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Nearly a hundred unmarked graves of incarcerated Black boys might get recognition after 150 years

Summary

A burial site in Maryland has about 100 mostly unmarked graves believed to be those of Black boys who were held at a segregated detention center. After 150 years, there is a possibility that these graves may be recognized.

Key Facts

  • The burial site is in a field in Maryland.
  • There are about 100 mostly unmarked graves at the site.
  • It is thought that the graves belong to Black boys from a segregated detention center.
  • The graves have been unidentified for over 150 years.
  • There is a current effort or possibility to officially recognize these graves.

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