March 25, 2017 -  World War II Marine Corps veterans salute a memorial after placing a wreath at the base during a wreath-laying presentation as part of the 72nd Reunion of Honor ceremony on Iwo To (Iwo Jima), Japan. The event presented the opportunity for the U.S. and Japanese people to mutually remember and honor thousands of service members who fought and died on the hallowed grounds of Iwo Jima. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Valerie Eppler)

The U.S. Marines