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) David Nahom
Lt. General (R) Terry Ferrell
Maj. General (R) Bryan Owens
Maj. General (R) Tom Harwood
Lt. General (R) Karl Gingrich
Brig. General (R) Geoffrey Weiss
Maj. General (R) Stephen Hogan
Maj. General (R) Greg Mosser
Lt. General (R) Gina Grosso
R. Admiral (R) Melissa Bert
Maj. General (R) Maureen Banavige
Lt. General (R) Daniel Karbler
Brig. General (R) Shawn Campbell
Lt. General (R) Leonard Kosinski
Maj. General Charles Lombardo
Admiral Scott (R) Swift
R. Admiral (R) Richard Landolt
Brig. General (R) James Dienst
Lt. General (R) Shaun Morris
Maj. General (R) Jim Camp
Maj. General Miguel Aguilar
R. Admiral (R) Annie Andrews
Brig. General (R) Dana Simmons
Maj. General Gary Keefe
Brig. General (R) Rock Donahue
R. Admiral (R) Patrick Hayden
R. Admiral (R) Marc Pelaez
Maj. General (R) Daniel Ammerman
Brig. General Mark Denton
R. Admiral (R) Bruce Loveless
Maj. General (R) Bryan Teff
Brig. General Martin Jung
Brig. General (R) Mitchell Richardson
Lt. General (R) Lawrence Nicholson