Washington, D.C. – The National Desert Storm War Memorial Association (NDSWM) is pleased to announce the Memorial’s design concept has been approved by the Commission of Fine Arts.
Concept Approval is an important step toward remembering the service and sacrifice of America’s brave men and women during Operation Desert Storm and Desert Shield. Final Design Approval is the next step to make this permanent memorial in Washington D.C. a reality.
Final Design will include detailing quotes, fonts, images, bronze sculptures, and carvings for the Operation Desert Storm and Desert Shield Memorial.
Today, the United States lacks a national memorial dedicated to the courage and sacrifice of its Armed Forces who honorably fought in Operation Desert Shield and Desert Storm. The National Desert Storm War Memorial Association’s goal is for completion of the Memorial to coincide with the 30th Anniversary of Operation Desert Storm, in 2021.
Our efforts have received support from United States Presidents, United States Senators, United States Representatives, military commanders, veterans and their families, and other grateful American citizens.
A press conference this week will feature the design’s unveiling and offer a comprehensive view for Washington D.C.’s next monument.
Scott Stump, CEO and President of NDSWM said, “I, along with our entire team are grateful to receive Concept Approval for the National Desert Storm & Desert Shield Memorial from the Commission of Fine Arts. Our team has dedicated the past 12 months to develop the Memorial’s iconic and timeless design. Our eternal thanks go out to the entire design team, along with the Commission of Fine Arts, and the National Park Service for helping us reach this very important milestone.”
Roughly 600,000 American troops were deployed in support of both Operation Desert Shield and Desert Storm, and nearly 400 died. Thousands more were injured.
The war was the result of aggressive action by Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein, who invaded Kuwait. American and allied forces challenged Hussein and won handily. These forces were led by General Norman Schwarzkopf, Jr.
