i've been to this monument in miami. it was one of the most eerie and affecting experiences of my life. That arm sits on an island surrounded by a high wall and a reflective pool. there is a narrow, flame lit corridor lined with the names of the death camps that crosses the water and leads you onto the island/base of the arm. I came upon it late at night and didn't realize that the 'flames' were people until i got up close. haunting music was playing as I walked down the corridor and I'll never forget the sight of an emaciated, naked old couple with arms outstretched towards each other at the base of that arm. The encircling wall is covered with holocaust victims...so many names...then i realized that they were mostly family names and not individuals. so many people......
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Date: 2008-05-03 05:09 am (UTC)