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125th Anniversay Presidents' Day Gathering at Faneuil Hall

Hosted by the Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company of Massachusetts and officiated by Major Michael J. Downing, the Captain Commanding of the company, this event marks the 125th Anniversary of the company serving as the Honorary Escort to the President of the United States on the dedication of the Washington Monument in February 1885. Rear Admiral Nimmich addressed members of the company and distinguished guests from local and surrounding communities.

Numerous timely current issues of discussion were raised including the USCG relief efforts in Haiti and rescuing US personnel from the embassy and control of air-naval traffic and emigration; efforts to assist in Somali pirate interdiction; and LNG delivery issues in Boston. The Admiral stressed the need for a long term solutions such as more remote delivery terminal. He must enforce the law and keep maritime commerce open and flowing.

The Ancient & Honorable Artillery Company was Chartered by the Great and General Court of Massachusetts and Governor Winthrop in 1638 to train gentlemen as officers for the Massachusetts Militia, a role which the Company fulfilled until 1912. In addition the Company has served as a ceremonial unit for the Governor and the City of Boston; and as a patriotic, fraternal organization. The Company has been headquartered at Faneuil Hall since 1745. Today's members include distinguished professionals, businessmen, clerics, serving and retired military officers, including two Medal of Honor recipients; patriots all. Over the centuries the roll reads as a who's who of Massachusetts history including President John F. Kennedy, President Calvin Coolidge, patriot William Dawes, MG Benjamin Lincoln, Senator Leverett Saltonstall and James Michael Curley, Christian Herter. The Company also operates a unique military museum on the 4th Floor of Faneuil Hall open Monday thru Friday 9 AM until 3 PM.

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Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company of Massachusetts: www.ahac.us.com
617 227 1638
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