Hammill Hotel, "The" Place To Stay in 1830 Occoquan VA
By Karen Kruschka, - "My Experience Isn't Expensive - It's PRICELESS"
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The story of Hammill Hotel, an early 19th century (ca.1830) made of brick is inextricably woven into the history of Occoquan, VAOccoquan got its' name from a Dogue Indian word translated as "end of the waters." Located along the shore of the Occoquan River which joins the Potomac River a few miles away the location was naturally suited for commerce.By 1736 there was a tobacco warehouse and by 1750 an industrial complex had begun. The town had water grist mills, saw mills, a bakery, forges and homes.It was the growing level of commerce that prompted Edward Hammill to open Hammill Hotel. It is believed to be the first brick structure in Occoquan and was considered to be the finest inn in Occoquan.In 1862 it became a Confederate Army headquartersThe town fire of 1916 caused severe damage ...
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