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RANGER CHECKPOINT

July 2025

Editor: Molly Stringham

A Message from the Chairman

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Everyone of you volunteered at least twice; first to join our Army and second to attend the Ranger Course; some of you more! Thank you for your service to our nation and our community.

Last month your Ranger Memorial Foundation Board welcomed our newest board member to the team, CSM (Retired) Tom Siter. No stranger to Fort Benning or the community, we are proud to have him and his expertise on board helping us guide the foundation into the future.

Last month we also had the privilege of awarding scholarships totaling $50,000 to sixty-six deserving Rangers and their family members. Thank you to all those donors who make it possible for us to do this every year.

As we look forward to the future, during the week of 17-21 November, we are proud to announce that in partnership with the National Infantry Association, we are hosting the 55^th and final Sontay Raider Reunion. A special event to honor the legacy of the Sontay Raiders and commemorate one of the very special events in our shared history.

This reunion also recognizes the contributions of MACV-SOG, MIKE Force, Operation Tailwind, the Battle of Lang Vei, POWs, the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War’s end, and celebrates the 250th Anniversary of the U.S. Army’s founding.

We look forward to seeing you there as we celebrate these heroes’ accomplishments.

Rangers Lead The Way!

Larry Burris

Brigadier General, US Army (Retired)

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Meet Jake—one of this year’s recipients of the Kenneth C. Leuer / Joseph S. Stringham National Ranger Memorial Scholarship. His story is a powerful reminder of why this scholarship matters.

Please consider supporting our scholarship fund so we can continue helping more Rangers and their family members pursue their educational goals. Every donation makes a difference.

Make a gift today: Link

Thank you for standing with us—and with them.

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🎉 Congratulations to Our Colt 1911 Raffle Winner!

We’re excited to announce that Thomas Blue is the winner of our Colt 1911 raffle!

Congratulations, Thomas!

Thank you to everyone who participated — your support makes a real difference. Just yesterday, the National Ranger Memorial Foundation awarded $50,000 in college scholarships to 66 Rangers and their family members nationwide. Your generosity helps make that possible.

A special thank you to Alan’s Armory in Cataula, GA for assisting with the firearm transfer, and to our valued sponsor, Colt, for their continued support.

🎥 Watch the live drawing held on Friday, June 27th here:

The National Ranger Memorial Foundation is thrilled to welcome Bob English- State Farm, as our newest sponsor!

We want to thank all our valued ongoing sponsors. Their support, along with the unwavering dedication of the Ranger community, is vital to our mission. We deeply appreciate your continued support.

If you or someone you know is interested in joining our efforts, please contact Blair Brown at (706) 687-0906 or blair@rangermemorial.org

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2025 Ranger Hall of Fame Commemorative Coin — Pre-Order Now

A few weeks ago, we stood in awe as the newest Rangers took their place in the Ranger Hall of Fame. To honor their legacy, the National Ranger Memorial Foundation has struck a limited-edition commemorative coin bearing the Foundation crest on the front and the inductees’ names on the reverse. Only a small run is being minted, and once they’re gone, they’re gone.

Why you’ll want one:

✔️ True collector’s piece — precision-crafted to Ranger standards.

✔️ Supports the National Ranger Memorial Foundation’s mission to preserve and honor Ranger history.

✔️ Just $25 during this pre-order window.

Pre-ordering today guarantees your coin ships as soon as the minting is complete — no waiting lists, no wondering if you’ll miss out. Quantities are strictly limited, so act fast.

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Rangers Lead the Way — own a piece of that legacy before the last coin is spoken for.

We'll begin a new engraving and stone placement in the Fall! If you'd like to recognize a special Ranger, past or present, click below to place your order.

Purchase a Stone

Already have a stone at the Ranger Memorial? Check out our

Commemorative Framed Stone/Coin/Ranger Memorial Picture &

Desktop Stone Replica

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From Around Our Ranger & Army Communities:

Congratulations to RangeOars Row for rowing an astounding 2,800 miles in just over 35 days! In its mission to bring awareness to Veteran suicide, the team became the first all-American, Veteran group to complete the mid-Pacific route. From Monterey, California to Hanalei Bay, Hawaii, 100% and then some! Rangers Lead The Way!

View VAC's full calendar here: veteransactioncommittee.org/full-calendar

Anything going on in your area that you'd like to share? Send details to Blair@RangerMemorial.org or Molly@RangerMemorial.org, and we'll do our best to announce it in next the Ranger Checkpoint.

Our mission at the National Ranger Memorial Foundation is clear – to honor and support Rangers and their families. Through the establishment and preservation of the National Ranger Monument, we aim to provide a tangible testament to the Rangers’ sacrifices and contributions. And our commitment extends beyond the monument itself; we strive to support Rangers and their families in other ways, including scholarships and other projects. It is through this mission that we hope to preserve the legacy of our Nation’s Rangers, ensuring their bravery and dedication are not forgotten. Please consider making a tax-deductible donation today:

Ranger Memorial Scholarship and Preservation Fund

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