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West Virginia is named for its location relative to Virginia, from which it was created during the Civil War. It was formed when the northwestern counties of Virginia decided to break away and remain loyal to the Union, leading to its designation as "West Virginia" in 1863. While the state is geographically located in the eastern part of the United States, the name reflects its historical and political context rather than its geographical position on the coast.

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