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    Official Party Memorial Day Ceremony in Belleau, France [Image 4 of 15]

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    A formal military or commemorative ceremony is taking place, likely at a memorial or cemetery. A U.S. Marine Corps officer in dress blues is rendering a salute while civilians and other military personnel stand at attention. Several individuals are placing their hands over their hearts, suggesting a national anthem or moment of honor is being observed.

    BELLEAU, FRANCE

    05.29.2016

    Photo by Sgt. Tatum Vayavananda 

    U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Europe and Africa     

    Members of the official party, including General Robert B. Neller, Commandant of the Marine Corps, salute during a Memorial Day ceremony in which U.S. Marines performed alongside the French Army at the Aisne-Marne American Memorial Cemetery in Belleau, France, May 29, 2016. The French and the Americans gathered together, as they do every year, to honor those service members from both countries who have fallen in WWI, Belleau Wood and throughout history, fighting side by side. The Marines also remembered those they lost in the Battle of Belleau Wood 98 years ago. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Kirstin Merrimarahajara/released)

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    Date Taken: 05.29.2016
    Date Posted: 06.01.2016 01:27
    Photo ID: 2627957
    VIRIN: 160529-M-TA826-044
    Resolution: 5760x3840
    Size: 11.3 MB
    Location: BELLEAU, FR
    Web Views: 93
    Downloads: 6

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    A formation of United States Marines in dress blue uniforms standing at attention during a formal ceremonial event. The Marines are holding rifles and wearing white gloves, with the most prominent figure in the foreground displaying the rank of Corporal with service medals and aiguillette. The setting appears to be an outdoor ceremony, likely a parade or official military function.
    Two men wearing dark berets and white gloves are saluting at what appears to be a military or commemorative ceremony. The foreground figure wears a black blazer adorned with multiple medals and decorations, including a blue-and-yellow ribbon medal. A crowd of attendees is visible in the background against a green hedge backdrop.
    A formal military ceremony featuring officers from what appears to be the French Army and the United States Marine Corps rendering salutes. The setting includes stone steps with civilian and military dignitaries standing in attendance. The occasion appears to be a commemorative or memorial event based on the formal attire and ceremonial posture.
    A formal military or commemorative ceremony is taking place, likely at a memorial or cemetery. A U.S. Marine Corps officer in dress blues is rendering a salute while civilians and other military personnel stand at attention. Several individuals are placing their hands over their hearts, suggesting a national anthem or moment of honor is being observed.
    Four military personnel — two in French Army dress uniforms (khaki with red epaulettes and képi caps) and two in U.S. Marine Corps dress blues — stand at attention during a wreath-laying ceremony. The large floral wreath features red, white, and blue flowers with a ribbon reading 'Le Préfet de l'Aisne,' indicating a French departmental official's tribute. The setting appears to be a military cemetery or memorial site, consistent with a Franco-American commemorative event.
    French military personnel in dress uniform are carrying floral wreaths during what appears to be a formal commemorative ceremony. The soldiers wear distinctive dark navy képi caps with gold anchor insignia and white dress uniforms, suggesting this is a French Navy or Marine Infantry unit. The solemn expressions and formal flower arrangements indicate a memorial or official state ceremony.
    Memorial Day Ceremony in Belleau, France
    Memorial Day Ceremony in Belleau, France
    A U.S. Marine in dress blues uniform stands at attention holding a bugle among rows of white marble crosses at what appears to be an American military cemetery in France. Small American and French flags are placed at the base of each grave marker, suggesting a memorial ceremony is taking place. The overcast sky and solemn setting reinforce the ceremonial and commemorative nature of the occasion.
    A U.S. Marine Corps marching band in dress blues with white trousers performs in a ceremonial parade at what appears to be a military memorial or cemetery, likely in France based on the architecture and French flags visible. Spectators line the pathway, many photographing the event with phones and cameras. A large stone memorial chapel or monument is visible in the background.
    Memorial Day Ceremony in Belleau, France
    Guests and Community of Belleau, France
    A formal U.S. Marine Corps ceremonial event is taking place outdoors in front of a stone building. Several Marines in dress blues uniform are standing at attention, with one holding a red Marine Corps guidon flag. Two young civilian boys are standing among the Marines, appearing to observe or participate in the ceremony.
    A United States Marine Corps marching band is parading through an ornate iron gate flanked by tree-lined paths. The drum major leads the formation, raising a ceremonial mace, while band members in dress blues with white trousers play brass instruments. Spectators line both sides of the procession, suggesting a formal ceremonial or commemorative event.
    Memorial Day at Belleau, France

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