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SUMMARY:Military History Book Club “Army History”
DESCRIPTION:Military History Book Club “Army History”\nSponsored by North Texas Audie Murphy Chapter The Audie Murphy Land Warfare Series \nPlease arrive by 7:30 AM\, to order from the menu. Breakfast is $15. Discussion begins at 7:30 and ends no later than 9:00 \nLTC (Ret) Carl D. Wiley: U.S. Army (Ret) & DoD Civil (Ret) – Moderator: \nCarl is a combat veteran of Desert Shield/Storm\, the Gulf War\, Operation Joint Endeavor\, Former Yugoslavia\, who retired from the Army as a Lieutenant Colonel and Government Civil Service after 40 years of service. He is a senior Army aviator with over 1000 hours in helicopters\, a paratrooper\, a cavalryman\, and a maintenance test pilot. He currently serves as the Second Vice-Commander for the Dallas – Military Order of World Wars chapter. Carl speaks on military history from World War I to the current day\, as well as selected topics on logistics and deployments—the Wiley’s live in McKinney\, TX. \nThe True Story of the Triple Nickles\, America’s First Black Paratroopers. Tanya Lee Stone presents an allinclusive picture of the men’s struggles to realize that democracy was as Americans are still working forward. The book underscores how the Triple Nickles served as a beautiful symbol of what we are as humans\, not just as American’s. Despite the indecencies directed toward them because of color\, the black paratroopers held rather to the decencies of people who honored their gifts of service to the nation despite color. \nRSVP: Bob Epstein\, macabee1948@gmail.com
URL:https://www.dallasmoww.org/calendar/military-history-book-club-army-history-2/
LOCATION:Prestonwood CC\, 15909 Preston Road\, Dallas\, TX\, 15909 Preston Road\, Dallas\, TX\, 75248\, United States
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SUMMARY:Patriot Club Breakfast Series
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URL:https://www.dallasmoww.org/calendar/patriot-club-breakfast-series-5/
LOCATION:Prestonwood CC\, 15909 Preston Road\, Dallas\, TX\, 15909 Preston Road\, Dallas\, TX\, 75248\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Caracas:20260106T054500
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SUMMARY:January 6th Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Daniel “Dan” Edelman retired as Chancellor at Montana State University\, Billings. His responsibilities included transforming and leading both a traditional university and a two-year community college. As a first-generation college student\, he strove to provide opportunities to veterans\, Native Americans\, and other underserved populations. He has helped countless students pursue their dreams. Serving in higher education for over 25 years\, other senior roles include Chief Financial Officer at the University of North Texas at Dallas and Associate Chief Academic Officer at East Texas A&M University. He is also a twice-tenured professor of accounting. Furthering his commitment towards public service\, he joined the US Department of Justice as a Forensic Financial Investigator\, immediately following 9/11. Additionally\, he was an entrepreneur with two businesses: one in public accounting and the other in finance. \nHe began his journey by enlisting in the US Army immediately after his seventeenth birthday. Trained in military intelligence\, he served as the Noncommissioned Officer in Charge\, S2\, 1st Military Intelligence Battalion\, 1st Infantry Division. During his second deployment to Europe during the Cold War\, he was seriously injured\, he left the service following three years on active duty. \nHe earned a bachelor’s degree in Business from Loyola University\, a Master of Science in Accounting degree\, and a Doctorate o Philosophy from the Illinois Institute of Technology. He earned five professional certifications (Certified Public Accountant\, Certified Fraud Examiner\, Certified in Financial Forensics\, Chartered Global Accountant\, and Certified Information Professional). \nDr. Edelman received a Tribute in the United States Senate for his contributions to higher education and the nation. His dedication\, support\, and commitment towards veterans and underserved populations was highlighted. \nHe is happily married to his wife Sandee and resides in McKinney\, TX. Combined they have three sons and six grandchildren. 
