Leading By Example, Partisan Fighters & Leaders Of New France, 1660-1760: Volume Two - Softcover

Bearor

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0788423479 ISBN 13: 9780788423475

Publisher: Heritage Books, Inc, 2019

Synopsis

The history of this exceptional Burying Ground dates to its opening in 1767 and includes a Revolutionary fort that was built on the site. The names and dates of the 334 men, women and children buried here from 1767-1870 include twenty-two Revolutionary War Patriots and "prison ship" victims. African-American and Portuguese sailors' graves are segregated. Brief biographies of Colonial settlers, whaling captains, children who died young, and other catalysts of the village's growth bring the past to life. A short biographical sketch of stonecutter, Ithuel Hill, Long Island's first documented stonecutter, precedes a discussion of gravestone types, carvings, and restoration techniques. Changes to the burying ground such as the opening of a new cemetery and the relocation of 111 graves conclude the history. One hundred and fifty epitaphs (including anecdotal and lyrical messages), a map with numbered grave sites, helpful hints on "cleaning stones" and reading inscriptions, numerous photographs and a fullname index are a few of the features that enhance this valuable tool for genealogists and history buffs alike.

Edition details

• Publisher: Heritage Books, Inc
• Publication date: 2019
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0788423479
• ISBN 13: 9780788423475
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 120