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spirits of war dead
person of great ability; soul of a talented person
戦没者の英霊に祈りを捧げた。
We offered prayers to the spirits of the fallen soldiers.
英霊を慰める追悼式が行われた。
A memorial ceremony to console the spirits of the war dead was held.
英霊の墓前に白い花を供えた。
White flowers were offered at the graves of the war dead.