crosses of Lorraine

Crosses having two crossbars, either of the same size or with a lower one of longer length. In the version with a shorter one crossing above the center and a longer one below the center, the cross often signifies the Free French during WW II.

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crosses of Lorraine
Added By
Holly Hayes
Date Published
December 12, 2012
Last Updated
April 15, 2024