FUNERAL

A ‘Lost’ Viking Graveyard Was Discovered in Norway

The archaeological site in Norway contains several burial mounds and boats that were used in Viking funerals.

Here's Why You Can't Keep Your Loved One's Skull

Mortician Caitlin Doughty explains why you can’t take a human skull home, from a lack of dermestid beetles to vague abuse-of-corpse laws.

Funeral Train of President Abraham Lincoln

A Brief History of Presidential Funeral Trains

President Bush's funeral has revived an old tradition.

The Highly Unusual Funeral of Lee Harvey Oswald

Fearing attacks on his corpse, the Secret Service guarded Lee Harvey Oswald well into the afterlife.

The Professional Mourners of Arlington Cemetery

More than 150 volunteers ensure that no soldier is ever buried alone.

The Only 4 Private Citizens to Lie in Honor at the U.S. Capitol

Billy Graham will be one of just a handful to receive the honor.

17 Behind-the-Scenes Secrets of Funeral Directors

Mental Floss talked to several to learn some little-known facts about the profession, from what happens behind the doors of the embalming room to the real reason you might want to think twice about that “protective” casket.