Researchers reveal new insights into America's oldest tombstone, dating back to 1627 in Jamestown.

Researchers have uncovered new details about America's oldest surviving tombstone, located in Jamestown, Virginia, dating back to 1627. The "Knight's Tombstone," likely belonging to Sir George Yeardley, was traced to a Belgian export business through microfossils revealing European origins. The stone traveled from Belgium to London for carving before reaching Jamestown, highlighting early colonial burial practices and the settlement's role in transatlantic trade.

October 31, 2024
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