….and very much missed.

This soldier was lucky to die in his bed, not at the hands of murderous politicians who craft endless wars.
On Memorial Day 2014 at the San Francisco National Cemetery.
Nikon D3x, 20mm UD Nikkor.
….and very much missed.

This soldier was lucky to die in his bed, not at the hands of murderous politicians who craft endless wars.
On Memorial Day 2014 at the San Francisco National Cemetery.
Nikon D3x, 20mm UD Nikkor.
Looking out to sea.

Looking out over the crowds gathered for the memorial service, with Alcatraz in the background. Can there be a more perfect setting on so perfect a day?
Nikon D3x, 200mm Nikkor-Q.
Thoughts of the lost.

A trombonist in the Army Marching Band reflects.
At the San Francisco National Cemetery on Memorial Day 2014.
Nikon D3x, 200mm Nikkor-Q.
High polish.

At the San Francisco National Cemetery on Memorial Day 2014.
Nikon D3x, 200mm Nikkor-Q.
Of comrades lost.

A soldier stifles emotions while the Marine Band plays at the San Francisco National Cemetery on Memorial Day, 2014.
Nikon D3x, 200mm Nikkor-Q MF.