Publisher's Synopsis
Soldiers and Sailors Whose Graves Have Been Designated by the Marker of the Society is a historical book written by Henry Ashley May and originally published in 1901. The book is a compilation of information about soldiers and sailors who fought in various wars and conflicts throughout American history and whose graves have been designated by the marker of the Society.The Society referred to in the title is likely the Society of the Cincinnati, a fraternal organization founded in 1783 by officers who served in the Continental Army during the American Revolution. The Society's mission was to promote friendship and camaraderie among its members and to preserve the memory of the sacrifices made by those who fought for American independence.May's book provides detailed information about the soldiers and sailors whose graves have been marked by the Society, including their names, ranks, and dates of service. The book also includes information about the locations of the graves and the inscriptions on the markers.Overall, Soldiers and Sailors Whose Graves Have Been Designated by the Marker of the Society is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the American military and the sacrifices made by those who served. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the lives of the men and women who fought for their country and the ways in which their memory has been preserved over time.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
