1961 Map of Arnold Valley

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James River corridor developments and the deep wilderness of the Jefferson National Forest define this 1960s landscape, later updated in the late 1970s. The river is a busy transportation artery, carrying both the Chesapeake and Ohio and the Norfolk and Western railroads through the mountain gaps. Significant local history is anchored at Glenwood Furnace, a remnant of the region's early industrial efforts, while modern defense needs are represented by the Bedford Air Force Station atop the high ridges. Genealogists will find numerous family-named landmarks and resting places, such as the Robinson Cem, Bryant Cem, and Watson Cem. The terrain is marked by steep ridges like Skillern Mountain and Apple Orchard Mountain, where the Appalachian Trail and Floyd Trail provide passage through the dense forest.