Occupied Collection (#15)

Galleria Vittorio Emanuele at dusk, Milan, Lombardy, Italy, Europe

Bangkok, Thailand, Southeast Asia, Asia

People in the subway station, Milan, Lombardy, Italy, Europe

Bonda tribeswomen come down from the hills to sell vegetables in the weekly market in Onukudelli, Orissa, India, Asia

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Underground train, Milan, Lombardy, Italy, Europe

Shops in The Medina, Marrakech, Morocco, North Africa, Africa

Traffic, Old City, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India, Asia

Tripoli, Lebanon, Middle East

Little Italy, Columbus Avenue, North Beach, San Francisco, California, USA

Provencetown, Cape Cod, Massachusetts, USA

News Cafe on Ocean Drive, South Beach, Miami Beach, Florida, USA

Stilt fishermen, Weligama, Sri Lanka, Asia

Rice farming, Sri Lanka, Asia

The Central Market, Valencia city, Valencia, Spain, Europe

Lace making, Camarinas, Galicia, Spain, Europe " Making bobbin lace, Camarinas is a famous lace making village, the lace makers are called Palilleiras"

Port de la Selva, Costa Brava, Catalonia, Spain

Dhow wharves, Dubai Creek, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Middle East

Mardi Gras, New Orleans, Louisiana, USA

Pedestrian precinct near Faneuil Hall, Boston, Massachusetts, USA

Woman on Xom Bong Bridge, Nha Trang, Vietnam, Asia

Traffic, Bangkok, Thailand, Asia

Sago Street, Chinatown, Singapore, South East Asia

Sri Mariamman Hindu Temple in Chinatown, Singapore, South East Asia

Sugar cane fields, Reunion Island, Indian Ocean

Market, St. Paul, Reunion Island, Indian Ocean

Sugar cane cutting by hand, Reunion Island, Indian Ocean

Woman picking cultivated roses, Al Ain, Oman, Middle East

Camel race course, Mudaibi, Oman, Middle East

Crowd in the Medina, Essaouira, Morocco, North Africa, Africa

South Gate Market, Seoul City, South Korea, Asia

Shinjuku, Tokyo, Japan

Hozo-mon Gate, Asakusa Kannon (Senso-ji) Temple, Asakura, Tokyo, Japan

Commuters, Tokyo, Japan

Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, Japan

Elevated view along Chuo-dori, the most fashionable shopping street in Tokyo, Ginza, Tokyo, Honshu, Japan, Asia

Street at night, Tokyo, Japan

Tourists, Piazzale degli Uffizi, Uffizi Gallery, Florence, Tuscany, Italy, Europe

Busy pavement cafe at dusk, with the cathedral beyond, Amalfi, Costiera Amalfitana, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Campania, Italy, Europe

Crowds in the Piazza Navona, Rome, Lazio, Italy, Europe

The Palio, standard bearers of the Aquila (Eagle) contrada, Siena, Tuscany, Italy, Europe

Palio banquet for members of the Onda (Wave) contrada, Siena, Tuscany, Italy, Europe

Milan Cathedral, Lombardia, Italy

Street life, Calcutta, India, Asia

Geo-thermal power plant, Svartsengi, Iceland

Syntagma Square looking towards the Parliament building, Athens, Greece, Europe

Syntagma Square, Athens, Greece, Europe

Village weaver near Lasithi Plateau, Crete, Greece, Europe

The Old Port, Marseilles, Provence, France, Europe

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"Occupied: A Tapestry of Resilience and Freedom" Amidst the chaos of war, there are those who rise above, fighting for liberty and honoring the indomitable spirit of resistance. From the Free French to the courageous Maquis fighters, their unwavering determination echoes through history. Eilean Donan Castle stands as a symbol of defiance against oppression, its ancient walls witnessing countless battles fought in pursuit of freedom. Carnaby Street in London becomes a vibrant tapestry where rebellion meets fashion, embodying the rebellious spirit that refuses to be silenced. In Brussels' Grand Place, an emblematic square steeped in history, we find unity amidst adversity. The Buddhist celebration of Losar reminds us that even during occupation, faith can transcend boundaries and bring solace to weary hearts. As traffic jams on the M25 Motorway near London test our patience, let us remember that resilience is born from perseverance. Just as De Gaulle's Declaration ignited hope for a liberated France, so too does it inspire us to never surrender our dreams. The iconic Flatiron Building in Manhattan's Broadway serves as a testament to New York City's enduring spirit – a beacon of hope rising above adversity. In San Francisco's Castro district lies another tale of resilience; this LGBTQ+ community thrives despite facing discrimination head-on. A glimpse into Europe's past reveals maps depicting borders shifting like tides across Balkans C1850—a reminder that occupation may come and go but cannot extinguish national identity or cultural heritage. Open-air cafes and restaurants along Nice's Cote d'Azure invite locals and visitors alike to savor life’s simple pleasures amid challenging times. And finally, Hispaniola emerges on an old map—its contours reminding us that even after centuries under foreign rule; nations can reclaim their independence with unwavering determination. "Occupied" encapsulates stories etched within historical landmarks—the triumphs over tyranny, the resilience of communities, and the unyielding pursuit of freedom.