“As far as I am concerned, the press is one of my best inspectors general.”
The 2024 Award Gala: Spotlight on Ethical Leadership
On Friday, April 12, 2024, ethical leadership and generous support for the mission of the George C. Marshall International Center were once again in the spotlight.
Volunteer Profile: Tom Watson
Avid vegetable gardener Tom Watson, who grew up on a farm outside of Leesburg, has generously volunteered his time tending to Dodona’s gardens since 2020.
Marshall Center Releases 2023 Impact Report: “The Inspiration of Great Principles”
The George C. Marshall International Center today released The Inspiration of Great Principles: 2023 Impact Report of the George C. Marshall International Center, which highlights the organization’s work in telling the story of George C. Marshall, preserving historic Dodona Manor and inspiring leaders of today and tomorrow to live up to his example.
Marshall Center To Host Free Summer Leadership Camp for High School Students
On June 24-26, 2024, the George C. Marshall International Center will host Camp Marshall, a free summer leadership experience for interested high school students to learn about the center’s ethical leadership model and build teamwork skills in a fun, supportive environment. The camp will be held at Dodona Manor in Leesburg daily from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Jen Easterly to Receive Marshall Center’s Ethical Leadership Award
CISA Director to Be Honored During April 12 Gala
TIME(s) Change: Taylor Swift Chasing General Marshall?
You’ve probably heard by now that Taylor Swift was named TIME’s Person of the Year for 2023. But did you know that General Marshall received TIME’s annual honor twice?
Marshall Plan Tree Walk Opens With a Flare
Holiday Tree Display Open to Public Until January
Marshall’s 1953 Journey to Oslo and the Nobel Peace Prize
Modesty, Malady and a Powerful Message
Over 300 Guests Honor Nations’ Veterans at Dodona Manor
A beautiful fall day greeted a proud and patriotic crowd of military veterans, honored guests, families and friends who gathered at Dodona Manor to pay tribute to our nation’s veterans on November 11.
Thank You, Dodona Volunteers and Docents!
On a bright, breezy September afternoon, our team of volunteers and docents gathered to celebrate with us in recognition of their remarkable accomplishments over the last year.
Leesburg Nominated for World War II Heritage City Designation
In recognition of Leesburg’s contributions to the World War II effort, especially its historic ties to General George C. Marshall, Leesburg Mayor Kelly Burk has presented to the National Park Service (NPS) a proposal to designate the Town of Leesburg as an American World War II Heritage City.
Renaissance: Wood from 300-Year-Old Dodona Oak Tree Finds New Life
In 2016, when a mammoth white oak anchoring the front lawn at Dodona Manor had to be taken down due to disease, then-board member Joe May vowed to save the resulting wood.
“Two Gifts”: The Story of Marshall’s Willys Wagon
A unique gem preserved as a living reminder of General Marshall’s inspiring legacy, Dodona Manor provides visitors an opportunity to revisit a moment in time when American leadership saved democracy and preserved peace during troubled times.
Another Fabulous Fourth!
The Marshall Center was once again proud to participate in the Leesburg Independence Day parade on Tuesday with our replica of General Marshall’s green Willys Jeep Station Wagon in tow.
New Video: The Next Generation of Ethical Leaders
Students at the May 2023 Ethical Leadership Conference engage in a lively conversation.
A Leader for All Times
Despite wielding considerable power as a high-ranking general, George C. Marshall was never tempted to abuse it. He clearly understood a fundamental concept of power in a federal republic: our nation’s military is subject to the authority of an elected civilian chosen by the people, and that even in a time of war or great crisis, this system must direct the activities of the country.
Leadership is Alive and Well
While the Marshall Center rightly spends its time and energy sharing the powerful story of George C. Marshall and his impressive leadership legacy, we are incredibly fortunate to see examples of positive leadership all around us.
Marshall House Welcome Center Wins BAR Approval
A plan to build a welcome center on the grounds of George C. Marshall’s Leesburg home, Dodona Manor, cleared review by the town’s Board of Architectural Review last week.