By 1LT(MD) Daniel Holt
Maryland Defense Force Public Affairs
10 May 2011
The Maryland Defense Force Cavalry Troop A will participate in the opening ceremonies of the running of the 136th Preakness Stakes on May 21, 2011 at the Pimlico Racetrack. Troop A will escort the colors as presented by the 70th Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance Wing Honor Guard from Fort Meade.
After an impressive performance at Laurel Park for Military Appreciation Day last November, the Maryland Racing Commission invited Troop A to participate in this year’s Preakness Stakes. The mounted escort detail will be lead by Deputy Commander Capt. Cindy Minken on “Patriot’s Pride,” Staff Sgt. Linda Losey on “Rocky,” Sgt. Tallulah Pollard on “Image,” and Sgt. Thomas Kiefer on “Johnny Cash.” Supporting the mounted detail will be Troopers 1st Sgt. Matthew Shertzer and Master Sgt. Steve Wojciechowski.
The Maryland Defense Force is the state’s uniformed volunteer military unit providing professional and technical assistance to the Maryland Military Department. Established in 1917, the Maryland Defense Force consists of nearly 450 personnel who provide medical, engineering, chaplain, legal, finance, and field support services, as well as perform ceremonial services, for the State of Maryland. For more information, please visit http://mddf.maryland.gov.
Wednesday, May 11, 2011
Wednesday, April 27, 2011
Maryland Defense Force Supports funeral of Governor William Donald Schaefer
By CPT(MD) Stephen Rice
Maryland Defense Force Public Affairs
27 April 2011
Elements of the Maryland Defense Force participated in the funeral services for former Governor William Donald Schaefer. On Monday April 25, 2011 the Maryland Defense Force Commander, Brig. Gen. (MD) Courtney Wilson served as the escort for the William Donald Schaefer “Farewell Tour” through Baltimore City. Greeting the casket where it lay in state in Annapolis, Gen. Wilson accompanied dignitaries in the motorcade to Baltimore visiting many of the former Governor’s favorite spots eventually ending at City Hall where his body lay in state for 24 hours.
On Wednesday April 27, 2011 The Maryland Defense Force Cavalry Troop A provided a riderless horse detail which was led by Cpl. Thomas Kiefer and escorted by Troop A commander Capt. Cindy Minken. This detail marched in the funeral procession from Baltimore City Hall to Old St. Paul’s Episcopal Church. Supporting the riderless horse detail was Master Sgt. Steven Wojciechowski and Sgt. Tallulah Pollard. The horse, “Cozzi’s Magic” was prepped by Mrs. Karen Roop, wife of Capt. David Roop.
A Maryland Defense Force band detail played with the Fire Brigade Pipes and Drums and marched in the funeral procession following the riderless horse. The band detail was led by Chief Warrant Officer Arnold Bundy. Other band members included Maj. John Forberger and Maj. Brett Schaffer.
At Old St. Paul’s Episcopal Church where the funeral was held the Maryland Defense Force provided fourteen military ushers and escorts under the direction of Capt. Bryan Fischer and Command Sgt. Maj. Ronald Scott. The escort detail helped with access and led scores of dignitaries to their assigned seats. Officers serving as escorts included Col. George Rich, Lt. Col. Amato Mongeluzzo, Lt. Col. Greg Barnhill, Maj. Karl Katterjohn, Capt. Michael Behringer and Chief Warrant Officer Thomas Insley. Enlisted personnel serving as escorts included 1st Sgt. William Finch, Master Sgt. Matthew Shertzer, Master Sgt. Steven Wojciechowski, Master Sgt. Gary Miconi, Staff Sgt. Brandt Eppler and Sgt. Tallulah Pollard
After the funeral service the Maryland Defense Force riderless horse detail participated in Governor Schaefer’s final procession. The detail followed Governor Schaefer’s hearse from the Dulaney Valley Memorial Gardens cemetery front gate to his interment site. Capt. Fischer remarked that he was “honored to participate in the final tribute to a true Maryland legend.”
The Maryland Defense Force (MDDF) is the State’s uniformed volunteer military unit providing professional and technical assistance to the Maryland Military Department. Established in 1917, the MDDF consists of nearly 450 personnel who perform legal, engineering, finance, medical, chaplain, field support and ceremonial services for the State of Maryland. For more information: http://mddf.maryland.gov/.
