UK: 'A Google Maps for graves' - that's the aim of a new project which will help people trying to find where their ance

The video discusses a project to photograph and reference millions of gravestones across thousands of graveyards, aiming to create a digital map valuable to historians, genealogists, and the public. The project involves advanced technology, including backpacks with cameras, laser scanners, and GPS, to collect data efficiently. The data is protected from loss and made accessible online, reducing physical handling. Local parishes will maintain the records, and the project also contributes to a National Biodiversity survey, offering insights into rare plants and animals in graveyards.

What is the primary goal of the gravestone mapping project?

• To create a digital map of burial sites

• To sell gravestone photographs

• To replace old gravestones

• To build new graveyards

Why is it important to have digital records of gravestones?

• To increase tourism

• To sell the data to companies

• To prevent loss due to natural disasters

• To create a virtual reality experience

What technology is used in the backpacks for data collection?

• Binoculars and compasses

• Smartphones and tablets

• Drones and satellites

• Cameras, laser scanners, and GPS

How long does it take to process the data collected from a graveyard?

• Several days

• A few hours

• Up to a week

• A month

How does the project benefit ecologists and biologists?

• By creating new habitats

• By offering free equipment

• By providing new research grants

• By contributing to a National Biodiversity survey