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Which of the following is supposed to be the oldest church building west of the Allegheny Mountains?
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The barracks of this fort in Mineral County comprise the only known military structure still standing in present-day West Virginia from the French & Indian War period.
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This fort was built in present Summers County in 1774.
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Shawnee Chief Cornstalk and his son Elinipsico were murdered at this Point Pleasant fort in 1777.
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Where was Fort Savannah located?
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What finally ended threats to present-day West Virginia during the French & Indian War?
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Robert Files and David Tygart were among the first White settlers of this county.
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Of which town is Joseph Tomlinson considered the founder?
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Vandalia was a failed attempt at what?
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Who is generally considered the founder of Charles Town?
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