Virginia Military Institute - Bomb Yearbook (Lexington, VA)

Text from Pages 1 - 408 of the 1975 volume:

' i!M , ' 7 for those who enter ... A CHOICE to be tempered by trials subject to the drudgery of endless routine routine routine routine routine routine routine routine routine routine routine routine routine routine routine routine routine routine routine routine i thrust into a strange and discouraging environment often having experienced loneliness ;« ' ' tm .£ji £ I all ask the haunting question . . . why? — r? some fail in disiliusionment . fewer still are cast out . . . disgraced but many stay striving to attain victory n ma through self-discipline and pride other men excel finally persevering togetlier y — ' m ' f I it will be these men who succeed. YOU MAY BE WHATEVER YOU RESOLVE TO BE STONEWALL JACKSON 5a : 3SE£SEiS2SS ' -r-r -,-- •■-- r- ' - r dnrmtm Virginia Military Institute I Lexington, Virginia Volume 91 I EDITORS Taylor A. Slate William M. Landrum Anthony W. Fiero David L. Applin Michael J. Monahan John W. Logan Jr. Thomas S. Reeder W. Grant Scott 4 DEDICATION When the Class of 1975 voted for the individual to whom they would have their BOMB dedicated, one man stood head and shoulders above all the rest. That man was Lt. Colonel Stacy Harris, Deputy Commandant. For the past 17 years Colonel Harris has been an unswerving bastion of stability in an atmosphere of turmoil. Commandants have come and gone; three Superintendents have set radically different objectives; however. Colonel Harris has remained a stable, and quite often sobering influence. Colonel Harris was born in Anistan, Missouri. He served 28 years in the United States Army, before taking the post of Deputy Commandant in 1 958. In the interim. Colonel Harris married the former Miss Margaret Kitchen of Grand Rapids, Michigan. Their marriage produced one son, Stacy R., who was a 1964 graduate of VMI. The story of how Colonel Harris came to VMI is quite interesting. On tour of the ROTC Department the possibility of a permanent position being creat- ed in the Commandants Office was raised. In order to help maintain some level of consistency within the VMI system of changing Commandants, the idea of a permanent Deputy Commandant was considered. Colonel Harris fit the plan perfectly, and has been the only Deputy Commandant to fill a permanent position at VMI. Known affectionately as Uncle Stace or Grand- pa to many first classmen. Colonel Harris will be missed not not only by the Class of ' 75, but by the Institute. His dedication to duty, and his desire to help the cadets at VMI become more disciplined and responsible men, has won the respect and affection of the Class of ' 75. To Colonel and Mrs. Harris we extend our best wishes for a happy retirement. d pStME FIRST CLASS THE FIRST CLASS TljE FIRST CLASS THE FIRST CLASS THE FIRSr %Ek-s 3 ? li% tm- ■ rj i ' - f Ci? LjiS V -. ' J ' In i jj J jS r- S: i - % ' i- i ;:i . I 3H1 SSVTO iSdIJ 3Hi SSVIO iSdId SS m r History of the The Class of ' 75 ilL : WIkmi one ii(;i|Kito in Some people find a joy in the past; a happiness of a time and place, others find a sadness from the memory of an unhappy oc- casion As the strange phenomena known as TIME moves onward, the moments of past happiness may become a sorirce of sadness, and the unhappy moments may bec ome a source of joy A great prophet once said, Soirow and joy are one and the same , As we look back on oui years at VMI this philosophy can be seen in a truthful light. It IS difficult to write a history of an ENTIRE class in a complete and concise manner A class consists of individuals — and each person possesses a unique history I chose not to write of the PAST — and not of the FUTURE: for I am not a learned historian nor a prophet. Rather I will try to convey a sense of the maturing, growing man at VMI, reaching and searching for the unfound door. concise manner The individuals of the Class of 75 are indeed unique and possess unique histories yet there exists a common denominator which is pres- ent in all Upon entering VMI the individual is, for the most part, con- cerned with self and the advancement of self. After four years of the VMI experience some few retain this selfish attitude. Yet, the greater number have come to realize the needs of others — and are sensitive to these needs. It is ironical that within the rigid military structure one may grow and expand in his sensitivity — but it does happen I have sensed a growing awareness among my classmates that they have something in common — they are all searching for the unfound door. To those few who have found this door there remains the task of completion To those who continue to search there remains the yearn- ings and adventure to be realized. il ff ' ■r , ' ••. ' i ' ,; % {■ lptejr;| Mehrdad Andisheh Joseph Victor Arthur III %, Mohammad Jafar Abroshan David Livingston Applin Douglas Peter Baird 32 John Francis Amatetti Dean Huntington Armstrong Jr. John Dwight Soren Bangs Mohammed J. Abroshan Jeff Cammel Driver Iran Civil Engineering — Naval Science Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Scuba Club; Soccer; A.S.C.E. Jeff is what would be called a remarkable cadet. It was remarkable that he even came here. Perhaps by some fluke in the Imperial Iranian Navy or by some grand design from above; he found himself ninety million miles from home, hardly speaking the native language, and of course confronted by the Big I . After enduring a harsh ratline {where he picked up some new words) our BR soon learned the ropes. Several romances, strange permits, and three years later we find another cadetship coming to an end. Good-by, brother Rat! Our loss will be the Shah ' s gain. DYKES: Class of 1972; D. M. Flick Class of 1978; R. J. Richard John Francis Amatetti Amo Vienna, Virginia Civil Engineering — Air Force Pvt. -4,3,2, 1 ; Pervert Corner -3,2,1; Rugby - 4, 2, 1 ; ASCE -4,3, 2, 1; Bowery Boys - 3, 2, 1 ; Number 1 Club - 3; Admiral Seay - 3, 2 land still graduating on time) Amo came to the I ready to mix it up with the administration and any other SOB who got in his way. The CE department will always bear his mark and he ' ll always be one of the Admiral ' s Boys , especially after two years with the man. It ' s a wonder he pulled through with all that hassle, but the Bwahn came through, beer gut and all. Now it comes to the final beer bust, the final scotch and water, the final fu and Amo is still plugging. He ' s ready to make his mark on the Real World now, and with his free body diagrams in one hand and his fifth of Johnnie Walker Red in the other, he ' ll stagger through. Thanks to his mom and dad, without whose constant aggravation and encouragement he would have never made it, the Wop will make his mark in the big lunchbox we call life. Take it easy Amo, see you someday in that big Bowery in the sky. DYKES: Class of 1972: Ronnie Lau Class of 1978: Jon Manson, Bob Zaccardi Mehrdad Andisheh Andy Gurgan, Iran Civil Engineering — Naval Science Pvt. — 4, 3, 2, 1; Soccer Team; Monogram Club; Dean ' s List. When Andy came to America, he found out that learning the English language was not the only hurdle he had to get over, he also had other major problems like how to have a girl always close by — but never mentioning that taboo word marriage ! Andy found life pretty much a lot of fun here, classes being a snap, girls liking his foreign atmosphere, other cadets liking him for his easy going manner. We just regret losing him to twelve years in the Imperial Iranian Navy; a finer Brother Rat there never was. DYKES: Class of 1972: Joel Crowe Class of 1978: Tim Fredrickson, Harry Siepp David Livingston Applin Dave Newport News, Virginia English — Military Science Pvt. - 4, Cpl. - 3, Sgt. - 2, Capt. - 1; Cadet Staff - 3, 2; Bomb Photography Editor - 1; Bob Staff - 4, 1; President English Society - 1; Scuba Club - 4, 3; Varsity Rifle Team - 3, 2; Ranger School Leaving the snug security of Mama and Poppa Applin on August 19, 1971 Little Davie entered the Institute not knowing where his home would be at Christmas break. This didn ' t bother Little Davie as he proceeded to make his mark on V.M.I. Rising through the ranks from private to Cadet Captain, Little Davie left his impression on many rats with his cry of Whoa Magnet . Always setting his standards high, Davie is one of the few of this class to reach his goals. Little Davie will always be remembered by Brother Rats and underclassmen as an outstanding and hard-driving individual. He is assured of success in anything he choses to do. DYKES: Class of 1972; J. R. Bell Class of 1978; Tom Shaw, Mark McKissick Dean Huntington Armstrong Jr. Armpit Pit Big Jim Coroapolis, Pennsylvania Modern Languages - Platoon Leaders Class Pvt. - 4, Cpl, First Sgt. - 2, First Lt. IS-5) - 1; Lacrosse - 4, 3, 2, 1; Honor Court 1; 1975 Rat Line Committee; Head of Figure Committee 1975 Ring Figure; Library Assistant - 3, 2, 1 (Head Assistant - 2, 1); Ghetto Ranker; Douglas Carter France Award 1974; Steering Committee for Evaluation of the Institute; Spook the Hoke Sentials Dean, known as Pit , has lived in the Ghetto and roomed with privates throughout his cadetship, but somehow he has managed to become one of the top-ranking cadets in our class. At first it looked like Pit would become VMI ' s Third Marine Corps Commandant. The marines, looking for a few good men, found a good one in Pit , but this good man didn ' t want anything to do with the Jar-heads, even though he does like to patrol deserted islands instead of party on them. Dean replaced Marine summer camp with a trip to Mexico where he found his life ' s ambition. Dean saw the light and became a private with stripes, not even knowing his right from his left. As the rank diminished the parties became plenty but his studies always prevailed. Pit always seemed to do more than was expected and maybe some day he will do the unexpected and use Big Jim . DYKES; Class of 1972; Marshall Pinkard Class of 1978: Mark Lambert, Wads Bugg Joseph Victor Arthur III Vic Artie Bubus Bush Pig Cannon Arthur Winchester, Virginia Civil Engineering — Military Science Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Honor Court - 2, 1 ; Dean ' s List; General Steering Committee; Ghetto; Plantation Boys - 2; Hide-A-Way Boys - 1; Rugby - 4, 3, 2; Young Republicans - 4 This VMI playboy came to us from the apple capital of the world. After coming to VMI, Vic ' s Machisimo led him to new horizons with the jet set on the sunny Florida Beaches, but he found his country charm did not appeal to Florida girls. Vic returned to home ground and made out detailed plans for the attack of Hungry Hill. Time after time Vic planned an attack on Hungry Hill, but even with the help of the Plantation Boys and a secret weapon called a Hide-A-Way special Vic ' s plans seemed to always fail. Hopefully Vic will be able to conquer Hungry Hill with a few more private lessons from the Generalisimo. Putting all kidding aside, Vic is probably one of the most sincere and open people in our class. He loves to help and do things for others. This is evident in his many school and church activities. Vic has a lot of love and respect for his parents and his friends, much more than he does for himself, but this over-critizing of himself seems to be over-shadowed by the overwhelming respect our class has for Vic. DYKES: Class of 1972; Rocky Yost Class of 1978; Andy Marshall, Buc Bartosik, Doug Hines Douglas P. Baird Doug, Dufus Bored Hillside, New Jersey English — Air Force President W.L.U.R. Radio Club; International Relations Club; Private; Cadre; Zoo Crew; Timmins Society; English Society; Rum Truckers; V.M.I. Theatre: Third Class Activities Committee; Aggressors; Rat Training. South, out of the smog of New Jersey he came and it was immediately apparent how Doug ' s next four years would be spent. His cadetship would be a series of schemes and permits trying to get a furlough home to see that special girl he had left behind. Somehow, in between IRC trips, BOMB Furloughs, Recruiting Furloughs and any other way out of the Institute that happened along, Doug has managed to become one of Lexing- ton ' s most famous DJ ' s, log in quite a few nights at the Paramount, and even study some in spite of everything else. When Doug finally returns home he will once and for all be with that same young lady he left behind four years earlier (a record for a cadet). We wish them well. DYKES: Class of 1972; Fred Allison Class of 1978; Jim Breen, Bill Leavenworth John Dwight Soren Bangs Johnny Boy Frog JD A. P.O. Frankfurt, Germany Electrical Engineering — Military Science Monogram Club -3,2,1; Rat Football; Varsity Football - 3; Soccer 2, 1 ; Wrestling - 4, 3, 2, 1 ; I.E.E.E.; Young Republicans. Frog came to the I with expectations of being a super-jock. Well, Frog, your days of jumping from lilly pad to lilly pad are shot, but never fear, those all-nighters with E.E. labs and tests were not in vain. Aside from academics and sports Frog has to be one of the best sleep-talkers I have known, but it ' s like everything else he does, it just never makes much sense. Regardless of Frog ' s spastic reactions we had all had a few good laughs from his presence. Keep on jumping Frog, you will hit the right liily pad one of these days. DYKES: Class of 1972: Phil Clayton Class of 1978: Jim Bohlin li Harry Hayes Barksdale, Jr. Thomas Stephen Baur Sosthenes Behn III Paul Alan Bernard Don Joseph Bernardini James Joseph Berny Paul Stewart Blair 34 David Wesley Bohon Harry Hayes Barksdale, Jr. Jingles Danville, Va, Electrical Engineering Air Force Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Dean ' s List; Who ' s Who; Honor Court 1; Prosecutor - 1; Baseball - 4, 3, 2, 1. In my four years at VMI, I have found something to be thankful for, men whom I can call my Brothers. I thank Kevin, Danny R., The Hulk, Johnny, Frizzer, Mike, and CT for being the type of friends that are so unique to VMI. The Boys I will remember best; however, are the boys from 111, Glenn, Danny, and Popeye. Three years they put up with me, and the love and respect I have for them is beyond words. And who can forget the big CE and the sunshine he brought to my life in April, 1973. Finally I would like to say that my four years at VMI and the remaining years of my life are dedicated to Mom and Dad who have given me more love and patience than anyone could ever hope for. DYKES: Class of 1972: Mike Teubner Class of 1978: Jeff Yates Thomas Stephen Baur Dr. Jack Huntington, West Virginia Biology — Infantry Cpl., Sgt., Lt.; Football 4, 3; Aerobics Table 3, 2, 1; University Bus Club 1 ; Brand ' s Supper Club. Traditions abound at V.M.I, and here I am in the midst of another, the class history. I guess it is expected of me to write a humorous recollection of my last four years, but instead I ' d like to waiver from the tradition and dedicate this, my portion of the book, to a great bunch of guys without whom I would never have survived here for 4 years. We have given, we have taken, and we have shared in a truly fraternal relationship. Each an individual in his own right, yet all attached by a common bond called friendship. This I dedicate to you. Thanks — Rico, Buckwheat, Garland, Tony, Dago, Kimbo, and Moonpie. DYKES: Class of 1972: Bob Bailey Class of 1978: Ned Stepanovich Sosthenes Behn III Bim Sos Carcavelos, Portugal Economics — Military Science Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; All Pro; Armed Forces Club; Young Republicans; V.M.I. Grotto; Judo; U.S. Army R.F.Y.L.; International Relations Club. ' Where be his quiddities now, his quillets, his cases, his tenures, and his tricks? Why does he suffer this rude knave now to knock him about the sconce with a dirty shovel, and will not tell him of his action of battery? Hum! This fellow might be in time a great buyer of land, with his statutes, his recognizances, his fines, his double vouchers, his recoveries. In this the fine of his fines and the recovery of his recoveries, to have his fine pate full of fine dirt? ' Hamlet, V. i. 107-118 DYKES: Class of 1972: Joe Morgan Class of 1978: Dave Yerkes Paul Alan Bernard Nard Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Hop Floor - 4, 3, 2, 1; Cheerleaders - 3, 2, 1 - Head; Fire Fighter; Plantation Boy; Aquatic Warrior; C.B.S.; Summer Society. Nard has done things the hard way his entire stay at V.M.I. He started out his third class year as assistant shooter of Little John at football games, and worked his way to the top and head cheerleader his senior year. Paul has always had a way with women, being shot-down on the field of honor his rat, third, and second class years. It is rumored that this is what caused that spaced-out feeling commonly known as Nardism. Nard will probably finish out his senior year on confinement (much to the dismay of Abby), and will also probably graduate in May with a 1.995. (Much to the dismay of the instructors.) DYKES: Class of 1972: Robert Maxfield Class of 1978: Carl Esche Don Joseph Bernardini Don Blauvelt, New York English — Air Force Cpl., Sgt., Lt.; Dean ' s List; Pre-Law Society; V.M.I. Theatre Treas.; Glee Club Historian — Assistant Director; Fencing Team; English Society; Hop Floor; Honors candidate. When Don entered V.M.I, in August 1971 he had one very important possession, Janet, and he leaves here with the same. With many thoughts during his sentence here of exchanging his ' prized ' cadetship for the real college life of Madison, Don decided to stick it out. Though initially a Biology major, Don quickly righted the error of his ways to become an extremely conscientious English major and pre-law student. From the poise and expertise exhibited on the stage, to the hustle and determination shown on the athletic field, Don has proven himself a consistent performer. With as many assets as Don possesses, not the least of which being Janet, he will assuredly be an outstanding success in whatever field of endeavor he chooses. DYKES: Class of 1972: John Friermuth Class of 1978: Tom Mock James Joseph Berny J.J. T.H.E. Mole Mole Beany Jackson Heights, New York Chemistry - Biology - Military Science Pvt., Cpl., Sgt., Pvt.; Army ROTC Scholarship; D.M.S.; Dean ' s List; Academically Distinguished; Ring Design Committee; A.C.S.; Young Republicans 4, 3,2,1; Pre-Med Society 3, 2, 1 ; Perverted Corner 3, 1 ; The Bowery Boys 2, 1; Super Summer ' 74. T.H.E. Mole, the boy from Jackson Heights, N.Y., walked in Jackson Arch in August of ' 71 with a chemistry book in one hand and a beer can in the other. Now J.J. has graduated to Medicine, and anything more than 86 proof. In the four years that J.J. has spent at V.M.I., he has done such illustrious things as float down the Maury au natural, visited his sleeping B.R. ' s at 4 and 5 A.M., and last but not least, make the transformation from Sergeant to clown all in one eventful evening. In a more serious light, Jim has proved to all of us in the biology department that a man can major in both chemistry and biology at the same time without giving up the finer things in life (i.e. females and fire water). As J.J. leaves the Big I in his little red molemobile, we wish him the best of luck in Medicine, and present him with one, large type, bottle of aspirin. DYKES: Class of 1972: Wayne Pamprel Class of 1978: Ken Lafferty Paul S. Blair Moonpie Lexington, Kentucky Pvt.; Aerobics Table. We will grieve not, rather find strength in what remains behind. William Wordsworth Thank you and God bless you all. DYKES: Class of 1972: Pete Ramsey Class of 1978: Ron Carter, Rich Meredith David Wesley Bohon Beau Block Roanoke, Virginia Chemistry — Marine Corps Pvt. - 4, 3; MSgt. - 2; Capt. - 1 ; Bravo Company Commander - 1 ; Young Republicans - 4, 3; Cadet Staff - 4, 3; Rangers - 3; Aggressors - 2; PLC - 3, 2, 1; Member ACS - 3; Vice-president ACS - 2. Bouncing into the institute on matriculation day he made an immediate impression on the B. Co. corporals who gave him the title Bouncing Baby Bohon. This along with other minor setbacks caused Beau to spend his first two years at V.M.I, as a private. However, in his last two years his desire for rank was realized as he moved from private to B. Co. CO. Beau ' s major achievements at V.M.I, cannot be enumerated in terms of clubs or organizations to which he has belonged. His achievements are those of a person whose drive, determination, and friendship have become known throughout the Corps. With his graduation Beau will leave behind the legacy of having balanced on the edge of matrimony, coming to his senses just in time to regain his carefree foothold on life. Best of luck and life to one of the few good men . DYKES: Class of 1972: Buddy Conklin Class of 1978: Mike Braunstein, Charlie Be aver IF W Gary Scott Bradley Ronald Joseph Bongiovanni Emil Brenckman III Sidney Wade Bowman Harry Lee Broaddus Dan Holder Brooks Clarence Tellouch Bryant III 36 Steven John Chapin Ronald Joseph Bongiovanni Bongee Bongo Ron Woodstown, N.J. Civil Engineering — Artillery W. West Plum St. Gusto Club; Ghetto - 3, 2, 1; Rt. - 60 Travelers; Football, 4 years; O.G.A.; RDC; Pizza Merit Badge; Spaghetti Bender; Pres., SOS Club; Recondo; Grub, Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Boxing. Matriculation day decisions were no different for Bongo, than those found in scanning the latest racing form, both creating apprehension and doubt. But, being the confident gambling man he is, Ron relied on his instinct to pick a winner; C.E., or better known as Co Education. The race was off, and it wasn ' t long before Ron established the lead as the Italian Stallion , thanks to, Baldwin, Sem, and Duke. Feeling confident socially, Ron again relied on intuition in coping with the ROTC game, but to his dismay running in this game carried numerous connotations. Puzzled, Ron chose to excel in only one facit, block running , solely because he felt it supplemented his Recondo Training. It is apparent then that Ron will always be ahead in anything he does whether its girls or beer IPiels only), and we know if things don ' t go his way. Bongo can always drop back and punt. Oh, Bongo! DYKES; Class of 1972: Jim Bailey Class of 1978; Greg Arnette Tom Replogle Sidney Wade Bowman Wade S-Dubs Bo Franklin, Virginia Biology — Moron Science Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Dean ' s List - 4; Ghetto - 2, 1; Rugby - 4, 3, 2; J.V. Basketball - 2; Plantation Boys - 2; Decadent Grotto - 2, 1; World Class Foot-breaker - 4, 3, 2; All-Star Main Sinks Baseball. Wade came to V.M.I, after a year at Hampden-Sidney where he spent most of his time researching female anatomy and human behavior at Frat parties. His interests carried over to V.M.I, in the slightly modified form of the Biology curriculum. Always recognizable by his easy-going manner, bloodshot eyes, and many aspects of the V.M.I, experience. Big Red Basketball, late night Ghetto BS. sessions, of all night main simks baseball games with little R and the big O. Third class year found him rooming in the zoo with Glasscow and right down the stoop from the first ranked corporal of Dog Co. (watch it Wade!) Second class year he graduated to the Ghetto and spent all his weekends with some silly Savage from back home. Bill came back from a wild fling at ASU. As we head on our final lap toward Graduation we find Wade on the Commandant ' s Ail-American Conduct Pro club, intramural football stud, and Bio. dept. flunky. Oh! One more thing. Thanks Wade, you ' ve made this hole more enjoyable for me. DYKES; Class of 1972; Joel McGrady Class of 1978; Don Robey Gary Scott Bradley Brad Atlanta, Georgia History - ROTC Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Dean ' s List; Neff ' s Nerds; Co-Capt. of Porkers; BUFU founding father; Co-owner Room 13 Econo-travel Motel; Recondo. From early in Brad ' s childhood, he had the destiny to become a VMI cadet. This is exemplified by his father ' s statement, Son, you can go to any college that you choose, but if you want me to pay for it, you ' ll go to VMI. Fortunately, Brad ' s mild manner has remained with him during his four years here. Girls don ' t excite him, the military doesn ' t excite him, and even the 10-6-25 from Col. Ax didn ' t excite him. Brad is no different from any other man in that he has his weaknesses too. To get top performance out of him, merely tempt him with a basketball or a bottle of bourbon. Brad, the past four years have been damn good ones. If we don ' t meet in that great alumni house in the sky, I ' ll see you in the Underground with a Hurricane in my hand. DYKES; Class of 1972; Dwight Roland Class of 1978; Gary Greco Bob Gansauer Emil Brenckman III Trey Newport News, Virginia Modern Language — Air Force Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Soccer - 4; Riding Club; Firefighters; FIP; 2.0 Club; Zoo Crew. Trey ' s cadetship has been uphill all the way. He ' s been chasing grades since his rat year; however, he finally in a sprint, caught and exceeded the Golden 2.0 this year. Even though his cadetship has been hard work. Trey has managed to keep hi s spirits high and his demerit card low. Socially, he is the only guy I know that has gotten shot down before he got his airplane started. But late developments may change all that and next year they are going to dedicate the road to Sem. to him. Best of Luck to Trey in the Air Force and getting those wings. DYKES; Class of 1972; Andy Davis Class of 1978; Russ Johnson Steve Thompson Harry Lee Broaddus The Walking Death Grampa Harry Lee Pittsboro, North Carolina Chemistry — Infantry Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Class Activities Committee - 3, 2; Zoo Crew - 3, 2, 1; Rangers - 2; Ac. Pro. Club - 3, 2; Super Summer ' 74 ' . This is Harry Lee Broaddus, who began as a Chem Major and held true to it despite many long hours in the labs and related headaches; but, he changed in other ways. For one thing, he experienced a steady upward progression from Marine to civilian. After his rat year he learned how to get along with the administration. He shed the nickname Wild Man and in general became distinctively Harry. Perhaps the most outstanding thing about this young man is his interest in women, outstandmg even for a VMI Cadet. For three years runnmg he ' s been Director of Documents on the subject, and he ' s had a wider representation of dates than most of us, but he ' ll tell you that W. C. Fields was right when he said, Women are like elephants to me. I like to look at ' em but I wouldn ' t want to own one. Good Luck to a Great Brother Rat. DYKES; Class of 1972: George Williams Class of 1978; Andy Morrison Dan Holder Brooks Butch DB Whitesville, Kentucky Economics — Air Force Cpl., 1st Sgt., Captain, F Company CO; Sport Parachute Club, Scuba Club, Diving Club, WLUR Radio Club, Arnold Air Society, Cheerleader, Rat Training; Gold Coast. Dan is the sort of VMI man who has done everything — scuba flying, once-a-year-just-to-prove-l-do-it parachuting, and cheerleading — yet he still found a little time for working in the Root Cellar. This in itself isn ' t so surprising, as he ' s survived four years in our own scaled-up version of the Dirty Dozen — that is, F Troop. This year — rising above the highly touted Sgt. Rock — Dan is leading this band of unconventional heroes in further adventures. Those of us in the PX Supper Club and the Weekly Drink-Along-with- John Association will perhaps remember Dan as a sane if not exactly sobering influence on our escapades. This is not a bad way of being thought of in the later years; in fact, it ' s pretty good for right now. Keep them flying, Dan. DYKES; Class of 1972; Alan McElroy Class of 1978; Mark Dunford, Rick McDonald Clarence Tellouch Bryant III C.T. The Neck The Hick Roseland, Virginia Civil Engineering — Military Science —Armor Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Captain of Ghetto Garbage; ASCE. The Hick was well known during his rat year for the destruction of both Room 454 and J. B. Banana peels and shaving cream decorated barren walls of our new home. C.T. was displaying his acrobatic ability on his hayrack, along, with his unexpected magical act, when he disappeared through the newly broken springs and hit the floor with a sharp thud. During his third class year, C.T. promised that he had never and never will date a northern girl. During his third class year, C.T. discovered his new-found love from Pennsylvania, Diane; or was it Diane that discovered C.T. Whatever, C.T. and Diane were engaged the night of Ring Figure 1975. Now that the game is nearing the end, we as his roommates would like to wish Clarence and Diane a beautiful life together. DYKES: Class of 1972; John Robinson Class of 1978; Tom Tucker, Steven Powers Steven John Chapin Steve Whale Ohio Pvt. - 4, 2, 1, Cpl. - 3; Basketball - 4, 3, 2, 1; Monogram Club; Golf Team; Recondo Club; Ghetto; Plantation; Ohio State Booster. Steve came from Ohio and through four years of planning how to leave, he finally realized the best way to get out was through graduation. His love of basketball and the rack is unequaled. What will the Plantation do without you? Steve was never hurting for the softer side of life. What will the girls from Sem. do when he leaves? I wish I ' d been born a Wop. The Dirty Sock Club has a new gold star member. His ability to survive in a strange place and still laugh when the confinement was posted stayed through his years here. DYKES: Class of 1972: Fred Allison Class of 1978; Pat Kelley Bernard Leiand Cobb Frank Baker Cole, Jr. Xjt Guy Frederick Conte Kenneth Lewis Cook John Costa Bernard Leiand Cobb Bernie Hopewell, Virginia Chemistry — Air Force Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Dean ' s List; Gold Coast; Arnold Air Society; Member - R.D.C.; 1975 Ring Figure Committee; Scuba Club; B Company Guidon. From Hopewell came a rat, with Chemistry book in hand, determined to wrestle the White Thumb Award away from Betty Crocker. However, as fate would have it, nature placed distractions in Bernie ' s way when, in April of ' 72 he met Margo. Since that time, his contribution to the Class has been Bernie ' s Bus Lines , which operates on a near weekly basis from Lexington to Farmviile. However, one cannot overlook Bernie ' s academic achievements. Never once did he fail to know the TV schedule at least a full week in advance. We will always remember Bernie as a true B.R. when he loaned out his car (only a few weeks old) our second class year. What greater proof need be presented? Now as we pack our bags to depart these hallowed halls and Bernie turns Southward toward Georgia Tech, we all wish him the best of luck. DYKES: Class of 1972: Chip Spyker Class of 1978: Bobby Brown Frank Baker Cole Jr. Cool Richmond, Virginia Civil Engineering — Field Artillery Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Dean ' s List; ASCE; DMS, 1975 Policy Committee. Did you see that rat on the stoop? How spaced can you get? How can one describe Frank? He constantly had deep thoughts on his mind. Is there any other way we can explain his four years in the clouds? Cool spent his cadetship on short trips between Earth and Mars, stopping occasionally along the way to study, and for numerous blind dates. Then someone came along holding the Book that changed his life. Yet, through all his hard work over the years, all his wild weekends, and all these girls, only one thought remained on his mind — to graduate from VMI, a civil engineer. He has succeeded in his task, and we all want to congratulate Frank; wishing him all the luck in the world. DYKES: Class of 1972: Sonny Brittle Class of 1978: Ronnie Milligan, Pen James Charles Joseph Collins, Jr. Charlie Chas Chasmo Suffern, New York History — Infantry Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Dean ' s List; Who ' s Who; DMS; Ghetto; President OGA; Lacrosse Club — 4, 3, 2, 1 ; Vice President and Tri-Captam - 1 ; Bomb Staff - 3, 1; Cadet Staff - 2, 1 ; International Club; Ring Figure Activities Committee; I.R.A. For being a man is the continuing battle of one ' s life, and one loses a bit of manhood with every stale compromise to the authority of any power in which one does not believe. Norman Mailer DYKES: Class of 1972: Charles F. Holsen Class of 1978: Richard Wetherill Vernon Lee Conner Vern V.C. Mickey Melbourne, Florida English — Air Force Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Gentleman Ranker Society; AFROTC Scholarship - 4, 3, 2, 1; 1975 Ring Figure Magazine; VMI Cadet - 4, 3, 2, 1; Young Republicans - 4, 1 ; Arnold Air Society - 2, 1 ; English Speaking Union - 1 ; TAC Trifling Team; Zoo Crew. From the time he arrived at VMI, Vern was destined for notariety. As a frosh he got a letter addressed to Rat Barracks Commander which the upper three classes took great interest in. Adjustment and grades were a problem at first, but he bounced back and has been going strong ever since. Armed with a pair of Mickey Mouse ears and that incredibly corny sense of humor, he made life bearable for those around him and carved his niche here. There is a group called by a roommate Conner ' s Women but that ' s another story. Beneath it all lurks a hard worker who plans life. In summation, he ' s best described as a good Cadet, a better friend and a great Brother Rat. DYKES: Class of 1972: Chuck Hall Class of 1978: Ralph Williams, Jim Doyle Douglas Robert Conte Doug D.R. Scotia, New York History — Air Force Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Brass Ensemble - 4; Militaria Society - 4; Firefighters - 2, 1; Karate Club - 2; Cadet Assistant in Geology - 2, 1; Dean ' s List - 4, 3, 2, 1; Academically Distinguished - 2, 1; English Speaking Union - 1. Doug has been known as the academic nut of New Barracks and can often be seen floating around in the bowels of Scot Shipp after a concentrated night of study. His pipe is his trademark, as is his fanatical desire for classical music and the National Lampoon Radio Hour. Hailing from the unlikely place of Scotia, New York, Doug has been the constant target of good natured verbal abuse from his boys in 1 1 1 . He has, however, always retained his composure and returned an effective broadside. As a final tribute and farewell to a dear friend, I would like to wish this witty northern native the very best of luck in the many years ahead. DYKES: Class of 1972: Monty Blankenship Class of 1978: Dave Wrenn Guy Frederick Conte G.F. God King White Plains, N.Y. History — Military Science Pvt. - 4, Cpl. - 3, Sgt. - 2, Pvt. - 1, Class President, Who ' s Who, Pre-Law Society, Tankers, Wrestling — 1, Ring Figure Committee, Ring Design Committee. The King assumed his throne in the spring of 1972, and now must relinquish his crown for bigger and greener things. The famous hero of the worst seller, The King and I , has spent the last four years of his life dedicated to what he believed was best for the Institute and ' 75. His reward was much personal satisfaction along with a few close friends. Fufilling his 33.3333% commitment as a part of the Three Muskeeteres has been a most rewarding experience for the other two. Many trying, crying, and drinking times has shown Guy just what and who the world is really about. G.F., always remember: The Lord Giveth, and the Lord Taketh Away , and not too many people have been in your position to give and take. Best of luck in life, law, and love, with whomever it may be. DYKES: Class of 1972: Kevin Smith Class of 1978: Bob Sica Kenneth Lewis Cook Fairfax, Virginia Civil Engineering — Military Science When I first came to VMI, I was empty and without life. But after my third class year, I met Jesus Christ and asked him into my life and recognized my helplessness without him. I found joy in Jesus! Jesus said, I am the way, the truth, and the life, and no man comes to the Father except by me. (John 14:6) For all have sinned and come short of the glory of God. (Romans 3:23) But there is hope! He was made man for us that we might be the righteousness of God in him. (Corinthians 5:21 ). Look at your life. Do you have joy and peace? Recognize that you are a sinner and accept Jesus Christ as your Saviour. Become the righteousness of God! My address is: 9323 Glenbrook Rd., Fairfax Virginia 22030. PTL DYKES: Class of 1972: James Mcleod Class of 1978: Mike Wright, Dan Lorenz, Jerry Placik John Costa Johnny John-Boy Little Man Massapequa, New York English — Air Force Pvt., Cpl., Sgt., 1st Lt. (1st Btn. S-1); Dean ' s List; Academically Distinguished; President of the Honor Court; Timmins Music Society; Vice-President of Young Democrats; English Society; International Relations Club; Newswriter; VMI Cadet; Who ' s Who Among Students in American Colleges and Universities; Ghetto; Vice-Pres., 3.0 No-Go Club. It might be months, or years, or days, I kept no count, I took no note, I had no hope my eyes to raise, and clear them of their dreary mote; At last men came to set me free; I asked no why, and reck ' d not where; It was at length the same to me, I had learned to love despair. And thus when they appear ' d at last, and all my bonds aside were cast. These heavy walls to me had grown. A mermitage — and all my own! My very chains and I grew friends, so much a long communion tends. To make us what we are; even I regained my freedom with a sigh. The Prisoner of Chillon Lord Byron DYKES: Class of 1972: Jeff Chell Class of 1978: Ron Lee, Jim Leech w ,., John Henry Crenshaw, Jr. V • Samuel Hawes Crim Raymond James Davis III Frederick Corbet Davison, Jr. Andrew John Dearman, III John Henry Crenshaw, Jr. Rughead Zippo Crench Johnny Newport News, Va. Biology — Infantry Pvt., Sgt., 1st Captain; Who ' s Who; Academically Distinguished; Dean ' s List; Airborne; VMI Ranger; DMS; VMI Self Study Committee 1975; Policy Committee Sub Chairman; Sports Parachute Club; Honor Court. Fresh from his high school days in Hampton, Johnny headed for VMI with his footlocker and Afro Shein. Not long thereafter with the supply of Afro Shein decreasing, John embarked on a rat obstacle course avoiding Harry coming off 1-81. Moving onto the 3rd stoop, corporal stripes were not big enough for Johnny ' s head so he recruited melon head. As stripes increased to Sergeant, John ' s problems increased to: How does a ring go airBORNE? Moving onto first class year with R.C. and H.C., we his roommates, have accepted his new friends, homos, spooks and the likes. All kidding aside, John has been an outstanding B.R. and in the future we know John will be a man among men and a true leader in all endeavors. Good Luck - Your B.R. ' s. DYKES: Class of 1972: James Barry Bartley Class of 1978: Bruce E. Martin, William O. Young Samuel Hawes Crim Ho-Ho Lexington, Virginia Civil Engineering — Field Artillery Pvt. - 4, Cpl. - 3, Sgt. - 2, Lt. - 1 ; Zoo; Cadet Battery; American Society of Civil Engineers. In future years, when we look back and remember our Brother Rats, each will be remembered for different reasons. In Sam ' s case, the first thing to come to mind will be his ever-present, good-natured smile. How many people could room with Mes and the Man of Steel , make every composite guard ever mounted, spend two weeks at Fort Bragg on CQ duty, put up with the CE department, and all the kidding that goes with being a towny, and still finish his four years at VMI with a smile on his face? In his parade up the rank structure, Sam has managed to take a couple of semesters off and still finish up as a Delta Company lieutenant. Yes, grinning. We wish him well, and keep on smiling. DYKES; Class of 1972: Drew Turner Class of 1978: Wes Shull Luther Charles Daniels, Jr. Danny Lima Charlie L.C. Luu-therCharles Chase City, Va. History — Armor Pvt. - 4, CpL - 3, Sgt. - 2, ILt. - 1; Delta Company Executive Officer, Airborne School, Dean ' s List, Cadet Staff, Intramural Handball, Soak and Joke Club. Luther came to us with a drawl and a desire to excell. I ' m proud to say my roommate still has the first and accomplished the second. Our Rat year the boy had a hard time staying awake which resulted in many trips to see Stacy. He survived though. He wanted something more. Early in his cadetship he had the desire to become a ranker as shown by his Saturday Night Sabre Drills with his dyke ' s sabre. Our third class year he settled down to some hard academics. The familiar phrase I don ' t have time for the X was oft heard in our room. His diligence paid off though as he has made Dean ' s List ever since. Although Danny was the Shoeshine Kid of our room, he still had time for a little ruckus. Hop Weekends were especially memorable. They started with the running of the block on Thursday night, continued with a nice weekend with Gerry, and concluded with a picnic at Goshen. Gerry, ah yes! Danny started with her and it looks like he ' ll finish that way; an accomplishment in itself. Danny has been the greatest roommate a cadet could want. There has been many a practical joke played and hard times shared. As I close, Danny is reading his Chase City Progress and all I can say is Good luck, L.C. DYKES: Class of 1972; Bill Long Class of 1978: Clyde Long, Tim Pishdad Daniel Jay Darnell Corp Vinton, Virginia History — Air Force Pvt. — 4, Cpl. - 3, Sgt. - 2, Lt. - 1; Dean ' s List; Academically Distinguished; Varsity Baseball - 4, 3, 1; Honor Court - 2; Prosecutor - 1 ; Arnold Air Society - 1 ; Monogram Club - 1 ; Rat Football — 4. Four years of my life have expired here at the Big I and I must admit they have been eventful ones. My boys in Rm 1 1 1 are primarily responsible for whatever success I may have enjoyed while here and to them I am deeply indebted. After all, how many people ever get the privilege of rooming with guys named Jingles, Popeye, and the Furr Monster? Vickie has stuck with me through thick and thin and has proved to be my mainstay when beset with an unlimited number of trials and tribulations. The kinship I feel toward my many friends is overwhelming and sincere and cannot be expressed in words. To all I say good luck and my door will always be open. DYKES: Class of 1972; Kim Colls Class of 1978: Zach Whitlow Thomas Maurice Dashiell Dashit Tommy Frederick, Maryland Biology - Air Force Pvt. - 4, Cpl. - 3, Sgt. - 2, Lt. - 1; Air Force Scholarship; Arnold Air Society; Fire-Fighters; High Rent District; 2.0 Club; Zoo Crew. How did a nice kid like Tom wind up in a place like this? For four years Tom had always been the willing recipient of CQ bull sessions in his room. In fact, his room has the record for getting its visitors boned for visiting during CQ. It is amazing that between this and the midnight wedgie wars, Tom has managed to stay off ac-pro. His Rat year saw trouble from the ratline with frequent social calls with the R.D.C. His 3rd class year saw Cpl. stripes and raunchy blind dates. But the 2nd class year saw Sgt. chevrons and NANCY! Air Force summer and summer school took away his vacations, but not his spirit. Well, good luck earning those navigator wings, Tom, and remember you ' ll be the same old Dashit to us. DYKES: Class of 1972: Denny Traubert Class of 1978; Tony Pileggi, Claude A. Hardison Raymond James