Comment from Lynnmarie2
Love this.. in this time and age our service men are often forgotten. I come from a military family and it's so different now then it was even ten years ago. We have the freedoms we have because of them and will always hold them in HIGH regards.

 Comment Written 16-Jul-2023

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reply by the author on 16-Jul-2023

Totally agree, Thank you so much:)

Comment from suffolkbrian
Good one for the contest and yes its one of those symbols that is evotive of sacrifices that have been made by people in wars and yes we shou;d count our b;essings,it also reminds me i have an uncle[who i never met] who was killed in ww11 and is buried in italy,thanks for sharing...Brian

 Comment Written 15-Jul-2023

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reply by the author on 16-Jul-2023

Thank you very much :)

reply by suffolkbrian on 16-Jul-2023

your welcome

Comment from nikman
A good looking image posted here into the competition! Your fine, full and appropriate composition offers us a good view of that symbol of ultimate courage. Exposure and sharpness are fine. Well done and good luck!

 Comment Written 15-Jul-2023

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reply by the author on 16-Jul-2023

Thank you :)

Comment from Charlotte Morse
What an inspiring entry, in an inspiring contest on the subject of inspiration!
Beautifully taken, and with the sunlight falling on the tomb like that, it's a stunner!
You didn't mention in your notes the faint American flag that you added (waiting to see if we noticed perhaps?), it's awesome, and such a clever addition to the image!
And I also applaud your notes, reminding us all to be grateful for what we have.
Charlotte

 Comment Written 15-Jul-2023

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reply by the author on 16-Jul-2023

Thank you, Charlotte so appreciate your kind words, and of course the half dozen stars :)

reply by Charlotte Morse on 17-Jul-2023

It would have been the full dozen were it possible!