161203-N-ZK021-108 HONOLULU (Dec. 3, 2016) A World

161203-N-ZK021-108 HONOLULU (Dec. 3, 2016) A World War II (WWII) veteran salutes as Sailors assigned to various commands throughout Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam greet Pearl Harbor survivors and WWII veterans arriving at Honolulu International Airport. More than 100 WWII veterans, including Pearl Harbor survivors, arrived in Honolulu to participate in the remembrance events throughout the week to honor the courage and sacrifices of those who served during Dec. 7, 1941, and throughout the Pacific Theater. Dec. 7, 2016, marks the 75th anniversary of the attacks on Pearl Harbor and Oahu. As a Pacific nation, the U.S. is committed to continue its responsibility of protecting the Pacific sea-lanes, advancing international ideals and relationships, well as delivering security, influence, and responsiveness in the region. (U.S. Navy photo by Petty Officer 1st Class Nardel Gervacio/Released)