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But in this week’s visit to the WDBJ7 Archive, we go back to the beginning of Roanoke's civic center and the groundbreaking 60 years ago.
It’s been 82 years since U.S. and Allied forces stormed the beaches of Normandy during World War II.
A hands-on, interactive, and immersive “museum on wheels".
The National D-Day Museum is also celebrating it’s 25th anniversary since its opening.
The legislation codified George Washington’s policy on neutrality, from 1793, into law.
The amendment said that Americans’ right to vote cannot be denied or limited by the United States; or by any state based on somebody’s sex.
The bloodiest day of fighting during the Civil War was fought in Hanover County.
President Calvin Coolidge signed the Indian Citizen Act into law.
A fire at Universal Studios Hollywood destroyed three acres of the studio’s property.
Twenty-five years ago this week, thousands of people gathered on the grounds of the National D-Day Memorial for the first time.
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The Spirit of Roanoke is getting a new temporary design before hitting the rails this summer.
It was created in memory of President Abraham Lincoln.
Henry was an influential leader in the Revolutionary opposition to British government.
Danville plans to demolish the former Galileo Magnet High School building to make way for housing development.
Robinson is credited with an innovation in tap dancing.
As many of our hometowns observe Memorial Day, we are remembering some of those from our area who gave their lives in conflicts involving Iraq and Afghanistan.
A charter issued by King James I granted Virginia a 400-mile-wide swath of land between the Atlantic and Pacific oceans.
President Johnson said that it rested on the abundance and liberty for all, and demanded an end to poverty as well as racial justice.
Virginians can travel back in time, exploring historical sites across the state, through a passport program celebrating the country’s 250th birthday.
The American Red Cross was founded by Clara Barton.
They were located in McLean, Virginia and Glendale, California.
The march was organized by The Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
40 years ago this week - in 1986 - the N&W 611 steam engine was pulling an excursion in eastern Virginia when the train derailed.
Busch Gardens theme park opened in Williamsburg, Virginia.
Mickey Mouse appeared for the first time in front of a public audience in a test screening.
English settlers arrive under the authority of the Virginia Company of London.
The first military burial occurred on the grounds of Arlington House.
The first Cooperative for American Remittances to Europe (CARE) were sent to Europe post World War II.
Last week, the Lynchburg Fire Department celebrated as 17 recruits completed their initial training. The graduation ceremony also included a nod to the past, and to the determination of one Lynchburg woman who was focused on saving lives.
The museum travels all across the commonwealth to showcase Virginia’s rich history.
President Harry S. Truman announced in a radio address that Nazi Germany’s forces surrendered.
People across the Commonwealth are invited to share historical stories, reflections and perspectives.
Shepard made a 15-minute suborbital flight aboard Mercury capsule Freedom 7.
Freedom riders filled up two buses and left Washington D.C.
In this week’s visit to the WDBJ7 Archive, we recall a tornado season that was among the most destructive in Virginia history.
It officially opened what was then the world’s tallest building at Fifth Ave. and 34th St. in New York.
Rockbridge Historical Society to explore lives of free Black Virginians in May events.
Washington delivered an address to a joint session of Congress at Federal Hall in the nation’s new capital, New York City.
Organizers say the event is expected to run from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; it’ll follow the route used for the Bedford Christmas Parade.
It ruled that racial segregation in courtrooms is unconstitutional.
Britain’s King Charles III and Queen Camilla are sceduled to spend time in Virginia during their U.S. visit this week.
Reed was delivered along the Virginia-West Virginia border in the Appalachian Mountains.
English settlers arrived on the shore of present-day Virginia.
In this week’s visit to the WDBJ7 Archive, we follow up on our story about the Virginia Squires basketball team.
A celebration of the community and heritage that makes the Blue Ridge region unique brought hundreds together Saturday, April 25.
The Hubble Space Telescope was deployed in orbit from the space shuttle Discovery.
It resulted in a lawsuit that’s included in Brown V. Board of Education.
Legislation for clean air and clean water followed as a result.
The justices on the court ruled 9-0.