Flashback Friday
Thirty-one years ago, i troops were deployed help fight forest fires in Montana, Idaho and Washington. Soon after they arrived, the Exchange was also there.
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On July 25, 1895—130 years ago today—the War Department issued General Orders No. 46, directing all Army commanders to establish “post exchanges” on their installations.
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After abolishing the sutler system in 1866, Congress authorized the establishment of post traders in 1867. Also in the late 19th century, officers at installations without post traders started social clubs called canteens. Both were precursors of the Exchange.
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On July 25, the Exchange will celebrate its 130th anniversary. But the seeds for what became the Exchange were sown more than 100 years before 1895.
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The Korean War began 75 years ago this week. The Exchange responded quickly, supporting troops in South Korea and Stateside. Check out some historical photos.
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In June 1991, Mount Pinatubo erupted, causing heavy damage at nearby Clark Air Base. It was the second-largest eruption of the 20th century.
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Ted Liska was a senior clerk at the AAFES-Europe Chievres/Belgium shopping center. He spent decades honoring fallen comrades he called “the real heroes of D-Day.”
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On May 20, 1976—49 years ago this week—Typhoon Pamela struck Guam. Described as a “supertyphoon,” Pamela generated winds up to 190 mph during its peak. Damage was estimated at $300 million for the island, including a $1.5 million loss at the Exchange. The storm snapped trees in half and knocked down light poles at Andersen…
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Armed Forces Day is this Saturday. Here’s a pictorial look at how the Exchange has commemorated the day.
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