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Two roads diverged in a yellow wood, 2009-08-15 23:34:00

Author: From http://roadsdivergedwood.blogspot.com/ • Aug 15th, 2009
   Category: Blog Entries.Local, Photography.Local
......To the Soldier.....
The entrance to the Taylor family cemetery established in 1887. On the pillar to the left it states that the cemetery is dedicated in memory of John G. Rowley, World War Vet, Died April 21, 1941.



Two roads diverged in a yellow wood, 2009-08-15 23:31:00

Author: From http://roadsdivergedwood.blogspot.com/ • Aug 15th, 2009
   Category: Blog Entries.Local, Photography.Local
.......And the Common Man
Roadside displays like this are more common than one would like to think.

Two roads diverged in a yellow wood, 2009-08-15 23:25:00

Author: From http://roadsdivergedwood.blogspot.com/ • Aug 15th, 2009
   Category: Blog Entries.Local, Photography.Local
Cut Me Some Slack
OK, another abandoned home. This one happens to be in Westmoreland County. But look at the gingerbread work on the gable and you've got to love the beautiful wrap around porch! And the flowered bush to the left! Come on.....at least I didn't enhance it.

Two roads diverged in a yellow wood, 2009-08-15 23:18:00

Author: From http://roadsdivergedwood.blogspot.com/ • Aug 15th, 2009
   Category: Blog Entries.Local, Photography.Local
" The Times They Are A Changin...."
A close-up of the World War I memorial in front of the King George Courthouse which was dedicated in 1935. It list those from the county who served in the armed forces during the war. Of interest is that the names are segregated into two groups. On top is the list of white servicemen. The bottom group lists "colored" men who served.

Two roads diverged in a yellow wood, 2009-08-15 23:11:00

Author: From http://roadsdivergedwood.blogspot.com/ • Aug 15th, 2009
   Category: Blog Entries.Local, Photography.Local
A Blast from the Past
One aspect of my road trips through the country that I truly enjoy is that you can still find little architectural gems. I've always wanted a house with a porch. But in this case it was not the lattice work or the dental molding on the porch which caught my attention. It was the tin shingles still on the roof. Don't get to see that everyday.

Two roads diverged in a yellow wood, 2009-08-15 22:56:00

Author: From http://roadsdivergedwood.blogspot.com/ • Aug 15th, 2009
   Category: Blog Entries.Local, Photography.Local
Why There is A Transportation Crisis in Virginia
One has to ask how much time and effort was wasted placing, No Trespassing, No Parking signs, a guard rail, and finally a Road Closed sign where no road exists. And unless VDOT (The Virginia Department of Transportation) is prepared to knock down two rather large buildings it is not likely that a road is ever going to be built. Did I mention that Rt. 3 is located about 30 feet to the right. Based on my seven years in dealing with VDOT plans ARE probably moving forward to build a road here. But fear not VDOT only plans and plans........and maybe 50 years from now asphalt will be laid from the intersection to the guard rail and the project will be touted as another VDOT success story.

Two roads diverged in a yellow wood, 2009-08-15 22:49:00

Author: From http://roadsdivergedwood.blogspot.com/ • Aug 15th, 2009
   Category: Blog Entries.Local, Photography.Local
" Beauty is in the Eye of the Beholder"
Coming into Oak Grove along Rt. 3 in Westmoreland County. The stone work on this home is shall we say, "interesting." Note that the stones used get progressively smaller as you go up the wall. I have to say the vehicles in the yard, the satellite dish, and the corrugated sheet roofing truly adds to the charm.

Two roads diverged in a yellow wood, 2009-08-15 22:42:00

Author: From http://roadsdivergedwood.blogspot.com/ • Aug 15th, 2009
   Category: Blog Entries.Local, Photography.Local
A Typical View
Traveling along Rt. 3 east going to Colonial Beach this is pretty much what you will see during most of the 30 or so miles down the road--corn and soybeans. I'm told that corn harvesting is soon to begin. Time to break out the butter, salt, pepper, and for the high brow types--the cob holders.

Two roads diverged in a yellow wood, 2009-08-15 22:37:00

Author: From http://roadsdivergedwood.blogspot.com/ • Aug 15th, 2009
   Category: Blog Entries.Local, Photography.Local
A Rural Train Crossing
Stafford County--This track runs east/west which means it probably doesn't get much use. The road itself dead ends so it doesn't get much use either. No crossing gates in the country.

Two roads diverged in a yellow wood, 2009-08-15 21:51:00

Author: From http://roadsdivergedwood.blogspot.com/ • Aug 15th, 2009
   Category: Blog Entries.Local, Photography.Local
To the Fallen
Monument to the Irish Brigade, City Dock, Fredericksburg. I have been in communication with the City Council of Waterford, Ireland regarding the location of the sword carried by a favorite son of Waterford, General Thomas Francis Meagher, at the Battle of Fredericksburg. Gen. Meagher commanded the Irish Brigade during the battle. I took some photos of the monument to send on as a thank-you for the gracious help I received. The monument was erected by my reenactment regiment, 28th Mass. Volunteer Infantry, Company B, in December 1995. It reads:
"While posted here, in the early morning hours of December 13, 1862, the men of the Irish Brigade placed sprigs of boxwood in their caps in honor of their Irish heritage. Later in the day they took part in the futile assaults against Confederate positions on Marye's Heights. At the end of the battle the Union dead closest to Confederate positions wore sprigs of boxwood in their caps."
(List of casualties by regiment)
"TO THE SONS OF ERIN. WHO PUT GOD, COUNTRY, AND DUTY BEFORE SELF. WE MUST NEVER FORGET THE SACRIFICE THEY MADE FOR OUR FREEDOM. ERIN GO BRAUGH."

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