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CAMDEN
Vol. XXVI, No. 1
ALUMNI ASSOCIATION
CARLISLE
Spring / Summer 2009
Camden Military Academy opened its doors on September 8, 1958, with 95 cadets from sixteen states and four foreign countries. The class of 1959 graduated with nine seniors and dedicated their first yearbook that states: As a new son to its father, Camden Military Academy dedicates its annual to its president, Col. James F. Risher. In thinking of his influence on our lives, we are reminded of the words of a great writer: The teacher who walks in the shadow of the temple, among his followers, gives not of his wisdom but rather of his faith and his lovingness. If he is indeed wise he does not bid you enter the house of his wisdom, but rather leads you to the threshold of your own mind. (See
page 7 for the 2009 cadet names and their future plans.)
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John & Janis Patton Remember...all donations are tax deductible. They can be designated to the general annual fund that is used as financial aid for our young men whose parents need assistance, or to your specific area of interest, such as athletics, Civil Air Patrol, Cline Library, etc. Contact Glenda or Diane if you have any questions.
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Page 3 be. I have been equipped with everything that I need to succeed and excel in life, and I owe it to Camden Military Academy. I especially owe it to you Colonel Boland, Lt. Colonel Armstrong, SGM Greene, Lt. Colonel Heflin, Mr. Dumont, and all the students and faculty involved in my growth and development. I thank everyone for believing in me, believing in the young man that I have become. I most certainly thank God for every blessing he has given me. Lastly, and certainly not least, I thank my Mother and Sister for always being there for me and never giving up. It truly has been an honor to serve as a cadet at Camden Military Academy the last five years. Thank you for your time, everyone and may God smile on each and every one of you. (Presented at the March 6, 2009 Excalibur Society Dinner by LTC Elijah Kitts)
Mr. and Mrs. Scarborough, Colonel and Mrs. Boland, and distinguished members of the Excalibur Society and friends and alumni of Carlisle Military School, Camden Academy, and Camden Military Academy. On behalf of the corps of cadets, it is an honor for me to talk about our school and thank you for your unconditional support of CMA. Five years ago, I was certain that I would never find myself in an institution such as Camden Military. Furthermore, I can honestly tell you that four and a half years ago, upon arriving to this academy, I had no intention of standing before you making this speech as I am this evening. I am Lieutenant Colonel Elijah Kitts from Winston-Salem, North Carolina. I am the president of our honor council, the Honor Society, the student body and most importantly I serve as cadet Battalion Commander. Growing up, my father was absent. I did not have a father figure in my life, and I was mischievous, to say the least. My mother has gone above and beyond to make ends meet for me and my sister, working 50-60 hour weeks from the day that I was born until the present. My mother means the most to me in this world, and I always seek to find ways to make her happy and proud of the young man she has raised on her own. Needless to say prior to my attending the Academy, I wasnt much to be proud of. Over the summer and early fall of 2004, I was living a very selfish lifestyle that was headed down a dead end street. I personally chose and affiliated myself with a group of kids whom I allowed to be a negative moral influence on me. I was very ignorant and nave to what my mother told me. My father was absent, and I was searching searching for answers to certain questions. I had no idea where to find the answers.
