The Free French were to the south at the Bir Hakeim box. On 1 February 1976 the 3rd Battalion of the 137th Infantry was reorganized as the 891st Engineer Battalion. The pipes were so often cold by the time he could get clear back to his folks that he would take a puff or two to keep them going and thus save himself another trip. George lives in Topeka with his wife, Maxine. He retired from the military in May 1992 after serving almost 38 years. 27th Infantry Brigade. He was assigned as Detachment Commander, Command and Control Headquarters, Kansas Army National Guard, upon reorganization of the 110th Ordnance Battalion, effective January 1, 1979. Mullins assumed command of the 2nd Battalion, 137th Infantry on 6 October 1967 and served in that capacity until ordered to active duty in April 1968 as a result of the Pueblo Crisis. 27th Infantry Brigade. He holds a Bachelors Degree from the Southwest Missouri State University in Springfield, a Masters Degree from the University of Missouri at Columbia and a Juris Doctorate from the University of Missouri at Kansas City. He remained with the unit when it moved to Topeka. He returned to Hutchinson in August of 1952 as a lieutenant colonel, serving first as Executive Officer of the 130th Artillery Group and beginning in 1965 as its commanding officer which he retained until July 31, 1974. He set an excellent example for the soldiers with whom he served. God be with you all until we meet again. Some joined ordinary—that is, non-Irish—regiments, but others formed three all-Irish voluntary infantries: the 63rd New York Infantry Regiment, organized on Staten Island, and the 69th and 88th New York Infantry Regiments, organized in the Bronx. 5 of Atchinson. During his tenure, the city lake and park was renovated, emergency dispatch was consolidated county wide, and the 911 emergency systems were initiated throughout the county. He qualified in both nuclear and conventional weapons handling, including explosive ordnance disposal. The Kansas National Guard Hall of Fame, as it currently exists, is a product of his vision and determined labors. The deed was committed at Kuhn’s hotel, No. His first assignment as an officer was the liaison officer with the 154th Field Artillery. Throughout his career, George made a reputation for outstanding supply and administrative discipline. After Tunisia the Brigade was still part of 50th Northumbrian Infantry Division and was involved in the Sicily landings of July 1943. 69th NewYork Infantry - Irish Brigade Item CDV-7729. 69th Infantry Brigade (Separate) Units Michael G. Allendorf: James Clarence Strube: Source: The History of the 69th Infantry Brigade (Separate), 1963-1970 Document provided by Steve Brandenburg, former member of the 69th Infantry Brigade and The 5th Infantry Division, during the time of the assignment of the Brigade to the 5th Division. The award was changed to the Congressional Medal of Honor by the Decoration Board in 1922. He was a natural leader… Pliley always took the hard end of a job.”. In 1985, he was transferred to the 130th FA Brigade in Hutchinson as Executive Officer and remained in that position as the unit was redesignated the 35th Division Artillery. Upon separation from active duty in 1945, he was assigned to the US Army Air Corp Enlisted Reserves. He commanded the 127TH Field Artillery Group from 1962 until 1967. He loved to play “Southern Colonel” to the ladies, bowing deeply, with a flourish, addressing all ages as “Madam,” so flattering to young women as well as to older ones. No complete biography of COL Alexander B. Campbell has been found as of this date. He was severely wounded on Sunday afternoon at Chickamauga, and during his convalescence was on detached duty at Nashville, Tenn., in charge of the commissary and quartermaster stores of the refugee barracks, which was under the control of Gov. He was one who lead the movement for the reorganization of the old board of regents, formerly composed of six members for each institution, into the board of administration for the educational institutions, comprising three members and concentrating all power and responsibility in their hands, a change that resulted in great benefit and improvement in the administration of the educational institutions of Kansas. A military career spanning 58 years of service to the State of Kansas and the United States of America was recognized by award and presentation of the Distinguished Service Award of the National Guard Association of the United States shortly before his retirement in December 1972. He then received a Bachel of Science Degree in Agriculture and a Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) commission as a Second Lieutenant, Artillery, from Kansas State University. Shipped with USPS First Class. After many years, the table he cherished and believed solid oak was relegated to the barn, and after weathering there, it warped and turned out to be veneered. He was