West Point Society of DC and the National Capital Region

06/15/2026

There are two Joint Service Academy Business Mixers this week. First, on Tuesday June 16 we will have the Monthly Mixer at the Fairfax Army Navy Club hosted by Joe Ruzicka, USNA ‘96

Then on Thursday, June 18th, 23 will host a happy hour at Upside on Moore - 1700 N Moore St, Level M2, Arlington, VA 22209

06/15/2026

On Saturday June 13th, the WPSDC Alum Glee Club sang at the Fairfax at Belvoir Woods at a dinner to celebrate the Army's 251st birthday. The songs from WW2 were a big hit, with the audience singing along.
Three members of the class of 85, Meg Roosma,
Paul Dinkel and David Hendrickson joined Lorraine and and Michael Parrish in taking a photo with Connie Franklin, the widow of our comm during Plebe year, Joe Franklin '55.

06/15/2026

Mission of Hope was created to celebrate one of West Point's time-honored traditions. Whether you had to spin the spurs as a final effort to survive academics, or you just love all things West Point, this print is now available for you to order today.

Limited-edition prints start at $125. Contact David Shirley, '96, at https://missionofhopeprint.com to order.

06/12/2026

On June 8, a select Washington D.C. audience was treated to a special advance screening of the upcoming World War II film by Rod Lurie ’84, Lucky Strike, based on true events during the Battle of the Bulge in 1944.

Lurie, the acclaimed director of The Outpost and The Contender, gave a short talk prior to the show and was jointed by star Scott Eastwood, producer/co-writer Marc Frydman, and producer/star Jonathan Yunge after the show for for a Q&A panel hosted by his classmate Randy Lee

But the highlight of the evening was the guest of honor, COL (R) Herb Stern ’41, USMA’s oldest living graduate at 107 years young. Stern received two standing ovations prior to the screening, after Lurie described his actions as the acting commander of the 325th Field Artillery Battalion in December 1944 in the Battle of the Bulge. Stern received the Silver Star for his actions.

06/09/2026

The Maxwell Taylor award, sponsored by the West Point Society of DC, was awarded to Cadet Candidate Isaak Esquivel during grad week festivities.

The award recognizes the overall number-one ranking Cadet Candidate in the USMAPS battalion and honors General Maxwell D. Taylor—the 40th Superintendent of West Point and a legendary commander of the 101st Airborne Division during World War II. He was a frequent, informal visitor to the USMAPS classrooms, historically taking a vested interest in the development of prep school students

06/05/2026

Join other Old Grads this coming Monday June 8, from 6 to 8 PM, at the national archives for a viewing of Lucky Strike, a movie of the World War II Battle of the Bulge.

West Point’s oldest old grad, COL (R) Herb Stern ‘41 will be in attendance.

Tickets can be purchased for $15 at this link:

Lucky Strike tells the story of a wounded American soldier who fights to survive behind enemy lines in Battle of the […]

06/02/2026

Just to let everyone know, we have until the end of this week for any last minute ticket request for the O's game on June 28th. To sweeten the deal the next 5 people who sign up will get an Al Bumbry (O's 1993 Rookie of the year) autographed baseball!!! Plus, the Orioles are only 1 game out of the Wild Card spot as of this writing. What more could you ask for? How about a parking pass? I have 2 of those for whoever brings the most guests to the game. (Right now that is Sean Deaton who doesn't own a car!).

For those who have paid me, thanks, I will be getting tickets out to everyone soon. If you haven't paid please let me know if you need an alternative to Venmo."

To purchase tickets please call or email Ron Garrison '76, 920-809-3455, [email protected] and send payment to Ron's venmo account: -rongarrison

05/23/2026

Due to cold rainy weather, the NOVA Rab rouser get together planned for tomorrow Saturday May 23 is rescheduled to June 27 @ 3:30 PM

05/19/2026

Calling all Army Rabble Rousers — it’s time to get the crew back together!

We’re planning a fun get-together and would love to see as many familiar faces as possible. Whether it’s been a few years or a few decades, you’re part of the squad.

Join us this Saturday, May 23rd 3:30 PM at
The Winery at Bull Run

Come hang out, swap stories, and raise a glass to the Black & Gold. Feel free to bring spouses, kids, and anyone else — the more the merrier.

More details + RSVP here:
https://www.facebook.com/events/2225644738178994/

If you’re not on Facebook, you can RSVP directly to Betty (“Bee”) Myrthil at [email protected].