Project Description
On October 23, 2013, Union County paid tribute to its bravest military heroes with the dedication of a permanent Medal of Honor Recipient’s Monument at the historic County Courthouse in Elizabeth, New Jersey, as referenced in Newsletter Issue #117. Erected by the Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders, this granite memorial stands as a lasting legacy and source of inspiration, honoring ten local servicemen who received the nation’s highest military decoration for valor. The unveiling ceremony gathered county officials, veterans, community leaders, and descendants, all unified in remembrance and gratitude for acts of extraordinary courage that have shaped both New Jersey history and the nation’s heritage.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Union County Medal of Honor Recipient’s Monument?It is a permanent granite memorial located at the Union County Courthouse in Elizabeth, NJ, honoring ten local heroes who received the Medal of Honor for their acts of valor across several conflicts including the Civil War, Indian Campaigns, World War I, and the Vietnam War.
When was the monument dedicated?The dedication ceremony took place on October 23, 2013, at the Union County Courthouse.
Who organized the event?The Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders, in collaboration with the Union County Office of Veterans Affairs, organized the monument dedication event.
Who were some of the honored recipients listed on the monument?Recipients include William J. Brant Jr., James Madison Drake, Rufus King, Julian Scott, John Williams II (Civil War); Theodore F. Smith (Indian Campaigns); Alan Louis Eggers, Thomas E. O’Shea, William Fred Stockham (World War I); and Charles Joseph Watters (Vietnam).
