Ches-Gen-4 Posted March 26, 2016 Author Share #301 Posted March 26, 2016 - Dedicated to my Uncle Ches - General Ferdinand Joseph Chesarek United States ArmyFeb. 18, 1914 to Nov. 20, 1993 Link to post Share on other sites
Ches-Gen-4 Posted March 26, 2016 Author Share #302 Posted March 26, 2016 The brass ID plate! Thanks for looking! - Dedicated to my Uncle Ches - General Ferdinand Joseph Chesarek United States ArmyFeb. 18, 1914 to Nov. 20, 1993 Link to post Share on other sites
firefighter Posted March 26, 2016 Share #303 Posted March 26, 2016 Gorgeous. I like the case. And he looks all nice and tucked in. LoL! That is a Beautiful weapon. ASMIC #1098 Link to post Share on other sites
Ches-Gen-4 Posted March 26, 2016 Author Share #304 Posted March 26, 2016 Thanks for the complements. I think the olive drab looks good against the flat black Parkerized finish! - Dedicated to my Uncle Ches - General Ferdinand Joseph Chesarek United States ArmyFeb. 18, 1914 to Nov. 20, 1993 Link to post Share on other sites
firefighter Posted March 27, 2016 Share #305 Posted March 27, 2016 Thanks for the complements. I think the olive drab looks good against the flat black Parkerized finish! It does. Beautiful workmanship on the case. ASMIC #1098 Link to post Share on other sites
bertmedals Posted March 27, 2016 Share #306 Posted March 27, 2016 Stunning, Bob! That's one of the best if not THE best GO pistol displays I've seen. Dennis Dennis (Bertmedals) Collecting WWI AEF relics, artifacts, and memorabilia Link to post Share on other sites
Ches-Gen-4 Posted March 27, 2016 Author Share #307 Posted March 27, 2016 Stunning, Bob! That's one of the best if not THE best GO pistol displays I've seen. Dennis I appreciate that Dennis, thank you. A labor of love! - Dedicated to my Uncle Ches - General Ferdinand Joseph Chesarek United States ArmyFeb. 18, 1914 to Nov. 20, 1993 Link to post Share on other sites
Brian Dentino Posted March 28, 2016 Share #308 Posted March 28, 2016 Indeed, congratulations on finishing this beautiful presentation case. It is truly befitting this magnificent collection. That 03 is one of the nicest I have ever seen BTW! Always looking for 325th G.I.R. and WWII USMC items! Link to post Share on other sites
Ches-Gen-4 Posted October 31, 2016 Author Share #309 Posted October 31, 2016 Hi guys, Thought I'd bring this post back to life for those who haven't seen it before by adding a little display that I created to hold the Generals watch that he wore all through WWII and into Korea. It was made by the Crawford watch co. and believe it or not, still works and keeps perfect time. I had this watch just lying flat on a shelf in the cabinet but I felt that I could make something to hold it in a more presentable manner. The base is walnut and I added an original lapel device for the 28th field artillery of which my uncle was the commanding officer on the battle through the ETO. The bracket to hold the watch is made of stainless steel. As you can see, the watch shows the scars of war. Thanks for looking. Bob - Dedicated to my Uncle Ches - General Ferdinand Joseph Chesarek United States ArmyFeb. 18, 1914 to Nov. 20, 1993 Link to post Share on other sites
Ches-Gen-4 Posted October 31, 2016 Author Share #310 Posted October 31, 2016 Here is a close up of the face. - Dedicated to my Uncle Ches - General Ferdinand Joseph Chesarek United States ArmyFeb. 18, 1914 to Nov. 20, 1993 Link to post Share on other sites
sundance Posted October 31, 2016 Share #311 Posted October 31, 2016 Nice watch and a beautiful display stand. Can you buy a stand like that or did you make it or have it made? Link to post Share on other sites
firefighter Posted October 31, 2016 Share #312 Posted October 31, 2016 Awesome way to display the watch. If only it could also talk. ASMIC #1098 Link to post Share on other sites
Ches-Gen-4 Posted October 31, 2016 Author Share #313 Posted October 31, 2016 Nice watch and a beautiful display stand. Can you buy a stand like that or did you make it or have it made? Thanks for the complements. I hand made the stand. Bob - Dedicated to my Uncle Ches - General Ferdinand Joseph Chesarek United States ArmyFeb. 18, 1914 to Nov. 20, 1993 Link to post Share on other sites
Ches-Gen-4 Posted October 31, 2016 Author Share #314 Posted October 31, 2016 Awesome way to display the watch. If only it could also talk. Boy you can say that again! That watch was worn in the Battle of the Bulge and the Ruhr Pocket battle. That watch was on his wrist when he was wounded by German artillery shrapnel and on his wrist as he received his Silver Star too. Thanks Firefighter! - Dedicated to my Uncle Ches - General Ferdinand Joseph Chesarek United States ArmyFeb. 18, 1914 to Nov. 20, 1993 Link to post Share on other sites
firefighter Posted October 31, 2016 Share #315 Posted October 31, 2016 Boy you can say that again! That watch was worn in the Battle of the Bulge and the Ruhr Pocket battle. That watch was on his wrist when he was wounded by German artillery shrapnel and on his wrist as he received his Silver Star too. Thanks Firefighter! Amazing!! You're doing an excellent job keeping his memory and legacy alive. ASMIC #1098 Link to post Share on other sites
