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The Prime Minister Attends the Memorial Service for Members of the Self-Defense Forces Who Lost Their Lives on Duty
Saturday, October 15, 2011
Photograph of the Prime Minister delivering a memorial address at the Memorial Service for Members of the Self-Defense Forces Who Lost Their Lives on Duty
Prime Minister Yoshihiko Noda attended the FY2011 Memorial Service for Members of the Self-Defense Forces (SDF) Who Lost Their Lives on Duty held at the Ministry of Defense.
The Memorial Service was intended to pay tribute to the members of the SDF who lost their lives on duty. The ceremony has been held since 1957, hosted by the Minister of Defense. The Prime Minister offered a silent prayer, delivered a memorial address, and offered a flower.