Davis III Jim New Market, Virginia Civil Engineering — Military Science Pvt. - 4, 3; Sgt. - 2; Capt. - 1; Rat Football - 4; Rugby - 4, 3, 2, 1; President V.M.I. R.F.C. Jim didn ' t like very much about VMI, except for his rack and his weekends. Any weekend he could get away, he did. Many didn ' t know why he took so many weekends, but others knew it had something to do with Forestville and a certain girl there. DYKES: Class of 1972: Steve Breeding Class of 1978: Mike Moore Frederick Corbet Davison, Jr. Rick Athens, Georgia Physics — Air Force Pvt. - 4, 1; Cpl. - 3; Reg. S-5 Sgt. - 2; Who ' s Who; Dean ' s List; Society of Physics Students; Sigma Pi Sigma; Arnold Air Society; Rat Repelling Instructor; Airborne; Firefighters; AFROTC Scholarship; Perverted Corner; Varsity Quantum Team. From the time that I met this quiet Georgian, a greater friend could not have been found. What can you say about a man who likes the great outdoors, hiking, camping, and going places to see things that others only read about? His trip to Mexico was something only Rick could have done and really enjoyed. The rank structure has been a headache for Rick, but he placed his academics first, and because of this, was quietly overlooked. From our weekends spent studying, out running, or on a few trips away from the I , only the memories remain. Words cannot, or do not exist to express my feelings for this wonderful BR, roommate, and most of all, friend. I know he will be a success in whatever he does and happiness will be his. God bless him and thanks for everything. DYKES: Class of 1972: J. B. Ashcraft Class of 1978: Steven G. Burns Andrew J. Dearman III Lance Romance The Megaton Man Rat Football - 4; Varsity Football - 3, 2, 1; All Southern Conference 1972, 1973, 1974; All American 1973, 1974; Monogram Club; Who ' s Who; West Plum Street Social and Athletic Club; Sir Edmund Hillary Club; Ghetto - 2, 1. The hard hitting, fast acting, virgin beguiling, trash talking, cradle robbing, heavy eating, heavier drinking, Commandant-Snowing, tobacco- chewing, deer slaying, loud snoring, light sleeping, soul singing, saber wielding Southern Gentleman. Those opponents Lance could not physically beat on the field he would morally obliterate by snaking their dates after the game. This was one serpent who refused to stick with the grass, basking rather in the sunlight of accessible girls ' schools; and even when Lance fell victim of an unfortunate excursion in the Bananamobile, neither confinement, nor stick checks, nor Institute Supersleuths could cramp his lifestyle. DYKES: Class of 1972: Lou Pappas Class of 1978: Bill Bailey . c !f Daniel Dell ' Osso Robert Wilfred Deslongchamps, Jr. Jerry Joseph DeWaters Gregory Jon Diamontopulos Matthew Anthony James DiBiase Philip Wilson Dove Douglas Ear l Dunlap Freclericl Andrews Edwards III Daniel Dell ' Osso Dan Danny Gross Whop Dago Oakland, California English — Marines Pvt. - 4; 1st Cpl. - 3; 1st Sgt. - 2ncl; Dean ' s List; Ghetto; President Lacrosse Club - 1; Commanders; Cadet Staff; Cadet Assistant; Rat Football; New Aerobics Table; Cadet Program Board; University Bus. Club; Italian Lover. Which of us has known his brother? Which of us has looked into his father ' s heart? Which of us has not remained Forever prison-pent? Which of us is not Forever a Stranger and alone? DYKES; Class of 1972: David Strauss Class of 1978: Terry McKnight Robert Wilfred Deslongchamps, Jr. Chops Desi Napolean Alphonse Springfield, Virginia History — Armor Pvt. - 4, 3, 1; Sgt. •- 2; Dean ' s List - 2; 1975 Activities Committee: 1975 Policy Committee; Secretary - G.C. E.C; Civil War Roundtable; 1975 Ring Construction Commi ttee; Goon-Tunes; Gentleman Rankers Society; PX Club. Since our Rat year Desi has been both a charter member of the PX Supper Club and the Brother Rat Reminiscing Society. And I ' m sure he remembers the Gashouse Gang ' s blowout at the Paramount over Finals our Second Class year. These are some of the good memories that serve to counterbalance the pains of our Rat Year, when all of us had to step back and re-evaluate our goals and ourselves. Desi had been a Civil Engineer for about three semesters before he decided his main interests lay in Scott Shipp Hall ' s peanut gallery — Humm-Drumm ' s History Department. Switching curricula presented problems, but not enough to stop our hero from making Dean ' s List last year. So it seems the nightly visits to our beloved PX didn ' t hurt too much; perhaps there ' s a moral here somewhere. DYKES: Class of 1972: Baxter West Class of 1978: Bill Dunn, Gene Sveum Matthew Anthony James DiBiase Dib The Wop Irvington, New Jersey Chemistry — Air Force Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1 ; D Co.; Cadet Asst. Lejeune; Cadet Waiter; Rangers - 3; Rugby — 1; Armed Forces Club. Like Mark Twain ' s Connecticut Yankee, Dib came into the South flashing all of his fast smooth Yankee ways. With an Energy level high enough to run a major city, it sometimes got out of his control. When under control, however, he is an individual hard to hold. Even a temperature of 102° couldn ' t stop Dib from dragging travel weary friends off to a dance. Stepping into it , opening his mouth to take his foot out were common Dib situations. In order to become a success you must have self-confidence. Dib causes envy from all for this trait. Who else but a self-confidence-man could trade a $20 briefcase for a $150 radio. I am sure that if Watergate had continued Dib would have been named somewhere. With such traits, I think of no service which deserves Dib more than the Air Force. Wid-Ease . DYKES: Class of 1972: Salvatore Spada Class of 1978: Norm Cortese Philip Wilson Dove Phil Pineapple Honolulu, Hawaii English — Air Force Pvt. - 4, 1; Cpl. - 3; Sgt. - 2; Theater - 4, 1 ; Riding Team - 3, 2; English Society - 1 ; Cadet - 1; O.G.A. Committee. Phil arrived from the islands for some work, lots of fun, and some southern girls. After struggling through rat year and summer school, Phil realized that he would need lots of work, some fun, and Bridget if he was to graduate. Phil lived up to his new realization and earned the respect of the Bio and English Depts. (Trees and Roots Depts.) as well as that of his class. Unfortunately, success at the Institute never let Phil spend enough time with Bridget so she came for Ring Figure, Phil found himself engaged, and soon will be wearing his class ring through his nose. Good Luck and hang in there B.R. DYKES: Class of 1972: Herbert McMollock Class of 1978: Jack Donald Hogge Jerry Joseph DeWaters Wop JJ New York, New York Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Dean ' s Honor List - 3, 2, 1; Varsity Baseball - 4, 1; Secretary of General Committee, Secretary of Corps Council, Lacross Club — 2; Self-Study Steering Committee — 2; International Relations Club — 2, 1; ASCE-4, 3, 2, 1. The Wop is undoubtedly the most unselfish man I have met at V.M.I. His work for the class, and help for his friends all come from the bottom of his heart. JJ ' s stay is one of a plumber in love, making it at V.M.I, as one of the top Civil Engineers. His laugh, his wit, and serious consideration for others has gained respect from all those who have come to know him. Through his roommates ' drawing every cadet and Tac in barracks to ask, Where ' s Conte? , or Bone the Goon , Jerry kept his cool. Above all, however, to Jerry there is Alice. The Wop , still dates the same girl he did for five long years, and just a look at his desk lets you know he ' s proud of it! And so to Alice and Jerry, the class sends its luck (two hardheads), you ' ll probably do well anyway. Whether the best plumber in New York City, or the designer of the world ' s largest bridge, J.J. will succeed in a big way. DYKES: Class of 1972: Don Worrell Class of 1978: Dan Non-existent Rat Thornton Gregory Jon Diamontopulos The Greek Diamond Rock-umTouplos Sponge Diver D Long Beach, California History — Air Force Pvt. - 4, 3, 2; Ind Lt. - 1; Indoor Track - 3, 2, 1; Outdoor Track - 4, 3, 2, 1: Captain; College Republics - 4, 1; Zoo - 3, 2, 1; The Tac Trifling Team; Posit Committee. The Greek embarked upon the I with the California sun in his tan respectable length hair, a Cheshire Cat smile, and schemes of how to go Navy! His hair soon became another addition to the multicolored shag carpet on the barber ' s floor, his tan slowly disappeared, and his smile soon coupled with an enthusiasm for anything from peanut butter to women. As for going Navy .... if you look closely at his picture you will find the U.S.N, insignia; not that things are definite, but, he iust felt the Anchors Eagle looked better. Greek has had both good and bad times with the Palace, finally resulting in his rising from the rank o f peasantry to that of the gentry. Uncle Buck couldn ' t cope with his attitude problem, so he rewarded it. Greek was always quick with a laugh or a smile, being there when you needed him and even when you didn ' t. I know our paths will meet in the future. It vras a HELLUVA LAST YEAR! Good Luck, Brother Rat. DYKES: Class of 1972: Sterling R. Spencer, U.S.N. Class of 1978: Robert Vidrick Douglas Earl Dunlap Bear Panda Bear Mentor, Ohio Modern Languages — Military Science Armor; Cpl.; Sgt.; 1 Lt.-Exec. f Co.; U.S. Army Scholarship; DMS; Ranger; Aggressors; Tankers; Sport Parachute Club; Rat Training; Rat CO F Co.; Civil War Roundtable; 1975 Ring Figure Magazine; Charter Member PX Supper Club. To a small circle of his Brother Rats, Doug will always be remembered for a few select things. First, there ' s his strong passion for jaunty hats and greasy food — not necessarily in that order. Second, we recall the doomed trip to Richmond when Mike Smith tried to strangle poor Doug. That was just before our fabled Ring Figure; remember? Then who can forget the day our third class year that, as legend has it, Doug sweated blood during one of Uncle Al ' s Russian classes. ( He ' s a nice old man ) And, of course, the night our first class year that Doug was inhaled by the No. 3 bowling alley, chewed up, and promptly spewed out again. Always confident in his own abilities, Doug truly commands a great deal of respect from his superiors, subordinates, and most of all his Brother Rats. With dreams of Captaincy and Infantry glory, Douglas settled into his hay, his lieutenancy. Armor, and the PX. After the rain Cometh the fair weather. Aesop DYKES: Class of 1972: John Robinson Class of 1978: Steve Craig, Blaine Vorgang Frederick Andrews Edwards III Fred Norfolk, Virginia English — Armor Pvt. — 4, 1 , Corp. - 3, Sgt. - 2; Young Republicans and Young Democrats; Firefighters - 2; Peugot Repair Club; Cadet Staff - 4, 3, 2; VMI Elite Greys. Easy-going is the ideal description of Fred. In four years I have never seen him greatly upset. If he was, it was hidden well. Fred has been an off and on ranker during his stay at VMI. As a ranker he was too easy-going and as a private he was never a grub. Not a bad combination. Finally, the army has grabbed him in his last year at the Institute. Pro-Navy Edwards fought them three years before giving up. Fort Bragg will welcome him. DYKES: Class of 1972: Raymond Woodall Class of 1978: Yat Tarn and John Strohm ( B Craig Ernest Erickson Michael Ryburn Farris George Anthony Farry Robert Coleman Feller Anthony Walter Fiero, Jr. Michael Ralph Fleenor John Stewart Fleming William Abner Fowlkes, Jr. Craig Ernest Erickson Lief Virginia Beach, Virginia History — Military Science Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Track; Glee Club; English Speaking Society. I met a traveller from an antique land Who said: Two vast and trunkless legs of stone Stand in the desert . . . Near them, on the sand. Half sunk, a shattered visage lies, whose frown. And wrinkled lip, and sneer of cold command Tell that it ' s sculptor well those passions read Which yet survive, stampted on these lifeless things. The hand that mocked them, and the heart that fed: And on the pedestal these words appear: My name is Ozmandias, King of Kings: Look on my works, ye mighty, and despair! Nothing beside remains. Round the decay Of that colossal wreck, boundless and bare The lone and level sands stretch far away. ' Ozymandias ' P. B. Shelly DYKES: Class of 1972: Greg Griffith Class of 1978: Robby Burks and Paul Strickler Michael Ryburn Farris Mike Sweet Peter Abingdon, Virginia English - AFROTC Pvt. - 4, 3, Cpl. - 3, Sgt. - 2, 2nd Lt. - 1; Air Force; Cadet Staff - 4, 3; Young Replublicans 4; BUFU Founding Father; Co-owner Room 13 Econo-Travel Motel. Mike came to VMI with the aspirations of being different from his high school contemporaries. In this he succeeded. Mike did not crank down on academics his rat year (what can you expect of an English major taking CE chemistry) but he became a top notch PX pathfinder. Mike became a regular on the all pro team for the first th ree semesters and he loved Mother Institute so much, he was to return three summers standing. While working his way up the academic ladder, Sweet Peter became the hit of many a party. Mike ' s second class year he fulfilled his goal of becoming a ranker, a studious student and having a hull ' uva time on weekends and at Hops. (That was quite a feat, doing that soft shoe on the out-house roof at Zollmans) Mike has been quite a womanizer his four years at VMI. His latest conquest has been that sweet young thing from Puerto Rico, which may prove to be a permanent addition. DYKES: Class of 1972: Taz Carrington Class of 1978: Bill Tilley, Mike Gotham George Anthony Farry Tony Civil Engineering — Military Science Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Football - 4, 3, 2, 1 ; Dean ' s List; Who ' s Who; Distinguished in German Merit — 2, 1 ; Monogram Club; Fellowship of Christian Athletes. When I entered VMI, I was a young, misinformed, and immature 16 years old. Since that time I have come to understand what VMI is all about. VMI has provided me with one of the finest educations I could imagine. The Institute has also given me a chance to meet and make a few friends. Besides these few glimmers of happiness, VMI has been a thorn in my side. One thought that I always try to live by is Do unto others as you would have them do unto you. The Virginia Military Institute is a total contradiction to this statement. Finally, I would like to thank a few people for providing me with those few glimmers of happiness. They are Tom, Garland, Rico, Buckwheat, Danny, Andy, Allen, Dago, Oscarr, Harry, Billy, and Jo, and all the rest of the gang. Last but not least I must extend a thank you to a family who has done so much for me that I could never repay. The Millers. DYKES: Class of 1972: Pete Ramsey Class of 1978: Tom Ferguson, Andy Faulconer Robert Coleman Feller Troll R.C. North Plainfield, New Jersey English Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Gentleman Rankers Society; Zoo Crew - 4, 3, 2, 1; Dean ' s List; VMI Theatre - 4; Executive Board - 3, 2, 1; English Society — 4, 3, 2, (Treasurer) 1 ; Young Republicans — 4, 3, 2, 1 ; Timmons Society - 3, 2, 1; 1975 Activities Comm. - 3, 2. When the Troll hit Barracks each side had to give a little. What more can be said about a man who, when sent to dyke school, kicks open the door and says, We ' re here! Coleman ' s quest for self-improvement has served as a fine example to all who knew him. His successful quest has led him from the Army to 4-F, and good grades while bucking the entire English Dept. His memorable sense of humor has allowed him to laugh at everything (including blind dates). Hang in there BR, you ' ll excel! in whatever you try. Attempting to be more than Man we become less, William Blake. DYKES; Class of 1972: John Martin Class of 1978: James McCombs Anthony Waiter Fiero, Jr. Tony Valley Stream, New York Economics — Armor Pvt. - 4, 1, Cpl. - 3; Sgt. - 2; Dean ' s List; Cadet Assistant; Business Manager - 1975 Bomb. Tony entered V.M.I, having no idea of the rare college life that he would soon be leading. Bound and determined after a slow start as a rat, things began to iron themselves out and Tony was here to stay. A taste of Biology, and a taste of rank met his disapproval, so he chalked them up to experience. Although Frank always tried to convince him of how good it was to be down South in Virginia and North Carolina, he never seemed to appreciate Southern hospitality (V.M.I, and summer camp). Weird letters led Tony to Holley late in his rat year. She promptly became devotedly his forever. Good luck to both the economics major and to Holley in all your future projects. DYKES: Class of 1972: Pat Nealon Class of 1978: Steve Jackson IVIichael Ralph Fleenor Mike The Bag Doc Bristol, Virginia Biology — Air Force Pvt. - 4, Cpl. - 3, Sgt. - 2, Lt. - 1 ; Dean ' s List; Who ' s Who; Academically Distinguished; Pre-Med Society; Civil War Roundtable; Arnold Air Society; The Tub Club; Space-Port. Ignoring many warnings not to come here, Mike arrived on 19 August, 1971 , and embarked on a totally different experience. He soon found that Stonewall ' s advice was best, and tried to adhere to it. This meant hard work, but also many good times for The Bag while floating on Lake 37 with Nice, Some, Uncle Dave, and EE, and defending the fort against numerous attacks from the Porkers and the Wee People . One can ' t forget the trips back to the Hills and especially the visits to VI. All the hard work paid off on 12 September, 1974, when his acceptance finally came and all was GO for MCV and the civilian life again. All this may seem very simple, but there ' s still one very intriguing question, Who paid for it? So all that ' s left to be said is, Keep on truckin ' and luck to all. DYKES: Class of 1972: Jon DiMarco Class of 1978: Jerry Hillard, Jack Webber John Stewart Fleming S3NA-BIRD Portsmouth, Virginia Water Polo - 4, Ghetto, OGA Liason - 2, OGA - 1 , CC - 1 , 10 -55 Club, Plantation 1 and 2, Cold Feet Club. This young virgin from Churchland had an 18 yr. string of bad luck going before entering VMI. Needless to say, it continued in most aspects for this late bloomer. Two typical examples come to mind immediately. There was the time he took his roommates guard and received a No. 2 for relieving himself from his post (both figuratively and literally). Then there was the time he and his roommates were caught for visiting after taps and wouldn ' t you know Stu was the only one to receive a special! Of course you can ' t always keep a good man down (in this case standing would be a more appropriate word). That eventful moment when the bud blossoms into a flower did finally happen for Stu. The only problem was that we didn ' t hear about it for 2 days afterwards. Stu summed the reason for his silence as It took my breath away. Since that eventful night Stu has become a real lady ' s man. He has had dates with girls of various levels of education; Jr. High, Sr. High, and believe it or not, even with some Semis. Of course I ' m not going to mention the senior citizen who picked him up at no place else but The Paramount. It ' s hard to believe that so much could happen to one person, but you ' d have to know Stu in order to understand what his mother means when she says That ' s Stu . DYKES: Class of 1972: Tom Hathaway Class of 1978: Brian C. Smith, Robert Henkel William A. Fowll es Jr. Panda Bear Cakes Billy Bill Charlotte, North Carolina Economics — Air Force Private, Golf, Monogram Club, Young Republicans, F Troop. Billy is unique. Not the same uniqueness that is exhibited by all cadets, but a uniqueness all to himself. Meeting all the prerequisites of an Economics Major (3 semesters of Biology), life was one long struggle to get off academic probation. Inspired onward by a semester with Homer, he migrated south and found a home with the munchkins of Chuck Co. Then he attempted to earn his minor in letter writing, music appreciation (WREL), and blind dating. That ' s how he met Darl;a sweet little (?) girl who immediately had him fitted for a ring (for his nose). His patience is phenominal; the only time he lost his cool his 3rd class year was when Mark set his hay on fire (and they were mitigating circumstances: Bill was laying in it at the time). We wish you luck Billy, and may the Bird of Paradise peck on your flat feet. DYKES: Class of 1972: Jimmy Cox Class of 1978: Basil Smith t -3 Philip Randall Frank Charles Claybe Freeman Keith Arnold Frey Robert Paul Frisbie Floyd Glenn Furr, Jr. Glen Edward Garland Michael Allan Garten Kenneth Foster Gerard, Jr. Philip Randall Frank Randy Nice Franks PR Elkton, Maryland Biology — Field Artillery Pvt. - 1; Cpl. — 2; Sgt. - 3; 1st Lt. (1st Bn S-3); Dean ' s List; Academically Distinguished; Hop Committee; Civil War Roundtable; Biological Sciences Club; Young Democrats. For a person never hearing of VMI his junior year in high school, Randy had a surprise awaiting him when he arrived on August 19, 1971. His grades received an unexpected boost each successive year by having fewer dates as time wore on and also by pretending that the courses in Calculus he needed to graduate just didn ' t exist. Having nothing better to do for the rest of his stay. Randy and the crew of Lalce ' 37 battled bravely if sometimes vainly with the Porkers next door. In parting we hope Randy doesn ' t forget his queen at Sem, or Some, Bag, EE, or Skylab YKES: Class of 1972: Dave Hall, Chris Jones Class of DYKES: Class of 1972: Dave Hall, Chris Jones Class of 1978: Ed Johnson, Paul Kenny Charles Claybe Freeman Charlie Slim Ace Hippie Claybee Petersburg, Virginia Economics — Armor Distinguished Grubb Graduate, Museum Assistant — 1, 2, Cadet Waiters — 1, 2, Band Co. Reject, Ghetto - 1, 2, 3, Zoo - 4, Conduct Pro Club, Activities Committee, Fire Fighters — 2, 3, Republican Club — 1, 4, Economics Coffee Club, Rugby — 1,2, Demolition — 4. Hell, I ' d like to make this funny and knowing Claybee as well as I do maybe I should. I could talk about the great wrestling matches or the mid-nite hair cuts or the time Charley was caught with his pants down at SNI (literally). However, I ' m not. Charley was one hell of a guy, I can ' t begin to count the number of times he bailed people out of tough jams. People frequently took advantage of him but he never held it against them. Charley was my complete opposite but to quote a former girlfriend of mine You can ' t live with him, and you can ' t live without him. Charley, you helped me out of a lot of jams and picked me up when I was down. I ' ll never forget you. Thank you, you Hippie you. DYKES: Class of 1972: Hippo Caldwell Class of 1978: Robert Jenvey, Steve Ketterer Floyd Glenn Purr, Jr. Monster Fuzz Danville, Kentucky Civil Engineering — Aerospace Science Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Rat Football - 4; Varsity Football - 3, 2, 1; Varsity Wrestling - 4; Monogram Club - 3, 2, 1 ; ASCE - 4, 3, 2, 1; Third Class Finance Committee: Paramount Club - 3, 2, 1; Baptist Student Union - 3. After four years with the Monster, I doubt if anyone at VMI knows him as I do. After a rat year dedicated to periodic wash outs of various D company rooms, Glenn settled down his third class year to become as close a friend as I could Ask for. Always willing to help out with anything, Glenn made sure that everything in the room worked right, and constantly gave a hand to anyone who needed it. The Monster went along for two and one half years never knowing where he was headed, then a Lexington school teacher set her hooks in him and the party was over. Glenn, what can I say? It ' s been a long haul and, of the 111 boys, you ' re the only one that ' s been with me for four years. Thanks for being around when I needed you, and I hope that life will provide nothing but happiness for you and Carol. DYKES: Class of 1972: Harold Plott Class of 1978: Mike Freeman and Joe Stranger Glen Edward Garland Glen Franklin, Virginia Biology — Armor Pvt. — 4, 3, 2, 1; Rat Football; Lacrosse; Rugby; Young Republicans; Student Grotto; Firefighters; Dean ' s List. Glen ' s first year at the big I was spent in the loving care of Bathrobe Bob Benson, everybodys favorite First Classman. Glen played Rat Football, too, but instead decided to give up the oblong-spherical for a degree in Biology. Now Glen gets his chance to play dyke, and he has succeeded in outdoing the Bathrobe in affection for the Frosh. His degree is a certain success, and Glen is well on his way to a fine career. So onward there Glen to bigger and better things, and maybe next year, Moncure will ask you out to dinner, too. DYKES: Class of 1972: Bob Benson Class of 1978: Bruce Mason Keith Arnold Frey Keith Richmond, Virginia Biology; Air Force; Cpl., Sgt., Color Sgt., 2nd Bat. S-4; Who ' s Who American Chemical Society, President; Pre-Med Society, Co-President; Dean ' s List; Rugby; Young Republicans; Academically Distinguished; Honors Candidate. A dream, a goal, a reality — Keith experienced all three in four short years. Ever since entering this Institute he has been obsessed with one thing and one thing only — to be a physician. Along, uncertain, and at times a lonely road, Keith weathered all and became involved and outstanding in many endeavors. Things began to fall into place as if by divine intervention, but we know better. It was by hard work and natural talent that he is what he is. Yes, eventually his goal became serendipitous; excelling in all until all became Melanie-ous. Now his goal is a reality and his dream — Melanie. eith, all is within your reach. Good uck! DYKES: DYKES: Class of 1972: Bob Stransky Class of 1978: Gary Braswell Robert Frisble Fris Springfield, Mass. Electrical Engineering — Infantry Pvt.; Dynamic Duo, Ghetto, Firefighters, Young Republicans. Four years ago from the frozen North Lands treked a strange creature destined to become known as The Fris. His many exploits continue to add to a growing reputation of not being quite right. Despite his wildly erratic behavior, Fris finally found a home with John and I, a strange group indeed. For sure, no one fools with the Fris and forgets it. The dynamic duo managed even to stir up their own ritzy neighborhood; The Ghetto. For RANGER FRIS, AN R.A., four years in the army and a certain little woman may yet settle this wild man down. For a great friend, person, and roommate, both John and I wish the best for you in the future. DYKES: Class of 1972: Jim Yoldt Class of 1978: Luis Debayle, Bernie Riesbeck Michael Allan Garten Mike Ga-Ga Vienna, Virginia Biology — Artillery Pvt. — 4, 3, 2, 1; Young Republicans; Rat Training Instructor; O.G.A. Dynamic Duo; Ghetto; 1st to Class Council. When Mike came here he soon found he had to uphold the fine standards set up by his older brother. Perhpas Mike overdid himself, despite a gallant try at Super Summer ' 74. He barely missed his D.M.S., or was it his afternoons at the laundry mat and his B.V. civil affairs that he will be most rememberer by? The unexpected had to be expected from Mike. He leaves VMI in search of his Space Lady, carrying the blessing of John, Fris, and Uncle Buck. DYKES; Class of 1972: Ronnie Law Class of 1978: Dwight Smith, Jay Branscome Kenneth Foster Gerard Ken, Ranger Hal Civil Engineering — Infantry D Company Pvt. - 4; Cpl. - 3; Sgt. - 2; 2nd Lt. - 1; Ranger Graduate; DMS; ASCE - 3, 2, 1; VMI Ranger Platoon - 3, 2, 1; Young Republicans -3,2, 1. Ken is the kind of guy that you don ' t run into very often, but when you do, you never regret a single moment of his friendship. He has been a constant companion and one of the best roommates a guy could ask for. Ol ' Kenny has done some of the damnest things during his cadetship. He is an LA gone CE, a 3 year veteran of the VMI Rangers (This year he is the head of that crazy bunch of weekend warriors.). He even went to Ranger School to get out of Summer Camp! Got his tab, too! Way to go, BR! Good luck and keep on truckin! DYKES: Class of 1972: Mike Ogelsby Class of 1978: Tripp Keese u u t SE David Joseph Gramont John David Greene Paul Anthony Gregory Larry Warren Groome Marl Macon Hall Alan Whitney Hansen William Douglas Harvey Edward Daniel Heiken, Jr. 1% David Joseph Gramont Dave Fountain Valley, California Physics — Aerospace Science Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Chemistry IVlajor - 2; Rangers; Rat Typist; Scuba Club; Soaring Club; Society of Physics Students. The fact is that everyone is much too busily preoccupied with himself to be able to form a serious opinion about another person. The indolent world is all too ready to treat any man with whatever degree of respect corresponds to his own self-confidence. Be what you please, live as you please — but put a bold face on it, act with self-assurance and show no qualms, and no one will be moralist enough to point the finger of scorn at you. But once have the misfortune to forfeit your single-mindedness and lose your self omplacency, once betray your own self-contempt — and the world will unhesitatingly endorse it. From The Joker , Thomas Mann DYKES: Class of 1972: George Williams Class of 1978: Michael Freitas John David Greene Head Mathematics - AFROTC Pvt. - 4, 2, 1 ; Cpl. - 3; Ring Figure Magazine; Wrestling - 4; Glider Club - 4, 3; Young Republicans - 3, 2, 1; Arnold Air Society - 2, 1; Perverted Corner — 3, 2, 1 ; Bowery Boys — 2, 1 ; Zoomies. The Head came to VMI that fateful August morning with visions of fighters dancing in his head. He left his New Jersey home to set up residence at the Lexington Hilton. He was not a typical rat to say the least. Rooming with Bimbo always brought many unusual and wet experiences. Third class year brought corporal stripes and Joan. He lost the stripes but not Joan and then he became a full fledged member of the Perverted Corner. Second class year brought the origin of the Bowery Boys. Names like Sweets, Crisco, Mole, and Amo will live in his mind forever. In his spare time, he managed to bring his two roommates into the ways of a private. Senior year brought the last class stripe and the last member of the 141 trash can. Soloing the Z became reality. May will bring John a degree (What ' s that?l and a new life as a pilot. Joan will be by his side too Out she may have to learn how to fly a F-15 to keep an eye on him. DYKES: Class of 1972: Mark Nick Nick Pieklik Class of 1978: Stretch Kmetz, Beef train Merckx Paul Anthony Gregory Reston, Virginia History — Military Science Pvt. — 4, Corporal, Sgt., Lt.; Commanders, Brass Ensemble, Timmons Society — 2; Rangers — 3; Newman Club — 2. Rule a nation with justice. Wage a war with surprise moves. Become a master of the universe without striving. How do I know that this is so? Because of this! The more laws and restrictions there are. The poorer people become. The sharper men ' s weapons. The more trouble in the land. The more ingenious and clever men are. The more strange things happen. The more rules and regulations. The more thieves and robbers. Therefore the sage says: I take no action and people are reformed, I enjoy peace and people become honest. I do nothing and people become rich. I have no desires and people return to the good and simple life. DYKES: Class of 1972: Harry Partridge Class of 1978: Chris Zahren, J. B. Kitts Larry Warren Groome Lew Walrus Matoaca, Virginia Economics — Artillery Pvt. four years; Dean ' s List; Commandant ' s List; Rat Football; Firefighters; Aquatic Warrior; Weekender Club. All of Larry ' s fun and freedom came to an abrupt halt that 19 August four years ago. Many of his friends had their hands full to keep him there that first year. Larry started his 3rd class year by making the big switch from the electrons of the EE Dept. to Dick, Ag of the Root Cellar. He gave a diamond to Debbie that Christmas. His 2nd class year went by right smooth except for the S846 worth of MS checks that were held back because of the KKK. His two main missions his first class year were, Get away as much as possible and Graduate. Larry is known for his great ability to instigate trouble and never get into it. Larry ' s graduation could not have been made possible without the help of his parents, Debbie and Good Ole Schlitz. DYKES: Class of 1972: Chuck Hall Class of 1978: David McEwen Mark Macon Hall Mark Markie Tiger Roanoke, Virginia Chemistry — Air Force Pvt. — 4, 3, 2, 1; Athletic Trainer; Monogram Club; Ring Design Committee; American Chemical Society; Number 5 Club; F.I. P.; O.G.A. Occasionally you run into a guy who just refuses to grow up, a youngster in man ' s clothing. Well, Ml ' Markie is just such a man, er . . . kid. With cheeks as soft as a new born babe, and an outlook on life that would make Dennis the Menace green with envy, Mark paced the gauntlet of VMI with his stunning sidekick, Bittsy. The jocks can attest to his expertise as a crainer, and surely none of the Chemistry Dept. slaved harder (or bitched louder) over those frustrating Instrumental Labs. Markie loved to play games, and got caught playing games (as S ' j months of confinement readily proves). Where to now, Markie? Anywhere you go, it can only be up. We wish you all the success that you may achieve, and don ' t ever grow old, our friend. DYKES: Class of 1972: Jim Bailey Class of 1978: Greg Gearheart, Ned Rooster Reister Alan Whitney Hansen Big Al Mo Hey You Chapel Hill, North Carolina History — Military Science, Inf. Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Cpl. - 3; Sgt. - 2; 2nd Lt. - 1; Par Basketball; Varsity Basketball; Varsity Swimming; Dean ' s List; Pres. Sports Award Swimming ; Cadet Ass. — 4; Young Republicans — 4; Rum Truckers; Perverted Corner; Monogram Club; Water Polo - 1 ; S-4 Tour Guide - 3. Big Al came to VMI with three things in mind, an Army Commission, Matuse wine, and four years of basketball. However, he graduated as a carefree civilian, a heavy coffee drinker, and a proven swimmer. Alan is a natural leader (business executive type), even his contemporaries recognized his potential and made him 1st Cpl. But his time was divided between sports, academics, and a special someone; Al had to settle for 2nd Lt. his Senior year. Always a traveler, Alan has been a lot of places which he is more than glad to elaborate on. He ' ll drink to any occasion and is always ready for a good time. How he became one of the top History majors we ' ll never know. Dean ' s List came his way several times, and 3.0 cuts gave his rack a lot of overtime. Alan was one who never had Saturday classes. We ' re sure Alan will be successful, whether it concerns the Army, horses, or his true love. We wish him a lot of luck in the years to come. P.S. Thanks for the stereo. DYKES: Class of 1972: Bruce MacLean Class of 1978: Richard Hancock William Douglas Harvey Skunk Bear Harve Mechanicsville, Virginia Civil Engineering — Air Science Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1 ; Rat Football - 4; Track - 4; Parachute Club - 3; ASCE; Co-editor ASCE Magazine; Dean ' s List - 2. Harv came to VMI with a smile on his face and it remained. Not that he liked the place that much, but that it is his way. Being one of the guys was his thing except when Kathy was around. A guy that can stick with a girl that can stick with a VMI guy for four years is well deserving of each other. Trying to stay out of trouble and have a good time in the past years was hard. With all the PGA tourneys and nickelball games after taps, he should have been on confinement much more than he was. Even though Doug started out slow in grades he eventually made Dean ' s List. All it took was Doug ' s discipline and hard work. Doug will be remembered by his class as having one of the warmest personalities and being one of the friendliest B.R. ' s in the class. DYKES; Class of 1972: Chris Tomkins Class of 1978: Dave Cameron, Tom Reeder Edward Daniel Heiken Jr. Chickenwing Yeiks Lancaster, Pennsylvania Civil Engineering — Air Science Pvt.; Cpl.; MSgt.; 1st Sgt.; Cpt.; Co-Captain Soccer Team; All Southern Conference Soccer Team; President Scuba Club; Treasurer and Vice President Cadet Program Board; Chairman Activities Committee ASCE; Goon Tunes . Danno strolled into the VMI from Newark, Delaware and immediately adjusted himself to the realities of the rat line. However, the stern life here didn ' t deter his desire for a few cold ones uptown or a few hot dates on weekends and hops. But on the serious side Yeiks desire to see that things are done the right way in all the facets of his experience here has to rank him as one of the top cadets and brother rats. His rise through the ranks in the military, athletic, and academic disciplines is living proof of his achievements in the years ahead. We all know he ' ll do well no matter what path he chooses in the years ahead. So from all of us, and particularly the goon tunes , we bid you an affectionate farewell and Godspeed, Dan. DYKES: Class of 1972: Tom Parkins Class of 1978: Bob Longwell f « f i t David Lee Hensley William Lawrence Hendry III Michael Gordon Hi Richard Scott Hening Franklin James Hillson Robert Crawford von Hitz James Reid Hobbs Robert Louis Holby William Lawrence Hendry III Dirty Larry Lunch Lurch Hudson, Florida Electrical Engineering — Military Science Football - 4, 3; Dean ' s List - 3, 2; Firefighters - 2; OGA - 2; RDC - 1; IEEE - 2, 1 ; Rugby - 2; Swimming - 1; Young Republicans - 4; Bimbo Aquatic Club - 3, 2, 1; Plantation - 2, 1 ; C.B.S. - 1; Pre-Med Society - 1. Dirty Larry didn ' t get his name by helping old ladies across the street. Look at his eyes and ask, What is he thinking about . When Larry first walked through the golden arches of hell, he was as innocent as a newborn. As he grew wise with age and the whole new world of the Plantation opened up to him, he transended from Lunch to Dirty Larry, The D. Weber worshipper. But low and behold, the name Lunch has remained his favorite, for which he wears on his nametag; It is the shield of the real Dirty Larry. He went from grubb to corporal and swiftly back to grubb. Lunches grades were nothing to go unrecognized. The stars shined for him for one year until he found the good life of women and the plantation. Now he just has to settle for Dean ' s list. DYKES: Class of 1972: Pete Grojean Class of 1978: Scott Lacagin Richard Scott Hening Scott Rick The Hen Fredericksburg, Virginia History — Air Force Pvt. - 4, 3, 1 Sgt. - 2; Arnold Air Society; Cadet Staff; High Rent District; Firefighters; Zoo Crew; 1975 Ring Figure Magazine; 2.0 Club. ' Rick came to VMI with an optimistic attitude, being an Alumni ' s son. After 15 trips to the RDC he realized VMI wasn ' t all peaches and cream. Rick saw both sides of the VMI coin in that he lost Beth to a wedding band. But later he noticed his Grandparents ' neighbor, Catherine. Nancy and Tom became Rick ' s next claim to fame as he turned matchmaker his 2nd class year. His 1st class year saw the exit of Catherine, entrance of Diane, a better attitude and frequent visits to the club . Good luck in the Air Force and please don ' t let your son come here. DYKES: Class of 1972: Sterling Spencer Class of 1978: Ron Dolan, Nelson Woodard David Lee Hensley The Hen Knuckle Head Jr. Phoenix, Arizona Civil Engineering — Military Science Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Dean ' s List; Member of the Who ' s He Club; Student Grotto - 3, 2, 1; Ranger Platoon - 3; Run For Your Life, Fire Fighter - 3; ASCE; Perverted Corner - 1 . These were the voyages of the space man Hensley. His four year mission, to explore strange new curriculums and new instructors; to seek out new knowledge, to boldly go where no CE has gone before!!! In choosing to further his education, Dave set his goals high dreaming of Colorado Springs, West Point, and Annapolis. He finally settled for Lexington and an Army ROTC Scholarship. Keeping his goals high Dave was determined to become a model Army Officer and a practicing engineer. However, VMI was not the Utopia that the Hen idealized, as Scott Shipp Hall brought him back to reality by keeping him short of tfie Dean ' s List. Nevertheless, the Hen did rebound. Through common sense and diligent work he maintained academic excellence and survived the VMI syndrome. Many a light year has passed and the kid from Phoenix, Arizona has stuck it out, gaining new friends and earning himself a place in the memories of all who knew him. DYKES: Class of 1978: Bob Rockefeller Michael Gordon Hill Hill, M.G. Sarge Machine Gun Cpl. - 3; Pvt. - 2, 1; d Co.; Cadet Asst. Marshal; New York City Vet - 3, 2, 1; Hop and Floor; Karate Club; Judo Club; Fire Fighters; Young Republicans; Young Democrats; Ranger — 3, 2, 1; 75-Ratline Com. International Relations; Lived four years in the ZOO . As the son of a Career Army man, Hill was well indoctrinated in a desire to seek an army commission. As hopes for appointment to the Point faltered. Hill ' s spirits grew as he entered V.M.I, that August of ' 71. Adjustment to the demands and challenges V.M.I, had to offer were second nature to this individual. His determination and dedication to personal ideals aided in his successful completion of his sojourn at V.M.I. Although high in self-esteem Hill never lost sight of humility and respect for others — qualities which in turn won him the respect and support of those around him. Well, the Golden Bars are at hand now signaling the challenges yet to come. And we can be very sure that if Hill can find time to forget about those HAIRS of his in the drain and quit dancing long enough to pin those bars on, he ' ll keep truckin to bigger and better things. Hang in there Sarge , you may be an eagle yet! DYKES: Class of 1972: Ralph Redman Class of 1978: Richard Manoz, Michael Stubbs Franklin J. Hillson Frank Philadelphia, Pennsylvania English - AFROTC Co-Captain of the Varsity Soccer Team; All Southern Conference Soccer Player; Soccer Team, 4 Years; Most Valuable Freshman Fencer; Fencing Team, 2 Years; Glee Club, 4 Years; Vice-President of the Glee Club; Chapel Choir, 1 Year; Timmins Society, 2 Years; Sports Writer for the Cadet; Cadet Pvt., 4 Years; Dean ' s List; Academically Distinguished; Humanist. Oh there is blessing in this gentle breeze, A visitant that while it fans my cheek Doth seem half-conscious of the joy it brings From the green fields, and from yon azure sky. What ' er its mission, the soft can come To none more grateful than to me; escaped From the vast city, where I long had pined A discontent sojourner: now free. Free as a bird to settle where I will. The earth is all before me. With a heart Joyous, nor scared at its own liberty, I look about; and should the chosen guide Be nothing better than a wandering cloud, I can not miss my way. I breathe again! DYKES: Class of 1972: Bill Tedford Class of 1978: Mark Walrod Robert Crawford von Hitz Bob Richmond, Virginia English — Artillery Frustrated Cpl. - 4, 3, 2, 1; VMI Commanders -3,2, 1 ; Rambling Keydets, Leader; Timmons Society - 4, 3, 2, 1 , Pres. 1 ; RCTS Board Member - 2, 1; Hop and Floor Committee - 4, 3; Civil War Roundtable - 3; Armed Forces Club - 4, 3, 2. The planet Mercury sings like a crystal goblet . . . The creatures (there) have only one sense; touch . . . There is