active in many community, church, and political organizations, and ensured that the voice of the traditional Guardsman was heard as decisions were made affecting the Guard. During the Civil War, Judge Hughes’ property was occupied first by the troops of one side and then by the troops of the other. Down the popular dealer! General Gerhardt’s awards include the Legion of Merit, Meritorious Service Medal with Oak Leaf Cluster, Army Commendation Medal with Oak Leaf Cluster, Adjutant General’s Award of Excellence, and numerous other federal and state awards. In August of 1863, in compliance with orders from the War Department, he became a member of a Board of Officers to examine and report upon the qualifications of applicants for appointments as commissioned Officers of Colored Troops. He was the only soldier to earn that medal on D-Day. Howard spoke of Manhattan, Kansas, west of the Kaw Valley, on route of the Pacific railroad under construction, and the site of Kansas State Agricultural College (later renamed Kansas State University), as a promising location for a bookstore. Following the war, Fry served with the occupation forces in Germany until 1946. He served on the Army Reserve Forces Policy Board followed by appointment to the Department of Defense Reserve Forces Policy Board. Morris is recognized as a leading citizen in whatever community he resides. For more information on the history of this unit, see: 1. After what seemed like an eternity, and no explosion, Ballard reached underneath him to grasp the grenade, rolled over, and in the same motion threw the grenade away. Col. Crawford’s distinctive leadership sustained the Kansas Volunteers, proving that the U.S. Army could and would operate in any weather. Upon being mustered out, by reason of expiration of term of service, he assisted in organizing the 6th Ohio Cavalry, which in October, 1861, was mustered into service for three years. He was released from active duty in Vietnam in December 1969 and assigned as Brigade S-3 (Operations) of the 69th Infantry Brigade (Separate). In October 1956, he received a direct commission as Second Lieutenant with assignment as Assistant Executive Officer of Battery C, 154th Field Artillery which was redesignated Battery B, 2nd Battalion 130th Field Artillery in April 1959. 42nd rainbow Division. He retired from the Kansas Army National Guard on July 31, 1973. To further a lawless greed; Enlisting as a private at Lawrence, he served as a sergeant with Gen. Pershing’s command during the Mexican Border Campaign. He participated in the Vosges Defensive and St. Mihiel and Meuse-Argonne Offensives. Brigadier General W. Keith Weltmer was born on July 30, 1913 in Hiawatha, Kansas. After living in Wichita for two years, he enlisted in the United State Army on 5 June 1953 and was sent to Fort Riley, Kansas for Infantry Basic (Heavy Weapons) Training. Following release from duty with the Air Force he joined the Kansas Army National Guard in February 1956 and was commissioned a 2nd Lieutenant of Field Artillery in June of 1956 with assignment as a Platoon Leader with Battery A, 195th Field Artillery Battalion, Pittsburg, Kansas. As has ever dared exist. He completed Command and General Staff Officers Course in 1976. The Colonel wore a white vest, broad brimmed felt hat, low cut shoes, black bow tie and collars too large for his neck, all of which set him apart from the more sober colors and cuts of his contemporaries. He was later assigned as the Deputy Commander of the State Area Command and assistant Adjutant General for Army. He was assigned Assistant Division Commander, 35th Infantry Division. On the East 69th Brigade, followed by 151st Brigade, again a regiment of DD tanks was attached, they were from the 4th/7th Royal Dragoon Guards, the infantry assault battalions that attacked in the East were; the 5th Battalion East Yorkshire Regiment, and the 6th Battalion Green Howards. “Guilty, as charged,” was the verdict On February 1, 1943, Hart was inducted into the U.S. Army to serve during World War II. Promoted to First Lieutenant on 1 November 1949, he was the Finance Officer and Officer in Charge of the Finance Corps. 13 December 1944: Maj. Gen. Emil F. Rheinhardt: He initiated a little league baseball program in the community and was an active organizer of youth sports programs. Dudley also served as clerk of the territorial legislature in 1859 and Topeka City Clerk in 1861. General Charles I. Martin, born on January 25, 1871 in Ogle County, Illinois, moved to Kansas as a youth and resided on a farm in Allen County. In all, his career spanned forty years and three months total service, with duty in Europe during World War II, and the Republic of Vietnam in 1968-69. He attend Genesee College in New York, but when his mother died, he return to Kansas and never returned to college. He was awarded the Purple Heart for wounds sustained in combat and received the Combat Infantryman’s Badge. He was responsible for managing a unit with a mix of active duty, reserve, and Guard airmen. 