The remains of Marine Lance Cpl. Skip Wells, slain by a terrorist's bullet on his first day of duty last week in Chattanooga, received a hero's welcome upon arrival to Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport on Thursday.

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The Delta Honor Guard was at attention when the plane bearing Wells' coffin arrived More than 100 employees pilots, flight attendants, customer service representatives, cargo agents and aviation maintenance technicians joined the somber gathering.

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Wells' coffin was welcomed by Delta's Honor Guard and escorted from the plane by a US Marine guard after landing in Atlanta. Photo: Delta News Hub. Used with permission.

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