URL:https://www.dallasmoww.org/calendar/january-luncheon/
LOCATION:Park City Club. 5956 Sherry Lane\, Dallas\, 5956 Sherry Ln #1700\, Dallas\, TX\, 75225\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Caracas:20260108T014500
DTEND;TZID=America/Caracas:20260108T033000
DTSTAMP:20260430T095821
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SUMMARY:Military History Book Club
DESCRIPTION: “The Sword of Freedom” by former Mossad chief Yossi Cohen\nPrestonwood CC\, 15909 Preston Road\, Dallas\, TX. Please arrive by 7:15 a.m. to order from the menu. \nBreakfast is $20.  Discussion starts at 7:30 and ends at 9:00. \nThe discussion will be guided by co-Chairmen – John Caldwell: CPA\, 9 Marathons (PB 3:15)  &  Robert Epstein: Texas Guard- Military Police Brigade; 20 years law enforcement                                  \nIsrael has always won. They are winning now. And they must always win in the future. \nIn The Sword of Freedom\, former Mossad chief Yossi Cohen pulls back the curtain on Israel’s success in the face of never-ending war. Cohen has played a pivotal role in shaping Israel’s modern defense strategy. Blending personal stories and the nation’s history\, he offers a rare glimpse into how Israel has defied existential threats and built a cutting-edge defense system. He reveals how Israel always finds a way to win\, as well as: \n  \n\nHow Israel succeeds as a nation and military power\nThe future of Gaza and Hamas\nWhat it takes to be in the Mossad\nThe mistakes Westerners make about the Middle East\nHow Mossad helps counter terrorism around the world\nHow the art of spy craft has changed in the advent of AI and social media\nWhat Donald Trump’s second presidency means for Israel\n\n  \nIn today’s volatile world\, Israel must remain adaptable and resolute to survive. Cohen explores how Israel achieves this: by questioning all intelligence\, prioritizing human ingenuity\, cooperating with other countries (even ones you might not expect)\, and ensuring enemies fear defeat before battles begin. \nAs David Ben-Gurion observed\, “History is not written\, it is created.” From thrilling covert operations to strategies that safeguard borders\, The Sword of Free­dom demonstrates how Israel’s transformation from a vulnerable state to a global power was no accident. \nRSVP to Bob Epstein at: macabee1948@gmail.com
URL:https://www.dallasmoww.org/calendar/military-history-book-club-4/
LOCATION:Prestonwood CC\, 15909 Preston Road\, Dallas\, TX\, 15909 Preston Road\, Dallas\, TX\, 75248\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Caracas:20260203T054500
DTEND;TZID=America/Caracas:20260203T080000
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SUMMARY:February Luncheon 2026
DESCRIPTION:A relentless pursuer of funding to establish and sustain programs that advocate for and support US Veterans and the people of his beloved Israel. He has many duties and responsibilities\, among other tasks. Twenty years Law Enforcement Reserves and four years Texas National Guard. Trainer Major Epstein\, Civil Air Patrol Emergency Services Ground Team and Drone Pilot Trainer\, Hi–Powered Rocketry\, and Air Power Education Officer. In addition\, he serves with the US Air Force Auxiliary. Chairperson of the Advocacy Committee for the Air and Space Force Association. Homeland Security Officer\, North Texas\, offering Active Shooter training\, Refuse to be a Victim courses\, and Neighborhood Watch procedures training to local communities\, including churches and synagogues. Private security contractor for North Texas Synagogues and Churches. National Security Chairperson for Military Order of the World Wars\, for which he organizes monthly military and patriot book clubs\, along with the National Defense Briefing Series programs. Chairperson of the Patriotism for Jewish War Veterans Association. Major Supporter of the Texas Rangers Association Foundation. His success and drive are a tribute to his family’s lineage of dedicated military service from the Civil War to today. He is married to Mrs. Robbe Epstein and has five children. His second son\, Captain Judah Epstein\, Explosive Ordnance Disposal\, Flight Commander\, United States Air Forces\, is currently serving on active duty at Nellis Air Force Base. Always active his hobbies include Tennis (ranked 12th Texas men’s singles fifty-five and older; Archery (ranked 5th Texas Men’s Senior Master Recurve Division; Shotgun Shooting (ranked nationally First Responder Division Skeet); Sword Fighting and Fencing. Mr. Epstein is also a Published Playwright (Joseph\, Pharaoh of Egypt) and an acrylic battle map painter. \n 
URL:https://www.dallasmoww.org/calendar/february-luncheon-2/
