The Old Burying Ground at Sag Harbor Long Island, New York Paperback / softback
by Dorothy I Zaykowski, Committee of the Old Burying Ground
Paperback / softback
Description
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.
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Out of stock
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:122 pages
- Publisher:Heritage Books
- Publication Date:01/02/2013
- Category:
- ISBN:9780788423475
Information
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Out of stock
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:122 pages
- Publisher:Heritage Books
- Publication Date:01/02/2013
- Category:
- ISBN:9780788423475