Images by KC Photography
Fallen Soldier
Posted by Images by KC Photography (Redmond, United States) on 26 April 2007 in Miscellaneous and Portfolio.
This photo was taken during the Moving Wall tribute in the Tri-Cities, Washington State.
When a serviceman or woman is lost in the battlefield, it has become customary to arrange their Boots, Rifle and Helmet and the surviving members of their squad will gather around and memorialize their fallen comrades. Some of the troops will pray, others might recall funny stories, but make no mistake; this is a ceremony that is taken very seriously. Every soldier knows the next ceremony might be for them. This arrangement is also known as a Battlefield Cross or a Battle Cross.
The Moving Wall is a replica of the National Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. which is located in Washington D.C. The Moving Wall is taken to various cities and towns throughout the country providing Americans with an opportunity to pay homage to the more than 58,000 Vietnam Veterans who gave their lives for their country.
