(e.g. yourname@email.com)

Forgot Password?

    Digital Visual Information Distribution System Logo

    Sgt. Rafael Peralta Navy Cross Ceremony [Image 21 of 35]

    Issued by: on
    VIRIN:
    Date Created:
    City:
    State:
    Country:
    A formal military ceremony is taking place outdoors, featuring a U.S. Navy officer in dress whites speaking at a podium bearing the 1st Marine Division insignia and the motto 'No Better Friend.' A U.S. Marine in dress blues stands at attention to the left, and multiple ceremonial flags are arranged in the background. The setting appears to be an official commemorative or change-of-command event associated with the 1st Marine Division (Guadalcanal).

    CAMP PENDLETON, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES

    06.08.2015

    Photo by Sgt. Luis Vega 

    1st Marine Division

    U.S. Navy Capt. Thomas Webber, Chaplain with 1st Marine Division, speaks before family members of the late Sgt. Rafael Peralta, during a Navy Cross Presentation Ceremony held in his honor aboard Camp Pendleton, Calif., June 8, 2015. Sgt. Rafael Peralta was awarded the Navy Cross posthumously after sacrificing his life by absorbing the brunt of the blast of an enemy grenade and shielding fellow Marines only feet away while serving with Regimental Combat Team 7 , 1st Marine Division in Fallujah, Iraq on November 15, 2004. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Luis Vega/Released)

    IMAGE INFO

    Date Taken: 06.08.2015
    Date Posted: 06.08.2015 22:08
    Photo ID: 1984119
    VIRIN: 150608-M-EP759-004
    Resolution: 5760x3840
    Size: 3.96 MB
    Location: CAMP PENDLETON, CALIFORNIA, US
    Web Views: 42
    Downloads: 8

    PUBLIC DOMAIN  

    This work, Sgt. Rafael Peralta Navy Cross Ceremony [Image 35 of 35], by GySgt Luis Vega, identified by DVIDS, must comply with the restrictions shown on https://www.dvidshub.net/about/copyright.

