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A cemetery was created along with the fort. In 1873, 20 acres (8.1 ha) were set aside to be a National Cemetery, and the remains interred in the original post cemetery were moved to it. Twenty-three cemeteries were moved from abandoned frontier forts to Fort McPherson; the last of these was moved from Fort Robinson when it was closed in 1947.
The fort was abandoned in 1880. A cemetery was created along with the fort. In 1873, 20 acres (81,000 m 2) were set aside for Fort McPherson National Cemetery, and the remains interred in the original post cemetery were moved to it. [5]
Pages in category "Burials at Fort McPherson National Cemetery" The following 6 pages are in this category, out of 6 total. This list may not reflect recent changes. F.
St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church and graveyard in Kronborg. This list of cemeteries in Nebraska includes notable examples of currently operating, historical (closed for new interments), and defunct (abandoned or removed) cemeteries, churchyards, columbaria, mausolea, and other formal burial grounds.
A remarkable photograph of an American bald eagle perched atop of a veteran's gravestone went viral on Memorial Day, and reminded the nation the true reason for the national holiday.Sunday evening ...
The National Cemetery Administration lists a total of 73 Civil War-Era National Cemeteries from 1861 to 1868. [ 9 ] Final military honors are provided for qualified Veterans by volunteer veteran or National Guard details known as Memorial Honor Details (MHD), upon application by family members through their choice of mortuary handling the deceased.
The county population contained 26.20% under the age of 18, 8.30% from 18 to 24, 26.60% from 25 to 44, 23.80% from 45 to 64, and 15.10% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 96.50 males.
Safety urged: California man electrocuted while hanging Christmas lights Here are some safety tips to remember this holiday season: The CPSC recommends people make sure their live Christmas tree ...