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July 26, 2002 / 3:13 PM

Bush marks Korean War armistice

WASHINGTON, July 26 (UPI) -- Flags at U.S. government buildings will fly at half-staff Saturday under a presidential proclamation marking the 49th anniversary of the end of the Korean War. President George W. Bush said veterans of the conflict, in which about 34,000 Americans died, were examples of dedication and sacrifice in defending freedom.

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On This Day: Wayne Gretzky announces retirement from NHL

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