Monday, May 18, 2015

Greatest Generation Walk And Bob Hope Salute

 

For me, Memorial Day is always something special. I guess it was because I served in U.S. Navy for four years. It is a time to reflect and thank those who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of this country. When I was in San Diego I was honored to take the Greatest Generation Walk using the USS Midway (CV-41) for a backdrop and ending up at the Bob Hope Salute was an honor:

Vice Admiral Clifton Sprague
Dedicated to the WWII ship USS San Diego (CL-53)


 






And finally "Unconditional Surrender" by Seward Johnson:


Thank you to all those who served in any country.
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39 comments:

  1. BuckeroomamaMay 18, 2015 at 7:36 PM

    That's so cool!

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  2. The Oh My Heartsie Girls WW (Linky)May 18, 2015 at 7:50 PM

    What a great tribute and your photos are awesome that you have shared!! Bob Hope was one of a kind to entertain the troops all over the world!

    Thanks for sharing!!! Salute to you as well!!
    Karren

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  3. AmilaMay 18, 2015 at 7:55 PM

    Thanks for sharing all these photos.It is great to remind all the war heroes.

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  4. abriannaMay 18, 2015 at 9:47 PM

    All of those sculptures are wonderful.

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  5. stevebethereMay 19, 2015 at 2:03 AM

    Oh I enjoyed these what a nice post :-)

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  6. NCSueMay 19, 2015 at 2:20 AM

    I adore that "unconditional surrender" one - what a cool statue!
    Hope you'll come share at http://image-in-ing.blogspot.com/2015/05/textures.html

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  7. Rhonda AlbomMay 19, 2015 at 5:06 AM

    It's the last one that I like best.

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  8. NanaHoodMay 19, 2015 at 5:07 AM

    Hats off to you and all who served!

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  9. NanaHoodMay 19, 2015 at 5:08 AM

    Hats off to you and all who served!

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  10. Angela ThompsonMay 19, 2015 at 7:09 AM

    Another cool trip! Thank you for sharing!

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  11. Diana MancusoMay 19, 2015 at 7:16 AM

    Such a nice journey! That 'Unconditional Surrender' statue is really impressive.
    Thanks for linking up over at Toronto Teacher Mom!

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  12. EvijaMay 19, 2015 at 7:18 AM

    Thank you for joining our Oh My Heartsie Girl Wordless Wednesday Link Party, love your post. Have a great day, co-host Evija @Fromevijawithlove

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  13. Mystery CaseMay 19, 2015 at 7:22 AM

    Great post, beautiful photos.

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  14. Cascia TalbertMay 19, 2015 at 11:26 AM

    That is so cool! Thanks for sharing this.

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  15. AnonymousMay 19, 2015 at 12:07 PM

    Amazing sculptures! Would not see this if not for you. Thanks for sharing with us.

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  16. Sue from Sizzling Towards 60 & BeyondMay 19, 2015 at 1:20 PM

    Thank you for sharing this post at #AnythingGoes and reminding us all of how lucky we are to have those fine people protecting us.

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  17. Stephanie 139aMay 19, 2015 at 1:46 PM

    What great statues - and yes thank you to everyone that's served their country #sharethejoy

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  18. Sandy SandmeyerMay 19, 2015 at 3:16 PM

    Thank you so much for your service! I have a friend stationed in San Diego now. I loved the view of the shipyard from the hills over San Diego. A lovely place. Thank you for visiting and sharing with #AnythingGoes.

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  19. UnknownMay 19, 2015 at 3:27 PM

    what a great tribute. Thanks for sharing this!

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  20. An Apel a DayMay 19, 2015 at 3:28 PM

    Those statues are so neat! What a great place to visit!

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  21. Catch My WordsMay 19, 2015 at 3:31 PM

    I'm glad we remember them on Memorial Day and everyday.

    http://joycelansky.blogspot.com/2015/05/ww-watcha-eating.html

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  22. AnonymousMay 19, 2015 at 8:03 PM

    That poor girl statue, her modesty is a thing of the past. ;)

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  23. Stacy UncorkedMay 19, 2015 at 9:05 PM

    Those are all awesome shots of awesome statues, Patrick! Thank you for your service - my BFF is a Navy girl. :)

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  24. XmasDollyMay 19, 2015 at 9:21 PM

    Those pics are great. I love every single one. I definitely have to go see those one day. My brother was in the Navy (Viet Nam War) he was on a supply ship U.S.S. Aludra & the U.S.S. Mars. He wasn't in Nam, but off the coast of Nam. He would've loved to see all this. He's gone now. Thanks so much for sharing. HUGS

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  25. The Fabulous JourneyMay 20, 2015 at 2:28 AM

    Beautiful pictorial tribute...thanks for sharing with those of us who can not witness it in person. Thanks for adding such value to Oh My Heartsie-Girl Wordless Wednesday!

    Shellie
    www.thefabjourney.com

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  26. Kristi MaloneyMay 20, 2015 at 3:28 AM

    These are amazing statues and memorials. Love the Bob Hope statue. Thank you for your service Patrick. Happy Memorial Day!

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  27. Deb Nance at ReaderbuzzMay 20, 2015 at 3:34 AM

    A lovely tribute for Memorial Day! Thank you.


    Here's my Wordless Wednesday!

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  28. Beth FMay 20, 2015 at 3:56 AM

    Cool shots

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  29. Cathy KennedyMay 20, 2015 at 6:47 AM

    What a wonderful early tribal to the brave men/women who served this country! That ginormous Unconditional Surrender statue is amazing! I love that photo! It's such a landmark moment. Thanks for sharing these amazing pictures and for visiting! You ought to link your post up for #WW! ;)

    I think We're Going to be Friends

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  30. Danielle SMay 20, 2015 at 9:09 AM

    It is a great tribute to our service men and women.

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  31. Kristin AquariannMay 20, 2015 at 11:15 AM

    Wow, how tall is that "Unconditional Surrender" statue?! Great tribute to Memorial Day. Have a wonderful holiday.

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  32. Ash @ The NashvillianMay 20, 2015 at 12:09 PM

    I just wanted to pop in and say thank you for serving our country!

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  33. Claire JustineMay 21, 2015 at 12:04 PM

    Lovely tribute, loving all the pictures especially the last one, aww young love!!

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  34. LA BotcharMay 21, 2015 at 5:40 PM

    what a wonderful tribute and visual reminder of the great sacrifice of so many!! thank you for sharing, and for your own part in securing our Freedoms.

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  35. likeschocolateMay 21, 2015 at 7:30 PM

    A great tribute to all the men and woman who have served our nation. So grateful!

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  36. UnknownMay 22, 2015 at 7:20 PM

    this was wonderful! thanks for sharing at Pin Worthy Wednesday!

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  37. Lou Lou GirlsMay 23, 2015 at 6:07 PM

    This looks so amazing. Pinned and tweeted. I hope to see you on Monday at 7pm because we love to party with you! Happy Memorial Day! Lou Lou Girls

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  38. Aspen JayMay 25, 2015 at 4:14 PM

    Thanks for sharing all of these photos and for serving our country! Thanks for linking up at the Talented Tuesday Link Party!

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  39. MichelleJuly 29, 2016 at 2:04 PM

    Perfect Patrick! Just perfect. Couldn't have showed our thanks any better.

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