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Virginia (i/vərˈdʒɪnjə/ vər-JIN-yə, UK /vərˈdʒɪniə/ vər-JIN-ee-ə), officially the Commonwealth of Virginia, is a state located in the South Atlantic region of the United States. Virginia is nicknamed the "Old Dominion" due to its status as the first colonial possession established in mainland British America, and "Mother of Presidents" because eight U.S. presidents were born there, more than any other state. The geography and climate of the Commonwealth are shaped by the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Chesapeake Bay, which provide habitat for much of its flora and fauna. The capital of the Commonwealth is Richmond; Virginia Beach is the most populous city, and Fairfax County is the most populous political subdivision. The Commonwealth's estimated population as of 2014 is over 8.3 million.
The area's history begins with several indigenous groups, including the Powhatan. In 1607 the London Company established the Colony of Virginia as the first permanent New World English colony. Slave labor and the land acquired from displaced Native American tribes each played a significant role in the colony's early politics and plantation economy. Virginia was one of the 13 Colonies in the American Revolution and joined the Confederacy in the American Civil War, during which Richmond was made the Confederate capital and Virginia's northwestern counties seceded to form the state of West Virginia. Although the Commonwealth was under one-party rule for nearly a century following Reconstruction, both major national parties are competitive in modern Virginia.
http://www.gobeyondthebrochure.com/5-things-i-wish-i-knew-about-virginia-commonwealth-universitybefore-i-chose-to-attend/ - No one tells you about the dining hall situation. By “situation,” I mean the devious system the Shafer Dining Hall workers have put in place of serving the best food on visiting days – Saturdays, Sundays (in the spring) – and foul, laxative-drenched garb when it’s just us measly students. Yes, those whoa ctually pay money to go here.
University of Virginia employees have led all state agencies in giving to the Commonwealth of Virginia charity drive at least 16 years, and donated nearly $1 million last year. More: http://ow.ly/T1tpJ
#Besomebody is the fastest growing Motivational Movement in the world. Our online content reaches more than 4 million people in over 180 countries every week. Together, we're creating the world's Platform for Passion. #besomebody. The College Tour is our most epic adventure yet - 25 schools in 50 days all across the US. On this 10,000 mile journey, we're bringing our movement to the doorstep of our most passionate fans. The seventh stop on the #besomebody College Tour was at Virginia Commonwealth University, in Richmond, Virginia. We had an incredible time hanging at the Compass, witnessing people live and share their passions. Thanks to Jackie Lamouroux, our Student Manager, for hosting us. #besomebody. The power of #besomebody is in its lack of definition. There are no limits, borde...
Officials from the Commonwealth of Virginia share insight on how Microsoft Dynamics CRM is helping their state become a more efficiently-run organization and reduce spending. By improving productivity through technology, they are able to do more with less and still deliver excellent customer service to their citizens.
Broadcasted live on WCVE Richmond PBS on Sunday, April 17, 2011, from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM. In recognition of the 150th anniversary of Virginia's secession from the United States, William W. Freehling, historian and author, discusses the debates and the significance of the Virginia Convention of 1861. The event includes a reenactment of speeches made as Virginia's leaders wrestled with the question of whether secession was wise, legal, necessary, or in Virginia's interest. This program was broadcasted live on WCVE Richmond PBS. Sponsored by the Community Idea Stations. Presented as a part of the Library of Virginia's public programs supporting its "Union or Secession: Virginians Decide" exhibition. More information available at www.virginiamemory.com/va1861 Actors: Kevin Grantz, Ma...
Shaykh Abdullah Nooruddeen Durkee speaks at VCU to students about Islam. 2008 for more information please visit www.greenmountainschool.org
Before Rosa Parks' courageous act of civil disobedience in Dec 1955, there was Irene Morgan whose actions led to the landmark Supreme Court case Irene Morgan v Commonwealth of Virginia, 328 US 373, which ruled unconstitutional segregation on interstate buses. Notably, this ruling paved the way for the Freedom Rides of Freedom Rides of 1961. Via American Experience (PBS) Source: http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/americanexperience/newsandthen/topic/civil-rights/video/before-rosa-parks-there-was-irene-morgan
LIVE: Virginia Gov. Terry McAuliffe will deliver his State of the Commonwealth address on Jan. 13.
This documentary brings to life the issues, differences and disagreements that divided the Commonwealth of Virginia, turning families and neighbors against one another throughout what is now West Virginia.
