"THE MEMORIAL FOR THE TROOPS"
PHASE TWO
UPDATE 07-16-2011
We have now entered Phase two. It's never too late to become part of a great project and we need your help. The Central Command Memorial structure is 95% complete at MacDill AFB. It stands proudly in front of two new additions to MacDill, namely the CENTCOM BUILDING and the JOINT INTELLIGENCE Command Headquarters Building.
This was the tough part with delays arising from the needs of the war extending as long as we have been in existence, the many changes in support personnel in both Washington and at the Command and the incredible modernization of the facilities at MacDill. Just when we got to make friends it seems they were off to the theatre. It's taken a long time since the project was first envisioned in the early part of the century. It's taken ten years. Our organization is strong and resolute in completing the mission and finally we can see the light.
The story will have a happy ending. Look what has happened. We will be situated in close proximity to the two main buildings. We have a beautiful lake right next door fitting in perfectly in both size and architectural composition. Pictures are scattered throughout this site. Construction of the new Centcom building is in the works, virtually a mirror of the Joint Intelligence building. Slated for the last quarter of 2011.
It adds a tremendous amount of depth to the project. The host engineering services provided by the 6th Air Wing were exemplary. When you see it, the lake, the new CENTCOM Headquarters building next to the Joint Intelligence Building and the Memorial make the total picture right.
The statuary will be in transit hopefully during the summer season before snows roll in from Colorado. These are male and female life sized figures and the resolution and the detailing is superb. The close up view of the bronzes will reveal the attention to detail down to the pictures of her family she carried in her helmet. Soldier and Mom, protector and provider.
You will see a watch on the mole gear of the kneeling Sargent. Note the time on his watch, it was the same in hours and minutes when the US was attacked in NY on 911. See "The Story of the Statues.
These representations were taken from troops who have served in the AOR and the detail captured by Scott Stearman is beyond imagination to be duplicated so authentically.
YOU CAN HELP
Your participation and support for our efforts would be appreciated by the survivor spouses, families, and friends of the men and women we honor, and the millions of Americans who need to hear the message of Honor, Courage, Commitment and sacrifice embodied in their experiences. To HELP plan your participation with the Memorial Foundation, please contact us by e-mail at info@centcommemorial.org or ajacobs2@tampabay.rr.com.
Donations:
The The Memorials Funding Is based on Individual and Corporate Tax Deductible Donations. No government dollars will be used in this project.
Matched Fund Donations:
Many corporations and law firms “match contributions” made by their employees, or their spouses, to Memorial or Educational Foundations. Some will also match contributions made by members of their Board of Directors. If you work for an employer that matches contributions your donation this is a great way to double or even triple your donation.
Fundraisers:
In order to finance the Memorial the Foundation would consider fund-raisers. Walks, Golf Tournaments and so forth that we may work jointly with you would be considered.
Media Coverage:
We would like to provide helpful links to other publications in which one might find information regarding the Foundation. If you would like information or have a link, contact us at our webmeister. ajacobs2@tampabay.rr.com
LOCATION
MacDill is a former Air Force bomber training facility located about eight miles south of downtown Tampa and hosts several strategic tenants. CENTCOM, SOCOM, NOAA, JIOC, and other groups and headquarters. The Air Force is tasked with the physical parameters and logistics of building a project such as this. The base is home to 6,000 military and civilian employees, 5,000 acres. Activated in 1941, The host is the 6th Air Mobility Wing, and the 6th Refueling Wing.
THE COMMAND ITSELF
Headquartered at MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa, Florida, the United States Central Command (CENTCOM) is one of nine Unified Combatant Commands assigned operational control of U.S. combat forces. Activated by President Ronald Reagan on Jan.1, 1983, CENTCOM is the permanent successor to the Rapid Deployment Joint Task Force.
A special thank you to our patrons and friends who realized there have been more pressing moments in Congress these past few years and we thank those who have supported the Memorial with patience, friendship and loyalty. You have been the heroes and helped us to get through the long process. Again, thank you ALL for your patience and support. It has taken longer than expected but we are diligent and pressing forth at every opportunity.
Mrs. Ellie Scarfone-Malanowski
President, Chairman of the Board
Mrs. Julia Baker
Vice President
David L. Troop
Treasurer
Alan Jacobson
Secretary, PR, WEB, COM, Local Contact
We need your help and the help of the community who are part of the support for our troops.
Your checks can be mailed to:
US CENTCOM Memorial Foundation
P. O. BOX 6095
MacDill AFB
Tampa, FL 33618
TAMPA BAY AREA
LOCAL INFORMATION (727) 812-8101
FAX (727) 231-0969
• WEBSITE BOOKMARK www.centcommemorial.org or .com
• WEBSITE EMAIL: info@centcommemorial.org
Webmeister: Our staff is small and our dedication huge, for links, fast answers, contacts, donations, pickups, any other support in the Tampa Bay Area, contact:
EMail: ajacobs2@tampabay.rr.com Local Phone (727) 812-8101