It was visiting day at the military base — families, veterans, and civilians gathered to honor the soldiers who serve their country. Laughter and pride filled the air as everyone prepared for the noon awards ceremony. But just before it began, something extraordinary happened that no one expected.
An old man arrived quietly, walking slowly with a cane and clutching a folded American flag. His jacket was worn, his boots even older — the kind of man most people would overlook. The guards at the gate hesitated.
“Sir, are you lost?” one asked politely.
The old man shook his head. “No. I’m here for the ceremony.”
A few young recruits chuckled under their breath, assuming he’d wandered in by mistake. But before anyone could say more, the doors to the command building opened — and out stepped a decorated general.
The moment he saw the old man, the general stopped, straightened his posture, and gave a sharp salute. Everyone froze.
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