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There seems to be a problem regarding the description and/or licensing of this particular file. It has been found that you've added in the image's description only a Template that's not a license and although it provides useful informations about the image, it's not a valid license. Could you please resolve this problem, adding the license in the image linked above? You can edit the description page and change the text. Uploading a new version of the file does not change the description of the file. This page may give you more hints on which license to choose. Thank you.

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There seems to be a problem regarding the description and/or licensing of this particular file. It has been found that you've added in the image's description only a Template that's not a license and although it provides useful informations about the image, it's not a valid license. Could you please resolve this problem, adding the license in the image linked above? You can edit the description page and change the text. Uploading a new version of the file does not change the description of the file. This page may give you more hints on which license to choose. Thank you.

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Redundant?[edit]

[1]. [2]: How is Category:Historical markers redundant? I don't see any category remaining that would imply this being a historical marker. - Jmabel ! talk 21:57, 4 December 2008 (UTC)[reply]

[3], [4] ditto. - Jmabel ! talk 21:59, 4 December 2008 (UTC)[reply]

Greetings. When I started the project of diffusing files in Category:Historical markers, Category:Plaques, & Category:Plaques in the United States, the overwhelming majority of files categorized as “historical markers” where of the freestanding type like this Image:Chipley Falling Waters SP plaque01.jpg. The rest were simply labeled as plaques as you can see here Category:Plaques in Florida. My thought was to keeping the free standing historical markers as a separate group, because these seem to be of a similar type. I wrestled with what to do about the “wall mounted” historical plaques & I think they should probably be separated from the more general “plaques” category, such as creating Category:Historical plaques and signs in the United States. The current "Histroical markers" could be a subcat of these. Since there is the potential for thousands of these (historical plaques & markers), we do need a good taxonomy & your thoughts on this would be most appreciated. IMHO, they should be separated by county and/or state at a minimu. Also, your help in sorting them would also be appreciated. Thanks! FieldMarine (talk) 01:38, 5 December 2008 (UTC)[reply]
I'm not so concerned with what taxonomy you end up with: I'm more concerned that once you removed all relation to historical markers, it's going to be hard to find these again to get them into the new category. Of course, if you've moved them all into "plaques" categories, I guess you can find them there. - Jmabel ! talk 04:12, 5 December 2008 (UTC)[reply]

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There seems to be a problem regarding the description and/or licensing of this particular file. It has been found that you've added in the image's description only a Template that's not a license and although it provides useful informations about the image, it's not a valid license. Could you please resolve this problem, adding the license in the image linked above? You can edit the description page and change the text. Uploading a new version of the file does not change the description of the file. This page may give you more hints on which license to choose. Thank you.

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Carlos Norris? Seriously?[edit]

FieldMarine, why did you redirect to ? Kelly (talk) 20:26, 27 December 2008 (UTC)[reply]

Apologies if the "seriously" bothered you, no offense meant. I was just surprised to see the category labeled that way...I think I knew his real name was Carlos but never saw him referred to that way - it was kind of like seeing R. Lee Ermey referred to as "Ronald". :) I think "Chuck" is better because the common usage seems to be what is used here.
If you don't mind me asking, are you actually a Devil Dog? I'm Air Force, but I attended the Advanced Course at the Camp Pendleton SNCOA a couple years ago (on an exchange program) and got to know a lot of great gunnies. Kelly (talk) 16:24, 28 December 2008 (UTC)[reply]

Tip: Categorizing images[edit]

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Hello, FieldMarine!
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There seems to be a problem regarding the description and/or licensing of this particular file. It has been found that you've added in the image's description only a Template that's not a license and although it provides useful informations about the image, it's not a valid license. Could you please resolve this problem, adding the license in the image linked above? You can edit the description page and change the text. Uploading a new version of the file does not change the description of the file. This page may give you more hints on which license to choose. Thank you.

