thedrifter
04-12-09, 07:08 AM
Anniversary memorial for 19 Marines killed in Marana crash
Nine years ago this week, 19 Marines died when their aircraft crashed in Marana.
On Saturday morning, a memorial was held at Marana Regional Airport -- to honor the lives lost.
Their names were read one-by-one, along with a rifle salute and taps.
On April 8th, 2000, the Marines were conducting a nighttime training mission when their Osprey aircraft went down -- killing everyone onboard.
Ellie
Nine years ago this week, 19 Marines died when their aircraft crashed in Marana.
On Saturday morning, a memorial was held at Marana Regional Airport -- to honor the lives lost.
Their names were read one-by-one, along with a rifle salute and taps.
On April 8th, 2000, the Marines were conducting a nighttime training mission when their Osprey aircraft went down -- killing everyone onboard.
Ellie