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It's official, DD-214's are NOW Online. Please pass onto other vets.
The National Personnel Records Center (NPRC) has provided the following
website for veterans to gain access to their DD-214's online:
http://vetrecs.archives.gov/
Submitted by Francis Mullins 091022
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Wartime Service Bonus
What is the Wartime Service Bonus?
The Connecticut General Statutes Section 27-61a provides for a
wartime service bonus, given to current and former members of the
Connecticut National Guard for serving on active duty on or after
September 11, 2001.
Who is eligible?
There
are three requirements that the applicant must meet in order to
eligible for the WSB.
- The individual is a current member or a veteran of the Connecticut National Guard.
- The member was activated on or after September 11, 2001 for a period of 90 consecutive days or more.
- If the individual was discharged, the conditions of the discharge must be honorable or due to injuries sustained in the line of duty.
How much can I receive?
Soliders and
Airmen of the Connecticut National Guard can receive $50.00 per
month for every month of active duty served.
If a service member serves on active duty, but
does not
serve in a combat zone, the maximum lifetime benefit is $500.00
(10 months).
If a service member serves on active duty and
does
serve in a combat zone as designate
by the President of the United States , the maximum lifetime
benefit is $1,200.00 (24 months).
How do I apply?
The
candidate will need to complete an application form (Form CTMD
CZP 5-1) and provide proof of having served on active duty.
If applying for the higher maximum amount, proof of
having deployed to an area designated as a combat zone by the
President of the United States will also be required.
The most common and effective form of proof is a DD214 that
specifically states the dates having served on active duty and
the dates during which the member was deployed to the combat
zone. Applications can be obtained by calling (860)
524-4910.
State of Connecticut, Wartime Service Bonus, 360
Broad Street, Hartford, CT 06105-3706
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The
American Legion
National Headquarters, Indianapolis,
IN
From the Office of The National Commander .... !
Mr. FRANCIS W.
MULLINS has been appointed
Vice Chairman, Distinguished Guests Committee
" It is my pleasure to appoint you to serve in the
above capacity
as confirmed by the National Executive Committee
at its meeting in Indianapolis on October 15-16, 2008."
" ... I am honored to have you on the team this
year.
Thank you for your dedication and willingness to serve."
DAVID K. REHBEIN, National Commander
Mr. Richard
Blumenthal, CT Attorney General
has also been appointed
Vice Chairman, Distinguished Guests Committee.
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OUR OWN Ed Pelkey ... !
Southington --- Individuals and organizations that serve the community in diverse ways shared the spotlight Thursday night, June 5th, 2008, at the 119th annual dinner meeting hosted by the Greater Chamber of Commerce. Those called to the dais at the Aqua Turf Club in Plantsville included an accountant, a group of surgeons, a television newscaster, a former bookbinder turned photographer, and a place for "great chicken in a shady area by a flowing brook."
The "Volunteer of the Year Award" was presented to lifetime Bristol resident Edward Pelkey, a retired bookbinder and Korean War veteran. Pelkey is active in local veterans activities and at the Bristol Senior Center, earning the nickname "Digital Ed" for his volunteer photography at chamber and community events. by Bill Sarno, Bristol Press Staff
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Everyday Heroes: Henry Raymond
Man Brings Recognition To Veterans
November 16, 2007
BRISTOL, Conn. --
A Connecticut veteran has made it
his mission to bring recognition to others who have served in the U.S.
armed forces. Henry
Raymond began his military
career during World War II,
serving as a member of the Maine State Guard. "I was 17 years old in
1943 when I went in," he said. Raymond later served in both the
Connecticut State Guard and the Army Reserve, retiring from his military
career 20 years ago at age 60. However, Raymond came out of
retirement at age 80 and
re-enlisted as part of the military honor guard. Every veteran is
entitled to a military funeral. That's what we provide," Raymond said.
"We had to enlist in the Connecticut State Guard and Reserve." The
honor guard, formed by Raymond late last year, provides a three-gun
salute at the funeral of any honorably discharged veteran. Since
Jan. 12 of this year, I think I have 85 funerals," he said.
Raymond said that sometimes he performs two to three funerals in one
day. For the past two decades, Raymond has also been working to
help living veterans. He devotes his time to bring veterans in his car
to sign up for their
benefits," said Korean War
veteran Wilfred Lavoie. "It's very important because veterans don't know
sometimes that they have benefits coming to them." Raymond said he
helps veterans fill out applications for VA benefits. He also created a
memorial to veterans alongside Bristol's Memorial Drive. The path of
personalized bricks bears the names of veterans. Raymond also served for
39 years as a member of the volunteer Terryville Fire Department, and
helped create a new fire company years ago. If it wasn't for him, we
wouldn't have a firehouse up on Fall Mountain," said Connie Aubin, of
Terryville.
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State
Legion honors four from city:
The State of Connecticut American Legion recently
recognized four Bristol residents with awards, the most ever in the
city's history. "Its an honor to have the State American recognize one
nominee for an award, let alone four," Commander of Seicheprey Post 2
Jay Meisinger said. "We never expected this."
According to Meisinger, legion posts from throughout the state submit
nominees for various awards. The awards recently given out by the state
branch of American Legion were for accomplishments during 2006.
The William J. Ponfret Plaque for the American Legion Coach of the Year
was awarded to Spec Monico for leading Bristol's American
baseball team to the 2006 AL State Tournament championship.
Bristol Firefighter
Craig Henderson was named Firefighter
of the Year and awarded the John C. LaFontaine Plaque. Henderson was
also named Bristol Firefighter of the Year for 2006.
Bristol police Officer
Garrie Dorman was the named
recipient of the State American Legion Award for Law Enforcement Officer
of the Year. Dorman was also honored as Bristol Police Officer of the
Year 2006.
Mayoral candidate Art Ward was named Legionnaire of the Year.
"Mr. Ward has gone above and beyond being a legion member," Meisinger
said. A member of the American Legion for the last 39 years, Art Ward
said he is very proud to be recognized with the highest award given by
the State American Legion.
By Jacqueline Manning, The Bristol Press
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