My daughter was mocked for standing alone at the father-daughter dance — until a group of Marines walked into the gym.

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“She is,” I agreed, watching my daughter spin, badge shining. “You made her night. You all gave her back something I thought was gone.”

“Katie’s a tough act to follow.”

“That’s what families do,” he said. “Keith made us promise. There was never a question.”

Katie hurried over, face beaming. “Mom! Did you see me dance?! And General Warner didn’t even continue reading …