In 1863, Virginia's borders were significantly affected by the Civil War, particularly with the creation of West Virginia. During this time, the northwestern counties of Virginia, which opposed secession, broke away and formed their own state, officially entering the Union as West Virginia on June 20, 1863. This separation altered Virginia's geographical boundaries, reducing its size and changing its political landscape during a tumultuous period in American history.
West Virginia was admitted to the Union as a U.S. state on June 20, 1863.
West Virginia became a state on June 20, 1863 during the American Civil War
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West Virginia was found in 1981 .
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The state of West Virginia was split from Virginia in 1861 and became a state on June 20, 1863.
No, West Virginia officially became a state in 1863
In 1863, the northwestern region of Virginia seceded from the state of Virginia to form the new state of West Virginia. This secession was largely driven by differences in economic interests and opposition to slavery, as many residents in the northwestern part were opposed to the Confederacy. West Virginia was officially admitted to the Union on June 20, 1863.
New Virginia which was admitted as West Virginia in 1863.West Virginia - admitted to the Union in 1863.
West Virginia became a state on June 20th, 1863.West Virginia was admitted into the Union on June 20, 1863 becoming the 35th state to join the Union.
West Virginia was once part of Virginia. When Virginia declared secession from the United States to become part of the Confederacy, the counties in northwestern Virginia voted to secede from Virginia and remain loyal to the United States. That area of Virginia became West Virginia. West Virginia became the 35th U.S. state on June 20, 1863.