The Medal of Honor is the “highest military honor given by congress to an individual who demonstrates bravery and personal actions of valor beyond the call of duty” (Congressional Medal of Honor Society). The University of Washington has the most alumni Medal of Honor Recipients from a public institution, excluding the service academies. The Medal of Honor Memorial on UW campus was created to commemorate the outstanding eight individuals for their bravery and actions.
Artist(s): Michael Magrath, Heidi Wastweet and Dodi Fredericks
Completed: 2009
Material(s): Stone, basalt rock, bronze, wood