"Through their deeds, the dead of battle..." - Quote by Abraham Lincoln
Through their deeds, the dead of battle have spoken more eloquently for themselves than any of the living ever could. But we can only honor them by rededicating ourselves to the cause for which they gave a last full measure of devotion.
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More on Sacrifice
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More on Honor
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