"While searching for a grave can be a long process, here are some ideas for finding the burial places of soldiers and veterans of the United States." Published 7 May 2009 Read more at Gena's Genealogy
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"Our ancestors' graves are more than just the resting place for their corporeal remains. They can be revealing indicators of the nature of the people themselves as reflected in the way they were marked." Published 5 May 2009 Read more at George's Genealogical Gleanings
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"So you're going to the cemetery. You got your camera, your notebook and pen, an extra battery, and an extra memory card. But how do you know you'll get the best pictures possible?" Published 19 Apr 2009 Read more at The Graveyard Rabbit Student!
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"When you locate that ancestor in a cemetery, look at the neighboring stones." Published 15 Apr 2009 Read more at Genealogy Tip of the Day
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"This is something that doesn't seem to cross most people's mind unless they have relatives in a cemetery which is being relocated (or they're a cemetery researcher and/or work for a Cultural Resource Management firm)." Published 9 Apr 2009 Read more at Cemetery Space
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"Cemeteries aren't forever. Many have been moved for highways, dams and other projects. Here's how to look for ancestors buried in currently non-existent cemeteries." Published 17 Feb 2009 Read more at Suite101: Genealogy Articles
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"When conducting on-site cemetery research, be sure to read the entire tombstone. Not everything on a tombstone is carved on the front." Published 14 Dec 2008 Read more at 24-7 Family History Circle
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"Hey, you’re thinking, what’s so tough about taking a photo? Just point the camera and press the button. Do that and you might get a photograph like the ones below. If you can read these, let me know what’s on them." Published 2 Sep 2008 Read more at Genealogy Help & Hints
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"Even if you’re lucky enough to know the name of your ancestor’s Cemetery, finding it can be an archaeological task worthy of Indiana Jones, especially with lost family cemeteries or towns that have changed names or disappeared completely." Published 15 Aug 2008 Read more at Genealogy Help & Hints
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"Although quiet and peaceful in appearance, cemeteries can be dangerous places." Published 15 Jun 2008 Read more at 24-7 Family History Circle
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