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June 20, 1863: West Virginia Becomes the 35th State β A Birth from Civil War Division
On June 20, 1863, during the American Civil War, West Virginia was admitted as the 35th U.S. state β a forced separation from Virginia due to deep disagreements over slavery and loyalty to the Union. The process was controversial but succeeded in solidifying Union control in a strategic area and paved the way for long-term political, economic, and demographic transformation.
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