Gregory F. Murphy U.S. House of Representatives from North Carolina's 3rd district | Official U.S. House Headshot
Gregory F. Murphy U.S. House of Representatives from North Carolina's 3rd district | Official U.S. House Headshot
Congressman Greg Murphy has issued a statement marking the 41st anniversary of the Marine Barracks Bombing in Beirut, Lebanon. The bombing, which occurred on October 23, 1983, resulted in the loss of 241 service members, most of whom were deployed from Camp Lejeune.
"Today is a solemn day as we remember the 241 service members, the majority deployed from Camp Lejeune, who lost their lives in the Beirut Bombing of 1983," said Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. "This tragedy is the deadliest single-day attack on the U.S. Marines since the Battle of Iwo Jima in World War II."
Murphy also noted that justice had been served to Fuad Shukr, identified as the mastermind behind the attack. Shukr was eliminated by Israeli forces on July 30 this year.
"As we remember the selfless heroes who sacrificed their lives in service to our nation, I ask you to join me in praying for the continued peace and healing of their families," Murphy added.
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