In late fall of 2004, I was expelled from my public middle school due to foolish and immature actions. When I received the information that my only option was Camden Military Academy I thought my life was over. Fortunately for me, that part of my life was over. I was thirteen years of age when I was first introduced to the life styles and ways of the Academy. Upon arriving at CMA, I noticed hundreds of young men, in crisp, pressed gray shirts with nearly perfectly ironed military blue pants with black stripes and shiny brass belt buckle to top the uniform off. I asked myself, are we at Fort Bragg? But little did I know that within a few hours I would be a part of the corps of cadets at Camden Military Academy, wearing the same sharp uniform. My eighth grade year at Camden Military Academy was not anything to be proud of. But nonetheless, in May of 2005 I made a decision that altered my life. I chose to return to and finish my high school career at this fine institution. Although my mother wasnt financially stable, she facilitated my wish to stay, and that has made the biggest difference in my life. Freshman year was the starting point of my new life. I was a sergeant, and determined to make something of my life and time at Camden Military Academy. I started in the academic region, making Deans List every two weeks and even tutoring some of my fellow cadets. By the end of the first semester I had attained a 4.0 GPA, and wanted more. I moved on to my next area of personal development, leadership. After Christmas break of my freshman year. I was given the opportunity by SGM Greene to be the squad leader of third squad, second platoon in Band and Staff Company. That might have been the first time in my life when a man at Camden Military Academy had filled the void in my life - the void of a father figure, someone that believed in me and believed that I could make a difference in this institution. During my sophomore year I was given another chance at becoming the leader I was meant to be. I was made platoon sergeant of second platoon, and in charge of young men of ages varying from 1318. I accepted the challenge to lead by example, not only in formations, but in the classroom, as well. In May of 2007, I received the highest GPA in the sophomore class and the final General Order of the 2006-07 school year announced that I was going to
be the First Sergeant of Band and Staff. Once again SGM Greene put faith and trust in me, and I did not fail. In return, I, and other members of the chain of command, were able to make a positive difference and received Honor Company for the year. On May 18th, 2008, the final General Order marked the high point of my entire seventeen years of life. It was announced on that day, that I had been chosen to be the Battalion Commander for the following school year. I cannot express to you how much that meant to me. It was my mothers birthday, and she could not have been prouder. So I return now to the statement I made earlier. I was searching for answers to certain questions for which I had no idea where to look. I stand here before you now, fully decorated, and now fully knowledgeable of what I was searching for. I was searching mainly for a reason, a reason to stand out in a crowd; a reason to achieve the unimaginable; and a reason to do something with my life. You see, its not that I didnt have anybody there to answer the questions. Its that I did not have the structure needed to answer those questions. Over the past four and a half years I have been truly graced by Camden Military. I have been put into an environment that demanded a change in my life and an environment that supported that change. Every member of the Faculty and Staff at the Academy has provided me with an incentive to be who I am today. I have bonded with fellow cadets and have established relationships that I know will last the rest of my life. I have been given the opportunity to become the best leader I can be, and have been guided the entire way. What I am trying to say is this: Camden Military Academy and everyone involved have given me the foundation for the rest of my life. Please forgive my modesty, but I have become a distinguished young man that I, myself, respect. There is no doubt in my mind that my experience and the knowledge I have been given, will help me face whatever obstacles I might encounter. In closing, I would like to mention that I plan on attending The Citadel in the fall. Some say that the knob year at The Citadel is one of the hardest tasks to accomplish. I proudly stand before you saying this: I have confidence in myself. I am confident because Camden Military Academy has given me a vision of the man that I have the potential to
Kitts is among Best of the Class seniors in the Midlands of S.C. sponsored by WLTX.com.
Kitts and staff members inspect the Corps of Cadets for the last time on graduation day.
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CMAs spring calendar is always full, from the classrooms to the athletic fields. Campus activities such as sponsoring the Kershaw County Special Olympics provide an opportunity for some of the cadets to help with the various events. Off campus, some cadets choose to engage in annual trips, such as the Winter Jam Concerts, as well as seminars sponsored by the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. This year, the Color Guard helped to dedicate the Camden Archives and Museum that was held after their remodeling and addition was completed. The Carolina Cup is always a fun-filled event, although the rain and storms lingered through the Color Guards presentation, as well as through several horse races. The Key Club, lead by former admissions director Gene McCaskill, collected canned goods for one of the local food drives. The sixth annual Headmasters Golf Tournament was once again a big success. A visit by CSM Martain will always bring a smile to the campus TACs, as well as faculty and staff members.
