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| MILITARY INTELLIGENCE 50th ANNIVERSARY JUNE 28 - 29, 2012 at FORT HUACHUCA, ARIZONA SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES The Military Intelligence Branch will be celebrating its 50th Anniversary June 28 – 29, 2012 at Fort Huachuca, Arizona. The branch traces its origin to General Washington’s formation of Knowlton’s Rangers in 1776. Military Intelligence was established as a branch in the Army on July 1, 1962. The 50th Anniversary will consist of an organization day, recognition luncheon, commemorative ceremony, and a reception. Participants will include past and present senior leadership, retirees, veterans, civilians, and contractors from organizations across the Army Intelligence Community. Presentations will include an original oil painting, “The Birth of American Intelligence”, by Mark Wolfe, expanded and rededicated insignia displays tracing the origin of symbols from Word War I to our current branch and regimental Insignia. This is your chance to make this event possible through sponsorship, promoting your company and logo as a sponsor. BENEFITS OF SPONSORSHIP The US Army Intelligence Center of Excellence (USAICoE) and Military Intelligence Corps Association (MICA) are co-hosting a luncheon to recognize the individuals and organizations that sponsor the events of the 50th Anniversary of Military Intelligence Branch. Based on sponsorship investment from $500 to $5,000: your company name and logo will be displayed at events over the 2 days, and you will receive: • Tickets to the luncheon and ceremony • Invitations to a special reception following the ceremony • Signed and personalized, framed or unframed print of “The Birth of American Intelligence” by Marc Wolfe • Special commemorative coin It’s a great way to be a part of it all and to support Military Intelligence Soldiers while promoting your organization. Screens at events will display your company logo identifying your firm as a sponsor. You can customize the feature with a message from your company. Your sponsorship supports the creation of the original oil painting and production of a limited edition commemorative print, “The Birth of American Intelligence”; the production of a special edition 50th Anniversary coin; the luncheon, ceremony, and reception; organization day events; and the expansion and building of displays for distinguished unit insignia, shoulder sleeve insignia and branch insignia representing the proud heritage of Military Intelligence. Come join us for this momentous occasion and events June 28 – 29, 2012 to celebrate our first 50 years. This is your opportunity to participate, as part of the Military Intelligence family, in a historic event showing your support for the MI soldier. CHOOSE YOUR SPONSORSHIP LEVEL . CLICK HERE FOR PDF FORM TO MAIL OR FAX. CLICK THE APPROPRIATE "BUY" BELOW TO PAY ONLINE . BUY - $500 - BRONZE Includes: Framed Certificate, Ceremony Seat for 1 to 6 people, Invitation to Lunch and Ceremony, and a Commemorative Coin for 1 BUY - $1,000 – SILVER Includes: Framed Certificate, Signed Commemorative Print, Invitation to Lunch and Ceremony, and Commemorative Coins for 2 BUY - $2,000 – SILVER PLUS Includes: Framed Certificate, Signed Commemorative Print, Commemorative Branch Insignia Print, Invitation to Lunch and Ceremony, and Commemorative Coins for 3 BUY - $3,000 – GOLD Includes: Framed Certificate, Ceremony Seat for 1 to 6, Personalized Commemorative Print, Invitation for 2 to Reception, Invitation Lunch and Ceremony, and Commemorative Coins for 4 BUY - $4,000 – GOLD PLUS Includes: Framed Certificate, Ceremony Seat for 1 to 6, Framed and Personalized Print, 1 – Commemorative Branch Insignia Print, Invitation to Lunch and Ceremony, and Commemorative Coins for 5 BUY - $5,000 – PLATINUM Includes: Framed Commemorative Print, Ceremony Seat for 1 to 6, Framed and Personalized Print, Invitation for 2 to Reception, Invitation to Lunch and Ceremony, and Commemorative Coins for 6 What Do We Know About MI Branch Insignia? In 1917 Army interpreters adopted the Sphinx Head insignia used by French Army interpreters since Napoleonic times. Enlisted personnel for Corps of Interpreters wore the “INT” while Corps of Intelligence Police used the “IP” collar disks from 1917 until 1921. Our first branch colors were green and white. The Military Intelligence Branch (USAR) branch insignia, a sphinx on a shield, was authorized on July 30, 1923. The branch colors were golden yellow and purple. The Army Security Branch (USAR) authorized branch insignia, with cross-keys & lightning bolt, was approved on February 1, 1954. Branch colors were teal and white. On July 1, 1962, GO 38, created Military Intelligence as a professional branch merging the two Army Reserve branches to form the Army Intelligence and Security Branch, which was re-designated to 1967 as the Military Intelligence Branch. Branch colors are oriental blue and silver gray. The gold of the insignia signifies successful mission accomplishment and the dark blue reflects vigilance and loyalty, while the sun represents the ability to see, the compass symbolizes the worldwide mission, the rose is the symbol of secrecy, and the dagger alludes to the danger of the mission. The Military Intelligence Regimental Insignia was approved for wear July 1, 1987. The birthday of Military Intelligence is July, 1962. MILITARY INTELLIGENCE HERO Thomas Knowlton was born November 22, 1740. He joined the Connecticut Militia in 1757 serving in the French and Indian War with John Durkee, and Israel Putnam. In 1775 he would again answer the call to arms with the start of the American Revolution. His leadership and courage on the battlefield at Bunker Hill impressed and reshaped the thinking of the British General William Howe about the quality and skills of the American soldier. He was known for his solid judgment, courage under fire, being instinctively clever, and having firmness and presence of mind in the face of danger. On September 1, 1776 he was selected by General Washington to form a ranger unit of 130 men, known as Knowlton’s Rangers. Captain Nathan Hale would join the ranks of the rangers and on September 12, 1776 would answer General Washington’s call to go behind British lines to identify General Howe’s military intentions. Military Intelligence recognizes Lieutenant Colonel Thomas Knowlton as one of its early leaders for his repeated bravery in action for during the Revolutionary War. The Military Intelligence Corps Association designated LTC Knowlton as the MI Hero and named its distinguished professional award after him. The Knowlton Award recognizes individuals, who contribute significantly to the promotion of Army Intelligence. |
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