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Most license plates exist simply to identify a vehicle, blending into traffic without a second thought. But some plates carry symbols that speak volumes. Among the most powerful of these is the gold star. This symbol is not decorative, nor is it symbolic in a vague sense—it represents profound loss and enduring honor. A gold star license plate identifies the driver as an immediate family member of a U.S. service member who died while serving in the military. It is a quiet, dignified acknowledgment of sacrifice, visible not for attention, but for remembrance.
