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SUMMARY:Military History Book Club – July 2026
DESCRIPTION:Prestonwood CC\, 15909 Preston Road\, Dallas\, TX. \nPlease arrive by 7:30 am to order from the menu.  Breakfast is $15. \nDiscussion starts at 7:30 and ends at 9:00. \nThomas Woloszyn – Colonel Tom Woloszyn\, USA\, Ret. retired after a 30-year Army career and recently retired from the Department of the Army where his last assignment was the Civilian Deputy of Dugway Proving Ground\, Utah. Tom is a specialist in Nuclear\, Chemical\, Biological weapons Radiological Defense officer and an Army strategist. \nThere are many books on the Iraq war and on WMD-type issues\, but this is the first to offer a historical overview of chemical-biological defense issues and a policy analysis of how the U. S. government addresses the threat of weapons of mass destruction and how ground forces deal with the problem on the battlefield. Al Mauroni looks at how the 9/11 disaster forced the Department of Defense to review its management of chemical\, biological\, radiological\, and nuclear (CBRN) defense equipment and then make significant changes. He outlines in detail the government’s decision to invade Afghanistan and Iraq and search for WMDs. The fact that no such weapons were found\, the author explains\, has had dramatic consequences for how U.S. military forces address the use of nuclear\, biological\, and chemical weapons in Iraq and how they support the federal response to terrorist incidents involving these weapons at home. \nMauroni draws on two decades of experience in the area of chemical-biological defense policy to present this comprehensive analysis of the decision-making process within the Department of Defense and the actions of U.S. forces in the second Iraq War. Explaining that WMD is no longer a useful term for the threat faced by military leaders and emergency professionals\, he also outlines a number of lessons learned from the conflicts in the Middle East and offers recommendations on how to improve CBRN defense for the future. This book is published with the cooperation of the Association of the United States Army. of the invasion plan and its subsequent execution from D-Day in March 2003 until the change of command of operations in Iraq and the departure of Third Army in June 2003. \nRSVP to Bob Epstein at: macabee1948@gmail.com \n \n  \nPurchase Book on Amazon:
URL:https://afadallaschapter.org/events/military-history-book-club-july-2026/
LOCATION:Prestonwood CC\, 15909 Preston Road\, Dallas\, TX.
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SUMMARY:Military History Book Club – June 11\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:Expectation of Valor: Planning for the Iraq War\nPrestonwood CC\, 15909 Preston Road\, Dallas\, TX.\nPlease arrive by 7:30 am to order from the menu. Breakfast is $15.\nDiscussion starts at 7:30 and ends at 9:00.\n  \nThomas Woloszyn – Colonel Tom Woloszyn\, USA\, (Ret.) reOred aPer a 30-year Army career and recently reOred from the Department of the Army where his last assignment was the Civilian Deputy of Dugway Proving Ground\, Utah. Tom is a specialist in Nuclear\, Chemical\, Biological weapons Radiological Defense officer and an Army strategist.“Expecta)on of Valor is a master class in opera)onal planning and high-level staff work. It is a must-read for field grade officers and planners of all services. It also will reward any reader interested in the mechanics of large-scale conflict.” ― ARMY Magazine \nGiven the length of -me the United States spent in Iraq\, there is a percep-on that there was no considera-on before the war of what should be done a=er coali-on forces arrived in Baghdad and removed Saddam Hussein. However\, as this unofficial history reveals\, there was a great deal of planning to address how to achieve the policy objec-ves for Iraq set by the Bush administra-on. Kevin Benson—director of plans for the United States Third Army\, the ground forces command headquarters for GEN Franks’ Central Command\, at the start of the war— details the development of the invasion plan and its subsequent execu-on from D-Day in March 2003 un-l the change of command of opera-ons in Iraq and the departure of Third Army in June 2003. \nHe addresses the persistent trope that “the Army did no planning” for “Phase IV\,” revealing that extensive plans were proposed\, and were met with very little interest in Washington. The book covers the difficulties encountered in dealing with Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld\, from getting his approval on the number of forces requested to conducting the campaign to find the\n“smoking gun” of WMD; the instructions given to Army\, Marine and coalition forces; and the daily secure video teleconferences with Central Command and the Pentagon\, and the rather\nremarkable conversations and guidance that came from these meetings. \nRSVP to Bob Epstein at: macabee1948@gmail.com \nPurchase on Amazon: Expectation of Valor: Planning for the Iraq War
URL:https://afadallaschapter.org/events/military-history-book-club-june-11-2026/
LOCATION:Prestonwood CC\, 15909 Preston Road\, Dallas\, TX.
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SUMMARY:National Defense Briefing Series – Jun 2026
DESCRIPTION:Shootdown and Rescue of Basher 52\nTHE STORY OF SCOTT O’GRADY’S 6 DAYS ON THE GROUND IN BOSNIA\nSpeakers – Scott O’Grady and T.O. Hanford \nOn June 2\, 1995\, Captain Scott O’Grady’s F-16 was shot down over Bosnia during NATO Operation Deny Flight\, and for six days\, he evaded Serbian forces in a masterclass of survival. On June 8\, Captain T.O. Hanford\, nearing the limit of his fuel and defying orders to return to base\, flew his F-16 deep into hostile territory and picked up a faint radio call from O’Grady that sparked one of the most daring rescue operations in modern military history. \nOn the 31st anniversary of this epic rescue\, NDBS is honored to present a special program featuring both Scott O’Grady and T.O. Hanford in a rare joint appearance. While they have shared their perspectives individually over the years\, they rarely appear together to tell the full\, synchronized story of the pilot on the ground and the one in the air who refused to leave him behind.  We have also invited representatives of the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit\, who conducted the rescue operation\, for an unprecedented three-way discussion of this historic event.  