    GALLERY

    A formal U.S. Marine Corps ceremonial formation is taking place outdoors in front of a white colonial-style building. Marines in dress blue uniforms are standing at attention in a parade formation, with a color guard presenting the U.S. flag and Marine Corps colors. The scene appears to be an official military ceremony or parade deck event.
    A formal U.S. Marine Corps military ceremony is taking place outdoors, featuring a naval officer speaking at a wooden podium bearing the 1st Marine Division insignia and the motto 'No Better Friend, No Worse Enemy.' A Marine in dress uniform stands in the foreground, and multiple flags including the California state flag and unit colors are displayed. The setting appears to be at a military installation, likely Camp Pendleton.
    A formal military ceremony is taking place under a blue tent marked '1st Marine Division.' A civilian man in a dark suit with a red tie stands at attention in the foreground, while military personnel in various uniforms and civilians line up beneath the tent. The setting appears to be an outdoor parade ground or installation, likely at a U.S. Marine Corps base.
    A U.S. Marine in dress uniform renders a salute while a civilian woman in a white lace dress places her hand over her heart during what appears to be a formal military ceremony. A color guard bearing the U.S. flag and a Marine Corps unit flag stands in the background, along with a formation of Marines in dress uniforms. The setting appears to be an outdoor parade ground near a white colonial-style building.
    A woman in a white lace dress stands at what appears to be a military ceremony, visibly emotional with her hand covering her mouth. Behind her stands a U.S. Marine in dress tan uniform with service ribbons and white cover (hat). Additional uniformed Marines and flags are visible in the blurred background.
    A formal military ceremony is taking place outdoors, likely an award or medal presentation. A woman in a white lace dress is holding a presentation case, standing before a civilian official and a uniformed Marine officer, with a color guard displaying state flags in the background. The setting and attire suggest this may be a posthumous award ceremony or official military recognition event.
    A formal U.S. Marine Corps ceremony is taking place outdoors, likely at a military installation. A civilian man in a dark suit is embracing a woman in a white lace dress while a Marine in dress uniform stands at attention nearby. Multiple state and organizational flags are displayed in the background, and additional Marines in dress uniforms are positioned at the perimeter.
    A formal military ceremony appears to be taking place outdoors, likely a Navy Cross presentation. A woman in a white lace dress is holding a red presentation folder with a black case labeled 'Navy Cross,' suggesting she is receiving the award on behalf of a service member. A U.S. Marine in dress uniform stands behind her while a man in a dark suit faces her.
    A formal U.S. Marine Corps military ceremony is taking place outdoors in front of a white building. A senior non-commissioned officer in dress blues stands at attention in the foreground, while a color guard with the U.S. flag and a Marine Corps flag stands on a platform behind him. The personnel are in full dress uniform with white covers, red-striped trousers, and gold buttons.
    A man in a dark suit and tie stands at a wooden podium during a formal U.S. Marine Corps ceremony. The podium bears the insignia of the 1st Marine Division with the motto 'No Better Friend, No Worse Enemy' and references to Guadalcanal. A large array of state and military flags are displayed in the background.
    A formation of United States Marines in dress blue uniforms stands at attention on a parade ground in front of a white colonial-style building. The central figure, a Staff Sergeant or Gunnery Sergeant identifiable by chevron rank insignia and red trouser stripes, stands at parade rest with hands clasped behind the back. The scene appears to be a formal military ceremony or inspection.
    A U.S. Marine Corps officer in dress blues uniform is speaking at a wooden podium during a formal military ceremony. The podium bears the insignia of the 1st Marine Division with the text 'No Better Friend' and a reference to Guadalcanal. A large array of state and military flags are displayed in the background.
    A high-ranking U.S. Marine Corps officer in dress blues is speaking at a wooden podium during a formal military ceremony. The podium bears the insignia of the 1st Marine Division with the word 'Guadalcanal' and the motto 'No Better Friend.' Several Marines in dress uniforms are visible in the blurred background.
    A man in a dark suit with a red tie is speaking at a wooden podium during what appears to be a military ceremony. The podium bears the U.S. Marine Corps Eagle, Globe, and Anchor emblem along with the text 'No Better Friend' and a 1st Marine Division 'Guadalcanal' patch insignia. Marines in dress uniform are visible in the background to the left.
    A man in a dark suit with a red tie is speaking at a wooden podium bearing the insignia of the 1st Marine Division (USMC) with the motto 'No Better Friend, No Worse Enemy' and a reference to Guadalcanal. The setting appears to be a formal military ceremony with numerous state and organizational flags displayed in the background. The event is held outdoors in what appears to be a well-maintained military installation.
    A formal military ceremony is taking place outdoors, with a civilian speaker addressing an audience from a wooden podium. Multiple military flags and personnel in uniform are visible in the background, suggesting an official commemorative or change-of-command event. The podium bears a diamond-shaped insignia and the partially visible text 'No Better Friend,' associated with the U.S. Marine Corps 1st Marine Division.
    A formal military ceremony is taking place outdoors under a canopy, with a large audience of uniformed Marines and civilians seated in chairs. A man in a dark suit with a red tie is leaning down to present or speak with a woman in a white lace dress who is holding a red folder or document case. The scene suggests a medal presentation, award ceremony, or official recognition event.
    A formal United States Marine Corps ceremony is taking place outdoors, featuring Marines in dress blues standing at attention and at a podium. The podium bears the USMC Eagle, Globe, and Anchor emblem along with a diamond-shaped unit insignia, indicating a 2nd Marine Division event. Multiple ceremonial flags are displayed on poles behind the speakers.
    A formal military ceremony is taking place on a parade ground at what appears to be a U.S. Marine Corps installation, likely in Southern California given the palm trees and architecture. A civilian in a dark suit stands with his back to the camera facing a Marine officer saluting and a woman in a white dress with her hand over her heart, suggesting the playing of the national anthem or presentation of colors. Rows of uniformed Marines are lined up on both sides of the parade ground in front of a white two-story headquarters building.