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Hi there. Just a remark, for future uploads: if the new file is only an improved version of the existing one, you could have simply uploaded over the existing file (there is a link "Upload a new version" on the image pages). This way, no duplicate, no need to delete. Regards, --Eusebius (talk) 13:29, 11 February 2009 (UTC)[reply]


File source is not properly indicated: File:Marines_during_elections_in_Fallujah_001.jpg[edit]

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High Contrast (talk) 21:33, 4 March 2009 (UTC)[reply]

Hello FieldMarine! In this case it is not sufficient to update the licence tag. If you have found images on official US-websites please state the URL where you have found this file in the "source"-field. United States Marine Corps is too vague. Please add this, otherwise the file can be deleted. Greets, High Contrast (talk) 17:10, 7 March 2009 (UTC)[reply]

Again:
Your comment stated on the talk page of this file makes me realizing that unfortunately you haven't understood the problem. Here is the passage that you have demanded: COM:L#License_information. Please read this page carefully.

Have fun. Best regards, High Contrast (talk) 22:51, 10 March 2009 (UTC)[reply]

Demanded? Please continue this dialogue on the file disussion page. Thanks! FieldMarine (talk) 06:03, 11 March 2009 (UTC)[reply]

Category talk:Badges of rank[edit]

Hallo, I would appreciate your military expertise (and helping hand) in Category talk:Badges of rank. Thank you. --Foroa (talk) 13:20, 13 March 2009 (UTC)[reply]

Hi FieldMarine,
Please tell me where you have taken this image from (book, webside (if yes which one),...)
thanks --D-Kuru (talk) 22:12, 15 March 2009 (UTC)[reply]

I got the picture directly from Marine cameramen serving with 1st Marine Regiment (United States) in Fallujah while on official duty. FieldMarine (talk) 03:27, 17 March 2009 (UTC)[reply]
Do you may know his name? "United States Marine Corps" as source should maybe expanded, because usually there is a webside where you can find such images. I'm not sure if {{PD-USGov-Military-Marines}} is the correct licence, because such images usually get released with a PD note. I don't know the american law good enough to say that every image, taken by us soldiers, are immediately in the PD or they just became PD if they get released with the PD-release-note. Is there any possibility to contact the author so that we can be sure that this image is PD (and that the author has agreed that his image is in the PD if this image would be copyrighted)?
I know that it's a lot of trouble for just one image, but because there is no weblink (which would proof that this image is no copyvio) we need some kind of additional document that this is no copyviofile.
--D-Kuru (talk) 01:02, 18 March 2009 (UTC)[reply]


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--Nyttend (talk) 12:23, 7 April 2009 (UTC)[reply]

Thanks for the comment; would you offer a response to my response? Nyttend (talk) 11:50, 8 April 2009 (UTC)[reply]


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Image renaming[edit]

I saw that you tagged a image for rename but your not on the checkpage for the bot (Commons:MediaMoveBot/CheckPage) Please go to the the talk page and put your name up for approval so that the bot can automatically rename your request instead of waiting for someone else on that list to confirm for you. Betacommand 01:51, 21 April 2009 (UTC)[reply]

Hello,

You don't need to upload several versions of the same file. The software takes care of that itself. Regards, Yann (talk) 21:29, 28 April 2009 (UTC)[reply]

It's actually different resolutions for different uses. FieldMarine (talk) 00:21, 29 April 2009 (UTC)[reply]


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132.199.211.17 18:35, 17 May 2009 (UTC)[reply]

Can I have you opinion[edit]

Hi FieldMarine can I ask you opinion on the move of Category:United States Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon to Category:Silent Drill Platoon ceremonies of the United States Marine Corps, personally I think it verbose and ill judged, with no understanding of the subject and what is being depicted. However it may be me who is mistaken and this new name more properly reflects the topic and images. Thanks, I would really appreciate and value your opinion on this.KTo288 (talk) 15:02, 30 May 2009 (UTC)edited to reflect changed circumstancesKTo288 (talk) 16:23, 30 May 2009 (UTC)[reply]

