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    Okinawa Memorial Day 81st Anniversary Ceremony at Peace Memorial Park [Image 5 of 11]

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    Two individuals are jointly holding a decorative memorial wreath composed of purple, white, and pink flowers with satin ribbons in blue and purple. The scene appears to be a wreath-laying ceremony at a memorial or monument, evidenced by an engraved stone wall visible in the background. The outdoor setting features bright sunlight and green foliage, suggesting a daytime commemorative event.

    CAMP COURTNEY, OKINAWA, JAPAN

    06.22.2026

    Photo by Lance Cpl. Anastasia Dausilio 

    III Marine Expeditionary Force   

    Aaron Snipe, the deputy chief of mission for the U.S. Embassy in Tokyo, right, and a member of the American Chamber of Commerce in Okinawa, place a floral wreath at "The Cornerstone of Peace" monument during the annual Okinawa Memorial Day ceremony in Peace Memorial Park in Mabuni, Itoman, Okinawa, Japan, June 23, 2026. The annual ceremony, hosted by the American Chamber of Commerce in Okinawa and United Service Organizations Okinawa, commemorates the lives lost and the end of the Battle of Okinawa. Snipe is a native of Massachusetts. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Anastasia Dausilio)

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    Date Taken: 06.22.2026
    Date Posted: 06.24.2026 04:21
    Photo ID: 9769209
    VIRIN: 260623-M-FJ156-1241
    Resolution: 4422x3317
    Size: 1.35 MB
    Location: CAMP COURTNEY, OKINAWA, JP
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    Downloads: 3

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    A formal military procession is taking place outdoors along a paved pathway, with civilians in black attire leading the column while carrying floral wreaths. Behind them, uniformed military personnel from multiple branches — including Marines, Navy, and Air Force — march in formation. The event appears to be a memorial or commemorative ceremony, likely at a military installation or cemetery.
    Two U.S. Marine Corps service members in dress uniforms are participating in what appears to be a formal memorial or wreath-laying ceremony. The central figure holds a circular floral wreath adorned with yellow, orange, white, and pink flowers tied with an orange ribbon. The outdoor setting features green grass, a fence, and what appears to be an ocean or large body of water in the background.
    A senior U.S. Marine Corps officer in dress green uniform is reading from a document or booklet, appearing to speak or deliver remarks. The officer displays multiple service ribbons, aviator wings, and a peaked cap with gold oak leaf scrambled eggs indicating general officer rank. The setting appears to be an outdoor ceremony near an engraved memorial wall.
    A ceremony is taking place at what appears to be a military memorial or veterans' monument, where a man in a black shirt is speaking while holding papers. A uniformed military officer wearing a service cap and ribbons stands at attention to the left. The setting is an outdoor memorial wall engraved with names, surrounded by trees.
    Two individuals are jointly holding a decorative memorial wreath composed of purple, white, and pink flowers with satin ribbons in blue and purple. The scene appears to be a wreath-laying ceremony at a memorial or monument, evidenced by an engraved stone wall visible in the background. The outdoor setting features bright sunlight and green foliage, suggesting a daytime commemorative event.
    Two men dressed in black are placing a floral wreath at a memorial wall engraved with names, likely during a commemorative ceremony. The dark granite wall displays columns of names, consistent with a war or law enforcement memorial. The wreath is decorated with white and purple flowers and a blue ribbon bow.
    Two individuals are placing a floral wreath at the base of a large memorial wall engraved with names of fallen service members or victims. One person is dressed in a dark suit and the other in a blue military-style uniform. A camera operator is visible in the background, suggesting this is an official commemorative ceremony being documented.
    A man dressed in all black is standing outdoors in front of a memorial wall engraved with names, holding papers and appearing to speak or read aloud. The setting suggests a commemorative ceremony or memorial service. The background features a large tree with green foliage and a dark stone wall with inscribed names.
    A group of military personnel standing at attention or parade rest, photographed from behind. They are wearing olive green dress uniforms with garrison/overseas caps and have short military haircuts. At least one individual appears to be female based on hair style visible on the left side.
    A formation of military personnel in olive green dress uniforms with red trim are lined up outdoors on a paved area. The image is taken from behind the lead figure, showing a column of uniformed individuals extending into the background. The setting appears to be a formal military ceremony or parade in an urban park-like environment.
    Three U.S. Marine Corps personnel in service uniforms (Charlie or Alpha service dress) pose together outdoors against a scenic coastal backdrop with blue ocean water and green hillside visible. The individuals display varying ranks and ribbon/medal configurations, suggesting a formal occasion such as an award ceremony or official event. The setting appears to be a elevated outdoor venue, possibly in a Pacific location such as Hawaii or Guam.

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