Langley Lawn Cemetery
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Langley Lawn Cemetery in Langley, BC, is recognized for its significance in heritage and history, offering valuable insights for genealogists, historians, and family members. It features a virtual tour of the Township's two oldest cemeteries, Fort Langley Cemetery and Murrayville Cemetery, showcasing unique grave markers and a database of over 10,000 records for research purposes.
The cemetery is designed emblematic of the changing attitudes toward death and burial practices, reflecting a transition from elaborate tombs for the elite to modern lawn cemeteries characterized by sprawling lawns, minimal paths, and flat grave markers. Langley Lawn Cemetery also honors the contributions of veterans, having dedicated sections for their burials along with offerings that accommodate contemporary practices like cremation.
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