Sorry for the late reply, but I'm on deployment with infrequent access to the Internet. What you say makes sense to me. Semper Fi, FieldMarine (talk) 15:26, 3 June 2009 (UTC)[reply]

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MLAS change[edit]

Hi FieldMarine, would you please justify your change to Category:Max Launch Abort System? As I stated in my revert, MLAS is part of the Ares rocket system, not an intrinsic part of Orion. Huntster (t @ c) 01:19, 27 December 2009 (UTC)[reply]

The MLAS system is intrinisic to the Orion crew module & that is why it is included as a category. Thanks, FieldMarine (talk) 01:42, 27 December 2009 (UTC)[reply]
Then would you say Category:Orion Launch Abort System should also be changed to Orion? Huntster (t @ c) 02:22, 27 December 2009 (UTC)[reply]
I'm less familiar with that system. How about including both the Ares & the Orion cats? FieldMarine (talk) 02:34, 27 December 2009 (UTC)[reply]
Well, the Orion Launch Abort System is basically the same thing as MLAS, just a different method (MLAS is somewhat more advanced in design, OLAS is just a modern version of what was used on Apollo). I think I would avoid putting them in both...use one or the other. The reason why I suggest placing them in the Ares category is because neither has any real bearing on the operation of the Orion module; both would be used only during ascent as part of the Ares rocket operation. Huntster (t @ c) 03:03, 27 December 2009 (UTC)[reply]

Excuse me, but this image looks way unusual on my monitor, and frankly it looks like it's corrupted. Is that right?? Tabercil (talk) 03:42, 1 January 2010 (UTC)[reply]

I've speedy-deleted both corrupted images so it's clear for you to reupload under the same name (unless you think that'll jinx it <G>). Tabercil (talk) 15:37, 1 January 2010 (UTC)[reply]

"RV UNNECESSARY & INCORRECT INFO"[edit]

We can debate the necessity of the information you removed, but it is NOT incorrect. Indeed, it comes direct from the official information provided by the US Army Institute of Heraldry, and is referenced in the manuals cited. SSG Cornelius Seon (US Army, Retired) (talk) 19:36, 6 January 2010 (UTC)[reply]

