Civil War anyone?

[Shipman]

The day spent at a union base/prison during the civil war, fort delware



DSC_0157 by mshipman89, on Flickr

DSC_0062 by mshipman89, on Flickr

DSC_0079 by mshipman89, on Flickr

DSC_0080 by mshipman89, on Flickr

 

[35mm4me]

I LIke #3 , it tells a story

 

[Woodsman]

I like the brickwork in #2

 

[SpreadIt]

I like number 1, looks like a cannon ball was shot through the wall. Gives me a sense of the passing time. Really cool!

 

[wyogirl]

I like #2 but I think you could have done an hdr there to get better exposure of the yard... maybe burn that a little. I also like the last one, but I want it to be straight. I love visiting forts and battle grounds... kinda jealous right now.

 

[Shipman]

Thanks everyone Im glad you guys enjoyed. I love history and this was the perfect opportunity. Im going to DC this week so hopefully I'll have some more shots to share when I come back.

 

[bobandcar]

I love fort delaware. Been there many times.

It used to be much better(you could explore ALOT) but I guess time and wear and tear got the best of it.

Something about being on the island is peaceful.

Love the photos!!

 

[Shipman]

Thanks man, I loved it too but the exploring was slightly limited, it is starting to wear down and thing are definitely falling apart. One thing that made me a little mad was the side that the actual prison and cells were used was blocked off. I could only really explore the rooms where officers and their families stayed. I wish I couldve seen some of the more aggressive areas of the prison.

 

[bobandcar]

That side has been limited for about 15 years or so. Used to be as long as you had a flashlight you could go through most of the place.

I plan on getting back there before the end of this season