This is a photograph of an old stone memorial marking a mass grave on the grounds of Old Fort Erie. This monument was erected in 1904. Carved in Latin words around the tower mentions - Dulce et decorum est pro patria mori (It is sweet and glorious to die for one's country). On August 26, 1814, during the siege of Fort Erie, one-hundred and fifty officers lost their lives and were buried on site. This shrine serves as a reminder of those soldiers who fought here almost two centuries ago.
Camera: Nikon D50
Lens: Nikkor 50mm F16/1.4
Exposure: 1/125sec at F16
ISO: 200
Related: Photo 92
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