Maryland Defense Force Public Affairs
27 April 2011
Elements of the Maryland Defense Force participated in the funeral services for former Governor William Donald Schaefer. On Monday April 25, 2011 the Maryland Defense Force Commander, Brig. Gen. (MD) Courtney Wilson served as the escort for the William Donald Schaefer “Farewell Tour” through Baltimore City. Greeting the casket where it lay in state in Annapolis, Gen. Wilson accompanied dignitaries in the motorcade to Baltimore visiting many of the former Governor’s favorite spots eventually ending at City Hall where his body lay in state for 24 hours.
On Wednesday April 27, 2011 The Maryland Defense Force Cavalry Troop A provided a riderless horse detail which was led by Cpl. Thomas Kiefer and escorted by Troop A commander Capt. Cindy Minken. This detail marched in the funeral procession from Baltimore City Hall to Old St. Paul’s Episcopal Church. Supporting the riderless horse detail was Master Sgt. Steven Wojciechowski and Sgt. Tallulah Pollard. The horse, “Cozzi’s Magic” was prepped by Mrs. Karen Roop, wife of Capt. David Roop.
A Maryland Defense Force band detail played with the Fire Brigade Pipes and Drums and marched in the funeral procession following the riderless horse. The band detail was led by Chief Warrant Officer Arnold Bundy. Other band members included Maj. John Forberger and Maj. Brett Schaffer.
At Old St. Paul’s Episcopal Church where the funeral was held the Maryland Defense Force provided fourteen military ushers and escorts under the direction of Capt. Bryan Fischer and Command Sgt. Maj. Ronald Scott. The escort detail helped with access and led scores of dignitaries to their assigned seats. Officers serving as escorts included Col. George Rich, Lt. Col. Amato Mongeluzzo, Lt. Col. Greg Barnhill, Maj. Karl Katterjohn, Capt. Michael Behringer and Chief Warrant Officer Thomas Insley. Enlisted personnel serving as escorts included 1st Sgt. William Finch, Master Sgt. Matthew Shertzer, Master Sgt. Steven Wojciechowski, Master Sgt. Gary Miconi, Staff Sgt. Brandt Eppler and Sgt. Tallulah Pollard
After the funeral service the Maryland Defense Force riderless horse detail participated in Governor Schaefer’s final procession. The detail followed Governor Schaefer’s hearse from the Dulaney Valley Memorial Gardens cemetery front gate to his interment site. Capt. Fischer remarked that he was “honored to participate in the final tribute to a true Maryland legend.”
The Maryland Defense Force (MDDF) is the State’s uniformed volunteer military unit providing professional and technical assistance to the Maryland Military Department. Established in 1917, the MDDF consists of nearly 450 personnel who perform legal, engineering, finance, medical, chaplain, field support and ceremonial services for the State of Maryland. For more information: http://mddf.maryland.gov/.
Sunday, March 27, 2011
WJZ Reports on the Maryland Defense Force
WJZ news attended the annual Maryland Defense Force muster on 2011-03-26 and reported on it. Read more here.
Saturday, March 26, 2011
121st Engineer Regiment formed at Maryland Defense Force Annual Muster
By CPT(MD) Stephen Rice
Maryland Defense Force Public Affairs
26 March 2011
The Engineer Corps of the Maryland Defense Force was re-designated as the 121st Engineer Regiment at the unit’s Annual Muster on March 26, 2011. Several visitors were in attendance including the Maj. Gen. James A. Adkins, Adjutant General of Maryland, Brig. Gen. Peter C. Hinz, Brig. Gen. Annette M. Deener, Maryland Delegate Jon S. Cardin and Baltimore County Councilwoman Vicki Almond. The new regimental colors were presented to the regimental commander Col. (MD) Brian Kelm by Brig. Gen. (MD) Courtney B. Wilson, the commanding general. Col. (MD) Kelm remarked that leading the newly formed regiment is an “honor and a privilege.”
