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    US Army soldier visits Capas National Shrine [Image 8 of 10]

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    The image shows a blue granite memorial wall engraved with names and military ranks of fallen soldiers, likely Filipino servicemen from World War II. The names are arranged in columns with military rank abbreviations (PVT, CPL, SGT, PFC, DEF, SSGT) preceding each entry. A reflection of what appears to be an obelisk or monument is visible on the polished surface of the memorial.

    CAPAS, PHILIPPINES

    04.13.2013

    Photo by 1st Lt. Garth Langley 

    Exercise Balikatan       

    The reflection of an obelisk shines through the wall of names denoting the victims and survivors of the historic Bataan death march at the Capas National Shrine, Capas, Tarlac Province, Philippines. The shrine was erected to show the reverence to those World War II soldiers who were a part of the death march and to stand as a public awareness and education in the Tarlac province. An estimated 60,600 Filipinos and 9,900 Americans who marched from April 9-15, 1942 and the tens of thousands of prisoners of war who occupied nearby Camp O'Donnell and locations throughout Tarlac Province. The memorial features a needle-like tower consisting of three sections symbolizing the Filipino, American and Japanese people. The obelisk is the focal center of the entire shrine site which stands for peace. A regulatory signal atop the structure beacons, symbolizing the height of nationalistic aspiration of Filipinos towards peace and freedom. (U.S. Marine Corps photo/1st Lt. Garth M. Langley)

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    Date Taken: 04.13.2013
    Date Posted: 04.18.2013 02:29
    Photo ID: 909338
    VIRIN: 130414-M-XX000-953
    Resolution: 5184x3456
    Size: 8.53 MB
    Location: CAPAS, PH
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    A dramatic low-angle silhouette photograph of a tall, narrow monument or tower structure shot directly against the sun, creating a strong backlit effect. The structure features two converging vertical elements that meet at a sharp apex point at the top, with horizontal cross-members and what appears to be an observation platform or lattice framework near the upper section. A prominent solar lens flare is visible where the sun peeks through an opening in the structure.
    A U.S. Army soldier in ACU (Army Combat Uniform) is photographed from a dramatic low-angle perspective, standing beneath a large concrete structure with converging pillars. The soldier displays rank insignia consistent with a Sergeant (E-5) and wears a name tape partially readable as ending in 'ALAN' or similar, along with a 'U.S. ARMY' tape. The upward perspective creates a striking compositional effect with the concrete columns framing the subject against a blue sky.
    A U.S. Army soldier in ACU (Army Combat Uniform) is photographed from a low angle in front of a dark granite memorial monument. The soldier wears the rank of Specialist or Corporal and has a name tape visible on the uniform. Behind him, the monument features an engraved relief depicting historical military figures carrying a flag.
    The image shows a close-up of a dark granite memorial wall with engraved names and military ranks. The names appear to be Filipino surnames beginning with 'UN-', suggesting this is a war memorial honoring Filipino soldiers. Ranks visible include PVT (Private), SGT (Sergeant), and DEF (Defender), indicating military service designations.
    A large green billboard stands in front of a row of mature trees, commemorating the planting of 31,000 trees dedicated to Filipino and American soldiers who were incarcerated during World War II at a Concentration Camp designated as a National Shrine Area. The reforestation project is identified as a joint effort between the Military Shrines Service, PVAO, DND, and DENR-PENRO. The trees visible behind the sign appear to be the result of this reforestation initiative.
    A U.S. Army soldier wearing ACU (Army Combat Uniform) with the name tape 'UNTALAN' is touching a black granite memorial wall engraved with names of fallen soldiers. The soldier appears to be searching for or paying respects to a name on the wall, possibly a relative given the matching surname 'UNTALAN' visible among the inscribed names. The memorial wall contains names with military ranks such as PVT, SGT, CPL, CAPT, and designations like DEF and PFC.
    A soldier in U.S. Army camouflage uniform is crouched down photographing or filming a large curved memorial wall engraved with hundreds of names. The dark granite or stone wall curves dramatically and is covered in columns of inscribed names, suggesting it is a war or veterans memorial. The setting appears to be an outdoor memorial site on a clear, sunny day.
    The image shows a blue granite memorial wall engraved with names and military ranks of fallen soldiers, likely Filipino servicemen from World War II. The names are arranged in columns with military rank abbreviations (PVT, CPL, SGT, PFC, DEF, SSGT) preceding each entry. A reflection of what appears to be an obelisk or monument is visible on the polished surface of the memorial.
    A large curved memorial wall made of dark reflective material is inscribed with numerous names, likely honoring fallen soldiers or victims. The wall curves dramatically into the distance, with a green and yellow patterned walkway running alongside it. A single person in military-style clothing is visible in the background, appearing to photograph or observe the memorial.
    The image shows a formal memorial or monument grounds featuring a tall flagpole flying the Philippine national flag prominently in the foreground. Behind it stands a large dark obelisk-style monument with a pointed tip. The grounds are lined symmetrically on both sides with rows of smaller Philippine flags on poles, flanked by trees.

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