Gauley Bridge is found in Fayette County (Southern Region).
The city was the scene of heavy fighting during the Civil War. In 1861 the old bridge was destroyed during a Confederate retreat from the forces of Union General William Starke Rosecrans.
The city has the piers of the old bridge as a monument of the history of the city. When visiting the area it can still be seen upstream from the present bridge across the Gauley River.
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West Virginia Strawberry Festival Buckhannon WV May15-19 The Festival is a unique, traditional celebration to promote the strawberry harvest. Enthusiastic volunteers provide good, family style entertainment that offers exciting educational and cultural events for everyone.
Mountainfest Morgantown WV July24-28
Virginia Highlands Festival Abingdon VA August2-11 Showcasing Appalachian arts and crafts.
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5K Run/Walk, Golf Tournament.
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