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58,282 American Patriots

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Tuesday, May 29, 2012

58,282 American Patriots

Yesterday, President Obama traveled to Arlington Cemetery and the Vietnam Veterans Memorial to commemorate Memorial Day and those who gave everything for their country:

Today is Memorial Day, when we recall all those who gave everything in the darkness of war so we could stand here in the glory of spring. And today begins the 50th commemoration of our war in Vietnam. We honor each of those names etched in stone -- 58,282 American patriots. We salute all who served with them. And we stand with the families who love them still.

Check out photos and remarks from yesterday's ceremonies.

Photo of the Day

President Barack Obama is reflected in the Vietnam Veterans Memorial wall as he delivers remarks during the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War commemoration ceremony in Washington, D.C., May 28, 2012. (Official White House Photo by Pete Souza)

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Today's Schedule

All times are Eastern Daylight Time (EDT).

10:30 AM: The President receives The Presidential Daily Briefing

11:00 AM: The President meets with senior advisors

1:30 PM: Press Briefing by Press Secretary Jay Carney