180326-N-RD713-032 OKINAWA, Japan (March 26, 2018)
180326-N-RD713-032 OKINAWA, Japan (March 26, 2018) Logistics Specialist 2nd Class Aaron Houp, from Booneville, Ark., pauses to take a photo of Okinawa at the Japanese Naval Underground Headquarters during a Mor... More
Marines and Sailors with the 31st Marine Expeditionary
Marines and Sailors with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit listen to Chris Majewski, lead tour guide, during a Marine Corps Community Services-sponsored tour of historically significant points of interest acro... More
The Cornerstone of Peace sits adorned with letters
The Cornerstone of Peace sits adorned with letters and flowers to commemorate the Battle of Okinawa at Peace Memorial Park during a Marine Corps Community Services-sponsored tour of historically significant poi... More
A sign shows the placement of the names of men killed
A sign shows the placement of the names of men killed during the Battle of Okinawa at Peace Memorial Park during a Marine Corps Community Services-sponsored tour of historically significant points of interest a... More
Setsuko Inafuku answers questions in one of the many
Setsuko Inafuku answers questions in one of the many tunnels at the site of the former Japanese Navy Underground Headquarters during a battle sites tour Nov. 13. During the tour, Inafuku led more than 40 servic... More
Setsuko Inafuku educates Marines on the Battle of Okinawa
Setsuko Inafuku educates Marines on the Battle of Okinawa at the site of the former Japanese Navy Underground Headquarters during a battle sites tour Nov. 13.
Setsuko Inafuku explains different operations that
Setsuko Inafuku explains different operations that took place during the Battle of Okinawa while leading a battle sites tour Nov. 13 at the site of the former Japanese Navy Underground Headquarters.
Maj. Adam L. Johns, executive officer of Marine Wing
Maj. Adam L. Johns, executive officer of Marine Wing Headquarters Squadron 1, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, visits landmark Hacksaw Ridge as part of the Marine Corps Community Services Battle Sites Tour, Jan. 19, 2... More
Marines with Corporals Course class 576-18 test their
Marines with Corporals Course class 576-18 test their stamina while running to the top of Hacksaw Ridge July 25, 2018 at Okinawa, Japan. Master Sgt. Eric C. Hernandez, the operations chief with Communications C... More
Capt. Benjamin E. Barr speaks to August Cole, co-author
Capt. Benjamin E. Barr speaks to August Cole, co-author of “Ghost Fleet,” at Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, June 4, 2019. Cole’s visit allowed the Marines and Sailors to share ideas and discuss the parallels betw... More
Setsuko Inafuku tells Marines about Army Lt. Gen. Simon
Setsuko Inafuku tells Marines about Army Lt. Gen. Simon B. Buckner Jr. while she leads guests through a battle sites tour at the Okinawa Prefectural Peace Memorial Museum in Naha, Okinawa Nov. 13. Buckner was k... More
August Cole, co-author of “Ghost Fleet,” speaks to
August Cole, co-author of “Ghost Fleet,” speaks to a Marine with III Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group during a writing workshop at Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, June 5, 2019. Cole conducted this work... More
Marines and Sailors with the 31st Marine Expeditionary
Marines and Sailors with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit explore the Battle of Okinawa Historical Display at Camp Kinser during a Marine Corps Community Services-sponsored tour of historically significant po... More
Marines with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit hike
Marines with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit hike through Hacksaw Ridge, Okinawa, Japan, May 4, 2017. The Marines, noncommissioned officers with the MEU, visited World War II battle sites throughout Okinawa ... More
Brig. Gen. Thomas D. Weidley, commanding general of
Brig. Gen. Thomas D. Weidley, commanding general of 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, joins 1st MAW leadership for the Marine Corps Community Services Battle Sites Tour, Jan. 19, 2018, Okinawa, Japan. The tour's primar... More
Brig. Gen. Thomas D. Weidley, commanding general of
Brig. Gen. Thomas D. Weidley, commanding general of 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, joins 1st MAW leadership for the Marine Corps Community Services Battle Sites Tour, Jan. 19, 2018, Okinawa, Japan. The tour's primar... More
Brig. Gen. Thomas D. Weidley, commanding general of
Brig. Gen. Thomas D. Weidley, commanding general of 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, joins 1st MAW leadership for the Marine Corps Community Services Battle Sites Tour, Jan. 19, 2018, Okinawa, Japan. The tour's primar... More
Marines and Sailors with the 31st Marine Expeditionary
