Memorial Plaque Proposal
The Great Rescue of 1925
May 2025
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“Neither I or my pals were thinking heroics...we were
simply running...me with my board and the others to
get their boards...and hoping to save lives.”
- Duke Kahanamoku, June 14th 1925
Source: Daily Pilot ‘Heroic efforts of ‘Duke’ off Corona del Mar remembered’ by David Henley 9-20
Our purpose and objectives of the monument
Celebrate
Honor
Educate
We look to honor, celebrate, and educate the heroism displayed by Duke Kahanamoku and friends on this fateful morning June 14, 1925. This courageous act and milestone in board safety not only saved 12 lives, but left a lasting legacy in Corona del Mar and beyond that deserves a permanent dedication to educate the community and visitors alike. 9-21
Celebrating the distinguished heritage of CDM/NB
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Proposed location:Vista Point
Existing NBHS Kerckhoff Plaque flower bed
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Proposed plaque and concrete pad details
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Southern California Bronze Co. has been operating since 1927 and has executed various projects for the City of Newport Beach 9-
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Our partners in this project
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Proposal recap and next steps
Location: Vista Point, within existing Kerckhoff Plaque flower bed Overview:
- Location utilizes existing flower bed and replicates Kerckhoff concrete pad - Creates added historical story to existing site with simple installation - Clear visibility of the Harbor and “The Great Rescue” location - 100% self funded (plaque, maintenance, installation, cement pad) Next steps:
- Specs from City PW for existing cement pad
- Guidance on permit process
City approvals Vendor Procurement Fundraising Production build Ceremony on Saturday
June 14, 202
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Aloha
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