Near Oceana in Wyoming County, West Virginia — The American South (Appalachia)
William Walker
Photographed By J. J. Prats, July 15, 2019
1. William Walker Marker
Born circa 1825, Walker was an
attorney in Wyoming County before
the Civil War. After enlisting in
the 7th WV Cavalry in 1861, he was
promoted to adjutant in the state
militia in 1862. He was a delegate
to the constitutional convention
for WV, 1861-1863. He later served
as prosecuting attorney, worked to
establish free schools, and taught
school. Died December 23, 1899.Erected 2016 by West Virginia Archives and History.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Education • Law Enforcement • War, US Civil. In addition, it is included in the West Virginia Archives and History series list. A significant historical date for this entry is December 23, 1899.
Location. 37° 40.591′ N, 81° 36.932′ W. Marker is near Oceana, West Virginia, in Wyoming County. Marker is on West Virginia Route 10, 1.4 miles south of West Virginia Route 85, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Oceana WV 24870, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Civil War Romance (here, next to this marker); Oceana Veterans Memorial Wall
this page online
Photographed By J. J. Prats, July 15, 2019
2. William Walker and Civil War Romance Markers
Credits. This page was last revised on August 27, 2019. It was originally submitted on August 27, 2019, by J. J. Prats of Powell, Ohio. This page has been viewed 253 times since then and 36 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on August 27, 2019, by J. J. Prats of Powell, Ohio.
