The US government operates 139 national cemeteries for military veterans and their families, managed by the National Cemetery Administration and the National Parks Service. Arlington National Cemetery is the most famous. Burial is reserved for those who served the US, with costs covered by the government. There are also 24 overseas cemeteries for American military […]
New Orleans has five major Catholic cemeteries, featuring above-ground graves due to the swampy terrain. The oldest, Saint Louis #1, is the most famous and includes the grave of Marie Laveau. Other cemeteries, such as Saint Louis #2 and #3, feature the graves of famous musicians and historical figures. Greenwood Cemetery has a memorial to […]
