Significant Events in West Virginia History: Early December Highlights

This week in history

The Journal | Saturday, November 30, 2024

By Staff

Published by The Journal, this article chronicles significant events in West Virginia history that occurred in early December. Among the highlighted events are the birth of artist Ellie Schaul in 1936, John Brown's execution in 1859, the opening of the Charles Town Race Track in 1933, and the deadly Monongah coal mine disaster in 1907. The timeline showcases the state's rich cultural heritage and the impact of various historical figures and occurrences on its development.

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