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Defense Secretary Leon E. Panetta lays his hand over his heart rendering honors as colors are placed during the observance of the Marine Corps Aviation Centennial in Arlington, Va., May 16, 2012.

RENDERING HONORS

Defense Secretary Leon E. Panetta lays his hand over his heart rendering honors as colors are placed during the observance of the Marine Corps Aviation Centennial in Arlington, Va., May 16, 2012.

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