34th Infantry Division Association - Commander’s Own Chapter

08/21/2026

Congratulations to the 34ID Associations own COL(P) Chip Rankin on his selection to Brigadier General. The promotion is being planned in conjunction with the 79th Annual 34IDA Reunion coming up October 2-3 at Camp Ripley.

08/20/2026

A review of the 34ID Association American Whiskey.

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08/19/2026

We had a great chapter meeting at the 34ID Headquarters last night. After a short meeting to take care of business, we had an informative and timely presentation on the 1-168IN deployment to OIR and Operation Epic Fury by the Battalion Commander.

08/16/2026

Let’s pray that the withdrawal from Iraq is well planned, executed and uneventful.

NEW: After more than two decades, the last U.S. troops are set to leave Iraq.

Officials confirm American forces will withdraw by Sept. 30, bringing the U.S. military presence that began with the 2003 invasion to an end.

Iraq's prime minister calls the deadline "fixed and final," declaring that Oct. 1 will mark a new chapter with the country "free of any foreign military presence."

The withdrawal follows a 2024 agreement between Washington and Baghdad to wind down the U.S.-led coalition's mission against ISIS as Iraqi forces take greater responsibility for the country's security.

08/16/2026

The 34ID monument at the Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery Little Falls served as part of the backdrop for the speakers during a memorial service to honor those who died in Benghazi. The mother of one of the Navy Seals participated in the event.

08/15/2026

For all those who have participated in the Partnership for Peace program with Croatia and would like to help the Minnesota Military and Veterans Museum with a display.

Croatians are coming to town, and we would like to build a Croatian/Minnesotan exhibit. Do you have any souvenirs, publications, documents, etc. to share? Croatian forces have partnered with the Minnesota National Guard for many years as part of the national State Partnership Program.

08/08/2026

Congratulations to the 34ID Associations own MG(R) Lang on being recognized for his volunteerism. It serves as a good reminder for all of us to improve our communities by volunteering to the level we can for causes we believe in.

08/08/2026

We honor those wounded while defending our country.

08/07/2026

Outstanding job!

08/06/2026

A sad day to see the old museum close up after so many years of supporting Minnesota history, but a happy day for the reason, a new facility that better showcases the rich military and veteran history of Minnesota. We are looking forward to the new facility opening September 12th.

Your old museum is now permanently closed. Progress continues on your new museum and library, which will open in September. The archive remains open daily by appointment. Details at www.MnVetMuseum.org.