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    Belleau Wood Ceremony [Image 9 of 10]

    Belleau Wood Ceremony

    The Memorial Day ceremony at Aisne-Marne American Cemetery as seen from the woods of Belleau, the historic battlegrounds of The Battle of Belleau Wood, May 26. To celebrate Memorial Day, and to mark the 95th anniversary of the historic Battle of Belleau Wood, U.S. Marines with their French counterparts gathered at Aisne-Marne American Cemetery to commemorate their fallen heroes, May 26. The event was held in the memorial cemetery that lies outside of the historic grounds of Belleau Wood and featured the laying of wreathes, a firing of volleys, the playing of "TAPS," raising of the American and French national colors, and a concert by the French military band. The mayor of the village of Bellau along with other military officers and officials representing the U.S. and France were present. Participating units from the U.S. Marines included 5th Marine Regiment, Marine Security Guard Detachment, the Wounded Warrior Regiment and Marine Forces Europe and Africa. French units that participated in the ceremony included the 21st Marine Infantry Regiment and the Musique Principale des Troupes de Marines.

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    Date Taken: 05.26.2013
    Date Posted: 05.28.2013 05:33
    Photo ID: 941203
    VIRIN: 130526-M-XI134-015
    Resolution: 5616x3744
    Size: 13.58 MB
    Location: BELLEAU, FR

    Web Views: 230
    Downloads: 20

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