With support from the University of Richmond

History News Network puts current events into historical perspective. Subscribe to our newsletter for new perspectives on the ways history continues to resonate in the present. Explore our archive of thousands of original op-eds and curated stories from around the web. Join us to learn more about the past, now.

Marines mark 25th anniversary of Beirut bombing

CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. — Marine Corps Commandant Gen. James T. Conway will deliver the Beirut memorial address marking the 25th anniversary of the Beirut barracks bombing.

The speech Thursday at the Camp Lejeune Memorial Gardens will be followed by a wreath laying and a private candlelight service.

Almost 250 American serviceman — including 220 Marines — were killed when two truck bombs struck the Marine barracks in 1983. Another 60 Americans were injured.
Read entire article at AP