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    Juneteenth: Liberation Day for Enslaved People [Image 2 of 3]

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    This appears to be a 19th-century oil painting depicting a crowded indoor gathering of people illuminated by warm firelight or candlelight. The scene shows a large group assembled in what appears to be a rustic interior space, with figures clustered around a central light source. A partial inscription is visible at the bottom of the painting containing the word 'MEETING'.

    JOINT BASE LANGLEY-EUSTIS, VIRGINIA, UNITED STATES

    06.18.2020

    Photo by Airman 1st Class Marcus Bullock 

    Joint Base Langley-Eustis

    A painting title Watch Meeting-Dec. 31st 1862-Waiting for the Hour depicts African-Americans gathered waiting for the clock to strike midnight and end slavery in the United States. This painting was chosen by former President Barack Obama to hang outside of the Oval Office in the White House. (Courtesy Photo)

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    Date Taken: 06.18.2020
    Date Posted: 06.19.2020 14:39
    Photo ID: 6246382
    VIRIN: 200618-F-F3321-1002
    Resolution: 375x250
    Size: 168.71 KB
    Location: JOINT BASE LANGLEY-EUSTIS, VIRGINIA, US
    Web Views: 130
    Downloads: 8

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    This is a facsimile broadside of the Emancipation Proclamation, featuring ornate decorative typography and calligraphy. It includes a portrait of Abraham Lincoln in the upper left, an allegorical figure on the upper right, and the full text of the proclamation. The document appears to have been published by the U.S. Sanitary Commission for fundraising purposes.
    This appears to be a 19th-century oil painting depicting a crowded indoor gathering of people illuminated by warm firelight or candlelight. The scene shows a large group assembled in what appears to be a rustic interior space, with figures clustered around a central light source. A partial inscription is visible at the bottom of the painting containing the word 'MEETING'.
    United States Air Force personnel in dress blue uniforms are conducting a formal flag-raising ceremony. At least three airmen are visible, with two actively handling a large blue, red, and white flag at a flagpole. One airman on the right wears a 'Base Honor Guard' aiguillette, indicating this is an official ceremonial detail.

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