As reenactors get ready to close out the 2016 season, Birney’s Division will be seeing some staff rotations. Colonel Bill Taylor temporarily stepped into the role of the 1st Battalion Commander last year until a full-time candidate could be appointed. Colonel Taylor has made his recommendation to General Maffei with regard to the new commander and will be transitioning out of the post as of this date. All members of Birney’s Division wish Colonel Taylor the best and thank him for his service to the reenacting community. Keep an eye out for the Colonel as I am sure he will come and spend time around our fires as his schedule permits.
On behalf of Birney’s Division Commanding General Michael Maffei, we are pleased to announce that Lt. Col. Rick Bouwhuis has been assigned to serve as the Commander of 1st Battalion with a promotion to the rank of Colonel. Rick has been active in Birney’s Division for some years and in a variety of capacities. As a retired Air Force Master Sergeant, his leadership and organizational skills will be a great addition to the Birney’s Division command team.
General Maffei and Colonel Bouwhuis will be announcing several 1st Battalion staff appointments before the end of the year.
Congratulations Colonel!
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