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Old November 16th 08, 01:45 PM posted to alt.binaries.pictures.aviation
Bruce R
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"Dave Kearton" wrote in message
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Is there some meaning for the coins on top of his headstone ?




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Regards

Dave Kearton



Much like the Jewish custom of placing a stone on top of the marker, the
coins are meant as a gesture of respect. At Arlington they are cleaned off
each night. Can't have any possible "rust rings" to disturb the sanctity of
the markers.


Bruce