URL:https://afadallaschapter.org/events/national-defense-briefing-series-jun-2026/
LOCATION:Heritage Ranch Golf & Country Club\, 465 Scenic Ranch Cir\, McKinney\, TX 75069\, TX\, 75080\, United States
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SUMMARY:2026 2nd Quarter Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Cadets and military in uniform are free.\n  \nWe are honored to host as our luncheon speaker:\n  \nThe Honorable Robert Jordan \nAmbassador to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (2001-2003) \nGleneagles Country Club \n5401 W Park Blvd\, Plano\, TX \n  \nAmbassador Jordan serves as Diplomat in Residence and Professor of Practice at the John G. Tower Center for Political Studies at SMU.  \nHe served as U.S. Ambassador to Saudi Arabia\, 2001-2003\, where he led American efforts to maintain critical relations and combat terrorism in the immediate aftermath of the 9/11 attacks. \nHe is a former partner at Baker Botts L.L.P.\, where he headed the firm’s Middle East practice in Dubai and is a Life Member of the Council on Foreign Relations and a member of the Board of Governors of the Middle East Institute. \nHe is the author of the acclaimed memoir\, Desert Diplomat: Inside Saudi Arabia Following 9/11 and is a frequent commentator for major networks including CNN\, Fox News\, and MSNBC\, and a contributing columnist for the Dallas Morning News. \nBy popular demand we are returning to the excellent Gleneagles buffet\, which will open at 11 am. \n\nMixed Green Salad with Assorted Dressings and Condiments\nPasta Salad with Grilled Vegetables\nSlow-Smoked Beef Brisket with Molasses BBQ\nSauce Buttermilk Chicken Breast with Country Gravy\nRed Skin Mashed Potatoes\nSeasonal Vegetables\nIce Cream Sundae Bar\n\nCheck-in starts at 11:00\nBuffet opens at 11:30\nMeeting starts at 12:00\nDress: Business casual or military/cadet uniform \nPlease advise Mike Bofferding of any dietary restrictions. \nQuestions: Email John Campbell
URL:https://afadallaschapter.org/events/2026-2nd-quarter-meeting/
LOCATION:Gleneagles Country Club 5401 W Park Blvd\, Plano\, TX
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SUMMARY:National Defense Briefing Series (NDBS)
DESCRIPTION:The National Defense Briefing Series (NDBS)\nProfessional Insights for a Complex Global Landscape\nAbout NDBS : The Sam Johnson Chapter is proud to be a founding partner of the National Defense Briefing Series (NDBS)\, a premier quarterly program designed to bridge the gap between national security experts and the North Texas community. \nIn an era of Great Power Competition\, staying informed on global threats\, aerospace innovation\, and strategic defense policy is more critical than ever. The NDBS provides a high-level forum for civic leaders\, military professionals\, and concerned citizens to engage with the thinkers and doers shaping our nation’s future. \nOur Mission: Informing the Community\nThe NDBS operates as a unique collaborative. We partner with five distinct charitable organizations to ensure that 100% of the funds raised through this series are distributed to support veteran services\, STEM education\, and civic advocacy. \nWhat to Expect at an NDBS Event:\n\nExpert Keynotes: Hear from former intelligence directors\, retired General officers\, and leading aerospace engineers.\nStrategic Networking: Connect with over 1\,200 local members and corporate partners in the Dallas-Collin County area.\nActionable Intelligence: Gain insights into topics ranging from orbital debris (Kessler Syndrome) to the future of the B-21 Raider and global cyber defense.\n\nThe 2026-27 Briefing Series\nWe are currently planning our upcoming quarterly sessions. These events are the primary “Force Multiplier” for our chapter’s advocacy\, allowing us to: \n\nEducate the public on aerospace power.\nAdvocate for a technically superior workforce.\nSupport the total Air Force and Space Force family.\n\nExplore More & Get Involved\nTo view our upcoming schedule\, learn about our distinguished past speakers\, or find out how your organization can become a corporate sponsor\, visit the official NDBS website:\nVisit NDBSINC.ORG\n  \nPartner with Us\nAre you interested in aligning your business with the NDBS? We offer tiered sponsorship opportunities that provide high-visibility recognition within the Dallas professional community while directly supporting our five partner charities. \nFor sponsorship inquiries or registration details\, please contact: \nJohn H. Campbell President\, Sam Johnson Chapter (AFA) and Vice President\, NDBS\nMike Bofferding Treasurer Sam Johnson Chapter (AFA) and Treasurer\, NDBS
URL:https://afadallaschapter.org/events/national-defense-briefing-series-ndbs/
LOCATION:Heritage Ranch Golf & Country Club\, 465 Scenic Ranch Cir\, McKinney\, TX 75069\, TX\, 75080\, United States
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SUMMARY:Salute to the Doolittle Raiders
DESCRIPTION:On April 18\, 1942\, a small group of Army Air Forces aviators changed the momentum of World War II with a single\, audacious strike. Known as the Doolittle Raid\, this operation — launched from the deck of the USS Hornet — was the first U.S. air attack on Japan’s home islands. \nCome join us on April 17 as we join in a nation-wide toast to the Raiders with guest speaker General Dan “Raizin” Caine\, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.  We’ll supply the Hennessy Cognac and a commemorative Raiders shot glass.  Food is available to order. The webcast starts at 4:30\, so please be there by 4:15 \nWe are limited to 40 guests\, so please let us know you are planning on attending by emailing Dave Estep dave.estep@gmail.com.  This event is free but donations are appreciated if you’d like to contribute.   \n \nQuestions: Contact Dave Estep dave.estep@gmail.com
URL:https://afadallaschapter.org/events/doolittle-toast/
LOCATION:Armor Brewery 9\, Prestige Cir\, Allen\, TX\, TX\, United States
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