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MONDAY, MAY 31, 2004
HENRI CHAPELLE, BELGIUM - HENRI CHAPELLE AMERICAN CEMETERY


Henri Chapelle Entrance
flanked by columns adorned with stars and a gilded eagle atop a golden globe
(Photo courtesy of Mrs.. Laura Stelmach)

Eagle Eye View
scans the serene Belgian countryside
(Photo courtesy of Mrs.. Laura Stelmach)

Beautiful Surroundings
of Henri Chapelle are pleasing to the human eye as well.

(Photo courtesy of Mrs.. Laura Stelmach)

Grand Vista
as sen from the parking area

(Photo courtesy of Mrs.. Laura Stelmach)

Main Pavilion
as seen by approaching from the car park

(Photo courtesy of Mrs.. Laura Stelmach)

Welcoming
As soon as the bus pulled in these children began chanting "Welcome, Welcome ... "

Columns of Two
They formed a corridor for the veterans and families to pass between

A Legacy
It is touching to know that the Belgians are teaching their children what they have inherited.

(Photo Courtesy Ellen Peters)