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United We Stand

© Deb Koskovich

United We Stand

Uploaded: January 20, 2009

Description

In honor of this most historic Inauguration Day, I am presenting this photo taken at a recent Civil War reenactment. This gentleman is portraying Frederick Douglass, who in 1872 became the very first African American nominated by the Equal Rights Party as a Vice Presidential candidate along with with Victoria Woodhull, the first woman nominated to run for President of the United States. Douglass was a firm believer in the equality of all people. He said, "I would unite with anybody to do right and with nobody to do wrong."

Exif: F Number: 9, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 1/40 seconds, Flash: did not fire, compulsory flash mode, ISO: 100, White balance: Auto white balance, FocalLength: 60.00 mm, Model: Canon EOS 30D

Comments

Douglas Pignet January 20, 2009

Great photo Deb and thanks for the history...Well done,Doug #1070818

Deb Koskovich January 20, 2009

Thanks guys! Here's some lost comments:

Peter Appelbaum
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Excellent portrait Deb. Peter

1/20/2009 3:14:41 AM

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Great history lesson on this historic day!

1/20/2009 3:14:27 AM #7055082

Tammy M. Anderson level-deluxe January 20, 2009

Fabulous portrait and love the info too, Deb. #7055088

Bill Wyatt January 20, 2009

Fantastic face what wisdom what he must have seen and the knowledge he has to share a beautiful portrait!! They could have done no better with the choice to play Frederick Douglass!! #7055141

Aimee S. McMaster January 20, 2009

...excellent portraiture Deb...fine light and detail...very inspiring...Aimee #7055170

MELODIE C. ROBERTS January 20, 2009

On The Verge Of Tears?
From Pride or From Pain?

This Is Excellent Deb
#7055179

Laurie Daily level-deluxe January 20, 2009

What a powerful portrait, Deb...thanks for all the info...WoW...a great job you did capturing such emotion!! #7055197

Alan L. Borror January 20, 2009

Fantastic portrait and commentary, Deb! His eyes are so expressive. #7055206

Robert R. Goodman January 20, 2009

Hi Deb,Beautiful capture.A very powerful portrait indeed!!!!! #7055300

Max Aureli January 20, 2009

Excellent captured of this deep expression from this portrait, Deb!!! Beautiful caption!!! #7055312

Claudia Kuhn level-classic January 20, 2009

Wonderful tribute Deb, terrific portrait as well. #7055382

Agnes Fegan level-deluxe January 20, 2009

An emotional capture Deb! #7055384

Tiia Vissak January 20, 2009

a great capture! #7055447

Jeana Clark January 20, 2009


Excellent portrait Deb!!
Stunning and very emotional!!
Expertly Presented!!
Thanx for the history as well!!!
FABULOUS!!!!

~J~ #7055580

Ray Thoms January 20, 2009

Powerful image Deb....it is a historical day! #7055588

Jennifer L. Alder January 20, 2009

A fabulous contribution to this amazing historic day!! Those eyes are something else :) #7055589

Mary L. Graham January 20, 2009

Great presentation & Portrait Deb! Very emotive and powerful!! =) #7055618

Gina Cormier January 20, 2009

Very powerful statement with words and image today DJ!! I did not know this information. Good to hear! #7055673

Kathy L. Clark January 20, 2009

Oh my Deb what a perfect image for today. Absolutely wonderful. #7055778

Kimi A. Phillips January 20, 2009

Excellent portrait! Fantastic work!:) #7055828

Gail Vitikacs level-classic January 20, 2009

Heartfelt dedication Deb....thank you for sharing this beautiful portrait! #7055899

Jessica Jenney January 20, 2009

What a fantastic portrait, Deb! Terific detail and eye contact! #7055917

frank w. degenhardt January 20, 2009

Deb- A powerful and incredible portrait with an even more powerful message. A wonderful dedication to honor this day. Your work here brings out all the character of this gentleman. I love the grey of his hair and beard which is a sign of wisdom and the eyes that seem to peer deep into the hearts of man. I am a big fan of close up shots like this that always bring out the person behind the picture.
Beautifully done, amazing capture, heartfelt dedication.
Have yourself a marvelous day, enjoy this historic moment.
#7055970

Janet Daniel January 20, 2009

Extraordinary portrait, Deb! Beautifully presented! #7056177

Ellen Hodges January 20, 2009

Great portrait and information, Deb! Beautifully done. #7056267

Bojan Bencic level-classic January 20, 2009

Lovely portrait, Deb. Great character. #7056404

A P January 20, 2009

Awesome portrait and tribute for this historic day Deb. Wonderfully presented. #7056477

Melissa Olsen January 20, 2009

I am deeply touched Deb by your image. What a wonderful portrait for a very special day for all Americans. May we see good things in the next 4 years. #7056692

Kerry Hill January 20, 2009

Fantastic capture of this wonderful face, Deb!! Awesome job!! #7056812

Candice C. Calhoun level-deluxe January 20, 2009

Awesome portrait, perfect for this historic day!

ccc #7056821

Sam Britt January 20, 2009

Terrific portrait, Deb. Excellent details. #7056891

Renee Doyle January 20, 2009

Terrific portrait Deb!!! The focus on this lovely mans eyes is superb! #7057006

Mike Clime January 20, 2009

Excellent portrait and expression, Deb! #7057038

Margaret R. Barry January 20, 2009

Fantastic capture, Deb. Perfect for today! #7057117

Eugenio Diaz January 20, 2009

Fabulous portrait...so much soul and great expresion on that face!!! #7057270

Carol Sawyer January 20, 2009

Outstanding portrait, Deb!!! #7057311

Barbara Waldoch January 20, 2009

Beautiful shot, Deb! #7057352

Lynn M. Whitt January 20, 2009

Great portrait with a special feel to it... #7057420

Kay E. Mahoney level-classic January 20, 2009

Nice portrait. Love the full frame. I bet his eyes have seen many changes since his birth. I know this was a special day for him. #7057470

Rhonda Burger January 20, 2009

Beautiful full frame portrait Deb. Rhonda #7057658

Donna La Mattino Pagakis January 20, 2009

Awesome portrait Deb, thanks for sharing! #7057667

Ron McEwan January 20, 2009

The face the eyes tell all that is in a mans heart, you have captured it well here. Nice work Deb. #7057775

Teresa Burnett level-classic January 20, 2009

Oh Deb, this is stunning!! I love the expression you've captured, and the wonderful experience lines in his face!! AWESOME!! This is a winner in my book!! Thank you for the history too!! #7058282

Carrie M. Groseclose January 20, 2009

Such an amazing portrait, Deb! The emotion, his expression, the fine details, his eyes - amazing! #7058291

Stefania Barbier level-classic January 20, 2009

seems a portrait of someone who has been through a lot in life... gorgeous! #7059004

Judy A. Lawhon January 21, 2009

What a wonderful portrait and this gentleman does indeed resemble Mr. Douglas. This must have been an exciting thing to see....so well done, Deb!! #7061025

Lynne Morris January 21, 2009

Wow this is a fantastic portrait Deb, so much character and wonderful details, lovely work friend. #7061711

Michael Umbreit January 21, 2009

Deb - Wonderful capture, composition and treatment! Great work and very timely! - Mike #7062401

Bill Knaps January 24, 2009

Great portrait Deb. Bill #7079161

Joannie Bertucci level-classic January 29, 2009

Excellent portrait work Deb!
Congrats on a very fine EP! #7104318

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