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    Pieper Burial Ceremony [Image 21 of 43]

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    A military funeral ceremony is taking place at what appears to be the Normandy American Cemetery in France, identifiable by the rows of white crosses in the background. U.S. Navy personnel in dress whites are performing a flag-folding ceremony over a silver casket. Civilian and senior military officials observe the proceedings solemnly.

    NORMANDY, France (June 19, 2018) The U.S. Naval Hospital Naples honor guard holds the American flag over the remains of Radioman 2nd Class Julius “Henry” Pieper during his funeral service at Normandy American Cemetery. Henry Pieper and his twin brother, Radioman 2nd Class Ludwig “Louie” Pieper, were both killed when their ship, Landing Ship Tank (LST) 523, struck an underwater mine off the coast of France on June 19, 1944. Louie’s remains were found immediately, but Henry’s remains weren’t identified until December 2017. The family requested that Henry be buried in Normandy next to his brother. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Alora R. Blosch)

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    Date Taken: 06.19.2018
    Date Posted: 06.26.2018 08:48
    Photo ID: 4513561
    VIRIN: 180619-N-KC543-180
    Resolution: 6092x4066
    Size: 11.17 MB
    Location: FR

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