The headstones marking the graves of soldiers buried in our national cemeteries are 42 inches tall, 13 inches wide and 4 inches deep. The surface of each, whether marble or granite, offers enough space for a name, rank and service information, a medallion showing branch of service, dates and possibly a memorial tribute, such as “loving husband,” or “devoted dad.” That’s just not enough. In a space that small, it is impossible for a grateful ... Read More
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