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Dutch Citizens Adopt Graves at Netherlands American Cemetery

Published May 24, 2012

Every grave at Netherlands American Cemetery has been adopted by a local citizen. Learn more about this tradition that honors our fallen. This video is courtesy of American Forces Network Europe.

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About ABMC

The American Battle Monuments Commission operates and maintains 26 cemeteries and 31 federal memorials, monuments and commemorative plaques in 17 countries throughout the world, including the United States. 

Since March 4, 1923, the ABMC’s sacred mission remains to honor the service, achievements, and sacrifice of more than 200,000 U.S. service members buried and memorialized at our sites. 

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