‘Nothing But Death’: 20,000 Bodies Buried Under One of New York City’s Busiest Parks
1 sourceUpdated Dec 24, 2022
New York City’s Washington Square Park has always been known for drawing crowds. In the 1820s, the area was a parade ground, according to the city’s parks department. After it became a public park in 1827, wealthy…
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