Marines and Sailors with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit explore the Battle of Okinawa Historical Display at Camp Kinser during a Marine Corps Community Services-sponsored tour of historically significant po... More
Marines and Sailors with the 31st Marine Expeditionary
Marines and Sailors with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit listen to Chris Majewski, lead tour guide, atop Hacksaw Ridge during a Marine Corps Community Services-sponsored tour of historically significant poin... More
A Marine with III Marine Expeditionary Force Information
A Marine with III Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group reads a sign during a tour of Hacksaw Ridge, Okinawa, Japan, June 6, 2019. Marines of III MIG toured Okinawa and visited multiple World War II site... More
Common WWII era Marine Corps uniform, equipment and
Common WWII era Marine Corps uniform, equipment and weapons sit on display inside the Battle of Okinawa Historical Display at Camp Kinser during a Marine Corps Community Services-sponsored tour of historically ... More
Marines with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit explore
Marines with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit explore the Peace Memorial Park during a Marine Corps Community Services-sponsored tour of historically significant points of interest across southern Okinawa, Ja... More
Cpl. William Baker, center, an ammunition technician
Cpl. William Baker, center, an ammunition technician with Headquarters Company, Headquarters Regiment, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, listens as Master Sgt. Eric C. Hernandez speaks to the Marines in Corporals Cou... More
1st Lt. Demond Glover Jr. takes notes during a writing
1st Lt. Demond Glover Jr. takes notes during a writing workshop at Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, June 5, 2019. Author of “Ghost Fleet,” August Cole, conducted this workshop to mentor and assist Marines and Sailo... More
A Marine with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit explores
A Marine with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit explores the tunnels of the former Japanese Navy Underground Headquarters during a Marine Corps Community Services-sponsored tour of historically significant poi... More
A Marine with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit explores
A Marine with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit explores the Peace Memorial Park during a Marine Corps Community Services-sponsored tour of historically significant points of interest across southern Okinawa, ... More
Marines with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit explore
Marines with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit explore the Peace Memorial Park during a Marine Corps Community Services-sponsored tour of historically significant points of interest across southern Okinawa, Ja... More
171130-N-YG104-020 OKINAWA, Japan (Nov. 30, 2017) Sailors
171130-N-YG104-020 OKINAWA, Japan (Nov. 30, 2017) Sailors visit caves and shrines during a visit to the World War II battle site “Hacksaw Ridge” as part of a cultural exchange. The exchange was intended to incr... More
Lance Cpl. Taylor Napier, a heavy equipment operator
Lance Cpl. Taylor Napier, a heavy equipment operator with Combat Logistics Battalion 31 and native of Dayton, Ohio, reads a sign in the tunnels of the former Japanese Navy Underground Headquarters during a Mari... More
171130-N-YG104-019 OKINAWA, Japan (Nov. 30, 2017) Sailors
171130-N-YG104-019 OKINAWA, Japan (Nov. 30, 2017) Sailors visit caves and shrines during a visit to the World War II battle site “Hacksaw Ridge” as part of a cultural exchange. The exchange was intended to incr... More
Marines and Sailors with III Marine Expeditionary Force
Marines and Sailors with III Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group listen during a speech from August Cole, co-author of “Ghost Fleet,” at Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, June 4, 2019. Cole’s visit allowed ... More
Marines and Sailors with the 31st Marine Expeditionary
Marines and Sailors with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit handle WWII-era weapons inside the Battle of Okinawa Historical Display at Camp Kinser during a Marine Corps Community Services-sponsored tour of hist... More
Marines with III Marine Expeditionary Force Information
Marines with III Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group hike to the top of Conical Hill, Okinawa, Japan, June 6, 2019. Marines of III MIG toured Okinawa and visited multiple World War II sites across the ... More
Common WWII era Imperial Japanese Army uniform, equipment
Common WWII era Imperial Japanese Army uniform, equipment and weapons sit on display inside the Battle of Okinawa Historical Display at Camp Kinser during a Marine Corps Community Services-sponsored tour of his... More
