A United States Navy rear admiral with more than three decades of service, David F. Baucom most recently completed a two-year assignment as director of strategy, capabilities, policy, and logistics with the US Transportation Command. RADM David Baucom previously undertook a three-year military assignment in Japan and was able to travel the country with his wife. One of Japan’s most historic sites is the ancient capital of Nara, which was designed in the early 8th century as a walled city with the official name Heijo-kyo. Situated just south of Kyoto, the city took the Chinese capital as its model and incorporated a grid pattern and wide thoroughfare that ran to the Heijo Palace, where the emperor resided and government offices were located. Although Nara flourished as capital for less than a century, it represented a vital period of Japan’s history, when Buddhism gained official support and large temples were constructed throughout the city. Elegant wood sculptural traditions also took root, with the Chinese Tang dynasty a key influence. Many of these structures and artworks are still extant, and the city contains numerous UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The World Heritage Committee has also registered the surrounding primeval forest and the remains of the palace as significant cultural assets.
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AuthorDavid F. Baucom has served in the United States Navy for nearly 35 years and holds the title of rear admiral. Archives
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