Harold E. Wright was born and raised in Saint John and has been involved with the local heritage field for thirty-five years. He has written multiple books on local heritage and his work has received recognition at the international, national, and regional levels. He is a champion of recognizing and promoting veterans and their stories. This has included dozens of exhibits on veterans, television programs, and in 2012 the dedication of the Wade-Myles (aviation) Park at the former Millidgeville Airport.