93rd BGA President's Message

Fall 2026

 

Hello Fellow 93rd Folks,

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We’re halfway through the summer and in full gear for the 93rd BGA Reunion, November 5-9! When you go to the website to register, please note the fun and interesting schedule we have set up. The Reunion Committee, headed by Dan Reilly, has worked hard to make sure it will be a memorable event for us all.

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Sadly, we lost our Membership Committee Director, Bryan Lampner this Spring. He led the committee for the last two years doing a great job with innovative ideas. He will be missed.

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Rob Vickerman has volunteered to head the Membership Committee as interim. He will also be on the slate for the upcoming term presented by the Nominating Committee. As a member of the committee Rob is well informed and full of ideas. Welcome aboard!

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The Nominating Committee is still looking for volunteers to fill the Recording Secretary position and the Ball of Fire Quarterly Express Editor job. Both are an excellent way to help fulfill our Mission Statement. “The 93rd BGA is dedicated to preserving the legacy of the men and women who served in the 93rd Bombardment Group, 8th Air Force

during WWII….”

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The BOF Editor position is excellent for someone with computer skills and likes to be part of member engagement. As our main communication device, the BOF is critical to keeping us informed and connected. It is also a job that could be shared to lighten the load.

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The Secretary position is also key to member engagement and the administration function of the organization. We record our Zoom meetings which offers the person doing the job a handy tool.

 

See the Nominating Committee Chair, Anne Pancella’s report for more information.

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Please consider volunteering for either of these important positions. Working with this organization is very rewarding.

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Warmly,

Jean Koznarek

President 93rd BGA