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Orange County ~ Louisa County

Gordon Ave, VA , USA

Latitude & Longitude: 38° 7' 55.805448", -78° 12' 21.51324"
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Orange County

Formed in 1734 from Spotsylvania, and named for the prince of Orange, who in that year married Princess Anne, daughter of King George II. President James Madison lived in this county, and President Zachary Taylor was born here.

Louisa County

Formed in 1742 from Hanover, and named for the Queen of Denmark, daughter of King George II. Patrick Henry lived in this county for some years. In it was fought the Cavalry battle of Trevillians, 1864.

Last updated: 2/14/2015 15:17:00
 
   
 
 
Orange County ~ Louisa County Virginia Map