Who we are...
EOD technicians are United States Army, Marine, Navy,
and Air Force military members and Public Safety
Bomb Technicians who volunteer to serve in one of the
most dangerous occupations in the United States.
NATEODA Staff
Master EOD Badge
Senior EOD Badge
Basic EOD Badge
PSBT Badge
The National Explosive
Ordnance Disposal
Association
The National Explosive Ordnance Disposal Association is the fraternal organization of active, retired, and former United States Army, Navy, Marine Corps, and Air Force personnel who have graduated from the Naval School Explosive Ordnance Disposal, formerly at Indian Head, Maryland, and now at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida or Public Safety Bomb Technicians graduated from the FBI Hazardous Devices School in Huntsville, Alabama.
The NATEODA promotes lifelong friendships among these unique individuals, preserves the EOD history since its beginning in 1941, and remembers and celebrates those who have made the ultimate sacrifice.
The red bomb in the center of the NATEODA badge emblem honors the original British EOD technicians and the U.S. Army’s first distinctive insignia for bomb disposal personnel in 1942.
A unique contribution of the Association to the lives of EOD men and women is our assistance with service physical disability boards and corrections petitions. We also help obtain military and Department of Veterans Affairs medical benefits and compensation for the many injuries suffered performing the hazardous EOD mission. We have restored and increased VA disability compensation for many members of the EOD family. For more information visit our Military/VA Benefits page.
We invite all current and former EOD technicians and their families to Join Us. Foreign EOD technicians, and friends and supporters may join us with an associate membership.
Our annual convention reconnects everyone with friends you have not seen for a year, or many years. Visit our Convention page for more information.
The Association was established on August 10, 1988 and is a tax-exempt Maryland organization under Section 501 (c) (3) of the U.S. Internal Revenue Code.
MEET YOUR BOARD OF DIRECTORS
NATEODA OFFICERS
JIM DUNCAN
Past National EOD Association President
2019-2024
Jim entered the Army in July 1957 and retired in April 1, 1978. Most of his military career was in Explosive Ordnance Disposal after he finished the course at Indian Head, Maryland in 1962.
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WOODY L. EASTWOOD
NATIONAL EOD ASSOCIATION PRESIDENT
2024-
As the incoming President of the National Explosive Ordnance Disposal Association (NATEODA), I am reminded of the critical importance of our mission as EOD Technicians in impacting the world. Our work is no longer just about neutralizing threats but safeguarding the lives of those who have served and keeping the EOD team together. As challenging as our mission is to connect the “EOD Family,” it is also a source of great pride.
In the coming year, my focus as President will be on fostering collaboration and expanding our outreach efforts. By working together, sharing our knowledge, and supporting each other, we can achieve even greater heights.
I express my heartfelt thanks to the outgoing board for their outstanding service. I look forward to working closely with our new team to continue building on their strong foundation.
Thank you for your trust, dedication, and unwavering commitment to the National EOD Association. Together, we will continue to make a difference.
Thank you.
Woody served in the U.S. Army from 1960 to 1983 and retired as a master sergeant.
He has been a member of NATEODA since 2001, and served as the writer, editor and publisher of the RSP (the Association’s former newsletter) for several years. He hosted the 2006 and 2023 NATEODA Conventions in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
Woody joined the NATEODA board of directors in December 2021. He has taken on the duties of Webmaster, Store Manager, Publisher and Editor of the Crimper Newsletter, as well as being your Vice Commander/Vice President.
He completed the EOD school at Indian Head, Maryland in Oct., 1968. His first EOD assignment was the 62nd Ord Det (EOD) at Ogden, Utah. He served 15 years in seven EOD units.
After retirement from the Army in 1983, Woody worked for the Hertz car rental corporation. He was an over-the-road truck driver and worked as equipment manager for an earth moving construction company.
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RONALD C BUNCH
NATIONAL EOD ASSOCIATION VICE PRESIDENT
2024-
Ronald Craig Bunch enlisted in the US Army on 7 September 1961 and completed the EOD
Technician Course at Indianhead, MD in April 1962. His first duty assignment was the 69th
Ordnance Detachment (EOD), Valley Forge General Hospital, Pennsylvania from April 1962 to
June 1963
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James Sanders
NATIONAL EOD ASSOCIATION TREASURER
2022 – 2024
2024 -
Professional Summary:
Active duty in the US Army for 23 years, retired as a Major. 15 years in EOD as both enlisted and officer. 5 years as a Program Manager for the Abrams Tank System. My second career was as a production and maintenance manager with Ford Motor Company. MBA in Acquisition Management. Been the Treasurer for NATEODA since November of 2022.
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Board of Directors
MIKE VINING
DIRECTOR
CHET HEIDL
DIRECTOR
TOM MANDERS
DIRECTOR
JEFFREY PLACE
DIRECTOR
EX-OFFICIO MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
IRVIN BANTA III
NATEODA CHAPLAIN
ROBERT LEIENDECKER
NATEODA HISTORIAN
DONATIONS
- The National EOD Association is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit corporation and supports the work of organizations providing support, benefits, and encouragement to injured EOD service members.
- Donations also support the Association’s advocacy for military and Veterans Administration disability compensation and health care benefits.
- Members and supporters may also support the Association by donations and bequests. The Association does not provide compensation for services to any member.
- All donations are welcome. Donors may use the donation link below or contact us for information.
