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TILLMAN E. BEIKES


INDIANAPOLIS ALL AIRBORNE

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All Airborne qualified are welcome!

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INDIANAPOLIS ALL AIRBORNE

Founded in 1948 as the Indianapolis Chapter by WWII Glider men and Paratroopers
from the 82nd Airborne Division. The chapter was renamed the Tillman E. Beikes
Indianapolis Chapter in 1979 to honor Till’s loyalty, dedication and service to
the chapter of over thirty years. August 2009 marked the 20th Anniversary of his
passing.


A MESSAGE FROM OUR CHAPTER

Welcome to the T.E. Beikes-Indianapolis All-Airborne Chapter of the 82nd
Airborne Division Association. Active Duty and Veteran personnel that are
qualified to wear the Airborne Wings are welcome to join our chapter, regardless
of which unit you may have served.  Join today with the link at the bottom of
the page as we continue to develop the common bond between paratroopers of all
eras and honor the memory of those that have died in the service of our country.

 

Doors are Open, Green Light is On, Canopy is Full, No Need to Slip, Feet and
Knees Together, Prepare to Land!

 

Airborne, All The Way!

 

 



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We participate in the Veterans Day parade in Downtown Indianapolis annually.

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CHAPTER OFFICERS

Officers


MIKE MULLINS


CHAIRMAN


PAUL LEITER


VICE CHAIRMAN


LARRY MARCUM


SECRETARY


GEORGE HUGHES II


TREASURER


GARY PITCOCK


CHAPLAIN


SCOTT JENSEN


SERGEANT-AT-ARMS


FRED SPAULDING


TRUSTEE


GARY COVEY


TRUSTEE/NATIONAL PRESIDENT


JUSTIN HOLMES


TRUSTEE

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INDIANAPOLIS IS HOME TO THE ONLY ACTIVE CHAPTER IN THE STATE OF INDIANA.


WHO MAY JOIN?

Any person who has been assigned or attached, by competent order, to the 82nd
Infantry or 82nd Airborne Division (whether or not they are parachute or glider
qualified), served in parachute or glider status with any other recognized
Airborne unit (must be authorized to wear parachute or glider qualification
badges), or R.O.T.C. cadet who successfully completed Airborne School is
eligible for membership in this Association and Chapter.


WHY SHOULD I JOIN?

The Association exists to further develop the bond between current and past
Airborne forces of the U.S. Military. To maintain a record of the history and
accomplishments of Airborne Troopers. To maintain a close liaison with the
active Division. To provide scholarships through the Association Educational
Fund to recently released veterans and children of "All American" veteran and
active duty members of the Association ($127,600 was awarded for 2016). Truth
is, very few are those who do not cherish their memories and friendships from
the military service. By joining, you may get in touch with old friends, forge
new friendships, and simply be around people who truly understand your past
experience.


HOW DO I JOIN?

Please complete our online application for membership.

 

NOTE: New Members must include proof of Glider or Airborne qualifications or
service with the 82nd Airborne Division. A copy of your DD Form 214 is the
preferred proof.  Redacted documents are acceptable for security.

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EVENTS


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CHAPTER MEETINGS

Chapter Meetings are held the 4th Saturday of every month at 10:00 a.m. (check
our Facebook to confirm as schedule varies around holidays and events)

VFW 7119

6525 Lee Road

Lawrence, IN  46236


NATIONAL EVENTS

Our Chapter members attend National events annually to include All American Week
and the Annual Convention.  Please view the events page of their website for
schedules, registration and additional information.



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Our members during their time in service

TILLMAN E. BEIKES

1948

ALAN ROSS

1959

ALAN ROSS

1960

BILL RAVELLETTE

1972

BOB MILLER

1954

BRUCE RITTER

1943

CLETUS SLABACH

1992

BRUCE RITTER

1944

DALE GILLESPIE

1943

DAVID MYERS

FT. BRAGG

DICK MOTE

FRANCE 1945

DICK POE

1953

FRED SPAULDING

1965

GARY COVEY

1972

GEORGE HUGHES II

 

HARRY THOMPSON

1959

HARRY THOMPSON

1959

HOWARD WILLIAMS

1940

HUGH WALLIS

HOLLAND, 1944

JAMES CROSBIE

1942

JEFF MOORE

1994

JOHN KEMP

FT. BRAGG

JOHN MEEKS

1942

JUSTIN HOLMES

1998

MELVIN BIDDLE

WWII, MOH

MELVIN BIDDLE

WWII, MOH

MARION THOMPSON

1963

RICHARD LANDIS

1946

RICK HENKE

1991

ROBERT NEWHART

1943

SANTIAGO TIJERINA, JR.

TRAINING EXERCISE MAY 1990

STEPHEN ALLISON

POST JUMP SCHOOL

TED GAINES

1964

WILBUR SLABACH

 

WILLIAM TUGGLE

1953


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VFW 7119

6525 Lee Road

Lawrence, IN  46236

 

 



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