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The Historic GAR

Posted on March 11, 2013 by Jeffrey S. Buck

By Jeffrey Buck This past Saturday, with the sun shinning , I took a trip down to see the progress of the GAR building up close. It was an overwhelming feeling to see such a gem being brought back to life. … Continue reading →

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The Way It Was, Part 2: More glimpses of Detroit’s history

Posted on March 6, 2012 by Jeffrey S. Buck

By Jeffrey Buck Photographs play an integral role in preserving our history, regardless of the subject. Societies can change—sometimes for the better, but unfortunately also sometimes for the worse. A photograph can tell a story for both present and future … Continue reading →

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Shorpy Saturday – 1942 Woodward

Posted on January 29, 2011 by Jeffrey S. Buck

By Jeffrey Buck Today’s photograph is sort of ironic in the sense that you can see tracks running along Woodward that will soon be restored once the new light rail system is completed from Hart Plaza to New Center. In … Continue reading →