The Friday night parade at La Center’s Our Days Celebration featured a special appearance by the Lewis & Clark Young Marines. Invited to participate in this community event, the Young Marines proudly marched through the streets, engaging the crowd with their enthusiastic cadence calls. The event was a highlight for participants and spectators alike, showcasing the community’s vibrant spirit and unity. A heartfelt thank you to La Center for the warm welcome and support.
On a bright Saturday, the Lewis & Clark Young Marines had an unforgettable experience touring the historic PT Boat 658 and LCI 713 on Swan Island, thanks to the dedicated volunteers at the PT 658 organization. These young adventurers learned fascinating facts about the PT Boat 658, the fastest wooden boat of its time and one of the most heavily armed for its size during WWII. PT boats played a critical role in daring missions, often engaging in close combat situations that larger warships couldn’t undertake. For those interested in more information or a tour, visit www.savetheboatinc.com or www.pt658heritage.org.
Happy Independence Day! The Lewis & Clark Young Marines proudly marched in the Hillsboro, Oregon Rotary 4th of July Parade this morning. Our heartfelt thanks go to the local Elks lodge for providing us with delicious donuts and refreshing water, which gave us the energy we needed for the event. While waiting for the parade to start, we had the pleasure of meeting and playing games with the Tualatin Valley Young Marines, our neighboring unit. It was a fantastic opportunity to bond and have fun together. Oorah!
This past weekend, the Lewis & Clark Young Marines had the honor of serving as the Color Guard for the ABB Formula E event held at the Portland International Raceway. The young patriots showcased their discipline and pride, adding a touch of tradition and respect to the electrifying atmosphere of the races on both Saturday and Sunday. The event was made even more memorable when the group had the opportunity to meet the talented singer Natalie Jane, who graciously took the time to connect with these young heroes. Oorah to the Lewis & Clark Young Marines for their outstanding representation and commitment!
It is with great sadness that the Lewis & Clark Young Marines share the recent passing of former YM/Sgt Phillip Taylor. Phillip spent nine years with the organization, graduating as a senior in August 2020. Known for his joie de vivre and infectious smile, Phillip lit up every room he entered and was a joy to be around. His positive spirit and dedication left a lasting impact on all who knew him. Rest easy, Phillip. Until we meet again.
OBITUARY: Phillip Preston Taylor, SEPTEMBER 26, 2001 – JUNE 5, 2024
