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86
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McDowell County
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Mingo County
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Monongalia County
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Monroe County
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Ohio County
53
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Randolph County
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Ritchie County
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Roane County
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Wood County
47
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Wyoming County
4
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Barbour County
42
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Berkeley County
101
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Boone County
15
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Braxton County
14
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Brooke County
43
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Cabell County
41
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Calhoun County
12
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Clay County
11
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Doddridge County
13
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Fayette County
104
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Gilmer County
24
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Grant County
29
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Greenbrier County
67
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Hampshire County
72
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Hancock County
28
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Hardy County
37
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Harrison County
61
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Jackson County
21
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Jefferson County
332
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Kanawha County
158
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Lewis County
29
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Lincoln County
8
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Logan County
13
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Marion County
92
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Marshall County
48
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Mason County
92
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McDowell County
32
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Mercer County
34
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Mineral County
62
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Mingo County
22
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Monongalia County
174
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Monroe County
38
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Morgan County
103
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Nicholas County
40
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Ohio County
157
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Pendleton County
40
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Pleasants County
15
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Pocahontas County
60
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Preston County
77
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Putnam County
25
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Raleigh County
56
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Randolph County
102
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Ritchie County
12
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Roane County
18
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Summers County
42
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Taylor County
50
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Tucker County
58
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Tyler County
15
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Upshur County
50
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Wayne County
24
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Webster County
15
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Wetzel County
12
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Wirt County
13
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Wood County
103
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Wyoming County
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Brooke County
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Clay County
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Doddridge County
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Gilmer County
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Grant County
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Greenbrier County
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Hardy County
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Harrison County
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Jackson County
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Lincoln County
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McDowell County
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Mineral County
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Pendleton County
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Pleasants County
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Putnam County
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Raleigh County
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Ritchie County
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Summers County
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Taylor County
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Tyler County
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Wyoming County
Brief timeline of the history of the state of West Virginia:
- 1730s: European settlement begins in present-day West Virginia with the arrival of German and Scotch-Irish immigrants.
- 1776: The Virginia General Assembly approves the establishment of the region's first permanent settlement, Shepherdstown, in what is now West Virginia.
- 1861: West Virginia secedes from Virginia during the American Civil War and is admitted to the Union as a separate state in 1863.
- 1863-1865: West Virginia plays a significant role in the Civil War, with battles such as the Battle of Philippi, the Battle of Rich Mountain, and the Battle of Harpers Ferry taking place within its borders.
- Late 19th century: West Virginia experiences rapid industrialization and becomes a major producer of coal, attracting mining companies and immigrants from Europe.
- Early 20th century: The labor movement gains strength in West Virginia, leading to notable events such as the Battle of Blair Mountain, one of the largest armed uprisings in U.S. history.
- 1944: The Supreme Court case of West Virginia State Board of Education v. Barnette rules that public school students cannot be forced to salute the American flag, upholding their freedom of speech rights.
- 1960s: West Virginia faces economic decline with the decline of the coal industry, leading to efforts to diversify the state's economy.
- 1972: The Buffalo Creek flood disaster occurs in West Virginia, resulting in significant loss of life and property and leading to increased awareness of environmental and safety issues in coal mining.
- 1985: The Hatfield-McCoy Trails, a large network of off-road trails for recreational ATV riding, is established, promoting tourism and outdoor recreation in the state.
- 2006: The Sago Mine disaster in West Virginia highlights ongoing safety concerns in the coal mining industry.
- Today, West Virginia is known for its natural beauty, including the Appalachian Mountains and outdoor recreational opportunities. The state's economy continues to evolve, with sectors such as energy, healthcare, tourism, and education playing significant roles.