After the completion of the formal program and highlights from the Maryland Defense Force band, various units conducted training exercises that were observed by the visiting public. Demonstrations and exhibits on medical, chaplain, communications, and military support services were held on the drill floor. The Maryland Defense Force Mounted Cavalry Unit “Troop A” also performed a special sabre demonstration on the Pikesville Military Reservation grounds.
Brig. Gen. (MD) Courtney B. Wilson was pleased that, “The dedication and professionalism of the Maryland Defense Force and its many components was exhibited for the citizens we voluntarily serve.”
The Maryland Defense Force (MDDF) is the State’s uniformed volunteer military unit providing professional and technical assistance to the Maryland Military Department. Established in 1917, the MDDF consists of nearly 450 personnel who perform legal, engineering, finance, medical, chaplain, field support and ceremonial services for the State of Maryland. For more information: http://mddf.maryland.gov/.
Maryland Defense Force Public Affairs
26 March 2011
The Engineer Corps of the Maryland Defense Force was re-designated as the 121st Engineer Regiment at the unit’s Annual Muster on March 26, 2011. Several visitors were in attendance including the Maj. Gen. James A. Adkins, Adjutant General of Maryland, Brig. Gen. Peter C. Hinz, Brig. Gen. Annette M. Deener, Maryland Delegate Jon S. Cardin and Baltimore County Councilwoman Vicki Almond. The new regimental colors were presented to the regimental commander Col. (MD) Brian Kelm by Brig. Gen. (MD) Courtney B. Wilson, the commanding general. Col. (MD) Kelm remarked that leading the newly formed regiment is an “honor and a privilege.”
After the completion of the formal program and highlights from the Maryland Defense Force band, various units conducted training exercises that were observed by the visiting public. Demonstrations and exhibits on medical, chaplain, communications, and military support services were held on the drill floor. The Maryland Defense Force Mounted Cavalry Unit “Troop A” also performed a special sabre demonstration on the Pikesville Military Reservation grounds.
Brig. Gen. (MD) Courtney B. Wilson was pleased that, “The dedication and professionalism of the Maryland Defense Force and its many components was exhibited for the citizens we voluntarily serve.”
The Maryland Defense Force (MDDF) is the State’s uniformed volunteer military unit providing professional and technical assistance to the Maryland Military Department. Established in 1917, the MDDF consists of nearly 450 personnel who perform legal, engineering, finance, medical, chaplain, field support and ceremonial services for the State of Maryland. For more information: http://mddf.maryland.gov/.
Wednesday, March 9, 2011
2011 Annual Muster of the Maryland Defense Force
The Commander Maryland Defense Force
Brigadier General (MD) Courtney B. Wilson
cordially invites you to attend the
Morning Assembly of the 2011 Annual Muster of the Maryland Defense Force
Saturday the Twenty-Sixth of March, 2011
0900-1100 hours
Pikesville Military Reservation
610 Reisterstown Road
Baltimore, Maryland
Music by the Maryland Defense Force Band
Brief Remarks, Demonstrations and Displays
R.S.V.P. LTC (MD) Sierra Braiterman
Duty Uniform or Business Casual
Seating is limited
Brigadier General (MD) Courtney B. Wilson
cordially invites you to attend the
Morning Assembly of the 2011 Annual Muster of the Maryland Defense Force
Saturday the Twenty-Sixth of March, 2011
0900-1100 hours
Pikesville Military Reservation
610 Reisterstown Road
Baltimore, Maryland
Music by the Maryland Defense Force Band
Brief Remarks, Demonstrations and Displays
R.S.V.P. LTC (MD) Sierra Braiterman
Duty Uniform or Business Casual
Seating is limited
Saturday, February 26, 2011
Vacancy announcement for position of commanding general, Maryland Defense Force
BG (MD) Courtney Wilson, Commanding General, MDDF, has announced his intention to relinquish command of the MDDF upon the appointment and qualification for office of his successor.
Click here for more details.
Click here for more details.
