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Leon J. Topalian, Chair, President, and CEO of Nucor, Joins GWOTMF Board of Directors

Today the Global War on Terrorism Memorial Foundation announced that Leon Topalian, Chair, President, and CEO of Nucor Corporation, the largest steel producer in the United States, will join the GWOTMF Board of Directors. “I have been blessed to get to know Leon. His profound respect for those who have served in the Global War […]

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Global War on Terrorism Memorial Foundation Announces Three Personnel Actions

Today the Global War on Terrorism Memorial Foundation announced two personnel additions and a transition: “The Foundation team continues to grow by welcoming people of high character, unquestioned dedication, and proven selfless service,” said Foundation President and CEO Michael “Rod” Rodriguez. “David and Jennifer will undoubtedly enhance our efficiency and overall mission effectiveness, while Krista’s […]

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NUCOR ANNOUNCES LARGEST SINGLE GIFT TO GLOBAL WAR ON TERRORISM MEMORIAL FOUNDATION

Nucor announced at With Honor Action’s biennial gala that it will provide funds and the steel to build the GWOT Memorial on the National Mall Washington, D.C. — Oct. 25, 2023 – Last night at With Honor Action’s biennial dinner with the bipartisan veterans who serve in the For Country Caucus in Congress, Nucor Corporation, […]

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How a Fort Liberty Gold Star spouse is involved in National GWOT Memorial design

Article by Rachael Riley | Link to Full Article Service members, veterans, family members and civilians have until Tuesday to have a say in the design process for a new memorial that will be displayed on the National Mall.   The Global War on Terrorism Memorial Foundation, which was started by veterans in 2015 to […]

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PiZetta Media Discusses GWOT Memorial with CEO Michael Rodriguez: A Tribute to Service and Sacrifice

In this insightful podcast, PiZetta Media interviews Michael Rodriguez, the President and CEO of the Global War on Terrorism Memorial Foundation. They delve into the Foundation’s mission, established in 2015, to honor all those touched by the GWOT and create a Memorial on the National Mall. The interview discusses a range of topics, including how […]

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A memorial to the war on terror is coming. Here is why you should care.

By Elliot Ackerman and Jennifer Ballou | Link to Full Article Elliot Ackerman, a Marine veteran and author, and Jennifer Ballou, an Army veteran and Gold Star wife, are the co-chairs of the Global War on Terrorism Memorial Foundation’s Design Advisory Council. “I can’t imagine what you went through over there …” Most veterans of the Global War […]

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Global War on Terrorism Memorial Foundation Announces Historic Public Input Campaign “Help Design History”

Campaign marks the first time Americans can provide design input for Memorial on the National Mall Today the Global War on Terrorism Memorial Foundation announced a first-of-its-kind public input campaign, “Help Design History”. The campaign invites the public to share design insight for the National Global War on Terrorism Memorial, which will be built on […]

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Marlon Blackwell Architects selected to design Global War on Terrorism Memorial on the National Mall

By Chris Walton Marlon Blackwell Architects has been selected to design the Global War on Terrorism Memorial on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. The Global War on Terrorism Memorial Foundation (GWOTMF). As AN reported in May, five finalists were chosen from an initial list of 177 firms through a unique partnership process.  From the initial 177 firms identified in Summer 2022, the […]

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AU alumnus to design Global War on Terrorism Memorial in Washington

Marlon Blackwell, an Auburn University alumnus and award-winning architect, has been selected to design the future Global War on Terrorism Memorial on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. The Global War on Terrorism Memorial Foundation is a nonprofit organization that veterans, military spouses and supportive Americans founded in 2015. The foundation’s goal is to plan, […]

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Fayetteville-based Marlon Blackwell Architects chosen to design memorial in nation’s capital

by Ryan Anderson Marlon Blackwell Architects of Fayetteville has been selected to design the Global War on Terrorism Memorial in Washington, D.C. More than 175 firms were evaluated by the Global War on Terrorism Memorial Foundation’s board of directors, with 17 eligible designers presented to the design advisory board before narrowing the field to five finalists […]

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