75th D-Day Lapel Pin -The Fallen Soldier dday and the Army Reserve

and the Army Reserve

Although some people can't spend Christmas with all their family members due to overseas deployments or serving in our country

Army National Guard

Conquer together

75th D-Day Lapel Pin -The Fallen Soldier dday and the Army ReserveWhen a soldier falls on the battlefield, the rest of their unit put up a "Battlefield Cross". The gun is planted into the ground, forming the base of the cross with the boots of the fallen soldier. Their Kevlar helmet is placed on the top with the fallen soldier's dog tags hanging from the rifle. It is eerily beautiful, a tribute to the soldier who has given his life for his fellow soldiers and country men and a way for the rest of their team to