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Eden Cemetery, one of America's oldest Black-owned cemeteries, exemplifies this concept. It functions as a living archive, embodying Philadelphia's Black history through the stories of those buried there. From revolutionary war veterans and Civil War heroes to civil rights activists and everyday community members, Eden stands as a testament to resilience and achievement. Notably, when these burial sites are recognized and documented, they reinforce the truth that Black genealogy is essentially American history itself.