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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

A medal is displayed on a purple ribbon.

Victoria Cross

The Victoria Cross was bestowed upon the casket of the World War I Unknown Soldier and is on display at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington National Cemetery.

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