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Teaching Remarks by the President at Veterans Day Commemoration Ceremony

Remarks by the President at Veterans Day Commemoration Ceremony

Each year, the National Veterans Day Observance is held on November 11th at Arlington National Cemetery. It includes a wreath-laying at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and a parade of colors by veterans' organizations and remarks from dignitaries. The ceremony is intended to honor and thank all who served in the United States Armed Forces.

President Barak Obama
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ESSENTIAL QUESTION:

Why do veterans continue to be important to America after their military service is over?
STANDARDS:
RI.5 - Text Structure, RI.6 - Author's Purpose, RI.8 - Evaluate Argument

DEPTH OF KNOWLEDGE (DOK) LEVELS:

2,3
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