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human-interest2 years ago•1 min saved

"Discovery of Unmarked Graves in Former Black Cemetery at Florida Air Force Base Prompts Expanded Search"

Military officials at MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa, Florida, have located 121 possible graves from a former Black cemetery on the base grounds, dating back to between 1840 and 1920. The search, prompted by archival evidence and city records, utilized ground penetrating radar and cadaver dogs, leading to the discovery of 63 possible graves and 58 probable graves. The base plans to continue the search, allocating funds through 2025, after finding that the cemetery was larger than initially thought and was part of the forgotten or redeveloped African American cemeteries in the area.

via CNN|

#black-cemetery #florida #graves

human-interest2 years ago•2 min saved

"Discovery of 121 Unmarked Graves in Former Black Cemetery at MacDill Air Force Base Prompts Expanded Search"

The U.S. Air Force has discovered 121 potential gravesites in a former Black cemetery at MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa, Florida. The base plans to expand its search for gravesites and is working with the community to determine the best way to document the site and pay respect to those buried there. The cemetery's headstones were removed during the base's construction in the late 1930s, but the bodies remained, and the area has not been developed due to aircraft safety regulations. Base officials are committed to making amends for the past and have hosted a memorial service and dedicated a memorial on site.

via NPR|

#black-cemetery #gravesites #human-interest

human-interest2 years ago•3 min saved

"Expansion of Search for Lost Black Cemetery at Florida Air Force Base Reveals Over 120 Potential Gravesites"

Officials at MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa, Florida, have confirmed the location of the lost Port Tampa Cemetery, a burial site for many Black families during segregation, after an archeological survey identified 121 possible graves. Research and surveys will continue through 2024, with plans to expand the search area. The discovery has brought a sense of closure and a solemn feeling, with community stakeholders discussing potential actions for a memorial at the site.

via ABC News|

#archeological-survey #black-cemetery #florida

archaeology2 years ago•1 min saved

"Discovery of Unmarked Graves at Florida Air Force Base Prompts Expanded Search"

Up to 121 unmarked graves from a former Black cemetery have been found at MacDill air force base in Florida following a two-year archaeological survey, with 58 probable and 63 possible graves identified. The base plans to expand the search area and collaborate with the community to properly document and honor the site.

via The Guardian US|

#archaeological-survey #archaeology #black-cemetery