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Penguins don't get buried. Neither do walruses. We just fade away and drift off into the Antarctic Ocean.

Located next to the site of the Battle of New Orleans is Chalmette National Cemetary.
Established in 1864, it was created to honor Union soldiers who died in Louisiana during the Civil War.
Almost 12,000 soldiers, whites and blacks alike are buried here.
Entrance to the Chalmette National Cemetary
History of the Cemetary
Location next to the Battle of New Orleans
Grave markers as far as the eye can see
Resting with honor
Wider spacing here
Soldiers from other states..
and countries honored
Jeremiah Foley, of Killarney County, Ireland rests here
A closer view of some markers
This is a seperate plot for members of the United States Colored Troops
John Jones, USCT
The inscription reads "Dum Tacent Clamant"; Though Silent He Speaks
A unique tree for a unique place of honor


Visit the site of the Battle of New Orleans
Check out Baton Rouge
Eatin' good all around New Awlins
Travelin' the neighborhoods


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*Emperor penguin chick photo courtesy of Guillaume Dargaud