The Chapel
by Lucinda Walter
Title
The Chapel
Artist
Lucinda Walter
Medium
Photograph - Photography, Digital Art, Fine Art
Description
Vietnam Veterans Memorial
The purpose of the David Westphall Veterans Foundation is to honor America's veterans and members of its military forces by memorializing the sacrifices they have made and by recognizing the sense of duty and the courage they have displayed as they answered their country's call to arms.
This purpose is achieved primarily by supporting the mission of the the Vietnam Veterans Memorial State Park. The park provides a memorial to veterans and a Visitors Center that serve as a place for reunion, reflection, healing, and sharing of experiences.
The memorial was originally known as the Vietnam Veterans Peace and Brotherhood Chapel and had its origins in a battle near Con Thien, South Vietnam in which 16 men lost their lives. Among the men, was David Westphall, son of Victor and Jeanne Westphall. Thanks to their vision and determination the memorial exists today to honor not only these 16 Marines but all members of America's armed forces.
http://www.vietnamveteransmemorial.org/
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July 19th, 2013
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Comments (10)
Brian Tada
Lucinda, what a beautifully composed photograph of this memorial to Vietnam Veterans and those who have given their lives for the noble cause of freedom. A most fitting tribute honoring their bravery and sacrifice. God bless you for sharing this. F/L
Laura D Young
Lovely and elegant - the chapel looks as one with its surroundings. l/f
Lucinda Walter replied:
Laura, thank you very much. It is in a very beautiful area of NM. Gorgeous chapel and surroundings. Thanks again.
Lucinda Walter
Thank you very much James Lanigan Thompson MFA for the feature in the group Beauty 7/30/2014 I'm honored
Lucinda Walter
Thank you very much JW Hanley for the feature in the group Southern Photographers 7/30/2014 I'm honored!
Linda Phelps
V. Beautiful architecture! I love you composition that shows how the building fits with the landscape. Love that fantastic blue sky and the tree in the foreground.
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