Philippi in Barbour County, West Virginia — The American South (Appalachia)
First Land Battle
First land battle between the North and South here, June 3, 1861. Confederates under Col. Porterfield were dislodged by Federal troops from Gen. McClellan's army under Col. Kelley. The old covered bridge here was used by both armies.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: 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 June 3, 1861.
Location. Marker has been permanently removed. It was located near 39° 9.582′ N, 80° 2.806′ W. Marker was in Philippi, West Virginia, in Barbour County. Marker was on Beverly-Fairmont Pike (U.S. 250), on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker was in this post office area: Philippi WV 26416, United States of America.
We have been informed that this sign or monument is no longer there and will not be replaced. This page is an archival view of what was.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this location. Birthplace - W.D. Zinn (a few steps from this marker); "Apollo" (about 600 feet away, measured in a direct line); Shearer Quadrangle (about 600 feet away); Battle of Philippi (about 600 feet away); Historic Campbell School (approx. 0.3 miles away); Philippi Mummies (approx. half a mile away); Benjamin F. Kelley (approx. half a mile away); First Battle of a Long War (approx. half a mile away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Philippi.
Also see . . . Battle of Philippi. HistoryNet website entry (Submitted on January 28, 2022, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York.)
Credits. This page was last revised on November 30, 2022. It was originally submitted on July 30, 2010, by Craig Swain of Leesburg, Virginia. This page has been viewed 1,864 times since then and 14 times this year. Last updated on November 29, 2022, by Bradley Owen of Morgantown, West Virginia. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on July 30, 2010, by Craig Swain of Leesburg, Virginia. 3. submitted on November 29, 2022, by Bradley Owen of Morgantown, West Virginia. 4. submitted on July 30, 2010, by Craig Swain of Leesburg, Virginia. • Devry Becker Jones was the editor who published this page.