"Tennessee Lead"

September 2, 2013, 1:30 pm

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Tennessee, Overton County, Monroe
Near here in November, 1852, a black and tan hound was stolen out of a deer chase by a horse trader, taken to Madison County, Kentucky, sold to George Washington Maupin. There, as Tennessee Lead, be became the foundation sire of all Walker, Trigg and Goodman fox hounds.

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Overton County Courthouse

September 2, 2013, 1:42 pm

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Tennessee, Overton County, Livingston
The county courthouse is the third erected at this location. It was built in 1868-69 by "Little Joe" Copeland for a total consideration of $9,999.99. Vaults were added and minor repairs were completed in 1934. In 1957, the cornice was replaced and other minor repairs were completed. The interior of the structure was completely renovated in 1978-79.

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Thomson Park

September 2, 2013, 2:27 pm

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South Carolina, Charleston County, Sullivans Island
Commemorating the 1776 defense
of Charles Town against the British
army by American Patriots under
Colonel William “Danger” Thompson.

Dedicated in 2011 by
Friends of Danger
www.thomsonpark.org

(War, US Revolutionary) Includes location, directions, 4 photos, GPS coordinates, map.

Precht House

September 2, 2013, 10:05 pm

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Austria, Tyrol, Innsbruck
Pfarrgasse 4
Prechthaus
Das Prechthaus stammt aus dem 15. Jahrhundert. Unter Dr. Basilius Percht wurde es 1540 durch Gregor Türing umgebaut.
1588 erwarb es Dr. J. Moser, der Gründer der Hofbuchhandlung und Universitätsdruckerei, die sich bis 1875 in diesem Hause befand.

German-English translation:

Pfarrgasse 4
Precht House
The Precht house dates from the 15th Century. Under Dr. Basil Percht it was rebuilt in 1540 by Gregory Türing. It was acquired in 1588 bt Dr. J. Moser, founder of the Court Publishers and University Press that were located in this house.

(Arts, Letters, Music) Includes location, directions, 2 photos, GPS coordinates, map.

Blitzing Betsy

September 2, 2013, 10:11 pm

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Georgia, Chatham County, Pooler

3/6/44
388 Bomb GP   562nd Sqdn
P  1Lt Lowell H. Watts            POW
CP 1Lt Robert M. Kennedy     POW
N  1Lt Emmett J. Murphy       POW
B  1st Lt Edward J Kelley       POW
AE TSgt Joe B. Ramsey          POW
RO TSgt Ivan N. Finkle          POW
BT SSgt Robert M. Sweeney   KIA
LW SSgt Donald W. Taylor     KIA
RW SSgt Raymond E. Hess   KIA
TG SSgt H. A. Brassfield       KIA


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Katzunghaus

September 2, 2013, 10:12 pm

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Austria, Tyrol, Innsbruck
Katzunghaus
Dieses im 15. Jh. erbaute spätgotische Bürgerhaus tritt vor allem durch seinen Eckerker hervor. Die dortigen Reliefs sind Arbeiten aus der Werkstatt Gregor Türing’s (+1543) und zeigen einerseits Musikanten und Spielleute, andererseits verschiedene Arten von Turnieren. Die Reliefs erinnern daran, dass auch hier am alten Stadtplatz einst ritterliche Kampfspiele stattgefunden haben.

German-English translation:

Katzunghaus
This 15th century late Gothic mansion stands out in particular through its corner bay. The reliefs are works from the workshop of Gregor Türing (after 1543), showing musicians and minstrels on one side, and different types of tournaments on the other. The reliefs recall the once gallant fighting games that have taken place here in the old town square.

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Leopold Mozart

September 2, 2013, 10:34 pm

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Austria, Tyrol, Innsbruck
Hier in diesem Hause wohnte im
Jahre 1769 am 14. Dezember
herr
Leopold Mozart
hochfürstl. Salzburgischer Kapellmeister,
mit seinem 13 jährigem Sohne
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
und gab Conzerte beim Grafen. Künigl

German-English translation:

In this house lived in
1769 14 December
Mr.
Leopold Mozart
royal princely chapel master,
who with his 13-year son
Amadäus Wolfgang Mozart
gave concerts to the royal court here.

(Arts, Letters, Music) Includes location, directions, 2 photos, GPS coordinates, map.

Inang Laya Monument

September 2, 2013, 10:49 pm

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Philippines, Zambales, Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority, Olongapo

Let the Dozen Hands pay tribute to the Magnificent Twelve Senators of the Republic of the Philippines who on September 16, 1991, stood up and declared “NO” to the RP US Military Bases Treaty, thus finally ending more than four centuries of foreign military presence in the country.

