FSMIS (May 15, 2014): This morning, a solemn remembrance
ceremony was held at the Pohnpei International Airport, honoring the ten young
men and woman from the Federated States of Micronesia who lost their lives
while serving in the United States Armed Forces.
Large-size framed pictures of these "heroes" have
been honorably displayed at the arrival wing of the airport terminal for about
2 years.
The ceremony involved a brief opening remarks by Mr. Miguel
Ordonez, Deputy Chief of Mission (DCM),
United States Embassy in the FSM followed by a prayer by Pastor Epel Ilon of
the Pacific Mission Aviation Church.
A laying of 5 wreaths placed below the photos was done by Mr.
Asterio Takesy, FSM Ambassador to the United States, Captain Mark H. Scovill, Chief
of Staff, Joint Region Marianas, Honorable Marcello Peterson, Lieutenant
Governor of the State of Pohpei, Mr. Miguel Ordonez, DCM, and Mr. Benito
Cantero who represented the FSM Veterans Association.
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