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SLevesque sent me the following information about Magnolia Cemetery:

Magnolia Cemetery covers over 120 acres, and contains some 80,000 grave sites. Originally called the New Burial Ground, the name was officially changed to Magnolia Cemetery on January 15, 1867. Adjoining Magnolia Cemetery are a National Cemetery containing the graves of over 6,000 veterans, and the cemeteries of Mobile's two Jewish congregations. Today Magnolia Cemetery is cared for and managed under contract by the Friends of Magnolia Cemetery, Inc., which has made it an inspiring example of historic preservation and restoration. The variety and array of funerary art on display is breathtaking; from hauntingly mournful angels to elaborate urns, anchors, lambs, and crosses symbolizing hope, mercy, forgiveness, and memory. In addition, the many graceful epitaphs are reminders of a more eloquent and devout age. A visit to this fascinating necropolis is an outdoor experience not to be missed.

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