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Remembering Our Past
About
The Ohio Valley Civil War Roundtable
The Ohio Valley Civil War Roundtable, about to begin our 38th year, is dedicated to those brave and heroic sons and daughters of both north and south, whose deeds of valor and sacrifice we shall never forget. We attempt to make a positive impact with all of our pursuits.
Activities
We will be resuming our monthly meetings in 2022. Please check back for an updated list of meetings and topics.
Unless otherwise noted, presentations will be at 6:30 pm in the Ohio County Public Library auditorium, 52 16th Street, Wheeling, WV
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Philippi Covered Bridge
This covered bridge is at Philippi, WV (then Virginia), the site of the first land battle of the Civil War. Federal forces led by Benjamin Franklin Kelly of the 1st Virginia Infantry overwhelmed Confederates under the command of George Porterfield. The Confederates retreated so quickly that the "battle" became known as the Philippi Races.
The Cornfield
Sharpsburg, Maryland - The Battle of Antietam.
This "bloody" cornfield saw some of the most intense fighting of the Civil War. In the early morning hours of September 17, 1862 over 17,000 federal and confederate soldiers clashed here. They attacked and counterattacked as many regiments were shredded. Hays' Louisiana Brigade suffered over 60% casualties.
The Angel Of Marye's Heights
From the monument:
In memoriam
Richard Rowland Kirkland
Co. G, 2nd South Carolina Volunteers C.S.A.
At the risk of his life, this American soldier of sublime compassion, brought water to his wounded foes at Fredericksburg. The Fighting men on both sides of the line called him
"The Angel of Marye's Heights"
Stonewall Jackson Shrine
Following his wounding by friendly fire at Chancellorsville, Thomas J. "Stonewall" Jackson was brought to this outbuilding on the plantation of Thomas Chandler in the rural community of Guinea Station. It was here that he uttered his final words, "Let us cross over the river, and rest under the shade of the trees," as he peacefully passed.
"Nearly all men can stand adversity, but if you want to test a man's character, give him power."
Abraham Lincoln
