The county was formed in 1776 from pittsylvania county, which was cut out of halifax in 1767. A history of shenandoah county, virginia the author traces the origin and development of the county, describing its formation and settlement probably threequarters of its early settlers were of german extraction, its subsequent growth, the citizens, towns and villages, churches, schools, landmarks, businesses and industries. Iberian also has hundreds of titles in e book pdf format. Bibles, biographies, cemeteries, census, genealogy, newspapers. History of patrick and henry counties, virginia open library. Copy of the history of bever creek church, 1786, henry county, virginia. The earliest record is the reference to a 1670 grant adjacent mary wade virginia patent book 7, p.
Henry county, virginia genealogy genealogy familysearch wiki. Family researching in henry county, virginia genealogy trails. With biographical sketches of its most prominent citizens and genealogical histories of half a hundred of its oldest families. Roselawn burials, henry countymartinsville, virginia compiled by margaret w. With biographical sketches of its most prominent citizens and genealogical histories of half a hundred of its oldest families judith parks america hill press of bulletin printing and publishing company, incorporated, 1925 henry county va. A history of henry county virginia with biographical. Discussions include the location, geography and original inhabitants of the county. Early settlers of the territory now occupied by patrick and henry counties in virginia origin of one of the greatest tobacco manufacturing enterprises in the world the partisan leadera prophesy. Chapters are devoted to henry county in the revolution and the civil war, to churches, towns, courts, and schools, and to an appreciation. Geographically, henry county is a creation of the ice age and is located 40 miles southwest of toledo, oh.
A photographic history of the 1800s through the 1930s. Henry county was formed in 1776 from pittsylvania county. Marriage records, deed books, will books, personal property tax lists, births, deaths, census, maps, etc. A real estate land book is created each year of all land records and taxes. The county was named for henry, prince of wales, the eldest son of king james i of england. With biographical sketches of its most prominent citizens and genealogical histories of half a hundred of its oldest families by judith parks america hill 2009, paperback at the best online prices at ebay. Prince william county is located on the potomac river in the commonwealth of virginia in the united states. Hill, judith parks america a history of henry county, virginia. We also offer a computer terminal for use in our office or you may obtain this information on from the county gis website.
Henry duke acquired lands adjacent those that had belonged to mary hampton duke wade, and other patents in addition. Henry county is located in the foothills of the blue ridge mountains, in the southern piedmont region of virginia. Biographies in henry county, va genealogy trails history group. History of patrick and henry counties, virginia microform. County court bond book also includes judgments and commissioners bonds, 1887 1888, 34 p. Hill and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. County court bond book also includes fiduciary bonds, 1850 1859, 497 p. Virginia family history, genealogy books, cds, maps, records. The earliest birth records for the state are 1852 and then only sporadically until 1911 when it became mandatory to record all births.
A history of henry county, virginia, with biographical. List of books and articles about virginia history online. Our land books, ownership assessment records and tax maps are available to the public. Before the creation of henry county, counties were generally named in honor of some one connected with the royal family of england or the royal government of the colonies. The county seat is usually identified as martinsville. This collectors book will showcase memories of the area focusing on 1940 through 1969.
County court bond book also includes fiduciary bonds, 1859 1868. Search the library of virginias virginia untold collection for. This heirloomquality, 128page book features a glimpse of life in and around martinsville and henry county in stunning historic photos. Chapters are devoted to henry county in the revolution and the civil war, to churches, towns, courts, and schools, and to an appreciation of henry county s role in the material and spiritual development of the. This heirloomquality, 128page book features a glimpse of life in and around martinsville and henry county in stunning historic photos from the. The new county was initially named patrick henry county in honor of patrick henry, who was then serving as the first governor of virginia after independence. This book contains considerable amounts of data about the early colonial times, civil war, schools. List of pensioners on the roll january 1, 1883 henry county, virginia source. Chapters are devoted to henry county in the revolution and the civil war, to churches, towns, courts, and schools, and to an appreciation of henry countys role in the material and spiritual development of. As of the 2010 census, the population was 402,002, on july 1, 2019, the population was estimated to be 470,335, making it virginia s secondmost populous county. By judith parks america hill, martinsville, va, 1925 jones, george osborne page 8283 geo. Copy of the history of bever creek church, 1786, henry county, virginia stella pocahontas anthony thompson. On her last day on earth in 1856, having lived two months over a century, she but wrapped the drapery of her couch about her and lay down to pleasant dreams.
Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. A history of henry county, virginia, with biographical sketches of its most prominent citizens and genealogical histories of half a hundred of its o 9780806380063 by hill, judith p. According to ezekiel graham, who was thomasin lewis husband, john married sarah taliaferro on march 3, 1750 in virginia. From the early days of northwestern virginia to the present paperback or softback by haymond, henry and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. A history of henry county, virginia, with biographical sketches of its. History of patrick and henry counties, virginia by virginia g. The county was established in 1777 when it was carved from pittsylvania county. Due to the overwhelming popularity of martinsville and henry county memories, the martinsville bulletin is proud to announce an allnew volume in the series, martinsville and henry county memories ii.
