Gunny Wm. D. "Bill" Carter was a Marine's Marine serving his country willingly, with pride and enthusiasm above and be- yond the call. He possessed that unique quality of always putting the welfare and better- ment of his Marines as the top priority.

He served his Detachment in Pensacola, the department of Florida and the Southeast Divi- sion in the same manner as he served the Corps.

Gunny Carter personified the mission of our League by his unending and tireless efforts to serve his community, Ma- rines and their families.

Our motto Semper Fidelis was part of Bill's character. In his dealings with God, Country Corps and Family he was steady in his practice of being

A humble man who shunned the limelight was definitely in the forefront as an American, a Marine and a Leaguer.

At the time of his death Gunny Carter was serving as National Aide de Camp for the Southeast Division.

Requirements and application for the William D. “Bill” Carter Award and Associate Member of the Year Award are available in the Division SOP


Carter Award Nominations
Completed Nominations for the Carter Award and Associate Member of the Year Award
must be submitted by the Detachment
Commandant of the nominee and
sent to the Assistant National
Vice Commandant by Priority Mail.

ANVC Ronnie Broussard
407 Southwood Drive
Lafayette, LA 70503