Henrico County
Henrico County by Louis H. Manarin, published by Arcadia Publishing Library Editions on July 12, 2006, offers a detailed exploration of the historical significance of Henrico County, Virginia. This 130-page book delves into the region’s rich past, beginning with its exploration by colonists in 1607 and its establishment as the second English settlement in Virginia in 1611. The narrative highlights key developments, including the founding of the first college and iron works in the New World, as well as the county’s role during the Civil War, where numerous battles took place.
Readers will find a comprehensive account of Henrico’s evolution from its agricultural roots post-Civil War to its current status as a vibrant urban county. The book discusses the geographical expanse of Henrico along the James River and its subdivision into multiple counties and cities over time. With a focus on local history, this edition provides insights into the socio-economic transformations that have shaped the area, making it a valuable resource for those interested in the history of the United States, particularly the South.
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First explored by colonists in 1607, the territory that was to become Henrico County was the site of the second English
settlement in the colony of Virginia. Settled in 1611, Henrico
was named for Henry Frederick, Prince of Wales. Henrico was the site of the first college and the first iron works in the New World and is one of the original shires, or counties, in Virginia. Extending along the James River from its junction with the Appomattox River to the Blue Ridge Mountains, Henrico was eventually subdivided into nine-and-a-half counties and three independent cities. During 1861 to 1865, 18 major battles and numerous heavy engagements were fought on Henrico soil. From the end of the Civil War until World War II, agriculture was the backbone of the county’s economy. After the war, the county experienced a surge in population that resulted in the growth of service industries. Today it is a vibrant urban county.
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