harpers ferry

Found in Anh - Anh (Wordnet)

Definition Proper noun : 1. A town in West Virginia, USA : Harpers Ferry is a historic town located at the confluence of the Potomac and Shenandoah rivers in Jefferson County, West Virginia. It is known for its significant role in American history. 2. A site of a famous 1859 raid : The name specifically refers to the location of an 1859 attack led by abolitionist John Brown. His goal was to sei...