Posted on Nov 10, 2015

Did you know the Iwo Jima Memorial was dedicated on November 10, 1954?

SSgt Alex Robinson

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U.S. President Dwight D. Eisenhower dedicates the USMC War Memorial (Iwo Jima memorial) in Arlington National Cemetery.

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Semper Fidelis.; SSgt Alex Robinson

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Cpl Jeff N.

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Yes, and three of the original flag raisers (the only ones that survived the battle) were there as well. Ira Hayes, Rene Gagnon and John Bradley. Some of the parents of the other flag raisers were there for the dedication as well (Strank, Block and Sousely).

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