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Michael Bunch with Mom, Carrie Kahn, and Grandmom, Jerrie Hogan
Terah Lesko with Dad Col. Boland, Max Aiken & Elijah Kitts Chris Isaac 08, Cameron Rehborn 08, Jack Davis 10, Elijah Kitts 09, Brantley Rehborn 08 Christian Walker and nephew Tyler
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Athletic Awards
Varsity Football Most Valuable Player: Jordan Ilbrink Most Valuable Player Offense: Matt Repass Most Valuable Offensive Lineman: Cliff Stevenson Most Valuable Player Offense Back: Aaron Ross Most Valuable Player Defense: Apollo Pegues Most Valuable Defensive Lineman: Grady Ditumona Most Valuable Defensive Back: David Ford Special Teams Award: Austin Baker Most Improved: Lucious Bullock, Dimitris Smith, Chris Walker Coaches Award: Eric Otokawa, Brodric Dixon Junior Varsity Football Most Valuable Offense: Luis Cassety Most Valuable Defense: Garrett Sisler Most Improved: Ray Volpe Coaches Award: Tom Michalk Junior high Football Most Valuable Player Offense: Ben Rackcliff Most Valuable Defense: Christopher Mullins Most Improved: Demetrius Bryant Coaches Award: Jonathan Taylor Varsity Basketball Most Valuable Player: Matt Repass Most Valuable Offense: Tim Floyd Most Valuable Defense: Jordan Ilbrink Coaches Award: DeAndre Lawrence, Tristan Shore Spartan Award: Chad Smith Most Improved: Jack Davis Junior high Basketball Most Valuable Player Offense: Ray Lock Most Valuable Player Defense: Dustin Brewington Coaches Award: Josh Nelson Most Improved: Trajan Krause-Lee Baseball Most Valuable Player Offense: Jacob Ray Most Valuable Player Defense: Matt Repass Most Improved: Phillip Crawford Pitcher MVP: Zach Fisher E. Haines Gregg Award: Chris Dougherty Soccer Most Valuable Player: Collins Gundling Most Valuable Offense: Garrett Sisler Most Valuable Defense: Nicholas Meeks Coaches Award: Brian McDonald, Jordan Lesko Lowest Goals Against Average: Benjamin Donnan Junior Varsity Soccer: Most Valuable Player Offense: Matthew Volpe Most Valuable Player Defense: Jacob Hall Most Improved: Tanner Linder Coaches Award: Louis Cassety Rifle Team Most Valuable Shooter: Matthew Liner Most Improved: Robert Settle Most Motivated: Joey Redal lacrosse Most Valuable Offense: Alex Mays Most Valuable Defense: McKellar Johnson Most Improved: Matt Brown Coaches Award: Christopher Walker Cross-Country Most Valuable Runner: Collins Gundling Gazelle Award: Sergey Solson Hustle Award: Jack Davis, Chase Smith
1) Brodric Dixon receives JROTC Superior Cadet Award from Commandant LTC Armstrong; 2) Blaine Goode receives the Military Officers Association of America Award from Capt. Black; 3) Jordan Lesko receives the CSM Martain Award from LTC Armstrong; and 4) Logan Brooks receives the Association of the United States Army Reserve National Scholar/Athlete Award from SGT Brown.
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gOlD STAR ReCIPIeNTS The first gold stars were originally given at Carlisle Military School for students with a 90+ average for the semester. The tradition continues for over one-third of Camden Military Academys cadets who received their Gold Stars for the 1st and 2nd semesters of the 2008-2009 school year. The following cadets received their Gold Star medals and the cadets with an asterisk by their name received two Gold Stars for their two semesters.