171130-N-YG104-021 OKINAWA, Japan (Nov. 30, 2017) Japanese
171130-N-YG104-021 OKINAWA, Japan (Nov. 30, 2017) Japanese and American service members pose for a photo during a visit to the World War II battle site “Hacksaw Ridge” as part of a cultural exchange. The exchan... More
Marines with Corporals Course class 576-18 ran to the
Marines with Corporals Course class 576-18 ran to the top of Hacksaw Ridge from Camp Kinser, Okinawa, Japan July 25, 2018. Master Sgt. Eric C. Hernandez, the guest of honor for the course, spoke to the Marines ... More
Marines and Sailors with the 31st Marine Expeditionary
Marines and Sailors with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit listen to Chris Majewski, lead tour guide, atop Hacksaw Ridge during a Marine Corps Community Services-sponsored tour of historically significant poin... More
1st Marine Aircraft Wing leadership participates in
1st Marine Aircraft Wing leadership participates in the Marine Corps Community Services Battle Sites Tour, Jan. 19, 2018, Okinawa, Japan. The tour's primary purpose is to educate participants about Okinawan his... More
Brig. Gen. Thomas D. Weidley, commanding general of
Brig. Gen. Thomas D. Weidley, commanding general of 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, joins 1st MAW leadership for the Marine Corps Community Services Battle Sites Tour, Jan. 19, 2018, Okinawa, Japan. The tour's primar... More
Marines and Sailors with the 31st Marine Expeditionary
Marines and Sailors with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit climb toward the peak of the Maeda Escarpment, also known as Hacksaw Ridge, during a Marine Corps Community Services-sponsored tour of historically si... More
Lt. Col. Petra L. Seipel presents August Cole, co-author
Lt. Col. Petra L. Seipel presents August Cole, co-author of “Ghost Fleet,” with a challenge coin during a historic landmark tour at Tomori, Okinawa, Japan, June 6, 2019. Cole and Marines of III Marine Expeditio... More
August Cole, co-author of “Ghost Fleet,” engages in
August Cole, co-author of “Ghost Fleet,” engages in discussion with Marines and Sailors of III Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group at Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, June 4, 2019. Cole’s visit allowed the... More
Chris Majewski points to a Japanese offensive position
Chris Majewski points to a Japanese offensive position during a tour Sept. 7, 2018 at Hacksaw Ridge, Okinawa, Japan. Marines and Sailors with Headquarters Company, Headquarters Regiment, 3rd Marine Logistics Gr... More
Navy Lt. Rob Friebel, the chaplain for Combat Logistics
Navy Lt. Rob Friebel, the chaplain for Combat Logistics Battalion 31, views a static display at the entry to Hacksaw Ridge during a Marine Corps Community Services-sponsored tour of historically significant poi... More
Marines and Sailors with the 31st Marine Expeditionary
Marines and Sailors with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit listen to Chris Majewski, lead tour guide, atop Hacksaw Ridge during a Marine Corps Community Services-sponsored tour of historically significant poin... More
Marines and Sailors with the 31st Marine Expeditionary
Marines and Sailors with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit descend into the tunnels of the former Japanese Navy Underground Headquarters during a Marine Corps Community Services-sponsored tour of historically ... More
USS Bonhomme Richard Sailors visit Hacksaw Ridge and former Japanese N...
180326-N-RD713-007 OKINAWA, Japan (March 26, 2018) Ensign Tasha Talbot, front, from Mattawa, Wash., and Ensign Adam Hansen, from Stow, Ohio, pause to take a photo at Hacksaw Ridge during a Morale, Welfare and ... More
Col. Larry M. Jenkins speaks to August Cole, co-author
Col. Larry M. Jenkins speaks to August Cole, co-author of “Ghost Fleet,” at Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, June 4, 2019. Cole’s visit allowed the Marines and Sailors to share ideas and discuss the parallels betwe... More
Marines with III Marine Expeditionary Force Information
Marines with III Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group come to attention while U.S. Army Pfc. Desmond Doss’s Medal of Honor citation is read during a tour of Hacksaw Ridge, Okinawa, Japan, June 6, 2019. ... More
Petty Officer 3rd Class Anthony Woodcasella, a religious
Petty Officer 3rd Class Anthony Woodcasella, a religious program specialist with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, learns from a static display inside the Battle of Okinawa Historical Display at Camp Kinser d... More
A photo of U.S. Army Lt. Gen. Simon Buckner Jr. is
A photo of U.S. Army Lt. Gen. Simon Buckner Jr. is displayed while Master Gunnery Sgt. Richard E. Deuto tells the story of Buckner, Itoman, Okinawa, Japan, June 6, 2019. Deuto, the operations chief of III Marin... More
171130-N-YG104-015 OKINAWA, Japan (Nov. 30, 2017) Cmdr.
