This page was last updated on August 25, 2008.

Make your plans now for the 2009 Americal Divison Veterans Association Annual Reunion to be held in Shreveport, LA and hosted by the South Midwest Chapter.

The twin cities of Shreveport – Bossier City are located on Interstate Highway 20 and the Red River in northwest Louisiana. They offer a blend of Texas spirit and Cajun attitude. Many premier casinos are located in Bossier City and are easily accessible from the host hotel, Diamond Jacks Casino and Resort. Some of that great Cajun cuisine is sure to be included in some of the dining events.

Diamond Jacks Casino and Resort has been recently remodeled and is now an all suite hotel with jet tubs in every room. It also features 24 hour slots, table gaming, and four restaurants. For those who may consider traveling by recreational vehicle, Diamond Jacks has a 32 space RV part with full hook ups and utilities.

Nearby attractions include the Louisiana Boardwalk which features outlet shopping, riverfront dining, carousel and trolley rides, as well as a number of antique shops. For those interested in outdoor merchandise, an Outdoor World, operated by Bass Pro Shops is near the Boardwalk.

A Friday tour is being planned for Barksdale Air Force Base, home to one of only two remaining B-52 Bomber wings in the United States. The air base is also home to the 8th Air Force Museum and will be included in the tour.

For those flying to Shreveport, Shreveport Regional Airport is a hub served by Allegiant Air, American Eagle, Continental Express, Delta Connection and NWA Airlink. Diamond Jacks will offer free shuttle service from the airport to the hotel but you have to notify them in advance of your arrival schedule.

The best part of the reunion will be reuniting with those friends and buddies you see at each annual reunion.

------Let the good times roll on the Red! ------

Ronald R. Ellis
Chairman, 2009 ADVA Reunion Shreveport
Click here to send an e-mail to Ronald R. Ellis

See more details in future editions of the Americal Journal and on this webpage.

Chapter Reunions

Far West Chapter, October 12-14, 2008; Laughlin, NV. Contact: Rick Ropele, rropele@ersi.com, 951-218-3071.

East Chapter, October 23-26, 2008; Ft. Thomas, KY (Cincinnati Airport). Contact: Mark Deam, mdeam@woh.rr.com, 937-492-1908.

2008 Reunions

If you know of a unit reunion please send a notice to Gary Noller.

23rd Recon Co. (Panama 1954-57) and predecessor 45th Recon Bn. reunion beginning on April 16, 2009 for a 19 day cruise from Los Angeles with a two day stop at the Panama Canal and other stops at ports on the Pacific Ocean and Gulf of Mexico sides of the Panama Canal. Contact Jack Rudder, 310-519-1522, jack.rudder@cox.net.

3/1st Infantry www.3rdbn1stinf.org/, next reunion will be at the Marietta Conference Center, Marietta, GA, Oct 17 & 18 2008. Make your hotel reservations early. Be sure to identify yourself as a 3/1 Infantry reunion attendee when you make your reservations . The reunion Rate is $91 + tax (Normally $139-$159 per nite). The phone number of the hotel is 1-888-685-2500. Just tell them you are from the Third of the First Vietnam Reunion Group and ask for the group rate. More information from pcclarkson@verizon.net.

H Troop, 17th Armored Cavalry, 198th LIB veterans, families, family members of KIAs, are all encouraged to attend the reunion October 10-13, 2008 in Cleveland, Ohio at the Marriott Cleveland East. For more info contact Carmen Matteo at 440-838-0463 or Paul Lefkowitz at 516-466-6313, Plefky@optonline.net.

The 6th Support Medical Battalion and Co. C, 23rd Medical Battalion, 11th Lt. Inf. Bde., will hold a 40th Anniversary reunion on October 3-5, 2008. The location will be at the Potawatomi Inn, Resort & Confrence Center, Angola, IN. For more for information e-mail beh8445a@mebtel.net. Submitted by Bill Hawkes.

Co. D, 4/3rd Inf., 11th LIB will hold its annual reunion on October 3-5, 2008 at the Heartland Inn in Des Moines, IA. A special room rate of $50 per night plus tax is available for reunion guests. For more information contact Dan Behrens, 641-660-3599, coalcreek@iowatelcom.net. Submitted by Dan Behrens.

164th Infantry Association of the United States , September 12-14, 2008; Valley City, North Dakota. POC--Patricia Drong Sec/Treas; pjdrong@ictc.com PO Box 192, Sanborn ND 58480.

3/18th and 553rd Artillery reunion in Springfield, IL on September 17-20, 2008. For more information visit the unit website at www.18th-artillery.com or contact Charles E. Martin, martincharlese@aol.com.

178th ASHC (Boxcars) and 400th TC. September 15-18, 2008; Pensacola Beach, FL; Hampton Inn. More information from Dean C. Nelson, Secretary, 3032 County Rd. H-2, Mounds View, MN, 55112, boxcar088_67@msn.com, 763-780-8869.

The 132nd ASHC (Hercules) and 16th Trans Det veterans are invited to attend the Boxcar Reunion, 15-18 Sept in Pensacola Beach, FL. Contact Bill McRae for all the info at 770/565-7132 or wmcrae@mindspring.com.

26th Combat Engineer Battalion. West Point, NY, October 16-18. 2008. More information from Linda Gordon, iwfrog@mcleodusa.net or John Ducas, jducas1064@aol.com.

Co. A, 1/46th Inf. October 6-15, 2008; San Antonio, TX; Hilton Airport Hotel, $99/night. More information from Bill and Ann Schneider, 4300 Schenk Rd., Barnhart, MO, 63012, 636-942-4042, wschnei591@aol.com.

Co. B, 4/21st Inf., 11th LIB. April 3-6, 2008; St. Louis, MO.; Crown Plaza St. Louis Airport Hotel, $82/night. More information at www.bigbadbravo.com or Robin Landry, 925-C Hammond Manor Dr., Baton Rouge, LA 70816.

F Troop, 8th Cavalry (Blue Ghosts) . April 4-6, 2008. Louisville, KY. More information at www.blueghosts.com or e-mail to admin@blueghosts.com.

Battery C, 1/14th Artillery Charlie Battery is having it 8th reunion in El Paso, Texas on May 7th - May 10th. The Hotel is the Camino Real Hotel in downtown El Paso. Group reservations # (800) 769-4300, refer to Group name "Charlie Battery". The rates are $92.00 per night, the rates are good two days before and two days after. Contact person is AC Sanders III 332 Lombardy Dr. El Paso, Texas 79922, home phone (915) 584-4673, office (915) 204-8240, e-mail is acsandersiii@sbcglobal.net.

Co. C, 1/20th Inf., 11th LIB. June 20-21, 2008; Cincinnati, OH.; Hilton Cincinnati Airport Hotel. More information at www.charlie1-20.org/events.htm.

If you know of a unit reunion please send a notice to Gary Noller.

Make plans to attend a future reunion. You will have a great time.