Marshall resources
  • Listen to George C. Marshall reminiscing about his life through a number of sound recordings provided through the 20th Century Virginia Role Models project. The project also provides a timeline of Marshall’s life.
  • Listen to audio of George C. Marshall’s speech proposing what became known as the “Marshall Plan.”
  • George C. Marshall won the 1953 Nobel Peace Prize. The official Nobel site provides Marshall’s remarks upon his acceptance of the award, the only time a career soldier has been recognized with the prestigious prize.
  • The Library of Congress exhibit celebrating the fiftieth anniversary of the Marshall Plan
  • The George C. Marshall International Center, located at the Marshalls’ home in Leesburg, Virginia, exists to preserve the home and further the legacy of Marshall.
  • George C. Marshall Foundation is the main repository of information about George C. Marshall and is located on the grounds of his alma mater, Virginia Military Institute.
  • Although Marshall’s life has been covered in a number of biographical films, you may not realize that his character also appears in the opening sequence of the blockbuster movie, Saving Private Ryan. Read the script.
  • Find a compilation of facts and online summaries about Marshall and his career at Answers.com.

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