Beall-Air, human settlement in United States of America
Beall-Air is a neoclassical plantation house in Jefferson County built around 1820 from red brick and covered with stucco. The two-story structure features a symmetrical facade with four Ionic columns on the porch, stepped gables, and a gently sloped roof.
The estate was inherited in 1827 by Lewis William Washington, great-grand-nephew of President George Washington, and expanded between 1850 and 1855. A defining moment came in 1859 during John Brown's raid on Harpers Ferry, when Brown's men kidnapped Washington and seized items from his collection, including historically significant weapons.
The house carries the Beall family name, its original owners before passing to the Washington family. The classical architecture with its four Ionic columns reflected the social standing that such homes symbolized in the early 1800s.
The house is easily accessible in Jefferson County and allows visitors to view the main rooms and architectural features. Guided tours are recommended to fully understand the history and construction details throughout the property.
Lewis Washington owned a collection of relics including a sword from Frederick the Great and pistols from Lafayette that were partly confiscated during John Brown's raid in 1859. One of these weapons was used during the conflict when a Marine officer attempted to strike John Brown in a pivotal moment.
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