Retired Chief Warrent Officer Edward J. Berger presents the American f...
SAN DIEGO (Dec. 13, 2018) Retired Chief Warrent Officer Edward J. Berger presents the American flag to Kathleen Chavez, left, during the funeral service for her father, Chief Quartermaster Raymond Chavez at Mi... More
A bagpiper stands in remembrance during the funeral service at Miramar...
SAN DIEGO (Dec. 13, 2018) A bagpiper stands in remembrance during the funeral service at Miramar National Cemetery for Chief Quartermaster Raymond Chavez, previously the oldest survivor of the Dec. 7, 1941 Japa... More
An honor team prepares to fold the American flag during the funeral se...
SAN DIEGO (Dec. 13, 2018) An honor team prepares to fold the American flag during the funeral service at Miramar National Cemetery for Chief Quartermaster Raymond Chavez, previously the oldest survivor of the D... More
The body of Chief Quartermaster Raymond Chavez, previously the oldest ...
SAN DIEGO (Dec. 13, 2018) The body of Chief Quartermaster Raymond Chavez, previously the oldest survivor of the Dec. 7, 1941 Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, is driven through Miramar National Cemetery by a hor... More
Mourners salute the casket of Chief Quartermaster Raymond Chavez, prev...
SAN DIEGO (Dec. 13, 2018) Mourners salute the casket of Chief Quartermaster Raymond Chavez, previously the oldest survivor of the Dec. 7, 1941 Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, during his funeral service at Mira... More
An honor team prepares to fold the American flag during the memorial s...
SAN DIEGO (Dec. 13, 2018) An honor team prepares to fold the American flag during the memorial service at Miramar National Cemetery for Chief Quartermaster Raymond Chavez, previously the oldest survivor of the ... More
A honor team escorts the casket containing Chief Quartermaster Raymond...
SAN DIEGO (Dec. 13, 2018) A honor team escorts the casket containing Chief Quartermaster Raymond Chavez, previously the oldest survivor of the Dec. 7, 1941 Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, during his funeral se... More
A honor team escorts the casket containing Chief Quartermaster Raymond...
SAN DIEGO (Dec. 13, 2018) A honor team escorts the casket containing Chief Quartermaster Raymond Chavez, previously the oldest survivor of the Dec. 7, 1941 Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, during his funeral se... More
U.S. Marines with Marine Aircraft Group 41 salute Sgt.
U.S. Marines with Marine Aircraft Group 41 salute Sgt. Millard Odom’s casket after it was escorted to the El Camino Memorial Cemetery at San Diego, Nov. 19. Odom was killed in action on Nov. 20, 1943 during Wor... More
U.S. Service members stand at attention after escorting
U.S. Service members stand at attention after escorting Raymond Chavez’s casket into St. Michael’s church during his funeral ceremony in San Diego, Dec. 13. Chavez was aboard the USS Condor during the attack on... More
Veterans pray during the prayer of dedication at a
Veterans pray during the prayer of dedication at a groundbreaking/dedication ceremony for the Miramar National Cemetery. The ceremony lasted two hours and included performances by the 3rd Marine Aircraft Band a... More
Miramar National Cemetery hosts first burial
An Air Force member of the honor guard folds the American flag after presenting it to the families of the first veterans buried at Miramar National Cemetery aboard Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., Nov.... More
Veterans dedicate statue for POW/MIA
Sculptor Richard Becker, a Poway artist, unveils a 15-foot tall, seven-ton statue entitled “The Liberation Moment” during a dedication ceremony at Miramar National Cemetery, Sept. 16. The dedication ceremony wa... More
U.S. Marines (not shown) assigned to 3rd Marine Aircraft
U.S. Marines (not shown) assigned to 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, raise 50 national flags during the open house and dedication of the Avenue of Flags at Miramar National Cemetery, San Diego, Jan. 28, 2012. U.S. Ma... More
Capt. Laura M. Scotty speaks at Miramar National Cemetery about women ...