It is not just an Army award, it is for all services. Thanks! FieldMarine (talk) 05:01, 7 January 2010 (UTC)[reply]
Actually, we are both right, but an explanation is required.
AR 600–8–22. dtd 11 December 2006; Chapter 3, Section 16 says the following:
a. The Air Medal was established by Executive Order 9158, 11 May 1942 as amended by Executive Order 9242–A, 11 September 1942.
b. The Air Medal is awarded to any person who, while serving in any capacity in or with the U.S. Army, will have distinguished himself or herself by meritorious achievement while participating in aerial flight. Awards may be made to recognize single acts of merit or heroism, or for meritorious service as described below.
c. Awards may be made for acts of heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy or while engaged in military operations involving conflict with an opposing armed force in which the United States is not a belligerent party, which are of a lesser degree than required for award of the Distinguished Flying Cross.
d. Awards may be made for single acts of meritorious achievement, involving superior airmanship, which are of a lesser degree than required for award of the Distinguished Flying Cross, but nevertheless were accomplished with distinction beyond that normally expected.
e. Awards for meritorious service may be made for sustained distinction in the performance of duties involving regular and frequent participation in aerial flight for a period of at least 6 months. In this regard, accumulation of a specified number of hours and missions will not serve as the basis for award of the Air Medal. Criteria in paragraph c, above, concerning conditions of conflict are applicable to award of the Air Medal for meritorious service.
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g. Numerals, starting with 2 will be used to denote second and subsequent awards of the Air Medal.
To properly interpret Paragraph b, the medal was created by and for the Army, and was originally “…awarded to any person who, while serving in any capacity in or with the U.S. Army, will have distinguished himself or herself by meritorious achievement while participating in aerial flight. Awards may be made to recognize single acts of merit or heroism, or for meritorious service….” It was extended to the US Air Force in 1947 when the Air Corps was carved from the Army, and established as a separate service under the Department of Defense.
DOD Manual 1348.33-M, dtd September 12, 1996 w-Change 1 dtd September 18, 2006, Appendix 1, Paragraph 1.2.24 addresses the Air Medal, and says the following:
AP1.1.2.24.1. Authorized by Executive Order 9158, "Air Medal," May 11, 1942; as amended by Executive Order 9242-A, September 11, 1942.
AP1.1.2.24.2. Awarded to any person who, while serving in any capacity with the Armed Forces of the United States, subsequent to September 8, 1939, distinguishes himself or herself by heroic or meritorious achievement while participating in an aerial flight.
AP1.1.2.24.3. Subsequent to April 1974, the letter "V" may be authorized by the Navy and Marine Corps.
So, you can see the issue. Prior to 1947, the Air Medal was authorized and awarded by the Army for the Army, with the provision that other service members [Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard] were eligible for the award IF they were on an Army flight. Award Authority was extend to the Air Force in 1947 when it was carved out of the Army Air Corps, and the DOD took over Policy Authority for the medal in 1996 when it added it to DOD Manual 1348.33-M. Under that authority, Award Authority was expanded to the Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard, with the provision that the Coast Guard’s authority does not attach when the flight is for the Department of Transportation.
Thus, the Air Medal belongs under the DOD Category I suggested, with a consolidated explanation based on what I posted above, and auxiliary categories for each of the other five services. SSG Cornelius Seon (US Army, Retired) (talk) 17:09, 7 January 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Cat Redirect: People from Boston[edit]

I note that you just added a category redirect here. I think you have it backwards -- that the active category should be People of Boston.

My reasoning is that Wiki uses the city name without the state for a short list of cities (the Associated Press list) and Boston is one of them. If you look at Category:People of the United States by city you'll see that Chicago, Los Angeles, New Orleans, among others are treated that way. I also have recently spent a fair amount of time sorting out duplicate categories -- those with and without "Massachusetts" -- for Boston. As it stands after your change, People from Boston, Massachusetts is the only category in Category:Boston that has Massachusetts included. While I don't really care which way it goes, I think you'll agree that they all ought to be the same. . . . . Jim . . . . Jameslwoodward (talkcontribs) 16:24, 12 January 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Makes no difference to me. I was just following this: Category:People from Boston, Massachusetts to ensure consistency & connectivity in the wikis. Thanks! FieldMarine (talk) 16:35, 12 January 2010 (UTC)[reply]
Seems to be much the same problem between WP and Commons on a number of cities. Maybe one of us will someday find the strength to redo them all, but for now, I take it it's OK with you if we use Category:People from Boston as the active category on Commons? . . . . Jim . . . . Jameslwoodward (talkcontribs) 16:54, 12 January 2010 (UTC)[reply]
No problem, thanks for the head's up. FieldMarine (talk) 16:55, 12 January 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Corrupt files[edit]

Hi, I have removed speedy deletion tags from File:Marines' Hymn.tif and File:Regimental Combat Team 3 Afghanistan logo (transparent background) 01.tif. MediaWiki software cant render thumbnails from Tiff format, but still any user can download and use them for any purpose. Of course such format is not suitable for inclusion in to articles where small thumb images are needed. -Justass (talk) 23:07, 13 January 2010 (UTC)[reply]

"Why was this move request from the above cat to Category:People from Indianapolis, Indiana? This seems like redundant cats? Thanks! FieldMarine (talk) 21:20, 18 January 2010 (UTC)"[reply]
??? Do you mean user: Okki? Greetings. Orchi (talk) 21:28, 18 January 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Please see revision history of User talk:CommonsDelinker/commands. Thanks! FieldMarine (talk) 21:33, 18 January 2010 (UTC)[reply]
Sorry, I did'nt know what happened there. I reverted my change. Greetings.Orchi (talk) 21:43, 18 January 2010 (UTC)[reply]
Many thanks! FieldMarine (talk) 21:49, 18 January 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Plaques, memorials, etc.[edit]