K. Spencer Adams*, Martin B. Allison, Jacob C. Andrews*, Zachariah R. Azari*, Nicholas A. Baer*, Sanford W. Baker*, Hamza K. Baloch, Walter R. Barnette*, Christopher L. Bazen, Hunter D. Beaudreau*, Jansen C. Berg*, Bradley M. Betchy, Weston R. Birchall*, Kyle A. Blane, Taylor A. Boswell*, Kuy Brodie, Logan L. Brooks*, Colin Bryant, Demetrius C. Bryant, Lucius H. Bullock*, Adriane J. Bunao, Robert M. Bunch*, Jean-Michael Bunner*, Devin M. Carney*, Donald F. Carroll*, Gregory C. Chandler*, Michael A. Chaney, Joshua P. Clementz*, Cade A. Clenney*, Charles T. Colthorpe*, Caleb M. Combs*, Lucas G. Conrad, John M. Courtemanche, David B. Crosland, IV*, Demetri D. Dartis*, Robert J. Davis*, Joshua R. Deane*, Gregory M. Dekanski, Peter A. DiCillo*, Gauge G. DiGiovanni, Charles C. Dimmock, IV, Oscar N. Dixon, Benjamin L. Donnan, Christopher J. Dougherty*, Robert C. Dover*, Patrick C. Edmonds, Patrick Engel, Michael M. Faulkner, William J. Floyd, Jr.*, Jedidiah Gaddy, Keith A. Garrison*, Ivan Glinyany*, Michael R. Griffin*, Collins M. Gundling*, Jacob G. Hall, Johnny R. Ham*, Grayson H. Harris*, Robert F. Healy, Darryl A. Hill*, Ross M. Holley*, Santiago M. Iglesias*, Jordan L. Ilbrink*, William W. Johnson*, Timothy D. Jordan*, Karl A. Kalthoff*, Chase Kaylor*, Michael M. Keeney*, Jacob E. Keller*, Micah B. Kelley, Elijah M. Kitts*, Nicholas S. Kostuik*, Trajan A. Krause-Lee*, Donald A. Kruscavage*, James E. Kubiak, Aaron J. Lee, Jared S. Lee, Sebastian Linares*, Tanner J. Linder*, F. Ray Lock*, Aaron A. Lombardi, Zachary D. Loucks*, Byron R. Lyle, Christopher T. Mason*, Carson B. McArthur, Kyle A. McCrory*, Tony A. McCutcheon*, Brian S. McDonald*, Andrew W. McJunkin*, Anthony W. Meadows, Jr.*, Brett A. Mecker*, Austin R. Merrill, Thomas A. Michalk*, David R. Miller*, Matthew A. Miller*, William A. Mincey, Kikunda L. Muhirwa*, Irfaan I. Mukul*, Kyle D-Prileau Myers, Minh H. Nguyen, Alex J. Ochoa, Philip E. OGorman*, Tyler P. Oslizlo, Eric K. Otokawa*, Cody D. Owens*, Nicholas P. Pinelli*, Sam V. Posthuma*, Max S. Rathbun, Jacob L. Ray, Mark D. Reasoner*, Jody T. Redal, Nikolai V. Reinke, Matthew T. Repass*, Timothy D. Roberts, Austin M. Rutledge*, Robert L. Settles, Jr.*, Tristan H. Shore, David A. Simmons, Malcolm D. Singleton*, Garrett K. Sisler, Charles W. Smith, III*, Dimitris X. Smith*, Jason P. Stone*, Christopher J. Taylor*, Jonathon S. Taylor*, John M. Templeton, III, Bentz H. Tourtellot, Andrew W. Trexler*, Matthew R. Udet, Nash H. Underwood*, Jeremy T. Walden, Ryan M. Ward*, Ronald J. Ware, Alexander G. Webster*, Brandon B. Weiner, R. Austin Wells, Anthony M. White*, Nicholas D. White*, Powell W.R. Wimborne*, Christopher E. Wrobel, and Juan R. Zepeda*.
Colonel Eric Boland gives cadet Santiago Iglesias (left picture) his first semester Gold Star in a chapel ceremony in January. He joined over 100 other cadets for the first and second semesters that are listed in the left column. Tyler Hindley (right picture) receives his diploma from Colonel Eric Boland during the ceremony that took place on Sunday, May 17. He was among 68 joyful seniors that day.
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The Carlisle The Black Dog is Back Reunion filled with fun and new memories.
The Carlisle alumni traveled in great numbers, once again, as they visited Camden for the 2009 class reunion. A Friday night reception held at the Quality Inn in Lugoff kicked things off with preregistration. The Saturday events included lunch in the dining hall, parade, and a chapel service to remember the classmates and former faculty and staff members from the good old days of Carlisle. The parade was also a special time for both Carlisle and Camden as it recognized former teacher of both schools, James Watson, with a special dedication with his family members who were present for the parade and service. The parade also recognized 1940 Carlisle alumnus, Bill Hamilton, who was the oldest to attend this years reunion. Alongside Mr. Hamilton was special guest Brad Blazek (CMA99) and his wife, Terri. Brad was made an honorary member of Carlisle, in honor of his service to this country and enduring months of hospitalization and rehab for wounds received in Iraq. The Saturday night banquet was held at the American Legion Post 17 building in Camden where the Carlisle members gathered once again for food, dancing, and new memories with their classmates. CMA thanks all the attendees for taking the time to visit Camden.
