The north section of Ravensworth (north of Braddock Road) continued to divide sooner and faster than the south section. In 1797, Battaile Fitzhugh sold all of his land (parcels 1.1.1 and 1.1.7) to the same investors, who sought profits by … Continue reading →
Chain of Ownership and Division Battaile Fitzhugh inherited this parcel following the death of his father, Henry Fitzhugh (Colonel), in 1783. It is Lot 1 of seven lots created by deed A2:186 in the division of parcel 1.1 (Ravensworth North) … Continue reading →
The north and south parts of Ravensworth evolved along different paths, starting with the second partition. The north was immediately divided into several parcels, and the new owners would soon subdivide further to sell parts both within and outside the … Continue reading →
First Partition Changes When William Fitzhugh (the Immigrant) died in 1701, his will divided Ravensworth equally between his two oldest sons.1 Parcel 1.1 – Henry Fitzhugh (Captain) received the north half Parcel 1.2 – William Fitzhugh, Jr. received the south … Continue reading →