The Armed Forces E-9 Association (AFE9A) KANSAS SUN FLOWER CHAPTER 2016 CHRISTMAS SOCIAL

Sequence of Events Social Hour 1800-1900 Invocation 1900-1902 Introductions 1902-1905 Toast 1905-1910 Dinner 1910-2030 Intermission 2030-2045 Chapter Status Report 2045-2100 Benediction 2100-2102 Dancing 2105-2400

Toast “Ladies and gentlemen, I propose a traditional first toast to the Commander-in-Chief, the President of the United States.” Response: To the President - CSM Mann “Ladies and Gentlemen, I propose a toast to the United States Army.” Response: To the Army - SGM Moon “Ladies and Gentlemen, I propose a toast to the United States Marines.” Response: To the Marines – CSM May “Ladies and Gentlemen, I propose a toast to the United States Navy.” Response: To the Navy – MCPO Trow “Ladies and Gentlemen, I propose a toast to the United States Coast Guard.” Response: To the Coast Guard – SGM Buckley “Ladies and Gentlemen, I propose a toast to the United States Air Force.” Response: To the Air Force – SGM Cooley “Ladies and Gentlemen, I propose a toast to the Armed Forces E-9 Association.” Response: To the Armed Forces E-9 Association – CSM Echevarria Please seat your Spouses: “Ladies and Gentlemen, I propose a toast to the Spouses.” Response: To the Spouses – SGM Shanklin PLEASE OBSERVE A MOMENT OF SILENCE FOR OUR FALLEN COMRADES – CSM Hearron

The Armed Forces E-9 Association History  The Armed Forces E-9 Association    The idea of organizing a group of retired Sergeants Majors in the Killeen, TX. Area dates back to December 1977 when old-line retirees got together for social evening and formal dinners. The actual genesis of the current organization dates to the summer of 1983. On 3 December 1983 more than one hundred retired E9’s reviewed, amended and subsequently adopted a formal Constitution and By-Laws. The Retired Sergeants major Association INC., became a reality. The Secretary, State of Texas, signed a Certificate of Incorporation on 1 March 1984 that recognized The Retired Sergeants Major Association (TRSMA) as a non-profit corporation under the Texas Non-Profit Act. The Association now numbers over 1,500 with active chapter is six states and more in the formation stage. Counting all members at large, members cover 43 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, Europe and the Far East. The first Chapter was formed in June 1985 at Lawton, OK followed by chartering Chapters in Junction City KS in May 1987; Killeen TX, January 1988; Empire State (NY), July 1989; Horsham PA, January 1991; Colorado Springs CO, June 1993; Fayetteville NC, September 1994; a second chapter in Killeen TX, April 1995; Washington State, June 1995; Kentucky Chapter May 1996 and Hawaii, November 1996. The first Retired Sergeants Major and Chiefs Association Auxiliary was formed and held it’s first meeting in August 1984. The Kansas Sunflower Auxiliary Chapter was chartered in June 1996. At the 1994 Annual Membership Roundup in Colorado Springs a revised Constitution and By-Laws was adopted which officially established a National Convention to be held in May of each year. The first Convention was held in Junction City in 1995 followed by Ft Bragg, 1996; King of Prussia PA, 1997; Killeen TX, 1998; Fife WA, 1999; Ft Know KY 2000; Junction City KS, 2001; Peterson AAFB CO, 2002; Killeen TX 2003 and Philadelphia PA 2004. Charleston SC will host the 2005 Convention on 22 April – 1 May at the Radisson Hotel, Charleston Airport. Our local chapter will host the 2010 Convention in Junction city. At the 2005 Convention, the Association changed its official name to the ARMED FORCES E9 ASSOCIATION to better reflect all branches of E9’s.

Our Symbol Mission Statement The five points of the star symbolize the five services. The Nine small stars under the eagle symbolize the rank of eligible members of the association. The EAGLE symbolizes our intent to preserve and defend the United States of America against all Enemies. The SEAL on the breast of the eagle represents our allegiance to the United States of America. Mission Statement The mission of the Armed Forces E9 Association is to foster patriotism; promote the health, prosperity and welfare of our members and their families; continue our efforts to stop the erosion of our earned benefits; ensure accountability of our POW/MIAs; ensure protection of the American Flag; continue to preserve and defend the United States against all her enemies; and to maintain allegiance to God and Country.

ANNUAL CHAPTER PROJECTS Army Family Readiness (WTB) $150.00 NCO of the Year $100.00 x 3 Soldier of the Year $100.00 x 3 Fort Red Cross $100.00 USO $100.00 Food Pantry: a. Junction City $100.00 b. Manhattan $100.00 Armed Services YMCA $100.00 JC/FR Shrine $100.00 Ogden Friendship House $100.00 Operation Santa Clause $200.00 Retiree Council $50.00 Central Kansas Military Community Foundation $500.00 Combat Veterans Association $100.00 Replacement Company Donation $100.00 Other worthwhile projects $250.00 Benevolent Fund $200.00 Order of the Arrow (Boy Scouts)