LOCATION:Park City Club. 5956 Sherry Lane\, Dallas\, 5956 Sherry Ln #1700\, Dallas\, TX\, 75225\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Caracas:20260212T014500
DTEND;TZID=America/Caracas:20260212T030000
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SUMMARY:Military History Book Club  February 12
DESCRIPTION:Grey Wars – A Contemporary History of U.S. Special Operations\nby N.W. Collins\n \nThe discussion will be guided by Rear Admiral Gary Rosholt\, a 35-year US Navy SEAL (Ret) with his Flag Officer tours as the Deputy Commanding General\, Special Operations Command\, U.S. Central Command and Senior Defense Official / Defense Attache\, U.S. Embassy United Arab Emirates along with Robert Epstein: Texas Guard – Military Police Brigade; 20 years law enforcement\nWhat’s it about? \nA comprehensive analysis of U.S. Special Operations Forces in 21st-century warfare\, examining their everyday reality in national security while respecting classified information and sensitive operational details. \nAuthor’s Note from Grey Wars: A lot is missing from this book—deliberately. \nThis book is intended for readers who seek a deeper understanding of U.S. Special Operations and the forces at the center of America’s 21st-century wars. Violence on behalf of the nation by sacred trust\, sums up one military leader. Rings of sorrow\, paraphrases another. While fighting matters evoke raw sentiment—and rightly so—the focus here is on the everyday reality of national security\, not the extremes. \nI set out—and received authorization—to conduct this research across the interagency. Throughout\, I adhere strictly to the classifications of national security and to the core values of academia to respect confidential sources and sensitive information. Upon completion\, this book was reviewed in its entirety by the U.S. Department of Defense\, Office of Prepublication and Security Review\, and other governmental agencies. \nRSVP to Bob Epstein at: macabee1948@gmail.com
URL:https://www.dallasmoww.org/calendar/military-history-book-club-february-12/
LOCATION:Prestonwood CC\, 15909 Preston Road\, Dallas\, TX\, 15909 Preston Road\, Dallas\, TX\, 75248\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Caracas:20260222T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Caracas:20260222T150000
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SUMMARY:National Defense Briefing Series - Feb 2026
DESCRIPTION:  \n\nGreat Power Competition – Special Operations\n\n\nRADM Gary Rosholt (USN retired) will cover the special forces of our potential adversaries and our allies. The audience will learn how what differentiates U.S. Special Operations from those of our allies and those of the People’s Republic of China\, Russia\, North Korea and Iran. \nGary Rosholt is currently the President\, L3 Technologies Saudi Arabia LLC and Corporate Vice President\, Middle East Operations. In these roles\, he is responsible for all aspects of the company’s business interests in Saudi Arabia and the Middle East region\, including strategy\, operations\, and growth\, including the successful execution of ongoing business. \nIn 2015\, he completed more than 35 years of active and reserve military service as a US Navy SEAL and retired as a Rear Admiral (upper half).  Highlighting his career were assignments as the Senior Defense Official/Defense Attaché in the US Embassy in Abu Dhabi and Deputy Commanding General for the Special Operations Command for the United States Central Command. \nOperational assignments included deployments with Underwater Demolition Teams\, SEAL Teams\, and Special Boat Units to the Western Pacific and Middle East.  In his earlier civilian career\, he was a consultant for 15-years focusing on US Special Operations-peculiar research\, development\, and acquisition programs. \nRosholt graduated from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign with a degree in Electrical Engineering and completed his Master of Science degree in Operations Management from the University of Arkansas. He is licensed as a Professional Engineer by the Commonwealth of Virginia. \n\n 
URL:https://www.dallasmoww.org/calendar/national-defense-briefing-series-6/
LOCATION:Heritage Ranch Golf & Country Club\, 465 Scenic Ranch Circle\, McKinney\, TX\, 75069\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Caracas:20260301T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Caracas:20260301T153000
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SUMMARY:AFA Dallas Appreciation Event
