The tour guide said this statue holds the distinction of being the only one in Savannah's fabled squares that is not of a high-ranking general or military leader. This is the likeness of a supposedly "ordinary" sergeant, William Jasper, who distinguished himself through various displays of valor during the struggle for American independence in the 1770's. A most prominent story is the way he held aloft the flag of South Carolina amidst enemy fire, after it was shot at and toppled by by the British, serving as a rallying point and beacon of hope for his fellow soldiers.
Truly, this and other deeds are worth remembering and celebrating; God knows how much we all need to think of less of ourselves and more of others...
Madison Square, Savannah, May 2008, using a digicam.
That is so true Ian. Great take on the theme!
ReplyDeleteWow, what a beautiful photo. I've never heard of this average hero; thanks for introducing him!
ReplyDeleteHe is not the average guy after all!
ReplyDeleteHappy weekend!
Well.. everyone can be a hero after all. :)
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An average hero! Love it!
ReplyDeleteWonderful! Indeed, if we all looked out not only for our own interests, but also the interests of others, we would have an above-average life! Good photo. Happy weekend!
ReplyDeleteI'm glad they erected a monument for such ordinary average man.
ReplyDeleteThere's a little hero in every average person, I suspect. Love your take on the theme.
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Clearly an above average soldier and patriot! I really enjoyed your very above average take on this difficult theme.
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thanks for visiting, everyone! here's to the hero that resides in all of us =]
ReplyDeleteRight on Ian! Great shot!
ReplyDeleteGreat shot and it's nice to hear that the average gentleman, gallant in nature can be discovered.
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