Sunday, December 22, 2013

Ancient Finnish Swordsman Found Buried With Two Swords

Metal detectorists exploring an area in southern Finland have stumbled upon the burial plot of a fascinating ancient figure. The extraordinarily well-preserved body was found buried with two sword,
 perhaps to aid him as he journeyed into the afterlife.

Read more at

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/11/19/finnish-swordsman-buried-two-blades_n_4304980.html

Friday, December 20, 2013

Coffin Plate Of Hannah Parent 1899

The Coffin Plate Of Hannah Parent
Hannah Parent
Died April 6th 1899
Aged 65 Years


I had a look around and found the following info. Not sure if its the right Hannah as the dates are off a bit but its worth a little investigating. For more Coffin Plates see Ancestorsatrest.com

Name: Hannah Parent
Birth Date: 1833
Age at Death: 66
Death Date: 8 Apr 1899
Burial Place: New Brunswick, Canada