The Rudder sisters embrace each other proudly while waiting to receive the Congressional Gold Medal on behalf of their late father, Montford Point Marine John Rudder, during an award ceremony Aug. 15, 2015, at the Renaissance Riverview Plaza Hotel in Mobile, Ala. The Congressional Gold Medal is the highest civilian honor bestowed by Congress in recognition of the service and achievements of the Montford Point Marines during a time of racial unrest. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Diamond N. Peden/Released)
Date Taken: | 08.15.2015 |
Date Posted: | 08.16.2015 02:44 |
Photo ID: | 2124344 |
VIRIN: | 150815-M-PJ295-011 |
Resolution: | 4413x2942 |
Size: | 8.69 MB |
Location: | MOBILE, AL, US |
Hometown: | MOBILE, AL, US |
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