060526-N-4936C-002 New York (May 26, 2006) - Lorenzo Dufau, holding a DVD of the movie ÒProud,Ó meets Sailors of the USS Mason (DDG 87) in New York City during Fleet Week New York 2006. The movie ÒProudÓ is based on the World War II experiences of the USS Mason (DE-529), which was the first Naval ship predominantly manned by black crewmembers. Mr. Dufau was a signalman aboard Mason. The crew of the current USS Mason (DDG 87) honored Mr. Dufau on the ship while she participated in Fleet Week New York. Fleet Week is New YorkÕs celebration of the sea services honoring those who have made the ulti
060526-N-4936C-002 New York (May 26, 2006) - Lorenzo Dufau, holding a DVD of the movie ÒProud,Ó meets Sailors of the USS Mason (DDG 87) in New York City during Fleet Week New York 2006. The movie ÒProudÓ is based on the World War II experiences of the USS Mason (DE-529), which was the first Naval ship predominantly manned by black crewmembers. Mr. Dufau was a signalman aboard Mason. The crew of the current USS Mason (DDG 87) honored Mr. Dufau on the ship while she participated in Fleet Week New York. Fleet Week is New YorkÕs celebration of the sea services honoring those who have made the ultimate sacrifice through numerous Memorial Day events, remembrances and services. Navy photo by Journalist 2nd Class David P. Coleman (RELEASED) US Navy 060526-N-4936C-002 Lorenzo Dufau, holding a DVD of the movie %%5Eldquo,Proud,%%5Erdquo, meets Sailors of the USS Mason (DDG 87) in New York City during Fleet Week New York 2006
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