Photos and Story by 2nd Lt Rebecca Tulloch
Fox Valley Composite Squadron
Civil Air Patrol Fox Valley Composite Squadron IL-274 celebrated 65 years in the Fox River Valley region of Illinois 25 miles west of Chicago by installing a new commander, 1st Lt Bob Gerber. 1st Lt Gerber received the CAP flag symbolizing the beginning of his command service to the squadron.
Attending the traditional, “Change of Command” ceremony was State Representative Randy Ramey of the 55th IL State Representative District and Mayor Donald DeWitte of the City of St. Charles.
Captain Michael Lain is honored with a gift of appreciation for his service as out going Squadron Commander. Capt Lain will now be serving as the Illinois Wing Operations Officer.
State Representative Ramey tours one of our CAP aircraft with 2nd Lt Gupta-Fletcher during our 65th year celebration. After the ceremony, guests and dignitaries had a chance to celebrate with by socializing with the squadron members over cake and punch.
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