US President Donald Trump delivers remarks during a Veterans Day ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Virginia, on November 11, 2026. (Photo by MANDEL NGAN / AFP)
Trump calls US veterans 'mighty wall of flesh and blood' at Arlington ceremony
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- The ceremony marked the federal Veterans Day observance honoring those who have served in the US Armed Forces.
US President Donald Trump described American military personnel as a "mighty wall of flesh and blood" during a Veterans Day wreath-laying ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery on Wednesday.
Speaking at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Trump paid tribute to service members who have served and passed away in the US Armed Forces across US's history.
"We gather to honor those whose ranks have formed a mighty wall of flesh and blood, bravery and devotion that has defended our freedom for 250 years," Trump told the assembled crowd of veterans, military leaders, and families.
The ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery was attended by US Vice President JD Vance and Veterans Affairs Secretary Doug Collins, who both delivered remarks, alongside military leaders, cabinet members, lawmakers, and veterans from across the US.
