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Military service members hold U.S. flags as a sign of patriotism before the start of the FedEx 400 NASCAR race at the Dover International Speedway in Dover, Del., June 1, 2014.

PATRIOTIC SALUTE

Military service members hold U.S. flags as a sign of patriotism before the start of the FedEx 400 NASCAR race at the Dover International Speedway in Dover, Del., June 1, 2014.

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