30 September All of 50th Division was tasked with guarding the bridge and bridgehead north of Nijmegen called the Island. The 69th Infantry Regiment traces its Civil War honors through three units, the 1st Regiment of the Irish Brigade (69th Infantry New York State Volunteers (NYSV) (1st Regiment of the Irish Brigade)), the 182nd New York Volunteer Infantry (69th Artillery, serving as infantry, the 1st Regiment of Corcoran's Legion) and the 69th National Guard Infantry (State Militia). From 1968 to 1983 Ericsson gave speeches about American History and the freedoms we enjoy as citizens of the United States to eighth-grade students in the Emporia area. He was appointed as a Captain, Ordnance, in Headquarters, 110th Ordnance Battalion, Kansas Army National Guard in Norton, Kansas on November 1, 1966. Becoming over-age-in-grade for combat branches in 1941, he was detailed as Base Quartermaster, Merced (California) Army Air Base. General Kennedy was inducted into the Artillery Officer Candidate School Hall of Fame at Fort Sill, OK in 1970. In 1973, he became the outstanding airman for the state of Kansas for his enlisted service. He again was ordered to federal service during World War II with the 137th Infantry and later commanded the 3rd Battalion, 137th Infantry, 35th Division. During the destruction of the Free-State Hotel in Lawrence by Sheriff Jones, he lost $574 in books, and on May 21, 1856, had his Sharp’s Rifle taken from his home by a force of bushwackers. degree in 1915, completing his senior year by attendance at three successive summer quarters. In May of 1856, he and two other men were appointed by the people of Lawrence to “ask the Marshall to put a stop to the depravations committed by a large force of armed men in the vicinity of Lawrence.” The territory became so dangerous territorial Gov. Market would employ three Airborne Divisions. General Tritsch retired from military service in September 1983. The 50th (Northumbrian) Infantry Division was to establish a beachhead between Arromanches and Ver-sur-Mer and then head south towards Route Nationale 13 linking Caen with Bayeux. On his release as cured, he went to his old home at Rushville, Ind., and resumed the practice of law. Colonel Robert Baker was born on 8 March 1923. He served as a Second Lieutenant, First Lieutenant and Captain with the 4th Armored Division through 18 September 1945. On May 14, he began teaching the first school in Kansas and taught there for a year and a half. First Sergeant Leonard J. Miller was born 12 September 1930 in Wilson, Kansas. He played a role in assisting the inauguration of Gov. He was then reassigned to Headquarters, 2nd Battalion 130th Field Artillery as Liaison Officer then later as Battalion Communications Officer. Among his activities were, the organization of the Methodist Sunday School, working to expand Williamsburg’s economic growth, Township Trustee, County Commissioner and School Director. In 1964, Hart won a recruiting contest and a free trip to Washington, D.C. when he recruited 39 new soldiers. The Irish Brigade was an infantry brigade, consisting predominantly of Irish Americans, that served in the Union Army in the American Civil War. He served as first sergeant of the 35th Infantry Division, and was gassed and wounded at St. Mihiel, France, during World War I. Sergeant Webb and his personnel were responsible for the initial processing, re-enlistment, and separation for those personnel who did not have enough time left on their enlistments to complete the 24 months of active duty. Stripping off his clothes, he made his way along the slippery and dangerous footing, where a misstep meant death in the river beneath, and the slightest noise meant death from an insurgent bullet. He introduced and secured the passage of the 1907 Pure Food and Drug Act. Regular Army. He was recalled to active duty, as a Captain, in January 1968, in reaction to the “Pueblo Incident” and served at Kunsan AB, Korea until his release from active duty in 1969. I will try to get them out." His military career began on 6 March 1953 when he enlisted in the United States Army where he saw duty in Korea. The brigade was included in the "order of battle" of the 50th (Northumbrian) Infantry Division, together with the 150th Infantry Brigade and the 151st Infantry Brigade, and became part of XII Corps, British home forces.