George Washington in Winchester

Historical marker location:

922 Martinsburg Pike, Winchester, Virginia

( Marker is at the intersection of Martinsburg Pike (U.S. 11) and Brooke Road (Local Route 1322), on the right when traveling south on Martinsburg Pike.)

Marker installed: 2005

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.