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Three men stand before a wreath presented by a soldier.

Wreath Laying

Defense Secretary Dr. Mark T. Esper, former President George W. Bush and former Defense Secretary Donald H. Rumsfeld participate in a wreath-laying ceremony at the Pentagon Memorial, Sept. 11, 2019.

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Tags: Observances, Pentagon Memorial, 9/11, bush, rumsfeld, Esper
Credit: Army Staff Sgt. Nicole Mejia VIRIN: 190911-A-AP390-2166.JPG

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