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Re: U-505 on display in Chicago ILL.
Posted by: Eric Stone ()
Date: November 08, 2007 02:12AM

Barry,

Good to hear from you.

Yes, I visited the former display as well, and although any opportunity to get up close to one of these amazing vessels is good, there is no comparison between the two displays. The new exhibit is in a class by itself. Not to mentioned the critical restoration and preservation work Keith Gill and his team performed to make sure the U-505 was as authentic as possible and would thrill visitors for many more years to come.

Being a part of the forum for a few years now, and noticing your interest and knowledge on the topic during that time, I hope you do get the opportunity soon.

I have no doubt you'll enjoy it along with all that a city like Chicago has to offer.

Too bad though on no longer being able to take pictures inside. I would think "bootleg" guides would encourage more visitors/business rather than steal from it. I'm now even more glad I got the shots I did. There is still plenty to photograph on the outside though....

Best Regards,

Eric

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