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Russian state media outlet RIA reported that Putin's visit was an official state one, meaning he was feted by an elaborate official welcoming ceremony, honor guards and musical performances.
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Kim Hjelmgaard, USA TODAY, 18 June 2024
The tuba player slipped his big bell off his shoulder and the honor guard leaned on their flagstaffs.
—E. L. Doctorow, The New Yorker, 1 July 2024
Dad began to perk up as the marching honor guard rounded the corner.
—Robert M. Williamson, Orlando Sentinel, 1 July 2024
Next came an ear-splitting 21-gun salute, fired in the traditional three volleys by seven members of an honor guard.
—Bill Laytner, Detroit Free Press, 28 June 2024
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Kim Hjelmgaard, USA TODAY, 18 June 2024
The tuba player slipped his big bell off his shoulder and the honor guard leaned on their flagstaffs.
—E. L. Doctorow, The New Yorker, 1 July 2024
Dad began to perk up as the marching honor guard rounded the corner.
—Robert M. Williamson, Orlando Sentinel, 1 July 2024
Next came an ear-splitting 21-gun salute, fired in the traditional three volleys by seven members of an honor guard.
—Bill Laytner, Detroit Free Press, 28 June 2024
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