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Civil War Veterans' Remains Laid to Rest
The remains of 28 Union Civil War veterans, long stored in Seattle, were finally laid to rest with military honors, including a moving ceremony for Byron Johnson in his Rhode Island hometown.
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- Where was Byron Johnson ultimately buried?
- Byron Johnson, one of the veterans, was buried in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, with military honors at his family's plot in Oak Grove Cemetery after his remains were transferred from Seattle.
- What was the significance of these reburials?
- The reburials served as a way to honor the veterans and educate the public about the sacrifices made during the Civil War.
- Describe the burial service held for the soldiers.
- Most veterans were buried at Tahoma National Cemetery in Washington, with a traditional service including musket volleys and the singing of "The Battle Hymn of the Republic".
- Where were the remains of the Civil War soldiers initially found?
- The cremated remains of 28 Union Civil War soldiers were discovered in storage in Seattle after several decades.
- Which organization played a key role in identifying and burying the soldiers?
- The Missing In America Project, with the help of volunteers, identified the soldiers and arranged for their burial with military honors.