Michael Milne
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Michael Milne
760 Jumper Road
Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702-8033
717-825-7215 - OFFICE 717-825-8223
Veterans of the Vietnam War, Inc.
1980- present
When a, group of Vietnam, veterans met in
1978 to talk about their common
experiences, it became apparent that they shared more than just the fact
that they were veterans.
They all seemed to suffering from their war- time experiences - whether through unusual health problems, unusual mental problems, difficult
dealings with the-Veterans Administration, disrespectful attitudes from those who had served during other eras, as well as the difficulty of fitting
in with a society which had. not yet come to understand the uniqueness of
being ."Vietnam veterans".
This small group decided that an organization with a focus on the problems
of Vietnam veterans would serve to fill a much-needed gap in society, so the task of forming an organization began.
In 1980, at the age of 35, I became 100% disabled. This was, in itself
very difficult to deal with, and the fact that there were other veterans
out there experiencing some of the same difficulties, gave me the focus for
my time and energies - my employer as well as the VA said I could no longer
perform any worthwhile functions. Since everyone else in the small group
was still fortunate to be employed, I was the only one with the time
available to get this operation started.
From the incorporation of what was expected to become just a local
organization, to the now international organization that the Veterans of the
Vietnam War, Inc. was to become, I have been involved with veterans and
our issues.
Experience has been the best teacher to get accomplished what was
needed, and it makes it possible to feel a great sense of accomplishment
when I can help a veteran, the spouse of a deceased veteran, a child of a veteran or an incarcerated veteran get what they have earned.
I have served as the Executive Director of the Veterans of the Vietnam War,
Inc. from its beginning days and will continue in the position as long as
the National Board of Directors feels that I am making a viable contribution
to the issues and needs of veterans and their families or until my disabilities prevent me from continuing.
The expertise I have developed through experience in the areas of Agent Orange, POW/MIAs, PTSD, and incarcerated veterans has made it possible
to lead a small beginning organization to the position it holds.
I am privileged to be associated with the Veterans of the Vietnam War, Inc.
whose motto is - "Service Without Reward - Dedication to Brotherhood."
PUBLICATIONS
MICHAEL MILNE, EDITOR
THE VETERAN LEADER
A QUARTERLY PUBLICATION OF THE
VETERANS OF THE VIETNAM WAR, INC.
PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES
NATIONAL COMMANDER,
BOARD MEMBER,
VETERANS OF THE VIETNAM WAR, INC. |
John Nevelino
National Vice Commander
National Board Member
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Richard
M. Schlude
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Born & raised in
WIlkes-Barre, PA
Graduate of Hanover High School
Kings College, WIlkes-Barre, PA
Served in the US Army 1967-1970
Served in the First Signal Brigade, Vietnam 1969-1969
Life Member of American Legion
Life Member of VFW
Life Member of VVnW
National Treasurer VVnW
1981-1996; 1998- present
Self-employed-
Richard M Schlude EA (enrolled agent) Tax and Accounting Services
Married to the former Dawn C.
Jones
2 children - Richard Schlude
Kimberly Morales |
Michael
Ackerfeld
National Master Sgt.-At-Arms
Veteran Service Officer (VSO) |
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Michael
Ackerfeld
Sergeant, US Army 1969 -
1975
Vietnam, 1969-1970
198th L.I.B. 23rd Infantry Division
"The Americal Division"
LZ Bayonet
National Defense Service Medal
Vietnam Service Medal W/Four Bronze Stars
Vietnam Campaign Medal W/160 Device
The Army Commendation Medal
The Army Good Conduct Medal
The Army Meritorious Unit Commendation
THe Vietnam Cross of Gallantry W/Palm Leaf
The New York State Conspicuous Cross
Two Army Overseas Bars |
Nancy Verespy
National Executive Director
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Michael
T. Breighner
National Board Member
POW/MIA Issues
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Earl Corell
National Board Member
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Born in 1948, the fourth of
August, in Cincinnati, Ohio. Served in the United States Army from 1969 to
1971.
I am Married, my wifes name is Sonja.
High School - Western Hills - 1968
BA - University of Cincinnati - 1979
Department Manager Riemeler Lumber Co.
1974 -1984
Deputy Sheriff - Hamilton County Sheriff
Department 1984 - present
- 1980 formed first V.V.A. Chapter in the
State of Ohio.
- V.V.A. Chapter President 1982-1984
- 1981 conceived the idea for Cincinnati,
Ohio Vietnam Memorial dedicated in April 1984
- 1986 Post Commander Ohio Post # 3 Veterans
of the Vietnam War, Inc.
- 1987 to present National Board Member
Veterans of the Vietnam War, Inc.
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John
L. Matukewicz
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Born Pottsville, PA November 23,
1947
Graduated Schuylkill Haven High School 1965
Enlisted in United States Navy 1965
Served with Naval Support Activity Danang
Vietnam - June 1967 to June 1968
Honorable Discharge from the United States
Navy - June 1968
Life Member VVnW Post 29 Pottsville,
Pennsylvania
Volunteer and National Board Member since 1985
National Commander VVnW 1991 to 1994
Appointed to the board VVnW 1996
Member of American Legion Robert E. Baker
Post Schuylkill Haven, PA. |
John Spadea
National Board Member
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I am a member of Post PA-51,
dedicating my life to the worth of Vietnam Veterans.
I was born in Italy 1945
At the age of twelve, I came to America.
Drafted into the U.S. Army 1965
Served in Vietnam with Charlie Co. 2/28
"Big Red One" 1966 - 1967
Received a Bronze Star, and a letter of Commendation from my company
commander.
Became a member of Post PA-61, which I helped
to start 1989
Commander of Post PA-61 1990 - 1995, 1998 -
1999
Vice Commander of Post PA-61 1996-1997
Currently running for Poast PA-61 Commander in
the upcoming election.
Life member of the DAV and the VFW
Serving my second term as judge advocate with the VFW.
Member of the 28th Infantry Association.
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