The State Veterans Cemetery in Black Mountain, NC is a government-operated facility that provides free burial plots for eligible North Carolina veterans, their legal spouses, and dependents. Veterans must have been discharged under honorable conditions and meet certain residency requirements, while dependents must provide proof of marriage or birth. The cemetery only allows government-furnished headstones and does not charge for their installation.
Under the guidelines established by Article 8A, Chapter 65 of the General Statutes of North Carolina, the State Veterans Cemetery Program ensures that qualified veterans receive the recognition and final resting place they deserve. With a focus on honoring those who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces, the cemetery program offers a dignified and respectful environment for interment, while also providing support and assistance to veterans and their families in navigating the eligibility requirements and documentation process.
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