In Depth

Here, we take a look at modern Virginia and examine the state's illustrious past. The history of English-speaking America began here 400 years ago, the fires of independence were flamed here, the American Revolution was won here, and much of the Civil War was fought here. Virginia's history will play a very important role in your visit, for many of the state's major attractions are houses, buildings, monuments, sites, and battlefields marking 4 centuries of America's past.