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Great Cemetery at Woking - general view, 1856. Creator: Unknown
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Great Cemetery at Woking - general view, 1856. Creator: Unknown
Great Cemetery at Woking - general view, 1856.... it was amongst the undulating levels to the south of London that the most fitting site would be found for a burial-ground commensurate with the needs of the metropolis...The extent of land possessed by the Necropolis Company is upwards of two thousand one hundred acres, more than four hundred of which, of most appropriate soil, are already set apart and used for burial purposes...its prevision in purchasing so vast a tract of land as shall meet the need of generations yet unborn, and the liberality and earnestness with which it has commenced the work of making this vast graveyard for London the most beautiful garden in the world - thus associating the solemnities of death with nature in her loveliest and purest aspects - must be commended by all those who see the foundations on which social progress and public morality truly rest'. From "Illustrated London News", 1856
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Great Cemetery at Woking, 1856: A Visionary Response to London's Burial Needs This evocative photograph captures the expansive and serene landscape of the Great Cemetery at Woking, established in 1856. Situated to the south of London, this cemetery was chosen as the most fitting site to address the metropolitan area's burial requirements, as described in an article published in the Illustrated London News in 1856. The cemetery, owned by an unnamed benefactor, encompasses over two thousand one hundred acres of land, with more than four hundred acres already dedicated for burial purposes. The article's author expresses admiration for the foresight and generosity of the cemetery's founder, who recognized the need for a burial ground commensurate with the needs of the growing city. The cemetery's vast acreage was a testament to the founder's vision, ensuring that future generations would have ample space for interment. The author also commends the cemetery's commitment to creating a beautiful and tranquil resting place for the deceased, where the solemnities of death would be associated with nature in her loveliest and purest aspects. This photograph encapsulates the cemetery's grandeur and the sense of peace and serenity it offers, making it a fitting tribute to those who have passed on. The Great Cemetery at Woking stands as a testament to the importance of forward-thinking and compassionate planning, providing a final resting place that is both beautiful and enduring.
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