The table set for one is small - symbolizing the frailty of one prisoner alone against his oppressors.

The tablecloth is white - symbolizing the purity of their intentions to respond to their country's call to arms.

The single ROSE displayed in a vase reminds us of the families and loved ones of our comrades-in-arms who keep the faith awaiting their return.

A red ribbon tied so prominently on the vase is reminiscent of the red ribbon worn upon the lapel and breasts of thousands who bear witness to the unyielding determination to demand proper accounting of our missing.

A slice of lemon is on the bread plate to remind us of their bitter fate.

Salt sprinkled on the plate reminds us of the countless fallen tears of families as they wait.

The glass isinverted; they cannot toast with us this night.

The chair is empty. They were not there.

The glow of the candle is symbolic of the thousands of candles that were placed in windows nightly by the wives and mothers, to light the way back home of their loved ones.

Remember all of you who served, and called them comrades. Who depended upon their might and aid and relied upon them, for surely, they have not forsaken you.