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Fort Niagara, New York State

Posted on August 20, 2011 by Ron

August 20, 2011 – After stopping in Youngstown, NY for a few minutes so that I could photograph some of Youngstown’s painted fire hydrants, we headed on to the point of land where Fort Niagara was located. It is a … Continue reading →

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New Orleans, Louisiana – Jackson Square on Decatur Street

Posted on March 17, 2009 by Ron

Having landed in New Orleans, wandered the streets a bit at night and then greeted the sunrise, acting like a tourist and going from statue to statue was a necessary step in getting acquainted with the history of New Orleans … Continue reading →

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Fort York – “Doors Open”, Toronto

Posted on May 28, 2006 by Ron

Fort York – “Doors Open”, Toronto (2006) The original garrison of Fort York was built by Lieutenant Governor John Graves Simcoe in 1793. During the War of 1812, the fort was abandoned in the face of American advances but re-established … Continue reading →

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