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The “Avenue of Flags” at Washington Crossing National Cemetery is truly a majestic sight.  It consists of over 145 U.S. flags flown at the top of 20’ removable poles along the roads at designated times of the year.  The flags are 4 ½’ x 9’ burial size flags with the...

During World War I, it was common practice for families to display a blue star in the window of their home in support of their family member who was serving in the military. That practice was followed by families placing a gold star over the blue star if their family...