Description: This historically important property was part of a land grant dating back to 1658 and was the site of "Leesylvania", the home of Henry Lee II (1729-1789). The Neabsco iron foundry, which was located nearby. Furnished "pig iron and shot" to the Virginia Navy and also helped to equip the commonwealths militia during the revolution.
Date Taken: Wednesday, December 2, 2009 at 2:00:55 PM
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Accessibility Description (Generated for Search & Screen Readers): The photo features a historical marker titled ‘Leesylvania’, detailing its importance as a land grant from 1658. It highlights that this area was the home of Henry Lee II and mentions the nearby Neabsco Iron Foundry, which supplied materials during the Revolution. The plaque was erected by the Daughters of the American Revolution in 1938, emphasizing its relevance in American history.
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Originally Uploaded to Flickr: Thursday, November 26, 2009 at 11:37:17 PM
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