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Origin of iconic POW-MIA image
I found this article fascinating on how the image came about. (Courtesy of Fox News . com):
How one American became the symbol for U.S. POWs and those missing in action | Fox News
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That is a truly touching story. Did not know the background behind that flag!
Thanks for posting.
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