James Dietz's "freedom isn't Free" is emotional reminder of the
sacrifices of service men and their families.
"Freedom Isn't Free"
sacrifices of service men and their families.
"Freedom Isn't Free"
No scene is more compelling to an appreciation of the price of freedom than
one capturing the emotional departure of a service member from their
families. Though almost routine for members of America’s active duty
military, it becomes quite challenging for our citizen soldiers. Beginning
with the first settlers, it was critical to their survival that every man was
prepared to pick up a weapon and join with their neighbors to defend their
homes. This requirement continues today as the active component has
been downsized, placing greater responsibility on the shoulders of our
National Guard and Reserve forces.
Then came the events of September 11, 2001. Within minutes of the tragic
events of that day, the National Guard had units mobilized to assist in New
York City, the Pentagon, and western Pennsylvania. Shortly thereafter, a full-
scale mobilization occurred as National Guard and Reserve units
responded to protect the American homeland in Operation Noble Eagle.
This duty included security at all commercial airports, guarding nuclear
power plants and water facilities, and numerous other civilian and military
installations. Then came the call to Enduring Freedom, and most recently
Iraqi Freedom.
In the final analysis, all Americans must understand that “Freedom isn’t
Free.” To preserve those liberties that we enjoy require a tremendous
sacrifice on the part of our entire military, including our National Guard and
Reserve forces. In this limited edition print, renowned artist Jim Dietz has
captured a typical scene where our citizen soldiers are about to answer
duty’s call. Leaving their jobs, their homes, and their families, they continue
to respond in the finest traditions established throughout our history. This
print captures their sacrifice and the sacrifice of their families to insure the
liberty and security enjoyed by all Americans. “Freedom isn’t Free!”
Whenever the country calls, America’s National Guard and Reserves are
there, Americans at their best. Whether serving their community in time of
natural disaster, working in a state emergency, or serving in a federal status
as part of the active component, the Guard and Reserve is there.
l Illustration by James Dietz - Copyright © 2005.
All rights reserved. No part of the contents of this website may be reproduced
or utilized in any form without the written consent of American Art & Antiques, Inc.
one capturing the emotional departure of a service member from their
families. Though almost routine for members of America’s active duty
military, it becomes quite challenging for our citizen soldiers. Beginning
with the first settlers, it was critical to their survival that every man was
prepared to pick up a weapon and join with their neighbors to defend their
homes. This requirement continues today as the active component has
been downsized, placing greater responsibility on the shoulders of our
National Guard and Reserve forces.
Then came the events of September 11, 2001. Within minutes of the tragic
events of that day, the National Guard had units mobilized to assist in New
York City, the Pentagon, and western Pennsylvania. Shortly thereafter, a full-
scale mobilization occurred as National Guard and Reserve units
responded to protect the American homeland in Operation Noble Eagle.
This duty included security at all commercial airports, guarding nuclear
power plants and water facilities, and numerous other civilian and military
installations. Then came the call to Enduring Freedom, and most recently
Iraqi Freedom.
In the final analysis, all Americans must understand that “Freedom isn’t
Free.” To preserve those liberties that we enjoy require a tremendous
sacrifice on the part of our entire military, including our National Guard and
Reserve forces. In this limited edition print, renowned artist Jim Dietz has
captured a typical scene where our citizen soldiers are about to answer
duty’s call. Leaving their jobs, their homes, and their families, they continue
to respond in the finest traditions established throughout our history. This
print captures their sacrifice and the sacrifice of their families to insure the
liberty and security enjoyed by all Americans. “Freedom isn’t Free!”
Whenever the country calls, America’s National Guard and Reserves are
there, Americans at their best. Whether serving their community in time of
natural disaster, working in a state emergency, or serving in a federal status
as part of the active component, the Guard and Reserve is there.
l Illustration by James Dietz - Copyright © 2005.
All rights reserved. No part of the contents of this website may be reproduced
or utilized in any form without the written consent of American Art & Antiques, Inc.
Here at Ozark Airfield Artworks we offer a large selection art prints. These prints
mainly depict modern and historic aviation along with military, civil and space flight. We
also deal with naval subjects and military armor and infantry works. These prints are
from all the top national and international artists along with some local artists. Many of
our prints are signed by the artist and by famous pilots and veterans. If you are looking
for a specific plane, pilot, artist or subject please contact us.
mainly depict modern and historic aviation along with military, civil and space flight. We
also deal with naval subjects and military armor and infantry works. These prints are
from all the top national and international artists along with some local artists. Many of
our prints are signed by the artist and by famous pilots and veterans. If you are looking
for a specific plane, pilot, artist or subject please contact us.
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