Port Salutes Our Veterans
Members of the armed forces are honored, 1991
Members of the U.S. Marine Corps pay tribute to the Medal of Honor recipients, 1991
Members of the U.S. Marine Corps and onlookers listen to a speaker, 1991
Ship docked at Vancouver Landing for the Convention, 1991
Members of the U.S. Marine Corps carry the Flag of the Unted States of America, 1991
The Congressional Medal of Honor Society is dedicated to educating our nation’s youth and the broader U.S. public about the values of courage, sacrifice, selfless service and patriotism embodied in the Medal of Honor and applying those values to our daily lives.
On November 7, 1991, Vancouver hosted the Congressional Medal of Honor Society National Convention. One of the events was held at Vancouver Landing, an area that once served as the port’s main shipping dock and today serves as a prime waterfront location for various community events. Entitled Celebrate Freedom, the event paid tribute to four Medal of Honor recipients now at rest in Vancouver Barracks cemetery.
During the Convention, the Congressional Medal of Honor Society presented the Congressional Medal of Honor Society Monument to the City of Vancouver in recognition of the spirit and sacrifice by the valiant Medal of Honor recipients. General Colin Powell, then Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, was present for the dedication ceremony.
The monument is located at the corner of East Vancouver Way and Fort Vancouver Way. Though open to the public year-round, a visit here seems especially appropriate during Fourth of July festivities.
The Port of Vancouver is honored to have been a part of this historic moment, and we wish everyone a memorable and safe Fourth of July holiday.
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