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History of Loudoun County Virginia history

History of Loudoun County Virginia history

$ 9.95

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  • Condition: Brand New
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  • Bindery: Spiral Bound
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    Site of much Civil War activity....
    Loudoun County,
    Virginia
    Early days in Loudoun County, VA, are recalled in this informative book, a reprint of
    History and Comprehensive Description of Loudoun County Virginia
    by James W. Head, originally published in 1908.
    This brand new 91-page spiral-bound 11" x 8.5" book is printed on 60# paper. Because of the larger size, each page contains 2 pages from the original book. The colorful front cover is protected with a vinyl sheet.
    The book is divided into three sections: Descriptive, Statistical and Historical. The first part covers topography, boundaries, climate, geology, soils, flora and fauna, transportation and towns and villages, which include Leesburg, Round Hill, Waterford, Hamilton, Purcellville, Middleburg, Ashburn, Bluemont and others. The Statistical section includes population, industires, live stock, soil products, education and religion.
    Topics found in the "Historical" department are: Formation, Derivation of Name, Settlement and Personnel, Early Habits, Customs and Dress, French and Indian War, Representation at Colonial Assemblies, etc., The Revolution, War of 1812, the Mason McCarty Duel, General Lafayette's visit, Mexican War, Secession and Civil War, including the battle of Ball's Bluff at Leesburg and the Sacking of Loudoun, and reconstruction.
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