Historic Tales of Bedford County, Virginia
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Historic Tales of Bedford County, Virginia by James Siddons
Centuries of American Significance
In the mid-1700s, the James River intersection of the Great Western Road and the Great Wagon Road embodied the crossroads of America. Abolitionist and Quaker John Lynch began a ferry service, and in 1754, the area became Bedford County. The county seat in New London welcomed Patrick Henry for his famous "Beef! Beef!" speech. Thomas Jefferson built a home nearby in 1808 and enrolled his grandson in New London Academy, chartered in 1795 and still in operation. The county has since seen tales of farm life, American music, industry, and heroism. The National D-Day Memorial, dedicated in 2001 by George W. Bush, was placed in the town of Bedford to honor the unequaled sacrifice made on June 6, 1944. Author James Siddons chronicles notable moments and lesser-known sagas in the annals of Bedford County.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781467157346 |
| ISBN 10 | 1467157341 |
| Title | Historic Tales of Bedford County, Virginia |
| Author | James Siddons |
| Series | American Chronicles |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | History Press |
| Year published | 2026-02-03 |
| Number of pages | 224 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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