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    NBVC NOSC visits World War II veterans [Image 1 of 8]

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    A military officer in white dress uniform is shaking hands with an elderly veteran seated in a motorized wheelchair at what appears to be a dining facility or care home. The seated veteran is wearing a blue 'Chosin Few' veteran's cap with medals/pins, indicating he is a Korean War veteran of the Battle of Chosin Reservoir. The setting appears to be a veterans appreciation or holiday event.

    CANOGA PARK, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES

    10.16.2012

    Photo by Paulyn Z Santiago 

    Fleet Public Affairs Center San Diego

    Capt. Ronald Oswald, commanding officer, NAVOPSPTCEN Ventura County, Calif., compares military careers with former U.S. Marine George Barry, a World War II and Korean conflict veteran, during the Spirit of '45 celebration at the Topanga Park Retirement Living facility. Full Time Support and Navy Reserve sailors visited the facility to spend time with the veterans and learn about the path they follow. The Spirit of '45 event was organized by VITAS Innovative Hospice Care and the Topanga Park facility to pay tribute to World War II veterans. (U.S. Navy photo by Yeoman 2nd Class Paulyn Santiago)

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    Date Taken: 10.16.2012
    Date Posted: 10.20.2012 03:00
    Photo ID: 763561
    VIRIN: 121016-N-AP785-090
    Resolution: 2000x3008
    Size: 1.14 MB
    Location: CANOGA PARK, CALIFORNIA, US
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    A military officer in white dress uniform is shaking hands with an elderly veteran seated in a motorized wheelchair at what appears to be a dining facility or care home. The seated veteran is wearing a blue 'Chosin Few' veteran's cap with medals/pins, indicating he is a Korean War veteran of the Battle of Chosin Reservoir. The setting appears to be a veterans appreciation or holiday event.
    A U.S. Navy officer in white dress uniform is shaking hands with an elderly veteran wearing a blue American Legion or VFW-style garrison cap with a small American flag attached. A female Navy sailor in white uniform stands nearby smiling, while several civilians are seated in the background. The setting appears to be a care facility or community center, suggesting a military outreach or veterans appreciation visit.
    A U.S. Navy officer in white dress uniform with multiple service ribbons is engaged in conversation with an elderly man seated in a restaurant booth. The two appear to be having a meaningful discussion, possibly a veteran recognition or courtesy visit. The setting is a casual dining establishment with a blue tablecloth and framed artwork on the wall.
    A U.S. Navy officer in dress white uniform is engaged in conversation with an elderly man who appears to be a veteran. The setting appears to be an indoor facility, possibly a veterans' home or care center, decorated with American flags. The officer is gesturing while speaking, and the elderly man is holding a document or paper.
    A U.S. Navy sailor in dress white uniform is shaking hands with an elderly civilian man seated at a table, appearing to be at a veterans appreciation or community outreach event. The sailor is wearing a ceremonial uniform with a black neckerchief and white gloves, holding his white cover (hat) in his other hand. Several other Navy personnel and civilians are visible in the background of what appears to be a dining or community hall.
    A U.S. Navy officer in white dress uniform is seated at a table conversing with an elderly couple. The older man on the right is holding a framed black-and-white portrait photograph, likely of himself in his youth, and a certificate of appreciation is visible on the table. The setting appears to be a dining or community room, possibly at a veterans' care facility or senior center.
    Two female U.S. Navy sailors in dress white uniforms pose with an elderly woman who is using a walker. The setting appears to be an indoor facility, possibly a veterans' home or senior care center, with an American flag visible in the background. The group is smiling warmly for the photo.
    A U.S. Navy enlisted sailor in dress white uniform is seated at a table engaged in conversation with an elderly man wearing a Navy veteran cap and a striped polo shirt with an American flag pin. The setting appears to be a banquet or dining event, likely a military appreciation or veterans gathering. The interaction suggests a generational exchange between active duty military and a veteran.

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