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    Pieper Burial Ceremony [Image 30 of 43]

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    A group of U.S. Navy sailors in dress white uniforms are performing a formal flag-folding ceremony, likely at a military cemetery. At least one sailor's uniform patch reads 'NAVHOSP NAPLES,' indicating assignment to Naval Hospital Naples. The solemn expressions and precise handling of what appears to be an American flag suggest this is a memorial or funeral honors ceremony.

    NORMANDY, France (June 19, 2018) The U.S. Naval Hospital Naples honor guard folds 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 08:50
    Photo ID: 4513589
    VIRIN: 180619-N-KC543-235
    Resolution: 5838x3896
    Size: 7.5 MB
    Location: FR

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