It's a day that, for many, means a day off of work, but it was intended to be a day that Americans pause, to take a break from the usual throws of life, to take a moment to remember those servicemen and woman who gave the ultimate sacrifice and gave their life in defense of our country.  Some of the photos are inspiring, the red, white and blue, proudly flying, while other images are truly heart breaking, a child visiting the small, unassuming gravestone of his father.

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In this file photo from October 2024, Atlanta Braves outfielder Jorge Soler and teammates react after losing to the San Diego Padres 5-4 in San Diego. The Braves and Soler, who now plays for the Los Angeles Angels, face a lawsuit by a fan injured at a 2021 World Series game at Truist Park in Atlanta. (Jason Getz/AJC)

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