New Book Features The History of the

U.S. Army Military Police Corps Regiment

Sponsored by the Military Police Regimental Association
An Invitation To Preserve Your Legacy of Service!
Attn: All Members of the Military Police Regimental Assoc.
In commemoration of the ongoing legacy of the Military
Police Corps, our Association is sponsoring a new book, His-
tory of the U.S. Army Military Police Corps Regiment, which will
provide a detailed history of the Warrior Police and feature bio-
graphical narratives of the men and women who have served our
country since 1941.
Acclaim Press, one of our nations leading publishers of
commemorative history books, has been commissioned to over-
see this landmark project, and the book is being written by a
team of our Associations most prominent members.
In addition to the Corps colorful history, this exciting book
will feature a special section showcasing biographies of Military
Police veterans, with then and now photographs, and YOU
are invited to be included (see sample biography inside). There
will be no cost to have your biography included!
Our book will feature veterans from all eras, from World
War II, to the deserts of the Middle East and our on-going War
on Terror. Note: all Military Police veterans are encouraged
to participate, even those who were active in peacetime all
served with honor and distinction.
The book will also include special after action reports, sto-
ries and photographs from the membership.

WHAT YOU NEED TO DO

Submit your personal biography. Biographies are brief vi-
gnettes (up to 200 words) detailing the persons military career
and life after the military (see example inside), and also may
include up to two (2) photographs of each individual, one from
the service and a current picture.
You may also submit historic photos and general interest Pictured above is a rendering of the book cover. This will be a 9x12-inch
stories of up to 1,000 words for the editors review. When send- coffee-table volume including hundreds of pages with historic and full-
ing photos, please include your name, address and a caption on color photographs!
the back.
In addition, you are encouraged to provide a memorable story or quote from your time of service (see example inside).
This unique book will give us the opportunity to record our Regiments rich heritage, inspiring and educating future genera-
tions. Please send us your information so this book may be as complete as possible. IT IS FREE TO BE INCLUDED!
Widows, friends and family members are also encouraged to send in biographical portraits and materials for their loved ones
now passed ona perfect tribute to your veterans service to our nation.
Members and friends of the Military Police Regimental Association may order their personal copy of this keepsake for only
$54.95 (see details inside). This will be a limited edition printing and only those who order now, before it goes to press, will be as-
sured of receiving a copy. Therefore, you are encouraged to order by the 30 September 2017 deadline.
Please take advantage of this special opportunity and help us document the rich legacy of the Military Police Corps!

Rick Harne, Executive Director

Military Police Regimental Association

DEADLINE: 30 SEPTEMBER 2017

 Sample Biography for the U.S. Army Military Police Corps Regiment Book
Use the example as a guide in writing your U.S. ARMY MILITARY POLICE CORPS COMMEMORATIVE HISTORY BOOK
biography, or answer the questions below and a BIOGRAPHY QUESTIONNAIRE
professional editor will write your biography for Send Your Materials To: U.S. Military Police Corps Book c/o Acclaim Press
you! You may include up to 2 photographs, one P.O. Box 238 Morley, MO 63767
from your glory days with the Military Police Stories & photos may also be emailed to militarypolicebook@acclaimpress.com
Corps and a current photo (suggested). Note: Questions? Call Acclaim Press at (573) 472-9800.
your 200-word biography will be included for
FREE; however, a 15 charge per word applies PERSONAL DATA (private information such as your email and address will not be included in the book)
after the first 200 words.
Name: _________________________________________ Nickname: _______________

ROBERT F. KEISER was born on 1 Octo-
Address: ______________________________________________________________
ber 1924 in Canton, Ohio, and raised in the
Victorville (California) area where he attended
Victor Valley High School. Cowboy Bob was City:_________________________ State: _____ Zip: _________ Phone: _______________
drafted into the U.S. Army in 1944 and began
his military career at Camp Custer, Michigan, as Email: __________________________ Association Chapter: _________________
a military policeman. He would go on to serve
with the 32nd Infantry (Red Arrow) Division Date of Birth: ____________________ Place of Birth: ____________________________
in the South Pacific at New Guinea and Luzon
during World War II. Following the war, Keiser Name of high school & year graduated _____________________________________________
worked as a cowboy and competed on the ro-
deo circuit in Southern California and Arizona, Name of College(s), Degree(s) & Years Earned________________________________________
until returning to the Army and attending the
Criminal Investigation Course at Carlisle Bar- MILITARY INFORMATION
racks, Pennsylvania, in 1947.
Date/Place Enlisted:_____________________ Boot Camp:___________________________

