Charlotte County/Lunenburg County

Lunenburg County Lunenburg County, organized in 1746, was named for King George II, Duke of Brunswick-Lüneburg. Nine counties were later formed from this “Mother of Counties.” British Lt. Col. Banastre Tarleton raided here during the Revolutionary War, as did Union Brig. Gens. James H. Wilson and August V. Kautz during the Civil War. Tobacco was transported to auction on plank roads, and later railroads, making Kenbridge a major market town. Bright leaf tobacco was a staple throughout the 20th century. After 1909, Victoria became a hub on the Virginian Railway, which transported coal from West Virginia to Tidewater. The 1827 courthouse in Lunenburg village reflects Thomas Jefferson’s architectural influence. Side 2: Charlotte County Formed from Lunenburg County in 1764, Charlotte County is named for Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz, consort of King George III. Renowned statesmen and orators Patrick Henry (1736–1799) and John Randolph of Roanoke (1773–1833) lived here. Henry is buried at his home site Red Hill. During his long career, Randolph represented Virginia in both chambers of the U.S. Congress. The county seat is Charlotte Court House. The courthouse was built in 1822–1823 based on Jeffersonian designs and in turn inspired several other courthouses in the region.