Call NumberRMN-060-9856CreatorTodd HeislerContributorTFH (writer)Date2005-08-28SummaryPULITZER PRIZE PHOTOGRAPH: The day before the funeral of their friend, 2nd Lt. Jon Mueller, left and 1st Lt. Matthew Baumann practiced for hours folding a flag, making sure there would be no errors the next day.""That will be the last time his flag is folded,"" said Major Steve Beck, as he instructed them. ""It has to be perfect.""Subject2006 Pulitzer Prize (Feature Photography)Final SaluteMarinesMilitary ceremonies, honors, and salutesGeographic AreaReno (Nev.)CollectionRocky Mountain News Pulitzer PrizesLanguageeng
Todd Heisler, Jon Mueller and Matthew Baumann practiced folding a flag in preparation for the funeral of their friend. (2005-08-28). Denver Public Library Digital Collections, accessed 12/02/2026, https://digital.denverlibrary.org/nodes/view/682607