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Headstones
A headstone is also commonly known as a tombstone or gravestone. It is a marker that is placed over a grave, listing the deceased person's name, date of birth, and date of death.
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What does purple heart and olc means at the bottom of a military headstone?
The purple heart means that person suffered injuries as a result of combat.
I am not sure what OLC means - perhaps a rank or medal of some kind.
Putting flowers in front of a tombstone is customary when visiting a grave site. Some people may choose to put the flowers behind it, but it is normal to put them in front. It could all be about personal preference as well.
Robert F. Kennedy Tombstone inscription?
"He who learns must suffer, and even in our deep pain that cannot forget
falls drop by drop upon the heart, and in our own despair, against our will,
comes wisdom to us by the awful grace of God" - Escalus
Can undertaker tombstone big show?
Yes, he can.
the dead man can actually tombstone the world,s largest athelete.
What is written on Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's headstone?
The epitaph on his gravestone reads:
STEEL TRUE
BLADE STRAIGHT
ARTHUR CONAN DOYLE
KNIGHT
PATRIOT, PHYSICIAN & MAN OF LETTERS
Are tombstone hotels highly rated?
Tombstone Hotels have a better than average rating with 4-4.5 stars. They are great priced,high quality, and a fun place to stay.
What is the cheapest tombstone?
The cheapest tombstone that I have found is at a site called Headstones and Memorials. I added their link in the related links. Their tombstones start at $285 including shipping.
Why does your Tombstone pizza curl?
Tombstone pizzas curl when cooked in the oven because to crust is made with 50% recycled ruberbands.
they are rocks with r.i.p. written on them.
Many individuals feel that only a tomstone can adequately memorialize a loved one. They are placed at the grave of a deceased loved one to memorialize them, as well as for practical purposes - they mark the grave.
Why are gravestones sometimes called headstones?
Hello there. There is much confusion between the two terms. Generally, here in the UK grave markers are called gravestones, while in US many refer to them as headstones.
Sometimes, when people refer to headstones, they are talking about a flat gravemarker as opposed to an upright stone. When ordering a grave marker, it is important to make your wishes clear by describing the type of marker that is desired.
Why does Shoeless Joe Jackson's tombstone say Joseph W Jackson?
Because Shoeless Joe Jackson was a nickname and Joseph W Jackson was his full name.
I am new to this site- trying to figure out how it works, but I am the question poster. His full name is Joseph Jefferson Jackson, so where does the W come from?
Should a womans maiden name be on her tombstone?
Yes! Most women are marrying later in life these days and have often accomplished a great deal before their marriages including: degrees, travels, work achievements, etc. For many women they have had 30 years or more in their maiden name. Therefore, it's only logical that their maiden name should be on their tombstone.
Where can you find the ghost towns of Ruby Tombstone and Gunsight?
Ruby, Gunsight, and Tombstone are all in Arizona. Ruby is in Santa Cruz county, 25 miles west of Peña Blanca junction on SR 289. The remains of Gunsight (one building and scattered ruins) are in Pima county but are not accessible by road. The restored buildings in Tombstone are a major tourist attraction in Cochise county. Tombstone is about 70 miles southeast of Tucson via Interstate 10 to Benson and then south on Route 80.
Do you need permission to quote Gershwin lyrics on a tombstone?
Properly cited, I can't imagine they would take issue with a few lines appearing. The monument manufacturer most likely has experience with this issue.
How do you find US Marine Corp veteran rank for inscription on headstone?
Look for their discharge certificate, it normally lists the rank. The other items is the DD214 which lists ranks and duty stations. You may have to contact the Military Records repository for a copy of their service record.
Did you know that Tombstone is the official pizza of Halloween?
Tombstone is promoting their pizza products this Halloween season by redesigning their packaging with vampires, Frankenstein and jack o'lanterns. See their Facebook page for more information.
Can you legally transport a tombstone in a vehicle?
If it's your property, you can do whatever you want with it. If you think there might be some question, it would be wise to be prepared to show proof, like a receipt, invoice or work order.
What does 1007QM RSQ boat crew mean on the bottom of a military headstone?
The Army Air Force 1007th Quartermaster Rescue Boat unit rescued air crews of downed planes in the North Atlantic and North Sea. They were assigned to the 3rd Air Force in 1941 - 45. They used boats that were something like the size of the PT boat (74 - 84 feet in length). It was undoubtedly rather hazardous duty due to German aircraft, shore batteries, E-boats, etc.
What is written on the tombstone at fort Frederick port elizabeth South Africa?
one of the most perfect of human beings who has given her name to the town below
Was there any fiction in the movie Tombstone?
Of course...it was made in Hollywood. This is called "continuity".
AnswerAgreed, especially with the portrayal of Doc Holliday, who was in real life very quick-tempered and more likely to start a fight than to stop one, in contrast to the smooth and fatalistic Doc in the movie. Also, the movie has Doc is in Tombstone after winning big at poker, and he ridicules the game of faro. I read that in real life Doc had lost big on Faro and he went to Tombstone in an attempt to recoup his losings. Before being diagnosed with Tuberculosis, Holliday was studying to be a dentist, and he became a gambler when he realized that he was dying. Nothing is mentioned of it in the movie, as being a dentist would not have been "cool" enough for such a deadly gunsinger.BTW, I think it's called "artistic license" in Hollywood, and "continuity" is something else. Borrowing an idea that worked before is called "inspiration."
What was written on King Tut's tombstone to help discourage grave robbers?
They wrote curses to scare of grave robbers
