Stories
Stories, guides, and insights about life in Onslow County
History
The Montford Point Marines: Breaking the Color Barrier at Camp Lejeune
In 1942, the first African American Marines in U.S. history reported to a segregated camp in Onslow County. Their courage changed the Marine Corps forever.
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February 13, 2026266
History
Camp Lejeune: How World War II Built the Marine Corps' East Coast Home
In 1941, the Marines needed a massive new training base on the East Coast. They chose 174 square miles of Onslow County farmland and forest — and transformed it forever.
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February 4, 2026379