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President Barack Obama observes a moment of silence after a wreath has been placed and taps has been sounded on Memorial Day, May 30, 2011, at the Tomb of the Unknowns at Arlington National Cemetery.

MOMENT OF SILENCE

President Barack Obama observes a moment of silence after a wreath has been placed and taps has been sounded on Memorial Day, May 30, 2011, at the Tomb of the Unknowns at Arlington National Cemetery.

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