On 18 October 2019 over 20 Beirut Veterans and Gold Star Family Members went to Parris Island, South Carolina to attend a Graduation of over 550 new Marines.
The Beirut Veterans and Gold Star Family Members were recognized at the 0800 morning colors and prior to the graduation.
After the graduation, a brief tour was conducted of the recruits' barracks and the Museum followed by a small buffet luncheon.