The Alumni Office wants all Camden and Carlisle alumni to know that they can make their own plans to meet their classmates at any time they choose, and it doesnt have to be on campus, unless they choose to include a parade of the CMA Corps of Cadets.
Bottom Picture Front Row (l-R): T. Ridgeway 48, V. Doubleday 47, J. grim 47, B. Wallace 48, J. duFief 47, B. hamilton 40, S. Flake 43, P. Manos 48; 2nd Row (l-R): B. Mattingly 46, l. Risher 48, h. Moore 42, B. Scarborough 45, C. Kilpatrick 45, A. Duc 47; 3rd Row: R. Shultz 58, A. Dumont 59, K. Balkcom 58, B. Nihoul 46, N. Arazie 58; 4th Row (l-R): h. Adams 58, B. goddard 58, D. hood 58, C. Rawls 58, R. eckard 58, e. Mcelmurray 50; 5th Row: M. Kooken 58, T. Willis58, g. Cone 58, B. hough 58, C. Fischer 58, J. Reeves 58; Top Row: e. Ravenel 58, l. harris 58, g. Storey 58, C. McDonnell 58. Top Picture Front Row: R. Leary 59, E. Jones 59, J. Collins 59, J. Baker 59, A. Chabot 59, B. Chabot 57, G. Griffith 57; 2nd Row: D. Newton 51, g. Zeigler 55, h. White 56, M. Threatt 53, C. gassett 57; 3rd Row: B. Puckett 54, J. hunter 54, J. Bradin 54, R. Davis 52, C. Jeter 53, h. Stuckey 53, J. MacDonald 53; 4th Row: W. Bennett 64, g. Benton 65, B. Dennis 61, g. Kudlevicz 69, C. Durant 52, J. Taft 52, N. Tucker 52; 4.5 Row: D. Davant 65, M. Woods 60, C. lamar 60; 5th Row: J. godwin 68, T. Peeples 67, M. Farley 67, D. Johns 68, T. Blackmon 69, J. Summerlin 66; 6th Row: J. Risher 64, e. Parker 63, J. Kennedy 62, D. Sikes 62, h. Rawls 62, A. Kizer 62, J. Stanley 62; 7th Row: h. Moore 73, K. ebersold 73, D. Davis 73, J. Montgomery 71, D. Clinton 62; Top Row: J. england 77, J. hinely 75, C. Bailey 70, R. Newsome 72, C. hodge 73.
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Carlisle Weekend in Pictures...George Griffith (CMS57) downloaded pictures from all the cameras that were made available to him at the end of the
reunion. Below you see classmates celebrating their 50th year reunion, Al Chabot, Rupert leary, Joe Collins, and Art Dumont. Also, (former teacher) Jim Watsons picture that will be in his CMA classroom is held by Chris Watson, along with gloe Watson, and daughter, heather. The top group members are M. Woods 60, e. Mcelmurray 50, C. lamar 60, T. Ridgeway 48, Pete Manos 48, and Van Doubleday 48; below that group are K. ebersold 73, h. Moore 73, C. hodge 73, Pete Manos 48, M. Threatt 53, g. Benton 65, D. Davis 73, J. hinely 75, and R. Newsome 72. The original Carlisle sign and cannons were freshly painted for the occasion and alumni gathered around the Carlisle house to look at the various decade collages and reminisce. Colonel Risher and his nephew, James F. Risher, III and his wife, Joan, stopped outside the Carlisle house long enough for a picture. The bottom left picture shows members of the class of 1958, which had the most participants of any class. Sadly, though, just a few weeks after the reunion, they lost Bob hough. Reuniting when you can and while youre still healthy is a time that will never be forgotten and is more important than any of us know. All classes of all schools can plan a reunion, at anytime or anywhere!
New 2009 Alumni Directory in process and is due out in September; look for information for personal updates from Alumni Research, Inc. Call the alumni office for details.
