Chris Forbes

The Foreign Area Officer Association (FAOA) is the professional organization for active duty, reserve, retired, and former FAOs, Attachés and Security Cooperation officers, and other defense language and international affairs experts, as well as corporate supporters. FAOA is organized for educational, professional, fraternal, and social purposes, as well as promoting esprit-de-corps and networking among past and present FAOA members and the FAO, Attaché, and defense international affairs… Show more

The Foreign Area Officer Association (FAOA) is the professional organization for active duty, reserve, retired, and former FAOs, Attachés and Security Cooperation officers, and other defense language and international affairs experts, as well as corporate supporters. FAOA is organized for educational, professional, fraternal, and social purposes, as well as promoting esprit-de-corps and networking among past and present FAOA members and the FAO, Attaché, and defense international affairs communities. FAOA publishes the peer-reviewed FAOA Journal of International Affairs, sponsors distinguished speaker events relevant to the FAO discipline, intelligence, and international affairs; conducts networking happy hours known as "FAOs on Tap" throughout the year; and has a scholarship program and FAOA Academic Awards program at all of the Professional Military Education schools and other defense and national level institutes (NPS, NDU, JFSC, NIU). FAOA also helps preserve the history and tradition of this critical career specialty, through our research program and support to the FAO Heritage Display and Hall of Fame at the Pentagon. Show less

The American Legion was chartered and incorporated by Congress in 1919 as a patriotic veterans organization devoted to mutual helpfulness. It is the nation’s largest wartime veterans service organization, committed to mentoring youth and sponsorship of wholesome programs in our communities, advocating patriotism and honor, promoting strong national security, and continued devotion to our fellow servicemembers and veterans. Hundreds of local American Legion programs and activities strengthen… Show more

The American Legion was chartered and incorporated by Congress in 1919 as a patriotic veterans organization devoted to mutual helpfulness. It is the nation’s largest wartime veterans service organization, committed to mentoring youth and sponsorship of wholesome programs in our communities, advocating patriotism and honor, promoting strong national security, and continued devotion to our fellow servicemembers and veterans. Hundreds of local American Legion programs and activities strengthen the nation one community at a time. American Legion Baseball is one of the nation’s most successful amateur athletic programs, educating young people about the importance of sportsmanship, citizenship and fitness. The Operation Comfort Warriors program supports recovering wounded warriors and their families, providing them with "comfort items" and the kind of support that makes a hospital feel a little bit more like home. The Legion also raises millions of dollars in donations at the local, state and national levels to help veterans and their families during times of need and to provide college scholarship opportunities. The American Legion is a nonpartisan, not-for-profit organization with great political influence perpetuated by its grass-roots involvement in the legislation process from local districts to Capitol Hill. Legionnaires’ sense of obligation to community, state and nation drives an honest advocacy for veterans in Washington. The Legion stands behind the issues most important to the nation's veterans community, backed by resolutions passed by volunteer leadership. The American Legion’s success depends entirely on active membership, participation and volunteerism. The organization belongs to the people it serves and the communities in which it thrives. Show less

Mission The mission of the National Infantry Association® is to support the Chief of Infantry and the entire U.S. Army Infantry Branch (the only organization with this primary function); to share the camaraderie of like minded soldiers and citizens who believe in maintaining the Infantry spirit; to recognize, through our awards program, outstanding Infantrymen and Infantry supporters; and to preserve the Infantry heritage through support of the National Infantry Museum and Soldier Center at… Show more

Mission The mission of the National Infantry Association® is to support the Chief of Infantry and the entire U.S. Army Infantry Branch (the only organization with this primary function); to share the camaraderie of like minded soldiers and citizens who believe in maintaining the Infantry spirit; to recognize, through our awards program, outstanding Infantrymen and Infantry supporters; and to preserve the Infantry heritage through support of the National Infantry Museum and Soldier Center at Patriot Park. Show less

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The US Army War College educates and develops leaders for service at the strategic level while advancing knowledge in the global application of Landpower. The purpose of US Army War College at this time in our Nation's history is to produce graduates from all our courses who are skilled critical thinkers and complex problem solvers in the global application of Landpower. Concurrently, it is our duty to the Army to also act as a "Think Factory" for Commanders and Civilian Leaders at the… Show more

The US Army War College educates and develops leaders for service at the strategic level while advancing knowledge in the global application of Landpower. The purpose of US Army War College at this time in our Nation's history is to produce graduates from all our courses who are skilled critical thinkers and complex problem solvers in the global application of Landpower. Concurrently, it is our duty to the Army to also act as a "Think Factory" for Commanders and Civilian Leaders at the strategic level worldwide and routinely engage in discourse and debate on ground forces' role in achieving national security objectives. Show less

