
Tag: Civil War


Research: Mason County WV Library (Point Pleasant)
I made my way over to the Point Pleasant branch of the Mason County (WV) Public Library to see what they have as far as

(WV): The Sinks of Gandy
My friend Ben stopped by for a visit and we discussed my blog and sudden dive into “all things West Virginia history”. He asked me

Historical Marker: General Jenkins, “Greenbottom”
I pass this Historical Marker and the house it notates often. Last evening, on my way home from the drop zone I decided to stop

Women’s History Month: Clara Barton, humanitarian
Clara Barton (1821–1912) was an American nurse, suffragist and humanitarian who is best remembered for organizing the American Red Cross. I covered her last year