List of cemeteries in the United States
== List of cemeteries in the United States ==
The United States is home to a vast number of cemeteries, each with its own unique history and significance. Cemeteries in the U.S. range from small family plots to large, nationally recognized burial grounds. This list provides an overview of some of the most notable cemeteries across the country.
Notable Cemeteries[edit | edit source]
Arlington National Cemetery[edit | edit source]
Arlington National Cemetery is a military cemetery located in Arlington, Virginia. It is one of the most well-known cemeteries in the United States, serving as the final resting place for over 400,000 military veterans and their families. The cemetery is also home to the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
Green-Wood Cemetery[edit | edit source]
Green-Wood Cemetery is a historic cemetery located in Brooklyn, New York. Established in 1838, it is known for its beautiful landscape and notable interments, including famous artists, politicians, and Civil War generals.
Hollywood Forever Cemetery[edit | edit source]
Hollywood Forever Cemetery is located in Los Angeles, California. It is the final resting place for many of Hollywood's greatest stars, including Rudolph Valentino, Judy Garland, and Douglas Fairbanks.
Mount Auburn Cemetery[edit | edit source]
Mount Auburn Cemetery in Cambridge, Massachusetts is considered the first rural cemetery in the United States. Established in 1831, it is known for its picturesque landscape and as the burial site of many prominent individuals, including Henry Wadsworth Longfellow and Oliver Wendell Holmes Sr..
Woodlawn Cemetery (Bronx, New York)[edit | edit source]
Woodlawn Cemetery in the Bronx, New York is one of the largest cemeteries in New York City. It is the final resting place for many notable figures, including Herman Melville, Miles Davis, and Duke Ellington.
Forest Lawn Memorial Park (Glendale)[edit | edit source]
Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Glendale, California is known for its elaborate statuary and art. It is the burial site of many celebrities, including Walt Disney, Michael Jackson, and Elizabeth Taylor.
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