[1]. Twice wounded in action, he received the Purple Heart Medal with Oak Leaf Cluster. After a few minutes under direct fire, another grenade was thrown at his position. What few things I have left in my room may be sent by express to my brother, George W. Campbell, Rushville, Ind., and he is the proper person to notify of my death. Eligibility is limited by descent through males only. In 1991, he led in the organization of the 18th Kansas Volunteer Cavalry Regiment, a unit of the Kansas Militia, a volunteer organization dedicated to preserving this important history of the Kansas military. In 1965 Dowse, then the Battalion Communications Chief, accepted the challenge of attending the Kansas National Guard Officer Candidate School. He finally retired in 1908. He is a member of the USA Ordnance Center and School and served on the Reserve Components Advisory Group in 1980 and 1981. To them three children were born: James C. Hughes, a retired U.S. His organizational and motivation abilities brought many innovations to the Air Guard, most of which still benefit Guardsmen and their families today. Eleven days after arriving in Kansas, he and eight others contracted a case of cholera which killed everyone except McAfee in seven hours! Kansas’ 4th Adjutant General His awards and decorations include; The Legion of Merit, American Defense Service Medal, American Campaigh Medal, Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal with 1 Battle Star, World War II Victory Medal, Armed Forces Reserve Medal, National Guard Bureau Eagle Award, Army Reserve Components Achievement Medal, Kansas National Guard Service Medal with 30 Year Device and the 130TH Field Artillery Regiment Distinghished Member Award. He, in many ways, wielded a strong influence in behalf of worthy legislation, and furthered some of the laws which gave Kansas an enviable distinction among the states of the Union. By November of 1941, he had been appointed the commander of the 127th Field Artillery Battalion and participated in the Louisiana maneuvers during the summer months. Newby went on to command three battalions: the 135th Transportation Battalion; the 169th Support Battalion; and 2nd Battalion, 137th Infantry. Brigadier General J E “Speck” Gardner, born in Carlton, Kansas, joined in the enlisted reserve corps of the Army of the United States on October 22, 1942, and compiled a varied and distinguished military career. Governor of Kansas Outside his National Guard duties, Chief Zerger was active in the community. History. His awards and decorations include the Meritorious Service Medal with One Oak Leaf Cluster, the Air Force Commendation Medal, the Air Force Good Conduct Medal with 2 Oak Leaf Clusters, the Army Good Conduct Medal, the Army Occupation Medal, the National Defense Service Medal with 1 Bronze Star, Korean Service Medal with 1 Oak Leaf Cluster, Overseas Service Ribbons( Short Tour and Long Tour), Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, the Air Force Longevity Ribbon with 1 Silver and 3 Bronze Oak Leaf Clusters, The Armed Forces Reserve Medal with 1 Gold Hourglass Device, the Air Reserve Forces Meritorious Service Award with Four Oak Leaf Clusters, the Small Arms Expert Marksmanship Badge, The Air Force Outstanding Unit Award with Two Oak Leaf Clusters, and the Kansas Air National Guard Service Medal with 3 Sunflower Devices. Hock. COL Fox became a full time technician for the 169th and later became the Battalion Operations Officer and Executive Officer, culminating as Battalion Commander in September 1976. His devotion to both branches of the Kansas Nation Guard and his ability to relate and work with a wide range of individuals on both the State and National level, has made an important place for General Gardner in the history of the Kansas National Guard. Other positions he held include State Director of Selective Service, Secretary-Treasurer of the Adjutants General Association of the United States, and Treasurer of the National Guard Association of the United States (for more than 25 consecutive years). His service in the 4th Armored Division took him through Normandy, Northern France, Southern France, Rhineland and the Ardennes Battle Campaigns. Master Sgt. He attended Infantry Officer Candidate School in Fort Benning, Georgia in 1964, was commissioned Second Lieutenant and attended Engineer Officer Basic Course at Fort Belvoir, Virginia. From June 1943 until November 1945 he was mobilized and served with the 250th Station Hospital in England and Europe. The NCO school was chartered to begin by requiring all senior NCOs’ in the state to attend the school before they could send their junior NCOs’. He lived, talked, ate and dressed absolutely in his own way. May 02, 1864 – March 31, 1865. His keen sense of duty and clear understanding of the mission made him an invaluable trainer. Gaining your power by force. Born March 10, 1839, in Brownville, Pennsylvania, Col. Martin began his military career at the early age of 21 when he was called to duty during the War Between the States in 1860. Both the Eighth Army and the U.S. II Corps continued their attacks over the next week, and eventually the Eighth Army broke the lines and the DAK was forced to abandon Gabes and retreat to join the other Axis forces far to the north. In 2003 he became the first command sergeant major of the Joint Forces Headquarters Kansas-Land Component. Ballard unhesitatingly moved across the fire swept terrain to the injured man and swiftly rendered medical assistance to his comrade. He ended his career with over thirty six years of military service to his credit. His son, COL Gregory Hoisington, served in the U. S. Army and two of his chidlren–Maj Gen Perry M. Hoisington II, USAF, and Brig Gen Elizabeth P. Hoisington, U. S. Army, are the only brother and sister who have become generals in the history of the Armed Forces. His release was secured by influential friends and a ticket given him for Chicago. He enlisted as a private on Sept. 1, 1862, and 14 days later, was elected unanimously by his company as first lieutenant. 