On This Day: Lebanese Civil War: The U.S. Marines Corps barracks in Beirut is hit by a truck... (1983)

On October 23, 1983: Lebanese Civil War: The U.S. Marines Corps barracks in Beirut is hit by a truck bomb, killing 241 U.S. military personnel. A French Army barracks in Lebanon is also hit that same morning, killing 58 troops.

This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of history. Consider using it when preaching about history.