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LSU Military Museum tells the story of the Duval brothers on 80th anniversary of Iwo Jima
The year-long exhibit, "LSU Commemorates Iwo Jima's 80th Anniversary: Honoring the Legacy of the Duval Brothers," honors the ...
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In 1945, her grandfather stormed the black sand beaches of Iwo Jima. 80 years later, she’s retracing his footsteps
In honor of her grandfather, she was going to make every second count on Iwo Jima. It was the only day this year that American citizens could visit the island, reserved for a select few as part of ...
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NAVFAC completes critical roof restoration at National Museum of the Marine Corps
The (NAVFAC) has successfully completed a specialized roof restoration project at the iconic National Museum of the Marine ...
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Ira Hayes was caught in the recent scrubbing of DEI history — but his family still shares his story
Ira Hayes is arguably Arizona’s most iconic World War II hero, as one of six Marines who famously raised the American flag at ...
Japanese emperor visits Iwo Jima to honor the dead in one of WWII’s fiercest battles
Japan’s Emperor Naruhito has visited Iwo Jima to pay tribute to Japanese and Americans who died on the island in one of World ...
Inspired by sea stories: Providence's Jarek Marte found purpose in the Navy
Providence native Jarek Marte’s life-changing enlistment led him to serve aboard USS Iwo Jima as a Navy weapons specialist.
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Japanese emperor visits Iwo Jima to honor the dead in one of WWII’s fiercest battles
IWO-TO, Japan (AP) — Japan’s Emperor Naruhito visited Iwo Jima on Monday and paid tribute to thousands of Japanese and Americans who died in one of World War II’s bloodiest battles.