This year marks the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks. Phyllis Wilson, president of the Military Women’s Memorial, will discuss the decision to walk 174 miles in honor of the 174 women killed in action during the Global War on Terror. Phyllis Wilson, a retired Chief Warrant Officer 5, served for more than 37 years in the U.S. Army and U.S. Army Reserve in several echelons ranging from tactical to strategic. She continues to serve the military community as president of the Military Women’s Memorial, home of the only historical repository documenting all military women’s service. The Military Women’s Memorial believes in honoring the women who have served in our nation’s armed forces by preserving their place in American history.
Bio: Phyllis Wilson is the president of the Military Women’s Memorial. She is a retired U.S. Army Chief Warrant Officer 5. She has served in every echelon from tactical to strategic and has deployed in support of the global war on terror.
The Military Women’s Memorial honors and tells the stories of women, past and present, who serve our nation. It is the leading memorial and education center honoring women’s contributions to the service of our nation.
As the only historical repository documenting all military women’s service, the Military Women’s Memorial educates and inspires through innovative and interactive exhibitions, our world-class collections, and engaging programs and events for all generations. We honor the commitment, contributions and experiences of every woman who serves in, or with, the Armed Forces.