Planning to visit Virginia? Check out our Virginia Travel Guide video and see top most Tourist Attractions in Virginia. Best Places to visit in Virginia: Busch Gardens Williamsburg, Colonial Williamsburg, Monticello, Virginia Aquarium, Shenandoah National Park, Mount Vernon, Jamestown Settlement, Maymont, Shenandoah Valley, Cape Henry Lighthouse, Water Country USA, Luray Caverns Subscribe to Social Bubble: https://www.youtube.com/c/SocialBubbleNashik?sub_confirmation=1 To go to the USA Travel Guide playlist go to: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL3wNXIKi7sz3e9xGxBpwf2hUGHWVQTsdv Follow us on Google+: https://plus.google.com/+SocialBubbleNashik Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/socialbubble Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/@SocialBubbleIn This Video is Cre...
Travelers who are passionate about preserving and protecting the environment are checking into Virginia Green.
http://www.expedia.com/Washington.d178318.Destination-Travel-Guides Take in the many splendors of the nation’s capital when you arrive at Washington, D.C. Your Washington, D.C. tour should start at the National Mall, where you’ll find monuments, memorials, and government buildings instead of tons of shopping. If you’d like to get around town easily but don’t want to rent a car, the Capital Bikeshare program will let you cruise around the city without wasting gas or getting stuck in traffic. Check out the Watergate Hotel and Kennedy Center when you stop at Foggy Bottom, then move on to Georgetown, the oldest district in D.C. It’s filled with 18th-century buildings and, of course, the university itself. After a stop at the National Cathedral, make your way to the Smithsonian National Zoo,...
http://ultramodern-home.ru Top Tourist Attractions in Virginia Beach - Travel Guide: Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge, Cape Henry Lighthouse, Captain Jack's Pirate Ship Adventures, First Landing State Park, King Neptune Statue, Military Aviation Museum, Ocean Breeze Waterpark, Old Coast Guard Station, The Adventure Park, Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center, Virginia Beach Fishing Pier
Richmond is the capital of the Commonwealth of Virginia, in the United States. It is an independent city and not part of any county. Richmond is the center of the Richmond Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) and the Greater Richmond area. Geographically, Richmond is located at the fall line of the James River, 44 miles (71 km) west of Williamsburg, 66 miles (106 km) east of Charlottesville, and 98 miles (158 km) south of Washington, D.C. Surrounded by Henrico and Chesterfield counties, the city is located at the intersections of Interstate 95 and Interstate 64, and encircled by Interstate 295 and Virginia State Route 288. The site of Richmond had been an important village of the Powhatan Confederacy, and was briefly settled by English colonists from Jamestown in 1609, and in 1610--1611. T...
Virginia Tourist Attractions. Here are list of top 10 best attractions of Virginia contains: 01. Busch Gardens, 02. The Natural Bridge, 03. Virginia Beach, 04. Colonial Williamsburg, 05. Arlington National Cemetery, 06. Manassas National Battlefield Park, 07. Thomas Jefferson's Monticello, 08. Richmond Canal Walk, 09. Monticello and Charlottesville, 10. Mount Vernon ================================================================ Subscribe = http://bit.ly/1TV3jpc Facebook = https://www.facebook.com/Tourist-Attractions-671041773053014/ Google + = https://plus.google.com/u/0/b/111708765135108899132/111708765135108899132 ================================================================== virginia travel, virginia tourism, places to visit in virginia, virginia vacations, virginia attract...
Williamsburg, capital of Virginia from 1699 to 1780, is known for the significant role it played in the American Revolution. In the state’s southeast, it forms what's called the Historic Triangle together with Jamestown and Yorktown. Its heart is Colonial Williamsburg, a historic district and living-history museum where actors in period costume depict day-to-day Colonial life in the streets, restored stores and workshops. Williamsburg Virginia Travel Guide Williamsburg VA tourism
http://ultramodern-home.ru Top Tourist Attractions and beautiful places in Richmond: Travel Guide Virginia Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Maymont, Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, Hollywood Cemetery, Virginia Capitol Building, The White House and Museum of the Confederacy, St. John's Episcopal Church, Canal Walk, Science Museum of Virginia, American Civil War Center at Historic Tredegar, Monument Avenue, Virginia Holocaust Museum
10. Barcelona - The city is a pioneer in smart city and low-carbon solutions. 9. Hong Kong - The city has also been a leader in the use and adoption of smart cards, which are already used by millions of residents for services like public transit, library access, building access, shopping, and car parks. 8. Copenhagen - The city has committed to carbon neutrality by 2025 and 40% of its citizens regularly commute via bicycle. 7. Berlin - Berlin is testing out vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technologies in the hopes of creating a virtual power plant from electric vehicles. 6. Tokyo - The city will create a smart town in the suburbs in partnership with major industry. The eco-burb will contain homes that integrate solar panels, storage ba tteries, and energy efficient appliances all connected to a sm...
