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These wooden dolls were used to adorn the edges of biers for portaging the deceased to a burial or (more commonly) cremation site. Some have whimsical happy faces, while others have sad or grumpy demeanors. Some ingenious imitations often show up at stores in the trendier Insa-dong area.
Buffalo Naval Park. Buffalo, New York.
"In 1974, Frank Bissett works his land for the last time. His farm is now the site of the Sobey's Shopping Mall in Forest Hills."
Buffalo Naval Park. Buffalo, New York.
Buffalo Naval Park. Buffalo, New York.
This Ford Tri-Motor represents an important part of the history of the Lake Erie Islands and Port Clinton, Ohio. The U.S. Lake Erie Islands are less than 10 miles (16 km) from the mainland. While the islands can be reached by boat, traveling by boat does not always work out well, for instance when the lake is ice-covered or a boat ride is too slow for the situation. From 1946 until well into the 1970s, Ford Tri-Motors provided an alternative by providing regular air service connecting several of the Lake Erie Islands with Port Clinton, eventually becoming the main mode of transportation to/from the islands they served. The Tri-Motors served as commuter carriers, ambulances, school buses, mail planes, hearses, and freight haulers. The 17-mile round trip lasted 45 minutes and included 12 takeoffs and landings. Due to the short distances, with flight segments typically lasting less than 10 minutes, Island Airlines was nicknamed The World’s Shortest Airline.
This is Ford Tri-Motor 5-AT-B serial number 40, which is owned by the Tri-Motor Heritage Foundation. Built in 1929, this aircraft flew for Island Airlines from 1946 through 1952. Before 1946 the aircraft was operated by commercial airlines in Mexico and Cuba. During 1952 and 1953 this aircraft carried forest fire smokejumpers who parachuted from the aircraft to quickly reach remote areas. The aircraft crashed in 1953. Fortunately, no one was killed in the crash. Around 2002 restoration was begun.
Seen at the Liberty Aviation Museum, Port Clinton, Ohio.
If you’d like to learn more about this aircraft and/or Island Air Lines here is an excellent article.
In addition to the interior of the wing, this photo shows the Island Airlines livery. The registration number N9684 honors the first American registration used for this aircraft, NC9684, when Pan American used the aircraft for service between Key West, Florida and Havana, Cuba around 1937.
This Ford Tri-Motor represents an important part of the history of the Lake Erie Islands and Port Clinton, Ohio. The U.S. Lake Erie Islands are less than 10 miles (16 km) from the mainland. While the islands can be reached by boat, traveling by boat does not always work out well, for instance when the lake is ice-covered or a boat ride is too slow for the situation. From 1946 until well into the 1970s, Ford Tri-Motors provided an alternative by providing regular air service connecting several of the Lake Erie Islands with Port Clinton, eventually becoming the main mode of transportation to/from the islands they served. The Tri-Motors served as commuter carriers, ambulances, school buses, mail planes, hearses, and freight haulers. The 17-mile round trip lasted 45 minutes and included 12 takeoffs and landings. Due to the short distances, with flight segments typically lasting less than 10 minutes, Island Airlines was nicknamed The World’s Shortest Airline.
This is Ford Tri-Motor 5-AT-B serial number 40, which is owned by the Tri-Motor Heritage Foundation. Built in 1929, this aircraft flew for Island Airlines from 1946 through 1952. Before 1946 the aircraft was operated by commercial airlines in Mexico and Cuba. During 1952 and 1953 this aircraft carried forest fire smokejumpers who parachuted from the aircraft to quickly reach remote areas. The aircraft crashed in 1953. Fortunately, no one was killed in the crash. Around 2002 restoration was begun.
Seen at the Liberty Aviation Museum, Port Clinton, Ohio.
If you’d like to learn more about this aircraft and/or Island Air Lines here is an excellent article.
Reykjavík is the capital and largest city of Iceland, located on the southwestern coast of the country along Faxaflói Bay. According to the Book of Settlements (Landnámabók), the area was first permanently settled around 874 AD by Ingólfur Arnarson, who named it Reykjavík, meaning "Smoky Bay," after the steam rising from nearby geothermal hot springs.
