Twenty-three years ago, on October 23, 1983, at least 241 U.S. Marines were murdered by Hezbollah in a suicide truck bombing in Lebanon.  These brave Marines were not stationed in Lebanon as occupiers. Instead, they were part of a peacekeeping mission.

Check out the Beirut Stamp Initiative at  http://www.beirutstamp.com/index1.html .. Their goal is to get a stamp memorializing these slain American peacekeepers before the 25th anniversary in 2008.

HT: Debbie Schlussel at http://www.debbieschlussel.com/

From the Troy Police Department…

Troy High School, Northfield Parkway and Long Lake, 10/23, 1030 hrs.

A student discovered a message scrawled on the stall in one of the women’s bathrooms.  It was poorly written but seems to reference the U.S. being bombed today (10/23).  The message also contained a reference to Troy High.  The police and administrative staff began investigating the situation and regular sweeps/searches were made of the school.  Nothing suspicious was located. Investigators do not believe the threat is credible, however additional police presence around and inside the school was implemented. The investigation continues in an effort to identify the responsible person or persons.  As the investigation develops, and in cooperation with the school district, additional security precautions, as well as police department response and level of presence will continue to be re-evaluated to insure a safe and secure environment..  School remained in session throughout Monday, and will be in session on Tuesday.