Eastern Cemetery, located at the base of Munjoy Hill, is the oldest major burial site in the city. It's relatively small, covering only 5 acres, but it, like most old cemeteries holds some interesting stories. For instance, in the War of 1812, an American ship the "Enterprise" and its British adversary the "Boxer" battled off the coast of Maine. Their commanders are buried side by side in this plot of land overlooking the sea. I wish I knew more about them, This wall, on the back side of the cemetery runs the entire length of this street in the East Bayside neighborhood. I have photographed it quite a few times and always seem to come a way less than satisfied. I also wonder at just what the workers were trying to accomplish with what looks to be a pretty haphazard, hodgepodge of rocks and mortor.
this is such a quiet street, with its own secrets, i think. for some reason sunsets photographed from this street are really striking...but that can be said of many streets in portland, the home of dramatic sunrises and sunsets. because this cemetery is generally locked up, we've never made it inside.
ReplyDeleteWhen we were kids and played basketball at the Lee Recreation Center, Dad used to park his car on this street and we would walk up to the gym. Every time I drive bye this spot, I think about that experience.
ReplyDeleteThe way may look pretty haphazard, but it's sturdy and lasts more than a lifetime...
ReplyDeleteTwo ennemy commanders for ever side by side ..it could be a good beginning for a writing classroom.
ReplyDeleteI guess they want to make sure no one gets out.
ReplyDeleteI like that wall! I guess I kind of like haphazard.
ReplyDeletei like any stone or brick wall. our soil in texas is too loose to support them for long.
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