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Col. Eric Boland Receives The Col. Lemuel Benton Award for Excellence in Patriotic Endeavors
Graduation weekend for Camden Military Academy not only recognized its cadets for outstanding grades, talents, and military prowess, it was a day that members of the South Carolina Society of the Sons of the American Revolution presented The Colonel Lemuel Benton Award for Excellence in Patriotic Endeavors. Colonel Eric Boland, headmaster of the academy, proudly accepted the award during the annual awards program that was held on Saturday, May 16, 2009. The award is presented annually to a person, SCSSAR Chapter, school, VFW, Color Guard, etc., that exhibits an almost daily dedication to excellence in patriotism. This is a leadership award that subscribes to the objects of the National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution, which are declared to be in part: Patriotic, Historic, and Educational. This award was also designed to galvanize the SCSSAR chapters by joint presentation, and must be made known to another SCSSAR Chapter in the area where the award is being given. The award consists of a framed document with a vignette of Washington and Tarleton Duel at Cowpens by William Ranney, courtesy of the South Carolina Senate, the poem, Im Your Flag by Ronald J. Horton, and a scriptural motto, St. Matthew 25:21. The award has lines left and right of a gold seal depicting the then new 1776 South Carolina seal with flashing, for the appropriate signatures: president, honored contributor Ronald J. Horton, chapter secretary, and the date. A recipient may only receive this award once and no medal is available. An executive committee comprised of former NSSAR officers and current chapter officers review a short list of prospective recipients generated by the awards committee. Colonel Boland was the chosen premier recipient of this award and recognized for his long history of outstanding leadership from Athletics Director to Headmaster at Camden Military Academy, a rare school whose patriotic format is inherent and clearly celebrated. According to Richard K. Johnson, of the National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution, In our eyes there is no finer calling, nor more important task, than dedicating ones life to preparing young boys to become confident, well educated young men.
SCSSAR members pictured above from (l-r) are Fred Kellogg, Jr. (Pee Dee V. President National Society SAR), Richard Johnson (President Col. Lemuel Benton Chapter), Rhett Adams (President Col. Joseph Kershaw Chapter), Doug Doster (SC State Society President), Col. Boland, Frank Lachicotte (Lowcountry VP), Ronald J. Horton (Past VP General NSSAR), and Miles Gardner (State Genealogist).
After my Marine Corps stint I attended Clemson for one year, ran out of funds and returned home to Miami, Florida to attend the university there. Before long I became a Cadet Major in the ROTC program. On commissioning, I entered the Air Force and remained for 30 years. When I started at Carlisle at 11 years of age, my life was shaped, and my value system established, during those next six years, but it was not then apparent to me. No part of my life was more influenced by any activity or series of events, like my life at Carlisle. I entered the Air Force with my ROTC commission in 1953. I had found my lifes work. It was, and is, a flying business, and my eyesight precluded pilot training, so I became a navigator. For the next 30 years there were unpredictable twists and turns, opportunities of various kinds. Got the essential masters degree, a stint at the Advanced Management Program at Harvard, attended professional schools, and served from the squadron level to the Joint Chiefs of Staff. AND, I assure you, I didnt have any more natural intelligence or magical skill set, than what I had when I left Bamberg, and what you will have when you leave Camden. What does this mean to the Camden graduating class of 2009? I hope it will illustrate that you may not realize the value, and your ability to capitalize, on the fine education you are now receiving, and the accumulative effect of your years in the Camden system. You are learning more than you know, a lot more than academics, and you are maturing in a disciplined environment, and receiving a Gift that you may appreciate immediately, or not for several years, but the payoff will be there. Carlisle and Camden, two great contributors to the lives of young men who are aware of the obvious differences of not going to school in their neighborhoods back home, but for whom the Gift looms large on their future horizons. With every good wish for your future success, Van C. Doubleday, Major General, USAF (Ret.) Carlisle, 1947
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PASS IN ReVIeW
