SASEBO NAVAL BASE, Japan — An annual tribute to American prisoners of war and Japanese workers who died building the Soto Dam during World War II is scheduled for Monday near the base.

The Sasebo Naval Base Chief Petty Officers Association, the Blue Jackets Association and the Kyushu Military Retired Association will honor the 55 servicemembers and 14 Japanese with a service beginning at noon at the dam, which is located on the outskirts of Sasebo city.

Transportation will be provided between Nimitz Park and the dam. Vehicles will depart at 10 a.m. and return at about 1:30 p.m.

Those wanting transportation should call DSN 252-5519 or send an e-mail to david.trigg@fe.navy.mil.