The oldest cemetary of Waterloo dates from beginning of last century. Important Waterloo families are burried here. In November 11, 1918, at the end of WW I more than 5,000 Germans were still stationed at Waterloo. The village was liberated on November 21, 1918. Of the 126 soldiers of Waterloo, fifteen fell on the field of honor. Their names appear on a Monument on the lawn of honor in the cemetery where are graves of veterans of the 1940-1945 war.
Nobody is burried here anymore today but the cemetary is open at certain hours. In Lockdown times it is the only place where you are not in lockdown and it's also a place to show the mood of the population !
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It looks very nice and cared for. Some people don't like cemeteries but I find them pleasant and peaceful places, although sad at times when you read grave inscriptions.
ReplyDeleteI am with Andrew. I mostly like cemeteries and find them peaceful. War cemeteries are a different matter. So many young people.
ReplyDeleteI am glad this one is so well cared for though.
So many precious lives lost. Life comes into perspective very quickly when visiting a cemetery.
ReplyDeleteIt looks an attractive cemetery. Some of the old ones have become a haven for wildlife and make for a pleasant walk.
ReplyDeleteIt looks like a beautiful cemetery. Cemeteries are peaceful places but I find them very sad.
ReplyDeleteWe don't have graveyards like that. I find them interesting and wonder about people and their story.
ReplyDeleteCoffee is on and stay safe
It is certainly a well cared for and loved cemetery. I bet it makes for a interesting walk.
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