The Petersburg Area, which includes the cities of Colonial Heights, Chesterfield, Henrico, Petersburg and the counties of Richmond, Surry and Sussex has a wealth of historical buildings and museums.
Category: Sussex County, Virginia
Sussex County, Virginia – During The U.S. Civil War
During the U.S. Civil War, several skirmishes took place in Sussex County, Virginia. The “Sussex Light Dragons” were a Confederate Calvary Company that was formed in Sussex County.
The Union Army daughter to cut off supplies heading to Petersburg, Virginia via train. Hence, Jarratt’s Station was the site of various supply conflicts.
Colonel Michael Blow
In Wakefield, Virginia, within Sussex County, there is a historical marker dedicated to Revolutionary War Colonel Michael Blow.
The Founding Of Sussex County, Virginia
In 1754, Sussex County was formed from Surry County, Virginia. Sussex was named after a town in England.
