Beirut Memorial Observance Cements Grief and Hope
Debbie Horner, who lost her first husband in the 1983 Beirut barracks attack that killed 241 Marines and sailors, stands with her new husband Eric during the Beirut Memorial Observance in Jacksonville. The ceremony honors the victims from Camp Lejeune and New River Air Station. two unidentified women console each other as Marine Gunnery Sgt. Jeff Bernet wipes away tears.
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Unannounced military drill alarms Raleigh officials
Raleigh officials investigated an unreported military exercise described as a mock attack on the Catawba Nuclear Power Plant near York South Carolina. The operation featured helicopters rappelling and small arms fire while authorities learned of the event after 8 p.m. on September 15. The DoD and state agencies were notified only later, prompting concern over the timing and lack of prior warning.
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War on terrorism waged in air base hangars in S C
Charleston Air Force Base crews work around the clock to ready C 17 cargo planes. A recent engine change and inspections show rapid turnaround with 90 on crew rotations across two shifts. Reserve mechanics assist as 65 airmen support 12 hour days.
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