69th Infantry Band: 880th Field Artillery Bn : 369th Medical Battalion: 69th Cavalry Recon Troop (Mechanized) 269th Engineer Combat Battalion : 69th Division Artillery . He was activated with Company E, 137th Infantry Regiment of the Kansas Guard on December 23, 1940, and participated in the Louisiana Maneuvers. Citation: For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life and beyond the call of duty while serving as a HC2c. Lt Col Webb and wife, Arlene Joan Webb, live in Silver Lake, Kansas and have three sons: Dr. Craig Alan Webb and spouse Debbie, Scott Brian Webb and spouse Rhonda, and Captain Eric Robert Webb and spouse Jeni. In addition to having a distinguished career as a Traditional National Guardsman, Lieutenant Colonel Porter has served his community through his civilian occupation in several states. His expertise in the military was recognized when he was chosen to testify before a House Armed Services Subcommittee of the United States House of Representatives, studying Reserve Component field training. In 1964, COL Fox attended the Army Aviators Course to become Fixed Wing qualified. He tried pigeon raising, all kinds of pouters, etc., also pheasants and Japanese Silkies. He enlisted in 1929 as a private in the 60th Field Artillery Brigade, serving with that unit until 1940 when he was commissioned a second lieutenant. He was 72 years old. General Rueger served on numerous national boards including then National Guard Safety and Occupational Health Committee, National Interagency Counterdrug Institute and Vice President of the Adjutants’ General Association of the United States. I chose Great Britain because I was not terribly familiar with the British during WWII and it seemed like a good educational opportunity coupled with a fun way to play the game. Employment with Kansas expanding railroad system beckoned Anderson and within a year he resigned as Adjutant General to become agent of the Kansas Pacific at Topeka. George chaired the Combined Federal Campaign for the Nation Guard in the Topeka area. In any case, you know the price that he paid for freedom. Upon his return to Wichita, he was instrumental in the reactivation of the 127th Fighter Squadron, Kansas National Guard, which is known today as the 184th Bomb Wing. General Sommers is highly active in community affairs; a volunteer licensed Ham Operator, 4-H Group Leader, deacon and elder of the Highland Christian Church, Board member, Hiawatha Community Hospital, Member and Past Master of the Masonic Lodge in Highland, Private Instrument rated pilot who performed agricultural soil conservation services with aerial photography, Sunday school teacher and life member of National Guard Association of the United States and Kansas. The 5th East Yorks achieved on 25 September, but the Germans kept them under heavy artillery fire for days.[1]. $3.88. He had been through Ranger training and served with the Rangers for a year before returning to the 137th. The unit began with Billard as Commander, six Lieutenants and 23 Enlisted Men. His knowledge of law and his talents as a public speaker gave him a splendid equipment. A true American Patriot. Colonel Whittaker died September 6, 1904 and is buried in Topeka Cemetery 69, Loy 150. Upon reorganization he was assigned as Platoon Leader and later Commanding Officer of the 132nd Ordnance Company (SD) with promotion to Captain in 1965. His leadership extended to the civilian sector as well. From 1946-56, he was Chief Master Sergeant, Personnel & Administration, Army of Occupation in Japan. He is a life member of the Enlisted Association of the National Guard of the United States, a lifetime member of the 35th Division Association, serving as its president in 2014, and also a lifetime member of the Fifth Army Association. He was a member of the Board at the time of his death. In September, 1861 he enlisted as a private in Co. E, 5th New York Cavalry, which joined the army in the Shenandoah Valley. In September of 1970 he was commissioned in the Kansas National Guard serving in the 137th Aviation Company and the Headquarters of the State Area Command, KSARNG. While serving as the USPFO, COL Searcy became most knowledgeable in the area of purchasing and contracting. It was accomplished in an outstanding manner in 10 days. Each time the plane turned and its great mottled belly flopped back into normal position, the men of the lost battalion expected to see it tumble from the sky… But on its way it went like a charmed thing, roaring up and down and across, rocked occasionally by the ash of big shells that had just passed… the plane finally crashed into the French terrain.”