MIRAMAR, Calif. (May. 24, 2015) Capt. Laura M. Scotty speaks at Miramar National Cemetery about women in the military and how they have played a vital part in our armed forces. Capt. Scotty, a reservist with 25... More
150525-N-OS584-118 MIRAMAR, Calif. (May 24, 2015) -
150525-N-OS584-118 MIRAMAR, Calif. (May 24, 2015) - Capt. Laura M. Scotty speaks at Miramar National Cemetery about women in the military and how they have played a vital part in our armed forces. Capt. Scotty,... More
A Marine places boots at the base of the Battle Cross
A Marine places boots at the base of the Battle Cross display for Maj. R. Sterling Norton, a fallen pilot with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 232, during his memorial service aboard Marine Corps Air Stat... More
Sgt. Maj. James Porterfield, sergeant major of 3rd
Sgt. Maj. James Porterfield, sergeant major of 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, speaks at the Wreaths Across America event at Miramar National Cemetery, San Diego, Dec. 16. Wreaths Across America is a national organiz... More
Sgt. Maj. James Porterfield, sergeant major of 3rd Marine Aircraft Win...
SAN DIEGO (Dec. 16, 2017) Sgt. Maj. James Porterfield, sergeant major of 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, speaks at the Wreaths Across America event held at Miramar National Cemetery, San Diego. Wreaths Across America... More
181213-N-RM689-1090 SAN DIEGO (Dec. 13, 2018) A honor
181213-N-RM689-1090 SAN DIEGO (Dec. 13, 2018) A honor team escorts the casket containing Chief Quartermaster Raymond Chavez, the oldest survivor of the Pearl Harbor attack, during his memorial service at Mirama... More
191214-N-RF885-060 SAN DIEGO (Dec. 14, 2019) Cadets
191214-N-RF885-060 SAN DIEGO (Dec. 14, 2019) Cadets and Midshipmen of the Army and Navy Academy’s Reserve Officers' Training Corps in Carlsbad, Calif. present memorial wreaths during a Wreaths Across America (W... More
U.S. Marines with Marine Aircraft Group 41 carry Sgt.
U.S. Marines with Marine Aircraft Group 41 carry Sgt. Millard Odom’s casket into the El Camino Memorial Cemetery at San Diego, Nov. 19. Odom was killed in action on Nov. 20, 1943 during World War II at the Bat... More
Maj. Gen. Anthony L. Jackson, commanding general Marine
Maj. Gen. Anthony L. Jackson, commanding general Marine Corps Installations West, delivers a speech regarding veterans' affairs at the groundbreaking ceremony for the Miramar National Cemetery. The ceremony las... More
U.S. Marines, assigned to 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing,
U.S. Marines, assigned to 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, and veterans fold the "Patriot Flag" after the dedication of the Avenue of Flags at Miramar National Cemetery, San Diego, Jan. 28, 2012. The Marines participa... More
150525-N-OS584-118 MIRAMAR, Calif. (May 24, 2015) -
150525-N-OS584-118 MIRAMAR, Calif. (May 24, 2015) - Capt. Laura M. Scotty speaks at Miramar National Cemetery about women in the military and how they have played a vital part in our armed forces. Capt. Scotty,... More
A row of photos and flowers are setup behind the Battle
A row of photos and flowers are setup behind the Battle Cross display for Maj. R. Sterling Norton, a fallen pilot with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 232, during his memorial service aboard Marine Corps ... More
Sgt. Maj. James Porterfield, sergeant major of 3rd
Sgt. Maj. James Porterfield, sergeant major of 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, speaks at the Wreaths Across America event at Miramar National Cemetery, San Diego, Dec. 16. Wreaths Across America is a national organiz... More
181213-N-RM689-1035 SAN DIEGO (Dec. 13, 2018) The body
181213-N-RM689-1035 SAN DIEGO (Dec. 13, 2018) The body of Chief Quartermaster Raymond Chavez, the oldest survivor of the Pearl Harbor attack, is driven through Miramar National Cemetery by a horse-drawn funeral... More
191214-N-RF885-193 SAN DIEGO (Dec. 14, 2019) Col. Charles
191214-N-RF885-193 SAN DIEGO (Dec. 14, 2019) Col. Charles B. Dockery, commanding officer, Marine Corp Station Miramar, and his family place the Marine Corps memorial wreath during a Wreaths Across America (WAA)... More
U.S. Service members escort Raymond Chavez’s casket
U.S. Service members escort Raymond Chavez’s casket to the Miramar National Cemetery during his funeral ceremony in San Diego, Dec. 13. Chavez was aboard the USS Condor during the attack on Pearl Harbor Dec. 7,... More
U.S. Marines with Marine Aircraft Group 41 escort Sgt.
