One of the primary goal of the RVETS pilot project is to map and publicize all American war memorial sites using data collected over many years and curated by disabled American Veteran and RVETS member Brian Rooney.
Interactive Web maps will enable broad dissemination of the memorial site locations, their descriptions and other details such as their physical condition. A team of volunteers armed with mobile data collectors will support Mr. Rooney in his mission by collecting updated information about existing sites and new sites. Information about all of these sites will be carefully curated and become available to the general public through interactive and engaging web maps with photos, descriptions, links, directions and other information.
With cutting-edge web and mobile GIS technology, the enthusiastic cooperation of valuable partners and contributors, and the technical support and resources provided by Burns & McDonnell, Mr. Rooney will be able to get closer to realizing his long-held dream and personal mission to increase the visibility of all memorial sites in memory of all those who have served and sacrificed for their country.