I'm still quite confused what you are up to with category changes like [5], [6], and [7] (all related to old ferries). I wouldn't usually call this a "memorial" (which suggests to me something about a person who died; you will notice that almost everything else in the category is, indeed, just that). Maybe it could be called a "historical marker"; certainly it is a "plaque" (as it was previously classified). Are there any clear criteria for the "memorial" category that would include things like this that have nothing to do with deaths? (File:Seattle - Volunteer Park - naming plaque.jpg seems OK, because it has to do with soldiers from the Spanish American War). - Jmabel ! talk 23:09, 24 January 2010 (UTC)[reply]

I agree that the plaques category should be better defined. IMHO, it should only be used when the focus of the picture is the plaque itself & you should be able to read the plaque. In the cases above, it is the structure with a plaque mounted to it that is the focus of the picture. The reason I thought memorials would be a good category is because the description states it “memorializes”, and a “memorial is an object which serves as a focus of memory of something”, usually, but not always, a person or event. The “Historical marker” cat has a description, see Category:Plaques in Florida. Bottomline, I don’t feel strongly about the reclassification, so if you think it is better classified in the category “Plaques,” no problem with me. It just seemed like a memorial (structure with a plaque) to me, so that's why I choose that category. Thanks! FieldMarine (talk) 00:17, 25 January 2010 (UTC)[reply]
I'll create a small category specific to these markers along the river. - Jmabel ! talk 03:33, 25 January 2010 (UTC)[reply]

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I have no additional info on the photo -- I got it from the New Georgia Encyclopedia. FieldMarine (talk) 19:51, 6 March 2010 (UTC)[reply]

People by name vs. Families[edit]

Hi. FYI, I've reverted your recent change to Category:David_Price (baseball). Those family history categories should be reserved for people that are known to actually be family - not just groups of people with the same last name. Is there some precedent for what you did there? Wknight94 talk 14:54, 20 April 2010 (UTC)[reply]

The category is for any person with the surname Price as is all the categories that say ""XXX family". They don't necessarily have to be related. Thanks! FieldMarine (talk) 15:14, 20 April 2010 (UTC)[reply]
In Category:Family histories by surname, there is a mixup between surnames and families, such as category:Smith (surname) versus category:Kennedy family. --Foroa (talk) 15:37, 20 April 2010 (UTC)[reply]
I'm taking this to the discussion page here. Thanks! FieldMarine (talk) 15:40, 20 April 2010 (UTC)[reply]
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Alumni cats[edit]

Hi there. I have taken some time to convert alumni cats from "XXX alumni" to "Alumni of XXX" (the job is not finished for the US), because I have been asked to do so: apparently the simpler syntactic structure (without inversion, with "of") is preferred on this international project, because it is more easily understandable by non native speakers (and it's still correct English). I would be very grateful if you could stop reverting this job. Regards, --Eusebius (talk) 13:12, 19 July 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Why are we changing these cats when they match nicely to wikipedia as "XXX alumni"? If you feel the move is necessary, I recommend we take this to the discussion board first for community comment. Thanks! FieldMarine (talk) 00:57, 21 July 2010 (UTC)[reply]
Hi. Commons is not an extension of the English Wikipedia, as you know. It is a multi-language project, mainly using English but maintained and used by people of various nationalities and languages, which has lead to some specific naming choices, as I told you. Currently, the naming of categories for US universities is an exception compared to the naming scheme used for all other universities in the world. This naming scheme is justified by the rationale I've explained to you. Please allow me to rephrase your own suggestion (without any kind of animosity): if you think the current rationale and naming scheme should be discussed/changed, please propose your counter-arguments to the community (there's COM:CFD) before making systematic changes. Regards, --Eusebius (talk) 05:43, 21 July 2010 (UTC)[reply]
As an international project with many languages, we need to be more strict with the (few clear) naming rules. The basic commons category naming rule states "Topic [qualifier] [Qualifier]" and certainly not the topic at the end of the name as in "xxx alumni". --Foroa (talk) 08:09, 21 July 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Please don't make any more changes to this category stucture until we have consensus within the community. Let's take it to the discussion board. Thanks! FieldMarine (talk) 09:37, 21 July 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Please checkout Commons:Categories for discussion/2010/07/Category:Alumni of the University of Alabama & add comment. Thanks! FieldMarine (talk) 10:29, 21 July 2010 (UTC)[reply]
Sorry, I launche a couple of renames before I noticed you message. Anyway, the Commons rules are clear on that and "alumni of xxx" is the world wide standard, so I would be very much surprised if something changes. --Foroa (talk) 10:42, 21 July 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Admin?[edit]

