The stories behind the gravestones in Alexandria, Virginia's Cemeteries

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Discover the Untold Story of Thomas Tretcher: from Teenager on Captain Cook’s Third Voyage to Merchant Ship’s Captain in Alexandria

Post author By David
Post date July 17, 2023

In Alexandria’s Presbyterian Cemetery lies Thomas Tretcher (1760 – October 15, 1815), a notable figure with a fascinating history. During his teenage years, Tretcher served as an Able Seaman (AB), […]

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