Vanderbilt University Naval ROTC - Galleon Yearbook (Nashville, TN)

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DEDICAT IO MAJOR 1, i 1 ,...,,,..4-we '-r 'I . 'iffw F ANL uiglhlji f y ix Pl 1 1 5 i tak' ?fGPJ' y .' zr . - FR .4 WJ P 'lib 7 . In QE L- 'U At the end of Spring semester. MAJ Anderson pro- ceded to his new duty as Assistant Speech Writer for Commandant of the Marine Corps. lt is evident by the extent ofhis involvement that the Major's presence will be sorely missed. We only hope that we can continue with his high standards and emulate his outstanding qualities in order that he always remain a part of our unit. ln all phases of life, MAJ Anderson has emphasized correct military conduct, attention to detail, and de- velopment ofa professional military attitude. And yet, he has never let these qualities interfere with his relationship to the midshipmen. Somehow, he has succeeded in spreading his highly contagious enthu- siasm and motivation throughout the battalion of midshipmen. All personnel at Vanderbilt NROTC wish only the best of fortune and smooth sailing for MAJ Anderson in his new duties. Jeff Cares DERSO For all the Vanderbilt midshipmen, both Marine and Navy options, the name of MAJ Gary W. Anderson brings a fondness to mind. He has been a stable, guiding force in all facets of involvement at our unit, exerting his energies in so many of our activities: from being Santa Claus at our Christmas parties to being the grinch at morning remedial PT and haircut in- spection. MAJ Anderson was graduated from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in 1975 with a Bachelor of Science in Aeronautics. He is also credited with a M.A. in Public Administration from Pepperdine University. Earning his commission through the Platoon Leader's Class Program, he became a Platoon Commander in the Second Marine Corps Brigade. Subsequently, he became a General Staff Officer at Camp Butler on Okinawa and returning state-side, he assumed the duties of a Marine recruiter in St. Louis, Missouri. Proceding to the First Marine Corps Division, he attained the billet of Company Commander. Then, after attending Amphibious Warfare School, he began his present duty as Marine Instructor at Naval ROTC, Vanderbilt University.

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PREFACE , From its inception, the Naval Reserve Officers Train- ing Program has existed in order to facilitate the mobilization of the United States Navy in time of national crisis. The program takes qualified civilians between the ages of 17 and 24, provides them with a college degree, and indoctrinates them into the mili- tary way of life. The commissioned officers then serve, at the minimum, 4 years of active duty and 2 years as an inactive reservist. ln this way, the country assures itself of having many of its quality people trained in the arts of the military. As a matter of fact, the NROTC program is very consistent with traditional American concepts of civil! military relationships. Naturally, most Americans ab- hor war and fear a rampant militarism, such as that which once existed in Germany. The idea of the civilian soldier, therefore, has appealed to many Americans because he has promised to defend the national security and yet also prevent a repugnant military bureaucracy. For America today, the importance of defending the homeland from foreign aggression has become even a more crucial function of the national government. It is in this capacity that the Navy serves the country. All who are members ofthe NavyfMarine community have commited themselves to the defense of their country and its democratic institutions. The midshipmen in the battalion have vowed to protect the freedom and liberty of America against all enemies. lt is with pride that we serve our country and pledge ourselves to defend the American way of life.

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