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Vandalia, West Virginia

Vandalia is an unincorporated community in Lewis County, in the U.S. state of West Virginia.

History

A post office called Vandalia was established in 1890, and remained in operation until 1907. The community derives its name from the Vandals, according to local history.

References

  1. ^ U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Vandalia, West Virginia
  2. ^ U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Vandalia, West Virginia
  3. ^ "Post Offices". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved June 4, 2016.
  4. ^ Kenny, Hamill (1945). West Virginia Place Names: Their Origin and Meaning, Including the Nomenclature of the Streams and Mountains. Piedmont, WV: The Place Name Press. p. 646.