Fort Custer National Cemetery is located between Battle Creek and Augusta, Michigan. The fort was named after General George Armstrong Custer, a native of the state of Michigan. It is only about 10 miles from where I live. Their Avenue of Flags is spectacular. There are 152 flags located along the main entrance. There are an additional 50 flagpoles arranged in a semi-circle at the end of the thoroughfare. Check their website for more information and the history Ft. Custer and the cemetery.

This was the perfect day to visit as the wind kept the flags flapping stiffly. The long exposure shows the motion of the flags.

This shows the end of the boulevard with 50 flags representing the 50 states.

The sight of over 200 flags billowing in the wind is impressive. Let us pause to give thanks to those that served, especially for those that made the ultimate sacrifice.

Mark