Cemeteries

Cemeteries

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The Importance of Cemeteries in Genealogical Research

Cemeteries stand as silent witnesses to our collective history, offering an invaluable trove of information that bridges the past and present. These sacred grounds are more than just final resting places; they are rich historic resources that provide profound insights into settlement patterns, historic events, religious practices, and the lifestyles of those who came before us. For genealogists and historians, cemeteries are indispensable, offering clues and connections that help piece together the intricate tapestry of our shared heritage.

From the layout of the graves to the epitaphs and symbols etched on tombstones, every detail in a cemetery can reveal stories of individual lives and broader societal trends. They offer a direct link to our ancestors, enabling us to trace family lineages, understand migration patterns, and uncover personal narratives that have shaped our communities.

Locating Cemeteries

Online

BillionGraves provides precise GPS coordinates for each headstone, making it easier to locate graves exactly within a cemetery.

Online Search

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FindAGrave – The Truth about FindAGrave

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Black Cemetery Network – Dr. Antionette Jackson

African American Cemetery Projects

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Military Cemeteries

Arlington Cemetery
Find A Grave Notable Graves

Interment.net Cemetery
U.S. Veterans Cemeteries

Records of the American Battle Monuments Commission [ABMC]

This register includes the records for those buried and memorialized at our World War I and World War II overseas military cemeteries, along with those names on the Walls of the Missing at the East Coast Memorial, West Coast Memorial, and Honolulu Memorial. Burial information can also be found for those interred at Corozal American Cemetery and Mexico City National Cemetery. This register does not include individuals who died overseas in World War I or World War II and were repatriated to the United States for burial.

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Military cemetery records often provide precise birth and death dates, which can confirm or clarify vital statistics. They can include full names, aliases, and relationships to other individuals (such as next of kin), helping to verify family connections.

These records often include details about the individual’s military service, such as rank, unit, and conflicts in which they served. Military burial records can lead to other military documents like pension files, service records, and enlistment papers. These additional documents can contain extensive genealogical data. Information on decorations and honors received can shed light on an ancestor’s experiences and contributions. 

United States Colored Troops Cemeteries

Obituaries

Headstones & Memorial Symbols

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