I would like to extend my sincerest thanks and appreciation to everyone who recently participated in the München Oktoberfest, representing the Gauverband Nordamerika so admirably and proudly. I know the Bavarians were truly impressed by our members in the Trachten- u. Schützenzug, and our dancers and musicians in the Tradition Zelt on the Oide Wies’n. Many thanks to Michael Olk for the efforts of turning this idea into a reality. It was a momentous occasion for all that participated and for the history of our organization.