Wednesday, January 19, 2011
Maryland Defense Force Supports 2011 Gubernatorial Inauguration
By CPT(MD) Stephen Rice
Maryland Defense Force Public Affairs
19 Jan 2011
ANNAPOLIS - Nearly fifty members of the Maryland Defense Force served on state active duty in support of the inauguration of Governor Martin O’Malley and Lieutenant Governor Anthony Brown. Maryland Defense Force personnel served as military ushers and escorts for dignitaries and stood guard as ceremonial sentries of the State Capitol building. MDDF personnel also set-up and operated an Emergency First Aid Station and staffed the temporary Joint Operations Center located in the Old Senate Chamber of the State Capitol.
A procession of dignitaries and their escorts was led by Brig. Gen. (MD) Courtney B. Wilson from Government House (the Maryland Governor’s Mansion) to the State Capitol for the formal swearing in of Governor O’Malley and Lieutenant Governor Brown. This procession included military escorts from the Maryland Defense Force and the Maryland National Guard.
Standing guard of the State Capitol doors was a ceremonial military sentry detail led by Sgt. Maj. (MD) Ronald Scott. Inside the State Capitol a temporary Joint Operations Center was activated for the inauguration. Col. (MD) Bruno Conticello worked with representatives from various state and local agencies to monitor and coordinate a response to any potential threats or important emergencies. The Joint Operations Center played an important role in ensuring the safety and security of the inauguration participants and the attending public.
At the Maryland Legislative Services building a First Aid Station was set-up by Maryland Defense Force personnel from the 10th Medical Regiment. This Emergency Medical station was led by Lt. Col. (MD) Walter Hettinger and staffed by five personnel with a mix of medical backgrounds and specialties. Fortunately there were no incidents or health concerns that required medical attention.
At the conclusion of a long day, Maryland Defense Force personnel felt extremely proud to have played an important role in the inauguration of their Commander in Chief, Governor Martin O’Malley and the inauguration of Lieutenant Governor Anthony Brown.
The Maryland Defense Force (MDDF) is the State’s uniformed volunteer military unit providing professional and technical assistance to the Maryland Military Department. Established in 1917, the MDDF consists of nearly 450 personnel who perform legal, engineering, finance, medical, chaplain, field support and ceremonial services for the State of Maryland. For more information: http://mddf.maryland.gov
Maryland Defense Force Public Affairs
19 Jan 2011
ANNAPOLIS - Nearly fifty members of the Maryland Defense Force served on state active duty in support of the inauguration of Governor Martin O’Malley and Lieutenant Governor Anthony Brown. Maryland Defense Force personnel served as military ushers and escorts for dignitaries and stood guard as ceremonial sentries of the State Capitol building. MDDF personnel also set-up and operated an Emergency First Aid Station and staffed the temporary Joint Operations Center located in the Old Senate Chamber of the State Capitol.
A procession of dignitaries and their escorts was led by Brig. Gen. (MD) Courtney B. Wilson from Government House (the Maryland Governor’s Mansion) to the State Capitol for the formal swearing in of Governor O’Malley and Lieutenant Governor Brown. This procession included military escorts from the Maryland Defense Force and the Maryland National Guard.
Standing guard of the State Capitol doors was a ceremonial military sentry detail led by Sgt. Maj. (MD) Ronald Scott. Inside the State Capitol a temporary Joint Operations Center was activated for the inauguration. Col. (MD) Bruno Conticello worked with representatives from various state and local agencies to monitor and coordinate a response to any potential threats or important emergencies. The Joint Operations Center played an important role in ensuring the safety and security of the inauguration participants and the attending public.
At the Maryland Legislative Services building a First Aid Station was set-up by Maryland Defense Force personnel from the 10th Medical Regiment. This Emergency Medical station was led by Lt. Col. (MD) Walter Hettinger and staffed by five personnel with a mix of medical backgrounds and specialties. Fortunately there were no incidents or health concerns that required medical attention.
At the conclusion of a long day, Maryland Defense Force personnel felt extremely proud to have played an important role in the inauguration of their Commander in Chief, Governor Martin O’Malley and the inauguration of Lieutenant Governor Anthony Brown.
The Maryland Defense Force (MDDF) is the State’s uniformed volunteer military unit providing professional and technical assistance to the Maryland Military Department. Established in 1917, the MDDF consists of nearly 450 personnel who perform legal, engineering, finance, medical, chaplain, field support and ceremonial services for the State of Maryland. For more information: http://mddf.maryland.gov
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