For millions of Americans, Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of the Summer. It’s a time for backyard barbecues, town parades and family getaways. However, for the men women and families of those who killed serving their country, Memorial Day weekend resonates more deeply. William Brown is a former Navy Seal and currently a law student at Rutgers. Mary Galeti is the wife of First Lieutenant Russell Galeti of the National Guard.
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