Historical Marker
Lees Headquarters
Historical marker location:
Atlee, Virginia
( Marker is on Chamberlayne Road (U.S. 301) 0.1 miles north of Richmond Times Dispatch Boulevard, on the right when traveling north.)
Marker installed: 1994
The Virginia Colony was known for its tobacco production, which was the main export during the 17th century. Virginia's tobacco exports helped make it one of the wealthiest colonies in North America.