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The “Shoe Holly” And The “Dressing Trees” On Richmond Road, Terry L. Meyers
The “Shoe Holly” And The “Dressing Trees” On Richmond Road, Terry L. Meyers
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Excerpt from the article: "A site connecting the W&M campus and local Black history should be recorded--the “Shoe Holly” on Richmond Road, just off the corner of Bryan Hall..."
W&M’S Kkk Flagpole: Found?, Terry L. Meyers
W&M’S Kkk Flagpole: Found?, Terry L. Meyers
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Excerpt from the article: "Ever since 2008, when I wrote a piece for the Gazette about Williamsburg’s almost century old encounter with the KKK, I’ve been on a hunt for a flagpole. In 1926, 5000 Klansmen flocked to town to see W&M dedicate the Klan’s gift to the College—a huge American flag and a 70 foot flagpole to fly it. I wanted to know what became of that pole..."
The “Peculiar Institution” In And Near Williamsburg, Terry L. Meyers
The “Peculiar Institution” In And Near Williamsburg, Terry L. Meyers
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Excerpt from the article: "Slavery in Williamsburg and nearby—what was it like? Depends on who you ask..."
Scenes From Williamsburg’S 19th Century, Terry L. Meyers
Scenes From Williamsburg’S 19th Century, Terry L. Meyers
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Excerpt from the article: "When the capital of Virginia shifted from Williamsburg to Richmond in 1780, Williamsburg’s history shifted too, but did not end—three little known accounts of the town offer glimpses of life into the nineteenth century..."