David Harkleroad named USV Soldier of the Year
78th PVI member, David Harkleroad, was named the USV Soldier of the Year for 2009 at the annual USV brigade meeting in January. David has been an active member in the 78th since 2001 and last year completed his second tour of duty in Iraq. Fellow 78th member Mike Huston previously received the award in 2007. The 78th PVI is the only member unit in the entire USV to have repeated this award.
New Standards for the 3rd Reg't., USV
These new guidelines were discussed and approved by the 3rd Regt, USV at the annual brigade meeting in January.
Attention, Battalion! - 3rd Regt, USV Quarterly Newsletter (Fall 2009 Edition)
Read about the events our battalion and our fellow 3rd Regt. units have attended over the past year.
Elected Officers for 2010
President - Aaron Hooks
Vice President - David Harkleroad
Treasurer - Al Stasiak
Secretary - Mike Huston
Advisory Board - Matthew Hooks, Bonnie Hess, Ed Fantuzzo
Military Commander - Al Stasiak
Civilian Coordinator - Jan Valasek
USV Brigade Meeting - Election Results
2009 Elections: Tony Daniels - President & Brigadier General
Scot Buffington - Colonel, 3rd Regiment
Mark Herzog - Lt. Col., 3rd Regiment
Linda Dussinger - USV Civilian Coordinator
Common Sense Resolution
The 78th PVI, Co. F has voted to sign and pledge its support to the new Common Sense Resolution. In continuing our organization's and our regiment's support for quality reenactments and raising preservation awareness and funds, we will try when and where ever possible to adhere to these standards. The 78th PVI, Co. F realizes the importance of maintaining authenticity and safety at events while attempting to recreate battles as accurately as possible for us and the public. Over a dozen organizations, from mess size groups to entire regiments, have currently signed this declaration.
Mission Statement: To create a tool to build an environment in Civil War Reenacting in which history is first, last and foremost. To foster ownership of events, proceeds, scenarios and schedules for the betterment of the hobby for the men in the ranks, the public and each other.
