Cypress Hills National Cemetery - Brooklyn, New York

Digital H.

Title: "Solemn Sanctuary of Heroes - Cypress Hills National Cemetery"

★★★★★

Nestled within the vibrant Cypress Hills neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York City, lies the 18.2-acre solemn sanctuary known as Cypress Hills National Cemetery. Visiting here is a powerful and humbling experience as one walks among the final resting places of over 21,100 veterans and civilians, including notable Medal of Honor recipients.

Entering the grounds through the historic wrought-iron gates, crafted in 1886, one is immediately taken by the tranquility in this urban oasis. The visitor's lodge, a beautiful Queen Anne-style building dating back to 1887, offers an office, meeting room, and a museum. A practical grave locator outside the club provides a helpful guide to navigating the sacred landscape.

The most extensive section of this cemetery at 625 Jamaica Avenue is a testament to the meticulous care and maintenance undertaken by the dedicated staff. Approximately 15,000 graves stretch across a narrow yet lengthy plot leading to a hilltop, all divided into 16 distinct sections. The immaculate grounds are a fitting tribute to those who have served our nation, making this cemetery a sanctuary of respect and remembrance.

From the Civil War to World War II, the cemetery houses the graves of several courageous individuals who have made significant sacrifices for our country. Medal of Honor recipients such as Daniel Daly, Robert Dunham, John Mapes Adams, and John Nihill is interred here; their final resting places are a poignant reminder of their bravery and selflessness.

The section dedicated explicitly to Medal of Honor recipients is particularly touching, casting a profound light on these individuals' extraordinary acts of bravery. It underscores the cemetery's role as an important site of reflection and remembrance.

I strongly recommend visiting the Cypress Hills National Cemetery to anyone wishing to pay their respects to our country's fallen heroes or seeking a moment of quiet reflection amidst the city's bustle. It is a place of profound significance where the echoes of history blend seamlessly with the respect and gratitude of the present.

Pastor A. S.

The order in which all the arrangements and coordination of my dad’s going home service was conducted was beyond words to explain everything was in order and I had no cause to worry about anything
On behalf of Mr. Wilfred Canterbury’s family and I pastor Anita, I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to everyone who was involved in the process of this sad. beautiful and special time in our lives.
Mr Lynbrook is one of the most humble person I have encounter and oh my! He is loaded with empathy's beyond understanding
Thanks to the staff of Lynbrook Funeral Home.
May the Lord continue to pour out His blessings upon each one In their respected position
THANK. YOU. ALL

Mr. J.

Beautiful place, all decked out with American flags for Memorial Day. Beautiful iron gates at this historic cemetery. WWI, Korea…etc . Graves gently sloping up the hill.

Lawrence K.

It was the Wreaths Across America retirement event. The Mission Continues and other organizations were out there in the cold, removing wreaths.

samspinchat

Some reviewers are apparently confusing this national cemetery with Cypress Hills Cemetery. Their relatives must be buried in Cypress Hills Cemetery, not the national cemetery as that ran out of grave sites in 1954.

TJ W.

They need to specify that their Veterans’ National Cemetery is no longer taking veterans. The private cemetery is open to everyone.

Sandra D.

I visit here fairly often as my great great uncle is interred here. A very historic and sobering place, definitely worth a visit.

Paula M.

My son is buried there it's always clean.walking to his resting place is so easy to get to