Poor Is The Nation That Has No Heroes. Shameful Is The One That Having Them Forgets - Gettysburg
by Michael Mazaika
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Poor Is The Nation That Has No Heroes. Shameful Is The One That Having Them Forgets - Gettysburg
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Michael Mazaika
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In solemn remembrance, American flags and luminaries adorn the grave markers of Union soldiers, unknown and known, who fought and died at the Battle of Gettysburg, and now rest at the Soldiers National Cemetery at Gettysburg, Gettysburg National Military Park. Image = Gettysburg Remembrance Day Poor is the Nation-1 111712 083 PSP I-AB GRWBG.jpg.
Leave no man behind. 30% of all profits from the sale of this image will be contributed to Fisher House (15%) and Re-enactors Missions for Jesus Christ (15%).
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June 1st, 2014
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Comments (15)
Ben Prepelka
A wonderful tribute to the lost soldiers at Gettysburg! It must have been a moving experience. Fav!
Michael Mazaika replied:
Thank you, Ben. It’s been a moving experience at Gettysburg every time I visit, now for the last 60 years. - Mike
Darin Williams
Great photo and touching title.
Michael Mazaika replied:
I've searched for the author of that quote but it remains unknown. Nevertheless, it was perfect then and remains so today. Thanks, Darin. - Mike
Elizabeth Dow
This must have been such a memorable trip to Gettysburg. I am sure it was very moving and sacred. We must never forget all of our fallen heroes. Thank you so much for sharing this.
Michael Mazaika replied:
Thank you, Elizabeth. In this, the 60th year for me visiting and walking the ground at Gettysburg (and very soon to retire there), I have never been disappointed with or without camera gear in tow, and been humbeled by the place and what happened there.- Mike
Adrienne Wilson
Beautiful Michael. Truer words were never written. I have been privileged to visit Gettysburg and it's very humbling. Very moving!!
Michael Mazaika replied:
Very humbling indeed. If you not had the opportunity, visit on Remembrance Day and Remembrance Weekend. Thank you, Adrienne. - Mike
Joe Vella
Beautiful and powerful image and message.
Michael Mazaika replied:
It is a remarkable and solemn place that I've been privileged to visit for over 60 years. Thanks, Joe. - Mike
Michael Mazaika
Thank you to the kind folks from Jennings, Louisiana for the purchase of this image. It's a tribute to all who have and continue to serve and their families. I trust it will be a great reminder for you as well. - Mike
Frank J Casella
Meaningful work, Michael. Keep at it!!
Michael Mazaika replied:
Thank you, Frank. I am very fortunate to have visited Gettysburg for over 50 years and am never disappointed by the remembrance these scenes evoke. - Mike
Frank J Casella
CONGRATULATIONS!! Your beautiful artwork has been Featured by the - PENTAX RICOH PHOTOGRAPHERS - Artist Group on Fine Art America / PIXELS! Thank you for sharing it !! http://tinyurl.com/PentaxRicohGallery
Michael Mazaika replied:
Thank you, Frank, for this feature in the Pentax-Ricoh photographers group. It is a humbling place to visit and reflect. - Mike
Brian Tada
Solemn, beautiful image with a message of remembrance, done with utmost respect and style. A fitting tribute. Excellent work, Michael. F/L
Jeff at JSJ Photography
Great lighting with a reflective message of patriotism. L/F, ~Jeff at JSJ Photography
Stuart Litoff
Terrific work!
Michael Mazaika replied:
Thank you, Stuart. I count a privilege to live so close and be able to readily visit these great fields and final resting places and to be reminded of the sacrifices made in the past and to this day for our freedom. - Mike