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Images and Artifacts
Arva Marie Johnson at Her Post
Arva Marie Johnson began her career as a Capitol Police Officer in 1974.
Image courtesy of Arva Marie Johnson, provided by Office of History and Preservation, Office of the Clerk, U.S. House of Representatives
Arva Marie Johnson’s Retirement
Upon her retirement in 2007, the Capitol Police Force honored Arva Marie Johnson’s 32 years of service.
Image courtesy of Arva Marie Johnson, provided by Office of History and Preservation, Office of the Clerk, U.S. House of Representatives
Arva Marie Johnson, 2007
After a 32-year career, Arva Marie Johnson retired to enjoy spending time with her family.
Image courtesy of Office of History and Preservation, Office of the Clerk, U.S. House of Representatives
House Resolution 144
On February 8, 2007, the House introduced House Resolution 144 honoring, “the life and accomplishments of Arva ‘Marie’ Johnson.”
Image courtesy of Arva Marie Johnson, provided by Office of History and Preservation, Office of the Clerk, U.S. House of Representatives
The First Female Capitol Police Officers
One of the first female Capitol Police Officers, Arva Marie Johnson was also the first African-American woman to serve on the force.
Image courtesy of Arva Marie Johnson, provided by Office of History and Preservation, Office of the Clerk, U.S. House of Representatives