U.S. Marines with Marine Aircraft Group 41 escort Sgt. Millard Odom’s casket to the Miramar National Cemetery at San Diego, Nov. 20. Odom was killed in action on Nov. 20, 1943 during World War II at the Battle ... More
The Marine Corps Air Station Miramar rifle team stands
The Marine Corps Air Station Miramar rifle team stands ready in preparation for the rifle salute at the Miramar National Cemetery groundbreaking ceremony. The ceremony lasted two hours and included performances... More
U.S. Marine Col. Christopher A. Keane, 3rd Marine Aircraft
U.S. Marine Col. Christopher A. Keane, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing assistant chief of staff, salutes the national flag as Marines and Young Marines raise 50 national flags during the open house and dedication of t... More
150525-N-OS584-118 MIRAMAR, Calif. (May 24, 2015) -
150525-N-OS584-118 MIRAMAR, Calif. (May 24, 2015) - Capt. Laura M. Scotty speaks at Miramar National Cemetery about women in the military and how they have played a vital part in our armed forces. Capt. Scotty,... More
Sgt. Maj. Joseph V. Standifird, Marine Fighter Attack
Sgt. Maj. Joseph V. Standifird, Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 232 sergeant major, salutes the Battle Cross display for Maj. R. Sterling Norton, a fallen pilot with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) ... More
Volunteers from the San Diego community gathered to
Volunteers from the San Diego community gathered to lay wreaths during the Wreaths Across America event at Miramar National Cemetery, San Diego, Dec. 16. Wreaths Across America is a national organization whose ... More
181213-N-RM689-1077 SAN DIEGO (Dec. 13, 2018) A honor
181213-N-RM689-1077 SAN DIEGO (Dec. 13, 2018) A honor team escorts the casket containing Chief Quartermaster Raymond Chavez, the oldest survivor of the Pearl Harbor attack, during his memorial service at Mirama... More
191214-N-RF885-213 SAN DIEGO (Dec. 14, 2019) Tom Crosby,
191214-N-RF885-213 SAN DIEGO (Dec. 14, 2019) Tom Crosby, a former child prisoner of war and Navy Veteran, center, and Randy Treadway, commander of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5431 in Solana Beach, Calif., rig... More
U.S. Navy sailors perform the 21 Gun Salute during
U.S. Navy sailors perform the 21 Gun Salute during Raymond Chavez’s funeral ceremony at the Miramar National Cemetery in San Diego, Dec. 13. Chavez was aboard the USS Condor during the attack on Pearl Harbor De... More
Sgt. Jerome Garcia, the casket escort for Sgt. Millard
Sgt. Jerome Garcia, the casket escort for Sgt. Millard Odom’s funeral, stands outside the doors to the funeral ceremony at the El Camino Memorial Cemetery in San Diego, Nov. 19. Odom was killed in action Nov. 2... More
Bill Horn, supervisor with the San Diego County Board
Bill Horn, supervisor with the San Diego County Board of Supervisors, addresses the crowd during the open house and dedication of the Avenue of Flags at Miramar National Cemetery, San Diego, Jan. 28, 2012. U.S.... More
150525-N-OS584-118 MIRAMAR, Calif. (May 24, 2015) -
150525-N-OS584-118 MIRAMAR, Calif. (May 24, 2015) - Capt. Laura M. Scotty speaks at Miramar National Cemetery about women in the military and how they have played a vital part in our armed forces. Capt. Scotty,... More
The Battle Cross display for Maj. R. Sterling Norton,
