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W is for Why
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Uploaded: 10/05/14 8:26 PM GMT
W is for Why
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This is a monument dedicated to all those who serve or have served in the U.S. Air Force. That's the Pentagon behind it and my perspective places the monument exactly where hijacked American Airlines Flight 77 crashed on 9/11, killing all 64 people on board including the five hijackers and six crew as well as 125 people in the building. Hence, W for Why? That's the U.S. Capital in the background. The Jefferson Memorial and a part of Arlington Cemetery can also be seen off to the left. As you can see, aircraft make frequent flights into nearby Reagan National Airport. This photo is best viewed in full. It is my entry into the current contest. I returned from D.C. yesterday so I should be more regular on Caedes. Thanks for looking and leaving a comment.
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.Starglow
10/05/14 8:50 PM GMT
WOW! That is certainly a winner, what a wonderful monument.
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Doug, I don't know if it could get any better than this image. First of all W for why is well documented in this capture. It is a very dramatic image, and a excellent entry for the contest, and a meaningful tribute to those who lost their lives on 9/11. It's been a few years but I have stayed in DC some years ago, and this all looks so familiar to me, except for the monument of course. Bravo! and I'm glad you made it home safely, this is a fave for me. =^..^=tigs♥
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Nature in all her glory is my uplift on life and so is my love of photography. sandi ♪ ♫
That's a good one...What goes on behind those closed doors I wonder..R.
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I wish I was a Glow Worm, a Glow Worm's never glum, 'cause how can you be grumpy, when the sun shines out your bum?
It's W for WOW! What a vista.
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"Horse sense is the thing a horse has which keeps it from betting on people." W.C. Fields. So I bet you'll go over to see My Gallery.
An impressive photo and a very good entry for the contest Doug. As to the question why - ignorance, hatred, Fanaticism, all these still do not in any way explain why innocent persons should become the victims.
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Smooth seas do not make skilful sailors.
That's a beautiful picture Doug and a good one for the contest. What happened on that day will always be a big why for many. My niece was in that building at that time of that terrible day. I thank God she was alright.
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Life's moments are sweet. I just want to capture all that I can of them.
I believe we ask the 'why' everyday. The 9/11 tragedy affected so many people ... not only in the USA, but all across the globe. Excellent contest entry, Doug ... one that conveys emotion too. Best wishes in the contest.
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I LOVE LABS!!!
Having an airliner in the shot adds even more impact to your extraordinary picture.
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This shot is "chock full" of history, Gibbs.
Thanks for the dedication.
Great entry. I am afraid my S worm is in trouble.
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Thanks for the dedication.
Great entry. I am afraid my S worm is in trouble.
TicK
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People are like cameras--sometimes they lose focus.
It's a WOW'ser of a shot Doug!...Terrible times indeed back back then!..
I love the expanse here...lots to look at...and the structure really catches the eye!
I love the expanse here...lots to look at...and the structure really catches the eye!
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"Never stop photographing. It is very likely that your best photograph has not yet been captured">
"You can observe a lot by just watching".
- Yogi Berra
Washington DC is well known to me Doug (because I've visited many times Alexandria, Virginia). So the by you pictured Pentagon is well known to me too. The monument however is new to me, because I was already retired when the 9/11 tragedy had happened. Thanks for this 'update' my friend. A somewhat touching (realizing what has happened then) but appropriate image for the contest. Good Luck.
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Try to change what you can't accept, but accept what you can't change. Please CLICK HERE to see my journal! Feel free to save my images or to add them to your favorites.
Doug - Why remains an unanswered question. the 'W' makes a fine entry for the contest. With the larger perspective of DC in the background, it is a poignant monument. Thad
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If I could tell the story in words, I wouldn't need to lug around a camera. ~Lewis Hine The Earth without art is just 'eh'.
Great looking landscape photography and very good detail considering the distance you are from this monument and very nice composition too.
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Totally awesome shot, Doug. Could be a winner in the contest.
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I ALWAYS VIEW YOUR IMAGES FULL SIZE.
Magnificent and meaningful posting for the contest, excellent angle showing us a lot of Washington DC. Your explanation to the image is outstanding
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Congrats on the 2nd place finish in the contest Gibbs.
You always do well.
You always do well.
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People are like cameras--sometimes they lose focus.
Congrats with your second place in the contest Doug.
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Try to change what you can't accept, but accept what you can't change. Please CLICK HERE to see my journal! Feel free to save my images or to add them to your favorites.
I thought all along that this was a stunning image. Well done on your second place.
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"Horse sense is the thing a horse has which keeps it from betting on people." W.C. Fields. So I bet you'll go over to see My Gallery.
Congratulations Doug on 2nd place. Well done.
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Life's moments are sweet. I just want to capture all that I can of them.
Well done, I am trying to figure how you took this picture. Sheraton?
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