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Subject: Re: [Old Bones CEMETERY-L] Campground
Date: Wed, 26 Jan 2005 14:54:59 +0000
This is certainly another idea. This almost seems the most plausible. Some of the places that have "Campground" cemeteries would not be in a location where there would have been a battle as someone else suggested.
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> Just guessing and wondering ....
>
> Could the name Old Campground come from the many "Campground Meetings" that
> were scattered around the country. They were outdoor grounds where churches
> held annual extended Revivals. They set up tents and held services with many
> visiting preachers and speakers. It was sacred ground and I think it may be
> possible that they may have had cemeteries located there.
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> > Does anyone know the origin or reason that some cemeteries are referred to
> or named "Old Campground"? I have noticed when researching that most States
> have cemeteries with this name or designation.
> >
> > Thanks,
> > William
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