Each March, our nation recognizes Medal of Honor Month, culminating on National Medal of Honor Day, March 25th—a day dedicated to honoring the extraordinary men who have received our nation’s highest award for valor.
At Flags of Valor, this month holds special meaning. As veterans and craftsmen, we understand the importance of service—but being around Medal of Honor recipients reminds us just how deep sacrifice and courage truly run.
Over the past several years, we have been given the incredible opportunity to spend time alongside Medal of Honor recipients and support the mission of the Congressional Medal of Honor Society. To be welcomed into their world—even in a small way—is something we will never take for granted.
A Privilege to Stand Among Heroes
This year, we had the honor of attending events in New York City, standing alongside Medal of Honor recipients and those dedicated to preserving their legacy
What stands out most isn’t just their bravery—it’s their humility. These men continue to serve long after their time in combat, dedicating themselves to education, mentorship, and strengthening communities across the country.
We left inspired, grateful, and reminded why honoring service matters.
Crafting Pieces That Carry Meaning
Courage table plaque displayed during Medal of Honor Society gala ceremonies.
One of the greatest honors we’ve experienced has been creating meaningful pieces used during some of the Society’s most important moments.
We created table plaques featuring the word Courage—inspired by the closing words of the Declaration of Independence:
”…we mutually pledge to each other our Lives, our Fortunes and our sacred Honor.”
We were also entrusted with crafting a ceremonial gavel used by Medal of Honor recipient Britt Slabinski to open meetings. That gavel holds materials from historic and sacred locations, including:
- Normandy — Utah and Omaha Beach
- Iraq
- Iwo Jima
- Vietnam
- Tinian
- Saipan
- The World Trade Center — marble from the Twin Towers steps
Each material represents sacrifice and connects generations of service members across time.
Ceremonial gavel created by Flags of Valor containing historic battlefield materials
Honoring Those No Longer With Us
We have also had the privilege of creating custom flags presented to leaders who actively support the veteran community, including:
- Lynn Martin, President of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE)|
- Kenneth Fisher, Chairman & CEO of Fisher House Foundation
- Randy Stillinger, Manager of Military & Veterans Initiatives at American Airlines
These presentations represent the growing network of leaders dedicated to supporting service members and their families.
Folded flag displays honoring fallen Medal of Honor recipients during Rose Ceremony
Forever Grateful
At Flags of Valor, honoring service is at the heart of everything we do. Being welcomed into these moments reminds us that our role is simply to carry forward the legacy of these heroes through craftsmanship, storytelling, and respect.
We remain forever grateful.
Forever humbled.
And forever inspired by those who continue to lead through courage and service.
If you’d like to learn more about the incredible work being done, we encourage you to explore and support the Congressional Medal of Honor Society.
Photography Credits
Photography courtesy of:
Congressional Medal of Honor Society
Used with permission.
