Fox Hill on the Virginia Peninsula
Fox Hill on the Virginia Peninsula

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Publisher: Arcadia Publishing

Published: 2004

Total Pages: 132

ISBN-13: 9780738516028

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Settlers to Fox Hill, on the edge of the Virginia's gateway to the Chesapeake Bay, arrived as early as 1625. The name is believed to have been derived from the numerous fox dens in the sand of local beaches and was originally spelled Foxeshill. Early pioneers worked in small countryside farms, mostly growing the profitable tobacco, which soon allowed for larger, more profitable, plantations. In the early 1800s, a large number of Methodist families settled in the region, leaving a lasting impression that can be seen today. Fisherman and boat builders also immigrated into the area. Fox Hill soon became a thriving and prosperous community in Elizabeth City County. Beginning shortly before 1900, the white sand and waters of the Atlantic drew many to Grandview Beach, a location that became widely known as one of Virginia's best summer resort destinations. A boat house and dance pavilion were constructed in the ensuing decades, although they were later destroyed by a powerful 1930s hurricane. The site was later rebuilt, only to be torn down again by Hurricane Hazel in 1954.

The Civil War on the Virginia Peninsula
The Civil War on the Virginia Peninsula

Author: John V. Quarstein

Publisher: Arcadia Publishing

Published: 1997

Total Pages: 132

ISBN-13: 9780738544380

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The Civil War on the Virginia Peninsula is the first comprehensive pictorial history interpreting the events that occurred on the Virginia Peninsula during the war that forever changed our nation. This volume offers over 200 fascinating images from museums, archives, and private collections throughout America; together they tell powerful stories of valor, leadership, technology, and strategy. Photographers and famous artists alike vividly portrayed soldiers, leaders, and innovations in a compelling manner that brings alive the glory and sadness of the American Civil War. This enthralling visual history chronicles the war's first year, during which the Virginia Peninsula was the focus of Union efforts to capture the Confederate capital 70 miles away at Richmond. Beginning with Union General Benjamin F. Butler's arrival at Fort Monroe in May 1861, until the time of Major General George B. McClellan's pivotal march on Richmond in the spring of 1862, the Virginia Peninsula was the scene of some of the Civil War's most critical events, including the "contraband of war" issue; the Battle of Big Bethel, the war's first land battle; the Monitor-Merrimac engagement, the first battle between ironclad ships; and the Peninsula Campaign.

Glance at the Virginia Peninsula
Glance at the Virginia Peninsula

Author: Virginia Peninsula Chamber of Commerce

Publisher:

Published: 2010*

Total Pages: 88

ISBN-13:

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Provides an overview of the Virginia Peninsula region, with sections on history, statistics, employment, education, health care, transportation, recreation, attractions, government, and military. The brochure covers the cities of Hampton, Newport News, and Poquoson, Virginia, as well as James City and York counties.

Round about Jamestown
Round about Jamestown

Author: Jane Eliza Davis

Publisher:

Published: 1907

Total Pages: 174

ISBN-13:

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The lower Virginia peninsula covers the counties of James City and York and the independent cities of Hampton, Williamsburg, and Newport News.

World War I on the Virginia Peninsula
World War I on the Virginia Peninsula

Author: John V. Quarstein

Publisher: Arcadia Publishing

Published: 1999-02-18

Total Pages: 132

ISBN-13: 9780738568867

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When the United States entered World War I in 1917, the Virginia Peninsula immediately became a center for the intensive activities required to prepare the nation for war. The fertile farm fields overlooking the James River, Hampton Roads, and the Back River were quickly transformed into military camps, air fields, and training bases. Almost overnight, Newport News became the second leading port for men, horses, and supplies embarking to Europe. Shipyard workers labored around the clock producing ships. Each vessel was considered aa death blow to Prussianism, a which was required to achieve victory. The Peninsula experienced rapid population growth, necessitating the construction of houses and public transportation systems. Individuals on the home front worked like asoldiers without gunsa as they organized bond drives, provided recreation for doughboys passing through the port, and honored local fallen heroes. World War I on the Virginia Peninsula is the first comprehensive pictorial history documenting the events that occurred on the Virginia Peninsula during the war that was fought, as President Woodrow Wilson advised, to asave the world for Democracy.a In nearly 200 compelling photographs from local museums, archives, and private collections, this volume vividly documents the places, people, and industries that framed the communityas wartime experience.