BTW, have you thought about becoming an Admin yourself? I'm actively recruiting people with deep and non-controversial records on Commons, as we badly need more help.      Jim . . . . Jameslwoodward (talk to me) 12:31, 20 September 2010 (UTC)[reply]

Jim, interesting question...no one has ever asked me that before. Perhaps in a few months. I'd still like to learn some more. Thanks for asking though. Semper Fi, FieldMarine (talk) 19:32, 20 September 2010 (UTC)[reply]
Also, thanks for your service as an admin...I know that can be thankless at times. FieldMarine (talk) 19:53, 20 September 2010 (UTC)[reply]
I wouldn't want to admit the last to a prospective member of the group, but yes, it can be thankless, and you're welcome. We disagree about USMC War Memorial, but I appreciate very much your courtesy -- that helps balance some of the difficult ones.
A lot of Admin work is just routine clerk-work, except that the clerk has to have a little judgment to tell the straightforward ones from the curve balls -- like the two texts in the War Memorial -- this clerk's judgment was a little off there, first time through. You also have to get to know the players -- whose DR nominations can be trusted and whose need to be checked. You might start going through the daily DR lists from time to time -- both because you will learn about the process and it will get your name out in front of the voters.      Jim . . . . Jameslwoodward (talk to me) 21:47, 20 September 2010 (UTC)[reply]

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M-554[edit]

You do realize that there's no "room for growth" when

  1. M-554 only existed on paper for seven years.
  2. It no longer exists as a state highway and hasn't in five years.
  3. Road maps are categorized in a different category, not by the highway's designation.

In short, that category isn't needed on that map image. Imzadi 1979  01:47, 8 April 2011 (UTC)[reply]

Responded on the cat deletion request page. Semper Fi! FieldMarine (talk) 04:12, 9 April 2011 (UTC)[reply]
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File:Vintage Hand Operated Pasta Machine 001.jpg[edit]

Hallo FieldMarine, pardon, what are you doing here? Three different names right after each other? File:Vintage Hand Operated Pasta Machine 001.jpg Please see COM:RENAME for help how to rename files. Do not upload them again, please. Cheers --Saibo (Δ) 02:24, 18 October 2011 (UTC)[reply]

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Has there been a category redirect discussion on the village pump yet? WhisperToMe (talk) 17:31, 21 November 2011 (UTC)[reply]

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Leaving other templates intact ...[edit]

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Will do, thanks for the feedback. Is there a specific file you are referring too? FieldMarine (talk) 15:04, 27 February 2012 (UTC)[reply]
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Barnstar[edit]

The Commons Barnstar
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Category:Withlacoochee River (Central Florida)[edit]

I see you moved three of my images of Florida State Road 50 from the Rivers of Florida category to Withlacoochee River (Central Florida). That was actually of the Little Withlacoochee River, which is a tributary of the Withlacoochee River. Do you have any plans to split the correct river off into a new category? ----DanTD (talk) 00:06, 10 August 2013 (UTC)[reply]