DESCRIPTION:We had a good turnout on Sunday to watch the Allen Americans hockey team defeat the Tulsa Oilers at the Allen Events Center.  Thx to Bob Epstein for donating the suite he won at our golf tournament and to Joel  for organizing the event.  We took the opportunity to resent Bob G with his long-awaited C-141 trophy for his contribution as our 2025 president. And because it was “Pucks and Paws” day\, we got to see some (mostly) well-behaved pooches! \nJohn Campbell \nLt Gen\, USAF (ret)  \nPresident\, Sam Johnson Chapter  \nAir & Space Forces Associaton
URL:https://www.dallasmoww.org/calendar/afa-dallas-appreciation-event/
LOCATION:Allen Event Center\, 200 E Stacy Rd #1350\, Allen\, TX\, 75002\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Caracas:20260303T054500
DTEND;TZID=America/Caracas:20260303T073000
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SUMMARY:Mar 3: Luncheon at the Park City club
DESCRIPTION:John Novalis is a retired Brigadier General from Williamsport\, Pennsylvania and a 1987 graduate of the United States Military Academy and an Army Aviation Officer. He currently resides in Keller\, Texas and works for Bell as Director\, Advanced Programs Sales and Strategy. Leads strategic campaigns focused on adjacent market opportunities\, military training opportunities\,HSVTOL\, DoD Science and Technology efforts and FVL sustainment . \nHis most recent position prior to Bell was serving as a Highly Qualified Expert for the Department of Defense coaching and teaching senior leaders in the art and science of mission command and leadership fundamentals. Prior he was a Middle East expert and Senior Associate with Booz Allen Hamilton.  read more
URL:https://www.dallasmoww.org/calendar/mar-3-luncheon-at-the-park-city-club/
LOCATION:Park City Club. 5956 Sherry Lane\, Dallas\, 5956 Sherry Ln #1700\, Dallas\, TX\, 75225\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Caracas:20260312T014500
DTEND;TZID=America/Caracas:20260312T033000
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SUMMARY:Military History Book Club March 2026
DESCRIPTION:Military History Book Club\nSponsored by North Texas Audie Murphy Chapter\,\nMilitary Order of World Wars\, & Jewish War Veterans\nAn authoritative history of Europe’s most significant military conflict since World War II. Despite repeated warnings from the White House\, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February 2022 shocked the world. Why did Putin start the war—and why has it unfolded in previously unimaginable ways? Ukrainians have resisted a superior military; the West has united\, while Russia grows increasingly isolated. Serhii Plokhy\, a leading historian of Ukraine and the Cold War\, offers a definitive account of this conflict\, its origins\, course\, and the already apparent and possible future consequences. Though the current war began eight years before the all-out assault—on February 27\, 2014\, when Russian armed forces seized the Crimean parliament—the roots of this conflict can be traced even further back\, to post-Soviet tensions and imperial collapse in the 19th and 20th centuries. By providing a broad historical context and examining Ukraine and Russia’s ideas and cultures\, as well as domestic and international politics\, Plokhy reveals that while this new Cold War was not inevitable\, it was predictable. Ukraine\, Plokhy argues\, has remained central to Russia’s idea of itself even as Ukrainians have followed a radically different path. \nRSVP: macabee1948@gmail.com
URL:https://www.dallasmoww.org/calendar/military-history-book-club-march-2026/
LOCATION:Prestonwood CC\, 15909 Preston Road\, Dallas\, TX\, 15909 Preston Road\, Dallas\, TX\, 75248\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Caracas:20260318T020000
DTEND;TZID=America/Caracas:20260318T033000
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SUMMARY:Patriot Club Breakfast Series -March 2026
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URL:https://www.dallasmoww.org/calendar/patriot-club-breakfast-series-march-2026/
LOCATION:Prestonwood CC\, 15909 Preston Road\, Dallas\, TX\, 15909 Preston Road\, Dallas\, TX\, 75248\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Caracas:20260327T043000
DTEND;TZID=America/Caracas:20260327T060000
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SUMMARY:National Vietnam Veterans Memorial Day Event / Allen\, TX
