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    Montford Point Marine Oliver Diggs Celebrates 100th Birthday [Image 4 of 5]

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    Montford Point Marine Oliver Diggs Celebrates 100th Birthday

    KINSTON, NORTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES

    01.05.2026

    Photo by Lance Cpl. Alyssa DeCrane 

    Marine Corps Installations East       

    U.S. Marine Corps Montford Point Marine veteran Oliver Diggs, center, is honored by North Carolina State Veterans Home staff and members of the National Montford Point Marines Association during his 100th birthday celebration in Kinston, North Carolina, Jan. 5, 2026. Diggs served from April 4, 1944 to June 22, 1946, as a part of the group of African American Marines who broke barriers and paved the way for future generations. His service and centennial birthday were celebrated by his family and distinguished guests at the North Carolina State Veterans Home. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Alyssa J. DeCrane)

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    Date Taken: 01.05.2026
    Date Posted: 01.08.2026 09:52
    Photo ID: 9471386
    VIRIN: 260105-M-ES192-1066
    Resolution: 7384x4925
    Size: 25.04 MB
    Location: KINSTON, NORTH CAROLINA, US

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