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Fortified View

© Monnie Ryan

Fortified View

Uploaded: August 03, 2012

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The history of Fort Boreman, Parkersburg, West Virginia, isn't clear; but it seems to have originated during the Civil War (West Virginia didn't become a state until 1863). The fort was named for Arthur I. Boreman, a Parkersburg resident who became the first governor of the new state. The views from the top of the hill were wonderful, though! We'll be gone for most of today gathering material for a couple of articles on which deadlines are looming. TGIF, everyone!

Exif: F Number: 4, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 1/500 seconds, Flash: did not fire, auto mode, ISO: 80, FocalLength: 6.79 mm, Model: Canon PowerShot G10

Comments

Robert R. Goodman August 03, 2012

Hi Monnie,Beautiful river view my friend.Stunning capture!!!! #1478511

Tammy M. Anderson level-deluxe August 03, 2012

Lovely river view. #10261067

Mary Beth Aiello level-classic August 03, 2012

Just gorgeous, Monnie, and I love the composition. Ahhh, the adrenalin rush of a deadline. #10261173

Jeff Robinson level-deluxe August 03, 2012

Excellent pov and capture Monnie! #10261268

Mike Clime August 03, 2012

Pretty view and comp, Monnie! Nice slice of history too! #10261282

Millie A. Talarico level-classic August 03, 2012

Wonderful point of view & history, enjoy the day, Monnie!!! #10261302

John Connolly August 03, 2012

A premium view of this magnificent countryside Monnie! Thanks for the history too! #10261417

Carol L. Fowler August 03, 2012

Forts always have the views! I guess they had to for defense purposes #10261479

frank w. degenhardt August 03, 2012

The history behind the sight is a joy to read and adds to the beauty of the picture. I love your composition behind the fence, looking down on the river, and then that dramatic beautiful sky. Gorgeous colors and clarity my friend. #10261510

Nancy L. Green level-classic August 03, 2012

I love the way you have composed this with the POV and that wonderful fence, VERY well done!! <>< #10261721

David Phalen August 03, 2012

Fabulous POV and capture!! Love the fence line!! #10261727

Michelle Alton August 03, 2012

Magnificent landscape capture, Monnie. #10261824

Rona L. Schwarz August 05, 2012

Superb landscape composition, Monnie! Love how the river bends, the weathered wood fence and soft colors. Beautifully composed and thanks for the history lesson! #10264223

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