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    Pieper Burial Ceremony [Image 31 of 43]

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    A formal U.S. Navy military funeral ceremony is taking place at what appears to be an American military cemetery, identifiable by the white cross grave markers visible in the background. Navy personnel in dress white uniforms are performing a flag-folding ceremony, with one sailor presenting a folded American flag to a senior officer. A civilian observer with blonde hair is visible in the foreground, likely a family member of the deceased.

    NORMANDY, France (June 19, 2018) Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Chuck Claxton of the U.S. Naval Hospital Naples honor guard presents the American flag to Chief Hospital Corpsman Felipe Villasante during the funeral service for Radioman 2nd Class Julius “Henry” Pieper 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: 4513596
    VIRIN: 180619-N-KC543-243
    Resolution: 5975x3988
    Size: 7.86 MB
    Location: FR

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