In 1800; James Simpson; a Botetourt County landowner; purchased 31 acres of land for $100 and dedicated half of the purchase to plotting a new town. The Town of Salem was officially established when Simpson recorded his ownership at Fincastle Courthouse in October 1802; and it later became the government seat when Roanoke County was carved from Botetourt County in 1838. Today; Salem is an independent city; boasting a rich tradition of educational; commercial; and residential success. Roanoke County; like Salem; has emerged from its agrarian past to become a suburban county that embraces the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains; as well as the strength and success of corporate centers and residential communities.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. A Great Book on the Local regionBy Robbie NagyI love these style of books. The juxtaposition of past photo to present day really gives one a perspective on how things have changed. Being a local to this area. I drive by these sites during the coarse of my week. The information provided was also very interesting and tied in well with the pictures . If you are a history buff or even wish to know "what was on this land before" than this is the book for you.