Let the image of INANG LAYA – MOTHER COUNTRY now unbound and standing proudly be the embodiment of the generation of Filipinos who kept the flames of freedom ablaze during the bleakest moments in history from the Philippine Revolution of 1896 this ended in the centuries of colonial to the People Power Movement in 1986, that releases from the shackles of dictatorship, the Filipino people unveiled through sheer determination and perserverance.

Let the bird in flight signify the triumph of Filipino spirit-hope times of uncertainty courage in the face of adversity faith in God and Country compassion towards others and readiness to overcome obstacle.

This monument is dedicated to the hands passed and present that liberated the nation to the hands linked in unity as a people and in solidarity with the community of nations. To the hands extended to the others for peace and goodwill to the hands that continue to guard Inang Laya from Oppression and to the hand from where our collective and aspiration take flight

(Government • Politics) Includes location, directions, 15 photos, GPS coordinates, map.

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Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority

September 2, 2013, 10:53 pm

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Philippines, Zambales, Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority, Olongapo City

Five years ago today, this 24th day of November 1997, the U.S. Navy in solemn ceremonies relinquished administration, control and possession of the former Subic Naval Base, after 94 years to the sovereign Philippine government.

Presiding over the ceremony was his excellency, President Fidel V. Ramos,
Present in the historic turnover were:

For the Philippine Government:
Hon. Roberio R. Romulo, Secretary of Foreign Affairs
Hon. Richard J. Gordon, Mayor, City of Olongapo; Chairman, Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority

For the United States Government:
Admiral James Kelly, Commander in Chief:
Rear Admiral Thomas Mercer, Commander, U.S. Naval Base Subic Bay, Philippines
Hon. Richard Solomon, U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines

This flag pole originally stood at a height of 94 feet signifying the end of 94 years foreign forces occupied this vast complex . On its mast flies the country’s largest free flying Philippine flag. With it soars the dreams, aspirations and capacity of the people and volunteers of Olongapo City and Subic. It symbolizes the emergence of a new Filipino spirit and attitude embodied by commitment, dedication, sense of community and love for country.

On its 4th year, the foundation was raised to a height of 8 feet, representing the 8,000 volunteers who selflessly dedicated themselves to protecting and preserving this mighty facility for the prosperity of their community and the resurgence of respect for the Filipino people and the entire country. Simultaneously, another 18 was added representing the 18 heads of states of APEC member economies.

Today proudly towering at a total height of 120 feet in this historic pedestal of honor, this mighty flag gloriously heralds the new Filipino spirit into the new millennium, for all sea vessels and air crafts of the world flying majestic Subic Bay. To pay homage in triumphant splendor.

This flag and marker is dedicated to all the volunteers who served their country selflessly, to all those who believed, and those who endured through shared visions, shared struggles and shared triumphs.

(20th Century • Disasters • Politics • Waterways & Vessels) Includes location, directions, 4 photos, GPS coordinates, map.

The Soldier Dead of Lowndes

September 3, 2013, 6:56 am

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Alabama, Lowndes County, Hayneville

(front) 1861-1865
The Soldier Dead
of Lowndes
(left side) No men died there
with more glory.
Yet many died,
And there was much glory.
(right side) To
Devotion and Valor.
(rear) From
Hearts Faithful
to Faithful Hearts.


(War, US Civil) Includes location, directions, 5 photos, GPS coordinates, map.

Delaware Memorial Bridge

September 3, 2013, 10:53 am

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Delaware, New Castle County, near New Castle

Delaware Memorial Bridge
1951 - 1968

South Span
Dedicated August 18, 1951

North Span
Dedicated September 12, 1968

Vice President Hubert H. Humphrey dedicated these Bridges on September 12, 1968 to the Men and Women of the State of Delaware and the State of New Jersey who gave their lives in the Armed Forces of the United States of America during World War II and its subsequent military conflicts.

The Delaware River and Bay Authority

Governor of Delaware: Charles L. Terry, Jr.
Governor of New Jersey: Richard J. Hughes
Authority Members
Alexis I. duP. Bayard, Chairman
Clarence B. McCormick, Vice Chairman
Ramsen C. Barnard, III – Thomas J. Gallagher
James Julian – William A. Gemmel
Benjamin F. Shaw, II – Walter F.W. Maack
James J. Smith – James L. Smith
William J. Miller, Jr. – Director
Theodore G. Bright – General Manager
Gerard J. DiNicola – Secretary

(Bridges & Viaducts • Military • War, World II) Includes location, directions, 5 photos, GPS coordinates, map.

