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Two Army veterans shared what the American flag means to them as the nation celebrated its 250th birthday, reflecting on sacrifice, service and unity.
“That’s our country. That’s who we are. It’s so many people have sacrificed to keep that flag flying,” Navy veteran James Nail said.
Nail spoke at the historic Lee’s Summit Cemetery, where about 1,000 veterans are buried. Large flags lined the grounds, with smaller flags decorating tombstones…