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Monday, January 24, 2011

Air Force Academy Saber

The United States Air Force Academy is in my city, so it's a big part of our town's culture. For this week's My World post, here are some photos of the saber that graduates are entitled to get. It might be technically defined as a sword, but by tradition it's called a saber.
Before anyone asks, I did not have the privilege of attending the Air Force Academy. For lots more photos from around the world, visit the My World Tuesday meme.

19 comments:

Carol said...

Nice shots of the saber. The intricate designs on the handle are beautiful and I love the bright blue background. I have been to the Air Force Academy in CO and posted photos last year. It is an impressive place to visit.

Sylvia K said...

Love your saber shots, Al, and I, too, love the blue, blue background. Great post for the day! Hope your week is off to a good start! Enjoy!

Sylvia

Randi said...

These saber shots are amazing. Love all the small details. I guess this is hanging on a very special place.


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Brit Gal Sarah said...

Wonderful and I plan on seeing them in person in June. Just now been looking at B&B's around your town.

EG Wow said...

Seems like an old-fashioned idea...but a wonderful tradition nonetheless.

eileeninmd said...

Nice shots of the cool looking sabers.

Rajesh said...

Love those imaes.

Lara @ Uproad said...

great shots! I like the perspective and the details!

Photo Cache said...

that's a pretty shiny thing. never seen one in person.

Gaelyn said...

Nice looking sabers. I really like the fancy grip.

Marja said...

Interesting swords. My brother collects them. He would love these

ρομπερτ said...

May they always have two hands full of air beneath their wings, while flying towards peaceful missions !

Great details indeed. Please have a good Tuesday.

daily athens

Barb said...

For their scholarship and service - a fitting remembrance. Al - you will have a great time skiing - the snow is fabulous! (Dress warmly!)

Ann said...

How long is the saber? I was watching "Everyone loves Raymond," they went for an reenactment. I suppose that was a saber they had.

ladyfi said...

Superb shots of the sabre!

Naquillity said...

love that saber. i'm sure the cadets are proud to own one upon their graduating. hope all is well your way. have a great day.

Linda said...

Lovey close-ups. A very proud tradition.

Mama Zen said...

Nice shots!

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