171130-N-YG104-015 OKINAWA, Japan (Nov. 30, 2017) Cmdr. Alex Mabini observes the horizon during a visit to the World War II battle site “Hacksaw Ridge” as part of a cultural exchange. The exchange was intended ... More
Master Sgt. Eric C. Hernandez, the guest speaker of
Master Sgt. Eric C. Hernandez, the guest speaker of Corporals Course class 576-18 and the operations chief of Communications Company, Headquarters Regiment, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, expresses his thoughts on... More
A static display at the entry to Hacksaw Ridge shows
A static display at the entry to Hacksaw Ridge shows a scaled model of the Maeda Escarpment during a Marine Corps Community Services-sponsored tour of historically significant points of interest across southern... More
Cpl. Jeremy Joseph, a ground radio repairman with the
Cpl. Jeremy Joseph, a ground radio repairman with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, listens to the history of Hacksaw Ridge during a Marine Corps Community Services-sponsored tour of historically significant ... More
August Cole, co-author of “Ghost Fleet,” views the
August Cole, co-author of “Ghost Fleet,” views the spot where U.S. Army Pfc. Desmond Doss lowered injured soldiers from atop the ridge during a tour of Hacksaw Ridge, Okinawa, Japan, June 6, 2019. Cole and Mari... More
A statue of Imperial Japanese Navy Vice Adm. Ota Minour
A statue of Imperial Japanese Navy Vice Adm. Ota Minour stands inside the Battle of Okinawa Historical Display at Camp Kinser during a Marine Corps Community Services-sponsored tour of historically significant ... More
Cpl. Lee Flodder, left, and Lance Cpl. Ryan Denfeld,
Cpl. Lee Flodder, left, and Lance Cpl. Ryan Denfeld, both machine gunners with Golf Company, Battalion Landing Team, 2nd Battalion, 5th Marines, view the names of men killed as part of the Battle of Okinawa at ... More
1st Marine Aircraft Wing leadership participates in
1st Marine Aircraft Wing leadership participates in the Marine Corps Community Services Battle Sites Tour, Jan. 19, 2018, Okinawa, Japan. The tour's primary purpose is to educate participants about Okinawan his... More
180326-N-RD713-041 OKINAWA, Japan (March 26, 2018)
180326-N-RD713-041 OKINAWA, Japan (March 26, 2018) Sailors assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) pause during a Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR-)sponsored visit of the Japane... More
August Cole, co-author of “Ghost Fleet,” signs a copy
August Cole, co-author of “Ghost Fleet,” signs a copy of his book following a discussion with Marines and Sailors of III Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group at Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, June 4, 2019... More
Marines with III Marine Expeditionary Force Information
Marines with III Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group and August Cole, co-author of “Ghost Fleet,” view World War II bunkers on Kakazu Ridge, Okinawa, Japan, June 6, 2019. Cole and the Marines toured Ok... More
Cpl. Elizabeth Kruggel, a landing support specialist
Cpl. Elizabeth Kruggel, a landing support specialist with Combat Logistics Battalion 31, explores the Battle of Okinawa Historical Display at Camp Kinser during a Marine Corps Community Services-sponsored tour ... More
Marines with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit read
Marines with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit read about the tunnel construction of the former Japanese Navy Underground Headquarters during a Marine Corps Community Services-sponsored tour of historically si... More
Marines and Sailors with the 31st Marine Expeditionary
Marines and Sailors with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit explore the tunnels of the former Japanese Navy Underground Headquarters during a Marine Corps Community Services-sponsored tour of historically signi... More
Marines with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit hike
Marines with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit hike up a hill at Hacksaw Ridge, Okinawa, Japan, May 4, 2017. The Marines, noncommissioned officers with the MEU, visited World War II battle sites throughout Oki... More
Marines and Sailors hike up Hacksaw Ridge, Okinawa,
Marines and Sailors hike up Hacksaw Ridge, Okinawa, Japan, Sept. 7, 2018. Marines and Sailors with Headquarters Company, Headquarters Regiment, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, participated in the World War II battl... More
Marines and Sailors with the 31st Marine Expeditionary
Marines and Sailors with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit view static displays at the entry to Hacksaw Ridge during a Marine Corps Community Services-sponsored tour of historically significant points of inter... More
Lance Cpl. Tulio Barbosa, left, and Lance Cpl. Lester
Lance Cpl. Tulio Barbosa, left, and Lance Cpl. Lester M. Muldong take part in a tour Sept. 7, 2018 at Hacksaw Ridge, Okinawa, Japan. Marines and Sailors with Headquarters Company, Headquarters Regiment, 3rd Mar... More
Brig. Gen. Thomas D. Weidley, commanding general of