Ches-Gen-4 Posted November 16, 2016 Author Share #316 Posted November 16, 2016 General F. J. Chesarek is Inducted into the AMC Hall of Fame! I am way behind in posting this information about the honor that was bestowed on my Uncle early this spring. Back in Feburary, I was invited to a ceremony that was to be held at the Redstone Aresonal in Alabama on March 14. This was the second time that past commanders of the AMC were honored for their accomplishments while in command of the Army Materiel Command. General Chesarek was the AMC Commander from March 10, 1969 until Oct. 31, 1970. This photo shows the current headquarters of the AMC. There was to be a total of six past commanders to be inducted. General Chesarek was first to be commended. Upon arrival at the AMC headquarters, I had an opportunity to meet the current commanding general, General Dennis L. Via (shown below). At the ceremony we were given a history of the U.S. Army Material Command Hall of Fame, then General Via took the podium and gave his remarks. He talked about the respect he had for the men and women of the Army that led the way to where the AMC is today. He spoke with the conviction and authority of a soldier who had made it to the top, a been there done that officer of the high command. He said "Their exceptional leadership is why we're here today. The work of these extraordinary commanders who made lifelong achievements is part of a foundation to ensure AMC stays ahead in the past, present and future. I am humbled and honored to induct this class into the 2016 Hall of Fame." He ended his comments with the motto "Army Strong"! - Dedicated to my Uncle Ches - General Ferdinand Joseph Chesarek United States ArmyFeb. 18, 1914 to Nov. 20, 1993 Link to post Share on other sites
Ches-Gen-4 Posted November 16, 2016 Author Share #317 Posted November 16, 2016 Below is the inside of the program given at the event. - Dedicated to my Uncle Ches - General Ferdinand Joseph Chesarek United States ArmyFeb. 18, 1914 to Nov. 20, 1993 Link to post Share on other sites
Ches-Gen-4 Posted November 16, 2016 Author Share #318 Posted November 16, 2016 Here is the cover of the program. And a nice document that was awaiting me in my hotel room. - Dedicated to my Uncle Ches - General Ferdinand Joseph Chesarek United States ArmyFeb. 18, 1914 to Nov. 20, 1993 Link to post Share on other sites
Ches-Gen-4 Posted November 16, 2016 Author Share #319 Posted November 16, 2016 Shown below are the medals and plaques that were given to the inductee's or their family representatives. - Dedicated to my Uncle Ches - General Ferdinand Joseph Chesarek United States ArmyFeb. 18, 1914 to Nov. 20, 1993 Link to post Share on other sites
Ches-Gen-4 Posted November 16, 2016 Author Share #320 Posted November 16, 2016 Back home the medalion was added to the Generals dress whites. And the plaque was added to the wall of remembrance. - Dedicated to my Uncle Ches - General Ferdinand Joseph Chesarek United States ArmyFeb. 18, 1914 to Nov. 20, 1993 Link to post Share on other sites
Ches-Gen-4 Posted November 16, 2016 Author Share #321 Posted November 16, 2016 Lastly is a photo of my Uncle, General Chesarek on the day he was promoted to Commanding General of the AMC in 1969. Thanks for looking, Bob - Dedicated to my Uncle Ches - General Ferdinand Joseph Chesarek United States ArmyFeb. 18, 1914 to Nov. 20, 1993 Link to post Share on other sites
uniformcollector Posted November 16, 2016 Share #322 Posted November 16, 2016 That's wonderful! What a fitting tribute to a deserving man. Will Twomey In Honor of: USA General John Wickham (1928-) USAF Colonel Bernie Fisher MOH (1927-2014) USMC Sergeant Al De Vito (Chosin Reservoir Survivor) (1926-) USA Cpl. Macedonio Leyba (Bataan Death March survivor) (1917-2007) Link to post Share on other sites
firefighter Posted November 16, 2016 Share #323 Posted November 16, 2016 Amazing!! Quite a legacy you are keeping alive. ASMIC #1098 Link to post Share on other sites
Ches-Gen-4 Posted November 17, 2016 Author Share #324 Posted November 17, 2016 Thank you guys, I always appreciate the complements. Bob - Dedicated to my Uncle Ches - General Ferdinand Joseph Chesarek United States ArmyFeb. 18, 1914 to Nov. 20, 1993 Link to post Share on other sites
Old Marine Posted November 17, 2016 Share #325 Posted November 17, 2016 Bob, this is fantastic. Your Uncle was quite a soldier and you are doing a great job preserving his service and memory. Thank you for taking the time to post all this and letting us get a look at these pieces of his amazing career. Also the craftsmanship and skill you display in creating that pistol display box and the watch display are top notch! Thanks Dennis Link to post Share on other sites
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