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Marines

Video by Lance Cpl. Daniel Hosack

Body Bearers

Marine Barracks Washington

July 26, 2014 | 2:06

The Body Bearers at Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., are tasked with the solemn job of laying Marines to rest at Arlington National Cemetery. This video highlights some of the training that Marines need to complete to earn the title Body Bearer. There is a sound bite from Lance Cpl. Michael Ryder of Miami, Fl.

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