Message from Chairman, US Chapter, on Gen Shalikashvili's Funeral Ceremony

Folks,

I had the honor of attending the funeral ceremony for General Shalikashvili on Friday, 7 October. It was a wonderful tribute. There were "legions" of service members in formation outside the Memorial Chapel at Ft. Myer. They later accompanied the flag-draped casket to the interment site.

The ceremony itself was attended by many notables from Gen. Shali's illustrious career. They included former President Bill Clinton and Secretary of State Madeleine Albright, both of whom spoke. Others included Gen. Colin Powell, former SACEURS Joulwan and Ralston, current and former Chairmen of the Joint Chiefs and numerous other high ranking current and retired officers and civilians. Also well represented were several NATO defense attaches. While being a very solemn event it was also a fine tribute to a former President of SOA.

Jack

John J. Haas, PhD

Chairman, US Chapter

SHAPE Officers Association

200 12th Street South, Suite 600

Arlington, VA 22202-4304

Tele: 703.699.0746

Fax: 703.604.1733

Email: john.haas.ctr@jsf.mil