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Wilmington National Cemetery, Wilmington

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Wilmington National Cemetery is a United States National Cemetery located in the city of Wilmington, in New Hanover County, North Carolina. Administered by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs, it encompasses 5.1 acres (2.1 ha), and as of the end of 2005, had 6,171 interred remains.
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  • By Nancy820
    This cemetery is well maintained. The grounds are kept mowed and the headstones are in good condition considering how old some of them are.  more »
  • By Monk55
    Left flowers at my parents grave site. Cemetery was clean and well kept. Has trash cans for old flowers and trash.  more »
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  • By Shiela Baker
    Very well taken care of.
  • By Steve C
    Beautiful and poignant. Well cared for.
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