no way in which one creature can harm another . . . They have only two possible messages . . . The first is Here I am. Here I am. Here I am. The second (an automatic response to the First) is So glad you are, so glad you are, so glad you are. . . . Because of their love for music and their willingness to deploy themselves in the service of beauty, the creatures are given a lovely name by Earthlings. They are called harmoniums . -Vonnegut, THE SIRENS OF TITAN P.S. Thanks for everything. Mom and Dad. DYKES: Class of 1972: Les Foley Class of 1978: Oben Johnson and Chuck Early James R. Hobbs Rabbit Williamsburg, Virginia Economics — Naval Science Pvt. — 4, 3, 2, 1; Varsity Swimming; Water Polo; Ring Figure Comm. (Chairman); Pre-Law Society (Chairman); International Relations Club; Society of 3 Musketeers . Jim took off a year after Rat year to tour the ancient ruins of Europe. I hope that all those Europeans have recovered from his adventurous activities. The Playboy of the Western world came back to VMI ready to work. Jim ' s efforts on ring figure demonstrated his dedication and high standards. To Jim I will always be thankful. Jim ' s dues to the exclusive Society of the Three Musketeers are paid in full for eternity. In every field of human endeavor he that is first lives in the light of publicity . . . emulation and envy are ever at work . . . the reward is widespread recognition, the punishment fierce denial; when a man ' s work becomes the standard for the whole world it also becomes the target for the envious few ... if the leader truly leads no matter how loud the clamor of denial . . . that which deserve to live — lives . Good Luck Ensign Hobbs. Lateritiam, invenit, mormoream, relinquit. DYKES: Class of 1972: James Reed Class of 1978: Don James Robert Holby Bob Hobo Hol-Bol-Boley English — Air Force Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Wrestling - 4; Tech Raiding Club 21; Perverted Corner; Math German. Most of Bob ' s four years here revolved around these two subjects, not that he wanted it that way. But some instructors like to have students learn something. I think they may have succeeded in making him learn, even though he tried to avoid it. Bob would have been perfectly happy to be sitting in an airplane all day instead of studying. Our third class year saw Bob in the 312 nerf ball championships. The cast on his left leg didn ' t seem to hinder him much as he was always near the top of the winner ' s list. The Air Force is next for Bob. Between flying and Shirley, Bob is going to be busy. Good luck Hol-Bol-Boley. DYKES: Class of 1972: Bob Ward Class of 1978: Jim Simons i! 1. «-i •I f JJT, Charles Wesley Hoon William Gibson Houser, Jr. Joseph Barry Hughes Robert Harold Hughes Charles Morris Hunter, Jr. William Crawford Hunter Christopher David Ingelido Gerald Jean Irissari Charles Wesley Hoon ■■Charlie ■■The Hulk ' Lakewood, California Economics — Artillery Pvt.; Rat Football; Cindy. Charlie could not keep away from the Big I , and thus returned from the land of sun, surf, chicks, and Coors beer. Others and even the ■■Hulk himself will ask ■■why did you come back? Perhaps it was fond memories of the character building Ratline and the associated stickmen. Fat Guppy, the Gopher, hell raising, and confinement are all parts of the experience. Through it all, Charlie has remained unchanged living by the words don t f - ■ • with me. Charlie, you re a great guy and friend. John, Fris, Jim, and I all wish a great future for you. DYKES: Class of 1972: Wayne Bass Class of 1978: Robert Wright, Steve Maguire William Gibson Houser, Jr. Little Red ■ ' Gibby Neck ■■Tit ■■Gibbon ■■Root Gibson ' Rockbridge Baths, Virginia Biology — Aerospace Science Pvt. - 4, 3, 2; Cpl. - 3; Color Sgt. - 2; 2nd Lt, - 1; Student Grotto - 3; Young Republicans - 4; VMI Greys - 3: Hop and Floor - 3; Football Trainer - 4; Arnold Air Society - 4, 3, 2, 1; Fip - 1; Member of the Frustrated Rankers Club; Run for Your Life - 2; Pres. Sports Award Jogging ' ; Im. Football — 1; Ratline Planning Committee — 2; Rum Truckers; Perverted Corner — 1 ; Cadet Asst. — 1 . The ■■Little Red from the Baths came to VMI with wings in his eyes and a shine on his shoes. Although academic excellence is not conducive to being a Military Tit, (Summer School was SOP), Gibby brought up his GPA to a respectable level to the amazement of all. In the long winter hours Gibson became the leader of ■■The Subject of the Month Club . Topics ranged from insurance to Guns, from Philosophy to Cars. Carefully considering all the options Gibby invested in Life Insurance, a short term policy that covered him from everything except VMI alumni. Gibson ' s main goal was an officers commission and a pilots seat. Getting off to a flying start he became an ACE his 3rd class year, i.e., 5 shot downs from Southern Sem. Now Gibson leaves us to fly in fame or go down in flames and it looks as if the sky will be the limit for his future. DYKES: Class of 1972: Wade Houston Class of 1978: Charles Alpin Joseph Barry Hughes ■■Hugi ' Lexington, Virginia English Pvt. - 4, 2, 1; Corporal - 3; Swimming - 4; WLUR Radio Club- 3; VMI Football Network Radio Engineer - 3, 2, 1; Hop and Floor - 2, 1; English Society - 3, 2, 1; Editor-in-Chief SOUNDING BRASS - 2; Publications Board - 1 ; Perverted Corner - 3, 2, 1 . It ' s been a long four years for this resident redneck. Some will argue whether it did. him good or not. He made a lot of friends, one of which he ' ll keep for a long time. Praise the lord the clouds of night have broken. Selah. DYKES: Class of 1972: Jim Ingram Class of 1978: Steve Hall Robert Harold Hughes Bobbi ■ ' Spider II Lynchburg, Virginia History — Armor Pvt. - 4, 3, 1 ; Sgt. - 2; C D Co.; AOT; IRC; Geology Lab Ast.; Ack. Stars; Marshall Library Asst.; New York Rookie; Army Scholarship. Should you pass room 508 Scott Ship, I suggest a bit of caution, read the signs ' Beware — Spider ' and heed or you may be caught-up in his web of perversion. Yes, you guessed it, Bobbi is our Spider. Who else but the ' Golden Sickee could stand the smell of his own ink and paper. This chronic loser transferred from folding Georgia Military to molding Virginia Military. His, quote, Worthless MS taught him a moral from George Washington, If commissioned I will not serve, if war I will desert. How anyone caught driving up an Interstate 70 Exit Ramp is going to drive a tank to Canada is beyond me. An old wives tale states, Eating clams helps you last longer , Bobbi is slated for immortality. If you ever spy a wild Puke Colored Karmann Ghia, beware it ' s the Golden Sickee, he probably was kicked out of Humm-Drumm ' s and Ty-Ty Wilson ' s offices again. DYKES: Class of 1972: Rick Siebert Class of 1978: Dave Colonna Charles Morris Hunter The Hunter Hay Roll Doughant Man ' ■ ' Mike ' Tazewell, Virginia History - Art W. West and Plum St. Gusto Club; Ghetto - 4, 3, 2, 1; Rt. 60 Tiaulers; Intramural Football; Pizza Merit Badge; SOC Club; Grub, Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Wrestling; Chocolate Eclair Club; Stud. The Hunger didn ' t travel far from the metropolis of Tazewell to enter VMI; where his sole ambition was to follow in the footsteps of his ole man ( ' 291. But as we know, ambitions and the institute are not always in conjuncture, so Mike took it upon himself to blaze new paths of glory for the Hunter family at VMI, like to his rack, the bakery, Patchin Field, Whites, Johnies, The Corner Grill, and through the main sink windows. But, as re-oriented as Mike was, he vowed never to miss a Frat or Zollman ' s party, even if they were serving cheap scotch. Most importantly however Mike, in all his VMI experiences, never lost the ideals, that make him the true Southern Gentleman he is. Now that VMI is behind him, Mike has but one ambition left; to return to God ' s country where once again, he will be The Hunter. DYKES: Class of 1972: Boomy Mier Class of 1978: Billy Way William Crawford Hunter Billy Tazewell, Virginia Chemistry — Special Student Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Young Republicans - 4, 3; Ghetto - 3, 2, 1; HSC - 3; Run For Your Life - 2; Intramural Football - 2; Grub - 4, 3, 2, 1. On August 19, 1971 The Hunter left the God ' s Great Golden Southwest Virginia and the booming metropolis of Tazewell to enter VMI and carry on the family tradition. The Institute will never be the same. Since his rat year Billy has amazed and dumb-founded his Brother Rats with such antics as light conversation with the Tobacco Bowl Queen, scholarly speeches at the Pine Room, parties and hosting informal gatherings at Econo-Travel. With his two brother-brother rats, Bobby and Mike, he has managed to uphold the Hunter tradition and the honor of Southwestern Virginia. As long as Cutty Sark stays in business Billy should go far, as we ' re sure he will. Sorry UVa. this one professional you didn ' t get. DYKES: Class of 1972: Phil Smith Class of 1978: Gary Snyder, Ricky Wolffe Christopher David Ingelido El Estudiante Colorado Springs, Colorado History — Air Force Pvt. - 4, 3, 1; Sgt. - 2; Academically Distinguished - 4, 3, 2, 1; Who ' s Who; Zoo; D. Co.; IRC; Arnold Air Society; Newman Club; Pre-Law; Hop Floor; Head Receptionist, Marshall Library; Academic Chairman; AFROTC Dining-ln Committee; NYC-Vet - 3, 2, 1 . Chris came to VMI quite as all of us did, however his habits of visiting shadows all our Rat year led to stars. Our third class year found our shadow worker bending his straight arrow, blossoming into a real ladies stud. One local gal received his full warmth and affections! M Our 2nd class year, brought stars and stripes and Ring Figure turned boyhood into manhood with the help of a real Minnesota BO-DE-BO-BOO! I! In our last year, our 1st class Pvt., (still w stars), now a NYC - 3, 2, 1 Vet, continued hunting the fair sex. Chris ' s love of girls, cheap thrills, sinks, and alcohol will definitely enrich his future. Good Luck always, UNO . DYKES: Class of 1972: Ed Nazzanti Class of 1978: Mike Thomason Gerald Jean Irissari The General Fowler, California Biology — Military Science Pvt. - 4, Cpl. - 3, Mst. lst Sgt. - 2, Bn. S-4-1 ; Fencing - 4; Rangers - 3, 2; Zoo Crew; Dean ' s List; Triple Triumvirate; Airborne; CRB Club; DMS. A howl is heard. Followed by a shriek. Some poor beast chained in the main sinks? Perhaps some rat gone berserk? No! Our BR has just been caught running - - - -. If it wasn ' t demerits, it was academics — he was the veteran of many an all-nighter . But our BR persevered! Genetics, Philosophy, Physics, Milton — all fell to his determination and cursing. Why did Jerry come from across the U.S. to the big I ? Was it for prestige, fame, riches, a unique education, or because it could have been San Ouentin? Success to your goal: a bottle of cheap eighteen-cents- a-gallon turpentine wine, a street corner, a box of pencils, and oblivion. DYKES; Class of 1972: Mike Finney Class of 1978: Dwight Weirich, Stewart Wolf % i Q Garland Laton Isaacs, Jr. Russel K. Jackson David Marc Jensen Floyd George Jones, III Thomas Macy Jones. Michael Robert Joslyn Ian Alexander Kanner Charles Sanders Kaune Garland Laton Isaacs Jr. Gargoyle Zacs Stubby Latent Richmond, Va. English — Special Student Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Football - 4, 3, 1; Baseball - 3, 2, 1; Glee Club - 4, 3, 2, 1; RDC - 1; Aerobics Table - 2, 1 ; Dean ' s List; Distinguished in General Merit. These are a few of my favorite things; Blue Sky , lilacs and irises, Luwig van Beethoven, Brahms, Blue Ridge Mountains, Eyeliner, make-up, dresses w ith lace , Chris IMashand Thomas Cole, hunting, fishing, blondes, philosophy. Wheeling, heels, long hair. Bob Dylan, Shenandoah, Mom, Dad, my Grand Parents and Mable, daydreaming, Dial Tone , Maganae, Caramel ice cream, Christmas El Greco, A Clockwork Orange , Contemporary Literature, The Beatles, The Ponderosa, Easters ' 74, Gothic Architecture, MLW and PJA, steak, seafood, Diane Dialysis, Impressionism, Harold and Maude , acorns, Steve McQueen, Strawberry Shortcake, Char-Char, The Brothers , football, baseball, daydreaming, snow, Sweet John , GAP, Crosby, Stills, Nash, and Young, The Millers, Dr. Jack, Bridge Over Troubled Water , but not VMI. Any fool can make a rule, and every fool will mind it . Henry David Thoreau. What can I say? I got by with a little help from my friends. DYKES; Class of 1972: Wayne Harrel Class of 1978; Steve Oddi, Dutch Goddard Russel K. Jackson Russ Richfield, Kansas Biology — Military Science Pvt. _ 4, 2, 1; Cpl. - 3; Judo Club; Aggressors; VMI Riding Team; OGA Rep. With rope and spurs in hand, Russ entered VMI with a friendly Howdy Fellers! . Yes, Virginia was a new experience for this Kansas country boy, who up to this time had only known the dust and wind of the prarie. Byrne ' s beauties started him off on the right(?) foot though, and the legend of room 427 began in splashing style. His stand at the Aggressor camp awaiting the lost patrol is long remembered. But Russ yearned for his open prarie and his horse, so his long-time friendly companion. Fancy, was brought to Lexington. Russ and Fancy were together his whole cadetship and their adventures in Virginia ' s rolling hills are well known. Of course there ' s Ring Figure and the Saturday nights at Johnny ' s, but his BR ' s will never forget this hearty cowboy — Take care of yourself, Russ! DYKES; Class of 1972; Pete Leadbetter Class of 1978; Mike Oelrich, Craig Badalaty Thomas Macy Jones T.J. Jonesy Carlisle, Pennsylvania Civil Engineering — Armor Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Cpl.? ASCE; Hop Comm ittee - 4, 3, 2, Treasurer - 1; WLUR - T.J. the D.J. - 2. Peggy sadly escorted Jonesy on that fateful 19th and through times of toil and tribulation and she will gladly wheel him back out. To the best of my knowledge this is one of those historic moments, rare in V.M.I, history. We, his roommates, have seen him hitchhike out and hitchhike in every weekend possible — always bringing back goomy bears and whoopy pies. Short in the pocket, but always long on the hair — No I don ' t either! Always known as the little guy with the big sense of humor, we will always remember his devotion and love to Peggy, who means a lot to us too. Good luck Tom. Thanks to Peggy, Mom and Dad for helping me keep my head up. I can see clearly now, the rain has gone. It ' s gonna be a bright, bright, sunshiny day. DYKES; Class of 1972; Jeff Chell Class of 1978; Marlon Will Oh! And Joe Arnold ' 77 Michael Robert Joslyn Jos Arlington, Virginia History — Air Force Pvt.; Rat Soccer; Rangers; Sport Parachute Club: Ring Figure Construction Committee; Arnold Air Society; Society of Young Democrats; English Speaking Union; F.I. P.; PX Supper Club. Mike went through the rat line in the typical manner of any rat — confused, scared and homesick. However all good things must come to an end and the rat line is no exception. During his third class year Mike became known as Brillo and later (thanks to the Rangers) the Kid. Ring Figure rolled along with his second class year and Mike celebrated the occasion in fine style, by stopping in the middle of 81 highway because a sign wouldn ' t change colors! However there was good too: academically it is his highest to date. Finally entering his last year Xylophone (due to his smile) was ready for everything but the big tooth award. Now that it ' s over it seems like a dream but with the help of FIP Mike made it in flying colors. DYKES; Class of 1972; Bob Zerc Bailey Class of 1978: Stu Gitchell and John Gregg David Marc Jensen Sweets Little Trouble Silver Springs, Maryland Civil Engineering — Army Field Artillery Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; ASCE - 4, 3, 2, 1; Perverted Corner - 3, 2, 1; Rugby - 2, 1; Bowery Boys - 3, 2, 1; Wrestling - 4; Admiral Seay — 3, 2; Recondo, Super Summer 74 . Sweets . When anyone at VMI hears that name he hides his tail because The Man is in town. He ' s like a tiger, you never know where he is until he ' s on top of you. Sweets definitely gave the Bowery Boys class, ready to slick back at any time for a little boggie session. He ying-yanged his way through the C.E. Dept., and he ' ll ying-yang his way through life, but he ' ll do it will class. Sweets! ; The cry will still be feared even in years to come, but the memories of his talks with the porcelain telephone, and his high intimate relationships with Jonnie Walker, and the Bowery Boys will always live on. Keep slugging, De Buh, and hang loose, even when things get tight. We ' ll all be in the Bowery together. See you on 42nd Street! Thanks to the Skipper. DYKES: Class of 1972: Wilbur Williamson Class of 1978: Jim Clawson Floyd George Jones, III Jay Kid Virginia Beach, Virginia Economics — Air Force Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Rat Cheerleader; Indoor Outdoor Track Manager - 4, 3; Cross Country Manager — 3; Rugby — 3; College Republicans — 4, 3, 2, 1 ; First Vice Chairman — 1 ; Ghetto — 4, 3; The Whatever ' s Fair Gang: Hop Committee. Coming from the turf and the surf of Virginia Beach, Jay came to the Big I with the scent of the sea still within his senses. It wasn ' t long, however, before the smell of the ocean brine was to be replaced with the musky odor of sweating souls — our Brother Rats. But, it wasn ' t long before Jay adjusted to the life at the Institute. With the memories of hundreds (if not thousands) of girls still on his mind, he took it upon himself to tell his classmates bedtimes stories — war stories. Academically, Jay wasn ' t distinguished, changing majors like some people change underwear — going from Physics to being an EE to Economics (attending summer school each year). Always active on the social scene. Jay went through girls like he went through majors, and always wit h the motto: For the first time, I think I ' m in love again. All in all, it was a great four years, and I ' ve made an everlasting friend. DYKES: Class of 1972: Timothy Cleland Class of 1977: Elpidio (Pete) Manoso III Ian Alexander Kanner The Bod Upper Nyack, New York Economics — Army Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Cadet - 4; MKKMK - 4; Soccer - 4, 3, 2, 1 (Goalie); Wrestling — 4, 2, 1 (Manager) Toughest one I ever saw; Lover — 2, 1; N.Y. Boy - 4, 3, 2, 1; Tough Guy - 4, 3. The BOD, as he is well known by in New York City, came to V.M.I, with great things in mind. He started out in the C.E. building and ended up in the Root Cellar, a place he thoroughly enjoyed. Ian will always remember his room wrestling days, from fourth class year to his senior year. They were brutal bouts with no rules and usually he came out on top. He had an excellent forearm shot of which he adapted to soccer for protection as a goalie. Well, so much for those days. Now he is on the right footing. Looking ahead is not an easy task. Especially for Ian (sorry about that S.I.V. ) But now more than ever his future is bright. Not only has he fallen for the most beautiful women in the world, he has decided to graduate on time, switched from AS to MS, and has a great attitude towards life (an accomplishment at the I). DYKES: Class of 1972; Jerry Wiggens Class of 1978: Thad McCourt Charles Sanders Kaune Kingston, New York English — Army Infantry Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Ghetto; Varsity Wrestling - 4, 3, 2, 1; Lacrosse Club - 3, 2, 1; Rubgy Club - 1; Monogram Club - 4, 3, 2, 1 ; Cadet Staff - 3, 2, 1 (Sports Editor - 1). I can ' t hope to detail all those things which have happened to me, nor can I list those things which I have done. Suffice it to say that those who knew me best, or worst, can tell you some strange things. Now that it is over, I ' m glad, though I will revere every moment and friendship. DYKES: Class of 1972: Steve Dzialo Class of 1978: Butch Brown and Chris Brock t ,%■■ William Hodgson Kern Kevin Robert Kavanaugh Leslie Randal Knoblock Robert Alan Keller Willibald Alfred Kobus Alfred Charles Koehler Douglas Frederick Kulick Larremore John LaMonte Kevin Robert Kavanaugh Kev Alpine, New Jersey Electrical Engineering — Aerospace Studies Cpl. - 3, Sgt. - 2, Lieut - 1: Dean ' s List - 3; Civil War Roundtable - 4, 3, 2, 1; Mafia; Society of Physics - 4, 3; Fire Fighters - 3, 2, 1; Astronomy Club - 4, 3, 2, 1 . Kev will best be remembered as one of the few to emerge from the Institute with his Good Guy image still intact. Falling for the Big I sight unseen, Yankee Rat Kavanaugh nevertheless landed squarely on his feet. Who but Kev dares battle with the Red Colonel or the Mad Admiral? The legendary fortitude that made him Nichol ' s Nemesis and the Air Force Anathema was equally evident in Barracks. Ruthlessly rising through Tweet Ranks, he simultaneously endured the most bizarre roommates in recent memory. Having roomed with the Tsar of Russia without knowing it, Kevin won the Order of the Merits with numerous Band Co Clusters for rescuing the Tsar from a demented cockroach. Kev has shunned the Wild Blue Yonder for the dark subterranean realm of the Missile Silo. Best of Luck, and please stay away from the launch key!!! DYKES; Class of 1972; Courtney B. Wheeler Class of 1978; Tom Trainor Robert Alan Keller Fatrat Bob Killer Camp Hill, Pa. Civil Engineering — Armor Pvt. - 4, 3, 2; Lieutenant - 1; (Conditional!); R.D.C.; A.S.C.S.; Glee Club - 4, 3, 2, 1; Hop Committee - 2, 1; Blood Mobile Chairman; BOMB -4,3; Almost D.M.S.? Rising from three years private to conditional lieutenant only because he could twirl a stick and not shine, Fatrat has managed to keep everyone laughing with his Gambit shows and his talks of Tina (What ' s a hickey anyway?). Things didn ' t start to pick up until his third class year when he had his first public exposure entitling him to bartender at Zolloman ' s for the next year where he ' d always disappear after the first half hour. Only Bob could talk 1200 guys into giving blood for a peanut- butter sandwich. Is That all there is . . . Is That all there is Then let ' s keep dancing; Break out the booze And have a ball! And to everyone back home, and to T.J., Y , T.M. — Thanks! DYKES; Class of 1972; Jim Doyle Class of 1978; OIlie Ayers Oh! and Joe Arnold ' 77 William Hodgson Kern Bill Alexandria, VirginiaEnglish - Infantry Pvt. — 4, 3, 2, 1; Society of Gentlemen Rankers, Army Scholarship, English Speaking Union Vice-President — 1; Class Policy Committee — 1; Jackson ' s Battery — 2, 1 ; Soaring Club - 2; Wrestling - 3. Bill walked through Jackson Arch four years ago with a mind that was distinctively his own. Now, after the V.M.I, experience he is wiser, perhaps a little less enthusiastic, but certainly his own man. Dedication would be the best word to describe this man. Even for an Army brat his approach to the Army has been one of quiet commitment, as an English major he was conscientious about his education, and in general his approach to life was to do it right the first time. I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith. II Timothy 4; 7 DYKES; Class of 1972; Charles Bookie Barksdale ' 71 , J. R. Snake Hill ' Class of 1978; Tom Siliwoski, Mike Freitas Leslie Randal Knoblock Knobenhood Knobcock Knobby History - Infantry Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Cross Country - 4; Wrestling - 4; Rangers - 3; Rugby - 2; 1975 Big Ring Figure Committee; PX Supper Club; Marital Counselor — 2, 1 . Blue jeans and a denim shirt, a bag of tools, and a half-burnt cigarette - it ' s Lurch; no, it ' s Knoblock! a man of many talents, Knobby has inspired numerous legends ranging from a self-administered appendectomy behind barracks to implications of the Wizard in a ripoff contest with the Stoopies. Described by El Drango as a hard-nosed radical, Knobenhood is nevertheless a kind-hearted soul, as shown by the time he gave two pints of blood in two days before a Ranger endurance patrol. Les isn ' t a favorite of Drumm ' s bums, but his perseverance in the face of adversity has kept him above water academically. An industrious and honest person, his company is always sought by the PX Supper Club (if only he ' d burn that damned green cup). A good friend and brother rat, Les has our best wishes for himself and Marie. DYKES: Class of 1972; Bob Schwartz Class of 1978, Leiand Horn, George Riefler Willibald Alfred Kobus Bobo Jersey City, New Jersey Chemistry Astronomy Club, YR, ACS, WLUR, Soccer, Wrestling, Cross Country. And VMI said, KOBUS-of-the-North-Woods, come forth and receive your destiny! - and Bobo looked up from his books and replied, Screw You! Whether it was Schrodinger or Kahlil Gibran who made him say that - VMI will never know. The few gaps left in his psyche by those men were filled by J.B., Maslow, and that glorious ' peak ' that comes after you have pushed your mind and body to the limits. Bobo gave VMI himself, and VMI returned it with interest. And when the time arrives when men will War and hate, this man will cry Rise above it! And he will, for a place is reserved for him among the gods. One must be above mankmd. In strength, in loftiness of soul, in contempt! — f. Nietzsche. DYKES: Class of 1972: Rae Turner Class of 1978: G. Saur D. Kahle Alfred Cha rles Koehler Big Al Alexandria, Virginia Civil Engineering - Military Science Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Wrestling - 4, 3, 2, 1 ; Track - 2, 1 ; Soccer Monogram Club; ASCE; Hiking Gun Club - 4; Room Wrestling - 2, 1; KMKK - 4 (summer school), 3; 200 pound and 9 minute Club - 3,2, From a pudgy Freshman to wrestling captain is the story of Al. Always one to voice his opinions, Al talked his way into many weeks of confinement as a rat; but his head never lowered and he kept his pride. He is the greatest friend a person could have: always willing to put his shoulder to the harness and help, always ready for a good time, and full of life. The chef of many steak dinners in barracks, Al has the tongue for rare meat and Pepsi. He has fought with his bully roommates for three years but being one of the best room wrestlers in barracks Al has on occasion defeated the entire room at one time. Al will enjoy life because of his intense desire to succeed, enthusiasm and his great attitude. Best of Luck, Al, but you ' ll make your own breaks, DYKES; Class of 1972: Bob Elliot and Sal Spada Class of 1978: Dave Knies Douglas Frederick Kulick Koocock El Instructor Whipped Cream Wizard Rochester, New York History - U.S. Marines Pvt., Cpl., Sgt., 2nd Lt.; Bd. Co. - 4, 3, D. Co. - 2, 1 ; Rat Swimming Young Republicans; IRC, Pugil-Stick Instructor - 3, 2, 1; Ranger; NYC Vet - 3, 2, 1; Scuba Club; M.S. Armor Modeler; Marshall Library Receptionist; Marine Mess Night Committee; PLC S-3. Well, folks, what can anyone (even his UNO buddy) say about this well-endowed plugging-in, flashing Keydet who was infamous for exploits such as: spotting comforters, grossing out the R. E. Lee, howling like a mandrill at sick movies, cruising to White ' s Truck Farm, in his red Jag with Pay to the Piper and Signed Sealed Delivered blasting on the radio? As Doug would say, Todas Sin Valor! (a quick translation - WORTHLESS!). The highlight of Koocock ' s cadetship was 3 NYC-UN trips w the MBC-VMI contingency complete w Jimmy Day ' s cheap cigars, and rowdiness! However, there were countless other events: T.Y. ' s class, Easter Hops (23 times!), and cheese-dog snorkling. Good Luck to a Get it where you can Marine. DYKES; Class of 1972: Bob Benham Class of 1978; Gerry Robinson Larremore John La Monte Larramore L.J. The Peanut Butter Man Copperas Cove, Texas History — Armor Pvt. - 4, Pvt. - 3, Pvt. Sgt. (Ret.), Pvt.; DMS; Military Order of Wor ld Wars of Merit; Army ROTC 4 Year Scholarship: RECONDO; Tanker Platoon; Sergeant: Aquatic Tank, M-48A1: Experimental Committee, Chairman: Rat Diver; Varsity Diver; Swimming Team Manager; Rat Swimming Cadet Assistant; Cheerleader; Sacred Order of Cinematography Prajeksionists; Second Stoop Pub Club Master at Arms; 200 Club of 1972; Fire Fighters: CADET Rat; Heavy Chevy Motor Club; Equestrian Club; MBC-VMI IRC Trip to the UN Club; Gim Kykes Club; Doo-Doo ' s Trilogies; Texas RANGERS: Flag Club; Dick ' s, Sam ' s and Larry ' s 07 Club; 4th Platoon Charlie Club. See that bus a comin ' . It ' s comin ' round that bend. I ain ' t seen the outside since I don ' t know when. For I ' ve been at VMI since 19 August 71 , and now I ' m a First Classman — I ' ll soon be going home. DYKES: Class of 1972: Brad Swingle, Rick Hack, Stu Johnson Class of 1978: Gary Brumback, Mark Antony Gentile i . e « William Manton Landrum III Robert Alan Lane David Edward Laps Richard Nathaniel Law Dennis Lee Lewin Barry Stanley Lineback Larry Shaw Lineback John Wesley Logan, Jr. William Manton Landrum III Rojo Tex San Antonio, Texas Economics — Armor Pvt., Cpi., Sgt.; Academically Distinguished; Who ' s Who; Managing Editor, 1975 Bomb; Superior Cadet Award, Ft. Bragg; Publications Board; Young Republicans; Rat Football; Distinguished Military Student; High Rent District; Charter Member; Midwinter ' s Drunk and Off Color Joke-Telling Seminar; Pre-Law Society; Firefighters; Recondo Club; After Taps Bridge Club. Bill came to the I from the Lone Star State with a look of determination common to all misguided souls who take that wrong turn at Uva and end up at VMI. (What? No frat Parties?) This determination is still with him today, and has paid off not only in terms of academic excellence, but also in terms of immortality {in bronze, no less). Bill is the only guy I know whose love life reads like that of the stock market, and with that in mind, we can equate his Ring Figure with Black Friday. (However, the Blue Chip Stock now seems to be Goshen Pass, Inc., and believe me it does pay dividends!) Yes, it has been an experience to know this Rocket of the Econ. dept. who is one of the two people in our class to have had the Root for 3 straight semesters, and not have grown 8 tegs from all the spider sessions . Good luck to a best friend and remember to bring your tweed jacket for all those Ivy League football games. May I play through? Your Jag or mine? DYKES: Class of 1972: Britt Harrison Class of 1978: Morrison Bryan III, Ken Singleton Robert Alan Lane RB Ladysmith, Virginia Economics — Military Science 2 Lt.; Academically Distinguished; First Stand Economics; Who ' s Who; Editorial Editor, VMI Cadet; Copy Editor, 1975 Ring Figure Magazine; International Relations Society; English Society; English Speaking Union; Chairman Publications Board; President, Omicron Delta Epsilon; Pre-Law Society; Madison Weekend Pilgrimmage Union; St. Bernard Lovers Society; Superior Cadet Award; Charter Member: Midwinter ' s Drunk and Off Color Joke-Telling Seminar. For the past four years, RB has excelled in every aspect of cadet life. I suppose the whole story of RB at the Mother I was not what awards he would receive, but which ones he wanted. From private his rat year to stars and stripes forever his first class year, he always seemed to keep one step ahead of the Institute, whether it be popcorn sessions m the Cellar to the creaking of doors under the Heritage House our second class year. Surviving on weekends at Madison after numerous spider sessions, VMI has unknowingly developed the epitome of a true citizen CIVILIAN, RB will not only graduate number one from the Root Cellar holding the status of Residing Rocket , but will also leave the Institute number one in the hearts of his brother rats. See you at the TOP . . . Number 2 tries harder. DYKES: Class of 1972: Rick Bryan Class of 1978: Bill Hardy, Henry Clay Barlow David Edward Lape Salvo Woodbridge, Virginia Economics — ROTC Pvt. - 4, Cpl. - 3, Sgt. - 2; 1st Lt. - 1; Dean ' s List; Army ROTC; BUFU Founding Father; Co-owner Room 13 Econo-Travel Motel; Swimming - 4, 3, 2; Cadet Staff - 3. August 19, 1974 saw the birth of the one and only Salvo. The first few days of cadre were quite a shock for Salvo as could be seen by the color of his underwear after the first morning. However, after potty training. Salvo was headed for a successful four years at VMI. Academics and pitching pennies kept Salvo busy his rat year. With the anticipation of becoming a hard-nosed corporal. Salvo returned for his third class year. Then occured that fateful night of tfie third class party — the morning afterward in which Salvo found himself in the hospital with 13 brother rats in a condition approaching alcohol poisoning. Salvo ' s 2nd and 1st class years have been dominated by that wild weasel from Atlanta, known as Sherri. What more could be said about a hell ' uva guy except batten down the hatches for the wedding in May. DYKES: Class of 1972: Butch Winstead Class of 1978: Joe Tulskie, Cliff Seible Richard Nathaniel Law Dep Dawg Bassett, Virginia Biology — Aerospace Pvt. - 4, Cpl. - 3, Sgt. - 2, Lt. - 1 ; Dean ' s List; Rat Basketball - 4; J.V. Basketball - 2; Golf Team - 2, 1 ; Honorary Member of Ghetto Club, Dawg brought a few things to VMI; the most notable of these were Clarke, his personality, and his humor. One must also admit he has a definite interest in biology, although he had probably rather study it in a more practical laboratory manner. Many students set their goals to be a great scholar, novelist, scientist, etc., but Dawg ' s first goal is to be a greater person. He has really come a long way since he came to VMI. From a simple conservative country boy, he has come to be a true and sincere friend and a helluva guy. DYKES: Class of 1972: Chriss Foster Class of 1978: John Thomasson, Drew Stone Dennis Lee Lewin Popeye Portsmouth, Virginia Civil Engineering — Infantry Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Rat Football - 4; Varsity Baseball - 4, 3, 2, 1; President RDC; Monogram Club - 4, 3, 2, 1; Monogram Club President - 1; Paramount and Mooning Club - 3, 2, 1. Corp, Brains, and I (Jingles) have spent three years with Popeye and I think I can honestly say that we ' ve seen everything. Under the influence of a crazy group of baseball players (the most notable being the Big C.E.), Popeye has gone from a dedicated, skilled athlete to a disrupter of hippie joints in Charleston, S.C. Third class Saturday nights and some great baseball trips all add up to one helluva time with one helluva guy. Popeye has always been around when needed and never lets anybody keep a frown on his face. The 111 gang has been with Popeye for three years now and believe me Dennis, none of us will ever forget you , . . Thanks guys, Mom and Dad, Mr. Adams, Big Brothers and the rest of the Lewin gang, and especially Betts. DYKES: Class of 1972: Phil Smith Class of 1978: Glenn Smith, Bill Pearson Barry S. Lineback Barry BS Wilmington, North Carolina History — Army Pvt. - 4; Cpl. - 3; RMS - 2; Captain - 1 (Regimental Executive Officer); Army ROTC 4- Year Scholarship; 1975 Activities Committee - 3, 2; Recondo Club; Super Summer 74 Platoon K.A. Award; Soche Club - 3, 2, 1; Hot Pizzas, If someone ever asks who Barry Lineback was, the answer he would surely get from his BR ' s, the Corps who knew him, or the Administration he worked with, would be that he was one of the most respected men in his class and in the Corps. From the basic non-entity Rat, Barry worked successfully through his cadetship at his goal of constructive improvement of the VMI world. He strove for excellence in all he did - be it running the new merit system or giving sound advice to those who sought it. The person you undoubtedly turn to for answers, advice, or just good listening would be Barry. He was known by the entire Corps as one of those unique men that VMI is always searching for, is fortunate to call hers for four years, and more fortunate to have as one of her graduates. DYKES: Class of 1972: Chris Murphy Class of 1978: Tom English Larry S. Lineback LS Linebox Wilmington, North Carolina History — Army Pvt. - 4; Cpl. — 3; First Sergeant — 2; Captain - 1 (Second Battalion Commander); Dean ' s List; 1975 Activities Committee; $33.00 worth of Pizza Club; RECONDO!!; Graduate Super Summer ' 74 ; Resident Hi-Rent District. I never knew that there was a Wilmington in North Carolina, I always thought Delaware had a monopoly on cities with that name. I also never knew that N,C. produced anything besides chiggers, sand, pine trees, and Sam Ervin, However, I now realize that there is a Wilmington, N.C. and that it did produce Larry, alias Lawrence of Lexington. Larry is a Brother Rat known for his sense of humor which can leave one rolling on the ground, scratching his head, or cut to screds by its occasional keen sarcastic edges. But more important, Larry is a person who has gained the respect of his Brother Rats for adhering to his beliefs, goals, and for what he thinks is right. My only regret is that the Institute will lose him through graduation, and that I haven ' t had the opportunity to know many others like him. (SUPPORT US RAILROADS!) DYKES: Class of 1972: Thomas O, Brock Class of 1978: F, W, Sherman, R. H. Nelson John Wesley Logan Jr. Skippy Southeast Asia Civil Engineering - Naval Science Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; F-Troop; Perverted Corner - 4, 3, Judo - 4; Debate - 3, 2, 1; L.H, Cadet Assistant Cadet - 4, 3, 2; International Relations Club - 3, 2, Managing Editor Ring Figure Magazine — 2; Chairman ASCE Annual Report; Committee - 1; Bomb - 2, 1 ; Photo Sales Editor - 1; Posit Committee - 2, 1 ; Chairman - 1 ; Dean ' s List; Co-Editor, 1975 Bulletin for Entering Cadets. Departing slightly from tradition, I have decided to write my own history, for who knows better the hardships and happiness I have experienced at VMI, On August 19, along with 374 other rats , I entered a world so utterly alien it was all but incomprehensible. Slowly, through restrictions and new found friends, I changed — I became a man. Along the path many a hand and foot was lent, depending on the incentive needed. To my third class roommates and their respective families I owe more than I can ever repay - my graduation, and my future. We have all been changed, and changed VMI - and I leave knowing I ' ll be back — to see my friends — and my private legacy. DYKES: Class of 1975: Carsten Hillson Class of 1978: Steve Downey, Art Noble 2, 1; Navy OCS; 1; Theatre - 2, 1; 1 ; Secretary — 2; § m c f t f. Charles Moultrie Louthan Rodney David Low Kenneth Arbuthnot MacGowan III Arthur Nigel MacKenzie-Graham Silas Arthur Madren John Martin Maples, Jr. Phillip Taliaferro Marshall Frank Frederick Martin, Jr. Charles Moultrie Louthan Loth Richmond, Virginia Economics — Artillery Pvt. - 4, 3, 1; Sgt. - 2; Football - 4, 3, 2; Track - 4, 1; Ghetto; Dean ' s List; Posit Committee; No. 1 Club; ODE; Who ' s Who; Pioneer Investment Club. Loth was one of the few cadets at VMI to receive a double dose of character building, not only did he have to endure the rigors of the institute but he suffered many ups and downs by the hands of the Veese. With a blemish free record, and an image of an ideal cadet, the Toolshed finally recognized that in Loth they had a true leader of men, and second semester saw Loth sporting the stripes of Sergeant. Decidmg to make it a big semester all the way, he was caught with a car, lost his stripes, and was on confinement for the first time in his cadetship. Despite all of this. Chip participated in a wide range of activities and although he never wore cadet Captain stripes, I am sure he will be a Captam of Industry. P.S. Drop by my farm someday and we ' ll eat some watermellon. DYKES: Class of 1972: Kevin Daigh Class of 1978: Tom Booker, John Forsyth Rodney David Low Crid Liz ' s Middleburg (Middle of Nowhere), Virginia History RAK - M.S. Armor Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Dean ' s List; IRC President - 3, 2, 1; Debate Team - 4, 3, 2, 1; Militaria Society - 3, 2, 1; Honors History; DMS; Golden Coast. Back in High School the odds were 7-2 that Rod would not make it through the VMI Rat Line. When Rod was almost the first Rat sentinel and when he had his first taste of the RDC and Scotty Haas, I had my doubts that Rod was going to make it. Rod served his share of confine- ment and penalty tours even though he tried to keep his nose clean. Rod always liked the discomforts of the old barracks and to add to those discomforts he always had to put up with the strangest roommates (Zoogie, Eddy, Miller, etc.). His friends have to be the strangest and most diverse collection ever put together, but a friend Rodney always was, is and will be to those of us who know him. Rod thanks for making it through VMI, ratline and all. DYKES: Class of 1972: Bruce Ruthven Class of 1978: Paul CampeHa Kenneth Arbuthnot MacGowan III Tad Kojack Fairfax, Virginia History — Military Science Pvt. - 4; Cpl. - 3, M Sgt. - 2, 2nd Lt. - 1; Honor Court; Dean ' s List; Academically Distinguished — 2; History Honors Program; Posit Committee — 2; BSU - 2, 1; PLC; Future Wormfarmers of Rockbridge County Club. Behold, I stand at the door and knock: if any man hear my voice, and open the door, I will come into him, and will sup with him, and he with me. — Jesus For to me to live is Christ ... — St. Paul I met the Lord, and finally found out what living was all about — HALLELUJAH!!! - T. MacGowan DYKES: Class of 1972: Rich Wilson Class of 1978: Joe Mounts Arthur Nigel Mackenzie-Graham Nigel Lima, Peru S.A. Economics — Aerospace Pvt. 4, 3, 2, 1; Ghetto; Ghetto Garbage - 4, 3, 2, 1; Soccer - 2, 1; Monogram Club - 2, 1 ; President Economics Coffee Club - 1 ; C.S.R. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Academic Pro. - 3, 2; Conduct Pro. - 2. Nigel having spent the majority of his cadetship on confinement, serving P.T. ' s. He has gone through the old I the hard way. Cindy continuously keeping him in line enabled him to put up with the V.M.I, and its traditions. Through the four years and summers, Nigel has continued to smile and has kept his humor, enthusiasm, his love of one woman, and his R.D.C. cards. All the best of luck to you and Cindy. It has been fun. DYKES: Class of 1972: Craig Taylor Class of 1978: Chris Stone, Jim Pengson John Martin Maples Jr. The John Maypo Mechanicsville, Virginia History - U.S. Army Pvt. - 4, 2, 1. Cpl. - 3; Perverted Corner; President Hop Committee; President and Vice President Civil War Roundtable; 1st Vice President Young Republicans Club.; Treas. V.M.I. Rugby Club; Distinguished Military Student; Recondo; A Co. Intramural Athlete of the Year - 1971-1972; 116 Club; Rum Truckers Ldt. Well the John came to V.M.I, from a town having a population of about 120,000 . . . trees! His many faults, bad orange and knife throwing, cheap shots, and other nasty habits found him a home as a Captam of the Rugby Club. His fame as a Rubgy Hugger grew throughout the state, as any girl from Madison, Radford, or Mary Baldwin can tell you. When you say Bud, don ' t say it too loud or John will haunt you the rest of the day. The total is 8, right? John must thank VMI for all the advanced skills he learned while here, like making a watermelon helmet for Gen. Washmgton! Remember, the one who marries first owes the other a night on the town. The Army gets you next, but no one considers you more of a friend than your BR ' s! DYKES: Class of 1972: Robert Murray Class of 1978: Hans Jan Hooser, John Garrett Phillip Taliaferro Marshall Phil Flop Snake Space Field Marshal Gloucester, Virginia Biology — Armor Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Ghetto - 4; Pervert - 4, 3, 2; Bowery Boys - 2, 1; Young Republican - 4, 3; Cross Country - 4, 3, 2, 1 ; Indoor and Outdoor Track - 4, 3, 2, 1; Most Valuable Freshman Award in Track - 4; Monogram Club - 3, 2, 1. Spaceman splashed down in the courtyard on that August morning and set out to make a name for himself. After four years he ' s made quite a few of them. Most of them unmentionable. His charm and sophistication with women is widely known throughout VMI and Virginia in general. Radford just wouldn ' t be the same without Space . His exploits on the cinder track are also something to behold. How could anyone beat Space when he ' s used to high speed travel out in outer space. Asa Bowery Boy, he added a little extra class by being the token jock and one of the better beer drinkers of the crew. Now, Space, heads into the Army (will it be missies or airplanes?) to guard the nation against all foes. As he departs, we hear those infamous words, One small step for mankind . . . One giant stumble for Space . Good luck in all your endeavors, Phil !!!!!!!! DYKES: Class of 1972: Lee Harrison Class of 1978: Rex Wiggins, Mike McCarthy Frank Frederick Martin, Jr. Freddie Fred Chester, Virginia Biology — Military Science Pvt. 4, 3, 2, 1 ; Air Force Pilot; Resident of Pervert Strip; VMI CADET - 4, 3, 2, Editor-in-Chief - 1; Hop Committee - 4, 3, 2, Vice President - 1; Publications Board - 1; Biology Librarian. Fred may be the only guy in VMI history who came married and left engaged. Though Fred got caught the first time on the midnight patrol, it didn ' t hamper his style. Rooming with 2 rats for the next 3 years, he still managed to remain a grub private. Throughout this time of different girls and indifferent grades he got stuck in a broken-down car on the first date and . . . and now he ' s engaged! (Only Fred) Advice to Jolie: Fred can be counted on for a good time, but don ' t let him get drunk. May Jolie and Fred have the best in the future. Jolie, we know you can handle him, but good luck anyway! From the kids in 122. To all those I love: Family, friends, enemies, and especially to the one who made it all worthwhile — Jolie! I love you all!!! DYKES: Class of 1972: Keith Merle Younger Class of 1978: Edwin Little, Joe Arnold Silas Arthur Madren SAM Suffolk, Virginia Civil Engineering — Marines Pvt. - 4; Grub Pvt. - 3, 2, 1 ; Student Grotto. Four years are mighty short when viewed from this end. Between trying to get SAM a score on the side off every pin-ball machine, filling vending machines, and goofing around with the computers — is it a wonder he has trouble finding time to study? Guess Sam got tired of taking his BR ' s to listen to the music at the HOPS ' cause after his second year here, he found a Madison girl to go to the HOPS with. Hear they might be getting married sometime in the future and make it legal. Good luck, Virginia — you ' ll need it! Larry and Dick. DYKES: Class of 1972: Charles Thomas Urguhart Class of 1978: Nicholas Francis ® • mi f S ?s ' Thomas Alfred Mason James William McCriskin Richard Duncan McFarland Martin Donald Matlaga Charles Thomas McKinney Harry Joseph McKn ight III James Melvin Mesnard Devery Steven Miller Thomas Alfred Mason Tee Mase Masson Tango-Alpha Richmond, Virginia Historical Engineer — Infantry Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Firefighters - 3, 2, 1; Pervert Strip; Cadet Waiters; Head Waiter; Rugby Club; Rat Football; F-Troop. What makes sense around nere anyway? He ' s on some kind of a one man search for potential IMumber 1 ' s . . . but you know folks, there ' s just no such thing as the fVlumber 1 World Champion goddess . . . it ' s true . . . but apparently, there are some Number 2 ' 5 situated here and there. Rugby, friends, encouragement, and earring mean a bunch to him. But, for all the absurdities that VIVll has offered to him, . . . well it has helped him we reckon. Let ' s get frisky with ' em now guys . . . guts up . . . loose scrum with the whole world now. May will make sense ... of course . . . Mainly, I want to thank Mom and Dad more than any other two people on the team of humanity; they and several other pals have kept me in the starting line-up for a good long while . . . okay! Uhhh-huhhh! DYKES ' . Class of 1972: Denny Sullivan Class of 1978; Pete Dillon, Jay Nichols, Joe Arnold Martin Donald Matlaga Mat Marty Linden, New Jersey English — Artillery Pvt. -4, 3, 2, 1; Grub -4, 3, 2, 1; No-Shave Club- 4,3,2, 1; Short Hair Club - 4, 3, 2, 1 ; Marine-at-Heart Club - Forever. There are only three places at VMI Mat can be found; in the rack, the weight room, or the library. Around these three things Mat ' s life at, the hole, revolves. Very few people study as hard and as long as Mat does, but he always finds time for his beloved weights. One thing is true about Mat, no matter how hard he is working he always has time to help someone, no matter who they are or what their problems. Few people have such a great personality as Mat. Mat ' s two biggest problems during his cadetship were sweating out the unwanted prospect of getting rank and the Marines determination to make him get a new pair of shoes. Mat has not decided what he is going to do after he graduates, but whatever it is, I am sure the whole class, the whole school, wishes him the best of tuck. DYKES: Class of 1972; Criss Kinsler Class of 1978: Jim Mackin Charles Thomas McKinney C.T. Spartacus Ashland, Kentucky Electrical Engineering — Naval Aviation Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Rugby; Rangers; Certified Beat Sheet; Rat Training; Varsity Mud Slide: 2.0 Achievement Club; Indoor Track - 4; Hit Man — 1, 2,3,4. Charles Thomas McKinney came to VMI as a distinguished Platoon leader in Jr. Army ROTC from Ashland M.S. As his name quickly changed to C.T., so went his military bearing. Having done this, we all soon learned that C.T. ' s only two loves were Teri and flying. Later during his 3rd class year, while in search of a lost military style, C.T. did a short stint with the rangers and then the marmes. With these efforts C.T, gained the unique name of Spartacus, or Spart for short. From here he became a man in great demand. From aiding his brother rats in clearing out pests to watchful, ever-boning eyes of superman ' s best friend. Yes Spart has had a few run ins with the boys in blue, but will hopefully straighten out this problem as he gains his waterwings. Thanks Spart, We ' ll call you for a contract. DYKES: Class of 1972; Jim Pettyjohn Class of 1978; Scot Singletary Harry Joseph McKnight III Big H Harry Wideload Norfolk, Virginia History — Air Force Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Football - 4, 3, 2, 1; Monogram Club Secretary - 1; RDC Secretary; Cadet Staff; Skoal Club; Soak and Joke Club; Ghetto 154 Debate Team. Harry is a lover! He loves football, and during the season it is a steady relationship. Who can forget the quote No one is going to drink in this room until November 23! After the season he loves to party. In his junior year he loved all the cheerleaders from Sem. Was it seven dates for Homecoming ' 74? Well, we all know what Harry loves now, and of course it all began in a . . . pub! Harry you are semi-tough, for someone who likes Budweiser. We know we will always see you where there ' s a beach with girls, beer, and Coach Weatherford. There is not too much to say to the guy who keeps you up when you ' re down, except, We love you Bro! To all of you who don ' t know Harry he is the humminist sumbitch that ever carried a football . DYKES: Class of 1972; Bill Smith Class of 1978; Jim Reynolds, Joe Arnold James William McCriskin Jimbo Crisco Junior Doctor Marcus McCrisken South Plainfield, New Jersey Biology — Air Force Pvt. - 4, Cpl. - 3, Sgt. 2, Pvt. - 1; Young Republicans (Chairman); Who ' s Who; Arnold Air Society (Commander); Pre-Med Society (Chairman); Ring Design Committee; Ring Figure Committee; Adjutant to GOD; Academically Distinguished; Perverted Corner; The Bowery Boys. Crisco came through Jackson Arch with a stethoscope in one hand and a teddy bear in the other. After four years, he still has both and a little more to boot. As the president of the Everyt hing at VMI Club, he got his grubby little hands into just about everything at the I , and actually did some good. With the help of the Mole and the Head, he has increased his alcoholic capacity 100% to two tall boys, and with a little practice he may make three before the end. His escapades at the Holiday Inn and the Econo-Travel are infamous, and he definitely left his mark on some Radford sweety, or did she leave her mark on him? But all in all, he came through all-right. If we can get him to trade that teddy bear for something a little bit warmer and cozier, his life as a cadet will be complete. I guess he ' s saving his teddy bear, or something else for marriage. It sure puzzles us! Keep plugging Marcus, in all the right places. The Bowery Boys DYKES; Class of 1972: Alan McElroy Class of 1978: John Roser and Sambo Saunders Richard Duncan McFarland Mac Maco Hippo Alexandria, Va. History — Armor Corporal; Sergeant; Firefighters — 3, 2, 1; Perverted Corner — 4, 3, 2. 1; Rugby 2, 1; Plantation - 2, 1 ; DMS; Ring Figure Com.; 75 Policy Com.; G.C. Com.; G.R.I.B. - 3; B.O.C. - 3; MARRIED - 5. Usually there is always some aspect of VMI that appeals to everybody, whether it be academics, athletics, the military, or the Plantation. It took Mac a couple of years to finally decide on the Plantation and Susan. If there is one word to describe the Hippo it would be lucky . Few people have matched his disregard for VMI constituted law and order and gotten away with it. But being true to himself, Mac has found his joy in Susan and the rack, not necessarily in that order. His presence has added many laughs and much good cheer to the entire barracks, but especially to his roomies. When one needs a friend he is always there with a helping hand. Mac is not the kind of person you say goodby to, you merely get his address and mail him a subscription to Playboy on his birthday. Good luck ZULU, we love you. DYKES: Class of 1972: Billy Youell Class of 1978: Jim Eggeman, Chip Schelhorn James Melvin Mesnard Jim Mes The Nard Maynard Hyattsville, Maryland Economics — Infantry Cpl., Sgt., Master Sgt., Lt.; Dean ' s List; Rangers; Cadet Battery; Firefighters; Aggressors; Armed Forces Club; Activities Committee; QMS ' Young Republicans. The just magnificant Mes came to VMI with the intention of doing no work and getting good grades. He is one of the few who has succeeded in this mission. He always had the ability to sniff out a good B.S. session in progress and rarely missed one. The blue bathrobed, pipe smoking Mes could always be seen heading down looking in doors to see who he could bother. If not heading down the stoop, Mes was probably at the P emptying tall Buds. But to all who knew him, Jim was a great friend, always with a sympathetic ear to the problems of his B.R. ' s and always taking time to listen to them. He has been the kind of friend who will remain in the minds and hearts of his B.R. ' s forever. We wish him the very best. DYKES: Class of 1978; Bob Burgio Devery Steven Miller Dev Hagerstown, Maryland History - Air Force Pvt.; Cpl.; Sgt.; 2 Lt.; Rifle Team - 3, 2, Captain - 1; Arnold Air Society — 2, 1; Jackson ' s Battery - 3; Flight Instruction Program; Va. Gentleman; Zoo. What can you say about a roommate of three years who looks you in the eye and says with a straight face, If you would obey the regulations, you wouldn ' t be on confinement. A statement which provoked considerable comment, but which demonstrated Dev ' s saving grace, a sense of humor. A resident of Maryland, Dev returned to his native state with all of the inherent qualities of his southern birthplace. He came to the aid of his BR ' s when they needed his help. His friendship stood firm like the statue of Jackson. He has plotted his course and with a family motto of, Onward, always onward, we are certain it will be straight and true. DYKES: Class of 1972; William C. Collier Class of 1978: Mike Bragale s. V S Richard Oliver Mines, Jr. Kenneth Vincent Miller Hamid Moghavemi-Tehrani Robert Linwood Mills Michael Jannes Monahan Patrick Allen Morgan William David Morris John Robert Moschetti Pvt. - 1, 2, 3, !■ — 2, 3; Rangers 3; Cross Country Kenneth Vincent Miller Ken Mell Kung Fool Madison, New Jersey Mathematics — Infantry Sgt. -2; Amateur Radio Club - 1, 2, 3, 4; Commanders 3; Karate Club -1,2, Pres. - 2; Sport Parachute Club - - 4; Track - 4; Swimming - 4; CSL - 4; SAC - 1,2,3. The Kung Fool arrived on 19 August 1971 figuring he had this place by the Balls. After a highly successful Rat Year (102 Demerits, 4 months of confinement, 212 P.T.s and a 2.0 GPA) he had a few different ideas. His Third Class year, he became a GRRRRANGERIM All he could think of after that was Kung, Fool, Rangers, Girls, and Karate, Rangers, Academics and Tae Quan Do, Rangers. Then there was the Ranger FTXI! His physical wreck was returned to the I babbling something about Snuggles!??!?). Ken went on in his never ending struggles against Col Nichols (he lost), the registrar (he lost) and lastly Cloudy Williams. Good Luck to Ken and Sue, and may their memories of VMI be good ones. DYKES: Class of 1972: Pat Moore Class of 1978; Joe Cafarella and Mark Krebs ' Richard Oliver Mines, Jr. Elvis B.C.C. Rich Hot Springs, Virginia Civil Engineering — Aerospace Science Pvt. 4, 3, 2, 1; Dean ' s List; Monogram Club; BSU; Cross Country - 3, 2, 1; Captain Cross Country — 1; Indoor Track - 3, 2, 1; Co-Captain Indoor Track — 1; Outdoor Track — 4, 3, 2, 1; Tri-Captain Outdoor Track - 1; Ratline Committee; Elvis Fan Club; VMI 6-Mile School Record; FIP. Rich came to VMI as the next best military school to the Air Force Academy. He arrived with aspirations of being a football standout, but was destined to be a distance runner. Coming out of the mountains of Bath County and into the VMI way of life was a rude awakening like the Renaissance to the Dark Ages. Being a country boy. Rich loved the outdoors, women, and Elvis. Elvis being his idol. Rich emulated his qualities and was known as the B.C.C. and Elvis Minez. The M.B.C. Bunnies could not stay away from him, neither could Rich. He never got homesick living only fifty miles away, but his parents, brother and sister would visit him on alternating weekends to help him survive the life at VMI. Rich ' s easy going attitude and smiling face will long be remembered by his Brother Rats. DYKES: Class of 1972: Marshall Pinkard Class of 1978: Craig Larrimore William David Morris Buzz Mercury Corpus Christi, Texas Biology — Armor Cpl., Sgt., Pvt., 4 year Army ROTC Scholarship, Pre-Med Society, Fire Fighters, Zoo Crew, High Rent District, Apathy Club. Dave came to the Institute signed, sealed, and delivered to the US Army. This Texas boy soon excelled: showing corporal stripes his third class year, sergeant stripes his second class year, and not gaining true dignity among the corps until becoming a first class private. In all respects, Dave should have matriculated as a first classman. Who could forget that mysterious red Firebird behind Johnnies our second class year, accompanied by those numerous social trips to Virginia Tech. And when not on the road, one could always find him down by the Maury fishing, and enjoying the simple things of life. Academically, Dave always had good intentions of getting a solid nights work done, which eventually developed into a routine reconnaissance of the OCMNI. Dave entered the Mother I with the hope of becoming a Strac Recondo, and leaves with the dreams of attaining a position in the coveted M.A.S.H. Corps. So, to Dave and Jeannie, good luck where ever your shingle may hang! DYKES: Class of 1972: Eric Hammerson Class of 1978: Joe Bright John Robert Moschetti Mosc Richmond, Virginia History — Military Science Cpl., Sgt. - 2, 1st Sgt. - 1; Delta Company Commander; Dean ' s List; Superintendent ' s List; President Civil War Roundtable; 1975 Ring Figure Committee; English Speaking Union; Rat Training; PX Supper Club; New Barracks Hockey Team. On that day in August 1971 when Mosc first entered Jackson Arch, there was but one thing everyone wanted to know. Was he for real? He sure was, and over these last four years, this Cadet from Richmond has come to be remembered in the minds of his classmates and is sure not to be forgotten. In this year, the 200th anniversary of the beginning of the American Revolution this anglophile will still not admit the colonials won. In between listening for hours to the pipes and drums of the Black Watch and studying diligently to stay on the Dean ' s List, Mosc has still managed to put in an appearance at the big p almost every night of his cadetship. DYKES; Class of 1972: None Class of 1978: Tom Fields, Mark Bryant Hamid Moghavemi-Tehrani Camel Driver M.T. Teheran, Iran Civil Engineering — Naval Science Pvt. 4, 3, 2, 1; Monogram Club - 2, 1; Varsity Soccer - 4, 3, 2, 1; Excess — 4, 3, 2, 1; Ensign — Royal Iranian Navy; Captain of the Rat Soccer Team. M.T. , one of the most liked B.R. ' s in our class came to the old I with the problem of not speaking English too well. This was no hinderance to him though. He soon overcame this problem then continued to demonstrate his learning ability by achieving high grades in engineering. On top of just being plain old smart, he made the Soccer team and became part of the nucleus of a strong team. One of the highest scorers in the game, it never went to his head, even if he is one of the glory boys. His intense desire to do well, definitely is one of his character traits that will make him a man of success. It is a shame though he will spend so much time in the Navy. Who knows, M.T. probably will lead a coup and become King of Iran some day. If not, he will always remain King of our B.R. ' s. Best of luck to you from your B.R. ' s, me and Cindy. DYKES: Class of 1972: Kris Kinsler Class of 1978: Baque Keller Michael James Monahan Mon Goon Alexandria, Virginia English — Infantry Pvt. 4, 3, 2, 1; Dean ' s List; Editor, Ring Figure Magazine; Copy Editor, Bomb, CADET STAFF, Copy Manager, Junior Editor; Varsity Rack Lab; Varsity; Debate Team; Ghetto; Number 1 Club; 500 Demo Club; Associate Editor 1975 BOMB. The four long years are almost over, and Mike has survived. A slight detour arose, but he managed to get back on the road to the beginning. It is the world ' s loss that Mon ' s accomplishments during his years at VMI can only be shared by his brother rats. Hard, Thankless hours produced the Ring Figure Magazine. This was truly a publication that he can be proud of, and it captures a moment that with his work we will never forget. Indeed, his work at the Institute has gone unnoticed, except by a tactical staff that gave him more recognition than he could handle. Mike strove, year after year, to bring his test grades on the same level with his demerits. Summa Cum Laude was his objective. So What ' s in a 3.8 anyway? A heart of a lion is what Mike owns, and that is one thing a special report cannot take away. To T.H.E. GOON , and his rack, wherever you settle down, we know that the earth will undoubtedly tremble under you. To my parents, the Tamez Family, and Uncle Bill and Papa Slate — Thanks — I needed all of you to make it. DYKES: Class of 1972: Tom Moncure Class of 1978: Don Hippie Rat McGinnis, Mark Hellman Michael Joseph Mulligan Jon Mounts David Landfred Mund Michael Joe Mueller Harley Ross Myler, Jr. Jack Irvin Newcommer, Jr. Ronald Jerome Norman Temple Richard North, Jr. i Jon Mounts Francis Flesh Washington, Penn. Civil Engineering — Military Science Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Fencing; ASCE Jon had many achievements at VM I . He is currently the co-holder of the world record for Double-Behind-the-Back-Socks with a total of twenty. He is a renown expert on women. If you don ' t believe me just ask him. His most noteworthy publication was his book, Modesty and How I Attained It . Jon was a good roommate and a good brother. All the brothers and sisters in Staunton send you their love. May the Lord bless, brother. Michael Joe Mueller Ironman Burke, Virginia Mathematics - USMC Pvt. - 4, Cpl. - 3, Col. Sgt., Reg. Opns. Sgt. - 2, 1st Lt. - 1; PLC Hop and Floor Committee; BUFU Founding Father; Co-owner Room 13 Econo-Travel Motel. When Ironman came to the Institute he had great aspiration to become the career-type jarhead. He did not smoke, drink or - -. His first year saw good grades and short hair with the anticipation of the following summer at Quantico. With Quantico behind him, he returned for his third class year with corporal stripes and was destined to become an all-time great in the rack race. The end of his third class year saw academic excellence, an introduc- tion to the evil of Zollman ' s and the beginning of his love-life. Ah yes, his love life. First there was the Marine Corps, then Nancy, then Rose, and finally Kristine. Who would ever think that the sweet young thing from Springfield would lasso the Iron Man? The BUFU ' s of 160 wish you and Kristine the best of luck. Carry-on Candidate DYKES; Class of 1972: Pat Lavery Class of 1978: Bryant Street and Greg Larson Harley Ross Myler, Jr. Harley Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Chemistry Electrical Engineering ACS; IEEE; ACM. Centuries and Centuries roll on by and many men do pass. Some abstain from ignorance and reach unparalleled Peak. Such a man is young Myler an aspiring and prominent Chemist. BUT when you look to N.E.B. there he ' ll be found as an astute E.E. Let us pity and console Balazs along with the rest of the corps since the absence of Myler at the B5500 will certainly leave many perplexing computer programs unsolved. Now let us shift our attention into MAURY-Brooke Hall . . . Let ' s gaze upon its Nucleus and ask Psi how it will function at all ! For certain Goller and Settle will both go Mad without young Myler to guide them. V.M.I, should certainly be proud to have produced such an altruistic and aesthetic individual who wasted not years: but developed himself to a level far exceeding the mundane and banal world. DYKES: Class of 1972: Bill Opipare Class of 1978: Rob Huyett Jack Irvin Newcomer, Jr. Moby Sykesville, Maryland English Pvt. - 4, 1, Cpl. - 3, Sgt. - 2; Perverted Corner; Rum Truckers Ltd.; 116 Club; Monogram Club; Hop Committee; Football -4,3,2, 1 ; Track - 4, 3,2,1; Baseball - 2; Tri-Captain Football - 1 . When anyone at VMI says jock. Jay immediately comes to mind. For this lumbering middle-linebacker has never walked a rat-line since he came to VMI, in fact, it ' s rumored he matriculated as a 3rd classman. Jay can easily be remembered by his swollen cheek or puffy lower lip, caused by an excessive chaw of Red Man or Skoal. A small petite Cuban rides herd on Jay, but we ' re glad she does; it makes him bearable. A true brother rat Jay will be with us forever. DYKES: Class of 1971: Wayne Helper Class of 1978: Glenn Jones, Keith Barber Michael Joseph Mulligan Mike Mikie York, Pennsylvania Civil Engineering — Army Pvt. - 4, Cot. - 3, Pvt. 2, 1; 1975 Activities Committee; Karate Club - 2, 1; Ballet - 1; Bell Telephone Operator ' s Union; Recondo Club; WLUR-FM Radio Club - 2, 1 ; DMS. What can you say about a guy who came to VMI as a rat with all those delusions of grandeur on rank and academics and who in his first class year is a private with a ninth semester ahead of him? What happened? Mike came to VMI with determination to make the most of VMI in his four years. He had a good start, but then Mono hit him and the class lost a great BR for a semester. Due to only Mike ' s determination and love for VMI was the class lucky enough to see him back. He returned with even more determination to succeed and he has been working hard ever since. Academics and having a good time have been on Mike ' s agenda since his return. He has done well in both. Even though you won ' t be graduating with us BR, you ' ll be with us in spirit. Good-luck Mike, but you really don ' t need it - you ' ve already got it in you. DYKES: Class of 1972: Roger Lodi Class of 1978: John LeResche David Landfred Mund Dave Poughkeepsie, New York History — Military Science FA Cpl. 3, Sgt. - 2, M Sgt. - 2, Cpt. - 1; Dean ' s List; ' 75 Activities Committee Timmins Society. Ever since David, the Yankee from New York, has been here, he has had three things on his mind; four stripes, a saber, and the Regimental Band. Well, he made it and justlyl In David ' s spare time you could find him (somewhere like the Band room) studying, smoking a cigar, wetting his palate working on a gun, or just chewing the fat. His taste for the finer things in life has produced many enjoyable hours for himself and anyone with him. Even though his finances may limit him. He did manage to make the Ft. Bragg Officer ' s Club every weekend with a select group to eat and drink, their sorrows away concerning Super Summer 74. Besides being the resident British aristocrat with his pith helmet. David is a great BR and Friend. DYKES: Class of 1972: Harry Partridge Class of 1978: David Gray, Ivan Coleman Ronald Jerome Norman Nomo Norfolk, Virginia History — Aerospace Pvt. - 4; Cpl. - 3; Reg. Op. Sgt. - 2; Master Sgt. - 2; Reg. S-3 - 1; Dean ' s List; Vice-President of Class of 1975; Tri-Captain 1975 Football; GC Committee; Drug Committee; Goon Tunes ; Who ' s Who. Nomo, we can ' t say enough about him. His record as a cadet stands as one of the highest ever achieved at the VMI. His only fault is that he is too nice of a guy. However, this fault has made him one of the most respected and we ll liked members of our class. Ronnie was constantly stirring to make our class one of the finest to ever graduate. He is an inspirational leader both on and off the football field. Hopefully Ronnie will never desert his own inspiration DB . No telling what will come of that combo. There can be no doubt that, You, will always remain first in our hearts (especially his own Goon Tunes ). DYKES: Class of 1972: Phil Wilson Class of 1978: Johnny Garnett Temple Richard North, Jr. Rick Rat Oral Oop Lynchburg, Virginia Civil Engineering — Air Force Pvt.; Rat Indoor and Outdoor Track; Grotto Club; Intramurals; Professional Mortar Mixer . Everyone has heard of the saying you only go around once in life ; well Rick has stretched this motto a bit to make this a second and final go around at V.M.I, (which is truly representative of life), and this time he ' s determined to get that diploma. The one person who Rick most admired at V.M.I, was his dyke John Ludt, whom through thick and thin tried to keep Rick with a smile on his face; and thanks to John ' s help Rick wears that smile today. Rick also owes a lot to the faithfulness of his Brother Rats (1973); they too are still plugging for him. While out of V.M.I, for two and a half years. Rick found out how dear V.M.I, was; especially when he was a laborer mixing mortar; and saw this job to be the only creative profession within reach. Rick is grateful to the class of 1975 for letting him in their class, and he wishes thern all the best of luck. Arthur Bayne Nunn III Robert Wayne O ' Connor John Brockenbrough Offley John Clifford Overcash William Hunter Overton Timothy Arnold Parker George Daniel Penny Samuel Wilbert Phillips III Arthur B. Nunn III Artie Some A.B . Roanoke, Virginia Chemistry - Air Force Pvt. - 4; Cpl. - 3; Sgt. - 2; Lt. - 1; Indoor Track - 4; Football - 3; FCA - 1 ; Civil War Roundtable - 3, 2, 1 ; Cadet Battery - 3; Pre-Med Society - 3; Young Republicans - 4, 3; Tub Club - 3, 2, 1; Spaceport - 3, 2. 1. Artie ' s cadetship started out with a bang but his enthusiasm dwindled almost as fast as his GPA. Being a member of the Rat — Third Stoop vigilante committee, however, was reason enough to stick it out. Some ' s upperclass days were spent with such characters as EE, Uncle Dave, Nice Franks, and The Bag. Together they were instrumental in bringing NROTC to VMI by introducing full scale aquatic warfare to the tactical staff. Who can forget Some, and company getting caught locking the Porkers in during SNI. With the help of two summer sessions, Artie will graduate in May, much to the relief of the little people next door. His only hope is that the changes he has worked for during his cadetship will someday come true making VMI a better school for everyone involved. DYKES: Class of 1972; Tony Sartini Class of 1978: Mark Bottomly, Ken Krause Robert Wayne O ' Connor Bob Flash Towson, Maryland Civil Engineering — Air Force Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Dean ' s List; Ghetto; ASCE; Cross Country Team; Co-Captain Indoor-Outdoor Track Team; Band. Reflecting, I have come to appreciate the fact that Bob faired rather well here. Never in any serious trouble, yet still receiving his share of demerits, Flash kept on trucking through his four years of VMI. Bob is a roommate who wo uld be hard to forget. You couldn ' t even if you wanted to! It was such a pleasure having the alarm clock go off at 6:00 AM so that he could attend morning track practice! Or when he came in at night from studying and proceeded to fall over your chair in the dark, no matter where it was placed! Oh! To sleep — to dream . . . Remembering the seemingly small and possibly insignificant happenings; isn ' t that indicative of friendship? So out of formality Bob, I wish you the best of luck, yet I know that you shall trot through life as if in the 880 — towards victory and success. Take care friend. DYKES:Classof 1971: Emory Baya Class of 1978: Jeff Baumbach William Hunter Overton Bill Wild Bill Flaps O.V. Veece Beefy Nutlock Needle Underpound St. Petersburg, Florida English — Army Artillery Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Ghetto; 1975 G.C. Steering Committee; Tennis - 4, 3, 2; Varsity Football Manager - 4, 3, 2, 1 (HeadI; Rugby - 1 ; Glee Club - 4; Cadet - 2, 1 ; Monogram Club -1,2; English Society - 2, 1 ; Pioneer investment Club - 2; Plantation Boys - 2; Hide A Way - 1; President, DDC- 1. On August 19, 1971 , the Veece limped through Jackson Arch a foolish grin on hts face with ideas of becoming a lawyer, loving and a girl named Sue. Beefy found that everything at VMI was supposed to be taken seriously, but it didn ' t quite work out that way as he laughed his way through cadre from his first year (much to the disgust of the Goober). Love for Sue-] faded away but after a summer in Reno with the Mustang Ranch, he found Sue2. Here was true love but after a disasterous raid on Sem and some mysterious pictures. Sir Veece struck out again. Fighting back with the, Nublock, Veech faught hard against his dispair and freezeouts in the midst of torn undies and the smell. Then Ma Toot began checking on his activities even though he was a model cadet. Missing parties in lieu of signing the sheet became a pastime especially after he lost his first law case. The Tech Paint Crew vs. Bucky. DYKES: Class of 1972: Wally Woloshuck Class of 1978: Tom Hendry, George Relyea, Joe Arnold Timothy Arnold Parker P.X. Fatty Farker Jacksonville, Fla. Electrical Engineering — Air Science Pvt. - 4, 2, 1; Cpl. - 3; JV Basketball - 2; 1975 Ring Designing Committee; Escort Committee — 2. What can you say about a guy who starts off his senior year with six specials in three weeks, and an average of two demerits a day. He also had the pleasure of roaming with the Mad Italian, Stinky, Space Man, and Me. This wasn ' t enough to dampen Tim ' s spirit. He has also made it through four years as an EE under the RED COL. It ' s a small wonder Farker is still here. But now, as he leaves Lexington, with her beautiful Sem. girls, nightly games of Nickel Ball, occasional PGA tournaments, and our night Football games in the courtyard. Fatty was the best QB we ever saw on the New Courtyard Gridiron. Keep swinging Tim, and the best of Luck. DYKES: Class of 1972: Robert Pinky Pinkerton Class of 1978: Johnathon Leban, Tom Reeder John Brockenbrough Offley John-Boy Williamsburg, Virginia History - P.L.C. Pvt. - 4, 3, 2; 2nd Lt. - 1; Rifle Pistol Club; Ranger Platoon; Ring Design Committee; Ring Figure Magazine; English Speaking Union; Caligula Fan Club; PX Supper Club. Leave me alone, and Let ' s go to the X, are the monotonous drones of John-Boy Offley, the Institute ' s pet misanthrope. John ' s attitude has been fostered by certain events at VMI. For instance, rat year John managed to get downrange of a flying hayrole. Fortunately, this initial fragging attempt was a failure. There ' s always the time that he flaked out on a Ranger patrol and woke up among the chipmunks — sans rifle and PRC-77. But seriously, we all know about John ' s drinking prowess. Three beers is a lot, after all. Part neo-Fascist and Dadaist, John envisions the revival of the Whig party and the re-establishment of the British Empire. Adversity introduces a man to himself. Anonymous DYKES: Class of 1972: Fred Baur Class of 1978: Glenn Dallinger John Clifford Overcash Crash Cash Fairfax, Virginia Math, D.S. - Military Science Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Dean ' s List; Run For Your Life; Zoo-Tac Stairs; Alfa-Grub. VMI did a lot for John. I remember how well adjusted it made him when every Sunday in his rat year he would come in and like clock work, throw me out of my bed. Yes, very well adjusted and that was just the beginning. In his third class year John had the pleasure of gomg to Fort Dragg for the FTX, a pleasure that John was to repeat in Super Summer ' 74. John has always been noted for his wonderful attitude because John is even apathedic about apathy. I have a piece of wall graffitti that I will end with. I think it describes Crash ' s cadetship. As I slide down the banister of life I will always remember VMI as the Sliver up my ass . . . which got me going. DYKES: Class of 1972: Robert Gore Class of 1978: Kevin Callahan, Mark Seely, A. Taylor Harvie George Daniel Penny D.P. Danny Beechnut Golf Delta Copperhead Richmond, Virginia History — Air Force Pvt. 4, 3, 2, 1; Lacrosse- 4,3, 2, 1;Tri-Capt. 1 ; Soak Joke Club- 3,2, 1; Blue Team - 3; Pres. - 2, 1 ; Skoal Club - 2, 1; Pro Team; Hop Escort. D.P. is the perfect example of how the average, easy-going cadet spends his life at V.M.I. An average day for the kid would consist of one or two classes in the morning followed by plenty of ' rack ' and X checks in the afternoon. At night he would spend two to three hours on his favorite course during his four years at V.M.I. . . . T.V. 315. Danny has accumulated a record of nine hats remembered by his B.R. ' s. Even though a private at heart Dan could always cut a fine figure when he put his mind to it. However, Hop Weekends were the only time he puts his mind to it. Undoubtedly, the greatest accomplishments the Kid made are the assets he will possess for the rest of his life. First of all Dan always was a great one for sports. His record for the Lacrosse will speak for itself. Second, and by far the greatest asset, is Butch. Ever since Corps Trip our third class year, Dan has been one of the happiest guys alive. Dan has been the best friend I ' ve ever had. DYKES: Class of 1972: Walt Chalkley Class of 1978: Jerry Harris Samuel Wilbert Phillips III Wild Bull Richmond, Virginia Chemistry — Air Force Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Dean ' s List; Rat Basketball Manager - 4; Varsity Basketball ' Manager - 3; Ring Figure Committee: RDC Policy Committee; Cadet Waiter - 3; Young Republicans - 4; Rat Typist for Cadet ; Analytical Chemist of the Year 1973-74 ; Mononucleosis. The average cadet enters VMI for one of two reasons: a academis: or the military. Bill came through the arch seeking a sheepskin and while in the process he had a wild time. Despite this fact he proved himself a capable cadet academically and in character. His high affinity for Semites and various brews gave him many laughs as well as many a hangover. Then, it was in our second class year that Bill really showed the kind of person he was. His grades showed himself not only as an academic but as a leader. He never said no to a favor and was unselfish to give his help to anyone, even if it meant many long hours in the labs. At Christmas Jackie came into his life, and he finally found his girl . Bill ' s unslefishness is unique, and he carried many a BR through many hardships. Thanks and good luck Bill. DYKES: Class of 1972: John Sayers Class of 1978: Bill Lowe John Francis Pierce John Richard Plunkett, Jr. David Joseph Powers John Patrick Prior Lane Anthony Pritchard William Raymond Puttman, Jr. fe7 Charles Louis Rahm III i Thomas Scott Reeder John Francis Pierce J.F. Little Tit Hot Lips Northern Virginia Biology - AFROTC Pvt. — 1, 2, 3, 4; Rangers - 3; Fencing - 4; Pre-med - 1; College Republicans - 1 ; Arnold Air - 1 ; Bowery Boys - 1 ; Civilian - 2. Lil Tit came through the Arch with visions of stripes dancing through his head. As usual the I saw things differently, and L.T. found his sleeves slick during his second class year. Even so, those elusive stripes were in his eyes, and he kept grasping for them. Instead, John saw the light and decided to spend a little time on the outside as a human being, grasping for other more pleasurable things than stripes. Now he has returned to the I , and he ' s grasping for things, and we all know what they are. Yes, John has led a life few cadets get a chance to try. He has lived as a cadet inside and a real person on the outside. Now his life is full of new ambitions, and he has found his place in the medical profession grasping pulses, blood pressures, and nurses. He may still be here for a while, a scared rat — first, but he ' ll come through in a pinch if you need him, and that ' s what a brother rat and friend is for. Keep grasping baby, it ' s within your reach at last. DYKES: Class of 1972: Leo Ox Szydlowski Class of 1978: Larry Smiley Flutty John R. Plunkett Jr. Witz the Plunk Marietta, Georgia Economics — Army Infantry Lieutenant — 1; Swimming — 4, 3, 2, 1; Co-Captain — 1; Water Polo — 4, 3, 2, 1; Cadet Assistant; Recondo; Bufu; Pervert Corner. John came to VMI with mixed emotions about the whole deal, which at times rose to heights of uncertainty. However he weathered the storm quite well. John ' s rat year like that of so many others saw limited success academically, but all was not lost as he did well on the swim team while he also managed to geet hoodwinked by a certain female. During his third class year he hopped from the frying pan into the fire as he changed majors from History to Economics. As it turned out he was quite at home in the Root Cellar and his work produced a fine academic record. Witz finishes up his final year as a swimming co-captain, Lt. stripes and of course, a 90 day hitch with Uncle Sam. Good luck brother rat. DYKES: Class of 1972: Paul Dunn Class of 1978: John Tucker David Joseph Powers D.J. Sidewinder Weed Hopper Lynchburg, Virginia Civil Engineering — Aerospace Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Dean ' s List; Ghetto; Hop and Floor Committee; Karate Club; Young Republicans; Newman Club; Posit Committee; ASCE. D.J. is probably best known for his persistence and quest for perfection. Only the best women, the best cars, and the best whiskey will do. Usually, however, the whiskey made up for the shortage of the first two items. Throughout his cadetship, D.J. has preserved the age old VMI tradition of energy conservation. Although a large percentage of his cadetship was spent, building up an energy reserve, D.J. has kept his academics high. D.J. ' s second class year was marked by a quest to find his inner-self . This was a time of few words and many heavy thoughts. After being harassed to his senses, by his ever thoughtful BR ' s, The Weed Hopper, found his hayrack a more comfortable place to meditate. At least this way he wouldn ' t keep falling out of his chair. Good luck in future endeavors Dave. DYKES: Class of 1972: Geoff Bull Class of 1978: Joe Scioca John Patrick Prior Walpole, Massachusetts Electrical Engineering — Air Science Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Vice Chairman IEEE 74-75; Cadet Waiter; Plantation Boys Monogram Club; Letter Varsity Track; Arnold Air Society; Ghetto; 400 D Club. If anyone had told me what V.M.I, was like I would have never come. It is really hard to believe that every day for four years could be so miserable. Why did I stay? I ' m not sure. Maybe it is the friends you make, the Plantation boys, Fris and Gart. Or is it to say or see if you could pu t up with it, or maybe it is the feeling that someday all this misery, loneliness and hard work will pay off. I ' m not sure what it really is, all I know is I stayed. DYKES: Class of 1972: Steve Palmer Class of 1977: Eric Hatchings, Jim Anderson, John Willison Class of 1978: Chip Decarii, Tom Cook Lane A. Pritchard Pritch Economics — Civilian Pvt. 4, 3, 2, 1; Indoor Track; Outdoor Track; Karate Club; Pyromaniac Club; Marija de Obarrio; New Aerobics Table. To write about history is to try and relate experiences which never bare for the reader the meaning or the intensity that was realized by the individual who lived through them, thus to try to relate the history of a man in his four years at V.M.I, would do very little to present a picture of the real person. In order to realize what has happened to Lane Pirtchard in four years, one must first characterize him as a person. For Lane is a living history, he is a product of all that he has ever felt. Lane is a person marked by intensity and sensitivity. No matter what Lane has ever done it has always been with enthusiasm and energy. He has been a good friend to me and a ' real person; to say more would be superfluous. DYKES: Class of 1972: Mike Preas Class of 1978: Bil Greg William R. Puttman, Jr. Putt Cincinnati, Ohio History — Army Infantry Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Ghetto; Indoor Track - 3; Lacrosse - 4, 3, 2, 1; 1975 Ring Figure Committee; Young Republicans — 4, 3, 2; Intramural Football — 1 ; Chairman of the Board B.E.N. Enterprises. Sincere thanks to my parents for their help and constant support. IT ' S OVER, AND CAN ' T BE HELPED, And that ' s one consolation. As they always says in Turkey, Ven they cuts the wrong man ' s head off Charles Dickens DYKES: Class of 1972: Doug Davenport Class of 1978: Brad Baker, Kevin Fay Charles Louis Rahm III Rusty Roger Ramjet Tweedle-Dee Fairfax, Virginia Electrical Engineering — Military Science Pvt. 4, 3, 2, 1; Dean ' s List - 4, 3, 2, 1; Academically Distinguished; Who ' s Who; Varsity Debate - 3, 2, 1; J.V. Debate - 4; I.E.E.E. - 4, 3, 2, President- 1; Sigma-Pi-Sigma; I.R.C. - 3, 2, 1; The Zoo Tac. Stairs Delta Grub D.M.S. What can you say about a red-headed Mick who has won Ac. stars for two years and has turned down rank at least three times? Rusty came to VMI claiming he had been B.R.F. ' d before he was ever even a B.R.; and although he carefully oriented his military studies towards A.D.T., he was none the less designated a D.M.S. and has applied for an R.A. Rusty ' s devotion to his studies is exceeded only by his love of war-gaming. His greatest assets, however, have been his wry sense of humor and his firm belief that none of this has any lasting, harmful side-effects. This is one Red-head who is not dead — yet! All ' s well that ends well, and we are confident that Rusty will go far. Have fun. Ram, at Ft. Bragg and your Super Summer 75! DYKES: Class of 1972: Bumby Collier, Stan Crane Class of 1978: Mark Seely, Kevin Callahan, A. Taylor Harvie Thomas Scott Reeder A.J. Reeder-Rat Springfield, Virginia Civil Engineering — Corps of Engineers Pvt.; Col.; Color Sgt.; S-4 Sgt.; 1st Batt. Comdr.; Airborne School; Lacrosse - 4 3 2 1- Young Republicans - 4, 2, 1 ; Armed Forces Club -4,2, 1; Bomb Staff - 4, 2, 1; Scuba Club- 4, 1; Firefighter- 2, 1; ASCE -4,3, 2, 1; DMS; 4-Ye3r ROTC Scholarship; Dean ' s List. T.S. came to VMI with a four year scholarship having never laid eyes upon this barren spectacle. Having spent his rat year in the rack, his third class year as a strack corporal, second class year as an even more strack regmtl sgt, and topping everything as a Batt Comdr. Academics were no obstacle for Reeder-Rat, for he has definitely proven himself in that area of his endeavors. One good thing about Tom was his level head and ability to be friendly to the grubbiest grub, to the shiniest ranker. It is not often a Batt Comdr has the privilege to room in the heart of the ghetto, and this proves how easily he is to get along with. DYKES: Class of 1972: Mike Kennedy Class of 1978: Clark Ridley Mij John Yulee Richardson, Jr. Oscar White Richardson III Albert Edward Richter III Thomas Pennington Ridley II Leonard William Riedel, Jr. Scott Owen Risser Joseph John Rizzolo 72 Randolph Christian Robertson i_... - T ' ¥ P John Yulee Richardson, Jr. Y Yulee Brux Arms Dinwiddle, Virginia Civil Engineering — 4-F E. Co. Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1 ; ASCE; Hop Committee; Cadet Waiter. Yulee ' s attitude quickly deteriorated from August 19 when this country stud rolled on into VMI. Blind dates plagued him his rat year — especially Karen, who helped him earn his first 10-6-30. Third class year was going really well for our happy go lucky slob, when he took a dive from the rafters in the gym. This is kind of a sore subject for ail of us, thanks to no help from the wizzard and his cronies. All kidding aside, John . . . with a girl like Karen to help you along and keep you straight, you can ' t lose. Good luck you two!!!!! In closing: to Mom, Dad, Branchie, Russell, Khacki, and the rest of the family who put up with my crap for 4 years because they loved me. To T.J., T.M., R.K., A. P. and especially to Karen, who was always there when I needed her. Thank y ' all! I love you! DYKES: Class of 1972: Bill Irby Class of 1978: Paul IVIitchell Oh! and Joe Arnold Class of 1977 Oscar White Richardson III Big Mama Ozzie Virginia Beach, Virginia History Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Football - 4, 3, 2, 1; Monogram Club; Pre-Law Society; Posit Committee; Cadet Staff; Ghetto; Mountain Climbers; All-Star Main Sinks Baseball; 154 Debate Club; VMI Radical Society; West Plum Street Social and Athletic Club. I would like to use this opportunity to thank my family and friends for the pain and happiness they have endured during my four years. VMI is a special place . I ' ve met people here who are just good folk and I wish them the best during their lives. In these four years I ' ve spent most of it with a very beautiful woman, Cathy, and I know my feelings. Good luck to everyone with my best to T.P., Harry, Andy, Bongo, Allen, Jelly Bear, Ken, Bob, Ben, Dan, Tom, Bruce, Layton, Kimo, Tony, Mike, Papa Glascow, Wade, Randy and everyone else especially Tom Schultze. Harley-Davidson, The Motorcycle. DYKES: Class of 1972: Doug Nichols Class of 1978: Hugh Crawford, Artie Wetter Albert Edward Richter III Ed Fast Ed Ric El Paso, Texas English — Army Infantry Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; ' ee Club - 4, 3, 2, 1; Gentleman Rankers Association - 1; TAC Trifling Team - 1; English Speaking Union - 1 ; Cadet Battery - 2; Rangers — 3, 2; Fencing Club — 1 . Be cheerful, sir. Our revels are now ended. These our actors, as I foretold you, were all spirits, and are melted into air, into thin air. And, like the baseless fabric of this vision, the cloud-capped towers, the gorgeous palaces, the solemn temples, the great globe itself — Yea, all which it inherit — shall dissolve and, like this insubstantial pageant faded, leave not a rack behind. We are such stuff as dreams are made on, and our little life is rounded with sleep. Shakespeare ' s The Tempest 11.147-158 DYKES: Class of 1972: F. Robert Wollard Class of 1978: Ken BIythe, Bob Magnan Thomas Pennington Ridley II T.P. Soaks Rid Tyler, Texas Economics Pvt. - 4; Cpl. - 3; Sgt. - 2; Pvt. - 1; Ghetto; Varsity Baseball - 4 , 3, 2, 1; Monogram Club; Assist. Mgr. P.X. - 2; Mgr. P.X. - 1; Young Republicans — 4, 3, 1; English Speaking Union; Bomb Staff; Soak and Joke Club; 154 Debate Team; Skoal Club. What can you say about a guy who turns down an application to Washington and Lee and decides on VMI? . . . Dumb, stubborn, drunk or what? Well this unfortunate soul was, you guessed it, ME! Yes I chose VMI and I still wonder why. But I came and tried to make the best of it and it looks like I might make it. I have had my ups and downs, plenty of good times and lots of good soaking during my stay at the big I . Most of all I have come to know some of the greatest guys a person could ever desire to meet and I am thankful for that one thing. T.S., Ozzie, Gross-one, Harry, Ben, Costa, Chasmo, Dr. Jack, B.E., Rico, Latent, Jelly Bear, Fabian, Lance, Bongo and plenty more make us this astute list of dear friends and I ' ll always remember them. Now, I ' m leaving, thank God, with a good future ahead of me. I guess I ' ll come back to see my brother graduate, but after that, I may never place my eyes on the I again, who knows and who cares!!!! DYKES: Class of 1972: Jack Hornberger Class of 1978: Eddie Edro Yost Leonard William Riedel, Jr. Len Hog Body Lips New Orleans, Louisiana Biology — Air Science Grubb Pvt. - 1 , 2, 3, 4; Cadet Staff -1,2; Young Democrats - 1 ; Young Republicans - 2, 3, 4; Arnold Air Society - 4; Monogram Club - 2; Baseball - 1,3,4; Zoo - 4; Ghetto - 2, 3, 4; Shoot down - Broken Hearts Club 1 , 2, 3, 4; Mail Assistant - 3, 4; Band Co. Blower - 4; Mud slides — 4; Copy Editor 1975 Ring Figure Magazine; Professional Procrastinator (All My Life). It ' s hard to believe that soon graduation will be a reality. For Len it wasn ' t easy. Through hard work and determination, Len beat the odds! He survived the Ratline, Break-out, conduct-pro, Col B, inspections, confinements, demerits, PT ' s, the Biology department, and ME as a room- mate. Len, I will always remember the times we had steak and booze parties in the room, girls in barracks, our wrestling matches, your marathon fruitfly counting sessions; and most important of all, your devotion to the Ring Figure Magazine. I can ' t say that I have enjoyed VMI as much as you, but I am proud to be considered your friend and BR. Good luck in your future career as a zoomie and in your search for the right girl. PEACE! DYKES: Class of 1973; Matt Tignor Class of 1978: Bob Kirby, David Thacker, Dennis Long Scott Owen Risser Mudhut Stoopie Risso Hershey, Pennsylvania History — Infantry Young Democrats - 4, 3, 2, 1; President - 2, 1; BSU - 4, 3, 2, 1, Vice President - 2; CADET Staff - 4, 3, 2; Cpl., Sgt., Pvt.; Dean ' s List; Honors Candidate; Hop Floor - 1; Plantation; Fire Fighters - 3; AFC - 4. On August 17, 1971 Risso walked through Jackson Arch and became a Rat. He was not, however, the normal Rat. To him the Ratline was not a terrifying experience — it was one big laugh. Soon his reputation had spread and he was making command performances for the boys on the fifth stoop. Escape was found, however, in Dean ' s List furloughs. As No. 1 class clown, Risso was a success. He likes people and people like him. We will always remember him for his witty, satirical type of h umor. Few people have walked away from him with a sad face after he mumbled a few words. In Risso we have found a friend, companion, and B.R. Good Luck, Brother — Thank you. DYKES: Class of 1972: Bob Benham Leo Seibert Class of 1978: Jim Conrad Russ Klicker Joseph J. Rizzolo JR Newark, New Jersey Chemistry — Army Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1 ; Dean ' s List; Ranger 3; ACS -3,2,1; Young Republicans -4. Ranger!! This is Whiskey Bravo Zebra patrolling as head hancho of the New Jersey Spaghetti Benders and potential Johnny Weismueller. We will be coming upon a communist nest of radicals from Gobble-Land. Prepare bayonets to kill babies, smokers and sex preverts. Fall arrived with an anxious, but scared rat, ready to take over the Corps by storm. His qualifications as Recondo made him a likely choice for the Ranger Platoon. Social life took second place to his ambitions, but it took a loss of dreams before his academics rose to his true ability. Meaning well, but still hung is a shell of ideals and unrewarded integrity, Joe can be a leader in his field. As a dear friend whom I respect, I am assured of his added success if he really believes in himself. May God Bless You. lill DYKES: Class of 1972: Bob Lynch Class of 1978: Jeff Revercomb Randolph Christian Robertson Randy Randoon Saddle River, New Jersey Civil Engineer — Armor Pvt. - 4, 1; Corporal - 3; Color Sgt. - 2; Soccer - 2; 3, 2, 1; Glee Club - 4, 3; ASCE; Monogram Club; Decadent Grotto; Recondo; All-Star Main Sinks Baseball. Randy came here as the most recent of a long line of cadet Robertsons. His first two years were molded after the family formula for a success at VMI, pursuit of rank; and his last two after a formula of his own, pursuit of happiness. Thinking about Randy ' s cadetship brings back many nostalgic memories. Who can forget when, with a shout of Where ' s my G- D— wallet, Randy stuck his hand through the third stoop sinks? Com ' n Randy, it couldn ' t be in there. And did you hear about the time when Randy and two other phantoms of the night played baseball in the main sinks until the wee hours of the morning? Trying to condense four years of Randy ' s life into a paragraph is an impossible task. What more can be said about a man than he respected everyone and everyone respected him. To my parents, family, and Rose, thank you for everything. DYKES: Class of 1972: George Robbins Class of 1978: Dave Strauss Scott Putney . •MF I js r -■■■ I Todd Gardner Sain William Gilbert Robson Jon Louis Sastri John Daniel Rothermel III James Keith Schmitt Daniel Chester Schultz David Lynn Schuyler Winfield Grant Scott HI William Gilbert Robson Squeek Midlothian, Virginia Civil Engineering — Air Force Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Dean ' s List; ASCE; President of Special Student Society, When Bill first came through Jackson Arch, as a Rat, he had only one thought on his mind — leaving V.M.I. Every year as Bill went on summer furlough he swore that he would not come back. But each August he returned, ready for the new semester. His four years at the zoo have been memorable ones. Squeek, started off his cadetship on the right foot — with mono. He spent his innumerable days in the 73 ' s with Cool and Tony, constantly in heat, which explains his A in ME 402. Now he has concluded his stay at V.M.I., a BONA FIDE civil engineer. His motto — Life is but an ambiguous path between two points, birth and death, with V.M.I, a mere point along that road. Good luck Squeek and Edith in all your future endeavors. DYKES: Class of 1971: Emory Baya Class of 1972; Dick Pitman Class of 1978; Rene Bois, Bill Robertson John Daniel Rothermel, III Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Biology — Armor Pvt. -4,3,2,1; Football - 4, 3, 2, 1 ; Dean ' s List. I seldom if ever regret doing anything, even although I may be con- vinced that it was wrong. Once it is accomplished, I dismiss it from my mind. — H. L. Mencken My friends I ' ll remember you always the rest will just be bad memo- ries. See you in August. DYKES: Class of 1972; Henry Bruno Class of 1978: Ray Schaper, Matt Schell Todd Gardner Sain Todd Toddy Lincolnwood, Illinois Modern Languages — Army Pvt. - 4; Cpl. - 3; Reg. S.-5 Sgt. - 2; Reg. S-5 Capt. - 1; Chairman - TCFC - 3, 2; 1975 Activities Comm. - 3, 2; Board of Visitors P.R. Comm. - 2, 1; Cadet Staff - 1; Symposium Comm. - 2, 1; RDC - 1; Dean ' s List - 2, 1 ; Airborne Recondo - 1 ; Army ROTC 4 Year Scholarship - DMS - 1; Bell Telephone Operators Union - 1; Recondo Club; Soche; CCTB. No doubt about it, Todd ' s cadetship was one success after another. Finishing his rat year with FERGY RAT , he set sail in the sea of stripes, all the time keeping his eye on Reg. S-5. With his subsequent years came more responsibility, not only through stripes, but with his dedication to the class. He was serious in all endeavors (at times too serious), but always striving for excellence. Todd will be remembered as an appreciated friend whose help was always present; as a true cadet and gentleman whose strong character and fortitude governed his personal policy of setting high goals and achieving them. By the way, Todd; HAVE A GREAT CHICAGO! DYKES: Class of 1972: Robert T. Ferguson III Class of 1978; William H. Atwill,Jr. Jon Louis Sastri SaS Tree Wop New York City, New YOrk Physics — Air Force Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Varsity Cross Country; Indoor Outdoor Track - 4, 3; Fire Fighters -2,1; Society of Physics Students - 4, 2, Sec. Treas. - 1 ; President ' s Sports Award; Varsity Quantum Team. Tree came to VMI from NYC expecting much excitement. While here he has encountered many exploits, such as narrow escapes at Southern Sem., collisions with screen windows, and certain encounters with members of the faculty in Mallory Hall. Being a Physics major, Jon was shown the light by the Cool One , The Pud , Gentlemen , and The Tonka King . In the winter of our third class year a certain young lady entered his life. Realizing a good thing when he saw it, Jon now spends all of his time at Madison College. There is not much you can say for a person who has kept you in school except for thanks , and I wish the best to him and Donna for a long happy life. An Air Force career seems to be in his future. How is the Weather? DYKES: Class of 1972: Doug Pritchard Class of 1978; Andy Mumma, Chip Jamerson James Keith Schmitt J.K. Jim St. Joseph, Missouri Biology — Infantry Pvt. - 4; Cpl. - 3; Sgt. - 2; Bn. S-3 Lt. - 1; 1975 Ring Design Committee; Airborne School; Rangers; Aggressors; Fencing Team; Hop and Floor Comm.; Bell Telephone Operators Union; Dean ' s List, . . . And then came Jim! From the plains of Missouri, J.K. arrived at the big I . While everyone else in those hot August days wondered what Mother Institute held in store for us, in Jim ' s case it was what he had in store for VMI. Like the rest of his BR ' s, Jim had ambitions of high rank and high grades. Succeeding in his quest for stripes and considering he is a Biology major not on Ac -pro, one can be sure J.K. reached his goals. We, his classmates will remember Jim as a sincere, hardworking BR, who spent Saturday nights studying Organic, while his buddies were tipping a few brews at the Paramount; who never stopped believing in the VMI system and what it stands for, even in the midst of todays liberalism and apathy; who ' s unselfishness and open mindedness was always present, exemplifying true BR spirit. Good-luck Jim, in all your endeavors. DYKES; Class of 1972: Bill Daniel Class of 1978: Dave Lucado and Joe Morel li Daniel C. Schultz Dirty Dan Guantanamo Bay, Cuba Chemistry — Air Force Pvt. 4, 3, Sgt. - 2, Lt. - 1; Football, Varsity Football; Member at Large in the Republicans; Civil War Roundtable; President of the Escort Committee; Match Sec. for the V.M.I. Rugby Club; Scuba Club; 1 16 Club; Rum Truckers Society. When Dirty Dan walked under Jackson Arch, most people wondered why Huck Finn and Mark Twain didn ' t come along ... we aren ' t really sure whether he was the son of Evil Knivel or Lloyd Bridges, but one thing was for sure, he never ceased to amaze us. From Catfish that eat Ducks of the top of rivers to plane trips with Go-Go Girls, Dan has lived life fully. Although his professional singing career is rather doubtful at this point, he has more than made his mark at numerous Rugby parties and has crowned more than his share of Rubgy Queens. We don ' t know where Dan wants to go, but we know that wherever it is, he ' ll make it. V.M.I., The Ruggers, and your BR ' s will miss you Dan, as we know we ' re saying good-bye to the best there is. DYKES; Class of 1972: Larry R.Jefferson Class of 1978: Martin Welsh David Lynn Schuyler Uncle Dave Skiler Roanoke, Virginia History — Artillery Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Dean ' s List; Secretary-Treasurer Civil War Roundtable; Firefighters; Scouters Club; BSU; Tub Club Cadet-in-Charge; Tennis; Rat-JV Football - 4, 3, 2. From the star city of Roanoke, Uncle Dave rolled into VMI. Living in the Ghetto, he found that there was more than studying. Throughout the next two years, he and his roomates, A.B. Some, Fleabag, E.E. and Nice Franks, found themselves involved in aquatic warfare with their neighbors. The Big Porkers , Bimbo, Lurch, Bernardo and Groomate, proved to be formidable opponents. Thanks to these struggles, they have accounted for three new floors in the barracks. In their first class year, the Porkers, moved into another location, thus, the art of guerrilla-waterfare developed between the rooms. Uncle Dave ' s athletic career cannot be overlooked. After practicing football for three years on the sprint and streak units, he decided to retire and join the ranks of cadet waiters. At the Institute, Uncle Dave has found many friends whom he will always remember. DYKES: Class of 1972: David Childers Class of 1978: Bont Tulbert and Tommy Tanner Winfield Grant Scott III Sugarbear Severna Park, Maryland Civil Engineering — Military Science 2, 1; BOMB (Layout Editor); 1975 Ring Figure Magazine; ■4,3,2, 1; Cadet Battery - 3, 2, 1; VMI Theatre -4. The Professor is my shepherd, I shall not study. He maketh me to lie down in the wee hours. His homework leadeth me through the stacks. He restoreth my apathy. He leadeth me in the path of knowledge for my own sake. I will fear plagiarism. The Professor is with me. His assignments and his staff they exploit me. He preparest a test for me in the presence of my classmates. He annointest my head with trivia. Meanwhile my mug runneth over. Surely after many scrolls are published while he is at the HILL. He will wear the cloak of holy tenure forever. DYKES: Class of 1972: S. E. Hively and R. W. Flowers Class of 1978: F. B. Pohike Pvt. - 4, 3, RDC; ASCE James Carroll Seitz III Gregory Scott Seldon John West Sheffield III Elbert Owen Shiflett, Jr. John Harold Siemens Arthur John Sigsbury, Jr. Ralph Charles Simmons Mark Vladimir Skuby U James Carroll Seitz III Zitz Seats Dallastown, Pennsylvania Biology — Air Force Rugby Club; Rat Football; Wrestling; Corporal; Private; Hop and Floor Committee; Pervert Strip. We are troubled on every side, yet are not distressed; we are perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not forsaken; cast down, but not destroyed. (The Bible) It was a long road of amazements, questions, changes, victories, defeats, and friendships neither time nor anything else combined could destroy. It was happiness and sadness. It was Ring Figure, Football, Rubgy matches, and it was weekends heading up 1-81 to Pennsylvania. Most of all it was a test. A test I can look back on and say I made it before and I know I can make it some more. Thanks to Mom and Dad for the inspiration and the chance to make these four years possible. DYKES: Class of 1972: Roger Lodi Class of 1978: James Cure Gregory Scott Seldon Easy Winchester, Virginia Civil Engineering — Military Science Pvt. - 1; FIP; Trainer - 4, 3, 2; Baseball - 3, 2, 1; ASCE; Monogram Club; Conduct Probation; Fellowship of Christian Athletes. P.T.L. DYKES: Class of 1972: Vernon Bietzel Class of 1978: Lance McMillan and Rick Powell John West Sheffield III Bimbo Americus, Georgia Electrical Engineering — Aerospace Science Pvt. - 4, Cpl. - 3, Sgt. - 2, 2nd Lt. - 1; Dean ' s List - 4, 3, 2; Academically Distinguished — 4, 3, 2; Air Force Scholarship — 2, 1 ; Alcoa Foundation Scholarship — 1; Football Scholarship — 4; Rat Football — 4; Sigma Pi Sigma Physics Honor Society; IEEE; Military Engineering Award — 2; Chemical Rubber Co. Engineering Award — 2; VMI Amateur Radio Club; Aquatic Warfare Club - 4, 3, 2, 1 . An incorrigible love for playing in water, plus an uncommon ability for keeping out of trouble is a normal first impression of Bimbo . He is a VMI-bred existentialist who is ready to move on. Believing that through hindsight VMI life be put into a realistic perspective. DYKES: Class of 1972: Fast Ed Blair, Rooster Westbrook, Kevin Daigh, Dan Bond and Worth Roberts Class of 1978: Bob Fricke Elbert Owen Shiflett Jr. Elmo Mo Bert Civil Engineering — Military Science Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Ghetto - 3, 2, 1; Lacrosse - 4, 3, 1; RDC - 1; ASCE; Im. Handball - 2; Im. Basketball - 2; Young Republicans - 4, 3, 2; Member of Who ' s He; President of B.E.N. Enterprises. As you look back through the 4 years spent at VMI you don ' t know whether to laugh or cry. I would never go through it again for a million dollars. Appreciation goes to my parents and friends for their support through the rough times. DYKES: Class of 1972: M. L. Fielder Class of 1978: John Eband and Jay Massad Arthur John Sigsbury, Jr. Sigs J Siggy Berry Toms River, New Jersey Biology — Military Science — Armor Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Dean ' s List; WLUR Radio Club; Run For Your Life; Tankers. Siggy is our illustrious Brother Rat whose cadetship has been filled with excitement, fast action, confinement and, last but not least, boredom. From August 19, 1971 when we became rats, his skill for doing the unexpected quickly, and getting caught, has fascinated us. In all untimely events, we have never seen him shy away from the consequences. His unending stoical attitude has brought him our respect and made him popular. He enjoyed his rat year, and the antics of Room 454, probably because he didn ' t know any better. Now he knows better but that has not changed him a bit. Sigs has high hopes for the future. With his determination we are sure he will meet his goals. Good Luck, Sigs. DYKES: Class of 1972: Jerry Aveta Class of 1978: Scott Konkus Ralph Charles Simmons Mingo Samuria Petersburg, Virginia Civil Engineering — Air Force Varsity Swimming — 4, 3, 2, 1; Swimming Team Co-Captain — 1; Pvt. — 4, 3, 2, 1; Monogram Club - 4, 3, 2, 1 ; President of the No. 1 Club - 4; ASCE - 4, 3, 2, 1; Howsit Club; Bank Americard; Carol! Being an, Army Brat, Ralph had the dilemma of choosing between West Point and the Virginia Military Institute. Unfortunately, he chose the lesser (?) of the two evils. Through his determination and his parents undying inspiration he kept up his grades. Swimming and a certain local chick named Carol from Radford College have taken most of his time. His school spirit and competitiveness has given him co-captain of the swimming team and promoted enthusiasm and admiration among the members of B.V. ' s Brentwood Swim Club during the summer of ' 74. He received such a dark tan that they made him sit in the back of the Corps ' trip bus. With Ralph ' s friendliness and optimistic outlook on life, he ' ll succeed in the future and I wish him the best of luck. DYKES: Class of 1972: Lou Pappas Class of 1978: Nelson Curtis Mark Vladimir Skuby Scoob Springfield, Virginia Civil Engineering — Air Force Pvt. - 4; Cpl. - 3; Sgt. - 2; 2nd Lt. - 1; Glee Club President; Armed Forces Club — 4; Cadet Program Board Bowling Tournament Champion; American Society of Civil Engineers. The kid from Springfield came to VMI expecting a good college life, but instead got the full four year treatment. However, Scoob seems to have weathered it without too many complaints or permanent damage. Even after earning the reputation of having the longest hair in his Rat Cadre Squad, he went on to become Corporal, Sergeant, and finally a Lieutenant with a sabre. Among these other sundry activities we must add his loyalty and work for the Glee Club. As a roommate he was always congenial when awake, and hell when he was asleep. But anyway we wish Scoob the best of luck as a Civil Engineer in the Air Force and no, Skuby, the roofs are not on fire! DYKES: Class of 1972: Harold Plott Class of 1978: Bruce Walls John Harold Siemens Monkeybody Monk Civil Engineering — Aerospace Science Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Sport Parachute Club - 3, 2; Summer School - 4, 3, 2. First there was fire, then there was the wheel, then there was Monk , and after that, the wheel was never the same. It squeeled, burned rubber, and generally created a public nuisance, not to mention the noise. John owns a 1966 mint condition, wide treaded, suped-up, color-me-gone Mustang. He has spent most of his summers in Summer School, tinkering with his wheels and testing his inovations at the B.V., Kenny Burger. Ask him about his famous Ice Cream Wheelie. Basically, John is a first class private grub, who has worked very hard to gain his coveted grub status. (He was offered Sgt., but turned down the shiny chevrons for his no-glare shoes . John ' s warm smile and long California surffer hair has won him many friends and a few country hearts (he likes country girls). His drive to keep on has kept him on. So, keep on, keeping on, John. DYKES: Class of 1972: Jon DiMarco Class of 1978: Mike Palmer and Bob Simpson Taylor Ashby Slate Otho Preston Sloan III Charles Richard Smart Ellett Morton Smith Michael Lawrence Smith Michael Lodington Soares John Michael Soukup Taylor Ashby Slate Slatebody Mountain Man Alexandria, Virginia Civil Engineering — Air Force R.O.T.C. Pvt. - 4, 3, 1 ; Sgt. - % of 2; Rifle Team - 4, 3, 2; BOMB Staff - 4, 3,2, Editor - 1; Dean ' s List - 4; Arnold Air Society - 3, 2, 1; Who ' s Who; DAS. It took Taylor 4 years to decide just what type of a cadet to be. In his first three years he fluctuated from shiney rat (with fire-polished shoes) to a partially unshined Pvt., to a partially shined Sgt. As a First Classman, he decided that the only way to go was Grub, first class. The most consistent thing about Taylor was the way he managed his time: All free time in the rack, and all study time in the Bomb Room (making bombs and playing cards). As far as academics went, he did the minimal amount of work for whatever he could get. There wasn ' t one situation he couldn ' t handle, (or get into) one assignment he couldn ' t put off until the last night and still get done, or one girl he couldn ' t . . . He ' s just T.A.S. in more ways than one! DYKES: Class of 1972: Rick Hack Class of 1978: Dave Gordon Otho Preston Sloan, III O.P. Pres Portsmouth, Virginia Biology — Armor Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Ghetto - 2, 1 ; Plantation - 2, 1 ; Jury Member Ghetto Court; Hog Shaven Club; Bike Club; Hunting and Fishing Club. Sometimes you dream. Sometimes it seems There nothing there at all. You just seem older than yesterday, And you ' re waiting for tomorrow to call. Elton John THANKS TO MOM AND DAD. DYKES: Class of 1972: Jack Freeman Class of 1978: Stanly Wolchuck Charles Richard Smart Chris Elliptical Fungae Lexington, Virginia Physics - Private Citizen (FA) Grub Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1 ; Varsity Swimming - 4, 3, 2, 1 ; Monogram Club - 3, 2, 1 ; SPS - 4, 3, 2, president - 1 ; No. 1 Club; Ghetto - 4, 3, 2, 1 ; Doc Olds Fan Club; Gim Co.; BMP; Aquatics Board - 4, 3, 2, 1; Jack Daniels and Water Club; Advanced Mudslider. On the 19th of August the, elliptical man, started his long trip to VMI. This consisted of approximately a 500 yd. walk from Col. Charlie ' s house. Better red than dead, gave up Kenny Burgers, white socks and PBR for his VMI education. Affectionately known as the fungus amoungus, he set records for the number of afflictions endured by one body. Only Chris could brave frequent trips to Doc Olds, much less succumb to an operation and still come out alive. After offering Capt. Gray a cold one, Chris retreated to the pool and the subbasement of Mallory Hall to begin a quest for grad school. From eigenfunctions to back dives, Chris has done it all. Success is yours BR, best of luck in whatever you do. DYKES: Class of 1972: Kurt Otto Renz Class of 1978: Ron (Korny) Kohnhorst Ellett Morton Smith Ell-Lett Martinsville, Virginia Civil Engineer - U.S.M.C. Pvt. - 4; Cpl. - 3; M Sgt. - 2; Lt. - 1; Dean ' s List; Armed Forces Club; Rugby - 4; Firefighters; B.S.U.; I.R.C.; Civil War Roundtable; Cadet Waiters; Cheerleaders; Hop and Floor; Cadet Assistant; P.X.; 1975 Ring Figure Construction Committee. The first thing that came to my mind when I saw Ellett was: How did that squat get into Foxtrot? But I was soon to find out that Ellett stood tall in those things that make someone a true person and brother rat. He was from the first, a valuable asset to both his company and his class. Quiet and unassuming, Ellett ' s opinions are respected and sought by all who know him. A totally honest person, Ellett has rejected all forms of brown nosing usually attributed with one who does well as he does — He ' s a lieutenant, a successful PLC; and a consistent Dean ' s List student in C.E. One of the most industrious people I have ever met (and one of the biggest chowhounds), Ellett can find nothing but success. Take care Toad. DYKES: Class of 1972: J. B. Ashcraft Class of 1978: Jack Barnhill, Alec Earle Michael Lawrence Smith Mike Hamster Smitty The Beak Richmond, Virginia History — Infantry Pvt., Cpl., Sgt., Pvt.; Gentleman Ranker Society; Rangers - 2, 1 ; Sport Parachute Club — 3, 2, 1 ; Ring Figure Magazine and Construction Committees; English Speaking Union; Civil War Roundtable; PX Supper Club- 3, 2, 1. Having accepted the fact that he will never again see Virginia as a British Crown Colony, Hamster has led a cadetship dedicated to the search for truth and idealism in the more sensational forms. His quest led him to seek the wisdom of Ernie our Rat year, and ever since his weekly pilgrimages to the Paramount with the gang have developed within Mike a sense of dignity amongst disgrace which has kept him in good form at VMI. From the solemn arches of W L during Finals ' 73 to the horrors of the Westhampton Valkyries over Ring Figure, Michael has faced adversity and, bolstered by the spirit of the Rajputana Rifles, managed to keep smiling that crooked, fatalistic grin. It ' s the queen of darkness, pal. DYKES: Class of 1972: Buzzy Chacey Class of 1978: Bud Mayhew, Dave West Michael Lodington Soares North Chatham, New York History — Armor Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1 ; Football Manager - 4, 3, 2; POV Club - 3, 2, 1 ; Home- coming Court — 1; Aerobics Table — 3, 2, 1 ; University Bus Club; Grand ' s Supper Club. Most challenging course — Calculus Most embarrassing experience — Ring Figure Hotel Most responsible position — Section Marcher Most intellectually stimulating — Military Science Sobriquets - Rico, Senator, Other thing Old Man Most efficient — Clean Underwear Favorite Author — Thoreau Favorite refresher White Tavern Gin College Honeys — Nancy, Pam, Kim, Prudy, Natalie Pastime — Studying eyelids; blind dates Worst experience — Summer Camp Greatest annoyance — Torbett ' s teeth brushing Man is a pliable animal, a being who gets accustomed to everything. Feodor Mikhailovich Dostoevski DYKES: Class of 1971: Reid Dudley Class of 1978: Greg Beck John Michael Soukup Sookie Houston, Texas Civil Engineering — Special Student Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Honor Court : 1; Rugby - 2, 1; Ghetto; Dean ' s List; ASCE; Rat Tutor; CE Cadet Assistant - 1 . Sookie ' s life at V.M.I., until this year, has been marked by temperance — from his love life to his use of shaving cream. He has been a great performer within the academic buildings as well as upon the rugby field. However, this Greek (via Houston) dancer has an Achille ' s stomach when it comes to consuming the evil spirits and Cary Nation would truly be ashamed. In summary, Sook ' s cadetship has been marked by steadiness; in his work, his friendsfiip and in his great love in life — to be able to read a good book upon his ranch porch, with a cup of Java in hand and overseeing his cattle and his watermelon patch. DYKES: Class of 1972: Henry Knick Class of 1978: Bert Loflin, Tim DeSalvo Edwin Earl Spain, III EE Richmond, Virginia Electrical Engineering — Infantry Pvt. - 4; Cpl. - 3; Sgt. - 2; 2nd Lt. - 1; Civil War Roundtable - 3; IEEE - 3;CPB - 3; CPB - 2; President CPB - 1; IEEE - 1. From the time EE became a member of the Corps on August 19, 1972 he was determined to remain come hell or high water. All hell broke loose as EE was introduced to the EE curriculum and brother Bob ' s raiders. The next years saw the water rise and the emergence of the lake dwellers. Bimbo, Nardo, Lunch, and Groomate. With the help of Bag, Nice, Sum and Screechman the lake dwellers learned their lesson as 335 and 235 become recognized as national lakes. EE will long remember the Electrical Engineering crowd; Bang-Bank, Fris, JP, Cortney, Bimbo, Wormes, Lunch, Tom-Tom, Sex, Sudo, Fagsdale, Rusy, and of course the 3HBRS. Never to forget the CPB gang, the munchskins next door and Dave EE plans to depart the Big I ASAP. Thanks for your help the last 4 years, family. DYKES: Class of 1972: Toni Sartiini Class of 1978: David Mecredy John Rawlington Stewart III Gregory Howard Stultz Perry Donald Stump, Jr. Thomas Ralph Sutter Ted Wilhelm Swenson Kevin Martin Tamez Gary John Taylor Robert Hill Taylor John Rawlington Stewart III John Johnny Houston, Texas English — Air Force Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Air Force Scholarship: Photography Ed. VMI CADET; 1975 Ring Figure Magazine; FIP; Firefighters; High Rent District; Zoo Crew; 2.0 Club. John, like the rest of us, enrolled into VMI with the same hesitant feeling in August of 1971 . He came with a gung-ho attitude but VMI soon destroyed that so he turned to being a photographer for the CADET staff. Being a confirmed grub he soon gained unsurpassed popularity with the Commandant but still managed to keep his hair and stay off confinement. But even through all of this and even Summer Camp he has managed to keep that fighter-jock enthusiasm about flying and the USAF. So, good luck in pilot school, keep your head out of the cockpit, and maybe I ' ll fly your back-seat some day. DYKES; Class of 1 972: Johnny Sayers Class of 1978: David Ring Gregory Howard Stultz Greg Roanoke, Virginia Economics — Army Infantry Pvt. - 4; Cpl. - 3; Sgt. - 2; Capt. - 1 ; Alpha Company Commander; Dean ' s List; Platoon Leadership Award at Advanced Camp; Pioneer Investment Club; Rat Football - 4; Distinguished Military Student. When this Roanoke boy entered through the Arch things began to happen. Not only did alt that hair go, but it uncovered a red-neck and a friendly smile his brother rats will long remember. Making his way from Rat Football to last ranking Alpha Co. corporal, Greg began hurrying ahead in his studies and military standing. At the height of his cadet career Greg enjoys the comfort of four stripes and a different date every hop weekend. Perverted corner hasn ' t affected him much, but the local club of ill-repute will soon make its mark. But as always Greg will come out smiling, ready for the next challenge. As for the rest; we ' ll wish Greg the best of luck for he made his footprint in history here at the Big I and the train will continue. DYKES: Class of 1972: Marc Fielder Class of 1978. Phil Fore, Robert Parker Kevin Martin Tamez Alexandria, Va. Modern Languages — Military Science Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Ghetto; Varsity Rifle Team- 4; Rugby 2, 1; Young Republicans - 4; 1975 G.C. Committee; Cadet Staff - 2, 1; Fire Fighters — 2; Associate Sports Editor — 1 ; Pre-Law Society — 2, 1 . The influence of two older brothers in the class of ' 73 couldn ' t dissuade our hero from participating in the suigeneris educational system of VMI. After a one year sabbatical in which all those things left undone, while at VMI, were done, he returned to resume his education . Though not exacting perfection from others his subtle influence could be fell on his roomies. Yet they tried to hide it by incurring VMI ' s wrath of negative incentive. Notwithstanding all of the disappointments and disillusionments of his tour here, Kevin saw it through with aplomb. DYKES: Class of 1972: Tim Pool Class of 1978: Pat Wilson Gary John Taylor Monk Monkee Jersey Neck Basking Ridge, New Jersey Physics — Air Force Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Dean ' s List; Secretary - RDC; Fire Fighters - 2, 1; Society of Physics Students - 2, Vice-President — 1; 1975 Activities Committee — 3, 2; Young Democrats - 4; Armed Forces Club - 4; AFROTC Scholarship; Varsity Quantum Team. Would you believe such a place as Basking Ridge, N.J. really exists? Yet, it rates right up there with Wheeling, West Virginia, but the Monk calls it home. What do you do with a roommate who likes to drink, but can ' t hold his liquor? Or who falls in love with every girl he meets and yet claims he doesn ' t want to get tied down? It ' s simple, you let him truck on out to the Physics building every night and quantize his brains out. Gary has really enjoyed VMI — freezing and melting for the Pud , stretching films for the Cool One , and surviving his second class year with 60 days and 3 demerits to go. Thanks BR for making our sentence tolerable. Have fun with your missile, if you ever get bored just push the button. DYKES: Class of 1972: Phil L. Wilkerson Class of 1978: Mike Eaton, Hal Furlow Perry Donald Stump Jr. P.D. Brandywine, Maryland Dean ' s List; Ghetto; F.I. P.; A.A.S.; Plantation Boy, Staunton Express. And as we wind on down the road. Our shadows taller than our soul. There walks a lady we all know. Who shines white light and wants to show. How everything still turns to Gold and if you listen very hard The tune will come to you at last. When all are one and one is all. To be a rock and not to roll. DYKES: Class of 1972: Dan Bond Class of 1978: Tom Easy Bear , Bryan Peterson Thomas Ralph Sutter Sud Wachepreague, Virginia Pvt. - 4, Cpl. - 3, Pvt. - 2, Pfc. - 1; Sport Parachute Club - 4; Young Republicans - 4; Varsity Rifle Team — 4; Rangers - 3; WLUR Disc -Jockey - 3; Student Member ASCE - 4, 3, 2, 1 ; The Class of 1941 Award - 4,3, 2, 1; Dean ' s List; Academically Distinguished; MOST OF ALL RECONDO. Robert Taylor Vice Pres. O.G.A.; E. Co. RDC Rep.; West Plum Street Social and Athletic Club; Vice President Sir Edmund Hillary Club; Ghetto - 4, 3, 2, 1 . And there dwelt in the land of Iz a Bear, whose name was Jelly. And the voice of his Forefathers whispered unto him. Arise! Get ye into a healthful and pleasant abode which we shall show thee, and seat thyself upon the hill of science. And Jelly Bear took all that he had and went, but they received him not. Therefore did Bear go straightway to the U of R and dwelt there for one year. And again the voice of his ancestors cried out to him and he journeyed once more to the Pleasant Abode saying I have heard the voice of my forefathers and they will not be denied. Thus was J.B. accepted into their dwelling and clothed with their clothing and observed their customs and manner. And Bear lent his ear unto the Elders but they enlightened him not, he did take unto him Concubines but they pleased him not, he did fall upon and rend the Foodboxes of his Brethren but they nourished him not. Therefore did Bear search his Soul and he became a leader among his Brethren and they did hold him in their hearts. And so it was that when the years were accomplished that he should be graduated. The years of his life were two and twenty. DYKES: Class of 1971: Jim Westbrook, Worth Roberts Class of 1978: John Woodward MACHT NICHTS DYKES: Class of 1972: Brad Allen Class of 1978: Steve Murray Ted Wilhelm Swenson Swenson! Tedlington Amarillo, Texas History — Infantry Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Perverted Corner - 3, 2, 1; Rugby - 2, 1 . Ted will leave the I with a few more pounds than when he came — thanks to those Texas steaks. However, many have felt these extra pounds, more than once, on the Rugby field (and found them an unpleasant experience). Ever ready to throw a blanket party for anyone, we shall all remember Ted for his infinite loyalty, his constant humor, his sex-life, and his belly. Not one to overwork himself, Ted promptly changed his major from Math to History. And it was many a Biology class in which all we could get out of Ted was z, z, z, z, . . . To Ted and those heart throbs in Texas — best of luck. DYKES: Class of 1972: Lee Hill Class of 1978: Jim Favier Wyndham Boiling Temple William Terpeluk Michael Lee Thompson Phillip Joseph Thorpe Bruce Elliott Torbett Charles Boyd Tucker, Jr. Walter Lowrie Tucker III James Shatter Turpin, Jr. Wyndham Boiling Temple Super Squat Civil Engineering — Military Science 4th - Civil War Roundtable, Militaria Society, ASCE; 3rd - CWR ASCE Sec.-Treas., Cpl., Symposium Committee; 2nd - CWR, ASCE Vice Pres., 1st Sgt., Bn. Sgt.