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by William B. Kent (Author)
""A History of Saltville, Virginia"" by William B. Kent is a comprehensive account of the town of Saltville, Virginia. The book traces the history of Saltville from its earliest days as a Native American settlement to its current status as a small town in Southwest Virginia. The author covers a range of topics, including the town's role in the Civil War, the development of the salt industry, and the impact of the railroad on the town's growth. The book also includes profiles of notable residents, such as the town's founder, William King, and the famous scientist and inventor, George Washington Carver, who worked in Saltville during World War I. Overall, ""A History of Saltville, Virginia"" offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of a small town that played a significant role in the development of the region and the nation as a whole.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.