We Are Patriot Point
From a mere flagpole resting on the rocks of Huntington Beach, to a city-recognized monument dedicated to the armed forces of the United States military, Zach Martinez instituted the beliefs of caring for our veterans and offering a sanctuary where they may feel welcomed and adored. A flag of the United States was flown in 2010 and continues to fly for many years to come.
Below is a video dedicated to recognizing the life of Zach Martinez with a memorial service held on July 16, 2018:
Below is a video dedicated to recognizing the life of Zach Martinez with a memorial service held on July 16, 2018:
A Service for Generations
Zach Martinez (Sr.)Zach Martinez was born and raised in East Los Angeles and enlisted in the United States Navy at the age of 18 in 1966. He served in Vietnam and was awarded the purple heart after an injury from a claymore mine bomb during a Viet Cong ambush, in the Mekong Delta, on July 12, 1969; there was a lodging shrapnel and steel ball bearing in his skull. He fully recovered after surgery and was honorably discharged in October 1970. Zach is married to Alberta Martinez and has three sons and six grandchildren and was a certified Chaplain at Calvary Chapel in Huntington Beach.
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Zach Martinez (Jr.)After serving in the Los Angeles Police Department, having graduated from the Police Academy, Zach devotes his time to managing the purchase and distribution of the flag, supporting the local community, serving as an officer in the Laguna Beach Police Department, and offers counseling and support to veterans in law enforcement. He is the current chaplain for the Anaheim Ducks minor league affiliate, the San Diego Gulls, and has spoken to professional athletes ranging from substance abuse to mental health crises. For more information and to schedule a time or meeting please contact Patriot Point directly by email or by the social media page.
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Zach Martinez (IV)Zach devotes his time to managing the Patriot Point website and social media Instagram page. When not at college, you'll catch him setting up the canopy for every event as well as preparing the pamphlets and table for the day. Handling the technological side of Patriot Point, Zach ensures the community is consistently aware with annual newsletter updates. Zach is currently twenty years of age and MIDN 3/C (Midshipman 3rd class) of the NROTC (Navy Reserves Officer Training Corps) Department at Texas A&M University where he is studying Industrial Distribution with a hopeful minor in Leadership or Military Studies where he plans to commission as an officer in the United States Navy.
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Counseling Services
Logan Baughman III
Having served in the United States Army, Logan graduated from the University of Southern California (USC) with a Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) as a Veteran's counselor, more specifically with the subspecialty for Veterans and military families. For more information and to schedule a time or meeting please contact Patriot Point directly by email or by the social media page.
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