Dr. Ephraim McDowell

Historical marker location:

Fairfield, Virginia

( Marker is on North Lee Highway (U.S. 11), on the right.)

Marker installed: 1929

The Father of Abdominal Surgery.

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.