... four of the bravest, noblest, most patriotic and unselfish men I met in the war. They were always ready for any duty they were called upon, and always did it with alacrity, courage and efficiency. I have always been thankful that the four brothers survived the war. Eppa Hunton
| Y/M/D | Person | Association | Description | Composition | Food | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y/M/D | Person | Association | Description | Composition | Food | Event |
| 1824/02/29 | Edmund Berkeley | Born | Edmund Berkeley is born on February 29, 1824. | |||
| 1825/08/09 | Marquis de Lafayette | Nation's Guest | Marquis de Lafayette stops at the Berkeley House in Aldie and travels up the old Carolina Road to Oak Hill. | Lafayette's Triumphal Tour of America | ||
| 1863/06/17 | Fight along Snickersville Turnpike - General Pleasonton reaches the field about 5 pm and established his headquarters at the Berkeley house. With him came the advance of his Third Brigade, commanded by Col. J. Irvin Gregg. | Battle of Aldie |
| Particulars for Berkeley House, Aldie: | |
|---|---|
| Area of Significance | Architecture |
| Significance | Birthplace |
| Sight Category | Building |
| Building Type | House |
| Criteria | Person |
| Owner | Private |
| Historic Use | Single dwelling |
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