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FORT HOOD, Texas - Several soldiers wounded in last week's shooting spree at Fort Hood, Texas, have made their way onto a stage in front of thousands gathered for a military memorial service.
Some were on crutches, one was in a wheelchair. They were joined by victims' relatives as they made their way to the platform Tuesday where President Barack Obama was to speak.
At the front of the platform stood a row of battlefield crosses and the traditional tribute to a fallen soldier: pairs of boots, with a rifle protruding from them and a combat helmet resting atop the weapon. In front of each pair of boots was a photo of each victim.
A military band played somber, patriotic music leading up to the ceremony.
The soldier suspected in the shootings that left 13 people dead and 29 wounded remains hospitalized with gunshot wounds.
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