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A World War II veteran smiles following a wreath laying ceremony at the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial in Colleville-sur-Mer, France.

A Veteran’s Smile

A World War II veteran smiles during the 74th D-Day commemoration ceremony at the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial in Colleville-sur-Mer, France, June 1, 2018. Army photo by Lt. Col. John Hall

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Tags: world war ii, veterans, european security, european command, eucom, soldiers, army, d-day 74th anniversary
Credit: Lt. Col. John Hall VIRIN: 180601-A-VI272-306A.JPG

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