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Old Soldiers Never Die


Old Soldiers Never Die
Photo Information
Copyright: Joe Goff (papajoehermit) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 205 W: 76 N: 276] (1543)
Genre: People
Medium: Black & White
Date Taken: 1974-06
Categories: Mood
Exposure: f/5.6, 1/60 seconds
Photo Version: Original Version
Theme(s): TEXAS EXCELLENCE AWARD V [view contributor(s)]
Date Submitted: 2009-10-07 20:16
Viewed: 187
Favorites: 2 [view]
Points: 22
[Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note
Another photo from my stay in the Chicago VA Hospital. Another room mate during my eight week stay. This old soldier, a vet from World War II, was very quiet, knowing he had only a few weeks to live. For some reason he was transferred to another ward where he died while I was still an in patient. One can only guess what was going through his mind, knowing his soon to be fate.

Camera: Nikon F2. Film: Kodak B&W 400 ASA. Lens: Nikkor 50mm.

Thanks for viewing.
JoeGoff, Louisville, Ky
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A classic, very pensive portrait, the B&W catches and enhances the mood, very well done.
Regards,
Lois

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  • Leica Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 81 W: 41 N: 60] (2147)
  • [2009-10-07 21:42]

Great photo. Wellcomposed and good light. The frame has to go. Simpler is better.

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  • Friso Silver Star Critiquer/Silver Note Writer [C: 30 W: 4 N: 12] (147)
  • [2009-10-07 21:52]

Yes, classic documentary.
The frame works very well imho.

Rgds, Paul

Hello (again) Joe,
Another poignant documentary photo...
I like how this old soldier is looking at the border of the image, at something that is "out there". It somehow symbolizes the fact that he did not have much to expect anymore from the earthly world. Physically, he still is with us, but mentally, he already is elsewhere. Good composition to underline that...
Your PP-work (frame) is more discreet and appropriate than in your previous post, but like Leica, I think it still is too much. Either no frame or an exterior frame.
TFS & kind regards,
Erik

Hey Papajoe

Maybe just looking at the world that he was apart of for so many years. To have time to make peace and reconcile your life before you go could be priceless. He is part of the greatest generation. I work at the airport here in Nashville. I thank them for serving when I see them. Not to many left my friend. I always try to remember that behind there old military hats and medals, they are all Fathers, Sons, Uncles, and Brothers. I too served in the Military and know the brotherhood that is unexplainable. So when I look out my window in my final days if given the chance. I too will reconcile and hope that my life will be a job well done. Wonderful capture of his final days Papajoe

God Bless
Jimmy

Hi Joe
perfect photography
i like the mood on the photo.
take care
Riste.

WOW! I love this! This is a prime example of emotion being the MAIN thing in a photo. Technically it's not perfect, who cares? It's film, I absolutely LOVE it. You get an award for this. This is what photography is about IMO. Love the grain, love the expression on his face, looking out the window, stretched across the bed. Killer shot, this photo should have WAY more attention.
B-)
Linda

Hi Joe!

Absolutely amazing! What a great capture of this pondering solder. He may have been quiet, but this photo speaks volumes. I'm amazed with your frame. I can learn a lot from you!

Dennis

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  • korbee Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 1401 W: 0 N: 1708] (13735)
  • [2009-10-11 11:28]
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Journalistic work Joe,nobody hopes to endup like this ,thanks for the impression.

jan

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  • moli Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1460 W: 275 N: 2066] (12616)
  • [2009-10-13 12:49]
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Hello Joe.
A lot of memories in your gallery.
1974. Long time ago.
Thanks for bring us some of them here,
Regards.
Janek Kloss

hello Joe,
fabulous shot. the numb expression on his face, moving, as if he grew resistant with ages, with all that he experienced in life. amazing! would hope to see a many more from you. take care

regards,
Mayur

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