Source: United States Senator for Ohio Rob Portman
December 5, 2022 | Press Releases
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, U.S. Senator Rob Portman (R-OH) praised the announcement from the National Parks Service (NPS) that it was designating 18 new communities across the United States, including Montgomery County, Ohio, as American World War II Heritage Cities. The American World War II Heritage Cities Program honors the contributions of local towns, cities, counties , and their citizens who stepped into the workforce to support America’s war effort during World War II. Only one American World War II Heritage City can be designated in each state. During World War II, Wright Field near Dayton hosted many diverse military operations and residents across the region served in civil defense programs. Portman, who has long been a leader in the U.S. Senate in efforts to protect our national parks and historic landmarks, released the following statement:
“It’s an honor for Montgomery County and its partners including the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force, Carillon Historical Park, Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park and Wright-Patterson Air Force Base to be showcased by the National Parks Service as an American World War II Heritage City,” said Portman. “Ensuring that our nation’s rich aviation history in Montgomery County is preserved is our responsibility and I hope this national treasure is enjoyed by future generations to come.”
NOTE: In August 2021, Senator Portman sent a letter of support to National Park Service Deputy Director of Operations Shawn Benge on behalf of Montgomery County.
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