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its not mandatory but it is a sign of respect for the life he/she lived
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How do commuities honor veterans?
Many cities have different wasy of honoring veterans. Usually the honoring veterans happens on veterans day, November 11th. Some communities put flowers on the grave of fallen veterans to honor them. Others hang American flags outside their front porch.
Does the government provide grave markers for veterans?
The Veterans Administration will provide a free grave marker. Contact the Monument Services at the VA's Department of Memorial Affairs for help. Yes, the government provides grave markers for veterans. You can learn more by visiting http://www.cem.va.gov/hm_hm.asp.
What is the difference between grave and tomb?
A tomb is a structure that typically is above ground in which the casket is placed. A grave is a hole in the ground in which the casket is placed. A tomb stone is a structure placed above a grave to mark the location of the grave.
What does NS USD mean My wife and I found this inscribed on a military marker at a grave site. The marker stated In Honor of Service In The War of 1812?
NS USD likely stands for "Native American, United States Army." During the War of 1812, Native American tribes allied with both the British and American forces. It is possible that the individual honored on the grave marker was a Native American soldier who fought for the United States during the war.
What direction is a body laid in the grave when buried?
Generally the head is placed toward the spot where the grave maker will be placed
Where are dead people placed?
a grave
Why was food placed in the grave with the mummy?
The ka.
Where is Bessie smith's grave?
I think it was placed in Detroit
What does idiom 'laid to rest 'mean?
Being placed in a grave or tomb.
What is the meaning of a gravestone?
Hi there. A gravestone is simply a memorial that is placed on the grave that is made of stone. Sometimes it is called a headstone or a grave marker.
When is memoral day?
Memorial Day is a holiday that people celabrate veterans that has passed away or even ones that are still with us.Some people might go to a veterans grave and put a flag on it to honor them.
Who rolled away the stone from the mouth of the grave in which Jesus had been placed?
angel
