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How many buildings have served as West Virginia's capitol?
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Which issue raised by the creation of West Virginia in 1863 was not finally settled until 1939?
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Why did the First Wheeling Convention end after only two days?
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West Virginia became a state as a result of which war?
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Five days after Virginia seceded from the Union, pro-Unionists from Western Virginia held a rally in this city.
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When did the pro-Union government of Virginia officially approve the formation of West Virginia?
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When did President Abraham Lincoln decide to approve West Virginia statehood?
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Who codified West Virginia's original laws?
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Which West Virginia founder has a community and technical college named for him?
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West Virginia Independence Hall was originally built as what?
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