Fallen honored in Memorial Day ceremony

A bouquet of flowers lies at the Tablets of the Missing May 27, 2013, at the Madingley American Cemetery in Cambridge, England. Etched into the tablets are the names of American service members who died during World War II, but were never recovered. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Dillon Johnston/Released)

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Fallen honored in Memorial Day ceremony

Michael Green, Madingley American Cemetery superintendent, speaks to Memorial Day ceremony attendees May 27, 2013, at the Madingley American Cemetery in Cambridge, England. After 16 years serving as superintendent, this was Green’s final Memorial Day ceremony at the Cemetery. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Dillon Johnston/Released)

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Fallen honored in Memorial Day ceremony

Memorial Day ceremony attendees listen to a speaker May 27, 2013, at the Madingley American Cemetery in Cambridge, England. Memorial Day honors all service members who died during wars throughout history. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Dillon Johnston/Released)

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Fallen honored in Memorial Day ceremony

An Airman stands among the graves during the Memorial Day ceremony May 27, 2013, at the Madingley American Cemetery in Cambridge, England. More than 3,800 Americans are buried in the cemetery. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Dillon Johnston/Released)

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Fallen honored in Memorial Day ceremony

Airmen march past a column of British service members while holding wreaths during the Memorial Day ceremony May 27, 2013, at the Madingley American Cemetery in Cambridge, England. Airmen from RAF Mildenhall and RAF Lakenheath, England, participated in the ceremony. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Dillon Johnston/Released)

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Fallen honored in Memorial Day ceremony

An Airman holds a wreath during the Memorial Day ceremony May 27, 2013, at the Madingley American Cemetery in Cambridge, England. Memorial Day honors all service members who died during wars through history. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Dillon Johnston/Released)

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Veterans and their families hold wreaths as Airmen march past them during a Memorial Day ceremony May 27, 2013, at the Madingley American Cemetery in Cambridge, England. The wreaths are given in remembrance of service members who died during World War II. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Dillon Johnston/Released)

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An Airman stands at parade rest in front of an American flag at half-staff during a Memorial Day ceremony May 27, 2013, at the Madingley American Cemetery in Cambridge, England. Memorial Day is an annual tradition honoring fallen service members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Dillon Johnston/Released)

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Honor Guard members perform a 21-gun salute during a Memorial Day ceremony May 27, 2013, at the Madingley American Cemetery in Cambridge, England. Memorial Day originated after the American Civil War and is recognized annually in memoriam of the fallen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Dillon Johnston/Released)

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A wreath lies at an altar May 27, 2013, in the chapel at the Madingley American Cemetery in Cambridge, England. Mosaics depicting angels and ghostly aircraft heading toward resurrection and last judgment decorate the walls and ceiling of the chapel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Dillon Johnston/Released)

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Airmen visit Madingley American Cemetery

Published May 31, 2013
By Senior Airman Laura Yahemiak
100th Air Refueling Wing Public Affairs

RAF MILDENHALL, England -- Airmen from RAF Mildenhall and RAF Lakenheath participate in a Memorial Day ceremony at the Madingley American Cemetery in Cambridge, England. Click here for video coverage.

Fallen honored in Memorial Day ceremony

Fallen honored in Memorial Day ceremony

Fallen honored in Memorial Day ceremony

Fallen honored in Memorial Day ceremony

Fallen honored in Memorial Day ceremony

Fallen honored in Memorial Day ceremony

Fallen honored in Memorial Day ceremony

Fallen honored in Memorial Day ceremony

Fallen honored in Memorial Day ceremony

Fallen honored in Memorial Day ceremony