Montford Point Marines ATL 5k

Saturday, August 26, 2023 Past event

7:30 AM EDT

Smyrna, Georgia

$38.10 · 1 race

5km

Event summary

Join us for the inaugural Montford Point Marines ATL 5K on Saturday, August 26, 2023, in Smyrna, Cobb! This exciting event honors the legacy of the Montford Point Marines, the first training base for African-American Marines, which operated from 1942 to 1949. As we celebrate Montford Point Marines Day, established by the US Senate in 2010, participants will have the unique opportunity to pay tribute to the bravery and dedication of those who overcame prejudice and segregation. Lace up your running shoes and be part of this meaningful race that combines community spirit and history, all while enjoying a beautiful 5K course!

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Montford Point ATL 5k

Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt

Starting at Brinkley Park in Smyrna

7:30 AM EDT

$38.10

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Organiser's description

Join us for our inaugural Montford Point Marine ATL 5k. Montford Point was the first training base for African-American Marines. The segregated training ground existed from 1942 to 1949. In 2010, the US Senate designated August 26 as Montford Point Marines Day in honor of those Marines who displayed immense courage through times of prejudice and segregation because of their unconditional dedication to contribute to the betterment of their country.