Jefferson County Courthouse — Ranson, West Virginia

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Jefferson County Courthouse

Ranson, West Virginia · Where John Brown Was Tried

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In this courthouse, John Brown, the abolitionist, was tried and found guilty of treason, conspiracy and murder. He was hanged four blocks from here on December 2, 1859.

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Ranson, West Virginia · USA

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The Trial of John Brown

Site of the Execution of John Brown

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Cameron's Depot Engagement

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