11-Year-Old Runs the wear blue Mile to Honor His Marine Brother

At just 11 years old, Xander Zavala ran the Tribute wear blue Mile at the Marine Corps Marathon to honor his older brother, Marine Xavier Zavala. Surrounded by Faces of the Fallen, American flags, and a community committed to remembering those who served, Xander experienced the power of having his brother's life and service honored alongside him. Running with 22 Too Many, his miles carried an important reminder: every name represents a life, a family, and a story that deserves to be remembered.

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