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Rehearsal
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Inside the Dutch Nationaal Militair Museum
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Veterans arrive to partake in the ceremony
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This American Veteran and his wife have been married for 67 years
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Jim "Pee Wee" Martin reflects on his military service minutes prior to the flags arrival
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Veterans enjoy coffee and conversation prior to the flags arrival
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The flag arrives
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Veterans gather in their seats to witness the unveiling of the flag
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Minister Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert
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The preserved flag is revealed
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The 48-star American flag, flown in 1944
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Children meet and greet this Canadian veteran, asking for photos and autographs