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Patchology: The values of the Spartans

Patchology delves into the significance of military patches, focusing on one worn by SEAL Adam Lee Brown. The Greek helmet symbolizes resilience in battle, echoing the age-old saying "With your shield or on it." Brown exemplified this ethos, returning home victorious despite the ultimate sacrifice.

08/05/2010  By Redaktion

Patchology explains Patches: This patch, seen on the sleeve of Adam Lee Brown, depicts a Greek helmet. Brown, a SEAL, fell in Afghanistan in 2010. The saying on the patch holds a special meaning, referring to the question of true Spartans' return home, "With your shield or on it" – meaning alive or dead, but always with their shield. Brown himself returned with his shield.

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