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May 21, 2019

The Inn at Narrow Passage

Chapman Landing Road, Edinburg, VA
 

Tuesday Treasures.
The oldest portion of this rambling building stood in 1862 and was used as headquarters by General "Stonewall" Jackson after the defeat of his army at Kernstown. This is where Jackson met with Jed Hotchkiss and told him, “I want you to make me a map of the Valley, from Harper’s Ferry to Lexington, showing all the points of offence and defence in those places."

The maps that Hotchkiss made proved to be invaluable to Jackson in his "Valley Campaign." These detailed maps are still used today by historians.

11 comments:

  1. Nancy Chan2:18 AM, May 22, 2019

    Good to see the old buildings still standing strong and well maintained.

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  2. Francisco Manuel Carrajola Oliveira5:15 AM, May 22, 2019

    Gosto destes antigos edifícios.
    Um abraço e continuação de uma boa semana.

    Andarilhar
    Dedais de Francisco e Idalisa
    O prazer dos livros

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  3. Natalia5:29 AM, May 22, 2019

    I love old buildings like this one☺

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  4. Tom6:04 AM, May 22, 2019

    ...a beautiful sight in your historic area. A history lesson at every turn. Thanks Linda for sharing, enjoy your week.

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  5. Betsy7:29 AM, May 22, 2019

    good to see history preserved.

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  6. Carol @Comfort Spring Station8:36 AM, May 22, 2019

    it's a beautiful structure

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  7. William Kendall11:53 AM, May 22, 2019

    A beautiful building.

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  8. Bill2:29 PM, May 22, 2019

    A beautifu historical building.

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  9. DeniseinVA10:06 PM, May 22, 2019

    Quite an amazing building and enjoyed learning of its history. Thanks Linda!

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  10. Angie11:21 PM, May 22, 2019

    Linda - I can feel the spring in this photo - I am almost imagining the aroma of freshly mown grass! So glad the history of this building and area are being maintained!

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  11. Lowcarb team member1:59 PM, May 23, 2019

    A beautiful looking building.

    All the best Jan

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