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again thanks to Chris for the artwork
This is my first cutting with the file and it cuts great. Although I had permission to use the soldiers name I think I will keep that private.
Fallen Warrior vs Returning Warrior
I just wanted to put in one word of caution on this thread.
There is a difference between a Fallen Warrior, a Wounded Warrior, and a Returning Warrior.
The graphic on that particular file is indicative of a Fallen Warrior (Empty boots, rifle w/ helmet on bayonet).
A Fallen Warrior will never have dinner with his/her family again or attend a unit reunion. (S)he gave it all in defense of the US constitution and way of life.
A Returning Warrior has given much in the defense of the US constitution and way of life. BUT, they did not die in that service. Many returning servicemembers might have trouble receiving a plaque with a Fallen Warrior imagery. They knew those Fallen Warriors and some have survivor guilt.
I have known many Wounded Warriors and Returning Warriors. Their sensibilities may be contextually different than non-veterans.
My point is, please be thoughtful of what tributes you are rendering and to whom.
Jack L. McCarty
MSgt, USAF (Retired)
thanks and i agree with what you said
But feel assured that this is not something that is going on sale in a gift shop but as a memorial to the fallen soldier whose name was removed. The proceeds that were generated from this cutting will be used to feed wounded warriors mid april from Ft Carson. This was an agreement between the mother and myself. I do not know how to be more respectful then that. Also bottom line no money was made to produce this plaque. That price had already been paid.
The artwork was generated by a graphic designer who is a vet and he gave it freely to any cnc operator that wanted it. I know for a period of time there were many requests for the artwork.
Hopefully this will make you feel better.
All gave some but some gave all.