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L. Douglas Wilder (born 1931) – first elected African-American governor of U.S. state (Governor of Virginia, 1990–1994), Richmond City mayor; Jenny Wiley § (1760–1831) – pioneer, Native American captive; Daryl Williams (born 1992) – offensive tackle for Carolina Panthers; Keller Williams (born 1970) – musician
Sportspeople from Versailles, Yvelines (1 C, 30 P) W. ... Pages in category "People from Versailles" The following 198 pages are in this category, out of 198 total.
This category is for people from the United States state of Virginia Classification : People : By nationality : American : By state : Virginia Also: Countries : United States : States : Virginia : People
Ingalls Wilder, whose family moved from state to state like nomads for much of her life, was born in the "big woods" of Wisconsin, where her 1935 children's classic "Little House on the Prairie ...
Arthur Ashe was born in Richmond, Virginia, in 1943. Chris Smith/Popperfoto via Getty Images/Getty Images One thing to know : In 1963, Arthur Ashe became the first Black player selected for the US ...
Versailles became a dazzling, awe-inspiring setting for state affairs and the reception of foreign dignitaries. At Versailles, the king alone commanded attention. Bust of Louis XIV by Gianlorenzo Bernini. Several reasons have been suggested for the creation of the extravagant and stately palace, as well as the relocation of the monarchy's seat.
A city and county that share a name may be completely unrelated in geography. For example, Richmond County is nowhere near the City of Richmond, and Franklin County is even farther from the City of Franklin. More Virginia counties are named for women than in any other state. [4] Virginia's postal abbreviation is VA and its FIPS state code is 51.
Winfield Scott (June 13, 1786 – May 29, 1866) was an American military commander and political candidate. He served as Commanding General of the United States Army from 1841 to 1861, and was a veteran of the War of 1812, American Indian Wars, Mexican–American War, and the early stages of the American Civil War.