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Best Reunion Ever

The 2012 reunion was by far one of the most memorable. We started with a well organized registration process that included our first raffle for attendees, a fantastic dinner cruise on Friday night on the Mississippi River and pizza for others.

Saturday started with a fantastic breakfast in Aledo with the Legion and moved to Aledo's Central Park where the Mayor welcomed all the alumni and guest. with the aid and assistance of Aledo Main Street, activities moved from the Band Shell in Central Park, past the location of the RMA Memorial down to 2nd Street in front of the Armed Forces Memorial.

The VFW, City of Aledo, Fire Department and Police Department made the Cadets and guest very welcomed. The streets of Aledo were lined with American Flags and the VFW posted colors around their parking lot.

The VFW provided a rifle squad and color guard to accent the Flag Retirement Ceremonies. The APD Chaplin led us in a moment of silence while the AFD, placed chairs on 2nd Ave for everyone to sit and the City closed the street to traffic for RMA.

We had several speaker, including Ret. Col. Dave Lawson the last Commandant at RMA. The Flag Ceremony was outstanding and all the festivities were captured on video including Saturday nights entertainment.

Bag pipes were played by a former instructor from RMA and closed ceremonies with the cadet Drill off in the VFW parking lot.

Saturday night was memorable with the entertainment of a Teddy Roosevelt reprise who added elements of humor, history and 'feel good' experience. As usual, the dinner was first class and we all added a pound or two after this weekend. Everything is on video and will be available for sale in the near future.

Sunday started with a five star breakfast, RMA business and election on officers for 2012 - 2014.

If you missed the reunion, there will be an opportunity to experience the entire weekend on video..

Thanks to all that attended......................speak with you soon!!