Benjamin F. Hicks

Historical marker location:

Courtland, Virginia

( Marker is at the intersection of Ivor Road (Virginia Route 616) and St. Lukes Road (Virginia Route 633), on the right when traveling south on Ivor Road.)

Marker installed: 2008

1847-1925.

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.