Coming Events
2010 Upcoming Events
unless otherwise indicated, all events are held at The Barksdale Club
(formerly Officers' Club)
** Board meetings are held at 1200 hrs at the Barksdale Club.
unless otherwise indicated, all events are held at The Barksdale Club(formerly Officers' Club)
** Board meetings are held at 1200 hrs at the Barksdale Club.
Our Goals
- To inculcate and stimulate love of our country and the flag;
- To defend the honor, integrity, and supremacy of our National Government and the Constitution of the United States;
- To advocate military forces adequate to the defense of our country;
- To foster fraternal relations between all branches of the various services from which our members are drawn;
- To aid active and retired personnel of the various services from which our members are drawn, and their dependents and survivors, in every proper and legitimate manner;
- To represent their rights and interests when Service matters are under consideration;
- To promote the welfare of the Ark-La-Tex Chapter members.
Our Awards
- Outstanding Chapter
- Outstanding Newsletter
- Chapter of the Year
- 5-Star Chapter
President's Message
Personal Affairs Guide
Personal Affairs Workbook and Survivor Guide to Benefits
This is the Personal Affairs/Survivors Guide you have been waiting for!
Hours of research by both Col Steve dePyssler, USAF (Ret), Director, Barksdale Retiree Activities Office and CMSgt Herman Nock, USAF (Ret), Volunteer, Retiree Activities Office, have columinated in what is, arguably, the best product of it's kind to be found anywhere. The guide is provided in PDF format.
[Note: You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader to view the Personal Affairs/Survivors Guide. If you do not already have Adobe Reader on your computer, it can be dowloaded (for free) by following this link. Under 'Download Notes', uncheck Free McAfee Security Scan (optional) and finally, click the 'Download' button.]
This is the Personal Affairs/Survivors Guide you have been waiting for!
Hours of research by both Col Steve dePyssler, USAF (Ret), Director, Barksdale Retiree Activities Office and CMSgt Herman Nock, USAF (Ret), Volunteer, Retiree Activities Office, have columinated in what is, arguably, the best product of it's kind to be found anywhere. The guide is provided in PDF format.
[Note: You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader to view the Personal Affairs/Survivors Guide. If you do not already have Adobe Reader on your computer, it can be dowloaded (for free) by following this link. Under 'Download Notes', uncheck Free McAfee Security Scan (optional) and finally, click the 'Download' button.]
Fly the Flag
Honor & Respect for Old Glory
[and all other days as may be proclaimed by the President of the United States, the birthdays of States (date of admission) and on State holidays.]
- January
- 1st. New Year's Day
- 20th Inaguration Day
- 3rd Mon. M.L.K Jr's Birthday
- February
- 12th Lincoln's Birthday
- 3rd Mon. Washington's Birthday
- March/April
- variable Easter
- May
- 2nd Sun. Mother's Day
- 3rd Sat. Armed Forces Day
- Last Mon. Memorial Day
[half staff 'til noon]
- June
- 14th Flag Day
- 3rd Sun. Father's Day
- September
- 1st Mon. Labor Day
- 11th Patriot Day
- 17th Constitution Day
- October
- 2nd Monday Columbus Day
- November
- 11th Veterans Day
- 4th Thurs. Thanksgiving Day
- December
- 7th Pearl Harbor Day
- 25th Christmas Day
[and all other days as may be proclaimed by the President of the United States, the birthdays of States (date of admission) and on State holidays.]
100 Top Military Photos
This is a collection of the Top 100 Military Photographs.
Our chapter first used this at the Louisiana Veterans Honor Medal Awards Luncheon, held on 10 March 2009 at Hoban Hall on Barksdale AFB. The presentation comes from Military Times Publishing Company insert to the 25 Sept 2000 issues of Army/Navy/AF Times. Many people in attendance at the luncheon wanted to see the photos again, so we decided to include it on our website. The luncheon was co-hosted by the ArkLaTex Chapter of MOAA and Col Steve dePyssler was the organizer.
Read the story, "Governor, state recognizes Louisiana veterans", about the Louisiana Veterans Honor Medal Awards on the Barksdale AFB website.
Enjoy!
[Note: The presentation of the 100 Top Military Photos is in Powerpoint format. Therefore, you will need the Free PowerPoint Viewer to view the presentation, which can be downloaded by following this link.
Our chapter first used this at the Louisiana Veterans Honor Medal Awards Luncheon, held on 10 March 2009 at Hoban Hall on Barksdale AFB. The presentation comes from Military Times Publishing Company insert to the 25 Sept 2000 issues of Army/Navy/AF Times. Many people in attendance at the luncheon wanted to see the photos again, so we decided to include it on our website. The luncheon was co-hosted by the ArkLaTex Chapter of MOAA and Col Steve dePyssler was the organizer.
