WEST VIRGINIA HISTORY, VOL. 1 Created in 1863 during the height of the American Civil War, West Virginia has been home to countless thousands since that time. This database is the first of three volumes covering the history of the state. Beginning with the earliest explorers to the region, it provides a detailed account of the state's development. Additionally, it contains biographical sketches of important residents. Of particular use to the researcher are these brief histories and genealogies. Names of ancestors and descendants are included in many entries, making this an invaluable tool for the researcher whose ancestors lived in West Virginia. Source Information: "History of West Virginia and Its People, Vol. 1." Charleston, WV: Lewis Historical Publishing Co., 1913. To search this database, go to: http://www.ancestry.com/search/rectype/inddbs/4524.htm