Crozet-Chenoweth/Rich Mountain
Inscription
Claudius Crozet, a French-born civil engineer formerly in the army of Napoleon, surveyed the Staunton-Parkersburg Turnpike and other major roads, tunnels, and canals in this region. The routes of these historic byways are a testimony to his skill in overcoming mountainous terrain. Here was home of Lemuel Chenoweth, legendary 19th century bridge-builder and architect.
[Reverse]
On July 11, 1861, Federal forces led by Gen. William S. Rosecrans routed Confederates five miles west at Rich Mountain in the first major Union victory of the Civil War. Telegrams amplified the victory. This battle drove Confederates from the region, propelled Maj. Gen. George McClellan to supreme Union command and paved the way for West Virginia statehood.
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Randolph County/Tucker County
Formed, 1787, from Harrison.
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Here, 1772, settled Captain Benjamin Wilson, commanding Wilson, Friend, Roney forts.
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Formed, 1787, from Harrison.
Benjamin Wilson
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