The 101st Airborne Division Association was formed on the fields of Europe in May of 1945 by World War II Screaming Eagles who wanted to ensure all those who fought wearing the Screaming Eagle patch would not lose touch with each other. It is a non-political, non-sectarian, non-profit soldier’s and veteran’s fraternity. We have chapters around the country who have their own Gathering of Eagles each month. Thousands of men and women have served with the Army’s famed 101st Airborne Division… Show more

The 101st Airborne Division Association was formed on the fields of Europe in May of 1945 by World War II Screaming Eagles who wanted to ensure all those who fought wearing the Screaming Eagle patch would not lose touch with each other. It is a non-political, non-sectarian, non-profit soldier’s and veteran’s fraternity. We have chapters around the country who have their own Gathering of Eagles each month. Thousands of men and women have served with the Army’s famed 101st Airborne Division since it was activated in 1942 at Camp Claiborne, Louisiana and these soldiers have served in many places around the world. These places might have been stateside for training, in England, France, Holland, or Germany during World War II, or somewhere in Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia from 1965 until the division returned to the states in 1972. Many other soldiers have served with the division more recently in Saudi Arabia, Afghanistan and Iraq, Somalia, Bosnia, Haiti and the Sinai. Fort Campbell, Kentucky has been the division’s home for many years and will continue to be the National Headquarters for years to come. Anyone who has been assigned or attached to the 101st Airborne Division anytime, anywhere, is eligible membership in the Association. There are currently more than 7,000 men and women on our active membership rolls. Friends of Eagles who have not served with the Division are also eligible for Associate membership. Being a member helps preserve and strengthen friendships through annual reunions, chapter activities, and our quarterly magazine, the Screaming Eagle. You become part of all the great things we do and represent like our Screaming Eagle Foundation. The Foundation offers scholarships totaling upwards of $50,000 a year to family members of our members dating back to WWII. Show less

https://fortcampbell.com/ The Fort Campbell Historical Foundation is a public, non-profit, 501(c)3 educational foundation (Form 990) established in 1992 to support the development of the Don F. Pratt Memorial Museum at Fort Campbell, Kentucky. In addition to the Don F. Pratt Memorial Museum, the Foundation is committed to a multi-million dollar fundraising effort to construct the Wings of Liberty Military Museum, America’s only Museum of Patriotism. The mission of the Wings of Liberty museum… Show more

https://fortcampbell.com/ The Fort Campbell Historical Foundation is a public, non-profit, 501(c)3 educational foundation (Form 990) established in 1992 to support the development of the Don F. Pratt Memorial Museum at Fort Campbell, Kentucky. In addition to the Don F. Pratt Memorial Museum, the Foundation is committed to a multi-million dollar fundraising effort to construct the Wings of Liberty Military Museum, America’s only Museum of Patriotism. The mission of the Wings of Liberty museum is to… HONOR Preserving the legacy of servicemen and women who served in peace and war deserves to be recorded for history. Drawing on the heritage of those who served at Fort Campbell, Wings of Liberty will be a tribute to the soldier patriot who served to protect those freedoms enjoyed by all Americans today. The museum seeks to remind each visitor that these heroes are not just soldiers; they are sons, daughters, husbands, and wives who have accomplished extraordinary feats. EDUCATE To understand military service, we will teach our youth tradition, courage, leadership, values, character, a love of country, and all things so important to the long-range security of our nation. Through a unique learning experience, the museum will seek to educate young and old, and build a bridge between the military and civilian communities. INSPIRE Patriotism has meanings as individual as those who speak the word. Our vision is to inspire each visitor to leave with a renewed commitment to our country, our way of life, and the sacrifice and cost of freedom. Preserving America’s patriotism is the best way to ensure future generations liberties. Show less

The Association of the United States Army is a nonprofit educational and professional development association serving America’s Army and supporters of a strong national defense. AUSA provides a voice for the Army, supports the Soldier, and honors those who have served in order to advance the security of the nation. OUR MISSION The Association of the United States Army is a nonprofit educational and professional development association serving America’s Total Army, our Soldiers, Army civilians… Show more

The Association of the United States Army is a nonprofit educational and professional development association serving America’s Army and supporters of a strong national defense. AUSA provides a voice for the Army, supports the Soldier, and honors those who have served in order to advance the security of the nation. OUR MISSION The Association of the United States Army is a nonprofit educational and professional development association serving America’s Total Army, our Soldiers, Army civilians, and their families; our industry partners, and supporters of a strong national defense. AUSA provides a voice for the Army, supports the Soldier, and honors those who have served in order to advance the security of the nation. AUSA educates its members, the public, industry, and Congress about the critical nature of land warfare and the Army’s central role in national defense. AUSA informs its members, our communities, and Congress about issues affecting America’s Army and the Soldiers who serve in the Regular Army, Army National Guard, and Army Reserve. AUSA connects the Army to the American people at the national, regional, and chapter levels. OUR VISION As the premier voice for America's Soldiers, we are a dedicated team committed to building the best professional and representative association for the world's best Army. Show less