Sacrifices honored during 69th anniversary of Battle of Iwo Jima [Image 3 of 5]

IWO TO, TOKYO, JAPAN

03.19.2014

Photo by Lance Cpl. Anne Henry 

III Marine Expeditionary Force   

Japanese distinguished visitors lay a wreath March 19 during the annual Reunion of Honor ceremony. This year’s ceremony commemorated the 69th anniversary of the battle on Iwo To, formerly known as Iwo Jima, Japan. In addition to honoring the sacrifices of those who fought in the Battle of Iwo Jima, the Reunion of Honor symbolized the continuous efforts between Japan and the U.S. in strengthening a relationship dedicated to peace and prosperity, according to Ichiro Aisawa, a member of the House of Representatives of Japan and the president of Parliamentary League for Iwo Jima.

• Date Taken: 03.19.2014
• Date Posted: 03.20.2014 02:52
• Photo ID: 1190802
• VIRIN: 140312-M-GX379-007
• Resolution: 5760x3840
• Size: 12.17 MB
• Location: IWO TO, TOKYO, JP