1LT John Klassen

1LT John Klassen

Dates of Service: Sep 1987 - Feb 1992
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Except for college and military experience, I am a life long Hudson Valley resident. I grew up in Fishkill and currently reside with my family in Saugerties, NY. I have had a 25 year banking career specializing in residential and commercial lending. In the latter part of this career, I specialized in the financing of manufacturing and distribution companies located throughout the Hudson Valley.

Military Experiences

Jul 1990 - Feb 1992
Assistant Operations Officer (S3)
Assistant Operations Officer (S3) for HAWK battalion with 4 firing batteries deployed in central Europe, dispersed over 1050 square miles and three military communities Directly responsible for the coordination of all battalion ranges, certification of range OIC's and the battalion ammunition account. Additionally responsible for the coordination of all civilian and military maneuver areas. Was required to maintain expertise in the AN/TSQ 73 directing the fire of 8 assault fire units.
Oct 1989 - Jul 1990
Platoon Leader
Assistant Platoon Leader of HAWK Assault Fire Platoon on an isolated NATO site, preforming 24-hour integrated NATO air defense mission. Responsible for training and welfare of 47 soldier platoon. Tactical Control Officer responsible for daily HAWK system preparation and operation. Platoon Leader for Battery Maintenance Platoon.
Nov 1988 - Sep 1989
Tactical Director
Responsible for training, welfare, discipline and morale of 22 soldier platoon. Fire Direction Officer for Hawk Battalion Fire Direction Center operating the AN/TSQ-73 missile command and control system deployed in central Europe as part of a highly visible NATO Integrated Air Defense environment. OIC of the Battalion Reconnaissance selection and occupation party (RSOP).

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