William Thurlow gregory, Jr., CMS46, writes that Barbara and I are enjoying retirement on Wybon Plantation on Lake Marion and two golf courses, whats not to like? henry Bridges Ring, CA55, stopped by on his way to NJ. He has purchased property in FL and hopes to plan trips to the campus while going to and from each location. Wants to reach fellow classmates. He enjoyed seeing the campus and reminisced about Wayne Hamby. larry gause, CMS58, emailed fellow classmates on May 26, 2009 the following you guys know what date it is? Yep...51 years ago this date we all split up and went our own way...seems like we walked across that stage just a few months ago...I dont know what the rest of you did but I served in the USAF for eight got out went to work as field engineer for Philco-Ford (remember that name?) and worked overseas for about three years and finally got tired of that and came back and settled down in CA before coming back to FL. Well, anyway, here I am retired with nothing really to do. Just thought Id drop you a line, Im sure I didnt have to remind anyone of the date, huh? God Bless... Charles Nelson Bowers, Jr. CMS67, attended the 2009 Headmasters Golf Tournament in Camden. He was the lucky winner of a gas grill. Hes known David Green (CMA staff) through the National Guard Band. Hes on Johns Island, SC. William Andrew lamas, CMS71, was unable to make the reunion this year because of sickness. He was retaining fluid and swollen, but has since quit smoking, lost over 20 lbs, and dieting. So for all you smokers out there...QUIT!!!! (from his wife, Cathy) Wesley Richard hunt, CMS76, is retired SS1 from the Army and lives in Huntsville, AL, with his wife Rebecca. Wanted to make the reunion and get in touch with old classmates. henry Francis Barreda, CMA84, is with the postal service. Loves his home in Tampa, FL. Loved his life at CMA...one of the most pleasant in his life. emory Jarrod Johnson, CMA86, phoned in with new address. He works at Savannah River Site and is a part timer at the Fire Academy. Married to Cynthia and has 2 kids, Ryan 12, and Addi 7. Hopes to visit campus soon. lance Tyler Merriwether, CMA87, phoned in looking for classmates. Has a photography business in NJ. Hopes to visit the campus. David B. Stepp, CMA89, phoned with updated address. He works inside sales for Berry Plastics in GA. Has 3 yr old son and 5 yr old daughter. He asked about his old roommate, Will Rice, and his free safety football talents. Looks forward to visiting the campus. Robert W. harman, CMA94, is a special education teacher and wrestling coach at a high need school on the west side of Chicago. Married to wife Kelli, and expecting their first child. William Forrest Maxwell, CMA94, graduated from Frances Marion in Florence in 2001 with BS in business. He married Erin Carter in Pageland in Nov 2008. He works for Homeland Security and his wife is a geologist for Exxon-Mobil. Andrew S. hemphill, CMA04, graduated from East Carolina with BS in communications/public relations & sports study. Hes been with girlfriend, Molly, for 3 years. Cameron Presson, CMA08, is attending and loves Lees-McRae. His mother writes thanks for all your loving, disciplined help during his three years! CMA cadet, Keith garrison, a rising senior of the class of 2010, was chosen to attend the Naval Academy Summer Seminar this summer. He was among a select group of approximately 2,250 young men and women from around the nation and world. The seminar is a fast-paced, six-day experience for high achievers who have completed their junior year in high school and are considering applying for admission to the Academy after graduation. The participants will be exposed to life at the Naval Academy, where academics, athletics, and professional training play equally important roles in developing our nations leaders.
On behalf of the Carlisle Military School Alumni, I want to thank the faculty, staff, and corps of cadets of CMA for the effort and hospitality placed in making us feel at home during our reunion April 24-25, 2009. We salute you for allowing us a place to fall in once more and form a company of diminishing brothers. And we hope that the words written on the bronze plaque at the base of the parade field flag pole inspire each of us to support Camden Military Academy. With these efforts, we will always have a host Alma Mater to call home. (Written to the
alumni office from Gene Cone, Chairman CMS Reunion Committee)
This year we fished out of Mt. Pleasant, SC. It was Gary King, Danny Bledsoe, me, Terry Parker, Mike Couch, and Johnny Mullis. We left out at 5 AM, fished for 5 hours and then returned. We caught 33 Dolphin up to about 25 pounds! Johnny Mullis won the pool for guessing the total number of fish landed. Needless to say it was a GREAT TIME and we will return to Mt. Pleasant for the next one. We fished aboard the AGGRESSOR, a 60 foot custom sportfishing yacht. Arnie Levine (CMA 71).
