Marine Barracks Bombing: A Deadly Attack on Peacekeepers
Site Honors Fallen Soldiers and Sailors
Remembering the Beirut Memorial On Line
On October 23, 1983, a suicide bomber drove a truck packed with explosives into the U.S. Marine barracks in Beirut, Lebanon. The attack, carried out by the Islamic Jihad, claimed the lives of 241 American service members and 58 French paratroopers.
In the aftermath of the bombing, the Beirut Memorial On Line was created as a tribute to the fallen soldiers and sailors. The site features photographs, biographies, and personal stories of those who lost their lives in the attack.
The Beirut Memorial On Line is a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made by American peacekeepers around the world. It is a place where families and friends can come to remember their loved ones and to learn about the history of the bombing.
The withdrawal of American forces from Beirut was completed on February 26, 1984, two months after the bombing. The attack remains a tragic reminder of the dangers faced by peacekeepers and the sacrifices they make to protect others.
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