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U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jesse Davis/Released 250623-M-SJ635-1028.JPG
Jun 24, 2025
U.S. Marines and locals pay their respects at the Hamahiga Island memorial site on Hamahiga Island, Okinawa, Japan, June 23, 2025. The first memorial is dedicated to the island residents who lost their lives during the battle, while the second memorial recognizes U.S. Marine Corps Col. Kermit Shelly, who was the commanding officer of 3rd Force Service Regiment from March 1967 until his death in June 1968. Shelly had a profound impact on the restoration of the local community and his most notable efforts include the construction of an elementary school, middle school, church, community hall, multiple private residences and the island’s water reservoir. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jesse Davis)
CAMERA
Canon EOS R5
LENS
RF28-70mm F2 L USM
APERTURE
28/10
SHUTTERSPEED
1/100
ISO
250
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