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West Virginia became the 35th state in the Union on June 20, 1863.

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Order of Ceremonies for "The Inauguration Of The New State"
Letter, James S. Wheat to Arthur I. Boreman Regarding the Inaugural Ceremonies
Joseph H. Diss Debar Sketch of Governor Arthur I. Boreman Delivering the Inaugural Address
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West Virginia Statehood



June 20: John F. Kennedy at the West Virginia State Capitol


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