    A formal U.S. Marine Corps military ceremony is taking place outdoors on a paved parade ground, likely at a Marine Corps base. A color guard unit holds the U.S. flag and Marine Corps colors while a formation of Marines stands at attention in the background. Civilian dignitaries and a senior Marine officer in dress whites are present, suggesting an official reception or change of command ceremony.
    A formal military ceremony is taking place outdoors, featuring a U.S. Navy officer in dress whites speaking at a podium bearing the 1st Marine Division insignia and the motto 'No Better Friend.' A U.S. Marine in dress blues stands at attention to the left, and multiple ceremonial flags are arranged in the background. The setting appears to be an official commemorative or change-of-command event associated with the 1st Marine Division (Guadalcanal).
    A formal military ceremony is taking place outdoors, likely at a U.S. Marine Corps installation. A civilian in a dark suit is engaged in conversation with a Marine officer and a woman in a white lace dress, while other uniformed personnel stand at attention in the background. Multiple military branch flags are visible, suggesting a multi-service or official dignitary event.
    A formal military ceremony is taking place outdoors, likely at a U.S. Marine Corps installation. A senior Marine officer in dress blues and a civilian in a dark suit are presenting what appears to be a medal case and a book (possibly a Bible or official document) to a woman in a white lace dress. A second Marine in service khakis stands at attention in the background.
    A formal U.S. Marine Corps military ceremony is taking place in front of a white headquarters building. A color guard is presenting the American flag and Marine Corps flag on a raised platform, while uniformed Marines and other military personnel stand at attention observing the proceedings. The sign on the building identifies this as Headquarters, 1st Marine Division (REIN), Fleet Marine Force.
    A military ceremony is taking place outdoors, with a large audience seated under a blue canopy/tent. The crowd includes both uniformed military personnel and civilian attendees, suggesting a formal event such as a change of command, retirement, or graduation ceremony. Standing military personnel in tan/khaki uniforms are visible in the background.
    A civilian man in a dark suit is speaking at a USMC (United States Marine Corps) wooden podium during an outdoor ceremony. The podium bears the USMC Eagle, Globe, and Anchor emblem along with the 1st Marine Division insignia and the motto 'No Better Friend, No Worse Enemy.' Multiple flags, including the California Republic flag and other military/state flags, are displayed on poles behind him.
    A man in a dark suit is speaking at a wooden podium during what appears to be a military or veterans ceremony. The podium bears a USMC (United States Marine Corps) emblem with the text 'No Better Friend' and 'Guadalcanal.' Numerous U.S. state and military flags are displayed in a row behind the speaker, and uniformed military personnel are visible in the background.
    A United States Marine Corps officer in dress blues uniform speaks at a podium during a formal military ceremony. The wooden podium bears the insignia of the 1st Marine Division with the motto 'No Better Friend, No Worse Enemy' and references to Guadalcanal. Multiple flags are displayed in the background, indicating a significant official military event.
    A senior U.S. Marine Corps officer in dress blues is speaking at a podium during a formal military ceremony. The wooden podium displays the 1st Marine Division insignia with the motto 'No Better Friend, No Worse Enemy' and the USMC Eagle, Globe, and Anchor emblem. A formation of Marines in dress uniforms stands in the background.
    A civilian man in a dark suit with a red tie is speaking at a wooden podium bearing the United States Marine Corps Eagle, Globe, and Anchor emblem. He is addressing a formation of uniformed Marines standing at attention in the background. The setting appears to be an official Marine Corps ceremony held outdoors at a military installation.
    A man in a dark suit with a red tie is speaking at a podium during a formal U.S. Marine Corps ceremony. The wooden podium bears the insignia of the 1st Marine Division (Guadalcanal) with the motto 'No Better Friend, No Worse Enemy' and the USMC Eagle, Globe, and Anchor emblem. Multiple military and state flags are displayed in the background.
    A formal military ceremony is taking place on a parade ground at what appears to be a U.S. Marine Corps installation, likely in Southern California based on the palm trees and white colonial-style building. A civilian in a dark suit stands with his back to the camera facing a color guard bearing the American flag and Marine Corps colors, flanked by rows of uniformed Marines in dress uniforms. The setting suggests an official ceremony such as a change of command, retirement, or distinguished visitor review.
    A formal military ceremony is taking place outdoors on a parade ground, likely at a U.S. Marine Corps installation. A civilian man in a dark suit stands in the foreground with his back to the camera, facing a formation that includes Marines in dress uniforms, a color guard bearing flags including the U.S. flag and a red Marine Corps flag, and a woman in a white dress with her hand over her heart. The setting features a white two-story colonial-style building, palm trees, and clear blue skies consistent with a Southern California or similar coastal military base.
    A formal military ceremony is taking place outdoors, likely on a military base. A civilian woman in a white lace dress is receiving what appears to be a medal or award in a presentation case, assisted by a man in a dark suit, while flanked by uniformed Marines. Color guard personnel with flags are visible in the background.
    A formal military ceremony is taking place outdoors, likely an award or medal presentation. A civilian woman in a white lace dress is receiving or exchanging an item in a box from a man in a dark suit with a red tie, while a U.S. Marine in dress uniform stands nearby. A second Marine officer in white dress cover is also present, holding red folders or documents.

    MORE LIKE THIS

    ASSOCIATED NEWS

    Sgt. Rafael Peralta awarded the Navy Cross aboard Camp Pendleton

    CONTROLLED VOCABULARY KEYWORDS

    No keywords found.

    TAGS

    Posthumously
    1st Marine Division
    USMCCOMCAM
    1MARDIVCOMCAM
    Marines
    Navy Cross
    Family
    Navy
    Camp Pendleton
    USMC

    OPTIONS

  •   Register/Login to Download
  •   Validate Your Account to Download
  •   Connect My Placements
  •   Download Photo
  •   Download Gallery
  •   Add to My Albums
  •   Create TinyURL
  •   Connect to Placements
  •   Add to Playlist
  •   Distribute Photo
  •   Edit Photo
  •   Add Gallery to Playlist
  •   Distribute Gallery