Victorian Falls Church

Download or read book Victorian Falls Church written by Victorian Society at Falls Church and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2007-07-11 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Falls Church, Virginia, was settled in 1699 and named for its first church. Located near Washington, D.C., this rural farming community grew into an important crossroads during the 19th century. Prior to World War II, its most significant growth occurred during the Victorian era. The area and lifestyle of its residents were significantly impacted by the Northern migration into the South for better farmland; the Civil War; the expansion of railway service; the developing role as a suburb of Washington; and military buildup during the Spanish-American War. This collection of vintage images portrays the people, places, and events that are central to the Victorian heritage of Falls Church.