More Marines were recruited out of St. Louis than any other city as the United States prepared for and fought in WWI. The Battle of Belleau Wood was a significant battle that proved the Marine Corps was a fighting force to be reckoned with. 100 years later, a memorial service will be held to honor those who gave their lives during the war. Speakers including: A St. Louis' Marine (Ret), USMC Historian, The Mayor of St. Louis, and Commanding Officer of Recruiting Station St. Louis will honor and remember these great lives.