Freemasons Gravestone Symbols
Freemasons are the largest and most widely recognized fraternity with over 6 million members worldwide. Members are commonly referred to as Masons and leaders become Master Masons. We often think of “a mason” as a worker who uses bricks, concrete blocks, or natural stones to build…
The 10 Largest National Cemeteries in the USA
The 10 largest national cemeteries in the USA are some of the final resting places for those who gave the ultimate sacrifice to preserve freedom. Behind each gravestone is a story of courage, deserving a moment of quiet awe. What is a National Cemetery? A US…
American Revolution Gravestone Symbols
American Revolution gravestone symbols preserve the story of an important chapter in US history, a war for independence from 1775 to 1783. The American Revolution was fought over who had the authority to impose taxes – Britain or those governing Britain’s 13 colonies in America….
The Burial Site of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob and their Families
The burial site of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob is considered a holy place in Judaism, Islam, and Christianity. These early prophets were buried in the Cave of the Patriarchs in Hebron, Israel. Their wives Sarah, Rebecca, and Leah are also buried there, as are other ancient religious…
Cemetery Picnics our Ancestors Attended
Cemetery picnics? Those two words hardly seem to go together. But yes, cemetery picnics were a thing! And maybe, just maybe, YOUR ancestors attended them. Today, cemetery picnics may seem morbid or even creepy, but it was a common practice in the 1800s and early…
BillionGraves Eagle Scout Cemetery Projects
BillionGraves Eagle Scout cemetery projects are making an impact on the genealogy world! As Eagle candidates lead their volunteers in taking GPS-linked photos with the BillionGraves app, they are helping others find their ancestors and grow their family trees. In this blog post, you will…
