Benito Mussolini, Italy’s Facist Dictator during World War II, gave himself the title of “Il Duce”, or “Dux” in latin, which translates to “leader”. Around this time one of his followers planted trees in the hills, about 75km from Rome, proclaiming “DUX” for all to see.

Apparently locals in the 50s tried to erase the letters by planting more trees around the area but clearly that wasn’t very successful, and the 600 foot propaganda still stands.

Thanks: Aldo

This is a nice high res shot of a plane over autumnal suburbia in Illinois. I can’t seem to find the shadow of this one on the ground, but is must be pretty high to appear so big.

Sarah says:

This is a great pic of an airplane, cruising approximately above our house in Palatine, IL.

I’m guessing that you went looking for your house and found this great big plane over the top of it

Thanks: Sarah Lopez