When the first unknown Soldier was selected for burial in 1921, he laid in state at the Capitol Rotunda. Throngs of Americans paid their respects When the tomb was dedicated on November 11, Veterans Day, the unknown received the Medal of Honor. It's a uniquely American tradition that we honor anonymous sacrifice above worldly greatness. While we don't know the unknown's identity, race or creed, we know his story. (01:21–01:28)
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Asserts that the unknown soldier received the Medal of Honor when the tomb was dedicated on Veterans Day.
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