Planning to visit West Virginia? Check out our West Virginia Travel Guide video and see top most Tourist Attractions in West Virginia. Best Places to visit in West Virginia: New River Gorge Bridge, Harpers Ferry National Historical Park, Cass Scenic Railroad State Park, The Greenbrier, West Virginia State Penitentiary, Canaan Valley, Seneca Caverns, Hawks Nest State Park, Pearl S. Buck Birthplace, Summersville Lake, Prickett's Fort State Park, Stonewall Jackson Lake State Park Subscribe to Social Bubble: https://www.youtube.com/c/SocialBubbleNashik?sub_confirmation=1 To go to the USA Travel Guide playlist go to: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL3wNXIKi7sz3e9xGxBpwf2hUGHWVQTsdv Follow us on Google+: https://plus.google.com/+SocialBubbleNashik Follow us on Facebook: https://www.fa...
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Workshop of the Virginia Commonwealth Transportation Board, held Thursday, Oct. 18, 2016, in Arlington, Virginia.
5193 (Start film) Virginias historic State Capital was the scene of hustle and bustle today as the 1962 General Assembly began. (show film) At noon today, both houses of the Legislature convened and went thru the motions of electing officers and aids. The new clerk of the House, George R. Rich, rapped the gavel to officially signal the opening of the session. Chief Justice John Eggleston swore in E. Blackburn Moore as Speaker of the House. That ceremony represented a strong of Byrd political strength, because earlier in the year some more liberal Democrats had tried to unseat Moore. Moore has been speaker of the House of Delegates longer than any man in history. 98 of the 100 delegates answered the roll call to order. The Senate meanwhile quickly organized and marked time while waiting for...
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Virginia Commonwealth Prayer Breakfast with Ravi Zacharias
1023 prison, 2 7/31/68 (LIVE ON) CONYERS SAID HE WOULD URGE THE HOUSE JUDICIARY COMMITTEE TO MAKE A FORMAL PROBE OF CONDITIONS AT THE STATE PRISON IN RICHMOND. (TAKE FILM) A NUMBER OF PICKETERS, INCLUDING THREE RECOGNIZED GROUPS, HAVE DEMONSTRATED IN FRONT OF THE PRISON FOR ABOUT THE PAST TWO WEEKS, SINCE PRISONERS STAGED A STRIKE AGAINST WHAT THEY FELT WAS SUBSTANDARD PAY, RACIAL DISCRIMINATION, AND BRUTALITY. THE NUMBER OF DEMONSTRATORS--WHO USUALLY PICKET THE PRISON DURING THE LUNCH HOUR EACH DAY--HAS VARIED, BUT LATELY, HAS SLOWLY BUT STEADILY INCREASED. THE CONCERN WAS EXPRESSED BY THE CHAPLAIN OF THE NEWLY-FORMED VIRGINIA COMMONWEALTH UNIVERSITY, THE REVEREND ROBERT W. DUVALL. SOUND UP. TIME: 50 SEC. ENDS: "within the system." (LIVE ON) (W. K. CUNNINGHAM, JUNIOR, DIRECTOR OF THE STAT...
VCU's Basketball Development Center was designed as a place of pride and inspiration for players and coaches, as a source of amazement for fans and donors, and as an awe-inspiring point of reassurance for young recruits. Throughout the design process, the VMDO team sought to engage the neighborhood context by celebrating the activities within the facility and striving to connect fans and passersby to the VCU Rams basketball programs.
Mark Warner, businessman, entrepreneur and former Governor of the Commonwealth of Virginia visited Darden to speak with students about careers in business.
Ravi Zacharias was our special guest speaker at the 50th Annual Virginia Commonwealth Prayer Breakfast held in Richmond, Virginia on January 13, 2016. Nearly 1500 citizens and community leaders were in attendance including Governor McAuliffe, Attorney General Herring, Lieutenant Governor Northam, Members of the General Assembly, the Judiciary, state and local government officials.
Gerald Robinson, Virginia's Secretary of Education kicked off the 2011 Black Business Student Forum (BBSF) Conference at the Darden School with this opening keynote presentation. The topic of this year's conference was "Education in the New Economy." Recorded February 25, 2011. Secretary Robinson assumes the responsibility of Virginia's education system following a record of distinguished service in the education sector. Mr. Robinson was the president of the Black Alliance for Educational Options (BAEO). BAEO is a national nonprofit, nonpartisan organization whose mission is to actively support parental choice to empower families and to increase quality educational options for Black children. Prior to his position at BAEO, Mr. Robinson served as a senior research associate for the ...
Aneesh Paul Chopra, Secretary of Technology, Commonwealth of Virginia, keynoted the 5th Annual State of the Net Conference 2009. The State of the Net Conference is hosted by the Congressional Internet Caucus Advisory Committee http://www.netcaucus.org
Commonwealth of Virginia Electoral College 12/17/2012
USS Virginia (SSN-774) is a United States Navy attack submarine, the lead boat of her class and the tenth vessel of the Navy to be named for the Commonwealth of Virginia, as well as the first US Navy attack submarine to be named after a state, a pattern that is common throughout her class.