Brig. Gen. Thomas D. Weidley, commanding general of 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, joins 1st MAW leadership for the Marine Corps Community Services Battle Sites Tour, Jan. 19, 2018, Okinawa, Japan. The tour's primar... More
Brig. Gen. Thomas D. Weidley, commanding general of
Brig. Gen. Thomas D. Weidley, commanding general of 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, joins 1st MAW leadership for the Marine Corps Community Services Battle Sites Tour, Jan. 19, 2018, Okinawa, Japan. The tour's primar... More
August Cole, co-author of “Ghost Fleet,” explains steps
August Cole, co-author of “Ghost Fleet,” explains steps of the writing process during a writing workshop with Marines and Sailors of III Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group at Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Jap... More
Marines and Sailors with the 31st Marine Expeditionary
Marines and Sailors with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit look south toward the densely-populated area north of Naha from atop the Maeda Escarpment, also known as Hacksaw Ridge, during a Marine Corps Communit... More
Master Gunnery Sgt. Richard E. Deuto speaks to August
Master Gunnery Sgt. Richard E. Deuto speaks to August Cole, left, author of “Ghost Fleet,” during a tour of Hacksaw Ridge, Okinawa, Japan, June 6, 2019. Deuto, the operations chief of III Marine Expeditionary F... More
Marines with III Marine Expeditionary Force Information
Marines with III Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group walk up to the memorial of U.S. Army Lt. Gen. Simon Buckner Jr., Itoman, Okinawa, Japan, June 6, 2019. Marines of III MIG toured Okinawa and visited... More
Marines and Sailors with the 31st Marine Expeditionary
Marines and Sailors with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit explore the Peace Memorial Park during a Marine Corps Community Services-sponsored tour of historically significant points of interest across southern... More
Marines with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit hike
Marines with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit hike down a hill at Hacksaw Ridge, Okinawa, Japan, May 4, 2017. The Marines, noncommissioned officers with the MEU, visited World War II battle sites throughout O... More
Chris Majewski describes the details of the conflict
Chris Majewski describes the details of the conflict on Hacksaw Ridge with Marines and Sailors during a tour Sept. 7, 2018 at Hacksaw Ridge, Okinawa, Japan. Marines and Sailors with Headquarters Company, Headqu... More
August Cole, co-author of “Ghost Fleet,” speaks to
August Cole, co-author of “Ghost Fleet,” speaks to Marines and Sailors with III Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group at Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, June 4, 2019. Cole’s visit allowed the Marines and Sa... More
Marines and Sailors with the 31st Marine Expeditionary
Marines and Sailors with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit ascend the stairs which lead toward Hacksaw Ridge during a Marine Corps Community Services-sponsored tour of historically significant points of intere... More
Marines and Sailors with the 31st Marine Expeditionary
Marines and Sailors with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit look south toward the densely-populated area north of Naha from atop the Maeda Escarpment, also known as Hacksaw Ridge, during a Marine Corps Communit... More
A sign warns visitors of snakes while Marines with
A sign warns visitors of snakes while Marines with III Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group tour Hacksaw Ridge, Okinawa, Japan, June 6, 2019. Marines of III MIG toured Okinawa and visited multiple World... More
Marines and Sailors with the 31st Marine Expeditionary
Marines and Sailors with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit explore the Battle of Okinawa Historical Display at Camp Kinser during a Marine Corps Community Services-sponsored tour of historically significant po... More
Master Gunnery Sgt. Richard E. Deuto points out historical
Master Gunnery Sgt. Richard E. Deuto points out historical landmarks from atop Conical Hill, Okinawa, Japan, June 6, 2019. Deuto, the operations chief of III Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, dedica... More
Marines with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit descend
Marines with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit descend into the tunnels of the former Japanese Navy Underground Headquarters during a Marine Corps Community Services-sponsored tour of historically significant ... More
Marines and Sailors with the 31st Marine Expeditionary
Marines and Sailors with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit explore the tunnels of the former Japanese Navy Underground Headquarters during a Marine Corps Community Services-sponsored tour of historically signi... More
Lance Cpl. Armando Sajbin, a rifleman with Battalion
Lance Cpl. Armando Sajbin, a rifleman with Battalion Landing Team, 2nd Battalion, 5th Marines, reads a sign in the tunnels of the former Japanese Navy Underground Headquarters during a Marine Corps Community Se... More