Call to Rename Morgan's Grove Park to Fountain Rock
LETTER: Is Morgan’s Grove Park misnamed?
The Spirit of Jefferson | Thursday, March 6, 2025
In a letter to The Spirit of Jefferson, the author argues for renaming Morgan's Grove Park to Fountain Rock due to historical inaccuracies regarding its significance in the Bee Line March of 1775. The march, which started at the Falling Spring on Richard Morgan’s farm, highlights the contributions of local men from towns like Shepherdstown and their pivotal role in the Revolutionary War. The author emphasizes the need to correct the misconception that Morgan's Grove Park is linked to this historic event, proposing that the park's true historical significance be restored through its original name.