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Moment of Silence

Defense Secretary Ash Carter, right, and Veterans Affairs Secretary Bob McDonald observe a moment of silence after laying a wreath at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C., March 29, 2016. DoD photo by Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Tim D. Godbee

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