Southwest Virginia Genealogy Lot 3 Vols Hockett Hunt 1880 Census Marriages Softc

Acquire a complete 3-volume research collection for Southwest Virginia and Appalachian genealogy with this primary source lot transcribed, annotated, and edited by Thomas Jack Hockett and Shelia Steele Hunt, A.P.G. Published in 1998 and 1999, these volumes cover crucial late 19th-century census schedules and marriage registers for neighboring Russell and Washington counties.

Situated in the Appalachian highlands of Southwest Virginia, Russell and Washington counties served as major settlement gateways for families migrating along the Great Valley road into East Tennessee, Kentucky, and the West.

This essential 3-volume primary source collection includes:

• 1880 Russell County, Virginia Census (1998): Complete transcription, annotation, and indexing of the 1880 Federal Population Schedule. Details heads of household, family members, ages, relationships, occupations, and birthplaces for individuals and their parents.
• 1880 Washington County, Virginia Census (1998): Full annotated transcription and index of the landmark 1880 federal census for Washington County. Captures essential post-Civil War household demographic and property data across all county districts.

Bound in glossy cardstock covers featuring matching vintage Appalachian family portrait art, all three softcover volumes are in good condition with clean interior pages and sturdy bindings throughout. An indispensable acquisition for Virginia genealogists, Appalachian historical researchers, and reference library collections.

Key Features

• Complete 3-Volume Collection: Includes 1880 Russell Co. Census, 1880 Washington Co. Census, and 1891–1902 Washington Co. Marriages.
• Authored by Hockett & Hunt: Prepared by recognized professional genealogical scholars Thomas Jack Hockett and Shelia Steele Hunt, A.P.G.
• Annotated Primary Sources: Features expert contextual annotations, spelling corrections, and complete master surname indexes.
• Good Condition: Clean glossy covers, uncreased spines, tight…