American Gold Star Mothers lay wreath at Tomb of the Unknowns, Gold Star Mothers Sunday, 09/26/05 Soldiers looking at Vietnam Wall Memorial Francis Turley at a funeral for a forgotten veteran. One of the many markers at Arlington Cemetery remembered by a mother Perpetuating the noble principles for which they fought and died.

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Army honors Gold Star Mothers at Pentagon.

Banquet Photos. Guests, awards, auction items.

Activities at the Vietnam Wall, Arlington Cemetery and the Tomb of the Unknowns.

Remarks by AGSM President Ruth Stonesifer.

Remarks by Veterans Administration Secretary Eric K. Shinseki.

 

 


More than 20 Gold Star mothers met Friday at the Pentagon in the Hall of Heroes for recognition by Army senior leaders prior to the national "Gold Star Mother's Day" on Sunday.

The Moms take time to reflect on the others that have lost loved ones at the Pentagon.

A few moments rest before going inside for the ceremonies.

A formal picture to remember the occassion.

Secretary of the Army John M. McHugh (right) presented Ruth V. Stonesifer, national president of the American Gold Star Mothers, with a letter recognizing the importance of the Gold Star Mothers. The letter was signed by McHugh, Chief of Staff of the Army Gen. George W. Casey Jr. and Sgt. Maj. of the Army Kenneth O. Preston.

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