Flag's Of Similarity Joan Of D Arc
by Michael Hoard
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Flag's Of Similarity Joan Of D Arc
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Michael Hoard
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Photograph - Photography
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An American Flag torn from a storm mimics the flag being carried by the Joan D'Arc statue on Decatur St. in the French Quarter of New Orleans, Louisiana USA Louisiana was claimed by Sieur de la Salle in 1682 in the name of Louis XIV. And New Orleans was founded by Jean Baptiste Le Moyne, Sieur de Bienville, who founded La Nouvelle Orleans in 1718 and named it in honor of the Regent of France, Philippe, Duc d'Orleans.
When Charles de Gaulle came here on a state visit in 1959, he presented the statue of Joan of Arc to the City of New Orleans as a gift from the people of France. It is an exact replica of an original that stands in Orleans, France.
On Nov. 14, 1999, French Ambassador to the United States Francois Bujon de l'Estang was present for the dedication of New Orleans' new Place de France. He gave a stirring speech about the role Joan of Arc played in France and her importance as a symbol for the French people. He also, mentioned of the common heritage that we share and the long and deep relationship between America and France.
In a speech he exclaimed Mr. Mayor, in the name of the French authorities, allow me to express to you and to the people of New Orleans our most profound gratitude for returning France and France's greatest national heroine to the heart of the city, and for giving us this wonderful occasion to celebrate once again the importance of the historical links, as well as the long-standing links of affection, that unite France and the City of New Orleans and that unite our two nations.
Vive la France! Vive les Etats-Unis d'Amerique! Vive l'Amitie Franco-Americaine!
The beautiful statue of Joan D'Arc was original position at the plaza in from of the World Trade Center here in New Orleans, Louisiana. A new location was chosen by the city and carefully moved to its new location in the heart of the French Quarter by world famous French Market.
During the height of a storm the golden flag which is carried by Joan D'Arc was blown away from the main statue and found by a business owner who returned it to the French Quarter Vieux Commission to be re-attached to the main statue. The statue sits atop an original granite base which was designed by a local designer.
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December 29th, 2012
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Michael Hoard
Hello Chrisann, thank you so much for the feature of Flag's Of Similarity Joan Of D'Arc, in the group Weekly Fun For All, I sure appreciate that, Cheers, Michael Hoard
Michael Hoard
Hello Shawn, thank you so much for the feature offlag's Of Similarity Joan Of D'Arc, in the group Seasons of Beauty I sure appreciate that, Michael
Michael Hoard
Hello Thomas, wow how exciting is that, thank you so much for the feature of Flag's Of imilarity Joan Of D'Arc, in the group The American Flag, I sure appreciate that, Michael
Michael Hoard
No respect to anyone, my photo has seemed to have stirred up a little confusion, The flag was destroyed by an act of God,l I happened to walk upon it prior of it being lowered and replaced. Furthermore its my sole discretion to name a piece of my art as I seem worthy. Thank you all for the comments! Michael Hoard
Michael Hoard
Hello Nadine, I just happen to walk upon this photo opp a storm had cause the damage. Of course the flag was replaced and correct why did they let it remain the site chosen for the statue may be controlled by the State Park Rangers no certain. I have no clue.....
Nadine and Bob Johnston
Allowing an American Flag to fly in such condition, dishonors the flag and violated the code. They should be taken down or replaced immediately, and destroyed in the manner proscribed for flags. Usually the Boy Scouts or any Veterans Organization will do it with the respect the flag deserves....
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