DESCRIPTION:ALLEN\, Texas — Veterans and community members gather as the city of Allen celebrates National Vietnam War Veterans Day during a ceremony Friday\, March 27\, 2026\, at the Allen Senior Recreation Center. \nEstablished by the 2017 Recognition Act\, this day marks the 1973 departure of the last U.S. combat troops. \n\n\n\n		\n				\n						\n			\n				\n			\n		\n							\n			\n				\n						\n			\n				\n			\n		\n							\n			\n				\n						\n			\n				\n			\n		\n							\n			\n				\n						\n			\n				\n			\n		\n							\n			\n				\n						\n			\n				\n			\n		\n							\n			\n				\n						\n			\n				\n			\n		\n							\n			\n				\n						\n			\n				\n			\n		\n							\n			\n				\n						\n			\n				\n			\n		\n							\n			\n				\n						\n			\n				\n			\n		\n							\n			\n	\n	\n\n	\n		\n			\n\n\nKevin Purcell of the Allen Community Band performs “Rivoli” to open the program and later plays “Taps” during the City of Allen’s National Vietnam War Veterans Day ceremony Friday\, March 27\, 2026\, at the Allen Senior Recreation Center. (Photo by Patrick Nugent/USAF Ret.)\n\n  \n\n(L-R) (Red Shirt) Chuck Daniel\, Navy veteran; (Tan Jacket) Jim Blythe\, Navy Veteran; (Black suit) Vice Admiral David Brooks Robinson/USN (Ret.) the guest speaker; Ken Taylor\, Army veteran and Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 1122 president; (Plaid Jacket) Chuck Wright\, Marine veteran\, Texas Veterans Commission in discussion before the program begins. At the City of Allen’s National Vietnam War Veterans Day ceremony Friday\, March 27\, 2026\, at the Allen Senior Recreation Center. (Photo by Patrick Nugent/USAF Ret.)\n\n  \n\nAllen High School\, MCJROTC Regiment presents colors as the audience says the Pledge of Allegiance. At the City of Allen’s National Vietnam War Veterans Day ceremony Friday\, March 27\, 2026\, at the Allen Senior Recreation Center. (Photo by Patrick Nugent/USAF Ret.)\n\n  \n\n(L-R) Ken Taylor\, Army veteran and Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 1122 president presented a compass to Vice Admiral David Brooks Robinson/USN (Ret.) Navy Cross recipient\, the guest speaker and master of ceremony John Bagwell\, Army veteran\, Bronze Star & Purple Heart recipient. At the City of Allen’s National Vietnam War Veterans Day ceremony Friday\, March 27\, 2026\, at the Allen Senior Recreation Center. (Photo by Patrick Nugent/USAF Ret.)\n\n  \n\n(L-R) Vice Admiral David Brooks Robinson/USN (Ret.) Navy Cross recipient and United States Naval Academy graduate class 1963 guest speaker\, talks to his friend Allen Clark\, United States Military Academy graduate class of 1963\, recipient of the Silver Star\, Bronze Star & Purple Heart. At the City of Allen’s National Vietnam War Veterans Day ceremony Friday\, March 27\, 2026\, at the Allen Senior Recreation Center. (Photo by Patrick Nugent/USAF Ret.)\n\n  \n\n(L-R) Dick Thompson\, USAF veteran\, US Air Force Academy Class of 1966\, recipient of the Silver Star & Distinguished Flying Cross; James Hinds\, program singer; Vice Admiral David Brooks Robinson/USN (Ret.) Navy Cross recipient and United States Naval Academy graduate class 1963\, guest speaker; Natalie DuPre\, program singer\, one of the top 12 finalists in the Miss Texas competition in 2025 and Ken Taylor\, Army veteran and Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 1122 president. At the City of Allen’s National Vietnam War Veterans Day ceremony Friday\, March 27\, 2026\, at the Allen Senior Recreation Center. (Photo by Patrick Nugent/USAF Ret.)\n\n  \n\nVice Admiral David Brooks Robinson/USN (Ret.) Navy Cross recipient for Heroism during the Vietnam War when he was the commander of the USS Canon a patrol gunboat while participating in Operation Market Time on the Bo De River and he is a United States Naval Academy graduate class 1963 was the guest speaker with the USS Canon displayed on the screen. At the City of Allen’s National Vietnam War Veterans Day ceremony Friday\, March 27\, 2026\, at the Allen Senior Recreation Center. (Photo by Patrick Nugent/USAF Ret.)\n\n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.dallasmoww.org/calendar/national-vietnam-veterans-memorial-day-event-allen-tx/
LOCATION:Allen Senior Recreation Center\, 451 St Mary Dr\, Allen\, TX\, 75002\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Caracas:20260407T054500
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SUMMARY:Luncheon Meeting April 2026
DESCRIPTION:Angelia D. Farnell is a retired U.S. Army Colonel from Pleasant Hill\, Louisiana\, and a 1988 Distinguished Military Graduate of Southern University A&M College in Baton Rouge\, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and was commissioned in Army Aviation. She also holds a Master of Public Administration from Troy State University and a Doctor of Management in Organizational Management & Leadership from the University of Phoenix. \nOver the course of a 30-year distinguished military career\, she served in both aviation and intelligence roles\, commanding at the company\, battalion\, and brigade levels while holding key leadership positions across tactical\, operational\, and strategic levels.
