Bluefield, Virginia
“Bluefield, Virginia” by Louise B. Leslie, published by Arcadia Publishing in 2009, offers a detailed exploration of Bluefield, the highest town in Virginia, standing at an elevation of 2,389 feet. This 128-page book delves into the town’s rich history, tracing its evolution through four distinct names, beginning as Pin Hook, then becoming Harman in honor of a local Civil War hero, and later being incorporated as Graham in 1884. The final name change to Bluefield occurred in 1924, reflecting the town’s connection to its neighboring region across the state line.
Readers will find a comprehensive account of Bluefield’s development, highlighting its agricultural roots and the impact of the railroad on its growth. The narrative provides insights into the significance of the town’s name, derived from the blue chicory fields that characterize the area. This edition presents a factual overview of the town’s historical journey, making it a valuable resource for those interested in local history and the broader context of United States history.
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Bluefield is truly Virginia’s tallest town. The town’s elevation is officially 2,389 feet, with East River Mountain reaching 3,700 feet at the town’s southern limit. In its long, illustrious history, the community has had four distinctive names. The small, agricultural community began as Pin Hook. Then the town became Harman in honor of a local Civil War hero, E. H. Harman. With the arrival of the railroad, the town was first incorporated under the name of Graham in 1884 in honor of the Philadelphia engineer and promoter Col. Thomas Graham. Finally, the town was redubbed Bluefield in 1924 to coincide with its neighbor across the state line. The name Bluefield comes from the fields of blue chicory that are common to this region of the two Virginias.
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