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Acquired by the government with the rest of Camp Lejeune, Montford Point became the site of the first training camp for African American Marines. Executive Order 8802, issued by President Franklin Roosevelt on June 25, 1941, ensured full participa…
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Federal gunboat Ellis attacked this town Nov. 23, 1862, then ran aground downstream. It was abandoned under Confederate crossfire.
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Onslow County,
The City of Jacksonville and WCTI-TV 12
honor the men and women of
Eastern North Carolina
who served in Operation Desert Storm.
This tribute serves as a lasting reminder of
your excellence performed in the line of duty,
and the de…
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First Marker:"Dedicated to the brave souls who freely gave their lives while defending our freedom. They live on in our memory, may they rest in peace."
Marine Corps Air Station New River was founded in 1944 World War II, and during each of the…
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Steel Beam From World Trade CenterDedicated July 4, 2003Presented by The Fire Family Transport Foundation of the NYC Fire DepartmentFor the 343 Firefighters who fought a Battle in New York City on September 11, 2001To the Marines who honored them …
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Honoring the menwho gave their lives in Lebanon1982 - 1984May we always rememberthose who are readyto protect our freedom
Commissioned bythe people of JacksonvilleNorth CarolinaDedicatedOctober 23, 1986On the back of the marker is engraved:They…
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Recruit training depot for black Marines, 1942-49. Renamed 1974 Camp Johnson for Sgt. Maj. Gilbert Johnson, drill instructor. One mi. SE.