Winchester, Virginia — The American South (Mid-Atlantic)
Daniel Morgan House
1786
Erected by City of Winchester, Virginia.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical year for this entry is 1802.
Location. 39° 11.167′ N, 78° 10.167′ W. Marker is in Winchester, Virginia. Marker is at the intersection of Amherst Street and North Stewart Street on Amherst Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Winchester VA 22601, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Catherine B. Conrad (a few steps from this marker); A "Malicious Design" (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Thomas, Sixth Lord Fairfax of Cameron (about 600 feet away); Little-Holiday House (about 600 feet away); Rear Admiral Richard E. Byrd (about 700 feet away); Sheridan’s Headquarters (approx. 0.2 miles away); Handley Library (approx. 0.2 miles away); George Washington Lot (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Winchester.
More about this marker. The marker displays a portrait of General Morgan.
Regarding Daniel Morgan House. Daniel Morgan was a very active figure and land owner in early Frederick and Clarke counties, Virginia. He owned property near present day Boyce, Virginia and frequented Berryville (then Battletown), Virginia as well as Winchester. Several markers in the two counties mention Morgan's activities.
Related markers. Click here for a list of markers that are related to this marker. To better understand the relationship, study each marker in the order shown.
Credits. This page was last revised on October 15, 2020. It was originally submitted on September 23, 2007, by Craig Swain of Leesburg, Virginia. This page has been viewed 3,385 times since then and 63 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on September 23, 2007, by Craig Swain of Leesburg, Virginia. • J. J. Prats was the editor who published this page.