In the Lord of the Rings why was Boromir's horn cloven in two?

Question: In the Lord of the Rings why was Boromir's horn cloven in two!?

I have seen the movies and read the books but i still dont understand why his horn was in two and why that matters so much!.Www@QuestionHome@Com

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The horn is a family treasure, it's very valuable to them!. It's also said to bring help to whoever blows it!. When Boromir fought with the orcs, it was broken!. It just shows that he was defeated by the orcs!.Www@QuestionHome@Com

It was a sign of his defeat!.Www@QuestionHome@Com