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Sun Mar 8, 2026, 02:07 PM Yesterday

A slow dignified salut [View all]

When Obama first attended the transfer of a coffin at Dover, he slowly raised his arm for the salute.

Is this the traditional way for, at least, while not in uniform?

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A slow dignified salut [View all] question everything Yesterday OP
Was Obama wearing a tan suit? Redleg Yesterday #1
I don't believe presidents should salute at all Wifes husband Yesterday #2
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