On October 12; 1758; a newly appointed lieutenant governor of Virginia approved a set of bills passed by the colony�s legislature; and the town of Stephens City; originally named Stephensburgh; was born. As the town grew over the next century and a half; its inhabitants participated in events of national significance; including the French and Indian War; the American Revolution; and the Civil War; when the town was almost burned by Union forces. Throughout its history; the town has had a reputation for labor; industry; thrift; and the overland travel and vehicle traffic associated with the modern U.S. Route 11 corridor. Where 150 years ago the town was famous for producing high-quality freight wagons; it is today a growing suburban community with residents who commute to work in the surrounding region.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Great vintage information!By SEATTLE AMAZON FANPerfect coffee table book for visits to my "home away from home" in L.A. Very informative and educational. with such interesting old photographs!2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Sawtelle: West Los Angeless Japantown (CA) Images of AmericaBy Beverly A. LovaasThis is an excellent book. I lived in West Los Angeles from 1953 to 1956 and can relate to many of its stories. My father was a physician who had his practice on Sawtelle Blvd. I also went to Nora Sterry Grammar School which still exists today. I have many fond memories of living in West Los Angeles. I highly recommend this book to anyone who lived in West Los Angeles.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Scholarly research and writingBy cc mochiMuch better than several of the other local LA histories Ive read. As with the others. there are a lot of good quality. historical photos. but this includes a written narrative.
