The History of Pittsylvania County Virginia.

This book contains a detailed history of Pittsylvania County Virginia which traces its early settlement growth and development as well as many of the individuals responsible for the County's progress. The author did not restrict her documentation to only current county boundaries but also addressed the people of Southern Piedmont Virginia that is of Halifax Pittsylvania Henry Patrick Franklin Bedford and Campbell Counties. The book is a wonderful genealogical repository of over 5000 individuals partly responsible for the growth and development of Pittsylvania County. Also prominent are numerous lists---many including inclusive dates---gleaned from records and other source material. These include Lists of Tithables Taken in 1767 which provides the names of 800-1000 landowners; Early Sheriffs; Early Justices of the Peace; Members of the House of Delegates 1776-1928; Members of the Senate of Virginia 1776-1928; Early Ministers' Bonds; Clerks of the Court; and Judges. There are also numerous illustrations including maps engravings and documents. Softcover (1929) repr. 2004 2011 Illus. Index 390 pp.