North Stonington, CT
I came across this family cemetery while walking through the woods near my home in North Stonington, CT a number of years ago. The cemetery was over grown with brush, and as you can see covered with leaves from the previous autumn. I found it interesting that although this plot was far removed from any main roads, fairly deep in the forest, and somewhat neglected, someone remembered to decorate this particular grave with a flag. Only parts of the inscription can be read, but from what I can make out, this soldier/veteran died on January 29, 1761, which pre-dates the American Revolution. His name was William. I can't make out his last name. It's the oldest grave of a veteran I've found, although I'm sure there are some older around these parts. I thought it was appropriate to post this today so that we never forget all those who fought and died for our country.
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