Clinton urges peace to honor war dead at Arlington
President Clinton called on his generation to extend security and prosperity in Europe to honor those who died in World War II and the Cold War. He spoke at Arlington National Cemetery before a trip to France to sign a Russian NATO pact and mark the Marshall Plan’s 50th anniversary, noting the need to build undivided democracy in Europe.
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Civil War children's monument dedicated at Mount Olivet Cemetery
A Civil War children’s monument was dedicated at Mount Olivet Cemetery funded by Charles Gearinger of Braddock Heights. Historians spoke on child soldiers and drummer boys, noting the youngest death at Antietam. The inscription honors children who served and died in 1861 1865.
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Memorial Day Observances Across America Honor Veterans
Veterans recall battle memories as Memorial Day ceremonies unfold from Plano to Pittsburgh. Navy veteran J W Harper speaks of goosebumps during the flag lowering while families remember fallen comrades and wartime service. The day also faces flood disruptions in Grand Forks and subdued crowds in Concord as communities honor heroes.
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