To Earth Thou Shalt Return by Johnah C. Galicia

Saturday, 11th November 2006

Remembrance Day

To Earth Thou Shalt Return

by Johnah C. Galicia

Here lies the remains of soldiers who valiantly fought for their own countries during the Second World War in the Pacific region. This cemetery is in Manila. As I walked around and read each epitaph, I realized how much these soldiers have also suffered in the name of war. Some died at the age of 18 and came from various places like Vermont, USA. Some were just part of the mess staff or the medical staff.
Manila was second to Warsaw, Poland as the most devastated city in the world after WW2.

Equipment: Nikon D50

Johnah C. Galicia

Born and raised in the Philippines. Spent years studying or traveling abroad.

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12 Comments

kml Says:
June 30th, 2007 at 3:42 pm
Very inspiring and though provoking. Well Done!
Anurag Says:
September 26th, 2007 at 8:59 am
A very somber moment.
Ann Says:
November 11th, 2007 at 11:35 am
Poignant reminder.We should never forget.
Su Says:
November 10th, 2008 at 8:37 am
Simple, yet very emotional hot. We will remember them.
Lee Says:
December 19th, 2008 at 1:37 am
rest in peace
Hanna Says:
July 4th, 2009 at 11:21 am
Amazing shot, nevertheless also very sad. Good title for it, though!
Su Says:
August 22nd, 2009 at 8:32 am
Good shot for remembrance day.
Renee Says:
September 1st, 2009 at 10:26 pm
Thanks for sharing this great shot!
Su Says:
November 11th, 2009 at 8:40 am
And still we have young people dying….. this serves as a reminder.
Rajib Singha Says:
November 11th, 2009 at 2:04 pm
May their souls rest in peace. Good job Jonah.
Renee Says:
November 11th, 2009 at 3:37 pm
I agree with the other comments, lets not forget who died for us!
mike Says:
December 8th, 2009 at 2:54 am
The picture says it all.