Chapel Altar

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The stone altar, crafted by renowned architect Ralph Adams Cram for the Aisne-Marne Chapel, showcases an array of symbolic carvings, rich marble panels, and lavish gilding. At its center, a medallion proudly displays a pelican fiercely guarding her young, a timeless emblem of Christian selflessness. Above the inscription "Peaceful They Rest In Glory Everlasting" stands out in bold relief. The altar's upper section proudly proclaims virtues through iconic symbols: an owl embodies Wisdom, while scales represent Justice. Documenting the Aisne-Marne American Cemetery and Memorial near Château-Thierry in northeastern France is a team of skilled architects and historians from the Historic American Landscapes Survey working under the guidance of the American Battle Monuments Commission. For further details about this historic site, please visit: https://abmc.gov/cemeteries-memorials/europe/aisne-marne-american-cemetery