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    Sailor's memorial aboard USS Makin Island [Image 3 of 4]

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    A U.S. Navy servicemember in desert MARPAT (Marine Pattern) camouflage uniform is holding a rifle with a helmet placed on the barrel, forming a 'Battlefield Cross' or 'Battle Cross' — a traditional military memorial display honoring a fallen service member. The individual's name tape reads 'HITCHCOCK' and the branch tape reads 'U.S. NAVY,' with visible insignia including what appears to be a gold device and silver wings on the chest. The servicemember's expression appears solemn and emotional, consistent with a memorial ceremony.

    ARABIAN SEA

    02.17.2012

    Photo by Petty Officer 1st Class David McKee 

    U.S. Navy           

    Lt. Charles Hitchcock, a Navy doctor, pays his respects to Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class Kyler L. Estrada during a memorial service aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island. Estrada was assigned to the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit and died while conducting night live-fire and maneuver training in Djibouti, Africa. Makin Island and embarked Marines assigned to the 11th MEU are deployed supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility.

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    Date Taken: 02.17.2012
    Date Posted: 02.23.2012 04:10
    Photo ID: 529871
    VIRIN: 120217-N-FH966-241
    Resolution: 2848x4288
    Size: 2.8 MB
    Location: ARABIAN SEA
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    A U.S. Marine in desert MARPAT camouflage uniform kneels in grief at what appears to be a battlefield memorial ceremony, with his head bowed and fist pressed to his forehead. A combat boot bearing the Eagle, Globe, and Anchor emblem is displayed on a red surface beside a rifle planted barrel-down — the classic 'Battlefield Cross' tribute. Other Marines in uniform stand in the background observing the solemn ceremony.
    A U.S. Navy servicemember named Cuddington, wearing Navy Working Uniform (NWU) with aviator wings insignia, stands before a Battlefield Cross memorial display consisting of a rifle, helmet, and dog tags. He is holding a printed photograph and appears to be participating in a memorial ceremony. Other military personnel in the background, some in Marine Corps desert camouflage, are seated or standing in attendance.
    A U.S. Navy servicemember in desert MARPAT (Marine Pattern) camouflage uniform is holding a rifle with a helmet placed on the barrel, forming a 'Battlefield Cross' or 'Battle Cross' — a traditional military memorial display honoring a fallen service member. The individual's name tape reads 'HITCHCOCK' and the branch tape reads 'U.S. NAVY,' with visible insignia including what appears to be a gold device and silver wings on the chest. The servicemember's expression appears solemn and emotional, consistent with a memorial ceremony.
    A female service member in Navy Working Uniform (NWU) blue digital camouflage is speaking or presenting at a podium during what appears to be a memorial ceremony. A rifle with a combat helmet resting on top is positioned at the podium, consistent with a 'Battlefield Cross' or 'Battle Cross' memorial display. A large formation of Marines in MARPAT desert camouflage uniforms stands at attention in the background.

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