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Col. Jesus Eduardo Hernandez Y. Alvarez, Lexington, KY, CMS30 Benjamin Josselson, Jr., Yemassee, SC, CMS39 Ray Alton Corbitt, Baldwin, MO, CMS49 James Reed Wilson, Statesboro, GA, CMS49 LTC Frank K. Radspinner, Graford, TX, CMS51 Lester William Price, Asheboro, NC, CA55 Ronnie Mcleer Clindon, N. Charleston, SC, CMS57 Charles Robert Hough, Simpsonville, SC, CMS58 Jerry Inman Sammons, Savannah, GA, CMS58 Marcus Frederick Rogers, Butner, NC, CMA61 Richard Allen Boyd, Rincon, GA, CMS73 Jack Edward Lagrand, Waldo, FL, CMA75 Thomas Chandler Bass, Columbia, SC, CMS76 Christopher Marcus Hevey, Desert Hot Springs, CA, CMA87 STG3 Andrew Webb Niemeyer, Jacksonville, FL, CMA01
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Carlisle Reunion parade highlights include honoring Silver Star Recipient, Bill Hamilton (CMS40) as oldest to attend the reunion, along with Brad Blazek (CMA99) and his wife, Terri, as an honorary member of Carlisle Military School. Gloe Watson and her family were presented a picture that is now displayed in Jim Watsons classroom in memory of his service as a faculty member of both Carlisle and Camden. In the picture (l-r) Colonel Boland, Chris Watson, Gloe Watson and daughter Heather, LTC Armstrong, Banks Scarborough, Col. Lanning Risher, Bill Hamilton, Terri and Brad Blazek.
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The Camden Gift (A letter to CMA cadets by Maj. Gen. Van Doubleday) This is a brief story of an 11 year old kid who went to Carlisle; and it changed his life. The same can, and might well apply, to a young guy now attending Camden. The Carlisle story begins in 1941, when I arrived in Bamberg, and ends in 1947 when I graduated at the age of 17. Bet you did not know that in those years the State of South Carolina only had 11 grades of school, not 12! For the six years I was there, I was not remotely aware of the Gift I was getting from the Colonel James Franklin Risher Education System. I was the most ordinary student you could imagine. Average in classes, discipline, sports, and in cadet, or military accomplishment. In each of my years I knew, as do you, who the cadets are that are the leaders, who mature early, and seem to have a vision of what they want to do with their lives. They are invariably disciplined, smart, good students, and self-assured. They demonstrate consistent leadership qualities, and become the leaders of the cadet corps. We are somewhat in awe of them. We find them intimidating, but we are glad that they are there to lead those of us who have not matured and have no clue regarding what their lifes work may be. I assure you, however, I was a happy cadet in the Carlisle environment and truly enjoyed my six years there. In my first two years I was a sub-freshman. About a dozen of us were in this group. We took all of their classes from one instructor, Captain John Paul Patton, without question the finest teacher I ever had. But, his contribution to my life is another whole story. Let me make my point about the Carlisle Gift by comparing myself with Mr. Banks Scarborough, a consistent and major benefactor to both schools. Banks was two years ahead of me, but he was one of the early in age high achievers I reference above. We all knew that Banks, successful then, would be hugely successful in life. He must have been 18 going on 26 when he accepted his diploma and you could just wait for his achievements in life to become evident. He never disappointed. He received the Carlisle Gift very early and never wasted an hour implementing it. Back to me. I had no funds to attend the Citadel, the great passion of my life, as many of my classmates did. So, I worked for a year (a laborer), then joined the Marines. Carlisle had prepared me well for that exercise, as I went thru Parris Island in a breeze. When it came time to re-enlist, I chose not to. Instead, I decided that I would get an ROTC commission and enter the Air Force. NOW, the Carlisle Gift kicked in, and not a minute too soon. What I had learned in my six years in Bamberg about discipline, self-reliance, leadership, and commitment came to the surface. Every Sunday speech by Col. Risher began to resonate in my head, and heart, apparently, and the school motto, Carlisle Develops Manly Men, had begun to take its place in my life. (continued on page 10)