Savannah Riverfront Walls
by Dick Hudson
Title
Savannah Riverfront Walls
Artist
Dick Hudson
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Photograph - Photograph
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A building at the historic Savannah Georgia Riverfront. These magnificent edifices are built of bricks that were originally used as ballast on empty ships from Europe headed to Savannah, George in the late 1700s. The ships would return to England with holds full of cotton and other American goods that were popular and necessary in Europe.
This port was important to the South in its growth. Based on some grand bargaining by the Savannah city officials, the Riverfront area was spared the destruction of many Southern cities during the American Civil War. The area on River Street looks very much like it did in the early 1800s.
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May 3rd, 2015
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Mary Deal
Something about buildings all stuck together attracts that part of me that likes city life. I can feel this place!
Dick Hudson replied:
Thank you Mary. I want to go back to Hawaii one day. Been there twice for a total of 4 hours...at the airport. On the way to Vietnam.
Linda Covino
Great shot of these Riverfront buildings, love the lighting l/t
Dick Hudson replied:
Thanks, Linda. Your comment is a real treat, being from a Savannah native. I got there as the sun came up, and before the people got in the way. The sunrise was reflecting off of the water.
Priscilla Burgers
I like the angle of your shot, Dick, and the repeating lines of windows and balconies. The contrast of cool colors and archway adds a nice contrast. A favorite!
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