Remote Graves and Cemeteries in Arizona's Wilderness
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Summary
The article explores the prevalence of remote graves and cemeteries in Arizona's wilderness, based on the author's personal experiences and research of topographical maps. The author found 147 named cemeteries and at least 9 marked grave sites, though many more unmarked graves exist. The piece focuses on one well-known grave - O'Neill's Grave along the Camino del Diablo, where prospector Dave O'Neill was buried in 1916 and where travelers leave coins and bullets as offerings.
Key quotes
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I found a total of 147 named cemeteries, but I also found 9 places where there was just a 'grave' or 'graves' shown
Passers-by leave coins and even bullets on the grave, maybe for good luck? US, Mexican and even Euro coins have been left there
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