Following Information Below:
THE ALAMO CHAPTER WELCOMES THE 63RD ANNUAL1ST MARINE DIVISION ASSOCIATION REUNION
AUGUST 23-29, 2010
It has taken us 13 years but it is time to WELCOME you back to San Antonio. Join us at the El Tropicana Hotel on the famous San Antonio River Walk. Enjoy our unique city and the historic Alamo.
The Alamo Chapter will be working with Armed Forces Reunions Incorporated (AFR) as our Reunion Organizer and Planner. AFR is providing pre-planning, pre-registration, on-site management and reunion tours. More information to follow in the next OBN. We are in good hands!
PLANNED ACTIVITIES:
NATIONAL MUSEUM OF THE PACIFIC WAR
Enjoy a scenic ride to Fredericksburg to tour the National Museum of the Pacific War which is dedicated to everyone who served in the Pacific under Admiral Nimitz. The Museum includes over 34,000 square feet of indoor exhibit space including the George Bush Gallery, Admiral Nimitz Museum, Plaza of Presidents, Veterans’ Walk of Honor, Japanese Garden of Peace, Pacific Combat Zone, and the Nimitz Education and Research Center. A 43,000 square foot expansion is new in 2010! Explore the impressive display of Allied and Japanese aircraft, tanks, guns and other artifacts made famous during the Pacific War campaigns and enjoy lunch at one of several restaurants or delis located on Fredericksburg's downtown Main Street. There is shopping nearby on Main Street for those interested.
CITY TOUR
From the earliest Spanish Missionaries in 1691 to today’s traveler, San Antonio’s appeal continues to draw attention. Relax and enjoy a fully narrated tour of San Antonio’s unique blend of rich heritage, traditions and natural beauty. Points of interest include stops at the San Jose Mission which is still an active church and is part of the National Park service, the largest of the missions; the Alamo, the city’s first mission; San Fernando Cathedral, the original church of the Canary Island settlers. From there you’ll enjoy some time at the San Antonio River Walk. Enjoy lunch on your own, possibly at Casa Rio, the first Mexican Restaurant on the River Walk. Its beautiful location and colorful umbrellas have come to symbolize the serenity and romance of the San Antonio River Walk. Enjoy shopping in the many shops or at the Rivercenter Mall. Consider boarding a barge for a cruise down the river (fee to be paid by the individual). At least two shuttle times will be offered, based on your hotel location.
MARICHI CONCERT
Even better than 1997!!
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS:
Historic Ft. Sam Houston, home of the 5th Army.
Explore the San Antonio River and downtown by boat from the hotel.
Visit the Institute of Texan Cultures on the site of the 1968 HemisFair.
Buckhorn Saloon and El Mercado (Mexican Market).
Sea World of Texas
Fiesta Texas
YOU WILL BE ABLE TO: REGISTER ONLINE AND PAY BY CREDIT CARD!
Information will be on line soon and in the next issue of the Old Breed
2010 Registration Form link below:
Hotel Registration Form link below:
2010 Reunion Schedule of Events link below:
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