I had a feeling that was what is was to represent, maybe eyesore is a little strong. I was down in Quantico in September, I could also see it from I95...it didn't "grab me" But, like I said in my first post, I'm all for a Marine Memorial..and if I am ever visiting, I will certainly donate to the cause of keeping it running...
You don't have to be there to donate. Check out www.marineheritage.org We signed up a few months ago and later made a contribution in memory of a Marine who died recently at the young age of 50, rather than send flowers. Her name will be entered on the Honor Roll which her parents will be able to see when they visit. Her Dad was a Marine in Korea so this means a great deal to them. Memorializing our Marines in this way is a great way to support the museum and acknowledge their service to their country.
I'll admit that I didn't "get it" until I saw a picture of the Iwo Jima flag raising underneath a picture of the building. DOH! Art, fart, whatever, it's impressive. Kinda like Marines powered by MRE's.