Manassas Gap Railroad

Historical marker location:

4335 Shirley Gate Road, Fairfax, Virginia

( Marker can be reached from Shirley Gate Road (Virginia Route 655) south of Lee Highway (U.S. 29), on the left when traveling south.)

Marker installed: 2003

Independent Line.

Virginia played a significant role in the American Civil War. It was the site of many major battles, including the Battle of Bull Run, the Battle of Fredericksburg, and the Battle of Appomattox Court House, where General Robert E. Lee surrendered to General Ulysses S. Grant.