JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii, (Sept. 2, 2020) Defense Secretary Mark T. Esper participates in a Zoom call with World War II veterans from aboard the Battleship Missouri Memorial during the 75th Anniversary of the End of World War II commemoration ceremony at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. The events of WWII remain a historic reminder of how the dedicated resolve of allies with a common purpose and shared vision builds proven partnerships that endure. The U.S. military continues to stand together with allies and partners in maintaining a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Melvin Gonzalvo)