URL:https://www.dallasmoww.org/calendar/luncheon-meeting-april-2026/
LOCATION:Park City Club. 5956 Sherry Lane\, Dallas\, 5956 Sherry Ln #1700\, Dallas\, TX\, 75225\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Caracas:20260409T020000
DTEND;TZID=America/Caracas:20260409T033000
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SUMMARY:Military History Book Club “Army History”
DESCRIPTION:LTC (Ret) Carl D. Wiley: U.S. Army (Ret) & DoD Civil (Ret) – Moderator: \nCarl is a combat veteran of Desert Shield/Storm\, the Gulf War\, Operation Joint Endeavor\, Former Yugoslavia\, who retired from the Army as a Lieutenant Colonel and Government Civil Service after 40 years of service. He is a senior Army aviator with over 1000 hours in helicopters\, a paratrooper\, a cavalryman\, and a maintenance test pilot. He currently serves as the Second Vice-Commander for the Dallas – Military Order of World Wars chapter. Carl speaks on military history from World War I to the current day\, as well as selected topics on logistics and military deployments. \nPlease arrive by 7:30 AM\, to order from the menu. Breakfast is $15. Discussion begins at 7:30 and ends no later than 9:00 \nWere World Wars I and II Inevitable? Where the Necessary Wars? Or were they products of calamitous failures of judgment? The author makes the case that\, if not for the blunders of British statesman – Winston Churchill first among them – the horrors of two world wars and the Holocaust might have been avoided and the British Empire might never have collapsed into ruins. Half a century of murderous oppression of scores of millions under the iron boot of Communism tyranny might never have happened\, and Europe’s central role in world affairs might have been sustained for many generations. \nRSVP: Bob Epstein\, macabee1948@gmail.com
URL:https://www.dallasmoww.org/calendar/military-history-book-club-army-history-3/
LOCATION:Prestonwood CC\, 15909 Preston Road\, Dallas\, TX\, 15909 Preston Road\, Dallas\, TX\, 75248\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Caracas:20260419T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Caracas:20260419T143000
DTSTAMP:20260430T095821
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SUMMARY:National Defense Briefing Series - Apr 2026
DESCRIPTION:Great Power Competition – Intelligence\nJohn E. McLaughlin is a preeminent figure in American intelligence\, with a career spanning over six decades of service. He served as the Deputy Director of Central Intelligence (DDCI) from 2000 to 2004 and as the Acting Director of Central Intelligence (ADCI) in late 2004. \nMr. McLaughlin began his intelligence career on the ground as an Army intelligence officer in Vietnam in 1969. In the fifty-seven years since\, he has served at every echelon of the craft—from tactical operations to the highest levels of strategic policy. Today\, he continues to shape the future of the profession as a senior mentor and community thought leader. \nHe currently serves as the Professor of Practice and Director of the Philip Merrill Center for Strategic Studies at the Johns Hopkins University School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS). He is a member of the Council on Foreign Relations and the American Academy of Diplomacy and serves on several bipartisan panels\, including the Homeland Security Advisory Group\, the National Security Advisory Group and the Middle East Institute’s Advisory Group on Countering Terrorism and Extremism. \nHe is a recipient of the Distinguished Intelligence Community Service Award\, the National Security Medal\, and the Johns Hopkins Alumni Association’s Distinguished Alumnus Award and is a frequent guest analyst on CNN\, CSPAN\, and Fox News.   \nNo one brings a better perspective of the issues posed in this era of Great Power Competition and the importance of the intelligence craft.  John is also an accomplished magician who co-founded Washington Magic and has collaborated with David Copperfield. \nRefunds will not be given for cancellations after midnight\, April 13th\, 2026.
