The Montford Point Marine Association (MPMA) is a military veteran's organization, founded to memorialize the legacy of the first African Americans to serve in the United States Marine Corps. The first African American Marines were trained at Camp Montford Point, in Jacksonville, North Carolina, from 1942 to 1949.
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NATIONAL MONUMENT SKETCHES AND DESIGNS
 

members who are interested in working at the chapter level to raise Funds for the building of the monument.  The intent is to solicit the active support of every member, chapter and community to accomplish this great undertaking.


If you have any questions concerning this matter, please contact the National Monument Director, Houston Shinal at 850.499.6727
Respectfully,

 

James T. Averhart, Jr.
Chief Warrant Officer Four
National President
Montford Point Marine Association, INC.

 

 

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