World War II Junk Yard
by Douglas Barnard
Title
World War II Junk Yard
Artist
Douglas Barnard
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Photograph - Digitally Enhanced Photographs
Description
World War II Junk at Nightcliff Beach, Top-End, Australia. After World War II when the USA defense forces withdrew from Darwin most of their materials not deemed recoverable were dumped into the sea of the Nightcliff Beach area with the mistaken belief that nature will quickly dispose of the same. Call this the military capability disposal plan of the time. It is known that complete vehicles including Willis Jeeps were driven into the sea and dumped. This picture was taken Jul 2012 during an unusual low tide- 67 years after the war ended. Many of the Top-End sunsets I have on my site were taken on this exact same location. It is somewhat disturbing to know this junk is ever-present in one of the most beautiful natural environments in Australia.
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August 4th, 2012
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Randy Rosenberger
Awesome capture of this special place, Douglas. It is with great pride and pleasure that I showcase this beautiful piece of your art work on the HOMEPAGE of the Wisconsin Flowers and Scenery group site. I believe your works to be well composed, masterfully displayed, and a true joy to view. Thanks for sharing your talents with our members of WFS group and all members on FAA. Your excellence sets a standard to be proud of. LIKED and FAVED Forever, Elvis
Douglas Barnard replied:
Wow Randy I have almost forgotten this piece...thank you for the feature and nice comments...
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