Archive for April, 2008

USS Texas Battleship

Filed under: Ships and Vessels, Texas

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The USS Texas is a veteran of Vera Cruz and both World Wars. The ship was completed in 1914 and saw action in some of the most important battles of World War II. It is now located at the San Jacinto State Historic Site in La Porte, Texas near Houston.



Related Photos from Flickr:

Battleship U.S.S. Texas, La Porte, Texas 2006.11.25Battleship U.S.S. Texas, La Porte, Texas 2006.11.25Battleship U.S.S. Texas, La Porte, Texas 2006.11.25Battleship U.S.S. Texas, La Porte, Texas 2006.11.25Battleship U.S.S. Texas, La Porte, Texas 2006.11.25Battleship U.S.S. Texas, La Porte, Texas 2006.11.25Battleship U.S.S. Texas, La Porte, Texas 2006.11.25

No Comments » Tuesday, April 15th, 2008   


Florence Cathedral

Filed under: Italy, Religious

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The Florence Cathedral, which is also known as The Basilica di Santa Maria del Fiore is known for its dome that was designed by Filippo Brunelleschi.



Related Photos from Flickr:

CATTEDRALE DI FIRENZESpiny NormanGiotto's bell tower from the top of the Florence CathedralSouth facade of the Florence Cathedral Giotto's CampanileFlorence from Piazzale MichelangeloBasilica di Santa Maria del Fiore, Florence

No Comments » Wednesday, April 2nd, 2008   


Westminster Abbey

Filed under: Religious, United Kingdom

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Westminster Abbey is a large Gothic church located in Westminster, London. It is now known as The Church of St Peter, Westminster and is the place of coronation and burial for English monarchs.

The Westminster Palace, Westminster Abbey along with Saint Margaret’s Church are a UNESCO World Heritage Site.



Related Photos from Flickr:

Chambers' tombstone, Westminster AbbeyAt least he's had a fairly decent view for the past 270 years.Chambers' tombstone, Westminster AbbeySnack bar, Westminster AbbeyBig BangSt James Park - LondonBuckingan Palace - London

No Comments » Tuesday, April 1st, 2008