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Gold Star mothers sit during a wreath-laying ceremony.

Gold Star Mother's Day

Gold Star mothers sit during a wreath-laying ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington Va., Sept. 24, 2017. The ceremony recognizes National Gold Star Mother's Day. Army photo by Sgt. Jamill Ford

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