Although substantially a collection of family histories, hills history of henry county, virginia observes virtually all the conventions of the standard county history. Its name honored patrick henry, governor of virginia. Henry county from its formation in 1776 to the end of the eighteenth century, et seq. Henry county, created in 1777, was named in honor of the great orator of the revolution, patrick henry, who did so much to overthrow the royal establishment in virginia. Location in the state of virginia virginia s location in the u. Virginia electronic records for genealogical research. One of the oldest political subdivisions in virginia, henrico was the scene of the second settlement in the colony and was established in 1634 as one of the eight original shires or counties. By 1653 he may have been living in james city county. Nine years later, in 1785, the northern portion of the new county was cut off to form a part of franklin county. For more information and to preregister, please call 276 6344644.
Henry county, virginia genealogy familysearch wiki. History of patrick and henry counties, virginia book, 2002. History of patrick and henry counties, virginia ancestry. Biographies in henry county, va genealogy trails history. Internet archive a history of henry county, virginia includes dillard source. Dictionary of virginia biography henry field biography. Patrick county, virginia genealogy familysearch wiki. This book contains considerable amounts of data about the early colonial times, civil war, schools, churches, communities, etc with biographical sketches of its most prominent citizens and genealogical histories of half a hundred of its oldest families. A history of henry county virginia with biographical sketches of its most prominent citizens and genealogical histories of half a hundred of its oldest families author name. Buy a history of henry county virginia book online at best prices in india on. The society is the common thread that binds martinsville and henry county s past, present, and future. Henry county, va 1810 substitute census abstracts from the 1810 personal property tax.
Henry was a sometime resident of the county, where he had relatives already settled. Living on his 10,000acre plantation called leatherwood, gov. Henry county, virginia genealogy trails history group. The original of this book was published in 1925 by judith america parks hill, a noted resident of and beloved teacher in henry county, va. Original text by judith parks america hill, 1925, reprinted by regional publishing company, 1976. The martinsville henry county historical society is a nonprofit 501 c 3 organization that was formed in 1996 for the primary purpose of preserving and protecting the rich heritage and history of martinsville and henry county, virginia. Copy of the history of bever creek church, 1786, henry.
For animated maps illustrating virginia county boundary changes, rotating formation virginia county boundary maps 16171995 may be viewed for free at. Every name index to history of henry county, virginia. Henry county was part of the great black swamp and its earliest settlers found it nearly uninhabitable. The henry county historical society has custodial care of marriage records in henry county starting in 1800. Along with massachusetts, virginia was a leader in the movement that culminated in the american revolution although, despite the burning oratory of patrick henry and the enlightened political writings of thomas jefferson and other brilliant native spokesmen, virginia was never as politically discontent or radical as massachusetts. By his death in 1691,2 he had acquired a modest amount of land and gives 200 acres of land to thomas watkins in henrico and land to his john, one of his other sons. Iberian publishing company supplies reference works for genealogical research. History of patrick and henry counties, virginia 9780806380100. Virginia research, virginia county history, edition. History of patrick and henry counties, virginia database online. Chapters are devoted to henry county in the revolution and the civil war, to churches, towns, courts, and schools, and to an appreciation of henry county s role in the material and spiritual development of the state and nation.
Press of bulletin printing and publishing company, incorporated, 1925 henry county va. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that. Internet archive biography of dublin bethoven miller, jr. Statewide registration for births and deaths began in 1912. County court bond book also includes fiduciary bonds, 1852 1875, 14 p. Henry county is in piedmont, va bordering on the north carolina line. History of patrick and henry counties, virginia search. Internet archive virginia military records includes henry county source. The new county was initially named patrick henry county in honor of patrick henry, who was then serving as the first governor of virginia, and some of whose relatives had settled in the area. Henry county, virginia the county was established in 1777 when it was carved from pittsylvania county. Orange county, virginia genealogy familysearch wiki. After completing a 52year teaching career, during which. A history of henry county, virginia includes deshazo source.
Buy a history of henry county virginia reprint by judith p. A history of henry county, virginia with biographical. With biographical sketches of its most prominent citizens and genealogical histories or half a hundred of its oldest families judith parks america hill heritage books, 2009 history 442 pages. A history of henry county, virginia includes matthews source. This book contains considerable amounts of data about the early colonial times, civil war, schools, churches, communities, etc with biographical sketches of its most prominent citizens and genealogical histories of half a. Chapters are devoted to henry county in the revolution and the civil war, to churches, towns, courts, and schools, and to an appreciation of henry countys role in the.