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Powhatan Historical Marker

In this vicinity is believed to be the birthplace of Wahunsunacock, better known as Powhatan. A village stood nearby that also bore the name Powhatan. (A historical marker located near Richmond in Henrico County, Virginia.)

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Much of what we've been told about Virginia's 1619 first Africans is wrong - Virginia Mercury
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Much of what we've been told about Virginia's 1619 first Africans is wrong - Virginia Mercury

You might have heard about the commemoration taking place later this month. “Four hundred years ago this month, the first African slaves arrived in North America on a ship landing at the Jamestown colony in what is today Virginia.” — PBS Newshour, Aug. 1. That 1619 event was “the first documented arrival of enslaved Africans […]

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Slavery in America: Some historical sites try to show the horrors. Others are far behind.
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Slavery in America: Some historical sites try to show the horrors. Others are far behind.

Historic sites are grappling with how to portray the truth about slavery. But some people, it seems, prefer a sanitized retelling of America's past.

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Origin of the Waters Family. — First Settlement of Virginia. — Historical. “Footprints on the sands of time.” ~ Longfellow The Waters name is one more common and the family much more nu…

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Aug. 20, 1619: Africans in Virginia - Zinn Education Project
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Aug. 20, 1619: Africans in Virginia - Zinn Education Project

On or about Aug. 20, 1619, the documented arrival of Africans—stolen from their homelands and brought to British North America—occurred at Point Comfort.

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Here Are 17 Things You Should Avoid Saying Or Doing In Virginia. You'll Thank Me.

Here are a few tips on things you shouldn't say or do while living in Virginia. Consider it your cheat sheet for a long and happy life here!

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21 Virginia Photos That Will Make You Nostalgic For The Past
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21 Virginia Photos That Will Make You Nostalgic For The Past

Only In Your State is one of the world's leading travel and culture website with writers in all 50 U.S. states. Only In Your State was launched in March 2015 with the goal of connecting passionate people and discovering the best of what each state in the U.S. has to offer.

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A visit to Virginia's oldest restaurant will be a remarkable and delicious experience.
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The Oldest Restaurant In Virginia Has A Truly Incredible History

A visit to Virginia's oldest restaurant will be a remarkable and delicious experience.

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Free Virginia Unit Study

FREE Virginia Unit Study for grades 3-8 -- learn about the "Mother of Presidents" with books, arts and crafts, recipes, and more!

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Travel destination to view history. At our destination we stopped off to see some history in Virginia. It was quite worth it as it was amazing to see & to learn about American history . I would suggest this place for any travel destination idea. Find other destinations to travel to by visiting my blog!
Known for its long and varied history, Arlington was founded in 1801 and named after General Robert E. Lee’s family home in Virginia. Experiencing rapid growth throughout the 19th century, Arlington played an essential role during the American Civil War as the site for significant battles, including the Battle of Arlington Mill. Today, Arlington is a vibrant and diverse community with more than 200,000 residents and over 150 monuments and memorials.
21 North Carolina Landmarks. The state in the USA’s southeast is the 28th largest and 9th-largest population. Bordered by the Atlantic Ocean, Virginia, Georgia, South Carolina and Tennessee, with many natural features shared between the states, North Carolina has many state attractions that share a common history and geography with its neighbours yet remain unique to the state. #northcarolina #usa #usatravel #traveltips #landmarks #monuments #northamerica
PBS station WHRO Hampton Roads and select PBS stations will be airing the first of a four-part culinary / travel series Virginia FOUND in September. Join host Dave Parker as he explores history, culture and local cuisine in familiar and off-the-beaten-path. As a native Virginian, Dave brings his quick wit and knack for finding the people who help to tell an area's story, uncovering gems of small towns and the original tastes along Virginia’s Chesapeake Bay region.