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Keepers of the banners of freedom.(Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force Rodney J. McKinley )
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Air Force Speeches
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May 26, 2008
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Remarks at the Air Force Memorial, Memorial Day observance, Arlington, Va. May 26, 2008
Gen and Mrs. Darnell, Gen Rubeor, other distinguished guests, family members, and fellow Airmen--thank you for being here to pay respects to our lost Airmen. I am honored to be here with you.
This magnificent monument which surrounds us represents all Airmen who have sacrificed so much in the name of freedom and helped to make our nation strong. It is only fitting that we meet here today to pay homage to our fallen Airmen.
From World War One to the Global War on Terror, more than 55,000 brave Airmen have given their lives in the name of freedom. These American men and women ...