05/24/2026
Private Charles Graves is buried in the tomb of the known soldier in Rome, Ga. He gave his life for our country in the 1st world war.
After a parade in New York, attended by none other than President Harding, the plan was to lay him to rest in Arlington near the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. His mother objected and had his remains brought home. There is a beautiful memorial at the Myrtle Cemetery in downtown Rome.
If not this Memorial Day, perhaps someday you can stop by and show your respect.