Message from the Board President 

Samuel O. Verdeja

Tribute to the 1st Battalion, 1st Marines for its role during the Battle of Hue City

The 1/1 Reunion Board of Directors and the invited distinguished guests look forward to joining you during this historic and memorable gathering in San Antonio. Refer to the Reunion registration web link for the registration form and details.

Please call the MENGER Hotels for room reservations prior to September 9th, to avoid late penalty fees. Room rates of $129 (King or two Double Beds) are good through 9/14/21. After 9/14/21, the rate increases to the general-public daily rate from $159.00 to $200.00 per day.

Historic MENGER Hotel

204 Alamo Plaza

San Antonio, TX 78205

(210-223-4361)

Be advised that Sgt. Major John Canley has respectfully indicated that he will not be able to join us during the Reunion due to unforeseen commitment in Hawaii, and will not be able to travel from Hawaii to join the Reunion. However, along with the invited guest speaker, General Juan G. Ayala, Director of Military and Veterans Affairs for San Antonio and General Ray Smith, Keynote Speaker, the 2021 Reunion, will pay special tribute and honor Alpha, Bravo, Charlie, Delta and other 1/1 Units of 1st Battalion, 1st Marines for their engagement in the Battle of Hue City during the 1968 Tet Offensive.

We continue to take every precaution for a safe Reunion during the Program activities. However, we strongly urge you to get your COVID-19 vaccine shots a minimum of two weeks prior to attending the Reunion, and to bring masks. Masks will also be available at the hospitality room throughout the Reunion. If you have received both shots at least two weeks in advance of the Reunion, the CDC has determined it is safe to travel on airlines without having to quarantine.

Semper Fi

• Sam, Board President