Historical Marker

Laurel Hill

CR 15, Belington · Belington · Barbour

Inscription

Battle of Laurel Hill, July 8, 1861, between Confederates and McClellan's army, followed by actions after Rich Mountain and Corrick's Ford, gave Federals control of State and established communication lines to the West. Fine view from peak.

Location

AddressCR 15, Belington

CityBelington

CountyBarbour

StateWest Virginia

Coordinates39.140810, -79.996100

Sources

West Virginia Archives and History, Highway Historical Marker Program

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