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Staunton Travel Guide: 42 reviews and 130 photos
Staunton, a city of 24,000 people in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley, is placed on hills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The city was originally named Augusta Courthouse and was the westernmost courthouse in British North America prior to the American Revolution 1776. It's best known as the birthplace of Woodrow Wilson but I was lucky to find a bit more in this extremely picturesque corner of our world.
Thomas Woodrow Wilson was born on December 28, 1856 in Staunton, Virginia to the Reverend Joseph Ruggles Wilson and his wife Janet (Jessie) Woodrow Wilson. It happened in this brick house in my picture - the Staunton Presbyterian Manse. His family moved to Augusta, Georgia when he was 11 months old.
He was 28th President of the USA in 1913-1921 and founder of the League of Nations. In Europe he is most known as top politician working on Treaty of Versailles 1919, the peace treaty which officially ended World War I. This treaty confirmed independance for my country, Poland after over 100 years of being divided into Germany, Austria and Russia. Point 13 of Wilson's Fourteen Points said: "The establishment of an independent Poland with access to the sea." So, I simply had to visit Wilson's birthplace.
- Pros:Little, old, charming and very picturesque city; fog :-)
- Cons:Fog :-)
- In a nutshell:Go when US historical movies are filmed
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The Big Dig
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Each house, both old and a new one in Staunton downtown is built in similar old style with brick sidewalks in front of... more travel advice
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It's typical American institution: Wal-Mart store conveniently located by US-250 connecting I-81 with Staunton downtown.... more travel advice
Over 100 churches and chapels!
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Gospel Hill Historic District
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There are numerous beautiful old houses around the Thomas Woodrow Wilson birthplace. They are built mostly in late... more travel advice
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Comments (8)
I never knew where Woodrow Wilson was born. Looks like a pleasant little town.
That sounds scary to be in the mountains during very thick fog conditions. I was surprised that the soup was so good!
the buildings in the historic district look great !
I can't believe that was the best soup you had in the USA! ;-)
Now, I have been to Staunton, more or less. Cheers, SL
It's always so fascinating, Matt, to see your reaction and comparisons of US and Poland. Love the emphasis on architecture and history and everyday life from another's point of view. Great use of extra photos.
Matt, excellent tips here on your views of life in Staunton! I had not realized the very significant link between President Wilson and Poland's history! Great pics of a very nice little town as the trees are starting to turn.
I like it! i think I've been here before too.
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