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Iwo Jima Veteran Louis Bourgault Jr. Honored on 100th Birthday

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WILMINGTON, N.C. — World War II veteran and Iwo Jima survivor Louis Bourgault Jr. was honored by family, friends and U.S. Marines during a ceremony aboard the decommissioned battleship USS North Carolina on May 9, 2025, marking his 100th birthday.

Bourgault, a Marine Corps rifleman born on May 9, 1925, served in several pivotal battles during the war, including the Battle of Iwo Jima. His military service and century of life were recognized in a tribute hosted by Marines from II Marine Expeditionary Force.

The ceremony celebrated both his service and the legacy of the Marines who fought alongside him. It took place on the historic USS North Carolina, a fitting location to honor a veteran of the Pacific campaign.

Bourgault’s milestone birthday serves as a powerful reminder of the enduring sacrifices and contributions of the World War II generation.

Source: Staff Sgt. Alexa M. Hernandez/U.S. Marine Corps via DVIDS

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