Mission Nombre de Dios
“Sacred
To the Memory of H. V. Graves.” Born April 5, 1855, died May 4, 1884. This
simple tombstone on the Mission Nombre de Dios grounds is situated in a
peaceful spot within view of the beautiful Lagoon and its stately white curved
bridge. Unfortunately, this person’s identity, whether male or female, is
shrouded in mystery. What might have ended his or her life at age 29 remains
unknown.
St. George Street
If
you’ve seen St. Augustine’s famous Bridge of Lions, you might recognize their
“little brother” perched at the Queen Isabella garden on St. George Street. Note
the Florida state flag at far left, and the palms which tower over the
Marin-Hassett house whose roof can be seen at right. This is actually one of
two lions . . . the pair of sentinels can be found watching over the garden
entrance, vigilant at their posts.
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