MILE HIGH CHAPTER MILITARY VETERANS

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The Buffalo Soldiers below are currently or have served in the United States Armed Forces. WE SALUTE ALL MILITARY VETERANS.

Charles “OH-CB” Benson is a Colonel in the United States Army currently serving on active duty at Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado. He received his commission in 1977 from Jackson State University in Jackson, Mississippi, with a Bachelor of Science degree in Mass Communications. He received his Master of Science degree in Guidance and Counseling from Alcorn State University in Lorman, Mississippi. He also graduated from the United States Army War College. He has served in a wide variety of assignments beginning in the United States Army Signal Corps and then on to his first assignment to Camp Casey, Korea, 1978 to 1979. CB has received numerous awards and recognitions, and has been active in community service. One recognition that stands out was his nomination in 1991 for The Roy Wilkins Community Service Award. This award was established in 1980 to recognize members of the Armed Forces who embodied the spirit of equality and human rights. CB’s total commitment and contributions to the Armed Forces quickly earned him the respect of the Springs-Denver & Mile High Buffalo Soldiers Motorcycle Clubs. (M/C). He was subsequently nominated and selected for a first-time award ever to be given to a Prospect; the “Prospect Of The Month, October 2006” trophy; which was awarded to him prior to becoming a full member with the Springs-Denver Buffalo Soldier Motorcycle Club. We are proud to have "OH-CB" asVice President and CO-Founder of The Buffalo Soldier Mile High Chapter.

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(Ret.) Petty Officer First Class, E-6, Edward Denmon AKA “Musicman” retired from the U.S. Coast Guard and served in many areas of the US and abroad. He is a disabled Veteran and a survivor of the Vietnam conflict; 1968 to 1969. His most notable assignment was as a recruiter in New York City. Ed "Musicman" Denmon made history becoming the first Black ever to be shown on a Coast Guard Recruiting poster, shown above. While as a recruiter, he took on the sport of boxing and advanced to the semi finals of the 1968 New York Golden Gloves Tournament, and received a silver medal. After a successfull career with the U.S. Coast Guard, he settled in Atlanta, Georgia for approximately six years, and then moved to Denver, Colorado to adjust to retirement, and ride throughout the U.S. He is an active member of the Prince Hall Affiliated Masonic Order, Daniel “Chappie” James Jr. Military Lodge number 27 located in Aurora, Colorado. Musicman learned to ride a motorcycle in the late sixties. He became an enthusiast in 2001, after taking the motorcycle riders safety course. He purchased his first motorcycle a 1998, Honda Goldwing, 1500. He joined the Long Range Riders MC in Denver, Colorado, and served as the Vice President for nearly three years before resigning to truly enjoy riding solo on his 2002 Honda Goldwing, 1800 across the country. We are proud to have "Musicman"as our President and Founder of The Buffalo Soldier Mile High Chapter.

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SSG (Ret.) Willie "Pete" Richmond, U.S. Army, Disabled Veteran, born 2 Jan 60, Memphis Tennessee.  He joined the U.S. Army, 16 Sep 80, and spent 3 tours in Germany where he met his wife Petra in 1982.  Pete served in Desert Storm/Desert Shield from 1991-1992, and in Bosnia/ Mazodinia from 1996-1997.  During his 20 years in the Army, Pete received several major awards, Meritorious Service Medal, 6 Army Commendation Medals, 5 Army Achievement Medals, South East Asia Service Medal with 3 Bronze Service Stars, and the Humanitarian Service Medal.  Pete retired, Sep 2000 and settled in Colorado.  After retirement he work for the Correctional System in Security.  He also worked as a Supervisor for Security, Peterson Airforce Base.  Pete joined the Buffalo Soldiers in November 2007, and is a proud rider of a silver 1800 Honda Goldwing.  Pete’s favorite football team is the Dallas Cowboys ( America’s Team??  :-)  We are proud to have "Pete" as the MHC Treasurer. 

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MSG (Ret.) Edgar "EasyEdgar" Spears, U.S. Army Reserves, 1966 to 1996, attended several major courses while serving, Graduate of the U.S. Army Infantry School, Airborne Course, Academy of Health Sciences, Basic Medical Specialist Course, William F. Bolger Management Academy Supervisory Leadership General Management Course, and Advance Non-Commissioned Officer Course.  He has received several awards, Meritorious Service Medal, State of Texas, Adjutant General Individual Award, and State of Texas Faithful Service Medal.  One of his favorite assignments have been as a member of the 75th U.S. Army Maneuver Area Command, Houston, Texas.  EasyEdgar is an advocate fisherman who catches fish only weighing under 2 pounds. :-)  The MHC is proud to have "EasyEdgar" as an Associate Member.