Written in Stone: Researching in Cemeteries
In this course, you'll learn how to approach cemetery records, use what you gather in your research, and explore many options you may have never thought of to make the most of any cemetery visit. Amy will discuss tombstone inscriptions, symbols, military burials, and even how to take the best pictures when you're on your visit to your ancestor's final resting place.
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What You'll Learn
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Why Look at Cemeteries
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Finding Where Your Ancestor Is Buried
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Evaluating Tombstones
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Cemetery Records
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Tombstone Symbols
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Military Burials: More About Markers and Applications
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Military Burials
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Your Trip to the Cemetery: Putting Your Discoveries into Context
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Your Trip to the Cemetery: Things to Take With You
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Your Trip to the Cemetery
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In Closing