Honoring Sacrifices, Forging Patriotism

Oh, say, can you see, by the dawn's early light

What so proudly we hail'd at the twilight's last gleaming

Whose broad stripes and bright stars, thro' the perilous fight

O'er the ramparts we watch'd, were so gallantly streaming

And the rockets' red glare, the bombs bursting in air

Gave proof thro' the night that our flag was still there

O say, does that star-spangled banner yet wave

O'er the land of the free and the home of the brave

Spartan history in artwork pays tribute to the great Spartan warrior spirit. With the Spartan helmet displayed prominently with the U.S. flag across it, the artwork shows American pride and honors the ancient warrior who was unafraid to face the enemy in their rally for liberty.

The Spartan helmet is rightly one of the most iconic symbols of ancient Greece. Made to cover the entire head, leaving a T-shaped opening for the eyes and mouth, the helmet struck fear into enemies and inspired pride in follow compatriots. The efficient and simple design helped protect most of the head while providing access to the senses of the warrior. The Spartan symbol gained meaning in strength, loyalty, courage, and honor.