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11 Cards in this Set
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The table is smaller than the others |
Symbolizing the frailty of one prisoner alone against their oppressors |
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The white tablecloth |
Represents the purity of their response to our countries call to arms |
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The empty chair |
Depicts an unknown face, representing no specific soldier, sailor, marine or airman,but all who are not with us |
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The table is round |
To show that our concern for them is never ending |
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The Bible |
Represents faith in a higher power and the pledge to our country, as one nation under God |
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The black napkin |
Stands for the emptiness the warriors have left in the hearts of their families and friends |
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The single red rose |
Reminds us of their fanilies and loved ones, and the red ribbon represents the love of our country, which inspired them to answer the nations call |
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The yellow candle and its yellow ribbon |
Symbolize the everlasting hope for a joyous reunion with those yet unaccounted for |
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The slices of lemon |
Remind us of their bitter fate |
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Salt upon the bread plate |
Represents the tears of their families |
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Upside down wine glass |
Reminds us that our distinguished comrades cannot be with us to drink a toast or join in the festivities this evening |
