The man who trades freedom for security does not deserve nor will he ever receive either – Benjamin Franklin.

Newcastle Historic Coal Miner’s Cemetery

We recently found out about the Newcastle Historic Coal Miner’s Cemetery from the Seattle Times and wanted to have a look. It is only open by appointment and for major holidays, and last weekend counted!

It was such a humbling experience to see these people’s graves, forgotten, yet pioneers of the Seattle area, right in the middle of the city. Here are the pictures:

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