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9 movies to watch this Memorial Day weekend

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By Rare.us
May 26, 2016

Amelia Hamilton, Rare Contributor

This weekend isnʼt all about cookouts and time on the lake. Itʼs about remembering those who gave it all for us — those who lost their lives in battle to protect freedom.

There are so many movies that tell of the struggle those who serve endure. Here are a few movies you might want to watch in your quieter moments this weekend:

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