World War II veterans arrive for Pearl Harbor 75th commemoration events [Image 23 of 23]

HONOLULU, HI, UNITED STATES

12.03.2016

Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Tara Molle      

U.S. Coast Guard District 14 Hawaii Pacific

Ray Chavez, a 104-year-old Navy veteran and the oldest surviving Pearl Harbor veteran, reflects quietly after being greeted by several military members and personnel at the Honolulu International Airport, Dec. 3, 2016. More than 100 World War II veterans, including Pearl Harbor survivors, arrived to Honolulu to participate in the remembrance events throughout the week to honor the courage and sacrifices of those who served during Dec. 7, 1941, and throughout the Pacific Theater. Dec. 7, 2016, marks the 75th anniversary of the attacks on Pearl Harbor and Oahu. As a Pacific nation, the U.S. is committed to continue its responsibility of protecting the Pacific sea-lanes, advancing international ideals and relationships, well as delivering security, influence, and responsiveness in the region. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Tara Molle/Released)

• Date Taken: 12.03.2016
• Date Posted: 12.04.2016 03:58
• Photo ID: 3029759
• VIRIN: 161203-G-XD768-009
• Resolution: 7360x4912
• Size: 2.45 MB
• Location: HONOLULU, HI, US