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    From rubble to recycled [Image 2 of 4]

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    A religious statue, appearing to depict a robed figure (likely a saint or the Virgin Mary), is being lifted by a crane using yellow straps and chains. The operation is taking place adjacent to a partially demolished or damaged white masonry building, likely a church or religious institution. At least two workers wearing hard hats and high-visibility clothing are visible on the ground overseeing the lift.

    SALEM, ILLINOIS, UNITED STATES

    12.14.2016

    Photo by Sgt. 1st Class Bryan Spreitzer 

    Joint Force Headquarters - Illinois National Guard Public Affairs

    Workers from Shores Builders and Construction lower one of the 6,300-pound concrete eagles from the McMackin Armory in Salem, Illinois, on to a trailer for transporttaion. The two eagles were salvaged as the armory was demolished and donated to the cities of Salem, Illinois and Mount Vernon, Illinois. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. 1st Class Bryan Spreitzer, Illinois National Guard Public Affairs)

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    Date Taken: 12.14.2016
    Date Posted: 05.08.2017 12:25
    Photo ID: 3315374
    VIRIN: 161214-A-NB653-097
    Resolution: 2904x3648
    Size: 4.53 MB
    Location: SALEM, ILLINOIS, US
    Hometown: SALEM, ILLINOIS, US
    Web Views: 50
    Downloads: 4

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    The image shows the facade of an Illinois National Guard armory building in an Art Deco architectural style. The building features two large eagle sculptures flanking the entrance, with a prominent sign reading 'ILLINOIS NATIONAL GUARD' above the main doors. The structure shows visible signs of deterioration and appears to be abandoned or decommissioned.
    A religious statue, appearing to depict a robed figure (likely a saint or the Virgin Mary), is being lifted by a crane using yellow straps and chains. The operation is taking place adjacent to a partially demolished or damaged white masonry building, likely a church or religious institution. At least two workers wearing hard hats and high-visibility clothing are visible on the ground overseeing the lift.
    The image shows two photographs of a custom-built table, likely repurposed from materials associated with the Salem Armory (1938-2011). The top photo displays a large, polished butcher-block style wooden tabletop with a high-gloss finish. The bottom photo reveals the metal base/apron of the table, painted dark gray, featuring cut-out silhouettes of crossed rifles and the inscription 'SALEM ARMORY 1938-2011'.
    An empty formal auditorium or briefing room with a raised stage area featuring a podium, flags, and seating for panelists. The room includes rows of dark audience chairs, a large video display wall framed in wood, and warm wood paneling throughout. The space appears to be a government or institutional facility, likely used for press conferences or official presentations.

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