Virginia County Names, Two Hundred and Seventy, Years of Virginia History (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Charles M. Long

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0267095074 ISBN 13: 9780267095070

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Discover how Virginia’s county names tell a rich story of place, power, and people.

This concise history uses naming as a lens on Virginia’s colonial past and its path to statehood, offering a fresh view of the Old Dominion through the names that mark its counties. The book traces two centuries of history, showing how names reflect English connections, revolutionary heroes, and American growth, with careful fact‑checking and thoughtful interpretation.

The narrative centers on how county names act as a framework for Virginia’s history, linking geographic features, immigration, governance, and national events. It blends documentary detail with accessible storytelling, making the past feel immediate and tangible. A map and appendices help readers connect names with dates, sources, and the people behind the labels.

• Explore why many counties carry English names and what that says about early settling patterns.
• Learn how Revolutionary heroes and American figures left a mark across Virginia counties.
• See how the dates of county formation align with major moments in Virginia and U.S. history.
• Use the included maps and appendices to trace the origins of each name and its source.

Ideal for history readers, Virginia enthusiasts, and students seeking a clear, engaging map of how place names reflect a broader story.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0267095074
• ISBN 13: 9780267095070
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 204