CHICAGO (May 26, 2007) - Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Mike Mullen greets Sailors assigned to Naval Hospital Great Lakes, Ill., prior to a wreath laying ceremony in Daley Plaza, Chicago. Adm. Mullen was honored as this years parade Grand Marshal. Mayor Daley and Adm. Mullen also presented Illinois family members with Gold Star flags in remembrance of their fallen loved ones. Since World War I, family members of deceased veterans have hung a gold star in their windows to honor their sacrifice. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Chad J. McNeeley

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