This week in West Virginia history

CHARLESTON — The following events happened on these dates in West Virginia history. To read more, go to e-WV: The West Virginia Encyclopedia at www.wvencyclopedia.

org . Sept. 15, 1861: In the aftermath of the Battle of Carnifex Ferry, Union forces under the command of Gen.



Jacob Cox occupied the area of Spy Rock. Spy Rock is a natural landmark located on U.S.

60, 18 miles east of Hawks Nest. Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Please enable it in your browser settings.

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