About Us

Our Origins:

Founded in 2021, the First Ohio Vietnam Reenactors strive to represent the servicemen and women who served in the Vietnam War. Our organization was created after the members of our board came together over a mutual interest in the hobby, and in honoring veterans. Since then, we have participated in ceremonies and reenactments both in and out of Ohio.

Our Mission:

Our mission is to represent the brave men and women who served and fought in the Vietnam War, to honor veterans of the conflict, to educate the public on the history of the war, and to provide an immersive experience to our members.

How To Join:

Membership is open to the general public and to anyone who is interested in joining our organization. We are very lenient on the accuracy of impressions for new members and seek to provide the resources necessary to get them started. Potential members do not have to fit any type of mould to join our organization.

First Ohio Vietnam Reenactors Constitution

Preamble

As citizens of the United States of America, one nation under God, we members of the First Ohio Vietnam Reenactors henceforth declare that in writing this constitution we shall set precedent for who we are both as an organization and as a body of comrades. We shall maintain honor, dignity, and integrity above all else as we honor those who served in the Vietnam War, and in the United States Armed Forces at large. We declare the creation of the First Ohio Vietnam Reenactors, whose principles shall not deviate from the fidelity of the United States Constitution or the laws of the United States. We shall strive to cultivate and establish true patriotism, historical awareness and knowledge, peace, and goodwill towards the veterans of the United States Armed Forces both alive and deceased, their widows, and their dependents, so help us God.

Article I: Name

The name of this Organization shall be (the) “First (1st) Ohio Vietnam Reenactors.”

Article II: Purpose

To represent and honor the servicemen and servicewomen who participated in the Vietnam War; to participate in events reenacting specific battles and notable occasions of the conflict; to participate in honors ceremonies and assist local honors organizations in memorial events, honors events, and other such recognition ceremonies; to promote and provide education about the Vietnam War and its history; to inspire patriotism and camaraderie amongst our members and to support veterans of the Vietnam War with a warm welcome home.

Article III: Membership

Section 1

Membership in the organization shall be open to any man, woman, or child who shows proficient capabilities in enacting the duties of a historical reenactor. Potential members shall apply directly to the executive board, wherein a vote will be made as to their acceptance.

Section 2

The First Ohio Vietnam Reenactors shall not have an auxiliary unit.

Article IV: Powers

In order that we may sustain the organization; be held responsible under judicial law; to receive, own, and utilize real estate as shall be necessary in accordance with our bylaws; to adopt seals, logos, and other associated and marketing related branding; to not be in contradiction with the law of the United States; to establish an executive board to conduct the operations of the organization; to maintain an online platform and physical publications and in general act and do things in such a way that are necessary and appropriate insofar as executing the purpose of our organization.

Article V: Administration

The administrative affairs of this Organization shall be vested in an Executive Board, to be composed of the Commander, Senior Commander and Junior Vice Commander.

Article VI: Legislation

The supreme legislative powers of this Organization shall be vested in the executive board, which shall be composed of the commanders which are now, or may be hereafter included in this Organization.

Article VII: Executive Power

Section 1

The executive power of this Organization shall be vested in the Executive Board.

Section 2

Openings of the executive board may only occur following resignation or death of one of the current board members.

Article VIII: Amendments

Section 1

This Constitution may be amended at a specially called board meeting, by a majority vote of the executive board, whosoforth may not be composed of an even number of members.

Section 2

A board meeting may be called by any member of the executive board. Any amendments must be presented to the executive board prior to or at the beginning of the meeting.

Section 3

After the proposed amendment has been heard by ALL members in attendance, it shall be voted on by the executive board. So long as the vote maintains a two thirds majority, the amendment will henceforth be executed. Ratifications and amendments of the constitution must be implemented prior to the next board meeting.

Article IX: Dissolution

Section 1

Should, for any reason, the First Ohio Reenactors dissolve as an organization after a unanimous vote by the Executive Board, the assets of the organization shall subsequently be transferred to an appropriate military honors organization.

Section 2

The receiving organization shall be nominated by a board member and selected by unanimous vote of the executive board.