What Is The Tomb Of The Unknown Soldier

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The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier is a beautiful place commemorating those who have fought for us. Even though their names are unknown we will always appreciate what they have done for our country. And to place a wreath on the cemetery is an honor that I would remember forever. Placing a wreath is a small way to give something to those who have fought so valiantly for us. I hope to have the honor of being one of the people to place a wreath at the cemetery. Though I can not put their names down in history we can put their legacy in our hearts. It is very important to me to be apart of placing a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown soldier. This is so because I have never found the right way to thank the people that fought for me. Until now,

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