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Dusty Trails Mining Helmet

SOUTHERN WEST VIRGINIA

Welch is the county seat of McDowell County, West Virginia, an area with a deep heritage of coal mining. Eco-tourism is one way that we can help save this unique American treasure.

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Click on the pictures below to learn more about the area.

Sterling Drive In Sign
Sterling Drive In Sign
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Downtown Welch 1946
Downtown Welch 1946
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Welch Veteran's Day Parade 2010
Welch Veteran's Day Parade 2010
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Welch Veteran's Day Parade 1950s
Welch Veteran's Day Parade 1950s
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Isaiah A Welch
Isaiah A Welch
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October Sky cover
October Sky cover
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Sid Hatfield
Sid Hatfield
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