Machodoc, Virginia
Machodoc is an unincorporated community in Westmoreland County, in the U.S. state of Virginia.[1]
History
A post office called Machodoc was established in 1872, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1955.[2] Machodoc is a name derived from a Native American language meaning "ceremonial river".[3]
References
- "Machodoc (Westmoreland County, Virginia)". Geographic Names Information System. United States Geological Survey. Retrieved May 12, 2014.
- "Westmoreland County". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved 3 May 2015.
- Dyson, Cathy (July 20, 2003). "History and legend unlock origins of unusual names". The Free Lance-Star. pp. A7. Retrieved 3 May 2015.
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