Monthly Archives: February 2012

P.O.S. of A.

Posted on February 9, 2012 by gravelyspeaking

  The Patriotic Sons of America (P.O.S. Of A.) In 1847, Dr. Reynell Coates founded the Patriotic Sons of America as an organization to promote the ideals upon which America was created and to pay honor and duty to the … Continue reading →

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Dogs

Posted on February 7, 2012 by gravelyspeaking

 Our Little Eddie He has gone to his Heavenly home His favoraite Dog still watching his tomb. Some of my favorite memories as a child were spent with the dogs that we had while I was growing up. We had … Continue reading →

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Table Tomb

Posted on February 5, 2012 by gravelyspeaking

  REVOLUTIONARY SOLDIER 1775-1763 PIERRE CHARLES L’FANT ENGINEER ARTIST SOLDIER UNDER THE DIRECTION OF GEORGE WASHINGTON DESIGNED THE PLAN FOR THE FEDERAL CITY MAJOR US ENGINEER CORPS 1782 CHARTER MEMBER OF THE SOCIETY OF THE CINCINNATI DESINGED ITS CERTIFICATE & … Continue reading →

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Barrel Tomb

Posted on February 4, 2012 by gravelyspeaking

Tombs, like gravestones, come in many shapes and sizes and are made of many types of materials.  These tombs constructed of brick, are called barrel tombs characterized by the rounded tops.  They are differentiated by the designs of the face … Continue reading →

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Floriated Cross

Posted on February 2, 2012 by gravelyspeaking

The cross is one of the most common symbols found in cemeteries. It is a Christian symbol that comes in many different designs with separate meanings often with ancient origins. The cross in the photo is called a fleury or … Continue reading →

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