Honored to Serve

Vietnam Vets Memorial

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This story explores how the Wall came to be built, tracing its initial controversy to its hallowed status today.

Aired: 08/31/15

Rating: NR

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Women's Memorial

The Women in Military Service for America Memorial was dedicated in 1997.

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Women's Memorial

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Wreaths Across America

Volunteers participate in "Wreaths Across America."

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Wreaths Across America

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Cemetery Expansion

See how Arlington National Cemetery plans to accommodate thousands of future burials.

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Cemetery Expansion

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Tomb of Unknowns 2

Venture beneath the Tomb of the Unknowns to see how soldiers prepare for guard duty.

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Tomb of Unknowns 2

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Twilight Tattoo

This summertime show celebrates Army history with period costumes and pageantry.

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Twilight Tattoo

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Tomb of Unknowns 3

A look at the Tomb of the Unknowns.

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Tomb of Unknowns 3

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Museum Resource Center

Thousands of mementos left at the Vietnam Wall are preserved.

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Museum Resource Center

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Vietnam Wall Washers

Every month April to October, volunteers clean the Vietnam Memorial wall.

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Vietnam Wall Washers

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World War I Memorial

The World War I Memorial is on the National Mall but often overlooked.

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World War I Memorial

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Tomb of Unknowns 1

The remains of a Vietnam soldier have recently been identified.

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Tomb of Unknowns 1

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Warrior Canine Connection

Returning troops facing post-deployment challenges are paired with “ultimate service dogs”

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Warrior Canine Connection

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Arlington National Cemetery Overview

A tourist attraction and our nation's most hallowed ground

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Arlington National Cemetery Overview

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