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Dixie National honors veterans

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JACKSON, MS (WLBT) -

It's called the greatest show on dirt. The Dixie National Rodeo is one of the top five rodeos in the country.

During Sunday's matinee, military veterans were honored. A tribute to veterans of all wars and conflicts were asked to stand and the crowd showed its appreciation.

The six flags that have flown over the united states since the 13-colonies were established were paraded around the arena of the coliseum. The tribute culminated with the singing of the national anthem prior to the beginning of the 47th annual rodeo.

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