Addl Training/Special Courses: _________________________________________________

Bases/Locations/Stations: ____________________________________________________

Theatres/Battles/Engagements: _________________________________________________
With the outbreak of hostilities in Ko-
_______________________________________________________________________
rea, he was assigned to the 2nd Military Police
Company, 2nd Infantry Division, where he
served as a military policeman and criminal in- Awards/Medals Received:__________________________________________________
vestigator and later as a scout with the Ivanhoe
Security Force. During the historic engagement Memorable Experiences During Military service:____________________________________
at Kunu-ri (30 Nov-1 Dec 1950), the 2nd In-
fantry Division had to negotiate a six-mile-long _______________________________________________________________________
Chinese Communist fire-block, which later be-
came known as The Gauntlet. For his con- Date/Place of Discharge:______________________________________ Rank: ____________
spicuous gallantry during this action, Keiser was
twice recommended for the Medal of Honor. PROFESSIONAL/RETIRED INFORMATION
After his death, his wife received his Distin-
guished Service Cross on 25 March 2014. Professions/Jobs (Places Worked/Position/Tenure) ___________________________________
Keiser spent the remainder of his Army
service as a military policeman and criminal Professional Affiliations: ___________________________________________________
investigator until retiring from active duty in
1965 and returning to his life as a cowboy in Year Retired (if applicable): ____________________________________________________
the Victorville area. Cowboy Bob made the
high desert his home, living in Barstow, Hodge, Activities in Retirement: ______________________________________________________
Helendale, Oro Grande, and Randsburg, where
he owned an antique shop. On 28 December Name of Spouse: _______________________________________________________
2009, Robert F. Keiser, age 85, passed away in
Ridgecrest, CA.
Name of Children: ________________________________________________________
He was survived by his wife Pamela of
Randsburg, CA; daughter Kathleen Denton of
San Diego, CA; a brother, Albert Reardon of Name of Grandchildren: _________________________________________________
San Bernardino, CA; two grandchildren, and
six great-grandchildren. (Use a separate sheet of paper if needed)
 U.S. Army Military Police Corps Regiment Commemorative Book
A Quality Publication
Acclaim Press is proud to publish beautiful, commemorative books for or-
ganizations across the country, with hundreds of titles in print. Each book is
methodically researched and documented, containing scores of high-quality
historical images that independently capture the spirit of each organization.
History of the U.S. Army Military Police Corps Regiment will be printed
on number one grade, acid-free, double-coated glossy paper to ensure the
highest calibre photo reproduction, and smyth-sewn for longevity, meaning
the pages will be stitched together and bound to last.
Your choice of books include the Deluxe Hardbound Edition, which will
be bound in a classy, green leatherette cover for only $54.95, or the Leather
Collectors Edition, bound in genuine bonded leather with the Corps emblem
embossed in gold or silver on the front cover for only $79.95.
Either version may be personalized with your name, or that of a friend or
loved one, embossed on the front cover for $6.00. NOTE: This hardbound,
9x12-inch commemorative coffee-table volume will be a limited edition
publication with the number of books printed based upon the number of
books ordered in advance. Therefore, you must order now to be assured of
receiving a copy!

About The Book

Includes a detailed history of the Military Police Corps Regiment, from
WWII, Korea, Vietnam, the Gulf War, and the War on Terror, including its
founders, training, engagements, responsibilities today, and more.
Historical overview of the Military Police Regimental Assoc.
Richly illustrated with historic and contemporary photographs, organiza-
tional charts and diagrams (send us your photographs Note: all photographs
will be returned upon request.)
Personal biographies from Military Police Corps veterans, with then and Sample 1st-person Quote:
now photographs (send us your bios) One evening I met Gen. & Mrs. Eisenhower.
Stories and brief quotes (send your quotes see sample at right) He and Maime had their private railroad car
Roster of the Military Police Regimental Association, and more! backed into our area. He shook hands with me
and said he had been all over the world but I
Easy To Order was the first MP he had ever met who wore a
Call the publisher toll-free at 1-877-427-2665 skirt!
Order online at www.acclaimpress.com SSG Marvel L. Joos, WAC MP, Saint
Complete the order form below and mail with payment Louis Union Station, 9 February 1945 - 1 June
by the deadline: 30 SEPTEMBER 2017 1946

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U.S. MILITARY POLICE CORPS REGIMENT BOOK
Deluxe Edition $54.95
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Leather Collectors Edition $79.95 Morley, MO 63767
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