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The Commanders Banquet – Technology, Doctrine & Leadership in the Ukraine-Russia War – a Fundraiser for the Ukrainian Freedom Fund
April 23 @ 6:30 pm, ending 9:30 pm
$242
The Commander’s Banquet
Thursday, April 23, 2026
American Heritage Museum – Hudson, Massachusetts
Join the American Heritage Museum and the Ukrainian Freedom Fund for The Commander’s Banquet, a special evening event opening the three-day symposium on the future of modern warfare. Held inside the museum among historic tanks and aircraft, the banquet offers guests an opportunity to enjoy cocktails, dinner, and a panel discussion while engaging with distinguished speakers and Ukrainian combat veterans.
Evening Schedule
6:30 PM – Cocktails
7:30 PM – Dinner
8:00 PM – Panel Discussion
Ticket Information
Single LifeSaver tickets are $242 per person. The Ukrainian Freedom Fund states that this figure reflects its estimate that every $242 invested in its programs saves one Ukrainian soldier’s life. Sponsorships are also available, including Silver Sponsor at $2,420 for a table of 10, Gold Sponsor at $4,840 for a table of 10 plus event recognition, and Platinum Sponsor at $7,260 for a table of 10 with a guest speaker seated at your table and premium recognition.
Tickets and Sponsorships Available Here
What the Fundraiser Supports
Proceeds benefit the Ukrainian Freedom Fund, a U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofit whose mission is to support a free, democratic, and independent Ukraine. The organization says funds raised through the symposium help train the next generation of Ukrainian military leaders in NATO-standard decision-making, while also supporting agile assistance efforts that include drones, vehicles, medical aid, and other critical support for Ukrainian defenders.
Learn more about the Ukrainian Freedom Fund at https://ukrfreedomfund.org
Featured Guest Speakers
The symposium’s announced speakers include:
General David McKiernan, USA (Ret.)
Leader of coalition ground forces in 2003 invasion of Iraq.
Lieutenant General David Deptula, USAF (Ret.)
Director of Air Force Association’s Mitchell Institute.
Lieutenant General John Jansen, USMC (Ret.)
Deputy Commandant Programs & Resources.
Rear Admiral Mark Montgomery, USN (Ret.)
Former EUCOM Deputy Director; Executive Director, Cyberspace Solarium Commission.
Admiral Ihor Voronchenko, Ukrainian Navy (Ret.)
Inspector General of Ukrainian Armed Forces, CNO of Ukrainian Navy.
Oleg “Q”
Director of R&D, Ukraine Advanced Research Agency
Col. Vadim Sukarevsky, Armed Forces of Ukraine
First Commander, Unmanned Systems Forces
Dr. Ben Jensen (COL, USAR)
Director, Futures Lab CSIS; Marine Corps University
Representatives of Ukraine’s Unmanned Systems Command
Reserve Your Seat
The Commander’s Banquet is part of the April 23–25 symposium presented in partnership with the American Heritage Museum and the Ukrainian Freedom Fund. Registration and sponsorships are available through the Ukrainian Freedom Fund symposium page.

