Old Burying Ground, Beaufort
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Old Burying Ground is a historic cemetery located at Beaufort, Carteret County, North Carolina. It was established in 1724. There are approximately 200 stones from the pre-American Civil War era, approximately 45 from the war period, about 150 from 1865 to 1900, and a few 20th-century markers. Notable burials include Otway Burns, a naval hero in the War of 1812, and Colonel William Thompson, commander of the Carteret County Regiment during the American Revolution. ()
Built: 1724 (300 years ago)Coordinates: 34°43'7"N, 76°39'49"W
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Which popular attractions are close to Old Burying Ground?
Nearby attractions include North Carolina Maritime Museum, Beaufort (5 min walk), Jacob Henry House, Beaufort (7 min walk), Beaufort Yacht Basin, Beaufort (7 min walk), Gibbs House, Beaufort (11 min walk).
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