Pic by Gemma Wiseman ~ Sign at Queenscliff, Bellarine Peninsula.
It reads: Swivel link from H.M.Colonial steam sloop "Victoria" Australia's first warship built 1854, cost £38,000 in service 40 years.
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This Way Thurs-Way #26
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Memories of war
Remembering the great ships
Sailed by some great lives
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Pic by Gemma Wiseman ~ Here is the embedded swivel link
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I measure out my life with haiku. My camera films my soul. ~ Gemma Wiseman
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7 comments:
I think this is a great way to remember the ships that fought in war. Love that picture. Have a great day.
I have never heard of a "swivel link" - I wonder what it is used for? I've got McLinky working now, please come back and sign in when you have a minute!
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I've seen a swivel link on a fishing rod,but never one that big!Amazing!
that's a great memorial. i haven't heard of the swivel link before.
great find.
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that's a unique memorial. i've never seen or heard of a swivel link before. thanks for sharing.
same here, first time I am seeing this
nice edifice to remember great heroes by. thanks for sharing, Gemma!
happy weekend!
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