Did you know that Pocahontas County Has It's Own Duncan's Lane?

 

The Battle of Duncan's Lane was a minor battle that took place during the American Civil War. It was fought on July 27, 1861, between Union forces under the command of Colonel George Crook and Confederate forces under the command of Colonel John McCausland.

The battle took place near the village of Stony Creek, West Virginia. The Union forces were outnumbered by the Confederate forces, but they were able to defeat the Confederates thanks to a surprise attack.

The Battle of Duncan's Lane was a significant victory for the Union forces. It helped to secure Union control of West Virginia and it prevented the Confederate forces from advancing into the Ohio Valley.

The battle is also notable for being one of the first battles of the American Civil War to be fought in West Virginia. It is a reminder of the role that West Virginia played in the American Civil War and the sacrifices that its people made.