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A rich, illustrated chronicle of Woburn’s burial grounds and their inscriptions. This edition gathers historical notes, epitaphs, and urban growth details from the Second Burial-Ground, offering a window into the town’s past through stone and story.
From early burial practices to the evolution of the yard and its monuments, the book compiles era-by-era epitaphs and notes that illuminate the lives of residents, local events, and community memory. It presents inscriptions as they were recorded in 1847, alongside explanatory context about the grounds, notable interments, and the town’s development over time.
- Verbatim inscriptions and epitaphs from the Second Burial-Ground, with parallel notes on their people and dates.
- Historical context about yard management, land changes, and the town’s growth from 1700 onward.
- Biographical glimpses through grave markers, including reflections on notable residents and local events.
- Observations on longevity, family ties, and the social fabric revealed by cemetery lists.
Ideal for readers interested in local history, genealogy, and the material stories embedded in old cemeteries.
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Deacon Josiah Converse, eldest son of Deacon Edward and Sarah Con verse, was born in England; came with his father to New England, 1630; and to Woburn, 1641 was deacon of Woburn Church, 1674. He married Esther Champney, March 26, 1651, daughter of Richard Champney, ruling elder of the church in Cambridge.
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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a comprehensive account of the two ancient public burial grounds in Woburn, Massachusetts. It captures the historical significance of these sites, providing insights into the evolution of funerary practices, demographics, and societal values in the town. The book presents a detailed analysis of the inscriptions on the gravestones, which serve as valuable records of the lives of early Woburn residents. Through these inscriptions, the author reconstructs the social landscape of the community, shedding light on family lineages, occupations, and causes of death. The book not only preserves the memory of individuals long passed but also contributes to our understanding of the social and cultural history of New England in the 17th and 18th centuries, making it an invaluable resource for historians, genealogists, and anyone interested in local history and the lives of ordinary people in early America. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9781333620646_0
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