For centuries Reykjavík remained a small farming settlement. In 1786, it received its municipal charter from the Danish Crown, becoming one of Iceland's first official trading towns. During the 19th century it developed into the country's administrative, commercial, and cultural center, and when Iceland became a sovereign state in 1918, Reykjavík became its capital. Following the establishment of the Republic of Iceland in 1944, the city continued to expand and today serves as the country's political, economic, educational, and cultural center.
Reykjavík is the capital and largest city of Iceland, located on the southwestern coast of the country along Faxaflói Bay. According to the Book of Settlements (Landnámabók), the area was first permanently settled around 874 AD by Ingólfur Arnarson, who named it Reykjavík, meaning "Smoky Bay," after the steam rising from nearby geothermal hot springs.
For centuries Reykjavík remained a small farming settlement. In 1786, it received its municipal charter from the Danish Crown, becoming one of Iceland's first official trading towns. During the 19th century it developed into the country's administrative, commercial, and cultural center, and when Iceland became a sovereign state in 1918, Reykjavík became its capital. Following the establishment of the Republic of Iceland in 1944, the city continued to expand and today serves as the country's political, economic, educational, and cultural center.
Reykjavík is the capital and largest city of Iceland, located on the southwestern coast of the country along Faxaflói Bay. According to the Book of Settlements (Landnámabók), the area was first permanently settled around 874 AD by Ingólfur Arnarson, who named it Reykjavík, meaning "Smoky Bay," after the steam rising from nearby geothermal hot springs.
For centuries Reykjavík remained a small farming settlement. In 1786, it received its municipal charter from the Danish Crown, becoming one of Iceland's first official trading towns. During the 19th century it developed into the country's administrative, commercial, and cultural center, and when Iceland became a sovereign state in 1918, Reykjavík became its capital. Following the establishment of the Republic of Iceland in 1944, the city continued to expand and today serves as the country's political, economic, educational, and cultural center.
Reykjavík is the capital and largest city of Iceland, located on the southwestern coast of the country along Faxaflói Bay. According to the Book of Settlements (Landnámabók), the area was first permanently settled around 874 AD by Ingólfur Arnarson, who named it Reykjavík, meaning "Smoky Bay," after the steam rising from nearby geothermal hot springs.
For centuries Reykjavík remained a small farming settlement. In 1786, it received its municipal charter from the Danish Crown, becoming one of Iceland's first official trading towns. During the 19th century it developed into the country's administrative, commercial, and cultural center, and when Iceland became a sovereign state in 1918, Reykjavík became its capital. Following the establishment of the Republic of Iceland in 1944, the city continued to expand and today serves as the country's political, economic, educational, and cultural center.
Reykjavík is the capital and largest city of Iceland, located on the southwestern coast of the country along Faxaflói Bay. According to the Book of Settlements (Landnámabók), the area was first permanently settled around 874 AD by Ingólfur Arnarson, who named it Reykjavík, meaning "Smoky Bay," after the steam rising from nearby geothermal hot springs.
For centuries Reykjavík remained a small farming settlement. In 1786, it received its municipal charter from the Danish Crown, becoming one of Iceland's first official trading towns. During the 19th century it developed into the country's administrative, commercial, and cultural center, and when Iceland became a sovereign state in 1918, Reykjavík became its capital. Following the establishment of the Republic of Iceland in 1944, the city continued to expand and today serves as the country's political, economic, educational, and cultural center.
Sanchi is one of the most important Buddhist heritage sites in the world and is located on a hilltop about 46 kilometres from Bhopal in the central Indian state of Madhya Pradesh. The site is best known for the Great Stupa, one of the oldest surviving stone structures in India. Sanchi flourished as a major centre of Buddhism for more than a thousand years, attracting monks, scholars, and pilgrims from across Asia. Although the Buddha never visited Sanchi, the site became a symbol of his teachings and remains a place of great historical and spiritual importance. Today, it is recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is one of India's finest examples of ancient Buddhist art and architecture.
The Great Stupa was originally commissioned by Emperor Ashoka in the 3rd century BCE to preserve sacred relics of the Buddha. Over the following centuries, it was enlarged and beautifully decorated during the Shunga and Satavahana periods. The massive hemispherical dome represents the universe, while the central pillar and triple umbrella symbolise spiritual enlightenment. Visitors walk clockwise around the stupa along a raised pathway, following the traditional Buddhist practice of circumambulation. The four richly carved stone gateways, known as toranas, are masterpieces of Indian sculpture and depict scenes from the life of the Buddha, Jataka tales, and symbols of peace, compassion, and wisdom.
