Capt. Mikhael Smits, Casket Platoon Leader for Hotel Company, participates in an interview during Flags In at Arlington National Cemetery, May 21, 2026. Soldiers assigned to the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) conduct the annual Memorial Day tradition by placing more than 260,000 American flags throughout the cemetery to honor fallen service members, veterans, and their families. Interviews conducted during Flags In help share the significance, history, and responsibility behind the mission as Soldiers prepare Arlington National Cemetery ahead of Memorial Day weekend. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Malik Retemiah)
| Date Taken: | 05.21.2026 |
| Date Posted: | 05.21.2026 16:58 |
| Photo ID: | 9701840 |
| VIRIN: | 260521-A-IG356-1026 |
| Resolution: | 4872x3252 |
| Size: | 4.88 MB |
| Location: | ARLINGTON, VIRGINIA, US |
| Web Views: | 6 |
| Downloads: | 1 |
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