Dixie Crow AOC - GA

08/07/2026

Dixie Crow Chapter Memorial Day
Andersonville Historic Site
23 May 2026

The Dixie Crow Chapter was delighted to be called upon once again to prepare and provide lunch for the 300+ Scouts and volunteers at the Andersonville Historic Site on Saturday, 23 May of Memorial Day weekend once the posting of American flags on all the grave markers was complete. The Dixie Crow Chapter food crew prepared grilled hot dogs, baked beans, chips (donated by Frito Lay), snacks & cookies and drinks. We are truly grateful to have the opportunity to support the Scouts and Park Rangers while honoring our Veterans who have sacrificed so much for this great nation and our freedom.

We had an outstanding crew of Dixie Crows to assist with flag placement, food preparation and event hospitality: Ken & Lisa Cirilli along with grandsons Cole & Leyton, Rod & Robyn Brooks, Betsy & Lenwood Moore and niece Annie, Mike Callaway, Scott McGuffin, Adam Delestowicz, John Lewis, Mark & Martha Leslein, Jim, Girlie, Robbie and Daniel Gordon, Debbie Koenig, Dallas Hathaway, Mike Hopf, Barrett Batten and Alexi Zanders – Thank you all!!!!

This Memorial Day we pause to remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice to defend our freedoms. Their courage ensured that we continue to live in a nation defined by liberty and justice.

As we gather with family and friends, let us reflect on the impact of their service. Their legacy lives on in the values we uphold and the opportunities we cherish.May this day serve as a reminder of the debt we owe to those who have given all. Let us honor their memory by striving to build a future worthy of their sacrifice.

Thank you, Dixie Crows, for all you do!!!

08/07/2026

Fallen Crow
CMSgt Howard E. Smith – 20 April 1934 - 6 May 2026

Howard retired from the Department of Defense – Robins Air Force Base as the Electronic Combat International Security Assistance Program (ECISAP) – FMS New Business/Case Development Lead.

Upon graduation from WVU Howard served in the Air National Guard as a Lieutenant; After one year transferred to the Air Force Reserves then RIF’ed in 1958 and Enlisted in the US Air Force 3 days later – retiring CMSGT Howard E. Smith.

Howard began his undergraduate degree at age 16 attending West Virginia University graduating at age 20.

07/04/2026

Happy 250th Anniversary, America! 🇺🇲

We are proud to contribute to the continued support and missions of the US Military and Warfighters of this Great Nation!

God Bless the USA!

05/25/2026

Hi! I am one of the Rangers at Andersonville National Historic Site, if you guys could help spread the word, due to the severe weather conditions last night, many of the American flags have fallen in the National Cemetery. We’re asking for help if anyone is able to come volunteer to help respectfully reset the flags with us!

04/14/2026

In the news!
https://www.facebook.com/share/1B6bRZ72RW/

: Ukrainian Electronic Warfare Systems Deployed Against Shahed Drones in Middle East https://buff.ly/3o9yawk

04/06/2026

We encourgage you to "Purple Up! For Military Kids" day is officially recognized on April 15th annually, as part of the Month of the Military Child. People across the nation wear purple to represent the combined colors of all five military branches, showing support for military-connected children's strength and sacrifices.

When: April 15, 2026, is the designated date for schools, organizations, and communities to wear purple.

Significance: Purple symbolizes the joint colors of all branches: Army green, Marine Corps red, and Air Force/Navy/Coast

03/25/2026

The 50th Dixie Crow Symposium Exhibitor Expo and Reception @ the Museum of Aviation- Century of Flight!

Thanks to all of the Sponsors for making this event possible! Donations support STEM education and secondary education scholarships!

03/25/2026

Some candid shots of the 50th Dixie Crow Symposium Welcome Reception @ Rigby's Conference Center!

03/24/2026