This week I had to create three characters in past, present, and future time periods. I chose my family as a theme. The Halls have been warriors in every time period dating back to the 15th century.
The Knight is either Nicolas or Henry Hall of the late 14th to early 15th century. Most likely he was foot soldier during the Cornish Rebellion. The Poleaxe was a staff weapon used by Knights, betoken on one of dignity and repute. It became the symbol for the Hall Coat of Arms. After the war, he was given land in Wiltshire where his descendants would later build The Hall, a mansion still standing to this day.
The Marine is Ernest Hall, my uncle. He's a Corporal in the United States Marine Corps. He tour in Iraq in 2003. His squad came under fire one day while on patrol, but instead of running for cover, he ran towards the fire and secured the area. He was awarded the Navy/Marine Corps Achievement Medal for Valor for his bravery during combat.
The Future Soldier. This was just a bit of fun. Years from now the Earth will travel into space and colonize Mars. When we do there will most likely be those who want to raid and plunder or just cause trouble, and those who are there to stop said raiders. This guy is the latter.
The Latin phrase "Deo et Pauperibus" is the motto of the Hall Coat of Arms and is translated, "To God and the Poor".
