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The symbolism and meaning of the Lest They Be Forgotten flag is explained below:
- The white background symbolizes the purity of their hearts & spirits,
- The black field cross memorial signifies the solemness of their dedication & devotion,
- The red lettering represents their valor & the blood they shed,
- The gold star is for their Gold Star families,
- The gold border embodies the enduring love & memories that only families and friends can share, and the memories that are more precious than gold.
Notes:
1. The term “black field cross memorial” refers to the M-16 with helmet depicted in the flag. This is the traditional symbol of a fallen soldier or, perhaps, even a gravesite on a battlefield.
2. “Gold Star families” is a reference to the “Gold Star Service Banner”. The immediate families of those service members that have been killed-in-action are authorized by the Department of Defense to display the “Gold Star Service Banner”.
Lest They Be Forgotten is a flag that began with a father’s mission to honor his own fallen son! The flag was developed as a dedication to the fallen heroes of Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom. The father’s mission resulted not only in the creation of the flag, but also the establishment of a foundation for the creation of hometown memorials to service members who have lost their lives in the war against terrorism. The purchase of this flag will help achieve the foundation’s goals to establish memorials in towns throughout the nation.
We are proud to offer this flag in remembrance of our fallen soldiers. It is made from durable nylon material so that it may be flown outdoors, this flag features a canvas header and brass grommets.
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