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Several hundred troops and civilians gather during the opening ceremony of the Medal of Honor Convention at Soldier Field, Chicago, Sept 15, 2009.

SEA OF HONOR

Several hundred troops and civilians gather during the opening ceremony of the Medal of Honor Convention at Soldier Field, Chicago, Sept 15, 2009.

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