Juneteenth Gravestone Dedication and Cemetery Tour
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Join us at 10AM on June 19th for a walking tour of African American Civil War soldiers followed by a gravestone dedication at 10:45 AM.
About this Event
About this Event
Pvt. Samuel Pratt fought for his country and the emanicpation of his people as part of Co. D, 24th United States Colored Infantry - segregated, but free.
In 1926, Pratt passed away at the age of 87, interred at Greendale Cemetery without a tombstone for 100 years. Join us to dedicate a new gravestone for Samuel as well as learn more about the African American Civil War soldiers buried there.
*Please note: this will be a walking tour starting at 10AM. If you are unable to walk long distances for the tour, we still encourage you to join us at the cemetery at 10:45 for the gravestone dedication. Signage will direct you to his burial location.
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Where is it happening?
Greendale Cemetery, 700 Randolph Street, Meadville, United States
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Host or PublisherThe Crawford County Historical Society
