Raleigh County. Formed, 1850, from Fayette. Named for Sir Walter Raleigh, who planted the first English colony in America. Beckley, the county seat, was founded by Alfred Beckley, and named for his father, John, first clerk of the House of . . . — — Map (db m238056) HM
Pocahontas Fuel Company coal mining town, 1916,
named for Isaac T. Mann, President. Italian stonemasons built large Company store/office building, 1923-1925
on plans of Alex Mahood, a noted West Virginia architect. Placed on National Register in . . . — — Map (db m138396) HM
The first church in Wyoming County, organized 1812 at the residence of Thomas and Ellen Cooke near Oceana with James Ellison as minister. Meetings held in homes, courthouse, and schools. About 1870, services moved to Jesse. Present church erected . . . — — Map (db m178517) HM
Nearby are ancient rock carvings of unknown age or purpose. Some think early Celtic explorers carved them. Others believe Native Americans more likely carved them prior to 1000 AD. — — Map (db m138443) HM
Richard M. Cook (1822-1904) was a
loyal Unionist from Wyoming County,
but he was seated as a delegate at
the state constitutional convention
in 1862 upon petition from Mercer
County. Cook was a captain of the
Wyoming Home Guards, . . . — — Map (db m178516) HM
Just west of Mullens in the town of Itmann is the former company store of
the Pocahontas Fuel Company. It is one of the most spectacular remnants
of the coal boom era in the entire state. The town of Itmann, named after
Isaac T. . . . — — Map (db m138381) HM
Settled by A.J. Mullins, 1894. Change in spelling by failure to dot the “i”. Center of Smokeless coal field. First commercial coal mine in this county was opened here in 1908. The Virginian Railroad reached the town, 1906. Incorporated, . . . — — Map (db m138261) HM
Settled by A.J. Mullins, 1894. Change in spelling by failure to dot the “i”. Center of Smokeless coal field. First commercial coal mine in this county was opened here in 1908. The Virginian Railroad reached the town, 1906. Incorporated, . . . — — Map (db m138263) HM
Mullens can trace its roots back to 1894 when Andrew Jackson Mullins purchased 65 acres
of land for $345. He soon built a cabin and in 1896 moved his 11 remaining family members
here from McDowell County. The first Post Office was established in . . . — — Map (db m138348) HM
Despite fires in 1917, 1919, and 1920, and multiple floods through the
years, the face of downtown Mullens has changed very little since it was
incorporated in 1912. In an effort to preserve the history and historic
buildings of the town, . . . — — Map (db m138349) HM
With massive amounts of coal now being shipped from the region, the Elmore rail
yard was soon built, where most of the coal that traveled along the Virginian ended
up before heading to the Virginia coast for shipment. The rugged terrain . . . — — Map (db m138347) HM
The importance of the railroad to Mullens and the surrounding
communities can be traced back to 1906 when the Deepwater Railway
Company expanded into the area. After some negotiations, early settler
Andrew Jackson Mullins agreed to sell . . . — — Map (db m138346) HM
The Mullens electric locomotive maintenance shop built in 1925 for the Virginian Railway was known as the “Motor Barn.” The main work section was a 45 foot high brick building 200 feet by 75 feet with two overhead cranes and three . . . — — Map (db m138327) HM
The Deepwater Railroad built its lines to Mullens in 1906. The first station, a 10 by 20" passenger waiting room was at the curve 900 feet north of here. The Virginian Railway Station, built in 1910, had a 22 by 54" frame painted orange, the same as . . . — — Map (db m138265) HM
After the flag is folded, the living fall into each others arms.
After the flag is folded, we have the responsibility to keep
alive the memory of those who fought and died for the freedom,
liberty, peace and prosperity that we all enjoy today in . . . — — Map (db m204108) WM
Wyoming / McDowell Ch 56
Terry L. Thomas Post #8364
In memory of
American Disabled Veterans
Disabled veterans helping disabled veterans — — Map (db m204107) WM
Born 1749 in Augusta County, Va. Fought at Battle of Point Pleasant. Appointed captain in Revolutionary Army and was at battles of Guilford Courthouse and Yorktown. Second settler of Wyoming County, along Clear Fork around 1800, and charter member . . . — — Map (db m238018) HM
This is the site of a romance between Thompson L.
Walker, a Confederate soldier, and Martilia Walker,
the daughter of a staunch Unionist. Pvt. Thompson Walker enlisted in Company B, 23rd Virginia
Infantry Battalion, on July 12, 1862, and fought . . . — — Map (db m138413) HM
"The willingness to sacrifice is the prelude to freedom."
This memorial is dedicated with appreciation to the men and women
whose loyalty and service during times of war and peace define the character
of this great nation. — — Map (db m204106) WM
First settler of Wyoming County. He was
born in London, 1752, and kidnaped and
sold to Virginia planter as an indentured
servant. He was a Revolutionary soldier,
and fought in battles of Point Pleasant,
Monmouth and Stony Point. In lieu . . . — — Map (db m138415) HM
First settler of Wyoming County. He was
born in London, 1752, and kidnaped and
sold to Virginia planter as an indentured
servant. He was a Revolutionary soldier,
and fought in battles of Point Pleasant,
Monmouth and Stony Point. In lieu . . . — — Map (db m138442) HM
Civil War
WW! - WWII
Korea - Vietnam
Persian Gulf
Just Cause
To our men and women
in uniform
Past, Present and Future
God bless you and thank you — — Map (db m204166) WM
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 . . . — — Map (db m138410) HM
Here is the statue of Rev. W. H. Cook, soldier, statesman, and minister. Oceana was the county seat for many years. Wyoming County is noted for the Burning Rocks where warm air from the earth’s depths melts ice or snow in winter. — — Map (db m138400) HM
In grateful memory of
Private Kenneth Shadrick
Who died in the service of his country
24th Infantry Division
Korea 5 July 1950
First casualty of the Korean Conflict
He stands first in the unbroken line of patriots who have dared
to . . . — — Map (db m204171) WM
These historical documents known as the Ten Commandments, are put on display by donations received from the citizens of Wyoming County. They are to be used as a historical reference and model to enrich the knowledge of our citizens to an . . . — — Map (db m204173) HM
Honoring the memory of all
veterans of Wyoming County
both living or dead who served
during the Korean War.
Freedom is not free. — — Map (db m204170) WM
In memory of all the brave
men and women who served
in the armed forces during
WWI, WWII, Korea, Vietnam
and all other wars
Donated in memory of all
Wyoming County Veterans — — Map (db m204168) WM
The fallen heroes
of Wyoming County
Ted Belcher •
Joseph S.Mckinney •
Jackie Mcmillon •
James H. Brooks Jr. •
Rodney E. Morgan •
Earl R. Biggs •
David S. Cook •
Elbert D. Poff •
Wavel W. Powell •
Charles D. Riffe •
Edison 1. . . . — — Map (db m204172) WM
