a popular item during World War II. The rhinestones represent three dots and a dash–Morse code for the letter “V.” Collectors pay $25 to $50 for a V for Victory rhinestone pin. Q–Do you ...

Planted in the 1940s in the midst of World War II, the shape was of course the ubiquitous “V” for victory flashed by everyone from President Franklin D. Roosevelt and British Prime Minister ...

the city placed a flagpole and a “V” of hemlock trees on a hillside overlooking Forest Park signifying the nation’s resolve for victory in World War II. “I would stand right over it and ...