The Impact on Gold Star Mothers and Families
The question has been asked, "Who is a Gold Star Mother?"
Since World War I, a banner with a Blue Star on a field of white with a red border has been placed in the window of a family home when a child joins the military. Each Blue Star represents a child in Military Service of the United States.
When a service member passes away during military service a Gold Star is superimposed upon the Blue Star.
The Gold Star represents the honor and glory accorded the service member for their supreme sacrifice to their country
in offering the last full measure of devotion and pride of the family.
Since World War I, a banner with a Blue Star on a field of white with a red border has been placed in the window of a family home when a child joins the military. Each Blue Star represents a child in Military Service of the United States.
When a service member passes away during military service a Gold Star is superimposed upon the Blue Star.
The Gold Star represents the honor and glory accorded the service member for their supreme sacrifice to their country
in offering the last full measure of devotion and pride of the family.