Skip to content
MARINE CORPS HERITAGE CENTER

Explore Our Monuments and Memorials


SFMC Back Exterior (3)

Honoring Courage, Service, and Sacrifice

Semper Fidelis Memorial Park is more than a scenic landscape—it is a living tribute to Marines, their families, and the legacy of service that defines the Corps. Scattered throughout the park are monuments and memorials that commemorate Marines from every era of American history, from World War I to present-day operations. Each one tells a unique story of sacrifice, heroism, and esprit de corps, offering visitors a deeply personal connection to the history preserved within the National Museum of the Marine Corps.

A Place of Reflection

As you walk the park’s paths, each monument serves as a reminder of the values and experiences that shape the Marine Corps. Some honor legendary leaders like Lieutenant General Lewis B. “Chesty” Puller and Lieutenant General John A. Lejeune. Others recognize units such as the 3rd Battalion, 26th Marines, or the “Purple Foxes” of HMM-364, whose service and sacrifice span decades of conflict. Still others, like the Sgt. Reckless Memorial and the Fallen Warrior Monument, reflect stories of individual valor and the bonds Marines share with one another.

Preserving Stories for Generations

Together, the monuments and memorials of Semper Fidelis Memorial Park ensure that future generations will remember the Marines who stood watch, who fought bravely, and who gave their lives in defense of our nation.

Below you’ll find a complete listing of the monuments and memorials, each accompanied by photos and detailed descriptions.