The Battle Cross display for Maj. R. Sterling Norton, a fallen pilot with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 232, stands at the center of an F-18 B Hornet during his memorial service aboard Marine Corps Air ... More
Volunteers from the San Diego community gathered to
Volunteers from the San Diego community gathered to lay wreaths during the Wreaths Across America event at Miramar National Cemetery, San Diego, Dec. 16. Wreaths Across America is a national organization whose ... More
181213-N-RM689-1071 SAN DIEGO (Dec. 13, 2018) A honor
181213-N-RM689-1071 SAN DIEGO (Dec. 13, 2018) A honor team prepares to carry the casket containing Chief Quartermaster Raymond Chavez, the oldest survivor of the Pearl Harbor attack, during his memorial service... More
191214-N-RF885-238 SAN DIEGO (Dec. 14, 2019) Cryptologic
191214-N-RF885-238 SAN DIEGO (Dec. 14, 2019) Cryptologic Technicians (Collection) 2nd Class Richard T. Baray, attached to Information Warfare Training Command, San Diego, places a wreath on a headstone during a... More
Cmdr. Don Biadog, Marine Corps Air Station Miramar
Cmdr. Don Biadog, Marine Corps Air Station Miramar chaplain, escorts Raymond Chavez’s casket to the Miramar National Cemetery in San Diego, Dec. 13. Chavez was aboard the USS Condor during the attack on Pearl H... More
Sgt. James Beham, the embarkations chief for Marine
Sgt. James Beham, the embarkations chief for Marine Aerial Logistics Squadron 41, leads the rifle squad during Sgt. Millard Odom’s funeral ceremony at the Miramar National Cemetery in San Diego, Nov. 20. Odom w... More
Dr. Gary G. Parks, president and chief executive officer
Dr. Gary G. Parks, president and chief executive officer of the Fort Rosecrans and Miramar National Cemetery Support Foundation, addresses the crowd during the open house and dedication of the Avenue of Flags a... More
150525-N-OS584-118 MIRAMAR, Calif. (May 24, 2015) -
150525-N-OS584-118 MIRAMAR, Calif. (May 24, 2015) - Capt. Laura M. Scotty speaks at Miramar National Cemetery about women in the military and how they have played a vital part in our armed forces. Capt. Scotty,... More
Marines escort the remains of Maj. R. Sterling Norton,
Marines escort the remains of Maj. R. Sterling Norton, a fallen pilot with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 232, during a funeral at the Miramar National Cemetery, San Diego, Aug. 12. Norton, a Santa Cruz,... More
181213-N-RM689-1197 SAN DIEGO (Dec. 13, 2018) The funeral
181213-N-RM689-1197 SAN DIEGO (Dec. 13, 2018) The funeral profession escorts the casket containing Chief Quartermaster Raymond Chavez, the oldest survivor of the Pearl Harbor attack, during his memorial service... More
191214-N-RF885-260 SAN DIEGO (Dec. 14, 2019) Joseph
191214-N-RF885-260 SAN DIEGO (Dec. 14, 2019) Joseph A. Rhome, a Navy and Vietnam Era veteran, looks on his wife’s headstone after laying a wreath for her during a Wreaths Across America (WAA) event at Miramar N... More
Cmdr. Don Biadog, Marine Corps Air Station Miramar
Cmdr. Don Biadog, Marine Corps Air Station Miramar chaplain, comforts Pauline Stewart during her brothers funeral ceremony at the Miramar National Cemetery in San Diego, Calif., Nov. 20. Odom was killed in acti... More
U.S. Marines assigned to 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing,
U.S. Marines assigned to 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, participate in the open house and dedication of the Avenue of Flags at Miramar National Cemetery, San Diego, Jan. 28, 2012. U.S. Marines from 3rd MAW participa... More
