2008 Official Visitors Guide to Greenbrier County, West Virginia - (Page 28) History Greenbrier County has a rich history and heritage that is evident and honored today. From its beginnings in 1769, Greenbrier County was the site of several battles during the Civil War, specifically the Battle of Lewisburg in 1862 and Battle of Dry Creek Reenactment The Beginning During the early 18th century, the area now known as Greenbrier County was largely uninhabited. There were no known permanent Indian villages in the county and only a few trappers roamed the area. It wasn’t until 1750 that colonists began to arrive, however all attempts to colonize the valley by Europeans failed until 1769. At that time, forts sprang up to protect the colonists, followed by many native limestone buildings – a testament to the colonists’ determination to populate the valley. History the Battle of Dry Creek in White Sulphur Springs in 1863. Early architecture is also evident in the county’s many towns and villages — some dating to the 1780s. We are fortunate that these structures have been meticulously restored so that you can still experience our wonderful history today. 1750 1884 1863 The Battle of Dry Creek takes place about one and a half miles east of White Sulphur Springs. This unexpected clash results in a Union victory over Confederate forces. Colonists begin to arrive in the area that would soon become Greenbrier County. America’s rst organized golf course is established in White Sulphur Springs by the Montague family. Now known as Oakhurst Links, the course can still be played today. 1862 1881-1913 The Battle of Lewisburg takes place on the streets of downtown Lewisburg, resulting in the victory of Union forces over the Confederates. Ronceverte is home to the world’s largest soft wood producing mill, the Saint Lawrence Boom and Manufacturing Company. 1902 Steel tycoon and philanthropist Andrew Carnegie builds Carnegie Hall in Lewisburg. Originally a gift to the Lewisburg Female Institute (now the New River Community and Technical College), this is now one of only four functional Carnegie Halls left in the world. 28 www.greenbrierwv.com http://www.greenbrierwv.com
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