Memories
Vilseck, Germany – From left to right: Command Sgt. Major Mark Morris, Ned Devereaux, Bill Clark and Col. James Blackburn display the new photo of St Mihiel American Military Cemetery. The photo was donated to 2SCR Museum by the 2d Cavalry Association. (U.S. Army photos by SPC. Jerry Wilson, 2SCR/PAO)(click photos to enlarge)
2d Stryker Cavalry Regiment
Public Affairs Office
Vilseck, Germany
Vilseck, Germany – The 2d Stryker Cavalry Regiment has long prided itself on its rich history, both in Germany and the United States. As the oldest continuously serving [mounted] regiment in the U.S. Army, 2SCR collected many artifacts over the years and in order to preserve this legacy will create the 2SCR Regimental Museum at its home station in Vilseck Germany. On Monday November 30, Retired Sergeant Maj. Ned Devereaux, a distinguished member of the 2d Cavalry Association, presented the Regiment a picture of St Mihiel American Military Cemetery in Thiaucourt, France.
“Only time will dim the memory of their deeds” is inscribed on the photo as a reminder of the sacrifice of those ‘Great War’ Troopers”, Devereaux explained. “The picture is just one reminder of our heritage as a Regiment.”
Devereaux expressed the significance of the photo as an addition to the museum’s collection.
“Most World War One veterans of the Regiment have long passed away of old age,” he said. “This may be the only reminder to Troopers of today the sacrifice made in 1917-1918 when we were the only mounted cavalry regiment who actually participated in battle.”
Devereaux, who served with 3rd Squadron in Amberg and then with 1st Squadron in Bindlach is the editor of the Association newsletter the Thoroughbred, and said the new museum is important for younger Troopers and their families.
“One part of the Regimental motto is “Remember Your Regiment”, and a museum is a wonderful tool to teach young Troopers and their family members of the tremendous heritage our Regiment has,” he said. “The museum is more than just a collection of historical ‘junk’, it is a living memory of the thousands of Troopers who have served since May 1836 when the Regiment was formed.”
The Regimental Museum is currently in the planning and renovation stages of development. The Regiment has hired Ryan Myer as the museum curator. The museum is intended to be a lasting reminder of the sacrifices of all Dragoons from the past as well as those who serve today.
Old Friends
Vilseck, Germany – The 75th 2SCR Regimental Commander Col. James Blackburn presents his coin to retired Sergeant Major .Ned Devereaux. Devereaux worked with Blackburn when he was a Lieutenant.
