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First American soldiers buried in France honored by French general
A French General of Division paid tribute at the graves of the first three American soldiers killed in France, Private Bowright, Private Gresham, and Private Hoy. The ceremony featured French infantry guards, American troops, flag wrapped caskets, taps, and minute guns as a joint tribute near the front. The officer’s address honored the fallen and linked their sacrifice to liberty and civilization.
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