Kahu Kordell Kekoa, a Hawaiian priest with Kahu Kekoas Ministerial Services, spreads rainwater using ti plant leaves during a traditional Hawaiian blessing ceremony for Mackie Hall at MCBH, Sept. 30, 2024. The spreading of rainwater symbolized health, nourishment, and security in anticipation of the demolition of Mackie Hall, one of several military construction plans in line with Barracks 2030, a Marine Corps initiative to improve the quality of life of Marines through the modernization of facilities and the professionalization of barracks management. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Julian Elliott-Drouin)
Date Taken: | 09.30.2024 |
Date Posted: | 10.07.2024 15:15 |
Photo ID: | 8678788 |
VIRIN: | 240930-M-DA549-1173 |
Resolution: | 6267x4178 |
Size: | 12.54 MB |
Location: | MARINE CORPS BASE HAWAII, US |
Web Views: | 8 |
Downloads: | 1 |
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