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National Memorial Day Concert

A Tribute to a Mother's Loss

This year the National Memorial Day Concert will pay special tribute to a mother, Ruth Stonesifer, who's son was the first casualty in the Afghanistan War. The loss of Ruth's youngest child led to her becoming president of the Gold Star Mothers.

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Watch the National Memorial Day Concert, an American tradition honoring the military service of our troops, veterans, wounded warriors, all those who have given their lives for our nation, and their families.
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