This interactive map of Alexandria burials helps you discover the remarkable people who shaped American history and now rest in Alexandria’s cemeteries. From Revolutionary War heroes to Civil War witnesses, from mysterious strangers to civil rights pioneers, explore the lives of notable figures buried across Alexandria.

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Discover Remarkable Stories Across Alexandria’s Cemeteries

Explore 50 extraordinary lives spanning 250+ years of American history – all buried within a few square miles:

• Revolutionary War Heroes – Visit the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier of the American Revolution and meet Washington’s inner circle: Dr. James Craik (his physician), Dr. James Muir (his Masonic chaplain), and Lewis Nicola (who suggested he become king)
• Space Age Pioneers – Visit the grave of Wernher von Braun, the controversial Nazi rocket scientist who developed V-2 bombs for Germany before helping America reach the moon
• Civil War Naval Legacy – Discover the Lee family plot where Sydney Smith Lee (Robert E. Lee’s brother) and his son are buried – the son served on the last Confederate ship to surrender
• Alexandria’s Greatest Mystery – Learn about the Female Stranger, whose identity remains unknown after 200+ years
• Hollywood Connections – Find Julius Campbell, the Remember the Titans football star who became a symbol of civil rights progress
• Founding Fathers – Stand where John Carlyle is buried – his mansion hosted the planning of a military expedition that changed American history
• Presidential Connections – From Washington’s doctor to the diplomat who shaped America’s southwestern borders
• Community Heroes – Honor firefighters who gave their lives in the line of duty across different eras

Each marker tells a story. Each cemetery holds secrets. Each visit reveals connections you never imagined.

Click any marker to learn about each person’s life, read their full biography, and discover where they’re buried. Each story connects to the larger narrative of American history.

How to Use This Interactive Map of Alexandria Burials

• Hover or click any colored marker to learn about each notable person
• Red markers (R): Revolutionary War era figures
• Blue markers (C): Civil War era personalities
• Orange markers (P): Political and military leaders
• Green markers (F): Cultural figures and community leaders
• Purple markers (M): Mysteries and legends
• Click “Read Full Biography” to explore their complete story
• Click “View Cemetery” to see their burial location and other notable burials there

Stories Spanning Nine Historic Cemeteries

From Presbyterian Cemetery to Ivy Hill, discover:

• Alexandria’s Founding Era – Original trustees, mayors, and merchants who built the city
• Military Medicine – Physicians who served from the French & Indian War through the Civil War
• Religious Leadership – Ministers, chaplains, and spiritual leaders who guided the community
• International Heritage – Immigrants from Scotland, Ireland, England, and Germany who shaped Alexandria
• Rediscovered Graves – Recent archaeological discoveries bringing forgotten voices back to light

Cross-Reference Your Alexandria Burials Exploration 

• Start with cemeteries? Visit our Interactive Cemetery Map to explore by location
• Start with people? Use this biography map to discover notable figures, then explore their burial sites
• Planning a visit? Both maps provide addresses and directions to help you explore Alexandria’s historic sites

These remarkable individuals represent just a fraction of the 35,000+ people buried across Alexandria’s 35 historic cemeteries. Each grave tells a story that connects to the broader narrative of American history.