Raine Family Mystery

I made an attempt to get to Appomattox Courthouse this evening, but the park was closed and so I was disappointed that I couldn’t get closer to the site. That said, the drive was beautiful and the area was quite moving. I don’t recall visiting any other place in America that instills such a sense [...]

John Lynch, Founder of Lynchburg VA

In my 30 minute Lynchburg photo-shoot, I also learned that John Lynch founded the city in 1786. I have the picture to prove it.  I am assuming that it would be far too an elaborate prank to pull of deceit in such a public setting. 

 

John Lynch, founder of Lynchburg in 1786

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Lynchburg, VA WWI Memorial

 

WWI Memorial at the Lynchburg, VA courthouse

Walking up the staircase leading to the Lynchburg Courthouse has several memorials to those from Lynchburg that sacrificed their lives in wars.

 

Here is a pic from the WWI Memorial

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Death To All Insects

I got the chance to walk quickly through the historic part of downtown Lynchburg before the sun went down.  The architecture is interesting to look at, I wish there were more of it. 

The Amazing Square building was interesting.

 

Death To All Insects

Here is a pic of the Courthouse, which is now [...]

James River Foot Bridge

I chose to drive to Lynchburg, VA this week and had a wonderful drive there. I hope the drive back is as good. It was a gorgeous day filled with lovely scenery. If I had more time, I would have loved to take more pictures. 

 

 

James River Foot Bridge, Black and White

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