Korean War Memorial Washington D.C. #1 is a painting by Bob and Nadine Johnston which was uploaded on January 9th, 2013.
Korean War Memorial Washington D.C. #1
For many years did not visit the Korean War Veterans Memorial. Could not watch movies about war or detective stories and doctors programs where they... more
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Korean War Memorial Washington D.C. #1
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Bob and Nadine Johnston
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Painting - Digital - Nikon Photography Gift Or Greeting And Note Cards Are Cheaper By The Dozen :o)
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For many years did not visit the Korean War Veterans Memorial. Could not watch movies about war or detective stories and doctors programs where they showed bloody operations, etc. Any sight of blood in any type of program with gunshots or explosions triggered memories of what was still to real in my mind.
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It was not until 1996, when on the anniversary of the end of the Korean War, that even considered it. For the Honor Guard for the Tomb of the Unknowns, Hosted a reunion for the 5th Regimental Combat Team at Fort Meade. When the Memorial for the 5th RCT was dedicated in Arlington Cemetery.
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My Brother found out about the dedication and offered to meet me there and stay for the week. We went to the Korean War Veterans Memorial, Vietnam Memorial, Iwo Jima Memorial and many others.
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Had read stories about how the Vietnam and Korean Memorials had helped other Veterans who found it to be a healing experience. But had not been ready to go there since the Memorial had been dedicates. But felt that my brothers who had served and died in Korea deserved the recognition, regardless of my feelings, and went.
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It did turn out to be a healing experience, as my brother just sat quietly with me, on a bench at the Meditation Pool for hours and we spent a lot of the time in prayer... For the first time in that atmosphere, was able to sit and think of many experiences in Korea, and those that I served with, who remain in Military Cemeteries in Korea.... It was only after this visit, was able to do a painting to memorialize a man who died saving my life. It is the most viewed image of all those in our galleries. Included in the Korean War Gallery, it has about two times as many views as the next piece of work.
The Families and friends of those who served, and we who served with them,will Never Forget them, and this country never should either...... though the media constantly seems to forget them as they mention other wars before and after, they skip over Korea, as if it never happened.
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Comments (14)
Emmy Vickers
Nadine and Bob – wow. This brought tears to my eyes. I thank you so much for sharing this part of your story with us. I know it had to be difficult. But know this, I can't begin to tell you, how when someone shares their story that it helps thousands of others who see it and have been through what you have been through. Know that you are indeed helping others. This is an AMAZING painting! I have not been to this memorial in a few years. It is a very emotional one, even for those of us who have not served! What a great tribute! The colors, the detail, and overall composition are superb! Thank you for your service. Freedom is certainly not free. You and thousands served on our behalf. For that, I am ever-so grateful!!
Randy Rosenberger
Bob and Nadine, thanks for sharing this awesome memory with us all, as it is so well presented and very honorary! It is a pleasure to see so much variety and beauty in the works that are submitted for FEATURING on our WFS site. It is an honor to FEATURE this piece of work on our Homepage of our site. Thanks for sharing and being active in our group membership. Fave and Vote Forever, Elvis