March 18, 2005

Medieval Franciscans reburied in Glasgow

FOR 500 years, they lay undisturbed as Glasgow changed from a small market town to the engine-room of an empire. Now, as their medieval burial ground becomes a science park, the remains of 20 followers of St Francis of Assisi are making the journey across the Clyde to their final resting place.
Full story here.

Posted by David on March 18, 2005 1:33 PM

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How final is Final?...they were supposed to already BE in their final resting place. In another couple hundred years will they be moved to make room for a new cemetary?

Posted by: Doug in Colorad on March 22, 2005 4:03 PM
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