120604-N-WL435-215 WASHINGTON (June 4, 2012) Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Jonathan Greenert delivers remarks to service members, family and friends beside seven Battle of Midway survivors at the Navy Memorial during the Battle of Midway Commemoration Day ceremony. Greenert officially proclaimed June 4, 2012 "Battle of Midway Commemoration Day" and called upon all Sailors from this day forward to mark June 4 as a day to remember the bravery and legacy of Midway veterans. This year is the 70th Anniversary of the decisive Battle of Midway, known as the turning point in WWII, which le


120604-N-WL435-215 WASHINGTON (June 4, 2012) Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Jonathan Greenert delivers remarks to service members, family and friends beside seven Battle of Midway survivors at the Navy Memorial during the Battle of Midway Commemoration Day ceremony. Greenert officially proclaimed June 4, 2012 "Battle of Midway Commemoration Day" and called upon all Sailors from this day forward to mark June 4 as a day to remember the bravery and legacy of Midway veterans. This year is the 70th Anniversary of the decisive Battle of Midway, known as the turning point in WWII, which lead to the United States' victory in the Pacific. ( Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Peter D. Lawlor/Released) photo essay 120604-N-WL435-215


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