The Doughboy Foundation’s ‘REMEMBER US: The Fight for America’s World War I Memorial’ Wins Telly Awards Silver

Published: 24 July 2025

By Doughboy Foundation Staff

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The Doughboy Foundation’s ‘REMEMBER US: The Fight for America’s World War I Memorial’ video documentary chronicling the construction of the National World War I Memorial in Washington, DC has been named Silver Winner in the General Documentary category in the record breaking 44th Annual Telly Awards.

The Telly Awards honor excellence in video and television across all screens, and is judged by leaders from video platforms, television, streaming networks, production companies and including Adobe, BBC World Service, Netflix, Dow Jones, Complex Networks, Jennifer Garner, A&E Networks, Hearst Media, Nickelodeon, National Geographic Society, ESPN Films, RYOT, Partizan, and Vimeo.

Produced by Loma Media of San Diego, CA for the Doughboy Foundation, REMEMBER US showcases the campaign from idea to reality that delivered America’s National World War I Memorial, honoring the 4.7 Americans who served in uniform in World War I, and all Americans who supported them.  Conceived and constructed 100 years after the conflict, the Memorial’s story is an amazing triumph of inspired collaboration. Told through the words of those who made it happen, REMEMBER US is an insightful, inclusive and surprising story that both honors and emulates the nation’s decisive involvement in The War That Changed the World.

John DeBello

“It was a real pleasure to document a truly amazing effort,” said John DeBello, President & Chief Creative of Loma Media, who produced and directed the documentary. “Starting with nothing, a fascinating group of people overcame great odds to deliver a stunning national landmark. Told exclusively in their words, this story should resonate with every American.”

“The caliber of the work this season coming from creators such as Loma Media truly has reflected the theme of breaking out and standing out,” said Tellys Executive Director Sabrina Dridje. “Our industry is experimenting with new technologies like never before, crafting truly compelling stories to draw attention to some of the world’s most pressing issues, and companies big and small are turning to more sustainable practices to break the cycle of past production processes.”

Daniel Dayton

“It was the honor of my lifetime to have been associated with the development and construction of the National World War I Memorial in Washington, DC,” said Daniel S. Dayton, Chairman Emeritus of the Doughboy Foundation, and former Executive Director of the U.S. World War I Centennial Commission. “I’m delighted that the documentary detailing that process has been honored with this award.

“I hope all Americans have an opportunity to see it.”

The Tellys winners announcement caps a year-long celebration of creators and talent who truly stand out during a time when the ubiquity of screens brings more clutter than quality into our lives. These are the creators and innovators who spotlight diverse voices, who are building a more sustainable industry, and who break through the static with their creativity.

In function of this, a series of new categories were introduced to reflect and celebrate ways in which video is being used as a force for good and the ways in which emerging technologies are pushing the boundaries of innovation. New categories this season included Virtual Art Direction, Use of Motion Capture, and Digital Environments alongside new honors in Pro Bono, CSR, and Video Journalism to celebrate ethical, philanthropic, and educational work.

This was a record breaking year with nearly 13,000 entries from across the globe and top video and television content producers such as Airbnb, Audible, BET Networks/BET Digital, BritBox, Disney, FEMA, Gaumont, Golden State Warriors, MediaMonks, NASA, National Geographic Society, Netflix, Paramount, PBS Digital Studios and more.

A full list of the Telly Awards winners can be found at https://www.tellyawards.com/winners.

The Telly Awards is the premier award honoring video and television across all screens. Established in 1979, The Telly Awards receives over 12,000 entries from all 50 states and 5 continents. Entrants are judged by The Telly Awards Judging Council—an industry body of over 200 leading experts including advertising agencies, production companies, and major television networks, reflective of the multiscreen industry The Telly Awards celebrates. Partners of The Telly Awards include Green The Bid, SeriesFest, Video Consortium, Ghetto Film School, We Are Parable, Future of Film, NAB, Stash, NYWIFT, Production Hub with support from The Commercial Director’s Diversity Program.


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