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Your Take: On Memorial Day, pausing to honor those who served

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USA TODAY
A guard marches in front of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery.

This weekend isn't just the unofficial start of summer.

Memorial Day weekend is a time to remember those who have given their lives in military service to this country. Flags will fly at half staff until noon. People will leave visit cemeteries or memorials to place flags or flowers. At 3 p.m. local time, millions will pause in silence to reflect on the heroism and sacrifice of our servicemembers during the National Moment of Remembrance.

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