I went with my partner to Thiepval on new year's day a few years ago. It was after reading 'Birdsong' by Sebastian Faulks. We were the only two people there in that vast cemetery. It was a humbling experience we will never forget.
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The ones in France, Netherlands, Luxembourg and Italy are always crowded. There is a waiting list for many for locals who want to adopt American graves, and there are usually more people at Normany and Margraten on Memorial Day, Christmas, Vets day than there are at Arlington.
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Beautiful.
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And Obama did what to the military again? Disgraceful from 45.
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What is wrong with you?
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Is he cancelling because of rain?? Unbelievable!!
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tbf, there isnt much applause there either.
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I’ve decided to pretend he doesn’t exist this weekend. Just will be better for my mental health.
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