Obama thanks troops at July 4 South Lawn party

Obama thanks troops at July 4 South Lawn party
By Stacy A. Anderson - The Associated Press
Posted : Tuesday Jul 5, 2011 7:09:19 EDT
WASHINGTON — Telling troops that "America is proud of all of you," President Obama marked the Fourth of July holiday by hosting a barbecue and concert for military members and families on the South Lawn of the White House.

The president and first lady Michelle Obama greeted more than 1,200 guests from a White House balcony Monday night. After brief remarks, the first couple stood in the driveway and shook hands with visitors.

"You represent the latest in a long line of heroes who have served our country with honor, who have made incredible sacrifices to protect the freedoms that we all enjoy," Obama said.

"You've done everything we could've asked of you," he said, also recognizing the "families that serve alongside of you with strength and devotion."
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Obama thanks troops at July 4 South Lawn party