British Cemetery of Funchal
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British Cemetery sketch in 1866 | |
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Established | 1770 |
| Location | Funchal, Madeira |
| Country | Madeira, Portugal |
| Type | Anglican cemetery |
| Website | Official website |
The British Cemetery of Funchal contains three Commonwealth burials of the First World War and three from the Second World War, all seamen of the Royal or Merchant navies.
History
The British Cemetery dates its origin from 1770. Prior to this date, Madeiran Law dictated that the mortal remains of those deceased who were not Roman Catholic by faith were to be buried at sea, thrown from the cliffs at Garajau,[1] later a statue of Christ was erected in remembrance of this called Cristo Rei, Madeira.
However, from 1772 onward, British interests in Madeira secured a burial ground in the outskirts of Funchal. This cemetery remains today, although the boundaries have been slightly moved and added to.
Notable Interments
- Paul Langerhans discovered Islets of Langerhans
- Captain Cecil Buckley the first to be gazetted with the Victoria Cross, in 1875,
- George Oruigbiji Pepple ruled the Kingdom of Bonny
- William Reid founder of the Reid's Palace Hotel
References
- ↑ "Burial of Joseph Dundas Miller". Annefield.net. Retrieved 27 January 2016.
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