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Photographer: Kevin W.
Taken: August 12, 2010
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The Carter Tombs | Additional Description: After nearly two and a half centuries of exposure to the elements, and many attempts at restoration, the tops of the Carter Tombs had become fragmented beyond repair and the bases themselves were in danger of complete collapse.
To preserve this priceless heritage, it was reluctantly decided to replace with replicas the tops of these 18th Century tombs, to store the remains of the tops for safe-keeping, and to repair the bases. The tombs now appear much as they did when first erected.
This preservation of the Carter Tombs is the result of careful research and fine craftsmanship.
July 1, 1980
Submitted: August 17, 2010, by Kevin W. of Stafford, Virginia.
Database Locator Identification Number: p123091
File Size: 4.494 Megabytes
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