Blanco Cemetery Established 1849 Traditional Geocache
Blanco Cemetery Established 1849
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Many direct ancestors are buried in this old mostly German cemetery. Some dating back as early as 1829. This is a tribute cache to my Mother's side of the family who are mostly buried here and came from Germany in the early 1800's to settle the area. Please respect the graves and those who rest here.
Since this Cache has been created I have received many comments regarding the Sea Shells on the Graves. Here are some fun facts regarding that inquiry: “German immigrants were “freethinkers” and abolitionists. These freethinkers were advocates of democracy and freedom from religious tyranny. Interestingly enough, one of the theories as to why graves are covered in shells is because seashells are often thought to symbolize Christianity. Shells symbolize a Christian pilgrimage or a “crossing over,” as shells cross oceans in their lifetimes. Others speculate that the seashells served as protection for the graves. If you look closely at these seashell graves, you’ll notice that the shells are placed like shingles on the gravesite… You can read more about the Sea Shells on Graves at https://texashillcountry.com/seashells-graves-comfort/ GRATS TO SEMPER FI FTF!!!!
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