Memorial Day Ceremony
Airmen, Soldiers, Sailors, and civilians, listen to the reading of the proclamation from President Obama during the Memorial Day ceremony at Joint Base Balad, Iraq, May 31, 2010. The ceremony consisted of the unveiling of a mini T-wall memorial, musical performances, reading of the proclamation from President Obama, and guest speakers representing the Air Force, Navy, Coast Guard, and Army sharing stories of fellow personnel that made the ultimate sacrifice for their nation. (U.S. Air Force photo/Master Sgt. Linda C. Miller)