Well, I just wondered about it, and one life--you remember all the talk about body bags. And I'm a human being, and I felt a great responsibility to the American people and to the families. I hope it doesn't get too emotional at the service at Arlington. I still feel it. I feel very strongly about those kids that gave their lives for this country. So, if I show some emotion, that is just the way I am.
George H.W. Bush: “Well, I just wondered about it, and one life--you remember all the talk about body bags. And I'm a human being, and I…”
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