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Hi, I am Sig (junge1),
I was born in Dominikus- Krankenhaus in Berlin-Hermsdorf, Bezirk Reinickendorf in December 1939. Bezirk Reinickendorf was one of 20 Bezirke that made up Gross-Berlin before World War II and one of 12 Bezirke that made up former West-Berlin, the other 8 Bezirke were Russian occupied and became East-Berlin after the war. Moved from Berlin to Neurohlau (Nova Role) Sudetenland (now Czech Republic), in August 1943 (our entire block of apartment buildings was bombed out in November 1943) and returned back to Berlin in November 1945. Saw my dad the first time in my life in August/September 1946 after he returned from POW camp. Attended elementary school in Berlin-Waidmannslust, high school in Berlin-Hermsdorf, and trade school in Berlin-Kreuzberg. Was an apprentice for the trade of Klischeeaetzer (photo engraver) at Burrath & Schmidt on Friedrichstrasse between U-Bahnhof Kochstrasse (near to what later became Checkpoint Charlie) and Hallisches Tor.
While watching Allied planes supplying West-Berlin by air during the Berliner Luftbruecke in 1948-49 I developed my love for aircraft. I guess I could be considered a 'Berliner Grosschnauze", or at least I used to be.
'Wanderlust' led me to leave Berlin in summer 1960 to emigrate to Toronto, Canada and in February 1962 to move from Canada to New York City, NY, USA. In January 1963 I joined the United States Air Force, one step ahead of Uncle Sam drafting me. Became a United States citizen within 7 weeks after it became a security issue because of my military career. One day after I was sworn in as a citizen in Seattle, my entire unit left for Southeast Asia in June 1966. After nearly 5 years of active duty (extended 11 months to make it an 18 months overseas deployment) I got discharged and moved to New York City. In 1973 I moved to Phoenix, Arizona and two years later joined the Arizona Air National Guard.
Received my higher education at Arizona State University and the University of Georgia and worked for 22 years for the Arizona Department of Water Resources in various capacities. Upon military retirement in 1999 and State retirement in 2005 I looked at a number of things to keep me occupied. Traveling and joining 'renderosity' in September 2007 were a couple of them,
Sig..
Comments (34)
auntietk
Such a nice mood. Restful, relaxing. VERY nice!
renecyberdoc
yeah relaxing and very peaceful.
jayfar
Very relaxing and moody.
UVDan
Very beautiful! I wonder what the licensing fees are there for a fisherman?
bazza
Catching dinner I guess.. Nice shot Sig nice spot too!
sharky_
Nice... Aloha
farmerC
Shining.
Maxidyne
Was just watching that 'Top Gear' road trip of Vietnam last night and what a stunning country. Beautiful capture Sig... that guy looks so relaxed.
Faemike55
Very serene setting Great shot Sig
casmindo
Nice capture of Man at his best!
debbielove
Relaxing, peaceful scene.. The sound of water, birds and the chug of passing motor boat.. Great shot mate.. Another time.... Rob
bobrgallegos
Wonderful mood and atmosphere in this relaxing capture!!
nefertiabet
Excellent shot!!!
UteBigSmile
Das ist ein sehr schöner Schnappschuss!!!
sandra46
VERY BEAUTIFUL
kgb224
Stunning capture my friend. God Bless.
aksirp
what a peaceful scene and landscape, da krieg ich doch gleich wieder Reisefieber;)...
drifterlee
So peaceful and pretty shot!!!!!!!
emmecielle
Splendid scene and atmosphere! Great shot! :)
ArtistKimberly
Wonderful Image,
tigertim
Nice shot.. very calm and relaxed...!!
flavia49
fantastic picture
npauling
A great photograph. He looks to be in quite a precarious position.
Jean_C
Beautiful place and superb shot!
tofi
Seems like the most perfect afternoon to spend by the water fishing! :) He looks pretty adventurous there out on that limb! Lovely vast scenery and seems so peaceful!
hipps13
cool makes a smile warm hugs, Linda
starship64
That looks very tranquil. Wonderful shot.
virginiese
a very serene place and scene !
Richardphotos
this is a scene that could be played out anywhere in SE ASia. still, an excellent capture/subject
VDH
Wonderful view and excellent shot!