West Virginia Collection (page 13)

BATTLE OF RICH MOUNTAIN. Union troops charging during the Battle of Rich Mountain, West Virginia, on 11 July 1861 during the American Civil War. Engraving by William John Hennessy, 1861

GREAT RAILROAD STRIKE, 1877. Striking railroad workers dragging firemen and engineers from a Baltimore freight train at Martinsburg, West Virginia, 17 July 1877. Contemporary American wood engraving

GREAT RAILROAD STRIKE, 1877. Blockade of engines at Martinsburg, West Virginia, 16 July 1877, at the start of the Great Railroad Strike. Contemporary American wood engraving

WHEELING, WEST VIRGINIA. Wheeling, Virginia, present day West Virginia, seen from the Ohio side of the Ohio River. Wood engraving, American, 1856

MARTINSBURG, WEST VIRGINIA. Central view of Martinsburg, Virginia, present day West Virginia. Engraving, American, 1856

VIRGINIA: HAREWOOD HOUSE. Harewood House, the plantation home of Samuel Washington, brother of George Washington, at Charles Town, Virginia (present-day West Virginia). Line engraving, 19th century

WINCHESTER, WEST VIRGINIA. London Street at Winchester, Virginia, present day West Virginia. Wood engraving, American, 1856

HARPERs FERRY, 1859. John Brown and others with rifles and pikes, with hostages inside the engine house of the Harpers Ferry Armory, 18 October 1859. Wood engraving, American, 1859

BLENNERHASSETT ISLAND. A view of Blennerhassett Island on the Ohio River in present-day West Virginia, the staging ground for Aaron Burrs ill-fated expedition of 1806

WEST VIRGINIA: MOOREFIELD. Hills near Moorefield, West Virginia. Wood engraving, American, late 19th century

WEST VIRGINIA: BLACKWATER. Falls of the Blackwater River in West Virginia. Wood engraving, American, late 19th century

WV: PETERSBURG GAP. View of Petersburg Gap, West Virginia. Wood engraving, American, late 19th century

WEST VIRGINIA: OHIO RIVER. Ohio River near Wheeling, West Virginia. Wood engraving, c1840

DAILY LIFE: QUILTING BEE. Quilting bee in West Virginia. Wood engraving, 1854

UNITED STATES MAP, c1791. Map of the United States as it appeared following the admission of Vermont as the fourteenth state in 1791

THE HATFIELDS, 1899. Some members of the Hatfield clan: oil over a photograph, 1899

West Virginia family travelling by horse, 1800s
Horseback travelers in the Appalachians near Moorfield, West Virginia. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Log cabin in West Virginia, 1800s
Pioneer cabin below the cliffs of the Appalachians in West Virginia. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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Sheep brought home to a settlers log cabin in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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Coal miners emerging from the shaft after their nine hours of toil are ended, early 1900s. Hand-colored halftone of a photograph

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Grave Creek Mound, the largest mound remaining of the Adena Culture, West Viginia. Photograph

John Browns Fort, Harpers Ferry, West Virgnina, United States of America, North America

Town view of Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, United States of America, North America

The confluence of the Potomac and Shenandoah Rivers at Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, United States of America, North America

Countryside, West Virginia, United States of America, North America

Rural postboxes, West Virginia, United States of America, North America

Dulcimer, Vandalia Music Festival, Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America, North America

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Discover the natural wonders of West Virginia, a hidden gem in the heart of the USA. From the breathtaking Spruce Knob-Seneca Rocks National Recreation Area to the untouched beauty of Dolly Sods Wilderness Area, this state is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. Immerse yourself in nature as you witness a stunning sunset over tundra and rocks at Monongahela or marvel at the majestic Blackwater Falls, where scenic waterfalls cascade with grace. For adventure seekers, Rocky Point on Summersville Lake offers thrilling experiences amidst picturesque surroundings. Take a step back in time with an 1883 Ohio State Map or explore history through a map of Northeast United States published in 1882. Delve into West Virginia's rich coal mining heritage as you join coal miners sitting in a mining car on their next trip underground. Experience urban charm in Charleston, where city lights illuminate the I-64 bridge during enchanting evenings. Feel your heart race as you cross The New River Gorge Bridge, an impressive steel arch spanning 3, 030 feet over rugged Appalachian mountains. Step into history at Harpers Ferry and soak up its quaint town view that echoes tales from America's past. And when autumn arrives, be captivated by beautiful foliage painting Allegheny Mountains during Indian summer. West Virginia invites you to embrace its diverse landscapes and immerse yourself in its rich tapestry of culture and natural wonders. Come discover why this state is truly wild and wonderful.