Nigel Rudolph and others in his field argue that burial grounds serve the living more so than the dead, justifying the need for their discovery and protection. Florida lawmakers are recognizing this in the upcoming legislative session.
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Decades ago, Cedar Grove Cemetery was described as a serene, peaceful final resting place for many Black Charlotteans. But the property has been largely ignored after its last known owner died in 1972. Toppled headstones, trash and overgrown trees cover the cemetery, making it difficult to walk the grounds safely.
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