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    Sgt. Maj. Canley speaks with fellow Vietnam Veterans [Image 14 of 18]

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    Three elderly men are engaged in close conversation at what appears to be an indoor social gathering or reunion event. The man in the center is wearing a houndstooth flat cap and has his arm around one of the others, suggesting familiarity. The man on the right is wearing a name tag on his maroon sweater, indicating a formal or organized event.

    MCLEAN, VIRGINIA, UNITED STATES

    10.15.2018

    Photo by Cpl. Daisha Ramirez 

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    Retired U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj John L. Canley, soon to be the 298th Marine Medal of Honor recipient, speaks with fellow Vietnam Veterans in McLean, Va., Oct. 15, 2018. From Jan. 31, to Feb. 6, 1968 in the Republic of Vietnam, Canley, the company gunnery sergeant assigned to Alpha Company, 1st Battalion, 1st Marines, took command of the company, led multiple attacks against enemy-fortified positions, rushed across fire-swept terrain despite his own wounds and carried wounded Marines into Hue City, including his commanding officer, to relieve friendly forces who were surrounded. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Daisha R. Johnson)

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    Date Taken: 10.15.2018
    Date Posted: 11.16.2018 10:41
    Photo ID: 4854824
    VIRIN: 181015-M-ZJ622-0655
    Resolution: 5410x3463
    Size: 14.64 MB
    Location: MCLEAN, VIRGINIA, US
    Web Views: 75
    Downloads: 4

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    Two civilians, a man in a dark suit and beret and a woman in black with curly hair and a handbag, are viewing a museum exhibit featuring a WWII-era landing craft (numbered 47) with a beach assault diorama. A reenactor or museum staff member in period military uniform is visible near the exhibit. Partial text reading 'NATION' is visible on the wall, suggesting a national museum setting.
    An elderly man wearing a flat cap is closely examining a large memorial wall covered in black-and-white portrait photographs of military personnel. The wall appears to be part of a museum or memorial exhibit, with each photo accompanied by a name, rank, and date. A partial text in the upper right corner reads '1976 to Present,' suggesting this is a display honoring Medal of Honor recipients or fallen service members.
    Three people pose together for a photo, with a tall man in the center wearing a gray flat cap and suit jacket with a plaid tie, flanked by a woman on the left and a man on the right. The two flanking individuals are wearing red caps and red attire associated with a Marine Corps League detachment from Fredericksburg, Virginia. The group appears to be at an indoor event or gathering.
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    Two men are photographed in what appears to be a museum or public building lobby. One man in a gray suit and flat cap is standing and pushing a wheelchair, while an elderly man in a red blazer and tie sits in the wheelchair. Both men are smiling and appear to be in good spirits.
    Two men pose together for a photo in what appears to be an indoor venue. The man on the left is wearing a military or veterans organization uniform with a red garrison cap, medals, and insignia. The man on the right has his arm around the first man and is smiling broadly, wearing a gray suit with a plaid tie and flat cap.
    A group of eight people posing for a formal group photo in what appears to be a museum or memorial building. Several members are wearing matching red jackets and red caps with Marine Corps insignia, suggesting they are part of a veterans organization. One elderly member is seated in a wheelchair at the front center of the group.
    Three individuals pose for a photo inside what appears to be a military museum, likely the National Museum of the Marine Corps in Virginia. Two women in U.S. Marine Corps service uniforms (tan blouse, blue trousers with red stripe) flank a civilian man in a dark suit and flat cap. Behind them is a suspended WWII-era Vought F4U Corsair aircraft bearing the number 97369 and U.S. military star insignia.
    A decorated military ceremonial cake honoring SgtMaj John Canley, USMC (Ret), featuring a navy blue fondant top with white frosting borders. The cake commemorates his Medal of Honor citation for conspicuous gallantry during the Battle of Hue City, Vietnam, from 31 January to 6 February 1968. Military insignia including the Medal of Honor and USMC First Sergeant rank chevrons are depicted on the cake.
    The image shows an elaborately decorated cake designed to replicate a United States Marine Corps dress blue uniform. The cake features highly detailed fondant work including gold buttons, red piping, military ribbons, medals, and the Eagle Globe and Anchor emblem. A second cake shaped as a white USMC officer's dress cover (hat) is visible in the upper right corner.
    A social gathering or reception taking place in what appears to be a private home or club setting. Two individuals are prominently posed in the foreground — a woman wearing a red jacket with a name tag reading 'Alice Smith, San Diego' and a man in a gray vest and plaid cap, both holding wine glasses. Several other guests are visible socializing in the background.
    Two men share a warm, joyful interaction at what appears to be an indoor social gathering or reception event. The man on the left is wearing a name tag and laughing broadly, while the man on the right, wearing a plaid flat cap and gray vest over a striped shirt, has his arm around the other man's shoulder. Several other attendees are visible in the background in a warmly lit room.
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    Three elderly men are engaged in close conversation at what appears to be an indoor social gathering or reunion event. The man in the center is wearing a houndstooth flat cap and has his arm around one of the others, suggesting familiarity. The man on the right is wearing a name tag on his maroon sweater, indicating a formal or organized event.
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    Three men are posing together for a photo at what appears to be an indoor social gathering or event. The man on the right is wearing a name tag that reads 'James Richardson.' The setting appears to be a well-appointed home or private venue with brick fireplace, framed artwork, and warm lighting.
    Two older men pose together and smile at what appears to be an indoor social gathering or event. The man on the right is wearing a name tag that reads 'DOM'. The background shows a warmly lit room with several other attendees mingling.
    Two U.S. Marines in dress blue uniforms pose together at what appears to be a formal military ceremony or event. The older Marine on the right is wearing the Medal of Honor around his neck along with an extensive array of military decorations. A formation of Marines in dress blues is visible in the background.

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