This majestic monument marks the grave of Major General Robert Patterson, who fought in both the Mexican-American War and the Civil War.
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Green-Wood's "Bride"
Way back when, the first significant monument I was introduced to at Green-Wood was the "bride." So significant was this that I ...
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Oh, he's lovely! What is that he has his paws on?
ReplyDeleteBeautiful! No idea how old this marker is, but it is in great condition!
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