Historic Church in Stafford County, VA - Early 1900s

This vintage photo, captured by Frances Benjamin Johnston in the early 1900s, showcases the striking architecture of a cruciform church in Stafford County, Virginia, near Fredericksburg. Originally built in 1751 and rebuilt in 1757 after a fire, the church reflects the areas rich history, including the settlement of Huguenots following the revocation of the Edict of Nantes in 1685. The image beautifully highlights the intricate brickwork, windows, and doorways that define this historic structure, which has stood as a testament to Virginia’s colonial past.

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