Mehuman Hinsdell headstone, Deerfield, Massachusetts, 8087-A

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Collection Type

  • Photography

Date

1880-1889

GUSN

GUSN-389829

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Description

The image shows a headstone for Lieut. Mehuman Hinsdell in Deerfield, Massachusetts. The gravestone is inscribed with text stating that Mehuman Hinsdell passed in May 1752 at age 85, and was the first male child born in the area. It also notes he was twice captured. The headstone is set in a grassy cemetery, and partially adorned with plants. Other headstones are visible in the background.

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Descriptive Terms

cemeteries
headstones (tombstones)
photographs
gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP027310
A-Series negative 8087-A

Physical Descrption

1 glass plate negative

Collection Code

PC021

Collection Name

Emma Lewis Coleman photographic collection, 1880s

Date of Acquisition

1925

Reference Code

PC021.001.005.8087-A

Date Notes

Acquired month: 04

Places

Deerfield (Franklin county, Massachusetts)

Record Details

Originator

Coleman, Emma Lewis (Photographer)

Material Type

gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Description Level

Item

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