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Uploaded: 05/31/10 3:29 PM GMT
A Monument....
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....built to honor those that died in the siege of Fort Meigs in the War of 1812. This is in Perrysburg, Ohio.

Have a good, and safe Memorial Day, Everyone, and thanks for the comments.

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::Dunstickin
05/31/10 3:34 PM GMT
Whoa!!...that's huge!...

Happy memorial day to you too!
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Logun7
05/31/10 3:48 PM GMT
Great shot Jim!! It's raining here so no outside activities for the day....but my family and I will not forget what this day is all about. My son Logun will be a Senior this upcoming school year and in two weeks he is signing with the Air Force..wants to be a Combat Controller...if you sign your junior year you can pick your job:)
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.Delkaoth
05/31/10 3:59 PM GMT
I love the way you did this shot; I have never seen this angle on the monument. Very nicely done, and thank you for the remembrance.
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::trixxie17
05/31/10 4:11 PM GMT
very good shot with great angle.
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::Genver
05/31/10 4:16 PM GMT
The quality and colors are very good as well as the lighting,Jim,the sky is very pleasant,the photo of the monument is very good.
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.icedancer
05/31/10 4:37 PM GMT
Marvelous image for this day Jimbob
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::bingwa
05/31/10 4:45 PM GMT
A nice thoughtful remembrance shot, and the frame adds to it. Enjoy this special day.

Winona
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::Flmngseabass
05/31/10 4:58 PM GMT
Great shot here Jimbob!! I went for a visit online about Fort Meigs and found it quite fascinating! Thanks for the history lesson!!!
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.avedeloff
05/31/10 5:23 PM GMT
Thought that was the Washington Monument there for a second. A great photo!
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::Ramad
05/31/10 5:36 PM GMT
Great capture Jimbob, of the monument against the sky. I also like your presentation. Very nice job.
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::corngrowth
05/31/10 5:58 PM GMT
Not only a very good image Jimbob, but a good reason as well to reflect on the story of this monument as well.
Regards, Cornelius.
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.catweasel
05/31/10 6:13 PM GMT
Excellent image with a fascinating history lesson thrown in. Many thanks, Jim.
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::biffobear
05/31/10 6:15 PM GMT
That's a big one..Like the wooden fort..R.
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::gabi_h
05/31/10 6:27 PM GMT
Good work- the shape of the fencing reflects the shape of the monument! Have a good Memorial Day!
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::sasraku
05/31/10 7:42 PM GMT
Pure class, photography at its very best.

Regards,

Mark.
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::Inkeri
05/31/10 7:57 PM GMT
Superb photo,Jim..Fine angle.
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::luckyshot
05/31/10 9:25 PM GMT
Jimbob - Excellent capture! Thad
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.kindred_spirit
05/31/10 10:43 PM GMT
Very well composed, Bob.
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.Joanie
06/01/10 2:01 AM GMT
Gorgeous capture and I love the darkness of the sky! An outstanding capture and remembrance Jim!
Joanie
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.Starglow
06/01/10 2:05 AM GMT
Great capture and nice remembrance to share at this time.
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.OutdoorsGuy
06/01/10 4:43 AM GMT
What a great shot. A wonderful tribute to all who have and are serving. Well done.

OG
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.kg4bet
06/01/10 7:11 AM GMT
I total agree with Mark very well done.

Sheldon
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.kg4bet
06/01/10 7:11 AM GMT
I total agree with Mark very well done.

Sheldon
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.KASSME73
06/01/10 9:19 PM GMT
Wow that is awesome....what a fantastic tribute to our fallen hero's.
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::0930_23
06/02/10 5:45 AM GMT
A great monument that could be dedicated to all our fallen men and women Jethro. It is a nice tribute.

TicK

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.Jims
06/04/10 6:59 PM GMT
well done Jim, I like the warmth of the colors of the picket fence in contrast to the stone memorial. great picture!
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.prashanth
06/05/10 6:02 AM GMT
May their souls rest in peace.
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::SEFA
06/09/10 1:52 PM GMT
A good shot and May their souls rest in peace.
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.diaz3508
06/10/10 5:57 PM GMT
Beautiful shot JimboB .....
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::mikerkim
06/12/10 4:20 AM GMT
Very Nice, Jim!

Mike
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