E-IVY LEAF

From the President – This E-Ivy Leafnewsletter is the f irst of what will be an ongoingseries of digital newsletters to timely inform ourmembers about many topics of interest andsupplement the published Ivy Leaves magazine.Your feed back is an important way to help usdevelop and make improvements in this process.Feel free to contact me [email protected] your comments.

Steadfast & LoyalJerry N. Bumpus, National President

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E-IVY LEAFNational 4th Infantry (IVY) Division Association

Supporting Veterans, Soldiers and Friends of the 4th Infantry Division Since 1919WWI - WWII - Cold War - Vietnam - Iraq - Afghanistan - War on Terror

May 4, 2020 Newsletter

COVID-19 Update - As we all continue to monitor the COVID-19illness, please consult and follow the guidelines from the Centersfor Disease Control (CDC), Federal, State, Local governments andyour health care provider about steps you should take to protectyourself . Older adults and people who have severe underlyingchronic medical conditions like heart or lung disease or diabetesseem to be at higher risk for developing more serious complicationsfrom COVID-19 illness. Stay safe!

2020 National Reunion News

2020 National Reunion has been rescheduled to August 10 – 16in Colorado Springs and Ft Carson, Colorado

Due to the rapidly changing developments related to the coronavirus COVID-19it became abundantly clear that for the health, safety and well-being of ourmembership and the community, we must postpone the 2020 NationalReunion originally scheduled June 22 - 28, 2020. Working closely with the staffof the Hotel Eleganté, the 2020 National Reunion has been rescheduled toAugust 10 – 16, 2020

Reunion Registration and Hotel Reservation’s Cut-of f is Friday July 10,2020

We want to thank all of you who registered early for your patience as weworked through the rescheduling with the hotel. If you haven’t already done so,it is recommended that before the reservation cut-off date of Friday July 10,2020, you reconfirm and receive a hard copy of your hotel reservation, thedate of arrival, departure, and room type selected. An early departure fee maybe charged. To avoid this fee, Individuals must advise the Hotel at or beforecheck-in of any change in the scheduled length of stay. Contact the ReunionRegistrar if you have any questions.

Updated Reunion Schedule and Registration Documents are published in theJune Ivy Leaves and on the 2020 National Reunion page of the 4IDA website.https://www.4thinfantry.org

At Friday and Saturday night’sNational Reunion events there will bespecial appearances by Singer,Songwriter Mr. Jim Salestrom, whowill perform a collection of hisfavorite songs to include “After theWar” a song written by Tim Irvin, aVietnam War veteran, and wasperformed by the two of them onMemorial Day, May 31, 1993, at theWall.

We will hold the annual Quilt Raff ledrawing at the Saturday nightBanquet to raise funds for the HonorFlight Network – to support 4thInfantry Division Veteran(s) asrequested by the Redlegs Chapter.T his year’s beautif ul 88” squarequilt is made by Jane Ratlif f of theRedlegs Chapter . You do not haveto be present to win; raff le tickets areavailable by mail from the ExecutiveDirector.

Ft Hood Memorial gets a face liftthanks to 1/7 Cav volunteers

April 30, 2020 Fort Hood, Texas, By Brandy Cruz, Sentinel News EditorGarryowen troopers honor Ivy Division fallen with clean-up

“These are the names of the troopers who lost their lives during three rotationsto Iraq,” Chaplain (Capt.) William Beaver, said as he pointed to the bronzename plates surrounding the 4th Infantry Division Memorial.

Honoring the sacrif ice of 113 fallen Ivy Division troops, the 1st Battalion, 7thCavalry Regiment troopers have decided to adopt the memorial as their own –to care for the grounds, clean the monument and repair any damages. Morethan 20 Garryowen troopers volunteered their time Friday to return thedowntrodden memorial to its former glory.

“You can see that people are still leaving tokens and mementos here. This is alot of memories. Every single plaque is associated with a trooper, their unit, theirfamily, their state and their country,” Lt. Col. Richard Groen, commander of 1stBn., 7th Cav. Regt., explained. “We get to honor so many people who have giventhe ultimate sacrif ice.”

Groen said he found out the memorial wasn’t being cared for properly from hiswife, who was taking a walk through the memorial, which stands to the west ofCameron Field. After seeing the site, himself , the commander spoke with hissergeant major and chaplain, before asking the garrison commander if theGarryowen troopers could become caretakers of the memorial. Groen andBeaver said they have short- and long-term goals for the memorial, which theyhope will result in a rededication of the memorial on Memorial Day.

From the Membership Committee

AUSA Mutual Membership Proposal

The 4ID Association has been approached by the AUSA with an interestingproposal to establish a mutual AUSA membership for members of the 4ID

The U.S. Army has announced that the National Museum of

Association. The AUSA is offering 4ID Association members full AUSA memberbenefits to include aff iliation with an AUSA chapter, the digital version of AUSApublications, and access to all AUSA membership benefits, through a one-yeartrial period. An option to negotiate a follow-on agreement if we believed it inour membership’s mutual interest.

4IDA members who do not want to participate may “opt-out” of the mutual4IDA/AUSA membership. The contact information for those who opt-out willnot be shared with AUSA. To “opt-out” members must contact the 4IDAExecutive Director on or before the deadline. Members may also “unsubscribe”at a later date if they so choose. A deadline to opt-out has not beendetermined as we want to give members ample opportunity to consider thisproposal. T his proposal will be discussed at the National Reunion inAugust bef ore any action is taken. Please watch for updates in the IvyLeaves or contact the 4IDA National President with questions.

To participate in this opportunity, Members must meet and agree to thefollowing criteria

1) Must be a 4ID Association Member in Good Standing

2) Have your 4IDA membership profile up to date: to include address, cellphone, dates of service and unit information

3) Must have a valid Email Address to accept digital communication

4) Must agree to receive AUSA promotional information

Chapter News

T he Iron Horse Chapter is changing its name to: T he IVY Division Chapter

The Iron Horse Chapter of the 4ID Association is changing its name to the “IvyDivision Chapter”. We will be working with the chapter to fully implement thechange over the next few months.

In 2018 the Division began the process to retire the “Iron Horse Division”nickname in favor of the more historical name, “Ivy Division.” In keeping with therenewed recognition as the “Ivy Division” we will be changing the Chapter’sname as well.

NMUSA June 4th opening is delayed

the United States Army will delay its June 4, 2020 publicopening.

Due to the COVID-19 public health emergency, some of theexhibit gallery  f inishing work at the National Museum of theUnited States Army has been suspended which impacts theproject timeline.

"Although disappointing, postponing the opening of themuseum is a proactive and appropriate decision," saidTammy E. Call, the museum's director, "and we stand readyto resume that work as soon as possible."

See more at http://www.theNMUSA.org

Know your benefits of 4IDAmembership

Educational Scholarships - Two types ofEducational Scholarships are available from theNational 4th Infantry (IVY) Division AssociationScholarship Trust: the E.R. Smith MemorialScholarship and the Annual EducationalScholarships. Applications for AnnualScholarships must be mailed to the Secretary ofthe Scholarship Committee bef ore the June 15deadline each year using the appropriate form.Forms are published in the Ivy Leaves andavailable on the 4IDA website. Consult theScholarship Committee or the Constitution andBylaws for a complete list of guidelines andrequirements.https://www.4thinfantry.org/content/scholarships-donations

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