Obama places wreath to honor veterans
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President Obama arrived at Arlington National Cemetery this morning and placed a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknowns, part of the commemoration of Veterans Day.
The president arrived at 10:39 a.m. A few war protesters were at the entrance.
On a rainy day, Obama honored those who had fallen and those currently serving. He placed the wreath, which was on a stand, and then stood silently for several moments. A bugler sounded taps.
Later, Obama will meet with military and national security officials to discuss the war in Afghanistan.
-- Michael Muskal
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Photo: President Obama bows his head with U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Karl Horst after placing a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknowns during a Veterans Day. Credit: Getty images.