Delaware River and Bay Authority Veterans Dedication

September 3, 2013, 11:08 am

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Delaware, New Castle County, New Castle

Dedication to our Veterans

Whose Loyalty and Service during times of war and peace define the character
of this great Nation

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U.S. - Dakota War Memorial

September 3, 2013, 11:10 am

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Minnesota, Brown County, New Ulm
In Memory
of
All
Who
Suffered
U.S. - Dakota War
of
1862

2012

(Wars, US Indian) Includes location, directions, 3 photos, GPS coordinates, map.

Wounded Combat Veterans Memorial

September 3, 2013, 11:11 am

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Delaware, New Castle County, near New Castle

Dedicated to all men and women wounded in all wars

My stone is red for the blood they shed. The medal I bear is my country’s way to show they care. If I could be seen by all mankind maybe peace will come in my lifetime.

(Military) Includes location, directions, 3 photos, GPS coordinates, map.

Delaware River and Bay Authority Vietnam Memorial

September 3, 2013, 11:13 am

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Delaware, New Castle County, near New Castle

In Memory of Vietnam War Dead

Dedicated to those from Delaware and
New Jersey who made the Supreme Sacrifice
in the Service of their Country

(Military • War, Vietnam) Includes location, directions, 3 photos, GPS coordinates, map.

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Delaware - Desert Shield / Desert Storm Memorial

September 3, 2013, 11:14 am

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Delaware, New Castle County, near New Castle


Desert Shield • Desert Storm

A tribute to all members of the United States Armed Forces who gallantly and courageously performed their duties during the Desert Shield Operation and the
Desert Storm War Action in Kuwait-Iraq and Saudi Arabia. May God continue to
bless these United States

(Military • War, 1st Iraq & Desert Storm) Includes location, directions, 2 photos, GPS coordinates, map.

Lumberville - Ravenrock Toll-Supported Pedestrian Bridge

September 3, 2013, 11:19 am

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New Jersey, Hunterdon County, Raven Rock
This rare multi-catenary, pedestrian only suspension bridge was designed and constructed by John A. Roebling's Sons Co. of Trenton, N.J. - the famed builders of the Brooklyn Bridge. It replaced a former vehicular bridge that consisted of four original wooden covered spans and a single steel truss replacement span. The original bridge at this location operated as a shareholder-owned toll crossing for 75 years before being freed of tolls in 1932. Superstructure constructed - 1947 Superstructure rehabilitated - 2013

(Bridges & Viaducts) Includes location, directions, 4 photos, GPS coordinates, map.

Old Country Store

September 3, 2013, 11:22 am

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New York, Saratoga County, Edinburg
Built 1875 on west side Main St. opp. Fox Hill Rd. by Faulkner Noyes and Charles Wait. At times a post office. Moved to its present site c. 1929.

(Industry & Commerce) Includes location, directions, 5 photos, GPS coordinates, map.

Magistrate Zeller's House

September 3, 2013, 1:33 pm

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Austria, Tyrol, Innsbruck
Stadtrichter Zeller-Haus
Dieses Haus war um 1485 bis 1543 im Besitz der Innsbrucker Bürgerfamilie Zeller. Walter Zeller d.Ä. liess, als er 1495 Stadtrichter war, im Laubengewölbe das bemerkenswerte Quaternionen-oder Reichsadlerfresko anbringen, kombiniert mit den Wappen der “Gesalbten Könige: von Frankreich, England, Sizilien und Schottland. Von Walter Zeller d.J, (gest. 1543) stammt der zum Teil beschädigte Erkerschmuck mit einem seltenen Haussegen.

German-English translation:
From around 1485 to 1543 this house was in the possession of the Zeller Family, citizens of Innsbruck. Walter Zeller the Elder, during the time of his office as magistrate in 1495, had the remarkable fresco of quaternions or imperial eagle installed, combined with the arms of the "Anointed Kings" of France, England, Scotland and Sicily. The partially damaged bay window decoration comes inscribed with a rare house blessing that originates from the time of Walter Zeller the Younger (died 1543).

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Maumee River Rapids

September 3, 2013, 1:49 pm

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Ohio, Lucas County, Maumee
The Maumee River Rapids, made of exposed limestone bedrock, is an alvar, a habitat found only in Europe and here in the Great Lakes region. Alvars are rocky ledges with cycles of flooding and seasonal low water. Plants and animals live on the limestone with only a thin layer of soil to sustain them.

The turbid rapids provide oxygenated water and stir up nutrients and macro-invertebrates that are food for fish and other wildlife.

In spring, this stretch of the river is a destination for fisherman as walleye swim upriver to cast their eggs over the protective cobblestone below the rapids. The spawn, or "Spring Run," is the largest of its kind on the Great Lakes.

(Natural Features) Includes location, directions, 3 photos, GPS coordinates, map.