answersLogoWhite

0

The US Civil War, and Virginia deciding to leave the US and join the Confederate States of America.

User Avatar

Wiki User

7y ago

What else can I help you with?

Related Questions

What pushed West Virginia to break way from Virginia and create a new state?

West Virginia separated from Virginia during the Civil War primarily due to political and economic differences. The western counties of Virginia were less reliant on slavery and had different economic interests, leading to tensions with the eastern regions. The conflict intensified when Virginia seceded from the Union in 1861; many in the west opposed secession. This culminated in the formation of West Virginia as a separate state in 1863, recognized for its loyalty to the Union.


What is West Virginia derived from?

The Western counties of Virginia, which did not approve of the secession of Virginia, and voted to break away to form a separate state, joining the Union in 1863.


What state gave up land to create the District of Columbia?

pennsylvania


Why is Virginia name is Virginia?

Because it formed part of Virginia, but disapproved of that state's decision to break away from the USA in 1861. So it broke away from Virginia, and became West Virginia - It is called WEST Virginia because it once was WESTERN Virginia as any quick glance at a map can tell you.


Is Jamestown a state in Virginia?

No, Virginia is the state, Jamestown is a city in Virginia.


What is the state park for Virginia?

what is the state park in virginia


What is Virginia's state gemstone?

the ruby is Virginia's state [ just for a geuss] the ruby is Virginia's state [ just for a geuss]


Is Virginia a state or commonwealth?

It is a US state named "The Commonwealth of Virginia".


What state is south of of Virginia?

The state south of Virginia is North Carolina.


What state is the closest state to Virginia?

Kentucky and west Virginia


What state is south of West Virginia and Maryland and east of Kentucky?

Virginia


Is Virginia situated in Europe?

Virginia is a state in the United States.