The National Congressional Medal of Honor Society annual convention was held in Green Bay, Wisconsin in September 2007. The society is made up of Congressional Medal of Honor recipients. Currently there are 110 living recipients of this highest military honor - awarded for conspicuous gallantry above and beyond the call of duty.

The Brian LaViolette Scholarship Foundation, along with Congressional Medal of Honor recipient Kenneth Stumpf of Appleton, spearheaded the effort to bring the convention to Northeast Wisconsin. Several key government and business leaders also committed their support in helping to influence the Congressional Medal of Honor Society to select Green Bay. A special thanks goes out to Governor Jim Doyle, Green Bay Mayor Jim Schmitt, Ashwaubenon Village President Nubs DeCleene and village trustees, Congressman Mark Green, Packers President Bob Harlan, local police and fire departments, and many others.“ This is truly an honor not only for the Greater Green Bay area but also for the entire state of Wisconsin,” said Doug LaViolette, Medal of Honor Committee organizer. “The Medal of Honor convention has never been to Wisconsin and we want to make sure every community can be a part of this patriotic event.”

In addition to the rare opportunity of bringing together such a notable group of veterans, the convention also featured the National Patriots Award Dinner. The Patriots Dinner recognizes a national figure for their patriotic devotion and service to our country in an effort to keep America strong. Past winners have included former Presidents, cabinet members and influential members of the business community.

To learn more about the 2007 Convention in Green Bay, Wisconsin, call 920.405.9927 or e-mail medalofhonorwi07@aol.com.