GHENT, WV (WVNS) — On June 3, 1861, the bloodiest war fought on American soil commenced with a bang: the Battle of Philippi, also known as the “Philippi Races.” The battle is commonly considered the ...

John Clark, a Civil War historian since his days as a student of the famed Dr. Bud Robertson of Virginia Tech, was the guest speaker for the Smyth County Retired Teachers Tuesday, a notable date for ...

Louie Gallo’s work sometimes encircles him much like the Civil War generals he researches tried to do to their enemies more than 150 years ago. “That’s actually what I love about this job: the moments ...

The Michigan 21st Regiment’s Civil War battle flag is more than just a piece of fabric, it’s a symbol of Ionia County history ...

Aug. 23—Weekend event will be held in Barboursville City Park BARBOURSVILLE, W.Va — Barboursville Civil War Days will be held the weekend of Oct. 21-23, 2022, at City Park in Barboursville, West ...

The date selected for this event was between Veterans Day, Nov. 11, and Nov. 19, which is when President Abraham Lincoln gave ...