This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/SBC.2ACI/632 Message Board Post: You are so right. Virginia is confusing as to what is what when it comes to places. There are two Alexandrias - Alexandria, Fairfax County and City of Alexandria, independent city. Both have different zips, boundries, etc. And what makes it even more confusing, they are right next to each other. City of Alexandria is often called "Old Town" to differentiate. But they are different places with different histories that are entwined. For Alexandria, Fairfax County info, contact the Virginia Room at the Fairfax County Regional Library, Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax, VA. For Alexandria City info, contact Alexandria Library, Local History, Alexandria, VA. Hope this helps.