Fridays at the Front - Shenandoah Valley Stories
The Maid of Winchester - Fridays at the Front - Season 4, Episode 4
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Lizzy Yonley moved from what is currently West Virginia to a new house near Winchester with her family in 1862. Instead of escaping combat, this move put her right in its path! Let’s explore the actions of June 14, 1863 on the west side of Winchester and hear stories of Union, Confederates, and civilians alike!
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