-Maj., Symposium Committee, Academic Self Study Committee, Tanker Pit., 1st - CWR Vice Pres., ASCE Pres., Charlie Co. Exec. Officer, Symposium Committee, Tanker Pit. Leader. All years a member of the goon tunes . Since Bo first paraded through Jackson Arch as a Rat, he ' s had an undeniable drive and ambition that has carried him far — and would have carried him farther if he ' d only known when to use discretion. But then, that ' s Bo; we know that to have him as a friend means having a staunch ally in time of crisis, as well as having someone who ' ll argue for you, regardless of the cost to himself. Again that ' s Bo; he ' s never had much respect for authority coupled with imcompetence. In a lighter vein, we ' ll remember that Bo heads home for Richmond, his Baghdad-on-the-James, every chance he gets. His love for Virginia and the Lost Cause is a legend within barracks, if Jeb Stuart had never lived. Bo would fit the stereotype well, plumed hat and all. But never forget who won, Bo. DYKES: Class of 1972: William K. Stephens III Class of 1978: Jay Hutt William Terpeluk Bill Terp Dumpy Terpeluke Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Economics — Infantry Pvt. — 4, 3, 2; DMG; Distinguished Graduate; Omnicron Delta Epsilon; Rangers — 3, 2. Bill ' s career at V.M.I. has been the story of a lone cadet striving to succeed despite himself. Who else could get into so much trouble during his cadetship and still manage to graduate in three years with stars? The leaders of Dumpy ' s Raiders brought a little bit of Philadelphia ' s cultural vacuum to V.M.I. (remember his logically illogical arguments about almost everything?!, and V.M.I., in turn, contributed to the education of the Philadelphia Cream Cheese. His Brother Rats showed Bill a new way to happiness through the fine art of partying. After a false start at New Year ' s, Bill was off on the wild wings of Bacchus by the time of his wedding. Nothing got in his way at V.M.I.: neither Rangers, nor grades, nor rifle rods. Having achieved his goals of graduation and marriage in record time. Bill is living testimony to the fact that if you try hard enough, you get what you deserve. DYKES: Class of 1972: Boomie Meier Michael Lee Thompson Mike Virginia Beach, Virginia English — Artillery Pvt. - 4; Cpl. - 3; 1st Sgt. Bn. Sgt. Major - 2; Reg. S-1; DMS; ROTC Scholarship; Dean ' s List; MBC; Timmins Society; E.S.U.; FIP; Cadet Battery; RECONDO; Aggressors. Ever since Mike has darkened (lighted??) the big 1 with his presence, he has made himself felt whether as Ist ranking Cpl. or Regimental Adjuntant his effect has been the same either abject terror or friendly comradrie. As one of the few who enjoys comradrie. As one of the few who enjoys the finer things which life offers, he generally has a check formation uptown with a bottle of rare vintage. Mike was an indispensable member of the select group who enjoyed the dining facilities and cocktail lounge at Ft. Bragg. Who else, but Mike could bring the true meaning of Super Summer ' 74 (ie. a joke) when everyone considered it unspeakable. Good luck to a true Brother Rat and friend. DYKES: Class of 1972: Ed Mazzanti Class of 1978: Tim Berkhimer Phillip Joseph Thorpe Phil Falls Church, Virginia Economics — Infantry Pvt. - 4, 2, 1; Fencing Team - 4, 2, 1 ; Foil Weapons Captain - 1 ; Scuba Club - 4; Cadet - 4; WLUR Radio Club - 2, 1 ; New Barracks Hockey Club; Mud Sliders Anonymous; Zoo Crew; PI Club. After suffering though our Rat year, Phil decided to leave the Big I to see what college was like. After a year and a half at VCU he just couldn ' t take going to classes with students who wore halter tops. On March 10, 1973, Phil tested the cross country capabilities of his Datsun but only succeeded in getting a long rest and a pretty nurse. When he returned during his second class year he was faced with a myriad of academia, and was last seen sinking into the Root Cellar. This BR has always been willing to help in anyway possible. Where ever he goes his good nature and strong determination will lead him to success in every endeavor. DYKES: Class of 1972: Kenneth W. Wester Class of 1978: Mark Engle Bruce Elliott Torbett Buckwheat Wheeling, West Virginia Economics — Armor Pvt. - 4, 3, 1; Sgt. - 2; Football - 4, 3, 2, 1 ; Aerobics Table - 3, 2, 1; RDC Committee; Bill Cate Club; Peggy ' s Message; Brand ' s Supper Club. He came to V.M.I. BECAUSE of football and successfully completed V.M.I. because of his sense of humor. BE. has as many nicknames as he does positions on the football team. A man with a perpetual laugh who never gets excited over trivia which college burdens most at V.M.I. As a second classman he met his fate by becoming secretary for the Corps by establishing caustic correspondence with the Roanoke Times. But his fury was mitigated by a girl, Then along comes Mary. As a first classman his schedule was determined at Virginia Tech. A man who contributed theories of Frosting on the Pumkin . . . Left. Best of luck in scatology! DYKES: Class of 1972: Bill Schafer Class of 1978: Ron Topp, Tim Gompers Charles, Boyd Tucker, Jr. Lovingston, Virginia Economics — Civilian Pvt. 4, 3, 2, 1; Cross Country; Indoor Track; Outdoor Track; Rugby; Cadet Waiter. Boyd came to V.M.I. with three prize possessions, a pair of track shoes, a pair of basketball shoes, and his Playboy calendar. Track and basketball in particular and sports in general have contributed to a coveted desire to be a coach. Boyd has had his ups and downs during his cadetship but he has always been strong on the rebound and with a few exceptions able to cash in on the free shots. Nelson County claims this country boy and being a country boy he has dealt a severe blow to the military aspects of V.M.I. Boyd just barely regards uniforms, disregards haircuts, and altogether scorns inspections. It is not often we can find a man who recognizes these things for the superficial things they are. Always willing to help, always willing to participate, not always willing to give you some of his hamburger, Boyd is a fine Brother Rat whether he intended to or not. And what I ' m trying to say Is that nobody ever had a rainbow Until he had the rain DYKES: Class of 1972: Robert MacMeccan Class of 1978: Gerry Spencer Walter Lowrie Tucker III Tuck Lovingston, Virginia Economics — Artillery Cadet Waiter; D.M.S.; Dean ' s List; Young Republicans; Pioneer Investment Club; Firefighters; OGA; Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1 ; Omicron Delta Epsilon; Ghetto. Lowrie came down from the hills of Nelson County with a number of misgivings about cadetship at V.M.I., but between womanizing and socializing he did have occasion to fit in a little study. Eight Dean ' s Lists and two academic stars later, Lowrie still hadn ' t resolved all those misgivings, but he had developed a healthy thirst for a party, a good feel for a woman, and a burning desire to make money . . . preferably lots of money. With the exception of a few lingering detours, Madison College seems to have claimed most of Lowrie ' s attention. Not being one to regret the past he is the number one advocate of the old adage, He who has never loved has never lived. It ' s not likely that we will forget the human ladder of Delta Company Rat Training, so Lowrie here ' s wishing you luck you probably won ' t need. DYKES: Class of 1972: Tom Simkins Class of 1978: Clinton Franklin James Shatter Turpin, Jr. Turp Richmond, Virginia History — Army Pvt., Cpl., Pvt.; Honors in History; Self-Study Committee; Bomb Staff, 4 Years, Rat Typist, Personnel Manager, Assistant Activities Editor, 1st Class Section Editor; THE CADET, Reporter, Political Columnist; Football Manager; Cadet Battery; Jackson ' s Battery; Intramural Boxing; Business Manager, 1975 Ring Figure Magazine; Banquet Chairman, 1975 Ring Figure; College Republicans; Fieldman School; Campus Campaign Coordinator; Coordinator of Volunteers 1974 Inaugural Ball; CRFV, Executive Director, Corresponding Secretary, Editor Newsletter; International Relations Club; Pre-Law Society; Four Year Army ROTC Scholarship; Who ' s Who. Jim entered the Institute four years ago with a No Slack attitude only to end up his first class year with a lot of leeway. Throughout his cadetship, Jim has touched all aspects of cadet life . . . from that of a private, a ranker, a grub, a neck, and yet! A REPUBLICAN! And who could forget his famous, mad trips in the Neck Mobile (Collars UP). From Blacksburg to U.Va., Turp has politicized, socialized, and partied, in the glory of the GOP. So, to a best friend, roomie, and fellow Republican, Turp does well ... 4 more years. DYKES: Class of 1972: Mike Gaulding Class of 1978: Harry Siegfried, Anthony Moore William Watts Turpin Claude Benjamin Vanderberry Joseph Robert Vermes Larry Eugene Waks Oliver Lawton Way Reginald Avon Webb John Haldane Witworth Kevin Douglas Widner I William Watts Turpin Turp Bill Wild Wad Athletic Council; Cheerleader - 1,2; Hop Committee; Ghetto; Plantation; V.C.U.; Bridge Club; J B Club; Pvt. - 1, 2, 3, 4. Bill came to VMI as a member of the Big Red Team. Lucky for them he remained on the roster for only one week. He became well known for his matchmaking ability, especially in the case of his sister and roommate brother-in-law. After losing many a midnight contest to his roommate he gave up hope and pointed his Model T toward Sem. The Girls will really miss him, especially the cheerleade rs who he spent many weekends with at away games. Bill has one advantage over the rest though, because he went to a real college for one semester. Modesty was not a strong trait. That which has always been accepted by everyone, everywhere is almost certain to be false. Paul Valery in TEL QUEL DYKES: Class of 1972: John Pick Class of 1978: Bruce Wells Claude Benjamin Vanderberry Ben Bunny Norfolk, Virginia English — Armor Pvt. - 1, 2, 3, 4; Ghetto; Wrestling - 1 , 2, 3, 4; Lacrosse Club - 2, 3, 4; Pre-Law - 2, 1 ; Monogram Club; The Cadet Buss. Manager; Rubgy Club; Vice-President RDC, Blue Team; 154 Debate Club; VMI Radical Society. What do you say about a guy who drinks Schlitz and Bourbon, who drives up the coast of Virginia and Carolina looking for a good wave and a good woman. Ben says he has found neither but most of his friends disagree. Ben had the idea of only surfing and partying last summer, but the Army destroyed that. Ben takes everything easy, that is everything but partying. As he says, I never go out and intentionally destroy myself, but you only go around once. If you remember the story of the less traveled road you ' ll remember Ben. For he is one of us that took that road and made it like a stretch of beach with nothing but; beer, women, waves, and one heck of a lot of good times. DYKES: Class of 1978: John Freiermuth Class of 1978: Scott Brewster, Jay Kinnier, Joe Arnold, Boog Powell Joseph Robert Vermes Joe Morrisville, Virginia Electrical Engineering Pvt. -4, 3,2, 1;RDC; IEEE; No. 1 Club; Armed Forces Club. Joe ' s freshman year was highlighted by barracks life; what else could you do as a member of Ace. Pro Team. Dazzled by the flair of cadet life or the beauty of the Sem. Queens, Joe ' s second year saw his grades dive and once again Summer School was the savior of the Maverick Kid. Our second class year saw the Maverick Kid get nailed for his Maverick and once again barracks life became a reality. Parking his Red Machine behind the Physics building gained him his ticket to the No. 1 Club, the summer caught Joe at Fort Dragg attending Super Summer ' 74. While there, a growth appeared on his right hand, the growth was later identified as a Schlitz can. Soon, NEB welcomed Joe and the crowd Porkfield, Lunch, Sex, EE, Sudo, Ram-Jet, Frog, JP, Fris, Tom-Tom, Hairy, Cortney, and the 3 HBR ' s back for the last time. To the old scared Rat who lived in the Zoo the best of luck in the future. DYKES: Class of 1971: Robert Snyder Class of 1978: James Routson Oliver Lawton Way Way OIlie O.L . Waybury Richmond, Virginia Biology — Military Science — Artillery Pvt. — 4, 3, 2, 1; Dean ' s List; Ghetto Garbage; Recondo. Waybury is the King of grubs, and has reigned since the completion of our ratline. Since our arrival on August 19, 1971, he has managed to keep his name posted in every arch, on the bone sheets. He personally knows every officer on the TAC staff. Yet with all his extracurricular activities in the Commandant ' s office, he still had time to spend with his R.R. ' s. His easy going attitude, great sense of humor, and class spirit have made him very popular. Way intends to go on to Dental school and obtain a degree in Dentistry. He has set his goals and we wish him the best of luck. DYKES: Class of 1972: John Archer Class of 1978: T. A. J. McGreer Reginald Avon Webb Virge Hagen Natural Bridge, Virginia English — Aerospace Science Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Dean ' s List; Rat Basketball; Varsity Golf - 4, 3, 2, 1; Religious Council - 3, 2, 1; Class Historian; Who ' s Who. A stone, A leaf. An unfound door . . . Now I must go I must go now DYKES: Class of 1972: Rick Griffith Class of 1978: Jimmy Crawford, Dave Montgomery John Haldane Whitworth Whit Honor Court Vice President; Rat Football; Hop Committee; Ghetto; Plantation; Sgt. - 2; Pvt. A man of words and not of deeds is like a garden full of weeds. B. Franklin DYKES: Class of 1972: Chris Arey Class of 1978: John Bowman and Dan Walrod Kevin Douglas Widner Civil Engineering - Military Science Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1. What a way to spend the best four years of your life! DYKES: Class of 1972; William H. Widner Class of 1978: R. L. Hammett Larry Eugene Waks Mutha Hunch Little Big Man Potomac, Maryland History - Infantry; DMS Pvt., Cpl., 1st Sgt., Pvt.; Cadet Battery - 4; Jackson ' s Battery - 4; Armed Forces Club - 4, 3, 2, 1; Civil War Roundtable - 4; Rat Training - 3; Aggressors - 2, 1; Paramount Inn Club: President - 4, 3, 2, 1 . Ever since Larry first came to Mother Institute, he has had but one goal in mind. His objective, was of course, an RA in infantry. The long hours spent at the Paramount wrapped around a tall Schlitz, evenings spent shooting baskets, and the endless study time used shooting the bull with his brother rats were but a mere interlude in the attaining of his primary ambition. In the years to come, when thousands more Keydets pass through these halls of academia, they will see a plaque erected in room 198 in honor of Larry. It will read: Never have so many spent so much time in one place, consumed so much beer, and had so much fun. DYKES: Class of 1978: Paul Freeland John Lutz Williamson Robert Paul Winfree William Edward Witherow Charles David Wohlrab Felix Harrison Wolkowitz e - ' - J Michael Kimo Wong Kent Patrick Wood Michael McHenry Woodward John Lutz Williamson Richmond, Virginia Languages U.S. Marines, Corporal, Sergeant, First Lieutenant; Dean ' s List; Academically Distinguished; VMI Theatre; Timmons Society; CADET; English Speaking Union; Wrestling; Hop and Floor; Court of the Absurd; Rat Battalion Commander. You do look, my son, in a moved sort. As if you were dismayed. Be cheerful, sir. Our revels now are ended. These our actors, As I foretold you, were all spirits, and Are melted into air, into thin air. And like the baseless fabric of this vision. The cloud-capped towers, the gorgeous palaces. The solemn temples, the great globe itself — Yea, all which it inherit — shall dissolve And, like this insubstantial pageant faded. Leave not a rack behind. We are such stuff As dreams are made on, and our little life Is rounded with a sleep. The Tempest, Act IV, sc. i DYKES: Class of 1972: Don McNath and Jim Barnes Class of 1978: R. Eagle and T. Moriarty Robert Paul Winfree Bob Flash Fairborn, Ohio Civil Engineering — Air Force Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Scuba Club; ASCE - 3, 2, 1; VMI CADET - 1; VMI ' Annual ' Slimmer School Club; Goshen Tubing Society; Who Cares in American Colleges and Universities; The Zoo; Five-Year Men Club; L.A. Studyroom Club. Once upon a time, a very youthful and apprehensive boy entered Cocke Hall to matriculate into VMI. After signing in and being led off by one of the cadre, a misty-eyed glance cast over his shoulder verified his youthfulness, immaturity and reluctance to go. Wonder, doubt, and the thought is it all worth it have entered his mind many times these past four years. But now a mature, confident and knowledgeable young man, eager to get on with a new life, emerges through Jackson Arch. One cannot help but detect a mist in his eyes as he glances over his shoulder towards the inscription You may be whatever you resolve to be. DYKES: Class of 1972: Craig L. Taylor Class of 1978: Les Shimanek Felix Harrison Wolkowitz Fe Hebe Wolko-Jew Glen Cove, New York Pvt. - 4, Cpl. - 3, Sgt. - 2, 1st Lt. - 1; Ranger School; Jump School; ASCE; Band Company; Lacrosse — 4, 3, 2, 1; Zoo Crew; Triple Triumvirate. On that fateful day in August 1971, the Hebe stepped from his New York bus and said, This ain ' t toidy-toid street! Unfortunately for the I he never left. For the next four years he fought a strenuous up hill battle with the Institute (his massive demerit record shows who won). However, his success in academics, military subjects, and other areas will more than qualify him to obtain his goal : your basic war pig. Take care and make the most of it. . . . Thus to keep you true and faithful, Thus to keep you brave and cheerful. To yourselves and to your brothers. And unto the God that made you. (OA Prayer) DYKES: Class of 1972: John Martin Class of 1978; Jan Bickley, Bruce Kay Michael Kimo Wong Mo Kailua, Hawaii English — Air Force Pvt.; Varsity Baseball; Monogram Club Vice Pres.; Glee Club; The House; All-Southern Conference Baseball Team. What can a HAOLE say about a Hawaiian who came all the way lo the big I ? He ' s one helluva roommate! His high spirit has inspired his teammates on THE BIG RED MACHINE to make VMI baseball one of the institute ' s most colorful athletic programs and a respected team in the Southern Conference. The fast hands which made Kimo famous have been clocked at 110. No wonder baseballs or girls didn ' t stand a chance once he caught them. Consequently, he made the All-Southern Conference Team for his GOLDEN GLOVE (or hands)? Known as MR. HUSTLE, He hustled on the ball field, at Southern Sem., Madison, Hopewell, and all the other big-time colleges and cities. Kimo, with your sense of humor, hustle, will to win, and B.A. in B.S. you ' ll succeed in life. Keep the faith bro! To Lew, Betty, Bonny, Michelle, Gramps, Kim, and Sandy, MAHALO. IMUA KAMEHAMEHA! DYKES: Class of 1972: Kim McGrath Class of 1978: Andre Gibson, Bill Grove William Edward Witherow Bill Hopewell, Virginia Civil Engineering — Armor Pvt. - 4, 2, 1, Cpl. - 3; Dean ' s List; D.M.S.; ASCE - 1st Vice-President; Honor Court; Armed Forces Club; Young Republicans; Porkers ; Neff ' s Nerds ; Rat Battalion Staff - S2(?); State Cadetship. Who else could snore with the ferocity of a roaring 747? As a highly scouted high school senior. Bill turned down the Ivy League to sign with the big I on a state cadetship. Leaving the big city of Hopewell where wine and women were plentiful to come to the quaintness of Lexington was at first hard to take, but Bill adjusted accordingly. Soon wine and women were again his as Bacardi ' s 151 and 98 lbs. of femininity named Renny entered his life. Well-roundedness seemed to be the essence of his VMI experience as he held his own with knuckle-heads as well as with the nymphs. His experiences traveled far beyond gate limits as his adventures took him from Madison and as far off as beautiful Kailua, Hawaii. As he walks out the arch he entered four years ago for the last time to enter the other jungles, we will surely find out how much his absence will mean to us. We love you. Bill! DYKES: Class of 1972: Pete Leadbetter Class of 1978: John Klag and Allen Moore Charles David Wohlrab Chuck Mole Stalin Joliet, Illinois History — Armor Pvt. - 4, Cpl. - 3, Sgt. - 1; Astronomy Club -1,2, 3; Fire Fighters - 1, 2; Tanker Platoon -1,2; T.C. - 1; Militaria Society - 1, 2, 3, 4, Jackson ' s Battery — 1, 2, 3, 4; Tac Trifling Team — 1; Warmongers —1,2, 3,4. What can you say about a man who carried 3x5 ' s in his hat as a Second Classman, whose ambition was to carry a sabre, and who had Snotty Ha-Haas as a dyke? Through his four years here Chuck has shown a devotion to his duty as he saw it, to being the best armor student and to his war games. How could he possibly be normal after rooming with the Kung Fool? Chuck ' s first class year brought clean sleeves, a rifle, and a First Class Private ' s Belt. It brought good things as well. How many of us can say we commanded a tank our senior year of college? This year, above all, however, has been spent in a search for the perfect woman — or anything else with two legs! So now the Human Killing Machine prepares to leave the I forever, and drive off into the sunset in M-60. He carries now only good memories of VMI and his Tanker ' s Helmet. Well Done Old Mole! DYKES: Class of 1972: E. M. A. (Bub) Robbins, Scot Haas Class of 1978: Mark Lowe, Chuck Shank Kent Patrick Wood Woody K.P. Woodrow Civil Engineering — Air Force Pvt. - 4, Cpl. - 3, Sgt. - 2, 2nd Lt. - 1; Rat Basketball - 4; Dean ' s List; Academically Distinguished; Im. Basketball — 3, 2, 1; Im. Football — 1; ASCE; USAF ROTC Scholarship; DAS; DAG; Perverted Corner - 4, 1; Rum Truckers. Fishing on the banks of a lazy river, or in front of a T.V. sipping on a coke and nibbling on a bag of Muncho ' s, Woody is in paradise. Woodrow was always an energetic studier making the Dean ' s List 8 out of 8 times and finally becoming Academically Distinguished for his senior year. Everything seemed to come easy for the kid as he was a master at all he tried; sports, books and even ex-studies!!! Despite his quest for knowledge and academic excellence Woody was inseparable from his Hay, Movies, Good Magazines, and T.V., (Kojak, Mash, and Five-O were all check formations). Being a Ma Ma ' s boy at heart, Kent found his way home to Lynchburg every free weekend possible using all those Dean ' s List days. Quiet by nature. Woody could always come up with the right cut just to keep you straight. The Future looks bright for this top ranking C.E. and the Air Force surely has a gem. Best wishes from all that knew him and Woody THANKS FOR THE WARNING. DYKES: Class of 1972: Jerry Renfro Class of 1978: Terry Dorn Michael McHenry Woodward Bear Spottsylvania, Virginia Biology — Air Force Pvt. - 4, 3, 2, 1; Football - 4, 1; Track - 2, 1; Rugby - 2, 1; Society of Young Democrats - 2, 1 , Vice President - 2, 1 ; Foreign Relations Club - 2; OG A - 1 ; Corps Council - 1 ; Posit Committee - 2, 1 ; Plantation - 2, 1; 1975 Policy Committee - 2; 400-Club Candidate - 1; F Troop - 4, 3, 2, 1; Perverted Corner - 2, 1;GRIB- 3. Four years at VMI can wear hard on a man, particularly when his luck is as bad as Mike ' s has been. Aside from his academic plight in biology. Bear socialized his way into everyone ' s heart and onto conduct pro. And who else could go out for football after a two-year layoff, make the team, then break his hand? — it ' s typical ! Although never a ranker, Mike ' s leadership is proven by having been elected OGA and Corps Council representative. Always active in class and Plantation projects, one can indeed say that Bear ' s a big man who carries a lot of weight. Time at VMI is often a drag, but because of the friendship we ' ve found in Mike, I think I ' ll be sorry to see it all end. You ' ve taught me what friendship really means. Woody — let the good times roll! DYKES: Class of 1972: Butch Winstead Class of 1978: Leonard Logan Arthur Joseph Languedoc, Jr. Kevin Vallee Wright Arthur Joseph Languedoc, Jr. Art A.J. Gool Physics — Air Force Swimming Team - 4; Student Grotto - 3, 2; Society of Physics Students -2,1; Firefighters - 2; Young Republicans - 3; Number One Club - 2; Arnold Air Society - 4, 3, 2; Christian - 2, 1. Have Faith in God - Mark 1 1 :22 In my stay here I have learned Faith. To those whose friendship I have shared; Thank you. DYKES: Class of 1972 - Class of 1978- Chris Tompkins Tom Reeder Kevin Vallee Wright KV Lizard Snake Darien, Connecticut Modem Languages — Infantry Pvt., Cpl., Sgt., Pvt.; Gentleman Ranker Society; Rangers - 3, 2, 1; Sport Parachute Club - 3, 2, 1; Ring Figure Magazine ; Construction Committees; CADET Staff; Who ' s Who. With the personality of a brick and a lovably anti-social nature, Kevin dropped into our lives like a pile of cinder blocks. Four years of lost weekends at the Paramount have worn on the surf king from big, bad Darien. From the MS Department to Siggy ' s Fuehrerbunker, Lizard ' s cartoons and imitations have made 166 the target of the less forgiving of God ' s children. His experiences in the PX Supper Club and the William Terpeluk Party Society helped him weather life ' s misfortunes, like the Rat chair incident. Then there ' s always Ring Figure . . . But in the final analysis we have to say that, despite his frequent efforts to convince you of the opposite, Kevin remains 80% likable, if a bit batty. DYKES; Class of 1972: Dwight Rowland Class of 1978: John Hodges, Mark Hunter Azzatallah Yavarl Izzy Tehran, Iran Civil Engineering — Imperial Iranian Navy Isolation from the familiar. Language Problems Explaining he was Persian not Arab, Buying his first American Car, His Blue Mach I, Summer School every summer. Going to Navy Summer camp with The VMI attitude Getting commissioned in April of His second class year. Camel Driving, Find American Women loved his Quiet, dark, Persian air. A true friend, my brother, Izzy. John Leonard Young, III John J.L. Norfolk, Virginia Civil Engineering — Artillery Bravo Company; Private — 4; Corporal - 3; Sergeant - 2; 1st Lieutenant — 1; 2nd Battalion S-5; Jackson :s Battery - 3, 2; Fending - 4; Cadet Batter y - 3, 2; Tanker Platoon - 1; DMS-DMG; ASCE - 3, 2, 1 . John is the kind of a guy who just can ' t get enough of marching, left flanking, column right ' n, and all that good stuff. Old John has been on a continuous forward march since he came thru the arch. While holding on to his spit-shine rag, John grabbed his books and slide rule to earn his Dean ' s List days. Then he doubled time out of here for Mary Washington. John Wanted to jump from airplanes before Super Summer 74 but Mother Nature figured that, being so clumsy, he would kill himself, so she arranged for a vaulting horse in the gym to trip him up. Hopefully, as an RA Engineer, he can get the flying ice-cream cone and Ranger Tab. Just remember and do what the Rangers say The difficult we do immediately; the impossible takes a little longer. DYKES: C lass of 1972: William P. Thedford Class of 1978: John K. Whitmer Azzatallah Yavarl John Leonard Young III IN MEMORIAM In the summer of ' 73, our class, the class of ' 75 received news from which we still have not recovered. Our classmate, our brother, Tom Trumbo, died in a car accident. Returning for the next academic year, our class came back with an empty feeling in our hearts, and an Institute that no longer knew Tom ' s yells, his tennis ability, or his friendship. Now, two years later, when we come in from late study, we still miss Tom reading over his bible. To his Brother Rats, and all who knew him, Tom was more then a friend, he was a part of us. When he died a part of us died too. The Institute seems so much emptier without him. Tom was a once-in-a-lifetime experience. He left his impression on all he knew and implanted his spirit in everyone. It was not Tom ' s way to be average. He excelled at everything he attempted, and attempted everything he possibly could. It is indeed tragic that his life ended so abruptly; so pointlessly. WE, the Class of 1975 mourn Tom ' s death as we would mourn the death of a brother, for Tom was more then a classmate, he was indeed our brother. We miss him. FIRST CLASS INFORMALS VlR(;iNIA roi.VTKCIiMC iNsnilTK .ind Sivii: 1 ' MM-:I!SIT DKncni sTi i)i:nt iiii rinr Tni ui„-r. .;.ii.i..i,,i Mu l i.. i.r.Kcfc .;i ill lim. ' - i.ii.l prvMiiU-d up.in nqm-l l« .nuirr-i() .m l.m . nfon .m.Mil ' ■ ! I.M.J. Abroshan 2. R. D. McFarland 3. Reggie Webb 4. Paul Blair 5. John L. Young w Jim McCriskin Bob Winfree Larry Hendry S. W. Phillips Fred Martin Las Knoblock I iW, artfully foUowins my o- -n lnfM,H= fornaU, I am the fxferiment thai should have reiulced in golil, SucA uj case, however. I am therefore forced io conclude thet th. ill fterehased from you. three days hefore Michaelmas las 5i - ' ■i ; - 1. Don Bernadini 2. Scott Risser 3. Mark Skuby 4. John Offley 5. Joe Rizzilo 6. John Stewart 1 . Mike Mulligan 2. Mike Hill 3. Bob Hughes 4. Dan Rothermel 5. Phil Marshall I m 1. Soukup 2. John Sheffield 3. Tex Landrum 4. OIlie Way 5. John Siemens 6. Trey Brenckman T ' l 1 . Ken Cook 2. Gib Houser 3. Lane Prichard 4. Charlie Hoon 5. Taylor Slate ■Pw m iBhf 1 ' 5 K 1 ! Fs l £ .. . ..:...._ - ' Chateau Rolli.sfluld ' 2 ' . . . Chateau Rothschild ' 29. . - IK n ij 1. Randy Robertson 2. WC Hunter 3. Jim Schmidt 4. Bill Puttmann 5. R. Norman 6. Harry Broaddus I '  ■ ' 1 . Mike Scares 2. M. DiBiase 3. Bill Terpeluk 4. Elvis Mines 5. Mehrdad Andisheh o V S CORPS CORPS CORPS CORPS I I m i ' a - % b sdaoo sddoo sddoo sddoo s CORPS CORPS CORPS CORPS COa T ' i m A Plfl im yC SH B -4 . M )0 SddOO SddOO SddOO SddOO s The Honor Counl ' ifitfit-i ' tii .i sSaA : ' : .-i., A The foundation of the Honor System is the Honor Code. The purpose of the Vl ll Honor Code is to maintain the higf l standards traditionally attributed to the VMI man, by instilling in each cadet the desire to conduct himself ac- cording to the code of a gentleman. This simply means thai a cadet does not lie, cheat, or steal, nor does he tolerate those who do. These three words — lie, cheat, and steal — need no explanation. Honor is a black and white propositiol; at VMI; you either told the truth, or you lied, you either cheated, or you did not cheat. There are no degrees of honor. — from President of the Honor Coui|| speech to the Rat Class during j ' Cadre, 1974. John Costa John H. Witworth Daniel J. Darnell Harry H. Barksdale President Vice President Prosecutor Prosecutor ' zr r v  4 Standing: John H. Crenshaw Jr. John M. Soukup Allen McCarthy Jr. Kenneth A. MacGowan III. Douglas W. Mines Carmen D. Villani Jr. William R. Favier William E. Witherow Carlton G. Opel Dean H. Armstrong Jr. Joseph v. Arthur III. Harry H. Barksdale John Costa Daniel J. Darnell John H. Whitworth viPANY i ff. - © - Mfi M ?ll iUf Gary S. Bradley Frank B. Cole, Jr. Vernon L. Conner John D. Greene William L. Hunter Ian A. Kanner Willibald A. Kobus William M. Landrum III Arthur J. Languedoc Richard O. Mines, Jr. Hamid Moghavemi-Tehrani Samuel W. Phillips III William G. Robson Charles B. Tucker, Jr. smmiB ECHO . O. — Raymond J. Davis III X. O. - Michael R. Fleenor 2nd Lt. — Edward E. Spain 2nd Lt. - John B. Offley 2nd Lt. - Richard N. Law 2nd Lt. - Devery S. Miller 1st Sgt. - LesUe D. Fielder M Sgt. - Garry C. Vamey l aattiniMufll [•ifliaiiiJM J BAND C C. O. - David L. Mund X. O. - Felix H. Wolkowitz 2nd Lt. - Thomas M. Dashiell 2nd Lt. - Robert A. Keller 2nd Lt. - Kevin R. Kavanaugh 2nd Lt. - Paul A. Gregory 1st Sgt. — James L. Lanningham M Sgt. — Lawrence R. Wrenn III STUDENT GOVERNMENT OFFICER OF THE GUARD ASSOCIATION President — C J Collins, Vice-President — R. Taylor; Secretary — S Fleming: M. Woodward; R. Bongo; R. Jackson; L. Tucker; J. Vermes; P. Sloane The Student Government took on some new looks this year. Gone were many of the hard feelings that permeated the Corps during the last years. A different approach was taken in regards to the first class ' attitude to the underclasses. Respect was the keynote of the President of the Corps Council, Reggie Webb, in his presentation to the Corps early in the year. Class privileges were more evenly distributed among each acknowledged class. This made for a more rea- sonable General Committee. The Class of 75 decided to retain the composition of the O.G.A. However, instead of using this potentially valuable organization in the discipline of the Rat Class, this year the O.G.A. was given important responsi- bilities and met the challenges of Institute living with straightforward and decisive actions. The Rat Disciplinary Committee (RDC) was reactivated to deal with the ratline. Despite having severe limitations placed on this organization by the Institute, the basic concepts of the new cadet system were retained. RAT DISCIPLINARY COMMITTEE Dennis Lewin — President, Grant Scott, Robert Taylor; Berny Cobb, Harry McKnight; Garland Issacs; Ben Vanderbern ; John Vermes; Bob Keller; Ron Bongiovani. r ' V ' - GENERAL COMMITTEE Dexter Gilliam, Bob Deslongchamps; Mike Woodward; Oscar Camuse; Frank Delaine; Reggie Webb; John Cutnght; Stu Flemming; Fred Allner; Shelton Rhodes. CORPS COUNCIL Dexter Gilliam; Frank Delaine, Reggie Webb; Bob Deslongchamps; Ronnie Norman; Oscar Camuse; Kim Latsha; John Cutnght; Bert Deacon. SSMEN UNDERCLASSMEN UNDERC myy £. m. ' 3 ' ■B .; v ■; ■ ' : •- • ' . w f ssss ■.-.:;v:: :— rS-.f ' -;-. ' • ■ ' ■ W mmaMtm « riflsp p«?S ' fr- - f m- ' r ' r: m mmm ' )d3aNn N3IAISSV19d3aNn nhiaiss Peter Gilliam Frank Delaine THE CLASS OF 1976 . . . As this story comes to a close, it is best that one re view his past in order to prepare for the future and to learn from past mistakes. The Ring Figure Weekend leaves memories that will last forever and ever. All who were there know that it was well worth the effort. One learns that a project such as this must be a class effort for the man who takes too big gets choked. Cooperation is necessity because it is each man ' s duty to play his part and to do it well. Life is a learning process where the same lesson will be taught again and again. Our next lesson will be the Ratline and to operate all functions in the barracks. The same problems from the past are expected to occur but they will be handled with better judgment. Our success is worth only what our past record can exemplify as signs of true leadership and authority. Now is the time . . . BYRON D. ADAMS Lexington, Va. WILLIAM CRAWFORD ADAMS Martinsville, N.J. STEPHEN ROBERT ALLEN Saugus, Mass. CHARLES KILBOURNE ARCHER McLean, Va. IVAN NICHOLAS ARDEN Camp Springs, Md. DOUGLAS FREDERICK ASHTON Fairfax, Va. CHARLES LEE AYCOCK Hopewell, Va. PATRICK HANSEN BARNUM Virginia Beach, Va. DAVID CUTLER BASS Lafayette, Calif. RAYMOND ARTHUR BEAZLEY Merritt Island, Fla. WILLIAM KENNETH BHATTA Lome Togo, Africa WALTER RICHARD BIRAM Brilliant, Ohio JAMES STUART BOWERS Newport News, Va. STEPHEN DOMINIE BOROWSKI Wilmington, Del. HEARTWELL LEE BRADSHAW Richmond, Va. ERIC MURRAY BRIEL Canfield, Ohio RAY SIMMONS BROOKS Burlington, N.C. THOMAS LEA BROOKS IV Richmond, Va. DAVID MORGEN BRIGHT Muenster, Tex. JAMES ELMER BROWN III Birmingham, Ala. WILLI AM IRVINE BROWN Richmond, Va. PHILLIP CHRIS BRZOZOWSKI Erie, Pa. OLLEN L. BURNETTE III Danville, Va. DAVID LYNN BUCHTER Blue Mound, III. HOWARD CURTIS BUTTERWORTH Hopewell, Va. MICHAEL LEE CAMDAN Staunton, Va. PAUL C. CARINE Wenonah, N.J, THEODORE DISTLER CARR JR. Alexandria, Va. KENT RUSSELL CARRINGTON Richmond, Va. JOHN PATRICK CHRISTY Staunton, Va. GERALDO LUIS CODUTTI Cornwells Heights, Pa. JOHN CARLTON COLEMAN Warner Robins, Ga. DANIEL FRANCIS COMMERFORD McLean, Va. MICHAEL GERARD CONLEY Hampton, Va. DAVID K. COPP III Kaneohe, Hawaii ROBERT EMMETT COX Louisville, Ky. MARSHALL FREDRICK COYLE Bloomfield Hills, Mich. WILLIAM BRUCE CRAWFORD Virginia Beach, Va. HOWARD AUMACK CURLE JR. Richmond, Va. SCOTT SAMUEL CUSTER Springfield, Va. GERARD CZUPRYNA Salem, Mass. THOMAS KELLY DANIEL Dinwiddle, Va. WILLIAM H. DANZEISEN III APO New York, NY. PETER VAN DYKE DAVIES II Chester, Va. CLINT DEE DAVIS Stephens City, Va. RAYMOND FLETCHER DAVIS Quincy, III. HENRY ALBERT DEAN JR. Strasburg, Va. FRANK PIERCE DELAINE JR. Washington, DC. THURMAN SHAVER DEYERLE III Roanoke, Va. JAMES ANTHONY DELISIO Arlington, Va. KEITH DEAN DICKSON Farmville, Va. THOMAS HOWARD DIETRICK Richmond, Va. THOMAS HOWARD DIGGS Trevilians, Va. JAMES FRANCIS DITTRICH Willow Grove, Pa. HAROLD THODDEUS DODGE JR. Burlington, N.C. JOHN LAWERENCE DORSEY Winchester, Va. GEORGE WAYNE EASTHAM Hume, Va. GERALD SCOTT EGGLESTON Lexington, Va. JEFFERSON RANDOLP ESSER Acton, Mass. FRANK LIVELY ESTIS Richmond, Va. WILLIAM ROBERT FAVIER El Paso, Tex. PELHAM LEANDER FELDER IV Arlington, Va. IAN ADAIR FERGUSSON Placerville, Calif. CESARIO FERRER FERRER JR. Petersburg, Va. LESLIE DAVID FEILDER Roanoke, Va. DOUGLAS RANDOLP FITCHETT Gloucester, Va. JAY KELLAR FOERTSCH Chickasha, Okla. •y - f ' HENRY JOYCE FORESMAN Jr. Lexington, Va. ROBERT SHERWIN FRENCH Fort Dix, N.J. PETER MICHAEL FRIESEN El Paso, Tex. DONALD LEE FULTON Portsmouth, Va. CLYDE LEE FURR Concord, Tenn. PETER H. GABRIEL North Haven, Conn. MURRY DANIEL GALLOWAY Lancaster, N.Y. DAVID MARK GEDRO Newport News, Va. DABANEY T.P. GILLIAM JR. South Boston, Va. RICHARD WAYNE GLASS Hopewell, Va. ROBERT EDWARD GLEASON Richmond, Va. STUART LEE GODSEY Bon Air, Va. WILLIAM EDWARD GRANT Silver Spring, Md. EVAN LOYD HABERMAN Palisade, N.J. MICHAEL OVERHOLT HAMLETT Richmond, Va. ROBBY LEE HAMMOND Portsmouth, Va. HAROLD MICHAEL HANCOCK Richmond, Va. KENNETH STANLEY HARBIN Wayne, Pa. JOHN NEWTON HARMAN, JR. Colorado Springs, Colo. RAYMOND DAVID HARRELL Annandale, Va. MARK ALAN HAVELIN Randallstown, Md. THOMAS ANDERSON HAWTHORNE South Hill, Va. RODNEY ELWOOD HAYES Newport News, Va. PHILIP RAY HAYMES Roanoke, Va. GREGORY STEPHEN HEDLEY White Plains, N.Y. BARRY DWAYNE HELMS Christiansburg, Va, MICHAEL ALLAN HILLSGROVE Finksburg, Md. LOVICK STEPHEN HINER Roanoke, Va. DOUGLAS WAYNE HINES Elkton, Md. GEORGE ANDREW HITT Stevensburg, Va. RODNEY ASHTON HOTTLE Alexandria, Va. PASCAL GEORGE HOUCKE Rumson, N.J. NELSON ALLEN JEFFERS Chesapeake, Va. DOUGLAS BLAIR JOHNSON Fairfax, Va. r- ' DOUGLAS BLAIR JOHNSON Fairfax, Va. GREGG DREW JONES Chambersburg, Pa. THOMAS DUFF JOESPH Charlottesville, Va. JAMES GEORGE JOUSTRA, Jr. Lockport, NY. STEVEN MICHAEL JOYCE APO NY. WILLIAM GALE KARNES Culpeper, Va. SCOTT HERBERT KASLER Niles, Mich. CHARLES MORRIS KEEN III Chester, Va. RICHARD K. KEITH Greenwood, S.C. ROBERT JOESPH KENEALLY Summerville, S. C. KRITCHAI KENGRADMYING Bangkok, Thailand JOSEPH P. KENNEDY Chambersburg. Pa. ROBERT JAMES KERN Pittsburg, Pa. ALAN BRYANT KINKER Mechanicsville, Va. ROBERT MERLE KIRBY Virginia Beach, Va. GARY LLOYD KNIGHT Beecher, III. A. G. JAMES KOUMIS Bergenfield, NJ. WILLIAM RONALD LaGRONE Daleville, Ala. J. ZACHARY LaLIBERTE Binghampton, NY. JAMES LEE LANINGHAM Jonesville, Va. PAGE L. LaPRADE, Jr. Collinsville, Va. GERARDO LATONI, Jr Bayoman, Puerto Rico MICHAEL E. LINABERRY Woodbridge, Va. THOMAS SCOTT LLOYD Fredricksburg, Va. JAMES A. LOFTON Jefferson, Ga. DAVID MOSBY LOWE Lynchburg, Va. FREDRICK G. LUCADO, Jr. Roanoke, Va. KURT PATRICK LUCKENBILL Akron, Pa. ROBERT LAKES MACKS Yonkers, NY. JAMES L. MALLON Fairfax, Va. JAMES KERSEY MARTIN Richmond, Va. T ' - MICHAEL JOSEPH MARTINO Venetia, Pa. RICHARD THOMAS MATHEWS Carrolton, Va. JOHN ALLEN MCCARTHY, Jr. Lynchburg, Va. MARK THOMAS MclNTYRE Cinnaminson, NJ. ROBERT WARD McNEIL Arlington, Va. HENRY CARRINGTON McVEIGH Lynchburg, Va. LANGHORNE HOTTER MEEM II Bluefield, WVa. WILLIAM GEORGE MEIR III Clearbrook, Va. DAVE LEON MILES Charles City, Va. MARK DALTON MONCURE Alexandria, Va. WITHERS W. MONCURE, Jr. Fredricksburg, Va. THOMAS CLARK MOODY, Jr. Richmond, Va. JOHN ROLAND MOTT Holmdel, NJ. THEODORE PAUL MOURAS Lyons, Colo. WESLEY GRIGG MULLEN, Jr. Raleigh, N.C. WILLIAM D. NEAL Jackson, Miss. CONRAD HENRY NEUF Leesburg, Va. G. EARLE NEWCOMER III Sykesvllle, Md. C. GEORGE OPEL APO San Francisco, Ca. JOHN ALEXANDER OTOCKA Binghampton, NY. MICHAEL E. OUTTEN Salem, Va. GEORGE H. OZMER South Boston, Va. FRANCIS THOMAS PALO, Jr. Bealton, Va. KEVIN JAMES PARDUS Schenectady, NY. PAUL BLAKE PARKER Roanoke, Va. OLIVER JAMES PEEBLES Richmond, Va. WILLIAM KEITH POERTNER Chesapeake, Va. DENNIS ALVIN PUCKETT Meadows Dan, Va. JAMES ALVIN PUCKETTE San Francisco, Ca. BRIAN CARL FUSE Hopewell, Va. LOWELL ALLAN PYKE Hatboro, Pa. SIMON RODOMSKJI Irvington, NJ. RICHARD LEE RADTKE Ft. Sheridan, III. RAYMOND RAMOS Canal Zone, Panaina JEFFERY BYRON RATLIFF Annandale, Va. EDWARD KENNETH RAY II Haughton, La. RALPH CURTIS REPPART Fredricktown, Ohio MARK DAVID RINNAN Rockford, III. DANIEL JAMES RIVERA Kileen, Texas CLAUDE C. ROBERTS Houston, Texas WILLIAM CHARLES RYALS Woodbridge, Va MARK CHRISTIAN SCULLEY Hampton, Va. CHESTER LEWIS SHAFFER Norfolk, Va. JAMES EDWARD SIMPSON Roanoke, Va. EDWIN RAND SOMPAYRAC South Boston, Va. GREGORY C. SPEAKER Oxon Hill, Md. GARRY NEALE SPENSER Arlington, Va. PAUL JACKSON STAIGER Palmyra, Va. MICHAEL EARL STAUFFER Ashland, Ohio ANDREW O ' BRIEN STEWART Chester, Va. JOHN ARTHUR STREET Fredricksburg, Va. JOHN PATTERSON STROCK Hampton, Va. JOHN WINFRED SWAIN, Jr. Hopewell, Va. MARK GALEN SWANK El Paso, Texas NICHOLAS J. TARZIA New Canaan, Conn. MICHAEL GEORGE TATE Virginia Beach, Va. LAWERENCE S. TAYON Chesapeake, Va. KAVANAUGH Y. THRIFT, Jr. Norfolk, Va. RICHARD ALDINE TOMS, Jr. Hagerstown, Md. WILLIAM HARRISON TONEY, Jr. Chesapeake, Va. JEFFREY, ALAN TOTARO Weehawken, NJ. CLIFFORD ERNEST TUDAY Mt. Wolf, Pa. RICHARD FRANCIS TUFARO New Milford, NJ. THOMAS JOESPH TURLIP Woodbridge, Va. BRUCE WILLIAM UNDERCOFFER Loveland, Ohio PHILLIP EUGENE UPTON Marietta, Ga. GARRY CLINTON VARNEY Richmond, Va. CARMEN D. VILLANI, Jr. Vienna, Va. JEFFREY SUTTON WALL Rocl ville, Md. RORY JOESPH WALSH Hampton, Va. CARROLL RAY WARNER III Alexandria, Va. THOMAS ROS WATJEN Bethel Park, Pa. DAVID FRANCIS WEST Bradford, Pa. ANDREW B. WHITE Hattiesburg, Miss. HERBERT F. WHITE Faber, Va. KENNETH DALE WILLIAMS Lawrenceville, Va. MELVIN LAMAR WILLIAMS Richmond, Va. RICHARD ALAN WILLIAMS Kingsport, Tenn. WILLIAM E. WOLFE Boca Raton, Fla. LAWRENCE RICHARD WRENN III Chesapeake, Va. ANTHONY W. YOUNG Vero Beach, Fla. THOMAS C. M. ZEUGNER Petersburg, Va. The Class Of 1977 With the trails of the ratline behind us, we, the members of the class of 1977 looked forward to returning as members of the Old Corps, last August. Many things have happened since this return. We have had the responsibility of enforcing the Ratline, and been forced to really learn the system of the Institute. However, we have succeeded in a big way this year. The most important steps that our class have taken this year, deal with next years celebration of Ring Figure — 1977 style. But this year was not a bed of roses. We too, suffered from the usual trials of being the third class at VMI. One of the benefits of this year was the molding of friendships that will last a lifetime. These friendships were molded and tempered by the trials we faced. However most of us have survived the year and look to the future. The future is what we live for at VMI. It not only holds Ring Figure, but the completion of our educations and the ecstasy that will come with Finals 77. Much lies between then and now. We must successfully run the barracks in two years. We must help our own dykes. But most of all we must continue to develop the character that establishes a man from the Virginia Military Institute. ROBERT M. ABERNATHY Suitland, Md LAURENCE J. ADAMS Jr. Lancaster, Pa. STEVEN AKSOMITAS Wethersfield, Conn. FREDERICK A. ALLNER III Bethesda, Md. JOHN S. ALVIS Hampton, Va. GEORGE E. ANDERSON Areata, Calif. JAMES T. ANDERSON Alexandria, Va. STEPHEN F. ANDREWS St. Joseph, Mich. CHARLES W. ANGEMEER Jr. Finleyville, Pa JOSEPH P. ARNOLD Jr Lebannon, Pa EVAN H. ASH BY II Remington, Va ROBERT K. ATKINSON Roanoke, Va. JOHN W. BARR Front Royal, Va. RICHARD A. BENAVIDES San Antonio, Tex. JAMES S. BENTLEY Calimesa, Calif. CHARLES W. BERRY Blackstone, Va. STEPHEN A. BILLINGSLEY Alexandria, Va. CLAIBORNE F. BLACKLEY Richmond, Va. ROBIN A. BOARDMAN Cincinnati, Ohio fciflsL- REED R. BONADONNA Merrick, NY. STEVEN W. BOUCHARD Lexington, Va. DANIEL D. BRADACH Jr. RosweM, Ga. JAMES BRADSHAW Roanoke, Va. DONALD S. BROWDER Cambersburg, Pa. JOSEPH M. BROWN Jr. Signal Mt. Tenn. MICHAEL W. BROWN Nitro, W.Va. ROBERT C. BROWN Hamilton, Ohio MARK H. BRYANT Belleville, Mich. WANE S. BRYANT Roseland, Va. DALE A. BRYSON Norfolk, Va. HENRY R. BUNGAY Freehold, NJ COLLINSON BURGWYN Jr. Newport News, Va. MARK E. BURKS Alexandria, Va. JAMES C. BUSH Martinsville, Va. JOHN J. BUTCHKO Linden, NJ WILLIAM E. BYNUM Sumter, SC STEPHEN CALLIHAN Houston, Tex. DAVID P. CAMPBELL Los Angeles, Calif. WALTER P. CAMPER Buchanan, Va. BRUCE C. CANN Richmond, Va. DALE A. CARR Alexandria, Va. BOBBY R. CAUDLE Jr. Richmond, Va. ANIBAL G. CODUTTI Cornwells Hgts, Pa. JOHN C. COE Ridgefield Pi , NJ THOMAS A. COLE Richmond, Va. SENEN 0, COLETO New York, NY MICHAEL H. CONAWAY Virginia Beach, Va. CHAHLES A. CONNER III Lexington, Va. JERRY T. CORLEY Ashland, Va. CARMINE CORVASCE II Hauppauge, NY JOHN D. CREEDON Philadelphia, Pa GEORGE W. CROSS Covington, La JOHN R. OUTRIGHT Roanoke, Va. ALAN P. DAMIANO E. Detroit, Mich. JOHN S. DANIEL III APO New York, NY RANDOLPH DARDEN Jr. Richmond, Va. GLENN T DAVIDSON Philadelphia, Pa. r ' W ' MICHAEL W, DAVIS New Market, Va, OSCAR L. DAVIS III Rome, Ga. RAFAEL B. DAVIS Coral Gables, Fla. WILLIAM F. DAVIS Jr. Suffolk, Va. FELIX E. DEACON III Richmond, Va, LEE J. DeMEO Syosset, NY THOMAS J. DeSALVO Norfolk, Va. WILLIAM H. DETWILER APO New York, NY ROBERT M. DEVENS Blacksburg, Va. MICHAEL E. DICK Winchester, Va. MICHAEL W. DRONEN Hampton, Va. JOHN A. ESTADA Jr. Hampton, Va. EDWARD P. FARRELL Jr. Richmond, Va. JOHN M. FEAR Jr. Lake Linden, Mich. CHARLES T. FLOYD Ambler, Pa. MAXWELL D. FLOYD Fairfax, Va. HERBERT U. FLUHLER Croton, NY LAWRENCE M. FOLTZ Winchester, Va. STEPHEN E. FONTAINE Norfolk, Va. CRAIG T. FORBES Norfolk, Va. LEE G. FORESMAN Lexington, Va. JAMES M. FOSTER Jr. Portsmouth, Va, RANDAL S. FOSTER Monroe, Va. WILLIAM R. FOWLKES Jr Virginia Beach, Va. DAVID R. FREDERICKSON Dover, NJ MICHAEL J. FREEMAN Kingsport, Tenn. ERIC W. FREESE Manassas, Va. BRIAN R. FREY Clarksville, Va. ROBERT L. GABLER Waynesboro, Va. PHILIP W. GALING Hampton, Va. STEVEN M. GALLAHAN Fredericksburg, Va. WILLIAM B. GARVAIS Fort Belvoir, Va. RANDY S. GATES Mansfield, Ohio CHARLES J. GEARHART Roanoke, Va. RALPH H. GEORGE Lakeland, Fla. ■ ' THOMAS F. GIBBONS Woodcliff Lake, NJ KEITH E. GIBSON Richmond, Va. EDWARD B. GLACKIN Jr. Philadelphia, Pa. KIM E. GLIDEWELL Falls Church, Va. HOWARD L GRANT Richmond, Va. PAUL S. GREEN III Amburg, Va. RICHARD T. GREENE Jr. Burlington, Vt. MICHAEL J. GUTHRIE Claymont, Del. FREDERICK HAGREEN III APO SF, Calif. MARK A. HALFACRE Norfolk, Va. CLIFFORD C. HAMILTON II Bethesda, Md. JAMES R. HANRAHAN Alexandria, Va. WILLIAM C. HARLOW Chappaqua, NY RANDALL W. HARTLEY Front Royal, Va. ROBERT B. HARTZELL Springfield, Mass GARY J. HASTE Virginia Beach, Va. JERRY T. HASTE Virginia Beach, Va. ROBERT W. HAWKINS Halifax, Va. STEPHEN D. HEINRICH Litchfield Pk., Ariz GEORGE A. HITT Stevensburg, Va. JOHN R. HOBBS Norfolk, Va. WILLIAM F. HOLZGREFE Richmond, Va. MICHAEL J. HORN Gilbertsville, Pa. ROBERT J. HOUSER Rockbridge Baths, Va. RICHARD C. HOWELL Radford, Va. JAMES L. HUGAR Driftwood, Pa. RICHARD J. HUMENUCK Clifton, NJ MARK 0. HUNT Oxon Hill, Md. WILLIAM T. HUPP Richmond, Va. ERIC D. HUTCHINGS Columbus, Ohio KENNETH E. HUTTON Marion, Va. JAMES T. JOHNSON Portsmouth, Va. JOHN D. JOHNSON Tulsa, Okia STEVEN C. JOHNSON Hammonton, NJ FREDRICK L. JONES Arlington, Va. PURSE RR5?