Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. GHENT, WV (WVNS) — On June 3, 1861, the bloodiest war fought on American soil commenced with a bang: the Battle of Philippi, also ...

The city of Philippi is celebrating its place in history as the location of the first land battle of the Civil War with the annual Blue and Gray Reunion.

On this day, 150 years ago, the first land battle of the Civil War was fought at Philippi, Virginia. Two Union columns, totalling 3000 men, marched all night in a rain storm to take the town, where ...

PHILIPPI, W.Va. — The country roads of West Virginia often reveal hidden delights for inquisitive travelers who are fascinated by quirky and sometimes touching bits of local history and lore. My ...

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