American Civil War Game Club (ACWGC)

Gentlemen,

My apologies for the delay. I've been so wrapped up in the election of the next club president that I neglected to post a report on Cabinet activities for the month of September.

Come to think of it, that was the extent of the Cabinet activities for October - organizing for the Club President election. An election committee was appointed and the schedule for nominations, campaigning, and voting was published. Since then the election committee has been busy fielding questions and counting votes.

As this is apt to be my final report, I'll go ahead and share what the Cabinet has been doing in October as well:

First, seven promotions within the CSA ranks were voted on and approved unanimously. (Few, if any, promotion recommendations are ever voted against. The CoA's know who is eligible. The Cabinet approval is pretty much a formality, so the CoA's are accountable.)

Next, a revision to club rules is currently being discussed. More details on this will be released once the Cabinet has hashed it over.

That's it. The 'back room maneuvering' of the Good Ol' Boys is pretty quiet this month. Come to think of it, that's pretty much it every month. For the most part, things are pretty routine and there is little to report. I do realize some club members would prefer more details on the discussions. We don't keep official 'minutes'. A Cabinet member presents a recommendation to me, I present it to the Cabinet for discussion, and those who have input share it. Once I feel discussion has subsided I call for a vote. This is all done via e-mail. I doubt if anyone would think it necessary to post copies of those emails, so I just try to summarize the actions in my monthly reports here at the Tavern. Perhaps my successor will come up with a more transparent method of communicating Cabinet work - hopefully without inundating everyone with details. lol

Again, since this is my final monthly report, I want to take a moment to publicly thank all those who have served on the Cabinet with me over the past four years I've been serving as Club President. Most of them have had other duties above brigade command within their respective organizations, so Cabinet work was 'above and beyond the call of duty'. Often this extra duty involves little more than insuring club rules are followed, which is dull and monotonous but essential. I have appreciated the insights they have brought to this work and especially the reminders when I've dropped the ball. My hat is off to these gents - there is no way I could have done this by myself.

The polls close within a few hours. The election committee will tabulate all the votes tomorrow and, once any and all issues have been resolved, the results will be announced.

Before I turn over the keys to the private liquor cabinet in this office, however, I am opening up the bar for a final toast:

To everyone who has had a part in making this club the great place it is - which means all of you - Cheers!


Your humble servant,
Gen 'Dee Dubya' Mallory

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General 'Dee Dubya' Mallory

President Mallory: You will be missed, sir.

~ salute ~

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Gen. Walter, USA
The Blue Blitz

3/2/VIII Army of the Shenandoah
"... and keep moving on."

I concur with Walter. <salute>

By the way when do we get a chance to Roast you?

Thank you for your leadership and very significant contribution Sir. Your hard work is appreciated.

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General Stewart Stiles

Army of Northern Virginia

David,
Thank you for all your hard work and for all you have done for us over the last few years, and also for the dignified and gentlemanly way you have gone about your business. It is very much appreciated.

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General Antony Barlow
2/1/XX, Army of the Cumberland

David, you have been an excellent President. Your hard work will not go unnoticed in my Brigade and we will salute you with great respect on the Parade Ground as we pass. Stop in again as you pass by for some libation.

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Dave Danner
General
Commanding Cumberland Rifles, II Division, XV Corps
Army of the Tennessee
S = √ 30 x d x f + - e

Thanks very much for your work, David. It's been an essential contribution to our ability to enjoy these games.

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Gen. Matt Perrenod
The Blue Ghost
1/2/VIII Army of the Shenandoah
Superintendent, Union Military Academy

Mr. President Sir:

It was indeed a honor to have serve under your leadership. I would like to thank you for your hard work that you have done for the club. I will be looking forward to working with the new President but he will have some tall boots to fill.

Enjoy yourself Sir....you deserved it.

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Willie Tisdale

"The Gray Fox"
General
Chief of Armies - CSA

ACWGC Cabinet Member



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Abraham Lincoln
January 12, 1848.

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David,

Thank you for your steady hand at the helm and for your excellent service to the club!

Warmest regards,

John

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Sir,

The Army of Georgia's three fighting Corp salute you for your service to this club and to American Civil War game enthusiasts everywhere. We raise our flags in your honor.

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General Prax Swan
1/3/III ANV

Job well done DW!

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General Scott Ludwig
4/II/ANV