If you happened to be watching the Canal Cam about noon today, you may have noticed a small group of people standing in front of a plaque on the pier break wall.
The plaque was placed there in honor of Ed Culbertson, a Coast Guardsman who gave his life, 52 years ago, trying to save three young brothers who became trapped on the pier during a fierce storm.
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| Capt Tom Mackay |
Capt. Tom Mackay, talked about his friend Ed, who perished that night and reminded the news media of the bravery and valor that is often forgotten over time. Tom wanted to make sure Ed will be remembered.
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The words on the plaque read:
EDGAR A CULBERTSON
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THIS PLAQUE IS DEDICATED BY THE PEOPLE OF DULUTH TO THE MEMORY OF A FELLOW CITIZEN, COAST GUARD BOATSWAINS MATE FIRST CLASS, EDGAR A. CULBERTSON, WHO ON THE NIGHT OF APRIL 30TH 1967 GAVE HIS LIFE ATTEMPTING TO RESCUE THREE TEEN-AGE BROTHERS STRANDED ON THIS PIER DURING A SEVERE STORM, HIS GREAT SACRIFICE IS AN ENDURING EXAMPLE OF HIS DEVOTION TO DUTY AND COMPASSION FOR HIS FELLOW MAN.
Wow, I had never heard of this. Thank you for sharing Dennis.
ReplyDeleteCoast Guard Boatswain Mate 1st Class Edgar A. Culbertson, thank you for your service and your ultimate sacrifice. There was a special place in heaven waiting for you. Rest in peace.
I lived there when this happened. I was in elementary school and I was good friends with the sister of the brothers.
ReplyDeleteYes I was watching and wondering what was happening. Thanks for sharing the story and the video link behind it Dennis, as I have never heard of it either, not living there. It was indeed a very moving story, and a very touching tribute to the brave efforts of Coast Guard Boatswain Mate 1st Class Edgar A. Culbertson.
ReplyDeleteThanks Denny and Duluth Harbor Cam for helping out in keeping Ed's memory and sacrifice in the forefront.
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