£cT v scaropt; ComPRvtH ' SrOA TO OBWJAJ ' GOOD ft ' f f OJHO fiR£ rm iTio OF rm x ostitutf rt KECTIFV THE lllUmOhf ,e BUS OPFl r vriL 3ir) GEORGE J. KALARIS Silver Spring, Md. PRASOBCHAI KASEMSANT Kensington, Md. KERRY W. KEACK Wildwood, III. DAVID G. KELLY Monongehela, Pa. WILLIAM S. KELLY Pulaski, Va. STUART P. KINNIBURGH APO New York, N.Y. KEVIN R. KNOTTS Ashland, Va. DENNIS E. KOCIK Des Plaines, III. MICHAEL KOROLEUICH Waldiwick, N.J. KEITH KOWADLO Clark, N.J. JOHN E. KROVIC Steelton, Pa. ERICH L. KURRE Richmond, Va. STEVEN E. KUKLIN New York, N.Y. MICHAEL D. LAFFERTY New Milford, N.J. JOHN F. LAMOND III Clifton, Va. MELVIN L. LASSITER ill Richmond, Va. JULIAN A. LASSITER JR. Chesapeake, Va. KIMBER L. LATSHA Sornsife, Pa. WILLIAM D. LAUERMAN III Memphis, Tenn. KEVIN L. LEBO Roanoke, Va. JOHNT. LEDDY 111 Annandale, Va. WALTER W. LEMASTER Hampton, Va. ERIC J. LETENDRE Manchester, N.H. WILLIAM T. LILES Richmond, Va. MICHAEL E. LINDSAY Hot Springs, Va. RODNEY J. LYNN Marion, Ind. ROBERT L MANTEUFFEL Hays, Kan. CHRISTOPHER L. MANNO Springfield, Va. HAROLD A. MARVIN JR. Springfield, Va. JOHN J. MARSHALL Columbus, Ga. WILLIAM H. MARTIN Boulder, Colo. LAWRENCE A. MARTIN III Rocky Hill, Conn. BLAND MASSIE JR. Fort Valley, Ga. LAWRENCE N. MAUCK III Richmond, Va. JOHN J. McATEER III Arlington, Va. JEFFREY A. McCRACKEN Kenna, W. Va. LES S. McCUEN Hampton, Va. COLIN S. McKENQIE Ft. Rucker, Ala. ROBERT L McQueen Lakeland, Fla. MICHAEL R. MEISE Clearbrook, Va. THOMAS M. MIHALIK Loveland, Ohio DANIEL L MILLER Springfield, Va. TIMOTHY H. MITCHELL Powhatan, Va. STEPHEN T. MISHKOFSKI Virginia Beach, Va. JOHN W. MOORE Port Isabel, Tex. RICHARD H. MOORE Woodberry Forest, Va. GARY E. MORGAN Bethesda, Md. THOMAS L. MORGAN APO New York, N.Y. KERRY J. MULLIN Springfield, Va. MORTON C. MUMMA APO New York, N.Y. JEFFRES M. MUNSEY Wytheville, Va. JOHN R. MURRAY Woodbridge, Va. MICHAEL J. MYERS Alexandria, Va. WESLEY W. NAFF III Boones Mill, Va. CHRISTOPHER J. NASH Richmond, Va. V ILLIAM H. NAY Springfield, Va. STEPHEN L. NEAS II Greensboro, N.C. JOHN L NISKA Vienna, Va. CHAVALIT NOOMNOI Kensington, Md. LESTER B. ODEN Arlington, Va. IRAT. ORRELL Gwynn, Va. JOHN T. PACE IV Petersburg, Va. CLYDE W. PARIS JR. Thomasvllle, N.C. MICHAEL L. PARISH Memphis, Tenn. RONNIE E. PARROTT Cleveland, Va. BARTON C. PASCO Richmond, Va. JOHN T. PATTON JR. Edison, N.J. NORMAN L PAUL JR. APO San Francisco, Calif. THOMAS B. PENDER Navesink, N.J. MARTIN L PENDELTON Vienna, Va. CHRISTOPHER M. PERRY Richmond, Va. YANYONG PHATARALAOHA Kensington, Md. RAYMOND J. PIETRUSZKA Forked River, N.J. LARRY W. PLATT Richmond, Va. WILLIAM E. POWELL Richmond, Va. PONSAK PULSUK Washington, D.C. JOHN E. OUANCKENBUSH Commack, N.Y. ERIC M. RADFORD Greenville, S.C. DAVID C. RALPH Mechanicsvllle, Va. ROBERT B. REDDINGTON Needham, Mass. ROBERT E. REIBACH Waynesboro, Va. WILLIAM E. REICHELT Somers Point, N.Y. JEFFERY M. REILLY Newton, N.J. JEFFERY W. REYNOLDS Roanoke, Va. SHELTON P. RHODES Elizabethtown, N.C. HECTOR R. RIOS-GUERRERO Fairfax, Va. AUGUSTUS ROBBINS IV Baltimore, Md. JOHN R. ROBERTSON Houston, Tex. DAVID H. ROBINSON Pennsville, N.J. EDGAR D. RODRIGUEZ Northvale, N.J. KIM N. ROSE Gaithersburg, Md. WILLIAM G. ROUNDY Great Falls, Va. FRANK J. ROWE Upper Monclair, N.J. 1 ELLIOT R. RUHLAND Montgomery, Minn. JOHN F. SANFORD Lurray, Va. ROBERT K. SANFORD Lurr ay, Va. WILLIAM P. SANGTINETTE Cherry Hill, N.J. JOSEPH J. SANTELLI Pittsburgh, Pa. ERNEST F. W. SCHAEFER Fairfax, Va. JAMES J. SCHAFFER Woodbury Hgts, N.J. DOUGLAS W. SEIBERT Waynesboro, Va. STEVEN J. SEVERENSON Vienna, Va. ROBERT S. SHERRARD Lancaster, Pa. WILLIAM A. SHORT Rockville, Md. ELLIOT C. SHULL III Cherryhill, N.J. DALE G. SHRADER Arlington, Va. ROY E. SIEGEL Whippany, N.J. DOUGLAS W. SIMMS Salisbury, Md. DAVID SKEEN Akron, Ohio MORRIS D. SLAGLE Hickory, N.C. MERIDITH M. SMITH Norfolk, Va. MICHAEL J. SMITH Fullerton, Calif. AARON S. SNOW South Boston, Va. TIMOTHY B. SNYDER Mt. Jackson, Va. MARK W. STAGG Bon Air, Va. NORMAN S. STEVENS Seymour, Conn. STANLEY B. STOUT Cheseapeake, Va. STEVEN B. STOUT Chesepeake, Va. ST. CLAIR STREET III Springfield, Va. WILLIAM H. TALLEY IV Petersburg, Va. ANDREW M. TARR Cooperstown, NY. MARK J. THOMAS Broomall, Pa. TIMOTHY K. THOMPSON Warrenton, Va. LEWIS W. THORP III Falls Church, Va. CHARK TINGSABHAT Bangkok 6, Thailand DAVID E. TIPPET Columbus, Ohio GLENN A. TRIMMER Vinton, Va. STEPHEN R. TURLEY Hampton, Va. JACOB VANBAKEL Singapore 1 JAMES E. VENSKUS Springfield, Va. JOHN M. VIZZI Fredericksburg, Va. THOMAS S. UNDERHALL Dothan, Ala. ALLAN S. WAGNER III Richmond, Va. WILLIAM M. WALDROP Welch, W.Va. DAVID L. WALLENBORN Roanoke, Va. WILLIAM A. WATERS JR. Virginia Beach, Va. KURT WEIDENTHAL III Ft. Bragg, N.C. STANLEY T. WEN Rickville, Md. STEPHEN A. WERNER Richmond, Va. ROBERT E. WHALEN Staten Island, N.Y. JOSEPH W. WHITE Boston, Mass. FREDERICK B. WIGGINS Cherryhill, N.J. RONALD E. WILKOSZ Breadview Heights, Ohio DIRK H. WILLIAMS Alexandria, Va. JOHN J. WILLISON JR. Gahanna, Ohio MICHAEL L WILSON Salt Lake City, Utah ROBERT C. WILSON Roanoke, Va. TERRENCE E. WOLFE Sykesville, Md. DAVID L. WOMACK Herndon, Va. SUPAIUN WONGTHAI Kensington, Md. STEVEN F. WOODIS Purcellville, Va. FHE CLASS OF 1978 From every corner of the earth we came to the Institute. Rich man, poor man, and men from the middle class; we came to VMI seeking an education and after our first year at the Institute we found that the VMI education contained more than any man could expect August 21,1 974 was a day that will live in the mind of every man who matriculated with us. Some left after only a few hours. Some left after a few days. Many will have left when we finish in 1978 However, we all have a common bond. On January 17, 1975, we become the Class of 1978. It was not an easy interim. Time went by quickly as we look back, however, it dragged as the day to day problems we faced came and went. The experience of being a RAT was something no one could have described. From the elevation of High School senior, we quickly found ourselves among the scum of the earth. Heads swimming, bodies aching and minds wishing only for just a few minutes respite, our first week was spent being indoctrinated into the place we wanted to call home for four years. Closed quarters, physical exertion, horrible food, and pangs of separation from friends and lovers seemed to dominate our existence. Finally classes started, and we found time to write our girlfriends, parents, and think about what we had done. Rack time, the new term for sleep our dykes had taught us, was another classtime activity. The time of reckoning came in October, when the first quarter grades were released. Was that a shock! Those teachers had been giving us College level work and all we had done is used our free time to escape the harsh world of the military and the even harsher Ratline. But this — grades — we had forgotten our purpose in coming to College. Our parents ranted and raved about the purpose that they had in sending us and reminded us of our good high school grades and our Deans List aspirations. Somehow we made it. Through all of the hardships and good times, we finished this first year. Our dykes are leaving we owe them a great deal. Some day we will become dykes again, and we must retain what we feel now. We must be able to remember our own trails and pain, and separate the good from the bad. But that is in the future. For now, we have the enforce- ment of another Ratline to contend with. We look forward to another hard year. So many times we have heard that the third class year is the worst as a cadet, now we must experience this burden. We the class of 1978 must look forward to much at the Institute. There will be good times, combined with the bad. We will have to face them with the spirit with which we faced our ratline and the breakout if we are to succeed as cadets. We must put out the effort required to become the best class in barracks. C. E. Alphen G. A. Arnett D. K. Attaway W. H. Atwell 0. W. Ayers C. W. Badalaty B. R. Baker K. W. Barber H. C. Barlow J. V. Barnhill R. M. Bartosik J. R. Baumbach C. R. Beaver G. A. Beck T. R. Beckhimer J. C. Bickley B. E. Blackwell E. M. BIythe J. J. Bohlin R. A. Bois G. L. Booker T. N. Booker M. R. Bottonly J. A. Bowman M. A. Bragale J. C. Braswell M. R. Braunstein J. A. Breen S. C. Brewster J. A. Bright J. C. Brock E. L Brown R. W. Brown T. A. Brown G. C. Brumback B. M. Bryan W. M. Bryant W. Bugg D. J. Burgio R. W. Burke S. G. Burns J. R. Cafarella K. J. Callanan D. M. Cameron p. E. Campbell R. Carter R. J. Checca J. W. Clawson D. A. Colden J. W. Coleman D. M. Colonna J. L. Conrad N. M. Cortese S. C. Craig J. F. Crawford T. H. Crawford J. D. Cure N. C. Curtis G. R. Dailinger L H. Debayle E. V. DeCarIi M. H. Delrich T. J. DeSalvo P. J. Dillon R. M. Dolan T. G. Dorn S. R. Downey J. V. Doyle M. A. Dunford W. P. Dunn R. S. Eagle A. M. Earle C. E. Early B. M. Eaton J. C. Eggeman J. M. Eiband C. K. Esche P. A. Faulconer J. E. Favier K. C. Fay T. R. Ferguson T. V. Fields L. L Fluty R. P. Fore J. B. Forsyth F. W. Fountain N. J. Francis H. C. Franklin G. Fredrickson P. T. Freeland M. Freitas T. J. Fretz H. G. Funlow R. H. Gansauer J. C. Garnett J. A. Garrett G. A. Gearhart M. A. Gentile A. J. Gibson W. S. Gitchell T. A. Gompers D. E. Gordon tJ f f f M. S. Gotham D. R. Gray G. S. Greco B. I. Greg J. H. Gregg W. W. Gerove S. M. Hall R. L. Hammett R. L. Hancock C. A. Hardison G. F. Harris M. R. Hellmann T. S. Hendry R. R. Henkel J. L. Hodges J. D. Hogge M. J. Hu nter J. W. Hutt J. R. Huyett S. D. Jackson K. W. Jamerson S. P. James R. W. Jenvey E. R. Johnson 0. B. Johnson R. A. Johnson D. R. Jones G. N. Jones D. J. Kahle B. G. Kay T. P. Keesee V. C. Keller P. D. Keiiey P. W. Kenney R. E. Kohnhorst S. J. Konkus K. K. Krause M. S. Krebs S. E. Lacagin J. J. Lach w. K. J. Lafferty M. E. Lambert C. B. Larrimore G. A. Larsen P. Leavenworth J. L Leban R. D. Lee J. J. Leech J. H. Leresche E. F. Little R. M. Laflin L. J. Logan C. W. Long D. W. Long D. M. Longwell M. P. Lowe W. R. Lowe D. E. Lucado J. E. Mackin R. J. Magnan E. Manoso J. Manson C. S. Maples A. C. Marshall B. E. Martin J. B. Massad W. E. Mayhew W. B. McCampbel M. T. McCarthy H. W. McClellan M. J. McCombs J. P. McCourt R. A. McDonald D. A. McGinnis T. A. McGreer S. D. McGuire T. E. McKnight D. A. Mecredy N. F. Mercky R. P. Meredith M. J. Miller R. K. Miliigan P. B. Mitchell T. E. Mock D. L. Montgomery A. U. Moore J. A. Moore J. A. Morelli W. L. Morris A. H. Morrison J. R. Mounts A. E. Mumma 0. R. Munoz S. J. Murray R. H. Nelson J. J. Nichols A. L Noble S. M. Oddi M. N. Palmer R. S. Parker J. R. Pengson B. F. Pererson A. Pileggi T. D. Pishdad G. S. Placzek R. M. Powell S. M. Pouers W. W. Putney T. A. Reeder G. R. Relyea T. J. Replogle J. P. Revercomb J. M. Reynolds R. J. Richards W. C. Ridley G. S. Riefler B. H. Riesbeck J. E. Riester D. F. Ring W. S. Roberston G. E. Robinson R. J. Rockefeller J. F. Roser W. G. Roundy J. C. Routson G. G. Sauer S. E. Saunders C. L. Schelhorn M. A. Schell J. A. Scioscia M. H. Seely C. A. Seibel H. A. Seipp G. S. Seldon D. J. Shank J. R. Shaw F. W. Sherman L V. Shimanek W. B. Shull R. J. Sica H. D. Siegfried J. S. Simons R. H. Simpson K. R. Singleton T. C. Sliwoski B. C. Smith B. E. Smith P. G. Smith R. D. Smith G W. Snyder G N. Spencer T. J. Stevens C. M. Stone J. A. Stone J. C. Stranger B. B. Steett P. W. Strickler J. D. Strohm M . T. Stubbs E. L. Sueum Y. Tarn T. V. Tanner D. R. Thacker M. P. Thomason J. D. Thomasson S. W. Thompson D. P. Thornton W. E. Tilley H R. A. Topp T. J. Trainor T. G. Traver H. D. Tuck J. H. Tucker T. M. Tucker R. L Tuell B. F. Tulbert S. VanHooser R. L. Vidrick B. D. ' Vorgang S. J. Walchock C. L Wallen B. A. Walls D. G. Walrod M. A. Walrod W. W. Way J. D. Webber S. S. Weirich B. C. Wells M. S. Welsh D. A. West A. L. Wetterer Z. S. Whitlow J. K. Whitner R. W. Williams P. M. Wilson M. P. Witter S. R. Wolfe R. C. Wolffe N. P. Woodard J. E. Woodward D. G. Wrenn J. L Wright R. E. Wright J. G. Yates D. A. Yerkes W. V. Young C. D. Zahner SOCIAL SOCIAL SOCIAL SOCIAL :iiilliS8 S IVIOOS 1VI00S IVIOOS IVIOOS SOCIAL SOCIAL SOCIAL SOCIAL SOe K f ; 3 ' ---■ ? ' jUikXi ' - ' . ' m- ' ?; V.:; rf 1VI00S 1VI00S 1VI00S 1VI00S l ' Scattered between tests, inspections, parades, and the other mundane duties of cadetship, lies the social world of parties, girls, Hop Weekends, and the just plain good times that are so cherished by every cadet. Whether enjoying the company or your best girl, dancing to the music of a good band, partying at your favorite house, or just being with a good friend, the VMl Cadet can make the best of his social hours. This year brought Homecoming as the first event of the year. The weekend was highlighted by the crowning of Miss Mary Hopkins as queen of the festivities. She was crowned durmg the halftime ceremonies of the Keydet victory over Furman. Openings was highlighted by another Keydet victory, and the Indian Summer that we experienced throughout the entire first semester. But even the excitement of Hop Weekends did not seem to mark the high points of this social year. With a winning program, and the marvelous weather, cadets, their dates, and friends found a way to enjoy most every weekend they were not bound to the Institute. HOMECOMING COURT upper right: Diane McCullough BAND lower right: Susan Cory FOXTROT lower left: Carol Dixon BRAVO The Homecoming Queen Mary Hopkins CHARLIE T— ,. m 1 t ' WM r ' .1 If C n Pi ki HI •• j . L T . , II i v4 . . . roJ , ■tL j yU- ' vt6 « T-Ctfcx, U,.jb . ! ' t :ptk J -J ' a.(Vov-M_ £ ' Xt- Ato tJ vy tf ' Cpy . cLoi •f Jx- . 5fe •. r ii± - ifU—L J A : UoX-X cT -Jif c y j:.u (L: !llh oLr-,, 0 JL . ... tL ' -o loi£X , ' I ' Y . v, i Ju. o ' , Xjt . ..= . i ;.=xt -i .. . ' (X vn JcXJcx, T. ' . - . CI ' L ' Vi 1 tfc( E J- ?. S. jv -J iurf) X . 35 4 - JiL R i . . ) Ht i Sj ■M wE fliy ' IH 1 ■ HP H bs Jlii p H Hi T BffT OUTRAGE OUTRAGE our ) uno 30Vdino 3DVdino The Wizard Bushong Out House Call me Lavi. I am known to the citizens of the Emerald City as Lavrenti-Baruach. For the past four years I have lived here in the land of Oz. Grilled by driving showerheads, driven through the parade patties, frozen in winter, roasted in summer, I can now tell the true story of the Emerald City and its ruler, Richard the Tenth better known to the citizens as The Wizard . The Wizard came to our happy city early in the Spring of 1971 and a brief list of his accomplishments follows: King Richard the Tenth Wizard , Wiz Puzzle Palace, Oz, Va. Varsity Football 4, 3, 2, 1; Who ' s He in American Hayracks; English Speaking Union?? 4, 3, 2, 1; Graduate of M oreen Mush Mouth ' s graduate course on eloquent diction; Lt, Capt, Maj, BG, Maj General, Sorcerer, Wizard; Outdoor Federation — President; Lifetime subscription to Field and Stream; Bushong Out House Restoration Committee, 1; Recondo, 1; FTX Fiasco, 1 With visions of grandeur dancing in his head, the Wizard returned from the scenic paddies of the land of Nam. Many of the more rational citizens believe that the Wizard was imprisoned there and was driven to the brink of insanity by the evil torture. His love of the outdoors and keen Recondo-like military training were said to be the basis for his immortal words: If we have to march them to White ' s Mud Puddle and back, we are going to have an FTX this year. By God! Hardly a magician capable of relying upon his own limited powers, the Wizard often turns to others for support. He has attempted to create the atmosphere of one big football te am in Emerald City. His attempt at molding the two factions, the munchkins and the trees met with characteristic failure. In organizing for the oldest ritual in Emerald City, the New Make-it Day Parade, he extolled a dozing citizenship to work together as a Big Red Team. He attempted to move the sea of apathetic men by explaining that he had come to the land of Oz many years ago to, play football. Rarely to be found in the throneroom, the Wizard is more likely to be circumnavigating the parade paddie in his magic tan tank. Often he has been seen mingling with the troops in the land of Poncho the Red. Good weather drives our ruler out into the wide open spaces. He and his faithful hound, Toto, can be seen shagging golf balls at the local course, attending turkey shoots, entertaining visiting dignitaries, and working hard to preserve Emerald City ' s historical reputation. Last summer the Wizard led the fight to restore the Bushong Out House. It is rebuilt now, however there is some doubt as to whether the effort was worth all the time and money. For four years now, the Wizard has ruled the Emerald City. Some of what he has accomplished may never be undone. It will be a test of the strength of our city to withstand yet another year under the reign of Richard the Tenth. Now I will introduce Uncle Toddie who will show you our fair city. It has not always been this bad. However, the Wizard has stood firm on his concept of the Big Red Team, and as long as his Palace remains in fair condition and the citizens are held in check by the Wicked Buck of the West, nothing will change at Emerald City. f The Wicked Buck Of The West Hi there, I ' m Totally InSain, but you can call me Uncle Toddie. I ' m here to take you on an S-5 guided tour of the Emerald City. Do you have your sickie bags ready? Good, lets begin. This is where the cadet lives. A cadet is a strange form of animal, one who is deathly afraid of things called TACs and the BONE. Don ' t ever mention the word Buck around him. The Buck is the predatory Wicked Witch of the West who lunches on cadets. One mention of his name and a cadet literally can vanish into the woodwork in a flash of unpressed shirts and trailing long(?) hair. Any way the cadet ' s room is really nice, isn ' t it? Wouldn ' t you like to live here? You don ' t look so good fella! Please use the trash can, you ' ll need your bag later. This is a radiator in a cadet ' s room. It gives him too little heat in the winter and too much heat in the summer. Do you have sinus troubles? Well, The Emerald City will cure you of it. One week of sleeping in a room with one of these will cure you for life because you ' ll have no sinuses left! That thing sticking out the side?? Well, that ' s a humidifier. Any more dumb questions? Let ' s move on. These are two typical cadets outside their room here in the Emerald City. Undoubtedly they are firsts , a breed of cadet identified by their strange mating call, Cooperate and graduate. See how neat they look? Here comes the Wicked Buck of the West. See how fast they disappear? This is a stairway up to a stoop in our beautiful city. Notice how clean the stairs are and how the railings are molded to give with the tide of cadets as they stream up to their rooms after Inspections. Lets go down stairs and have a look at the Main Stinks. This is a telephone booth at the Emerald City. On Saturday nights, especially after a thing called a Zollman ' s , many men have been seen making long distance calls to New York, talking to a man called Ralph about a Buick. Notice the white lining around the outside for better hearing. Say, you don ' t look so good fella, why don ' t you make a call in the next booth. The toll is on us of course. This is called a high compression water drill. It ' s used to drill holes through the backs, skulls, legs, and necks of cadets who mistakingly use them for showers. There are two models, the drill model and the fog model. They both act on a new concept, first they freeze the user with subzero water, and then they fry the user with a super heated spray. They work best when someone is using one of the telephones we just showed you. This is another view of the water drill room. Notice the high compression pipes used to transport the water for the drills. See the crack in the ceiling? This is where cadets have hit it attempting to avoid the killing blows of the drill. The little hook on the wall is where the victims are hung to dry out after the drill has gotten them. That ' s a pretty good looking lunch you ' ve got there fella. Want to try for the bag next time? This is a guard rail around the sacrifice pit outside the Emerald City. Here, bad cadets are thrown to the TAC ' s. The TAC ' s wait at the bottom with sharpened pencils and empty bone sheets, ready to eat the poor soul alive. Note the cement around the rail. It is cracked. Undoubtedly this is where a cadet attempted to hang on for dear life. The scratch marks on the wall are from the TAC ' s. Many of them have attempted to jump out and grab a passing cadet. This is Whistler ' s Father . He is known by many as Grampa and Pappa Stace . He likes coffee, golf, and his shapely secretary. Right now, he is not very happy with the Wicked Buck of the West. Infact, the Wicked Buck has put a spell on him, and turned him into a merit. These are two firsts heading out on their bicycles for a night on the town. Notice how clean they look. The one riding on the back is one of their dykes . The first picks up the dyke ' s mail and other things, while the dyke renders certain services to the first. Well that ends our tour. I hope you enjoyed our little visit inside the Emerald City and will come to be a part of our little experience after you graduate from grammer school, junior high, and high school. After all, it ' s never too early to start planning your college education. Come back any time. Say fella, you want a lolly pop before you go? FHE GRAND WIZARD AND HIS FU ' S from left to right: Pinkeyfu (Apprentice Magician), Irbeefu (Grand Wizard), Moronfu (Assistant Sourcer), Buckyfu (Wicked Witch of the West), Kingfu (Head Munchkin), Lunchfu (Loose Screw), Knucklefu (Head Turkey), Holsomfu (Court Jester), not pictured: Simplefu (Gate Keeper) bRTS SPORTS SPORTS SP ■ . V ■ f % ' ' 3 S SidOdS SldOdS SidOdS s eTS SPORTS SPORTS SPORTS .. - 1 1 1 H pm 1 1 Pl ids siaods SldOdS SldOdS SI. Ti Football 1974 brought a Championship. Perhaps this statement will some day stand for itself for all of those who were here when VMI suffered through the days of the longest losing streak, and the bleak times of recent seasons. But this was not the case in 1974. Many prognosticators picked VMI to finish fourth or even lower in the Conference. Playboy conceded we might have a winning season. But oh the surprises they had in store. From the outset, the Big Red had a new look. Gone were many of the old roadblocks to victory. There was a new Spirit that surfaced within the Corps this year. No longer were men persecuted because they were jocks. The freshman remained. Even the Junior Varsity had a winning Season. And then there was the Big Red Team itself. For four years Coach Thalman had promised this years seniors a winner. This was to be that year. When everyone else despaired, Thalman and his seniors believed. V.M.I. OPPONENT 7 Furman 7 Vanderbilt 45 43 Davidson 7 22 Virginia Tech 17 20 The Citadel 9 14 Southern Mississippi 15 31 William and Ma ry 20 14 Richmond 17 10 University of Vi rginia 28 31 Colgate 14 13 East Carolina 3 Despite early season questions, the Keydets soon discovered that they were the cream of the Conference. Victories over rivals Furman, Daividson, The Citadel, and William and Mary proved that the 1974 edition of the Big Red Football team was indeed a team to be reckoned with. The story of these games was to be told by the ball control offense and a TENACIOUS DEFENSE. Led by Jay Newcomer, who was to save his best effort for last, and the Associated Press Defensive Lineman of the Week, John Willison, the Keydet defense was to lead the Conference by the end of the year. r- ' if ' For many years now, the season saving game for the Keydets was the contest against Virginia Tech. This year the na- tions second oldest rivalry moved to Rich- mond to become the scene of the Annual Tobacco Bowl. With the assembled queens, and almost the entire 1 100 man Corps united in the stands of City Stadium, the Keydets destroyed the Hokies. Victory at its sweetest. For the second year in the row the underdog fighting Red Team sim- ply outplayed their larger rival. Perhaps this was the game that convinced even the hardest corps of the unbelievers that the Southern Conference Championship was to be VMIs. I . . . And so it all came down to the Alumni Memorial field that brisk November day, when the Big Red team faced the defending Champion Pirates of East Carolina. A victory meant a title, a loss meant that all of the hard work and effort would go for naught. It was a day t ' hat will certainly go down as a day when the true Spirit of VMI was displayed. A day of defense, and a day when the offense, led by the seniors completely dominated the ECU defense. But most of all it was the play of the VMI defense, led by a super-psyched Jay Newcomer, and a bone crunching line that simply obliterated the once powerful Pirate offense. The final score, 13-3, and it was the first time in four seasons that ECU had not scored a touchdown. Coach Thalman ' s last comment before taking the field that day should long be remembered. After reviewing his assembled champions he stated: There ' s not a team in America who will beat us today. It was also on this day that the scrapping, gutsy Ronnie Norman would become the first man in VMI History to rush for a thou- sand yards in a single season Behind the lines of Dearman, Richardson, Mines, Codutti, Glackin, Morgan, Torbett, and fullback Joe Arnold, Norman made his break early in the third quarter. This running combined with Ronnie Moore ' s stunning catch of a deflected Tony Farry pass all the Keydets needed to wrap up their first Conference title in twelve years. I 1974 SOUTHERN O d y4.afe- V z 1 ' ' 1 i I Jtv. AMMliMft , J Hif • WP i ' r wm ftfm mmmfm Z I. ' m R ' The Eternal Optimist, VMI Coach Bob Thalman was finally rewarded this year in a big way. Selected first as the Southern Conference Coach of the Year, Coach Thalman was later to receive national recognition by being named the NCAA National Coach of the Year. Each year the Thalman team improved. Every game it got a little better, until finally he gave the Corps what he promised upon his arrival in the summer of 1971, a winner and a Champion. Coach Thalman is truly a part of the Spirit of VMI, and his Never Say Die attitude has led the Keydets from the cellar of the Southern Conference to the top. OIAMPS BOB TIULMA. _T Kae« Vital  t MaiT VMI Kept Believing Jfenored the 7? Andrew John Dearman, a three time All- Southern Conference selection, and this years Honorary Captain of the Southern Conference All Star Team, was named to the Associated Press Second Team All American Team. Andy was one of the Tri- Captains of this year Keydet Champions, and was called by Coach Thalman as, The best offensive lineman I have ever coached. The 6 ' 3 , 236 pound hustler from Akron, Alabama was often the first man to cover punts, and the man to whom the Keydets turned all year to make the big block. His leadership was one of the prime factors in the Keydets success this season. Central to the success of the 1 974 Keydets was the complete change of attitude exhibited by both the Corps and the Alumni. The stands were filled this year, both home and away. The spirit displayed by the Corps made the team often refer to the cheering as the twelfth man on the field. Another group of people who did so much to aid in the spirit this year were the cheerleaders who sponsored pep rallies, bonfires, and displayed the many banners that were on post. Hopefully the winning attitude will remain, and with it the Spirit exemplified this past season. Not all of this past season was consumed with the taste of victory. The championship road was not an easy one. The Spiders of Rich- mond took the wind right out of the high flying Keydets sails at one point, and injuries to key personal like Oscar Richardson, Bruce Torbett, and Dan Newcomer were compensated for only through the courage displayed by these men playing hurt. The Big Red took several hard blows, but somehow always returned to establish themselves as true Champions. The 1974 Football Keydets . . . Champions of the Southern Con- ference. But don ' t think that this will be the last title for another twelve years. Next year the entire defensive unit returns, with the notable exception of Jay Newcomer. However, Phil Upton, Terry White, and John Willison return to anchor 1974 ' s best defense in ' 75. The offense will bear the brunt of the graduating seniors. It will be hard to replace such stars as Andy Dearman, Ronnie Norman, and Tony, Farry. However Kim Glidewell is a workhorse, and he may well be- come the all time career rushing holder. The indomitable Joe Arnold will return to get those tough yards when needed, and help the line turn holes into gaps. Ronnie Moore, who did not have the year he has had in the past, will again have a passing quarterback in Bill Bailey. Ronnie will almost assuredly set several records next season. Bill Bailey will return, and the freshman got plenty of experience this year, helping i to give him the poise he needs to help defend the championship. But perhaps the most important returnee will be the Coach, Bob Thalman. Next season the writers will listen to the Eternal Optimist. This in addition to his winning attitude, and the many returning people should add up to another title. With the spirit high, and the winning attitude fresh in the minds of the team and the Corps, the 1975 Keydets can look ahead to another great season. II II II II II If III RUGBY J M Soukup, J M Maples, DC Schultz, K D Widner, T C Moody. ST Mishkofski, D K Copp, W Meier, S M Wilkins, LA Martin, J L Hugar, K Kowadio, T W Swenson, B,W Undercoffer, J.C. Seitz, DM. Jensen, J F Amatetti, W.L. Hendry, T A. Mason. G A. Trimmer. BR, Frey. P.L. Brozpzpwski. W.W, Naff, K.D. Williams. T L Brooks. C,L Aycock. WW Moncure. U.S. Tayon. T E Wolfe, J.S Bentley. H.S VanHooser, R.S, Smgletary, C.J, Gerhart, J,L, Stranger, N.P, Woodard, HA Bungay. H,J, McKnight, B E Weaver, T R North, S.D Jackson, J B Forsyth, M T, McCarthy, F.G Furr, T,T Kinnier, R.C, Wolfee, R.W Brown, S P James. L,L. Fluthy. T H, Simpson. B,F Tulbert. J L Leban. P B Mitchell. T A Brown. P J. Dillon. L.J. Logan, G.E, Robinson. J. A. Garnen. W.H. Overton, BR. Baker. N J Francis. M.J Myers. W B Mason. D.B McGinnis. W.T Hupp, J, Newcomer, R D, Lee, W.C, Berry. OB. Johnson. R.C. Brown. R M. Bartosik, G S Eggleston, Since the fall of 1969, the Cadets of VMI have continuously fielded one of the roughest, toughest, and winningest Rugby Teams in the state. Having a winning record that is unequalled by any other sport at VMI, this team has never had a losing season — and this year has been no exception! With the motto give blood, play VMI Rugby , this years team has had a true taste of the mud, the blood, and the beer of Rugby. Under the leadership of such old ruggers as John Soukup, John Maples, Dan Schultz, Jim Seitz and Tom Mason, next years team is assured to have had the benefit of alot of experience, in all facets of Rugby I From the wildest parties that VMI has ever known, to the most flamboyant and colorful characters in barracks, this years ' Rugby team has left another great season and a tradition to be proudly carried on. II II li II II II II li ii If ]i II II 1 II B II II li 1 II 1 II ii II II i i 1 1 3T. Soccer What seemed to be a potentially great soccer team under the leadership of Jay Sculley, became a disheartened mass of players with his departure. The fall found the team with a new coach, a new offense defense, and new players in vital spots. It was a bold change which the team could have keyed upon. Unfortunately, mistakes, inexperience, and other factors weighed too heavily against the Big Red. Yet on occasions the team played brilliantly, as in the Washington and Lee game where they tied VMI 1-1. The team is older and wiser and ready for next season. Special mention must be given to the captains of the team: Dan Heiken and Frank Hillson, both four year veterans and All Southern Conference players. Time and again these two soccer stars would rally the team with their, Never-Say-Die , attitude. F. A Allner, D F Ashton, J D Bangs, J A Bowman, E L Brown, C. P. E- Burgwyn, P. C- Carme. P, L Felder, J, B. Forsyth, F, H. Hagreen, E. D, Heiken, F J. Hiilson, R M Hohnann, I A. Kanner, A N MacKenzie-Graham, W. L. Morris, A. Robbins, J, R- Roberston, R. C. Robertson, M. C. Culley. L, W. Thorp, C, Tingsbbat, J. S. Wall, R, R. Wetherill, J. E. Woodward, 0. A. Yerkes, C. M. Zahner, R, R. Meredith. Fencing After losing several key fencers last year at graduation, the 1974-1975 season was a building season. The team had a small nucleus of veterans on which to draw, but the majority of the team had little or no experience. Team Captain Bill Short, a mainstay of the foil squad, faced many problems as captain, but through hard work and perseverence order was brought out of chaos. Throughout the season, the sabre squad, under squad captain Richard Leonard, was the leading weapon, followed closely by the foil squad under Phil Thorpe. The epee squad, under Bill Reichelt, brought up the rear, due primarily to a lack of experience. The Rats, trained by head coach Tad Humphries, look promising and may very well be a nucleus for a powerhouse team, in all weapons. Dr. E, B, Wingfield, Advisor; Coaches Worth. Humphreys, and Richie; W A. Short, Team Captain; D. N. Sims, P J, Thorpe, A B. Eppe, W, E Riechelt, J. E. Verricker, A. J. Languedoc, R. A Leonard. E K Ray, R L, Mantueffel, J P Stocke, W. C Harlow, T P. Mouras, R L Macks, R. C Howell, H. U. Fluher, J. L. Conrad, J. J, Lach, R J. Burgio, M. C. Wright, F, B Pohlker, S, C. Craig, W. P. Leavenworth, M P Thomason, B. G Kay. J. V. Barnhill G.A. Arnett, G,A Beck, S.A. Billingsley, U Briggs, EL. Brown. WJ. Brown, G,L Codutti, D.N. Colonna, T.H. Crawford, G.T. DIamontopolus, T R Ferguson, M.J. Freeman, R H. George, A.J. Gibson, M.I. Guthrie, T.S. Hendry, G.N. Jones, W.W. Lemaster, P.T. Marshall, J.K. Martin, R.O. Mines, A.U. Moore, R A Moore, L.S Nottingham, R.W OConner, M H Oelrich, LA Prictard, G S Riefler, B H. Riesbeck, DA. Robinson, T J Stevens, C B Tuck, J J Tulski, R.L Tuell, J S Turpin, R.A, Wiggins, D.A West, J J Willison, J. Fear Can You Spot! Intramurals For those Cadets who do not wish to get involved with Varsity sports, but who desire to play competitive sports at a much lower level, or just get themselves some exercise, there is the intramural program. Every cadet at V.M.I. must be involved in either a Varsity sport or some sort of Intramural during the academic year, and a wide variety of Intramurals are offered. Basically, the year is broken up into three Intramural seasons, each season offering several different sports. During the fall season, cadets have several team and individual sports to choose from. Flag football offers cadets a chance to play a limited form of football with nearly all the contact of regular tackle football. Cadets choose their own teams, and games are scheduled for several times during the week. With the end of the season, playoffs are held between all the teams, and a final championship team is chosen from these games. Soccer was offered as an Intramural sport for the first time this fall. Although it did not have a set schedule, as did football, many cadets participated in the program. It seems as if this sport has a great future as an Intramural sport. Handball was also offered during the fall and has emerged as V.M.I. ' s number one sport of individual competition. Under a schedule set up each week, cadets competed in one and two man teams against each other and several faculty members. The success of this sport has made it the only competitive sport to be played year round at V.M.I. The Run for your Life program was also offered for cadets who did not wish to participate in the competitive sports. Twice a week, cadets were required to run three miles, up one mile from last year ' s program. This program enabled men not only to get their required aerobics points for their Physical Education classes, but to also get out and see the country-side . It, too, remained a year round sport at V.M.I. With winter and colder weather, the Intramural program moved indoors. Basketball became the big sport for this season, with cadets once again picking their own teams and competing against one another on a scheduled basis every week. Volleyball also became a large sport, with cadet-picked teams playing on a scheduled basis every week in conjunction with the basketball teams. Along with the regular handball intramurals and the Run for your Life program, a new Swim for your Life program was instituted, with cadets swimming thirty-six laps twice a week. This new program also met with surprising success and may become a permanent part of the Intramural program for the year. Other individual programs, such as weight lifting, karate and others offered cadets with a wide range of activities for the season. The spring season and warmer weather brought the Intramural program back outdoors, with Softball becoming the number one sport of the season. Cadets once again picked their own teams and played on set schedules each week, with a tournament set up at the end of the season to determine the champions. Volleyball was offered as an indoor sport, following the same format as during the winte r season. Individual activities were once again offered and cadets enjoyed a wide range of activities, both indoor and outdoor. •■-J- - ' Ig The Intramurals Director? In summary, the Intramural program at V.M.I. offers the cadet a variety of sports or sports related activities throughout the year, aiding in the development of the cadet in the whole man concept that V.M.I, is known for. Almost everyone on the athletic field has a gimmick. Can you pick the Intramural Director? 1 No. That ' s Steven Soccer, gimmick: stripe socks. Hasn ' t washed them all season. 2 Nope, that ' s Artie Archery. He can ' t find anyone dumb enough to try out for his William Tell act. 3 Wrong. Peter Parachute ' s gimmick is his get up — looks like something out of a war movie. 4 Wrong again. Here we have Freddie Frogman. His gimmick is walking around the beach with his skin-tight pants, impressing girls. 5 No, this is Billy Bicycle. Gimmick: peddling bicycles to prospective riders. 6 No, this is Vincent Volleyball. Gimmick: serves the ball from between his legs. 7 Wrong. Sedrick Softball ' s gimmick is clubbing people who like football over the head with his bat. 8 Rupert Running — runs for his rack. 9 This is Sanford Swim. Gimmick: directs young girls to the beach. He has hydrophobia. 10 You ' ve got to be kidding. This is Micky Mountain, hasn ' t seen a mountain in years. Scales the barracks every night to go out and get some beer. 11 Right. This is Tom Sawyer, but he has a gimmick anyway. He paddles across the parade ground every Tuesday and Thursday in order to earn his 7 1 2 points. 12 Willy Walkon. Got in the picture because he owns the canoe. 13 This is Tommy Tennis. His gimmick is yelling Love at everyone he sees. Everyone thinks he ' s a little strange. 14 Nope, he ' s Tommy ' s half-brother and partner, Timmy Tennis. Gimmick: plays Dueling Banjos on his racket. 