Message from President:
Samuel O. Verdeja
Please register ASAP!
Due to logistics and security reasons, we must abide by the following and with no exceptions:
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After September 29th, no reduced special room rates for 1/1 Marines and guests at the Desoto Hotel.
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To attend Parris Island activities, and travel by our Chartered Bus, Marines and guests must be registered, and payment received by October 7th. If you travel to Parris Island on your own, you must register with the base and obtain a one-day guest pass.
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After September 29th, those that registered late will be able to attend all Reunion activities, except ride on bus to Parris Island, and be part of the scheduled Battalion Banquet Luncheon at Parris Island.
The 2023 Reunion scheduled in Savannah Georgia, November 1st , 2nd, and 3rd, will be a memorable and historical occasion. The Battalion Auction will include some very interesting and valuable items including:
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Vortex riflescopes
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"Once a Marine, Always a Marine" Handmade quilt
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Marines at Belleau Wood, mounted, unframed print
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USMC Ka-Bar
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Monolux M60 Spotting Scope with Tripod
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Original M1 Garand (fully functional rifle) from the Civilian Marksmanship Program
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Hawaiian Style Marine Emblems Shirt
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Embossed Denim Marine Emblem Vest
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Keurig Coffee Maker
These items are viewable on the Auction Page and we expect more items to be added in the coming weeks.
Although we continue to receive Reunion Registrations from Veterans and guests, it is important that we
receive your registration form ASAP. Please remember to mail in your registration fee once you fill out the forms online to avoid late fee payments. Payment for the reunion should then be sent to: 1st Bn 1st Marines, PO Box 131947, 2000 County Rd B2 W, St Paul, MN 55113. If you have any difficulties with registration please contact Bill Bahan at: wdbahan@gmail.com. Also please call the DeSoto Hotel at: (855)703-4655. Group Code: 2310MARINE and make your room reservations.
