Philadelphia National Cemetery
Philadelphia National Cemetery, Military cemetery and National Register of Historic Places site in North District, Philadelphia, United States.
The Philadelphia National Cemetery features a central avenue leading to a tall flagpole, surrounded by aligned rows of white gravestones and memorial monuments.
Established during the Civil War to accommodate Union soldiers, the cemetery expanded to include veterans from World War I, World War II, and the Vietnam War.
The cemetery grounds host commemorative events on Memorial Day and Veterans Day, bringing together local communities to honor military service members.
Located at coordinates 40.059722, -75.157778, the cemetery provides burial services for active duty personnel, veterans, spouses, and eligible military dependents.
Over 13,000 military personnel rest within this cemetery, which maintains detailed documentation about burials and service records for genealogical research.
Location: Philadelphia
GPS coordinates: 40.05972,-75.15778
Latest update: March 3, 2025 15:07
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