Marines hold and an American flag above the remains
Marines hold and an American flag above the remains of Maj. R. Sterling Norton, a fallen pilot with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 232, during a funeral at the Miramar National Cemetery, San Diego, Aug. ... More
181213-N-RM689-1225 SAN DIEGO (Dec. 13, 2018) A honor
181213-N-RM689-1225 SAN DIEGO (Dec. 13, 2018) A honor team escorts the casket containing Chief Quartermaster Raymond Chavez, the oldest survivor of the Pearl Harbor attack, during his memorial service at Mirama... More
Cmdr. Don Biadog, Marine Corps Air Station Miramar
Cmdr. Don Biadog, Marine Corps Air Station Miramar chaplain, pays his respects at Sgt. Millard Odom’s casket during his funeral ceremony at the Miramar National Cemetery in San Diego, Nov. 20. Odom was killed i... More
Bill Horn, supervisor with the San Diego County Board
Bill Horn, supervisor with the San Diego County Board of Supervisors, cuts the ribbon during the open house and dedication of the Avenue of Flags at Miramar National Cemetery, San Diego, Jan. 28, 2012. U.S. Mar... More
Lt. Col. Wade Workman presents the flag of Maj. R.
Lt. Col. Wade Workman presents the flag of Maj. R. Sterling Norton, a fallen pilot with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 232, to his wife during his funeral ceremony at the Miramar National Cemetery, San D... More
181213-N-RM689-1128 SAN DIEGO (Dec. 13, 2018) A bagpiper
181213-N-RM689-1128 SAN DIEGO (Dec. 13, 2018) A bagpiper stands in remembrance during the memorial service held at Miramar National Cemetery for Chief Quartermaster Raymond Chavez, the oldest survivor of the Pe... More
U.S. Marines, assigned to 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing,
U.S. Marines, assigned to 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, and veterans fold the "Patriot Flag" after the dedication of the Avenue of Flags at Miramar National Cemetery, San Diego, Jan. 28, 2012. The Marines participa... More
A flag is draped over the casket of Maj. R. Sterling
A flag is draped over the casket of Maj. R. Sterling Norton, a fallen pilot with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 232, before being transported to his memorial service aboard Marine Corps Air Station Miram... More
181213-N-RM689-1262 SAN DIEGO (Dec. 13, 2018) Stuart
181213-N-RM689-1262 SAN DIEGO (Dec. 13, 2018) Stuart Hadley, president of the Pearl Harbor Survivor Association, conducts the bell ceremony during the memorial service at Miramar National Cemetery for Chief Qua... More
U.S. Marines assigned to 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing,
U.S. Marines assigned to 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, raise 50 national flags during the open house and dedication of the Avenue of Flags at Miramar National Cemetery, San Diego, Jan. 28, 2012. The Marines partici... More
181213-N-RM689-1460 SAN DIEGO (Dec. 13, 2018) People
181213-N-RM689-1460 SAN DIEGO (Dec. 13, 2018) People salute the casket of Chief Quartermaster Raymond Chavez, the oldest survivor of the Pearl Harbor attack, during his memorial service at Miramar National Ceme... More
181213-N-RM689-1385 SAN DIEGO (Dec. 13, 2018) A honor
181213-N-RM689-1385 SAN DIEGO (Dec. 13, 2018) A honor team prepares to fold the flag during the memorial service at Miramar National Cemetery for Chief Quartermaster Raymond Chavez, the oldest survivor of the P... More
181213-N-RM689-1429 SAN DIEGO (Dec. 13, 2018) U.S.
