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The Unmarked Graveyard from Radio Diaries
Nov 20, 2023
Discover the hidden history of New York City's largest public cemetery, Hart Island. Uncover the mystery of an unidentified man buried in plot 383 and explore stories from World War II in Hawaii. Learn about efforts to eradicate smallpox and the impact of Stephen's death on the community. Reflect on the story of Neil Harris, Jr. and the opening of Hart Island to the public.
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- Heart Island is America's largest public cemetery, where over a million people have been buried, including those who couldn't afford private burials or were unidentified.
- The unmarked graveyard series from Radio Diaries sheds light on forgotten lives and the interconnectedness of individuals buried on Heart Island, emphasizing the emotions and complexities surrounding burial in a public cemetery.
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Heart Island: America's Largest Public Cemetery
Heart Island, located off the coast of the Bronx in New York City, serves as America's largest public cemetery. Since 1869, over a million people have been buried there, including those who couldn't afford private burials or were unidentified. The island has mostly been off-limits to the public, with its graves marked only by white posts with numbers. In this episode, the unmarked graveyard series from Radio Diaries explores the stories of individuals buried on Heart Island, shedding light on forgotten histories and the lives they lived.
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