Near Keslers Cross Lanes in Nicholas County, West Virginia — The American South (Appalachia)
Henry Patterson House
Built in the 1850's by Mr. Patterson, this house was caught between opposing armies during the Battle of Carnifex Ferry.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: War, US Civil.
Location. 38° 12.626′ N, 80° 56.52′ W. Marker is near Keslers Cross Lanes, West Virginia, in Nicholas County. Marker is on Carnifex Ferry Crossing Road, 1.3 miles south of West Virginia Route 129, on the right when traveling south. This historical marker is located on the actual site of the field of battle, on land that has been turned into a state park in order to preserve and honor the memory of the Civil War Battle of Carnifex Ferry. Perhaps the best course to travel to get to this historical marker is go to the intersection of US 19 and State Route 129 (located just south of Summerville West Virginia), then turn onto State Route 129 and west for about 6.0 miles (turning left/south onto the Carnifex Ferry Crossing road)before arriving at the state park. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Keslers Cross Lanes WV 26675, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The Battle of Carnifex Ferry (a few steps from this marker); The Silent Witness (a few steps from this marker); Artillery Thunder (within shouting distance of this marker); "Follow Me My Men, Charge!" (within shouting distance of this marker); Friendly Fire (within shouting distance of this marker); Journey's End (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Camp Gauley (about 500 feet away); A Soldier's Recollection (about 600 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Keslers Cross Lanes.
Also see . . .
1. Battle of Carnifex Ferry. Absolute Astronomy website entry (Submitted on July 16, 2009, by Dale K. Benington of Toledo, Ohio.)
2. Carnifex Ferry Battlefield State Park. West Virginia State Parks website entry (Submitted on July 16, 2009, by Dale K. Benington of Toledo, Ohio.)
3. Carnifex Ferry Battlefield - National Register of Historic Places Nomination Form. West Virginia Division of Culture and History website entry (Submitted on July 16, 2009, by Dale K. Benington of Toledo, Ohio.)
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