Memorial Day, originally called Decoration Day, is a day of remembrance for those who have died in our nation’s service.

Earl Moore Photography

Their silent wounds have speech

More eloquent than men;

Their tones can deeper reach

Than human voice or pen.” ~ William Woodman

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Morning photographs made on the grounds of the National Cemetery, Salisbury, NC.

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I certainly wish for a day when no more sacrifice of life was required in service of this nation or in protection of others, but mankind seems unable to live in peace or learn from past mistakes, at least on any large scale, so I’m afraid there will be more of these white headstones in the future.

 

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Steve Skinner
12 years ago

Sadly Earl, I think that you are right.

Don
Don
12 years ago

A fine Memorial post! Good selection of appropriate images. I agree that we seem destined to continue having war after war.

Chris Klug
12 years ago

Great work, The Unknown soldier shot is especially nice.

ken bello
12 years ago

Sorry to say I agree with you.

John - Visual Notebook
12 years ago

Unfortunately, I have to agree with the others. There’s only going to be more of these headstones in the future. I fear we’re entering an age of “Resource Wars” (which I think was a science fiction novel back in the 70s or 80s). Like you, I hope I’m completely wrong on this…

Nice work on this page, Earl.

Tom Dills
12 years ago

Very nice series, Earl. Somehow I knew you would have a good Memorial Day photo, and you’ve got several.

Monte Stevens
12 years ago

A very nice tribute, Earl. I was just reading some things about D-Day, which was just a couple days ago, and it stirs something inside of me knowing so many men lost their lives that day.