Semper Fidelis
Website: United States Marine Corps
Military Rank: Master Sergeant E-8

Boot Camp

Though we do not know where Knowle was born or grew up, it is safe to assume that perhaps he was born/grew up on the east coast. If this were the fact, he would have gone to boot camp at Parris Island, South Carolina. (website)

Time Served

The exact time Knowle Rohrer spent with the United States Marine Corps is unknown. What we do know is that Knowle served with John Doggett and the 24th MAU (Marine Amphibious Unit) over in Beirut, Lebanon. This would mean that he was also involved in the 1983 terrorist bombing at the Marine barracks in Beirut, Lebanon with John Doggett and Shannon McMahon.

Beirut 1983

The bombing of the Marine Barracks, which were at the Beirut International Airport, happened on October 23, 1983 at 06:22. A truck loaded with explosives crashed through the security perimiter killing 241 U.S. Military personnel, and seriously wounding 80. The majority died while sleeping, or were crushed when the building collapsed. The wounded Marines were flown to West Germany for medical care, and were visted two days later on October 25th by the Commandant of Marine Corps. The 24th MAU was relieved by the 22nd MAU on November 19, 1983.

Fellow Marines

The picture to your right is of the 24th MAU. From left to right: Shannon McMahon, Ryan Bracker, Knowle Rohrer, John Doggett, Steven Maeda, Roger Erickson.

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