Peter Cartwright

Historical marker location:

Shipman, Virginia

( Marker is at the intersection of James River Road (U.S. 56) and Findlay Mountain Road (County Route 647), on the right when traveling east on James River Road.)

Marker installed: 1997

(1 Sept. 1785 25 Sept. 1872).

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.