On this day in the Civil War, the citizens of West Virginia vote on and approve a referendum which will provide for the emancipation of slaves.
Virginia/West Virginia Map
Circa 1863
(Credit: Library of Congress)
On this day in the Civil War, the citizens of West Virginia vote on and approve a referendum which will provide for the emancipation of slaves.
Virginia/West Virginia Map
Circa 1863
(Credit: Library of Congress)