In memory of nine USMC Raiders who, by order of Japanese Vice Adm. Koso Abe, were beheaded near this location on Oct. 16, 1942. The Marines were captured following their participation in the Aug. 17-18 raid on Makin Island, and were brought to Kwajalein and held as prisoners of war until their execution.
Installation Date:
01 Jan 2001
Memorial War Era(s):
- WWII
Memorial Condition:
Good
Location:
East of Lagoon Road and north of 9th Street