Article I. Title
The Association shall be known as the 196th Light Infantry Brigade Association.
Article II. Aims and Objectives
Section 1. To preserve and foster the spirit
of fellowship among former and possible future members of the 196th Light
Infantry Brigade, U.S. Army, and provide an organization through which
they may unite in bonds of comradeship.
Section 2. To commemorate the memory of soldiers
who gave their lives in the service of their country.
Section 3. To support a national military that
will promote stability and peace throughout the world.
Section 4. To foster public understanding and
support of the United States Army.
Section 5. To promote and perpetuate those Army
and unit traditions that contribute to esprit de corps and superior performance
of duty.
Article III. Membership
Section 1. Membership in the 196th Light Infantry
Brigade Association shall be open to any soldier, active, retired or honorably
discharged Veteran, who served or was attached to the 196th Light Infantry
Brigade during its active service.
Section 2. Terms of Membership. Membership in
the Association shall remain in force so long as the member maintains
current status by payment of prescribed dues.
Article IV. Officers
Section 1. Enumeration. The Officers of the
Association shall be a President who shall be the Chief Executive Officer,
a Vice President, a Secretary and a Treasurer.
Section 2. Duties. The Officers of the Association
shall administer the affairs of the Association in accordance with the
by-laws.
Section 3. Terms and Election. The President
and the Vice President shall be elected by the membership, as provided
in these by-laws. The terms of office of the President and Vice President
shall be two (2) years, and they shall be eligible for reelection. The
other officers shall be appointed by the President.
Section 4. Vacancies in Elective Offices. If
the President vacates his office during his term, the Vice President shall
succeed thereto.
Section 5. Honorary Presidents. The Honorary
Presidency of the Association may be tendered after election by the membership.