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Headstones
A headstone is also commonly known as a tombstone or gravestone. It is a marker that is placed over a grave, listing the deceased person's name, date of birth, and date of death.
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How many miles from tombstone AZ to santa fe New Mexico?
It is 490 miles. By car, if you average 60mph, it will take you 8 hours and 10 minutes. If you average 50mph, it will take you 9 hours and 43.33 minutes.
Where is cliff Burton's tombstone?
It is in Sweden, Europe. But he's not really 'there', he was cremated.
What does 719 RY on military headstone mean?
A Soldier former assigned to the 719th Railway Operations Battalion between 1943 and 1954. It was redesignated the 719th Transportation Battalion on 8 July 1954. Also mentioned in a 1945 article entitled, "The Story of the 1st Military Railway Service,
Absolutely not. IMMEDIATE family always have the "say." Also, apart fom the emotional aspect of it, if the grave marker was supplied by the government it is not even their's to do anything with. It is military property.
Why is marble good for the rock tombstone?
Marble actually is NOT a good stone for tombstones (also called monuments), granite is much better.
The reason marble is so abundant in older sections of cemeteries is the fact that marble is a very soft, porous stone. It was easier to carve letters and designs into marble with a hammer and chisel as opposed to granite.
When air compressors came around, pneumatic chisels came into the picture and granite became the stone of choice, due to its density and durability over time.
What does BSM-PH OLC mean on the bottom of a military headstone?
BSM = Bronze Star Medal PH = Purple Heart OLC = Oak Leaf Cluster - This was a small oak leaf was a device issued to indicate a second award of a previous medal, such as the Purple Heart or the BSM.
Was Joseph Simek the inventor of tombstone pizza?
In the 1960s, brothers Joseph "Pep" and Ronald Simek ran a neighborhood tavern called the Tombstone Tap on the outskirts of Medford, Wisconsin. The local watering hole, which sold beer at a dime a glass, was so named not because of any occult interests on the part of its owners, but rather because it was located across from a cemetery. One night, while letting loose to the "Peppermint Twist," Pep got a bit carried away and fell, breaking his leg. For the next six weeks, he hobbled about on crutches and was confined to the tavern's minuscule back kitchen. With nothing better to do, Pep relieved his boredom by experimenting with various pizza recipes as a snack for Tombstone Tap's patrons. Remembering some delicious pizza he had tried during a recent visit to the Windy City, Pep decided to produce a Chicago-style pizza and experimented with crust thickness, spices, sauces, and toppings until it was just right. By 1962, 35-year-old Pep had perfected his pizza with a secret slew of spices, tangy sauce, real Wisconsin cheese, and lean meats. Once the pizzas were served at Tombstone Tap, customers could not get enough. Word quickly spread about the terrific pizza at Tombstone, and by 1963 other local taverns commissioned the Simeks to make pizzas for them to freeze and serve later. Pep and Ron, along with their wives, Joan and Frances, began making pies in earnest from the living quarters attached to the Tap. Folks referred to their products as "Tombstone's" or "Tombstone" pizza, and the unlikely name stuck. From the beginning, the Simeks went about their enterprise with a singularity of purpose: to create the tastiest, best pizza possible, whether it was served to the tavern's customers or frozen for delivery. Even their method of delivery was unique and stylish--packed in dry ice, the handmade pizza pies were delivered in a snazzy 1959 Cadillac.
What is the phone number to Tombstone pizza?
"If you require immediate assistance or would like to speak to a representative from Kraft Foods, please call us at 1-877-535-5666." see link below .
A good first-step may be to check with a local stone mason who may have had similar requests in the past. Additional sources may be found through the art department of a local major university, or possibly even local art galleries.
A caveat; many, if not most, cemeteries, have strict and unyielding regulations regarding what is permitted in the form of grave markings. These regulations exist mainly for the purpose of providing a consistency and overall aesthetic balance. Additional considerations must be made regarding space allotment. There have been sad occasions when family members have spent substantial amounts of money for a headstone which violated cemetery policies, especially when there was an encroachment of apportioned plot spaces.
Finally, as part of societal and environmental changes, strict regulations may apply regarding the material used for a headstone. Constant exposure to the elements, cleaning chemicals, blades of mowers, strimmers, etc., all contribute to the durability and sustainability of tributes.
Try speaking with the cemetery administrator for guidance. They may be able to provide a ready-made list of approved headstone artists who are familiar with the strict regulations for your locale.
What does tec 5 co a 692 engr bn mean on a tombstone?
Tec 5 was a rank, and the 1260th Engineer Combat Battalion was the unit the soldier served with.
Tec 5 was a rank for men with technical training, like radio operators, mechanics and so on. The pay grade was the same as for a buck sergeant. The badge of rank was three chevrons (just like a buck sergeant) but with a capital "T" below.
Combat Engineers were very useful people and the work could be very dangerous. These men cleared enemy minefields, laid our own minefields, created our own protective wire entanglements and blew up those of the enemy, blew up enemy fortifications and pill boxes (often with the enemy still inside), repaired blown bridges, and so on. Frequently performing this work put them out in front of their own infantry and under enemy fire, clearing the way so the infantry could advance. The men had to be not only experts at their technical specialties but also proficient with standard infantry weapons, and ready to lay down their shovels and pick up their rifles at any moment.
Every US WWII division included among its own sub-units an Engineering Battalion. In addition to the divisions the Army created hundreds of "independent" battalions, of many types, including combat engineers. The idea was that these extra, "independent" battalions would be used to supplement the troops of the divisions, and could be moved around to work when and where needed. They were "independent" because they were not a permanent part of any larger formation. They were assigned to a higher HQ than a division, such as an army corps, or a field army, and so are sometimes referred to as "corps troops" or "army troops". Sometimes they were called "bastard battalions" - no parent unit.
