The Beginnings of Chatham Manor Before Virginia became a state, and even before the American Revolution, there was Chatham Manor. Built between 1768 and 1771 by William Fitzhugh, Chatham was named for the 1st Earl of Chatham, William Pitt. Pitt
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Spotsylvania Battlefield: A Living History Event
Seeking Living History The Fredericksburg-Spotsylvania National Park Service recently hosted a living history event at the Spotsylvania Battlefield, commemorating the Battle of Spotsylvania Courthouse during the Civil War. The NPS does a great job offering different events, for all types