“IWO JIMA” Painting The Flag Raising at Iwo Jima LIVE in Erie, PA at the Bay Frog Open. This painting was auctioned to benefit military, first responders, and their families by supporting Uncommon Grit Foundation. uncommongritfoundation This painting is from an iconic photograph of six United States Marines raising the U.S. flag atop Mount Suribachi during the Battle of Iwo Jima in the final stages of the Pacific War. It is always an honor to paint it. . . . . . #military #usa #troops #memorial #unitedstatesofamerica #unitedstates #godbless #iwojima #ww2 #worldwar2 #painting #art #livepainting #speedpainting #fundraiser #event #charity #gala #artist #artwork