Oliver White Hill Sr.

Historical marker location:

401 Gilmer Avenue Northwest, Roanoke, Virginia

( Marker is on Gilmer Avenue Northwest just west of 4th Street Northwest, on the right when traveling west.)

Marker installed: 2008

(1907-2007).

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.