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Cheat Summit Camp WV152 Print E-mail
Also called Fort Milroy. Fortified camp in gap at the crest of White Top of Cheat Mountain. Occupied by Federal troops during fall and winter of 1861-1862; repulsed threats in Lee's mountain campaign of 1861. Fort's command of the Parkersburg-Staunton Turnpike prevented Lee's army from advancing inland. Above 4,000 feet elevation, highest Union fort in the Civil War.
US 250, at junction with County Route 250/4, near Randolph/Pocahontas border Randolph County West Virginia.
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