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A crumbling bunker serves as a testament to the Japaneseas hold on Wake Island
A crumbling bunker serves as a testament to the Japaneseas hold on Wake Island from 1942-1945. Approximately 100 U.S. and Japanese historical structures from bunkers to gun placements remain on the island. On Jan. 8, 2009, approximately 60 Marines returned to Wake Island en route to a deployment to Iwakuni, Japan. The visit marked the first time since 1993 the bulk of the squadron has returned to the remote Pacific atoll
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Abandoned Beach Bunker Deterioration Island Misfortune Pacific Rubble Ruins Shelter Shore Shoreline Structure Waterfront Wreckage Bomb Shelter Lakeshore
7"x5" Glass Mount
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 17.7cm x 12.7cm (7" x 5")
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 16.2cm (8" x 6.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the haunting remnants of a crumbling bunker on Wake Island, serving as a powerful testament to the Japanese hold on this remote Pacific atoll from 1942-1945. The island is adorned with approximately 100 historical structures, ranging from bunkers to gun placements, each bearing witness to the turbulent past that unfolded here. On January 8,2009, a significant moment occurred as around 60 Marines returned to Wake Island during their deployment journey to Iwakuni, Japan. This marked a remarkable event since it had been nearly two decades since such a large squadron had set foot on this isolated shoreline. As they stood before this abandoned structure amidst the picturesque beach and serene waters, one could only imagine the stories these walls held within them. The photograph beautifully captures the desolation and deterioration of this once formidable military shelter. The wreckage and ruins scattered across the landscape serve as poignant reminders of misfortune endured in times gone by. Against the backdrop of an azure sky and surrounded by nature's untouched beauty, this image evokes both awe and reflection. Stocktrek Images has skillfully captured not just an abandoned structure but also an emblematic representation of history frozen in time. Through their lens, we are transported back to an era when conflict shaped nations and lives were forever altered. This print serves as a visual reminder that even amidst decay and destruction, resilience can be found in every corner of our world's landscapes
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