Find out the latest on the production of The Traveling Beirut Memorial Wall, as well as fundraising and scheduled stops!
While The Beirut Traveling Memorial Wall is still in the planning stages with the exact scale yet to be determined, the foundation will have it fashioned as a replica of the permanent wall in Jacksonville.
We have received approval from the City of Jacksonville to duplicate The Beirut Memorial Wall. Additionally, Nick has received permission and the blessing of the sculptor/artist to recreate the statue with The Traveling Beirut Memorial
Wall!
We are in budget and design stages of creating The Traveling Beirut Memorial Wall and want to be up in running full force at the beginning of 2024!
Please consider donating to help us make this dream a reality! All funds raised through our non-profit organization will be used to purchase supplies to build the Traveling Wall.
We will keep everyone updated on our progress through our Facebook page and here on the website.
Take the 273 Challenge!
Honor the Fallen. Preserve Their Legacy.
Every name tells a story. Every donation helps ensure those stories are never forgotten.
The 273 Challenge honors the 273 American service members who lost their lives in Beirut between 1982 and 1984. By making a $273 tax-deductible donation—representing $1 for each fallen hero—you directly support the construction and nationwide journey of The Traveling Beirut Memorial Wall.
As a thank-you for your support, each $273 donation automatically enters you into a raffle to win a SiA Peacekeeper AR-15 (5.56/.223). No separate raffle registration is required—your donation receipt serves as your entry.
Drawing Details
- Date: October 23, 2026
- Location: Beirut Memorial, Camp Lejeune, Jacksonville, North Carolina
Raffle Requirements
- Must be legally eligible to own a firearm in your state.
- Must pass all required background checks.
- Firearm transfer must be completed through a licensed Federal Firearms License (FFL) dealer in the winner’s state in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Your participation does more than enter you for a chance to win—it helps ensure the sacrifices of these 273 heroes are remembered for generations to come.
Make your $273 donation today and help us continue Driving the Story Home. Click to Donate!
🇺🇸 Take the 273 Challenge. Honor Their Legacy. 🇺🇸 Between 1982 and 1984, 273 American service members made the ultimate sacrifice in Beirut. Their stories deserve to be remembered. The 273 Challenge is your opportunity to help preserve their legacy while supporting The Traveling Beirut Memorial Wall. 🎖 Donate $273 ($1 for each fallen service member) 🎖 You'll automatically be entered into the raffle for a SiA Peacekeeper AR-15 (5.56/.223), subject to all applicable federal and state laws. Standard Issue Armory LLC 🎖 Every donation helps bring this memorial across the country to educate, honor, and ensure these heroes are never forgotten. 📅 Drawing Date: October 23, 2026 📍 Beirut Memorial, Camp Lejeune, Jacksonville, NC Your support does more than enter you into a raffle—it helps keep the memories of 273 heroes alive for future generations. Donate today and be part of the mission: www.thetravelingbeirutmemorialwall.org #HonorTheirSacrifice #ComfortTheirBelovedLeftBehind #NeverEverForget #SemperFidelis #DrivingTheStoryHome #ttbmw #TheTravelingBeirutMemorialWall #273Challenge #HonorThe273 #SupportOurVeterans #Beirut1983 #RememberTheFallen #MilitaryHistory #GoldStarFamilies
Something BIG is on the horizon... We've been working behind the scenes on something that means a lot to us and soon, we'll finally be able to share it with you. This announcement is more than just news. It's another step in our mission to honor those who served, preserve their stories, and bring history to communities across the country. Stay tuned... you won't want to miss what's coming. 🇺🇸 Follow our page and turn on notifications so you're among the first to hear the announcement! #TheyCameinPeace #DrivingtheStoryHome #HonorTheFallen #TTBMW #TheTravelingBeirutMemorialWall #HonorTheirSacrifice #ComfortTheirBelovedLeftBehind #NeverEverForget #SemperFidelis
A Message of Love and Support ❤️ Our hearts are with our Vice President and Founder, Rick Heald, and his family as they grieve the heartbreaking loss of his son. Rick has dedicated countless hours to ensuring the service and sacrifice of others are never forgotten. Today, we ask our community to surround him and his loved ones with the same compassion and support that he has shown so many. Please keep Rick and his family in your thoughts and prayers during this incredibly difficult time. We know the road ahead will not be easy, but we hope they find strength in the love of family, friends, and this amazing community. On behalf of everyone at The Traveling Beirut Memorial Wall, we extend our deepest condolences. We stand beside you, Rick.
We're Making Progress — Thanks to You! 🇺🇸 We are proud to share that we have now reached $37,847.48 toward our $100,000 goal needed to complete the Memorial Wall construction phase of The Traveling Beirut Memorial Wall project. Together, we can ensure their names, their stories, and their service live on for generations to come. Thank you to everyone who has donated, shared our mission, and helped keep their legacy alive. If you'd like to be part of this historic project, please consider making a tax-deductible donation today. ❤️ $37,847.48 raised 🎯 $100,000 goal 🇺🇸 Every donation makes a difference Donate Today: https://thetravelingbeirutmemorialwall.org #TheTravelingBeirutMemorialWall #TTBMW #HonorTheFallen #NeverForget #Beirut1983 #Veterans #MilitaryHistory #SupportOurMission #MemorialWall #DonateToday #TogetherWeCan #TheyCameInPeace
A Heartfelt Thank You to Smithville, MO American Legion Riders Post #58 🇺🇸 We are incredibly grateful to the members of Smithville Legion Riders #58 for their generous donation of $2,730 to The Traveling Beirut Memorial Wall. This contribution brings us one step closer to our mission. The dedication and support shown by veteran organizations like yours help ensure that the sacrifices of these heroes are remembered and that future generations understand the price of freedom. Thank you for believing in our mission and helping us preserve the legacy of those who gave everything while serving our nation. #TravelingBeirutMemorialWall #TheyCameInPeace #AmericanLegionRiders #VeteranSupport #Beirut1983 #HonorTheirLegacy #NeverForget #ThankYou
