West Virginia Trails History and Genealogy

Barbour County was formed in 1843 and named for Virginia jurist, Philip Pendleton Barbour. Philippi, the county seat, was established in 1844. The Battle of Philippi (1861), also known as the "Philippi Races", was fought here on June 3, 1861. It was the first land battle of the American Civil War. Alderson-Broaddus College for the American Baptists of West Virginia--and many other students from throughout West Virginia, other states, and numerous countries--is located here. The college's physician assistant program is one of the oldest and most established in the world.

If you have the desire to help transcribe genealogical data and place it online for the free use of all researchers, contact Kim to become a host. Volunteer Information is available here.

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This County currently does not have a host. This means that there is no one available to help answer your questions about this county's history or to help you with your family's genealogy within this county. WE REGRET THAT WE ARE UNABLE TO DO PERSONAL RESEARCH FOR YOU.

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