Beyond the Great Stupa, the Sanchi complex includes several smaller stupas, monasteries, temples, pillars, and ancient inscriptions that together tell the story of Buddhism's growth in India. The Ashokan Pillar, although partly damaged, still reflects the remarkable craftsmanship of the Mauryan period. The nearby Archaeological Museum houses many original sculptures and artefacts recovered from the site. Surrounded by peaceful landscapes and offering panoramic views of the countryside, Sanchi provides visitors with a unique opportunity to experience over two thousand years of history, art, religion, and architectural excellence in a single location.
Sanchi is one of the most important Buddhist heritage sites in the world and is located on a hilltop about 46 kilometres from Bhopal in the central Indian state of Madhya Pradesh. The site is best known for the Great Stupa, one of the oldest surviving stone structures in India. Sanchi flourished as a major centre of Buddhism for more than a thousand years, attracting monks, scholars, and pilgrims from across Asia. Although the Buddha never visited Sanchi, the site became a symbol of his teachings and remains a place of great historical and spiritual importance. Today, it is recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is one of India's finest examples of ancient Buddhist art and architecture.
The Great Stupa was originally commissioned by Emperor Ashoka in the 3rd century BCE to preserve sacred relics of the Buddha. Over the following centuries, it was enlarged and beautifully decorated during the Shunga and Satavahana periods. The massive hemispherical dome represents the universe, while the central pillar and triple umbrella symbolise spiritual enlightenment. Visitors walk clockwise around the stupa along a raised pathway, following the traditional Buddhist practice of circumambulation. The four richly carved stone gateways, known as toranas, are masterpieces of Indian sculpture and depict scenes from the life of the Buddha, Jataka tales, and symbols of peace, compassion, and wisdom.
Beyond the Great Stupa, the Sanchi complex includes several smaller stupas, monasteries, temples, pillars, and ancient inscriptions that together tell the story of Buddhism's growth in India. The Ashokan Pillar, although partly damaged, still reflects the remarkable craftsmanship of the Mauryan period. The nearby Archaeological Museum houses many original sculptures and artefacts recovered from the site. Surrounded by peaceful landscapes and offering panoramic views of the countryside, Sanchi provides visitors with a unique opportunity to experience over two thousand years of history, art, religion, and architectural excellence in a single location.
Sanchi is one of the most important Buddhist heritage sites in the world and is located on a hilltop about 46 kilometres from Bhopal in the central Indian state of Madhya Pradesh. The site is best known for the Great Stupa, one of the oldest surviving stone structures in India. Sanchi flourished as a major centre of Buddhism for more than a thousand years, attracting monks, scholars, and pilgrims from across Asia. Although the Buddha never visited Sanchi, the site became a symbol of his teachings and remains a place of great historical and spiritual importance. Today, it is recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is one of India's finest examples of ancient Buddhist art and architecture.
The Great Stupa was originally commissioned by Emperor Ashoka in the 3rd century BCE to preserve sacred relics of the Buddha. Over the following centuries, it was enlarged and beautifully decorated during the Shunga and Satavahana periods. The massive hemispherical dome represents the universe, while the central pillar and triple umbrella symbolise spiritual enlightenment. Visitors walk clockwise around the stupa along a raised pathway, following the traditional Buddhist practice of circumambulation. The four richly carved stone gateways, known as toranas, are masterpieces of Indian sculpture and depict scenes from the life of the Buddha, Jataka tales, and symbols of peace, compassion, and wisdom.
Beyond the Great Stupa, the Sanchi complex includes several smaller stupas, monasteries, temples, pillars, and ancient inscriptions that together tell the story of Buddhism's growth in India. The Ashokan Pillar, although partly damaged, still reflects the remarkable craftsmanship of the Mauryan period. The nearby Archaeological Museum houses many original sculptures and artefacts recovered from the site. Surrounded by peaceful landscapes and offering panoramic views of the countryside, Sanchi provides visitors with a unique opportunity to experience over two thousand years of history, art, religion, and architectural excellence in a single location.
