")
Tent Type: Check "staying in unit tent" and pyramidal (1) if this applies to you.

If you have any questions, please email Sgt Penix (nubbin54@yahoo.com) or Pvt Smith (csmith@firstalliedairborne.com).

3.  Dennison - At this time, our participation is up in the air. More details will be provided as we have further news.