WASHINGTON, DC (LOOTPRESS) – U.S. service members lined the streets of Washington, D.C., in a solemn display of unity and respect during an honor escort for U.S. Army Spc. Sarah Beckstrom of the West Virginia National Guard. The procession, held on November 27, 2025, paused traffic and drew quiet reverence from onlookers as military personnel stood shoulder to shoulder to honor the fallen soldier.

The tradition—often referred to as a fallen soldier procession—is a time-honored military ritual in which service members stand in silent formation while a fallen comrade is escorted to their final resting place. The practice symbolizes the nation’s gratitude for the ultimate sacrifice made in service to the United States.

As Spc. Beckstrom’s escort moved through the capital city, the stillness

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