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Bald eagle and the thin blue line

January 24, 2021 by Tony Leave a Comment

Bald eagle and the thin blue line
A bald eagle soars through the sky with the thin blue line flag fluttering in the wind. (Tony’s Takes)

Posting this today in memory of Adams County Sheriff’s Deputy Heath Gumm, end of watch January 24, 2018.

Three years ago today, Deputy Gumm was gunned down in the line of duty, an event that devasted our community and indeed, the state of Colorado. My dad served 26 years on the Denver Police Department and as such, I have always had the greatest respect for the men and women who put on the badge and stand on that thin blue line.

When I captured this image this past Wednesday at a local pond here in Thornton, I was absolutely ecstatic. The symbology of our national emblem and the flag mean a great deal to me and I was honored to have been able to capture it, not only for Deputy Gumm but for all law enforcement officers across the nation.

In memoriam, Deputy Heath Gumm, end of watch January 24, 2018

February 2, 2018 by Tony Leave a Comment

Tragedy struck our community last week when Adams County Sheriff’s Deputy Heath Gumm was shot and killed while pursuing a suspect. My flags have been flying at half-mast since then in honor of this young man who gave his life in service to his fellow man.

Today, Deputy Gumm was laid to rest and tomorrow, my flags will once again fly high. I hope to never have to lower them again but, sadly, I know I will.

All we can do is say a prayer for the brave men and women that serve on that thin blue line and their families and let them know we appreciate them and support them.

In memoriam, Adams County Sheriff's Deputy Heath Gumm. (© Tony’s Takes)
In memoriam, Adams County Sheriff’s Deputy Heath Gumm. (© Tony’s Takes)

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