US History: The History of Death and Mourning

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GE-Human Culture: US History/Government They say that death is the great equalizer. But what do our approaches to death say about our history? How do war, religion, urbanization, and industrialization intersect in the “cities of the dead”? You will explore the ways Americans have commemorated and thought about cemeteries and mourning practices to better understand the history of the United States. Share this Page Facebook this Page (opens a new window) Tweet this Page (opens a new window) Print (opens a new window) Help (opens a new window)