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Commanders:
Maj Harvey L. Tri
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In April
The 764th Radar Squadron (SAGE) was re-designated the 764th Radar Squadron (ADC).
May 17th
Squadron Dining-Out
MISSION OF THE 764 RADAR SQUADRON
To detect and process radar returns from airborne objects
operating within the limits of assigned search and height radar systems. To provide the processed radar data to the SAGE Direction
Control Center on a continuous basis. To provide voice and data link communications for the control of air defense weapon
systems. To maintain a vigorous training program that will ensure a skilled technical force in‑being capable of
operating and maintaining mission essential equipment in a high state of readiness.
HISTORY OF THE 764TH RADAR SQUADRON
The 764th Aircraft Control and Warning Squadron was activated
at Bellevue Hill, St Albans, Vermont, on 27 November 1950. In September 1951 the major electronic equipment was accepted as
functional and the Squadron was assigned a "Manual" mission. During 1957, a major expansion of the control equipment was completed
and in 1958 the mission was changed to a Semi‑Automatic Ground Environment mission. The unit designation was changed
to the 764th Radar Squadron during 1959. The 764th was reassigned to the 21st Air Division in 1969.
St Albans Air Force Station is located three miles southeast
of St Albans, Vermont, and encompasses 135 acres of land. A major portion of the site was formerly a state park and was obtained
from the state on 1 August 1949. Situated at an elevation of 1,310 feet above mean sea level, the site affords a panoramic
view of the Lake Champlain area.
PRESIDENT OF THE MESS
MAJOR HARVEY L. TRI
MISTER VIC
A1C JOSEPH W. MONTLEON
DINING‑IN HISTORY
The custom of Dining‑In is a very old tradition
in England, but it is not exclusively military. It is believed that Dining‑In began as a custom in the monasteries,
was taken up by the early universities, and spread to the military units of the country with the advent of the Officers' Mess.
Back in the early 1800's when England was the reigning power in India, the Dining‑In received its first impetus at a
British Army Post. It seemed that the Commander of this Indian outpost had officers under his command who lived on the post,
had their own mess hall, but were never around for dinner. Since the local area was more interesting than the Post Officers'
Mess, the Post Commander found himself eating alone many nights. To bring the officers back to the Mess and to create a spirit
of camaraderie, the Post Commander instituted a program whereby all officers would not only dine at least once a month in
the Mess, but they would dine in full military ceremony. This event usually included a rum ceremony and a toast to the Queen.
The late General H. H. Arnold probably started the tradition
of the Dining‑In within the Army Air Corps when he used to hold his famous "Wing Dings." The association of American
and British military personnel during World War II gave additional impetus to the growth of the custom of the Dining‑In
in the United States Air Force. It was recognized that the Ceremony provided situations where tradition and custom could play
an important part in the life of military organizations.
While the Dining‑In tradition was accepted and implemented
at the commissioned level, the value of the association among unit members in a formal atmosphere was soon recognized at the
non‑commissioned level and adopted accordingly. In smaller units, where the number of assigned officers was not sufficient
to perpetuate the custom, establishment of the Dining‑In composed of both officer and enlisted members became acceptable
as a means for furthering the esprit de corps of the unit.
MENU
Tomato Juice
Tossed Green Salad
(Italian Dressing)
Sweet Pickles, Carrot Sticks
Swiss Steak with Jardinière Sauce
Fluffy Mashed Potatoes
Green Peas & Pearl Onions
Rolls
Butter
Sherbet
Coffee
Tea
AGENDA
1915--Lounge Opens. Refreshments.
1925--Hosts greet members and guests. Check seating chart.
1945--Lounge closes. Mr Vice rings the dinner chimes and group assembles in the dining
room. (Personnel remain standing behind chairs. The Smoking Lamp is out and all drinks and smokes should be disposed of before
entering.)
1950--The Mess is formally opened by the President with one rap of the gavel. The group remains
standing.
1951--Invocation by the Chaplain.
1952--Toasts.
President proposes a toast to the Colors. (Response: TO THE COLORS)
1953--President proposes a toast to the President. (Response: TO THE PRESIDENT)
1954--Mr Vice proposes a toast to the Chief of Staff of the Air Force. (Response: TO
THE CHIEF OF STAFF)
1955--Mr Vice proposes a toast to the State of Vermont. (Response: TO THE STATE OF VERMONT)
1956--President seats Mess. Welcoming remarks are made and the guests are introduced.
1958--Mr Vice proposes individual toasts to our Honored and Distinguished Guests. Members
stand, all guests remain seated. (Response: HEAR, HEAR)
President seats the Mess. Dinner is served (See NOTE). No smoking until the smoking lamp is lit.
President closes the Mess with two raps of the gavel for intermission. (Members will stand and await
the departure of the President and occupants of the Head Table.)
2100--Mr Vice rings the dinner chimes and reconvenes the Mess. (Members remain
standing behind chairs and the smoking lamp is out.)
