Gravestone Inscriptions and Records of Tomb Burials in the Granary Burying Ground, Boston, Mass (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Ogden Codman

 
9780265745168: Gravestone Inscriptions and Records of Tomb Burials in the Granary Burying Ground, Boston, Mass (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Ancient inscriptions come alive in this detailed index of Granary Burying Ground tombs .

This nonfiction volume catalogs gravestones and burials in Boston’s historic cemetery, presenting an extensive record of names, dates, family connections, and tomb locations that illuminate early American life.

The pages capture the cadence of grave markers across generations, offering a window into a busy urban burial ground. While no story is spooled out, the compiled entries let you trace lineage, migration patterns, and local history through concrete details.
  • A wide catalog of individual inscriptions, with names, ages, dates, and tomb numbers
  • Clues for genealogists and historians studying families linked to early Boston
  • Insight into burial practices and community life reflected in gravestones
Ideal for researchers, local history enthusiasts, and genealogists who want a tactile, data-rich view of a storied American cemetery.

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