Living History.

(Original Caption) Binghamton, NY: Ku Klux Klan stages an ‘America First’ parade in Binghamton, NY. Photograph. 1920’s. I would never use someone else’s image w/o permission. Especially when I know that it is from the Bettmann archive and is now owned by Getty. But, I don’t think Dr. Bettmann would mind. As for Getty – well that’s iffy.

But Living History. I like Living History. It is like CosPlay for history weenies. Carlton did living history for the Park Service. I took some great living history photographs. Heck, I even did photographic living history – using glass plates. 

Harpers Ferry NHP – ca 1994 or was it 1864?

But, today we seem to BE living history. Or rather reliving history. The very worse parts of our history. 

Yes, Carlton as you ended so many Ranger Talks at Harpers Ferry: “I, John Brown am now quite certain that the crimes of this guilty land will never be purged away but with blood.” 

And, on this happy note, I am heading off to Hawai’i. Tomorrow morning at O-Dark Hundred hours. 

But wait: This is really happy news – the oldest grand got a job at the Honolulu Zoo and she will be moving to Hawai’i before Christmas. Brave strong young woman. Grandma is happy and proud beyond reason.

2 Replies to “Living History.”

  1. Peg
    Safe travels !!!! How wonderful for you and your granddaughter!!! I might be in your neighborhood in Jan ! Stay tuned !

    Best
    Bob

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