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Battlefield Cross

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The Battlefield Cross originated during the Civil War as a means for soldiers to honor their fallen comrades on the battlefield. The helmet and dogtags represent the fallen soldier, the inverted rifle with bayonet symbolizes a time for prayer. The boots represent the final battle or last march. All Gave Some, Some Gave All.
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