Most independent battalions numbered 6-800 men, and because they were independent and not part of a bigger unit, not very many published their own history after the war, and they can be difficult to research. However there WAS a 48-page history of the 1260th Engineer Combat Battalion published, probably in Europe immediately after the war. You might find one, with patience, on eBay.
This Battalion appears to have been formed at Camp Pickett in Virginia in 1944, and to have operated in Europe first as part of the US 7th Army and then as part of the US 9th Army, ending the war in Germany. See related links below.
What is a person who makes tombstones called?
"Monumental Mason" is the technical term for an individual who designs/makes monuments (for cemeteries, as well as other public locations). Some people prefer the term "Memorialist", however.
I should point out that the term "Tombstone" is not used in the industry, though. We call them markers, or monuments... occasionally you'll hear "gravestone" or "headstone".... but "tombstone" is not an industry term.
Within any monument company you may find an assortment of different professionals who specialize in various aspects of monumental masonry: letter cutters, stone cutters, stone carvers, etc.... In other words, any marker you see at your local cemetery may or may not have been worked on by more than one person specializing in one or more aspects of the Memorialist's craft.
Hope that helps!
What is the saying on Thomas Jefferson's headstone?
The headstone of Thomas Jefferson said: "Here was buried Thomas Jefferson Author of the Declaration of American Independence Of the Statute of Virginia for religious freedom & Father of the University of Virginia." This was writted by Thomas Jefferson himself prior to his death.
What does army tech 5 mean on a tombstone?
it is an old school army rank, equivalent to todays army Sergeant E5
Actually it is equivalent to a corporal E4, not an E5. a Tech rank was authorized in 1942 and done away with in 1948. a Tech 5 = E4; while a Tech 4(3 stripes)=a sergeant
What does the R stand for on Kirk's tombstone in Where No Man Has Gone Before?
nothing. it was just a continuity error, or a guess bye the person who made the tombstone, at his middle name....
What does CPL H eighth Regt Calif inf saw on a tombstone mean?
CPL is the abbreviation for Corporal, an army enlisted personnel rank. H could be the initial of the soldier's first name, as in "Smith, CPL H." 8th Regt. stands for Eighth Regiment. A regiment is a military unit consisting of 4 battalions, something like 2000 enlisted personnel and all the associated officers and supporting administrative troops. Calif inf suggests that this was a unit of the California reserve corps, as opposed to the regular army or the National Guard.
AnswerThis seems to refer to 8th Regiment California Infantry. If this was meant to be a WW2 unit, the name would be "8th Infantry Regiment". I thought there might be a possiblity that it was a national guard unit that had "California" in it title.The only type of name like this would be from the Civil War. I did not expect there were any California regiments in the Civil War but I did find a source that said there were 8 of them. They must have been raised to defend the western territories. Here is the details of the 8th Regiment. Does the headstone located in any of the cities??
8th Regiment Infantry - Organized by Companies as follows:
Company "A" - At Watsonville and mustered in November 17, 1864. Stationed at Fort Point, California., until February, 1865. At Cape Disappointment, mouth of the Columbia River, Washington Territory, until August 17, 1865, and at Fort Dalles, Ore., until October, 1865. Ordered to Fort Point, California., October, 1865.
Company "B" - At Sacramento and mustered in December 5, 1864. Stationed at Fort Point, Cal., until April 17, 1865. Moved to Fort Stevens, Ore., April 17-26, and duty there until October 11. Ordered to Fort Point, Cal.
Company "C" - Organized at San Jose and mustered in January 28, 1865. At Fort Point, Cal., until October, 1865.
Company "D" - Organized at San Francisco and mustered in February 14, 1865. Stationed at Fort Point, Cal., until October, 1865.
Company "E" - Organized at San Francisco January 25, 1865. Stationed at Alcatraz Island until October, 1865.
Company "F" - Organized at San Francisco February 14, 1865. Stationed at Point Blunt, Angel Island, until October, 1865.
Company "G" - Organized at Marysville and mustered in January 5, 1865. Stationed at Alcatraz Island until October, 1865.
Company "H" - Organized in Calaveras County and mustered in February 27, 1865, at San Francisco. Stationed at Alcatraz Island and Fort Point until October, 1865.
Company "I" - Organized in Yuba and Sierra Counties and mustered in at San Francisco February 6, 1865. Stationed at Fort Point until October, 1865.
Company "K" - Organized at Placerville and Sacramento and mustered in at San Francisco February 25, 1865. Stationed at Fort Point until October, 1865.
Regiment mustered out October 24, 1865.
Quoted from Link: http://www.civilwararchive.com/Unreghst/uncainf.htm#8thinf
Civil War Veteran Headstones
Headstones were provided to veterans of the Civil War and even modern veterans. This does not mean that the soldier died during the war. It was a way to recognize the deceased was a Veteran. You may research a family member and discover he served in the Civil War. You can order a replacement headstone and the government will provide it free of charge with his Name, Unit and date of death.
How do you get the tombstone of life and death on Sims 2 double deluxe if they are ashes in jars?
If you mean the cheat, type in the cheat bar: boolprop testingcheatsenabled true and then hold shift while clicking on your sim, and find tombstone of L and D. Good luck! :D
What is the distance between dallas tx and tombstone AZ?
Dallas TX to Tombstone, Arizona, United States: The distance between the starting point and the destination is 929mi, (1,494km), and with reasonable traffic conditions it will take approximately 13 hours 27 minutes of driving time.
