Annals of Augusta County, Virginia, With Reminiscences Illustrative of the Vicissitudes of its Pioneer Settlers
“Includes chapters on the people involved in all facets of the history of this area including the settlement, wars (Indian, Revolutionary, and Civil), and the years after the war. A detailed diary written by a writer at Staunton gives a vivid account of the war including information on battles, soldiers, as well as other aspects and effects of the war. Information on Bessy and Mary gray is contained in the appendix and a supplement includes early records of the Orange County court and biographies of prominent families.”