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    Iwo Jima 71st Reunion of Honor [Image 5 of 19]

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    An elderly man, likely a World War II veteran, is photographed at what appears to be the 70th Reunion of Honor at Iwo Jima. He is wearing commemorative items including a cap embroidered with American and Japanese flags, a red lanyard reading 'Iwo Jima', and a patriotic American flag tie. A lapel pin depicting the iconic Iwo Jima flag-raising is visible on his jacket.

    AICHI, JAPAN

    03.19.2016

    Photo by Lance Cpl. Juan Esqueda 

    Marine Corps Installations Pacific

    Gene Bell, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran of the Battle of Iwo Jima, attends the 71st Reunion of Honor Ceremony at Iwo To, Japan, March 19, 2016. The Iwo Jima Reunion of Honor is an opportunity for Japanese and U.S. veterans and their families, dignitaries, leaders and service members from both nations to honor the battle while recognizing 71 years of peace and prosperity in the U.S. – Japanese alliance. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by MCIPAC Combat Camera Lance Cpl. Juan Esqueda / Released)

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    Date Taken: 03.19.2016
    Date Posted: 03.23.2016 23:39
    Photo ID: 2483084
    VIRIN: 160319-M-JD520-135
    Resolution: 3840x5760
    Size: 5.29 MB
    Location: AICHI, JP
    Hometown: BANNING, CALIFORNIA, US
    Web Views: 182
    Downloads: 7

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    A U.S. Navy Commander named Bette Bolivar, in full dress white uniform with multiple service ribbons and gold shoulder boards, is engaged in a cheerful conversation with an elderly man wearing a red lanyard identifying him as an 'Iwo Jima Vet'. The veteran is dressed in a dark suit with a gray tie and sunglasses. The setting appears to be an outdoor military or commemorative event.
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    An elderly man, likely a World War II veteran, is photographed at what appears to be the 70th Reunion of Honor at Iwo Jima. He is wearing commemorative items including a cap embroidered with American and Japanese flags, a red lanyard reading 'Iwo Jima', and a patriotic American flag tie. A lapel pin depicting the iconic Iwo Jima flag-raising is visible on his jacket.
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