Sorry, my mistake. Should we create a new cat, or just upmerge? FieldMarine (talk) 00:14, 10 August 2013 (UTC)[reply]
Not sure. A new category would make sense, but there should probably be some more images for the Little Withlacoochee. It almost makes me think I should go to the US 301 bridge over the river to grab some. ----DanTD (talk) 00:43, 10 August 2013 (UTC)[reply]
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TY for your service[edit]

If I can ever be of any help at WP, ping me. Cheers. Le Prof (and someone who knows what/where Mount MF is… )

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Identification help needed[edit]

Hi there - hoping you can help if you have time. I (randomly) found this image and was trying to identify the "Arthur Connell" in the image, but am not getting very far. I was hoping you could tell me any military related information you can deduct? He's a medic of some type. File:Portrait of Arthur Connell Wellcome M0017964.jpg. I don't know any more than what's on the description. Thanks in advance. -- Deadstar (msg) 13:59, 17 February 2016 (UTC)[reply]

Based on the black arm band and insignia, I would guess medical corps. Also, I would say UK based military organization due to the lion on crown on the insignia. Hope that helps. Semper Fi! FieldMarine (talk) 14:03, 17 February 2016 (UTC)[reply]
Thank you! -- Deadstar (msg) 14:46, 17 February 2016 (UTC)[reply]
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Thanks...I appreciate it! Semper Fi! FieldMarine (talk) 19:12, 10 October 2017 (UTC)[reply]

Image without license[edit]

File:Polet Chapel inside the Chiesa di San Luigi dei Francesi (Rome, Italy) P001.jpg[edit]

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Andy Mabbett (Pigsonthewing); Talk to Andy; Andy's edits 11:12, 13 September 2019 (UTC)[reply]

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Copyright status: File:Giuseppe Canepa (1860–1925) P01.tif

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And also:

This action was performed automatically by AntiCompositeBot (talk) 05:13, 15 June 2020 (UTC)[reply]

These are in the public domain, and a template with that information has been added to the images. Semper Fi! FieldMarine (talk) 11:12, 15 June 2020 (UTC)[reply]

Regarding your upload[edit]

Image uploaded by you
Image uploaded by you

Hi @User:FieldMarine: While creating an article (w:List of marches composed by John Philip Sousa), I came across an image of "John Philip Sousa" uploaded by you almost 11 years ago! It is in public domain because it contains materials that originally came from the United States Marine Corps.

While I agree with the public domain status, the source link is dead and I am not able to find the original image through Internet Archive. I need information regarding the artist and year. Through some research, I found the same images at few other sources (Library of Congress; U.S. Marine Band website) but both the sources don't mention the artist or year. Can you help with the image's status and related information? The image uploaded by you is inserted. Thanks!

--Kavyansh.Singh (talk) 06:04, 14 June 2021 (UTC)[reply]

Hi. I do not know the name of the artist or the year it was painted. Please contact the National Museum of the Marine Marine Corps. They will likely be able to help as they have art curators on staff. If not, let me know and I'll see if I can get some info from the history division. Semper Fi! FieldMarine (talk) 12:14, 14 June 2021 (UTC)[reply]
Hi @User:FieldMarine: Thanks for replying. After some research, I found the image in Marine Band's website (here, here also), but didn't got the details. Still fine, I just needed it for adding in image's caption. Library of Congress states that (link) this image is "Painting of Sousa during US Marine Band era.", so must be of 1880-92. Still that much is fine for adding in the caption. I'll update the source of the image on commons, as the older link is dead. Thanks for your help! --Kavyansh.Singh (talk) 12:51, 14 June 2021 (UTC)[reply]
Good deal. Glad you were able to track down some details. Thanks. Semper Fi! FieldMarine (talk) 14:53, 14 June 2021 (UTC)[reply]
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