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Cross erected by French civilians w. note reading: MORT POUR LA FRANCE (Died for France), in front of soldier's military grave marker of rifle topped by his helmet; in memory of American soldier who died during crusade to liberate France from Nazis.
Location:Carentan, France
Date taken:June 17, 1944
Photographer:Himes
Size:1280 x 853 pixels (17.8 x 11.8 inches)

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