15 That ' s Hank Handballs. Gimmick: just look at his name! 16 That is Boo-Boo Basketball. Either he is carrying an extra basketball under his shirt or he has Dunlap ' s Disease — done laped over the belt. Basketball ir«ti. U-i it Bill Blair brought a whole new brand of basketball to the Pit during the 74-75 season. With three rats breaking into a predominately young lineup, the roundballers made numerous errors but were never out of any game. The name of the game was run, run, run and run the Keydets did. Finding himself with a multitude of talent, third year Head Coach Blair was able to substitute liberally, with as many as eight players splitting the duties. Captain Curt Reppart ran the exciting offense until a kick in the neck put him out for the last games. Injuries were infrequent this season but all seemed to come during crucial times. Sophomore center George Borojevich, one of the three big men on the squad broke his ankle on a fluke play in the last game, a 99-68 drubbing of Virginia Weslyan. George missed the tournament and left a hole in the lineup. John Krovic led the team in the scoring department as the sophomore guard literally burned the nets all season long. Dave Montgomery, who as a senior in high school played only eight games, was second in the Conference in rebounding behind All-America Clyde Mayes. David played super ball all year long, scoring almost at will, rejecting opponents shots, and setting up the fast break with a rifle arm. Montgomery, along with freshmen Johnny Garnett and Ron Carter turned out to be the best group of recruits VMI has ever had. Two other rats showed potential, Pat Kelly and Drew Stone came on in the last several games. The real story of the season lies with the younger players doing so well. However, Steve Whale Chapin, who for so long had to play out of position at center, finally got his chance to play at the forward spot. Steve brought the leadership and the cool needed with such a young team and his statistics don ' t tell the whole story of his hustle and outstanding board work in clutch situations. The ovation given him in his final game in the Pit showed how the Corps appreciated his play for the last four years. For the first time since Coach Blair last played at VMI, the Keydets played .500 basketball. The Cadet Corps made the homecourt advantage a reality as the Pit rocked every home game. Few if any of the teams who came, ever wanted to come back again. Although the young team made mental errors they were never outhustled. Ron Carter ' s last second block of a Furman fast break, even with little chance of a VMI victory, exemplified the kind of Never Say Die attitude. E 3 Kj Ii HH n| JBBIBj 2! 3 mSi lyg M Irag fai B w Ih mI F l -sK K V.M.I. OPPONENT 64 Virginia Tech 96 98 Appalachian State 81 68 East Carolina 73 90 Richmond 95 98 Richmond 95 108 The Citadel 101 86 Christopher Newport 66 67 Towson State 65 72 Bethany 43 71 William And Mary 69 80 East Carolina 82 73 Appalachian State 55 96 Shepherd 83 79 George Washington 90 51 Bridgewater 37 82 The Citadel 68 93 Davidson 94 66 William And Mary 67 68 Furman 80 99 Virginia Weslsan 68 G. Borojevich, W R, Byn Stone, T.R Watjen R, Carter, SJ. Chapin, J,C, Garnett, T,D, Joseph, P D Kelley, J.E. Krovic, D,L Montgomery, C R. Reppart, WD Slomski, J A, One of the most consistent winners at the Institute for the past 10 years has been the Wrestling Team. The 1974-1975 edition of Gup ' s Grapplers proved to be another victorious season. Finishing with a final record of 9-5, the matmen succeeded with a very young group of wrestlers. Al Koehler was the only senior, and Co-Captained this years team along with junior Andy Stewart. Most of the team was composed of sophomores and freshman. The leading rat this year was Ned Stepanovich the heavyweight replacement for Dan Barr. Ned is one of the first real national class freshman wrestlers VMI has ever had. Last summer he defeated one of the Soviet Unions leading heavyweights in the United States versus the U.S.S.R. dual meet. Ned romped through his first season of collegiate wrestling losing only two matches. His victory in the state tournament was VMI ' s only first. John Vizzi a third classman scored a third in the state meet in the 177 pound class. Bob Sherrard, another sophomore also placed t hird in the meet for the state title. Sherrard is an outstanding 167 pound wrestler. With so much youth, and the fact that Andy Stewart was forced to sit out the year with a knee injury, the Keydets look forward to three or four more winning seasons. Ned Stepanovich looks like a contender for national honors and possibly a spot on the 1976 United States Olympic team. Without a scholarship, VMI ' s grapplers still remain one of the most consistent powers in the state. S. Aksomitas, G-E, Anderson. J, A. Breen, HA. Curie, M.E. Dick, D.R. Frederickson, M.A. Engle, M.S. Gotham, S M Hall, W G Karnes. A C Koehler, D L Knies. C, Larrimore, K.L. Latsha, B. Longwell, K.P. Luckenbill, W.G. Mullen, J.R. Pengson, M Pearson, A. Pileggi, M,H. Seely, B Sherard, R Rios, R L Siegel, P G Smith, A.I. Stewart, N. Stepanovich, T.B. Tanner, J.M. Vizzi, Manager DA. Golden. f '  . ' Rifle! With only one returning Letterman, Captain Devery Miller and only a few men with experience in the high pressured competition of match shooting the 1975 Rifle Team equaled their excellent record of 1974. With superb shooters like upcoming First Classmen Brian Puse and Aries Koumis the continued success of the rifle team can be assured. Johnson, J P Johnson, J. F Klag, A. G. Koumis, D. E Kocik, A, C. Marshall, D. S- Miller, B C. Puse, D L, Ralph, E F, W, Schaefer, Manager W H, Mannherz Cross Country The Cross Country Team ended the season with a 4-6 record overall, winning three dual meets against Shepherd, Roanoke and Bridgewater, and defeating Washington and Lee in a tri-meet with Davidson. In the state meet at Virginia Tech, the Keydets ' had their best performance of the season finishing sixth out of the 1 2 teams entered. Rat Rex Wiggins and First Classman Rich Mines finished in the top 24 runners and are to receive medals for their performance. Wiggins ran the number one position most of the season being pushed all the way by Captain Rich Mines who had his best season running the number two spot Third classman Jack Daniels running his first Cross Country season, held the third spot during most of the schedule Rounding out the top five were freshmen Anthony Moore and George Riefler respectively. The team worked hard throughout the season, practicing twice a day to get in the mileage needed for the stiff competition. The team loses only five seniors. Captain Rich Mines, Phil Marshall, Boyd Tucker, Bill Kobus, and Bob OConner. The outlook for next years season is very bright. W. I. Brown, D. M. Colonna, P. T Marshall, J. K, Martin, R O Mines, A, U, Moore, R W OConner, B F Peterson, G S Fiefler B. H. Riesbeck, D A Robinson, C. B Tucker. J J Tulski. R A Wiggina, S, B Wolchack, J A Daniel, W P Kobus, D R Gray, W W. Lennaster, Swimming The VMI Swimming Team is composed of dedicated cadets who voluntarily sacrifice their GP weekends, and GPA ' S from October to March to represent the Institute. Despite a 6 win-7 loss record, the year held much success with the team setting many varsity records. Placing 4th in the Southern Conference Meet, having Tom Zuegner, Lang Meem, and Buzzy Northern receive All Southern Conference honors, and finally and overwhelming victory against Va. Tech, the swimmers exceeded pre-season prognostications. The team will lose four seniors including co-captains Ralph Simmons and John Plunkett. But the prospects for next year look extremely good with twelve lettermen returning to add the needed depth, experience, and strength essential for success. t . S F Andrews, H L Bradshaw, T A Brown, J. R Cafarella. J D Cure, N C J Curtis. P H Dillon, C E Early, P Friesen, P H Gabriel. J R Hanrahn, W L Hendry, A W Hansen, K W Jamerson, V C Keller, J A Lassiter, L H Meem, R. M Northern, J Otocka, B C Pasco. L W Piatt. J, R Plunkett, R Ramos, W C Ridley, R C Simmons, C R Smart, T S Undrhill, D L R Womack, L R Wrenn, T C M Zeugner Lacrosse The 1974-1975 Lacrosse team showed great improvement over the .500 season of just a year ago. Losing only one starter, this years stickmen were led by senior tri-captains Danny Penny, Dan Dell ' Osso, and Charlie Radar Collins. Captain Flavin supplied the air behind the whistle during the practices everyday in his second year at the helm of the Keydet Indians. In a bid for becoming the newest varsity sport the team travelled to Atlanta for the Georgia Tech Invitational Tournament. This followed an invitation by the Southeastern Lacrosse Conference to join such teams as Washington and Lee for national honors. Seniors Dean Pit Armstrong, Bill Putman, Felix Wolkowitz and Charlie Kaune are supported by Rocky Glass and Dickie Moore. Goose Robins, Boog Powell, Jeff Reilly, Ray Beaslely, Jack Daniels, Woody Woodword freshman Wadsworth Sugg are just a few of the other outstanding players who led the VMI Lacrosse team to their best record in their short history of this fast moving sport. Tri-Captains: Danny DeM ' Osso, Danny Penny, Chuck Collina, Treasure: Feliex Wolkowitz, Players: Dean Armstrong, Ray Beazley, W. Bugg, Jack Daniels, Dyke Davies, Keith Dickson, Rocky Glass, Charlie Kaune, Jack Lamond, T. P McCourt, Terry McKmght, J, Masad, N. Mercy, Dickie Moore, Billy Powell, Bill Puttman, Tom Reeder, Goose Robbins, Joe Sciosea, Mark Sculley, Elmo Shiflett, Andy Tarr, Spike Tataro, Ben Vanderberry. B Vorgang, R Nilson, John Woodward, Charlie Spron, Jeff Tiley, Larry Foltz, R.R. Wetherill. - ' The Golf Team is another group whose improvement was marked during the 1975 season. Led by Bill Fowlkes, Reggie Webb, and Rick Law, coach Swink was able to field a team that was strong from tee to green. Reggie Webb, Rick Law. Randy Esser, Steve Murray. Dexter Gilliam, Joe Brown. 292 Elliot Shull. Bill Fowlkes _ Tennis The VMI Tennis Team led by Sophomores Craig Forbes and Will Bynum greatly improved on their record of last season. What this years team lacked in experience they made up in hustle and the future looks good for the tennis team in the seasons to come. J.C. Brock, BR. Caudle, R.E. Darden, F,S. Deacon, T.H. Enghsh, C.T, Forbes, R T Green, J.N. Hurt, B.C. W ells, W.R. Bynum mrr This years brand of Diamond Keydets are sparkling to new heiglits. Under the glittering leadership of the new coaching duo of Head Coach Jerry Roane and Assistant Coach Robert Farrell, the team can soar to a successful season. With Gems such as Team Captain Popeye Lewin, and returning First Classmen like Kimo Wong, Dan Darnell, Garland Isaacs, et al, plus refreshing help from the under three classes, V.M.I. Baseball will Be Alive in ' 751 Baseball R.M Abenathy, J T Corley, L J Demeo, M.A. Gentile, WE. Hardy, MA. Havelin, B.R. Henkle, O.B Johnson, D L Kirby, M.E. Linaberry, D.T. McEwen, K.J. Mullin, J J, Nichols, R.S Parcer, G L, Plaezak, T.P, Ridley, R.T. Ridley, R.T. Sanford, R.K. Sanford, G,S, Seldon, D.B Sheppard, W.B. Shull. MP. Whitten, J.W. White, M K Wong, WO. Young fSM I TENNIS Washington Lee Shepherd Richmond Roanoke Morris Harvey Bridgewater Emory Henry Appalachian Edinboro State Citadel Madison Hampden-Sydney Davidson East Carolina William and Mary Southern Conference BASEBALL Oneota W L VPI ECU ASU Richmond VPI UVA Furman ASU W M Citadel Richmond Davidson W L Madison RIFLE University of Virginia Appalachian State West Point Annapolis William and Mary Davidson Richmond The Citadel FENCING Duke; N.C. State; UNC U.Va.; VPI State Championship George Mason University William and Mary Regional AFLA Competition Fencers Challenge Mary Baldvi in TRACK (INDOOR) Richmond; Gardner Webb; Madison Bridgewater V.M.I. Winter Relays Lynchburg; Madison; Wake Forest State Meet Southern Conference Championship LACROSSE Appalachian State N.C. State Guilford College Citadel Hampden-Sydney VPI Hampden-Sydney Virginia State Appalachian State VPI Atlanta Lacrosse Club George Tech SWIM Va. State Water Polo Championship Southern Conference Relays Old Dominion William and Mary Madison Morris Harvey Richmond Virginia Commonwealth East Carolina Wake Forest VPI Appalachian State Washington Lee Davidson Duke Va. 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I ) AliOV S3lilAliOV S3lilAliOV S3 V Cadet Waiters Head Waiter — Mason, T,A Assistant Head Waiter — Prior, J,P Damiano, AP, Carrmgton, KR Schuyler, D L , Risser, SO Meise, M R , Dibiase, M A J Kennedy, J P ; White, H F Eggleston, G S , Tucker, C B Hartzell, R B , Richardson, J Y Smith, E M , Freeman, C.C Lazenby, R L , Kaune, C.S Hughes, B K , Tucker, W,L Pre-Medical Society President - McCriskin, J W . Vice-President - Treasurer — Fleenor, M , Frank, P R , Ridel, L W P , Pyke, A , Furr, C , Keith, R , Toney, W H Frey, K A , Secretary — Brzozowski, P C , Programs — Berny, J J , Programs — Kasler, S H,; Baur, T , Rothermel, J D , Law, R , Garland, G , Hendry W.L , Diggs, T , Hays, R , Haymes, Young, A W , Roser, J F , Ridley, W C , Anderson, G E ; Lafferty, K J ; Sveum, EL , Leech, J J,; Smith, B.X , Munoz, OR,, Jamerson, K,W.; Merckx, N F ; Webber, J D , Morelli, J. A, Cadet Program Board Sammv Ratcliff E,E Spam Dan DellOsso Danny Heiken Curtis Butterworth Steve Miner Curt Reppart Shelton Rhodes Bob Sherrard. Ranger Platoon This year twenty five first classmen have been honored by being named to represent the Virginia Military Institute in Who ' s Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges. These men were selected by a board of representatives from the faculty, and the Corps of Cadets. They have demon- strated their leadership and excellence in academics, extracurricular activities, citizen- ship, and service to the Institute. They are the best V.M.I, has to offer. larles Moultrie Louthan, 2. Keith Arnold Frey, 3. John Costa, 4. John West Sheffield III, 5. Reginald Avon Webb 6. William Lawrence Hendry, 7. Taylor Ashby Slate 8. Charles Joseph Collins, 9. Harry Hayes Barksdale, 10. Michael Ralph Fleenor, 1 1. James Shafter Turpin Jr. 12. William Manton Landrum III, 13. Daniel Jay Darnell 14. Daniel Dell ' Osso, 15. Robert Alan Lane, 16. Guy Frederick Conte, 17. Frederick Corbet Davison, 18. James William McCriskin, 19. Ronald Jerome Norman, 20. Kevin Vallee Wright, 21. Christopher David Ingelido. Not pictured; John Henry Crenshaw Jr., Andrew John Dearman III, George Anthony Farry, Charles Louis Rahm. WHO ' S WHO Hop And Floor ■...-- - -r: ■ :xtj; !iSJ5ga y!i«r.- ' :::rn:u:: : i- j;«gi -og.- ■.L . rf« ' fommi -si -i American Society Of Civil Engineers President — Temple, W B . Vice-President — Esser, J.R ; Historian — Cutright, JR. Amateur Radio Club President — MO. Floyd D.L, Ralph J.W. Moore R.H. Moore S.H. Kassler K.V. Miller J.W. Sheffield W.G. Roundy. Distinguished Air Students Taylor Slate Mark Skuby Danny Darnell Gibson Houser Dan Brooks Jim McCrisken Mike Fleenor Chris Ingelido Kent Woods Devery Miller John Sheffield q Scuba Club 1 1 , tS ' StIVP jsi i r ' 11 1 • 1 ' International Relations Club Rod Low; Henry Foresman; Fred Allner Doug Conte: Craig Forbes; Bill Martin Drm Cortese, Carrol Warner, Rusty Rahm Chuck Collins. Doug Baird; John Logan Mike Hill English Society Dave Applin Doug Baird John Strock Barry Hughes Mack Curie Coleman Feller Pete Gabriel Bill Overton Mark Abernathy Platoon Leaders ' Corps Administrator — MacGowan, K.A. Coordinator — Mueller, M.J. S-3 — Kulick, D.F. S-5 — Williamson, J.L. Armstrong, D.H. Bohon, D.W. DellOsso, D. Madren, S.A. Smith, EM. Ashton, D.F. Bradshaw, H.L. Buchter, D.L. Coleman, J.C. Crews, E.R. Kmker, AS. McAteer, J.J. Neuf, C.H. Poetner, W.K. Roberts, C.C. Wall, T.S. Williams, K.D. Wrenn, L.R. The VMI Theatre V.M.I. Riding Team Captain — Frank J Rowe, X 0. — James Branscome Paul W Kelly, Paul T. Freeland Michael Braunstem, Anthony Pileggi Timothy McGreer. Commanders Leader — DellOsso, D.; Hancock, H. M,; Schaefer, J J ; Banning, C K , Lucado, F, G ; Gregory, P A ; Hinle, R, A,: Lucado, D E , Vidrick, R. L., Short, W A ; Ardan, I. N. M.; Gearhart, C J ; Gearhart, G A ; Downey, S R Perry, C. M., Early, C E,; Hitz, R C; Tucker, T M American Chemical Society President — Frey, K.A.; Vice-President — Estis, F,L.; Secretary-Treasurer — Lmaberry, ME. Public Relations — Tayon, L S ; Berny, J.J-; Bohon, D,W. Broaddus. H,L.; Cobb, B.L.: Dibiase, MA. J. Hall, MM.: Hunter, W.C: Kobus, W.A. Myler, H R ; Nunn, A.B.; Phillips, S W. Schultz, D.C ; Bright, DM ; Burnette, O.L. Copp, O.K., Havelin, M.A., Hillsgrove, MA. Lagrone, W.R.; Lalibette, J.Z., Latoni, G. Lowe, DM.; Moore, R.H.; Pardus, K J. Stauffer, M.E.; Swam, J.W.; Wrenn, L.R. Hayes, RE., Adams, L.J.. Benavides, R.A. Bryant, W.S., Butchko, J.J , Davis, R.B. Esada, J. A.; Frey, B.R.; Joslyn, R.S. Pavlosky, R.C ; Reilly, J.M., Simms, D.N. Turley, S.R., Sherrard, R.S., Ashby, EH. Arnett, G.A.; Bartosik, R.M.; Garnett, J.C. Horn, L.C.; Lach, J. J.; Lowe, MP. Whitmer, J.K.; Moore, A.U ; Cortese, N.M. Militaria Historical Collector ' s Society President — Williams, R A ; Vice-President — Borowski. S D., Secretary-Treasurer — Kuklin, S E ; Attaway, D. K.; Bartosik, R. M.; Burgio, R. J.; Callanan, K J., Campbell, P E . Eiband, J M . Frednckson, T. G., Furlow, H. G , Gordon, D E , Hellman, M. R., Johnson, R. A.; Jones, D. R.; Lacagnin, S E ; Lacagnm, S E , Leavenworth. W P , McCampbell, W B ; Moriarty, T J , Seipp. H A ; Smith, B. C ; Ring. D. F ; Wohlrab, C. D ; Wolfe. R C . Hillsgrove, M A ; Joyce. S M , Friesen, P G ; Street. J. A. English Speaking Union i ti ' iHMiyyAy : i President — William Kern; Angemi Archer, C.K.; Bryson. DA, Conte, D R,, Bryson, DA, Ericson, C,E,; Fountain, F,W. Gabriel, PH.; Haberman, E.L, Joslyn, M.R,; Joslyn, R.S. Jones, GD.; Leonard, R.A. Manteuffel, R,L.; Moschetti, JR. Northern, R.M.; Offley, J B. Richter, A.E.; Ridley, T,P, Risser, S,0.; Smith, SO. Strock, J. P.; Verriker, J. P. Wallenborn, D.L.; Thompson, M.L Conner, V.L.; Kilcullen, J.D. Mullen, W.G. Society Of Young Democrats President — Scott Risser Vice-President — Mike Woodward Mike Smith Randy Frank John Plunkett Mike Joslyn Mike Dick Jim Conrad Stu Gitchell Steve Mishkofski Alberto Richter Mike Hill Leslie Knoblock Bob Fretz Curtis Butterworth DA. Puckett Sounding Brass Staff Editor — Barry Hughes Managing Editor — Fletcher Davis Business Editor — Charley Archer John Strock Dennis Kocik PROyO OF- HER- FAME- AND - READY- Ibj - EVERY - TIME • QF - DEEPEST- PERIL • -TO-yiNIDICATE-MER- HONOR- QR-DEFEh|D ER- RIGHTS- • • T;-7 r??t Monogram Club President — Lewin. D L., Vice-President — Wong, M.K Treasurer — Barksdale, H.H-; Secretary — McKnight, H J Sgt.-at-Arms — Dearman, A.J,, Sgt,-at-Arms — Delaine. F.P Sgt-at-Arms — Kaune, C S. Society Of Physics Students President — Smart C R ; Vice-President — Taylc r, G J Secretary-Treasurer - Dav son Grey, B 1 ; Scioscia, J A ; Hendrey, L,; Singleton, K, R : Dougherty, J, P.; Tayon, L S , Bright, D M ; Reeder, T, A.; Ray, E K , Guthrie. M J.; Phataralaoha, Y. Bill Grant Dave Powers; Cess Ferrer, Ken Ray Mike Conely; Ray Pietruska Arnold Air Society D H, Brooks, J C Coe; W G, Houser; C. D, Ingelido, J W McCriskin; F F Martin; H A Marvin; D S. Miller; L W Riedel; C W Pans; S R. Turley; Chairman — Kurre, EL,; Vice-Chairman — Honle, R.A, Secretary — Buchter, D.L,, Treasurer — West. D,F. Coordinator — Houser. W G ; Brown. RC- Burnette. O.L,; Camper. W,P. Diggs, T.H.; Floyd, M D, Hamilton. K,; Hartley, R W. Hensley, D.L.; Johnson, S.C. Kelly, W.S.; Knight, G.L. Leavenworth, W.P.; Leddy J.T. Lowe, W.R.; Mullen, W.G. Parish, M.L.; School, P, Speaker, G.C.; Street, S. Wall, J,S., Thompson, S W. Orrell, I.T.; Desalvo, Thomas P, Desalvo, Timothy P.; Tarr, A.M. Warner, C.R.; Brumback. GO. Bhatta. W.; Harrell, R.D. Trainor. T J ; Snyder. G W, North. R.T.; Moore. LA. Walsh, R.J.; Hiner, L.S. Smith, B.E ; Johnson, R.A. Spron. C. VMI Student Grotto Glee Club President — Mark Skuby; Vice President — Frank Hillson, Sec Treas — Gregg Jones; Historian — Stuart Kinninburgh; Prop Manager — Bill Martin; Business Mgr - Bob Keller, Cdt Director — Don Bernadini, Will Adams, Richard Bartosik; Don Bernardmi; Jan Bickley; Mark Bryant; Steven Burns; Nelson Curtis; Timothy DeSalvo; Pelham Felder; Herbert Fluhler, David Frederickson; Richard Hammet; Richard- Hancock; Garland Isaacs; Kerry Keach; Vagel Keller, William Leavenworth; Elpldo Manoso; Bob Manteuffel; William Mayhew; Joseph Mounts; Simmon Radomskyj; George Relyea; Ed Richter; Samuel Saunders; Wesley ShuM; Dale Shrader; Paul Strickler; Lewis Thorp; David Tippet; Zachary Whitlow; Director Lt, Col George Gansz Society of American Military Engineers Faculty sponsor: Maj, MacGregor President — Mark G. Swank Vice president — Jeffrey A, Totaro Secretary-Treasurer — Marsfiall F Coyle Stephen R. Allen Theodore D. Carr Kent R- Carrington John P Christy John L, Dorsey William D, Fisher Gregory S, Hedley Barry D Helms Lovick S Hiner Thomas D. Joseph Charles M. Keen John B. Kirk Frederick G. Lucado Richard T. Mathews Henry C, McVeigh W. Grigg Mullen Carlton G. Opel Paul B. Parker Raymond Ramos Jeffery B, Ratliff Edward K, Ray William C. Ryals Andrew 0. Stewart I.E.E.E. John Sheffield E.E. Spain John Vermes Charly Banning Larry Hendry Kevin Nettour Bob Frisbie John Prior Tim Parker Pete Friesen Ray Harrel Ken Ray Timmins Music Society President — Hitz, R C ; Vice-President — Williamson, J L Secretary-Treasurer — Borowski, S D , Gregory, PA Baird, D P, Myler, H R, Feller, R C; Mund, D,L, Hillson, FJ., Lane, R A Verriker, J,, Kobus, WD Kasler, S.H.; Linaberry, ME Smith, BE.; Kirk, J R Ray, E.K.; Bowers, J Beaver, C,R,; Hagreen, R H, Joslyn, R S.; Foltz, LM. Little, E.F ; Gansauer, R.H Early, C E ; Tucker, T M McGinnis, DM,, McCarthy, M T. Smith, R D feifSSs Cheerleaders Head — Bill Turpin, Paul Bernard, Dan Brooks, Eliot Smith; Larry LaMonte, Bart White Head — Leslee Nickerson, Tina Warner, Beth Henshaw, Carol Henshey; Lisa Powers, Mary Love Young, Pam Ramsey; Lori Hobbs. Distinguished IVIilitary Students SPECIMENS • OF -gmZEN SOLDIERS : ATTACHED TO THEIR- NATIVE STATE PROyD • OF- HER- FAME ■ AND - READY- IN - EVERY- TIME - OF ■ DEEPEST ■ PERIL -TOVINDICATE HER- HONOR- O DEFENID-HER-RIGHTS- • • Dave Applin; Jim Berny; Frank Cole; Charlie Collins, John Crenshaw; Doug Dunlap, Bob Fnsbie, Kenneth Gerard: Dave Hensley; Jerry Irlssari; John Kannis, Larry LaMonte; Bill Landrum, Salvo Lape; Barry Lineback; Larry Lineback; Chip Louthan; Rodney Low, John Maples; Rick McFarland; James Mesnard; Mike Mulligan; Dave Mund; Rusty Rahm; Tom Reeder; Todd Sail E.E. Spain; Greg Stultz; Tom Sutter; BO, Temple; Mike Thompson, Walter Tucker, Lerry Waks; Kevin Widner; Bill Witherow; Charles Wohlrab; Felix Wolkowitz; Kevin Wright; John Young, Civil War Roundtable Publications Board Col Barksdale, R B Lane; T Y Greet; Ben Vanderberry, Charlie Archer, Vern Conner; Freddy Martin, Maj Dooley; Taylor Slate, Maj. Davis; Tony Fiero; Barry Hughes; Bill Landrum. Debate Team Members Williams, R.A. College Republicans President — McCriskin, J.W.; Vice-President — Jones, F.G. Vice-President — Manno, C; Treasurer — Maples, J. Secretary — Kobus, W.; Secretary; Jeffers, N. Schultz, D.; Turpin, J. Berny, J. J.; Green, J.D. Louthan, CM.; Diamontopulos, G. Hill, M.; Ingelido, C. Overton, W.; Riedel, L.W. Freeman, C.C; Dibiase, M.A.J. Kulick, D.; McGinnis, D.B. Beck, G.; Branscome, J.R. Heirrich, S.D.; Kocik, D.E. Allner, F.A.; Robertson, W.S. Lowe, D.; Garreti, J. A. Beaver, C.R.; Mullin, KJ. 319 Computer Club Harley Myler, President Rusty Rahm, Sect-Treas. Bill Kobus, Numerical Methods Coordinator Dave Lowe W - ' iC ,?. Tanker Platoon Archer, C.K.; Galloway, M.D.; Haymes, PR,; Joyce, S.M,; Lloyd, T,S.; Rinnan, M,D.; Smith, MJ.; Temple, W B.; Tate, M.G ; West, DF,; Wiggins, F.B.; Wohlrab, CD,; Young, J.L, r Baptist Student Union President — Davies, P V. Vice-President — Karnes, W.G- Bowers, J.S Risser. SO. Logan, L.J. Dorn, T.G. Manoso, E. Wright, J L, BIythe, E.M. Toney, W.H. Kirk, J.B. Tate, M.G. Hayes, RE. Little, E.F. Burke, R.W. Skeen, D.L. Puse, B.C. Leavenworth, W.P. Thacker, DR. Scott, W.G.; LaLiberte, J.Z ; Adams, W.C; Coleto, S.O.; Kuklin, S.E.; Hughes, B.K.; Lacagnin, S.E.; McGinnis, D.B.; Beaver, C.R.; Booker, G.L.; Fricke, R.L. Religious Council Reggie Webb: Will Adams mz: The Cadet Staff CHARLIE KAUNE KEVIN TAMEZ RICK HENING VERN CONNER — Managing Editor BOB LANE — Editorial Editor upper left: Photo Staff JOHN STEWART — Editor BILL DANZEISEN SCOOTER MASSIE upper right: Cartoonists CHRIS MANNO SIMON RADOMSKY MICHAEL LINABERRY center left: Writers JIM TURPIN TAD DODGE ED CREWS center right: Business Staff MARK HAVELIN CLYDE FURR CHRIS PERRY SCOTT LLOYD TOM BROWN PETE DILLON DAVE LUCADU GREG GEARHART lower left: Junior Editors REX KERN GREG LUCADO MIKE DIETRICK The 1975 Bomb Staff TOM REEDER Circulation Manager CHARLIE COLLINS Asst. Circulation Mgr. FIRST CLASS EDITORS DAVE APPLIN — Photo Editor WILLIAM LANDRUM — Managing Editor TOM REEDER — Circulation Manager MICHAEL MONAHAN — Associate Editor TAYLOR A. 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These include publication of the quarterly ALUMNI REVIEW, files on all alumni, class reunions, chapter meetings and maintenance of the new alumni hall, William L. Moody ' 86 Hall. The Alumni Association also continues support of the VMI itself through its alliance with numerous cadet activities. Through its officers and membership, the VMI Alumni Association, as stated in its charter, seeks to organize the alumni and old cadets of the Virginia Military Institute in one general body, so as the better to keep alive the memories of Institute life, and by their united efforts the more efficiently to aid in the promotion of its educational purposes in the future. The VMI Foundation Since its conception in 1937 the VMI Foundation has sought to further academic excellence at the Virginia Military Institute. 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Room 146 Jelly Bear, Bongo, Bill and Mike From J-VO and Fanny Compliments From The X Your Host, Red Turner LEXINGTON PZZERIA ITALIAN RESTAURANT Orders To Take Out Pizza and Grinders Beer and Wine 463-7978 13 S. Main Street Lexington, Va. R C THEATRES B In Fredericksburg: Victoria Theatre Virginias 1 1 1 Colonial Theatre Greenbrier Twin Fredericksburg Drive-ln Cinennas f in Lexington; State Theatre Lyric Theatre CONGRATULATIONS TO CADET JOHN HAROLD SIEMENS and THE CLASS OF 1975 from REAR ADMIRAL and MRS. A. H. SIEMANS U.S. COAST GUARD R M ENTERPRISES Carpet Installation Contractors 200-C Commerce Ave. Custom Industrial Park Port Richey, FL 33568 Phone: 813 848-2139 • ' - B B COAL SALES., INC William H. Blair and Sons Merrill Butler, Jr. president H. D. Hoon vice president Builders of a better life Best Wishes to the Class of 1975 Butler Housing Corporation 1691 Kettering Street, Irvine, California 92705 COMPLIMENTS OF [GTON HARDWARE Lexington, Virginia Your Happy Shopping Store Lexington, Va. 463-31 11 Fastest Fun intheWest! The fun spot of Western Virginia, that ' s the Holiday Inn of Lexington! And the fun starts the minute you enter, whether for after-game refreshments, a marvelous meal, a get-together with week-ending parents or visiting lovelies. Billy Budd Restaurant featuring super-chefery. faultless service, striking decor and make-sen.se prices. Looking for fun? You ' ll find it at Lexington ' s luxurious Holiday Inn. where the good times are. OF LEXINGTON U. S. Rt. 11 at 1-64 Phone 703 463-7351 VUA. Owned and operated by American Motor Inns, Inc. of Roanoke, Va. under license agreement with Holiday Inns, Inc.. Memphis, Tenn. V here does the Corps go to enjoy fine food and drink in a relaxed atmosphere THE PARAMOUNT INN 19 West Washingto n Street Lexington, Virginia CONGRATULATIONS TO TAYLOR A. SLATE and the 1975 BOMB Staff on a job well done. Lt. Colonel (USA Retired) and Mrs. Francis T. Slate J. A. HAGAN, JR. COMPANY Mechanical Equipment 8617 Mayland Dr. Richmond, Va 23229 Phone 270-0736 Area Code 804 Telex 82-8352 P O BOX 1 1267 602 W. 25th St. Norfolk, Va 23517 Phone 625-6531 Area Code 804 Telex 82-3432 McCRUM ' S DRUG STORE 17 S. Main Street Lexington, Virginia THE COUNTRY KITCHEN BREADS, CAKES, PASTRIES Baked with the home made touch 8 North Main Street Lexington, Va 24450 703-463-5691 CONGRATULATIONS CLASS of 1975 THE BAIRD FAMILY HILLSIDE, N J MELPAR A division of E-Systems, Inc. 7700 Arlington, Blvd Falls Church, Va COMPLIMENTS OF Mr. Mrs. Wade C. Ridley Box 638 Tyler, Texas 75701 Congratulations to Cadet William Manton Landrum and The Class of 1975 from Mr. and Mrs. William M. Landrum San Antonio, Texas . ' Wf , MILLER MANUFACTURING CO. INC, 7+h and Stockton Sts., Richnnond, Va. 232 II Phone 232-4551 J. CLIFFORD MILLER. JR. 28 President LEWIS N. MILLER ' 32 Vice-President-Treasurer THOMAS G. WINSTON ' 45 Vice-President Quality Products Since 1897 MILLWORK DIVISION WOOD PRODUCTS DIVISION DISPLAY DIVISION MILLER HOMES Meeting a variety of residential, mass housing and Industrial need Bottle boxes and field crates. Point of purchase displays. A complete line of manufacturec and roof trusses. ARMY ROTC Then and Now Still Building Leaders Nationally Known COLLEGE INN RESTAURANT The C. L Specializing in: Italian Food, Pizza, Imported and Domestic Wines and Beers CAMPUS CORNER, INC. Lexington, Virginia Charles Halfie Swink, Manager Tape Decks RECORD PLAYERS KLH Sylvonio Panasonic Columbi Masterwork Records and Stereos Musical Instruments Pipes Tobaccos Postels Monarch Notes GEORGE WASHINGTON MOTEL I320 JEFFERSON DAVIS BLVD. (U.S. ALT. NO. 1) FREDERICKSBURG. VA. 22401 (703 373.soae MR. ft MRS Clyde Rude, managers yi ie e ut Gimn the continental stitch Custom-Designed Needlepoint Coats-of-Arms School Emblems 5917 Studeley Ave Norfolk, Va. 23508 ■MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE J. T. POARCH Compliments of J. T. POARCH CO., REALTORS RES. 272-3336 BUS. 232-7871 5035-A FOREST HILL AVENUE RICHMOND, VIRGINIA 23225 Roanoke Coca-Cola Bottling Works 720 Main St. Clifton Forge, Va. 24427 mmgde cmdemwyrw. FORMERLY JACOB REED ' S SONS A Division of Hart Schaffner Marx 2 DeKalb Street, Norristown. Pa. 19404 Congratulations ' 75 Alvin Dennis 102 West Washington St Lexington, Va 24450 ' fine men ' s clothing ' THE COLLEGE TOWN SHOP, INC. Everything for the well dressed man Sero, Corbin, Alan Paine, London Fog Compliments of Southgate Corporation 31 5 Dumore Street Norfolk, Virginia PRES BROWN ' S INC • Sporting goods • Clothing • Photographic Equipment 1 15 West Nelson St. Lexington, Virginia BOOSTERS CWO Mrs. Harry E. Lape Farm Family Life Ins. Co. Mr. Mrs. James C. Seitz, II Army R.O.T.C. Mutual Federal Savings and Loan Assoc. Mr. Mrs. K. Y. Thrift Miss Irma Dickinson Mr. Mrs. Fred Warner Mr. Mrs. Dale West Mr. Mrs. Duval Stone Mr. Mrs. Robert T. Feller House of Gifts Claster Florist Manny Comisar — optometrist Peter Diamontopulos Clayton E. Jensen John Erich Decher, III Wilcox Ruffin Robert M. Kesler New Market Battlefield Park Coffin Shoe Co. Col. 0. H. Joyce Mr. Mrs. John J. Jakvboski Mr. Mrs. Frank M. Donahue, Jr. Miss Agnes Hamilton Miss Nancy Baird Mrs. Gladys Chasan Motor Club of America Loveland Athletic Dept. Mr. Mrs. James W. Garten Mr. Mrs. John F. Otocka Mr. Mrs. Lawrence E. Smith Mr. Mrs. A. Moschetti Capt. Mrs. John L Young, Jr. Mr. Mrs. Harold Crickmer Mr. Mrs. Costa J. Costa Mrs. Denna G. Crenshaw Mr. Mrs. L A. Martin Mr. Mrs. A. L Thompson Mr. Mrs. Thomas Moncure, ' 40, ' 72, ' 76 Dr. Mrs. Joseph H. Way Lt. Col. Mrs. Vladimir W. Skuby 25th Reunion Year for 50B Col. Mrs. Marcus W. Hansen, 50B BOOSTERS Col. Mrs. Paul Applin Mr. Mrs. John M. Chapin Lexington Prescription Center A Brother Rat of 1944 Mrs. Margaret Rivera Tazewell Ellett, III 44 Jermies, Inc. McCann Motors, Inc. Cardinal Bowling Center Congratulations Big Red Team Mr. Earl H. Dunlap Mr. Mrs. Richard D. Harvey Ring Farpily Friend of VMI Eubank-White Truck Corp. Mr. Mrs. W. L Hendry Mr. Mrs. Carl Warrick Robert Villa Greater Hudson Area Chamber of Commerce J. M. Thomasson Vernon D. Hines Lomax Flowers and Gifts Mr. Mrs. Frede rick Kulick Mrs. Louise L. Cole Mr. Mrs. W. R. S. Curtis Mr. Mrs. John C. Taylor, Jr. Shenandoah Electric Co. Mr. Mrs. Wm. R. Morris Mr. Mrs. John M. Maples Marilyn J. Ridge W. W. Naff, Jr. Amer. General Ins. Co. Mr. Mrs. Roland Wolf Mr. Mrs. W. H. English Colonel William Danzeisen Robert Villa Frank A. Liddell, Jr. R. W. Goodman Mr. Mrs. Gerald Schuldt I. L Mawby Real Estate Mr. Mrs. Robert Hatcher H. L Dougherty, Jr. Col. G. E. Robinson Joseph A. Gompers Mrs. F. A. McFarland Mr. Mrs. Charles Collins RECO RICHMOND ENGINEERING COMPANY P. 0. Box 25189 Richmond, Virginia 23260 OTHER PLANTS: North Carolina South Carolina New Jersey Florida FABRICATORS OF: Pressure Vessels Storage Tanks Field Erected Tanks Heat Exchangers Large Diameter Piping Rubber Lining and Coatings Miscellaneous Plate Fabrication THOMAS C. BRADSHAW, II Professional Photography Lexington, Virginia ' CRAFTY CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 1975 MANUFACTURED BY ART- HOMES, INCORPORATED PHONE 879-2500 • BOX 289 • FAIRBORN, OHIO xjR,sTonsr stnci sonsrs INSULATION AND REFRACTORY CONTRACTORS INDUSTRIAL. MARINE AND CONTRACTORS SUPPLIES 350 TIDEWATER DfJIVE • P. O. BOX 2411 • NORFOLK, VIRGINIA 23501 • PHONE 6 27-7751 AREA CODE 804 CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 1975 Commander and Mrs. John Wesley Logan pmg hm i liROUP serving (he DRKi STORES. HflSPITiLS and PHVSK li S of Virginia since Ui. OHENS, mm m bodeker, w POWERS m mum, inc. STAR QUALITY DWft HERITAGE HOUSE INN AND RESTAURANT 409 South Main Lexington, Virginia 24450 Phone 463-31 61 • Home Away from Home ' Comfortable and Quiet • Good Food • Reasonable Prices • Banquet Facilities Your Hosts — Pete and Shirley Harris CONGRATULATIONS TO THE CLASS OF 1975 Mr. and Mrs. 0. T. AYERS CONGRATULATIONS ' Room 123 and our dear son COUPONS 75 ' If a man does not keep pace with his companions perhaps it is because he hears a different drummer. Let him step to the music which he hears, however measured or far away. Thoreau CONGRATULATIONS Billy and Mike From Mama and Daddy Johns Bros., Inc. PO Box 5823 Norfolk, VA 23516 Best Wishes to the Class of 1975 Mr. and Mrs. Alfred T. Rizzolo Newark, NJ V ' J. G. Joustra 123 East Ave. PO Box 432 Lockport, New York 14094 POUNDING MILL QUARRY CORPORATION PRODUCERS OF CRUSHED LIMESTONE POUNDING MILL, VIRGINIA 24637 Post Office Box 4189 Richmond, Virginia 23224 FOR THE BEST IN DINNERS MEET YOUR FRIENDS AT THE SOUTHERN INN LEXINGTON, VIRGINIA Picnics Prepared On Request Quick Take-Out GENUINE ITALIAN SPAGHETTI STEAKS - FRESH SEAFOOD COMPLIMENTS of a friend of the Class of 1970 VULCA[ I DIVItWQN REEVES BROS. INC. VULCAN PLANT P.O. Box B71. Buena Vista, Va. 2 inJi fXUMU4f OohJi, FDIC CITIZENS NATIONAL; BANK Were not trying to serve the entire state Were trying to serve you New Marl et Edinburg Ph: 740-3121 Ph: 984-4165 Bill Wood ' 54 ISSW @ FAY F. CLINE INSURANCE AGENCY 3416 W. Broad Street Richmond, VA 23230 I.G.A. FOOD STORES 435 South Washington Street Alexandria, Virginia PHONE t95 7. ' 5i8 SINCE 1903 107 6. MAIN ST. CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA. iPoxt Ait and (lommciiiai U Holofjiafiliii Prop. Thomas Howell Compliments Of PATTON, HARRIS, RUST and GUY 10523 Main Street Fairfax. Virginia 22030 ALEX BELL INSURANCE AGENCY General Insurance and Surety Bonds 1024 West 24th Street Norfolk, Virginia Pfione 627-2301 WESTERN AUTO Associate Store Dillwyn, VA Jj Thomas N. Morgan — Owner 9 USED AUTO PARTS BARNES GARAGE 24 HR. TOWING — ANY TYPE - ANYWHERE WINCHING JOHN J. BARNES 2207 COUNTY HOUSE ROAD DEPTFORD, N. J. 08096 CDS SALES 5604 Randolph Road Rockville, MD 20854 ■;cK-Lrv ' ED BUS SERVICE iCC Choi ter Rights to 21 Eastern States Pres. ROBERT L. QUICK 886-3119 Vice-Pres. ELIZABETH M. QUICK 886-5126 Sec.-Treas. EARL F. QUICK 886-7097 Office and Garage 708 6 Street Staunton, Va. 24401 886-6297 Have you tried our new 1 971 GMC PD4905 coach air ride, air conditioned, 47 passenger? MOBIL Blue Grass Oils, Inc. Distributors of Mobil Products North Tazewell, Va 24630 OlFCa, Inc. P. O. Box 238, Findlay. Ohio 45S40i Phone C413D 422-0525 DANIEL F. FLOWERS SCRAP MATERdIAId CO. Phones: 327-5480 322-5435 STEVE KNIGHT. Board Chairman JOHN MARSHALL. President ANN TOMPKINS. Vice President REBA BARNES. Vice President RONALD DILLESHAW. Vice President P. 0. Box 1271 COLUMBUS, GEORGIA 31902 r GENERAL ELECTRIC !9!!!!l . P!9Bb|b!] 1 , -, k - -r t ■ - r r r ■ I . ■ ' - ' i ,iiiiu.i,mlN ' .™iw in! '  :i ' i™ ' irtt ' y I SALEM, VIRGINIA I EST.VIENTS • COMMERCIA!. REAL ESTATE SALES S. G. GERACHIS Tel. 532-2330 WHITCO Telex 654208 Telephone 94l- -)l25 ASSOCIATES: I). K. Diamond W. K. Kim L. T. Kurashige GEORGE E. WHITAKER, INC. INSURANCE ADIUSTERS and SURVEYORS I.W4-I402 KAPIOLANI BOULEVARD HONOLULU, HAWAII %8!4 CLASS A CONTRACTORS WILSON ELECTRIC CO. CONSTRUCTION • REPAIRS • CONTROL 1905 43rd Street W.C. ROBBINS OFFICE 248-1195 RESIDENCE 234-8511 PO BOX 1 1 155 TAMPA, FLORIDA 33610 DAIRY Richmond, Virginia GOOD LUCK V.M.I. YOU NEED IT! FROM A U.VA. ALUMNUS HITT ' S GARAGE MAJOR AND MINOR REPAIRS MOTOR OVERHAULS — TUNE-UP ANYTHING ON YOUR CAR i25-9012 STATE Rt. 3 STEVENSBURG, VA KENNETH S. HITT — OWNER SALUTES THE CLASS OF 1975 WHO IS EDUCATEID? There are five tests ol ' the evidence of education: ; Brrectness and precision in the use of the mother ' iiiKue: Refined and gentle manners - the re-: jIt of fixed habits of thought and aclion: - Sound andards of appreciation of beaulv and vvorlh, and character based on those slantlards: Power and abil of reflection: The efficiency of the power to do. — In gratitude to: vlatthew F. Maury and F. S. Markham YOUR FAMILY SAVINGS CENTER LEXINGTON OFFICE Warmest Congratulations to the Class of 1975 158 South Main Street LTC and Mrs. Robert S. LaMonte (A eciutu is aoocl ( Siisin 9 9 ' J ' 9 ess CARNEAl SONS INC. CHOICE, RESIDEIMTIAL, COMMERCIAL 8e INVESTMENT PROPERTIES Sales and Rental department. . .Phone 359-5761. . .3426 West Gary, 23221 progressive engineering company manufacturers of machinery gears sprockets 2010 east main street richmond va. 23223 PHONE 648-7221 MEE ' S WRECKER SERVICE 133 E. JACKSON STREET KNOXVILLE, TENN J. Ed. DEAVER and SONS, INC. 29 South Main Street Lexington, Virginia COMPLIMENTS OF: ALCAN METAL POWDERS Division of Alcan Aluminum Corporation 901 Lehigh Avenue Union, New Jersey 07083 An Equal Opportunity Employer GRAY LUMBER COMPANY Manufacturers of Kiln Dried Southern Pine Lumber — And Trubark Pine Mulch Waverly, Virginia IN MEMORIAM 1862-1865 24th Michigan Infantry of the IRON BRIGADE 1st DIVISION, 1st CORPS ARMY OF THE POTOMAC, U.S.A. I N C 1600 ROSENEATH ROAD RICHMOND VIRGINIA 23230 MAUCH and Co. 717 West Main St. Richmond, Virginia USA believes Advanced ROTC Cadets should have Officers pri vileges now. All oliicc ' i ' s piivilcm ' s arc ]jrctty iiIll-. But so are the extras that go with them. Extras like getting a break on L ' SAA aiiio insurance. L ' S. ' V.A insures officers. And ROTC Cladets. US.Ai.A knows officers are good insurance risks so thev don ' t have to pay as much for insurance. The same goes for Advanced ROTC Cadets. Buv a policy to become a USAA member and vou ma save up to S60 on your auto insurance over the premiimis man other companies charge. Another privilege you gel is the dividend your policy pays. This year that would be an additional 29c savings on your auto insurance. That ' s a privilege you should take advantage of LSAA gives vou privileged treatment on rates, but vou get privileged treatment too w hen vou make a claim. L ' S. A has claims adjustors who are sensible and sensitive to your problems. We work for our members at L ' SAA. The same policy of good insiuance and low rates also goes lor L ' SA.X ' s Household Goods Insurance. The polic will do the job in prt)tecting your personal property, even if sou don ' t have a house full of furniture. Cameras, clothes, sports equipment and uniforms are all covered for loss, damage and a host of other things that could happen to the things you alue. Once you make it as a L ' SA.A member you ' ll always be eligible for the benefits it offers. Through USAA you can purchase life insurance, take advantage of charter rates on trips and tours, and much more. Mail in the postage-paid coupon to get information on US. A Auto or Household Goods Insuraiui ' . It ' ll be our privilege to show iiu the facts. USAA INSURANCE AT YOUR COMMAND . •• CLIP THIS CONVENIENT COUPON ■■a 00 — z TO -a - S ' 3 3 CT (D o OP ' S 3 r? a.. 5!. XI 33 XI 9- o ooS H -I H =1 0000 naaS JIBI CLIP, FOLD. SEAL ALL SIDES, AND MAIL AS POSTAGE-PAID BUSINESS REPLY ENVELOPE ■9 Four Generations of Tailoring Experience f TAtLOI NC5 0ISTINCTION SANAHTOMIO ' WNVVWV MILITARY DISTRICT OF WASHINGTON 41 I South Glebe Rd. — Arlington, Virginia 22204 Phone 892 5342 3E0tabIt0t!e 1582 j!I i ast Jlaht trfft.lltrlimanJt. ' ltrgima ' li ' Ii 643 -3406 Town Country Properties, Inc. Robert E. Nay — Manager McLean, Virginia SERVICE CORPORATION FOOD SERVICE OPERATORS - ; CONSULTANTS ]TY FOOD SERVICE MANAGEMENT Schools — Colleges — Industry ' eaith Care and Senior Citizen Homes Silver Spring, Maryland 20910 l-JL Iephone 301-589-7477 jality Counts — It ' s a Cleaves — Oi eration NUTONE INC. MADISON RED BANK ROADS CINCINNATI, OHIO . y. Epilogue Producing the 1975 BOMB has been an experience for me and the staff. From the joy and laughter to the depression and quarreling, the BOMB has provided the staff with many hours of intense emotions. Many nights of sleep have been lost, not to mention the assignments turned in late and the tests failed. As demerits and confinement piled up, grades and moral plummeted; but still the staff managed to complete the book. We have often wondered if all those hours were worth all the effort. All things considered, I feel that this BOMB was worth the effort. The staff has produced something that both they and the Corps can be proud of. We have tried to portray in both a pictorial and literary way what has made this year at V.M.I. While I feel sure that there are certain factions who feel that we may have glossed over their contributions, I can only assure those people that we tried our best to include as much as possible. I only wish that the BOMB were twice as long so we could have included everyone and everything that helps make the Institute the unique place that it is. I am extremely proud to have been a part of the 1975 BOMB, and from the bottom of my heart I thank all those who had a part in creating it. I owe more to Bill Landrum than I can possibly repay. His creativity, his support, his constructive criticism, his devotion to the job he accepted, and his friendship helped make this yearbook a reality. Tony Fiero has made this BOMB financially possible by his persistent attempts at fund raising. Mike Monahan and John Logan provided the staff with plenty of ideas and most of the copy. They were always ready to help, whether at the bridge table or in the layout room. Most of all they were good for a lot of laughs and fun, without which, I think we would have lost our sanity. Mel Lassiter is credited with most of the pictures. Without his constant work and excellent quality control there would be no BOMB. To the many other people who put in so much time and so much effort, I am deeply indebted. To Grigg Mullen, this years Activities Editor and next year ' s Editor-in-Chief, I wish the best of luck. The Staff has devoted most of the last nine months to this book, and it means a great deal to them. I only hope that this book is everything we meant it to be to the CORPS of CADETS. ■ 1 II A r r •l!.■)lli- ' MVHl ' li ' l : ' .■