181213-N-RM689-1429 SAN DIEGO (Dec. 13, 2018) U.S. Navy veteran Edward J. Berger, presents the flag to Kathleen Chavez (left) during the memorial service at Miramar National Cemetery for her father, Chief Quart... More
181213-N-RM689-1343 SAN DIEGO (Dec. 13, 2018) A honor
181213-N-RM689-1343 SAN DIEGO (Dec. 13, 2018) A honor team prepares to fold the flag during the memorial service at Miramar National Cemetery for Chief Quartermaster Raymond Chavez, the oldest survivor of the P... More
181213-N-RM689-1201 SAN DIEGO (Dec. 13, 2018) The funeral
181213-N-RM689-1201 SAN DIEGO (Dec. 13, 2018) The funeral profession escorts the casket containing Chief Quartermaster Raymond Chavez, the oldest survivor of the Pearl Harbor attack, during his memorial service... More
181213-N-RM689-1545 SAN DIEGO (Dec. 13, 2018) Stuart
181213-N-RM689-1545 SAN DIEGO (Dec. 13, 2018) Stuart Hadley, president of the Pearl Harbor Survivor Association, says goodbye to Chief Quartermaster Raymond Chavez, the oldest survivor of the Pearl Harbor attac... More
181213-N-RM689-1486 SAN DIEGO (Dec. 13, 2018) Stuart
181213-N-RM689-1486 SAN DIEGO (Dec. 13, 2018) Stuart Hadley, president of the Pearl Harbor Survivor Association, attends the memorial service at Miramar National Cemetery for Chief Quartermaster Raymond Chavez,... More
181213-N-RM689-1467 SAN DIEGO (Dec. 13, 2018) Jeff
181213-N-RM689-1467 SAN DIEGO (Dec. 13, 2018) Jeff Senour sings a song during the memorial service at Miramar National Cemetery for Chief Quartermaster Raymond Chavez, the oldest survivor of the Pearl Harbor at... More
181213-N-RM689-1541 SAN DIEGO (Dec. 13, 2018) Stuart
181213-N-RM689-1541 SAN DIEGO (Dec. 13, 2018) Stuart Hadley, president of the Pearl Harbor Survivor Association, says goodbye to Chief Quartermaster Raymond Chavez, the oldest survivor of the Pearl Harbor attac... More
A Marine places boots at the base of the Battle Cross
A Marine places boots at the base of the Battle Cross display for Maj. R. Sterling Norton, a fallen pilot with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 232, during his memorial service aboard Marine Corps Air Stat... More
Never Forgotten - Public domain photogrpaph
Lt. Col. Wade Workman presents the flag of Maj. R. Sterling Norton, a fallen pilot with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 232, to his wife during his funeral ceremony at the Miramar National Cemetery, San D... More
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Distinguished guests, including Maj. Gen. Anthony L. Jackson, the commanding general of Marine Corps Installations West, center, and Kirk Leopard, the director of Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery, left, unveil... More
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A joint-force color guard waits before the ceremony which marked the official opening of Miramar National Cemetery at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., Nov. 22. San Diego veterans groups lobbied for al... More
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Ceremony attendees gather before the start of a burial while the iconic Prisoner of War/Missing in Action flag waves over the grounds at Miramar National Cemetery aboard Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif... More
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A U.S. Army honor guard stands at parade rest, waiting to execute a rifle salute at Miramar National Cemetery aboard Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., Nov. 22. Dignitaries performed the first burials a... More
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An Air Force honor guard prepares to present the American flag to the families of the veterans buried at Miramar National Cemetery aboard Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., Nov. 22. The four veterans an... More
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An Air Force honor guard folds the American flag after presenting it to the families of the first veterans buried at Miramar National Cemetery aboard Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., Nov. 22. The new ... More
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A joint-force color guard stands before the grave sites at Miramar National Cemetery aboard Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., Nov. 22. These first five burials marked the official opening of the new fa... More
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A lone bugler finishes a rendition of "Taps" at Miramar National Cemetery aboard Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., Nov. 22. Dignitaries buried four veterans and one spouse, marking the official opening... More
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A Marine places boots at the base of the Battle Cross display for Maj. R. Sterling Norton, a fallen pilot with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 232, during his memorial service aboard Marine Corps Air Stat... More