Monthly Archives: June 2011

Guide to the Soldiers’ National Cemetery

Posted on June 30, 2011 by

Lincoln and the Human Interest Stories of the Gettysburg National Cemetery by James M. Cole My rating: 4 of 5 stars Unlike Arlington National Cemetery, which has had many books written about it, Gettysburg National Cemetery — a.k.a. Soldiers’ National … Continue reading →

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Cemetery of the Week #21: Soldiers’ National Cemetery

Posted on June 29, 2011 by

Soldiers’ National Cemetery Gettysburg National Military Park 97 Taneytown Road, Gettysburg, PA 17325 Visitor Information: 717-334-1124, extension 8023 Dedicated: November 19, 1863 Size: 17 acres Number of interments: 3,654 Open: Dawn to sunset daily. The cemetery is closed to vehicular … Continue reading →

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Weekly Photo Challenge: Refreshing

Posted on June 28, 2011 by

I find the quote which adorns the exterior of Grant’s tomb refreshing. “Let us have peace” are the words which closed the President’s memoirs. For a man who served his country in war, his final wish strikes me as beautiful … Continue reading →

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Cemeteries in the Summer

Posted on June 27, 2011 by

I think there’s nothing more beautiful than a lush, green cemetery in the summertime.  Flowers blooming, birds singing, soft breezes at play, and beautiful statuary:  what could be more relaxing? I’ve listed my favorites below, but I’m hoping you’ll also … Continue reading →

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A guide to Napoleon’s tomb

Posted on June 24, 2011 by

Napoleon’s Tomb by Celine Gautier My rating: 4 of 5 stars I picked up this beautifully illustrated little guidebook at the gift counter in Paris’s Church of the Dome, the place where Napoleon found his final rest. The guidebook doesn’t … Continue reading →

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