Where Valor Rests

• The seemingly endless rows of headstones illustrate the cost of war. A sanctuary for heroes, soldiers, and Presidents, the cemetery is a national monument of the highest natural beauty. "Where Valor Rests" is a commemorative book honoring those who served our country, their families, and Arlington National Cemetery.
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  PHC Johnny Bivera for Arlington National Cemetery Commemorative Project

• A young boy is consoled by his uncle, a Marine corporal, after receiving the flag that draped the casket of his father. A special commemorative edition of the book is given to families who have suffered a loss and whose loved ones are buried here.
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  LTC Michael Edrington for Arlington National Cemetery Commemorative Project

• Captured by infrared photography, the spires of the new Air Force Memorial (at left) tower over the headstones. Royalties from purchases of this inspiring book go back to the non-profit Arlington National Cemetery Commemorative Project, Inc.
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  Bruce Dale for Arlington National Cemetery Commemorative Project

• A pair of horses, always matching in color, is readied for a funeral procession by a member of the Third Infantry "Old Guard." The cemetery's 500 servicemen and workers serve with great honor. They never intrude, never waver in their commitment.
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  PHC Johnny Bivera for Arlington National Cemetery Commemorative Project

• A Marine captain, wearing civilian clothes and clutching the flag that draped the casket of her husband, receives consolation after the memorial service. At the graveside, six body bearers fold the flag - 13 times into a trim triangle - and it is presented to next of kin. The firing party discharges its salute, followed by "Taps" and a procession from the grave.
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  TSgt Staci McKee for Arlington National Cemetery Commemorative Project

• World War II veterans weep during the dedication ceremony at Arlington's Battle of the Bulge monument. They strive to keep alive the memories of the dead, their valor, fidelity, and sacrifice, and the noble ideals of freedom and liberty.
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  Wendy Galietta for Arlington National Cemetery Commemorative Project

• As one plane peels straight up and away from the others, a maneuver known as the 'missing man formation' - seen here from above - ranks as the Air Force's most impressive aerial display. Upon burial, each pilot is entitled to a fly over, depending on the availability of planes.
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  MSgt James Varhegyi for Arlington National Cemetery Commemorative Project

• The Jewish tradition of placing stones atop a headstone transcends faith at Arlington. Followers of 32 different faiths have died under the same flag and now lie beneath the same ground. The cemetery covers 62 foreign nationals; including British, South African, and Chinese, among others.
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  Wendy Galietta for Arlington National Cemetery Commemorative Project

• Surviving loved ones leave intimate symbols of love and faith.
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  TSgt Staci McKee for Arlington National Cemetery Commemorative Project

• A Navy petty officer plays "Taps" at a Navy funeral. Composed by General Butterfield during the Civil War, "Taps" is played whenever a man is buried with military honors. The ceremony is concluded with firing three volleys of musketry over the grave and the sounding of the trumpet or bugle.
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