. Later in his military career he served in the 47th Army Band, Minnesota Army National Guard; the 1st Battalion, 156th Brigade; and the 31st Infantry Division of the Louisiana Army National Guard before joining the Kansas Army National Guard’s 42nd Army Band. The Colonel’s story of how he learned to smoke was this: He was the youngest child of six. The 69th New York Militia served as the nucleus for the Brigade and its 1st Regiment, the 69th New York Infantry Regiment. Capt. Of failing to compass murder The music you may hear on some of these history pages (if your computer has speakers) is … Regular Army Lieutenant Colonel on the General Staff; the other son is William R. Hughes, now a major in the U.S. He worked closely with his Army National Guard equivalent, the state command sergeant major, to put into place many of the joint Army and Air National Guard projects in use today. Starting in 1901, COL Allen’s heath became very poor again. “The insurgents were intrenched strongly at the Rio Grande and General Wheaton and his brigade, including the 20th Kansas, were bent on taking the position, by long odds the most formidable yet encountered. The General’s awards and decorations include the Legion of Merit, the Bronze Star Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Good Conduct Medal, European-African Middle Eastern Campaign medal, American Defense Service Medal, American Campaign Medal, World War II Victory Medal, Army Occupation Medal, Armed Forces Reserve Medal with 3rd Oak Leaf Cluster, Army Reserve Components Achievement Medal with 2nd Oak Leaf Cluster, Presidential Unit Citation, Distinguished Unit Badge, French Fourragere, Kansas National Guard Service Medal with 3rd Oak Leaf Cluster, Kansas Emergency Duty Service Ribbon, Kansas National Guard Distinguished Service Medal and the National Guard Association of Kansas Distinguished Service medal. The Army Air Service was the forerunner of the Army Air Corps which later became the Air Force. Sergeant Major Trost began his fulltime Career with the National Guard, serving in the 2nd Battalion 130th Field Artillery in 1966 as an assistant Administrative Supply Technician, Administrative Supply Technician, Operations, Training and Readiness Specialist and Battalion General Supply Technician where he served until his retirement on 3 November 1988. As the first State Command Chief, CCMSgt Wilson was responsible for advsing commanders and staff on mission effectiveness, professional development, military readiness training, resource utilization, health, morale, and welfare of the Enlisted Airmen and Women of the Kansas Air National Guard. Then he cleared a neighbouring trench. He was sworn in as the third Kansas Governor on January 9, 1865 and was reelected for a second term two years later. William N. Hughes had a son with the same regular army rank. Did you serve with 69TH INFANTRY BRIGADE KANSAS ARMY NATIONAL GUARD? He was a born showman; he loved to ride on horseback at the head of a parade. The designation of the first regiment in the brigade, the 69th New York Infantry, or the "Fighting 69th", continued in later wars. During this time he was promoted to Full Colonel and assumed command of the 114th Cavalry, 24th Cavalry Division. In 1901, he was elected as clerk of Bourbon County District Court and developed an interest in law. After mobilization, he assisted in the transition of the 127th Fighter Interceptor Squadron. Frederick Phisterer.Albany: J. Weller to head the 110th Ordnance Company. He was a delegate to the National Convention at Philadelphia in 1872, and was a member of the committee on resolutions. COL Fox possessed a commitment to service that extended beyond his military assignments to include Past President of the Association of the United States Army (Topeka Chapter), Past President of the National Guard Association of Kansas and life member of the National Guard Association of the United States. His membership and accomplishments are include in an addendum to his biography. It was the sad death of his nine-year-old son, who was killed by street cars in Topeka. In 1893, he was made minister to Bolivia by President Cleveland, which he held for four years. After release from the hospital he served in various staff duties until discharged from active duty in 1919. He served on the Headquarters staff as the Director of Security and was the State Aviation Officer during his last assignment in the KSNG. She trained in three different career fields (administration, chemical, and transportation) and became an expert in each. 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