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A member of the U.S. Air Force surprised his girlfriend with a July 4 proposal at AT&T Park

It seems like the baseball world manages to argue about just about everything. Is a hot dog a sandwich? Exactly what constitutes "batting around"? Bat flips: greatest thing, or the absolute greatest thing?
But even in this fractured age, two subjects still manage to unite us all: on-field proposals, and a hearty appreciation for the men and women of our Armed Forces. Really, who doesn't love America and, uh, love? During Monday's 3-1 win over the Rockies, though, the Giants and a member of the United States Air Force managed to combine these two great forces of the universe. Prepare yourselves for a Fourth of July proposal for the ages -- warning: there will be tears.
Cpt. John Moore's girlfriend thought he was overseas on active duty. Little did she know that he was actually at AT&T Park for the game -- and he brought a ring.

On a day when the nation comes together to watch baseball, consume entirely too much food and celebrate our country's birthday, we can think of no better reward for a man helping to defend it every day. Well, maybe a Lucas Dudahome run ball, but we can't have everything.

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