...your National Commander," said Barton. will do my very best to serve you and carry on our mission of service and hope."

More than 3,000 delegates and their guests converged on the Hilton Chicago Hotel Aug. 12-15 to conduct the crucial business of the DAV, elect national officers, recognize those who support disabled veterans, establish the legislative priorities of the organization and expand their knowledge of the important issues affecting our nation's veterans.

In accepting the mantel as National Commander, Barton affirmed the DAV "is still a vital force in the lives of disabled veterans and their families."

"As I think about this new generation of Americans serving in Iraq, Afghanistan and all around the world, I am more convinced than ever that the DAV needs to be there for them, just as it was for you and me," said Barton. "By connecting with the new generation of disabled veterans, we will be able to grow well beyond our historic one million life-member mark."

"We will continue to build an even stronger, more active membership that truly is the very best veterans service organization on the face of the earth."

National Adjutant Arthur H. Wilson told the Board of Directors meeting on Aug. 11 that the DAV continues to be successful in its mission supporting disabled veterans and their families. "We're extremely proud of the outstanding year the DAV has had," Adjutant Wilson said. "We have spent more and more on service programs each year, thanks to our 1.3 million members nationwide for their continued support."

The colorful National Convention Business Sessions--from the red, white and blue of the opening ceremonies to the rainbow of colors of the National Order of Trench Rats robes to the brightly colored lights of the concluding presentation of National Officers--were filled with stirring moments of patriotism and vital information on the future for disabled veterans.

Contrasting the hard work during the day, evenings were filled with entertainment at the National Commander's reception, Fun Night with actor Gary Sinise and his Lt. Dan Band and the music of the Spectrum Singers at the Presentation of National Officers dinner.

Then-National Commander Paul W. Jackson opened the National Convention saying he reached an "important milestone" in his life...

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