This memorial was erected to honor all those who have served their country. With special honors bestowed on those who made the ultimate sacrifice, to protect our way of life. — — Map (db m286150) WM
Blasts of gunfire echoed across the South Branch of the Potomac River at this location on October 26, 1861 as Confederate troops opened fire on U.S. soldiers attempting to cross the "Wire Bridge" that stood here. The action was precipitated on . . . — — Map (db m310572) HM
On October 24, 1861, Union Gen. Winfield Scott ordered Gen. Benjamin F. Kelley to strengthen his position at New Creek Station (present-day Keyser) on the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad and then march to Romney and occupy the town. Situated on the . . . — — Map (db m310571) HM
