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  • Tree on Fire

    Tree on Fire

    Union Cemetery in Leesburg, Virginia, established in 1855, serves as a public burial ground for all faiths. The author captures the cemetery’s unique atmosphere, particularly a striking tree with vivid fall colors. The site features notable monuments, including a Confederate War Memorial and an unfinished granite column.

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  • Amphitheatrum Flavium – The Roman Colosseum

    The photo captures vibrant scenes in Italy, highlighting the Colosseum’s architectural significance and cultural identity in ancient Rome. Constructed under emperors Vespasian and Titus, it accommodated 50,000 spectators. Originally named the Flavian Amphitheater, it served as a venue for gladiatorial contests while reflecting the complexities of Roman society and history.

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  • Historic Great Falls Tavern

    The Great Falls Tavern in Maryland, established in 1828 as a locktender’s house for the C&O Canal, served as a home for canal engineers and the first Locktender. Now a Visitor Center and Museum operated by the National Park Service, it attracts visitors with events, boat rides, and rich historical significance, celebrating community life.

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