Martinsburg Collection

WEST VIRGINIA: RAILROAD. The roundhouse in Martinsburg, West Virginia. Photograph, 1970

Chateau de Martinsbourg, Mayence, 1833. Creator: Samuel Prout
Chateau de Martinsbourg, Mayence, 1833

Royal Air Force - Hunting Jet Provost T. 3A XN502
Royal Air Force Hunting Jet Provost T.3A XN502, call-sign 29, (msn PAC/W/10163), delivered 0n 1 December 1960 and sold on 24 January 1995 in the US, as N502GW, at Martinsburg, Pennsylvania, USA

Riot by railroad workers at Martinsburg on the Baltimore-Ohio Railroad, USA, 1877
Riot by Baltimore-Ohio Railroad workers at Martinsburg, West Virginia, USA, 1877. The riot occurred after workers went on strike because the company cut their wages

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Great Railroad Strike workers blockade the locomotive engines at Martinsburg, West Virginia, in 1877. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Martinsburg, 1864 ca. December 3, drawing on light green paper pencil and Chinese white, 23.5 x 32.7 cm (sheet), 1862-1865, by Alfred R Waud, 1828-1891

CIVIL WAR, 1861. Camp life with General Williams. Engraving, 1861

Riot by railroad workers at Martinsburg on the Baltimore-Ohio Railroad, when workers went on strike because the company cut their wages. Wood engraving 1877

CAPTURED LOCOMOTIVES, 1861. Confederate troops dismantle captured locomotives at Martinsburg, Virginia, during the early part of the Civil War: wood engraving, American, 1861

GREAT RAILROAD STRIKE, 1877. Striking railroad workers dragging firemen and engineers from a Baltimore freight train at Martinsburg, West Virginia, 17 July 1877. Contemporary American wood engraving

GREAT RAILROAD STRIKE, 1877. Blockade of engines at Martinsburg, West Virginia, 16 July 1877, at the start of the Great Railroad Strike. Contemporary American wood engraving

MARTINSBURG, WEST VIRGINIA. Central view of Martinsburg, Virginia, present day West Virginia. Engraving, American, 1856

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Martinsburg, a city with a rich history and diverse cultural heritage, has witnessed numerous significant events throughout the years. From the stunning Chateau de Martinsbourg in Mayence, 1833, created by Samuel Prout to the Royal Air Force's Hunting Jet Provost T. 3A XN502 soaring through its skies, this place is filled with captivating stories. One of Martinsburg's notable moments occurred in 1877 when railroad workers staged a riot on the Baltimore-Ohio Railroad. This uprising highlighted their struggle for better working conditions and fair treatment. The image of these workers fighting for their rights remains etched in history. In 1970, an iconic photograph captured the roundhouse in Martinsburg—a testament to its vital role as a transportation hub during that era. This image serves as a reminder of how railways played an essential part in shaping the city's development. During the Civil War period, Martinsburg found itself at the center of intense activity. Confederate troops dismantled captured locomotives here while General Williams oversaw camp life amidst uncertain times. These engravings depict both sides of war—destruction and resilience. The Great Railroad Strike of 1877 left an indelible mark on Martinsburg's history. Striking workers dragged firemen and engineers from trains while blockading engines at this crucial junction point. These wood engravings capture not only the chaos but also reflect societal tensions during that tumultuous time. As we delve into historical records, we come across an engraving from 1856 showcasing central Martinsburg—an ever-evolving city where progress meets tradition seamlessly. From rebellions to industrial advancements, each piece tells its own story within this vibrant tapestry called Martinsburg—a place where past meets present harmoniously while embracing change along its journey towards tomorrow.