Marlinton in Pocahontas County, West Virginia — The American South (Appalachia)
Marlinton
Photographed by Craig Swain, July 10, 2010
1. Marlinton Marker
The old Seneca Indian Trail from New York to Georgia may be seen at this point. During the French and Indian War, 18 settlers lost lives in vicinity. During Indian raids in 1779, 13 were killed and many were taken captive.
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Settled, 1749, by Sewell and Marlin. The oldest recorded settlement on western waters. Here stood oak, marking corner of first survey west of Alleghenies. Here was Fort Greenbrier, built, 1755, and garrisoned by Andrew Lewis.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Exploration • Forts and Castles • Settlements & Settlers. In addition, it is included in the West Virginia Archives and History series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1779.
Location. 38° 13.391′ N, 80° 6.015′ W. Marker is in Marlinton, West Virginia, in Pocahontas County. It is at the intersection of Seneca Trail (U.S. 219) and Jerico Road (County Route 19), on the left when traveling north on Seneca Trail. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Marlinton WV 24954, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in West Virginia’s Potomac Highlands. It is also in the American South, specifically in the Upper South, in Appalachia, and specifically in Southern Appalachia. Globally, it is in North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the territory of the Mississippian Culture.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Welcome to Pocahontas County (about 700 feet away, measured in a direct line); Frank and Anna Hunter House (about 700 feet away); Greenbrier Covered Bridge
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Photographed by Bernard Fisher, August 10, 2010
2. Marlinton Marker
Photographed by Bernard Fisher, August 10, 2010
3. Seneca Trail & Jerico Rd
Credits. This page was last revised on November 14, 2021. It was originally submitted on August 14, 2010, by Bernard Fisher of Richmond, Virginia. This page has been viewed 1,020 times since then and 25 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on August 15, 2010, by Craig Swain of Leesburg, Virginia. 2, 3. submitted on August 14, 2010, by Bernard Fisher of Richmond, Virginia.
