Defenders of Liberty
At The Run of Hope Liberty Torch Relay, we proudly honor some of America’s most respected military leaders as Honorary Liberty Torchbearers.
35 have confirmed, with more to be announced.
These men and women, retired and active, embody humility, courage, dedication, and sacrifice. They represent the very best of leadership and service, setting the standard for this historic relay.
We are honored that these defenders of liberty will carry the Liberty Torch in The World’s Most Patriotic Relay.
Lt. General (R) Terry Ferrell
Maj. General (R) Maureen Banavige
Maj. General Miguel Aguilar
Lt. General (R) Leonard Kosinski
Maj. General Charles Lombardo
Maj. General (R) Tom Harwood
R. Admiral (R) Bruce Loveless
Brig. General (R) James Dienst
Lt. General (R) Daniel Karbler
R. Admiral (R) Annie Andrews
R. Admiral (R) Richard Landolt
Admiral Scott (R) Swift
Brig. General (R) Rock Donahue
R. Admiral (R) Melissa Bert
Brig. General (R) Shawn Campbell
Lt. General (R) Gina Grosso
R. Admiral (R) Pete Vasely
Maj. General (R) Bryan Teff
Brig. General Mark Denton
Maj. General (R) Bryan Owens
Brig. General (R) Mitchell Richardson
Brig. General Martin Jung
Maj. General Gary Keefe
Maj. General (R) Greg Mosser
Lt. General (R) Karl Gingrich
Brig. General (R) Dana Simmons
R. Admiral (R) Marc Pelaez
Maj. General (R) Daniel Ammerman
Lt. General (R) Lawrence Nicholson
Maj. General (R) Stephen Hogan
Brig. General (R) Geoffrey Weiss
Lt. General (R) David Nahom
Maj. General (R) Jim Camp
Lt. General (R) Shaun Morris