2101--President reopens the Mess with one rap of the gavel and seats the group.
2102--Dessert and coffee is served.
2103--The President lights the smoking lamp. (SMOKING IS NOW PERMITTED.)
2105--President introduces Colonel Riley who will speak briefly to the group.
President introduces Guest Speaker.
2130--President thanks Guest Speaker. Mr Vice proposes toast to the Guest Speaker.
(Members Rise ‑ Response: HEAR, HEAR)
2132--Mr Vice proposes the final toast.
2133--Benediction by the Chaplain.
2134--Closing remarks by the President.
2135--The lounge is open for an evening of good fellowship and dancing.
NOTE:Subsequent to the serving of dinner and prior to intermission, informal toasts may be presented to
the President from the floor by any guest or member of the Mess.
President introduces Guest Speaker.
2130--President thanks Guest Speaker. Mr Vice proposes toast to the Guest Speaker.
(Members Rise ‑ Response: HEAR, HEAR)
2132--Mr Vice proposes the final toast.
2133--Benediction by the Chaplain.
2134--Closing remarks by the President.
2135--The lounge is open for an evening of good fellowship and dancing.
NOTE: Subsequent to the serving of dinner and prior to intermission,
informal toasts may be presented to the President from the floor by any guest or member of the Mess.
HONORED GUEST
Major General Reginald M. Cram was re‑elected Adjutant General of Vermont in February 1973 for
his fourth term, having first been elected in February 1967. He had previously worked in The Adjutant General's Office from
1938 until WWII, and again after the war as Asst USP&DO for Vermont until October 1947, when he accepted a regular
commission in the United States Air Force. He retired from the regular Air Force as a Colonel in June 1964, and was appointed
Deputy Adjutant General of Vermont 1 July 1964. He was Federally recognized as a Major General subsequent to his initial election
as Adjutant General.
Gen Crams military experience has been unusually varied. His career started in 1933 when he enlisted
in the 172d Infantry, Vermont National Guard. Subsequently, he had commissioned service in the Cavalry, Field Artillery,
Infantry and Air Corps. During WWII, he became an expert in aerial reconnaissance and air support of ground forces. From 1943
to 1945, he was assigned to the U. S. Marines for combat operations in the Pacific.
After entering the regular Air Force, General Cram became an international affairs specialist. Following
a three‑year assignment to the Directorate of Plans and Operations, Hq USAF, he became Secretary of the Canada‑United
States Regional Planning Group (NATO), under the aegis of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and worked on defense plans for North
America. In 1954, he was stationed in England as Director of Plans for the Third United States Air Force. A transfer to the
Supreme Headquarters, Allied Powers Europe, gave him two years with the highest NATO military headquarters. In 1957, General
Cram became Commander, Orientation Group, USAF, and broadened an existing information program to tell the story of the American
space program abroad. General Cram then returned for a second tour with the Joint Chiefs of Staff, first as a long range planner,
and then as a European politico‑military affairs specialist.
Gen Crams military education included the USAAF Intelligence School, Amphibious Warfare School, Army
Command and General Staff College, Armed Forces Staff College, and both Army and Air Force Special Weapons courses. He also
attended the State Department's Foreign Service Institute.
He was awarded the Air Medal by both the Air Force and the Navy. Among his other decorations and
awards are the Joint Commendation Medal, the Air Force Commendation Medal, the Army Commendation Medal, five Campaign Stars
and the Bronze Arrowhead.
He is married to the former Kathryn E. Mosher of Brattleboro. The Crams have two married daughters.
HONORED GUEST SPEAKER
Mr H. Keith Campbell, is a Real Estate Broker and the owner of Campbell Realty, Incorporated in St Albans.
He has been a businessman in St Albans for the past 21 years, and a leader in business, civic and local government organizations
as well as being active in family, church and school affairs.
Mr Campbell is the Alderman of Ward #4 in the City of St Albans and is the current Chairman of the Finance
Committee and a member of the Legislative Committee of the City Council. He is the former Chairman of the Public Safety
Committee. Mr Campbell is the leader in combating drug traffic in the St Albans area.
Mr Campbell is a member of the Vermont Cursillo and the Owl Club, and is a 4th Degree Knight in
the Knights of Columbus. He is a past President of the Kiwanis; past Americanism Chairman of the American Legion and
a former State Officer of the Knights of Columbus. He was the first Second Vice Commander of the Veterans of Foreign Wars
Post in St Albans when the Post was formed in 1946.
Mr Campbell served in the United States Navy during World War II and was attached to the Third Marine
Division. He was active in the Guam and Iwo Jima Campaigns, and was recalled to active duty for the Korean War.
DISTINGUISHED GUESTS
BRIG GEN PHILLIP A. ALLICON
COL WILLIAM H. RILEY
CAPT (CH) JOSEPH HAFFLY
THE HONORABLE JOSEPH C. MONTCALM
SPECIAL GUEST
CAPT BERNHARD R. PETT, JR
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