A Look Back At The Beirut Bombing

The Beirut Bombing and its Impact

• Occurred on October 23rd, 1983
• 241 American servicemen died in the bombing
• Carried out by an Iranian National
• Largest loss of life for the Marine Corps since Iwo Jima in 1945
• Marine Corporal Mott Camera was one of the victims

Alisa Camera's Reaction and Loss

• Alisa Camera's brother, Marine Corporal Mott Camera, was killed in the bombing
• Alisa received the news from home about her brother's death
• The loss of her brother was devastating and life-changing
• Alisa was shocked to learn that her brother was killed by a terrorist bomber
• The loss of her brother motivated her to take action

The Creation of the American Brother Foundation

• Alisa Camera founded the American Brother Foundation
• The foundation is a nonprofit organization
• Its purpose is to provide scholarships to children of military families
• Alisa recognized the need for support in military families
• The foundation honors Marine Corporal Mott Camera's memory

Remembering Marine Corporal Mott Camera

• Alisa Camera carries on her brother's memory
• Marine Corporal Mott Camera served his country with courage and honor
• He sacrificed his life for the freedom of the country he loved
• Alisa wants her brother to be remembered as someone who loved and died for their country
• She emphasizes the importance of remembering his service and dedication

The Documentary and Keeping the Memory Alive

• The American Brother Foundation is producing a documentary
• The documentary focuses on the Marines in Beirut from 1982 to 1984
• Alisa Camera aims to preserve the memory of the Marines' service
• The documentary aims to educate and raise awareness about their experiences
• Keeping the memory alive ensures their sacrifice is not forgotten.