Read the story, "Governor, state recognizes Louisiana veterans", about the Louisiana Veterans Honor Medal Awards on the Barksdale AFB website.
Enjoy!
[Note: The presentation of the 100 Top Military Photos is in Powerpoint format. Therefore, you will need the Free PowerPoint Viewer to view the presentation, which can be downloaded by following this link.
Contact Us
Address:
MOAA
Ark-La-Tex Chapter
P.O. Box 134
Barksdale AFB, LA 71110-0134
1.318.456.4480 [local]
1.866.544.2412 [toll free]
Officers, Directors and other important numbers can be found here.
MOAA
Ark-La-Tex Chapter
P.O. Box 134
Barksdale AFB, LA 71110-0134
1.318.456.4480 [local]
1.866.544.2412 [toll free]
Officers, Directors and other important numbers can be found here.
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MOAA - One Organization for Every Officer, at Every Stage
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his website is the online voice of the Ark-La-Tex Chapter of MOAA, headquartered at Barksdale AFB, Louisiana and is a supplement to our monthly newsletter, The Military Officer. Thank you for visiting.
The Military Officers Association of America is an association of officers, just like you. We understand the needs and concerns of officers and their families. We are here to help you meet those needs and life`s challenges along the way.
Year after year, MOAA successfully defends the interests of all military personnel, advances their cause within DoD and on Capital Hill, and provides a host of vital resources and benefits that serve the needs of officers and their families. As the most powerful organization of its kind, only MOAA has the influence and expertise to make your voice heard and provide the services and resources you need to improve the quality of life for you and your family.
When you joined the military, you became part of something bigger. The bonds you forge stay with you throughout your life. The same is true with MOAA. When you become a member, you are joining a community of officers who share a sense of camaraderie and patriotism that lasts a lifetime.
The benefits of belonging to an organization that is fighting for your rights, helps to ease the transition to new careers, shields you from the rising costs of insurance, guides you through life's challenges, keeps you informed, and makes higher education a reality.
Join the one military association that is with you every step of the way . . . serving your needs and fighting for your rights. Whether you are deployed overseas, making the transition to a second career or grappling with your retirement benefits, the Military Officers Association of America is on your side for life.
For 75 years, MOAA has been serving those who serve their country. With nearly 370,000 members from every branch of the service, including active duty, retirees, Guard and Reserve officers, and their families, we are proud to be the country's largest and most influential officers association.
On-line edition of The Military Officer, the chapter's award-winning monthly newsletter. [Note: You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader to view the on-line edition of the newsletter. If you do not already have Adobe Reader on your computer, it can be dowloaded (for free) by following this link. Under 'Download Notes', uncheck Free McAfee Security Scan (optional) and finally, click the 'Download' button.]
The Military Officers Association of America is an association of officers, just like you. We understand the needs and concerns of officers and their families. We are here to help you meet those needs and life`s challenges along the way.
Year after year, MOAA successfully defends the interests of all military personnel, advances their cause within DoD and on Capital Hill, and provides a host of vital resources and benefits that serve the needs of officers and their families. As the most powerful organization of its kind, only MOAA has the influence and expertise to make your voice heard and provide the services and resources you need to improve the quality of life for you and your family.
When you joined the military, you became part of something bigger. The bonds you forge stay with you throughout your life. The same is true with MOAA. When you become a member, you are joining a community of officers who share a sense of camaraderie and patriotism that lasts a lifetime.
The benefits of belonging to an organization that is fighting for your rights, helps to ease the transition to new careers, shields you from the rising costs of insurance, guides you through life's challenges, keeps you informed, and makes higher education a reality.
Join the one military association that is with you every step of the way . . . serving your needs and fighting for your rights. Whether you are deployed overseas, making the transition to a second career or grappling with your retirement benefits, the Military Officers Association of America is on your side for life.
For 75 years, MOAA has been serving those who serve their country. With nearly 370,000 members from every branch of the service, including active duty, retirees, Guard and Reserve officers, and their families, we are proud to be the country's largest and most influential officers association.
On-line edition of The Military Officer, the chapter's award-winning monthly newsletter. [Note: You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader to view the on-line edition of the newsletter. If you do not already have Adobe Reader on your computer, it can be dowloaded (for free) by following this link. Under 'Download Notes', uncheck Free McAfee Security Scan (optional) and finally, click the 'Download' button.]