During our trip to the mountains a few weeks ago, I was on high alert for barns and fences, as were Motor Man and Marshall.
One of the first ones we saw was this old beauty in Spotsylvania County, Virginia.
A better shot of the barn itself.
Through a little online research, I learned that the barn was built after the Civil War. It would most likely have been demolished in recent years to make room for a nearby development, but was spared because of its historical significance. The land on which it is located was the site of the Battle of Chancellorsville during the Civil War.
The stone foundation ruins in front of the barn are thought to be those of the Leicht House, which was involved in the war, but that hasn’t been confirmed.
Here’s a view of the other side of the barn. We were there during morning’s golden hour, one of my favorite times of day.
We were able to drive completely around the barn. This is the back, with Virginia fall foliage in the distance.
I also learned that the silo is made of clay tile and is known as an Iowa silo, because it was developed in that state in the early 1900’s. That type silo is unusual for our area of the country; most silos of that time were made of concrete, which was less expensive.
Marshall was also taking pictures that day, and this is his shot of the foundation ruins and nearby field.
As we stood there on that beautiful morning, it was sobering to think of men fighting and dying on that land.
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Oh great barn finds! There are so many civil war battlefields in our state – it truly IS a sobering experience to stand on the land and think about how many lives were lost there. That silo is really interesting….and Marshall’s shot of the foundation and fields – well done!
Pam
Dianna you hit the jackpot with this charming barn. Love the leaves and those tile silos are a bonus bit of charm when you find them. Great series of shots with this barn and some fascinating info!
Lovely setting with the fall foliage highlighted by the white of this old charmer. Wonderful history!
Fascinating old barn. It seems maintained and still working.
thanks for the info on that silo! i love that style. just beautiful scenes.
That beautiful barn is a great find! Pretty setting, too. These oldies are all a part of history. It’s wonderful to see them still standing.
that is a true “classic” I am partial to the classic barns!
Lovely country photos!
We saw a great collection of barns on the trip that day .. We didn’t really set off with that in mind, but there are so many of them through there! I always wonder about those you DON’T see; on the rural roads very few people travel.. ! ??
What a lovely barn in an historic location. The landscape surrounding it is beautiful.
I think my reply did not go through…so will start over. Love the history you provided…always enjoy hearing actual details about the life of a barn. And it is a beautiful old barn, too.
Thanks for including the history, I love that.
~d.
What a peaceful setting for such a violent event. Thank you for providing the history along with your lovely photos.
That is a great and beautiful barn. Thanks for taking the time to find the history of it.
Great photos and history. I like that tiled silo.
thank goodness for “historical significance”!!! charming little place, gorgeous blue sky and i love those autumn colors!! what an interesting silo!!
Beautiful! you have captured some amazing shots. Love autumn leaves and barns.
The Civil War is such a sad event — I’m sure that you’re surrounded with reminders of that tragedy all around. I always enjoy your photography though, even if it’s in a sad historical place. The barn is indeed charming!
Imagine the stories all of the barns you’ve captured on camera and shared with us could tell if only they could talk. Those buildings have witnessed so much from historical significance to personal stories of love and sacrifice. It’s fun to think about what they would say.
Absolutely LOVE getting the history of these old barns! So glad you did the research & shared it w/ us… What a beautiful ol barn! Love it! =)
What great history and lovely scenery!