Molly Marine, Parris Island, SC
Posted by: YoSam.
N 32° 20.969 W 080° 40.551
17S E 530501 N 3579220
Statue to represent ALL women who wore the Eagle, Globe and Anchor.
Waymark Code: WM4C1N
Location: South Carolina, United States
Date Posted: 08/04/2008
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Text on Plaque with statue:
MOLLY MARINE
On November 10, 1943, just months after the birth of Women Marines, the city of New Orleans dedicated the first United States monument of a woman in service uniform" "Molly Marine." A local recruiter commissioned the statue to help recruit women during World War II. Renowned artist Enrique Alferez, a Mexican immigrant who wanted to be a Marine, donated his services. Due to wartime restrictions, the statue was cast in concrete. The local Marine Corps League adopted Molly, raising funds in 1966 and 1988 to have her refurbished and coated in bronze. In 1998, the Molly Marine Restoration Society was formed by the Marine Corps League, Marine Support Group of New Orleans, and Women Marine Association to restore and preserve Molly in perpetuity. This bronze is a replica of the original which still stands proudly in New Orleans.
Dedicated to
The Women Who Have Worn
The Eagle Globe and Anchor.Statue Erected by: Molly Marine Restoration Society, New Orleans.
Location of Statue: Blvd. de France, WM Park, Parris Island
Information needed to visit statue:
Marine Corps Museum is open daily 10:00 to 4:30, closed New Year's, Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas. All visitors are subject to military regulations while on the Depot and access is dependent upon prevailing security measures. You may obtain a day pass at the gate by presenting a driver's license, vehicle registration and proof of insurance. For more information contact the Marine Museum, 1.843.228.2951. A walking tour of the monuments, and memorials is also available.