URL:https://www.dallasmoww.org/calendar/national-defense-briefing-series-7/
LOCATION:Heritage Ranch Golf & Country Club\, 465 Scenic Ranch Circle\, McKinney\, TX\, 75069\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Caracas:20260505T054500
DTEND;TZID=America/Caracas:20260505T073000
DTSTAMP:20260430T095821
CREATED:20260413T065420Z
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SUMMARY:Luncheon Meeting May 2026
DESCRIPTION:Lt Col Grieser is the Chief of Psychological Applications assigned to the 3 Air Support Operations Group\, Fort Cavazos\, Texas. In this role\, Lt Col Grieser is responsible for the development\, oversight\, and direction of mental health personnel across four geographically separated locations ensuring psychological support\, consultation\, and management to unit leadership\, permanent party personnel\, and their families to enhance mission effectiveness and ensure optimal readiness. \nLt Col Grieser’s professional interests include executive coaching\, cognitive and performance implications of health behaviors in the operational setting\, and human factors consultation to units and commanders.
URL:https://www.dallasmoww.org/calendar/luncheon-meeting-may-2026/
LOCATION:Park City Club. 5956 Sherry Lane\, Dallas\, 5956 Sherry Ln #1700\, Dallas\, TX\, 75225\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Caracas:20260514T020000
DTEND;TZID=America/Caracas:20260514T033000
DTSTAMP:20260430T095821
CREATED:20260413T074256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T080040Z
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SUMMARY:Military History Book Club  May 2026
DESCRIPTION:Operation Epic Fury  – Noah Martello\n  \nOn February 28\, 2026\, the United States and Israel launched coordinated strikes on Iran. The world changed before breakfast.   \nIn clear\, accessible language\, this book breaks down 70 years of U.S.-Iran hostility\, Israel’s decades-long shadow war with Tehran\, the collapse of nuclear diplomacy\, and the proxy network that turned the entire Middle East into a single connected system of pressure and retaliation. \nWhat you’ll understand after reading: \nWhy the U.S.-Iran relationship has been poisoned since 1953 \nHow Iran built a ring of armed proxies from Lebanon to Yemen \nWhy nuclear diplomacy kept failing — and what finally collapsed it. \nWhat Operation Epic Fury is really trying to achieve. What happens next\, and what to watch for. \n“Operation Epic Fury” provides insights into the first two weeks of military operations\, detailing the roles of the U.S. and Israel in the ongoing tensions in the Middle East. The book discusses strategic military actions and the geopolitical implications of the conflict\, emphasizing the significance of American power in the region.  Key themes: \n\n\n\n– Military Strategy: Analysis of the tactics used during Operation Epic Fury.\n– Geopolitical Context: Examination of the broader implications for U.S.-Iran relations.\n– Role of Allies: Insights into Israel’s involvement and its impact on regional stability.\n\n\n\n  \nPlease arrive by 7:30 a.m. to order from the menu.   \nRSVP to Bob Epstein at: macabee1948@gmail.com \n \n 
URL:https://www.dallasmoww.org/calendar/military-history-book-club-may-2026/
LOCATION:Prestonwood CC\, 15909 Preston Road\, Dallas\, TX\, 15909 Preston Road\, Dallas\, TX\, 75248\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Caracas:20260607T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Caracas:20260607T143000
DTSTAMP:20260430T095821
CREATED:20260406T104522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T104522Z
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SUMMARY:National Defense Briefing Series - Jun 2026
DESCRIPTION:The story of Scott O’Grady’s 6 days on the Ground in Bosnia\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://www.dallasmoww.org/calendar/national-defense-briefing-series-jun-2026/
LOCATION:Heritage Ranch Golf & Country Club\, 465 Scenic Ranch Circle\, McKinney\, TX\, 75069\, United States
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